North Adams Happenings: Aug. 22-28| 01:23PM / Wednesday, August 22, 2018 | |
North Adams Happenings:
August 22 - 28
Brought to you by: MCLA's Berkshire Cultural Resource Center and the North Adams Office of Tourism & Community Events
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August 30th
ArtDoors
ROOTS Teen Center, 43 Eagle Street
12pm - 4pm (ish)
Free!
for more information
Every Thursday, August | 12pm-5pm-ish
To register: https://airtable.com/shr0uGTY8vWfWFeYD
OR email rootsteencenter@gmail.com
ArtDoors is a program that engages young people in exploring the natural world and the creative world. Participants are introduced to local artists and outdoor enthusiasts who offer workshops and activities to build skills in various mediums of art and outdoor stewardship. By collaborating with cultural organizations, the City of North Adams, county wide initiatives, and state agencies, this program opens doors for young people to explore the intersection of art and nature and encourages youth to examine how this intersection influences their identity.
This year, we partnering with UNITY Youth Programs!
Transportation and snacks are provided, but space is limited!
In 2017 ArtDoors received the highest national review ratings from the National Park Service along with Technical Assistance to build the program. |
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August 30th
DownStreet Art Thursday
"Dog Days of DSA"
Downtown North Adams
berkshirecultural@gmail.com
5-8pm
for more information
Our signature DSA Thursday event - think art walk meets street festival - returns for the July edition. Featuring a new rotation of exhibitions in the galleries, new music/artworks on the streets, and a few surprises up our sleeves. Save the date and #getdown with DownStreet Art all summer long.
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Preschool Storytime
North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St
(413) 662-3133
10:30 am
Free
for more information
Preschool storytime and craft at the North Adams Public Library in the Youth Services Department is held for ages 3 to 6 years old, siblings welcome. Several stories will be read and there is time to share ideas and thoughts as well as complete a craft.
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Concert at the Lake Presents: Jp Murphy
Windsor Lake, 200 George Fairs Way
(413) 664-6180
6:30 – 8PM
Free
for more information
Join us for these FREE weekly concerts, every Wednesday, at Windsor Lake!
The Concert at the Lake Series, sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union, is a family friendly experience for all ages and a perfect opportunity to pack a picnic dinner, gather with friends, and enjoy live local music amongst the natural beauty of the Windsor Lake grounds. Concerts start at 6:30PM. Rain cancellation will be called by 3PM on the day of. Concessions available at BFAIR Snack Attack. |
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Triva Night
Ramuntos, 67 Main Street
8pm
Free!
for more information
Come Join us for Trivia tonight! Marissa will be starting at 8 pm and will have a few Ramuntos shirts for some lucky participants! See you there!
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ArtDoors
ROOTS Teen Center, 43 Eagle Street
12pm - 5pm (ish)
Free!
for more information
Every Thursday, August | 12pm-5pm-ish
To register: https://airtable.com/shr0uGTY8vWfWFeYD
OR email rootsteencenter@gmail.com
ArtDoors is a program that engages young people in exploring the natural world and the creative world. Participants are introduced to local artists and outdoor enthusiasts who offer workshops and activities to build skills in various mediums of art and outdoor stewardship. By collaborating with cultural organizations, the City of North Adams, county wide initiatives, and state agencies, this program opens doors for young people to explore the intersection of art and nature and encourages youth to examine how this intersection influences their identity.
This year, we partnering with UNITY Youth Programs!
Transportation and snacks are provided, but space is limited!
In 2017 ArtDoors received the highest national review ratings from the National Park Service along with Technical Assistance to build the program. |
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Open Studios at MASS MoCA
Assets for Artists, 1320 Mass Moca Way
(413) 664-4481
5 - 7pm
Free!
for more information
Wall-paintings, sculpture, and projection-art are only the beginning of what you'll see from this fantastic group of artists. Come and see it for yourself on August 23rd at our next Open Studios!
Afterwards, check out The Chalet, MASS MoCA's summertime riverside beer-garden. Music from Annie Guthrie with the Misty Blues Trio starts at 8 PM.
Bring your friends, or come solo and connect with some new friends! Our Open Studio events are always free, and the beer, wine and snacks are on the house |
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Downtown Bike Around
Meets at St. Anthony's Parking Lot
achilson@nbccoalition.org
6:00 PM departure
Free
email for more information
Downtown Bike Around! Every Thursday at 6:00pm. Meet at St. Anthony's Parking Lot, North Adams. Help shift bicycle culture in North Adams for drivers and people on bikes by joining in on a casual and group ride. For all ages! There is safety in numbers as we take to the streets to create a safer environment for sharing our roads! Freight Yard Pub will be offering a 25% discount every Thursday evening after the Downtown Bike Around to anyone that rides. Coupons will be given to those interested after the ride. For more information contact: Amanda Chilson, achilson@nbccoalition.org. |
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Party in the Park Presents Generation X Rock
Noel Field, 310 State Street (Rte. 8)
6 - 8 pm
Free!
