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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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Suggested Events for August 18th – 24th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families, and our featured post of After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs for Children & Lifelong Learners!
Our New After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs Directory is Here!
Our community is rich in learning opportunities to supplement the interests of children, teens, and life-long learners. We have put together a directory of after-school & weekend classes and enrichment programs happening across Western Massachusetts throughout the school year. Many of these programs aren’t just for kids, so to all the adults out there – feel encouraged to pursue your interests and honor your callings through these enrichment classes, too!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
August 18th – 24th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Suggest an Event | Cultural Itineraries | Forecast | Museum Passes | Weekly eNewsletter | Farmers’ Markets | Storyhour & Playgroups| Berkshire Family Fun | Advertise/Sponsorship | en Español
RECAP
- Community Spotlight: Intuitive Spirit Healing Arts
- From Our Library: A Book List for Studying Immigration
- HFVS Rivers, Critters and Pirate Misfit Episode with Guest DJs, Funkinships
- Plantastic! A Horticultural Journey
- Off the Mat: The Age of Contentment
- HFVS Scrapbooking Spectacular Episode with Recess Monkey (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Endangered Species to Physics. Traditional Crafts to Technology.
- Berkshire Family Fun: August 2018
- The 2018 – 2019 Western MA Enrichment Programs & After-School Classes Directory is Here!
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Our Growing Roots: Real Food, Real Connection
- Learning Landscapes: Development of Self-Regulation
- Literary Guide for George Ella Lyon’s “The Outside Inn”
- HFVS Back to School Episode (Radio Show/Podcast)
- People-Watching! Supporting Language Arts, Theater & Community Awareness
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Weekdays in Western MA:
August 13th – 17th, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, August 13th, 2018
- Tuesday, August 14th, 2018
- Wednesday, August 15th, 2018
- Thursday, August 16th, 2018
- Friday, August 17th, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
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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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Suggested Events for August 11th – 17th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families, and our featured post of After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs for Children & Lifelong Learners!
Our New After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs Directory is Here!
Our community is rich in learning opportunities to supplement the interests of children, teens, and life-long learners. We have put together a directory of after-school & weekend classes and enrichment programs happening across Western Massachusetts throughout the school year. Many of these programs aren’t just for kids, so to all the adults out there – feel encouraged to pursue your interests and honor your callings through these enrichment classes, too!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
August 11th – 17th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Suggest an Event | Cultural Itineraries | Forecast | Museum Passes | Weekly eNewsletter | Farmers’ Markets | Storyhour & Playgroups| Berkshire Family Fun | Advertise/Sponsorship | en Español
RECAP
- Plantastic! A Horticultural Journey
- Off the Mat: The Age of Contentment
- HFVS Scrapbooking Spectacular Episode with Recess Monkey (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Endangered Species to Physics. Traditional Crafts to Technology.
- Berkshire Family Fun: August 2018
- The 2018 – 2019 Western MA Enrichment Programs & After-School Classes Directory is Here!
- HFVS Surprise Episode with Guest DJ, Surprise Episode with Guest DJs, Randy & Dave (Podcast/Radio Show)
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Change of Seasons Bring Nature, Art & STEM Discoveries
- Fibonacci Sequence & Golden Ratio Drive Nature Based Education
- Family Camping Grows Respect for Nature
- Sing About Science and Math
- The Dinner Table: Letting Go of Perfect!
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Weekdays in Western MA:
August 6th – 10th, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, August 6th, 2018
- Tuesday, August 7th, 2018
- Wednesday, August 8th, 2018
- Thursday, August 9th, 2018
- Friday, August 10th, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
See your banner here! Sponsor Weekdays in Western MA!
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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Suggested Events for August 4th – 10th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families, and our featured post of After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs for Children & Lifelong Learners!
Our New After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs Directory is Here!
Our community is rich in learning opportunities to supplement the interests of children, teens, and life-long learners. We have put together a directory of after-school & weekend classes and enrichment programs happening across Western Massachusetts throughout the school year. Many of these programs aren’t just for kids, so to all the adults out there – feel encouraged to pursue your interests and honor your callings through these enrichment classes, too!
Berkshire County Highlights for Families:
August 2018
Find out about community events and learning opportunities happening throughout Berkshire County for the month of August. We’ll be adding to this list as the month progresses, so be sure to check back each week.
