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The Hotchkiss Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off its winter season with a concert featuring guest conductor Dmitry Yablonsky and guest pianists Oxana Yablonskaya, Fabio Witkowski, and Gisele Witkowski on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in Katherine M. Elfers Hall, Esther Eastman Music Center. The program will include Mozart’s beloved A Major Piano Concerto, K. 488, the unique Czerny Concerto for Piano Four-Hands, and Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4. The concert is free and open to the public; no ticket reservations are necessary. Seating is first-come, first-served.

VISION We envision a world in which everyone can be themselves, have healthy relationships, and live free of interpersonal, relationship violence. MISSION We create social change to end interpersonal, relationship violence by challenging attitudes and beliefs about power, control, and gender norms and by advocating for victims and survivors. SERVING OUR COMMUNITY Canaan / Falls Village; Cornwall; Kent; North Canaan; Salisbury / Lakeville; Sharon; Nearby New York and Massachusetts towns; Communities served by GA-18 court (Bridgewater, New Milford, Roxbury) HELP IS AVAILABLE: (860) 364-1900 PARA HABLAR O RECIBIR AYUDA, LLAMA AL 860-364-1900 We serve anyone, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, race or ethnicity. Project SAGE (formerly Women’s Support Services) is here to support you. All client contact is confidential, and we do not contact ICE.

Jumpfest 2023 97TH ANNUAL   SALISBURY SKI JUMPS Friday Night Target Jumping   Human Dogsled Races Competitions 12 and under, free to all ski jumping events Proceeds From Jumpfest Fund  SWSA Youth Skiing ProgramsMORE INFORMATION 97th ANNUAL SALISBURY SKI JUMPS Jumpfest 2023 “You Will See Future Olympians Here Schedule Friday, February 3 Admission $15 (Children 12 and under free) 6 p.m. Ticket Booth Opens 7 p.m. Target Jumping Under the Lights After Target Jumping Ends Human Dogsled Races Saturday, February 4 Admission $15 (Children 12 and under free) 8 a.m. Small hills open for practice 9:30 a.m. Junior Competition on 20M and 30M hills 11 a.m. - Noon 65M open for practice 1 p.m. Salisbury Invitational Ski Jumping 65m 8-11:30 p.m. Snow Ball Fundraiser at the Lakeville Town Grove. Live Music by the Steve Dunn Band, raffle, and more.  $20 entry fee. 12 and under free. Sunday, February 5

The first-ever Berkshire Pond Hockey Classic will be held on Saturday, January 28 at Lake Buel, right near the lake’s boat ramp. The 16 team field is made up of mostly local teams, including a past NCAA D1 Frozen Four Women's Team. The GB Bagel Co is sponsoring Bagels for Breakfast for all of the participants and their owner Bob is bringing 2 teams and Gary and Andrew the owners of Barrington Brewery will be hosting an awards ceremony after the tournament and coming as partners, bringing 2 teams. The presenting sponsor is The Pass as well as Berkshire Bank from their Foundation and ExtraSpecialTeas, which is an non-profit who is generously sponsoring free tea during the day of the tournament for skaters. Any of the profits made after the cost of the tournament will go back to the town of Monterey. “I’m just trying to find a way to give back to The Berkshires and honor my father,” Regen said. “How cool is that?” For more information about the tournament go to its website.

Montage Antiques is hosting an exciting art show, which opens this Saturday, Jan. 14. Featuring have a large collection of works by the French artist Robert Bonfils  Bonfils was born in France in 1886 and died in 1972. http://montageantiques.com/In this show, Montage shows a selection of the early print and design work that Bonfils was known for, but also a rare, if not completely unique collection of his paintings on canvas. These early 20th Century paintings capture a world first between the wars, then post WWII. His wry social observations give us a window into the bourgeois lifestyle in France during that time. His lively beach scenes, nudes, still lifes, interiors and self portraits paint a picture of a world at once long in the past, and yet palpable and present. His muscular use of paint and his bold, stylized figures are deeply grounded in the modernist movement.  This is a great opportunity, not only to see such a broad range of this artist’s career, but to purchase works that have long

