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Fall Foliage Parade Theme Announced

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — 1Berkshire announced  that the 68th Annual Fall Foliage Parade's theme will be "Berk du Soleil - The Greatest Show in North Berkshire."
 
According to a press release: 
 
Whether you're a lover of the surreal, a seeker of the incredible, or simply a dreamer at heart, come and witness the breathtaking feats of our talented parade participants.  The Parade Committee encourages children of all ages to embrace their artistic wonder and creativity to participate in this year's parade. Don your most whimsical attire and join us for a day of wonder! There are a variety of ways to get involved including, but not limited to signing up to have a float, entering a band/music unit, marching unit, veterans unit, or public safety unit or volunteering on the parade committee. A world of magic awaits - we'll see you there.
 
The Parade is scheduled for Sunday, October 6, 2024 when it will once again travel through downtown North Adams beginning at 1:00 PM. 
 
There are a variety of parade sponsorship opportunities for those interested in supporting the Fall Foliage Parade Committee. Questions or comments about the Fall Foliage Parade can be directed to Christine Hoyt  at choyt@1berkshire.com.  More information about becoming involved in the parade can be found on https://1berkshire.com/events/fall-foliage-parade/

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Retiring Superintendent Named to North Adams' Women's Hall of Fame

By Tammy Daniels iBerkshires Staff
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Superintendent Barbara Malkas last week was inducted into the Women's History Hall of Fame in North Adams. 
 
The honor was established several years ago by Mayor Jennifer A. Macksey to recognize women who have played important roles in the city's history. 
 
At the end of last week's School Committee meeting, Macksey asked if anyone knew who Julia Dewey was. 
 
"No? She was the first female superintendent that served from 1893 to 1895 and another fun fact, did you know that Dr. Barbara Malkas is the second female superintendent serving from 2016 to now," the mayor said.
 
Malkas, who is retiring at the end of the school year, "is a true testament of a community leader for her stewardship and volunteer work within the city and beyond," said Macksey.
 
She listed the awards the superintendent has been presented, including the Against the Tide Award from the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition, of which Malkas is president, Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents' 2019 President's Award for Outstanding Contribution to Education, the Unsung Heroine Award during COVID-19, Commonwealth Superintendent of the Year in 2024, and the Zonta Club of Berkshire County award for building a better work for women and girls.
 
"Dr. Malkas, you've been a mentor, a trusted colleague and a friend to many of us over the years," said the mayor. "I see it most fitting as you prepare for your retirement to honor you for your unwavering commitment to education, to our students in this great city of North Adams. ... 
 
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