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CHP Barrington OB/GYN Welcomes New OB/GYN Physician Community Health Programs (CHP) is happy to announce the appointment of Dr. Antoine F. El Khoury to CHP Barrington OB/GYN in Great Barrington. Dr. El Khoury comes to CHP after completing his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Staten Island University Hospital in New York. He received his M.D. from the Moscow Medical Academy in Moscow, Russia, and his MBA from Providence College in Rhode Island. Dr. El Khoury is fluent in English, French, Russian and Arabic. “I am very happy to be here at CHP Barrington OB/GYN,” Dr. El Khoury said. “We have an excellent team, and I love our patients. I'm especially happy to be a part of the work of Community Health Programs in the Berkshires.” Dr. El Khoury joins Dr. Craig Martin and Linda Baxter, CNM, in the practice, providing comprehensive women's health care for women of all ages. About CHP Barrington OB/GYN CHP Barrington OB/GYN offers comprehensive women's health care for women of all ages. Our multidisciplinary approach includes board-certified obstetrician/gynecologists and a certified nurse-midwife. Their care is complemented by an on-site licensed certified social worker and experienced nursing staff who provide support and education. Barrington OB/GYN has been serving the southern Berkshire community since 1993. Obstetrical and gynecologic care, including surgery, are offered at Fairview Hospital. About CHP CHP's mission is to provide the best quality health care and wellness services to the people of the central and southern Berkshires, and to improve the health status of the community by doing so. The agency is built on the belief that all people should be entitled to the same high-quality health care and related services whether they can afford to pay for care or not. CHP serves over 6,000 individuals annually through the CHP Health Center on the 4th floor of Fairview Hospital; CHP WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program; CHP First Steps early intervention program; the CHP Family Network/Family Center; HCAP (Healthy Communities Access Program), a mobile outreach treatment team; CHP Barrington OB/GYN; the CHP Dental Center; the South Berkshire Youth Coalition (SBYC); the Neighborhood Health Center in Pittsfield; and the Women's Health Network/Men's Health Partnership (WHN/MHP) Program.

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An Invitation to Heal

The Hospice Services of Western Mass. invites you to participate in a group discussion, “Honoring our Memories: When Loved Ones are No Longer Present for the Holidays”. The holidays can be a very difficult and emotional time for those who have lost a loved lone. For some people the joy that once characterized these gatherings no longer seems appropriate, and they may feel that any kind of celebratory events are too painful to participate in. In order to support those who struggle with the holidays, Hospice Services of Western Massachusetts, is offering a group discussion built on the theme,“Honoring our Memories: When Loved Ones are No Longer Present for the Holidays”. This meeting will offer suggestions on how to approach the holidays and what individuals can do to honor those whom they have lost. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 16 from 5-7 p.m. at the Hospice Services of Western Massachusetts office at 66 West St. in Pittsfield on the lower level of the building. The public and all who learning to adjust to life without their loved ones are welcome to attend this free meeting. For information contact Rev. Dennis C. Castella or Beth Harlan, MSW, LICSW at 413-442-0045 or be email at dcastella@hospiceofweste rnma.com

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Lenox Historical Society is currently featuring a selection of Morris Elementary students' artwork displayed alongside our collection of early Lenox photographs, documents and memorabilia. Are you researching early Lenox families or properties? We have reference materials (cemetery records, maps, early tax records, Historic District information) to aid in your search. At the Academy, 65 Main St., Lenox. Open Thursday - Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. or by appt. for special groups. For more information, call Vickie at 413-441-7902.

Special Program for Seniors Regarding Scam Artists Mason Public Library will host a special scam-awareness program for seniors on Wednesday, December 17 at 10 a.m. The program is sponsored by the Great Barrington Police Department and the Berkshire County District Attorney's office. The free program will present the latest scam tactics directed at seniors in Berkshire County. Chief Walsh (Great Barrington Police Dept.), as well as the District Attorney, will offer discussions and advice on securty, prevention and safety measures that will aid citizens in the fight against scam artists. More information may be obtained by calling Dawn Barbieri via 413-274-3738.

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Free Cardiovascuslar Screening Near You!

Are you curious about your cholesterol? Have you been told your blood pressure is steadily rising? Do you have a family history of diabetes or cardiovascular disease? Stop guessing and get a free health screening near you! If you would like to know your numbers, please call 413-528-9311 EXT. 2147 or visit: communityhealthprograms.org. December 10- BCC- South County Campus December 10- CHP Dental Center- GB* December 11- West Stockbridge Town Hall December 15- Sheffield Senior Center December 16- Monterey Town Hall December 17-New Marloborugh Library December 17- Family Center, Gt. Barrington December 18- Sheffield Old Parrish Church Contact: CHP Healthy Communities Access Project- 528-9311 ext. 2147.

RSYP and South Berkshire Youth Coalition Seeking Donors It's that time of year again when Railroads Street Youth Project needs help with collecting gifts for local teens. This year the program will be run out of the Railroad Street Youth Project office. The two local school districts are supplying us with names of low income teens that could use a little holiday cheer this year. Last year we served over 60 youth, each of the past 5 years we have tripled our number served. Because of the economic situation this year, we expect there will be many more families falling on hard times. We need your help! What we are looking for are gift certificates to local eateries and businesses, or donations of cash so that we can purchase gift certificates according to the suggestions of the teens themselves. Please pass on this message to your neighbors, friends and business associates. We will need all donations by this coming week. You may send any gifts by mail to RSYP, P.O. Box 698, Great Barrington, MA 01230 or drop off at their youth center on Bridge Street. You may email me with any questions at brooks0928@yahoo.com.

BCAC Seeks Volunteer Tax Counselors

Looking for a rewarding volunteer experience? Join the Berkshire Community Action Council in helping low-income families in Berkshire County to prepare their 2008 tax returns and claim eligible credits. No experience is necessary to become a volunteer; trainings will be scheduled in December and January. For more information, please call 413-445-4503, and ask for Linda Greenbush at x114 or Dave Christopolis at x122. Are you struggling from paycheck to paycheck? Overwhelmed trying to make sense of bills and statements? Would you like to have a better handle on how money works and how it can work in your life? Learn answers to these and other questions about effective money management, getting out of debt, credit control, and more at the next “$$$$ Cents”-Ability Workshop. Workshops are held the last Tuesday of every month, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at BCAC, 1531 East Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201. Please call 413-445-4503x112 for more information.

