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Norman Rockwell Museum Celebrates 50th with Founders Day| 11:36AM / Wednesday, May 15, 2019 | |
Norman Rockwell offered to hang his art in the newly rescued Old Corner House in Stockbridge, which would eventually become the first Normal Rockwell Museum. STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Norman Rockwell Museum will host Founders Day, welcoming Berkshire County residents for free in celebration of the Golden Anniversary of the opening of The Old Corner House, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 19.
Family and friends of Rosamond Sherwood wanted to honor her memory and her contribution as one of the three Stockbridge women who in 1967 helped rescue the then 200-year-old building that would later become the original Norman Rockwell Museum.
"Rosamond Sherwood, with Norma Ogden and
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Time to ‘Cycle’ through Some Investment Ideas| 11:11AM / Wednesday, May 15, 2019 | |
 If you've noticed an increase in bicycle-related events lately, it might be because May is recognized as "Bike Month" – and some cities even observe a specific Bike Week. Of course, bicycling is good exercise and an environmentally friendly method of transportation, but it can also teach us some lessons about investing.
Here are a few to consider:
* Put the brakes on risky moves. To keep themselves safe, experienced cyclists regularly do two things: They keep their brakes in good shape and they don't take unnecessary risks, such as whipping around blind curves. As an investor, you can combine these two actions by putting your own "brakes" on risky moves.
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Preschool, Kindergarten Registrations Scheduled Around County| 09:43AM / Wednesday, May 15, 2019 | |
 Berkshire County schools are starting to schedule preschool and kindergarten registration dates for the 2019-20 school year. Schools can send their information to info@iberkshires.com to be included on this list.
All students, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness, have equal access to the general education program and the full range of any occupational, vocational programs offered by public school districts. Adams/St. Stanislaus Kostka Preschool open house and registration for 3- and 4-year-olds will be held on Tuesday, April 2, at 6 p.m. in the St. Stanislaus Kostka preschool building on
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Biz Briefs: BerkChique Fashion Fundraiser Returns to West Stockbridge| 11:59AM / Tuesday, May 14, 2019 | |
 BerkChique's eighth year The Berkshires' premier annual pop-up clothing sale and fundraiser, BerkChique, returns for its eighth consecutive year from Friday, May 17, through Sunday, May 19, at the West Stockbridge Historical Society, located at 9 Main St., West Stockbridge. Since its inception in 2012, BerkChique has donated more than $180,000 to support local nonprofits. This year the sale is being presented by and in support of WAM Theatre and its programs, with additional donations going to the Berkshire Humane Society, Community Access to the Arts, and IS183 Art School of the Berkshires.
The annual event features new and gently used clothing and accessories in a variety of
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Author Jamaica Kincaid Speaking at Simon's Rock Commencement| 03:34PM / Monday, May 13, 2019 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Jamaica Kincaid, author of a dozen seminal works of fiction and nonfiction and professor of African and African American Studies in Residence at Harvard University, will address graduates at the 50th commencement ceremony of Bard College at Simon's Rock on Saturday, May 18, at 11 a.m. on Blodgett lawn. Known for candid and emotionally honest writing, Kincaid has carved out a place in the American literary landscape. Through her books and novels, including "Annie John," "Lucy," "At the Bottom of the River" and "A Small Place," she has attracted devoted fans across generations and ethnic boundaries with 0 Comments
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Elms College to Hold 88th Commencement May 18| 03:04PM / Monday, May 13, 2019 | |
 SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Elms College will confer degrees on 536 degrees on Saturday, May 18, at the Mass Mutual Center. The commencement speaker is health-care entrepreneur and philanthropist William Lyons III, who will receive an honorary degree. Also receiving honorary degrees will be Savina Martin, co-chair of the Massachusetts Poor People's Campaign, and Kathryn Buckley-Brawner, executive director of Catholic Charities Agency in the Diocese of Springfield, in recognition of their contributions to the world. The 91-year-old Catholic liberal arts college will present 187 bachelor of arts degrees, 206 bachelor of science degrees, 116 master's degrees 20 0 Comments
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State Economic Council Sets Berkshire Listening Session| 01:45PM / Monday, May 13, 2019 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Baker administration's new Economic Development Planning Council will meet at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art next month as a part of a regional listening tour.
