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Daniel Lieberman (@damfino11) said,
June 18, 2013 at 9:37 am
Our friend and neighbor Buckland MA Selectman Cheryl Dukes wrote this essay, “The Place I Call Home” about Shelburne Falls Massachusetts. Cheryl discovered that, like many of us who’ve come here from other places, she’d truly found herself at home. It’s been chosen for “This I Believe.”
“This I Believe is an international organization engaging people in writing and sharing essays describing the core values that guide their daily lives. Over 100,000 of these essays, written by people from all walks of life, are archived here on our website, heard on public radio, chronicled through our books, and featured in weekly podcasts. The project is based on the popular 1950s radio series of the same name hosted by Edward R. Murrow.”
The essay will be featured on NPR’s “The Bob Edward’s Show” on Public Radio and Sirius XM on Friday June 21, 2013. “The Bob Edward’s Show” also airs on WAMC HD 2 on Sunday morning at 9AM and on WNNZ-AM on Saturday at 8AM
Cheryl’s “This I Believe” essay is available at http://thisibelieve.org/essay/35837/
ICAN of Western MAssachussetts said,
June 17, 2013 at 9:31 pm
The International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) is a nonprofit
organization whose mission is to improve maternal-child health by
preventing unnecessary cesareans through education, providing support
for cesarean recovery, and promoting Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
(VBAC).
ICAN of Western Massachusetts will provide *mother-to-mother support*
for moms who are seeking:
- Information on ways to lower the chances of having a cesarean
- Support for cesarean recovery
- Support and information for VBAC
- Information on planning for a necessary cesarean/CBAC
- Referrals for additional support
We expect this to be a safe, supportive, and fun group. We three
leaders have a wide range of personal birth experiences, including
cesarean birth, VBAC, CBAC, and twin cesarean birth. If you know
women who might benefit from this mother-to-mother support, please
feel free to refer them to our group!
*Starting on Monday, June 24th, meetings will be on the fourth Monday
of each month at 7:30 at Grow (formerly Cradle), 3rd floor of Thornes
Marketplace.* Partners and babes in arms are welcome.
Starting now, moms can also call us anytime and speak with a leader at
(413) 341-6882 or email icanwesternmass@gmail.com. We have also set
up a private Facebook group. More information about ICAN is here:
http://www.ican-online.org
(Please note that this group is for mother-to-mother support, and not
as a place to market a service of any kind.)
Thank you for spreading the word!
ICAN of Western Massachusetts Co-Leaders: Tanya Lieberman, Cory Ellen
Gatrall, Sabrina Herman
(413) 341-6882
icanwesternmass@gmail.com
Anna Zadworny said,
June 14, 2013 at 2:45 pm
What: FREE ICE CREAM
Where: Greenfield Savings Bank, 325 A King St., Northampton
When: Tuesday, June 18th 2013 from 1-3pm
To celebrate being in Northampton! FREE, How sweet it is!
Lynne Paterson said,
June 13, 2013 at 5:18 pm
What: Concert/Kirtan of Sacred Indian Music
Who: WAH, international recording artist, musician and yogi accompanied by John DeKadt, master percussionist.
When: Monday, June 24
Time: 7:45pm
Where: Prakasa Yoga Studio 152 Ball Road Goshen
Cost: $25/person
Kirtan is a traditional form of music where the musicians sing out a verse and the audience sings it back. It is easy, fun and mesmerizing.
Well behaved children are welcome (under 12 free). Teens and seniors a welcome (half price).
Wah is an international figure in the sacred music world. Her cd’s are played in every yoga studio around the globe. Join us in an intimate setting.
NO experience is needed. Participants can sing along or just listen.
No one turned away for lack of funds.
Lynne Paterson said,
June 13, 2013 at 5:12 pm
What: HEALING SOUND WORKSHOP
When: Saturday, June 22
Who: WAH, international recording artist, musician & yoga teacher
Where: Prakasa Yoga Studio 152 Ball Road Goshen
Info: Lynne @ 413-268-7151 or prakasayoga@gmail.com
Register Online in Advance $45: http://www.prakasayoga.com
Register at the door: $60
Wah’s music and cd’s are played in every yoga studio around the world. She gives concerts and kirtans regularly at Kripalu and Omega. Join her for an intimate experience of healing through simple sacred sounds and solo and partnered exercises. As we raise our voices, we will experience deep healing in the cells of our body….which is a perfect sonic temple of vibration and resonance and harmony.
