Weekend Outlook: See the FirefliesBy Breanna Steele, iBerkshires Staff
01:52PM / Friday, June 27, 2025 | |
Check out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including firefly catching, musical performances, and more. Farmers' markets are open for the season and can be found here.
Steeple City Social, North Adams
Time: Sunday, 4 to 7 p.m. Celebrate the last days of Pride Month with a tea dance at Steeple City Social on historic Eagle Street hosted by Berkshire drag queen Bella Santarella. Socialize, dance, drink, snack, flirt, and be entertained by some top talent. More information here.
1375 N. Main St., Sheffield
Time: Friday, 3 p.m. Actor and comedian Jim Belushi is stopping by marijuana dispensary The Pass before his sold-out blues concert at the Egremont Barn. He also owns
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Author To Discuss 'The Gritty Berkshires' at North Adams Public Library| 07:46AM / Thursday, June 26, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The North Adams Public Library, in collaboration with the North Adams Historical Society, will host author Maynard Seider for a discussion of his book, "The Gritty Berkshires: A People's History from the Hoosac Tunnel to MASS MoCA." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 18, at 6 p.m. in the library's third-floor community room. Seider's book focuses on the immigrants and their descendants who dug the Hoosac Tunnel, worked in the textile mills and the shoe factories of North Berkshire, and produced capacitors at Sprague Electric Company. The presentation will trace this history from the early 19th century to the present, drawing
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Jazzmeia Horn to Perform at Mass MoCA| 08:17AM / Tuesday, June 24, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Multi-award winning vocalist Jazzmeia Horn is scheduled to perform at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art's Hunter Center on Saturday, June 28, at 8 p.m. The performance will feature the group Black Nile. This event is part of Mass MoCA's ongoing series showcasing contemporary jazz artists. Tickets are available for $29 in advance, $39 during the week of the performance, and $59 for preferred seating. Members will receive a 10 percent discount on tickets. >> Read More |
Nicholas Carr Presentation at Mass MoCA| 07:46AM / Monday, June 23, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Nicholas Carr, a commentator on the human impact of technology, is scheduled to deliver a presentation titled "Superbloom" at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art on Thursday, June 26, at 5 p.m. According to a press release: Carr's presentation will address modern communication, examining how messaging applications affect nuance, how "digital crowding" may diminish empathy, and how online political discourse might influence perception. He will also discuss how AI advancements are impacting the distinction between reality and fantasy. The event will explore what Carr describes as the human psyche's challenges in >> Read More |
Weekend Outlook: Pride, Music, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:06PM / Thursday, June 19, 2025 | |
Check out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including nature outings, musical bingo, and more. Farmers' markets are open for the season and can be found towards the end of this article. Mass MoCA, North Adams Saturday, June 21 The museum is opening up its doors with free admission, allowing visitors to participate in tours, art-making in Kidspace, author talks, and conversations with artists about exhibitions. More information here. Berkshire HorseWorks, Richmond Time: 6 p.m. There will be a meet and greet with the herd of horses from 6:30 until 7 followed by a sound bath led by Nora >> Read More |
North Adams Public Library to Host Cosplay Workshop| 07:38AM / Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —The North Adams Public Library is scheduled to host a cosplay workshop presented by Eldritch Arts, expert costume & prop makers. The event is set for Wednesday, June 11, at 6 p.m. and will take place in the library's third-floor community room. The workshop aims to teach attendees accessible, beginner-friendly, and inexpensive approaches to cosplay. Participants will learn to create leather bracelets that can be customized with stamps and fasteners, or to create and decorate bracers, which resemble body armor. All materials will be provided, and attendees will retain their creations. The program is free, and registration is required due to limited space.
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Library to Host 'Pages of a Story' Exhibit| 07:33AM / Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The North Adams Public Library is scheduled to host the unveiling of "Pages of a Story," an exhibit created by local artist Gloria Calderon-Saenz. The event is set for Wednesday, June 11, at 5 p.m. at the library, located at 74 Church Street. The library will provide light refreshments and hors d'oeuvres during the event. Gloria Calderon-Saenz "will be available for conversation & questions," according to the announcement. >> Read More |
Martha Redbone to Perform 'Song-scapes' at MASS MoCA| 08:09AM / Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Martha Redbone and her touring band are scheduled to perform on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 8:00 PM. The concert is presented in conjunction with Jeffrey Gibson's installation "POWER FULL BECAUSE WE’RE DIFFERENT" at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCA). The performance, titled "Song-scapes," is described as "an immersive, congregational concert honoring the space in sound, sonic time travel — connecting the ancestors and descendants, the past and present, unapologetically uplifting the Black and Indigenous interwoven American story in music." Tickets for the event are priced at $29 in advance, $39
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Mass MoCA Free Community Day | 08:03AM / Tuesday, June 17, 2025 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art will host a Community Day on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. offering free museum admission. A reception is scheduled in the R&D Store from 5 to 6. The event is slated to include museum tours, art-making activities in Kidspace, author talks, and conversations with artists regarding exhibitions. A complete schedule of activities will be released at a later date. This event is made possible by MountainOne, identified as Mass MoCA's Lead Community Sponsor. >> Read More |
Weekend Outlook: Faerie Festival, Celebrations, and MoreBy Breanna Steele, iBerkshires Staff
11:31AM / Friday, June 13, 2025 | |
Check out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including festivals, theatre, and more. Farmers markets are open for the season. Bowe Field, Adams Saturday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Celebrate creativity, learning, and stewardship of the Earth by putting on your fairy wings, and enjoying a magical day. The event features activities, music, vendors, and food. Admission cost $12 for adults, $5 for ages 6 to 12, children 5 and under are free. More information here. Jake's Java, Lanesborough Sunday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Celebrate with a caramel macchiato which is usually not on the menu! There will be live >> Read More |
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