Nonprofit Center Launches Wellness Series for Nonprofits

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires (NPC) aims to assist nonprofit leaders in improving their wellbeing and thus their ability to continue having a meaningful impact in our community.
 
On July 28 from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m., instructor Susan Taylor will host a 90-minute, online Masterclass in which participants will explore how to identify and shift limiting mindsets that contribute to overwhelm and depletion — and instead cultivate mindsets that foster vitality, resilience, collaboration, and purpose.
 
Entitled "Wellbeing Matters: Shifting Mindsets for Sustainable Impact," the Masterclass is ideal for executives as well as frontline staff, changemakers and community leaders who want to serve others without sacrificing their own wellbeing.
 
NPC's associate director McCaela Donovan said, "This program is especially valuable for those navigating rapid change, expanding organizational reach, and recovering from periods of high stress." Participants will learn how mindsets affect effectiveness, how to recognize limiting beliefs, apply strategies to cultivate resilience, and create the beginnings of a personalized action plan to prioritize wellbeing.
 
According to a press release:
 
Susan Taylor is a coach and facilitator with more than 30 years of experience working with some of the most renowned thought leaders in emotional, spiritual, and leadership intelligence. She is passionate about empowering clients to unlock their potential and achieve meaningful results in both their personal and professional lives.
 
The cost of the "Wellness Matters" Masterclass is $50. Register online at npcberkshires.org. Additional wellness workshops, some in-person, will take place in the fall. 
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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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