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SUMMARY:Birding with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Birding at The Mount is now on Wednesdays! Join an Audubon naturalist to learn skills to find and identify migrating and resident birds during this casual\, beginner-friendly walk. This walk will focus on the basics of bird-finding and identification as well as observing the behavior of the birds we can see. We will pause and enjoy observing birds rather than focusing on maintaining an intensive list of every bird in the area. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a loaner pair from us. \n\nMeet outside near the Ticket booth beside the Upper Lot.\nTrail distance covered during the bird walk could vary significantly depending on how many birds we see. This program typically covers up to 1.2 miles on an unsurfaced trail.\nThe trail surface is largely flat with a few gentle inclines\, but can be uneven at points or contain tripping hazards such as exposed tree roots or rocks. The trail surface could be wet or muddy depending on recent weather.\n\nPre-registration is required through Mass Audubon’s website so we can maintain group sizes that are conducive to birdwatching. This program is in high demand\, so please sign up for no more than two dates at one time to ensure that many people can enjoy the experience. \nQuestions? Contact Mass Audubon: \n413-637-0320 \nberkshires@massaudubon.org \n \nRuby-throated Hummingbird photo © Phil Sorrentino
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/birding-with-mass-audubon-5/
CATEGORIES:Nature
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SUMMARY:Le Café Français
DESCRIPTION:“Parlez-vous français?”  \nEnjoy French conversation on The Mount’s Terrace\, Tuesday Mornings\, June – September. This event is recommended for intermediate and advanced French speakers. Bring your own coffee and croissant as The Mount’s Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. \nThis series is free and open to the public but capacity is limited — registration is recommended.  \nRegister Here!\n  \nHelp support Le Café Français and other free programs at The Mount by becoming a member! Join today.  \n\n\nThis 90-minute program takes place on The Mount’s Terrace under an open-air shade tent. Please be mindful of the weather and plan accordingly!\nPlease park in the Upper Lot. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the quarter-mile walk down the driveway to the Main House. Attendees in need of assistance may park in the Lower Lot adjacent to the Main House\, where accessible parking is available.\nAccessible seating is available! Please phone us in advance to discuss arrangements: 413-551-51111; ext. #2\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/le-cafe-francais/2025-06-10/
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SUMMARY:What This Place Makes Me | Contemporary Plays on Immigration with Isaiah Stavchansky and Charlie Oh
DESCRIPTION:*Para leer este listado de evento en español\, desplázate hasta la parte inferior de la página.* \nCo-organized by The Literacy Network (LitNet)\, this reading and conversation features Isaiah Stavchansky\, editor of What This Place Makes Me: Contemporary Plays on Immigration (Restless Books\, 2025)\, in dialogue with featured playwright Charlie Oh. Together\, they will explore the vital role of theater in showcasing immigrant experiences and their influence on shaping the United States. Highlighting the anthology’s diverse perspectives\, the discussion will examine the unique challenges various communities face in the process of assimilation\, while uncovering shared themes in the quest to become American. Through these plays\, we see powerful manifestations of struggle\, perseverance\, and resourcefulness\, especially in relation to language\, religion\, and cultural identity. These stories reveal how creativity and resilience can illuminate the complexities of identity and belonging in a changing world.  \nPublished by Restless Books\, What this Place Makes me is a collection of seven award-winning plays by rising stars of contemporary theater that herald a profound shift in what it means to be an American\, an immigrant\, and an artist on today’s stage. This trailblazing collection of works by first- and second-generation immigrants to the U.S. unites seven exhilarating new voices of Lebanese\, Nigerian\, Korean\, Bengali\, Polish\, and Mexican descent\, including Shayok Misha Chowdhury\, Hansol Jung\, Martyna Majok\, Mona Mansour\, Charlie Oh\, Mfoniso Udofia\, and jesús i. valles. Echoing beyond the stage\, their stories draw on common experiences of displacement\, alienation\, and the sense of living in suspension; sometimes torn between two worlds\, sometimesplummeting into the spaces between them. \nLive interpretation in Spanish will be provided by Language Justice Solutions for this event. \nIsaiah Stavchansky is a Mexican-American actor\, writer\, editor\, and educator. His work has been developed and performed with The Workshop Theater\, Atlantic Acting School\, The Williamstown Theatre Festival\, The Tank NYC\, and Kenyon College. He has performed at The Williamstown Theatre Festival\, Chautauqua Theater Company\, and The Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater. He is a graduate of Kenyon College and Atlantic Acting School.  \nCharlie Oh’s plays include “LONG” (Kennedy Center’s Paula Vogel Award in playwriting\, Mark Twain Prize\, Relentless Award Honors)\, “COLEMAN ’72 (world premiere South Coast Rep\, Paul Stephen Lim Playwriting Award\, Los Angeles Drama Circle Award nominee)\, “WHITE MONKEY” (Goodman New Stages\, Future Labs)\, and “THE DISRUPTORS” (Sloan Commission). Charlie is a Core Writer at the Playwrights’ Center\, and a member\, past fellow\, or alumni of Ensemble Studio Theater’s Youngblood\, Ars Nova Play Group\, Page 73’s Writers Group\, The Lark\, and the Catwalk Writer’s Residency\, among others. His work has been developed at Manhattan Theatre Club\, South Coast Rep\, The Lark\, Second Stage\, The American Musical Theatre Project\, The Goodman\, and more. He currently holds commissions from Manhattan Theater Club + the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation\, South Coast Rep\, and is developing projects for television with Amazon Studios and Universal Studios. A recent graduate of The Juilliard School’s Lila Acheson Wallace American Playwrights Program.  \nThe Literacy Network has been offering free\, one-on-one tutoring sessions for adults since 1991. LitNet’s flexible\, personalized approach to tutoring enables adult learners to succeed in their jobs\, support their families\, and engage with their local communities. The organization began by teaching reading skills\, and LitNet quickly expanded its curriculum with lessons in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)\, citizenship test preparation\, and adult basic education to better serve the large population of immigrants who live and work in the Berkshires. \n\nThe Community Voices Project fosters meaningful collaborations between The Mount and regional community partners. Through discussions\, workshops\, readings\, and events\, the Project aims to nurture and support the development of bold\, new storytelling that strengthens diverse voices and incites cross-cultural exchange. \n \nThe Community Voices Project is supported by a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation.  \n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public!\nSeating is limited\, registration is recommended: \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nInterested in becoming a Mount Member? Join today. \n\n\nThis one-hour talk takes place in The Mount’s Stable Auditorium\, an indoor\, climate controlled venue adjacent to the parking lot. Limited accessible parking is available in front of the Stable.\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first come\, first served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nAccessible seating is available! Please phone us in advance to discuss arrangements: 413-551-51111; ext. #2\nA book signing will follow this talk. Books can be purchased from The Mount Bookstore at the event or online from Bookshop.org.\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines. \n\nESPAÑOL \nCoorganizado por The Literacy Network (LitNet)\, esta lectura y conversación contará con Isaiah Stavchansky\, editor de What This Place Makes Me: Contemporary Plays on Immigration (Restless Books\, 2025)\, en diálogo con el dramaturgo destacado Charlie Oh. Juntos\, explorarán el papel vital del teatro en la representación de las experiencias de los inmigrantes y su influencia en la formación de los Estados Unidos. Destacando las diversas perspectivas de la antología\, la conversación examinará los desafíos únicos que enfrentan las distintas comunidades en el proceso de asimilación\, mientras desentraña los temas comunes en la búsqueda de convertirse en estadounidense. A través de estas obras\, veremos poderosas manifestaciones de lucha\, perseverancia e ingenio\, especialmente en relación con el idioma\, la religión y la identidad cultural. Estas historias revelan cómo la creatividad y la resiliencia pueden iluminar las complejidades de la identidad y el sentido de pertenencia en un mundo cambiante. \nPublicado por Restless Books\, What This Place Makes Me es una colección de siete obras premiadas de dramaturgos emergentes del teatro contemporáneo que marcan un cambio profundo en lo que significa ser estadounidense\, inmigrante y artista en el escenario actual. Esta innovadora colección de obras de inmigrantes de primera y segunda generación a los EE. UU. reúne siete emocionantes nuevas voces de ascendencia libanesa\, nigeriana\, coreana\, bengalí\, polaca y mexicana\, incluyendo a Shayok Misha Chowdhury\, Hansol Jung\, Martyna Majok\, Mona Mansour\, Charlie Oh\, Mfoniso Udofia y jesús i. valles. Resonando más allá del escenario\, sus historias se basan en experiencias comunes de desplazamiento\, alienación y la sensación de vivir en suspensión; a veces divididos entre dos mundos\, a veces cayendo en los espacios entre ellos. \nSe ofrecerá interpretación en vivo en español por Language Justice Solutions para este evento. \nIsaiah Stavchansky es un actor\, escritor\, editor y educador mexicano-estadounidense. Su trabajo ha sido desarrollado y representado con The Workshop Theater\, Atlantic Acting School\, The Williamstown Theatre Festival\, The Tank NYC y Kenyon College. Ha actuado en The Williamstown Theatre Festival\, Chautauqua Theater Company y The Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater. Es graduado de Kenyon College y Atlantic Acting School. \nLas obras de Charlie Oh incluyen “LONG” (Premio Paula Vogel de dramaturgia del Kennedy Center\, Premio Mark Twain\, Premios Relentless)\, “COLEMAN ’72” (estreno mundial en South Coast Rep\, Premio Paul Stephen Lim de dramaturgia\, nominado al Premio Los Angeles Drama Circle)\, “WHITE MONKEY” (Goodman New Stages\, Future Labs) y “THE DISRUPTORS” (Comisión Sloan). Charlie es escritor principal en el Playwrights’ Center y miembro\, ex becario o exalumno de Ensemble Studio Theater’s Youngblood\, Ars Nova Play Group\, Writers Group de Page 73\, The Lark y Catwalk Writer’s Residency\, entre otros. Su trabajo ha sido desarrollado en Manhattan Theatre Club\, South Coast Rep\, The Lark\, Second Stage\, The American Musical Theatre Project\, The Goodman y más. Actualmente tiene comisiones de Manhattan Theater Club + la Alfred P. Sloan Foundation\, South Coast Rep\, y está desarrollando proyectos para televisión con Amazon Studios y Universal Studios. Es graduado reciente del Programa Lila Acheson Wallace American Playwrights de The Juilliard School. \nThe Literacy Network ha ofrecido sesiones de tutoría gratuitas\, individuales\, para adultos desde 1991. El enfoque flexible y personalizado de LitNet para la tutoría permite a los estudiantes adultos tener éxito en sus trabajos\, apoyar a sus familias y participar con sus comunidades locales. La organización comenzó enseñando habilidades de lectura\, y rápidamente amplió su plan de estudios con lecciones de inglés para hablantes de otros idiomas (ESOL)\, preparación para el examen de ciudadanía y educación básica para adultos para servir mejor a la gran población de inmigrantes que viven y trabajan en los Berkshires. \nEl Community Voices Project fomenta colaboraciones significativas entre The Mount y socios comunitarios regionales. A través de discusiones\, talleres\, lecturas y eventos\, el Proyecto tiene como objetivo nutrir y apoyar el desarrollo de nuevas narrativas audaces que fortalezcan las voces diversas e inciten el intercambio intercultural. \nEl Community Voices Project cuenta con el apoyo de una subvención otorgada por la Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation en su iniciativa Arts Build Community\, con fondos de la Barr Foundation. \nEste evento es GRATUITO y abierto al público.El aforo es limitado\, se recomienda la inscripción: \n¿Interesado en convertirte en miembro de The Mount? Únete hoy. \n\nEsta charla de una hora tendrá lugar en el Auditorio Establo de The Mount\, un espacio cerrado con control climático\, adyacente al estacionamiento. Hay plazas de estacionamiento accesibles limitadas frente al Establo.