If you have a community event, educational program, or service-learning opportunity happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, self-post your event at any time on our Suggest An Event bulletin board. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening, along with time, place, age appropriateness, and costs before attending.
To find out what’s happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, check our comprehensive list of Weekly Suggested Events, published every Thursday! There you will also find our list of ongoing weekday playgroups, story hours and events both in Berkshire County and throughout the region.
ADVERTISE HERE: Reach thousands of families in Western MA while supporting the community development work of Hilltown Families! Find out more about our advertising options and how you can partner with Hilltown Families in your online marketing by emailing us at sales@hilltownfamilies.org.
Berkshire Family Fun, a project of Hilltown Families, is sponsored in part by MASS MoCA:
Berkshire Family Fun is also supported in part by a grant from the Hinsdale-Peru, Pittsfield, Sandisfield, Windsor, Washington, and Mt. Washington Cultural Councils, local agencies which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Weekdays in Western MA:
July 30th – August 3rd, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, July 30, 2018
- Tuesday, July 31, 2018
- Wednesday, August 1, 2018
- Thursday, August 2, 2018
- Friday, August 3, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
See your banner here! Sponsor Weekdays in Western MA!
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! MAP Peruse our list of Suggested Events for July 28th – August 3rd, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family… Read More
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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Suggested Events for July 21st – 27th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="180"] Reach thousands of families in the region with our 2018-2019 directory! Reserve your space.[/caption]
Reach thousands of families in the region with our 2018-2019 directory! Reserve your space. Our community is rich in after-school learning opportunities to supplement the interests of our children, teens, and life-long learners. We are putting together a directory of after-school & weekend classes and enrichment programs happening across Western Massachusetts to be published on our web site later this month and featured throughout the school year. If you have a class or program you would like to have included in our directory, contact us at sales@hilltownfamilies.org to learn about our advertising options and sponsorship packages.
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
July 21st – 27th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Suggest an Event | Cultural Itineraries | Forecast | Museum Passes | Weekly eNewsletter | Farmers’ Markets | Storyhour & Playgroups| Berkshire Family Fun | Advertise/Sponsorship | en Español
RECAP
- 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Jacobite Risings to Princess History. Paprika to Venus Fly Traps.
- Suggested Events for July 21st – 27th, 2018
- Dear Sarah: Lying
- HFVS Summer Family Fun Episode with Guest DJ, Jason Didner and the Jungle Gym Jam
- Literature in Context: A Community-Based Education Guide to Julia Alvarez’s Return to Sender
- HFVS Songwriting Episode with Guest DJ, Joanie Leeds (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 11 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Singularity to Anthropocene. Puppets to Drums…
- Moving, Sending, and Settling Energy: Family Exercises
- Off the Mat: Fear Itself
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- The Good Life: Summertime Downtime
- Soup’s On: Picky Eaters, Part 2
- When Dinosaurs Walked…Western Mass
- Journal-Making: Creative Outlet for Bringing Family Together
- Monarch Butterflies: The Life & Science
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Weekdays in Western MA: July 16th – 20th, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, July 16, 2018
- Tuesday, July 17, 2018
- Wednesday, July 18, 2018
- Thursday, July 19, 2018
- Friday, July 20, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
See your banner here! Sponsor Weekdays in Western MA!
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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Suggested Events for July 14th – 20th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
After-School Classes & Enrichment Programs
[caption id="" align="alignright" width="180"] Reach thousands of families in the region with our 2018-2019 directory! Reserve your space.[/caption]
Reach thousands of families in the region with our 2018-2019 directory! Reserve your space. Our community is rich in after-school learning opportunities to supplement the interests of our children, teens, and life-long learners. We are putting together a directory of after-school & weekend classes and enrichment programs happening across Western Massachusetts to be published on our web site later this month and featured throughout the school year. If you have a class or program you would like to have included in our directory, contact us at sales@hilltownfamilies.org to learn about our advertising options and sponsorship packages.
