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Caffè Lena • The Forgettable Four, a barbershop quartet formed by four prominent members of renowned Capital Region vocal ensemble the Electric City Chorus • 2 pm • info and tickets ($15/$12 or $7.50 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
Caffè Lena • Rock n’ Roll Holiday Show with Empty Pockets, a vibrant and energetic rock and roll band from Chicago • 7 pm • info and tickets ($18/$16 or $9 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
The Community Choral Society presents their annual Christmas and Holiday Concert featuring many of the well-known Christmas and holiday favorite musical selections and more • 3 pm • at Jacob’s Well Fellowship Center, located on Main Street, near Glens Falls National Bank in Cambridge, NY • no charge, but a freewill offering will be taken
Hubbard Hall • The McKrells’ Christmas Show. Kevin McKrell returns with his band to Hubbard Hall for a charming Christmas Show; a blend of storytelling and music that is amusing, sentimental, and full of Holiday Cheer! Featuring his popular Celtic and bluegrass song-style • 4 pm • info and tickets (general admission $25; student $15) at 518-677-2495 or ww.hubbardhall.org
Mahaiwe • Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show featuring Preservation Hall Legacy Horns • 7 pm • $30 – $67 • www.mahaiwe.org
Paramount • The Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops featuring festive music from around the world, a carol singalong, and a special appearance by the Bronze Ambassadors, a nationally-recognized student bell choir from Newport • 3 pm • info and tickets ($26/$16 or $10 for students) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
Williams • Christmas Service of Lessons & Carols (day 2 of 2) • 4 pm • Thompson Chapel • music.williams.edu
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 2 pm
Ghent Playhouse • “The Little Mermaid” (runs Nov. 24-Dec. 10) • 2 pm
Home Made Theater • “A Christmas Carol” (runs Dec. 8-10 & 15-17) • 1 pm
FILM
Images • “The Florida Project”: Six-year-old Moonee and her rebellious mother Halley live week to week at “The Magic Castle,” a budget motel (runs Dec.8-14) • today’s times,3 & 5:30 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Northshire (Saratoga store) • Booksigning and Italian Cookie Tasting with Rocco and Linda Maniscalo, authors of “Italian Christmas Eve: The Feast of Seven Fishes” • 1-3 pm • www.northshire.com
Berkshire Scenic Railway’s (BSRM) Hoosac Valley Service presents the Tinseliner, a 1950’s American Christmas Experience (Saturdays and Sundays only, through December 17). For the first time in 50 years, trains depart from the reconstructed tracks in Adams, MA. Each trip lasts approximately one and a half hours and features a visit from Father Christmas who offers a gift to every child on board • today’s departures 1, 3, and 5 pm • Tickets are $20 for adults and $16 for kids under 12. Children under 2 ride free • Online ticket sales are available now at www.hoosacvalleytrainride.com/tickets.
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club • All welcome to Sunday breakfast (second Sunday of the month). Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat), pancakes (regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon), french toast, home fries and beverages • 8-11 am • route 32 south of the village of Victory (look for the sign) • $8 for adult; $4 child • 518-695-3917
Williamstown Holiday Open House featuring entertainment by traditional music group, Singing School, and light holiday refreshments. The festivities are followed by a tree lighting at the Store at Five Corners • 3:30 pm • at the Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown (next to the Store at Five Corners) • free • more info from Sarah at info@williamstownhistoricalmuseum.org or 413.458.2160
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Images • “The Florida Project”: Six-year-old Moonee and her rebellious mother Halley live week to week at “The Magic Castle,” a budget motel (runs Dec.8-14) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
Paramount • “Elf” (2003) — Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father • 7 pm • FREE • www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
MISC.
Salem Ecumenical Blue Christmas Service for Hope and Healing • During a season when all is supposedly merry and bright, many are instead feeling blue, anxious, or depressed. Whether mourning a loss, worried about finances, facing health issues, or just plain stressed, Christmas joy seems elusive. “There is a Light in the darkness: we will gather together for a time of quiet reflection, prayer, and music; gifts of the season, wrapped in the healing love of the One who came down to be hope for the world.” • 7 pm • Hebron United Presbyterian Church,
3153 County Route 30 Salem, NY (West Hebron) • Questions? Contact Pastor Laura L. Mitchell: 518-854-3729
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Williams • MIDWEEK MUSIC (Tuesday) • 12:15 pm (bring lunch) • Chapin Hall • music.williams.edu
Williams • Jazz Guitar Studio Recital (Students of Robert Phelps) — concert of jazz and blues including classic tunes and original improvisation • 7 pm • Brooks-Rogers • free • music.williams.edu
FILM
Images • “The Florida Project”: Six-year-old Moonee and her rebellious mother Halley live week to week at “The Magic Castle,” a budget motel (runs Dec.8-14) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Moreau Lake State Park • Lake Ann Hike — A Park educator leads this hike through part of the woods over at Lake Bonita to Lake Ann. Please bring snack and water • 10 am • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-051
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Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 7 pm
(Special Community and Sensory-Friendly Performance. See theater box.)
