North Adams Happenings: June 7-31| 12:53PM / Wednesday, June 07, 2017 | |
North Adams Happenings:
June 7th - 13th
Brought to you by: MCLA's Berkshire Cultural Resource Center and the North Adams Office of Tourism & Community Events
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6/16
Carl Hancock Rux
MASS MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way
8pm
$15 advance
Carl Hancock Rux is full of promise and virtuosity… a gifted poet who offers up vibrant imagery like a street corner preacher in the midst of a nervous breakdown.” — The New York Times
Performing in Nick Cave’s expansive installation Until, Carl Hancock Rux returns to MASS MoCA for an evening of spoken word and poetry created in response to the exhibition. |
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6/16
Underground Sounds: Community Open Mic
ROOTS Teen Center, 43 Eagle Street
www.rootsteencenter.com
7pm-9pm/Sign ups: 6:30
Free but donations are welcome!
Come one, come all! ROOTS presents Underground Sounds: An Open Mic series geared toward folks of all ages and open to the community. Come perform with us: poets, musicians, artists, magicians, and all of the like, and enjoy a night of awesomly talented individuals! All art forms are welcome.
Sign ups start at 6:30pm. Come early to make sure you get on the list. And don't forget to invite and share this with your friends!
Featuring local poet: Asha Kelton
Free Admission, but donations are strongly encouraged! |
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6/17
Berkshire Mountain Faerie Festival
Bowe Field, 371 Old Columbia St., Adams MA
10am-10pm
$6/adults, Free for kids 12 & under
Join us for the day as the Berkshire Mountains Faerie Festival celebrates the Summer Solstice. The veil shielding the Faerie Realm will fall away revealing a family-oriented experience celebrating creativity, learning, and stewardship of the Earth.
Events to include faerie wing embellishment, story telling and author visits, parades, music, puppets, food and amazing vendors selling all kinds of wonderful things.
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6/18
Father's Day Fest
Bright Ideas Brewing, 111 MASS MoCA Way
413-346-4460
3-7pm
Free!
Join us on Father's Day, June 18, as we celebrate the official one-year anniversary of Bright Ideas - North Adams' hometown brewery. A "For Dads, By Dads" afternoon of great live music from GOOD FRIENDS (featuring Ian O'Neil, Dennis Ryan, And Christopher Ryan of Deer Tick) and Beard & Glasses, delicious street food from CRISP Event Planning & Catering and Hot Tomatoes, and, of course, spectacular beer! Kick off summer. Get Right. Drink Bright.
Ian O’Neil, Dennis Ryan, and Christopher Ryan are GOOD FRIENDS. Contributing songwriting duties to Rhode Island rock band Deer Tick, Ian and Dennis found themselves with an overflow of work and a desire to share it as often as possible. They will be singing, laughing, playing, hopefully not crying, and they wish for you to do the same.
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6/18
MAGICON in Adams
Greylock Glenn, Adams
413-346-4460
1-6pm
$15-$20, Children 12 & Under Free
M.A.G.I.Con is a Harry Potter and Ilvermorny fan event, celebrating all things magical! Join us for live music at the Greylock Glen with Harry and the Potters featuring Rakish Paddy, a Quidditch demo with Boston University Quidditch, Geocaching demos with Berkshire GeoBash, food, drink from Bright Ideas Brewing, vendors, and much, much more! Tickets on sale Tuesday, May 2nd! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/magicon-2017-tickets-33256728771
Many thanks to Greylock Federal Credit Union for their generous sponsorship, which has made this event free for children 12 and under!
As details emerge, we will be sure to update this page with the news and additional information we have to share!
*M.A.G.I.Con is not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported (directly or indirectly) by Warner Bros. Entertainment, Universal Studios, the Harry Potter book publishers, Pottermore.com or J.K. Rowling and her representatives. HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are trademarks and © Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. Harry Potter publishing Rights © JKR. The event is intended as a way to bring together fans of all things magical and mischievous!
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6/19
Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age
Drury High School, 1130 Church Street
5pm
FREE!
for more information
Join us for a screening of the film, SCREENAGERS: Growing Up in the Digital Age followed by a panel discussion. SCREENAGERS is a documentary that explores the impact of screen technology on kids and offers multiple approaches on how parents and educators can work with kids to help them achieve a healthy amount of screen time. Sponsored by the Northern Berkshire Youth Collaborative, the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition, Berkshire United Way and The Brien Center. |
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6/23-6/25
Solid Sound: Wilco's Music & Arts Festival
MASS MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way
$50-$160
for more information
Spanning three days and four stages, Solid Sound includes music by Wilco and its members’ side projects, as well as many other (soon-to-be-announced) musical performers. It also features a full comedy lineup programmed by festival alum John Hodgman, family fun for all ages, local food, craft beer, camping, naturalist activities, and more. Find lodging options here and here.