PLEASE NOTE: Our Winter Term Registration is now OPEN! Four courses will be IN-PERSON at Noble Horizons; Only two courses will be on ZOOM. When you want to enter a TLC Zoom class, click here TLC is a non-profit membership organization providing the opportunity for lifelong learning to residents of the Northwest Corner of Connecticut and adjacent communities in New York and Massachusetts. TLC's courses cover a wide variety of academic subjects taught by volunteers, all experts in their fields. Click on Course Listings on the left to see what courses we offer. Annual membership dues of $60 per person are fully tax-deductible. There are no other set fees. Individuals may sign up for any number of courses. Classes lasting two hours are held once a week at one of our three conveniently located venues. Attendees are free to come and go as they like; there are no exams. Those taking advantage of TLC's program will rekindle the excitement of learning, expand their horizons, be able to share their knowle

The Nutmeg Ballet's Nutcracker is a staple of the holiday season in Connecticut, beloved as a tradition for countless families. Under the direction of Victoria Mazzarelli, this iconic story set to the masterful music of Tchaikovsky ignites the imaginations of children and adults alike.on stage at The Warner Theatre, located in Torrington, Connecticut. FOUNDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR VICTORIA MAZZARELLI Victoria Mazzarelli was trained by the Nutmeg faculty for 14 years and with Ms. Dante as her coach, was awarded the only gold medal at the 1984 New York International Ballet Competition at the age of seventeen. Invited to join the Basel Ballet in Switzerland under the direction of Heinz Spoerli, she was quickly promoted to principal dancer. Ms. Mazzarelli not only had the opportunity to dance leading roles in much of the company’s classical repertoire, but also in works by distinguished choreographers such as Hans van Manen, Jiri Kylian and William Forsythe. Ms. Mazzarelli’s contact with Forsythe

Holiday Concert Resonet In Laudibus – Resounding Joyful Praises Renaissance and Baroque Holiday Music for Chorus and Brass Some of the most festive music in all eras was written for the Christmas season! Immerse yourself in the rich vocal music on which some today’s beloved Christmas Carols are based: popular motets for four to eight voices, such as “In dulci jubilo” (Sweet rejoicing), “O magnum mysterium” (O great mystery), and “Resonet in laudibus” (Resounding joyful praises), and instrumental canzonas and toccatas by Italian and German composer: Praetorius, Gabrieli, Handl, Schein, Bassano, Bonelli, and others. And hear some of the familiar chorals from the Christmas Oratorio by the great Johan Sebastian Bach, an expression of joyful expectation and the celebration of Christ’s incarnation – a love story between God and humanity. Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 6 pm St. Paul Church Stockbridge, MA TICKETS Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 4pm Trinity Church, Lakeville, CT TICKETS

The Inconvenient German December 4 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm FREE The Inconvenient German by Peter Steiner Join the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon for an in-person author appearance at 4 pm on Sunday, December 4.  Sharon’s own Peter Steiner will read from and discuss his book The Inconvenient German, an atmospheric novel whose characters embody the best and worst of Germany in WWII. This program is free. Pre-registration is required. Limited spots available. There will be books available for purchase and for signing. Free Registration RSVP Going

A successful actress accepts the role of Lady Macbeth at a small New England theater, where she begins a flirtation with her charmingly awkward young director, and finds herself haunted by the ghost of William Shakespeare - who's keen to do some rewrites.

McCulloch holds an associates degree in nursing from St. Vincent’s College, bachelor in nursing from Western Connecticut State University, and master’s in business administration and health care management from Quinnipiac University. She and her husband, Justin, have three daughters. McCulloch has worked at Sharon Hospital, which is part of the Nuvance Health system, for the past eight years, most recently as chief nursing officer since 2018. McCulloch holds an associates degree in nursing from St. Vincent’s College, bachelor in nursing from Western Connecticut State University, and master’s in business administration and health care management from Quinnipiac University. She and her husband, Justin, have three daughters.