FILM
Images • “The Florida Project”: Six-year-old Moonee and her rebellious mother Halley live week to week at “The Magic Castle,” a budget motel managed by Bobby, whose stern exterior hides a deep reservoir of kindness and compassion (runs Dec.8-14) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
Manchester Community Library • The Greatest Generation Film Series presents a classic holiday film “It’s a Wondeful Life” (1946) starring James Stewart and Donna Reed • 2 pm • at the library, 138 Cemetery Ave./ Corner of Rte. 7A, Manchester Center, VT • info at 802-362-2607
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Caffè Lena • Adam Ezra Group — “reminiscent of Springsteen for their muscle and passion, U2 for their do-right attitude, and Dave Matthews for their well-earned reputation for energetic live-shows” • 7 pm • info and tickets ($18/$16 or $9 for children/students) at www.caffelena.o
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 7 pm
FILM
Images • “The Florida Project”: Six-year-old Moonee and her rebellious mother Halley live week to week at “The Magic Castle,” a budget motel managed by Bobby, whose stern exterior hides a deep reservoir of kindness and compassion (runs Dec.8-14) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
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Caffè Lena • The Kennedys — still bursting with positive energy, big ideas, and new songs after more than two decades on the road • 8 pm • info and tickets ($16/$14 or $8 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
Northern Berkshire Chorale presents a concert of choral music under the direction of Noah Palmer. The concert features Mozart’s exciting and joyful Vespers setting, “Vesperae Solennes de Confessore.” One of Mozart’s most prized compositions, it has a little bit of everything — rhythmical celebration choruses, stately church fugues, and a fluid and mesmerizing solo for soprano • 8 pm • Chapin Hall, Williams College • suggested donations for the concert are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors and students, and children admitted free • more info at www.nbchorale.org
Paramount • Scotty McCreery, one of country music’s hottest new stars • 8 pm • info and tickets ($45 – $65) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
COMEDY
The Barn at Egremont Village Inn presents Stand Up Comedy Night with headliner Sean Conroy • 8 pm • 17 Main St., South Egremont, MA • more info and tickets ($20) at www.theegremontbarn.com
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 7 pm
Home Made Theater • “A Christmas Carol” (runs Dec. 8-10 & 15-17) • 7:30 pm
FILM
Images • “Wonderstruck”: Ben and Rose are children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Northshire (Manchester store) • KIDS! Annual Polar Express Party with a Visit from Santa! All Aboard! The Children’s Department invites all little ones to wear their jammies and come to a cozy evening with a reading of “The Polar Express.” Hot cocoa and a treat are provided to all Polar Express passengers. Following the reading, Santa Claus himself is flying in for a visit. He remains to chat with each and every child and for picture opportunities • 6:30 pm • www.northshire.com
Children’s Museum
• Holiday Fun Bash Kids Night Out: Drop the kids off at The Children’s Museum for a fun-filled evening so you can go downtown for a date-night, get some last minute holiday shopping done, or just relax! The date is December 15th, 6 pm-9 pm. Pre-pregistration required at 518-584-5540
Cambridge Christmas Parade and Ugly Sweater Contest, participate in the parade of community members with floats like boats, ice shanties and more. Take part in the ugly sweater competition for families, individuals and pets.
Parade kicks off at 7pm, and goes from East Main Street to The Cambridge/Argyle Brewing on Broad Street. www.cambridgenychamber.com
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The Barn at Egremont Village Inn presents Elizabeth and the Catapult (new album release), with singer/songwriter Elizabeth Ziman • 8 pm • 17 Main St., South Egremont, MA • more info and tickets ($15) at www.theegremontbarn.com
(3rd annual) Bluebillies Old-Time Christmas Revue! • a family friendly holiday event featuring traditional country, bluegrass and old-time Christmas music, refreshments, and loads of fun! With The Atkinson Family Bluegrass Band, The Blue Jays, Heather Richards, and your host band, The Bluebillies (featuring John and Orion Kribs, Frank Orsini, and Mark and Melody Guarino) • 7 pm • at the newly renovated Strand Theater, 210 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY • Tickets available at the door for $12 ($10 seniors) • more info from www.thebluebillies.com
Caffè Lena • Bright Series: Boy Named Banjo with Richie & Rosie • 8 pm • info and tickets ($18/$16 or $9 for children/students) at www.caffelena.org
“Christmas is Here,” a holiday concert by Ron Ramsay and Samantha Talora, joined by well-known musical collaborators, Eileen Markland on violin and Michael Gillespie on woodwinds • 7:30 pm • American Legion, 41 Wendell Ave., Pittsfield, MA • $20 (or $10 for veterans and active military members) • Reservations can be made by calling 413-212-4459 or e-mailing info@samandron.com • more info at www.samandron.com
Helsinki Hudson • An all-star group of regional rock ‘n’ roll talent pays tribute to the legendary English jam-rock band, Traffic. Led by Steve Winwood and Dave Mason, the band is best known for its early 1970s albums “John Barleycorn Must Die” and “The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys” and the Dave Mason-penned rock standard, “Feelin’ Alright” • 9 pm (doors 6 pm) • info and tickets ($25) at helsinkihudson.com
Petersburgh Veteran Memorial Community Center • Duo Eamon — fiddler Cassandra Cleghorn and guitarist Jeffrey Eamon Levine, performing the compelling and rhythmic tunes of Ireland, Quebec, and New England • 7 pm • 71 Main Street (Route 2), Petersburgh, NY • $5
DANCE
Clark • presents The Bolshoi Ballet in HD: “The Nutcracker” at 1 pm in the auditorium. Followed by a Nutcracker Sweets Tea featuring gourmet tea and elegant desserts at 3:30 pm in the Michael Conforti Pavilion. tickets ($20/$18, or $12 for children) atclarkart.edu or call 413 458 0524.