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
July 14th – 20th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Suggest an Event | Cultural Itineraries | Forecast | Museum Passes | Weekly eNewsletter | Farmers’ Markets | Storyhour & Playgroups| Berkshire Family Fun | Advertise/Sponsorship | en Español
RECAP
- Moving, Sending, and Settling Energy: Family Exercises
- Off the Mat: Fear Itself
- Berkshire Family Fun: July 2018
- HFVS Songs About America Episode with Guest DJ, Rocknoceros (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Hilltown Families on Mass Appeal: Community-Based Learning for Zoology
- Berkshire Mountains: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Summer Critters & Local Resources Support Learning and a Sense of Place
- HFVS Rock and Keep Rolling Episode with Guest DJ, Tim Seston (Podcast/Radio Show)
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Time to Talk: Summer Language Stimulation
- Q&A: Are Your Kids Still in Diapers? What Do They Swim In?
- Literary Guide for Lisa Campbell Ernst’s “Sam Johnson and the Blue Ribbon Quilt”
- Local Agricultural Fairs Showcase Rich Local Heritage
- Oak & Acorn: Basil Pesto & Peas
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Weekdays in Western MA:
July 9th – 13th, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, July 9, 2018
- Tuesday, July 10, 2018
- Wednesday, July 11, 2018
- Thursday, July 12, 2018
- Friday, July 13, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
See your banner here! Sponsor Weekdays in Western MA!
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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Suggested Events for July 7th – 13th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families. Plus, our bi-weekly column, Learn Local. Play Local., is out this week! It provides you with 11 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Singularity to Anthropocene. Puppets to Drums. and more!
NEW MARKETING OPPORTUNITY
In an effort to connect families with health and wellness resources in the region, weʼre offering service providers a chance to partner with Hilltown Families in your marketing with a brand new online resource: Western MA Health & Wellness Directory. Click HERE to learn how you can share your business with thousands of families throughout Western MA!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
July 7th – 13th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Suggest an Event | Cultural Itineraries | Forecast | Museum Passes | Weekly eNewsletter | Farmers’ Markets | Storyhour & Playgroups| Berkshire Family Fun | Advertise/Sponsorship | en Español
RECAP
- Moving, Sending, and Settling Energy: Family Exercises
- Off the Mat: Fear Itself
- Berkshire Family Fun: July 2018
- HFVS Songs About America Episode with Guest DJ, Rocknoceros (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Hilltown Families on Mass Appeal: Community-Based Learning for Zoology
- Berkshire Mountains: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Summer Critters & Local Resources Support Learning and a Sense of Place
- HFVS Rock and Keep Rolling Episode with Guest DJ, Tim Seston (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Summer Trails: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Summer Suggestions: Things to Do & Places to See in Western MA
- Dear Sarah: Chores
- HFVS Father’s Day Episode with Guest DJ, Frank Gallo (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Father’s Day: Learning through the Lens of the Season
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Hand Clapping Games: Summer & Schoolyard Creative Free Play that Supports Learning
- Thunderstorms: Those Rumbling Science Shows
- Sing About Science and Math
- The Dinner Table: Letting Go of Perfect!
- Literary Guide for Mildred Pitts Walter’s “Alec’s Primer”
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Weekdays in Western MA:
July 2nd – 6th, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, July 2, 2018
- Tuesday, July 3, 2018
- Wednesday, July 4, 2018
- Thursday, July 5, 2018
- Friday, July 6, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
See your banner here! Sponsor Weekdays in Western MA!
Berkshire County Highlights for Families:
July 2018
Find out about community events and learning opportunities happening throughout Berkshire County for the month of July. We’ll be adding to this list as the month progresses, so be sure to check back each week.
If you have a community event, educational program, or service-learning opportunity happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, self-post your event at any time on our Suggest An Event bulletin board. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening, along with time, place, age appropriateness, and costs before attending.
To find out what’s happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, check our comprehensive list of Weekly Suggested Events, published every Thursday! There you will also find our list of ongoing weekday playgroups, story hours and events both in Berkshire County and throughout the region.
ADVERTISE HERE: Reach thousands of families in Western MA while supporting the community development work of Hilltown Families! Find out more about our advertising options and how you can partner with Hilltown Families in your online marketing by emailing us at sales@hilltownfamilies.org.
Berkshire Family Fun, a project of Hilltown Families, is sponsored in part by MASS MoCA:
Berkshire Family Fun is also supported in part by grants from the Hinsdale/Peru, Mount Washington, Sandisfield, Washington, and Windsor Cultural Councils, local agencies which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
North Berkshire
Adams | Cheshire | Florida | Hancock | Lanesborough | Monterey | North Adams | Williamstown | Windsor
Central Berkshire | South Berkshire
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Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum. 413-743-7121. 67 East Road. Adams, MA.