NO experience is necessary. Just a desire to clear away stress and negativity and come back home to a peaceful inner state.
Jess Conzo said,
June 13, 2013 at 12:45 pm
What: Family Fun Day at the Downtown Pittsfield Farmers Market
When: Saturday, June 15th 9am to 1pm
Where: First St. parking lot, across from the Pittsfield Common
In addition to some 25 farmers and artisans selling breads, cheese, meats, veggies, fruits, flowers, jewelry, and more…
The third Saturday of every month is Family Fun Saturday. While we encourage families to join us every week, our Special Event tent each 3rd Saturday focuses on activities for kids… this week is looking pretty exciting!
9am – 1pm : Berkshire Athenaeum presents Dig Into Reading with a Story Walk and a planting activity with the book “Making Vegetable Soup.”
9am – 1pm : Stop by the Community Booth to meet Berkshire Co-Act, who will be promoting some of their amazing programs that include food security, community gardening, emergency shelters, barter markets, and more.
9am – 1pm : Bring your children to the Market Manager booth for free gently-used books and to enter our Giveaway.
11am : Story time with author Ty Allen Jackson of Big Head Books
** Full details: http://farmersmarketpittsfield.org/dpfm/2013/06/week-six-june-15th/
Maureen Shea said,
June 12, 2013 at 1:03 pm
Grasshoppas in the Park before Dark! 4th Annual!
A free fun family-friendly evening of performance in Pettingill Park in Cummington:
Monday, June 24, 7pm (raindate Tuesday, June 25, 7pm)
Performances include: Monica Bhowmik, Catalyst Dancers of PVPA, Dance Generators, Dolphin Dancers, The Expandable Brass Band, Kelly Silliman’s tinydance project, Radio Free Earth and Deamons & Deitiies puppets!
For more info: Maureen at 413-634-5431, maureen@grasshoppadance.org
Lisa Provencher said,
June 10, 2013 at 2:31 pm
FREE Science in the Parks (Pittsfield): Learn about water and the environment and why keeping our parks clean is important. All ages are invited.
Parents plan on your kids having fun and getting wet and dirty.
Schedule: Saturdays 10-12 (rain dates the following Sunday)
Dorothy Amos Park June 22 & 29
Clapp Park July 6 & 13
Pitt Park July 20 & 27 (July 20th the program will take place during the Gathering Celebration at Pitt Park.)
Conte Community School August 10 & 17
For more information contact: Lisa at Dr.Augies@gmail.com or call 413-499-0692
http://draugies.wordpress.com/kid-programs
HilltownCDC said,
June 10, 2013 at 12:36 pm
Westhampton Woods Senior Housing Phase II
Information Session
An information session regarding the Westhampton Woods Senior Housing Phase II project will be held at the Westhampton Congregational Church at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 27th 2013. This is an opportunity to learn about the design of the eight single story, one bedroom, handicap accessible/adaptable affordable rental units being developed by Hilltown Community Development Corporation. Typical rents will be $700-$730, utilities included except for phone, cable and internet. Income restrictions apply. There will be two project based Section 8 units.
Tenants will be chosen through a lottery held in October. Applications are due no later than September 30 for inclusion in the lottery.
Please contact Bea at 296-4536, ext 115 or beavh@hilltowncdc.org if you would like more information or to request an application.
Kelly said,
June 10, 2013 at 6:54 am
One Billion Fathers Rising in Western Mass is having its first father/mentor photo contest! The winner receives a $45 gift certificate to Mosaic Cafe. Last day to enter is June 13. Winner will be announced on Father’s Day, and you DO NOT have to be present at our Father’s Day event to win!
https://www.facebook.com/OneBillionFathersRisingInWesternMass
Faith Kaufmann said,
June 7, 2013 at 12:25 pm
Hi! Can you list our Forbes Library lawn concert on June 19?
http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=FORBES&curKey1=Adult%3A%20One-Time%20Events&curKey2=Concert&setRef=new
thanks–Faith
Kelly said,
June 6, 2013 at 8:58 pm
What: One Billion Fathers Rising
Where: 1st Church in Northampton, MA
When: Sunday, June 16th (Father’s Day) – 1-2:30 PM (reception to follow)
One Billion Fathers Rising is an event by, for, and about men working to end violence and abuse. Join us on the steps of First Churches of Northampton at 1PM for amazing speech, poetry, and musical and theatrical performances. This will be followed by a reception inside the Church.
