North Adams Happenings: April 13-19| 11:41AM / Wednesday, April 13, 2016 | |
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April 30
FIGMENT North Adams 2016
Windsor Lake
Free
3 – 9:30 PM
For more information
On April 30, 2016, North Adams' Windsor Lake will transform into a wondrous playground of interactive artworks and performances for curious people of all ages to explore!
FIGMENT North Adams is a community forum for the creation and display of free, public, accessible, participatory and interactive art by emerging artists across all disciplines and creative experimenters alike.
FIGMENT's vision for art is not just something that you stand still and quietly look at – it is something you participate in. You touch it, smell it, write on it, talk to it, dance with it, play with it, learn from it. Interactive art creates a dynamic collaboration between the artist, the audience and their environment.
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Bad Drama Club Meeting
Common Folk
18 Holden St
(413) 749-2119
6:30 PM
Free
for more information
BAD DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS: THE GREAT NORTH ADAMS BUBONIC PLAGUE OF 2016
Question: What does the average Medieval European peasant have in common with present day North Adams?
Answer: Disturbingly obstructed access to adequate health care!
Can you imagine what would happen if the bubonic plague (a.k.a. the Black Death) broke out in North Adams? How would people realize what was happening? What (if any) infrastructure is in place to help the city government deal with an outbreak of plague? What would the Berkshire Eagle say about the whole mess? Over the next couple of months we’ll try to figure out how this sort of atrocity would go down in the Berkshires, and work towards some sort of performance based on what we find!
Come to the first informational meeting of “Bad Drama Club” if you are interested: we will be talking about what has happened the last few times the Black Death spread, theories for why and how it affected as much of the world as it has, and imagining how we would respond to the insanity ourselves.
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The Value of a Dollar:
Teaching Your Kids About Money
The Family Center
210 State St
(413) 664-4821
5:30 - 7 PM
Free
for more information
Workshop for parents of children kindergarten to 8th grade. Presented by Greylock Federal Credit Union, with the Family Center and The Family Place. Pizza dinner for adults and children. FREE giveaways and interactive fun!
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Talk on Large Wild Cats
MCLA Feigenbaum Center for Science & Innovation Rm. 121
375 Church St
(413) 662-5000
5:30 PM
Free
for more information
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts will conclude this spring’s Green Living Seminar series on “Living with Wildlife: Conflicts and Conservation” when Jennie Miller, an ecologist and conservation scientist with expertise in large carnivores and human-carnivore conflict, speaks on “International Conservation of Large Wild Cats: Minimizing Human-Wildlife Conflict.” This event, which will take place in the Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, room 121, is free and open to the public.
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Evening LEGO Group
North Adams Public Library
74 Church St
(413) 662 - 3133
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Free
for more information
The Family Center and the North Adams Library are joining forces to bring a Lego group to families with children ages 4 to 12 years old. We will provide Legos for you and your child to build and create. The group is FREE and drop in! Call the Family Center at 413-664-4821 for any questions. Held on the Third Floor!
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Knitting Night at Makers’ Mill
Makers’ Mill
73 Main St
(413) 749 - 2073
7 PM - 9 PM
Free, Donations Welcome
for more information
A weekly evening of knitting at Makers Mill! This program is open to all community members so bring a friend or make a new one. Need supplies or tools? We'll have discounted yarn for sale, needles and hooks for check out, and loads of great reference books. So bring an in-progress project or start up something new and make a new routine for yourself before winter sets in!
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DownStreet Art Call for Art Deadline
(413) 662-5253
for more information
The theme for DownStreet Art 2016 is “Meet Your Neighbors.” In an effort to highlight the talent of local artists, proposals are limited to artists living in or working within 20 miles of North Adams
To make DSA a success we need you! Artist submissions
are now open and will be accepted through April 15, 2016. This year, there are THREE opportunities for artists.
1) A new creative business incubator program. If selected, DSA will partner with you to find a pop-up space, provide professional development and a dedicated intern to turn your idea into a reality.
2) new DownStreet Art Projects will engage the larger community by sponsoring family-friendly participatory art projects at city/community events.
3) Call for Exhibitions. For selected artists or projects, DownStreet art provides the location, installation and marketing for the duration of the exhibit.
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Upcycled Jewelry Workshop
Common Folk
18 Holden St
RSVP wearecommonfolk@gmail.com
5 PM
$10 Donation
for more information
A $10 donation will gain you access to supplies, tools, and any recycled jewelry pieces that you desire. If you have your own, that's fine too, bring anything you think you will need.
Have your own project to work on? Bring it! Sweens will offer suggestions for fixtures and bringing your pieces to life.
Do you have any tips or ideas worth sharing? Bring those with you too and share with fellow workshoppers what works best for you! Feel free to make suggestions for how to make this workshop benefit you the most.