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6/29
DownStreet Art Kick Off & Movie Under the Stars at Colegrove Park
Downtown
5-8pm/Movie starts at dusk
Free!
for more information
Join us for the kickoff DownStreet Art Thursday of 2017! Visit downstreetart.org for a complete list of activities (coming soon) After Downstreet Art winds down, join us in Colegrove Park for a free viewing of Jumanji.
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Preschool Storytime
North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St
(413) 662-3133
10:30 am
Free!
for more information
Preschool storytime and craft at the North Adams Public Library in the Youth Services Department is held for ages 3 to 6 years old, siblings welcome. Several stories will be read and there is time to share ideas and thoughts as well as complete a craft.
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Concerts at the Lake Kick Off
with Misty Blues
Windsor Lake, 200 Windsor Lake Road
413-664-6180
6:30pm
Free!
for more information
Join the community for the first free concert of the Windsor Lake summer concert series! Bring the family, beach chairs, blankets, and a positive vibe to this uplifting community-based concert!
Misty Blues is the oldest standing blues band in Berkshire County; performing since 1999. Misty Blues performs groovable original, classic and contemporary blues as well as blues infused funk, R&B and gospel. Founding members include lead singer, Gina Coleman, guitarist, Jason Webster, and bassist, Bill Patriquin. The band performing as a duet up to a full seven-piece group, which is rounded out by the musicianship of Ben Kohn, Rob Tatten, Jeff Dudizak and Aaron Dean.
These concerts combine great music with the beautiful natural backdrop of Windsor Lake. Pack a picnic, bring a chair or blanket, and let the sweet sounds of music and water carry you away on a warm summer night. Concessions are available at the lake, but people are welcome to bring their own food.Parking is free, and swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing are allowed at the lake. All cancelations will be called by 3PM on the day of the concert. Rain Dates tbd. |
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SteepleCats Vs. Sanford Mainers
Joe Wolfe Field, 310 State Street
6:30pm
$5/adults, $3/seniors&students, $1/ages6-12, free/5&under, $12/family of up to 5
for more information
Tickets for upcoming SteepleCats home games can be purchased at the SteepleCats ticket booth or inside Joe Wolfe Field at the SteepleCats concession stand located near third base, during any SteepleCats home game.
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After-School Program
UNO Community Center, 157 River St.
(413) 663-7588 Ext. 22
4 - 5 pm
Free!
for more information
After-School Program Now Through the End of the School Year!
Serving students in 4th Grade - 8th Grade. Healthy Snack, Homework Assistance, Tutoring, Computer Access and Creative Activities. FREE. For more information contact Geoffrey Pawlowski at (413) 663-7588 Ext. 22.
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SteepleCats Vs. Keene Swamp Bats
Joe Wolfe Field, 310 State Street
6:30pm
$5/adults, $3/seniors&students, $1/ages6-12, free/5&under, $12/family of up to 5
for more information
Tickets for upcoming SteepleCats home games can be purchased at the SteepleCats ticket booth or inside Joe Wolfe Field at the SteepleCats concession stand located near third base, during any SteepleCats home game.
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Spaghetti Dinner & Fundraiser
American Legion, 91 American Legion Drive
4pm-7pm
$10/adults, $5/children
A spaghetti and meatball dinner fundraiser will be held on Friday, June 9th from 4:00-7:00PM to benefit the Shayley Estes Memorial Scholarship Fund. The event will be held at the American Legion located at 91 American Legion Dr. in North Adams, MA and will include an auction, a 50/50 raffle and bake sale. Shayley Estes, a 2011 graduate of Drury High School, was murdered on July 24, 2015 in Phoenix, AZ. The Scholarship Fund was established to recognize and award Drury seniors continuing their education in the Sciences and who demonstrate a commitment to volunteering and public service. Tickets for the event are $10 for adults and $5 for children ten and under and may be purchased at the door. |
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North Adams Farmer's Market Kick Off
St Anthony Drive & Marshall Street
413-664-6180
9am-1pm
Free!
for more information
Who’s ready to see some fresh greens?! The North Adams Farmers Market is excited to be back outside and ready for the main season! Who’ll be at the market this week? Square Roots Farm, Mountain Girl Farm, Many Forks Farm, Clarksburg Bread Co., Caroline’s Scottish Shortbread, Jaeschke’s Orchard, MonArtistic Pet Products, Morin Gardens, Natalya’s, Mark Smigel, newcomer New Leaf Farm, and more! |
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Monotypes from Nature Workshop
Beaver Mill, Studio 202
10am-4pm
$100/all supplies included
for more information
Wade through your garden or grab some ferns from the side of the road for this printmaking workshop directly inspired from nature. Learn how to mix inks, roll out ink with a brayer onto plexiglas, place your natural findings in a pleasing composition, and print using an etching press. Watch demonstrations and make prints all day long! No experience necessary.
