 Clark Art Reflections Gallery TalkParticipants meet in the Museum Pavilion.  Northeast Wilderness Trust President and CEO to Present at MCLA's Green Living SeminarLeibowitz's presentation will focus on protecting wilderness across the Northeast and how it's increasingly being recognized as a vital strategy to reverse the extinction crisis and mitigate climate change.  Bidwell House Museum Offers Winter HikeThe hike will be approximately 1-2 miles and last 1-2 hours, depending on trail conditions. Clark Art Offers School Vacation Week ActivitiesSpecial vacation week programming is offered on Tuesday, Feb. 18 and Thursday, Feb. 20. Admission to the Clark is free for all visitors through March 30, 2025.  Dalton Board Fires Executive Assistant for Sharing Anonymous LetterThe Select Board on Thursday voted to terminate the town manager's executive assistant, Alyssa Maschino. Pittsfield Schools: No 'Friending' StudentsProhibiting staff from friending students on social media aims to maintain professional boundaries and ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone in the schools.  Create an Ad: Community Health ProgramThis month, students showcased Community Health Programs' Mobile Health Units, which provide accessible treatment for minor sicknesses, infections, injuries, vaccines, family services, and more.  Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. Photography Exhibition: Focus on DowntownThe exhibit runs from February 3 through March 26 at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (437 North Street) and showcases vibrant and artistic views of the city. Williamstown's ABC Clothing Shop Invites Grant ApplicationsThe deadline for spring grant applications is March 1, 2025 and community organizations that meet the grant criteria are invited to apply for grants of up to $5000. Joann Fabric in Pittsfield Targeted for ClosureThe Joann Fabric and Crafts store on Dalton Avenue is among some 500 set to close.  Clark Art Presents Gallery Tours With Emerging Art HistoriansWilliams College graduate students lead tours through the Clark’s permanent collection Fire Damages First Street Multifamily Home in PittsfieldThe blaze, which broke out around 1 a.m. at 233 First Street, is being investigated by the Pittsfield Fire Department, Pittsfield Police, and the State Fire Marshal's Office. Pittsfield to Host Second Annual Winter Festival at Clapp ParkThe event, designed to kick off the winter break, will feature a variety of activities for children, families, and community members of all ages.  Clark Art Screens 'Girlfriends'Presented in partnership with Images Cinema, this series captures the explosion of creativity, critical acclaim, and box office success that Hollywood directors found after the fall of the studio system.  Dalton Residents Demand Action on Concrete Company's DustNearly 100 residents turned up at the Board of Health meeting on Wednesday night to complain of dust and particulates coating their neighborhood from Berkshire Concrete and allegedly causing health issues.  Pittsfield Superintendent Announces ResignationAfter 30 years with the district, Superintendent Joseph Curtis has decided to step down in June.  North Adams Council Gets Update on Youth Commission, OKs Police GrantThe revived Youth Commission is hoping to be more proactive in focusing on the needs of the city's younger population. Mount Everett School Locked Down Over ThreatMount Everett Regional School was put in lockdown Wednesday morning following threats made by a student.  1Berkshire Introduces Newly Elected Board Members and OfficersThese individuals will each help support the work of 1Berkshire as the marketing and economic development organization for the region. BCAC Offers Free Tax Preparation Services for Eligible ResidentsThe program prioritizes seniors, people with disabilities, and those with limited English proficiency.  Harvey Joins Pittsfield Co-op's Retail Mortgage TeamWith more than three decades of experience in the mortgage industry, Harvey brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of excellence to the role. Nomination Papers Ready for Dalton Town ElectionNomination papers for the annual town election on May 12 are now available in the town clerk's office.  Clark Art Presents Sensing Nature ProgramA Clark educator leads a slow engagement with nature and art focused on enhancing wellbeing and encouraging visitors to connect with the landscapes on the Clark’s campus and in the galleries.  Dalton Police Officer Receives CommendationShe successfully cleared his airway using the Heimlich maneuver, and his mother expressed appreciation for how Eichstedt handled the frightening situation with empathy. BCC Names Fall Dean's List StudentsTo be eligible for the dean's list, students must achieve a GPA of 3.750 to 4.000 to earn high honors, while students with a GPA of 3.250 to 3.749 earn an honors designation. |
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