Crandell Theatre presents ‘Joan Baez: I Am a Noise’
Chatham— On Friday, November 3rd at 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 4th at 4 p.m., the Crandell Theatre presents “Joan Baez: I Am a Noise” (PG-13 | 118 min | Music Documentary).
This raw and intimate portrait of the legendary folk singer and activist first screened at FilmColumbia23. Co-directed by local filmmakers Miri Navasky, Karen O’Connor, and Maeve O’Boyle, the documentary shifts back and forth through time as it follows Joan on her final tour and delves into her extraordinary archive, from newly discovered home movies, diaries, and artwork, to therapy tapes and audio recordings. A chronicle of her remarkable career, “Joan Baez: I Am a Noise” is a moving depiction of one woman’s personal journey from pain to peace and forgiveness.
The showings are on Friday, November 3rd at 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 4th at 4 p.m. at the Crandell Theatre on Main Street in Chatham. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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The Fisher Center presents Leon Botstein and The Orchestra Now to perform rarely heard works by Jewish composers written while they were in exile from their homelands during World War II
Annandale-On-Hudson— On Saturday, November 4th at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 5th at 2 p.m., the Fisher Center presents Leon Botstein and The Orchestra Now to perform rarely heard works by Jewish composers written while they were in exile from their homelands during World War II.
Renowned Polish composer Alexandre Tansman fled Europe for the United States in 1941, and his rhythmic “Polish Rhapsody”,inspired by the invasion of Poland and dedicated “to the defenders of Warsaw”, was premiered in St. Louis that same year. Prolific composer Josef Tal emigrated to Jerusalem in 1934, and his dramatic “Exodus”, based on the Passover Haggadah, was debuted by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra during the first days of that country’s War of Independence. Walter Kaufmann was one of many Jewish refugees who found a haven in India, where he lived for 14 years and wrote his Indian Symphony. Viennese composer Marcel Rubin fled first to France and then to Mexico, which is where he wrote his melancholy Symphony No. 4, Dies irae, reflecting his experiences during the Second World War. Hear this program at the Fisher Center just days before TŌN performs it at Carnegie Hall.
The concert is on Saturday, November 4th at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 5th at 2 p.m. at the Fisher Center’s Sosnoff Theater at Bard College on Manor Avenue in Annandale-On-Hudson. Tickets start at $15. There is a pay-what-you-wish livestream available. The estimated runtime is one hour and 45 minutes, including one 20-minute intermission. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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The Stationery Factory presents Will Evans with opening act Hayley Jane to benefit the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry of the Dalton United Methodist Church
Dalton— On Friday, November 3rd at 7:30 p.m., The Stationery Factory presents Will Evans with opening act Hayley Jane.
Merging community and music, Will Evans is a conscious roots musician of environment, hope, and inclusion. Evans displays technical mastery of live-looping in his shows that include the didgeridoo, hand pan drum, percussive beatboxing, acoustic guitar, and layers of soulful vocals.
Will Evans is supporting the Community Food Drive to benefit the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry of the Dalton United Methodist Church, to help feed families in need this holiday season. Please bring non-perishable food items to the show to donate.
The concert is on Friday, November 3rd at 7:30 p.m. at The Stationery Factory on Flansburg Avenue in Dalton. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 to $75. There is a full bar and a restaurant in the building. You can eat at the restaurant before the show, or order take out and bring it. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Clark Art Institute to host book talk with ‘One Woman Show’ author Christine Coulson
Williamstown— On Sunday, November 5th from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., the Clark Art Institute will host a book talk. Elizabeth McGowan, Williams College’s Robert Sterling Clark Professor of Art, speaks with author Christine Coulson about her new novel, “One Woman Show”.
Coulson spent twenty-five years writing for the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Her final project was to write wall labels for the museum’s new British Galleries. During that time, she dreamt of using the Met’s strict label format to describe people as intricate works of art. The result is this bullet of a novel that imagines a privileged twentieth-century woman as an artifact—an object prized, collected, and critiqued. “One Woman Show” revolves around the life of Kitty Whitaker, as she is defined by her potential for display and moved from collection to collection through multiple marriages. Coulson precisely distills each stage of this sprawling life, every brief snapshot in time a wry reflection on womanhood, ownership, value, and power.
The free talk is on Sunday, November 5th from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in the auditorium at The Clark Art Institute on South Street in Pittsfield. A book signing will follow the talk; copies will be available for purchase at the talk and in the museum store. More information can be found online.
