Events in the Berkshires this weekend include community clean-up initiatives, plays, nature activities, and more. 

 

Multiple Days

 

Roald Dahl's 'Matilda The Musical JR.'

Colonial Theatre, Pittsfield 

Select Times Friday through Sunday

 

There will be a performance of 'Matilda The Musical JR.,' which follows Matilda, a clever girl who stands up against her cruel parents and tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull. 

 

With her intelligence and bravery, she inspires her classmates and her kindhearted teacher, Miss Honey, to advocate for what’s right.

 

Tickets are $15 and up. More information here. 

 

Daffodil and Tulip Festival

Naumkeag, Stockbridge

April 18 thru May 11 

 

Naumkeag is kicking off its 6th annual Daffodil and Tulip Festival this weekend. 

 

The event will showcase more than 130,000 daffodils, tulips, and minor bulbs across their 8 acres of land. 

 

The 48-acre estate will be decorated with "a variety of blooms, containers, displays and decorations against the backdrop of stunning views of Monument Mountain and the Berkshire Hills," according to the Trustees of Reservations.

 

Mixed bouquets, container plants, and a pre-sale of spring bulbs will be sold at a pop-up shop outside the greenhouse. Food and refreshments will be for sale at the outdoor snack shack. 

 

Admittance to the inside of the house will be permitted for self-guided tours of the first floor and to provide access to the museum's gift shop. 

 

For more information on the festival or to purchase tickets visit here. 

 

Baby Animals 

Hancock Shaker Village, Pittsfield 

Saturday, April 12, through Sunday, May 4.

 

The birds are chirping. The grass is getting greener, and signs of spring are showing — what better way to celebrate that than visiting the baby animals at Hancock Shaker Village.  

 

The village's baby animal festival begins this weekend from 11 until 4. Meet the farm's newest editions including lambs, kids, piglets, calves, and chicks. 

 

Festivalgoers can partake in daily events and activities including daily talks about the farm and the Shakers, craft demonstrations, and more. 

 

More information here. 

 

Friday 

 

Arbor Day Forest Health Walk 

Mount Greylock Visitor Center, Lanesborough

Time: 11 a.m. 

 

It's Arbor Day, and to celebrate there will be a free family-friendly hike focused on forest health and tree identification led by Park Interpreter Mike Whalen and Department of Conservation and Recreation Forest Health Director Nicole Keleher along the Bradley Farm Trail. 

 

Participants should wear appropriate clothing and sturdy boots, as trails may be icy or muddy. The program is open to children aged eight and up, with those under 18 requiring adult supervision. 

 

The hike lasts 90 minutes and will meet at the Visitor Center. Inclement weather will cancel the event. For more information, call 413-499-4262.

 

More information here. 

 

G Rockwell Band Performance 

Studio 9, North Adams 

Time: 7 p.m. 

 

Award-winning multi-instrumentalist and composer G Rockwell and his band will be performing. Tickets range from $20 to $50. More information here. 

 

Bring Your Own Vinyl Night 

Hot Plate Brewing Co., Pittsfield

Time: 7 p.m.

 

DJ Pup Daddy will perform some of his favorite albums and encourages the community to bring their own. 

 

More information here. 

 

Free Macbeth Performance 

North Adams Public Library

Time: 1 p.m.

 

Shakespeare & Company will stop by the library during its Northeast Regional Tour for a free performance of the Scottish play in the third-floor community room. 

 

More information here. 

 

Jazz Crawl 

Various Venues in Pittsfield 

Time: 5 to 11 p.m.

 

As part of Pittsfield’s Jazz Festival, there will be a Jazz Crawl anchoring the opening weekend events and features local artists in restaurants and lounges throughout Pittsfield. 

 

Jazz Crawl schedule here. 

 

Saturday 

 

Park Service Day 

Various Parks in the County 

 

Help clean up Mount Greylock State Reservation, Tolland State Forest, and West Region Headquarters to celebrate Earth Week. 

 

The state Department of Conservation and Recreation invites volunteers to help clean up parks or participate in restorative projects in preparation for spring and summer. 

 

Clean up times: 

More information here. 

 

Paranormal Investigation

Ventfort Hall, Lenox

Time: 7 p.m. 

 

Join David Raby for "A Spirited Evening," a paranormal investigation at historic Ventfort Hall. The event includes a brief history of the hall and sharing of evidence from previous investigations.

 

Tickets are $45 each, with a discounted rate of $25 for ages 12-23 with a student ID. Register here or call 413-637-3206.

 

More information here. 

 

Historic Deerfield Lecture 

Sweetwood, Williamstown

Time: 11 a.m. 

 

John Davis, president of Historic Deerfield, will present a free lecture discussing the local legacy and national significance of Historic Deerfield.

 

More information here. 

 

Women's Self-Defense Class

Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center, Inc., Pittsfield 

Time: 4 to 6 p.m. 

 

There will be a free self-defense class sponsored by the Berkshire County Commission on the Status of Women in light of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. 

 

More information here. 

 

Kilashandra Album Release 

Becket Arts Center 

Time: 7 p.m. 

 

Celtic Jam Band from the northeastern U.S. will be celebrating the release of its new album. Its second album was recorded right on the center’s stage. 

 

Tickets are $20 or $10 for members. Information here. 

 

SheJumps – Hiking Meetup

Cheshire Harbor Trailhead Adams

Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

 

There will be a 7-mile round-trip hike for women and girls, including transgender and cisgender, and non-binary individuals. 

 

The hike features a 2100 ft elevation gain and has a moderate to strenuous difficulty. The hike is expected to take approximately 5 hours, depending on conditions and pace. 

 

More information here. 

 

Spring Salamander and Frog Search

Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Lenox

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

 

Venture into the woods with your family and children to search for spotted salamanders and wood frogs on this cool, moist evening.

 

Tickets range from $7 to $20. More information here. 

 

Ben Kohn Jazz Performance 

Wander Berkshires, Pittsfield 

Time: 7:30 p.m. 

 

Keyboard artist Ben Kohn will appear with his trio and special guests in a cabaret setting for this free performance. 

 

More information here. 

 

CANCELED FOR RAIN

Pittsfield Dog Park Clean Up

Burbank Park, Pittsfield 

Time: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

 

Join the city's Parks Department in cleaning up the dog park. More information here. 

 

Berkshire Music School Community Celebration

36 Linden St., Pittsfield

Time: 6 p.m.

 

Celebrate Berkshire Music School's 85th year with a night of music provided by students, faculty, and alumni at Barrington Stage Company's St. Germain Stage.

 

Tickets range from $25 to $40. More information here. 

 

Sunday

 

Easter Egg Hunt 

Colegrove Park, North Adams

Time: 11:30 to 12:30 

 

First Baptist Church hosts an egg hunt at Colegrove Park on North Church Street featuring crafts, games, and prizes.

 

The field will be divided into two sections to accommodate age groups, walking to age 5 and ages 6 to 12. 

 

More information here. 

 

'Twelve Angry Jurors'

Bennington Theater, Bennington, Vt.

Time: 2 p.m. 

 

The theater at 331 Main St. will stage a preview of its performance of the classic play "Twelve Angry Jurors," which follows a tense jury room, where 12 jurors must decide if a young man is guilty of murder. 

 

More information here.