\nEl asiento para todos los programas de The Mount se asigna por orden de llegada. Si tienes preferencias de asiento\, te recomendamos llegar quince minutos antes.\n¡Se dispone de asientos accesibles! Llama con antelación para discutir las disposiciones: 413-551-5100\nDespués de esta charla\, habrá una firma de libros. Los libros podrán adquirirse en la librería de The Mount durante el evento o en línea en Bookshop.org.\n\n¿Tienes preguntas? Escribe a: programs@edithwharton.org \n\n¿Qué accesibilidad ofrece The Mount? The Mount es una organización designada como UP por el Massachusetts Cultural Council\, que da la bienvenida a participantes de todas las discapacidades. Por favor\, contáctanos por teléfono: 413-551-5100 o por correo electrónico: info@edithwharton.org para discutir las adaptaciones necesarias para participar plenamente en este evento. Habrá carritos de golf disponibles para trasladar a personas con problemas de movilidad entre el estacionamiento y el lugar del evento. Consulta las Directrices de Salud y Seguridad de The Mount.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/what-this-place-makes-me-contemporary-plays-on-immigration-with-isaiah-stavchansky-and-charlie-oh/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks & Conversations,Readings & Performance
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SUMMARY:Qigong with Jamie Greene
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the ancient Chinese\, mind-body practice of Qigong\, meaning “mastery of your life-force energy\,” next to our beautiful French Flower Garden. Qigong\, a simpler form of Tai Chi\, combines gentle movements that mimic nature\, self-applied massage\, breathwork\, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety\, calm the mind\, and may help reduce pain\, improve mobility\, balance\, posture\, strength\, immunity and sleep.  \nTo register for this class\, email Jamie: greene01238@gmail.com \n\nThis program takes place beside the French Flower Garden and Pet Cemetery.\nWear comfortable shoes or bring a mat and practice barefoot. Bring a water bottle\, as well as a chair/stool if you prefer to practice seated. Beginners welcome!\nIn the event of rain or inclement weather\, this program may be cancelled. Registrants will be notified via email of any changes or cancellations.\n\nJamie Greene\, PhD\, is a graduate of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi. She also holds a certificate from the eCornell T. Colin Campbell Center for Plant-Based Nutrition. Jamie\, a former clinical researcher\, discovered the power of Qigong and nutrition to heal from within during her retirement. She finds great joy volunteering to share the multitude of benefits for the mind\, body and spirit of this ancient form of moving meditation with others. Jamie encourages her students to incorporate simple\, effective Qigong techniques into their daily lives to enhance their physical and emotional well-being. She has shared her love of practicing qigong outdoors at The Mount\, the Berkshire Botanical Garden\, her community by Goose Pond in Lee\, as well as at nature preserves in Florida. \nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/qigong-with-jamie-greene/2025-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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SUMMARY:Stories & Stretches with Flow on Main
DESCRIPTION:Stories & Stretches is an outdoor\, movement-based class designed for kids grades K-5 that blends storytelling and yoga brought to us by Kimberly Kidder\, owner of Flow on Main yoga studio. Participants will engage in coordinated movements\, playful games\, mindful meditations\, and breathing exercises. Stories & Stretches is designed to encourage physical and emotional awareness through fun and engaging experiences.  \nKimberly Kidder completed her Ashtanga vinyasa yoga teacher training in 2016 with Sacred Jade Yoga. With additional certifications in Kids Yoga and Functional Movement\, Kimberly loves working with children and adults. Visit the Flow on Main website to learn more about Kimberly’s offerings at her Dalton studio. \n \n\nThis program takes place on the Main House lawn beside the French Flower Garden.\nStories & Stretches is intended for elementary-aged youth accompanied by an adult.\nStories & Stretches is an outdoor program. In the event of rain\, it may be moved to the Stable Auditorium\, which is adjacent to the parking lot. In the event of extreme weather\, it will be cancelled. Registrants will be notified by email about any changes to this program or its location.\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nCALL FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS!\nThis August\, The Mount is hosting a Children’s Book Swap as part of our Community Day celebration! We’re collecting gently loved children’s books to share the joy of reading with other families in our community. If you have books your kids have outgrown\, this is the perfect chance to give them a second life. All ages\, reading levels\, and languages are welcome! \nPlease drop off your gently loved books at The Mount anytime this summer. We will have a bin in the Stable\, and books will also be accepted at the Ticket Booth and other Youth & Family Programs.  \nJoin us on August 10 for Community Day to explore the Children’s Book Swap and take home new favorites for your family to enjoy! \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/stories-stretches-with-flow-on-main/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Youth & Family
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SUMMARY:Make-and-Take Arts and Crafts!