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Big Y Raises $130,000 for Breast Cancer

In order to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer, all Big Y Supermarkets donated proceeds from their entire produce department as well as additional select products throughout the store to the Massachusetts and Connecticut Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure for the entire month of October. Customers were generous in helping to raise a total of $80,000 to these local charities during the second year of this campaign. In addition, as part of Big Y's largest manufacturer joint effort, customer purchases of hundreds of thousands of pink products such as specially marked Campbell's soup, Thomas' English Muffins or Cheerios benefited breast cancer organizations on a national level. This month long program is formally called, “Partners of Hope” in order to reflect the partnership, commitment and support of breast cancer awareness and research that are so vital for many. According to Big Y CEO, Donald D'Amour, “We are delighted to be able to promote breast cancer awareness to our customers and employees within our community. Every dollar earned takes us closer to helping more and more women of all ages.” Formal check presentations in Massachusetts and Connecticut will be made to each organization soon. This $80,000 comes in addition to Big Y's Mother's Day campaign where the chain raised $50,500 from Big Y branded products. Thus, the 2008 total funds raised for the Massachusetts and Connecticut Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is $130,500. Ronni Cohen-Boyar, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure explained, “At the local level, we are committed to 100% screening and 100% access to care for all of the Commonwealth's residents. The wonderful generosity of both Big Y and their customers will be felt as local programs are the beneficiaries of 75% of our net proceeds. In the big picture, the remaining 25% of our net proceeds are targeted towards research and national programming to fight the battle against breast cancer.” Headquartered in Springfield, MA, Big Y is one of the largest independently owned supermarket chains in New England. Proud to be family owned and operated, they currently operate 58 stores throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts with over 9,800 employees. Founded in 1936 by brothers Paul and Gerald D'Amour, the store was named after an intersection in Chicopee, Massachusetts where two roads converge to form a “Y”.

Lenox Contra Dance Series - Our Holiday Dance

The Lenox Contra Dance celebrates with it's annual Holiday Dance on December 20. The early session, from 5 to 7 p.m., features one of two local favorite bands, Bottom of the Bucket, with calling by Jon Greene. Really good contras with several waltzes mixed in. Then from 7 to 8 p.m. we will have a potluck dinner. It's a nice warm opportunity to chat and be part of our whole community. For evening dance, from 8 to 11:30 p.m. we have another area band that has played many, many wonderful dances, The Flying Garbonzos, with Fern Bradley calling. In keeping with the earlier session, there will be extra waltzes. This is a great double header event, especially if you love waltzing or would like to get in some practice!

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New World Fund Available for Recent Immigrants The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation has money available for new immigrants to our area through “The New World Fund of the Berkshires”. The New World Fund was established to give support and encouragement to recent immigrants to the Berkshires (and to programs designed to help them) through small grants usually in the $100 to $500 range that will ease the transition into their new lives. Individuals may seek grants for immediate and basic needs, such as buying winter clothes, having their teeth fixed, getting snow tires for their cars, making a deposit on rental housing or buying books for college. Nonprofit organizations or public agencies may apply for grants to support programs serving this population. An advisory board will review the applications and award grants based on the applicant's need and the appropriateness of the request. The board will meet several times a year, as applications are received, and will try to respond within eight weeks. The New World Fund was established in memory of Gerald Dickler, father of the founder, whose immigrant parents struggled most of their lives to provide for their children's welfare and education. The fund will operate with out prejudice and with their principals of selflessness in mind. Contact: 413-528-5599 or by E-mail: newworldfund2000@aol.com.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Appoints New Board Members

Big Brother Big Sisters of Berkshire County is proud to announce three new members to the Board of Directors: Deanna Schuster, Mary Beth Larrow, and Nicholas Grizey. Mike Monti, President of the Board of Directors said, “We are pleased to welcome three, outstanding local people to the board and look forward to working with them. They bring passion, experience and an enthusiasm to the team. In addition to their organizational and leadership skills, they also bring a genuine love and concern for the residents of Berkshire County - both children and adults alike.” Deanna Schuster is office manager for Ascentek, Inc., a Pittsfield-based company specializing in IT support, network design, and network security services for local businesses. She came to Pittsfield in 2006 after graduating in 2005 from Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Schuster is a member of the Berkshire Leadership Program (BLP) and the Berkshire Business and Professional Women (BBPW) organization. In addition, she is currently working with members of the community as part of the Youth Leadership Task Force Committee to develop a youth leadership program for high-school students in Berkshire County. Schuster lives with her husband Josh and their chocolate lab, Hershey, in Pittsfield. Mary Beth Larrow is the Executive Assistant to the President of the Berkshire Economic Development Corporation (BEDC). The BEDC facilitates, coordinates and leads countywide economic development efforts designed to attract and retain high quality employers and employees and strengthen the economy of the Berkshires. A November 2008 graduate of the Berkshire Leadership Program, Larrow’s community involvement includes recently co-chairing the Berkshire Employment Outlook Committee and serving on the Berkshire Academies Mentor Program committee. She sits on the Board of Directors for the Berkshire Academies. Larrow has two sons. Brian is a graduate of the University of San Diego and teaches English in Xi’an, China. Daniel, a senior at Springfield College, will graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science and plans to complete his required internship at the University of Australia - Sydney. Nicholas Grizey serves as Assistant Vice President of Branch Operations at Legacy Banks. In this capacity, he directs the operating functions of a network of 17 branch offices in Massachusetts and New York as well as the Customer Service Call Center. Grizey joined Legacy in 2004 as a branch administration analyst. He has since been promoted to branch operations manager and most recently branch operations officer. Grizey holds a B.A. in finance and operations management with dual concentrations in investment and corporate finance from The University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He is also an M.B.A. candidate with UMass, Amherst. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berkshire County has been serving children in Berkshire County since 1969, starting out as Big Brothers of Pittsfield, then in 1987 as Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. The Mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berkshire County is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable outcomes. Big Brothers Big Sisters is the only nationally affiliated agency in Berkshire County whose mission is solely devoted to mentoring.

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Free Winter Coats

The Lenox Community Center and Lenox Memorial Middle and High School are distributing coats to those who are in need. All sizes are available. Stop by the Community Center lobby and help yourself. Drop off of coats to be distributed is at the Lenox High School lobby for those wishing to donate a coat.

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Hike with Santa

On the Saturday before Christmas, don your boots and join Santa for a half-mile walk through the frozen landscape of Bartholomew's Cobble. Santa will teach children about nature and the wonders of winter. At the end of the hike, Santa will hand out small nature-related presents in the warmth of the visitor center. This event was offered for the first time last year, and parents appreciated having this fun way to introduce their children to hiking and the outdoors, according to Rene Wendell the Naturalist Ranger at Bartholomew's Cobble. “Last year everyone saw deer and bobcat tracks and a bird's nest. This is one holiday event that is wholesome and healthy and non-commercial!” Join Santa and his elves for the adventure on December 20 from 10am to noon. Adults are free and the price is $10 for each child (includes price of present). Please pre-register to The Trustees of Reservations at 413-229-8600. Bartholomew's Cobble is a National Natural Landmark in Sheffield, known for its scenic trails and its diversity of plants and wildlife. It is owned and managed by The Trustees of Reservations, a member-supported conservation organization. The cost of admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children. The trails are open daily from dawn to dusk. During the winter months, the visitor center and natural history museum are open Tues-Sun and there is free hot chocolate included with the price of admission. Dogs are asked to stay at home. For more information, and for a schedule of guided winter walks, call the Cobble or check the website at www.thetrustee.org. About The Trustees of Reservations in the Berkshires The Trustees of Reservations preserve for public enjoyment, 13 great properties in the Berkshires, and 100 properties statewide. The Berkshires Regional Office is based in Stockbridge, MA. To learn more, to volunteer or to become a member, please call 413.298.3239 x3000, visit at www. thetrustees.org, or email westregion@ttor.org.

