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North Adams Happenings: July 1-7
12:14PM / Wednesday, July 01, 2015
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North Adams Happenings
July 1 - July 7

Brought to you by the MCLA Berkshire Cultural Resource Center
and the North Adams Office of Tourism & Community Events

Save the Date! 

Friday, July 10

Eagle Street Beach Party
Eagle Street between Main St. & Center St.
(413) 664-6180
3:30PM-10PM
Free
For more information

We don't need an ocean to have a beach! Visit North Adams on the second Friday in July as more than 250,000 pounds of sand, donated by Specialty Minerals and delivered by the City of North Adams, is spread - curb to curb - the entire length of Eagle Street. The family-friendly beach party runs from 3:30 – 6:30 and the adult-oriented fiesta, complete with margaritas served on the beach, takes place from 7-10pm. 
 

Save the Date! 

Saturday, July 11

Toshi Reagon - The Love Sessions:
Michael Jackson VS Prince

Mass MoCA, 1040 Mass MoCA way
(413) 662-2111
8PM
$20 - $36 
For more information 

The soulful singer and guitarist Toshi Reagon's love-themed concert takes a deep dive into the songbooks of two American pop icons. The show features Reagon and a spectacular group of collaborators - including Ki Ki Hawkins, Tamar-kali, Morley, Martha Redbone, Xavier Smith, Rachel Eckroth, Ganessa James, Allison Miller, Alex Nolan, and Chala Yancy - taking on Prince and MJ's hits and B-sides alike.
 

Wednesday July 1

 
Concerts at Windsor Lake: The Eagles Band
200 Windsor Lake Road North Adams
(413) 664-6180
6:30PM
Free
For more information 

These concerts combine great music with the beautiful natural backdrop of Windsor Lake. Pack a picnic, bring a chair or blanket, and let the sweet sounds of music and water carry you away on a warm summer night. Concessions are available at the lake, but people are welcome to bring their own food. Parking is free, and swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing are allowed at the lake. All cancellations will be called by 3PM on the day of the concert. Rain Dates tbd.
 

Thursday July 2

Northern Berkshire Retirees Club
Greylock Community Club, 548 State Rd
(413) 743-9476 or (413)663-9263
10AM
Free

Northern Berkshire Retirees Club will meet at 10AM Thursday, at the Greylock Community Club. Tickets will be available for the August 20th picnic. The price of tickets will be $12 for members and $15 for non-members. Coffee and doughnuts will be available. 

 
 
The Chalet Sessions
Mass MoCA courtyard D, 1040 Mass MoCA way
(413) 662-2111
Open Thursday and Friday nights beginning at 5:30PM
Free 
For more information

Every Thursday and Friday at dusk, adjacent to our summer beer garden, the concert courtyard will be flooded with colorful harmonium videos by Clifford Ross and a soundscape curated with his musical collaborator, John Colpitts (aka Kid Millions): from Satie to Sinatra, madrigals to makossa, Kuti to Kyrie, and beyond.
 
Summer Reading Kick-Off "Officer Zoito and Chuck"
North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St.
 (413) 662-3133
6PM-7PM
Free
For more information

Reading in the Third Floor Community Room. 
 

Friday July 3

Steeple Cats Home Game: Vermont Mountaineers
 Joe Wolfe Field, 310 State Street
(625) 915-9577
6:30PM
$5/Adults, $3/Students and seniors,
$1/Youth(6-12), Free/Kids (Age 5 and under)
For more information. 

Great baseball, Great family entertainment, and a Great community asset. Cheer on the Steeple Cats as they take on the Vermont Mountaineers. 
 
Movie at the Airport: Top Gun
Harriman-West Airport
836 State Rd
(413) 662-2111
8:30PM
$14 per carload or bike posse / $7 adults /
$3 kids under 12 *cash or check only
For more information

Tom Cruise was never more himself than as Maverick, the brilliant but unstable Navy pilot whose goal is always to be the best. Meet us at the airport for this one. We'll fire up the grills, transport the taps, and butter the popcorn. The first 100 kids get free gliders. Raindate: TBA.
Rated PG
 

Saturday July 4

North Adams Farmers Market
St. Anthony’s Municipal Parking Lot
(413) 664-6180
9AM-1PM
For more information

The North Adams Farmers Market at the St. Anthony’s Municipal Parking Lot welcomes more than 20 vendors offering a variety of local foods including, fresh local produce, locally raised meat, cheese, preserves, eggs, bread, granola, baked treats, plants, handmade goods, and more. The market is great place to find a wide variety of fresh local produce and prepared foods in the northern Berkshire County area.

 
 
Steeple Cats Home Game: Laconia Muskrats
Joe Wolfe Field
310 State Street
(625) 915-9577
6:30PM
$5/Adults, $3/Students and seniors,
$1/Youth(6-12), Free/Kids (Age 5 and under)
For more information

Great baseball, Great family entertainment, and a Great community asset. Cheer on the Steeple Cats as they take on the Laconia Muskrats. 
 
4th of July Fireworks
Noel Field
(413) 664-6180
Approximately 9:30PM
Free
For more information

Fireworks are an integral part of America’s Fourth of July celebrations all over the country, and our local show in North Adams is one of the most prestigious in Western Massachusetts. Our celebration draws thousands of viewers from the Capital region of New York State, Southern Vermont, and Berkshire County. For an evening of all-American fun, grab some tickets to the annual 4th of July Steeple Cats game, and stick around for the fireworks, which start immediately afterward, at approximately 9:30PM.  
For more information call (413) 664-6180 or email tourism@northadams-ma.gov
 

Sunday July 5

Steeple Cats Home Game: Sanford Mainers
Joe Wolfe Field, 310 State Street
(625) 915-9577
4:30PM
$5/Adults, $3/Students and seniors,
$1/Youth(6-12), Free/Kids(Age 5 and under)
For more information

Great baseball, Great family entertainment, and a Great community asset. Cheer on the Steeple Cats as they take on the Sanford Mainers. 
 