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount art teacher\, Ms. Jackie\, to create a seasonal art project on one Sunday morning each month of the summer. Participants will create a mixed–media art project responding to the theme of the monthly StoryWalk book. All skill levels are welcome to participate and take home their creations! All supplies will be provided. \n\nPre-registration is not required for this program.\nThis program is designed for young artists of all ages!\nThis program will take place in the Stable Auditorium\, adjacent to the Ticket booth.\n\nEach month\, The Mount’s StoryWalk features a new children’s book that will provide inspiration for the crafts: \nJune: Rain Before Rainbows by Smriti Prasadam-Halls \nJuly: My Town\, Mi Pueblo by Nicholas Solis* \nAugust: When the Stars Came Home by Brittany Luby \n*Bilingual \nAll abilities are welcome! Please email Jackie about any special accommodations that will be helpful for your participation in this program: JChristensen@EdithWharton.org \n\nCALL FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS!\nThis August\, The Mount is hosting a Children’s Book Swap as part of our Community Day celebration! We’re collecting gently loved children’s books to share the joy of reading with other families in our community. If you have books your kids have outgrown\, this is the perfect chance to give them a second life. All ages\, reading levels\, and languages are welcome! \nPlease drop off your gently loved books at The Mount anytime this summer. We will have a bin in the Stable\, and books will also be accepted at the Ticket Booth and other Youth & Family Programs.  \nJoin us on August 10 for Community Day to explore the Children’s Book Swap and take home new favorites for your family to enjoy! \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/make-and-take-arts-and-crafts/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Family
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SUMMARY:Early Closing at 1:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Terrace Cafe is not open today.\nThe House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM.\nThe grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-2/2025-06-07/
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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SUMMARY:The Village Cidiot\, written and performed by Lauren Letellier\, as a fundraiser for LitNet
DESCRIPTION:In Lauren Letellier’s hit solo show\, THE VILLAGE CIDIOT\, a dyed-in-the-wool Manhattanite loses her big corporate job and moves\, reluctantly\, to a tiny upstate town where her city skills are no match for rural reality. A hilarious and moving journey about navigating life’s disruptions with humor\, compassion\, and tick repellent. Critics agree: if you’ve ever been beaned by one of life’s curveballs\, you’ll find this show “Uproarious & poignant!” “An entrancing piece of theater!”  \nThis special performance of THE VILLAGE CIDIOT is a fundraiser for the  Literacy Network (LitNet). Since 1991\, LitNet has offered free\, one-on-one tutoring sessions for adults. LitNet’s flexible\, personalized approach to tutoring enables adult learners to succeed in their jobs\, support their families\, and engage with their local communities. The organization began by teaching reading skills\, and LitNet quickly expanded its curriculum with lessons in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)\, citizenship test preparation\, and adult basic education to better serve the large population of immigrants who live and work in the Berkshires.  \n\n\nLauren Letellier is a playwright and performer whose writing centers on women attempting to navigate life’s disruptions with humor and compassion. Her shows explore universal themes—identity\, purpose\, family\, loss—through the lens of everyday experiences. As a writer and performer\, she has produced two critically-acclaimed solo shows. Her most recent show\, THE VILLAGE CIDIOT\, has been called “Uproarious & poignant!” “An entrancing piece of theater!” “Amazing! Beautiful storytelling – so funny\, emotional\, yet relatable.” Her previous solo show\, THE FIERY SWORD OF JUSTICE\, exposed the hilarious and harrowing similarities between family and corporate dysfunction. Critics called it “bold\, funny\, wise\, and brave” and “big\, provocative\, and surprising.” Lauren shares the role of Hillsdale Town Historian with her husband Chris Atkins. Together they investigate the nooks and crannies of Hillsdale history to bring people\, places\, and events to life for a 21st-century audience.  \n  \nMartha Wollner (Director) is a member of NYC’s LAByrinth Theatre Company. An actress\, director\, playwright and teacher\, Martha developed Writing on Your Feet\, a technique to assist actors in the development of solo shows. Her direction has won four stars in festivals both nationally and internationally. She has been seen on the stages of The Public\, Cherry Lane\, SOHO Rep\, EST\, LAByrinth Theatre\, Edinburgh Fringe Festival and has worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company in developmental workshops for the company’s season. Martha’s plays have been featured in developmental series at Southern Rep Theatre\, Cherry Lane\, LAByrinth’s Barn Series and New Frontier Play Festival. As a story producer for documentary film\, her work has been nominated for an Academy Award and won numerous Emmys\, a Dupont Award\, and Best of Festivals (Sundance / Tribeca / Telluride).  \n  \n\nTICKETS ON SALE NOW: \nBook Here!\n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nThis one-hour performance takes place in The Mount’s Stable Auditorium\, an indoor\, climate-controlled venue adjacent to the parking lot. Limited accessible parking is available in front of the Stable.\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first come\, first served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nAccessible seating is available! Please phone us in advance to discuss arrangements: 413-551-51111 x2\nQuestions? Email: agiracca@litnetsb.org\n\n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/the-village-cidiot-written-and-performed-by-lauren-letellier-as-a-fundraiser-for-litnet/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250527T170016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T192531Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor\, Mary Hannah Parkman\, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and movements from the 8 Treasures of Tai Chi. These practices calm and reset the nervous system\, bring balance to the body\, and help cultivate peace in the present moment.\nTai Chi\, a Chinese martial art\, was inspired by nature and designed to enliven “chi” or life force energy for greater health and vitality.\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration by email is encouraged: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com\nPark in the main Upper Parking Lot. Meet by the Ticket booth.\nWalk length approximately 0.5 miles. Mostly level or gently sloping trail.\nDress for the weather in comfortable clothes suitable for movement.\nIf it is raining\, this outdoor experience will be abbreviated to one hour.\n\nSuggested donation: $20 per person. \nCash or Venmo @maryhannah-parkman (code: 0285) \n5% of donations will go to support hemlock tree conservation efforts at the New York State Hemlock Initiative \n\nMary Hannah Parkman\, is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. Mary Hannah was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that comes from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees.  \nFor questions about this program or weather cancellations\, email Mary Hannah: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com \nLearn more about Mary Hannah Parkman:\n https://maryhannahparkman.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/mary.h.parkman/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/maryhannnah/?hl=en\nHemlock cones photo courtesy of sciotogardens.com