THE FOOD OF LIFE / COMIDA DE VIDA FOOD PANTRY Pantry Mission Statement and Philosophy: We provide fresh, nutritious food weekly for our neighbors in need, including vegetables grown in the on-site “Giving Garden”; and we offer information and referrals for a long-term improvement in their lives and health.  It is our core value that all who come to the pantry find a cheerful, encouraging atmosphere where they are treated with respect: we believe having a full stomach and sense of dignity is crucial to an individual’s ability to begin making positive changes in their lives. Who we serve: We serve the hungry population in eastern Dutchess County and northwest Litchfield County, especially the towns of Amenia, Wassaic, Millerton, Dover Plains, and Sharon. In some cases, recipients travel even greater distances looking for help that is not available closer to home. Some come from families who have lived in this area for generations; about 40% are new immigrants. Nearly half of those we serve are chi

Registration is now open for our Wreath Making Workshops! Shelley Wollert from Hudson Valley Flower Farm will lead you in creating you’re own beautiful 18” wreath. The events take place during our Merry & Bright Holiday weekend on Saturday, December 3rd either at 11:30 or 1pm in downtown Salisbury. Location is the patio of Honeychurch Home so dress warmly and bring garden gloves! Come make a wreath, do a little shopping at our Christmas Market, and enjoy the lobster truck while listening to live music. Space is limited!! Also check out other Workshops in Salisbury. Merry & Bright 5k Reindeer Run / Walk!Merry & Bright 5k Reindeer Run / Walk! Sat, Dec 3, 9:00 AM 15 Academy St • Salisbury, CT

Events kick off on Black Friday 11/25 and go on throughout the entire weekend. Friday: 10am – 2:00pm Ice Carving Demonstration at Veterans Park with Professional Ice Carver Jeff Scarpa, Carving Two 300 lb. blocks of ice into beautiful works of art. 11:00am Free Screening of The Polar Express at The Moviehouse where seats are first come - first serve including popcorn & a beverage  1:15 - 1:30pm Children’s Raffle at Veterans Park. Amazing raffle prizes for the children which include: bicycles, scooters, gift baskets and gift certificates that have all been sponsored by various local businesses. 1:00 - 3:00pm Cookie Decorating and Live Music at North East Community Center 1:00 - 4:00pm Hot Cocoa and Cookies at Veterans Park 1:00 - 4:00pm Free Hayrides *Pickup at Veterans Park and Dutchess Ave  2:30 - 4:30pm Salisbury Brass Band performing Holiday Songs in Veteran’s Park  5:00pm Festival of Lights Parade and Tree Lighting&

WEBUTUCK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT District sets referendum on $12.5M capital projectThe North East (Webutuck) Board of Education approved a public referendum to finance $12.56 million of capital project improvements at its meeting Oct. 18.  Most of the proposed improvements are directly related to health and safety. $12.5M capital improvement project Tax impact: Neutral Vote: Dec. 6, 2022, 12-9 p.m. Where: WHS Gym What is covered: WHS, EBIS and WES will all have work done. Roof replacements will be done at all schools. Unit ventilation systems at all schools. Milling/repaving parking lots and sidewalks at WHS/EBIS. EBIS will get an age-appropriate playground. Sanitary system components replaced at WES. Details: See WCSD Capital Project presentation WHO WE ARE Vision: Webutuck students will possess the knowledge, desire, and ability to achieve their potential and make a significant contribution to society. Mission: To produce graduates who: Are effective com

