David M. Hunt Library presents ‘Playing with Art,’ a group art exhibition of vibrant, colorful artworks to spark the imagination and wonder of children of all ages
Falls Village, Conn.— From April 2nd through April 25th, the David M. Hunt Library presents “Playing with Art,” a group art exhibition of vibrant, colorful artworks to spark the imagination and wonder of children of all ages.
The artists in the “Playing with Art” exhibition include Katie Atkinson, Megan Berk, Elizabeth Buttler, Erika Crofut, Robert Cronin, Lena Curtis, Michael Gellatly, Eileen Gargan, The Hunt Library Quilters, Danielle Mailer, Ken Musselman, NY Educational Program Artists, and Tilly Strauss. Children’s artwork from a tissue paper collage workshop conducted by Breetel Graves will also be part of the display.
Related to the exhibition, on Friday April 18th at 3 p.m., the library will screen vintage 1970s film animation based on a book of Grimm’s Fairy Tales by Eric Carle. One of the cartoons, “The Fisherman and His Wife,” features noted voice actors June Foray and Hans Conried and was an Academy Award finalist for best animated short in 1979.
The exhibit runs from April 2nd through April 25th at the David M. Hunt Library, located at 63 Main Street in Falls Village, Conn. There is an opening reception on Saturday, April 5th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. More information can be found online.
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ExtraSpecialTeas to host a ‘Blue Party’ to celebrates nine years of providing vocational services in the Berkshires
Housatonic— On Saturday, April 12th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., ExtraSpecialTeas will host a “Blue Party” to celebrate nine years of providing vocational services in the Berkshires.
ExtraSpecialTeas supports, trains, and empowers young adults with diverse learning differences, such as autism, Down syndrome and sight/hearing impairment, to learn, work and thrive in the Berkshires. ExtraSpecialTeas offers opportunities for all participants to cultivate community and provides a place to grow essential skills and find purpose in a work setting.
All community members are invited to wear blue and come into the teahouse to sample an “ExtraSpecial” brew of our signature blue tea named “Blue Skies,” and sample gluten-free brownie bites made by ExtraSpecial Servers and staff. Hot, iced, and bubble teas will be available for purchase. There will be face painting and live music by Berkshire Bateria.
The party is on Saturday, April 12th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at ExtraSpecialTeas, located at 226 Pleasant Street in Housatonic. More information can be found online.
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Temple Anshe Amunim Community Film Series continues with a screening of the award-winning documentary ‘Call Me Dancer’
Pittsfield— On Sunday, March 30th at 2 p.m., the Temple Anshe Amunim Community Film Series will host a screening and discussion of the award-winning documentary “Call Me Dancer.”
The film centers on the journey of Manish Chauhan, a street dancer from Mumbai who aspires to become a professional dancer, particularly in ballet. The film follows Chauhan’s intense journey to professional dance as he navigates financial barriers and his parents’ insistence on following a more traditional career path. Mentorship from Israeli American ballet master Yehuda Maor sets him on the path to defy the odds.
A live discussion with Madeline Culpo of the Cantarella School of Dance in Pittsfield will follow. Manish Chauhan, the subject of the film, Israeli choreographer Igal Perry, and the film’s director Leslie Sharpe will join the conversation via Zoom. The discussion will address the tremendous amount of training and the high level of competition it takes to become a professional dancer.
The event is on Sunday, March 30th at 2 p.m. at Temple Anshe Amunim, located at 26 Broad Street in Pittsfield. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Springfield Jewish Community Center presents 19th annual Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival
Amherst— From April 3rd through April 8th, Springfield Jewish Community Center presents the 19th annual Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival, continuing the tradition of bringing the best of independent Jewish film to Western Massachusetts with a showcase of nine powerful features and documentaries, along with receptions, discussions, and special guest appearances.
The festival opens on Thursday, April 3rd at 7 p.m. at the Yiddish Book Center, located at 1021 West Street in Amherst, with a screening of “Midas Man,” a captivating and empathetic biopic about Brian Epstein, the Jewish visionary who catapulted The Beatles from a scrappy Liverpool band into the biggest rock phenomenon of all time. The film explores the genius and vulnerabilities of a man who didn’t just manage a band, but unleashed a cultural revolution and changed music history forever. “Midas Man” features a star-making performance by Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (The Queen’s Gambit) as Epstein, alongside dynamic performances by Emily Watson, Eddie Marsan, and Jay Leno.
“The Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival is about fostering connections through the power of cinema,” said Deb Krivoy, the Springfield JCC’s COO and Festival Director. “Our hope is that this year’s lineup will resonate deeply as we share vibrant stories of Jewish life and community around the globe.” More information can be found online.
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Mason Library presents ‘The Rehabilitation of a Cancer Survivor’ with life coach and six-time cancer survivor Dan Hegerich
Great Barrington— On Friday, March 28th from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mason Library presents “The Rehabilitation of a Cancer Survivor” with life coach and six-time cancer survivor Dan Hegerich.
Did you know that there is no formal rehabilitation protocol for cancer survivors after treatment? Come learn about the three principles in supporting full recovery from cancer and healthy ways of living to support continued remission: Soul Rehabilitation, Metabolic Rehabilitation, and Financial Rehabilitation.
Dan Hegerich is a heroic performance life coach and six-time cancer survivor for over 25 years. His phenomenal long-term survival goes beyond belief and ignited his mission of empowering and encouraging clients to be warriors for their wellness and a vision of making a meaningful contribution to the eradication of chronic disease. Whether you’re healing from cancer, other chronic illnesses or just want to return to a healthier version of yourself, the story of Dan’s transformation will encourage you to make inspired, independent and informed decisions about your future health and healing.
The event is on Friday, March 28th from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mason Library, located at 231 Main Street in Great Barrington. More information can be found online.
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Two Bishops to visit Christ Trinity Church in Sheffield
Sheffield— On Sunday, March 30th at 10 a.m., The Rt. Rev. Douglas J. Fisher, Bishop of Western Massachusetts, will be the presider at Christ Trinity Church, located at 180 Main Street in Sheffield. Bishop Nathan D. Pipho, New England Synod ELCA, will preach.
Christ Trinity is an officially Federated congregation connected fully with both the Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts and the New England Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. This is the first time both bishops have shared the visitation day in Sheffield.
The Reverend Erik Karas, who has led the congregation since 2017, will welcome the Bishops to this growing community of faith. Following the service, the Bishops will enjoy Coffee Hour with the community. More information can be found online.