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-with-mary-hannah-parkman-2/2025-06-06/2/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250527T170016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T192531Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor\, Mary Hannah Parkman\, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and movements from the 8 Treasures of Tai Chi. These practices calm and reset the nervous system\, bring balance to the body\, and help cultivate peace in the present moment.\nTai Chi\, a Chinese martial art\, was inspired by nature and designed to enliven “chi” or life force energy for greater health and vitality.\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration by email is encouraged: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com\nPark in the main Upper Parking Lot. Meet by the Ticket booth.\nWalk length approximately 0.5 miles. Mostly level or gently sloping trail.\nDress for the weather in comfortable clothes suitable for movement.\nIf it is raining\, this outdoor experience will be abbreviated to one hour.\n\nSuggested donation: $20 per person. \nCash or Venmo @maryhannah-parkman (code: 0285) \n5% of donations will go to support hemlock tree conservation efforts at the New York State Hemlock Initiative \n\nMary Hannah Parkman\, is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. Mary Hannah was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that comes from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees.  \nFor questions about this program or weather cancellations\, email Mary Hannah: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com \nLearn more about Mary Hannah Parkman:\n https://maryhannahparkman.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/mary.h.parkman/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/maryhannnah/?hl=en\nHemlock cones photo courtesy of sciotogardens.com
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-with-mary-hannah-parkman-2/2025-06-06/1/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250508T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164937Z
UID:10000281-1749128400-1749157200@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Early Closing at 4:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Grounds\, Main House\, and Bookstore will close at 4:00 PM today. The Terrace Café will close at 2pm.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-at-400-pm/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250416T190920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T131622Z
UID:10000130-1749058200-1749061800@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Wharton On Wednesday | The Eyes
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nIn June\, Gregory Boover reads “The Eyes\,” a haunting story exploring themes of moral corruption\, the consequences of one’s actions\, and the human capacity for self-deception. \nGregory Boover is an actor\, musician\, educator and visual artist based in the Berkshires. He has worked with many organizations and venues across the east coast including the Hanover Theater\, the Majestic Theater\, The Humanist Project\, Barrington Stage\, Catskill Mountain Shakespeare\, WAM Theatre\, Emergent Ensemble Theatre\, The Theater at Monmouth\, Urbanite Theatre\, the rig\, The Theater at Woodshill\, The Umbrella Stage Company\, Hampshire Shakespeare\, Berkshire Playwright’s Lab\, The Looking Glass Theatre (NY) and many more. Greg is a company artist and educator at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox\, MA\, serves on the faculty at Community Access to The Arts in Great Barrington\, MA and produces his own independent music and artwork.  \n\nTICKETS ON SALE: \nBook Here!\n  \n$15 / $10* General Admission\nFree for Students \n*Discounted rate for Mount Members!\nInterested in becoming a Member? Join today. \n\n\nThis one-hour reading takes place on The Mount’s Terrace under an open-air shade tent. Please be mindful of the weather and plan accordingly!\nPlease park in the Upper Lot. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the quarter mile walk down the driveway to the Main House. Golf carts run throughout the day if you require assistance to the event location.\nThe Terrace Cafe bar will be open 4:00 – 5:30 pm.\nIn the event of extreme weather — excessive heat or severe thunderstorms — Wharton on Wednesday may be moved indoors to The Mount’s Stable Auditorium. All ticketholders will be notified via email of a venue change at 2:00 pm the day of the program. Those wishing to cancel their orders will receive full refunds within seven business days. To cancel\, email: programs@edithwharton.org\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first come\, first served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nAccessible seating is available! Please phone us in advance to discuss arrangements: 413-551-5100\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/wharton-on-wednesday-2/
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250516T135550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T135550Z
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SUMMARY:Birding with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Birding at The Mount is now on Wednesdays! Join an Audubon naturalist to learn skills to find and identify migrating and resident birds during this casual\, beginner-friendly walk. This walk will focus on the basics of bird-finding and identification as well as observing the behavior of the birds we can see. We will pause and enjoy observing birds rather than focusing on maintaining an intensive list of every bird in the area. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a loaner pair from us. \n\nMeet outside near the Ticket booth beside the Upper Lot.\nTrail distance covered during the bird walk could vary significantly depending on how many birds we see. This program typically covers up to 1.2 miles on an unsurfaced trail.\nThe trail surface is largely flat with a few gentle inclines\, but can be uneven at points or contain tripping hazards such as exposed tree roots or rocks. The trail surface could be wet or muddy depending on recent weather.\n\nPre-registration is required through Mass Audubon’s website so we can maintain group sizes that are conducive to birdwatching. This program is in high demand\, so please sign up for no more than two dates at one time to ensure that many people can enjoy the experience. \nQuestions? Contact Mass Audubon: \n413-637-0320 \nberkshires@massaudubon.org \n \nRuby-throated Hummingbird photo © Phil Sorrentino
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/birding-with-mass-audubon-4/
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250429T171124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T163631Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at the StoryWalk® with South Berkshire Kids
DESCRIPTION:On the first Tuesday of each month\, join South Berkshire Kids for a read-aloud of the monthly StoryWalk book on display at The Mount. Families will convene at the top of the StoryWalk trail in the new gathering space to listen to the read-aloud\, then can complete a craft activity or explore the trail and grounds of The Mount.  \n\n\n\nThis program will take place in the new gathering space at the top of the StoryWalk trail.\nIn the event of rain or inclement weather\, this program may be moved to the Stable Auditorium.\nPre-registration is not required for this program.\n\n\n\nEach month\, the StoryWalk features a new children’s book. Visit the first Tuesday of each month for a read-aloud of the book of the month: \nJune: Rain Before Rainbows by Smriti Prasadam-Halls \nJuly: My Town\, Mi Pueblo by Nicholas Solis* \nAugust: When the Stars Came Home by Brittany Luby \nSeptember: The Autumn Visitors by Karel Hayes \n*Bilingual \nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nSouth Berkshire Kids supports coordinated family and community engagement through enriching and educational activities for children up to five years of age. South Berkshire Kids is brought to you by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). For questions about South Berkshire Kids programming\, contact the CFCE Coordinator\, Jessica Maloney: southberkshirekids@gmail.com \n\nCALL FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS!\nThis August\, The Mount is hosting a Children’s Book Swap as part of our Community Day celebration! We’re collecting gently loved children’s books to share the joy of reading with other families in our community. If you have books your kids have outgrown\, this is the perfect chance to give them a second life. All ages\, reading levels\, and languages are welcome! \nPlease drop off your gently loved books at The Mount anytime this summer. We will have a bin in the Stable\, and books will also be accepted at the Ticket Booth and other Youth & Family Programs.  \nJoin us on August 10 for Community Day to explore the Children’s Book Swap and take home new favorites for your family to enjoy! \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/storytime-at-the-storywalk-with-south-berkshire-kids/2025-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250513T182233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T190125Z
