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TEMPLE ISRAEL LOWER EAST SIDE OF NYC JEWISH EXPERIENCE

New York, 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Join Temple Israel of Albany as we take a day trip to NYC for the Lower East Side Jewish Experience Departure from TI at 7:00 AM ETA back to TI is 9:00 PM Our itinerary includes: Bunch at Noga A Tour guided by the Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy A visit to the Jewish Heritage Museum Dinner in Monsey at Fireside All for an all inclusive price of $200 per person! RSVP to 518-438-7858, ext. 111 or programs@tialbany.org

TUESDAY - APRIL 24, 2018

A.G.E. TRIAD SPECIAL COOK OUT
Great Barrington, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Come join us for a cookout at the Claire Teague Senior Center! Berkshire County Sheriff Officers will be teaching and demonstrating self-defense tactics. We will also be serving hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, baked beans and soda. Suggested donation is $2.00 per person for the cookout. If you would like to attend, please RSVP with the senior center by calling 413-528-1881. Claire Teague Senior Center 917 Main Street Great Barrington, MA 01230

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS COCKTAIL PARTY AND PRIVATE SHOPPING EVENT

Great Barrington, 5 - 7 p.m.
Do you work in health and wellness, or did you before retirement' Catwalk Boutique in Great Barrington invites you to a special shopping event and cocktail party on April 24th from 5-7pm. This is out way to say THANK YOU for all you do and have done for your community. The entire shop is 30% off during this event. There will be free raffles and refreshments. Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2017385625207709/ Catwalk Boutique is an upscale women's resale shop benefiting Berkshire Humane Society. The clothing is hip, fashionable, and very affordable with all proceeds going to help the homeless animals of Berkshire County. Shopping at Catwalk Boutique is the ultimate guilt-free shopping experience!

SPRING PLANTING, SPRING STARTERS WORKSHOP
North Adams, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
UNO Community Center Join the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition and Jennifer Munoz, Program Manager for the Growing Healthy Garden Program, to learn how to prepare your garden for spring planting. What can you grow from seeds planted directly in the soil outdoors, and what should you wait to plant with seedlings later in the spring' This Garden Q&A is for the beginner and intermediate gardener. Contact Bret Beattie at 663-7588 x28.

WEDNESDAY - APRIL 25, 2018

START A GARDEN WORKSHOP
North Adams, 1 to 2 p.m.
UNO Community Center, 157 River Street, North Adams Come join the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition’s The Family Place for an informational workshop on how to begin your own vegetable/flower garden. Each person will receive a small pack of seedlings of their choice to start. This workshop is FREE for all parents/caregivers. Registration is required; please call The Family Place at 413-663-7588 to reserve your spot by April 18th. Childcare and transportation available upon request.

THURSDAY - APRIL 26, 2018

SONSINI ANIMAL SHELTER PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER

Pittsfield, 6:30 p.m.
Cancer couldn't stop him, so let's be inspired by Courageous Kane and create some art to support the shelter that saved his life! Join us on THU 4/26 6:30-8:30pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the Eleanor Sonsini Animal Shelter. You'll learn to paint this inspirational image of "Courageous Kane" on a 16x20 canvas. At the Polish Falcons Club, 32 Bel Air Ave, Pittsfield, MA. All painting materials, instruction and donation included for $35. Cash Bar. Reserve your seats at www.berkshirepaintandsip.com or call (413) 205-8346.

FRIDAY - APRIL 27, 2018

MONUMENT GIRLS WRITE ON
W. Stockbridge, 6 p.m.
Monument Girls Write On The sixth annual “Monument Girls Write On” event will once again be held this year at the West Stockbridge Historical Society Old Town Hall, upstairs in the auditorium. Ten fabulous young female writers at Monument Mountain Regional High School, ages 14 to 18, will present selections from their poetry, short fiction, creative non-fiction and hybrid work. Students are chosen to participate by MMRHS English department faculty, who will also introduce the writers. Friday, April 27 – 6 PM Free and pen to the public. Reception to follow.

