Here’s a recap of news and information posted on Hilltown Families this past week, along with a map for finding out what’s happening this weekend and next week throughout Western MA!

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Peruse our list of Suggested Events for April 27th-May 3rd, 2013 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including: Mark Your Calendars, Bulletin Board. and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.

Also check our weekly column, Learn Local. Play Local. for 40 Community Highlights: History of Tea to Biology of Frogs. Cultural Festivals to Fundraisers., and our bi-weekly column, Berkshire Family Fun for late April through early May, 2013, for a list of premier educational and cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families!

April 27th – May 3rd, 2013

Saturday • Sunday • Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday

Community Service ♦ Fundraisers ♦ Sustainability ♦ Animal/Nature Studies ♦ Economics ♦ Cultural Studies ♦ History

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• National Park Week Podcast
• One Clover & A Bee: A Poem for Spring
• Language Play: Supporting the Creativity of Writing
• Hilltown Families Voted as Best Blog & Best Website!
• 7 Children’s Books that Embody Peace
• PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT: Win Tickets to see Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band
• The Ripple: The Magic of Spring Peepers. The Science of Vernal Pools
• Call for Kid Crafters for the Hilltown Spring Festival Kids-Made Craft Bazaar
• HFVS Weather Episode with Guest DJ, Alison Faith Levy (Radio Show/Podcast)

Visit the Hilltown Families Facebook page and Twitter stream for more news and information!

FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES

1. Q&A: Does Your Family Have a Pediatric Dentist You Love Here in Western MA?
2. HFVS Arbor Day Episode (Radio Show/Podcast)
3. One Clover & A Bee: Poems For Families To Learn And Love
4. Make Your Own Natural Bug Repellent Using Essential Oils
5. Our Daughters: Using Facebook to Air Conflict

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