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With the holiday season upon us, soon we will be hustling about to find our loved ones gifts to express our gratitude, appreciation, and love. This year please consider extending that love and generosity by donating much needed items to those hit hard by our economic recession, rising fuel costs, and other extraneous factors that are affecting a great many families in our home state! There is a high demand for clothing, blankets, winter accessories, and food items. Many of our local churches and agencies are graciously accepting all donations and will see to it that they are allocated to those in need. If you can help, please do! If you need help to donate, please call Regina 413-358-1060 (to pick up donations) or The Christian Center 413-443-2828 or Salvation Army 413-448-8900 or Goodwill Industries 413-442-0061.

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Kick Off The Holiday Season Singles Christmas Party on Friday December 19 from 6:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Couples are welcome to join in on these festivities! For reservations and pricing please call Kathy at 413-8223477. Must be 21 years or older to attend this event. berkshirehealthcare.org

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Berkshire Chamber Holiday Chamber Nite

The Berkshire Chamber of Commerce will host Holiday Chamber Nite @ Cranwell Resort, Spa & Golf Club, located at 55 Lee Road in Lenox, on Wednesday, December 17. Networking will be from 5-7 p.m. Attendees are invited to get in the spirit of the holiday season while enjoying complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar in the Mansion Ballroom. Tours of the spa will also be available throughout the evening. There will be several prizes given away that evening, but you'll have to be present at 7 p.m. when they are drawn, in order to win. Berkshire Chamber members can also take advantages of special promotions happening at Cranwell both before and after Holiday Chamber Nite. Spend the afternoon at the Spa at Cranwell prior to the event, and receive 20 percent off any spa treatment. As part of the treatment, Chamber members can enjoy a complimentary fitness class or relax at the indoor pool. After the event, a special dinner offer of 20 percent off dining in the Mansion or Sloane's Tavern is available to Chamber members. For mansion dining reservations, Chamber members can call 413-637-1364 and mention “Chamber Nite." The Berkshire Chamber offers monthly networking opportunities as a free benefit to members. Chamber Nite events are open exclusively to Berkshire Chamber members and their employees. To register, please call 413-499-4000, extension 26, e-mail choyt@berkshirechamber.com or register online at www.berkshirechamber. com.

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On December 20 at 8 p.m. Leahy returns to the Colonial's stage to perform a holiday concert filled with favorite Celtic medleys and traditional Christmas carols. A Canadian powerhouse of eight musical brothers and sisters, this family of instrumentalists, singers and dancers brings a rare level of originality and musicianship to the stage. Leahy's most recent American tour included a sold-out stop at the Colonial, which remains the Colonial's most requested return performance. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Colonial Ticket Office at 111 South Street Monday-Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-2, by calling (413) 997-4444 or 24/7 online at www.TheColonialTheatre.org. The band's four acclaimed CDs - “Leahy”, “Lakefield”, “In All Things”, and “Leahy Live” - have world-wide sales of over half-a-million copies. They opened up for Shania Twain on her first World Tour and were the subject of an Academy Award winning documentary on the life and music of their family. Their countless awards and accolades span many musical genres, from traditional roots, folk, and country to pop, jazz, and classical. A Christmas show with Leahy is yet another multifaceted experience that takes audiences on a sensory and emotional ride with their music, dance and song. Through the magic of technology, they will share the stage with their parents and other people from their past. If that wasn't enough, they're adding more Leahys to the line-up by having the children of various members join them on stage to sing, play, and dance-just as they would if they were at a Leahy family gathering back home in Lakefield, Ontario. Leahy's performance will be interspersed with Christmas stories that make you feel as though you are one of the characters yourself. From sacred hymns and slow airs to a smorgasbord of fiery tunes and Christmas carols, they'll travel the spectrum when it comes to the intensity with which they play. The Leahys have always been known for the way in which they fuse musical styles and genres. The ease with which they do this becomes even clearer in their Christmas show with the way they employ symphonic arrangements with their violins, world rhythms with their dance, and haunting choral harmonies with their voices. How they're able to move from one genre to another is shocking at first, then understandable when you remember that they grew up in a household where music was everywhere. Music wasn't defined by words or categories, but rather its ability to touch and move one's soul. Leahy continues to share this attitude whenever they perform. They play for the joy of making music and the purpose of giving something more than sound to the listener-an experience and long lasting awakening. “Music has always been a huge part of our Christmas experience. As children, if it wasn't for all of the lights and decorations everywhere, we knew it was Christmas because there was a musical gathering every night of the week. Our house would be alive with people, music, dance and song! Children and adults alike all joined in and participated in the festivities. This is one aspect of our Christmas show that we're looking forward to the most, bringing the audience in on all of action taking place on stage. That may be where the music starts, but it won't be where it ends. You can't attend a Christmas gathering and not be expected to join in on all of the fun!” As much as Leahy still carries on these traditions today, the sacred importance of this time of year is what is first and foremost in their house. To that end, Leahy's repertoire of sacred hymns and Christmas carols runs deep as it comes from many years of singing in the Choir at Mass. In fact, it was in the church Choir that the Leahys learned how to sing and harmonize. “It is such an important part of our Christmas experience that to this day, we still sing in the choir and at Mass on Christmas Eve.” These sacred hymns and choral arrangements are sure to be a highlight of their Christmas show. Watching a Leahy performance is always an extra-ordinary experience. You can't help but feel transported �� into another time and space-be it their living room back in Lakefield on a snowy December night, or one of �� many Cathedrals around the world on Christmas Eve. A Leahy Family Christmas will make you feel like you've �� been taken on one of the most exhilarating Christmas adventures of your life. And to think, all in one show, on �� one night and from one family.