Abbot School — 56 North Country Road.
Hancock Shaker Village. 1843 W Housatonic St. 413-443-0188
Bascom Lodge 413-743-1591. 30 Rockwell Road.
Lanesborough Library — 413-499-5981. 83 North Main Street.
Mt. Greylock — 413-499-4262. 30 Rockwell Road.
Bidwell House Museum – 413-528-6888. 100 Art School Road.
Ashintully — 413-298-3239. Sodom Road
North Adams Farmers’ Market 413-664-6180. St. Anthony Drive & Route 8.
Western Gateway Heritage State Park 413-663-6312. 115 State Street.
North Adams Public Library 413-662-3133. 74 Church Street.
MASS MoCA 413-662-2111. 1040 MASS MoCA Way.
Haskins Community Center 413-664-4821. 210 State Street.
Natural Bridge State Park — 413-663-6392. McCauley Road.
Milne Public Library 413-458-5369. 1095 Main Street.
Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation 413-458-2494. 671 Cold Spring Road.
Clark Art Institute 413-458-2303. 225 South Street.
Images Cinema. 413-458-5612. 50 Spring Street.
Sweet Brook Farm — 413-884-4246. 580 Oblong Road.
Williams College Museum of Art — 413-597-2376. 15 Lawrence Hall Drive.
Williamstown Youth Center — 413-458-5925. 270 Cole Avenue.
Notchview Reservation 413-684-0148. Route 9. Windsor, MA.
Central Berkshire
Becket | Dalton | Hinsdale | Lee | Lenox | Peru | Pittsfield | Richmond | Stockbridge | Tyringham | Washington | West Stockbridge
North Berkshire | South Berkshire
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Dalton Free Public Library 0 413-684-6112. 462 Main Street.
Spectrum Playhouse – 413-394-5023. 20 Franklin Street.
South Berkshire Kids – 413-464-5095. 100 Main Street.
Lee Library – 413-243-0385. 100 Main Street.
Sunday, July 1, 8:30am
NATURE STUDIES/CANOEING
The Housatonic River, running 149 miles from Pittsfield to the Long Island Sound, was once home to more than 30,000 Mohicans and several Algonquian communities. The word ‘Housatonic’ comes from the Mohican phrase meaning “river of the mountain place.” European settlement in the region began in Sheffield in 1725. Since then, this important watershed has become an industrial hub. By the nineteenth century there were dozens of dams and mills along the Housatonic in Pittsfield alone. Hundreds of years worth of industry has heavily polluted the Housatonic but recent clean up efforts have made it possible for areas along the river to continue to thrive. The Housatonic Valley Wildlife Management Area, in particular, is home to numerous species of fish and animals. Come along for a relaxing canoe trip along the Housatonic river and learn all about the natural and cultural history of this important ecosystem. Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley. New Lenox Road, Lenox, MA ($$)
Lenox Library — 413-637-0197. 18 Main Street.
Lenox Historical Society — Main Street.
The Mount – 413-551-5111. 2 Plunkett Street.
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary – 472 West Mountain Road.
Shakespeare and Company – 413-637-3353. 70 Kemble Street.
Ventfort Hall – 413-637-3206. 104 Walker Street.
