SHARE:  

BIG NEWS!!!! APPLY TO BE PITTSFIELD'S INAUGURAL

ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE!

This new program offers an exciting opportunity for an artist to gain creative space and exposure while engaging with the local arts community. The program not only provides a free 6-month studio space starting in April 2025, but also includes a culminating group exhibition in October 2025, giving the resident artist a platform to showcase their work alongside the other artists at the Lichtenstein.

Deadline to apply is March 19th. Email cultural.development@cityofpittsfield.org


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

ARTWEEK BERKSHIRES

ArtWeek Berkshires is an annual celebration of local creativity. Enjoy 100+ hands-on or behind-the-scenes events and open studios across the region, from gallery shows to live performances, poetry readings to painting demos, and so much more.

Register for ArtWeek Berkshires 2025! Enter a performance, studio visit, gallery show or talk – anything creative that includes an experiential component! The deadline to register is May 2, 2025.


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

THURSDAY, MARCH 6

Pride Night with DJ Pup Daddy

Methuselah Bar, 391 North Street

8–11pm

DJ Pup Daddy will spin dance classics from over 7 decades by gay icons and LGBTQ artists. Plus, bartender Bella Santarella will offer a special drag performance at 10 pm. So come celebrate Pride with the Berkshire LGBTQ community at the most alternative bar

and lounge in Pittsfield!


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

FRIDAY, MARCH 7

Silver Lake Presents

Hot Plate Brewing Co., 1 School Street

7–10pm

Presenting Nice Try Kid, Craiwell, Cemetery Weather, and Time Spent Alone. Supporting this one-time reunion show for Time Spent Alone will be pop punk rockers Craiwell, along with Hot Plate faves and frequent collaborators Nice Try Kid and Cemetery Weather. Doors at 6pm. All ages. $10 cover. 


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

SATURDAY, MARCH 8

Shredfest Rewind

Bousquet Mountain, 101 Dan Fox Dr.

12–4pm

Embrace the retro spirit at our 80’s Ski Day, where nostalgia and high-energy fun collide on the slopes of Bousquet Mountain! Enjoy a vibrant day of spring skiing, complete with a live DJ spinning classic hits, an awesome Bank Slalom Event, and a cash prize contest for the best retro ski outfit.


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

SUNDAY, MARCH 9

Domingo Brunch with Razztime

Dottie's Coffee Lounge, 444 North Street

9am-12pm

This Sunday we are excited to welcome back Razztime! Sunday Brunch menu from Core Kitchen 9-2p live music 10am–12pm. Razztime are the very talented Simon Guthrie & Dave Bacon. They are a piano playing duo performing everything from old Jazz standards & Blues to original pieces with some traditional Ragtime mixed in. Razztime have performed locally and they are sure to delight you with their fun upbeat tunes! 


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

MONDAY, MARCH 10

Berkshire Drum Class

Lichtenstein Center for the Arts,

28 Renne Ave.

5:30–7:30pm

West African and Caribbean Hand-Drum weekly Monday evening class with Aimee Gelinas & Daniel Cohen.

• 5:30pm Beginner/Intermediate teen/adult

• 6:30pm Intermediate/Advanced teen/adult


Class cost: $10; Drum rentals $5

Email aimee@gaiaroots.com for info and to register


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

TUESDAY, MARCH 11

Karaoke

Thistle and Mirth, 44 West Street

9–11pm

This is your moment to shine and practice for the next America's Got Talent.

Karaoke kicks off at 9pm. Good luck!

Pizza served from 5-10pm


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12

Old School Hip Hop Party

Hot Plate Brewing Co., 1 School Street

7–9pm

Mike is turning 42 and figured he might as well use this as an excuse to team up with his friend DJ Bengey to put together a fun set of old school hip hop from the late 80s/early 90s.


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

KATUNEMO'S LEGACY PROJECT

Berkshire Art Center, 141 North Street

Opening March 7 from 5–7pm

On view through May

BAC is proud to host the Legacy project in their gallery windows this March–May.


Honoring the Stories of Latina Women.

This powerful exhibition celebrates 160 Latina women living in the Berkshires.

Honrando las historias de las mujeres latinas. Esta poderosa exposición celebra a 160 mujeres latinas que viven en Berkshires


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

SEAN McCUSKER

Dreaming of Light and Line

Berkshire Community College, 1350 West Street

On view March 3–31

The subjects of McCusker's paintings, although abstract, are reminiscent of the lone hero from film; confidently standing against the world yet yearning for the security of a home just over the horizon. The Koussevitzky Art Gallery, theatre lobby near the box office, is open to the public and offers exhibits by professional artists from the U.S. and abroad.

Gallery Hours Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

IRISH SISTER CITY

40 Shades of Green

Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, 28 Renne Ave.

On view March 2–28

Both contemporary and traditional artwork on the theme of Ireland & Irish-American culture including photography, painting, sculpture and craft are on view.

Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday, 11am–3pm.

Forty Shades of Green is co-sponsored by the City of Pittsfield’s Office of Cultural Development and the Pittsfield Irish Sister City Committee.


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

INSTRUCTION ON THE POTTER'S WHEEL

with Jim Horsford

Lichtenstein Center for the Arts,

28 Renne Ave.

The next sessions are here! The first class starts Tues, March 11th, from 6–8:30. The second class starts Thurs, March 13th from 2:30–5. The third class starts Thurs, March 13th, from 6–8:30. As always its first come, first serve. The course includes 15 hours of instruction on the potter’s wheel (2.5 hours per week for 6 weeks). No experience is necessary; beginners are welcome!


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

MIXED MEDIA MADNESS

with Diane Firtell

Berkshire Art Center, 141 North Street

Thursdays, 1:00pm-3:30pm

March 13–April 3


Using a combination of mixed media techniques, we'll enjoy the freedom to explore, experiment creatively, and produce unique, exciting works of art. Together we'll try our hand at oil and acrylic painting, photography, image transfer, collage, pastel, and more in this dynamic artful experience.


CLICK FOR MORE INFO

Want to see your event listed for free on the LovePittsfield.com calendar?

Email Jesse at jtobinmccauley@cityofpittsfield.org for more information!

Facebook  Instagram  

{Having trouble reading this email? View it in your browser instead.}

LinkedIn Share This Email