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Cultural Pittsfield This Week: March 27-April 2

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March 27 - April 2, 2020
This week, while we all do what we can to stop the spread of Covid-19, Cultural Pittsfield would like to offer you this useful guide. It is by no means exhaustive, and hours and offerings are subject to change. Please call businesses directly for up-to-the-minute info. Thank you!
 
  RESOURCES
 
Please visit the City of Pittsfield's COVID-19 (Coronavirus) webpage for updates and helpful resources. 1Berkshire has also compiled a list of online sites where you can find information on a number of topics.
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  TAKEOUT & DELIVERY
Here are some of the Pittsfield restaurants currently offering takeout, delivery, and/or curbside pickup. Please check their websites for special menus, hours and updates. Visit the 1Berkshire website for a list of all takeout options throughout Berkshire County.
  FAMILY FRIENDLY
In the wake of the closure of Pittsfield public schools, the school district is providing "grab-and-go" breakfast and lunch packages for children, available from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the following sites: Conte School at 200 W. Union St.; Morningside Community School at 100 Burbank St.; Dower Square Housing Village at 253 Wahconah St.; Berkshire Family YMCA at 292 North St.; Wilson Park Housing on Memorial Dr.The Boys & Girls Club at 16 Melville St.; Brattlebrook Apartments on April Lane; and Berkshire Peak Apartments at 340 West St. 
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  ONLINE CLASSES
 
Radiance Yoga is now offering online classes through Namastream. Click through to find out how to create an account and get 15 free days of on-demand yoga, barre, fitness and meditation classes.
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Online Classes from Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness Online Music Classes with Wes Buckley Online Art Tutorials with IS183 Art School | Email aimee@gaiaroots.com for Monday Night Online Drumming Classes
  SHOP LOCAL
Carr Hardware is open for business and carries paper products, cleaning supplies, lawn and garden equipment, tools, appliances, and much, much more. Plus, they offer curbside pickup and home delivery. Open Monday- Friday from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Weekend Outlook: Carnival & Free Fishing Weekend

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

Check out the events happening this weekend including free fishing this weekend courtesy of the state, First Fridays, carnival, and more.

Editor's Pick

Lego Flag Build
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield
Time: 10:30 a.m.

Help the library build a giant Lego American flag to be showcased at the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. All ages are welcome to participate and there will be snacks included.

More information here.

First Fridays

First Friday at Five
Downtown Pittsfield
Time: 5 p.m.

Downtown Pittsfield will be alive with activities, including a maker's market and family fun zone on North Street, live music at Persip Park, a dance zone at Dunham Mall, an art walk, and more. 

More information here.

North Adams First Friday
Downtown North Adams
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.

Music, art, and games will fill downtown North Adams for its First Friday event, themed "Celebrate Pride!" 

There will be games, art, special events, and downtown and businesses will have extended hours.

More information here.

Multiple Days

Dalton Carnival
June 3 through 7
Behind the American Legion on Route 9

Enjoy rides, games, food and more. Fireworks will be held Friday and Saturday at dusk.

More information here.

Friday

Switch and Snacks: Teen Programming
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield
Time: 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

The Nintendo Switch at the library will be available to play a variety of games for kids to enjoy with free snacks.

More information here.

Common Craft Night
165 East Main St., North Adams
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.

Bring a craft you have been working on and join others to socialize.

More information here.

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

More information here.

Saturday 

National Trails Day

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