Apr 20–May 14
Naumkeag's Daffodil and Tulip Festival opens today—a sure sign that spring is definitely here. Stroll through eight acres of the world-renowned gardens decorated with thousands of daffodil, tulip and minor bulbs. Mixed bouquets and container plants will be for sale at a pop-up shop, along with a pre-sale of spring bulbs and more! (Photo by David Edgecomb) More info
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The May/June issue of Berkshire Magazine will soon be in the mail and on newsstands. Subscribe now to receive our summer season preview issue, as well as read exclusive stories only found in Berkshire Magazine—your trusted source of all things Berkshire for 11+ years. (Cover photo of the Spring issue by Jimmy ienner, Jr.) More info
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Through May 7
Meet Hancock Shaker Village's newest farm babies—lambs, piglets, calves, chicks and kids (goats, that is) and partake in daily events and village-wide activities, from daily talks about the farm and the Shakers to craft demos to walks along the Farm & Forest Trail and fun in the Discovery Barn. Come to the Village and enjoy all that spring has to offer in Baby Animals 2023. More info
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Fri Apr 21, noon–3 p.m.
Berkshire United Way and Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires are holding an in-person Spring Volunteer Fair at Crissey Farm in Great Barrington. Thirty nonprofit organizations will share their mission, programs, and volunteer needs. Municipal volunteers also will be on hand to share experiences and a brochure outlining town board and committee descriptions. More info
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Sat Apr 22, 5 p.m.–midnight
The time has finally come! The Dream Away will hold a reopening party with Mike + Ruth (of the Mammals). There will be a full bar and food from Chef in Residence Brian Alberg and The Break Room team. Read more about the Dream Away and a very special regular customer, in the forthcoming May/June issue of Berkshire Magazine. More info
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Sat Apr 22, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
The West Stockbridge Historical Society Jazz Series begins its 2023 season with the Brian Patneaude Quartet, featuring Patneaude on saxophone, Rob Lundquist on keyboard, Jarod Greico on bass, and Danny Whelchel on drums. Patneaude is a mainstay in the Northeast jazz scene, leading his own quartet and enjoying lengthy tenures with numerous area ensembles. More info
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Sun Apr 23, 4–6 p.m.
Close Encounters With Music (CEWM) presents From Bach Brandenburg to Appalachian Spring with the Manhattan Chamber Players. Bringing a “mellifluous blend of vigorous intensity and dramatic import, performed with enthusiasm, technical facility and impressive balance,” the 13-strong Manhattan Chamber Players make their CEWM debut at the Mahaiwe Peforming Arts Center in Great Barrington. More info
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