THE DOOR-MAN Peter Matthiessen Wheelwright Friday, November 11 at 6:00pm RESERVE TICKETS A book reading and Q&A with author, Peter Matthiessen Wheelwright Moderated by Wickham Boyle, author and producer Free, reservations recommended “Wheelwright is a thoughtful, meticulous writer…A scientifically intriguing, dramatic, and challenging read.” – Kirkus Reviews Emeritus Professor at The New School, Parsons School of Design, writer, educator and architect Peter M. Wheelwright discusses his latest novel, The Door-Man; a multigenerational story of interwoven families who share a deep ancestral wound. A mix of historical fact and fiction, The Door-Man is based on the events at the doomed mountain town of Gilboa, New York, and the discovery of an extraordinary fossil during construction of an upstate reservoir for New York City’s water supply system in 1917 that almost saved it from destruction. The novel traces the consequences of this discovery across thre

State Representative MARIA HORN Proudly Serving Canaan, Cornwall, Goshen, Kent, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Torrington A Proven Leader for Connecticut's Northwest Corner Proudly serving the 64th District towns of Cornwall, Falls Village, Goshen, Kent, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon and Washington CONTACT MARIA Rep. Horn Receives Award For Work In Problem Gambling By The Connecticut Council On Problem Gambling October 21, 2022 State Representative Maria Horn (D-Canaan, Cornwall, Goshen, Kent, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Torrington) was presented with the Advocacy Award by the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling for her leadership in passing legislation that addresses problem gambling. In the years that Rep. Horn has served as a co-chair of the Public Safety and Security Committee, she has worked with legislators across the board to ensure the state is better equipped with its response to problem gambling and helping those in need.Read More

Representative Stephen Harding is running for the Connecticut State Senate to find the appropriate resources our communities need to be safer and more affordable and to stand up for common sense laws and voting against wasteful tax and spend policies. STEPHEN HARDING About Steve: Stephen  Harding was raised in Brookfield and went through the public school  system, and is now raising his own family in the town he grew up in.  Stephen is married to his beautiful wife Kelly, a teacher at Sarah Noble  in New Milford, and has two young children Carter and Piper.  He is a  practicing attorney, small business owner, and has served as State Representative for the  107th District (Brookfield, Bethel, Danbury) since 2015. During his time  in the legislature he has served on the judicial, education, government  and elections, and environment committees. As ranking member of the  environment committee, he has championed  legislation which provided a

Pumpkins and Play Friday, October 28, 2022 6:00pm - 8:30pm EasternSharon, Connecticut A combination of a scaled down Audubon Kids’ Day and our expanding community Pumpkin Trail, “Pumpkins and Play” welcomes guests to come walk along the main grounds and view carved and decorated pumpkin entry displays all lit up in the darkness after sunset! Children can have the opportunity to play carnival-type games, meet some friendly animal characters from our Enchanted Forest, view live birds of prey up close, try out some interactive hoop dancing, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, and watch a unique LED Hoop Performance from Creative Game Parties around 7:45pm. Bring your own flashlight for the trail and come in costume if you'd like! A Admission for this event is $15 per carload. Interested in submitting a carved or decorated pumpkin for the trail?  Please see the info on our Pumpkin Trail event page on how to submit your entry! The more entries we receive, the bigger and better our trail! Special thank

This coming Friday is Sharon Audubon's Pumpkins and Play nighttime viewing event and the Pumpkin Trail opening! The more pumpkins they have on the trail, the bigger and better it will be, and they are accepting pumpkins through Thursday at noon. Pumpkins and Play Friday, October 28, 2022 6:00pm - 8:30pm EasternSharon, Connecticut A combination of a scaled down Audubon Kids’ Day and our expanding community Pumpkin Trail, “Pumpkins and Play” welcomes guests to come walk along the main grounds and view carved and decorated pumpkin entry displays all lit up in the darkness after sunset! Children can have the opportunity to play carnival-type games, meet some friendly animal characters from our Enchanted Forest, view live birds of prey up close, try out some interactive hoop dancing, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, and watch a unique LED Hoop Performance from Creative Game Parties around 7:45pm. Bring your own flashlight for the trail and come in costume if you'd like! A Admission for this event is $15 pe