Pittsfield Issues Call for Art for Women In Art Exhibition

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield's Office of Cultural Development is seeking submissions from Berkshire County women artists for an upcoming group exhibition titled Women In Art.
 
The exhibit, scheduled to run throughout March at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, aims to showcase the diverse perspectives and creative voices of women artists across all career stages and artistic mediums.
 
The show will highlight a wide range of practices, from traditional painting and sculpture to digital media and installations.
  • Location: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, 28 Renne Avenue, Pittsfield.
  • Exhibition Dates: March 4–27, 2026.
  • Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Artist Reception: Sunday, March 8 (International Women's Day), 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
 
Submission Requirements
The call is open to all women artists (cis and trans) residing in Berkshire County. Artists may submit up to three works for consideration.
  • Deadline: February 18, 2026.
  • How to Apply: Email artist name, artwork titles, mediums, dimensions, and images (JPEG/PNG) to cultural.development@cityofpittsfield.org.
  • Notification: Selected artists will be notified by February 23. Accepted works must be delivered to the gallery between February 25 and 27.
All selected pieces must be ready for display, including frames and hanging hardware where applicable. For further information, the Office of Cultural Development can be reached at 413-499-9348.
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Pittsfield Firefighters to Participate in BFit Challenge

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Some of the city's firefighters are gearing up for the 10th annual BFit Challenge.
 
Every year, members of the department travel to Boston to climb the stairs at TD Garden in support of the New England Fire Cancer Fund. First responders, military members, and other community members each raise $300 to participate in the event, powered by National Grid and hosted by the Boston Bruins.
 
This year's challenge set for Jan. 26 has already raised more than $1 million.
 
For the second year in a row, Jason Smegal, owner of J Smegal Roofing and Gutters, donated $10,000 to support the fund.
 
"We designate our funds that we raise to firefighter cancer that goes through the PFFM, which is the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts, and 100 percent of the funds go directly to either supporting the cause, pre-screening ...," said Capt. Robert Leary.
 
This is Leary's sixth year participating. He said the fundraiser is important and that hits close to home donating to PFFM, recognizing how his colleagues have been affected after 29 years as a firefighter.
 
Firefighter are at risk of being exposed to toxic chemicals such as fuels, burning materials and particulate matter which may be carcinogens.
 
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