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North Adams Happenings: April 22-28
12:45PM / Wednesday, April 22, 2015
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North Adams Happenings
Brought to you by the MCLA Berkshire Cultural Resource Center
and the North Adams Office of Tourism & Community Events
Wednesday April 22nd - Tuesday April 28th
 
Save the Date
Saturday, May 2

Saturday, May 2 -  MCLA Service Day/Hoosic River Area Clean Up
South Branch of the Hoosic at the Sons of Italy parking lot
Christopher Columbus Drive, North Adams, MA
(413) 458-2742
10:00 - 12:00 PM
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We Need You….The Hoosic River Revival Pilot Project  area needs a clean up! Help the Hoosic River Watershed, Hoosic River Revival, and MCLA volunteers get the land next to the river cleared of debris. Wear appropriate clothing; gloves and trash bags will be provided as needed. Bring water and snacks with you. Meet near the South Branch of the Hoosic by parking near the Sons of Italy building by 10 a.m. or start earlier with breakfast snacks at MCLA's Church Street Center beginning at 8:30. For more information, contact Steve McMahon at 413-458-2742 or s.mcmahon@hoorwa.org by April 30 for preregistration.

Opportunities
Rent your extra rooms or entire house for Solid Sound Festival

List it Now! – Festival Dates June 26-28

Solid Sound-ers are coming! And they want to rent from you!
If your house or room is available during our festival weekend (June 26-28), list it on airbnb right now (while ticket-holders are making plans).  We refer callers there daily for potential rentals. 
Listing your Solid Sound vacancy is a great way to meet great people and make a few bucks, too. Sign up here.

 
Wednesday, May 13 - The Neighborlies. Nominate someone now!

Congregation Beth Israel
53 Lois Street, North Adams
5:00 to 6:30 PM
Visit NBCCoalition.org to nominate someone online.

The Spring Neighborlies will soon be here!! Celebrate individuals and groups who have made a positive impact in our community. Nominate someone now! Categories include: Neighborly Acts, Groups Pulling Together, Youth Taking the Lead, Business/Agency Support and Community Health and Wellness.

 

Call for Vendors! – Berkshire Chamber Spring Expo
Deadline Extended to April 24

Bigger and better than ever, our Spring into Summer Expo will feature a farmers market, car show, restaurant tastings, and a host of businesses, large and small, exhibiting their offerings! From home improvement, interior decorating, landscaping, and financing–to education, health and wellness, and entertainment. This is going to be a celebration of all the Berkshires has to offer as we prepare for sunnier days! 

For information and applications contact: Danielle Thomas at (413) 499-4000 X126 or email dthomas@berkshirechamber.com

Wednesday, April 22nd
HAPPY EARTH DAY!
Miner Combat

69 Union Street
(413) 652-4563
6:00 AM
$5
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Try out these Co-Ed boxing classes involving boxing, strength training and agility workouts.

 
Zumba

69 Union Street
(413) 652-4563
9:15 AM
$5
click here for more information
 
Dance Fitness, high energy, high intensity intervals. Great for all fitness levels!

 

Touch a Truck! FRC Fundraiser
Parking lot behind Haskins School
210 State Street
(413) 664-4821
10-Noon
Free
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Located in the parking lot behind the Haskins Building, State Street, North Adams. A FREE Community Event for the entire family! Come explore and learn about fire trucks, ambulances, school buses, tractors, dump trucks and many more of the community vehicles that participate in this popular annual event. Please stop by the bake sale table to buy or donate baked goods! All proceeds go to Family Resource Center Fundraising.   

 
Toddler Playgroup

Haskins Center Lower Level Playroom
210 State Street
(413) 664-4821
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Free
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Toddler Play and Learn at Haskins Center Lower level Playroom, 210 State St., is for ages 1 to 2.5 years.

 

North Adams Public Library:
Preschool Story Time & Crafts

Youth Services Department, 2nd floor
74 Church Street
(413) 662-3133 ext. 14
10:30 AM
Free
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Bring your preschooler (ages 3-6) to the second floor of the public library for story time! For more information, email naplib@yahoo.com.

 
MCLA Presents!Sekou Sundiata
evening of Spoken word and Poetry 

MCLA Gallery 51 - 51 Main Street
6:00 pm
(413)664-8718 
$5 Suggested Donation
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Hosted by Craig Harris, a contemporary and longtime collaborator with Sundiata. Harris will share stories of Sundiata's creative process and demonstrate the unique relationship between spoken word and music. MCLA students as well as voices from our local community will present original works, this evening is in remembrance of poet Sekou Sundiata. Sundiata was a Harlem born, African American poet, activist and performer. The sound of Sundiata's voice became iconic as his words were always full of honesty, warm-heartedness, comedy, righteous anger, and longing.

