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VIRTUAL EVENT: THE HISTORY OF WILLIE NELSON
Becket, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Willie Nelson is the face, the heart and the soul of country music, and he’s still going strong. He released his 74th album in 2023 and turns 91 this year! Using interview and performance clips, we’ll trace the arc of Willie’s career from his humble beginnings in small town Texas to his struggles in Nashville to his shift to Outlaw Country and to his now legendary status. We’ll cover all the big hits including “Crazy,” “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain,” “On The Road Again,” and “Always On My Mind.”

Led by Gary Wenstrup, who has taught courses on the Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel and Motown Records for the Continuing Education Departments of College of DuPage and Oakton (IL) Community College. Wenstrup has lectured at over 80 public libraries. Besides being featured on radio broadcasts and in newspaper articles, he is also a reoccurring guest on the widely respected podcast “Something About The Beatles.”

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library Friends of the Library and other libraries from across MA and NH.

Register for Zoom presentation.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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MEDITATION ON THE VERNAL EQUINOX: WELCOMING THE SPRING
Adams, 7 p.m.

A brief talk on meditation for beginning and experienced meditators will be held at the Anahata Schoolhouse, 201 North Summer St. People from all faiths and philosophies are welcome.   The talk is followed by a 30-minute session of sitting in silence. March 19 is the vernal equinox when the sun is poised directly over the horizon. Night and day are both 12 hours, suggesting the image of balance in our lives. The vernal equinox is the first day of spring calling to mind a season of rebirth and renewal also a positive metaphor for our own lives


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FREE HANDS-ONLY CPR WORKSHOP
North Adams, 6 p.m.

On Wednesday, March 20, be ready to save a life with Hands-Only CPR! It’s easy to learn, and you can increase the chance of someone surviving a cardiac emergency by taking a FREE 30-minute class with the American Red Cross at NAPL.  Session 1: 6 to 6:30PM Session 2: 7 to 7:30PM   In the 3rd floor community meeting room. Due to very limited space, registration is required. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT A CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP.  Register for either session by emailing Adult Services Librarian Ryan Miller at rmiller@northadams-ma.gov, or calling (413) 662-3133, ext. 13.  The North Adams Public Library is located at 74 Church Street, North Adams, MA, 01247.


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VIRTUAL EVENT: CREATIVE COUPLES OF LONDON -- ELIZABETH SIDDAL & LAURA ALMA-TADEMA
Becket, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Elizabeth Siddal began her artistic career as a model for several of the Pre-Raphaelites, including Dante Gabriel Rossetti. As they developed both a professional and personal relationship, eventually marrying, Elizabeth and Dante often worked together in the same studio as Elizabeth worked as an artist. Elizabeth was the only female artist to exhibit with the Pre-Raphaelites. Laura Epps also began as a student and model for Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema. They eventually married and Laura exhibited at the London Royal Academy, the Paris Salon, and the 1878 Paris International Exposition, one of only two English women to exhibit. Explore how each of their artistic lives reflected the historic events of their time.

Led by Martha Chiarchiaro, owner of Seeing History, who has brought history to life through the art of the times for more than 30 years. She received her Masters’ degree in the History of Art from Williams College and provides a variety of art history presentations at the Worcester Art Museum, the Worcester Institute for Senior Education (WISE), libraries, senior centers, and garden clubs.

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library and other libraries from across MA and NH.

Register for Zoom presentation.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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GAME NIGHT @BECKETATHENAEUM
Becket, 6 - 8 p.m.

Join friends and neighbors for a fun evening of board and card games! If you have a favorite, please bring it along to share/teach to fellow gamers!

Games the Athenaeum owns include Monopoly, Code Names, The All American History Trivia Game, Sorry, Chess, Quiddler (word game), SET, and many more!

Refreshments will be served! You're welcome to bring your beverage of choice (including alcohol).
Masks optional. Ages 13+ are welcome.

RSVP appreciated.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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IF I COULD LIVE ANOTHER CENTURY
Adams, 6 p.m.

You're invited to a suffrage quilt stitching workshop with Michelle Gajda! Learn about the symbolism of suffrage and enjoy tea & pastries.

Michelle Gajda will present her wool applique pattern designed after a Rhode Island Cross Stitch Sampler in which each panel of the wool applique wall-hanging tells part of the story of Women's Suffrage.

Participants will learn how to stitch their own square, and enjoy tea & pastries during the workshop. Due to space limitations at Susan' birthplace, this event is limited to 15 participants. Please RSVP to attend by March 15th! This program is supported in part by grants from the Northern Berkshire Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency, and the Adams Community Bank.


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SONGS AND STORIES FOR THE SEASON
Lanesborough, 7 p.m.

