Berkshire Athenaeum Celebrates Release of Dog Man Graphic Novel

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The newest Dog Man graphic novel, "The Scarlet Shedder," comes out in March and the Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, is throwing a "Supa Epic" party to celebrate.
 
The Dog Man Party will kick off with a trivia contest on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 10:30 am. Winners will receive a copy of a Dog Man graphic novel.
 
The event, which ends at noon that day, will also include button making, Dog Man hat making, Petey's secret lab, comic book creation, snacks, a scavenger hunt, and more.
 
"The Dog Man books are incredibly popular," said Youth Services Supervisor, Sara Russell-Scholl. "In 2023 the Dog Man graphic novels were the most checked out titles in all of the Children's Library. The library's Dog Man Party is a chance for Dog Man supa fans to meet with other supa fans as well as a way to encourage a life-long love of reading. Children become engaged and invested when we celebrate the books they love."
 
The Dog Man Party will take place at the Berkshire Athenaeum, One Wendell Ave. Pittsfield, MA 01201. This free event will take place in the Library's Auditorium from 10:30 am to noon
 
Best for families with children ages 6 – 12 and siblings are welcome. Note that children under the age of ten must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.
 
For more information, please email childrens@pittsfieldlibrary.org or call the Berkshire Athenaeum's Children's Library at (413) 499-9480, ext. 5.

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BHS Recognized for Digital Health Achievement

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has announced the results of the 2025 Digital Health Most Wired Survey, an internationally recognized benchmarking program that honors excellence in digitally enabled healthcare. 
 
Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) is proud to announce its Level 8 achievement for both Acute and Ambulatory categories.
 
Among the more than 50,000 facilities represented, BHS ranked in clinical quality and safety, analytics and data management, cybersecurity, population health, infrastructure, patient engagement and innovation. The survey evaluates the adoption maturity, outcomes and value of technology integration across healthcare organizations at all stages of digital maturity – from early phase digitization to advanced transformation.
 
The Digital Health Most Wired survey serves as a comprehensive evaluation and digital maturity report card for healthcare organizations across the globe. As success in digital transformation increasingly influences the quality and accessibility of care, this recognition program reflects the progress of leading healthcare providers as they reshape the future of healthcare. This achievement extends beyond information technology to every area of the enterprise, symbolizing a collective commitment to advancing health and care through strategic digital initiatives.
 
"Berkshire Health Systems has consistently been an early adopter and leader in the utilization of digital technology to improve healthcare quality, safety, security and engagement with our patients across the spectrum of care," said William Young, BHS Chief Information Officer. "I am proud of the incredible commitment of our IT team to excellence in serving our hospitals, practices, and our community."
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