Being Black In The Berkshires Friday, Sept. 21st, 7 - 8:30 pm Second Congregational Church UCC 50 Onota Street, Pittsfield MA Presented by the City of Pittsfield's Human Rights Commission and the Berkshire Branch of the NAACP, co-sponsored by the Second Congregational Church UCC With Russell Boyd, Alfred K. Enchill, Shirley Edgerton, Dr. Eden-Reneé Hayes, … Continue reading "Being Black in the Berkshires"

Harvest of Hope/ Cosecha de Esperanza Festival @ The Common: popular education workshops, multicultural performances, dancing, multicultural feast Themes: Solidarity Economy, Environmental Sustainability, Social Justice, multicultural music, dance, and performances, community building through the arts, YOU + ME = US together creating a better future for ourselves!

Do you have ideas for making Pittsfield a better place for everyone? Pitch it to the group and build your network to make it happen. Are you looking to get connected to local change makers? Join us at Working Cities Wednesday, where Pittsfield residents, organizations, businesses, and government work together to share ideas and solve … Continue reading "Working Cities Wednesday"

The Berkshire Family YMCA is hosting the first Changing Lives After 55 awards celebration to recognize community members over the age of 55 who have made significant contributions and achievements in Berkshire County. The special awards event will salute honorees in the areas of Education, Arts & Culture, Business, Nonprofit, Youth Development, Healthy Living, and … Continue reading "Changing Lives After 55 Awards"

COMMUNITY MEETING To Discuss: Violence and Dangerous Activity in the Neighborhood Monday, 10/22/18 5:00 PM Conte Community School 200 W Union St., Pittsfield, MA 0120 Invited: Mayor Linda Tyer Police Chief Michael Wynn City Councilor Peter Marchetti City Councilor Anthony J. Simonelli City Councilor John Krol *Refreshments Provided* Want a ride? Meet at the Christian … Continue reading "West Side Community Meeting"

Join us for this year's Working Cities Wednesday Potluck. Bring your ideas and a dish to share. Do you have ideas for making Pittsfield a better place for everyone? Pitch it to the group and build your network to make it happen. Are you looking to get connected to local changemakers? Join us at Working … Continue reading "Working Cities Wednesday"

Please join us as we welcome Prudence Pease, a national facilitator with Aha Process!, for a full day Bridges Out of Poverty workshop for the entire community. 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (includes lunch) Zion Lutheran Church Common Room 74 First Street, Pittsfield, MA This workshop is a comprehensive approach to understanding poverty. Bridges Out of … Continue reading "Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop"

On Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019, the NAACP Committee will hold a meeting at the Berkshire Library in the auditorium at 6:00 PM. Chief Michael Wynn will be the guest speaker. He will discuss information regarding the Police Advisory Commission. This meeting, as well as all NAACP Meetings, are open to the public.

Join Berkshire Health Systems for the Body, Mind & Soul Health Expo, featuring information and demonstrations to improve your health and well-being. Professional fitness trainers Local health experts Local health and sports clubs Blood pressure and testing Various workshops Food, drink samples Pre-register now at berkshireeagle.com/healthexpo or call 800-245-0254. Pre-registering includes a chance to win door prizes! … Continue reading "Health Expo"

Prerequisites: Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities You must have attended the above workshop or another full day Bridges Out of Poverty workshop prior to registering for this workshop. We are pleased to have this event co-sponsored by the City of Pittsfield Community Development Department and welcome national Aha Process! facilitator, Jodie Pfarr to Pittsfield … Continue reading "Applying Bridges Concepts Workshop"