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PITTSFIELD PROSPERS
Pittsfield, 4-6:30 p.m.
Pittsfield Prospers, which aims to promote positive stories about Pittsfield and to change the narrative about the City that has plagued it since the departure of General Electric more than three decades ago, will launch its initiative at a gathering at Proprietor’s Lodge, 22 Waubeek Road, at the south end of Pontoosuc Lake. The gathering will present plans for initial activities and introduce Wynton, Pittsfield’s Prosperous Poodle, who will serve as the Initiative’s mascot.

MOONLIT DRAGONFLY PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER

Connecticut, 6 p.m.
Let serenity and tranquility take over your canvas on FRI 2/22/19 6-8pm. Join us for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the David M. Hunt Library. You’ll learn how to paint this tranquil image of "Moonlit Dragonfly Pond" on a large 16x20 canvas. At David M Hunt Library, 63 Main St, Falls Village, CT. All painting materials, donation, and wine & cheese included for $35! Reserve your seats at https://berkshirepaintandsip.squarespace.com/deliveries/fri-22219-6pm-open-to-the-public-moonlit-dragonfly-pond-falls-village-ct or call (413) 205-8346.

REIKI SHARE

Pittsfield, 6 to 8 p.m.
Join us in practicing and sharing your Reiki skills in a group setting. Whether you have a Reiki practice or channel Reiki for your own needs, it is wonderful to share. Come experience the joy of both giving and receiving this most compassionate gift with Reiki Master Teacher, Maureen Suriner. Suggested donation $10 Cash, Check or Credit Cards Welcome RSVP to Maureen at (413) 315-1133 Center for Inner Wellness, 26 B Main Street, Chester, MA 01011 www.CFIwellness.com

MONDAY - FEBRUARY 25, 2019

WORDXWORD'S POETS CREATING CONVERSATION
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.
WordXWord's Poets Creating Conversation continues to challenge poets in the new year, asking them to put their words to work rallying around timely conversation points and asking them to accept a greater role in the cultural landscape. The winter schedule includes "Heart in America" on Feb. 25 and "Health in America" on March 25. Poets Creating Conversation events take place at the Berkshire Museum and admission is free.

TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 26, 2019

BERKSHIRE COUNTY GOP LINCOLN DINNER
Pittsfield, 6:30 p.m.
Annual dinner of the Berkshire County Republican Party with speaker "Barbara from Harlem," Berkshire Hills Country Club, Pittsfield. Dinner at 6:30; program starts at 7:15. Register by Feb. 24 at 413-822-0440. Tickets $50, couples $90.

WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 27, 2019

WINTER LIGHTHOUSE PAINT & SIP FOR MT GREYLOCK GIRLS BASKETBALL

Williamstown, 6 p.m.
One more chance to paint this winter wonderland! Join us on WED 2/27/19 6-8pm for a Paint and Sip party to benefit the Mount Regional HS Girl’s Basketball Team. You’ll learn how to paint this beautiful seasonal image of “Winter Light House" on a large 16x20 canvas. At Mount Greylock Regional High School Cafeteria, 1781 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MA. All painting materials, instruction, light snacks and drinks (to include a Cocoa Bar) included for $35. Alcohol not permitted. Reserve your seats at https://berkshirepaintandsip.squarespace.com/deliveries/wed-130-6pm-open-to-the-public-winter-light-house-williamstown-ma or call (413) 205-8346.

FRIDAY - MARCH 08, 2019

DRAGONFLY CLOCK PAINT & SIP BENEFIT FOR ANGELA TAYLOR FOUNDATION

Pittsfield, 6 p.m.
Let's get coo-coo for this clock! Join us on FRI 3/8/19 6-8pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the Angela Taylor Memorial Foundation providing scholarships to nursing students in Berkshire County. You’ll learn how to paint this beautiful "Dragonfly Clock" on a 10 inch round piece of wood. It’s a real clock with the mechanical elements included! At and sponsored by the New Moon Masonic Lodge, 116 South St, Pittsfield, MA. All painting materials, snacks and donation included for $35. BYOB. Raffles. Reserve your seats at https://berkshirepaintandsip.squarespace.com/deliveries/fri-38-6pm-open-to-the-public-dragonfly-clock-pittsfield-ma or call (413) 205-8346

THURSDAY - MARCH 14, 2019

SUNFLOWER PAINT & SIP FOR STRONG LITTLE SOULS

Pittsfield, 5:30 p.m.
Sunny flowers on our slates...YES PLEASE! Join us on THU 3/14/19 5:30-7:30pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit Strong Little Souls. You'll learn to paint this beautiful sunny image of "Sunflowers in a Vase" on a large 16x20 canvas or on an authentic roofing slate tile, various sizes to choose from. At Berkshire Paint and Sip, 305 North St, Pittsfield, MA. All painting materials, instruction and donation included for $35. BYOB and snacks. Reserve your seats at https://berkshirepaintandsip.squarespace.com/deliveries/thu-314-530pm-open-to-the-public-sunflowers-in-vase-slate-or-canvas-lenox-ma or call (413) 205-8346.

FRIDAY - MARCH 15, 2019

MT EVERETT PAINT & SIP TO BENEFIT THE CHARGERS

Great Barrington, 6 p.m.
Lovin' the local landscapes! Only in the Berkshires can you get Paint & Sip paintings that look like this! Join us on FRI 3/15/19 6-8pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the Southern Berkshire Youth Football Chargers. You’ll learn how to paint this locally inspired image of “Mount Everett Sheffield Landscape" on a large 12x24 canvas. At Bogies, 935 S. Main St, Great Barrington, MA. All painting materials, instruction and donation included for $35. Cash Bar. Reserve your seats at https://berkshirepaintandsip.squarespace.com/deliveries/fri-315-6pm-open-to-the-public-mt-everett-landscape-great-barrington-ma or call (413) 205-8346.

MONDAY - MARCH 25, 2019