Cultural Pittsfield This Week: April 18-24, 2014

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Baby Animals at HSV  

Friday+: Baby Animals at Hancock Shaker Village!

It's one of the most exciting times of the year at the Village, when scores of baby lambs, piglets, calves, goats, ducklings and chicks arrive at the historic Round Stone Barn. Visitors get to meet and greet the baby animals, and participate in fun, Shaker-themed craft activities in the Discovery Room. Plus this Saturday musician David Grover will be playing at 11am & 12:30pm!  

Daily through May 4 | 10am-4pm | Hancock Shaker Village | 1843 West Housatonic Street | 413-443-0188 | $18 adults, $8 children, children 12 and under and members are FREE


Gene Christy  

Friday: Live Music at Marketplace

Usually seen as a part of The Dossers, Gene Christy will be performing solo acts with his accordian! Equipped with some Irish music and a range of "Top 40 Classics," this should be a real treat.

Friday, April 18 | 6:30pm-8:30pm | The Marketplace Cafe | 53 North Street | 413-358-4777 | No cover


The Rocket  

Friday-Monday: The Rocket at Little Cinema

A boy who is believed to bring bad luck leads his family (and a couple of ragged misfits) through Laos to find a new home. After a calamity-filled journey through a land scarred by war, the boy builds a giant rocket to prove he's not cursed and to enter the most lucrative but dangerous competition of the year: a rocket festival. In Lao with English subtitles.

Friday-Monday, April 18-21 | Fri-Mon 7pm Mon 1:30pm | Berkshire Museum | 39 South Street | 413-443-7171 | $5/$7.50 


Misunderstood at First Church  

Friday: Concert at First Church

First Church of Christ on Park Square, the oldest faith community in Pittsfield, presents  MISUNDERSTOOD:  An Evening of Song, Story, Solidarity and Silence.  This year's concert will present songs by U2, Mose Allison, Yusuf Islam, Mindy Smith and others – along with spiritual stories – as an act of solidarity with all who suffer.  The performance includes local musicians Carlton Maaia II, Jon Haddad, Andy Kelly as well as artists from First Church. The event is free to the public.

Friday, April 18 | 7pm | First Church of Christ | 27 East Street | 413-447-7351 | FREE


Rakish Paddy  

Friday: Rakish Paddy at J. Allen's

Please join J. Allen's as they welcome Berkshire County's favorite Celtic folk band. From classic Irish ballads and Celtic-laced bluegrass, to raging and politically charged rebel tunes, Rakish Paddy takes you on a wild ride of the soul. Full table and bar service during the show.

Friday, April 18 | 8pm | J. Allen's Clubhouse | 41 North Street | 413-499-9998 | NO COVER


Country Night  

Friday: Country Night at Chameleons

Get out your cowboy boots and get ready to dance. It's all country all the time on Friday night at Chameleons. DJ Pete will be spinning the tunes.  Click here to send your requests in ahead of time.  

Friday, April 18 | 9pm | Chameleons | 1350 East Street | 413-499-2582 | $5


Ride the Bull at the GEAA  

Friday: Ride the Bull at the A

The Bull is back to take on The A again for Round 3.  Music By Dj Yung & DJ B.  There will be prizes.  21+

Friday, April 18 | 9pm | The Back Nine Bar & Grill | 303 Crane Avenue | 518-300-0831 | $5


Blackwater  

Friday & Saturday: Live Music at Casey's 

Blackwater rocks the house two nights in a row. Berkshire County's classic rock cover band play favorites from Janis Joplin, Allman Brothers, Black Crowes, Carrie Underwood and more. 21+

Friday & Saturday, April 18 & 19 | 10pm | Casey's | 501 Dalton Avenue | 413- 997-2255 | $5


Eggstravaganza  

Saturday:  Eggstravaganza Egg Scramble!

Here comes the Easter Bunny! Bring your children for the city's annual Easter Egg Scramble. This year's schedule: 10:30 am for 9 year olds; 10:40 am for 7 & 8 year olds; 10:55 am for 5 & 6 year olds; 11:10 am for 4 year olds; 11:25 am for 2 & 3 year olds.  The event is free and open to all Pittsfield children. One winner in each age group who finds the golden egg will receive a special prize.  Children are asked to bring their own baskets.

Saturday, April 19 | 10:30am | Morningside Community School | 100 Burbank Street | 413-997-4444 | FREE


Pittsfield Repair Cafe  

Saturday: Repair Café at St. Stephens

Do you have a couch cushion with a broken zipper? Or a bike that needs maintenance? A broken lamp? Take it to the Repair Cafe and get it fixed for free! Anyone with a repairable broken item, such as small appliances, clothing, toys, small furniture items, and so on may bring it to the Repair Cafe, but guests are asked not to bring shoes, watches, or CRT TVs or monitors. Volunteers will fix as many articles as possible. The Repair Cafe is a project of the Pittsfield Resilience Circle.

Saturday, April 19 | 1pm-5pm | St. Stephen's Church Basement | 67 East Street | 413-212-8589 | FREE


Aerosmith at Colonial  

Saturday: Aerosmith Tribute Band

Authentically raised in Boston, Draw The Line comes from the very roots that inspired & drive Aerosmith to this day. A powerful transformation of character far beyond just a tribute group, this remarkable show will give you goosebumps with the memories of the 70's, bringing you the feel of the 80's and with all the exuberance of the 90's. Adding in its great audience interaction, it is a definitive crowd pleaser for all age groups.  Click here for more information.

