There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week including a school play, live music, and more.
Multiple Days
'Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Jersey Lily'
Pittsfield High School
Friday and Saturday at 7 and Sunday at 2:30
PHS Proteus Theatre Group will perform Katie Forgette's tribute play to Arthur Conan Doyle's characters Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Dr. John Watson.
In the play, Oscar Wilde brings his friend, actor Lillie Langtry, to Baker Street to seek help from the detective after Langtry becomes blackmailed following the theft of her intimate letters with the Prince of Wales.
Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults. More information here.
Friday
Discover Greylock Explorer's Club
Mount Greylock Visitor Center
Time: 1 p.m.
The event will feature hands-on indoor and outdoor activities designed for homeschoolers, but open to all kids and families.
Themed activities may include Finding Your Way Map and Compass Orienteering, Build Your Own Park craft, and Leave No Trace Trail Stewardship.
This program offers an opportunity for children to expand their outdoor skills while exploring the amazing cultural and natural resources of Mount Greylock.
Brown tribute band Running on Jackson recreates the best of the artist's 50-year catalogue. The Berkshires musician Brian Benlien will be opening the show.
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Tom Savoy will perform a wide-ranging repertoire of songs. More information here.
Jack Waldheim Performance
Christiansen's Tavern, Lenox
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Jack Waldheim will perform his One Man Band show at Jiminy Peak's tavern. The set features a blend of rock, blues, and original tunes. More information here.
Lonny Jarrett & Friends Performance
Dottie's Coffee Lounge, Pittsfield
Time: 6 p.m.
There will be a jazz and funk performance. More information here.
Saturday
DJ Champ Dance Party
Methuselah Bar and Lounge, Pittsfield
Time: 9 p.m.
Dance the night away to mixes by DJ Champ. The night also features food, drinks, and a light display. More information here.
Story Songs of the '70s
The Stationery Factory, Dalton
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Tom DiMenna and friends resurrect some of the '70s greatest story songs from three of the era's singers and songwriters: Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, and Harry Chapin.
Tickets range from $27.38 to $32.64. More information here.
Berkshire Opera Festival Community Sing-Along
The Sanctuary at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
67 East St., Pittsfield
Time: 1 p.m.
The daylong event features a meet and greet from 12:15 to 12:45. From 1 to 3, there will be an opportunity to sing your heart out with fellow music lovers of all abilities. More information here.
Post Holi-Slays
Wander Berkshires
34 Depot St., Pittsfield
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
There will be a sober drag show by Sativo Green. Tickets range from free to $10. More information here.
Jupiter Performance
Greylock Community Club, North Adams
Time: 7 to 10 p.m.
The band Jupiter will be performing. No cover charge. More information here.
Rusted Chains Performance
Bright Ideas Brewing, North Adams
Time: 7 to 10 p.m.
Berkshire County's '90s tribute band will be performing a range of genres from the era, including grunge, alternative, and pop-rock hits. More information here.
Sunday
This event has been postponed to Feb. 16: The Jake Hescock Win the Day Foundation Fundraiser
Skate at the club's ice skating rank. Tickets are cash only and cost $5 for members and $10 for non-members and adults
Skate Rentals are free. Space is limited. More information here.
Domingo Brunch
Dottie's Coffee Lounge, Pittsfield
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Midnight Choir, a bluegrass band from upstate New York, will be performing. Their music blends mandolin, guitar, bass, and vocals and incorporates techniques from jazz, classical, and global music.
The breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, potatoes, bacon, coffee, water and juice. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. More information here.
Winter Wonderland Activity Day
Mount Greylock State Reservation Visitor Center, Lanesborough
Time: 1 p.m.
This self-guided free event will be packed with winter activities, including winter-themed crafts, scavenger hunts, board games, and make-your-own snowman or sledding. Bring your own sled if you have one.
The activity day is free for all ages, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information, call the center at 413-499-4262 or contact them via Facebook for weather updates.
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Companion Corner: Chino at No Paws Left Behind
By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — There is a sweet and fluffy girl at No Paws Left Behind waiting for her new family.
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Chino, short for cappuccino, was brought to the shelter about a month ago. She is three years old and medium-haired.
Kennel assistant Claire Morin introduced us to her.
"She came here because they just decided they didn't want a cat anymore. Since she's been here, she's been super friendly and has no issues with anything at all. She's medically up to date, and she is ready to go."
Chino is quite tame and interested in being held and shows her belly to those around her.
She can go to a home with other animals and with any age.
"Chino's so easygoing; she gets along with everyone. So she's free to go home with children. She's free to go home with pets. She's been around cats and dogs, and she would be very easy to go into any home."
Chino likes to play with you as well as likes to explore her surroundings and lounge in the cat tree.
"She's so easygoing; she loves this cat tree that we have here. She's very curious, looks all around when we let her out. She loves treats, and there really isn't anything that we can't say that she doesn't like."
Chino will be a great addition to any family who wants her and will play with her.
"I just think she'd be a perfect addition to any home because she's just so easygoing and so friendly."
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