From our Neighbors

Wednesday July 1
Insights from a Curator
Williams College Museum of Art15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Ste 2, Williamstown
(413) 597-2429
3PM
Free
For more information

Walk through Three Centuries of American Art and Whistler: Close Up with Kevin Murphy, Eugenie Prendergast Curator of American Art.

 
Friday July 3
Artist Reception: Curt Hanson
The Harrison Gallery 39 Spring Street, Williamstown
(413) 458-1700
5PM-7PM
Free
For more information

The Harrison Gallery will be hosting artist, Curt Hanson July 3-29, 2015 with opening artist reception Friday, July 3 from 5-7 pm.


 
Sunday July 5
Dublin Porter
Bascom Lodge 3 Summit Road Adams, MA 01220
(413) 743-1591
6PM 
Free
For more information

Berkshire trio that plays traditional dance music and airs of Ireland.




 
Wednesday July 1
Season Sneak Peek

Williamstown Theatre Festival
Nikos Stage 1000 Main Street, Williamstown
(413) 458-3200
5:30PM
Free
Reservation Required

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to meet the Festival's new Artistic Director, Mandy Greenfield. WTF Company Members will join her to offer a sneak peak of the 2o15 session. 
 
Saturday July 4
4th of July Parade

Southworth to Spring Street, Williamstown
(413) 458-9077
11AM
Free
For more information

Williamstown’s annual small town parade with big heart! The annual Independence Day Celebration kicks-off with the 4th of July Parade immediately followed by a free hot dog cookout. Begins Route 2 at Southworth Street and ends at the bottom of Spring Street.
Sunday July 5
Pitch Perfect

Outdoors at the Top of Spring Street Morgan Lawn, 
Williams College 50 Spring Street
(413) 458-1039
8:30PM
Free
For more information

Outdoor films in the heart of Williamstown! Free to attend. Bring your own blankets, chairs, and bug spray. Concessions will be sold on-site! In case of rain, movies will be shown at Images Cinema at 8pm.
 

Community Fundraisers

Sunday, July 5 - 1st Annual BSA Venture Crew 007 Car Show
St. Mark School 400 Columbus Ave. Ext. Pittsfield
(413) 344-3679
10AM-3PM
$15/vehicle, $4/spectator, children under 12 free

1st ANNUAL CREW 007 CAR SHOW Sunday, Benefit for Boy Scout Venture Crew 007 St. Mark School 400 Columbus Ave. Ext. Pittsfield, MA, 01201 All Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars (Old & New), Trucks, & Tuners Top 15 & Specialty Awards Music by DJ Sweetheart Entertainment Food & Drink for purchase $10 per Vehicle $4 per Spectators – Children Under 12 free $15 for Vendors For additional info call Donna at (413) 344-3679.
 
Tuesday, July 7 - Paint and Sip with Ponies Fundraiser
H&R Block Allendale Shopping Center Pittsfield
(413) 499.0457
6PM-8PM
$35
For more information

New kind of Paint and Sip Experience!!! Please join us for this Berkshire Carousel Fundraiser. Learn how to Painting with Pastels in this session, while enjoying tasty delightful snacks and sip delightful teas, while learning how to paint with pastels with artist Teri Davis.
 
 

Community Opportunities

Sky Walk Participants Wanted
Email for more information

In early July, artist Chris Page will conduct a durational walk to witness the daytime sky as part of his exhibition Sky Walk currently on view at DownStreet Arts' C Gallery (33 Main Street). Participants will engage in a process of mindful witnessing of the ever-changing daytime sky as a durational art performance-experience. The Sky-Walk is being planned for a Saturday or Sunday morning in early to mid-July in the North Adams area and will result in the creation of an art work to be exhibited in C Gallery beginning July 30th. 
Chris Page is a photographer and painter who uses a conceptual approach to witnessing natural processes. He performs durational walks using the sky and the landscape as the subject of the artwork, capturing change in sequences moments over a set period of time. 
 
Saturday, November 21, 2015 - Craft Fair Vendors Wanted
The United Methodist Church of Lenox, 6 Holmes Road, Lenox
(413) 243-2640 or (413) 464-2659
9AM - 3PM 
Email for more information

SIGN UP EARLY AND SAVE! We are looking for vendors who wish to sell their handmade creations. The Holiday Craft Connection will take place on Saturday, November 21,2015 at The United Methodist Church of Lenox, 6 Holmes Road, Lenox, Massachusetts (located behind NBT Bank) from 9AM - 3PM. Admission will be free.  For more information and applications please call (413)243-2640 or (413)464-2659 or email alliekatt0328@verizon.net. Registration and payment received by JULY 1, 2015 will be eligible for reduced fees.
 
Volunteers Needed for Fantastic Free Fun Friday at Naumkeag
Naumkeag House and Gardens, 5 Prospect Hill Road, Stockbridge
(413) 532-1631
9:30AM-5:30PM
For more information

With nearly 1,000 visitors expected at the Trustees of Reservations Guilded-age Naumkeag House and Gardens, we need you!   Volunteer opportunities include: Greeters, Parking Attendants, Food Service, Games Station Support, Welcome Table and more!  9:30-1:30 or 1:00 to 5:00pm shifts. Snacks, lunch tickets and a free pass to return to Naumkeag are provided to each volunteerr.  For more information, please contact us at tbeasley@ttor.org or (413) 532-1631, ext.19.

 

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