The Lanesborough Public Library will celebrate St Patrick’s Day, Celtic culture, and the impending arrival of spring by presenting a performance by Parents’ Choice Award winning performer, Davis Bates. This program will involve the audience in a variety of cultural traditions. It will include traditional songs and tales from Ireland, Scotland & Wales, sea songs & chanteys, ghost stories and family tales. There will also be plenty of sing-alongs, a short lesson in how to play music with spoons from a kitchen drawer, and an appearance by an Irish dancing wooden dog named Bingo.

This performance is recommended for adults, teens & tweens.

Lanesborough Town Hall Community Room, 83 North Main St Lanesborough, MA 01237 Free, no registration required. For more information please go to our website, www.lanesboroughlibrary.weebly.com or call (413) 442-0222.


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MARCH BARN DINNER SERIES WITH CHEF RON REDA
Williamstown

Event Title: March Chef Dinner Series at The Barn When: Thursday, March 21 Where: The Barn Kitchen & Bar (103 Spring Street Williamstown, MA 01267) Pricing: $85 per person For reservations: Contact Paul Thayer, 413-458-9371, pthayer@williamsinn.com

 


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LIBRARY STORYTIME @BECKETATHENAEUM
Becket, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Join us to hear a story and make a craft*!

*Second Saturday of the month, the craft project is replaced by creative movement.

RSVP appreciated. Masks are optional.

Click here to view all other events at the Becket Athenaeum.


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SING & SWING – A JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS PRODUCTION
Great Barrington, 8 p.m.

For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education globally. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries.  

The Jazz at Lincoln Center presents touring initiative provides an affordable opportunity to present great jazz programming, featuring up-and-coming musicians who have been identified as rising stars by JALC.  The initiative also allows for expansion of the mission of JALC “to entertain, enrich and expand a global community for jazz through performance, education, and advocacy.”   


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MET OPERA LIVE IN HD: GOUNOD'S ROMéO ET JULIETTE
Great Barrington, 1pm

$25 / $10 ages 21 and under

This screening is an encore date per Mahaiwe scheduling. 

Two singers at the height of their powers—soprano Nadine Sierra and tenor Benjamin Bernheim—come together as the star-crossed lovers in Gounod’s Shakespeare adaptation, with Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium to conduct one of the repertoire’s most romantic scores. Bartlett Sher’s staging also features baritone Will Liverman and tenor Frederick Ballentine as the archrivals Mercutio and Tybalt, mezzo-soprano Samantha Hankey as the mischievous pageboy Stéphano, and bass-baritone Alfred Walker as Frère Laurent.

*We accept ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT cards! Four free tickets to movies or HD broadcasts per individual. 


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HOFFMANN BIRD CLUB FIELD TRIP
Cheshire, 7:30 am

Spring Waterfowl Search

Spring is a great time to look to waterfowl on our local lakes wherever there is open water.  We will drive to multiple lakes and wetlands. There will be limited walking. Meet at the Farnams Causeway (off Rte. 8) on Cheshire Lake.

Please email   hoffmannbirdclub@gmail.com  to obtain more information.


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VIRTUAL EVENT: JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES 201
Becket, 2 - 3 p.m.

Tired of applying to online jobs and getting no response? Most job seekers feel frustrated with the job search process. Take control of your job search by deploying a proactive strategy. Learn what to do beyond simply applying online. Discover how to create some avenues of opportunity for yourself.

Led by Kelley Dadah, founder of KMD Creation Solutions. Kelley is an ICF (International Coach Federation) Professional Certified Coach, Certified Professional Resume Writer and Certified DISC Communications Specialist. She has over 15 years of experience as an executive recruiter, division manager, and career coach. Kelley began her career as a coach and mentor at Robert Half International, one of the top staffing firms in the world. She later served as an executive recruiter at a training and development company, working with Fortune 500 companies.

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library Friends of the Library through a generous grant from the Tewskbury Elks and other libraries from across MA and NH.

Register for Zoom presentation.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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ARMCHAIR TOUR OF THE PHILLIPS HOUSE WITH HISTORIC NEW ENGLAND
Becket, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Enjoy an armchair tour of the Phillips House, a famous Massachusetts property preserved by Historic New England. In 1821, four intact rooms from an earlier house were transported by ox sled to Salem’s fashionable Chestnut Street to form the core of a new Federal-style mansion being built by Captain Nathaniel West. Nearly a century later, Anna Phillips bought the house and launched a fourteen-month renovation. When the Phillips family moved in, they brought with them a family collection that spans five generations. Learn about the world of the Phillips family and their staff during the early decades of the twentieth century and the history of the house on Chestnut Street. Led by Abigail Stewart, North Shore Regional Administrator at Historic New England.

