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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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Dalton Fire Makes Quick Work of Gasoline Fire

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
DALTON, Mass. — Firefighters made quick work of a fire that started in a garage on Main Street on Thursday at about 4:30 p.m. 
 
Fire Chief Chris Cachat said the occupant was working on some motorcycles and "gasoline spilled, and there was a space heater that ignited."
 
It was going to be ruled as accidental, he said. 
 
All the occupants were accounted for and one cat was rescued. He said there should be no problem with the occupants getting back into the house once the electrical inspector clears the 
 
"The crews did a great job," the chief said, adding the late afternoon provided for more hands. "Perfect time of day to have something like this happen. We were able to get in here, get it knocked down."
 
The Fire Department was supported by police, Hinsdale, Windsor and Pittsfield fire departments, County Ambulance, the Water Department and Eversource.
 
Main Street was closed from Weston to Depot street for about an hour and half. 
 
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