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Handling Holiday Depression

While the holiday season is usually one of joy, happiness and celebration, for many people the emotion of the season is often depression. Fortunately, it doesn't have to be that way. Many of the things that leave us feeling depressed are things we can control. For example, the constant stream of media and advertising holiday images contributes to depression for many people. Comparing our own lives to these unrealistic images of holiday perfection, it's easy to feel left out, inadequate, or as if we aren't getting all that's due us. While there's no avoiding the holiday media/advertising blitz, but it's easy to accept that what we're being shown isn't reality, but rather the makebelieve that comes with actors, make-up artists and high dollar productions. We don't have to compete with that. Eating healthier and getting enough rest is another way to fight holiday blues. Holiday foods usually mean too many rich, high-calorie party temptations, treats loaded with sugar, and opportunities to drink too much. Toss in a busy holiday schedule and it's easy to feel tired, unhealthy, overweight and generally depressed. So should you just avoid all those holiday foods? Actually, no, since that can leave you feeling deprived and more likely to finally over-indulge. Instead, use common sense and moderation. Limit alcohol consumption and enjoy your favorite holiday foods, but in reasonable-sized portions and without going back for seconds. And don't forget exercise. It's often ignored in busy holiday schedules, yet studies show that even small or moderate amounts of exercise can lift your spirits. It's also a great way to burn those extra calories of the season. Lastly, don't let depression rule your life. Holiday socializing is a great way to combat the blues. Make the effort to go and meet people at a party, or just call up a friend to go for coffee and talk about interesting things. Spending time with others and refocusing your thinking on positive things you enjoy is your goal. Eating right, exercising, taking a realistic view of the holiday madness and having an active social life all take effort, but they're all essential to helping you enjoy the holiday season. Even small efforts in these areas can help you feel better physically and mentally. But if you find nothing seems to help fight that holiday depression, talk to a counseling professional. They're trained to help you work through and cope with these feelings. “The Counseling Corner” is provided as a public service by the American Counseling Association, the nation's largest organization of counseling professionals. Learn more about the counseling profession at the ACA web site, www.counseling.org.

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Pittsfield Green Drinks is a very informal gathering, open to everyone with any environmental interest. Every month, on the third Tuesday, beginning at 5:15 p.m. we gather for "Green Drinks" at the Pittsfield Brew Works, 34 Depot Street. The next Green Drinks will be held Tuesday, December 16. If you are interested in any environmental issue, from the climate crisis to land preservation, or from wildlife habitat to recycling, please join the gathering beginning �� at 5:15 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month. Green Drinks in Pittsfield is co- sponsored by the Center for Ecological Technology (CET) and the Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT). �� "Green Drinks is a great way for people to find ways to get involved with helping to protect the environ�� ment." said Jane Winn, Executive Director for BEAT. What is Green Drinks? Green Drinks is an international forum where people who work in the environ�� mental field meet for a drink and snacks at informal sessions. There �� will be a lively mix of people from Non-profit organizations, academia, �� government and business. �� Green Drinks is a great way of catching up with people you know and �� for making new contacts. These networking events are very simple and �� unstructured. Come along and you'll be made welcome. �� For more information about Pittsfield Green Drinks, contact Jamie �� Cahillane at CET (413-445-4556 ext. 14) or Jane Winn at BEAT �� (jane@thebeatnews.org or 413-230-7321). ��

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The birth circle is an informal meeting of parents and parents to be that offers an opportunity to learn more about birth and the midwifery model of care. Birth circles are held every third Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Chapter Bookstore in Pittsfield, 78 North street and every first Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Noah center in Great Barrington, 401 Stockbridge Rd. The birth circle is for anyone interested in hearing positive birth stories, meeting others interested in birth, and sharing information and resources around birth and parenting. For more information, go to www.mfom.org or http://www.berkshiredoulas.org. Contact: serafinajp@netzero.net.

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Holiday Fire Safety

The Pittsfield Fire Department would like to remind everyone this holiday season to keep fire safety in mind. During the 2007-2008 winter holiday season there were 1,624 residential structure fires with 9 civilian deaths, 43 civilian injuries, 65 fire service injuries & $28.2 million loss in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Electric Holiday Lights Before plugging in newly purchased electrical decorations, or those you've used during previous seasons, carefully inspect each decoration. Cracked sockets, frayed, loose or bare wires, and loose connections may cause serious electric shock or start a fire. Replace damaged items with new decorations that bear the UL Mark. The green UL Mark means the light strings should be used only indoors. The red UL Mark indicates the light strings can be used both inside and out. Make sure to unplug light strings and electrical decorations before replacing light bulbs or fuses, and keep light strings and other electrical decorations away from children's reach. Electrical decorations aren't toys and could produce a deadly electric shock or cause a fire if misused. Make sure you keep light strings away from pets as well. Trees 1. Water the live tree every day. 2. Buy a cut tree as fresh as possible. A newly cut tree can stay green for several weeks. 3. Never use a cut tree in a public place, such as an office, lobby, or restaurant. 4. Always shut off the lights overnight and when you leave your home. 5. Never use lit candles as decorations. 6. Use a “non-tip” style tree stand. 7. Make sure the tree is at least three feet from fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, heating vents and other sources of heat. Cooking When cooking make sure to wear short or tight fitting sleeves, loose fitting clothes can easily catch on fire. Never throw water or use an extinguisher on a grease fire. Water will only spread the fire and the force of the extinguisher can splash flaming grease out of the pan. Don't leave items unattended on the stove, and make sure your home is equipped with working smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and fire extinguishers that bear the UL Mark. If you have any further questions about fire safety please call the Pittsfield Fire Department at 413-448-9764.

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Experience the Magic The Berkshires’ year-round Christmas Shop Dept. 56 Villages, Byers’ Choice, Jim Shore, Mr. Christmas, Annalee, Jacqueline Kent, G. Debrekht, Demdaco and more. You are invited to come in, explore and experience the magic. Free gift wrapping, collector registries and Rewards cards. Mon. - Sat. 10 -5:30; Sun.10 -4

Monday, December 15 • 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Community Outreach Van - Free Health Insurance Enrollment & Health Screenings. Phone 413-445-9215 - Berkshire Community Action Council, 1531 East Street, Pittsfield • 9:30 a.m. - Caregiver Support Group - For those who provide care to a loved one. Sponsored by the Regional Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. At the Lee Regional VNA offices, 32 Park St., Lee. For more information phone 413-243-1212. • 10 a.m - “A Christmas Carol”. Phone: 413-2985576. - Berkshire Theatre Festival - The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street, Stockbridge • 10 to 11:30 - La Leche League of South County - Offering pregnant and nursing mothers breastfeeding support, including accredited leaders, mother-to-mother support, and a lending library, infants and toddlers welcomeSouth Berkshire Friends Meeting House, 280 State Rd., Route 23, Great Barrington. For information phone Kim at 413-528-2763, or Janet at 413-2292003. • 10 to 11:30 a.m. - Blood Pressure Screening. Learn more about controlling your blood pressure, warning signs of heart attack and stroke. Screenings conducted by registered nurses of the Berkshire VNA. Info: 413-447-2862 - Christian Center, 155 Linden St., Pittsfield • 11 a.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - St. John’s Episcopal Church, 59 Summer St., North Adams • 11 a.m. - Human Rights and the Papers of the Continental Congress. Call 413-236-3600 to register and for more details. - Regional Archives building, located at 10 Conte Drive in Pittsfield • 12-1 p.m. - Panic and Anxiety Program Overcoming fears, anxiety and agoraphobia; achieving control, positive self-image and constructive thinking; learn how to control panic attacks and anticipatory anxiety. For locations and more information phone Pain Relief Inc. at 732940-9658. • 1 p.m. - Author Jana Laiz will discuss her book “Weeping Under This Same Moon,” which tells the story of two teens from different cultures who

