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Fast Cars Under the Stars: Annual Gala for Community Mental Health Affiliates

Rachel Louchen reports from Lakeville, Ct. It didn't take a car enthusiast to appreciate the beauty of Lime Rock Park on Saturday, June 1, with the racetrack nestled between rolling mountain views. The venue was the setting for "An Evening Under the Stars: Jazz and Chrome,"

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Like the Temperature Outside: Ellsworth Kelly Hits Ninety

Dale Stewart reports from Chatham, NY.On Friday, May 31, one of the hottest days so far this year, intrepid gallery-goers packed shoulder to shoulder into the small Thompson Giroux Gallery on Main Street in Chatham to get a rare peek both at the art and actual person of Ellsworth

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Columbia Land Conservancy's Country Barbecue: Come Rain or Come Shine

Dale Stewart reports from Livingston, NY. The threatening skies and fall-like weather muted the attendance at the Sunday, May 26, Columbia Land Conservancy's Country Barbecue, the 26th annual event at David Rockefeller’s Clum and Patchen Farm. Those who did venture out were rewarded with the sounds of

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Curtains Up on Summer at the TriArts Sharon Playhouse

Sarah Todd reports from Sharon.At the annual fundraiser and season-opening party for TriArts Sharon Playhouse, held on Saturday, May 25, the mood was as bubbly as the chilled glasses of champagne that greeted guests at the door. Executive director Alice Bemand (left, with race car driving legend Skip Barber)

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Grown in the Berkshires Gala

Amy Krzanik reports from Williamstown.Tuesday, May 21, turned out to be a balmy night as the Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) celebrated its second-annual Grown in the Berkshires Gala Fundraiser at the Orchards Hotel. BCAC CFO Maggie Sheehan (far left), Board Vice President Michael Bedford (middle), and Executive Director

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VIM's 7th Annual Chefs' Dinner

Fiona Breslin reports from New Marlborough.It is always an honor to report on events for Volunteers in Medicine (VIM), the Great Barrington-based organization that provides top medical, dental, mental, and other healthcare for uninsured residents of the Berkshires. On Monday, May 20, VIM underwriters, contributors, and friends gathered at

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The Berkshire Museum Celebrates Wine and Wisdom

Amy Krzanik reports from Pittsfield.On Saturday, May 18, guests raised their glasses (and their auction paddles) to help The Berkshire Museum celebrate its ninth biennial Wine Gala and Auction. The Ellen Crane Memorial Room was turned into an eden of hors d'ouevres from local favorites Haven Cafe

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Trade Secrets: Shopping and Socializing for a Worthy Cause

Dan Shaw reports from Sharon, CT:It was one of those picture perfect spring mornings that the organizers of the 13th annual Trade Secrets rare plant and garden antiques sale had been praying for. More than 60 dealers--including Richard Lambertson and Suzanne Cassano (photo left) of Privet House in New

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Construct Inc. Brings Out the Community

Rachel Louchen reports from Great Barrington. It seemed as if just about everyone in the Berkshires gathered at Crissey Farm on Monday, May 13, for Construct Inc.'s annual fundraiser, Mayfest, which raises money so that the organization can continue to provide housing, financial aid, and other multiple forms

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CATA Celebrates 20 Years of Making Art

Amy Krzanik reports from Lenox.Despite the rain, spirits were high on Saturday, May 11, as Community Access to the Arts (CATA) celebrated its 20th anniversary in style at Shakespeare and Company. The night’s festivities included cocktails, silent and live auctions, a gourmet dinner, and a dance party with

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Ladies (and Gentleman) in Red: Rites of Passage Fundraising Gala

Rachel Louchen reports from Pittsfield. Guests were told to dress to impress in red on Friday, May 11, for a fundraiser gala benefiting Rogue Angel Theater at the Whitney Center, which was transformed into a festively decorated room with rose petals strewn on the floor, red lighting, and Moroccan style

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Ramp Fest: Third Time's Still the Charm

Dale Stewart reports from Hudson. If the line snaking out to the parking lot of Basilica Hudson on Saturday, May 4, was any indication, the third annual Ramp Fest was a wild success. And the lines didn’t stop at the parking lot: Some foodies piled up three deep to

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