Berkshire Athenaeum Announces Summer Reading Program for All Ages

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, announced this year's Summer Reading Program (SRP) theme for all families, kids, teens, and adults: "Plant a Seed, Read!"

The theme celebrates all things gardening, ecology, and the idea that reading nourishes minds, stated a press release. 

"This year's Summer Reading Program is such a fitting theme for the spirit of our community, which is always growing, sharing, and nourishing one another at the library and beyond our walls,” stated Olivia Bowers, adult services and programming supervisor.

The adult program kicks off with a celebratory event at the Athenaeum on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 4 to 6 pm. Both the teen and children's programs launch on Monday, June 22, 2026. All kick-offs will take place at the Berkshire Athenaeum. 

More information below:

ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM

TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM

CHILDREN'S SUMMER READING PROGRAM

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Taconic High Names Top Students of the Class of 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Taconic High School Principal Matthew Bishop has announced the valedictorian and salutatorian of the class of 2026. 
 
They will speak during the graduation ceremony on Friday, June 12, at 4 p.m at Tanglewood in Lenox. 
 
Gavin O'Donnell, son of Kevin and Colleen O'Donnell of Pittsfield, has been named valedictorian with a grade average of 103. Hunter Bentz, son of Heidi Bentz of Pittsfield, has been named salutatorian with a grade average of 102.4.
 
Throughout his high school career, O'Donnell has exemplified the values of leadership, commitment, and excellence that define the Taconic community. He achieved high honors all four years and made significant contributions to both the school and the wider community. He was an active member of the Link Crew, Green and Gold, and Class Council, just to name a few of his activities. 
 
A dedicated athlete, O'Donnell played soccer and baseball all four years and was named captain of the varsity soccer and baseball teams both junior and senior years. His commitment to service extended beyond athletics, as he volunteered with Unified Games and was a math tutor at Taconic. He has also been an active part of Pittsfield Soccer Club, where he has helped
referee youth soccer games and assisted in getting the fields ready for game days.
 
He has earned several awards, including being a member of the National Honor Society,  the John and Abigail Adams Award, and being an AP Scholar and an AP Capstone Graduate. 
 
O'Donnell plans to pursue a degree in finance at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., where he will continue to play baseball and hopes to excel as a student. 
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