Some of our special guests include Evelyn Harris, Eshu Bumpus, Burundian musician Pascal Mpawenayo (who is writing a new song for the event!), the Bamidele Dancers & Drummers, men’s theater group Phallacies, Northwestern DA’s Office, poet John Berkowitz (Boys to Men), Steve Trudel (Moving Forward), Prof. Steve Jefferson (UMASS), author Sara Elinoff-Acker, James Arana (Men’s Resources International), Pascal Akimana (Umoja Now), and more.
Stephanie Gale said,
June 5, 2013 at 12:35 pm
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Franklin County will be holding the 2nd annual Biking for Buddies Sunday July, 28th 2013 8am-2pm (depending on cycling route) . Featuring 10, 25, and 50 mile cycling routes starting and ending at Northfield Mount Hermon School in Gill, MA.
Fun, festive fundraising event with lunch provided by Hillside Pizza of Bernardston, MA. Prizes for riders, and activities for all ages and riding ability! Register today at http://www.bikereg.com/19389 and detailed info or call 413-772-0915 for more information.
$40 for adults, $25 13-17 years old, $10 for under 12 or for lunch only, $15 for campus ride, and $5 for campus ride for children under 12. Sponsorship is needed and available.
Tammy said,
June 3, 2013 at 8:29 pm
June 14th 2013 at 6:30
Dance Performance by Mountain View Dance
Be the tenth caller on June 4th-leave your address and we will send you 2 tickets to the show!
If you don’t win join us anyway…..cost $7.00
Frontier Regional High School
Deerfield, MA
tinkyweisblat said,
June 1, 2013 at 12:03 pm
Memories of Care
Sunday, June 23, at 2 p.m.
Federated Church, Route 2, Charlemont
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter says, “There are four kinds of people in this world: those who have been caregivers, those who currently are caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”
The Federated Church and Hawley author Tinky Weisblat will host an open caregiving forum on June 23.
Speakers will include the church’s pastor, Cara Hochhalter; retired minister Toby Gould of Zoar, who along his wife Merri has cared for Merri’s aunts, Frances and Jane, as well as his own mother, Helen; and Sue Pratt of Greenfield Community College’s nursing school. Tinky will read from her new memoir about the final months of her mother’s life, “Pulling Taffy: A Year with Dementia and Other Adventures.”
All those present will then be invited to share stories and concerns about taking care of others—in the past, the present, or the future. No one is obliged to speak, but organizers hope that the event will provide a forum for passing along information, relieving stress, and finding commonalities about an experience that touches many Americans.
After the formal part of the program, everyone will be invited to the church social rooms. Tinky is making punch and hopes that many of those participating will bring nibbles to go with it.
She will also sell her book to anyone who wishes to purchase it. A portion of the proceeds from the day’s sales will go to the Alzheimer’s Association.
There is no charge for this event, but attendees are encouraged to make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of their choice.
Please join us……..
For more information, call Tinky Weisblat at 339-4747.
http://www.pullingtaffy.com
Andrew Lawrence said,
May 28, 2013 at 12:22 pm
Tcha Limberger, Robin Nolan and Friends in Concert
Guitarist, violinist, clarinetist, vocalist Tcha Limberger was born in Belgium into one of the great lineages of Gypsy jazz, and the home schooling he enjoyed there gives him caravan-cred you just can’t top. But in the best Gypsy tradition, Tcha’s roulotte has also rolled him through places far from home: flamenco, the folk traditions of Hungary and Transylvania, contemporary classical music, modern jazz, free improvisation and beyond. Add up those influences and you get, in Limberger, an artist who can not merely trot out trademark Djangoisms, but pay true tribute to an endlessly curious, inventive genius.
Among the many artists joining Limberger over the course of this evening’s concert will be special guest Robin Nolan. The Amsterdam-based guitarist and educator was the featured performer at the very first Django in June, now returning to see the event all grown up…at 10 years old.