 

Let’s Dance!
SOMA (Eclipse Mill Artist Lofts, #407)
243 Union Street
(413) 626-2463
6:00 - 7:00 PM
$8-10 donation suggested

After a short warm-up we'll allow the fun, funky, enticing music move our bodies. Join us in a relaxed, judgment-free zone.  Experience the joy and exhilaration that comes from dancing freely. Absolutely no experience necessary.  Lights will be dimmed and no one will be watching. Dance floor is heated! Call or email for more information.

Thursday, April 23rd

MCLA To Present 13th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference
MCLA Campus
(413) 662-5203
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Free
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The annual Undergraduate Research Conference, is a campus-wide celebration of the talent and dedication of MCLA students. The conference encompasses a broad definition of "research," welcoming undergraduate scholarship and creative activity in all fields of study. This event, which recognizes students for their hard work and dedication for their academic projects in a variety of disciplines, is free and open to the public. Some 120 students from across all discipline areas will offer 65 presentations during this all-day event.

 

Haskins Center Gym Group
Haskins Center
210 State Street
(413) 664-4821
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
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Parent, Erin Lenski will lead families in simple yoga at this week’s gym group! Gym Group at Haskins Center is for ages walking to 5 years old.

 

Comedian Kyle Martin Live at the Freight Yard Pub
Freight Yard Pub
3 Furnace Street
(302) 584-7909
6:00 PM
Free with promo code “northadams”
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One night only! Come to the Freight Yard Pub to enjoy the comedy stylings of Los Angeles-based comedian Kyle Martin as he kicks off his “I Hope I’m Not Boring Tour.” People have told him, “You might not want to do comedy in the Berkshires.” and “The entire area is too PC for comedy,” but much like Kevin Bacon in Footloose, Kyle’s a rebel who just wants to dance, but mostly tell jokes! The show is only $5 for people who want to have fun. “Fun? That’s not really me,” you say? The show only costs $20 for you. 6pm sharp.

 

A New England Food Vision: Talk with Dr. Brian Donahue
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA)
Murdock Hall, Room 218
5:30- 6:30 PM
FREE
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A New England Food Vision – A talk with Dr. Brian Donahue, Associate Professor of American Environmental Studies, Brandeis University. New England Food Vision is a regional, collaborative network organized around a single goal: to transform the New England food system into a resilient driver of racial equity and food justice, health, sustainable farming and fishing, and thriving communities.

 

Edward Jones: Demystifying Investments
North Adams Public Library
3rd floor Communtity Room
74 Church Street
(413) 662-3133 ext. 14
4:30 PM
Free
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We can all start small. Over 60% of us have no savings vehicle for the future. Some of that is fear, some is just not knowing where or how to start. This seminar with give you ideas and hope. Part of North Adams Public Library's Money Smart Week.

 

Mountain One: Credit Matters
North Adams Public Library
3rd floor Communtity Room
74 Church Street
(413) 662-3133 ext. 14
6:30-7:30 PM
Free
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Where does it go? Where should it go? Everybody can budget but sometimes we need a refresher. No matter what your income, this program will help you become a better financial planner. Part of North Adams Public Library's Money Smart Week.

 

Open Mic Comedy
The Parlor Café
303 Ashland St.
(413) 346-4279
8:00 PM
Free
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After filing your taxes, you will need the laugh. This month's 4th Thursday Open Mic Comedy Night is a perfect chance to try out your material in front of a supportive audience. See working comedians practice, see local non-comedians try a joke. 

Friday, April 24th

Bingo
The Elks Lodge
100 Eagle Street
(413) 664-9039
6:30 PM
18+
$ varies
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30 plus games + a $1199.00 game. Food and beverages available for purchase. The money collected goes to local charities.

 
Community Yoga Classes

Frog Lotus Yoga
189 Beaver Street, Suite #207
(413) 664-8686
4:30 - 5:45 PM & 6:00 - 7:15 PM
$5 suggested donation
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Come enjoy our beautiful studio space and connect with the kula - or local community - through yoga! These are open doors classes welcome to all levels and fitness abilities. Our regular Community Yoga Class at 4:30 will vary in response to the group; this is a fun upbeat class for everybody, every level, and every wallet! Restorative Yoga at 6:00 is for those looking for a more relaxed approach to yoga, focusing on muscle release, relaxation and full restoration.

 
Friday Night Fun Club

Northern Berkshire YMCA
22 Brickyard Court
(413) 663-6529
6:00 - 8:00 PM
FREE
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Come check out this great way for kids to spend a Friday night! The program includes gym activities, swimming, Wii games and so much more. Erin Lee and her staff are creative and lots of fun all the while providing constant supervision throughout the evening!

 

Open Mic Fridays
The Parlor Cafe
303 Ashland Street
(413) 346-4279  
8:00 - 11:00 PM
Free
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Open mic night at the Parlor Café. Sign-ups start at 7:30 at the bar.

