Happening this Week
FAST FAMOUS WOMEN: BOOK DISCUSSION & SIGNING
May 15th, Thursday, 6PM - 6:30PM
Join host Gina Barreca—editor of the recently released book Fast Famous Women—who will be discussing the book with two of the contributing authors, Mary Lasley and Elizabeth Norton. In 75 brilliant new pieces of flash nonfiction, the book offers sharp, insightful and necessary examinations of the often absurd, sometimes thrilling and frequently crushing experience of being a woman in the public eye. Event is free, $22 to reserve signed copy.
Hickory Stick Bookshop. 2 Green Hill Road. Washington Depot CT. 860.868.0525
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ARTWEEK BERKSHIRES: OPEN STUDIOS, EVENTS, AND MORE
May 16th - May 26th, Friday - Monday, times vary
ArtWeek Berkshires is an annual celebration of local creativity with over 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. Some exciting events of the weeklong celebration include Madeleine Peyroux & Bettye Lavette in concert, a whiskey tasting experience with connoisseur Colin Foundry, an Open Studio at Karen Allen Fiber Arts and a conversation with artists represented at Childs+Clark Gallery’s “Sewn, Thrown, & Blown” exhibit, a weaving demonstration. Costs vary for events.
Locations throughout South, Central, and North Berkshire Counties.
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JAZZ & CLASSICS FOR CHANGE: ANAT COHEN & MARCELLO GONCALVES
May 17th, Saturday, 5PM
Enjoy the sounds of Grammy-nominated clarinetist Anat Cohen and 7-string guitar virtuoso Marcello Gonçalves for a concert spotlighting the genre known as Choro—a Brazilian musical tradition that combines classical technique with the soul of folkloric street music. Cohen is a longtime favorite on the international jazz circuit and frequent Newport Jazz Festival headliner. Gonçalves, known across South America for his lush and rhythmic guitar work, is equally celebrated and shares a deep musical connection with Cohen. $50 Adults, $30 Students, Free for children under 12.
Saint James Place. 352 Main Street. Great Barrington MA. 413.528.1996.
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GREENWOODS GALA: IT’S BOOGALOO ON BEE BROOK
May 17th, Saturday, 6PM - 8:30PM
Come prepared to eat, drink, dance & celebrate as Greenwoods Counseling & Referrals will be hosting a “It’s Boogaloo on Bee Brook” cocktail party celebrating their remarkable work. This special benefit event will commence with soft jazz and ramp up to dance music of the ages by Hush Nosferatu. Enjoy a raw bar from To the Gills as well as cheese & charcuterie from New Curds on the Block. Greenwoods’ annual benefit is a critical source of funding for the comprehensive mental healthcare that they provide to our community. Starting at $150.
Spring Hill Vineyards. 292 Bee Brook Road. New Preston CT. 860.567.4437.
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MERRYALL TALES: PERSONAL STORYTELLING
May 17th, Saturday, 7:30PM - 9:30PM
Back by popular demand, this is not your grandpa’s typical storytime! Join an exciting evening of tough, funny, poignant stories from some of New York City’s and the Northeast region's dynamic storytellers. Neil Intraub hosts an evening filled with Moth Grand Slam/Story Slam winners who have also been spotlighted on PBS’ Stories From the Stage. $30.
Merryall Center. 8 Chapel Hill Road. New Milford CT
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