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come together. Free. Phone: 413-442-4360, ext. Public Library, 74 Church St., North Adams. 15. - Congregation Knesset Israel, 16 Colt Road, For information phone 413-662-3133 or visit Pittsfield naplibrary.com 4-6 p.m. - Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Advent Study - The Rev. Dr. of Northern Berkshire, flu vaccination clinic. Free; Max Stackhouse, retired professor of Christian donations accepted. Phone: 413-664-4536. - Route 8, North Adams. 4:45 to 7:45 p.m. - “Dinner with Santa” – Presented by MOCYN, Meeting Our Community Youth Needs & SOLDIERS ON. There will be face painting, music, gifts, and food. Free to All! Sponsored in part by: Kay Bee Toys. For more information call: Sabrina 413-446-8860, or George 413-464-4819 5:30 p.m. - Yoga with Michelle. Feel better through movement, breathing, and focus. A flowing, meditative style of yoga with a gentle approach. For info call Michelle 413-243-1428 or stop by the store - Berkshire Soul and Spirit Center, 69 Main St., Lee 6 p.m. - Monday Night Ballroom Dance Lessons - instructor is Cheryl Wendling - 413-443-6263 for information. - Itam Lodge #564, 93 Waubeek Rd., Pittsfield 6-9 p.m. - Drop-in life drawing open studio - Open to all levels and abilities. Providing ongoing access to a live model working in both short and �� long poses, this �� class is a service to practicing artists �� and a complement �� to other coursework. �� Bring your own �� materials. Call 413�� 298-5252 ext. 100, or �� visit www.is183.org �� for details. - IS183 Art School, Willard �� Hill Rd., Stockbridge �� 6:30 p.m. - Family �� Preschool Story �� and Craft Time �� - North Adams

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Ethics at Princeton Theological Seminary, will lead the study. The topic is “When Christ Comes: Political and Economic Implications.” On December 8 we will discuss “Piety, Polity, and Public Policy,” and on December 15 we will cover “Mammon, Stewardship, and the Corporations.” The event is free and open to all. For more information, call the church at 413-298-3137. - First Congregational Church, 4 Main Street, Stockbridge • 7 p.m. - Overeaters Anonymous - Unitarian Universalist Church, 175 Wendell Ave., Pittsﬁeld • 7-9 p.m. - W.I.T. (Whatever It Takes) Parent Support Group - Support group for parents with children who have with a substance addiction. Meetings at United Cerebral Palsy conference room, 208 West St., Pittsﬁeld. Contact Deborah Sadowy at 413-442-0935, or e-mail at debargie@aol.com. • 8 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www.alanonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Fire House, Route 23, South Egremont

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Tuesday, December 16 • 9:30 a.m. - Toddler Time - For one to two-anda-half years. - North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St., North Adams. For information phone 413-662-3133 or visit naplibrary.com • 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. - Blood Pressure Screenings by the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association 413-4472862 - Blandford School • 10 a.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www.alanonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Hevreh of South Berkshire, 270 State Rd. (Route 23), Great Barrington • 10 a.m. - Low Vision Support Group - Led by Rosemary Platt of Sandisﬁeld, meets at the Claire Teague Senior Center, Great Barrington. • 10-11 a.m. - Mothers of Newborns Support Group - Free support group for mothers with newborn to six-month-old babies, looking to connect with other parents of newborns. Facilitated by Barbara Blair, RN form NARH Maternity Department. Free to Northern Berkshire residents. Meets at Family Net Playspace in the Haskins Center, North Adams. For information phone 413-664-4821. • 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Blood Pressure Screening. Learn more about controlling your blood pressure, warning signs of heart attack and stroke. Screenings conducted by registered nurses of the Berkshire VNA. Info: 413-447-2862 - Christian Center, 155 Linden St, Pittsﬁeld • 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - CHP-Healthy Communities Access Project will host free health screenings, health education information and health insurance enrollment assistance. Please call Luci at 413528-9311 ext. 2147 for additional information or questions. - Monterey Town Hall, Monterey • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Community Outreach Van - Free Health Insurance Enrollment & Health Screenings. Phone 413-445-9215 - Fairview Outpatient Therapy, 10 Maple street, Great Barrington • 10:30 a.m. - Using Military Records at NARA. Call 413-236-3600 to register and for more details. - Regional Archives building, located at 10 Conte

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Drive in Pittsfield 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - Toddler Story Time is for children age 18 months to 3 years. Children & their caregivers sing songs, learn finger plays & listen to a story. Following the structured program, participants are invited to stay so that the children can play together & their caregivers can visit. Contact: Debby Cuthbert 637-0197 ext. 105 Lenox Library Association, 18 Main St., Lenox 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Blood pressure clinic. Sponsored by the Lee Regional Visiting Nurse Association. Phone: 413-243-1212. - Becket Town Hall, Becket 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Blood Pressure Screening. Learn more about controlling your blood pressure, warning signs of heart attack and stroke. Screenings conducted by registered nurses of the Berkshire VNA. Info: 413-447-2862 - Big Y, 200 West St., Pittsfield 1 to 2:30 p.m. - Blood Pressure Screenings by the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association 413-4472862 - Stop and Shop, 1 Dan Fox Drive, Pittsfield. No registration required. 3 to 4:30 p.m. - McInerney Parent Services “Parents as Teachers,” education and support group for parents of young children through age five, offered by McInerney Parent Services of Berkshire Children and Families, child care provided. Meetings are held at 48 Elizabeth St., Pittsfield. For

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more information phone Nancy Paquin at 413499-3556, Ext. 13. 5:15 p.m. - Pittsfield Green Drinks - an informal gathering, open to everyone with any environmental interest. If you are interested in any environmental issue, from the climate crisis to land preservation, or from wildlife habitat to recycling, please join the gathering. Green Drinks in Pittsfield is co- sponsored by the Center for Ecological Technology (CET) and the Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT). For more information about Pittsfield Green Drinks, contact Jamie Cahillane at CET (413-445-4556 ext. 14) or Jane Winn at BEAT (jane@thebeatnews.org or 413-230-7321) - Pittsfield Brew Works, 34 Depot Street 5:30 p.m. - Free Chamber Orchestra Performance at Berkshire Music School Under the direction of Norman Thibodeau, students will bid the fall semester adieu. The program includes Little Baroque Suite by Kirnberger, and Concerto in D Major by Vivaldi. Phone: 413-442-1411 - Berkshire Music School, Edgar B. Taft Recital Hall, 30 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield 5-7 p.m. - “An Invitation to Heal” - In order to support those who struggle with the holidays, Hospice Services of Western Massachusetts, is offering a group discussion. For information contact Rev. Dennis C. Castella or Beth Harlan, MSW, LICSW at 413-442-0045 or be email at dcas tella@hospiceofwesternma.com - Hospice Services of Western Mass. office at 66 West St. in Pittsfield 6 p.m. - Words Before Music - Free lecture by Lee resident Iris Bass, author of “What’s Your Opera IQ?”, who will discuss the literature, lore, & libretto of Jules Massenet’s “Thaï”s, to prepare listeners for the HD broadcast of this work from the Met. Reservations: 413-243-0385 - Lee Library, 100 Main Street, Lee 7 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www.alanonberkshire.org. Newcomers’ meeting is held at the same time and place. - First Baptist Church, 88 South St., Pittsfield 7 p.m. - ALATEEN meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - South Congregational Church, 110 December 16, 2008

