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GUIDO’S CUSTOMER APPRECIATION: THANK YOU THURSDAY
November 6th, Thursday, 9AM - 6PM
Guido’s is hosting their semiannual “Thank You Thursday”—a special customer appreciation day of discounts, treats and prizes at both locations. Throughout the day will be tastings from local vendors (including pastries, cheeses, coffee, wine and even caviar), a Thanksgiving Hot Bar and chances to win prizes from Guido’s and their vendors. Free.
Guido’s Fresh Marketplace.
1020 South Street. Pittsfield MA. 413.442.9912.
760 South Main Street. Great Barrington MA. 413.528.9255.
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BANTAM CINEMA ANNIVERSARY: A FITTING CELEBRATION
November 8th, Saturday, 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Celebrate Bantam Cinema’s Anniversary in style at this special event with hors d’oeuvre, drinks and live entertainment. The all-star line-up features performances from Grammy-award winning musicians Krystyana and James Czeiner and world-renowned dance company MOMIX. $165 Tickets, $350 Premium Tickets.
Washington Club Hall. 92 Green Hill Road. Washington CT. 860.361.6066.
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SILKROAD ENSEMBLE: AMERICAN RAILROAD
November 8th, Saturday, 7PM
Grammy Award-winning musical ensemble, Silkroad is a collective of artists representing dozens of nationalities, traditions and ideas who use music and art to demonstrate how great beauty can emerge from great difference. Experience this reimagining of Silkroad’s acclaimed American Railroad program—now with an intimate ensemble of eight world-class musicians led by the internationally acclaimed pipa master, Wu Man. This program presents a sonic tapestry of the past, evoking the powerful and often-overlooked contributions of Indigenous and African Americans, Chinese, Irish, Japanese and other immigrant communities who laid the tracks that transformed a nation. There will be a pre-show talk on the experiences of African American railroad workers with public historian Dr. Camesha Scruggs. $45 - $95.
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. 14 Castle Street. Great Barrington MA. 413.528.0100.
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WUNDERKINDER: PRODIGIOUS FRIENDSHIPS
November 9th, Sunday, 3PM
In this special BIFF screening, Wunderkinder tells a tale of three exceptionally musically talented children who develop a deep and genuine friendship extending beyond their different religions and nationalities. Their world is one of curiosity, joy and talent but when the Nazis invade the Soviet Union, they and their families face mortal peril. Their world is turned upside down and they are suddenly no longer allowed to be friends. The film is in German with English subtitles. A Q&A with local screenwriter Stephen Glantz will follow the screening. $15.
Triplex Cinema. 70 Railroad Street. Great Barrington MA. 413.528.8886.
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EXTREMELY HAPPY HOLIDAYS: WILDLY CREATIVE COCKTAILS
November 12th, Wednesday, 6:30PM
It's the most wonderful time of the year, cocktail time! What better way to honor and enjoy all the holidays than to toast each one with a fabulous new cocktail? Devin McEwan is a droll and delightful guide through the tools and techniques one will need to make these cocktails and mocktails at home. The book is designed and illustrated by the inimitable Sandra Boynton who just happens to be the author's mother. Enjoy McEwan and Boynton live and in conversation with WAMC’s Joe Donahue for a talk and book signing. $35.
The White Hart Inn. 15 Undermountain Road. Salisbury CT. 860.435.0030.
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