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Pittsfield, 1 pm
“City of the Dead” will explore fascinating and tragic stories from some of the more obscure lives of those buried here. It will also lay bare the darker history of the place itself: the vandalism, assaults, exhumations, reinterments, and tragic deaths that have taken place within the cemetery itself. Pre-registration is required, by email to info@berkshirehomehistory.com or by calling 413-347-9877. Cost: $10
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CLARK ART - MUSIC IN THE MANTON: MISTY BLUES
Williamstown, 4 pm
Local favorites Misty Blues perform a mix of original blues, jazz, soul, and funk during the final First Sunday Free event of the season. Fronted by Gina Coleman, the ensemble is a former International Blues Challenge finalist. Admission is free to the public through the support of Allen & Company.
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WETLAND AND MEADOW BIRDING

Pittsfield, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Look for migrating birds at Canoe Meadows during this beginner-friendly walk. The mix of habitats make it ideal for spotting species that are arriving, passing through, or are year-round residents. ADULTS Where: Mass Audubon's Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary, 309 Holmes Rd. Pittsfield, MA 01201 Cost: Members $10, Non-members $15 For more info: berkshires@massaudubon.org /413-637-0320 Link to register: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/101671-wetland-and-meadow-birding
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER HOSTED BY THE ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB

Pittsfield, 9:00 AM to Noon
Sunday, May 3, 2026 9:00 AM to Noon $12.00 for Adults $6.00 for Children 12 & under No Reservations Required Proceeds to Benefit Ongoing Projects at the Club Italian American Club, 203 Newell Street, Pittsfield, MA
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Becket, 10-11 a.m.
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WILLIAMSTOWN CITIZENS' PETITIONS DROP-IN INFO SESSION
Williamstown, 4 to 7 p.m.
Have questions or want to learn more about the three citizens petitions on the warrant for the 2026 town meeting? The petitions are for bans on second-generation rodenticides, land application of sludge-based materials (biosolids), and single-use plastic bags. A representative who was active in the submission of each petition will be in the community room at the Milne Public Library to speak on them. More information here.
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CLARK ART - GLOBAL SLAVERY: A VISUAL HISTORY
Williamstown, 5:30 pm (5:00 pm reception)
Ana Lucia Araujo presents a visual history of global slavery and human trafficking across several centuries and continents. The lecture identifies common visual elements in artworks depicting these atrocities from antiquity to the plantation era. Accessible seating is available in the Manton Research Center auditorium.
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SINGER/SONGWRITER, BRUCE MANDEL
Pittsfield, 6:30 p.m.
Singer/songwriter, Bruce Mandel performs at the Berkshire Athenaeum. "A View from Behind This Guitar" is a free event brought to you by a Grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council which is supported by the MA Cultural Council. Held at Berkshire Athenaeum, 1 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield
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LEARN TO MEDITATE: TAME THE WILD HORSE OF YOUR MIND

Becket, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Meditation has multiple purposes and effects. By quieting the mind and relaxing through breath awareness, the heart rate slows, allowing you to let go of thoughts that arise. With practice, you can experience lessened anxiety and emotional reactivity.
This eight-session course at Becket Arts Center is led by Rosie Bleyer is designed to help you shift into "being" mode. Suggested donation is $15, member $10. More information here.
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Lee, 1 p.m.
A free technology class from Senior Planet, taught by an Americorps trained professional, will be offered at the library, 100 Main St. Basic tech Q&A will be available at the end of the class. To register, contact the leelibraryma.org at 413-243-0385 or sign up at the Circulation Desk.
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BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP AND CAREGIVER CONNECTION

Becket, 10-11 a.m.
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LEE LIBRARY: STORYTIME

Lee, 10:30 a.m.
Storytime at the Lee Library is held each Wednesday. For questions, contact the library at 413-243-0385 or sign up at the Circulation Desk.
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NAMI FAMILY VOICES - HOSTED BY UCS

Vermont, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Join UCS and NAMI VT for Family Voices, an event featuring stories about supporting family members living with mental health conditions. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, you are invited to join UCS on May 6 from 3:30-5pm (Community Conference Room, 100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT) for an event featuring stories told in-person by Chip and Judy Siler (President and Vice President of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) VT) about supporting family members living with mental health conditions. Please RSVP at ucsvt.org/events. Family Voices is an interactive presentation that challenges stereotypes and builds empathy by considering the impact mental health conditions have not just on the individual living with the illness, but also on their loved ones. Trained presenters with lived experience as family members of individuals living with a mental health condition talk openly about their experiences. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions to learn more about how the presenters and their loved ones have coped with the conditions affecting their families and how to live well in spite of them. Please RSVP at ucsvt.org/events.
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LEE LIBRARY: GREETING CARD WORKSHOP

Lee, 4 p.m.
Brandi Mayott will present a free workshop at the leelibraryma.org, 100 Main St., for adults and teens on creating unique greeting cards. All materials are provided. To register, contact the library at 413-243-0385 or sign up at the Circulation Desk.
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NAPL: WILMA RIFKIN: LOOKING BACK AND FEELING NOW
North Adams, 5pm
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NAPL: TUNNELING THROUGH THE HOOSAC MOUNTAIN
North Adams, 6 pm
Visit the North Adams Public Library and hear a lecture by Gary Brierley. Located in the 3rd floor community room. All are welcome. This event is co-hosted with the North Adams Historical Society.
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LIVING AFTER LOSS: GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Great Barrington, 6 to 7 pm
Join a walk-in grief support group held at Berkshire South. This is open to anyone who has experienced a loss. No registration required. Drop in sessions.
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BIRDING AT THE MOUNT- SPRING MIGRATION

