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NAPL: Understanding Artificial Intelligence Presentation| 04:00PM / Monday, April 22, 2024 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — On Wednesday, April 24, at 6:00 PM, the North Adams Public Library will host a presentation titled "Understanding Artificial Intelligence." The event aims to explore various facets of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, catering to those fascinated, anxious, or simply curious about these technologies. Williams College professors Mark Hopkins and Rohit Bhattacharya will lead the seminar, delving into topics such as the differences in reasoning between humans and AI, the evolving human-computer relationship as AI advances, language acquisition by computers, and potential challenges as AI becomes more prevalent. The 0 Comments
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Preschool, Kindergarten Registrations Scheduled Around County| 04:00PM / Monday, April 22, 2024 | |
 Berkshire County schools are scheduling and re-scheduling preschool and kindergarten registration dates and procedures for the 2024-2025 school year. Schools can send their information to info@iberkshires.com to be included on this list. All students, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness, have equal access to the general education program and the full range of any occupational, vocational programs offered by public school districts. Central Berkshire Regional School District Kindergarten registration and preschool screening is now open and available online. To register for
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Exploring North Adams' History At the Library| 11:34AM / Monday, April 22, 2024 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. On Saturday, April 27, at 11:30 AM, the North Adams Public Library will host an event focusing on the history of North Adams. Led by local historian Gene Carlson and in collaboration with the North Adams Historical Society, attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the city's past. The event will take place in the 3rd Floor Community Room of the North Adams Public Library. Coffee and snacks will be provided. No registration is required, and all ages are welcome to attend. For inquiries, contact Ryan Miller, Adult Services Librarian, via email at rmiller@northadams-ma.gov or by phone at (413) 662-3133, extension 16. The North Adams 0 Comments
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Scenic Flight Group Setting Up at North Adams AirportBy Jack Guerino, iBerkshires Staff
05:39PM / Sunday, April 21, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Airport Commission voted to permit Adirondack Aviation to operate out of Harriman and West Airport. "They have been very interested," Commissioner Marc Morandi said. "They have already put together some marketing material. They are 100 percent want to do business in North Adams." Morandi told the rest of the commission Tuesday that Adirondack Aviation is expanding operations and will fly in for various appointments. So technically no vote needs to be taken because it isn't physically setting up in North Adams. He asked for a vote only to "cover all of their bases." Adirondack Aviation offers flight 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Spring Celebrations, Clean-ups, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:21PM / Friday, April 19, 2024 | |
 This spring weekend, there are a variety of events in and around the Berkshires, including Spring Celebrations, music, cleanups, and more. Editor's Pick Downtown Celebrates Spring Week Downtown Pittsfield Saturday & Sunday There will be various events to celebrate spring, including a beach and tea party, and a free Kids' Paint & Sip event. The featured event is "Where's Winston?" a spring scavenger hunt for images of the Pittsfield Police Department's comfort dog, Officer Winston, at a dozen downtown locations. More information here. Friday Tattoo Body Art Show Bennington (Vt.) 0 Comments
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CHP Mobile Health Offers Same-Day Urgent Care| 10:30AM / Friday, April 19, 2024 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The CHP Berkshires Mobile Health team now offers Same-Day Urgent Care in the Berkshires, whenever mobile health vehicles are on the road. The mobile care team travels Berkshire County cities and towns from Sheffield to North Adams, on weekdays and some weekends. Same-Day care is an option for patients who are feeling sick but can't get into see a primary care provider. The service is also ideal for anyone who wants to avoid the high cost of using an emergency room for a non-emergency health problem. In addition, Mobile Health Same-Day care is convenient for: CHP patients who may need a sick visit closer to home or 0 Comments
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BAAMS' Monthly Studio 9 Series Features Mino Cinelu | 11:24AM / Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — On April 20, Berkshires' Academy of Advanced Musical Studies (BAAMS) will host its fourth in a series of live music concerts at Studio 9. Saturday's performance will feature drummer, guitarist, keyboardist and singer Mino Cinelu. Cinelu has worked with Miles Davis, Sting, Weather Report, Herbie Hancock, Tracy Chapman, Peter Gabriel, Stevie Wonder, Lou Reed, Kate Bush, Tori Amos, Vicente Amigo, Dizzy Gillespie, Pat Metheny, Branford Marsalis, Pino Daniele, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Salif Keita. Cinelu will be joined by Richard Boulger on trumpet and flugelhorn, Dario Boente on piano and keyboards, and Tony Lewis on drums and 0 Comments
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Baseball in the Berkshires Exhibit Highlights Black, Women's TeamsCommunity submission,
08:20AM / Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | |
 WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. -- The Baseball in the Berkshires museum this week opens an exhibit focusing on the history of Black baseball and women's baseball teams in Berkshire County. "Not Your Ordinary Teams: The Unknown Story of Baseball in the Berkshires" opens on Friday, April 19, at the Old Town Hall, 9 Main St. There will be an exhibit preview on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. On Friday, the opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. will feature a lecture at 6:30. Larry Moore, the director of Baseball in the Berkshires: A County's Common Bond, will moderate a discussion with guests Bryan House, a former Pittsfield Cub, and Joe Bateman, a former Minor 0 Comments
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Annual Teen Invitational Draws More Than 300 SubmissionsBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
06:05PM / Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | |
Grand-prize winner this year is Owen Hindes, a student at Buxton School, for his drawing on black paper. See more photos here. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — More than 300 students from area high schools entered their work in 12th annual Teen Invitational at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. The event is a collaboration between the museum and high school art teachers to inspire young artists and stimulate their creativity. "These students look to their teachers for that encouragement who say, 'keep going,' who say, 'yes, it is good enough to be seen, submit your work,' and we are so thrilled that they do this every day," Lisa Dent 0 Comments
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Be careful when naming beneficiaries| 02:40PM / Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | |
 You might not have thought much about beneficiary designations — but they can play a big role in your estate planning. When you purchase insurance policies and open investment accounts, such as your IRA, you'll be asked to name a beneficiary, and, in some cases, more than one. This might seem easy, especially if you have a spouse and children, but if you experience a major life event, such as a divorce or a death in the family, you may need to make some changes — because beneficiary designations carry a lot of weight under the law. In fact, these designations can supersede the instructions you may have written in your will or living trust, so everyone in your 0 Comments
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GreenNA Earth Day Pick-Up| 10:18AM / Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — In an effort to promote environmental stewardship and community involvement, GreenNA has teamed up with the city of North Adams to host a "City-Wide Earth Day Clean-Up" event on Saturday, April 20, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. The event will commence at Noel Field in North Adams. The primary objective of the "City-Wide Earth Day Clean-Up" is to engage residents and volunteers in revitalizing North Adams by enhancing its cleanliness and greenery. Participants will assemble at Noel Field and disperse to various locations across the city to address litter and beautification projects. While bags and gloves will be provided 0 Comments
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Local Runners Compete at Boston Marathon| 09:16AM / Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | |
 BOSTON, Mass. -- Laura Stephen of Great Barrington finished 26th in the women's 60-64 age group at Monday's Boston Marathon, the top Berkshire County finisher in their division at the 128th running of the event. Stephen crossed the finish line in 3 hours, 42 minutes, 52 seconds, 12,633rd in the overall field of more than 30,000 runners who made the trek from Hopkinton to Copley Square in Boston. More than a dozen Berkshire County residents are listed among the finishers on the Boston Athletic Association website. The fastest of that group was Dalton's Alex White, who finished in 2:38:34 to place 358th overall and 291st among men aged 18 to 39. The 0 Comments
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