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The Foundry presents the Mike Petit Comedy Show with Special Guest Carolyn Plummer, a fundraiser for Wisdom Lodge A.F. & A.M.
West Stockbridge— On November 3rd at 7:30 p.m., The Foundry presents the Mike Petit Comedy Show with Special Guest Carolyn Plummer, a fundraiser for Wisdom Lodge A.F. & A.M.
A 30 year entertainment professional, Michael Petit’s unbridled energy is infectious and hilarious.His career started in the Boston radio market and has blossomed as a national headlining comedian, on-camera personality, and public guest speaker. After moving to Hollywood and performing as a regular at the legendary Comedy Store, as well as performances in Las Vegas, and numerous TV appearances on Comedy Central, ESPN and NESN, Michael’s trademark high energy and winning personality make every event and performance exceptional as a true professional entertainer.
Some comics rely on the monumental events of the day or the faux pas of the rich and famous, but not Carolyn Plummer. Carolyn pulls material from the hum-drum, day-to-day monotony of the life of everyman; and she does it well. To Carolyn the monumental is easy… it’s our existence that’s so hard, yet so ridiculous. Some women look in the mirror and complain that they aren’t pretty enough, not rich enough, not young enough. Carolyn gives her reflection the finger.
The oldest organization in the town of West Stockbridge, Wisdom Lodge AF&AM was chartered by the Grand Lodge of Masons in Massachusetts in 1803. They are one of 5 lodges in the 31st Masonic District and one of only 5 moon lodges in the state, which means that the lodge meets on or near a full moon because members had to travel at night, and to travel by the full moon it made it easier for them to get to the lodge. Over the past six years, Wisdom Lodge has donated over $20,000 to various charitable local organizations such as West Stockbridge Helping Hands, Soldier On, Western Massachusetts Food Bank, Berkshire County EMSCO, and local families in need of assistance. The brethren of the lodge take their work seriously and love assisting the community when called upon.
The show is on November 3rd at 7:30 p.m. at The Foundry on Harris Street in West Stockbridge. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35. This is an indoor event. Parking is limited at the venue so please utilize the three public parking lots in town. To avoid a parking ticket, visit the Foundry online for further details. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires welcomes Bobcats wrestling to list of programs
Pittsfield— The Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires is excited to announce a youth wrestling program. Designed for students in grades three to eight, this program provides a safe and controlled environment for youth athletes to learn proper wrestling moves and techniques, while also focusing on strength and conditioning.
Supervised by experienced adult coaches, the Bobcats Wrestling program is committed to teaching students the fundamentals of folkstyle wrestling. Through demonstration and drills, participants will learn the rules of the sport, as well as how scoring and pins apply. From basic positions, to advanced moves, the program caters to wrestlers of all skill levels, ensuring that each individual progresses at their own pace.
Program fees are $75 per participant and a Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires membership is required. If the child wishes to compete, tournament entry fees are extra and typically range from $30 to $40 per wrestler. Families are responsible for travel and uniform/gear costs. More information regarding expenses can be found online.
Practices will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. starting November 14th through mid-March. The registration deadline is November 7th. Registration and more information can be found online.
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Senator Mark announces staff November office hours in Berkshire County
Berkshire— State Senator Paul W. Mark announces today that his staff will host office hours at five locations in Berkshire County in November. Residents of any of the 57 municipalities in the Senator’s Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin, and Hampshire District are encouraged to ask for assistance with issues involving any state agency or to share ideas on current or potential state legislation. Appointments are not required. The hours are as follows:
- Adams: Tuesdays, November 7th and 21st from 9 a.m. to noon at the Town Hall at 8 Park Street in Adams.
- Dalton: Monday, November 13th from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Senior Center at 40 Field Street in Dalton.
- Great Barrington: Mondays, November 6th and 20th, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Town Hall at 334 Main Street in Great Barrington.
- North Adams: Tuesdays, November 7th and 21st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the MCLA Alumni Relations Building at 228 East Main Street in North Adams.
- Pittsfield: Wednesdays, November 8th and 22nd, and Thursday, November 9th from 9 a.m. to noon at the District Office at 773 Tyler Street in Pittsfield.
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Great Barrington winter overnight parking ban is November 15th through March 31st
Great Barrington— The town’s winter overnight parking ban will be in effect from November 15th to March 31st from 1 a.m. and 6 a.m. During this time, no vehicles may park on town streets.
Violators will be ticketed and any vehicles that block town snow plows will be towed at the owner’s expense.