Lenox, 8 - 9:30 a.m.
Explore Edith Wharton's original estate, including its woods, wetlands, and meadows, in search of resident and migratory birds. ADULTS Where: The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home, 3 Plunkett St. Lenox, MA 01240 Cost: FREE For more info: berkshires@massaudubon.org /413-637-0320 Link to register: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/101672-birding-at-the-mount-spring-migration
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Lee, 3:30 pm
The library hosts an arts and crafts activity for children each Thursday with a different theme each week. For questions, contact the library at 413-243-0385 or sign up at the Circulation Desk.
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DINE OUT FOR A CAUSE WITH HVA AT PRAIRIE WHALE

Great Barrington, 5 p.m.
The Prairie Whale is hosting a Dine Out for a Cause fundraiser for the Housatonic Valley Association. If you eat at the restaurant that night, a portion of the proceeds will support HVA's conservation work in the Housatonic Valley and beyond. It is the only conservation organization dedicated to the entire tri-state Housatonic Watershed.
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COMMUNITY, ECONOMY, AND CLIMATE PANEL WITH LOCAL LEADERS
Great Barrington, 6 to 8 pm
Moderator Katy Sparks will lead a panel of diverse non-profit experts in the fields of farming and food production, food access, housing, local business support, and environmental advocacy in a discussion about how to make life in the Berkshires sustainable for everyone. Held at the Guthrie Center. Doors open at 5:30 pm. Register here.
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Williamstown, 12 pm
The Clark Art Institute continues its series of Fresh Takes tours. Tours meet at noon in the Museum Pavilion. Free with gallery admission
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LEE LIBRARY: LIVE MUSIC & DISCUSSION

Lee, 4 p.m.
The Sandy McKnight Songwriters Fund and Lee Library team up to present "The Story of the Song" performance and workshop series. Performance by Christine Bilé of original songs and discussion followed by Q&A. Registration is recommended. Contact leelibraryma.org at 413-243-0385 or stop by the circulation desk.
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STORY OF THE SONG: CHRISTINE BILé
Lee, 4 to 5:30 pm
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Christine Bilé performs a set of original acoustic pop and folk music on guitar and ukulele.
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DODGEBALL NIGHT AT BERKSHIRE SOUTH

Great Barrington, 5 - 6 p.m.
Dodgeball at Berkshire South is now monthly! We had so much fun at our first open dodgeball night of the year. So we’re bringing it back every third Monday of the month. Gather your friends and drop in for a fun evening of dodgeball.
Upcoming Dates:
Monday, May 18
Monday, June 15
Monday, July 20
Monday, August 17
Berkshire South Regional Community Center
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'THE RIPPLE EFFECT': CATA GALA & PERFORMANCES

Lenox, 5 p.m.
Community Access to the Arts presents "The Ripple Effect," a performance by artists with disabilities in dance, acting, drumming, singing, juggling, comedy, and more.
Hosted by Shakespeare & Company at the Tina Packer Playhouse, 70 Kemble St., Lenox.
Tickets to the gala performance here. Underwriter tickets open in February 2026, general tickets available spring 2026.
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BERKSHIRE FOOD PROJECT: SUPER BITE 2026

North Adams, 6 to 9 p.m.
This "Chopped"-style culinary showdown benefits the Berkshire Food Project and will be held at Greylock Works. It features an evening of chef-crafted "super bites," music, and a silent auction.
This event sold out last year, and tickets are available only in advance. Tickets can be purchase on the project's website at $125 and $175, with the higher price covering 12 meals for BFP guests.
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BIRDING AT PIKE'S POND

Pittsfield, 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Look for birds that are arriving or passing through during this casual, beginner-friendly bird walk. This program is completely outdoors. ADULTS Where: Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 West Mountain Rd. Lenox, MA 01240 Cost: Members $10, Non-members $15 For more info: berkshires@massaudubon.org /413-637-0320 Link to register: https://www.massaudubon.org/programs/pleasant-valley/101673-birding-at-pike-s-pond
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ROMEO & JULIET

Connecticut, 7:30 p.m.
The Hotchkiss Dramatic Association presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, May 8–10 in Walker Auditorium at The Hotchkiss School. Performances are:
Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday at 2 p.m.
This timeless tragedy blends swordfights, humor, and lyrical poetry in a powerful story of love and fate, brought to life by a contemporary student cast with inspiration from sixteenth-century staging.
Please note: this production includes a depiction of suicide onstage and may not be suitable for all audiences.
The Hotchkiss School
Walker Auditorium
11 Interlaken Road, Lakeville, CT
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STATIONERY FACTORY PRESENTS DEAD MAN'S WALTZ

Dalton, 7:30 p.m.
Interweaving the classic songs and jams of the Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers Band and The Band, Dead Man's Waltz (formerly Steal Your Peach) is a collective from the Northeast festival scene that puts their own spin on a catalog of beloved songs that are now part of the new American song book.
Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door and can be purchased here.
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