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Storywalk®: Call Me Tree, Llámame Árbol

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

STORYWALK®: CALL ME TREE, LLÁMAME ÁRBOL Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Come to the Great Falls Discovery Center for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring the children’s picture book Call Me Tree, Llámame Árbol by Maya Christina Gonzalez for…

Fall Spanish Language Hike

This hike is specifically offered to Spanish speakers and those interested in Spanish immersion. The entire trail, mostly flat terrain, is 5 km, or 3 miles, and offers beautiful views of the eastern section of the Housatonic River. Difficulty: Easy, 1.4…

“Farming While Black” Film Screening and Discussion

The Triplex Cinema 70 Railroad St., Great Barrington, MA

Berkshire International Film Festival presents Farming While Black, directed by Mark Decena, as part of the 7th annual Environmental Film Focus Series in partnership with Triplex Cinema Leah Penniman, co-founder of Soul Fire Farm, reflects on the plight of Black…

Event Series Birding at the Mount

Birding at the Mount

The Mount 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, United States

Explore Edith Wharton's original estate, including its woods, wetlands, and meadows. Learn skills to bird by sight and sound as we look for numerous bird species, including bobolinks, woodpeckers, vireos, and warblers. Walks depart from the main parking lot. For…

EV Ride & Drive

UMass Amherst Transit Compound 185 Holdsworth Way, Amherst, MA

https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Amherst-EV-Flyer.pdf Visit and sit in a variety of EVs and speak with owners to learn more about how an EV can fit into your life. Take a closer look at the e-bus, and have lunch from favorite campus food trucks…

Event Series Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond

Tuesday Treks at Dyken Pond

Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center 475 Dyken Pond Rd., Cropseyville, NY

Join Len Tremblay on a moderately paced 3 mile hike every Tuesday in June to explore the wilds of the Dyken Pond Center. Learn the trail system one at a time with a knowledgeable guide. Each week discover new ground…

STEAM Challenge Night

Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic St., Pittsfield, MA

On October 22, Flying Cloud Institute along with the Berkshire STEM Pipeline and Hancock Shaker Village, will be hosting a night of hands-on science and arts exploration for students in grades K-8! The event coincides with Massachusetts’ 7th Annual STEM…

Old Mill Trail Reopening Ceremony

Old Mill Trail Old Dalton Rd., Hinsdale, MA

Join Berkshire Natural Resources Council to celebrate the recently completed renovations at Old Mill Trail with a FREE, public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, October 23, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. The event will be held at the trail’s newly upgraded parking…

Bel Air Dam Removal Public Meeting

Polish Falcon Club 32 Bel Air Ave, Pittsfield, MA, United States

Bel Air Dam Removal Public Meeting Invitation 10.23.24 https://www.thebeatnews.org/BeatTeam/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Notice-of-Bel-Air-Dam-Updates-and-upcoming-community-meeting-Sep-2024.pdf The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (MassDCR) Office of Dam Safety (ODS) and City of Pittsfield have partnered to design and permit removal of the Bel Air Dam (MA1061), located…

Remarkable River Potluck 2024

Stanton Hall Huntington, MA

The Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee Invites YOU!! Community members, Volunteers and River enthusiasts to come celebrate!! Feasting, 6:30 - 7:30pm. Slideshow & Sharing 7:30 -8:30 The Wild & Scenic Summer Intern’s will be sharing their adventures & explorations…

Kidleidoscope Story Hour at Great Falls Discovery Center

Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA

KIDLEIDOSCOPE STORY HOUR: 10/4: Squirrels; 10/18: Bear; 10/25: Bats For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather…

Event Series Rooting Out Barberry

Rooting Out Barberry

Join the Wild & Scenic Westfield River Committee to learn to identify and remove Barberry & Multiflora Rose. Bring your work gloves, goggles, eye covering and sense of humor!! Barberry harbors Ticks endangering our children, pets and riparian area Email…

Return of the Chestnut Tree: Restoration Tour

Led by New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill horticulturist and land steward, Robert Graham, and volunteers Lois & Denis Melican, discover this innovative restoration project and enjoy fresh ripe chestnuts during peak season. Come prepared for a hike in…

Forest Bathing at Arrowhead

Arrowhead 780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA, United States

Start your weekend with a guided, gentle stroll on the peaceful nature trail at Arrowhead. Forest bathing can elevate your mood, reduce stress and improve your health. The walk will be less than a mile and includes several breaks for…

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