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Daily Digest
Steve Decker cleans up in front of BankNorth on Wednesday.
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More Snow
The Berkshires received several inches of snow this morning, but not enough to close schools, unlike yesterday's sleety mess. Temperatures will drop into the 20s this afternoon. A few more snow showers are expected through the weekend. |
Duff'em If You've Got'em
 North Adams Regional Hospital went smoke-free Monday — so did all its sister sites, from Sweet Brook to Northern Berkshire Family Practice to the Women's Exchange. No ashtrays, no smoking: No butts about it. |
Wanted: Eagle Eyes
MassWildlife's annual eagle count runs Dec. 31 to Jan. 14. Anyone sighting one of the regal birds in Massachusetts is asked to participate.
Send date, time, location and town of eagle sightings, number of birds, whether juvenile or adult and observer's contact information to Mass.wildlife@state.ma.us. |
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 iBerkshires accepts submissions about local events, news and opinion pieces. There are openings for freelance work, too, for qualified candidates. E-mail tdaniels@iberkshires.com to find out more. |
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Other StuffMars Rovers Mark 5 Years
 Spirit and Opportunity have been trekking the red planet for half a decade. Spirit hit the 5-year mark on Sunday; Opportunity will on Jan. 24. |
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“Learn How to Learn” Workshops Offered at BCC - February 05, 2008
The Tutorial Services Program at Berkshire Community College has scheduled a series of workshops to help students of all ages succeed in their educational endeavors.
All workshops are free and open to the public.
Except as noted, the workshops will be taught by Janie Pellish, BCC’s Coordinator of Tutorial Services and will be held in Hawthorne Hall, Room H-105, on BCC’s main campus in Pittsfield.
“Textbook Mastery” teaches students how to use reading and study techniques to increase ability to identify and retain important textbook material. The workshop will meet Tuesday, Feb. 12, from 12:15 to 1:15.
“Let’s Get Organized!” teaches time management techniques and organizational skills. The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 13, from 12 to 1.
“Tips in Using Your Calculator” teaches how to use a graphing calculator. Presented by Sandra Ketcham, the workshop will meet Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 12:15 to 1:15 in Hawthorne Hall, Room 111.
“Study Effectively” outlines general study strategies for college success. The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 20, from 12 to 1 at BCC’s South County Center. Students must pre-register to attend this workshop.
“Doing Your Best on Exams” reviews relaxation techniques and strategies for taking essay, multiple choice, and true or false examinations. The workshop will be held Tuesday, Feb. 26, from 12:15 to 1:15.
“How Do You Learn Best?” helps students discover a preferred method of receiving, processing, and learning information. The workshop will meet Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 12 to 1.
“Tips in Using Your Calculator” teaches how to use a graphing calculator. Presented by Sandra Ketcham, the workshop will meet Tuesday, March 6, from 12:15 to 1:15 in Hawthorne Hall, Room 111.
“Learn to Listen and Take Notes” examines the strategies to listen effectively in class and take notes in an organized manner. The workshop is set for Tuesday, March 11, from 12:15 to 1:15.
Information: 413-236-1651 or 800-816-1233 (in Mass. only), Ext. 1651 |
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