Toasting and Tasting for Berkshire South

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Berkshire South Regional Community Center invites the community to the Toasting and Tasting fundraiser on Saturday, October 4. 
 
This event brings together food, wine and community in support of the Center's programs and services.
 
The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 5:00 p.m., featuring live music by Lucas Solorzano and an
exclusive tour of the Community Center. Guests will enjoy specialty culinary pairings created by chef Michael Bick, complemented by wines from Italy, Spain, and France. 
 
The celebration continues with a flight of champagnes, desserts, and both live and silent auctions.
 
"Funds raised at this year's event will directly support initiatives such as the Center's aquatics programs for all ages and abilities, our free teen wellness programming, free Community Suppers, early childhood and after-school care, and our financial aid program, which creates greater access to our services," said Executive Director Jenise Lucey. "Our goal is to raise $200,000 in support of these essential services that are the lifeblood of our community center, touching the lives of thousands each year."
 
Tickets are $250 and can be purchased online at berkshiresouth.org/toasting-and-tasting or by calling 413-528-2810.
 
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Local Bowlers Compete at High School Nationals

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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Monument Mountain's Noah Walker rolled two 200 games during the qualifying round at the U.S. High School Bowling National Championship on Sunday.
 
Walker was one of four Berkshire County bowlers competing in the event. None made the cut to reach Monday's second phase of the competition.
 
Walker started his day strong with a 229 and ended it with a 211 to post a four-game series of 749.
 
The cut line for the 549-bowler field of boys was 796 as 180 bowlers advanced to the tournament's "Survivor" round.
 
The girls high school national featured 293 competitors. The cut line ended up at 728, sending the top 96 bowlers to Monday's round.
 
Lee High's Devyn Fillio was the highest-finishing Berkshire County girl with a four-game total of 670.
 
Her Wildcat teammate Lauren Scheurer finished with a 483.
 
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