Columbia Climate Scientist to Explore Faith and Environmentalism at MCLA| 03:50PM / Sunday, February 15, 2026 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) welcomes Dr. Alexander de Sherbinin, Director and Senior Research Scientist at Columbia Climate School's Center for Integrated Earth System Information (CIESIN), as part of its Green Living Seminar Series on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 5:30 p.m. Dr. de Sherbinin will present "How Religion Influences Our Relationship with the Environment," examining the complex connections between spiritual beliefs and environmental stewardship. The talk will explore how different faith traditions shape attitudes toward nature, conservation, and climate action. According to a press release: A geographer >> Read More |
Clarksburg Officials Updated on Grant Projects; Input Sought on Town PlaygroundBy Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
12:44PM / Saturday, February 14, 2026 | |
CLARKSBURG, Mass. — The Four Corners Project wants input on playground designs for the Cook Veterans Memorial Field. The Four Corners Project is an initiative to improve the field and prepare for better flood solutions in the face of climate change. The area includes Clarksburg School, the Senior/Community Center and the area around the intersections of West Cross, Cross, and Middle roads. It is being funded through a $215,148 Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness. Courteny Morehouse, principal planner with Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, told the Select Board last week that a postcard had been mailed to residents asking them to attend a workshop onin the >> Read More |
MCLA Green Living Seminar: 'Mindful Birding and the Science of Awe'| 05:26PM / Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' (MCLA) Green Living Seminar continues its spring 2026 "Nature and Spirituality" theme with a presentation on "Mindful Birding and the Science of Awe: Improving Our Health & Saving the Planet" on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 5:30 p.m. in The Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, Room 121. Educator and naturalist Dave Edson will explore why birding has become one of the fastest-growing hobbies in recent years and how this practice can improve mental health, environmental awareness, and even international relations. Through the lens of Mindful Birding and the Science of Awe, Edson will share >> Read More |
North Adams Cemetery Commission Supports Green BurialsBy Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
05:14AM / Friday, February 06, 2026 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Cemetery Commission indicated it had no issues with the addition of so-called "green" burials at Southview Cemetery and referred the matter to the mayor's office. The decision came after a discussion on last Friday with representatives from the Cemetery Department and input from Nicholas Flynn of Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Homes. "The city has been approached about green burials, a true interest in having them happen," said Rosemari Dickinson, of the Cemetery Department. "And at this time we haven't done any. So we talked about it, and thought it had to come before you, to give the advice to administration, >> Read More |
Ice Fishing Spots and Derbys This WinterBy Breanna Steele, iBerkshires Staff
11:12AM / Wednesday, February 04, 2026 | |
 With winter really upon us and temperatures hitting negatives you might be wondering where a great spot for ice fishing might be. Throughout Berkshire county there are many different bodies of water to choose from. Be sure to have your fishing license for those 15 years or older that you can purchase online through MassFishHunt. Also make sure the ice is thick enough before heading out as well as let someone know where you are going. Have an ice fishing destination you want included on our list–email info@iberskhires.com.
Stockbridge The lake is a popular scenic spot. Fishermen are known to catch trout, bass, and sunfish here. This is the perfect place to set up your tent or chair
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MCLA Green Living Seminar to Explore Climate Change Perceptions in the Middle East| 03:56PM / Monday, February 02, 2026 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' (MCLA) Green Living Seminar Series continues on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 5:30 p.m. with a presentation by Dr. Nimah Mazaheri, Professor of Political Science and Dean of Academic Affairs at Tufts University. The presentation, titled "Faith Under Fire: How Religion Shapes Climate Concern in the Middle East," will take place in MCLA's Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, Room 121. The event is free and open to the public. Mazaheri will discuss his research on how religion influences climate change perceptions across the Middle East, a region facing significant environmental challenges >> Read More |
MCLA's Green Living Seminar Returns with 'Nature and Spirituality' Series| 11:03AM / Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' (MCLA) popular Green Living Seminar series returns this spring with "Nature and Spirituality," a 12-week exploration of how faith, religion, and spiritual traditions shape our relationship with the natural world. The series launches Wednesday, Jan. 28, at 5:30 p.m., in The Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, Room 121 with poet David Crews presenting "Land & The Spiritual Journey." All sessions are free and open to the public. "This semester's theme examines the profound connections between spirituality and environmental stewardship," said Dr. Elena >> Read More |
Community Conversation Focuses on Local Farming, Food By Tammy Daniels , iBerkshires Staff
06:34AM / Thursday, November 27, 2025 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — There are plenty of people within the Berkshire community concerned about food insecurity, and that worry hasn't been limited to just consumers. Some of the small farms that dot the Berkshire landscape are also feeling vulnerable at a time with governmental help may be on the decline. This year, in particular. "So this year sucked, like, as all of you probably know. I mean, from the get go, we had the DOGE cuts, and that trickle-down effect on the community and on farmers has been just one of immense insecurity," said Meg Bantle is a six-generation farmer and co-owner and founder of Full Well Farm in Adams. "We have >> Read More |
North Adams Farm Stand Using Vending Machine to Sell EggsBy Breanna Steele, iBerkshires Staff
05:35AM / Monday, October 27, 2025 | |
Holly Zabriskie got chickens a few years ago as a passion project to provide her family with eggs, only to find she had more than she needed. She began selling them as West Hen Farmstand. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A former hospital vending machine is now dispensing eggs by the half dozen. Holly Zabriskie said the idea for the machine came after people were stealing from her farm stand on West Main Street. "Unfortunately, we get a lot of foot traffic here, and people were finding ways to steal out of the pay box," she said. "During the winter, I have a lot of time on my hands. So I was trying to think of what would be a great way that I could still >> Read More |
MCLA's Environmental Lecture to Celebrate Center for Resourceful Living| 08:00AM / Wednesday, October 08, 2025 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — MCLA's Fall 2025 Elizabeth and Lawrence Vadnais Environmental Issues Lecture will be held at 7 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 11, in MCLA's Murdock Hall, Room 218. This year's event will celebrate the creation of The Center for Resourceful Living (CRL), started 50 years ago by MCLA Professor Emeritus Lawrence H. Vadnais. The evening will feature the debut screening of filmmaker Sharon Wyrrick's documentary, "Did You Put Milk in the Bucket?: A Tribute to The Center for Resourceful Living." The filmmaker will be in attendance at the screening. This event coincides with "Scenes from The Center for Resourceful Living," >> Read More |
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