Artscapeinvites artists to apply to a juried art auction to benefit public art in Pittsfield. Up to 3 pieces will be accepted in all media including fine art, photography, jewelry, ceramics, etc. You may submit as a donation or receive 30% of the proceeds. Accepted artists will receive promotion in the Berkshires as well as free entry to the event. Deadline to submit: Wednesday, May 15. You'll be notified of your acceptance by May 31. Artscape's Fine Art Auction will be held on Thursday, June 13 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Framework Coworking on North Street.
The Berkshire Music Project's inaugural event is a concert by the New York-based Lady Moon & The Eclipse. Get ready to groove with this neosoul group that encompasses Afrobeat, gospel and funk.Mr. Finn's Cabaret inside Barrington Stage Company, 36 Linden Street. $20/$50. 7 p.m.
Berkshire Theatre Group presents Disney's Aladdin JR.,based on the 1992 Academy Award-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show. Aladdin and his friends are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and a wisecracking genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to win the heart of Princess Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on a magic carpet ride adventure where he faces the evil sorcerer, Jafar, and ultimately, himself. Enjoy all of the original songs in this new adaptation. $15. Choose from five showtimes.
Wellness Day at Berkshire Community College will include chair massages, sample exercise classes, food tastings, a mini farmers market, raffles, educational booths and screenings on how to care for yourself and loved ones. The event is free, with nominal fees for massages ($5) and exercise classes ($5). All proceeds from the day's event go to United Cerebral Palsy of Berkshire County. New this year, a 5K race/1K walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. Other activities run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Paterson Field House.
Learn to paint an authentic finch birdhouse at Berkshire Paint & Sip. Your $35 fee includes all materials, two hours of instruction, light snacks and a donation to benefit Berkshire Community College Alumni. BYOB. 6-8 p.m.
On Friday at 10:30 a.m., the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute will give a preview of performing arts events in the Berkshires this summer. At 1 p.m., OLLI will tackle our complex healthcare system, and at 3 p.m., OLLI and Museum staff focus on objects and their stories. Saturday's program features Dr. Ben Liptzin on successful aging at 3 p.m.
Lobster War is an award-winning feature film about a climate-fueled conflict between the United States and Canada over waters that both countries have claimed since the end of the Revolutionary War. The disputed 277 square miles of sea, known as the Gray Zone, were traditionally fished by U.S. lobstermen. But as the Gulf of Maine has warmed faster than nearly any other body of water on the planet, the area's previously modest lobster population has surged. As a result, Canadians have begun to assert their sovereignty, warring with the Americans to claim the bounty.
The Tyler Street Lab @ 730is a pop-up that creates a community space out of an underutilized storefront. The city's Office of Cultural Development, in collaboration with the Transformative Development Initiative, is putting out two calls for art: a storefront configuration challenge and a community art installation challenge. For both, they are looking for ideas that reflect the eclectic nature of Tyler Street and the surrounding Morningside neighborhood. There will be a stipend of up to $850 to the award-winning designs - one from each challenge. For more information, contacttylerstreetlabpitt@gmail.com.
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Dalton Select Board Argues Over Sidewalk Article
By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
DALTON, Mass. — A heated discussion concerning sidewalks during Monday night's Select Board meeting resulted in the acting chair calling a recess to cool the situation.
The debate stemmed from the two articles on the town meeting warrant for May 6 at 7 p.m. at Wahconah Regional High School.
One proposes purchasing a sidewalk paver for $64,000 so sidewalks can be paved or repaired for less money, but they will use asphalt rather than concrete. The other would amend the town's bylaws to mandate the use of concrete for all future sidewalks.
The article on concrete sidewalks was added to the warrant through a citizen petition led by resident Todd Logan.
The board was determining whether to recommend the article when member John Boyle took the conversation in a new direction by addressing how the petition was brought about.
"I just have a comment about this whole procedure. I'm very disappointed in the fact that you [Logan] have been working, lobbying various groups and implementing this plan and filed this petition six weeks ago. You never had any respect for the Select Board and …" Boyle said.
Before Boyle could finish his statement, which was directed to Logan, who was in the audience, Chair Joe Diver called point of order via Zoom.
Between disagreements about site design and a formal funding process not yet established, more time is needed before a decision can be made.
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The Ordinances and Rules subcommittee on Monday unanimously supported a pay raise for election workers, free downtown parking for veterans, and safeguards to better protect wetlands.
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A parking study of North Street will be presented at Tuesday's City Council meeting. The design maintains parallel parking while expanding pedestrian zones and adding protected bike lanes. click for more
Amy Schirmer was recognized as the Volunteer of the Year for creating a weekly therapeutic art class at the George B. Crane Center to help those in recovery from substance use. click for more