Nonprofit Center Increases Support For North County Nonprofits

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires is  increasing its support and geographic focus on North County nonprofit organizations with two upcoming events. 
 
Kevin Fleming, PhD will present an in-person workshop entitled "Writing Annual Appeals That Inspire Action." The workshop takes place at the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum in Adams on Monday, Oct. 6 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. 
 
Participants will learn the essential elements of an effective appeal letter, from capturing attention with the subject line to writing a clear call-to-action. Designed for nonprofit leaders, staff, and volunteers at all levels of fundraising experience, this session will leave organizations with practical tips, a tested framework, and a ready-to-use draft appeal tailored to each organization.  With over two decades of advancement leadership and a reputation as a dynamic facilitator and thought leader, Kevin brings both practical expertise and engaging style to every workshop. The cost to participate is $50.
 
On Oct. 24, the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires will host a nonprofit executive convening at Hotel Downstreet on Main Street in North Adams from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
 
Representative John Barrett will provide welcoming remarks and share current legislative updates. This event is free for north county nonprofit leaders. RSVP by Oct. 15 to mccaela@npcberkshires.org
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Marshall Street Crash Under Investigation; Businesses Remain Closed Until Damage Repaired.

By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff

Glass litters Tres Ninos' floor on Friday. Right, the front logo from the truck is screwed into the plywood covering the front of the building.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Two local businesses are closed for an indefinite amount of time after a pickup truck slammed through the front of Brewster's antique shop on Marshall Street on Thursday night. 
 
Police Chief Mark Bailey said the crash is still under investigation and didn't have have any further information on Friday morning on one of the truck's occupants who was taken to the hospital. 
 
Brewster's owner Casey Albert was standing in line at another antique shop on Friday, hoping to replace some merchandise shattered in the collision. 
 
"I mean half the store is gone," she said. "He pushed a lot of things way far back, the whole front is just gone."
 
Albert said building owner David Carver said it would be months before she could re-open. Right now, she can get into the back half of the store but was told not to touch anything in the front until the insurance adjuster can look at it. 
 
It's not clear, she said, how long it will take to repair the damage to the building. But her business is taking a big hit. 
 
"You can't replace antiques," Albert said. "That's why they're usually expensive." 
 
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