Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative Announces Networking Event at Ventfort Hall

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LENOX, Mass.— The Berkshire Film & Media Collaborative (BFMC) has announced a networking event scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ventfort Hall in Lenox, Massachusetts.

This event aims to connect filmmakers, technicians, educators, and media professionals in the region to facilitate the exchange of ideas, foster collaborations, and inspire new creative projects.

Diane Pearlman, Executive Director of BFMC, stated that this is the organization's first in-person networking event since the COVID-19 pandemic. She expressed enthusiasm for bringing industry members together and welcomed both experienced professionals and those interested in learning more about the field. Pearlman also noted the partnership with Ventfort Hall, which was featured in the film "The Cider House Rules," as an ideal location for the event.

Admission to the networking event is free, with a limited capacity of 100 guests. Attendees are required to RSVP by May 12 via the Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/berkshire-film-and-media-collaborative-networking-events-are-back-tickets-1319507234659?aff=oddtdtcreator.

Light refreshments will be provided, and a cash bar will be available. Donations will be accepted at the door to support BFMC’s educational programs, including the Your Voice Through Video high school documentary film curriculum.

Further details about the networking event can be found on the Eventbrite link or by contacting BFMC at info@berkshirefilm.org.

The Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative focuses on developing production, workforce, and education initiatives within the film and media industry to contribute to the economic growth of western Massachusetts. More information is available at www.berkshirefilm.org.

Ventfort Hall is located at 104 Walker Street.

 

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December Ghost Tours at Ventfort Hall

LENOX, Mass. — Join Robert Oakes, author of "Ghosts of the Berkshires," who will lead tours through the rooms and halls of the historic estate sharing tales of its alleged hauntings.
 
The tour will take place at 7 pm on Saturday, Dec. 6.
 
This is not an active investigation.
 
Admission is $30 and minimum age to attend is age 12. Reservations are strongly recommended as tickets are limited. Walk-ins accommodated as space allows. For reservations visit https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or call 413-637-3206. Note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Payment is required to make a reservation for an event.
 
Robert Oakes is an author, teacher, storyteller, and performing songwriter. He has written three books, "The Ghostly Tales of the Berkshires" (2023), "Ghosts of Northwestern New Jersey" (2022), and "Ghosts of the Berkshires" (2020), all published by Arcadia Publishing. 
 
Since 2010, Robert has led ghost storytelling experiences at historic locations in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, including Ventfort Hall and Edith Wharton's The Mount. He has also given talks and readings and led a writing workshop at Arrowhead, home of Herman Melville. 
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