Guthrie Center Free Instrument Lending Program

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Guthrie Center "Check it Out" musical instrument loan library is designed to serve people of all ages and all instrument experience levels in Berkshire County.
 
The collection offers a variety of instruments from strings to drums to electric keyboards. People can borrow for up to 30 days free of charge. 
 
"Musical instruments should be played, not displayed," said George Laye, Guthrie Center director of development and founder/director of the instrument loan program. "We are excited to imagine that future Beethovens or Beatles might emerge from our program and not fall through the cracks. Whether a beginner or professional, in school or retired, there's an instrument for you."
 
The musical instrument loan program reflects Guthrie Center founder Arlo Guthrie's commitment to meeting the needs of the community and supporting cultural preservation and educational achievement.   
 
Lending Library Hours:
 
Every Wednesday from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
 
First Sunday each month, from 2:00-5:00 p.m.
 
Second Tuesday each month, from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
 
The Guthrie Center is located at 2 Van Deusenville Rd. in Great Barrington.
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MassDOT: Daytime Construction Operations on I-90

BECKET, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing it will be performing daytime bridge painting work and bridge repairs on I-90 eastbound and westbound in the towns of Becket, Blandford, Montgomery, and Russell.

All work is weather dependent and will take place at the following locations and times:

Becket:

  • Bridge painting work will be conducted on I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 20.0 from Monday, Dec. 8, through Friday, Dec. 12, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Blandford:

  • Bridge repairs will be conducted on I-90 westbound at mile marker 26.2 from Monday, Dec. 8, through Friday, Dec. 12, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Montgomery/Russell:

  • Bridge repairs will be conducted on I-90 westbound at mile marker 36.0 on Wednesday, Dec. 10, from 6:00 a.m. to noon.
  • Bridge repairs will be conducted on I-90 eastbound at mile marker 36.0 on Thursday, Dec. 11, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Appropriate signage and law enforcement details will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.

Drivers traveling through the area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.

All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

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