Olana Partnership presents Third Thursday at Olana State Historic Site
Hudson, N.Y.— On Thursday, February 20th from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Olana Partnership presents Third Thursday at Olana State Historic Site, a free monthly community day of tours and programs for all ages.
From 9:30 a.m to 10:30 a.m., Shirin Mazdeyasna (MA, ATR-BC, LCAT) will lead ‘Morning Mindfulness’ in the gallery held. Mazdeyasna, an Iranian artist and board certified, registered Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, will lead mindfulness practices to deepen your experience of the two artworks on view. Pre-registration is required for this event. To register, email education@olana.org.
From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., there will be a free Drop-in Drawing with Pastel workshop at the Wagon House Education Center. Visitors are encouraged to use inspiration from their visit to Olana to create personal works of art. All materials will be provided, and all ages are welcome. From 11 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., there will be free historic landscape and house tours. A Spanish language tour will be given at 2:45 p.m.
The event is on Thursday, February 20th from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Olana State Historic Site, located at 5720 NY-9G in Hudson, N.Y. More information can be found online.
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First Congregational Church of Lee to host a Valentine’s Day ‘Standout for Love’
Lee— On Friday, February 14th from noon to 1 p.m., members and friends of the First Congregational Church of Lee UCC will be holding a Valentine’s Day “Standout for Love” at Church Park on the corner of Main Street and Park Street in Lee.
Reverend Marisa Brown Ludwig said, “This Valentine’s Day, we want to share our inclusive welcome with our neighbors. At Lee Congregational Church, we celebrate a love for all no matter our ethnic background, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, family structure, marital, economic, or immigration status, age, race, or abilities.”
The standout is on Friday, February 14th from noon to 1 p.m. at Church Park on Park Place in Lee.
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Triplex Cinema to present a screening of beloved film ‘Harold and Maude’
Great Barrington— On Thursday, February 20th at 7 p.m., the Triplex Cinema presents a free members screening of Hal Ashby’s 1971 romantic black comedy-drama film “Harold and Maude.”
“Harold and Maude,” starring Bud Cort (Harold) and Ruth Gordon (Maude). tells the story of a young man who is obsessed by death, and turns against the life his wealthy mother has prescribed for him. Harold develops a friendship with Maude, a 79-year-old free spirit whom he meets because they both have a habit of attending funerals. During the course of the film, the two develop a close relationship, and Maude teaches Harold the importance of living life to its fullest. Shot entirely on location in and around San Francisco, “Harold and Maude” brilliantly and originally embodies many of the counterculture themes prevalent in the United States in the early 70’s, becoming one of Hollywood’s best-known and beloved cult classic films.
Nicki Wilson, President of the Triplex Board of Directors said, “This event is a way for us to thank our loyal members. A Triplex membership makes our programming and special events possible, and offers many benefits, including discounted tickets all year for every film, free popcorn once a month, early access to all of our events and programming, as well as other surprises. Please consider becoming a member.”
The screening is on Thursday, February 20th at 7 p.m. at the Triplex Cinema, located at 70 Railroad Street in Great Barrington. Members can reserve free tickets online. The public is welcome and can purchase tickets online. Learn more about becoming a member online.
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Clark Art Institute’s Hollywood auteurs film series continues with a screening of ‘Girlfriends’
Williamstown— On Thursday, February 20th at 6 p.m., the Clark Art Institute, in partnership with Images Cinema, presents a screening of “Girlfriends” (1978) as the next installment of their Hollywood auteurs film series.
When her best friend and roommate abruptly moves out of their Manhattan apartment to get married, Susan (Melanie Mayron) finds herself adrift in both life and love. A wonder of American independent cinema by Claudia Weill, “Girlfriends” is a remarkably authentic vision of female relationships that has become a touchstone for makers of an entire subgenre of films and television shows about young women trying to make it in the big city. This 1970s New York time capsule captures the complexities and contradictions of women’s lives and relationships with wry humor and refreshing frankness.
The free screening is on Thursday, February 20th at 6 p.m. at the Clark Art Institute, located at 225 South Street in Williamstown. More information can be found online.
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Berkshire Museum presents ‘Big Bubble Bonanza Show’ with Jeff Boyer at Berkshire Community College
Pittsfield— On Monday, February 17th from 11 a.m. to noon, Berkshire Museum presents “Big Bubble Bonanza Show” with Jeff Boyer at Berkshire Community College.
See the newest, funniest, zany spectacular from world-famous, Guinness Book of World Records-holding, master bubble wrangler Jeff Boyer, as he takes bubbles to the max with big bubble flair. Mixing comedy, music, and interactive bubble-magic, Jeff engages and delights audiences of all ages. It’s a sensory-friendly bubble extravaganza for the whole family.
The show is on Monday, February 17th from 11 a.m. to noon at Berkshire Community College, located at 1350 West Street in Pittsfield. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Clark Art Institute to offer family fun for February vacation week
Williamstown— From Monday, February 17th through Friday, February 21st, the Clark Art Institute will offer children and families fun activities and opportunities to see great art during February vacation week.
Every day of the week, children can pick up a free drawing pad and set of colored pencils at the Clark Center admissions desk. If snow is on the ground, dress for the weather, and take a trek across our campus on a pair of Clark snowshoes, available for visitor use all winter long. On February 18th and 20th from 10 a.m. to noon, in connection with the vibrant “Wall Power! Modern French Tapestry from the Mobilier national, Paris” exhibition, families are welcome to participate in a drop-in weaving session. After making a unique woven artwork to take home, visitors are welcome to join in an all-ages tour exploring the materials, processes, and histories of French tapestries.
The free activities are from Monday, February 17th through Friday, February 21st at the Clark Art Institute, located at 225 South Street in Williamstown. More information can be found online.