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Open Mic Fridays
The Parlor Café
303 Ashland St
(413) 346-4279
5 - 7 PM
Free
for more information
Open mic night at the Parlor Café. Sign-up at the bar starts at 5PM.
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Indigo Resist Dyeing Open Studio
Makers’ Mill
73 Main St
(413) 749 - 2073
7 PM - 9 PM
$26.62
for more information
Learn a new skill at the Maker’s Mill and leave with a new bandana or scarf. Class fee provides a simple introduction to Japanese resist dyeing (similar to tie dye) with natural Indigo, necessary supplies, and two 22” bandanas to practice dyeing techniques. Additional cotton bandanas ($5) and 30” square silk scarves ($10) will be available for an additional fee at the time of the class. *For a fully handmade experience, combine this workshop with Intro to Sewing and the Machine.*
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Book Signing:The Forgotten Ledge
of Fort Massachusetts
Western Gateway Heritage State Park
115 State St
(413) 664-4700
2-4 PM
Free
for more information
Author Wendy Champney will be releasing her new book “The Forgotten Ledge of Fort Massachusetts” highlighting the importance of St. Francis Indian Ledge during the siege August 19-20, 1746. Books are available for purchase that day. This year marks the 270th anniversary of the Siege.
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Debo Band
Club B-10, MASS MoCA
1040 MASS MoCA Way
(413) 662-2111
8 PM
$10 Students | $16 Advance | $22 Day-of | $28 Preferred
for more information
The eleven-piece Debo Band expands upon the repertoire of Ethiopia’s golden era of Afro-pop. The band’s 2012 debut, released on Sub Pop to huge acclaim, offers some of the most infectious groove-based Ethio-funk ever recorded. You will dance!
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Figure Drawing Collective
Makers' Mill 73 Main Street
(413) 749-2073
7-9PM
$5/members, $10/drop-in
for more information
Be part of the figure drawing collective at Makers’ Mill. Sessions run every Monday and will focus on long poses, and include a warm up consisting of several short poses.
We’ll be bringing in local models and a local, figure drawing instructor who will drop-in as available. Get in as at the ground level to shape the direction this collective takes. Bring your own lap board, paper, pencils, and creative energy! |
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The Next Step – Documentary KICKSTARTER
Contact - www.JoeAidonidis.com
for more information
On August 2nd, 2008, a drunk driver slammed into Clara Gardner and pinned her against another car. The accident would take both of her legs above the knee and change her life forever. Joe Aidonidis and Augusta Rose, locally settled artists and arts advocates, as well as affiliates with Common Folk artist collective, have been documenting the process of rehabilitation and daily life for Ms. Gardner over the past few years, and have been focusing on her new potential surgery to make her prosthetics more comfortable and livable. Since it is not available in the United States, Clara will be traveling to Sydney, Australia to have this revolutionary surgery. The team will travel with her to document her surgery, recovery, and rehabilitation, as well as speak to doctors, professionals, and fellow amputees. This campaign will support our efforts by raising funds for travel, living accommodations, and other production expenses related to the trip.
April 13 - Berkshire DIVA’s Quarter Auction
Bounti-Faire | 200 Howland Ave, Adams
(413) 743-0193
6 PM
Free (Bring Quarters)
for more information
Join Us! You could WIN a $50 shopping spree with Robyn of Buskins just for coming to the quarter auction! Prizes will randomly be given out through the evening too! Our consultants will have tables set up, some with cash and carry items or you can place orders and even book a party! 50/50 and Chinese Auction for our charity of the month Adams Girl Scout Troop.
What is a Quarter Auction?
A Quarter Auction is a group of consultants gathering their products together and raffling them off for quarters. It is a fun filled night of auction, raffles and MORE! This is based on a game of chance and not the highest bidder.
Never been before? Here’s what to do!
1. Show up with friends and family members! The more people that attend the more fun we have!
2. Bring a bunch of quarters! (about $15-25 worth) This is how you will bid!
April 18 - Sandie’s Survivors Paint & Sip Fundraiser
American Legion | 91 American Legion Dr
Reserve (413) 205-8346
6 PM
$35
for more information
Uncork your creativity and have some fun with Berkshire Paint & Sip on 4/18 as we help to raise funds for Sandie's Survivors Relay for Life team at the American Legion, 91 American Legion Dr, North Adams. You'll learn to paint this sweet image of "Starfish" on a large 16x20 canvas. All materials and instruction included for $35.
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Tuesdays through April
Knitting Group
The Milne Public Library, 1095 Main Street, Williamstown
413-458-5369
2 – 4 PM
Free
for more information
We will host a knitting group every Tuesday from 2:00-4:00 beginning January 12th and continuing into April. All levels of experience are welcome. The program is free and open to the public. Just bring your projects and knit. The group may explore different yarns and items to knit including socks, shawls, sweaters, hats, etc. You can start at any time. The group coordinator will be Carole Thompson who enjoys exploring yarns and designing her own patterns using body measurements. Carole is the Curator of the Robert Frost Museum in Shaftsbury. The David & Joyce Milne Public Library is located at 1095 Main St. Williamstown, (413) 458-5369.
