Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including Art Festivals, Comedy Nights, and Jazz Performances.
Lenox Jazz Stroll
Lilac Park, Lenox
The third annual Lenox Jazz Stroll will be taking place this weekend throughout Lenox providing free jazz programming for through Sept. 17.
The programming starts this Thursday, Sept. 15, at Lenox Library with the documentary "The Modern Jazz Quartet: From Residency to Legacy” by George Schuller.
The rest of the week will feature a variety of jazz performances including the Ted Rosenthal Trio, Don Mikkelsen Quartet, Wanda Houston Band, and many more.
1Berkshire and the five Cultural Districts of Berkshire County are in collaboration for a 10-day art festival starting Thursday.
There will be more than 100 events including live performances, poetry readings, online crafting classes, and more throughout Great Barrington, Lenox, North Adams, Pittsfield and Williamstown.
The library is hosting a Curiosity Day this Saturday, Sept. 17, at 10:30 a.m.
The event will be themed on the book "Dragons Love Tacos" by Adam Rubin. Families will get a free book, make salsa, meet a dragon and a taco, and more.
The Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) Sip, Salsa, & Samba
Crissey Farm, Great Barrington
The Literacy Network of South Berkshire will be hosting a "Sip, Salsa, & Samba" event this Saturday, Sept. 17, at Crissey Farm, located at 426 Stockbridge Road.
The event will feature Latin food, music, and dance in and effort to raise funds that support the organization's free tutoring programs.
Mikalsen, a local artist, is hosting an open studio this weekend, presenting his original sculptures in an effort to start the next phase of his artistic journey.
He hopes to find a new home for his artwork where they can be viewed by a majority of individuals and enhances the viability of the community or business.
The works have been in storage 15 years after Mikalsen turned to painting after his studio closed.
"I will be pleased to show you finished works, works in progress, or discuss potential commissions," he said.
Open Friday from 3 until 6 p.m. at First Congregational Church located at 125 Main St.
The market will feature healthy food and products from a variety of local vendors in an attempt to nourish the community by protecting "local small farms, land, bees, and economy."
Powered by Roots Rising, the market is open every Saturday rain or shine from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. through Oct. 8.
Each week the market will have fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, along with meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods by local vendors. Participants can shop for flowers, and artisan goods while listening to music and participate in family activities.
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Merrill Road Bank Robbed
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Police are seeking a suspect who held up a bank on Wednesday evening.
The robber entered the NBT Bank at 609 Merrill Road shortly before 5 p.m., displayed a firearm and demanded cash. He left with an undisclosed amount of cash and fled. No injuries were reported.
The suspect is believed to be a white man.
Anyone who can provide information or observed any suspicious activity in the area is asked to contact Detective Neil Goodrich at 413-448-9700, Ext. 554. Information can also be provided anonymously via the Tip Line at 413-448-9706, or by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).
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