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SUMMARY:Backyard Chickens!
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead Farm Manager Kristen Laney will lead a workshop about the process of raising and caring for chickens in a home/backyard environment.  Contact farmer[at]berkshirehistory.org for more information.  FREE.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/backyard-chickens/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150919T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150919T160000
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SUMMARY:Tag Sale and Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come to Arrowhead to buy or sell.  Free admission to the grounds.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/tag-sale-and-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150915T193000
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SUMMARY:Author talk: Bernie Drew\, "Literary Luminaries of the Berkshires"
DESCRIPTION:Local historian and author Bernard Drew will talk about his latest book\, “Literary Luminaries of the Berkshires: From Herman Melville to Patricia Highsmith.”  In the big red barn.  FREE.   Drew  is a longtime weekly newspaper reporter and editor. He is a columnist for the Berkshire Eagle and the Lakeville Journal. His more than fifty published books include scholarly references and Berkshire County histories. He is an avid reader and collector of anecdotes about local authors.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/author-talk-bernie-drew-literary-luminaries-of-the-berkshires/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150912T210000
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CREATED:20150720T184751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150901T135719Z
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SUMMARY:Polynesian Luau
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!  Celebrate Herman Melville’s South Sea adventures without leaving Berkshire County. \nA major fundraiser for Berkshire Historical Society at Melville’s Arrowhead.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/polynesian-luau/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150829T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150829T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150728T165529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165529Z
UID:1340-1440874800-1440882000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-9/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150828T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150728T165426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165426Z
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SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-8/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150728T165315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165315Z
UID:1338-1440702000-1440709200@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-7/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165157Z
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SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-6/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150821T190000
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CREATED:20150728T165044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165044Z
UID:1336-1440183600-1440190800@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-5/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150728T164924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165659Z
UID:1335-1440097200-1440104400@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-4/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150815T210000
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CREATED:20150728T164653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T165634Z
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SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-3/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes\, Pittsfield\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150814T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150723T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T164052Z
UID:1321-1439578800-1439586000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Play Performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield-2/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150813T210000
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CREATED:20150723T192841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T164450Z
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SUMMARY:Play performance: I Am Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire History Theatre moves into Arrowhead’s big red barn for their new play\, “I Am Pittsfield.”  Written and directed by Sally Filkins.  For information or to make reservations\, call Sally at 413/442.1928 or e-mail sfilkins1 [at] nycap.rr.com.  Students and members of the Berkshire Historical Society\, $15; adults $25.   Performances are at 7:00 pm\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays\, August 13 – August 29.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/play-performance-i-am-pittsfield/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150803T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150803T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150526T140445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150526T183043Z
UID:1202-1438617600-1438623000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Claire Illouz lecture
DESCRIPTION:Artist Claire Illouz will discuss her fabulous artwork based on chapter 42\, “The Whiteness of the Whale” from Moby-Dick\, published in a limited edition folio. A great way to finish your Melville weekend!  FREE.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/claire-illouz-lecture/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150801T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150512T162748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150729T193435Z
UID:1179-1438421400-1438448400@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Old Salt's Day
DESCRIPTION:Old Salt’s Day. Celebrate Herman Melville’s 196th birthday.  Free admission to any sailor who has served in the Navy\, Coast Guard\, or Merchant Marine.  Free cake!
