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These writings are inspired, funny, angry, heartfelt, tragic, and beautiful but above all, together they create a true and profound portrait of this issue’s effect on every one of us. A Memory, a Monologue, a Rant, and a Prayer is a call to the world to demand an end to violence against women. 100% of the proceeds to benefit the Elizabeth Freeman Center.

Piano virtuoso Laszlo Gardony performs fresh, modern but soulful arrangements of beloved old tunes, and covering ten styles and genres (jazz, Negro spirituals, rock, funk, Broadway, Neapolitan, etc.). Based in part on his new, highly-acclaimed CD “La Marseillaise,” his adaptations include the title song and nine other familiar tunes, from Misty to Eleanor Rigby, Lady Madonna to Summertime, and myriad in between. Known as an innovator for both his composing and performance approaches, Hungarian-born Laszlo Gardony is also a professor of piano at the Berklee College of Music. He made his local debut at the Berkshire Museum nearly 20 years ago, and has developed a strong regional and national following.

(snow date: Feb. 22)

Every 10 minutes, a new play begins! Join us for ten 10 minute plays by 10 playwrights, featuring a dynamite group of actors.

Youth Musicians from all over Berkshire County will perform songs written by youth from around the world who have participated in Music in Common JAMMS programs. Music in Common is a nonprofit organization that empowers youth against hate through collaborative songwriting, multimedia, and performance.

Registration is day of at the Pavillion. Prizes awarded in Adult and Junior divisions. Sponsored by the Onota Fishing Club.

Enjoy a day of fun outdoor activities for the whole family, including snowperson making, tree tapping, snowshoeing, a bonfire, live music, and more.

Every 10 minutes, a new play begins! Join us for ten 10 minute plays by 10 playwrights, featuring a dynamite group of actors.

Ted Lightburn, Science Department Chair, Hands-to-Work Director – Students from The Darrow School will demonstrate air pressure concepts through a hands-on demonstration where children will make a Cartesian Diver that they can take home with them. These Darrow Juniors in high school have recently completed a unit on gas pressure. They will be able to explain how pressure and volume are related in an experiment that they can re-create almost anywhere with easily found materials. Suitable for all ages.

All Ages. Meet seven live animals from the Records and Burpee Zoo and learn about their adaptations, how they survive in the wild, and the consequences of keeping wild animals as pets.

In the spirit of She Shapes History, WordXWord has challenged poets give voice to the often overlooked, unvoiced, ways that women have and continue to move the world forward.

The Pittsfield Cooperative Bank, The City of Pittsfield Recreation Program and the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires invite the first 100 people through the door during the Public Skate at the Pittsfield Boys & Girls Club to free admission for skating as well as free skate rental if needed (limited size availability).

BIFF celebrates short film with some of the best shorts from our 14th Annual Festival.

The Darrow Theater Workshop members, led by Jennifer Pytleski Performing Arts Department Chair, Theater Director, English Teacher, will be facilitating a workshop focused on youth devised work. Participants will have the chance to build a 10-minute play informed by theater games, stories, and the space we are creating in.

Wednesday, February 19

9:30-11:30am

The 10×10 Auction and Real Art Party will have a new format. The 5+5=10 RAP will include an art exhibit of the work of young artists under the age of 10 years old and a FREE real art party for ALL Ages.

Every 10 minutes, a new play begins! Join us for ten 10 minute plays by 10 playwrights, featuring a dynamite group of actors.