UID:10000443-1748941200-1748946600@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Le Café Français
DESCRIPTION:“Parlez-vous français?”  \nEnjoy French conversation on The Mount’s Terrace\, Tuesday Mornings\, June – September. This event is recommended for intermediate and advanced French speakers. Bring your own coffee and croissant as The Mount’s Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. \nThis series is free and open to the public but capacity is limited — registration is recommended.  \nRegister Here!\n  \nHelp support Le Café Français and other free programs at The Mount by becoming a member! Join today.  \n\n\nThis 90-minute program takes place on The Mount’s Terrace under an open-air shade tent. Please be mindful of the weather and plan accordingly!\nPlease park in the Upper Lot. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the quarter-mile walk down the driveway to the Main House. Attendees in need of assistance may park in the Lower Lot adjacent to the Main House\, where accessible parking is available.\nAccessible seating is available! Please phone us in advance to discuss arrangements: 413-551-51111; ext. #2\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/le-cafe-francais/2025-06-03/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250414T201729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T134500Z
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SUMMARY:Qigong with Jamie Greene
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the ancient Chinese\, mind-body practice of Qigong\, meaning “mastery of your life-force energy\,” next to our beautiful French Flower Garden. Qigong\, a simpler form of Tai Chi\, combines gentle movements that mimic nature\, self-applied massage\, breathwork\, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety\, calm the mind\, and may help reduce pain\, improve mobility\, balance\, posture\, strength\, immunity and sleep.  \nTo register for this class\, email Jamie: greene01238@gmail.com \n\nThis program takes place beside the French Flower Garden and Pet Cemetery.\nWear comfortable shoes or bring a mat and practice barefoot. Bring a water bottle\, as well as a chair/stool if you prefer to practice seated. Beginners welcome!\nIn the event of rain or inclement weather\, this program may be cancelled. Registrants will be notified via email of any changes or cancellations.\n\nJamie Greene\, PhD\, is a graduate of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi. She also holds a certificate from the eCornell T. Colin Campbell Center for Plant-Based Nutrition. Jamie\, a former clinical researcher\, discovered the power of Qigong and nutrition to heal from within during her retirement. She finds great joy volunteering to share the multitude of benefits for the mind\, body and spirit of this ancient form of moving meditation with others. Jamie encourages her students to incorporate simple\, effective Qigong techniques into their daily lives to enhance their physical and emotional well-being. She has shared her love of practicing qigong outdoors at The Mount\, the Berkshire Botanical Garden\, her community by Goose Pond in Lee\, as well as at nature preserves in Florida. \nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/qigong-with-jamie-greene/2025-06-02/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250214T162446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T182852Z
UID:10000026-1748696400-1748725200@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Early Closing at 1:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Terrace Cafe is not open today.\nThe House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM.\nThe grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-2/2025-05-31/
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250508T175802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T155800Z
UID:10000245-1748599200-1748604600@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor\, Mary Hannah Parkman\, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and movements from the 8 Treasures of Tai Chi. These practices calm and reset the nervous system\, bring balance to the body\, and help cultivate peace in the present moment.\nTai Chi\, a Chinese martial art\, was inspired by nature and designed to enliven “chi” or life force energy for greater health and vitality.\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration by email is encouraged: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com\nPark in the main Upper Parking Lot. Meet by the Ticket booth.\nWalk length approximately 0.5 miles. Mostly level or gently sloping trail.\nDress for the weather in comfortable clothes suitable for movement.\nIf it is raining\, this outdoor experience will be abbreviated to one hour.\n\nSuggested donation: $20 per person. \nCash or Venmo @maryhannah-parkman (code: 0285) \n5% of donations will go to support hemlock tree conservation efforts at the New York State Hemlock Initiative \n\nMary Hannah Parkman\, is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. Mary Hannah was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that comes from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees.  \nFor questions about this program or weather cancellations\, email Mary Hannah: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com \nLearn more about Mary Hannah Parkman:\n https://maryhannahparkman.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/mary.h.parkman/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/maryhannnah/?hl=en\nHemlock cones photo courtesy of sciotogardens.com
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-with-mary-hannah-parkman/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250508T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T164937Z
UID:10000280-1748534400-1748552400@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Early Closing at 4:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Grounds\, Main House\, and Bookstore will close at 4:00 PM today. The Terrace Café will close at 2pm.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-at-400-pm/2025-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250414T185045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T193011Z
UID:10000091-1748451600-1748455200@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Dusk of Dawn: W.E.B. Du Bois and the Global Color Line with Jennifer Neal & Marcus Smith
DESCRIPTION:In 1940\, W.E.B. Du Bois published Dusk of Dawn\, an exploration of race\, Black identity\, and pan-African cultural consciousness narrated through Du Bois’ personal experiences and ancestral history. Co-organized by the W.E.B. Du Bois Freedom Center\, this program brings together two thought-provoking presentations delving into the intersection of memoir\, history\, and sociopolitical thought.  \nOpening the program\, author Jennifer Neal will share insights from her recent book\, My Pisces Heart: A Black Immigrant’s Search for Home Across Four Continents (Catapult\, 2024)\, a memoir presenting thoughtful analyses of Black history and racial politics that contextualize her experience living in the US and abroad. Reflecting on her time in Japan\, Neal looks to W.E.B. Du Bois and his complicated\, seemingly contradictory stance on Black radicalism’s relationship with empire in the early twentieth century. Ultimately\, Neal’s memoir demonstrates how we live with our histories\, and how our histories live through us.  \nTo further the conversation\, historian Marcus Smith will delve into the nuances of public history\, examining Du Bois’s strategy of integrating scholarly rigor with public engagement to present global vision of Black history as an emancipatory force. Drawing on materials from the archive of the W.E.B. Du Bois Center (Amherst\, MA)\, Smith will highlight how Du Bois’ local roots in Great Barrington bridged his international influence\, affirming the importance of his legacy within the community that nurtured his early life and intellectual development.  \nJennifer Neal is an award-winning American/Australian author\, artist\, musician\, and occasional standup comedian (really) currently living in Berlin. Her writing has appeared in Playboy\, NPR\, CNN\, Gay Magazine\, The Willowherb Review\, The Establishment\, SBS\, Atlas Obscura\, and more. Her first book\, Notes on Her Colour was published in May 2023 with Catapult/Penguin Random House Australia and was named a Best Book of 2023 by Harper’s Bazaar and Meanjin Magazine. It also won the Vulgar Geniuses Award for Fiction. Her second book\, My Pisces Heart\, was published on 22 October 2024 with Catapult (North America) as a non-fiction exploration of Black histories told through the lens of her personal experiences.  \nMarcus P. Smith is a historic preservationist\, historical consultant\, and fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in Afro-American Studies and Public History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst\, where his scholarship focuses on preserving\, documenting\, and interpreting historically African American communities\, cultural landscapes\, and historic sites. He served as a docent at the W.E.B. Du Bois Homestead National Historic Site (Great Barrington\, MA)\, contributed to the Du Bois Freedom Center’s Programming and Interpretation initiatives\, and in 2024\, was selected as a Graduate Research Fellow at the W.E.B. Du Bois Center at UMass Amherst. That same year\, he received the Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship to support his research on and work with grassroots museums in historically Black rural\, agro-urban\, and coastal communities across Maryland\, Mississippi\, and Florida. Smith is the founder of the Black Grassroots Heritage Preservation Network\, a digital storytelling\, advocacy\, and interactive mapping platform that amplifies Black preservationists’ voices and community-led projects.  \n \nThe W.E.B. Du Bois Freedom Center educates the public about the life and legacy of civil rights pioneer W.E.B. Du Bois and the rich African American heritage of the Berkshires. Located at the former Clinton A.M.E. Zion Church in Great Barrington\, where he was born and raised\, this vibrant center of Black thought and remembrance constitutes the first museum and living memorial in North America dedicated to Du Bois’ life and legacy.  \nWe are grateful for the support of an anonymous donor.   \nPhotos: Janine Kuehn (Neal)\n\nThis event is FREE and open to the public!\nSeating is limited\, registration is recommended: \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nPlease consider supporting this and other free programs at The Mount with a donation or Membership. Interested in becoming a Member? Join today. \n\n\nThis one-hour talk takes place in The Mount’s Stable Auditorium\, an indoor\, climate controlled venue adjacent to the parking lot. Limited accessible parking is available in front of the Stable.\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first come\, first served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nAccessible seating is available! Please phone us in advance to discuss arrangements: 413-551-5100\nA book signing will follow this talk. Books can be purchased from The Mount Bookstore at the event or online from Bookshop.org.\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nThe Community Voices Project fosters meaningful collaborations between The Mount and regional community partners. Through discussions\, workshops\, readings\, and events\, the Project aims to nurture and support the development of bold\, new storytelling that strengthens diverse voices and incites cross-cultural exchange.    \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/dusk-of-dawn-w-e-b-du-bois-and-the-global-color-line-with-jennifer-neal-marcus-smith/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks & Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250516T135506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T135506Z
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SUMMARY:Birding with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Birding at The Mount is now on Wednesdays! Join an Audubon naturalist to learn skills to find and identify migrating and resident birds during this casual\, beginner-friendly walk. This walk will focus on the basics of bird-finding and identification as well as observing the behavior of the birds we can see. We will pause and enjoy observing birds rather than focusing on maintaining an intensive list of every bird in the area. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a loaner pair from us. \n\nMeet outside near the Ticket booth beside the Upper Lot.\nTrail distance covered during the bird walk could vary significantly depending on how many birds we see. This program typically covers up to 1.2 miles on an unsurfaced trail.\nThe trail surface is largely flat with a few gentle inclines\, but can be uneven at points or contain tripping hazards such as exposed tree roots or rocks. The trail surface could be wet or muddy depending on recent weather.\n\nPre-registration is required through Mass Audubon’s website so we can maintain group sizes that are conducive to birdwatching. This program is in high demand\, so please sign up for no more than two dates at one time to ensure that many people can enjoy the experience. \nQuestions? Contact Mass Audubon: \n413-637-0320 \nberkshires@massaudubon.org \n \nRuby-throated Hummingbird photo © Phil Sorrentino
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/birding-with-mass-audubon-3/
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250414T201729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T134500Z
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SUMMARY:Qigong with Jamie Greene
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the ancient Chinese\, mind-body practice of Qigong\, meaning “mastery of your life-force energy\,” next to our beautiful French Flower Garden. Qigong\, a simpler form of Tai Chi\, combines gentle movements that mimic nature\, self-applied massage\, breathwork\, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety\, calm the mind\, and may help reduce pain\, improve mobility\, balance\, posture\, strength\, immunity and sleep.  \nTo register for this class\, email Jamie: greene01238@gmail.com \n\nThis program takes place beside the French Flower Garden and Pet Cemetery.\nWear comfortable shoes or bring a mat and practice barefoot. Bring a water bottle\, as well as a chair/stool if you prefer to practice seated. Beginners welcome!\nIn the event of rain or inclement weather\, this program may be cancelled. Registrants will be notified via email of any changes or cancellations.\n\nJamie Greene\, PhD\, is a graduate of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi. She also holds a certificate from the eCornell T. Colin Campbell Center for Plant-Based Nutrition. Jamie\, a former clinical researcher\, discovered the power of Qigong and nutrition to heal from within during her retirement. She finds great joy volunteering to share the multitude of benefits for the mind\, body and spirit of this ancient form of moving meditation with others. Jamie encourages her students to incorporate simple\, effective Qigong techniques into their daily lives to enhance their physical and emotional well-being. She has shared her love of practicing qigong outdoors at The Mount\, the Berkshire Botanical Garden\, her community by Goose Pond in Lee\, as well as at nature preserves in Florida. \nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/qigong-with-jamie-greene/2025-05-26/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250214T162446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T182852Z
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SUMMARY:Early Closing at 1:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Terrace Cafe is not open today.\nThe House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM.\nThe grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-2/2025-05-25/
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250508T175301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T142433Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor\, Mary Hannah Parkman\, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and movements from the 8 Treasures of Tai Chi. These practices calm and reset the nervous system\, bring balance to the body\, and help cultivate peace in the present moment.\nTai Chi\, a Chinese martial art\, was inspired by nature and designed to enliven “chi” or life force energy for greater health and vitality.\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration by email is encouraged: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com\nPark in the main Upper Parking Lot. Meet by the Ticket booth.\nWalk length approximately 0.5 miles. Mostly level or gently sloping trail.\nDress for the weather in comfortable clothes suitable for movement.\nIf it is raining\, this outdoor experience will be abbreviated to one hour.\n\nSuggested donation $20 per person. \nCash or Venmo @maryhannah-parkman (code: 0285) \n5% of donations will go to support hemlock tree conservation efforts at the New York State Hemlock Initiative \n\nMary Hannah Parkman\, is a certified Tai Chi instructor and Yoga Teacher. Mary Hannah was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. She earned her first Tai Chi certification in the 24 Move Form in 2023 and The 8 Treasures of Tai Chi in 2025 with Master Nina Crist of Jaguar Path. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools and summer camps and leading mindful outdoor experiences. \nFor questions about this program or weather cancellations\, email Mary Hannah: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com \nLearn more about Mary Hannah Parkman:\n https://maryhannahparkman.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/mary.h.parkman/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/maryhannnah/?hl=en\nHemlock cones photo courtesy of sciotogardens.com
