St. Stanislaus School benefit, 9 to 4 in Kolbe Hall, Adams. Bake sale, snack bar, games, Chinese auctions, money raffle, crafts, and pierogi.
Blackinton Union Church, 1373 Massachusetts Ave., North Adams; 10 to 2. Crafts table, bake sale, Chinese auction, the Christmas table, and kid's grab bag. Lunch $4, $2 kids.
First Congregational Church, North Adams, 9-2.
Nov. 28 Becket Federated Church, Route 8, holiday bazaar from 9-3. Lunch, crafts, baked goods, holiday and other items. Information: Mary Peltier, Parish House, 413-623-5217.
Dec. 5
Holiday Fair at First Congregational Church, 25 Park Place, Lee, from 10 to 3; handcrafted items, raffles, children's shop, bake sale, cut Christmas trees and lunch from 11 to 1. Includes angel-themed goods from SERRV. Information, 413-243-1033 or www.ucc-lee.org.
Dec. 12-13
North Adams Country Club, crafts 9-4; food from That's a Wrap from 11-2. Information: Sheryl Morehouse at 413-822-3329.
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Mammography Dispute The government's issued controversial new guidelines stating that women shouldn't get annual mammograms until age 50, rather than age 40.
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Looking for Community Leaders - Berkshire Leadership Program Applications
04:31PM / Thursday, May 14, 2009
PITTSFIELD, Mass. - Applications are now being accepted for the 2009 Berkshire Leadership Program (BLP). Now in its twelfth year, the BLP seeks, prepares, involves and sustains leaders from diverse backgrounds who are committed and competent to address community challenges and improve the quality of life in the Berkshires. More than 300 community-minded individuals have graduated from the program since its inception in 1997.
The application deadline for the 2009 program is Monday, June 1, 2009. All applications
The BLP kicks off with a two-day retreat, facilitated by professionals, which includes training in all aspects of leadership, problem-solving techniques and networking. The retreat is followed by nine weekly four-hour evening sessions on specific topic areas, such as government, energy, economic development, tourism and the creative economy, education, healthcare, and leadership.
Each year up to 30 candidates are selected to participate in the program. Selection is based on a written application and written references. The cost to participate is $595 and includes all meals and overnight accommodations at Jiminy Peak during the retreat. Limited financial assistance is available.
Applications are available online at www.berkshirechamber.com. For further information, please contact Christina Barrett, program coordinator, at (413) 499-4000, extension 15, or by e-mail at cbarrett@berkshirechamber.com. Information may also be obtained at www.berkshirechamber.com/blp.