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/old-salts-day/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150504T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150504T192758Z
UID:1152-1437156000-1437166800@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Firefly Festival
DESCRIPTION:A family event with crafts for kids. Come help celebrate the annual meeting and mating in the North Field.  Vendors of all sorts in attendance\, too. Event is weather permitting; rain-date Saturday July 18.  Admission: $5.00 for members of the Farm’s CSA\, Berkshire Historical Society\, Melville Society\, or any other organized group in the Berkshires.  $10 for the general public without affiliations; children under 12: free.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/firefly-festival/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150712T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150410T184308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150410T184308Z
UID:1125-1436695200-1436713200@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Grand Opening of the Children's Garden
DESCRIPTION:With ice cream social\, kids games\, and music. Admission to the grounds is free.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/grand-opening-of-the-childrens-garden/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150709T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150703T182109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150703T182109Z
UID:1290-1436457600-1436464800@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Running of the Goats
DESCRIPTION:Flossie\, Gertie\, Peanut and their five kids work hard all day clearing the fields at Melville’s Arrowhead Farm.  In the evening they are glad to return to their barn\, in an event we’ve dubbed “The Running of the Goats.” On Thursday there will be a free open house at the farm at 780 Holmes Road. Meet farmer Kristen Laney\, her goats and chickens\, and see the CSA vegetable farm. Dan Dickinson\, who wrote the music and produced the video\, available on our Facebook page\, will be making a special appearance. And maybe the goats will run again! \nFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Herman-Melvilles-Arrowhead/123989551008957?ref=hl
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/running-of-the-goats/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150707T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150707T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150526T182425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150526T182425Z
UID:1216-1436290200-1436293800@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Lecture - The Wreck of the Whale Ship Essex
DESCRIPTION:Carlo DeVito\, editor and publisher of The Complete Illustrated Edition of the Wreck of the Whale Ship Essex will speak about the book -its inclusion of works by Herman Melville\, Richard Henry Dana\, Thomas Nickerson\, with artwork by Rockwell Kent\, Gustave Dore\, and many others.   FREE; donations welcome.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/lecture-the-wreck-of-the-whale-ship-essex/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150526T181133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150526T181243Z
UID:1207-1435402800-1435417200@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Design a Garden
DESCRIPTION:Come to Melville’s Farm at Arrowhead on June 27 to learn how to create a build a garden for your own home – while helping create the new Children’s Garden at Arrowhead.  Participants are encouraged to b ring pads\, pencils\, and hand tools.  Led by Farm Manager Kristen Laney\, this is part of special farm oriented events this season\, the Year of the Farm. \nFREE for  Arrowhead CSA Members;  $10 Other CSA Members;  $15 Non-Members.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/design-a-garden/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150619T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150611T140551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150611T140721Z
UID:1240-1434738600-1434744000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Public Reading from new poetry chapbook\, "RED BARN Volume One"
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the publication of a new poetry chapbook\, created by eight members of a poetry workshop held over the past year\, right here at Herman Melville’s Arrowhead. The public reading will be in the historic red barn at Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield MA. There will be refreshments\, and information on applying for next year’s workshop.  Volume One will be available for sale\, $8.25.  Please note: house tours will not be available during this event.  The museum shop will be open.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/public-reading-from-new-poetry-chapbook-red-barn-volume-one/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150610T202152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150610T202305Z
UID:1233-1434193200-1434207600@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Lizzie's 195th birthday party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Elizabeth Knapp Shaw Melville’s 195th birthday! If your name is Elizabeth or your birthday is June 13\, you get a free tour of Arrowhead! Join the party at 780 Holmes Road this Saturday from 11 – 3 pm. There will be cake. Lizzie Shaw moved to Arrowhead with her husband Herman in 1850.  Photo of Mrs. Melville courtesy Berkshire Athenaeum.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/lizzies-195th-birthday-party/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150531T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150504T124730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150504T124730Z
UID:1149-1433098800-1433106000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Free Concert:  Fanfare Brass Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:The Fanfare Brass is performing on Sunday 7:00 pm on 5/31/15 at Herman Melville’s Arrowhead – 780 Holmes Rd\, Pittsfield MA. The 10 man group includes 4 trumpets\, French horn\, 4 trombones and tuba and is made up of the professional musicians\, the best in the area and is a real crowd pleaser with a mix of different styles of music.  Following is a sample summer music program. Please visit our web site to hear samples of our excellent music\, you will find we have one of the best groups in New England. See website for more information.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/free-concert-fanfare-brass-ensemble/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes\, Pittsfield\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150504T190344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150504T190344Z
UID:1151-1432747800-1432753200@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Fireflies!