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library and other libraries from across MA and NH. Register for Zoom presentation.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODY
Becket, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

For centuries, we've known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Led by Nicole McGurin, Programs & Services Director at Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter. Please note this program is intended for healthy individuals of any age who are looking for ways to age well. It is not designed for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. 

This program will not be recorded. Presented in partnership with Alzheimer’s Association, Tewksbury Public Library, Tewksbury Council on Aging, and other libraries from across MA and NH.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: The Tewksbury Public Library does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing a reasonable modification to participate in our events, services or documentation. Contact Director Diane Giarrusso at 978-640-4490 or dgiarrusso@tewksbury-ma.gov at least two weeks before an event to arrange for modification, or at any time you need accessible documents. Register for Zoom presentation. Required questions are marked with an asterisk (*).   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF BATS
Becket, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Bats' adaptations like suction cup thumbs, echolocation, and huge eyes for capturing available light, make them fascinating creatures to learn about. In addition, they're extremely beneficial to our society through insect population control and medical research contribution. Learn more about echolocation, bat communication, and the social structures of bat colonies. Discover the life history and biology of bats, what's truth and what's myth, and the conservation challenges that threaten their population today. Led by Patti Steinman, the Education Coordinator for Mass Audubon’s Connecticut River Valley Sanctuaries, based out of Arcadia in Easthampton and Northampton. She has worked at Mass Audubon for 30 years (she is old), developing and overseeing programs for adults, families, and children.

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library Friends of the Library and other libraries from across MA and NH. Register for Zoom presentation.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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RIDING THE BERKSHIRE TROLLEY
Lee, 6:30 p.m.

Local historian and author Gary Leveille will give an illustrated talk, Riding the Berkshire Trolley, on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lee Senior Center, 21 Crossway Street, Lee.  Before introduction of the automobile, Berkshire Street Railway was one of the largest trolley systems in the country, transporting riders as they commuted to work and school and went shopping, visiting friends and touring. His interesting photographic review, focusing on South County and Lee, will help us to understand how important this line was to Berkshire County, why it disappeared, and what remains of it today.

This presentation is free and open to the public and is part of the Lee Historical Society Speaker Series.  Parking is available along the North entrance to Crossway Village as well as on Academy Street.  Refreshments will be served.


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CALLIOPE CAFE
Dalton, 7 p.m.

This is a free monthly “open mic” for high school students in Berkshire County to showcase their talents (music, dance, poetry, etc). Curated by Mark Franklin who retired from Wahconah Regional High School and while there, started the annual Calliope Cafe in the school cafeteria. In the summer of 2022, he was asked to bring it to The Stationery Factory as a monthly series and open it up to all schools in Berkshire County.

Come on out and support these super talented students! 

Donations are welcome an we offer a concession stand with chips and non-alcoholic drinks. This program is funded in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the Local Cultural Councils of Hinsdale/Peru and Pittsfield. The Stationery Factory • stationery-factory.com


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VIRTUAL EVENT: AIM HIGH -- A HISTORY OF MILITARIZED SPACE"
Becket, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

With the end of World War II, a host of new technologies emerged including advanced radar, ballistic rockets, and nuclear energy. It was here that the US military space program began. Solar System Ambassador David S. Ball, a volunteer educator with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, traces the history of our military forays into orbit. Ball served 26 years in the US Air Force, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.

RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program. Presented in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library and other libraries from across MA and NH.

Register for Zoom presentation.   Click here to view all Becket Athenaeum events.


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BEACH PARTY DANCE WITH DJ BFG BENEFITTING NAMI
Dalton, 8 p.m.

Hi Barbie! Dust off your best beach outfit and join us for a night of summer jams, friends & fun!

A benefit dance party for NAMI Berkshire County

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  Beach Dance Party with DJ BFG

Hi Barbie! Dust off your best beach outfit and join us for a night of summer jams, friends and fun.


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EASTER EGG HUNT
Clarksburg, 10 a.m.
Peter A. Cook VFW Post 9144 holds its annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Veterans Field. Children up to age 12 will be able to participate. Come and enjoy this popular event.  
 

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LIBRARY STORYTIME @BECKETATHENAEUM
Becket, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Join us to hear a story and make a craft*!

*Second Saturday of the month, the craft project is replaced by creative movement.

RSVP appreciated. Masks are optional.

Click here to view all other events at the Becket Athenaeum.


