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WEST STOCKBRIDGE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY
Great Barrington, 9 am to 1 pm

Residents of participating towns can dispose of various residential chemicals, including pesticides, oil-based paints, fuels, and mercury-containing items like thermometers and fluorescent bulbs. Materials must be transported in their original containers within sturdy boxes, and participants are strictly prohibited from bringing latex paint, electronics, or medical waste. Pre-registration is required and can be completed online at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040448ADA728A1F49-62988957-hhwspring or by calling (413) 243-5540

YOGA WITH RIMA SALA
Becket, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

All-levels yoga class held every Thursday at the Becket Arts Center. Participants will move through a series of poses to build heat, increase flexibility, and improve balance. Modifications will be offered to ensure everyone feels comfortable and challenged.

Cost is $5 to $10 for members, $15 for guests. Register and pay in person.

FRIDAY - APRIL 17, 2026

DISCOVER GREYLOCK HIKE
Adams, 1 to 3 pm

For ages 8 and older. Explore seasonal changes in the forest and look for signs of wildlife and unique features along an easy to moderate trail. Dress appropriately for the weather. Bring

water and a snack. Meet at Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, 165 Gould Rd, Adams. Inclement weather cancels.

CLARK ART GALLERY TOURS WITH EMERGING ART HISTORIANS
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

CLARK ART - SUR MARICA: A MOBILE CARTOGRAPHY OF ART, SEX, AFFECT, AND COLLABORATION
Williamstown, 5:30 pm (5:00 pm reception)

Luis Vargas-Santiago discusses how queer artists in Latin American capitals during the 1980s and 1990s challenged traditional formations of the body and sexuality. The lecture explores the concept of "Sur Marica" as a decolonial site for political expression and redefined identities. For accessibility information, contact 413-458-0570.

PITTSFIELD CITYJAZZ FESTIVAL: JAZZ JAM
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.

The 20th annual festival kicks-off with a jam session on April 17, at Hot Plate Brewing Co., 1 School Street, Pittsfield. Pianist and leader Dave Bartley hosts the open jam session, with local musicians invited to bring their own instruments and sit it. Berkshires Jazz has learned that Hot Plate will be introducing a special brew to honor the occasion.

BOWMEN AT THE STATIONERY FACTOR
Dalton, 7:30PM

Led by veteran songwriter Bow Thayer and featuring guitarist Krishna Guthrie, the band BOWMEN performs a genre-blurring set drawn from Thayer’s 40-year musical catalog. This performance at The Stationery Factory offers a fresh reimagining of classic material for local audiences. More information and potential updates can be found through the venue's official event portal.

JAZZ VOCALIST JANE MONHEIT TO PERFORM AT THE MAHAIWE
Great Barrington, 8 pm

Jazz vocalist Jane Monheit will perform at the Mahaiwe's Indigo Room. Tickets are $99 general admission, café table seating. Tickets can be purchased online at mahaiwe.org, or by calling or visiting the Box Office, 413-528-0100.

SATURDAY - APRIL 18, 2026

CLAY TRINKET WALL SHELF WORKSHOP
North Adams | Adams | Cheshire | Clarksburg | Lanesborough, 10 am to12:30pm

Local ceramist Charlotte Shenassa leads this beginner-friendly workshop where participants use hand-building techniques and underglazes to sculpt and decorate custom clay trinket shelves. The class is open to ages 10 and up, with all materials provided and finished pieces ready for pickup after firing in two to three weeks. Interested attendees can find registration details and artist portfolio samples via @lolohandcrafts on Instagram.

EASY TAI CHI
Great Barrington, 10 to 11 am

Instructor: Corey Chapman

This practice includes simple tai chi moves and Qigong methods. Slow fluid movement, self-applied massage, deep breathing exercises, and meditation releases the relaxation response in the brain. All levels and ages will benefit. No equipment required.

