The WIT Gallery Collecting Fuel Assistance Donations

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LENOX, Mass. — The WIT Gallery is collecting donations for fuel assistance for local families and individuals in need.
 
The community-wide initiative invites residents and visitors to contribute funds that will go directly toward heating fuel assistance and other programs for Berkshire County households facing financial hardships.  All donations collected through the gallery will be directed to The Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) serving the region.
 
"For over 25 years, The WIT Gallery has been a gathering place where conversations spark limitless inspiration and creative, productive ideas. This winter we want to extend that spirit beyond our walls and help ensure that members of our community are safe and warm," said Lynda Strauch, owner.
 
The donation drive runs through March 2026 with contributions accepted at the gallery as well as online at BCAC's website at www.bcacinc.org. All are encouraged to stop by, enjoy the gallery's exhibitions, and participate in a collective effort supporting Berkshire County residents during the coldest months.
 
Checks made payable to Berkshire Community Action Council may be dropped off at The WIT Gallery, 27 Church St., Lenox where donation envelopes are available and will be mailed on your behalf. Online at BCAC's website: https://www.bcacinc.org/donations/donate/
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Ghost Tours at Ventfort Hall

LENOX, Mass. — Join Robert Oakes, author of "Ghosts of the Berkshires," who will lead tours through the rooms and halls of the historic estate sharing tales of its alleged hauntings.
 
The tour will take place at 7 pm on Saturday, Jan. 10.
 
This is not an active investigation.
 
Admission is $30 and minimum age to attend is age 12. Reservations are strongly recommended as tickets are limited. Walk-ins accommodated as space allows. For reservations visit  https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or call 413-637-3206. Note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Payment is required to make a reservation for an event.
 
Robert Oakes is an author, teacher, storyteller, and performing songwriter. He has written three books, "The Ghostly Tales of the Berkshires" (2023), "Ghosts of Northwestern New Jersey" (2022), and "Ghosts of the Berkshires" (2020), all published by Arcadia Publishing. 
 
Since 2010, Robert has led ghost storytelling experiences at historic locations in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, including Ventfort Hall and Edith Wharton's The Mount. He has also given talks and readings and led a writing workshop at Arrowhead, home of Herman Melville. 
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