for more information
FREE concert series at PARTY IN THE PARK
Come out every Thursday, starting July 5 - August 23 from 6-8pm at Noel Field behind the SteepleCats' baseball diamond. People are encouraged to bring and display their classic cars. Brought to you by Greylock Federal Credit Union Bedard Bros. Auto Sales South Side Sales & Service WUPE FM WNAW
**These are family-friendly events and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.**
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The Chalet presents: Annie Guthrie with the Misty Blues Trio
MASS MoCA, 1040 Mass Moca Way
(413) 662-2111
8pm-12pm
Free!
for more information
Our summer fun spot promises frothy beverages, riverside regulars, and friendly new faces when we fire up The Chalet, Oh, Canada artist Dean Baldwin’s sculpture-turned-river-side-beer-garden for just one night each week. Summer’s most precious memories happen here — in the midst of the museum, to the hum of local music, under the Berkshire stars. The bar opens at 5:30pm; events begin around 8pm.
THIS WEEK:
Come on out for a night of honest, heartfelt music with Annie Guthrie — a member of the musical dynasty that is the Guthries. Her grandfather Woody Guthrie said, “You can only write what you see,” and she has taken that to heart, writing songs that tell it like it is. The Misty Blues Trio will follow. |
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Lego Group
North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St
(413) 662-3133
6 – 7 PM
Free
for more information
The Family Center will hold Lego Groups in North Adams and Adams beginning in September. Enjoy building Lego creations at the Library. Lego groups are for families with children ages 4-12 years old. Evening Lego Group at The North Adams Public Library, 75 Church Street third floor. It will meet the second and fourth Thursday of each month. |
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Coffee Date at the Eagle Street Parklet
Eagel Street
(413) 664-4612
7:30-9:00AM
Free!
for more information
Back by popular demand! Come on down to the NAMAzing Eagle Street Parklet on Friday morning and hang out with folks before kicking off your workday. Make some new friends, get some fresh air, and enjoy this new social hub in our historic downtown corridor. This week we are excited to have Berkshire Family And Individual Resources ( BFAIR ) generously providing coffee and pastries for the morning! Thanks to Jennifer Rancourt Civello and the whole BFAIR team for offering to sponsor this week
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"Crafternoon" Fridays at the UNO Community Center
UNO Community Center, 157 River Street
413-663-7588
12 – 4 PM
Free
call for more information
Drop into the community center during our regular hours on Fridays from 12pm-4pm to work on your own projects alongside other creative individuals. If you don't currently have a project that you are working on, come participate in ongoing arts and crafts projects at UNO, or just stop in for good conversation, coffee/tea and snacks. All skill levels are encouraged to attend, from beginners to those more experienced. Those who are experienced are encouraged to help teach others a new craft. Call or email Glenda at (413) 663-7588 ext. 20 or gmcarter@nbccoalition.org for more information.
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Roomful of Teeth
MASS MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way
(413) 662-2111
8 - 11pm
$16 GA, $40 preferred
for more information
“Music for the 21st century” —The Nation
Roomful of Teeth, the ensemble of Grammy Award-winning vocal titans led by Williams College professor Brad Wells, returns to its summer home at MASS MoCA creating new works and honing techniques. Teeth’s residency culminates in unforgettable performances, this year to include Richard Beaudoin's Another Woman of Another Kind featuring Clair Chase and a new arrangement of David Lang's Little Match Girl Passion. Get tickets early for this one. |
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Live Music at Freightyard Pub
1 Furnace St, Heritage State Park Building 3
taylorsfyp@gmail.com or 413-663-6547
8 PM
Free
for more information
Join us on Friday and Saturday nights for local, live music at Freight Yard Pub! Sit in the dining room, buy the fireplace, or on the patio. Enjoy food and drinks while listening to some North Adams favorites. Performances are free, and all are welcome. |
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Karaoke Friday!
State Street Tavern, 167 State St.
413-664-9151
9 PM – 1 AM
Free
for more information
Karaoke! Every Friday night from 9pm – 1am.
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Motorama Presents: Whiskey Treaty Roadshow
Noel Field, 310 State St
(413) 664-6180
4 - 9pm
Free!
for more information
This year we're kicking off North Adams Motorama with a little party to welcome all our car-loving visitors and locals!
Join us on Saturday, August 25th, the evening BEFORE the Motorama Car Show, for a FREE concert in Noel Field featuring the The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow with opening acts by Quincy (Common Folk) and Connor Hennesey (Sounds & Tones).
We invite folk to cruise-in to Noel Field with those beautiful machines, sit back, grab a brew and food, and enjoy some killer tunes in North Adams on what we hope is a breath-taking summer night!
