Lenox Library Association Appoints Development Director

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LENOX, Mass. — The Board of Trustees of the Lenox Library Association announces their appointment of Maria Lynch as the Association's new Director of Development. 
 
This position will play a critical role in fulfilling the Association's mission of supporting the Lenox Library through fundraising efforts required to underwrite the Library's many programs and material collections.
 
"We are excited to work with Maria to strengthen our community relationships and to keep the Lenox Library Association – and our beloved town – strong and vital," said Edward Richter, President of the Lenox Library Association's Board of Trustees.
 
Prior to joining the Lenox Library Association, Lynch held several positions at the Stockbridge Library, Museum & Archives in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, including marketing coordinator, interim-co-director, and most recently, development and marketing associate. During her time in Stockbridge, she led the research and implementation of new donor software, as well as refreshed the fundraising efforts through annual appeals, events, and grants. Lynch's early career background includes public relations, development, and marketing and sales for large retail corporations.
 
The Lenox Library Association, a not-for-profit charitable organization, is responsible for raising funds to maintain and enhance the Lenox Library collections, programs, and resources. For more information visit https://lenoxlib.org/

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Ventfort Hall Presents: A Cozy Evening For Children

LENOX, Mass. — On Dec. 15, Ventfort Hall will host a Children's Evening Story Hour the story hour will feature books: "The Hat" by Jan Brett, "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats, and "Katy and the Big Snow" by Virginia Lee Burton.

The event, that starts at 5:30 p.m., features classic winter stories, hot cocoa, snacks, and activities. 

Attendees are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring blankets to the mansion library. Allergy-friendly food options are welcome if brought from home.

On Dec. 29, the story hour will feature these books: "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats, "The Mitten," by Jan Brett, "Polar Express," by Chris Van Allsburg, and "The Tomten," by Astrid Lingren

Ventfort Hall intern, Sarah Briggs, organized the event. Briggs is a local to Berkshire County and currently a senior at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, interning at Ventfort Hall this semester. She is an Arts Management major and Art History minor, pursuing a career in museum programming and education. 

Admission to the reading is free, but reservations are required and limited to 40 total attendees. All children must be supervised by a parent or guardian for the entirety of the evening. Reserve at https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or call us at (413) 637-3206.

Ventfort Hall is decorated for the holidays. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. The historical mansion is located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox.

 

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