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LONDON'S NATIONAL THEATRE IN HD: DEAR ENGLAND
Great Barrington, 6:30 p.m.
$17 / $10 ages 21 and under   https://mahaiwe.org/event/londons-national-theatre-in-hd-dear-england-2/   The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. Why can’t England’s men win at their own game?  The team has the worst track record for penalties in the world, and manager Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land.    Joseph Fiennes portrayal of Gareth Southgate is ‘pitch-perfect’ (Time Out) in this ‘thrilling’ (Sunday Times) new play by James Graham, with set design by Es Devlin. Graham reunites with director Rupert Goold, following their acclaimed productions of Tammy Faye and Ink, in this gripping ’new stage epic’ (Telegraph) about both nation and game.  Please note this is a fictionalized account of the struggles and successes of England’s football teams, based on extensive research and interviews. It features characters inspired by some real-life individuals, and some composite characters entirely imagined by the author.   *We accept ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT cards! Four free tickets to movies or HD broadcasts per individual. 
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DUKE ROBILLARD
Dalton, 7:30 p.m.

Duke has carved out one of the Blues' most illustrious legacies. He founded Roomful Of Blues with pianist Al Copley in 1967. He replaced Jimmie Vaughan in The Fabulous Thunderbirds in 1990. He recorded on Dylan’s “Time Out Of Mind” and later toured with him. He also has toured with Tom Waits and Robert Gordon. Duke's prolificity has included producing albums by Joe Louis Walker, Jimmy Witherspoon, Jay McShann, and Otis Clay. Another highlight of Duke’s is recording two collaborations with Herb Ellis.

Chris Merenda, a local favorite, will be opening the show!

SHOW 7:30P / DOORS 6:30 P

There is a restaurant downstairs in the building (Shire Breu Hous) where you can enjoy dinner before the show, or bring up to enjoy during the show.

We are now offering pick your own seating!

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BOOK CLUB - “THE IN-BETWEEN: UNFORGETTABLE ENCOUNTERS DURING LIFE'S FINAL MOMENTS”
Becket, 1:30 - 3 p.m.

All are welcome to join us for lively conversation inside the library or on a separate Zoom meeting to discuss The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments by Hadley Vlahos!

Request a physical book or register for the separate Zoom meeting.

If attending in person, masks are optional.
Automated closed caption available on Zoom meeting.

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SOLAR ECLIPSE PREP PARTY @BECKETATHENAEUM
Becket, 3 - 6 p.m.

Come to the library to prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse! Stop in to create a safe eclipse-viewing device, enjoy solar crafts and snacks, and leave with a pair of solar eclipse glasses (while supplies last)!

Masks optional. All ages welcome!

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KAT WRIGHT
Dalton, 7:30 p.m.

Kat Wright, whose voice is both sultry and dynamic, delicate yet powerful; gritty but highly emotive and nuanced, has been described as “a young Bonnie Raitt meets Amy Winehouse”. Add to that voice enough stage presence to tame lions, and the combination of feline femininity proves immediately enchanting. There’s soul flowing in and out of her rock ‘n’ roll with a serpentine seduction. Some of soul music’s sweet, grand dames belt, shout, seethe, and succumb, while Wright sings gently like a heartache’s apology. It’s funky in spots and beautiful all over. And it hurts a little… like it should.

SHOW 7:30p / DOORS 6:30p

There is a restaurant downstairs in the building (Shire Breu Hous) You can enjoy dinner there before the show or bring up take out.

We now offer pick your own seating!

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FIRST CHILD IN THE WOODS
Lenox, 10 - 11 AM

Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 West Mt. Rd. Lenox, MA 01240

Join us for the perfect introduction to nature. This one-hour hike will enable your child or children, birth to 5 years old, to gently discover the natural world around them and give you skills to confidently lead explorations of your own. This is an opportunity to explore the changing nature and beauty of Pleasant Valley with your youngster each month.

Cost: Adults $5, Children $5

Link to register: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs?prg[pid][0]=17537&prg[daterange]=&prg[query]=first%20child&prg[submit]=&prg[age_min]=&prg[age_max]=&fbclid=IwAR25aPPqq0QvK6Gz0dGWhPNnj9B2YamGivAhCSD3VK6YjlVD24Rpf6Jk3yA


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MOVIE NIGHT FOR ADULTS @BECKETATHENAEUM
Becket, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

The movie with the most votes as of March 30 will be shown

Movie starts at 7pm

Popcorn, candy, & non-alcoholic beverages provided

You're welcome to bring your beverage of choice (including alcohol)

Older children, 13+, may come with an adult at the discretion of their guardian

Masks optional

RSVP appreciated

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THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994)
Great Barrington, 7 p.m.

Frank Darabont and Stephen King’s The Shawshank Redemption celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. This classic prison drama follows convict Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) through his claims of innocence and sentence at Shawshank State Prison. Andy befriends fellow prisoner Ellis “Red” Redding (Morgan Freeman), as the two navigate life in lock-up. (R, 2h, 22min.)  $8

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