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Multicultural BRIDGE Honors Members Of The Community

Amy Krzanik reports from Lenox. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has” reads the quote on the button that Berkshire County resident Tommie Hutto-Blake carries in her pocket. The sentiment, attributed to

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NWCT Celebrates Excellence In The Arts

Rachel Louchen reports from Torrington. Torrington's illustrious Warner Theatre welcomed artists, writers, photographers, non-profits, philanthropists and devoted cultural volunteers, all of whom make the Connecticut art scene so rich and vibrant. On Tuesday, Nov. 15 the Northwest Connecticut Arts Council honored members of their community (as well

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PS21 Gala Celebrates New Building, Year-Round Programming

Jamie Larson reports from Hudson. It’s an exciting off season for PS21 in Chatham, New York. After 11 summers of performances under a tent, PS21 will offer year-round programing in its brand new theater. The indoor-outdoor structure designed by architect Evan Stoller was a big milestone to

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Now Playing: Images Cinema Turns 100 Years Old

Amy Krzanik reports from Williamstown. On November 30, 1916, Walden Theatre on Spring Street in Williamstown screened its very first film, a William S. Hart western called The Patriot. One hundred years later, the oldest movie theater in New England, now known as Images Cinema, is still going strong. To

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Food And Drink Were Flowing At Guido's Housewarming

Lisa Green reports from Pittsfield. If ever there was a day to make a Guido’s Fresh Marketplace run, it was Saturday, Nov. 12, when everyone’s favorite marketplace held a housewarming party to celebrate its newly expanded store. But it was almost impossible not to stay awhile, explore the

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Made In The Berkshires Honors One Of Our Own

Rachel Louchen reports from Pittsfield. For the sixth year of the Made in the Berkshires festival – a three-day showcase of theater, music, dance, visual arts, filmmaking and the written word – the opening night was preceded by a gala honoring one of the Berkshires' most notable talents and a

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The Housatonic Valley Association Toasts To Clean Water

Rachel Louchen reports from Washington. Protecting our environment and clean water sources has been an ongoing project for The Housatonic Valley Association (HVA) for over 25 years. On Sunday, November 6, the organization's annual auction fundraiser returned for the 26th year to benefit the Housatonic River and its

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The Art School Behind The Curtain: IS183 Goes To Oz

Amy Krzanik reports from Pittsfield. No matter the venue – be it hotel, museum, theater, historic mansion, bed and breakfast or warehouse – IS183 Art School of the Berkshires and event planners Berkshire Shenanigans know how to transform it into whatever they wish. This year’s fundraiser/Halloween extravaganza on Saturday, Oct.

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Cocktails With James Ivory At FilmColumbia

Robyn Perry Coe reports from Chatham.FilmColumbia 2016 got underway with a special James Ivory Tribute and Kickoff Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 22, benefitting FilmColumbia and the non-profit Chatham Film Club, which owns and operates the Crandell Theatre and produces the festival. The event began with the screening of

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The Future Is Female: A Lunch For Perfect Ten At Little Ghent Farm

Amy Krzanik reports from Ghent. I can almost see a lightbulb appear, glowing, above Paula Forman’s head as she recalls how the idea for the Perfect Ten After School program came to her. Six years ago, she overheard some very young girls on a Hudson, N.Y. street in

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Ferrin Contemporary Dishes + Dines With The Presidents

Lisa Green reports from North Adams. Leslie Ferrin of Ferrin Contemporary obviously scheduled the “Know Justice” exhibit to coincide with the presidential election season, but who knew the collection of works by Justin and Brooke Rothshank would be imbued with such significance? On Saturday, Oct. 15, a small group of

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Nick Cave's Immersive Exhibition, "Until," Opens At MASS MoCA

Amy Krzanik reports from North Adams. The word “wow” has likely been heard thousands of times inside MASS MoCA’s galleries during the museum’s 17-year lifespan. The football field-sized Building 5 exhibition space can take some of the credit for this, as its vast proportions have allowed

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