Race is developing for 2 of 3 open seats on Mount Greylock School Committee

 

 

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Race is developing for 2 of 3 open seats on Mount Greylock School Committee

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Thursday July 29, 2010 North Adams Transcript WILLIAMSTOWN -- A contested election is shaping up for two of the three local seats up for grabs on the Mount Greylock Regional School Committee. Incumbent David J. Langston, appointee Carrie Greene and newcomer David Backus have submitted nomination papers to run for two, four-year terms on the School Committee.

 

 

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WRLF to hold Open House and Ice Cream Social at Sheep Hill Thursday August 5, 2-4 PM (fwd)

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. -- Leslie Reed-Evans says The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation is hosting its annual summer Open House and Ice Cream Social on Thursday August 5th from 2 - 4 PM at its Sheep Hill headquarters in Williamstown. Sheep Hill, a former small dairy farm, is a unique property with stunning scenery, meadow trails, and historic barns. The Open House is seen as a way to familiarize residents and visitors alike with the family activities, such as hiking and nature exploration, available at Sheep Hill.

The afternoon will feature a craft and activities for children, tours of the property and building exhibits, and local ice cream served with seasonal fruits. Although there is no charge for the event, donations are appreciated.

The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation is a non-profit, member-supported land conservation trust which works to preserve the rural New England character of the area and sponsors nature education, local history and seasonal food events throughout the year. Sheep Hill is located on Route 7 south in Williamstown, approximately one mile south of the rotary. Program support provided by the Williamstown Savings Bank. For more information visit www.wrlf.org or call 458-2494.

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Leslie Reed-Evans
Executive Director
Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
Sheep Hill
671 Cold Spring Road
Williamstown, MA 01267
lre@wrlf.org www.wrlf.org
413-458-2494

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"Approaching Death: A Geriatrician's View" iBerkshires.com WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. - Mary B. King, MD, FACP, will speak on the subject "Approaching Death: A Geriatrician's View" on Sunday, August 1, at 9 am in the upper ...

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Former Williamstown garage site could be transformed - North Adams Transcript

WILLIAMSTOWN -- The Planning Board has unanimously endorsed the proposal of one of its members to explore the viability of transforming the former town garage site off Water Street into housing and commercial space, the North Adams Transcript reports.

MORE: http://www.thetranscript.com/ci_15564358

Fwd: Art and Nature Program at Sheep Hill August 2-6, 2010

From: "Leslie Reed-Evans" <lre@wrlf.org>
Date: July 19, 2010 3:37:03 PM CDT
To: "Leslie Reed-Evans" <lre@wrlf.org>
Subject: Art and Nature Program at Sheep Hill August 2-6, 2010

Press Release

For immediate release

 

The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation welcomes artist and art educator Nova Rockwell back to Sheep Hill for a week-long program for 9-12 year olds.  Learning From Nature: Expanding Your Imagination and Skills of Observation will run from 9 AM to noon daily Monday August 2 through Friday August 6.  Leslie Reed-Evans, WRLF Executive Director and naturalist, will co-lead the program.

During the week we will explore flora and fauna at Sheep Hill, make nature journals, play games that encourage close observation of the environs of Sheep Hill, and create  a variety of art projects based on the season and what nature offers at  Sheep Hill. It will be a rewarding week working from imagination and observation.  The cost is $150 per child, or $125 for WRLF members. For more information or to register please contact the WRLF at ruraland@wrlf.org or 413-458-2494.

The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation is a non-profit, member-supported land conservation trust committed to preserving the rural character of Williamstown and its surroundings.  Sheep Hill, a conservation property and the headquarters of the WRLF, is located on Route 7 approximately one mile south of the rotary in Williamstown. The entrance is on the west side of the road.  Sheep Hill and other WRLF properties are open daily to the public for hiking and enjoyment of nature.  The WRLF holds programs and events year round that celebrate the nature and history of the region.  Visit www.wrlf.org for more information and a calendar of events.

 

 

Leslie Reed-Evans
Executive Director
Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
Sheep Hill
671 Cold Spring Road
Williamstown, MA  01267

 

lre@wrlf.org  www.wrlf.org
413-458-2494

Minerva Stage says it has found a home after 16 years; kickoff July 20

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- Minerva Stage of the Northern Berkshires has found a home after 14 years and is seeking directors, paywrights, actors, artists . . . and investors through a season kickoff on Tues., July 20.

Minerva has been producing theatre and providing educational opportunities to children and adults of all ages since 1996. Minerva said it now has a venue to officially call home at 1288 Massachusetts Avenue in North Adams, known from here on out as the Minerva Arts Center, or MAC for short.

"We at Minerva Stage are very excited to utilize the MAC in both new and old ways in up and coming years: as a performance space, a rehearsal space, a classroom, a visual art gallery, an office or studio for working artists, a venue for music performances, lecture series, poetry readings, film screenings, and more," said Eric Auld, Minerva artistic operations manager.

A two-evening event FAQ at the MAC (short for Forum of Artistic Quests ), and it will take place on Tues., July 20 and Wed., July 28 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Minerva Arts Center. (Snacks and beverages will be provided.)

FAQ at the MAC is not just intended as a tour of a new physical space, but as a chance for discussions to begin on the collaborative efforts that the MAC and its future artists and inhabitants are capable of.

