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Bring your acoustic instruments and join in, or just bring your ears. Traditional tunes jam including Jigs, Reels, Waltzes, Rags and more ! All skill levels welcome. Fiddles, Mandolins, Bodhrans, Guitars, Banjos, Ukuleles, Harmonicas, whistles and any other instruments ARE welcome.
A matinee performance of an inventive "radio-play" theatrical take on Christmas perennial IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE.This beloved American holiday classic comes to life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble of actors that brings dozens of characters to the stage. the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas eve.MUST PURCHASE YOUR TICKET FROM BENNINGTON THEATER: Here is the link for purchasing tickets directly from the theater:https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=203275BEFORE PERFORMANCE LUNCH: Join us for lunch before the performance at Niramit, a wonderful traditional Thai restaurant near the theater. Please register
Brilliant jazz pianist and Berkshire’s beloved Joe Rose has gathered exceptional artists to celebrate community.Join us for an evening of good cheer and great music. Brilliant jazz pianist and Berkshire’s beloved Joe Rose has gathered exceptional artists to fill the venue with their talent and celebrate community.Joe Rose - keyboards and vocalsDan Broad - bass and vocalsSturgis Cunningham - drumsRob Putnam - guitar and vocalsSoren Smedvig - trumpetBeth Rose - vocalsJohn Demler - vocals—Tickets: $15 in advance / $20 at doorSeating/Bar: 6:30PM Show: 7:00PMThis event is indoors.—Parking is limited at the venue so please utilize the three public parking lots in Town.
The Mallett Brothers Band Live at Unihog w/s/g The Lobster BoysThe Mallett Brothers Band is an independent rock and roll / Americana / country band from Maine. Their busy tour schedule since forming in 2009 has helped them to build a dedicated fanbase across the U.S. and beyond while still calling the state of Maine their home. With a style that ranges from alt-country to Americana, country, jam and roots rock, theirs is a musical melting pot that's influenced equally by the singer/songwriter tradition as by harder rock, classic country and psychedelic sounds. Texas Hill Country Explore Magazine calls them
Come ring in the new year with CJ Field and your Pubfam. Dress to impress, put on your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie the night away!
Songwriting Workshop with Bernice Lewis Two Workshops - January 4th & 18th. Attend Either or Both. Open to songwriters and players at all levels. Free and open to all. Learn more about song structure and performance technique. Present songs for feedback, or just come to listen. No experience necessary. Sponsored by Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire and the Mass Cultural Council For more information email [email protected]
In Murder in Manchuria, Scott D. Seligman explores an unsolved murder set amid the chaos that reigned in China in the run-up to World War II. Part cold-case thriller and part social history, the true, tragic saga of Kaspé is told in the context of the larger, improbable story of the lives of the twenty thousand Jews who called Harbin home at the beginning of the twentieth century. Scott D. Seligman recounts the events that led to their arrival and their hasty exodus—and solves a crime that has puzzled historians for decades. Scott D. Seligman is a national award-winning writer with special
Join us on Friday, January 5th, 2024 at Bloom Meadows for an evening with Pam Ellis, The Berkshire Medium!Join us on Friday, January 6th, 2024 at Bloom Meadows for an evening with Pam Ellis, The Berkshire Medium!Pam has helped hundreds of people connect with loved ones who have passed. Experience the comfort of being able to communicate with those who have crossed over. You will find her readings a truly amazing experience.Doors will open at 5:30PM | Event begins at 6PM and ends ay 8PMThis event is expected to sell out, please buy your tickets in advance.Bloom Meadows2422 Hancock Road,
Get ready to transport back to the totally tubular 80s with THE BRAT PACK, New England's most epic 80s tribute event - it's gonna be rad!The Brat Pack is a group of seasoned MA and CT musicians bringing you a fun, energetic 80's tribute show like no other! Their authentic delivery of all your favorite 80's Pop, Rock and New Wave classics will have you reliving your best memories of the early years of MTV. The Brat Pack delivers the sights, sounds and best-of-times feelings of the 80s, every show, every song... Let's Get Weird!Showtime: 8:00pm (21+)
Enjoy a hike at The Boulders while you get to know trees up close and personal.Enjoy a hike at The Boulders while you get to know trees up close and personal. We will learn techniques to help identify trees in the winter and discuss the natural history of some of our more common species of trees.Difficulty: Moderate (slight elevation change), 2.8 miles round-tripWhat to Bring: Please bring water, wear sturdy footwear and wear layers. Consider snowshoes or microspikes depending on the weather. BNRC has a few pairs of both to loan if needed.Directions:The parking area is to the left of
