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Berkshire Waldorf School Invites Berkshire Community to Spring Events May 1 & 2
2024-05-01 00:00 - 2024-05-02 00:00 (America/New_York) | Berkshire Waldorf School , 35 West Plain Road, Great Barringto, MA, 01230, United States
(Great Barrington, MA) April 23, 2024—In the merry month of May, Berkshire Waldorf School invites the greater Berkshire community to two Spring events on the school campus, located at 35 West Plain Road, Great Barrington.
May Day, Wednesday, May 1 at 11:00 a.m. Spectators are invited to join the colorful festival of May Day with all the trimmings, including singing, dancing, music, flower crowns and an authentic Maypole, to shake off the last vestiges of winter and welcome summer in the Berkshires. Free. On the Maypole Green at the school; parking adjacent. Rain or shine. Blankets and picnics encouraged.
Thursday, May 2 at 5:30 p.m., pioneering Early Childhood teacher and author Helle Heckmann presents “Slow Parenting,” a talk based on her book of the same name and her experience as the founder of Nokken, a Waldorf program in Copenhagen, Denmark which she developed for children from ages one to seven. Helle has spoken to teachers and caregivers in 50 countries, who share an interest in providing a healthy, nourishing environment for their children. In the school auditorium. Adults only. $10 suggested donation at the door.

Artist Talk with Teresa Fasolino
2024-04-27 15:00 | Norman Rockwell Museum , 9 Glendale Road Route 183, Stockbridge, MA, 01262, United States
Join artist Teresa Fasolino and NRM Chief Curator Stephanie Haboush Plunkett for a lively discussion exploring Fasolino’s richly painted illustrations for mystery book covers and detailing the fine art of creating memorable images that entice viewers to read the book without giving too much away. Fasolino’s work is featured in the current exhibition Mystery and Wonder: Highlights from the Illustration Collection.
Seating is limited; reserve online. Visit galleries prior to the start of the talk; Museum admission is additional.

Spring Open Studios
2024-04-27 00:00 - 2024-04-28 00:00 | Whiting Mills LLC , 100 Whiting Street, Winsted, CT, 06098, United States
Consort with 50-odd artists and artisans—and maybe sign up for a class—in this handsome repurposed factory.

Tulip Walk
2024-04-27 00:00 | Meadowbrook Farm , 513 Route 67, Leeds, NY, 12451, United States
Take a shortcut to Holland and enjoy 15,000 bobbing spring blooms, plus food, crafts, and children’s activities.

CLOSING THIS WEEK Roz Chast: Pop Up in NYC
2024-04-24 00:00 - 2024-04-26 00:00 | DFN Projects , 16 E 79 street, Suite G-2, New York, NY, 10075, United States
Final week to see Roz Chast in NYC and “A Light exists in Spring” in CT

Family Fun Week Mohonk Mountain
2024-04-22 00:00 - 2024-04-28 00:00 | Mohonk Mountain House , 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561, United States
One free child (ages 4-12) per adult guest can expend their energy on tomahawk throwing and hiking, then mellow out with music and marshmallows by the campfire.

Family Day
2024-04-21 16:00 | The Local , 16 John Street, Saugerties, NY, 12477, United States
The 1876 Dutch chapel-turned-nightspot hosts a family build-your-own instrument workshop/jam session with Dendê’s Brazilian Recycled Sounds.

BIFF "Cinematic Adolescence: Coming of Age Films by Auteurs"
2024-04-20 15:00 | Duffin Theater , 197 East Street, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
BIFF is proud to present the final film in its “Cinematic Adolescence: Coming of Age Films by Auteurs” series with Jojo Rabbit, a World War II satire that follows a lonely German boy named Jojo (Roman Griffin Davis) whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother (Scarlett Johansson) is hiding a young Jewish girl (Thomasin McKenzie) in their attic. Aided only by his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler (Taika Waititi), Jojo must confront his blind nationalism.