Cost: $100. All supplies included.
Register here: http://www.valeriecarrigan.com/monotypes-from-nature/
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Macaroni & Cheese Contest
Berkshire Food Project, First Congregational Church, 134 Main Street
11am
$8/adults, $5/kids
for more information
Chefs from all over town will be cooking their best Mac & Cheese for you to decide whose is tops! Proceeds to benefit the Berkshire Food Project.$8/Adults $5/Kids
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Berkshire Scenic Railway Hoosac Valley Train Rides
98 Crowley Ave
www.hoosacvalleytrainrides.com
1:30pm & 3:00pm
$12/adults, $10/seniors, $8/children 4-12
for more information
Welcome coach located at 98 Crowley Ave. Trains will depart North Adams Station at 11:00am, 1:30pm & 3:00pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Ticket Fares: Adult $12.00/Senior (65+) $10.00/Child (4-12)$8.00. Tickets are available for reservation and pre-purchase at hoosacvalleytrainride.com page or walk-up at the North Adams Welcome Coach. Cabaret Train Getaways at 7PM, July 15 & 29; August 12 & 26 and Sept.9 & 23.
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Common Folk Presents:
Cactus Attack & Luke Tobin
Colegrove Park, North Church Street
2-5pm
Free!
for more information
Join us for this new free monthly summer concert series in Colegrove Park. Common Folk kicks-off the 3 concert series with Cactus Attack and Luke Tobin. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in downtown’s backyard! Feel free to bring food and snacks. Rain location: GAME ON, at 66 Main Street.
They are called Cactus Attack for a reason. Their energy will attack you. Hailing from the small state of Rhode Island, Cactus Attack's big sound will carry through the streets of North Adams like sound has ever done before. Prepare yourself for a foot-stomping, knee tapping, good ol' time! |
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The Church Crawl
Downtown
7-9pm
FREE!
for more information
First Congregational, First Baptist, and All Saints Churches | Every Saturday 7 – 9PM.
In coordination with Luftwerk steeple project, Cloudland, the First Baptist, First Congregational, and All Saints churches open their doors to visitors from 7 – 9PM every Saturday. “Come and see our churches from the inside and out. Learn about our history and our beautiful architecture, marvelous windows and more! ” The First Baptist Church is located 131 Main Street. The First Congregational Church is located at 134 Church Street. The All Saints Church is located at 59 Summer Street.
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NAMA Prom: Electric Flower Show
North Adams Elks Lodge, 100 Eagle Street
8pm
$7 adv / $10 door (21+ only)
Free!
for more information
Everything's coming up roses, kids! NAMA Prom is back. Get ready to tiptoe through the tulips all night long at one of the biggest semi-formal dance parties in the region. Join us for a bloomin' good time, featuring the always low-priced drinks from the Elks bar and sweet dance music provided by Cloud 9 Productions!
Bouquet of Special Features:
*2 floors of bars, dance floor, and lounges
*Photo "booth" with props
*Full cash bar with themed cocktails
*Snacks for early bloomers
Feel free to dress for the theme (floral crowns, corsages, floral gowns, squirting daisy lapel pins, or even a bee costume!) or wear whatever makes you feel fabulous. Please note, NAMA Prom is a strictly 21+ event. ID must be presented at the door. |
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Free Community Yoga
Colegrove Park, North Church Street
413-664-6180
3-4pm
Free!
for more information
This weekly All Levels Yoga class with Devin Kibbe of North Adams Yoga lets anyone join in traditional and inspired yoga poses, whether you have been practicing for decades or this is your first yoga class ever! Explore both strengthening poses and mobility exercises surrounded in the green grass of Colegrove Park in downtown North Adams. This class is best suited for ages 14+. Please dress in comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement and bring a yoga mat. Free.
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WMaBW Meet the Brewers!
Public Eat + Drink, 34 Holden Street
413-664-4444
1pm-3pm
Free, bring money for drink/food purchases
for more information
Come in Sunday afternoon for an opportunity to meet the brewers. The crew from Amherst Brewing + Rich from Hitchcock Brewing out of Whatley, MA. More will be announced, please check back for updates on this event.
