Berkshire South Launches Monthly Adaptive Play Event

03:57PM / Tuesday, April 14, 2026Print Story | Email Story

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass.— Families in the southern Berkshires will soon have a new opportunity for inclusive recreation when Berkshire South Regional Community Center launches Every Body Bounces, a monthly bounce and play event designed especially for children with adaptive needs.

The first event will take place Sunday, April 19 from 1:00–3:00 pm.

"Berkshire South is committed to meeting the needs of our community through inclusive programming. We want every family to feel a sense of comfort and belonging while here," said Jenise Lucey, Executive Director at Berkshire South. "Every Body Bounces creates a space where children can move, play, and connect in whatever way feels comfortable for them."

Every Body Bounces is a two-hour bounce party featuring inflatable play in a welcoming, low-pressure, sensory-friendly environment where children can move freely, explore at their own pace, and enjoy active play in a supportive setting.

Whether a child loves to leap into the action, prefers gentle movement, or simply enjoys being part of the fun, the program celebrates movement, connection, and community. Families are encouraged to bring their own snacks and drinks and enjoy an afternoon focused on fun and inclusion.

Upcoming Every Body Bounces dates include: Sunday, April 19, Sunday, May 24, Sunday, June 28, Sunday, July 26, and Sunday, August 23. Each event runs from 1:00–3:00 pm at Berkshire South Regional Community Center. Admission is $3.

For more information and to register, visit: www.berkshiresouth.org/events

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Units Available at Lee's New Eagle Mill Housing Development

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff
01:57PM / Tuesday, October 27, 2026

It's took more than a decade to bring the Eagle Lofts to fruition in the former Eagle mill.

LEE, Mass. — Hearthway wants community members to know there are three-bedroom units available at The Lofts at Eagle Mill with little to no waitlist.

The apartments at 73 West Center St. recently came online in the historic building on the banks of the Housatonic River after more than a decade of work. The first tenants began moving in last week.

Three-bedroom units are less than $2,000 per month for those who meet income requirements.

"These units are $1,855 a month with hot water included. To qualify, applicants must be under the 60 percent AMI income limit by household size and be able to afford the rent," the affordable housing provider wrote in a communication on Monday.

"Mobile vouchers are welcomed."

A ribbon was cut at the former paper mill over the summer for 56 one- to three-bedroom, mixed-income units in the heart of downtown.

According to a chart provided by Hearthway, 60 percent area median income is $55,320 per year for a one person household, $63,240 a year for a two-person household, $71,160 a year for a three-person household, and $79,020 a year for a four-person household.

Applications are available in English and Spanish. They can submitted via email to leasing@hearthway.org, drop off to the main office at 1 Fenn St in Pittsfield, fax to 413-403-2710, or USPS mail to P.O. Box 1180, Pittsfield, MA 01202-1180.