Monday, July 2, 11am
LIVING HISTORY
In the tumultuous religious climate of 18th century England, the Shakers or “Shaking Quakers,” as they were originally known, presented a radical vision for human society. Promoting celibacy, pacifism, communalism, and total equality of the sexes, the Shakers believed that god spoke directly to them through ecstatic experiences, hence their name. After arriving in the American colonies in 1774, the Shakers established communities throughout New England. During the so-called ‘golden age’ of the Shakers, communities were created as far west as Indiana and Ohio and the total population of Shakers grew to 6,000 people. This was the peak of the Shaker movement, however, and by 1920 only twelve of the original twenty Shaker villages remained. Since the Shakers were celibate, the movement ultimately died out. As of 2017, there is only one Shaker community left in the world, with a population of two people. But the impact of the Shakers on New England region culture still remains. The Shakers were committed to simplicity in all things and were well known for their austere, highly functional furniture, as well as their rich folk art traditions and beautiful music, which was considered by the Shakers to be one of the ‘gifts’ from god. You may be familiar with the song “Simple Gifts,” which is one of the best known Shaker songs. Today, numerous Shaker museums display these artefacts, including, of course, the Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield. Children between the ages of 3 and 12 are invited to take a tour of the village and experience daily life in a 19th century Shaker village! Hancock Shaker Village. 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA ($$)
Friday, July 6, 10am-5pm
LIVING HISTORY/MUSEUM ADVENTURES
Free Fun Fridays is committed to providing access to some of the region’s most exciting cultural sites. On fridays over the next 10 weeks, area museums, historic sites, and performing arts spaces will be accessible to families free of charge. This friday, families will have the opportunity to explore the Hancock Shaker Village. Learn all about New England life in the 19th century! For more information about the Free Fun Fridays program and a complete list of participating locations, please visit Free Fun Fridays. Hancock Shaker Village. 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA (FREE)
Friday, July 6, 5-8pm
ART STUDIES/PLACEMAKING
As Henry David Thoreau points out, the root of the word “saunter” comes from “the idle people who roved about the country… under the pretense of going à la Sainte Terre, or the Holy Land.” Thus the act of casually strolling an inherently sacred act. For those who saunter, the entire world becomes their Holy Land. To walk aimlessly is to find a pilgrimage in every step, a temple in every tree, shrub, or blade of grass. What better way to find your temple than to combine walking with art? Pittsfield’s First Fridays Artswalk features a dozen different art shows throughout the Upstreet Cultural District. Come check out amazing local art and meet some of the artists! Downtown Pittsfield. Pittsfield, MA (FREE)
The Berkshire Athenaeum 413-499-4809. 1 Wendell Avenue.
Berkshire Humane Society 413-447-7878. 214 Barker Road.
Berkshire Lyric Theatre – 413-499-0258
Berkshire Museum – 413-443-7171 x10. 39 South Street.
Berkshire Music School — 413-442-1411. 30 Wendell Ave.
Colonial Theatre — 413-298-5576. 111 South Street.
Downtown Pittsfield Farmers’ Market. First Street.
First Friday Artswalk — Downtown.
Hancock Shaker Village – 413-443-0188. 1843 West Housatonic Street.
Herman Melville’s Arrowhead. 413-442-1793. 780 Holmes Road.
Hilltop Orchard — Route 295.
Berkshire Botanical Garden 413-298-3926. 5 West Stockbridge Road.
Chesterwood — 413-298-3579. 4 Williamsville Road
Norman Rockwell Museum – 413-298-4100. 9 Route 183.
The Stockbridge Library, Museum, and Archives – 413-298-5501. 18 Main Street.
Ashintully Gardens. 413-298-3239. Sodem Road.
West Stockbridge Public Library – 413-232-0300 x308. 21 State Line Road.
South Berkshire
Alford |Egremont | Great Barrington | Housatonic | Monterey | New Marlborough | Sheffield
North Berkshire | Central Berkshire
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Berkshire South Regional Community Center — 413-528-2810. 15 Crissey Road.
Great Barrington Historical Society — South Main Street.
The Guthrie Center — 413-644-9288. 2 Van Deusenville Road.
Great Barrington Riverwalk — Church and River Streets.
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center — 413-528-0100. 14 Castle Street.
Mason Library — 413-528-2403. 231 Main Street.
South Berkshire Kids – 413-464-5095. 444 Old Stockbridge Road.
EGREMONT
Project Native – 413-274-3433. 342 North Plain Road.
Ramsdell Library – 413-274-3738. 1087 Main Street.
Bidwell House Museum — 413-528-6888. 100 Art School Road.
Cookson State Forest — Hotchkiss Road.
New Marlborough Library — 413-664-0104. 1 Mill River-Great Barrington Road.
Otis Library and Museum – 413-269-0109. 48 North Main Road.
Bushnell-Sage Library – 413-229-7004. 48 Main Street.
Bartholomew’s Cobble – 413-229-8600. 105 Weatogue Road.
Sheffield Historical Society. 413-229-2694. 91 Main St.
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 June 30th – July 6th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups, and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
We’re Spreading Health Across Western MA!