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Wednesday April 13
Williamstown Candidates Forum
Selector’s Room; Town Hall
31 North St, Williamstown
(413) 458-3500
7:30 PM
Free
The League of Women of Williamstown is sponsoring forums for the candidates in contested races for town offices in Williamstown. The public is invited to attend and participate. Candidates running for a two-year term on the Planning Board are scheduled for Wednesday, April 13, at 7:30 pm. Candidates will make opening and closing statements, and members of the audience will have the opportunity to ask questions. The Williamstown town elections will be held on Tuesday, May 10, at the Williamstown Elementary School.
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Friday April 15
Bird Walks at Canoe Meadows
Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary
Holmes Rd, Pittsfield
(413) 673-0320
8 - 10 AM
Free
for more information
Spring and Fall are the seasons to look for migrants of all kinds, especially the beautiful wood-warblers. Walk past wetlands and meadows and through woodlands observing changes in bird species each week. Bring binoculars. Beginners welcome.
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Sunday April 17
Teller of Tales: Traditional & Contemporary Storytelling
Drawing Room; The Mount | 2 Plunckett St, Lenox
(413) 551-5100
2 PM
$18 | $15 Mount Members
http://www.edithwharton.org/event/tellers-of-tales-traditional-and-contemporary-storytelling/
Two master storytellers, Matthew Dicks and Tom Lee, demonstrate the legacy of oral storytelling by juxtaposing traditional folk tales with modern stories of everyday life. Using their two different styles, the tellers will touch on the themes “In the Beginning,” and “Crime and Punishment,” showcasing the unique ways storytelling has changed over time. Matthew Dicks first started telling stories in 2011 and has won 20 Moth StorySLAMs as well as 3 Moth GrandSLAM championships. Matt is also the co-founder of Speak Up, a Hartford-based storytelling organization, producing shows throughout New England. Tom Lee has been telling traditional stories for nearly thirty years, and has performed at the Edinburgh Festival and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Tom also participated in the 2015 Teller-in-Residence series at the International Storytelling Center in Jonesborough, Tennessee.The Mount
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Wednesday April 13
Our Next B.I.G. Idea: Understanding the Future of Work and How To Attract and Retain Milennials
The Colonial Theatre
111 South St, Pittsfield
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$25
for more information
Attracting and retaining top talent takes work. Employers need to adapt to evolving needs of today’s workers, including Millennials. 1Berkshire, through our Berkshire Initiative for Growth, is thrilled to partner with Live in the Grey, a NYC-based firm with expertise on workplace cultures. Attendees will hear from Brad Lande, CEO of Live in the Grey, participate in their interactive “Values at Work” training, and hear from local CEOs who are embracing unique workplace philosophies. Join us at Our Next B.I.G. Idea: Understanding the Future of Work and How to Attract and Retain Millennials. Live in the Grey is a movement that helps companies and individuals thrive by living more authentically in the workplace.
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Thursday April 14
10th Annual 411 In the 413 Conference
Hancock Shaker Village
1843 W Housatonic St, Pittsfield
(413) 442-6948 x 15
9:30 AM - 3 PM
Free
The 10th annual “411 in the 413 Youth Conference” will be held at Hancock Shaker Village. The “411 in the 413” is a conference for youth run by youth. The conference offers a unique opportunity for 10 students from various schools in Berkshire County to come together, meet new friends, discuss current events, offer ideas and resources for transitioning into life after high school, and find ways to be involved in our community. This year’s conference will feature workshops relating to four tracks: Environment Sustainability, The Arts, Social Justice, and Business & Technology. Workshop facilitators from all over the county will present hour-long workshops on subjects that peak the interests of Berkshire County youth. For more information about the conference, please contact Nataly Garzon, Coordinator of Positive Youth Development, at ngarzon@berkshireunitedway.org or call 413.442.6948, ext. 15.
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Saturday April 16
Vocal Ensemble EYA
Thompson Memorial Chapel (Williams College)
880 North St, Williamstown
8 PM
Free
for more information
Medieval music vocal ensemble Eya offer a unique program titled “Heartform” in the unique setting and beautiful acoustics of Thompson Memorial Chapel on the Williams College campus. Inspired by the exquisite Chansonnier Cordiforme (“Heart-shaped Songbook”), Eya sifts through a fantastic array of music and poetry that speaks of longing, of sensuality, of connection with the Beloved
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Tuesday April 19
Kids Cooking Class
Hotel on North
297 North St, Pittsfield
Reserve (413) 358-4741
2 - 4 PM
$25 per Child
for more information
Children ages 6-15 years old can join us for an afternoon of culinary fun making pizza and cupcakes 2pm-4pm. $25 per child CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED, call to register.
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