 Multiple Fundraisers Started for Richmond Street Fire VictimsA week after a Thanksgiving morning fire destroyed an apartment building on Richmond Street, multiple community fundraisers have, combined, raised more than $50,000 for the victims of the fire.  'Two Moms For a Cure' Raising Funds for Carter LaCasseThe holidays can be stressful to anyone but it is especially so for those fighting and supporting loved ones afflicted with childhood cancer.  Pittsfield Community Radio, WTBR To Hold On Air FundraiserThe on-air event will be anchored by former Pittsfield morning radio fixture and current Coordinator of Advancement at WTBR, Bob Heck, and Pittsfield Community Television's Executive Director and Morning Drive host Shawn Serre.  North Adams Runners, Walkers Remember SPC DeMarsicoThis annual event raises funds for the SPC Michael R DeMarsico II Scholarship Fund and honors DeMarsico who was killed in action on Aug. 16, 2012, while serving in Afghanistan.  Adams Theater Making Final Preparations for Benefit ConcertThe mother and son team, Michelle Chen Kuo and Christopher Kuo, is currently touring to raise money for philanthropic and charitable organizations. The duo has raised $1,456,000 for its partners since 2016.  Adams Theater gets $800K Through State ProgramThe theater is currently in the middle of a fundraiser, culminating in a benefit concert by the piano group Two Piano Journey on Nov. 11 Zerbato Wiffle Ball Tournament Set Nov. 5Teams of four will compete against each other in the following age groups: 8-10, 11-13, 14-17 and 18-plus. Prizes of $10 per person and $40 per team will be awarded to the winners of each age group.  Purgatory Road Returns, Funds Bring Kevin Hines to DaltonAttendees will be taken through a "cursed haunted mansion" themed trail in the woods behind the Dalton CRA. The event will run on Oct. 14, 15, and 21 from 7 to 10 p.m. and all proceeds support the Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention.  Coggins Auto Charity Golf Tournament Teed Off for Sunrise BenefitThe first Coggins Auto Group Charity Golf Tournament teed off Friday at Mount Anthony Country Club to raise money for the Sunrise Family Resource Center.  Pittsfield 'Dunks' for Childhood CancerTwo local moms, Christen Simmons and Stephanie Maschino, whose lives were greatly affected by childhood cancer collaborated with local organizations to gather funds for their cause.  Local Gallery, Artists Support Louison HouseThe theme suggests a feeling of belonging — whether it is to a household, a neighborhood, or a town — and how a sense of place can invoke feelings of security and inclusion while lacking that can cause anxiety and a sense of exclusion.  Fundraiser for North Adams Man Gets Boost From Big PapiOn Sunday at the Greylock Community Club, family and friends of North Adams' Jeff Cardinal will hold a party that will double as a fundraiser and an opportunity for Cardinal to meet some of the people who have been supporting him in his fight against cancer.  'Striking Out Cancer' Fundraiser Adds Softball GamePlayers can register for $15 apiece to play in either the baseball or softball game and drop in for as many innings as they'd like for informal, friendly competition on the diamond. Vermont Steak House Fundraiser Dinner ReturnsThe Pinsonneault family and past employees of the former restaurant are hosting the dinner to raise funds for the Cancer Center Community Crusaders, Bennington Turning Point Center and the Vermont Elks' Silver Towers camp for people with disabilities.  Pittsfield Education Foundation's 'Food for Thought' Features BBQThe Pittsfield Education Foundation is again offering "Food for Thought" as a way to raise funds to expand educational opportunities in the Pittsfield Public Schools.  Donations, Meals Being Raised for Burned McCann StudentA meal train has been set up for younger siblings and a raffle for a $500 gift certificate is being held by Hometown Tire Works to benefit the family. Price Chopper/Market 32 Fundraising Program for UkraineThroughout the next five weeks, the supermarket chain will raise money to support World Central Kitchen's food relief efforts in Ukraine to serve meals around the clock in cities across Ukraine and at border crossings with Poland, Romania, Hungary, and Moldova. Share The Love Campaign Exceeds GoalBerkshire Food Project, Louison House, and the Al Nelson Friendship Center Food Pantry will each receive $1,700. First Congregational Church 'Share the Love' on Valentine's DayContributions will benefit the Berkshire Food Project, Louison House, and the Al Nelson Friendship Center Food Pantry. First Congregational Church 'Share the Love' CampaignFor every $100 received, FCCNA will donate $25, up to the goal total of $5,000.  Q&A: Community Group Looking to Reopen Williamstown LandmarkThe Store at Five Corners Stewardship Association is moving forward with plans to purchase and revive the historic store at the junction of Routes 7 and 43.  Adams Animal Rescue to Host Fundraiser for 'Roxy'Roxy, a pit bull mix found sick and malnourished in July by Adams Animal Control, is in better health under the care of Kathy "Skippy" Hynes of animal rescue Got Spots Etc.  Freeman Center's 'Rise For Safety and Justice' Walks Aim to Represent AllThe former "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" event is now "Rise Together For Safety and Justice," a series of smaller fundraising walks throughout Berkshire County to stand against gender-based violence.  Dalton ZBA Denies Special Permit for Halloween FundraiserThe Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday unanimously denied a special permit request for the spooky fundraiser "Purgatory Road" to be held at Berkshire Money Management's property on Main Street. Summer Garden Party Fundraiser at the Bidwell House MuseumTo celebrate 30 seasons of this historic mansion, the Museum is honoring the founders of the Museum Jack Hargis and David Brush and two of the founding Board Members, Bill Brockman and Jack Jefferson. The theme this year is "Hats Off" and attendees are encouraged to wear their best hats. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Bidwell House Museum |
