The public library is one of the greatest inventions of the modern age—a physical representation of the Enlightenment-era belief that citizens should be able to have free and equal access to knowledge. Yet after almost
Founded in 1997, the Berkshire Leadership Program (BLP) has been on a mission to bring together community-minded individuals who are looking for the opportunity to learn about their communities and make a commitment to address
1Berkshire has now opened the nomination process for its sixth annual Berkshire Trendsetter Awards. The Berkshire Trendsetter Awards celebrate outstanding organizations and individuals whose achievement, innovation, and/or commitment has strengthened our regional economy and helped
As April got underway you may have seen your news feed fill with articles on population loss in the Berkshires. It is more evident than ever how important the next generation is for our area.
BERKSHIRE COUNTY, MA – 1Berkshire announced today that they will continue the tradition started at Berkshire Creative by hosting BerkChique!, the Berkshires’ highly anticipated premier used clothing sale; back for a fifth year. This
On April 12, the American Institute of Architects and the American Library Association announced the seven winners for the 2016 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards. They aren't your run-of-the-mill nondescript libraries. For a library to be
We are not alone in our belief that creativity is a desirable and necessary element for a thriving community. Creative placemaking, which promotes arts and culture as essential to creating more livable and prosperous communities,
BERKSHIRE COUNTY, MA – 1Berkshire held the second of three pitch competitions Tuesday night at The Stationery Factory in Dalton, this round focused on creative economy business ideas. Five entrepreneurs presented their business plans
BERKSHIRE COUNTY, MA – 1Berkshire has opened the nomination process for its 6th annual Berkshire Trendsetter Awards. The Berkshire Trendsetter Awards celebrate outstanding organizations and individuals whose achievement, innovation and/or commitment has strengthened our regional
GREAT BARRINGTON — Lauren Stevens has spent more than 30 years raising awareness about local environmental causes, and last week his advocacy was recognized by the Center for EcoTechnology. The Williamstown resident received the 2016