Boston Symphony Orchestra presents Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated actress, singer, author and producer Cynthia Erivo at Tanglewood
Lenox— On Friday, August 21st at 8 p.m., Boston Symphony Orchestra presents Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated actress, singer, author and producer Cynthia Erivo at Tanglewood.
Cynthia Erivo stars as Elphaba in Universal’s record-breaking film adaptation of the hit musical “Wicked” from director Jon M. Chu. “Wicked” part one opened in November 2024 and has since become the highest grossing movie ever at the domestic box office based on a Broadway musical. Erivo has received widespread critical acclaim and rave reviews for her performance as Elphaba including Golden Globe, SAG, Critics’ Choice, NAACP, BAFTA, and Academy Award nominations. The second part of the film “Wicked: For Good” opened in November 2025.
Erivo will next be seen making her West End return in the one-woman show “Dracula.” She will be playing all 23 characters in the show. She received a 2026 Grammy nomination for her single “Be Okay.” She was also nominated with Ariana Grande for their version of “Defying Gravity. Erivo’s book “Simply More: A Book for Anyone Who Has Been Told They’re Too Much,” published in November 2025, became an instant New York Times Bestseller. She recently wrapped production on two films, a film adaptation of “Prima Facie” and Paramount’s “Children of Blood and Bone,” starring alongside Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Regina King, and more.
The concert is on Friday, August 21st at 8 p.m. at Tanglewood, located at 297 West Street in Lenox. Tickets go on sale to the public on Monday, January 26th at 10 a.m. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Salisbury Winter Sports Association marks 100 years of ski jumping at the historic Satre Hill during Jumpfest 2026
Salisbury, Conn.— On February 6th through the 8th, the Salisbury Winter Sports Association marks 100 years of ski jumping at the historic Satre Hill during Jumpfest 2026.
This centennial edition of New England’s oldest ski jumping event pays tribute to a legacy of athletic excellence, community spirit, and winter revelry. As one of only six ski jump venues on the East Coast, Jumpfest draws top-tier athletes—including Olympic hopefuls and rising junior stars—from across the country to compete in the prestigious Eastern Division National Ski Jump Competition.
This milestone event also features exciting upgrades at Satre Hill. Highlights include a brand-new 36-meter jump built to Olympic specifications and a state-of-the-art lighting system that transforms nighttime into an unforgettable spectacle. Spectators can look forward to jaw-dropping action on all three hills: the 20-meter, 36-meter, and the impressive 70-meter jump, where competitors soar up to 200 feet at speeds exceeding 50 miles per hour.
The highlight of the weekend is the prestigious Eastern U.S. Ski Jumping Championships. Anticipation fills the air as ski jumpers prepare for their moment, waiting on the bar with unwavering focus. In a matter of seconds, they launch into flight—helmets leading, arms streamlined, and bodies expertly positioned for maximum speed and aerodynamics. Each jump is a testament to the athletes’ balance, flexibility, and nerves of steel, all displayed in a breathtaking 20-second descent down the hill.
The festival runs from February 6th through the 8th at the ski jump complex at Satre Hill, located at 80 Indian Cave Road in Salisbury, Conn. Opening night celebrations include a Human Dog Sled Race and culminate with a dazzling fireworks display illuminating the winter sky. There will be food and hot chocolate available. Admissions is free for children under age 12. More information, including a full schedule of events, can be found online.
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Crandell Theatre presents a free screening of ‘The Librarians’ with panel discussion
Chatham, N.Y.— On Saturday, January 31st at 7 p.m., the Crandell Theatre, in partnership with the Columbia County Library Association, presents a free screening of ‘The Librarians’ followed by a panel discussion.
Librarians, uniting to combat book banning and defend intellectual freedom and unprecedented censorship in Texas, Florida, and beyond, emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities. Despite facing threats, harassment and the criminalization of their work, the librarians’ cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.
There will be a post-show panel with Tamara Gaskell, director of the Roeliff Jansen Community Library, Thea Schoep, director of the Claverack Free Library; and Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Executive Director of the MidHudson Library System.
The free screening is on Saturday, January 31st at 7 p.m. at the Crandell Theatre, located at 48 Main Street in Chatham, N.Y. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Ventfort Hall presents ‘Fanology: The History and Secret Language of Fans,’ a Salon Series Talk with Louise Levy
Lenox— On Saturday, January 24th at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Ventfort Hall presents “Fanology: The History and Secret Language of Fans,” a Salon Series Talk with Louise Levy.
Learn how ladies used their folding fans to send discreet messages across a crowded ballroom and to spy on their surroundings. Bring a fan, or purchase one in the gift shop, and practice the artful language of fans. The presentation will be followed by a tour of the extensive Ventfort Hall fan collection.
The talk is on Saturday, January 24th at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at Ventfort Hall, located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox. Refreshments and fellowship will follow. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce accepting nominations for 4th Annual Women in Leadership Awards
Great Barrington— The Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce has opened nominations for the 4th Annual Women in Leadership Awards.
The event, held on or near International Women’s Day each year, celebrates women who have demonstrated leadership success and capabilities – from business owners and organization directors to mentors and experts in their fields. The awards are especially suited to recognize women who contribute to the Berkshire region in ways that might not otherwise receive adequate recognition.
Nominations can be made in five categories: Mentor Leader, Rising Star, Equity & Justice Advocate, Hidden Gem, and Change Maker. The nomination survey is open to the public, and the nominees could be anyone who identifies as a woman and who works or does business in the Berkshires, whether in a for-profit or non-profit field.
This year’s Women in Leadership Luncheon and Awards will be held on Thursday, March 12th at Barrington Hall in Great Barrington. Anyone with a deserving woman in mind is encouraged to fill out the online nomination form online.
