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Weekend Outlook: Love Is in the Air for Valentines Day

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
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Check out the events happening in Berkshire County this weekend, including Valentine's parties, plays, and more.

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North Adams WinterFest
Downtown North Adams
Saturday, Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Downtown North Adams transforms into a winter wonderland with a variety of activities for families to enjoy. 

Take a ride on a horse-drawn carriage ride downtown, where you can participate in a craft fair, street hockey, children's games, and more.

Activities' line-up here.

10x10 Arts Festival

It's Pittsfield's 15th year of putting on a festival with winter and cultural events to get families out of the house and enjoy what the city has to offer: art exhibitions, plays, sledding, and more.

Read our story for more information here.

Baystate Winter Games
Lansing Chapman Rink, Williams College
Time: Saturday and Sunday
 
Figure skating competition hosted by Christmas Brook Figure Skating Club at Lansing Chapman runs 8 to 5 on Saturday, 8 to 6:30 on Sunday. Admission is free. 
 
The Figure Skating Show will take place Saturday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 adults and $5 children and seniors at the door. 
 
More information here

Friday 

Truly Madly '90s: A Valentine's Dance Party
Stationary Factory, Dalton
Time: 8 to 11 p.m.

Berkshire Pride is hosting a Valentine's Dance for the LGBTQ community and allies. There will be a DJ and drag performances; attendees are encouraged to dress in their '90s best. Enjoy a night of dancing and fun.

Tickets are $25 for general admission; $50 for pay-it-forward to support Berkshire Pride, or a pay what you can.

More information and tickets here.

Karaoke Party and Contest
Methuselah Bar, Pittsfield
Time: 9 p.m.

Bring your friends and enjoy a night of singing and dancing for some great Valentine-themed songs. Duet with your partner, and compete for a chance to win a $50 gift card. The winner is announced at midnight and must be present to win.

More information here.

Anti-Valentine's Day Party
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield
Time: 3 p.m.

Teens are invited to dress up, disassemble and reassemble teddy bears. Eat chocolate, make bracelets, and sing break up songs. For more information call the Youth Services Department: 413-499-9480, ext. 203.

More information here.

Sweethearts Family Dance Party
15 Crissey Road, Great Barrington
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.

Berkshire South Regional Community Center is hosting family-friendly dinner and dancing. Kid-friendly music, Valentine decor, selfie station, music; dinner is pizza, salad and dessert. Dress in red, pink, black, silver and white — sparkles and hearts encouraged. 

Tickets are $5-$12 in advance, $7-$15 at the door. More information and tickets here.

Candlelight Concert Experience
First Congregational Church, Williamstown
Time: 6 and 8 p.m.
 
A Lumos concert experiences paying homage to composer Hans Zimmer. A string trio will perform themes from movies such as "Gladiator," "Interstellar," "Lion King" and
"Pirates of the Caribbean." Suitable for ages 8 and older; venue is wheelchair accessible. 
 
Tickets are $25 to $70 here. More information here

Saturday 

Valentine's Day Event
Balderdash Cellars, Richmond
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.

Endless charcuterie with cheese and chocolate, live music for a date or friends gathering.

Tickets are $15. More information and tickets here.

DJ on Deck Apres Ski Party
Bousquet Mountain, Pittsfield
Time: noon to 4 p.m.

The ski resort's ski party returns for a second year featuring mixes by DJ Sören. Enjoy skiing and riding from 9 to 8  and drinks and tunes at Bousquet's new restaurant Drifters Bar and Restaurant. 

More information here.

'Magic Tree House': Showtime with Shakespeare
The Colonial Theater, Pittsfield
Time: 2 p.m.

If you're a fan of the magic Tree House books, enjoy an afternoon based on the book "25 Stage Fright on a Summer Night," in which Jack and Annie are in Olde England with the excitement of the Globe Theater.

Tickets are $15 and up. More information and tickets here.

Mount Greylock Photography Group
Greylock Glen Outdoor Center, Adams
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
 
"Water & Ice / Hearts In Nature" nature photography at Peck's Falls for all levels. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear, poles recommended for the moderately steep trail. 
 
Contact the Visitor Center at 413-499-4262 for trail condition; program is free and open to the public.
 
More information here
 
Contra Dance
First Congregational Church, Williamstown
Time: 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
 
The music is live, the dances are taught, and anyone is welcome, with or without a partner. Calling by Steve Howland, and live music by Seamus Connor, Alex Moon and friends. An introductory lesson will be held at 7:15.
 
Admission is pay-as-you-can, $12 to $20 suggested, and barter is also welcome. More information here.
 

Sunday

Susan B. Anthony's Birthday Celebration
GAR Hall, Adams Free Library
Time: 3 p.m.

Celebrate Anthony's 206th birthday by learning more about her from scholar Rachel MacNair. There will also be cake. Make sure to reserve your spot, but the event is free.

More information here.

Boreal Forest & Waterfall Snowshoe
Tamarack Hollow, Windsor
Time: 10 to 12:30
 
Two-mile snowshoe in the boreal forests of Windsor at Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center. Join Director and naturalist Aimée Gelinas on the moderate trail for a cascading winter waterfall, forest tree ID, wildlife tracking and forest ecology. 
 
Fee is $20, $5 snowshoe rental. Registration required at full_circle_o@yahoo.com

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SteepleCats Fall to Upper Valley Nighthawks

By Ben McDonoughFor iBerkshires.com
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The North Adams SteepleCats were unable to overcome a pair of multi-run innings Friday night at Joe Wolfe Field, falling 5-1 to the Upper Valley Nighthawks.
 
North Adams pitcher Jakob Foster was making his first start after throwing only two innings earlier in the season and looked sharp early. The right-hander struck out two in a scoreless first inning before punching out three more hitters in the second, allowing just a hit batter to reach base.
 
Upper Valley broke through in the third. Alejandro Puig opened the inning with a single before James Love doubled with two outs. A two-run double by Magoulik gave the Nighthawks a 2-0 lead before Foster escaped the frame.
 
The SteepleCats struggled to generate offense against Upper Valley starter Trey Sejnoha, who retired the first nine North Adams hitters in order. Nick Lamelo finally reached in the third, hustling into second on a ball misplayed in right field.
 
North Adams put together its best threat of the game in the fourth. Bobby Stang reached on an error and Nelphie Lopez worked a walk to put two runners aboard. Chris Diaz moved both runners into scoring position with a groundout, but Sejnoha induced a foul fly ball to end the inning and strand both runners.
 
The Nighthawks added to their lead in the fifth. After an error extended the inning, Upper Valley loaded the bases before a hit batter forced home a run. Jake Bell followed with a two-run double, pushing the Nighthawks’ advantage to 5-0.
 
The SteepleCats answered with another opportunity in the bottom half of the inning. Shawn Stephenson and Owen Arias recorded back-to-back infield singles, and a walk to Evan Meier loaded the bases with two outs. Reliever Nick Tamburro entered and escaped the jam with a strikeout, preserving the shutout.
 
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