Saturday, April 19 | Pre Show Event 7:15pm Show 8:30pm | Colonial Theatre  | 111 South Street | 413-997-4444 | $22


 
Arthur Holmes  

Saturday: Live Music at Flavours

Rockett will be rocking the house at Flavours Saturday night.  The two man band is made up of Arthur Holmes (pictured left) from the Arthur Holmes Blues Band and singer Bob Bottume from Circle of Stone. 21+

Saturday, April 19 | 9:30pm | Flavours of Malaysia | 75 North Street | 413-443-3188 | $5


B.A. Dario  

Saturday: B.A. Dario Returns to the Underground Pub

B.A. Dario brings their sound and their new songs to The Underground Pub for a pre-4/20 party!!! After four months off to write new music, B.A. is primed to make a huge 2014 debut! Bring your friends and your dancin' shoes! 21+.

Saturday, April 19 | 9:30pm | Underground Pub | 1 West Street | 413-553-2257 | $5


Mr. Cheeks at Spice Dragon  

Saturday: Music at Spice Dragon

Mr. Cheeks  DJ Yung and MR 413 DJ Champ spinning the tunes.   VIP tables available.  21+

Saturday, April 19 | 10pm | Spice Dragon | 297 North Street | 413-443-1234


Easter Brunch at Mission  

Sunday: Easter Brunch at Mission

Mission's Easter Brunch menu features homemade biscuits, breakfast tacos, French toast, eggs benedict and so much more!  Click here for the full menu and to make a reservation.  Or email missionbarandtapas@gmail.com

Sunday, April 20 | 9am-4pm | Mission Bar + Tapas  | 438 North Street | NO PHONE | NO COVER


Green Tree Python  

Tuesday: Animals Up Close at Berkshire Museum

Celebrate Earth Day at the Museum and learn about exotic, protected, and fascinating animals from across the globe. Meet a variety of animals including a kinkajou, an American alligator, a green tree python, a skunk, plus a special guest!  Includes museum admission.  

Tuesday, April 22 | 1pm | Berkshire Museum | 39 South Street | 413-443-7171 | $15 adult; $8 child; Museum members $5 adult; $3 child; Children 3 and under FREE


Eye on Owls at Berkshire Athenaeum  

Tuesday: Eye on Owls at Berkshire Athenaeum

Mark Wilson and Marcia Wilson presents Eye on Owls.  Ever seen a live owl up close and personal before?  Well, now's your chance!  Owls of the World - Who's Watching You? introduces you to the owls of New England and beyond. Mark and Marcia share the field marks, signs and naturalist's skills that you can use to find wild owls without disturbing them.  Then, you will meet six live owls (from small to huge) up close.  Everyone participates in a hooting lesson and learns tips on how to attract and protect owls near you.

Tuesday, April 22 | 1pm | Berkshire Athenaeum | One Wendell Ave | 413-499-9480 |FREE


Aladdin  

Thursday+: Berkshire Children's Theater presents Disney's Aladdin JR. at Berkshire Museum

Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, and experience the fantastic tale of the street urchin who became a prince! All of your favorite characters from the hit Disney film - Aladdin, Jasmine, Iago, Jafar, the Genie, and more - are here in Disney's Aladdin JR, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides.  Includes Museum Admission 

Thursday & Friday, April 24 & 25 | 11am & 2pm | Berkshire Museum | 39 South Street | 413-443-7171 | $15 adult; $8 child; Museum members $5 adult; $3 child; Children 3 and under FREE


Nonprofit Showcase  

Thursday: Nonprofit Showcase at Crowne Plaza

Local nonprofits are looking for new ideas, new talent, and new resources. Join the Berkshire Chamber of Commerce and the Berkshire Young Professionals and learn how to get involved!  Here are some reasons to attend:  connect with local health, service, community, and cultural nonprofits; learn how to give back to your community through volunteer or board service; expand your community and professional network; mingle with other Berkshire professionals and businesses.  Light refreshments and a wine/beer cash bar will be available.

Thursday, April 24 | 5pm-7:30pm | Crowne Plaza | One West Street | 413-499-4000 | FREE

 




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North Adams Regional Reopens With Ribbon-Cutting Celebration

By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff

BHS President and CEO Darlene Rodowicz welcomes the gathering to the celebration of the hospital's reopening 10 years to the day it closed. 
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The joyful celebration on Thursday at North Adams Regional Hospital was a far cry from the scene 10 years ago when protests and tears marked the facility's closing
 
Hospital officials, local leaders, medical staff, residents and elected officials gathered under a tent on the campus to mark the efforts over the past decade to restore NARH and cut the ribbon officially reopening the 136-year-old medical center. 
 
"This hospital under previous ownership closed its doors. It was a day that was full of tears, anger and fear in the Northern Berkshire community about where and how residents would be able to receive what should be a fundamental right for everyone — access to health care," said Darlene Rodowicz, president and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems. 
 
"Today the historic opportunity to enhance the health and wellness of Northern Berkshire community is here. And we've been waiting for this moment for 10 years. It is the key to keeping in line with our strategic plan which is to increase access and support coordinated county wide system of care." 
 
Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, under the BHS umbrella, purchased the campus and affiliated systems when Northern Berkshire Healthcare declared bankruptcy and closed on March 28, 2014. NBH had been beset by falling admissions, reductions in Medicare and Medicaid payments, and investments that had gone sour leaving it more than $30 million in debt. 
 
BMC was able to reopen the ER as an emergency satellite facility and slowly restored and enhanced medical services including outpatient surgery, imaging, dialysis, pharmacy and physician services. 
 
But it would take a slight tweak in the U.S. Health and Human Services' regulations — thank to U.S. Rep. Richie Neal — to bring back inpatient beds and resurrect North Adams Regional Hospital 
 
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