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South St., Pittsfield 7 p.m. - Blue Christmas Service - offered to those who find the holiday season difficult. For more information please call St. John’s Church office at 413-664-9656 - St. John’s Episcopal Church, 59 Summer St., North Adams • 7-9 p.m. - Ballroom Dancing Lesson. Info: 413637-3188 - Flavours at the Econo Lodge, Rt. 7, Lenox • 8 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Congregational Church, Main St., Stockbridge (Next to the Town Hall) • 9 p.m. - Tom Corrigan performs. No cover charge applies. Call 413-298-5545 for information. - The Lion’s Den, Red Lion Inn, 30 Main St., Stockbridge •

Wednesday, December 17 • 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. - Blood Pressure Screenings by the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association 413-4472862 - Lee Regional VNA Oﬃces, 32 Park St., Lee • 10 a.m - Special scam-awareness program for seniors, featuring Chief William Walsh of the Great Barrington Police Department and District Attorney David Capeless giving advice on security, prevention and safety measures that will aid citizens in the ﬁght against scam artists. Free. Phone: 413-274-3738. - Mason Public Library, Main Street, Great Barrington. • 10 a.m. - Family Preschool Story and Craft Time North Adams Public Library, 74 Church St., North Adams. For information phone 413-662-3133 or visit naplibrary.com • 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - CHP-Healthy Communities Access Project will host free health screenings, health education information and health insurance enrollment assistance. Please call Luci at 413528-9311 ext. 2147 for additional information or questions. - New Marlborough Library, New Marlborough • 10:30 a.m. - Preschool Story Hour and Crafts - Lee Library, preschool story hour and craft program for ages 3-5, limited to 20 participants. 100 Main St., Lee. Info: 413-243-0385. • 10:30 a.m. - Story Hour and Craft Session for Preschoolers - Clarksburg Town Library, 711 West Rd., Clarksburg. For information phone: 413-664December 16, 2008

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6050. 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Blood Pressure Screenings by the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association 413447-2862 - Hinsdale Town Hall, 39 South St., Hinsdale. No registration is required. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Beading Basics - Learn the basics to creating your own necklaces and bracelets . We will cover stringing materials, ﬁndings, kinds of beads and design concepts. Classes will include handouts and you will complete a necklace to take home! Tuition includes all supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Info: 413-442-9300 - Bisque, Beads & Beyond, 370 Pecks Road, Pittsﬁeld 12:15 p.m. - MidWeek Music at Williams College Department of Music presents its weekly lunchtime recital series with student and faculty performers. Free and open to the public. All are invited to bring a lunch and listen to wonderful performances of classical, jazz and world music. Thompson Memorial Chapel - www.williams.edu. 12-1 p.m. - Blood Pressure Screenings by the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association 413-4472862 - Chester Town Hall 1 to 2:30 p.m. - Parkinson’s Support Group People with Parkinson’s Disease and their friends and families are welcome to attend this free monthly meeting in the family room on Unit 1, Fairview Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation

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Center, 151 Christian Hill Rd., Great Barrington. Facilitated by Sheila Martin, LCSW. For more information phone 413-528-7113. 1-3 p.m. - CHP-Healthy Communities Access Project will host free health screenings, health education information and health insurance enrollment assistance. Please call Luci at 413528-9311 ext. 2147 for additional information or questions. - Family Center, Gt. Barrington 1-4 p.m. - Blood Pressure Screenings by the Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association 413-4472862 - Stop and Shop, 660 Merrill Rd., Pittsfield. No registration is required for this event. 3 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol” - Voices Theater Company’s talented acting troupe brings Charles Dickens’“A Christmas Carol” story to life in this stage performance. Free and open to the public. Phone: 413-499-1992. - EPOCH at Melbourne, 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield 3 p.m. - Storytime - Grades K-4 - Bushnell Sage Library, 48 Main St., Sheffield 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. - S.H.A.P.E. Club Weight Loss Support Group - Lee Council on Aging

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Community Room. For information phone 413446-5925.l 5-7 p.m. - Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Hosts Holiday Chamber Nite - Attendees are invited to get in the spirit of the holiday season while enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar in the Mansion Ballroom. Phone: 413499-4000x26 - Cranwell Resort, Spa & Golf Club, 55 Lee Road, Lenox 5:30 p.m. - BINGO - Info: 413-443-7135 - ITAM Lodge #564, 22 Waubeek Road, Pittsfield. 5:30 to 7 p.m. - Damien Cancer Support Group - Cancer Supportive Services at Berkshire Medical Center provide a team approach to help patients and families improve their sense of wellness by educating the mind, nurturing hope, courage and strength. Various tools are available to assist you throughout this journey from the time of diagnosis, through treatment and beyond to aid in your healing and recovery. 6:30 p.m. - BINGO - Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #310 located at 515 Curran Highway in North Adams. 413-664-9043. 6:30 p.m. - BINGO - Info: 413-443-7135 - ITAM Lodge #564, 22 Waubeek Road, Pittsfield. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Panic and Anxiety Program - Overcoming fears, anxiety and agoraphobia; achieving control, positive self-image and constructive thinking; learn how to control panic attacks and anticipatory anxiety. For locations and more information phone Pain Relief Inc. at 732940-9658. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Support Network for Families of Western Massachusetts - The Support Network works to support the needs of families in Western Massachusetts who have a child age 19 or younger with behavioral or emotional challenges and meets in the Fun Room of the Pittsfield Family YMCA, North Street, Pittsfield. 6:45 p.m. - Hinsdale Lions Club Bingo Admission $1. Come early - Dinner is available at reasonable prices: hamburgers, hot dogs, cold sandwiches, hot dishes, desserts, cold and hot beverages. Monthly Door Prizes - Charity Game Tickets. Phone 413-655-2973 for details. Hinsdale Community Center Maple Street, Route 143, Hinsdale 7 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol”. Phone: 413-298December 16, 2008

