Berkshire Art Center Welcomes Two New Board Members

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STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Berkshire Art Center announced the appointment of two members to its Board of Directors: Emmy Award-winning editor Gideon Brown and creative strategist Angela Hall. 
 
Gideon Brown, a longtime media professional, brings over 25 years of experience in television editing, having worked with major networks including CBS, HBO, Showtime, and NBC. A graduate of Fiorello LaGuardia High School, Stony Brook University, and City College of New York (MFA, Film and Media Arts), Brown now lives in Great Barrington with his family. His deep creative roots—his grandfather was a Berkshire artist—align with the Center's mission of connecting art with community.
 
Angela Hall joins the board with a wealth of experience in creative marketing, branding, and innovation. As the founder of All Things Creative, she advises nonprofits and entrepreneurs in the arts, wellness, and lifestyle sectors. Hall also teaches branding at Marist College, drawing on her diverse background in design, organizational development, and storytelling to empower emerging creatives.
 
"We are thrilled to welcome Gideon and Angela," said Mike Zippel, Board Chair. "Their expertise, energy, and passion for the arts will be invaluable as we continue to expand our board's capacity and deepen Berkshire Art Center's relevance and impact across the region."
 
"At a time when the arts are playing an increasingly vital role in personal well-being and community connection, we're honored to welcome Gideon and Angela to our board," said Laura Thompson, Executive Director. "Their creative insight and commitment to meaningful engagement will be instrumental as we shape new programs and strategies that respond to both the needs and the potential of this moment."
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Lt. Governor Driscoll Visits Great Barrington Businesses

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, Housing Secretary Ed Augustus and state Rep. Leigh Davis are ready to chop wood out back of Pleasant and Main. 

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll did some holiday shopping on Main Street last week after announcing millions of federal Community Development Block Grant funds

She was glad to see an array of small-business owners thriving, and the eclectic items that Great Barrington has to offer. 

"We know that the vibrancy of communities can often be defined by what's happening on Main Street," she said. 

"It's great to be here in Great Barrington and see so many independent entrepreneurs who are running really, not only fun, but businesses that are doing well, and we want to try and find ways to uplift and support that work moving forward." 

State Rep. Leigh Davis coordinated a business tour with Pleasant and Main Cafe and General Store, Robbie's Community Market, and Butternut Ski Mountain. While downtown, Driscoll also stopped at Robin's Candy and Rob's Records and Audio. 

Earlier that day, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced $33.5 million in federal CDBG funds at the Housatonic Community Center. Great Barrington, in conjunction with Egremont and Stockbridge, has been allocated $ 1.25 million to rehabilitate approximately 14 housing units.  A new Rural and Small Town Housing Choice Community designation for its Housing Choice Initiative was also launched. 

Davis emphasized the significance of the state announcing these dollars in the small village of Housatonic.  

Craig Bero, founder of Pleasant and Main, prepared desserts and hors d'oeuvres for the group at his cozy cafe across the street from the Housatonic Community Center. Bero opened more than a decade ago after migrating from New York City, and Pleasant and Main offers sustainable, organic meals for an affordable price while enjoying the museum of antiques that is the restaurant. 

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