CHP to Host Virtual Book Discussion on 'Anti-Diet'

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Community Health Programs (CHP) Berkshires Size-Inclusive Care team will host a free Zoom book discussion on "Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating" by Christy Harrison. 
 
The event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at 7 p.m.
 
The book, described as a critique of diet culture, examines the impacts of weight stigma, weight cycling, and the challenges of achieving lasting change through diets. Annie Schwartz, nutritionist and co-coordinator of CHP's Size-Inclusive Care initiative, noted the timeliness of the discussion amidst ongoing debates about diet culture and weight-loss strategies, including GLP-1 medications.
 
Participants can register online at chpberkshires.org/anti-diet to receive Zoom login details.

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MassDOT: Becket, West Stockbridge Construction Operations

WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing construction operations on I-90 eastbound and westbound for bridge painting. 
 
The work will take place during the following scheduled hours:
 
Becket
Bridge painting will occur on I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 18.4, utilizing lane closures, from Monday, Feb. 10, through Friday, Feb. 14, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. 
 
West Stockbridge
Bridge painting will occur on I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 1.3, utilizing lane closures, on Thursday, Feb. 13, and Friday, Feb. 14, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. 
 
Drivers traveling through these areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. 
 
Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work areas. 
 
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