The Clark Art Institute presents In Focus: Field and Flowers, a free thematic tour of the Clark's permanent collection exploring how artists celebrate the beauty of food and flowers in their art. Examine vibrant still life artworks of succulent fruits, blooming flowers, and exquisite decorative arts adorned with natural motifs, as we reflect together on […]
Literature, Lectures, and Talks
Interested to simplify your belongings to create space? Overwhelmed by the prospect of moving yourself or a loved one? Having a hard time feeling settled in your new home? All That Matters Organizing & Move Management will share helpful tips and tricks for tackling the often daunting task of downsizing, moving, and resettling. Information will […]
Class, Workshop, and Open Studios, Literature, Lectures, and Talks
Chelsea Gaia, Director of Programming & Events for Ventfort Hall, will speak at Ventfort Hall about the time Ventfort Hall operated as Festival House, an inn in the 50’s where everyone was welcome. A tea will be served after her presentation. The Berkshires haven't always been so open and celebratory of diversity. In fact, it's […]
Arts and Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Literature, Lectures, and Talks
A celebrated commentator on the human consequences of technology, Nicholas Carr reorients the conversation around modern communication, challenging some of our most cherished beliefs about self-expression, free speech, and media democratization. He reveals how messaging apps strip nuance from conversation, how digital crowding erodes empathy and triggers aggression, how online political debates narrow our minds […]
Literature, Lectures, and Talks
Artist demonstrations with professional artists every Friday at 11:00 am - free with admission. Artists will demonstrate their techniques with mediums from watercolor to woodcut printing. 06/20: Ellie Kreischer - mixed media on paper 06/27: Tony Conner - watercolor 07/04: Carl Sprague - scenic design for film and stage 07/11: Diane Firtell - oil on […]
Arts and Culture, Class, Workshop, and Open Studios, Literature, Lectures, and Talks
Join our National Sculpture Society Artist in Residence, medalist and relief sculptor, Heidi Wastweet for a presentation on her research into how instincts and intentions function in compositing visual arts. Drawing examples from her own work as well as her observations of Daniel Chester French, she will demonstrate harmonious geometry hidden in select pieces. Open […]
Arts and Culture, Literature, Lectures, and Talks
In our 2nd history talk of the 2025 season we take a look at the history of masonry work in New England. From foundations to fence posts; millstones to gravestones, the work of the Early American mason is still evident around us to this day. Come see examples of these works and learn about the […]
History and Heritage, Literature, Lectures, and Talks, Online Event
Louise Levy, a lifelong student of American history, will talk about games and activities that brought people together in the Gilded Age at Ventfort Hall. Instead of our traditional afternoon tea a dessert tea will follow along with an ice cream social. What did people do for entertainment in the age before TV and cell […]
Arts and Culture, Literature, Lectures, and Talks
Bard Academy and Simon’s Rock at Bard College will host Coffee on Us, a series of casual drop-in open houses at the new campus in Barrytown, NY every Wednesday through August 13. These drop-in open houses are designed to give prospective students and families a chance to tour the new campus, meet admission staff and school […]
Literature, Lectures, and Talks
Wharton on Wednesday returns for a five-month run! Join us at the Terrace Café on the first Wednesday of the month, June-October, to hear quintessential Edith Wharton short stories brought to life by local actors. Arrive early to enjoy refreshments from the Café, open 4:00 – 5:30 pm. 07/02: The Reckoning 08/06: The Rembrandt 09/03: […]
Arts and Culture, Literature, Lectures, and Talks, Performing Arts & Entertainment