BARN BUDDIES 4H PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER-BEACH SLATE SIGN

New York, 7 p.m.
Get your brush on for the Barn Buddies 4H Group! Join is on FRI 4/27 7-9pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the Barn Buddies 4H Club. You'll learn to paint this summer image on an authentic roof slate tile - various sizes and colors available. At Mount Washington House, 2627 Rt 23, Hillsdale, NY. All painting materials, instruction and donation included for $35. CASH BAR. Reserve your seats at www.berkshirepaintandsip.com or call (413) 205-8346.

SUNDAY - APRIL 29, 2018

SOUL SISTERS & BROTHERS RELAY FOR LIFE PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER

Pittsfield, 6 p.m.
Testing your talent on these tantalizing trees! Join us on SUN 4/29 6-8pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the Relay for Life Team Soul Sisters and Brothers. You'll learn to paint this energetic image of "Trees Of Color" on a 16x20 canvas. At Berkshire Paint and Sip, 305 North St, Pittsfield, MA. All painting materials, snacks and donation included for $35. Cash Bar. Reserve your seats at www.berkshirepaintandsip.com or call (413) 205-8346.

SATURDAY - MAY 05, 2018

SKY FARM HORSE PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER

New York, 2 p.m.
Here's for all you horse people! Join us on SAT 5/5/18 2-4pm for a fundraiser to benefit the Sky Farm Riding Stables. You'll learn to paint this beautiful image of "4 Star General" on a 16x20 canvas. At the Sky Farm Barn, 226 Carson Rd, Millerton, NY. All painting materials, light snacks and donation included for $35. BYOB. Reserve your seats at www.berkshirepaintandsip.com or call (413) 205-8346.

NEW LIFE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP: A NIGHT OF WORSHIP
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.
Featuring Jenn Wilson and Nick Winnard at New Life Community Fellowship,172 Hubbard Ave. Free admission and family friendly. Information: jenn@newlifeberkshires.com or 413-684-0001.

THURSDAY - MAY 10, 2018

BERKSHIRE FAMILY HISTORY ASSOCIATION FORUM
Pittsfield, 6 to 9 p.m.
Featuring Julie Roberts Szczepankiewicz at the Country Club of Pittsfield. Two lectures, "The ABCs of DNA: First Steps in Understanding and Using Your DNA Test Results" and "Finding Uncle Frank: Confirming the Identity of a Soldier Buried Under the Wrong Name," will be presented. Cost is $10 or free for BFHA members ($12 a year). Registration forms at 413-743-2732 (leave a message), bfhainc@gmail.com or www.berkshirefamilyhistory.org.

THURSDAY - MAY 24, 2018

RUN TO HOME BASE PAINT & SIP FUNDRAISER

W. Stockbridge, 6 p.m.
Raising funds to support Veterans and their families doesn't get any funner than this! Join us on THU 5/24/18 6-8pm for a Paint & Sip fundraiser to benefit the Run to Home Base charity. Learn to paint this inspirational image of "Sunshine Dragonflies" on a large 16x20 canvas. At the Shaker Mill Tavern, 5 Albany Rd, West Stockbridge, MA. All painting materials, instruction and donation included for $35. Cash Bar. Reserve your seats at www.berkshirepaintandsip.com or call (413) 205-8346.

THURSDAY - MAY 31, 2018

BERKSHIRE UNITED WAY PAINT & SIP FUNDRIASER

Pittsfield, 6 p.m.
Get your Brush on for Berkshire United Way! Join us on THU 5/31/18 6-8pm for a Paint and Sip fundraiser to benefit the Berkshire United Way, hosted by Berkshire Life. You'll learn to paint this colorful locally inspired image of "Sunset on a Lake in Copake" on a large 16x20 canvas. At Berkshire Paint and Sip, 305 North St, Pittsfield, MA. All painting materials, instruction and donation included for $35. BYOB. Reserve your seats at www.berkshirepaintandsip.com or call (413) 205-8346.