š± Where North Adams drivers will be detoured during Berkshire Gas construction
Coffee in hand, North Adams? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Where North Adams drivers will be detoured during Berkshire Gas construction
- Why North Adams is suddenly being called Massachusettsā best-kept secret
- How MCLAās new Hampshire partnership could reshape North Adamsā campus
Also on today's calendar: Williams Percussion Ensemble and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: A shower and t-storm; cooler, with a high of 69 and low of 48 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, temps: high: 67, low: 48.
- Sunday: Showers; breezy, cooler, with a high of 52 and low of 28 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Traffic disruptions in North Adams due to Berkshire Gas work (wwlp.com) ā Expect major traffic detours in North Adams starting April 20 as Berkshire Gas upgrades its distribution system between West Main Street and Brayton Hill Terrace. Drivers will be rerouted via Massachusetts Avenue and Roberts Drive, though local residents, school buses, and trucks will still have access during weekday work hours. 
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2. What Makes North Adams A Hidden Gem In Massachusetts? (live959.com) ā North Adams gets spotlighted as one of Massachusettsā āhidden gemā cities, with special attention to its arts scene and natural beauty. The piece highlights MASS MoCA, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, and Natural Bridge State Park as standout reasons residents and visitors should appreciate whatās in their own backyard. Ā Ā Ā
3. MCLA opens doors to Hampshire College students after closure announcement (berkshireeagle.com) ā North Adamsā MCLA is stepping up to accept all eligible Hampshire College students after Hampshireās board voted to close the Amherst school this fall. The college has a formal teachāout agreement, mapped credit transfers, waived application fees, and promises quick admission decisions, while also working to rebuild its own enrollment in the coming years. Ā Ā Ā
4. 13 Enjoyable Day Trips To Take Around Massachusetts This Spring (takingthekids.com) ā One of the featured spring day trips spotlights Mass MoCA in North Adams, highlighting its massive factoryāturnedāmuseum campus and quieter shoulderāseason vibe. The guide also suggests exploring downtown restaurants and nearby Natural Bridge State Park, alongside a dozen other Massachusetts destinations from Rockport to Stockbridge for easy oneāday getaways. Ā Ā Ā
5. MountainOne Bank Promotes Officer, Operations Manager (iberkshires.com) ā A North Adams resident, Sarah Bloom, has been promoted to Officer, Operations Manager at MountainOne Bank, where she helps improve services and internal processes. Bloom also serves on the North Adams Planning Board and the MCLA Alumni Board, staying active in both local government and the college community while balancing work, fitness, and family life. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around North Adams
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Upcoming Events in
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Bounti-Fare (SOLO)
Bounti-Fare Restaurant & Catering, 200 Howland Ave, Adams
6:00 pm
Friday April 17
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Other local events
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Williams Percussion Ensemble
Chapin Hall , 62-66 Chapin Hall Dr , Williamstown
7:30 pm -
Clay Trinket Wall Shelf Workshop
North Adams Clay , 189 Beaver St Studio 301 , North Adams
10:00 am -
Music and Messages
Greylock Community Club , 548 State Rd , North Adams
3:00 pm -
Comedy On Tap at Bright Ideas Brewing in North Adams, MA
Bright Ideas Brewing , 111 Mass MoCA Way , North Adams
7:30 pm -
Youth Painting w/ Tanya Lisser (3rd Floor Community Room)
North Adams Public Library , 74 Church Street , North Adams
1:00 pm -
Family Movie (Spongebob Movie)
North Adams Public Library , 74 Church Street , North Adams
1:00 pm -
Perler Beading for Youth
North Adams Public Library , 74 Church Street , North Adams
2:00 pm
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
Wednesday April 22
Thursday April 23
Friday April 24
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š Events Nearby
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GEOS Seminar with Dr. Heather Kropp, Hamilton College
Wachenheim Science Center , Bronfman Science Center , Williamstown
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Baseball vs Amherst College
Cole Field
4:00 pm -
Clark Art Institute, Opening Reception
Clark Art Institute , 225 South St , Williamstown
2:30 pm
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts posted a job opening for Adjunct Faculty-Department of English & Philosophy in North Adams. Apply here.
- Big Y posted a job opening for Frozen Food/Dairy Clerk in North Adams. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near North Adams here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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