Howie Arkans will introduce the film which we will watch and will be followed by a discussion of the film. Arkans will propose some questions to help prompt the discussion as well as answer your questions and criticisms. A great and fun way to spend the afternoon! Tickets for the talks are $15 for the general public, $10 for BIFF Reel Friends and OLLI members and may be purchased at https://biffmaauteur.eventive.org

BIFF PRESENTS A NEW WINTER MONTHLY SERIES WITH HOWIE ARKANS HIGHLIGHTING AUTEUR DIRECTORS BEGINNING IN JANUARY!
2024-04-20 15:00, 2024-03-23 15:00, 2024-02-24 15:00, 2024-01-27 15:00 | Duffin Theater , 197 East Street, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
BIFF is proud to present the second series of American auteur film directors beginning in January. Howie Arkans will once again curate a series of discussions each month followed by a film by the auteur. The series is called, Cinematic Adolescence: Coming of Age Films by Auteurs and will highlight the work of John Sayles, John Waters, Greta Gerwig and Taiki Waititi. The series will be held Saturdays at 3PM at the Duffin Theater in Lenox. Please find the schedule below:
Saturday, January 27 at 3PM – John Sayles – BABY IT’S YOU
Saturday, February 24 at 3PM – John Waters – HAIRSPRAY
Saturday, March 23 at 3PM – Greta Gerwig – LADY BIRD
Saturday, April 20 at 3PM – Taiki Waititi – JOJO RABBIT

Brew U
2024-04-20 00:00 | Culinary Institute Of America , 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY, 12538, United States
It’s no deep-state secret: home-brewing is fun—so why not learn? Those who prefer to cut to the chase may sample over 100 local craft beers.

Earth Walk with Dogs
2024-04-19 10:00 - 22:30 | The Clarke Art Institute , 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
The Berkshire Humane Society will be loaning out canine companions for walks about the grounds. (Caution: Some might follow you home.)

Concert on Sunday, April 14 at 4pm at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center.
2024-04-14 16:00 | The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center , 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230, United States
Close Encounters With Music’s Winter / Spring 2024 concerts continue on Sunday, April 14 with an afternoon of jazz, tango, liturgy, waltz, Habanera and Gershwin’s wildly popular Rhapsody in Blue, known for its integration of jazz and classical music – and written on the train between New York and Boston! Composers include Haydn (Gypsy tunes), Max Bruch (German composer retrofits synagogue “Kol Nidrei” prayer), Ravel and Debussy (Spanish and North African heritage), César Cui (Russian composer writes “Orientale”), and Astor Piazzolla (tango goes to Paris!).
Tickets are $52 for Orchestra and Mezzanine and $28 for Balcony seats and can be purchased at www.cewm.org or by calling 413.528.0100. We also offer a virtual option—tickets are $28 for individual programs, delivered to your email address!

Grand opening of Turley Gallery’s new space + three Spring exhibitions
2024-04-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Turley Gallery , 609 Warren Street, 2nd Floor, Hudson, NY, 12534, United States
Joey Parlett was featured in Turley’s inaugural exhibition in May of 2022. A meticulous draftsman of contemporary landscapes, it seemed only natural to have Joey back for his first solo show, Foregrounds and Horizon Lines, two years later, as the gallery ventures into a new landscape of its own—our grand reopening at our new space on Warren Street in Hudson, NY.
Join us in our celebration as we break new ground with old friends.
—Ryan Turley, Director

Roz Chast Pop-Up Exhibition in NYC
2024-04-03 17:00 - 19:00 | DFN Projects , 16 E 79 street, Suite G-2, New York, NY, 10075, United States
Roz Chast: Pop up exhibition in New York City
A selection of drawings and embroideries

Easter at Mill & Main
2024-03-31 10:30 - 11:30 | Mill & Main , 317 Main St, Kerhonkson, NY, 12446, United States
What: Mill & Main’s Third Annual Easter Egg Hunt (snacks provided)