Berkshire South Members: $100

Guests: $130

STORYTIME WITH STAY & PLAY
Becket, 10:30 a.m. to noon

Becket Athenaeum hosts a storytime from 10:30 to 11 followed by an hour of stay and play with toys, games, puzzles, and snacks for the kids, along with coffee, tea, snacks, and time for connection for the caregivers. Stop by for either or both.

RSVP appreciated.

MASSACHUSETTS: A SONG OF ITSELF
Stockbridge, 3 pm

State Poet Laureate Regie Gibson and a group of musicians use poetry, storytelling, and song to explore the founding of the Commonwealth through the perspectives of marginalized individuals. The performance traces the region's history from early interactions between Indigenous peoples and settlers through the American Revolution. General admission is $20 at the door (cash only), with advance tickets and Card for Culture discounts available through the West Stockbridge Historical Society.

POET LAUREATE REGIE GIBSON PRESENTS MASSACHUSETTS: A SONG OF ITSELF
W. Stockbridge, 3 to 5 p.m.
State Poet Laureate Regie Gibson, backed by a group musicians, presents a reimagined history of the founding of the Commonwealth told through the eyes of its marginalized people who influenced its growth and early struggles. General admission is $20 at the door, cash only, at the Stockbridge First Congregational Church, located at 4 Main St.

A NATURE YEAR AT PLEASANT VALLEY: SPRING
Lenox, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Immerse yourself in local natural history this spring. Spend time with a naturalist one Saturday each month exploring spectacular seasonal phenomena including fireflies, vernal pools, and the migration of salamanders and songbirds. For Adults. Cost: $54 Members, $60 Non-members Link to register.

VENTFORT HALL MARCH GHOST TOUR
Lenox, 7 pm

Join Robert Oakes, author of "Ghosts of the Berkshires," will lead tours through the rooms and halls of the historic estate sharing tales of its alleged hauntings. . For reservations, click here

UNDER THE NIGHT SKY WITH KEVIN COLLINS
Lanesborough, 7 to 8 pm

Explore the wonders of the New England sky with long-time DCR and Bascom Lodge presenter, Kevin Collins and his planetarium projector! During this engaging indoor program,

you can expect to learn about star hopping and marvel at various celestial objects while delving into fascinating topics such as astronomy, physics, and a touch of mythology. Meet

at Mt Greylock Visitor Center in Lanesborough.

LENOX CONTRA DANCE
Lenox, 7:15 - 10:30 p.m.

Our next dance will be on Saturday, April 18th, with music by The Star Charters: Cecilia Vacanti (fiddle), Jess Newman (fiddle) and Mark Price (guitar) with Dereck Kalish calling. Roles will be larks and robins.

Come join us contra dancing to live music. We have a different band and caller each month. Dances are held on Third Saturday nights in Lenox, Massachusetts in the Lenox Community Center, at 65 Walker Street. Experience the pleasure of dancing on a beautiful wood floor, in a high-ceiling second floor accessible ballroom with a raised stage.

Admission is $12-15 for adults and $8-10 for students. New Dancers - 2nd dance free!

Dances begin with a 15 minute beginner introduction at 7:15 followed by dancing from 7:30 to 10:30. Refreshments are offered during the social break from dancing.

All the dances are taught. No partner necessary. Come alone or bring friends.

Dancing and laughter are better shared, viruses not so much.
If you are feeling ill, please stay home and take care of yourself.
We'll be happy to see you at the next dance.

GET FIT WITH TODD
Great Barrington, 7:30 to 9 am

Six week fitness class at Berkshire South Regional Community Center led by personal fitness trainer Todd DiMario. Participants will meet twice a week for a 1-hr fitness class on Tuesdays, with an added 30 minutes of open gym time or specialized clinic on Saturday mornings. Berkshire South Members: $120 Guests: $150

HOFFMANN BIRD CLUB: BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS IN LENOX
Pittsfield, 9:00am - 12:00pm

This introductory session covers essential bird identification tools and strategies before moving to an accessible 0.6-mile walk on the Parsons Marsh trail. The workshop is specifically designed for beginners and offers loaner binoculars for those who do not have their own. Attendance is limited to eight participants, and an advance RSVP is required via the Hoffmann Bird Club website.

