Happening this Week

GUINEA PIGS & GRATITUDE: MEET & GREET
December 7th, Sunday, 10:30AM - 11:30AM
All are welcome to join a morning of interaction with the delightful, sociable guinea pigs of Le Petit Ranch. Guided by Marjorie Borreda, you’ll meet the guinea pigs and learn about the kindness and gratitude that are part of their way of life. You’ll also do a bit of writing or drawing inspired by your interactions with the guinea pigs. Make sure to stop by Scoville’s Friends of the Library Books & Bling Sale for some gently used jewelry and books. Free.
Scoville Memorial Library. 38 Main Street. Salisbury CT. 860.435.2838.
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FLAMEWORKING WORKSHOP: BLOWN GLASS ORNAMENTS
December 6th, Saturday, 1PM - 5PM
Join a festive workshop where you can create your very own glass blown ornaments! Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on experience making beautiful decorations for your tree. Professional glassworkers will guide you, ensuring the ornaments will be perfect. A great activity for friends, families or a solo adventure. Don't miss this unique opportunity to add a personal touch to your holiday memories! $70.
Upper Depot Brewing Co. 708 State Street. Hudson NY. 518.859.9114.
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W.E.B. DU BOIS: REBEL WITH A CAUSE FUNDRAISER
December 6th, Saturday, 3PM - 5PM
Ceelebrate and support the completion of the upcoming PBS American Masters film W.E.B. DU BOIS: REBEL WITH A CAUSE in Great Barrington, beloved hometown of Du Bois. Directed by Peabody and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Rita Coburn, the documentary spans the 95-year life, work and multi-genre writings of this pivotal civil rights trailblazer. Scheduled to air in spring 2026, the film production was affected by federal funding cuts. With this fundraiser creators hope to recoup lost funds and to finish this worthy and highly anticipated documentary. Du Bois’ story can inspire a new generation. Hors d’oeuvres, wine, sneak previews (including Oscar-winning stars) and a Q & A. $100.
Solidarity Meeting House. 965 Main Street. Great Barrington MA. 413.394.4305.
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WHITE HART SPEAKER SERIES: JULIE DOAR, THE GALLAGHER PLACE
December 6th, Saturday, 6:30PM - 7:30PM
In this chilling debut set in New York’s Dutchess County, author Julie Doar provides a layered exploration of family secrets, sibling misconceptions and an unsolved murder. When Marlowe Fisher, an illustrator living in New York City, returns to her family’s Hudson Valley home for the holidays, she discovers a body in the woods. Marlowe is pulled into an investigation that threatens to unravel the town’s fragile loyalties and expose the shadowed legacy of a weekend home steeped in secrets. Meet Julie Doar as she discusses her journey of her novel and her book. $15.
The White Hart Inn. 15 Undermountain Road. Salisbury CT. 860.435.0030.
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BONSAI BAR: BEGINNER WORKSHOP
December 9th, Tuesday, 6PM - 8PM
The hugely popular Bonsai Bar—which brings bonsai experts to breweries around the country for pop-up workshops—is coming to the Berkshires for a night of fun you won't want to miss! Beginner workshops are perfect for you to gather your friends, grab a drink and make tiny trees. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai. Expert teachers will introduce core concepts and guide you as you pot, prune and design your own bonsai tree! $85.
Antimony Brewing. 55 Pittsfield Road. Lenox MA. 413.551.7503.
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