28th Annual MCLA Athletics Golf Classic to be Held Sept. 8

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The 28th annual MCLA Athletics Golf Classic will be held Monday, Sept. 8 at Waubeeka Golf Links in Williamstown.
 
The Golf Classic serves as a major fundraiser for the College's Athletics Department. Since its inception, the event has raised more than $1M to support MCLA's student-athletes.
 
"We are so grateful to our sponsors and participants, both those who are dedicated longtime supporters and those who are new this year," said MCLA Assistant Dean for Athletics & Recreation Laura Mooney. "Their generosity and contributions allow the department to make facility upgrades and to enhance the student-athlete experience through new uniforms, team gear, and specialized equipment purchases. These items directly impact the recruitment, retention, and success of our students and student-athletes."
 
Each year, the tournament recognizes a deserving individual or business that has impacted MCLA Athletics. This year's honoree is MCLA alumnus and former Board of Trustees member Jim Clemmer '86, who also served as interim president of MCLA from August 2015-March 2016. Jim is the president and CEO of AngioDynamics and has been a dedicated supporter of MCLA Athletics for decades.
 
The entry cost includes the 18-hole tournament, greens and cart fees, lunch, branded gifts, a post-golf dinner, and more. On the day of the event, registration will be held from 9:30–10:30 a.m. and the tournament will begin at 11 a.m.
This year's Golf Classic Premier Sponsor is MountainOne.
 
Other leadership-level sponsors of the event include Alton & Westall Real Estate Agency; AngioDynamics; Aramark; Berkshire Health Systems; Adams Plumbing & Heating; Berkshire Bank; Casella Waste Systems; Greylock Federal Credit Union; Skanska; Flynn & Dagnoli; Paramount Financial; Bernard Pinsonnault '73; Demont Associates; Bob Ziomek '89; Todd Vroman '90; Hillcrest Educational Centers; Interprint; J.H. Maxymillian; Jones Whitsett Architects; Becks Printing; Smith, Watson & Company; Moresi & Associates; Rumboldt Law; Qualprint; Tea & Boba Lounge (Williamstown); and Boston Sea Foods.
 
MCLA Athletics thanks all sponsors for their continued support. Those interested in signing up for or sponsoring the event may do so by emailing taylor.woodward@mcla.edu, calling 413-662-5001, or filling out the form on the web at lnk.mcla.edu/golf2025.
 
The MCLA Athletics Golf Classic directly supports Pathways, The Campaign for MCLA — the College's $30M fundraising campaign. Please visit lnk.mcla.edu/pathways to learn more.

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Mass MoCA Welcomes New Tenant, Hosts Route 2 Study Reveal

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art Commission approved a new tenant Monday for the third floor of Building 1, above Bright Ideas Brewery.
 
Gianne Inc. uses recycled materials to create funcational art. 
 
"They are corporation that recycles textiles into functional handmade home art pieces such as quilts and rugs, promoting sustainability through creative design," said Jason Ahuja, senior manager of public initiatives.
 
According to Ahuja, the company is a mother and son duo who will be producing their work in the 400 square foot space.
 
Their lease will be two years long and started on Oct. 1. 
 
Director of Public Initiatives & Real Estate Morgan Everett updated the commission on an upcoming exhibition, "Race/Hustle" by Zora J Murff. The exhibit will be on view starting Dec. 6.
 
The exhibit features many different types of works "that examine physical, psychic, and political violence, the rhythms and resonances of oppression throughout history and into the present, and the harmful desires that our visual culture cultivates," according to the Mass MoCA website.
 
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