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Pecks Road, Pittsfield 2-4 p.m. - Blood Pressure Screening. Learn more about controlling your blood pressure, warning signs of heart attack and stroke. Screenings conducted by registered nurses of the Berkshire VNA. Info: 413-447-2862 - Hillcrest Campus, 165 Tor Court, Pittsfield 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. - Book Club for Ten to 12 YearOlds - Stockbridge Library, Main St., Stockbridge. For information phone 413-298-5501. 4-5 p.m. - Hope Support Group - A support group for men and women living with advanced or recurrant cancer, group meets at the Health Information Center, Main Lobby, Berkshire Medical Center, North St., Pittsfield. To register, or for more information phone Kathy Hart at 413395-7965 or Karen McNultyat 413- 447-2655. 5:30 to 8 p.m. - Adult Painting Class - Swirl Painting/ Marbelizing Class : Learn to create a fabulous pottery pieces just in time for the holiday season. We will teach you a fun and easy way to create a perfect marbelizing effect every time! Chose from platters, mugs, ornaments, wine accessories and more. Info: 413-442-9300. - Bisque, Beads & Beyond, 370 Pecks Road, Pittsfield 6 p.m. - Thursday Night Country Line Dancing - instructor is Cheryl Wendling - 413-443-6263 for information. - Itam Lodge #564, 93 Waubeek Rd., Pittsfield 6-8 p.m. - Fused Glass Pendant Class - Create two incredible fused glass pendants and learn two great fusing techniques. We will cover the art of fusing glass, cutting glass, safety and clean up and design concepts. Classes will include handouts and you will complete the two pendants as the glass projects. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Phone: 413-442-9300. - Bisque, Beads & Beyond, 370 Pecks Road, Pittsfield 6:30 p.m. - National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Group - Support groups for families and friends of the mentally ill meet at Fairview Hospital conference room, Great Barrington. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Voices of the Mountains Toastmasters - Free, 413-241-7314, Voices of the Mountains, the Toastmasters chapter in Williamstown, covers all of the Northern Berkshires, meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. - Sweetwood on route 7 (about 3.2 December 16, 2008

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miles south of Main Street) in Williamstown 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Soul & Spirit Book Club - Metaphysical book club, moderated by Bettina Zumdick. Free. Phone: 413-243-2834 - Berkshire Soul and Spirit Center, 69 Main St., Lee 6:30-9:30 p.m. - Reiki Share - Open to all Reiki Practitioners with Annie Rogers, Reiki Master. Info: 413-243-2834, www.soulandspiritcenter.com - Berkshire Soul and Spirit Center, 69 Main St., Lee 7 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol”. Phone: 413-2985576. - Berkshire Theatre Festival - The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street, Stockbridge 7 p.m. - “This Wonderful Life,” starring Tom Beckett. Info: 413-236-8888 or barringtonstageco. org. - Barrington Stage Company, Stage 2, 36 Linden St., Pittsfield 7 p.m. - “Voices Will Be Heard” a free vocal concert. Selections include everything from Chaplin and Sondheim, to Schumann and Bach. Students will be accompanied by Harriet Rothstein and Jean Stackhouse. Phone: 413-442-1411 Berkshire Music School, Edgar B. Taft Recital Hall, 30 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield 7 p.m. - Lee Land Trust Meeting. Open to the public, new members are always welcome. - Lee Town Hall 7:30 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www.alanonberkshire.org. Special “Newcomers” meeting on the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.) United Methodist Church, Water and Main Streets, Williamstown. 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Debtor’s Anonymous - A program for compulsive debtors and underearners, meets at Unitarian Universalist Church, corner of Wendell Avenue and Broad streets, Pittsfield, second floor. 8 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Christ Church, Route 7 and Maple Ave., Sheffield 8:30 p.m. - Rev Tor...Solo Act - Every Thursday Night at Flavours, meet one of the most talented guitarist and song writers, up close and personal in an intimate performance setting...Must Be 2 ...No Cover Charge - Flavours at the Econo Lodge, Rt. 7, Lenox

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9 p.m. - D.J. B.F.G. performs. Phone 413-528-5959. - Bogies Steak & Ale 935 South Main St., Great Barrington 9 p.m. - Quarter Life Crisis performs. No cover charge applies. Phone 413-684-0900 for details. - Mill Town Tavern, 16 Depot St., Dalton

Friday, December 19 • 10 and 11 a.m. - Aquarium Adventures - Toddlers enjoy playtime and a story, then meet a different animal each week. Sponsered by Target. Free with Museum admission. - Berkshire Museum, 39 South St., Pittsfield • 10:30 a.m. - Storytime in the Galleries - Williams College Museum of Art, storytime in the galleries, with reading of contemporary and classic children’s books selected especially to connect to artwork on view, for preschoolers with guardians. Main Street, Williamstown. Info: wcma.org. • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Adult Glass Fusing Class Learn the basics of creating wonderful glass gifts by kiln fusing glass. We will cover the art of fusing glass, cutting glass, safety and clean up and design concepts. Classes will include handouts and you will complete a glass project. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Info: 413-4429300 - Bisque, Beads & Beyond, 370 Pecks Road, Pittsfield • 3 p.m. - Phyllis Prysby presents “Rainbows and Holidays,” a photography slide show. This events is free and open to the public. To request a reservation or for more information, please call 413-499-1992. - EPOCH at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, in Pittsfield. • 4:30 p.m. - BINGO - with food, Speedball, Horserace and Bingo Nut 2 Tickets. Weekly progressive game prize of $1,199, plus weekly door prize. - St. Mary’s School, 115 Orchard St., Lee • 7 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol”. Phone: 413-2985576. - Berkshire Theatre Festival - The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street, Stockbridge • 7 p.m. - Berkshire County Homebrewers Association Monthly Meeting. We meet the 3rd Friday of each month. All interested people are welcome. Phone 413-358-3866 for details. - Elks Lodge, 27 Union Street, Pittsfield • 7-8 p.m. - LifeRing - Network of people who

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support one another in living free of alcohol and other non-medically indicated addictive drugs. There is no religious or anti-religious content in the meeting process, and LifeRing does not require participants to follow any particular steps or guidelines, other than staying clean and sober. Participation is free. All are welcome. Meets at First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown. 7-9 p.m. - The Kathryn Anderson Trio. Jazz vocalist Kathryn Anderson and her trio present classic song standards with sparkling retro syle. Info: 413-637-2700 - Firefly Restaurant and Bar, 71 Church St., Lenox 7:30 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Zion Lutheran Church, 74 First St., Pittsfield 7:30 p.m. - The Red (and Green) Room, the Main Street Stage’s holiday production, will be broken into two acts: a variety show and an original one act adaptation of A Christmas Carol titled “A Critic’s Carol”. Phone: 413-664-7745 - 57 Main St., North Adams 8 p.m. - “This Wonderful Life,” starring Tom Beckett. Info: 413-236-8888 or barringtonstageco. org. - Barrington Stage Company, Stage 2, 36 Linden St., Pittsfield

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8 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Clair Teague Senior Center, Route 7 South, Great Barrington 8 p.m. - Recovery International - A self-help, aftercare method for persons suﬀering from nervous problems and fears, non-sectarian, meets in the Autumn Room at St. Mark’s Church, West Street, Pittsﬁeld; use the Albro Street entrance. 8 p.m. - Tor - Solo Show. - Mission Bar & Tapas,