In an effort to connect families with health and wellness resources in the region, weʼre offering service providers a chance to partner with Hilltown Families in your marketing with a brand new online resource: Western MA Health & Wellness Directory. Click HERE to learn how you can share your business with thousands of families throughout Western MA!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
June 30th – July 6th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
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4th of July Celebrations & Fireworks in Western MA for 2018
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Below is our comprehensive list of events, parades, and fireworks celebrating Independence Day throughout Western MA for 2018. Please take the time to confirm events you wish to attend, including time, place, age appropriateness, location, and costs before attending.
Be sure to check out the Hilltown Families list of Weekly Suggested Events every Thursday for a comprehensive list of family and community events happening in Western MA. Subscribe to our free eNewsletter and have an update sent to your inbox every Thursday!
JUNE 29, 2018
Holyoke – Dusk/9:15 PM Holyoke Community College | 303 Homestead Avenue (Rain Date 6/30/2018)JUNE 30, 2018
Chicopee – 9:30 PM Szot Park – Front Street (Rain Date 7/1/2018)
Ware – 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Greenville Park – Church St. at Walter Dr. – The show will be preceded by a concert that begins at 5:00 pm. The fireworks are scheduled to start at dusk, or about 9:00 pm.
Webster – 9:30pm – Webster Lake
Westfield – 9:15 PM – South Middle School Field – 30 W. Silver St. (Rain Date 7/1/2018)JULY 2, 2018
Worcester – 9:30 PM – Cristoforo Colombo Park (East Park) on Shrewsbury Street (Rain Date 7/3/2018)JULY 3, 2018
East Longmeadow – 9:30 PM – East Longmeadow High School
South Hadley – 9:30 PM – 100 Mosier StreetJULY 4, 2018
Agawam – 9:30-10pm PM – Six Flags – All active and retired Military will get in the park for FREE. Just show valid identification and enjoy FREE entry July 2- July 4.
Amherst – 9:30 PM McGuirk Stadium at UMASS Amherst
East Longmeadow – 10 AM – July 4th Parade – It will start at the high school, move through the center onto North Main St, and finish at Hanward Hill at the middle school.
North Adams – 9:30PM – Joe Wolfe Field
Pittsfield – Between 8:45-10:00 PM – Pittsfield Cemetery Property – Wahconah Street (Rain Date 7/14/2018)JULY 6, 2018
Greenfield – 9:30 PM Beacon Field (Rain Date 7/7/2018)JULY 7, 2018
Everett - Dusk/9:00 PM Glendale Park
Otis – 9:15 PM Otis Reservoir – 410 Tolland Road (Rain Date 7/14/2018)
Uxbridge – 9:00 PM McCloskey M.S. – 62 Capron Street
[Photo credit: (ccl) James Jordan]
Weekdays in Western MA:
June 25 – 29, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, June 25, 2018
- Tuesday, June 26, 2018
- Wednesday, June 27, 2018
- Thursday, June 28, 2018
- Friday, June 29, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
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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 June 23rd – 29th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups, and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our weekly column, Learn Local. Play Local. for 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Moon Phases to Goat Yoga. Bubbles to Fireflies., and our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
We’re Spreading Health Across Western MA!
In an effort to connect families with health and wellness resources in the region, weʼre offering service providers a chance to partner with Hilltown Families in your marketing with a brand new online resource: Western MA Health & Wellness Directory. Click HERE to learn how you can share your business with thousands of families throughout Western MA!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
June 23rd – 29th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
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- Suggested Events for June 23rd – 29th, 2018
- Summer Trails: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Summer Suggestions: Things to Do & Places to See in Western MA
- Dear Sarah: Chores
- HFVS Father’s Day Episode with Guest DJ, Frank Gallo (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Father’s Day: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Literature in Context: A Community-Based Education Guide to Molly Bang’s The Grey Lady and the Strawberry Snatcher
- HFVS New Beginnings Episode with Guest DJ, Alison Faith Levy (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Pickleball to Rhubarb. Cake History to Garden Tours.
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Fibonacci Sequence & Golden Ratio Drive Nature Based Education
- The Garden Plot: Tending Gardens & Family Learning Opportunities
- Let Them Grow: Creating Child Friendly Food Experience
- HFVS All Kinds of Families Episode with Guest DJ, Alastair Moock (Radio Show/Podcast)
- Picky Eaters, Part 1: The Root
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
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- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Summer Bucket List & Reader Recommendations for Western MA With it’s natural beauty, local food, family attractions and community festivals and fairs, Western Massachusetts is a haven for family fun. Whether you’re visiting the area, or are fortunate enough to live here year round, the region in the summer is an engaging place to vacation or staycation! We asked our readers to recommend their favorite attractions, day trips, must see or must… Read More
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 June 16th – 22nd, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
We’re Spreading Health Across Western MA!