"If you are interested in taking on any of these roles at the MAC," Auld said, "feel free to call me at (518) 610-2574. If you know anybody else who might be interested, please forward this message along!"

ALIZA Original Musical Auditions

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- The Minerva Arts Center is proud to announce auditions for ALIZA, a musical theatre piece written by and starring Los Angeles-based artist Ali Mandelbaum. Auditions will take place Tuesday, August 3rd and Wednesday, August 4th from 11:30AM to 2 PM and 6 to 10PM at 1288 Massachusetts Avenue in North Adams, MA.

All who audition are expected to prepare a solo to sing and a short dramatic monologue, in addition to performing cold readings from the script. Rehearsals for the show will take place on weekday evenings, with performance dates scheduled for September 2nd through 5th. This process-oriented production of ALIZA will be directed by Minerva Artistic Director Kathleen O'Mara, musically directed by New York-based Charles Sanchez, and will be one of the first shows to run in the newly opened Minerva Arts Center. For questions or concerns, please contact Eric K. Auld at (518) 610-2574 or erickauld@gmail.com.

ALIZA takes place during the course of a Friday Night Shabbat Service. It is the story of Ali, an alternative Jewish Girl whose punk/goth views don't sitwell with the mainstream Jewish community at her shul—a lackadaisicalcongregation that takes very little seriously, especially Ali's passion for Judaism. Ali asks for guidance and is immediately beset with her ancestors from a diasporic family tree—including Cuban and Israeli Jews, Sephardics and Ashkenazics, and the direct link to the famed "Mandelbaum Gate" in Jerusalem.

They help her on a journey of self-discovery, of connection to family, and eventually a road to the Rabbinate. Ali's ancestors build her confidence in this process, dealing with mentors who do not support her quest, and help quell her fears regarding circumstances she doesn't know if she 's prepared to handle. Above all else, ALIZA is a story about finding family and finding faith.

Clara Claiborne Park, 86, Dies - Wrote About Autistic Child - Obituary (Obit) - NYTimes.com

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/13/health/13park.html?_r=2&partner=TOPIXNEWS&ei=5099

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Arts weekend in support of the Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation July 23-25 (fwd)

Press Release from Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation

The weekend of July 23-25 offers a fantastic way to support the Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation, enjoy original art and jewelry, and purchase unique gifts to treat yourself or your family and friends at the same time.

The weekend begins on Friday evening July 23 from 6-8 PM at theBrowns 16 Water Street, Williamstown,with the opening of VISTE VERDI, an exhibition and sale of landscape photographs of some of the world’s most special places by photographer Simonetta Morrison. “Viste verdi”… in Italian means green views or scenes, and are characterized by her as “Vistas of Hope". 20% of proceeds will be donated to the WRLF in celebration of its land protection efforts. The exhibit will be on view during the weekend; Saturday from 10 AM to 8 PM, and Sunday from noon until 8 PM. For more information call

(413) 458-1618‎

On Saturday July 24th from 1 to 5 PM, the WRLF welcomes jeweler Betsy Grant back to Williamstown for a “trunk show” of her beautiful hand-made jewelry. The event will be hosted by WRLF Board member Maureen Dietze at her home at 1712 Oblong Road, in Williamstown, and a portion of the day’s sales will be donated to WRLF. Betsy's jewelry can be seen at www.jewelerette.com. For more info about this event: 458-4885.

The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation is a non-profit member-supported land conservation trust. Your purchase during this weekend will directly help ongoing land protection projects in Williamstown and the surrounding area. For more information about the WRLF visit www.wrlf.org.

Leslie Reed-Evans
Executive Director
Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
Sheep Hill
671 Cold Spring Road
Williamstown, MA 01267

lre@wrlf.org www.wrlf.org
413-458-2494

Summer Open House and Ice Cream Social at Sheep Hill August 5, 2 - 4 PM (fwd)

Press release

Thursday August 5th 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Ice Cream Social and Open House at Sheep Hill

The public is invited to a summer open house and ice cream social on Thursday August 5th from 2 - 4 PM at Sheep Hill, a conservation property and the headquarters of the Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation.

Summer is a great time to visit beautiful Sheep Hill. The open house offers the opportunity to wander the meadow trails, marvel at the panoramic views from the top, look for butterflies and other meadow dwellers, explore the buildings and grounds, and cool off with local ice cream and seasonal fruits. A guided nature hike and activities and crafts for children will also be offered. Suggested donation $3

The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation is a non-profit, member-supported land conservation trust dedicated to preserving the rural New England character of Williamstown and the surrounding area. Sheep Hill is one of several WRLF-held conservation properties open to the public for hiking and enjoyment of nature. For more information about Sheep Hill, local trails, upcoming events, local conservation efforts or volunteer opportunities, visit www.wrlf.org or call 458-2494.

Leslie Reed-Evans
Executive Director
Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
Sheep Hill
671 Cold Spring Road
Williamstown, MA 01267

lre@wrlf.org www.wrlf.org
413-458-2494

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Union, Mount Greylock Finalize Agreement for Shared Superintendent / iBerkshires.com - The Berkshires online guide to events, news and Berkshire County community information.

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