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chai-with-mary-hannah-parkman-5/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250416T145811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T174339Z
UID:10000128-1747836000-1747841400@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower Walk with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Search The Mount’s meadows and woodlands for blooming wildflowers and other signs of spring as we enjoy a leisurely walk in the warm sunshine. Learn to use guidebooks and smartphone apps to look up plants that we discover. \n\nMeet outside in the main parking lot of The Mount\, near the ticketing booth.\nThis program could cover anywhere from 1.2 to 2 miles depending on our pace\, although we will be moving slowly and pausing often to examine flowers.\nMost of the trail is unsurfaced\, but level or gradually sloping. Some sections of trail are uneven or have exposed rocks or tree roots. The trail surface could be wet or muddy depending on recent weather.\n\nPre-registration is required through Mass Audubon’s website. \nQuestions? Contact Mass Audubon: \n413-637-0320 \nberkshires@massaudubon.org \n \nPhoto of Fireweed courtesy of Gardenia.net
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/spring-wildflower-walk-with-mass-audubon/
CATEGORIES:Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250516T135329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T135329Z
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SUMMARY:Birding with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Birding at The Mount is now on Wednesdays! Join an Audubon naturalist to learn skills to find and identify migrating and resident birds during this casual\, beginner-friendly walk. This walk will focus on the basics of bird-finding and identification as well as observing the behavior of the birds we can see. We will pause and enjoy observing birds rather than focusing on maintaining an intensive list of every bird in the area. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a loaner pair from us. \n\nMeet outside near the Ticket booth beside the Upper Lot.\nTrail distance covered during the bird walk could vary significantly depending on how many birds we see. This program typically covers up to 1.2 miles on an unsurfaced trail.\nThe trail surface is largely flat with a few gentle inclines\, but can be uneven at points or contain tripping hazards such as exposed tree roots or rocks. The trail surface could be wet or muddy depending on recent weather.\n\nPre-registration is required through Mass Audubon’s website so we can maintain group sizes that are conducive to birdwatching. This program is in high demand\, so please sign up for no more than two dates at one time to ensure that many people can enjoy the experience. \nQuestions? Contact Mass Audubon: \n413-637-0320 \nberkshires@massaudubon.org \n \nRuby-throated Hummingbird photo © Phil Sorrentino
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/birding-with-mass-audubon-2/
CATEGORIES:Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250214T162446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T182852Z
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SUMMARY:Early Closing at 1:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Terrace Cafe is not open today.\nThe House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM.\nThe grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-2/2025-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250416T192715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T150151Z
UID:10000289-1747389600-1747395000@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor\, Mary Hannah Parkman\, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and movements from the 8 Treasures of Tai Chi. These practices calm and reset the nervous system\, bring balance to the body\, and help cultivate peace in the present moment.\nTai Chi\, a Chinese martial art\, was inspired by nature and designed to enliven “chi” or life force energy for greater health and vitality.\n\n\n\n\nPre-registration by email is encouraged: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com\nPark in the main Upper Parking Lot. Meet by the Ticket booth.\nWalk length approximately 0.5 miles. Mostly level or gently sloping trail.\nDress for the weather in comfortable clothes suitable for movement.\nIf it is raining\, this outdoor experience will be abbreviated to one hour.\n\nSuggested donation: $20 per person. \nCash or Venmo @maryhannah-parkman (code: 0285) \n5% of donations will go to support hemlock tree conservation efforts at the New York State Hemlock Initiative \n\nMary Hannah Parkman\, is a certified Tai Chi instructor and Yoga Teacher. Mary Hannah was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. She earned her first Tai Chi certification in the 24 Move Form in 2023 and The 8 Treasures of Tai Chi in 2025 with Master Nina Crist of Jaguar Path. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools and summer camps and leading mindful outdoor experiences. \nFor questions about this program or weather cancellations\, email Mary Hannah: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com \nLearn more about Mary Hannah Parkman:\n https://maryhannahparkman.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/mary.h.parkman/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/maryhannnah/?hl=en\nHemlock cones photo courtesy of sciotogardens.com
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chai-with-mary-hannah-parkman/2025-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250415T190621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T200935Z
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SUMMARY:Birding with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Birding at The Mount is now on Wednesdays! Join an Audubon naturalist to learn skills to find and identify migrating and resident birds during this casual\, beginner-friendly walk. This walk will focus on the basics of bird-finding and identification as well as observing the behavior of the birds we can see. We will pause and enjoy observing birds rather than focusing on maintaining an intensive list of every bird in the area. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a loaner pair from us. \n\nMeet outside near the Ticket booth beside the Upper Lot.\nTrail distance covered during the bird walk could vary significantly depending on how many birds we see. This program typically covers up to 1.2 miles on an unsurfaced trail.\nThe trail surface is largely flat with a few gentle inclines\, but can be uneven at points or contain tripping hazards such as exposed tree roots or rocks. The trail surface could be wet or muddy depending on recent weather.\n\nPre-registration is required through Mass Audubon’s website so we can maintain group sizes that are conducive to birdwatching. This program is in high demand\, so please sign up for no more than two dates at one time to ensure that many people can enjoy the experience. \nQuestions? Contact Mass Audubon: \n413-637-0320 \nberkshires@massaudubon.org \n \nRuby-throated Hummingbird photo © Phil Sorrentino
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/birding-with-mass-audubon/2025-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T071625
CREATED:20250501T165214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T171110Z
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Weekend at The Mount
DESCRIPTION:Opening day is May 10th!\nCome have lunch at the Terrace Café (open 11:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.) or treat yourself at The Mount Bookstore. Stroll through our gardens\, walk your dog\, or hike our trails. House tickets can be purchased in advance or at the ticket booth. \nGrounds remain free\, dawn to dusk! \n\nWhat accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/mothers-day-weekend-at-the-mount/
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