OLLI at BCC Presents Free Book Talk with Local Author Joan Cohen: 'Aging Is Murder'

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College (OLLI at BCC) presents a virtual book talk with local author Joan Cohen on Wednesday, October 14 at 7 p.m. Cohen will discuss and read excerpts from her newest book, "Aging is Murder."
 
The talk, which includes a Q&A session, is free and open to the public.  
 
To register and receive a Zoom link, visit https://berkshireolli.org/event-6819771. 
 
According to a press release: 
 
"Aging is Murder" follows four residents of Heyday Assisted Living who think they're the ideal age to rid the country of hypocrites and liars. What do they have to lose? Why should mystery and murder be confined to a Clue game when, with a little resourcefulness, the skills of past careers can be revived to do so much good? Just don't mention the words "Fearsome Four" out loud! 
 
Booklife calls "Aging Is Murder" a "witty satire of senior citizens plotting against hypocritical politicians," while Kirkus Reviews says, "The novel has all the trappings of a good heist story." 
 
Originally from Mount Vernon, New York, Cohen received her BA from Cornell University and her MBA from New York University. She pursued a career in sales and executive management at computer hardware and software companies until she returned to school for an MFA in writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She is the author of the novels "Land of Last Chances," published in 2019, and "The Deepfake," published in 2024. She has been a Massachusetts resident for many years, first living in Newton, where she raised her family, and later in Wayland. She now resides in Stockbridge with her husband and latest canine addition. 
 
For more information about the author, visit https://joancohenauthor.com/.  

 

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Pittsfield Holiday Inn Temporarily Closes

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The Holiday Inn & Suites is temporarily shut down, and 101 Restaurant & Bar has closed its doors until further notice. 

The hotel has been closed since Sept. 25, after its last working elevator of three broke down.  The Berkshire Eagle reported that guests were forced to evacuate because an elevator broke down. 

On Wednesday, 101 Restaurant & Bar posted on Facebook that they would close until further notice due to circumstances beyond their control and the closure of the Holiday Inn. 

"We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We thank you and our staff for your patience. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we are able," the owners wrote. 

The central downtown, 12-story hotel has nearly 180 guest rooms.  Massachusetts requires public multi-level buildings and facilities to have elevator access. 

The Holiday Inn recently demolished its crumbling parking garage and is replacing it with a smaller one.  The building at 1 West Street was constructed in 1972; it was formerly known as the Crowne Plaza. 

101 Restaurant opened five years ago within the hotel.  It is owned by John and Tucker McNinch, who formerly operated the Olde Heritage Tavern in Lenox. 

Signs on the hotel's entrance explain that the doors are temporarily locked.  Anyone with questions is encouraged to call (413) 499-2000. 

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