Where: Meet outside Mill & Main (317 Main St, Kerhonkson)

When: Sunday, March 31st from 10:30am – 11:30am
How: No payment, reservations, or tickets necessary for purchase beforehand, just show up!
Mill & Main Easter Brunch & Dinner Menus

FROM HOPELESS RURAL NEWBIE TO HILLSDALE TOWN HISTORIAN “The Village Cidiot” at Spencertown Academy March 23 & 24
2024-03-24 14:00, 2024-03-23 19:30 | Spencertown Academy Arts Center , 790 NY-203, Spencertown, NY, 12165, United States
March 14, 2024 – “The Village Cidiot,” a one-woman show written and performed by Hillsdale Town Historian Lauren Letellier, will be at Spencertown Academy Arts Center Saturday March 23 at 7:30pm and Sunday March 24 at 2:00pm. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at spencertownacademy.org.
“Cidiot” is a mildly derisive term describing New York City residents who move upstate ill-equipped for rural life. The story is based on the author’s own experiences struggling with losing her urban identity, being unprepared for the realities of country living, and mourning the loss of her youngest brother. Reviewing the show’s premiere at Bridge St. Theatre’s 2023 SoloFest, Berkshire on Stage called it “uproarious and poignant” and “an entrancing piece of theater.”

Crandell LIVE! Presents Bob Marley: One Love Benefit Screening with Local Writer Joshua Jelly-Schapiro
2024-03-23 19:00 | Crandell Theatre , 48 Main Street, Chatham, NY, 12037, United States
(Chatham, NY— March 12, 2024) — Join the Crandell Theatre on Saturday, March 23, at 7 pm, to support its restoration and renovation while reveling in the music and story of reggae icon Bob Marley. Local writer Joshua Jelly-Schapiro will open the evening with intimate stories from his experience tracing Marley’s roots and legacies in Jamaica while writing his book Island People: The Caribbean and The World (Knopf). He will be signing books after the screening.

Curator Tour / Between Worlds: The Art and Design of Leo Lionni
2024-03-23 14:00 | Norman Rockwell Museum , 9 Glendale Road Route 183, Stockbridge, MA, 01262, United States
A 40-minute guided tour with Chief Curator Stephanie Haboush Plunkett exploring Leo Lionni’s artistic pursuits as a leading figure in postwar American graphic art and design and his surprising “retirement career” as a creator of collage-based children’s books that have helped generations of children find their place in the world. Museum admission required. These limited-edition curator tours sell out quickly; making an advance reservation online at nrm.org is recommended.

The Wild Honey Pie
2024-03-22 - 2024-03-24 | Hunter Mountain , 64 Klein Ave, Hunter, NY, 12442, United States
THE WILD HONEY PIE PRESENTS ON THE MOUNTAIN 4, AN APRÉS-SKI WEEKEND IN UPSTATE NEW YORK FEATURING LOCAL NATIVES, GUS DAPPERTON, RUBBLEBUCKET, FAT TONY AND MORE
MARCH 22-24, 2024 AT HUNTER MOUNTAIN AND GLEN FALLS HOUSE
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024 AT 12PM ET

Virtual Program / Leo Lionni, Root and Branch: His Creative Influences and the Art He Inspired
2024-03-21 19:00 | CT
In this wide-ranging illustrated talk, children’s book historian andexhibition co-curator Leonard S. Marcus will pinpoint the key art and life experiences that shaped Leo Lionni’s many-faceted career and highlight his ongoing legacy in the creative work of illustrator-designers Eric Carle, Lois Ehlert, and others. Learn more about Leonard S. Marcus here. This is a virtual event on Zoom.