 
Freight Yard Pub Musician: : Rakish Paddy

Freight Yard Pub
3 Furnace Street
(413) 663-6547
8:00 PM
Free
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Head on over to the Freight Yard Pub for a tasty meal, beverage, and wonderful music performed by Rakish Paddy.

 
Karaoke Friday at State Street Tavern

167 State Street
(413) 664-9151
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Free
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Boogie on over to State Street Tavern and sing some tunes! Serenade the crowd by yourself or pull a group together and give them a show they’ll never forget!

Saturday, April 25th
Freedom Community Yoga

Freedom Dace Studio, backside of Holiday Inn
40 Main Street
(413) 281-0831
7:00 AM
Donations Suggested
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A donation based yoga class that will awaken, strengthen, and invigorate the mind and body. This class is open to all. Contact Amanda Chilson: achilson@nbccoalition.org for more information or with questions. For any cancellations or changes visit Amanda Chilson on Facebook.

 
Freight Yard Pub Musician: Patrick Gray

Freight Yard Pub
3 Furnace Street
(413) 663-6547
8:00 PM
Free
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Head on over to the Freight Yard Pub for a tasty meal, beverage, and wonderful music performed by Patrick Gray.

Sunday, April 26th

HIIT FIT
69 Union Street
(413) 652-4563
9:45 AM
$5
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HIIT FIT is made up of 6 rounds 1) Warm Up 2) Tone and Sculpt with resistance 3) Strength and Power with body weight 4) Burn & Shred with speed and agility training 5) Abs & Core 6) Cool down Insanity- Max interval training, all body weight total body workout, with modifications so any fitness level will be challenged.

 

Community Yoga Classes
Frog Lotus Yoga
189 Beaver Street, Suite #207
(413)664-8686
4:30 - 5:45 PM
$5 suggested donation
click here for more information

Come enjoy our beautiful studio space and connect with the kula - or local community - through yoga! These are open doors classes welcome to all levels and fitness abilities. Restorative Yoga is for those looking for a more relaxed approach to yoga, focusing on muscle release, relaxation and full restoration. Our regular Community Yoga will vary in response to the group. This is a fun upbeat class for everybody, every level, and every wallet!  

Monday, April 27th
Miner Combat

69 Union Street
(413) 652-4563
6:00 AM
$5
click here for more information

Try out these Co-Ed boxing classes involving boxing, strength training and agility workouts.

 
Zumba

69 Union Street
(413) 652-4563
9:15 AM
$5
click here for more information
 
Dance Fitness, high energy, high intensity intervals. Great for all fitness levels!

 

Haskins Center Gym Group
Haskins Center
210 State Street
(413) 664-4821
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
click here for more information
 
Gym Group at Haskins Center, 210 State St., is for ages walking to 5 years old.
 

Tuesday, April 28th

Haskin Center Preschool Playgroup
Haskins Center Lower Level Playroom
210 State Road
(413) 664-4821
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
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The Preschool Group at the Haskins Center is for ages 2.5-5 years old.

 
Berkshire Nursing Families Baby Group

Haskins Center Lower Level Playroom
210 State Street
(413) 743-5338
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
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An informal playgroup for families with breastfeeding children to socialize, get parenting support, breastfeeding advice from other families.  Baby scale is available for weight checks.   No registration is required and they are free to attend.

 
Toddler Time: Stories & Songs

Youth Services Dept., 2nd floor
74 Church Street
(413) 662-3133 ext. 14
10:30 AM
Free
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Parents and children enjoy story time, followed by interactive music at the North Adams Public Library. Appropriate for ages 1-3 years.

 

Playing, Learning and Growing – A 4 week Series for Parents
Haskins Center
210 State Street
(413) 664-4821
3:30-5:00 PM
Free – Please call to register
 
 “Through Play, Children Create Themselves.” The value of play is important in the mental and emotional growth of young children. In this fun and informative session,  we will show how young children learn through exploration and free play. You will learn the importance and benefits of playfulness for you and your child. Each family will receive a goodie bag to take home filled with play power!  This is the first in a 4 week series on Tuesdays from 3:30-5:00 pm. May 5: Brain Building in Progress, May 12: Ages and Stages-Your Child’s Development and May 19: STEM for Families 

 

North Adams Chamber Event
Benchmark Kitchens
3489 State Road
413) 664-6078
5-7:30 PM
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The North Adams Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking event at Benchmark Kitchens, 349 State Road, for a sampling of food and wine. In support of Habitat for Humanity, a voluntary donation of $20 will be taken at the door that will help build needed homes in northern Berkshire County. Register online.

 

$5 Tuesdays!

North Adams Movieplex
86 Main Street
(413) 663-6300
All Day
$5 non-3D movies/$6.50 3D movies
click here for more information

Come down to the North Adams Movieplex with your family and friends for cheap movies!

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