There will be a variety of events in the Berkshires this weekend including a garlic festival, a community picnic, an artwalk, and more. 

 

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Garlic Town

Bennington, Vt. 

Time: Saturday, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

 

Bennington is hosting its annual garlic festival this Saturday in celebration of all things garlic and agriculture.

 

Just 20 minutes from North County, the event will feature bands, beer, food trucks, and a curated group of more than 120 vendors.

 

The festival will run in two areas, or "cloves," on Main Street at the old Greenberg's and on Depot Street near Bennington Station. Participants can walk or take a shuttle between cloves. 

 

Tickets are $12; $5 for kids 12 and younger. For more information visit the website. 

 

Friday 

 

First Fridays Artswalk

Downtown Pittsfield 

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.

 

It's the first Friday of the month, art enthusiasts know what that means — the city's First Friday Artwalk. 

 

The event features a dozen art shows and exhibits on view at venues around downtown Pittsfield. Most of the art is on display throughout Sept.

 

During the event, participants will have the opportunity to meet the artists. Download the Downtown Pittsfield Inc. app from the Google Play or App Store to get a virtual walking tour. 

 

Participating venues include Soma's Aromas, Clock Tower Artists, Marketplace Cafe, Witch Slapped, and more. 

 

 For a complete list of participating venues and artists visit the Art Walk website. 

 

FIRST Friday Community Picnic on Eagle Street

Historic Eagle Street, North Adams

Time: 5 to 9 

 

Historic Eagle Street will be closed to traffic to make room for music, food and events. Order takeout from a local restaurant or food truck and enjoy your meal with the community. 

 

The event features street games, live music, face painting, a bouncy house for kids, gallery openings, live music, shop specials, and more. 

 

More information here.

 

Saturday 

 

The Ice Cream Train

Hoosac Valley Train Ride

Time: 1 to 2 and 3:30 to 4:30 

 

Take a ride on the Hoosac Valley Train north and back to learn about the history of the region and tracks. 

 

The trip includes one ice cream voucher per ticket to redeem after the train returns to Adams. More information here. 

 

Second Street Second Chances Exhibit Opening

Berkshire Museum, Pittsfield

 

The exhibition opens to the public on Saturday, Sept. 2 and remains on view through Sunday, Oct. 1.

 

Artists whose work is included in the exhibition will receive a cash award of $200, provided by 2nd Street, and a family membership to Berkshire Museum. 

 

If the artists choose, their works may be purchased by members of the public following the closing of the exhibition. In addition, 2nd Street has established a fund to acquire works for installation in its program space, located at 264 Second Street in Pittsfield.

 

More information here. 

 

'In the Round' Concert

The Guthrie Center, Great Barrington 

Time: 8 to 10 p.m.

 

Nonprofit, Music in Common, will present a live performance by four emerging local singer-songwriters. 

 

The performers, Katherine Winston, Bree, Glori Wilder, and Christine Bilé, will perform a variety of musical genres from pop, folk and R&B. Tickets cost $20 in advance and $25 at the door. 

 

More information here. 

 

First Saturday Open Studio

Clock Tower Artists, Pittsfield

Time: 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.  

 

Walk around and explore the studios of various artists involved in the Clock Tower Artists collaborative. Meet the artists, and maybe even acquire a piece of artwork to take with you. More information here. 

 

Sunday 

 

La Cocina Reunion 2023

Bounti Fare, Adams

Time: 2 p.m. 

 

Friends, former employees and patrons of La Cocina are invited to enjoy a day of food, music and social networking. 

 

Tickets cost $20 and kids 12 and under are free. Funds raised will benefit Eleanor Sonsini Animal Shelter and Kids4Harmony. 

 

More information here. 

 

Mini Maker Market

Greylock Works, North Adams

 

The market is a gathering of regional artisans that provides an opportunity for the community to connect and shop with local creatives. 

 

More information here. 

 

Farmer's Markets

 

North Adams Farmers Market

St. Anthony Municipal Parking Lot

Time: 9 to 1

 

The North Adams market is open every Saturday and offers produce and baked goods from local retailers including Red Shirt Farm, Fahey Family Farm, Bohemian Nouveaux Bakery, Mon Artistic Pets, and more. More information here. 

 

Pittsfield Farmers Market

The Common, Pittsfield

Time: 9 to 1. 

 

Powered by Roots Rising, the market is open every Saturday rain or shine. 

 

Each week the market will have fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, along with meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods by local vendors. Participants can shop for flowers, and artisan goods while listening to music and participate in family activities. For more information, visit the website.

 

Great Barrington Farmers Market

18 Church St.

Time: 9 to 1. 

 

The market is open every Saturday.  Every week there will be locally grown food, flowers, and plants along with other local vendors. More information here. 

 

Berkshire Area Farmers Market

Berkshire Mall parking lot, Lanesborough

Time: 8 to 2

 

The market is open every Saturday and features produce and products from Western Mass farms. More information here. 

 

Lenox Farmers Market

80 Church St., Lenox

Time: 11 to 3. 

 

This market is open every Friday and features fresh produce, breads, artisanal & specialty foods and crafts, and more. The market accepts SNAP. More information here.