HOFFMANN BIRD CLUB: BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS IN LENOX
Pittsfield, 9:00am - 12:00pm

This introductory workshop teaches beginners basic bird identification strategies and environmental connection techniques followed by a guided 0.6-mile walk on an accessible gravel and boardwalk trail. Participants should bring sturdy shoes and water, though binoculars are available for those who do not have their own. Space is limited to eight attendees and requires an advance RSVP through the Hoffmann Bird Club website.

SUNDAY - APRIL 19, 2026

DISCOVER GREYLOCK FAMILY FRIENDLY EARTHWALK
Lanesborough, 1 to 3 pm

For all ages. Enjoy a guided, easy- moderate, one to 2 mile, family-friendly field and forest walk. Look for signs of wildlife, explore seasonal changes in the forest. Dress for variable weather. Trails may be muddy. Bring water and snack. Meet at the Mt Greylock Visitor Center

in Lanesborough. Inclement weather cancels.

EL ILUMINADO: A MYSTERY OF SANTA FE WITH ILAN STAVANS
Amherst, 2:00pm

At the Yiddish Book Center

The graphic novel, El Iluminado, tells the story of a secret history of religion in the Americas, showing how thousands of European refugees have left a trail of ghostly footprints—and troves of mysteries—across the American Southwest. Author and cultural critic Ilan Stavans will talk about the book and the newly released paperback edition, which includes a new afterword recounting the amazing events that occurred after the original publication, including the real-life discovery of the long-lost memoir of Luis de Carvajal and its restoration to Mexico.

CLARK ART: PERFORMING ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE CONCERT
Williamstown, 3 pm

Artistic directors Jeewon Park and Edward Arron are joined by guest collaborators for an afternoon of musical masterworks in the Michael Conforti Pavilion. The program is supported by the Sea Island Foundation and features a variety of classical compositions. Tickets are required, though available at no cost for college students.

HOFFMANN BIRD CLUB: SPRING BIRDING IN THE NORTHERN BERKSHIRES
Williamstown, 7:30am - 10:30am

Participants will visit three to four birding hotspots in Williamstown to observe arriving spring migrants via easy to moderate walks on grass, gravel, or roadsides. The group will meet at the Williamstown Public Library at the intersection of Routes 2 and 7 before departing for the local sites. For more information on the itinerary and club activities, visit the Hoffmann Bird Club website.

MONDAY - APRIL 20, 2026

CLARK ART INVITES PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA, CAREGIVERS FOR GALLERY TALK
Williamstown, 1 to 4 pm

The Clark Art Institute offers Meet Me at the Clark, a free gallery talk program designed specifically for people living with dementia and their care partners. Advance registration required. Capacity is limited. For accessibility questions or to register, call the Education Department at 413 458 0563.

TUESDAY - APRIL 21, 2026

GEOCACHING 101,
Adams, 1 to 2:30 pm

For all ages. Looking for a fun way to engage your tech-savvy kids with the natural world? This outdoor activity combines hiking with a tech-aided treasure hunt. Beginners welcome!

No experience necessary. To participate fully download the free geocaching.com app Dress appropriately for variable weather. Trails may be muddy. Bring water and a snack.

NOTE: This event will be held at the Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, 165 Gould Road, in Adams.

BABY & TODDLER PLAYGROUP AND CAREGIVER CONNECTION
Becket, 10-11 a.m.

A casual drop-in group at the Becket Athenaeum where parents/caregivers can connect, share, and feel supported, alongside movement, stories, and play for babies and toddlers. Coffee and tea for adults, snacks for kids provided. RSVP Appreciated. In collaboration with the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement program, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.

GET FIT WITH TODD
Great Barrington, 5:30 to 6 pm

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.

GET FIT WITH TODD
Great Barrington, 7:30 to 9 am

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