Edith Wharton ’ s home in Lenox . The benefit will include a site-specific performance of Outside , created and directed by WAM Artistic Director Genée Coreno . There will also be drinks and appetizers on the terrace . wamtheatre . com
September brings another jubilant occasion : Literacy Network of South Berkshire ( LitNet ) Gala on Friday , September 20 , at Amici restaurant in West Stockbridge , an evening of Italian food and Latin music ." Our annual fundraising celebration is a vital part of the LitNet calendar of events ,” says LitNet Executive Director Leigh Doherty . “ Our celebrations have been full of joy and connection , bringing together LitNet donors , supporters , board , and staff . Over the past few years , we have been able to increase the participation of LitNet learners , too . Holding this year ' s event at Amici is especially important to us because one of the owners , Octavio Nallin , is a former LitNet learner .” This is LitNet ’ s biggest fundraiser of the year , contributing to a quarter of its revenue . litnetsb . org
From century-old community initiatives to cuttingedge artistic endeavors , Berkshire County ' s celebrations serve as a testament to the enduring spirit of caring , creativity , and collaboration that permeates every facet of life in the region . Whether the lively galas that dot the upcoming calendar , or the grassroots efforts that unite neighbors in common purpose , each is a testament to the deeprooted sense of belonging and philanthropy that defines Berkshire County . n
And there ’ s more :
Northern Berkshire United Way ’ s 6th Annual Spirit of Caring Awards and Celebration : Thursday , May 9 , nbunitedway . org
The 7th Annual Berkshire Nonprofit Awards : Tuesday , May 21 . npcberkshires . org / berkshire-nonprofit-awards-2
Great Barrington Public Theater Gala : Friday , June 7 . greatbarringtonpublictheater . org
18 Degrees Kids 4 Harmony Gala : Tuesday , June 25 . 18degreesma . org / how-we-help / kids-4-harmony
Bidwell House and Museum : Saturday , August 16 . bidwellhousemuse-um . org
Berkshire Theatre Group : Joint special event for Berkshire Theatre Group and Barringtong Stage , Thursday , August 29 , at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield . berkshiretheatregroup . org
Visit the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires ’ gala calendar at npcberkshires . org / gala-calendar for even more .
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