Lenox Contra Dance • annual get-together, Special Holiday Dance and Potluck. Bring/share delicious food. followed by dancing to the Lively tunes of The Russet Trio, fiddlers Aldo Lavaggi and Eric Buddington, and Stuart Kenney playing a heartfelt bass. Come alone or with someone. Beginners and old friends warmly welcomed • 5-11 pm (Starts with Challenging Contras at 5 pm; Pot Luck at 7; Regular Dance 8-11) • Lenox Community Center, 65 Walker Street, Lenox, MA • Admission: $15 for whole dance $9 for students. For regular dance only: $12/$6 • more info at www.LenoxContraDance.org
THEATER
Mahaiwe • London National Theatre in HD: “Young Marx.” 1850, and Europe’s most feared terrorist is hiding in Dean Street, Soho • 2 pm • $17, or $10 for those 21 and under •SS www.mahaiwe.org
Paramount • Shakespeare On Main Street presents “A Christmas Carol” (also in Wallingford, VT on 12/17). The story is performed in Chamber Theater style, a style of theater in which the actors may or may not memorize their lines, but place emphasis on vocal expression to help the audience understand the story rather than visual sets and intricate blocking. See ShakespeareOnMainStreet.org • 7:30 pm • info and tickets ($5-$15) at www.paramountvt.org or 802-775-0903
Berkshire Theatre Group • “A Christmas Carol” (runs December 9-10, 13-17 & 20-22) • 2 & 7 pm
Home Made Theater • “A Christmas Carol” (runs Dec. 8-10 & 15-17) • 1 & 4:30 pm
Paramount • Shakespeare On Main Street presents “A Christmas Carol” • 7:30 pm
FILM
Images • “Wonderstruck”: Ben and Rose are children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook (runs Dec.15-21) • today’s times, 2:15, 4:30, 7 & 9:15 pm • www.imagescinema.org
MISC.
Berkshire Grown Holiday Farmers’ Market featuring locally grown and produced foods, including fruits and vegetables, cheese, meats, bread, and more, plus live music, lunch fare and children’s activities • 10 am-2 pm • at Monument Valley Middle School (313 Monument Valley Road in Great Barrington) Also in Williamstown on 12/17 • free admission • berkshiregrown.org
Berkshire Scenic Railway’s (BSRM) Hoosac Valley Service presents the Tinseliner, a 1950’s American Christmas Experience (Saturdays and Sundays only, through December 17). For the first time in 50 years, trains depart from the reconstructed tracks in Adams, MA. Each trip lasts approximately one and a half hours and features a visit from Father Christmas who offers a gift to every child on board • today’s departures 1, 3, 5 and 7 pm • Tickets are $20 for adults and $16 for kids under 12. Children under 2 ride free • Online ticket sales are available now at www.hoosacvalleytrainride.com/tickets.
Fort Miller Meetinghouse • 5:00 pm NATIVITY and “A FESTIVAL OF CAROLS.” Refreshments. Call Jan Peterson, 518-598-2570. • 1239 Fort Miller Road, Fort Edward, NY
Moreau Lake State Park • Eagle Watch — Grab a pair of binoculars and join a park naturalist on his weekly Bald Eagle survey • 9 am-noon • Registration necessary with 24 hours advanced notice; please call 518-793-051
Sanctuary for Independent Media • North Central Justice & Peace Holiday Celebration. Come for the seventh annual year-end festivities, featuring free food, music, arts activities, portraits by internationally recognized photographer Brenda Ann Kenneally, a tree lighting, and more! • 3-6 pm • at The Sanctuary for Independent Media, 3361 6th Avenue in North Troy • more info and directions at 518-272-2390 or www.mediasanctuary.org
Skidmore • Tang Museum Family Saturdays: Brief tour of a current Tang exhibition followed by a hands-on art activity. Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions • 2:00-3:30 pm • Tang • Free and open to the public • reservations (strongly recommended) and info at 518-580-8080
Yoga Place • Pure Yoga/Divine Yoga with Peter Rizzo. • 9:00-11:30 am • at The Yoga Place, 532 Main Street, Bennington, VT • $30 prepaid or $35 at door, or by donation. To register or for more information, call 802-447-0393 or go to www.benningtonyoga.com |
