The Foundry presents ‘‘Ethereal,’ a night of cosmic camp and otherworldly comedy with Bohemian drag Superstar Tammie Brown
West Stockbridge— On Thursday, October 9th at 7:30 p.m., The Foundry presents “‘Ethereal,” a night of cosmic camp and otherworldly comedy with Bohemian drag Superstar Tammie Brown.
Making her Berkshire debut, Tammie Brown is the stage name of Keith Glen Schubert, an American singer, actor, and drag performer best known for appearance on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars,” “America’s Got Talent,” “Skin Wars,” and many other TV shows. Tammie Brown brings her signature strangeness, sharp wit and out of this world charm to the stage. Expect the unexpected and prepare to be transported.
The performance is on Thursday, October 9th at 7:30 p.m. at The Foundry, located at 2 Harris Street in West Stockbridge. The doors will open at 7 p.m. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Art in the Berkshires and The Lenox Collection partner to showcase local artists in three historic inns
Lenox— Art in the Berkshires and The Lenox Collection announce a new partnership bringing rotating exhibitions of Berkshire-area artists into three of Lenox’s most distinctive historic inns: The Constance, The Whitlock, and The Dewey.
Each quarter, the inns will feature rotating exhibitions showcasing between six and 12 Berkshire-area artists, ensuring guests enjoy a fresh experience with every visit. Exhibitions will be complemented by artist discussions, offering deeper insight into the creative process, and all artwork will be available for purchase.
The partnership launches on Thursday, October 9th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Constance, located at 11 Old Stockbridge Road in Lenox. The inaugural exhibition will feature a curated group of local artists working across a range of styles and mediums, from colorful contemporary paintings to traditional landscapes. Featured artists include Carolyn Abrams, Diane Firtell, Marion H Grant, Mollie Kellogg, Ilene Richard, and Shany Porras. It is open to the public and admission is free. More information can be found online.
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Becket Arts Center presents ‘Moving Through Color,’ an exhibit of paintings and drawings by CATA artists
Becket— On Thursday, October 9th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Becket Arts Center presents a free opening reception for “Moving Through Color,” an exhibit of paintings and drawings by CATA artists
The vibrant works on display were created by teens, adults, and elders with disabilities in workshops provided by Community Access to the Arts (CATA.) All the pictures in the exhibit are available for sale, with proceeds supporting commissions for the individual artists.
The opening reception is on Thursday, October 9th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Becket Arts Center, located at 7 Brooker Hill Road in Becket. More information can be found online.
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Bottomless Bricks presents ‘Brick & Sip at Wander: Halloween Edition!’ at Wander
Pittsfield— On Thursday, October 9th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Bottomless Bricks presents “Brick & Sip at Wander: Halloween Edition!” at Wander.
Get into the Halloween spirit with a frightfully fun evening of building and beverages. Each guest (age 18+) will create their very own Frankenstein’s Monster Head using LEGO® bricks, then kick back with a refreshing zero-proof beverage from Wander. Bring your friends, creativity, and your spooky spirit for this hauntingly good time!
Tickets include: a LEGO® Frankenstein’s Monster Head set to build and take home, one drink ticket from Wander’s creative zero-proof bar, and a playful night of socializing, building, and Halloween vibes.
The event is on Thursday, October 9th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Wander, located at 34 Depot Street in Pittsfield. It is an adult event for ages 18 and up. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Yiddish Book Center presents ‘Jewish Poland Today: On Page and Screen,’ with acclaimed Polish Jewish author Mikołaj Grynberg
Amherst— On Thursday, October 9th at 7 p.m., the Yiddish Book Center presents “Jewish Poland Today: On Page and Screen,” with acclaimed Polish Jewish author Mikołaj Grynberg.
Grynberg will be joined by his translator, Sean Gasper Bye, for a wide-ranging conversation about Jewish life in Poland today, the legacy of memory, and how the past and present continue to shape one another. The discussion will highlight Grynberg’s internationally acclaimed books, including “I’d Like to Say Sorry, but There’s No One to Say Sorry To” and “Confidential.” He made his directorial debut in 2021 with “Proof of Identity,” a film produced POLIN: the Museum of the History of Polish Jews.
“Poland holds a special place in Jewish history, but Grynberg’s works ask: what does Jewish life in Poland look like now?” said Rebecka McDougall, director of communication and marketing for the Yiddish Book Center. “This program offers our community the chance to hear directly from one of the most important voices in contemporary Polish Jewish culture.”
Sean Gasper Bye’s translations have won the EBRD Literary Prize and the Asymptote Close Approximations Prize; and been shortlisted for the Warwick Prize for Women in Translation, a National Jewish Book Award, the Sami Rohr Prize and the National Translation Award.
The hybrid presentation is on Thursday, October 9th at 7 p.m. at the Yiddish Book Center, located at 1021 West Street in Amherst, and on Zoom. The evening will also include a book signing, with titles available for purchase. Tickets and more information c an be found online.
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Berkshire Innovation Center presents 2025 TEDx Berkshires
Pittsfield— On Thursday, October 9th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Berkshire Innovation Center presents 2025 TEDx Berkshires, a local, independently organized event that brings the exciting TED experience to the Berkshires by presenting powerful ideas from a diverse cohort of thought leaders. Speakers for this years event include:
- Dr. Maria Sirois, Consulting Fellow and Chief Wisdom Integrator at LeaderMom, will present on strengthening health and optimism and building a better world for others and the planet.
- Dr. Natalie Nixon, author and CEO of Figure 8 Thinking, will present on new ways to think about creativity through the lenses of wonder and rigor.
- Dr. David Barzilai, Founder & CEO, Longevity Physician, and Healthspan Best Practices Pioneer, will explore the importance of a prevention-first, personalized approach to health and wellness.
- Dr. Jennifer Le Blond, Managing Director of Emerging Climatetech at MassCEC, will discuss actionable strategies for sustaining momentum and ensuring Massachusetts remains a global hub for ClimateTech innovation.
- Dr. Damon Diehl, Director of Technology at Luminate Optics Accelerator, will present his idea that time is the only currency and get us thinking: are we living a life we would pay for?
- Dr. Manolis Kellis, Professor of Computer Science at MIT and member of the Broad Institute, will present on unleashing human creativity in an AI world.
“Innovation usually starts with an idea, sparked in response to a need for change or a desire to improve,” said TEDx Berkshires Executive Producer Stephen Boyd, CEO of Boyd Biomedical in Lee. “The TEDx Berkshires stage offers the perfect showcase to share the success of diverse ideas and the vision of the Berkshire Innovation Center. Collective wisdom always wins, and we are thrilled to promote this year’s event as a community focused on life-long learning and exploring technology together.”
The event is on Thursday, October 9th from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Berkshire Innovation Center, located at 45 Woodlawn Avenue in Pittsfield. Tickets and more information can be found online.
