 Additional HR Staff, Streamlined Investigations Recommended for Pittsfield SchoolsOn Wednesday, the School Committee received a presentation from the Collins Center for Public Management, which was contracted to review the district’s HR, hiring, and retention processes.  Gypsy Layne Hosts Grand Finale Nights at the Adams Theater, The FoundryThese last show-stopping spectaculars kick off at 7:30 p.m. on both nights. WCMA Hosts community Forum on Mass Timber Structure of New Museum Building ProjectAs the first purpose-built home for the Williams College Museum of Art takes shape, this forum invites students, faculty, professionals, and the wider community to learn about design and engineering innovations driving the project forward.  Ventfort Hall Intro Tarot Card Reading WorkshopThe instructor, Chelsea Gaia, is the Director of Programming & Events at Ventfort Hall. She has been a student of Tarot for 25 years.  Adams Theater Presents 'Feral' by Sandglass TheaterWhile in Adams, Sandglass Theater will also present a puppetry workshop from 11am-1pm Oct. 19. BCC to Hold Annual Harvest RunRegistration open for 5K trail run; high school invitational new this year  Alison Felix Remembered at Drury High SchoolThe Drury High School girls soccer community came together Saturday morning to remember Alison Felix, a multi-sport standout and member of the school’s Class of 2020 who died last December in an automobile accident.  Clark Art Airs Production of 'La Sonnambula'This award-winning series of live, high-definition cinema simulcasts features the full live performance along with backstage interviews and commentary. The Clark broadcasts the opera in its Manton Research Center auditorium. Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System: Oct. 14-17Water mains will continue to be flushed through hydrants over the next several weeks to remove accumulations of pipeline corrosion products. This biannual process occurs twice a year, typically in the spring and the fall. New Mount Greylock Handbook Outlines Restorative Practices for DisciplineIn conjunction with consultants from the Chicago-based non-profit The Equity Imperative, the district last year began a process of categorizing "disruptive or harmful behavior," outlining the district’s responses and specifying how families will be notified.  North Adams Council Will Wait for Outcome of Nip Bottle ProgramA privately sponsored redemption initiative for nip bottles has the Public Safety Committee postponing any recommendations on a ban. Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct. 14-17The schedule and locations are subject to change based upon weather. On-street parking, for the above streets, is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m.- 6 p.m. Dalton's Just for Kicks Soccer Tourney Draws Hundreds of PlayersThe Community Recreation Association’s 29th annual Just for Kicks Soccer Tournament at Wahconah High School and Nessacus Middle School drew 67 teams from across Western Massachusetts, competing in U10, U12, and U14 divisions, showcasing some great soccer BCC Names Two to Board of TrusteesThe board is composed of area residents appointed by the governor of Massachusetts. Northern Berkshire Housing Resource FairThis event is free and open to all in the Northern Berkshire area. Community Pitches in on CRA Gym RenovationNew "Dan McMahon Court" to Open in November Berkshire Family-Friendly Outings for FallThese events and activities won't send chills down your spine, but are sure to put you in the fall spirit. Central Berkshire Earns Recognition for Student GainsSuperintendent Michael Henault and Assistant Superintendent Aaron Robb joined state education leaders and fellow honorees at a celebration held on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at Ottoson Middle School in Arlington during the official release of the 2025 MCAS and Accountability data. Pittsfield School Building Committee Preps for Crosby/Conte Feasibility StudyLast week, members mapped out a path forward as the city approaches a possible feasibility study for a rebuild of Crosby Elementary School and Conte Community School on the West Street site. Frightastic Halloween Event for AdultsFor those who dare, here are some of the haunted attractions this season. Leave your kids at home and crawl through the area's scariest haunted events.  Abbott Memorial Students Learn Fire Safety Through Burn DemonstrationStudents from Abbott Memorial School received an up-close lesson in fire safety Thursday during a field trip to the fire station, where they met with local firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and State Police for a live, hands-on demonstration. RMV Announces Driver's Education to Transition Back to In-Person FormatResearch supports that in-person learning fosters better engagement and learning outcomes 'No Kings 2.0' Will Likely Draw Thousands to Berkshire CountyRallies are planned across the nation on Oct. 18 to protest actions by the Trump administration.  Pittsfield ConCom Mulls Pontoosuc Access PlanConversation about balancing bank stabilization with shoreline access at Pontoosuc Lake Park continues. Clark Art Hosts The Met: Live in HDUnless otherwise noted, the Clark broadcasts the operas on select Saturdays at 1 pm in its Manton Research Center auditorium. |
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