See you soon! |
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North Adams Farmer's Market
St. Anthony’s Parking Lot (St. Anthony Dr. & Marshall St.)
potvinsara@gmail.com or 413-664-6180
9 AM – 1 PM
Free
for more information
The market is located in the St. Anthony Municipal Parking Lot, at the intersection of Rte. 8 (Marshall St.) and St. Anthony Drive. Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., June 9 – Oct. 20, 2018. The market is dedicated to providing the community with fresh, locally produced foods and supporting area farms and food producers. The market proudly accepts SNAP benefits and doubles them through the Market Match Program. We also accept cash, credit, debit, and WIC & senior coupons. Thank you to our lead sponsors: Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, Hardman Fund, Green Pastures, MountainOne, and Storey Publishing. |
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The Greatest Generation Podcast: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn
MASS MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way
413-662-2111
8 - 11pm
$12
for more information
The final frontier
This self-proclaimed “Star Trek podcast by two guys who are a bit embarrassed to have a Star Trek podcast” focuses its phasers on the hilarious and beloved classic Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (which you can see on a jumbo screen in its entirety at our screening in our concert courtyard on 8/17), with projections, trivia, and witty commentary — a banner night for Trekkies, and a real good time for the rest of us voyagers. |
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Community Open Art Studio
Norad Mill, 60 Roberts Dr
10am
for more information
Create and explore art materials in a supportive studio environment. Art therapist Kaye Shaddock will host the open studio and will assist and brainstorm as needed. Come as you are, with ideas or without. No art experience necessary.
$15 - includes all art materials, pay as you go or pay ahead $65 for all 5 weeks.
Ages 15 and older are welcome! Message or email kayeshaddock@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
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2018 North Adams Motorama
Downtown North Adams
(413) 664-6180
9am - 3pm
Free!
for more information
Get ready for the 2018 Motorama! Sunday, August 26th with a rain date of Saturday, September 1st.
We're happy to announce that returning this year is Cruisin' New England with Paul Mennett, who will be filming at the concert & the show that will be featured on New England Sports Network.
There will be a cruise in & concert the day before the show on August 25th at Noel Field. Be sure to bring your show entrants and enjoy the concert with The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow performing some wonderful tunes!
You can print out a copy and mail in your preregistration, grab a flyer at Dean's Quality Auto and hand in there, or you can sign up online: https://www.northadamsmotorama.com/vehicle-pre-register |
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Kindergarten Ice Cream Social
Colegrove Elementary School Playground, 24 Church Street
6-7pm
Free!
(413) 664-4821
Do you have a child going to Kindergarten this Fall? Come Celebrate with us at the Kindergarten Ice Cream Social. Enjoy Free Ice Cream. Learn about Kindergarten. Meet new friends and more! All Fall 2018 kindergarten students from any Northern Berkshire schools and their families are invited. FREE Book for each kindergarten student. Call the Family Center at 664-4821 for more information. |
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NAMAzing Eagle Street Initiative Meeting
Persnickety Toys, 13 Eagle St
(413) 662-2990
6 - 7pm
Free!
for more information
Join us for our regular NAMAzing Eagle Street Initiative meetings as we imagine and act on ways to make our Historic Eagle Street Corridor the place we all dream it can be. Meetings are open to all who are interested. |
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nbCC's Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
The Family Place, 61 Main Street, Suite 208
413-663-7588
5:30-7:30 PM
Free
A support group for grandparents. Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7:30 at The Family Place. This is a group for grandparents who are actively parenting their grandchildren giving them a safe and confidential space to share similar experiences with other grandparents. For more info, call (413) 663-7588. |
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Toddler Storytime
North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St
(413) 662-3133
10:30 am
Free
for more information
Toddler storytime and songs at the North Adams Public Library in Youth Services Department is held for ages birth to 3 years old, siblings welcome. One to two stories are read with lots of songs and gross motor skill activities as well. |
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Lily Sexton
Bright Ideas Brewing, 111 MASS MoCA Way
(413) 346-4460
6 – 8 PM
Free!
for more information
Lily Sexton plays a really big guitar. A guitar built in 1949 and owned by her grandfather, when Gibson Jumbos were a man’s instrument. Upon inheriting the J-45, Lily’s fascination with the mystery and richness of the guitar became devotion, and she has been attempting to unlock it’s secrets ever since. A fiddler by nature, Sexton’s original tunes possess the ancient tones of acoustic instruments- the swing of Appalachian Old Time, the subtle throb of bluegrass rhythm, the sweetness of a high, lonesome melody- while her lyrics retain sincerity and vivid relevance. Lily is a fiddler in the progressive bluegrass group, Mamma's Marmalade, and has shared stages with Erin McKeown, Mike Compton, and Joe Newberry. Her solo record is forthcoming!
$5 Strongly Suggested Donation! While we don't have a cover charge, we hope that you can throw a few dollars in the chalice to help support these AMAZING musicians!
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