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Weekend Outlook: Summer Pride

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
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Check out the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend including festivals, pride night, free days, and more.

Editor's Pick

The Great Ladybug Release 
The Apple Barn, Bennington Vt.
Friday and Saturday
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join The Apple Barn to learn about ladybugs and why they are good for the environment. Enjoy a storywalk with the kids and you will also be able to release some ladybugs as you enjoy the farm.

More information here.

Multiple Days

2026 Berkshire Yoga Festival
Jiminy Peak, Hancock
June 11 to 14

Another year of yoga in the Berkshires is back featuring yoga teachers from around the world sharing their knowledge as well as local vendors, hiking, art, and more.

More information and tickets here.

Friday 

North Adams Pride Night
Main Street
Time: 5 to 9 p.m.

Come downstreet for the annual Pride Night featuring a drag story hour, local food vendors, dance parties, and more.

More information here.

Common Craft Night
165 East Main St., North Adams
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

Bring your crafts and work on them with others in the community.

More information here.

Lebanon Valley Drift
Lebanon Valley Dragway, 
West Lebanon, N.Y.
Time: 2 to 8 p.m.

All driving levels are able to participate in the drift or just come to watch others. The food stand will be open to sit and enjoy the show.

More information here.

Saturday

Fair Gardens: Family Programming
Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield


Time: 11 a.m.

Design a little home a fairy would love to reside in. Open to ages 8 to 18 with family, bring your own garden type supplies or use from the library.

More information here.

Mass MoCA Free Day
Marshall Street, North Adams
Time: 10 a.m.

Explore Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art for free on Saturday. There will be an author talk and an opening celebration for Amanda Lovelee's "Homecoming," thematic museum tours, art-making in Kidspace, and more.

More information here.

Lee Pride Dragstravaganza
The Starving Artist Creperie & Cafe
Time: 5 to 11 p.m.

Drag bingo from 5 to 7, $15 for adults and $5 for a child. Once the game is done, there's a after dark drag party for ages 18 and up. Enjoy performances and food and drink.

More information and tickets here.

TurnPark Summer Festival
2 Moscow Road, West Stockbridge
Time: 3 to 10 p.m.

TurnPark Art Space's annual summer festival with performance art, immersive installations, wearable sculptures, music, dance, and meditative rituals. This year's theme is "Myth."

More information and tickets here.

Sunday

MA250 High Tea and Speakers Event
Adams Theater, Park Street
Time: 2 p.m.

Enjoy an English style high tea with a savory selection of small treats. A selection of teas and other beverages will also be served. Hear about the history of tea and its consumption and how it led to an American Revolution.

More information and tickets at $16.99 here.

Free Family Sundays at The Mount
The Mount, Lenox

Free day at author Edith Wharton's The Mount filled with dancing, activities, storytelling, and more.

More information here.

Flag Day Celebration
191 Church St., Cheshire
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.

Flag retirement ceremony with music, food trucks, and a kid zone.

More information here.


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What To Do Immediately After a Car Accident: A Step-by-Step Guide for Drivers

No one plans to be involved in a car accident, but knowing what to do in the moments afterward can help protect your safety, your passengers, and your vehicle.

Whether it's a minor fender bender or a more serious collision, staying calm and following a few important steps can make a stressful situation much easier to manage.

1. Check for Injuries First

Your first priority should always be the safety of everyone involved.

Check yourself and your passengers for injuries. If anyone is injured, call 911 immediately. Even if injuries appear minor, it's often best to have emergency responders evaluate the situation.

If you are unable to move safely, remain in your vehicle until help arrives.

2. Move to a Safe Location if Possible

If the accident is minor and the vehicles can be driven safely, move them to the shoulder of the road or another safe location away from traffic.

Turn on your hazard lights to alert other drivers.

If the vehicles cannot be moved safely, remain inside with your seatbelt fastened until emergency personnel arrive.

3. Call the Police

Even in a minor accident, contacting local law enforcement can be beneficial.

A police report provides an official record of the incident that may be important for insurance claims and future documentation.

When speaking with officers, provide factual information about what happened, but avoid speculating about fault.

4. Exchange Information

Gather the following information from all drivers involved:

  • Name and contact information
  • Driver's license number
  • Insurance company and policy number
  • Vehicle make, model, and license plate number

It's also helpful to collect contact information from any witnesses who may have seen the accident.

5. Take Photos and Document the Scene

Your smartphone can become one of your most valuable tools after an accident.

Take photographs of:

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