Date: 6/22/2013
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Academy of Music Northampton
Cost: In Advance/$24; At the Door/$28
Tickets: http://www.academyofmusictheatre.com/events/django-in-june-presents-adrien-moignard-and-gonzalo-bergara/
Andrew Lawrence said,
May 28, 2013 at 12:18 pm
Adrien Moignard and Gonzalo Bergara in Concert
Paris meets Buenos Aires in these two world-class Gypsy jazz guitarists, Adrien Moignard and Gonzalo Bergara. Moignard’s last visit to Django in June was in 2008 as lead guitarist for Ensemble Zaiti. He was relative newcomer at that point, but stands now in the front ranks of the young Parisians storming the Bastille of Gypsy jazz. During that same 2008 visit, Moignard made the acquaintance of Gonzalo Bergara, a perennial favorite at Django in June and one of the few true masters of this style residing in the US. Their fretboard fireworks lend new meaning to the phrase “fast friendship.” In 2012 they recorded a CD, Clasico, which has just been released. Separated by an ocean and a continent, this will be a rare opportunity to enjoy a live performance by the duo.
Date: 6/21/2013
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Academy of Music Northampton
Cost: In Advance/$24; At the Door/$28
Tickets: http://www.academyofmusictheatre.com/events/django-in-june-presents-adrien-moignard-and-gonzalo-bergara/
Andrew Lawrence said,
May 28, 2013 at 12:15 pm
Live music and a film at Amherst Cinema
In what has become a popular annual contribution to the Django in June program, Amherst Cinema will host a film preceded by a short set of live music performed by two of Django in June’s artists-in-residence, Tcha Limberger and Sergiu Popa. This year’s film, Whose Is This Song?, has nothing to do with the Gypsy jazz tradition per se, but everything to do with the way music has the power to bind us to one another—and divide us. Multi-instrumentalist Limberger and accordionist Popa both have deep musical roots in the Balkans where the film takes place.
That same evening WFCR’s Tom Reney will feature an hour of Gypsy jazz on his show, Jazz à la Mode, starting at 8 pm.
Date: 6/19/2013
Time: Come for the music at 7:30. Film follows.
Location: Amherst Cinema
Cost: $6.50 for members / $10 general admission.
Tickets: http://amherstcinema.org/films-and-events/list?date_filter=2013-06-19
Beverly Ketch said,
May 23, 2013 at 10:02 am
https://www.facebook.com/events/380244915428318/ Here is a link to the event on facebook! This Fairy House event is on June 15th at Unity Park, it is free, but we will be passing the hat for a load of compost for the new community garden! In addition to fairy house building, we will be giving a grand prize for the prettiest picnic!
A.P.E. Gallery - Northampton said,
May 22, 2013 at 11:15 am
Barry Freedland: Multitasking
Location: A.P.E. Ltd. Gallery
126 Main Street
Northampton, MA 01060
May 28 – June 12, 2013
Artist Reception: Friday, June 7, 2013
5 – 8 p.m.
Multitasking is a dynamic installation of six “drawing” robots at A.P.E. gallery, which Williamsburg resident Barry Freedland, employs to generate art, addressing broad issues about the intersection of time, technology, human abilities and limitations. The robots are a synthesis of a prosthetic devise, and a tool, made of microcontrollers, servo motors and castings of the artist’s body. Designed, built and programmed by Freedland, the robots are an extension of the artist, allowing him to simultaneously compose multiple, painstakingly detailed drawings that he could not otherwise create, and allowing him to go beyond the mere limitations of the physical self.
Born in Detroit, Freedland lives and works in Western MA. Freedland’s work ranges from minute objects to large installations, exploring themes from his own body and the language of art, with much of his work reacting to human presence. His artistic engagement with material (Dubble Bubble Bubble gum or his own DNA), technique and process is a reflection on human nature, machines and consciousness. Critical review of Freedland’s work can be found in Art News, Metal Floss, New York Times, Boston Globe, Asian Art News, Time Out, World Sculpture News and many others. He is represented by Sundaram Tagore Gallery, New York.
Katherine Grimm Bowers said,
May 21, 2013 at 9:51 am
Event: Hunger Games Training Day
Date: Wednesday, June 19
Time: 3-7 p.m.
Ages: 11-16
Contact: Katherine Grimm Bowers, Head of YA Services, Sunderland Public Library — 413-665-2642 and sunderlandpubliclibrary.org
Location: Sunderland Public Library
Cost: Free
Sunderland Public Library will hold a Hunger Games training day to kick off its teen summer reading program. Teens can learn archery, fire by friction and more. Registration required.