DESCRIPTION:The north field is the home of thousands of fireflies.  A talk on fireflies with farmer Kristen Laney and naturalist Hannah Sherman will cast a light on these interesting insects. Donations appreciated.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/fireflies/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150523T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150522T170922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150522T170922Z
UID:1198-1432396800-1432402200@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:CSA Farming 101 Class
DESCRIPTION:The farm at Arrowhead\, now in its second year\, is officially a replica in style of the agricultural work Melville had in motion during the thirteen years he and his family lived in Pittsfield. Crops will become available as the season progresses\, many of them the same varietals Melville planted for his family’s use. This free CSA.101 event is for anyone interested in what a CSA (Community Supported Agricultural project) is and how it works. Led by Farm Manager Kristen Laney it is the first of ten special farm oriented events this season\, the Year of the Farm. \nSaturday\, May 23 | 4pm | Arrowhead | 780 Holmes Road | 413-442-1793 | FREE Arrowhead CSA Members; $10 Other CSA Members; $15 Non-Members
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/csa-farming-101-class/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes\, Pittsfield\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150523T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150120T185550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150512T161234Z
UID:627-1432373400-1432400400@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Opening Day of the Summer Season
DESCRIPTION:Arrowhead will open for tours!  A Touch of Melville Gold – En Plein Air painting event to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Berkshire County Historical Society purchasing Arrowhead.  The painting event is all day long with artists including Robert Selkowitz\, Julie McCarthy\, Keith Emerling\, Karen Arp Sandel\, and Diane Firtell.  FREE to participate\, and FREE to watch.  House tours will be the usual $13/adult; free to Society members.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/opening-weekend/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:BH Society News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150120T185429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150424T184159Z
UID:625-1430935200-1430946000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting  of the Berkshire Historical Society will be held on May 6\, 2015 at the Pittsfield Country Club.  Enjoy a fabulous buffet dinner\, learn what’s going on and hear Farmer Kristen  Laney talk about growth and success at the Arrowhead Farm.  Cost $30 per person – make your reservations early!
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Country Club of Pittsfield\, 639 South St.\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:BH Society News
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150430T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150402T184749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150402T185003Z
UID:1110-1430400600-1430406000@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Come Volunteer at Arrowhead!
DESCRIPTION:For all past and future volunteers\, there is a reception on April 30 at 1:30. Learn about all the volunteer opportunities at the Historical Society and Arrowhead. Bring a friend!  Call 413/442-1793 x10.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/come-volunteer-at-arrowhead/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:BH Society News,Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150407
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150330T180716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T180716Z
UID:1107-1428278400-1428364799@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: Close to the Skin: A Revealing Look at Lingerie
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit open 11am to 3pm\, Friday through Monday from February 13 through May 4. \nFrom the collections of the Berkshire Historical Society come 200 years of Berkshire Lingerie. See “what your GrandMama wore” when she was courted by your GrandDad; learn the truth about the undergarments of the generations that created the community we live in\, the difficulties\, the beauties and the grandeur of clothing not meant to be seen by anyone else. \nAt Arrowhead.   $12 admission. \nGuest Curator: Ned Lazaro\, Associate Curator for Textiles\, Historic Deerfield\, Inc.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/exhibit-close-to-the-skin-a-revealing-look-at-lingerie/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150406
DTSTAMP:20260607T142627
CREATED:20150330T182309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T182514Z
UID:1108-1428192000-1428278399@berkshirehistory.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: Close to the Skin: A Revealing Look at Lingerie - closed today
DESCRIPTION:Sorry – Arrowhead is closed Sunday\, April 5.
URL:https://berkshirehistory.org/event/exhibit-close-to-the-skin-a-revealing-look-at-lingerie-closed-today/
LOCATION:Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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