St Patricks Day at Mill & Main
2024-03-17 00:00 | Mill & Main , 317 Main St, Kerhonkson, NY, 12446, United States
What: Mill & Main is offering specialty brunch and dinner menus to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (menus below)

Where: Mill & Main (317 Main St in Kerhonkson)
When: All day Sunday, March 17th
How: Make a reservation on Resy
Brunch

Traditional Irish Breakfast (Eggs, Beans, Irish Bacon, Mushrooms & Grilled Tomatoes, Brown Bread)
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
Irish Soda Bread Biscuits with Butter & Jam

Dinner

Corned Beef & Cabbage (the returning-favorite special is available for both take out in the cafe and at the restaurant)
Vegetable Shepard’s Pie
Fish & Chips
Chocolate Stout Cake Pudding
Variety of inspired cocktails

View Works of "Mystery and Wonder" from NRM's Growing Illustration Collection
2024-03-02 - 2024-06-16 | Norman Rockwell Museum , 9 Glendale Road Route 183, Stockbridge, MA, 01262, United States
Norman Rockwell Museum presents captivating artwork with enigmatic and magical appeal in its new exhibition, Mystery and Wonder: Highlights from the Illustration Collection. Opening March 2 and running through June 16, this exhibition features selected images from Norman Rockwell Museum’s growing Permanent Collection, which now holds almost 25,000 artworks created by more than 300 illustrators.
Haunting and wonder-filled works on display include cover art for award-winning mysteries and novels, children’s book illustrations inspired by classic tales, fantastical anthropomorphic drawings, and heart-stopping editorial images. Of particular note is a brand-new Norman Rockwell acquisition that offers mysteries of its own. Exhibited for the first time, this unpublished 1938 work portrays a tense moment in the presidential election of 1800, which resulted in a tie between Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr, with the stalemate broken by the House of Representatives in favor of Jefferson.

Jon Stewart Live at the Bardavon in Poughkeepsie on March 1-2
2024-03-01 19:30 | Bardavon 1869 Opera House , 35 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601, United States
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Comedian Jon Stewart, perhaps best known for his role as host and executive producer of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show With John Stewart,” will perform at the Bardavon, at 25 Market St., on March 1-2 at 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit the Bardavon and UPAC, 601 Broadway, Kingston, from Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. To purchase tickets online at any time, visit http://www.ticketmaster.com (fees will apply). UPDATE: Both performances have sold out.

Great Barrington Arts Market (GBAM) Winter Markets/ Sunday, February 18, 2024 Sunday, March 17, 2024 Sunday, April 21, 2024
2024-02-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Saint James Place , 352 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230, United States
Great Barrington Arts Market (GBAM) annual Winter Market, a monthly market featuring the finest regional artisan products returns to the beautifully restored Saint James Place on Main Street in Great Barrington, MA.
With a rotating line-up of 16 artists each month, GBAM Winter events offer market goers a chance to shop a finely curated collection of handmade products and support the local artist community at the same time.

GBAM’s longstanding mission is to provide revenue for Berkshire based and regional artists & offer locally made products to consumers year-round.

The Big Chill at Hancock Shaker Village / February 16 & 17, 11-4 PM
2024-02-16 11:00 - 2024-02-17 16:00 | The Big Chill At Hancock Shaker Village , 1843 W. Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Grab your hat and coat for The Big Chill at the Village for a weekend of winter fun.
• Walking Tours of the Village
• Ice Harvesting Talks & Ice Sculpting
• Maple Tree Tapping Demonstrations
• Blacksmithing & Woodworking Demonstrations
• Face Painting
• Farm Animals
• Simple Family Crafts
• Snacks and Drinks by the Fire
Several of the historic buildings will be open to explore as well. So, shake off the cabin fever and join us for a fun-filled weekend at the Village!
$15 for entry

CK Yoga For Good
2024-01-28 10:00 | CT
Yoga for Good on Zoom to raise money for the Humane Society.
(Suggested $25, Zelle, Venmo, or PayPal)
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/87080703837?pwd=[REDACTED]
Passcode: YFG
