Category: Events
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Free BERP Workshop on Succession Planning for Small Businesses — May 13
The Berkshire Economic Recovery Project (BERP) Technical Assistance Program is offering a second free workshop this month, focused on succession planning for small business owners.Succession Planning for Small Businesses: Understanding Your Options and Preparing for Transition takes place on Wednesday, May 13, from 8:30 to 10am. The session will be facilitated by Robin Helfand and…
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Williamstown Celebrates New Fire Station with Public Dedication Ceremony
The Williamstown Fire Department will open its doors for a public New Station Dedication ceremony on Saturday, May 30, from noon to 2pm.The event marks a significant milestone for the department and the community, celebrating the completion of the new fire station facility. Residents are invited to join firefighters and town officials for the dedication…
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Fire District Election and Annual Meeting Both Scheduled for May 26
Williamstown Fire District voters will have two opportunities to engage in local governance on Tuesday, May 26, with both the annual election and the annual meeting taking place at Williamstown Elementary School.The Williamstown Fire District/Prudential Committee Election runs from 4 to 7pm. Voters will elect board members who will be responsible for the Fire District’s…
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Williamstown Town Meeting Scheduled for May 19
Williamstown residents are invited to participate in the annual Town Meeting on Tuesday, May 19, beginning at 7pm at Williamstown Elementary School.Town Meeting is the cornerstone of local democracy in Massachusetts, giving residents a direct voice in town governance, budgets, and bylaw changes. All registered voters in Williamstown are eligible to attend and vote.Advance copies…
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Williamstown Farmers Market Opens for the Season on May 16
The Williamstown Farmers Market returns for its 2026 season on Saturday, May 16, with an opening day celebration in the Spring Street Parking Lot from 9am to 1pm.The market brings together the community to kick off the growing season with fresh local produce, handmade goods, live music, and what organizers describe as a vibrant, welcoming…
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ArtWeek Berkshires Returns May 15–25 with 100+ Events Across the Region
ArtWeek Berkshires, the annual ten-day celebration of local creativity, returns from May 15 to 25, 2026, with more than 100 hands-on or behind-the-scenes events scheduled across the region.The festival spans everything from gallery shows and open studios to live performances, poetry readings, and painting demonstrations. It invites residents and visitors alike to explore the depth…
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Free Workshop: Crafting Customer Connections for Local Business Owners
A free one-hour workshop on customer engagement skills is coming to Williamstown on Thursday, May 14, and it could not be better timed — with summer tourism season just around the corner.Crafting Customer Connections, facilitated by Hari Kumar of Convivo, runs from 8:30 to 9:30am at Wild Soul River. The session is designed to help…
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Williamstown Town Election Set for May 12
Williamstown residents will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 12, for the annual Town Election. Voting will take place at Williamstown Elementary School from 7am to 8pm.Residents are encouraged to review the ballot and candidates ahead of election day. The town election determines local offices and any ballot questions affecting the community.Williamstown Elementary School…
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Mother’s Day Brunch at The Williams Inn: Ballroom Dining with All the Trimmings
The Williams Inn in Williamstown is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch in its ballroom on Sunday, May 10, from 10am to 3pm — a lavish spread that promises to make the occasion memorable for the whole family.The menu features an omelet station, a carving station, and a full traditional brunch spread. Pricing is set at…
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Free BERP Workshop to Explore Employee Ownership Options for Local Businesses
The Berkshire Economic Recovery Project (BERP) Technical Assistance Program is offering a free workshop on employee ownership for local business owners on Thursday, May 7, from 4 to 6pm.The session, titled Exploring Employee Ownership, will be facilitated by Kevin Pink and will cover the range of employee ownership models available to small businesses — including…