Gov. Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito on Monday swore in members of the council that will provide input on and oversight of an economic development plan that will be presented to Baker by the end of the year. Polito and Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Mike Kennealy will serve as co-chairs of the council.
The council includes appointees of the House, Senate, relevant Executive Secretariats, and municipal leaders, along with small-business owners and
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Berkshire Leadership Program Spearheads 'Berkshire Gives' Drive| 11:52AM / Monday, May 13, 2019 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The 1Berkshires Berkshire Leadership Program class of 2019 is spearheading a one-day, county-wide giving drive as its team project.
The event, which is called Berkshire Gives: One Day, One County, will be held throughout the county on Saturday, May 18, and aims to rally the community to come together in support of the needs of all Berkshire residents.
The drive will run from 8 a.m. to noon at the following locations: the Dollar General stores in North Adams, Lanesborough, Cheshire and Sheffield; the Adams Community Market in Adams; BJs in Pittsfield; H&S Auto in Pittsfield; and the Fairfield Inn in Great Barrington.
The first 350 donors (who donate at one
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Honorees Chosen for Berkshire Nonprofit Awards| 11:35AM / Monday, May 13, 2019 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires has announced the names of 19 honorees for the 2019 Berkshire Nonprofit Awards. The honorees will be celebrated at a breakfast event on Tuesday, May 21, from 8 to 10 a.m. at Berkshire Hills Country Club in Pittsfield.
"We are looking forward to shining a light on these incredibly dedicated individuals, their commitment to our community, and their high-impact accomplishments," said Liana Toscanini, founder of the Nonprofit Center. The NPC was founded in 2016 to help nonprofits connect, learn and grow.
Nominations were solicited throughout February and March. A team of 17 judges from the business and nonprofit
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Mother's Day Brings Wintry, Rainy Weather| 04:15PM / Sunday, May 12, 2019 | |
Yes, it's May 12. And yes, there's a wintry mix of sleet and snow moving through the Berkshires. Happy Mother's Day! There have been reports of snow at least a half inch of snow in the higher elevations, including Florida Mountain and Readsboro, Vt. The National Weather Service says sleet and wet snow may produce slick spots across the higher terrain including the Massachusetts Turnpike between Otis, Blandford and Russell. It was reportedly 30 degrees and snowing on the MassPike near Becket; the speed limit was lowered from the New York border to mile marker 44. NWS's Albany, N.Y., bureau says there was a trace of snow on Mother's Day in 0 Comments
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@theMarket: Tariffs Trash StocksBy Bill Schmick,
08:44AM / Saturday, May 11, 2019 | |
 Volatility in the form of U.S. trade tariffs levied on China cut through investors' complacency with a vengeance this week. It took less than three days to drop the markets by 3 percent. Is it over or do we have another 5 percent or so to endure? My bet is that it is over — for now. Sometime during the on-going trade negotiations occurring in Washington today and tomorrow, the thorny trade issues, (such as intellectual property (IP) protection for U.S. companies) will be kicked down the road. A compromise on other, easier issues will be announced as "on-going" (although not inked) and the Chinese delegation will fly home in an atmosphere of 0 Comments
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U.S. Census Jobs Already Available Ahead of 2020 CountBy Andy McKeever, iBerkshires Staff
05:12PM / Friday, May 10, 2019 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Census may still be another year away, but there are jobs available now. U.S. Census Bureau media specialist Keith Goralski said the bureau is already hiring people for address canvassing this year. The job asks people to confirm addresses of homes, looking for newly built homes and identify homes that may no longer exist. The goal is to get an accurate list of the addresses when the Census process rolls out in 2020. "We are basically telling everyone that there are opportunities now because there are," Goralski said. The bureau will be hiring throughout the country for part-time and full-time positions from now through 2020. The 0 Comments
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