Christine Little said,
May 17, 2013 at 9:31 am
Preschool Open House
Little Bear Learn & Care, 184 Northampton Street, Easthampton
Monday, June 17, 2013 from 6:00-7:30 PM
Come meet our teachers, see the classroom and try out some activities. This is a great opportunity to see if our program is a good match for your preschooler age 2.9-5 years
Now enrolling for summer and fall programs
sandy soderberg said,
May 3, 2013 at 1:20 pm
Who: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
What: A Seriously Silly Celebration of Mo Willems
Where: 125 West Bay Road Amherst MA 01002
When: June 23, 2013 1:00 pm
Free with Museum Admission
1:00 pm Gallery Tour – Adults and children 10 and older.
Space is limited. Reservations are required (413) 658-1126.
2:00 pm Book Signing – Open to all ages. No personalization or flash photography.
Check back for details.
sandy soderberg said,
May 3, 2013 at 1:19 pm
Who: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
What: Members’ Opening Reception Seriously Silly: A Decade of Art and Whimsy by Mo Willems
Where: 125 West Bay Road Amherst MA 01002
When: June 22, 2013
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free to Members. Space is limited, please reserve early.
5:00 pm Reception
6:15 pm Conversation with Mo Willems and Chief Curator Nick Clark
Members RSVP to membership@carlemuseum.org.
sandy soderberg said,
May 3, 2013 at 1:16 pm
Who: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
What: Seriously Silly: A Decade of Art and Whimsy by Mo Willems
Where: 125 West Bay Road Amherst MA 01002
When: June 22, 2013 – February 23, 2014
Seriously Silly: a Decade of Art & Whimsy by Mo Willems marks 10 years of the artist creating picture books. In this time Willems has emerged as one of the leading figures in the genre. Comprising nearly 100 works, the exhibition surveys the full range of his prolific output from the award-winning Knuffle Bunny series, the irresistible Pigeon books, stand-alone efforts such as Leonardo the Terrible Monster and Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs, as well as his early reader series, Elephant and Piggie and Cat the Cat. The exhibition will also provide an informative insight into the artist’s meticulous working process.
Support for Seriously Silly: a Decade of Art & Whimsy by Mo Willems has been generously provided by Disney Publishing Worldwide.
sandy soderberg said,
April 26, 2013 at 12:05 pm
Who: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
What: Robert R. Zakanitch: A Garden of Ordinary Miracles
Where: 125 West Bay Road Amherst MA 01002
When: May 7 – November 10, 2013
The art from A Garden of Ordinary Miracles will blossom in an exhibition at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Massachusetts. Award-winning artist Robert Zakanitch celebrates the beauty of all growing things in A Garden of Ordinary Miracles, an alphabetical ode to nature. The delights of nature’s everyday wonders come to life for both children and adults in detailed renderings of plants that we grow and nurture in our gardens. Each letter of the alphabet is paired with a large colorful painting of a plant whose name begins with the same letter, as well as whimsical illustrations of other flora and fauna that overrun the pages. For example, Morning Glories bloom on the page next to melons and macaws, and Sweet Williams pop up from the ground with sunflowers and a seal! Packaged as the ultimate gift for adults, gardeners, and the nature-lovers of tomorrow, this garden book is nothing short of a miracle.
Frank Leone said,
April 18, 2013 at 6:40 pm
Softball anyone? Adult Pick-up softball will be held on the JV Baseball field at Deerfield Academy each Sunday at 230. All you need is a glove, but if you have equipment, bring it. If there are enough players we’ll have a game. Coed, over 25.
Contact: Frank from C3 Deerfield
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Creative-Community-Central-C3-Deerfield/346624135348083
sandy soderberg said,
April 5, 2013 at 1:41 pm
What: The Art of Eric Carle: Feathers, Fins, and Fur
When: March 12 – September 1, 2013
Where: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
Eric Carle’s love of nature is legendary. To recognize this passion, the Carle is organizing a selective survey of works exploring his interest in animals. On view will be a host of animals who have populated his books. In addition to finished collages, there will be preliminary works including pencil studies that underscore Carle’s meticulous study of his subject.
sandy soderberg said,
April 5, 2013 at 1:39 pm
What: The Caldecott Medal: 75 Years of Distinguished Illustration
When: January 8 – June 30, 2013
Where: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Caldecott Medal, The Carle is mounting a special exhibition of high quality prints, organized by Barbara Elleman, in the Reading Library.