In an effort to connect families with health and wellness resources in the region, weʼre offering service providers a chance to partner with Hilltown Families in your marketing with a brand new online resource: Western MA Health & Wellness Directory. Click HERE to learn how you can share your business with thousands of families throughout Western MA!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
June 16th- 22nd, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
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- Suggested Events for June 16th – 22nd, 2018
- Father’s Day: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Literature in Context: A Community-Based Education Guide to Molly Bang’s The Grey Lady and the Strawberry Snatcher
- HFVS New Beginnings Episode with Guest DJ, Alison Faith Levy (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Pickleball to Rhubarb. Cake History to Garden Tours.
- Spring Wildflowers: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Off the Mat: Irons in the Fire
- Berkshire Family Fun: June 2018
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Empowering Our Girls: Being a Role Model
- 4 Community Organizations that Support Learning on the River
- What to Play? Summer is Time to Absorb the World
- Hindsight Parenting: Nothing Beats Planning for the Summer
- Strawberries Take Center Stage in Western MA Moonlight
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Weekdays in Western MA:
June 11th – 15th, 2018
Weekday community-based educational opportunities can be found throughout the four counties of Western MA all week long! Each weekday we feature community-based educational opportunities that can be selected to support the interests and education of self-directed teens, homeschoolers and life-long learners.
Select the day of the week and find events that support your interests through community engagement!
- Monday, June 11, 2018
- Tuesday, June 12, 2018
- Wednesday, June 13, 2018
- Thursday, June 14, 2018
- Friday, June 15, 2018
Check our list of Weekly Suggested Events for our comprehensive list, including ongoing learning and play opportunities for younger children and intergenerational community events.
See your banner here! Sponsor Weekdays in Western MA!
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 Weekly Suggested Events for June 9th – 15th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups, and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check our weekly column, Learn Local. Play Local. for 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Pickleball to Rhubarb. Cake History to Garden Tours, and our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
We’re Spreading Health Across Western MA!
In an effort to connect families with health and wellness resources in the region, weʼre offering service providers a chance to partner with Hilltown Families in your marketing with a brand new online resource: Western MA Health & Wellness Directory. Click HERE to learn how you can share your business with thousands of families throughout Western MA!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
June 9th – 15th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Fiddle Music ♦ Senegalese Music ♦ Pickleball ♦ Kusudama ♦ Plastic ♦ Cake History ♦ Ukulele ♦ Garden Based Learning ♦ Korean War ♦ Japanese Paper Folding ♦ Music – Pomp & Circumstance
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- 10 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Pickleball to Rhubarb. Cake History to Garden Tours.
- Suggested Events for June 9th – 15th, 2018
- Spring Wildflowers: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Off the Mat: Irons in the Fire
- HFVS History of Folk Music for Families with Guest DJ, Greg McIlvaine of The Hollow Trees (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Berkshire Family Fun: June 2018
- Spring Harvest: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Hilltown Families on Mass Appeal: Memorial Day as a Catalyst for Learning
- Memorial Day: A Catalyst for Learning, Gratitude, and Kindness
- Learning Landscape for June: Dandelions!
- HFVS Family Dance Party with Guest DJ, Mr. Billy of The Jolly Pops (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 14 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Woolcraft to Pottery. Falcons to Food Trucks.
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Urban And Rural River Walks and Trails Highlight Natural and Human History
- Literary Guide for David Wiesner’s June 29, 1999
- Great Big Story Shares Highlights of Human Experience
- Learning Landscapes: How Adventures Connect Us to Place & Stewardship
- HFVS You Are What You Eat Episode with Guest DJ, Eric Herman (Radio Show/Podcast)
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
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!
MAP
Peruse our list of Weekly Suggested Events for June 2nd – 8th, 2018 for a comprehensive list of events happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, including Bulletin Board Announcements, Ongoing Story Hours & Playgroups and the Hilltown Family Variety Show.
Also, check out our monthly column, Berkshire Family Fun, for a list of premier educational, cultural highlights in Berkshire County for families.
