Clark Art Hosts Summer Solstice Festivities

08:25AM / Wednesday, June 18, 2025Print Story | Email Story

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Clark Art Institute celebrates the 2025 Summer Solstice on Saturday, June 21 with a full series of free outdoor activities and "ritual events."

Foraging Walk, 5:30–6:30 pm

Join herbalist, park ranger, and museum educator Misa Chappell for an interactive foraging walk through Ground/work 2025, the Clark's outdoor sculpture exhibition. Along the way, explore plant species, conservation status, cultural and natural history, and folklore.

Advance registration required for the foraging walk; capacity is limited. Register at clarkart.edu/events. Meet on the Fernández Terrace by the Reflecting Pool.

Workshop: Flower Crowns, 5:30 pm

Get creative and make your very own flower crown with Full Well Farm (Adams, Massachusetts).

Tarot Readings, 5:30–7:30 pm

Step into the mystical world of tarot with Rebecca Guanzon. Whether you're seeking clarity or curious about what the universe has in store, Guanzon's readings will add a dash of magic and insight to your journey.

Spirit Drawings, 5:30–7:30 pm

Sit for a spirit drawing session with artist Alison Pebworth, during which she creates unique, one-of-a-kind artworks inspired by brief interactions. Her drawings aim to capture the essence or "spirit" of each participant, drawing from a historical period in Shaker history when young girls created mysterious ink drawings as gifts.

Solstice Rituals, 7:30–8:30 pm

Featuring community singing, drumming, dancing, and merriment. Bring your own drum or noisemaker and join the fun!

Official Welcome: justin adkins

7:30–7:40 pm

Smoke and Bell Cleanse

7:40–7:50 pm

Calling of the Directions

7:50–7:55 pm

On Summer Solstice: justin adkins

7:55–8:25 pm

Bidding the Directions Farewell

8:25–8:30 pm

Free. All events except the foraging walk take place at Thomas Schütte's Crystal atop Stone Hill. Picnic blankets encouraged. Cider from Berkshire Cider Project available for purchase. Inclement weather moves the event to Sunday, June 22.

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St. Stan's Students Spread Holiday Cheer at Williamstown Commons

By Jack GuerinoiBerkshires Staff
12:50PM / Sunday, December 21, 2025

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Students from St. Stanislaus Kostka School in Adams brought the holiday spirit to Williamstown Commons on Thursday, delivering handmade Christmas cards and leading residents in a community caroling session.

"It honestly means the world to us because it means the world to them," said nursing home Administrator Alex Fox on Thursday morning. "This made their days. This could have even made their weeks. It could have made their Christmas, seeing the children and interacting with the community."

Teacher Kate Mendonca said this is the first year her class has visited the facility, noting that the initiative was driven entirely by the students.

"This came from the kids. They said they wanted to create something and give back," Mendonca said. "We want our students involved in the community instead of just reading from a religion book."

Preparation for the event began in early December, with students crafting bells to accompany their singing. The handmade cards were completed last week.

"It's important for them to know that it's not just about them during Christmas," Mendonca said. "It's about everyone, for sure. I hope that they know they really helped a lot of people today and hopefully it brought joy to the residents here."

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