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The annual 10X10 Festival starts its wrap up of events with fireworks starting at 6 p.m. on First Street.

Weekend Outlook

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
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Berkshire County is having a variety of events this weekend including fireworks, a festival, concerts, and more. 
 
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10×10 Festival
Pittsfield
Time: various
 
The annual 10x10 Festival continues this week to celebrate the winter season. 
 
This weekend's festivities include fireworks, dance performances, beer releases, art exhibits, live music, and more. 
 
More information here
 
Friday
 
Jacob’s Pillow: CONTRA-TIEMPO Performance
Zion Lutheran Church, Pittsfield
Time: 6 p.m. 
 
CONTRA-TIEMPO’s latest work, "azúcar!," will be performed. Founding Artistic Director Alvarez and twenty artists and collaborators from across the country, will explore the themes of sugar, African-Latina ancestral technologies and dance, music and healing as community practices.
 
More information here
 
Free Ski Day 
Berkshire East Mountain Resort, Charlemont
Time: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 
 
L.L.Bean is sponsoring a day of free winter activities including guided snowshoe outings, s'mores, skiing, and more. Mountain capacity is limited so book your free lift ticket online.
 
More information here
 
Candle Magic Workshop
Witch Slapped, Pittsfield
Time: noon to 4 p.m.
 
Witch Slapped is partnering with Soma's Aromas to teach kids to decorate Soma's scented candles. This event is free. More information here
 
The Just-N-Kace Band
Dalton American Legion
Time: 7 to 10 p.m. 
 
Dance music, Rock and Roll and Country for all occasions band Just-N-Kace will be performing. There is a $5 cover charge. More information here
 
Saturday 
 
10 Minutes of Fireworks
The Common, Pittsfield
Time: around 6 p.m.
 
The annual 10X10 Festival starts its wrap up of events with fireworks starting at 6 p.m. on First Street. 
 
They will be launched at The Common so the park will be closed during this time. Viewing areas will be available in the First Street Municipal Lot.
 
More information here
 
Saturday Night Dance Party
Methuselah Bar and Lounge, Pittsfield
Time: 9 p.m. 
 
Dance the night away during a dance party featuring remixed classic songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and today, brought to you by Methuselah and Pup Daddy Productions. More information here
 
Ghost Tours at Ventfort Hall 
Ventfort Hall, Lenox
Time: 8 to 10 p.m. 
 
There will be a Ghost Tour with "Ghosts of the Berkshires" author Robert Oakes.
 
Oakes will lead guests through the rooms and halls of the estate sharing tales of its hauntings.
 
"Stand in the places where the encounters occurred, listen to the first-hand accounts of those who experienced them, and maybe even experience something unusual yourself. This is not an active investigation," according to the press release.
 
Admission is $30 and the minimum age to attend is age 12. Reservations are required. Purchase tickets here.
 
Please note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. 
 
Sunday 
 
Sunday Breakfast 
American Legion Post 160 Adams
Time: 8 to 11 a.m. 
 
Breakfast will include pancakes, eggs, potatoes, bacon, coffee, water, and juice. The cost is $10 for Adults, $8 for children under 12. More information here
 
BREAK Stories
Dottie's Coffee Lounge, Pittsfield
Time: 7 p.m. 
 
Local nonprofit WordXWord is holding a story sharing event centered around the theme "Break." 
 
This free event will feature a range of true, first-person stories that are told, not read. 
 
Tell your story by registering here. Spots are limited. 
 
My Greylock Visitor Center Scavenger Hunt 
Mount Greylock Visitor Center, Lanesborough
Time: 10 to 3 p.m. 
 
Visit Mount Greylock Visitor Center for a self guided indoor scavenger hunt. The scavenger hunt hand-outs are available at the lobby desk.
 
More information here
 
King Lear Broadcast
The Clark Art Institute, Williamstown
 
The Clark will be screening a recording of King Lear, filmed live from London National Theater. Tickets are priced at $18, $16 for members, $14 for students, and $5 for children 15 and under. Advance registration is required due to limited capacity, and no refunds will be issued.
 
More information here

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Afternoon Arrival Estimated for Harris on Saturday

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to arrive in Pittsfield early Saturday afternoon, according to emerging information about the campaign event.

Gov. Maura Healey will greet her at Westfield-Barnes Airport around 12:30 p.m. The Pittsfield event is expected to start around 1:30 p.m.

"Please be advised that due to a special event occurring in the downtown area, we ask the public to follow all posted detours between 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 27," a press release from the city reads.

"Drivers should also expect delays downtown and should consider alternate routes. Parking restrictions will also be in place. Residents, visitors and event attendees should keep these temporary closures in mind when traveling."

Harris was scheduled for the sold-out event in downtown Pittsfield before being suddenly elevated to presidential candidate on Sunday. The original Biden-Harris fundraiser is now a Harris fundraiser but it was unclear if she would continue with her scheduled appearances.

Tickets sold out almost immediately, ranging from $100 to thousands of dollars.

"For security purposes," event details have not been disclosed such as the time and location.  It is assumed to occur at the Colonial Theatre based on a seating chart in the Eventbrite ticket link though, a representative from the theater last week denied knowledge of the event — then directed the caller to the Eventbrite link.

Josh Landes, WAMC's Berkshire bureau chief, has confirmed that he will be at the event and posted details to social media on Friday.

"We expect the program [at the Colonial Theatre] to begin at approximately 1:20 p.m. ET and for the show to conclude at 2:40 p.m. ET," the post reads.

"The program will include remarks from Senator Elizabeth Warren, Senator Ed Markey, Congressman Richie Neal, Fmr. Governor Deval Patrick and Heather Cox Richardson as well as performances by James Taylor, Yo-Yo Ma, and Emanuel Ax. Concessions will be available for purchase at the venue."

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