Calling all Doulas, Energy Workers, Massage Therapists, Yoga Instructors, Herbalists, Spiritual Healers, and beyond!
In an effort to connect families with health and wellness resources in the region, weʼre offering service providers a chance to partner with Hilltown Families in your marketing with a brand new online resource: Western MA Health & Wellness Directory. Click HERE to learn how you can share your business with thousands of families throughout Western MA!
Does Your Job Feed Your Passion? Do You Want to Feel More Creative At Work? Do You Need a Flexible Work Schedule?
Hilltown Families seeks a new Executive Director!
Working towards creating a culture of intentional learning, Sienna Wildfield founded Hilltown Families in 2005 as an innovative approach to education and community-development. We began as a simple email listserv for families living in the rural regions of Massachusetts, and now Hilltown Families serves all four counties of western Massachusetts, sharing tens of thousands of community-based educational events, resources, and opportunities over the years for all generations and all levels of learning.
Hilltown Families is now seeking a half-time Executive Director to shepherd the next level of growth of the local organization. Further information about the opportunity is available here: Executive Director Job Description. Please spread the word!
LIST OF WEEKLY SUGGESTED EVENTS
June 2nd – 8th, 2018
Saturday • Sunday
Monday • Tuesday • Wednesday • Thursday • Friday
Suggest an Event | Cultural Itineraries | Forecast | Museum Passes | Weekly eNewsletter | Farmers’ Markets | Storyhour & Playgroups| Berkshire Family Fun | Advertise/Sponsorship | en Español
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- Spring Harvest: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Hilltown Families on Mass Appeal: Memorial Day as a Catalyst for Learning
- Memorial Day: A Catalyst for Learning, Gratitude, and Kindness
- Learning Landscape for June: Dandelions!
- HFVS Family Dance Party with Guest DJ, Mr. Billy of The Jolly Pops (Podcast/Radio Show)
- 14 Community-Based Educational Highlights: Woolcraft to Pottery. Falcons to Food Trucks.
- Memorial Day: Learning through the Lens of the Season
- Dear Sarah: An Advice Column Addressing Everything from Toddler Tantrums to Teenager Troubles
- Let Them Grow: Early Spring Garden Prep Activities for Little Hands
- HFVS STE(A)M Episode with Guest DJs, Dan Crow, and John Wood (Podcast/Radio Show)
- Farmers’ Markets: Learning through the Lens of the Season
FIVE FROM THE ARCHIVES
- Resources for Mindfulness in Western Massachusetts
- In Appreciation: An Exercise in Perspective Taking
- Explore the Art of Dance Through Community-Based Resources
- Summer Camping Adventures Promote Nature-Based Play and Learning
- HFVS Music of the World Episode with Guest DJ, Keith Terry (Radio Show/Podcast)
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARDS
- History Bulletin Board
- Sustainability Bulletin Board
- Theater Bulletin Board
- Visual Art Bulletin Board
- Community Announcements Bulletin Board
- Community Suggested Events
- Community Suggested Camps
- Community Suggested Classes
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Hilltown Families is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your donation helps us make this a free service to our community![/caption]
Berkshire County Highlights for Families:
June 2018
Find out about community events and learning opportunities happening throughout Berkshire County for the month of June. We’ll be adding to this list as the month progresses, so be sure to check back each week.
If you have a community event, educational program, or service-learning opportunity happening in Western Massachusetts that you’d like to let us know about, self-post your event at any time on our Suggest An Event bulletin board. The events below are “suggested.” Please take the time to confirm that these events are happening, along with time, place, age appropriateness, and costs before attending.
To find out what’s happening throughout the four counties of Western MA, check our comprehensive list of Weekly Suggested Events, published every Thursday! There you will also find our list of ongoing weekday playgroups, story hours and events both in Berkshire County and throughout the region.
ADVERTISE HERE: Reach thousands of families in Western MA while supporting the community development work of Hilltown Families! Find out more about our advertising options and how you can partner with Hilltown Families in your online marketing by emailing Sales & Marketing Manger, Merricka Breuer at mbreuer@hilltownfamilies.org.
Berkshire Family Fun, a project of Hilltown Families, is sponsored in part by MASS MoCA:
Berkshire Family Fun is also supported in part by grants from the Hinsdale/Peru, Mount Washington, Sandisfield, Washington, and Windsor Cultural Councils, local agencies which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
