EPOCH to host summer dance series continues, reception for artist Emily Abramovich

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. - The last session in EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne’s Summer Dance Series will be on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 3 p.m. Thanks to the popularity and diverse dance interests of those who attended previous dance sessions, Chris Hookie from CM Dance and Company will run an open studio session.

All skill levels are welcome to join the fun. Don’t worry if you don’t have a partner, just bring comfortable shoes and EPOCH will provide the rest. EPOCH is located at 140 Melbourne Road.

EPOCH’s Summer Dance Series lessons are free and open to the public, but a reservation is required. To request a reservation or for more information, call 413-499-1992.

EPOCH to host reception for artist Emily Abramovich


PITTSFIELD, Mass. - EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will host a cocktail reception for local artist Emily Abramovich on Thursday, Aug. 20, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Light hors d’oeuvres will also be served. EPOCH is located at 140 Melbourne Road.

Abramovich created a genealogical collage from old family photographs and documents. Her one-piece exhibit will be on display in EPOCH’s galley through the month of August. The galley will be open to the public Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

The reception celebrating Abramovich’s work is free and open to the public. For more information or to request a reservation call 413-499-1992.
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Weekend Outlook: Juneteenth and Pride Celebration

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

Check out the events happening this weekend including parades, parties and celebrations.

Editor's Choices

10th Annual Berkshire Pride Festival and Parade
The Common Park, Pittsfield
Time: Saturday, 11 a.m.

The 10th annual pride parade and festival with fun games, performances, food, and more.

More information here.

Berkshire Mountain Faerie Festival
Bowe Field, Adams
Time: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Visit the faerie realm in the Berkshires with food, music, activities, dancing and more. Tickets are sold at the gate for $12 and $5 for kids 12 and under.

More information here.

Juneteenth Celebration
Durant Park, Pittsfield
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

March to the park starts at City Hall, followed by music, dance, food, history and more hosted by NAACP Berkshires. The event is free and open to everyone.

Find a full schedule of the day's events here.

Friday 

Switch and Snacks: Teen Programming
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield
Time: 2:30 p.m.

Teens are invited to bring their Nintendo Switches; there also will be multiple games and snacks for kids to enjoy and have fun.

More information here.

Common Craft Night
165 East Main St., North Adams
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

Bring your craft and work with other people that might be doing the same thing as you.

More information here.

Friday Karaoke 
Dalton American Legion
Time: 6 to 11 p.m.

Belt out some of your favorite tunes and show off your voice.

More information here.

Wine Parlor & Bites
Revival House, Adams
Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.
 
The Revival House on Commercial Street is hosting chef Xavier Jones for a popup restaurant on Fridays and Saturdays in June. Limited menu; $5 reservation includes beverage. 
 
More information here

Saturday 

UNO Block Party
UNO Community Center, North Adams
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.

The annual neighborhood block party features music, games, food, and more activities to enjoy.

More information here.

Stacy Schiff on Samuel Adams
Adams Theater, Park Street
Time: 4 p.m.
 
In conversation with Sara Houghteling, Pulitzer Prize-winner Stacy Schiff will explore the origins of the American Revolution as detailed in her latest work, "The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams," for whom the town is named. Schiff is an Adams native and Williams College graduate. 
 
Tickets and more information here

Scenic Summer Tours
Mount Greylock, Adams
Time: 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Enjoy a free tour with a park interpreter to learn about Mount Greylock's history and more that make the Summit popular.

More information here.

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