6th Berkshires Arts Festival

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The 6th Berkshires Arts Festival hosts a wide range of fine art and fine crafts that will be on sale in a variety of styles from classic to contemporary; functional to fanciful and all on display in a lush summer setting. All 175 artists are jury selected. Live demonstrations, live music and entertainment, gourmet food and activities for children. The show is held rain or shine under tents outdoors as well as in the air-conditioned lodge. This year's highlights include the new Adirondack Style Tent – featuring superbly refined rustic furnishings by many of the top masters of the Adirondack Style. Meet Bim Willow author of Making Gypsy Willow Furniture. His daily workshops and classes are a must see as he first builds his pieces then offers the opportunity for you to build your own. Patrons will make a project of their choice – such as Birdhouse Bench, Birdhouse Chair, Arbor, Potting Bench, Loveseat or a Sculpture There is a nominal fee, depending on the complexity of the piece. - For more info, visit BimWillow.com James Mellick will be showcasing his intriguing, whimsical and captivating dog sculptures. There will also be a rare and engaging performance by this accomplished singer, songwriter and storyteller – fun for people of all ages. - For more info, visit JamesMellick.com Berkshires Arts Festival has become the event of the day for July 4ht holiday and a Berkshire tradition attracting thousands of art lovers who come to the Berkshires for theater, dance, music and art. Producers Richard and Joanna Rothbard are the owners of An American Craftsmen galleries in Manhattan and Stockbridge MA. and the producers of many fine art fairs. Richard is an accomplished craftsman who works in wood. His amazing as well as intriguing puzzle boxes which he refers to as Boxology, will also be on display. For more info on the 6th Berkshires Arts Festival, visit berkshiresartsfestival.com Where: Ski Butternut Ski Basin Route 23, Great Barrington , MA A delightful and scenic backdrop perfect for this high quality juried arts event. When: July 6th, Friday – 10am – 6pm July 7th, Saturday - 10am – 6pm July 8th, Sunday - 10am – 5:00pm Admission: Adults- $10, Seniors - $9, Students - $5, Groups of 25 or more - $7, Weekend pass - $13, Children Under 10 Admitted FREE Plenty of Free parking available.
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Pittsfield Man Facing Charges in Hit-and-Run

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A city man is facing charges in Vermont related to a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian. 
 
The Bennington (Vt.) Banner reports that Nelsin Martin, 21, is facing a felony charge in the May 8 incident. He could face up to 15 years behind bars if found guilty.
 
The crash occurred on Route 7 near the intersection with Route 346 at about 6:38 a.m. A witness and video from a Pownal school bus indicated that two vehicles were driving south down the highway nearly side by side at an excessive speed. The witness said they appeared to be racing, according to the Banner. A third vehicle was mentioned by it was not clear if it was involved. 
 
The pedestrian, 37-year-old Adrienne Formel of Pownal, was struck by the vehicle in the far right lane, which was either trying to pass in the breakdown lane or was "bumped" by another vehicle, according to witnesses.  
 
The victim was taken to Albany (N.Y.) Medical Center with life-threatening injuries, including a broken arm, and had to have her right leg amputated. 
 
Vermont State Police identified two vehicles, a white Chevrolet Silverado and a white Volkswagen sedan, which both fled the scene south into Massachusetts and were last seen on North Hoosac Road in Williamstown. By the end of the day, they had identified both the vehicles and the drivers. 
 
Martin is expected to be arraigned next week. 
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