Bill Schmick Offering Financial Course at BCC

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Bill Schmick, financial columnist and portfolio manager at Berkshire Money Management, the Pittsfield-based registered investment adviser, will be teaching a course this fall at Berkshire Community College.

The course, "AMERICA’S FUTURE: Buy, Sell or Hold?" will be offered as part of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute's Adult Learning Program.
 
Schmick, who writes several weekly investment columns for iBerkshires and a number of regional publications in several states, will show students how to look at today's issues through the lens of critical thinking. Course subjects will include how to separate fact from fiction in the November elections, the cost of college and other educational issues, "Wealth and Women — Is there a contradiction?" and other topics based on his columns.
 
Classes will be held on Mondays from 2:45 until 4:15 p.m., Sept. 10 through Oct. 29.
 
If interested, contact the OLLI office at 413-236-2190.

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Celebrity Chef Feed Our Neighbors Event

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Christian Center in Pittsfield is set to host a gastronomic extravaganza like no other on May 6 from 3pm to 7pm. 
 
The "Feed Our Neighbors" event promises an afternoon filled with delectable delights, lively music, and a spirit of community coming together to support a noble cause.
 
Renowned Celebrity Chef Chris Bonnivier, known for his culinary prowess and philanthropic spirit, spearheads this initiative to aid the local food pantry. With a heart as big as his flavors, Chef Bonnivier has rallied an impressive lineup of local eateries to join forces in the fight against hunger.
 
Guests can expect to indulge in a diverse array of culinary creations from beloved establishments such as Zuchini's, Fully Belly, Mazzeo's, Firehouse Cafe, KJ Nosh, Common Table, 413 Bistro, Uptown Smoke, Austin Riggs, Berkshire Catering Group, Porta Via, and more! From savory to sweet, there will be something to tantalize every palate. Haddad Subaru, will be providing a donation of their own as well as being onsite to volunteer, and raise money through some fun cornhole challenges! Subaru will also be collecting food at their East St location from now until May 5. Please stop in with your canned or dry goods.
 
Adding to the festive ambiance, Pittsfield's own musical sensation, Whiskey City, will provide the perfect backdrop of toe-tapping tunes, ensuring a lively atmosphere throughout the event.
 
But it's not just about food and music - "Feed Our Neighbors" will also feature exciting raffles, offering attendees the chance to win!
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