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Bad weather cancels. Call 413-684-0148 for conditions. - Notchview, Windsor 9 a.m. - Christmas Cookie Sale. - Church of the Good Shepherds, Rt. 102, South Lee 9 a.m. - Nordic Race Series - Informal race series for fun and ﬁtness sponsored by the Berkshire Trail Nordic Ski Club open to all. Expect a mix of classical and freestyle races at both 5 Km and 10 Km distances. Dec 20th race is a criterion format. Other dates to be announced. Bad weather cancels. Call 413-684-0148 for conditions. - Notchview, Route 9, Windsor 9-10 a.m. - Santa’s Celebration, featuring visit from Santa, coloring, music and more. Donations welcome; reservation required. Phone: 413-6840260. - Community Recreation Association, 400 Main St., Dalton. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Saturday Indoor Market Dewey Memorial Hall on the green in Sheﬃeld 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Hike With Santa - Kids

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Center, Castle Street, Great Barrington. 12:30 p.m. - Chow Time in the Aquarium - Watch aquarium staff feed fish, reptiles and amphibians! - Berkshire Museum, 39 South St., Pittsfield 2 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol”. Phone: 413-2985576. - Berkshire Theatre Festival - The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street, Stockbridge 3 p.m. - Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous - Meetings for women only. - A confidential recovery program for those suffering from a compulsive need for sex, extreme dependency on one person (or many), and/or a chronic preoccupation with romance, intrigue or fantasy. Meeting at St. George Episcopal Church, Franklin St., Lee. For other meetings in Berkshire and Franklin counties, call 1-800-749-6879 or visit www.webspawner.com/users/slaane. 4 and 8 p.m. - “This Wonderful Life,” starring Tom Beckett. Info: 413-236-8888 or barringtonstageco. org. - Barrington Stage Company, Stage 2, 36

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North Adams • 9 p.m. - Bootleg performs. Phone: 413-637-3188 - Flavours at the Econo Lodge, Rt. 7, Lenox • 9 p.m. - Karaoke night. Call 413-298-3530 for details. - Michael’s of Stockbridge, 5 Elm Street – Stockbridge • 10 p.m. - Static performs. Phone: 413-684-1730. - The Dalton Depot, 450 Housatonic St., Dalton Sunday, December 21 • 8 a.m. - Early Season Rail Jam - Competition will take place on the Twisted Terrain Park. Open Class is competing for a cash purse. 12 & Under for prizes. To compete you need to bring the following: Entry Form & Release of Liability signed by a parent if under 18 to the registration table in the Lower Lodge. You also need to have in your possession a Ski Butternut Terrain Park Pass, valid Lift Ticket or Season Pass. All entry fees must be paid in cash. Phone: 413-528-2000 - Ski Butternut

Ski Area & Ski Shop, 380 State Road, Route 23, Great Barrington • 9 a.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www.alanonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Fire House, Route 23, Monterey • 9 a.m. - Christian Education for all ages - 9 a.m. Service of Worship - 10:15 a.m. Children’s Church (nursery - age 9). Call 413-464-1287 for information. Rev. Roberta Heath, Pastor. Berkshire Community Church, Congregational, 45 Cemetery Rd., Richmond • 10 a.m - Berkshire Knapsackers - Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary. Snowshoe or hike depending upon conditions. A climb to the ﬁre tower is optional, depending on conditions and interest. Leader: Carl Filios. Phone: 413-442-8984. -

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Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Lenox 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Healing And Forgiveness - Dark Night Of The Soul With Sotu, channeled by Josh Schwartzbach - Phone 413-243-2834 for details. - Berkshire Soul and Spirit Center, 69 Main St., Lee 12-5 p.m. - Psychic/Trinity and Tarot Readings with Shanon - Phone 413-243-2834 for details. Berkshire Soul and Spirit Center, 69 Main St., Lee 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. - Star Sitters - Get your hands wet in the touch tank! A Berkshire Museum educator will answer questions about New England tidal pool animals such as sea urchins, sea stars, and horseshoe crabs. - Berkshire Museum, 39 South St., Pittsﬁeld 1-4 p.m. - Art in Action - Sunday afternoon drop-in art workshops focus on family fun and hands-on adventure! Each month will feature new

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information. - Itam Lodge #564, 93 Waubeek Rd., Pittsfield 5 p.m. - Overeaters Anonymous - Trinity Church Annex, Walker Street, Lenox 5 p.m. - Pianist John Bedard will perform. This events is free and open to the public. To request a reservation or for more information, please call 413-499-1992. - EPOCH at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, in Pittsfield. 7 p.m. - “A Christmas Carol”. Phone: 413-2985576. - Berkshire Theatre Festival - The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street, Stockbridge 7 p.m. - Sunday Night Dance - County Line performs - cover charge applies. Call 413-4437135 for info - ITAM Lodge #564 on Pontoosuc Lake, 22 Waubeek Road, Pittsfield 7-9 p.m. - Berkshire Writers Room’s Scriptwriting Group - Meetings will be on the third Sunday of every month. All skill levels are welcome, because the goal is to help members harness that great idea and bring it into the appropriate format. In that vein, our workshop is open for any kind of scriptwriting - Screenplays, Staged Plays, Radio Plays, and plays for Television. Bring your ideas

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or works in progress, whether they are 10 minutes long or full-length productions. We hope to see you there! For directions to BCC or any info contact Jeﬀ Brace at 413-464-7125 or email me at rocketeerj@live.com - Koussevitzky Arts Center, Berkshire Community College, 1350 West St., Pittsﬁeld • 7:30 p.m. - ALANON meeting. 24-hour Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - Congregational Church, Route 41, Richmond Monday, December 22

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Information Line 413-445-5852. Web site www. al-anonberkshire.org. Newcomers are welcome at all meetings. - St. John’s Episcopal Church, 59 Summer St., North Adams 12 p.m. - Free Holiday Dinner - Berkshire Food Projects Holiday Dinner. All welcome. For information, phone 413-664-7378. - First Congregational Church, North Adams 12-1 p.m. - Panic and Anxiety Program Overcoming fears, anxiety and agoraphobia; achieving control, positive self-image and constructive thinking; learn how to control panic attacks and anticipatory anxiety. For locations and more information phone Pain Relief Inc. at 732940-9658. 12-1 p.m. - Women Facing Cancer/Breast Cancer Support Group - Bring lunch, beverages provided. Meeting takes place at the Health Information Center, Main Lobby, Berkshire Medical Center, North St., Pittsﬁeld. For information or to register, phone Kathy Hart at 413-395-7965 6 p.m. - Monday Night Ballroom Dance Lessons - instructor is Cheryl Wendling - 413-443-6263 for information. - Itam Lodge #564, 93 Waubeek Rd., Pittsﬁeld 6-9 p.m. - Drop-in life drawing open studio Open to all levels and abilities. Providing ongoing

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