 Berkshire Music School Benefit Concert at the Adams TheaterSamirah Evans and Nate Martel to perform at the Adams Theater in benefit of the music school.  Clark Art First Free Sunday Program on Dec. 7In celebration of Hugh Hayden's sculpture, the End, December's First Sunday Free theme is "Beasts and Bones."  Dalton Police Accepting Letters to North PoleEvery year, officers and department staff become Santa's elves through the "Letters from Santa" and "Santa for Seniors" projects. Williamstown Community Preservation Talks Hard Deadline, Potential Surcharge HikeIn assessing need, the key question will be whether the project could be undertaken without CPA funding, if none was available.  Veteran Spotlight: Army Lt. Col. David PuppoloDavid Puppolo served his country in the Army from 1985 to 2006, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. Governor Appoints New Members of MassVentures Board of DirectorsLeaders from law, government relations, biotech, and the startup ecosystem strengthen Board during pivotal growth period for Massachusetts innovation economy BRTA Extends Senior Rural Fare-Free Rides, Gives Employees BonusSome $14,000 of the grant will go toward making non-ADA rides fare free starting in December and going through June. RMV: Beware of Scam TextsRMV cautions public to beware of scam texts stating money is owed for motor vehicle violations Clark Art Participates in Williamstown's Holiday Walk WeekendThe Clark Art Institute joins in the community-wide celebration of the holidays during Williamstown's 42nd Annual Holiday Walk Weekend, held the first weekend in December.  Williamstown Chamber Launching Coupon InitiativeThe Williamstown Chamber of Commerce reflected on this past year's success and the launch of a new coupon sales promotion at its annual meeting last week at Greylock Works. Berkshire County Development Alliance Winter Networking MixerConnect with fellow development professionals, volunteers, and community members from across Berkshire County.  Local High School Football Officials Head to Gillette StadiumThe Berkshire County Football Officials Association is pleased to announce a crew of eight of its members will work one of eight state championship games at Gillette Stadium this week. Berkshire Botanical Garden Presents Holiday MarketplaceThe festivities begin Friday evening, Dec. 5, in BBG's Center House from 5 to 7 p.m. The party includes early wreath-buying opportunities, live music, hors d'oeuvres and a raw bar, and festive libations.  Festival of Trees at Hancock Shaker VillageThe origins of the Berkshire Museum's Festival of Trees event was founded on collaboration, and this year, thanks to a partnership with Hancock Shaker Village, this sentiment has come full circle.  Snow Angel Volunteers Needed in Pittsfield This WinterThe city created this program to help community members who have difficulty cleaning up sidewalks after a big snowstorm. Governor Declares Nov. 28 As 'Green Friday'Massachusetts is home to 459 Christmas tree farms, which operate on nearly 3,000 acres of land and contribute more than $4.5 million to the local economy every year. Weekend Outlook: Holiday CheerBerkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including holiday concerts, Santa meet and greets, and some Chritsmas tree lightings. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here. Pittsfield Issues Road Cut MoratoriumThe road cut moratorium is implemented each winter to keep roads clear of construction work during snow events and to limit the cuts in roads that are filled with temporary patches while hot mix asphalt material is unavailable. Holiday Wreath Art Auction to Benefit Pittsfield Food PantriesApproximately 50 wreaths will be on display during this ticketed event. North Adams City Council Hears From Berkshire Food ProjectMore people are seeking food and warmth and social connectedness — and that's been reflected in the Berkshire Food Project's numbers.  Williamstown Select Board Asked to Consider Fireworks BanHarsch gave the board documents outlining some of that science with links to articles he found in his research on the topic.  Hundreds Raise Tens of Thousands of Dollars for Food Pantries at Thankful 5KDalton's Alexander White won the event going away with a time of 16 minutes, 12.56 seconds and 5:13 mile pace. He finished 40 seconds ahead of runner-up Towsend Roussin of West Roxbury.  The Wild Turkey's Contribution to ThanksgivingNorth America's native wild turkeys were the ancestors of the Thanksgiving turkey on our dinner table.  Happy Thanksgiving from iBerkshires.comThank you to all our readers. We hope that you will have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day. Dalton Announces New Supplier for Energy ProgramBeginning with the January 2026 meter reads, the Dalton Community Choice Power Supply Program will have a new rate of $0.13042 per kWh. |
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