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Berkshire Scenic Railway Hoosac Valley Train Rides
98 Crowley Ave
www.hoosacvalleytrainrides.com
1:30pm & 3:00pm
$12/adults, $10/seniors, $8/children 4-12
for more information
Welcome coach located at 98 Crowley Ave. Trains will depart North Adams Station at 11:00am, 1:30pm & 3:00pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Ticket Fares: Adult $12.00/Senior (65+) $10.00/Child (4-12)$8.00. Tickets are available for reservation and pre-purchase at hoosacvalleytrainride.com page or walk-up at the North Adams Welcome Coach. Cabaret Train Getaways at 7PM, July 15 & 29; August 12 & 26 and Sept.9 & 23.
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SteepleCats Vs. Valley Blue Sox
Joe Wolfe Field, 310 State Street
6:30pm
$5/adults, $3/seniors&students, $1/ages6-12, free/5&under, $12/family of up to 5
for more information
Tickets for upcoming SteepleCats home games can be purchased at the SteepleCats ticket booth or inside Joe Wolfe Field at the SteepleCats concession stand located near third base, during any SteepleCats home game.
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Figure Drawing Collective
Makers' Mill 73 Main Street
413-749-2073
7pm-9pm
$5 members, $10 drop in
for more information
Be part of a new figure drawing collective starting up at Makers’ Mill. Sessions will 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 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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Alzheimer's Association Education Program
North Adams Commons, 175 Franklin Street
413-662-4403
5pm
Free
North Adams Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center will host an Alzheimer’s Association Education Program with Springfield Alzheimer’s Association programs coordinator Meghan Lemay leading the discussion, which will cover topics including memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease. The talk is open to the public. Refreshments will be served; those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP to 413- 662-4403.
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Toddler Storytime
North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St
(413) 662-3133
10:30 am
Free!
for more information
Toddler storytime and songs at the North Adams Public Library in Youth Services Department is held for ages birth to 3 years old, siblings welcome. One to two stories are read with lots of songs and gross motor skill activities as well.
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After-School Program
UNO Community Center, 157 River St.
(413) 663-7588 Ext. 22
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Free!
call for more information
After-School Program Now Through the End of the School Year! Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm & Thursdays 4-5pm at the UNO Community Center at 157 River St. North Adams. Serving students in 4th Grade - 8th Grade. Healthy Snack, Homework Assistance, Tutoring, Computer Access and Creative Activities. FREE. For more information contact Geoffrey Pawlowski at (413) 663-7588 Ext. 22.
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Saturday 6/10
2017 Berkshire Craft beer Festival & Chug Run 5K
The Common Park, 100 First Street, Pittsfield
tickets@berkshirebeerfest.com
12-5pm
$32-$50
for more information
The biggest Beer Fest in the Berkshires is back for year 3! Every penny goes to local charity - be part of the music, the 5K, the food and of course the 200+ craft beers!
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Sunday 6/11
Williamstown Theatre Festival Guild Party
The Log, 78 Spring Street, Williamstown
2pm
Free
for more information
Enjoy a cocktail & a nosh while hearing all about what's in the works for the Williamstown Theatre Festival. WTF Artistic Director Mandy Greenfield will be there to give us our very own sneak preview of the excitement we're in for this season. |
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Saturday 6/10
Community Day at Jacob's Pillow
358 George Carter Road, Becket
jacobspillow.org
12-3pm
Free
for more information
Join us for a special pre-Festival Community Day featuring free, family-friendly events including performances by Berkshire County region companies and studios, dance classes in varying styles, children’s activities, historic tours, and more.
Performances on the outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage 12-3pm
The Hatchery/School of Contemporary Dance and Thought
The Funkbox Dance Studio
Berkshire Pulse
Limon Repertory performed by Ryoko Kudro
The Moving Company
Terpsichore Irish Step Dance Company
Moving Arts Exchange (MAX)
Barbie Diewald Choreography
Berkshire Choreography Project
WOFA Dance and Drumming Ensemble
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School
Classes
12-1pm | Zumba with Jessamy Scovil, Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness
1-2pm | Freestyle Dance Party with Mieke Kohl & Bruce Harley, SOMA at Eclipse Mill
2-3pm | Hip-Hop with Shakia Johnson, Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School
Other Activities
12:30pm & 2pm | Children’s Historic Tours, departing from Tea Garden
All Day | Dance Games & Crafts in the Tea Garden
All Day | Scavenger Hunt, pick up clues in The Pillow Store
All Day | Shop in the Pillow Store
All Day | Learn more & watch a preview of Festival 2017 in the Welcome Center
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