As we finished up our stay in Angiya and left the country on the 10th of March we had no idea of what we were in for when we got home. We had some idea but whatever we ran in to here, Kenya was in much deeper trouble as they shut down on the 13th…
In light of Covid-19, in order to keep staff and guests safe, Construct’s employees are working remotely. Our business hours are the same, Monday through Friday, 8-4. Staff can be reached by phone or by email. Go to www.constructinc.org for staff contact numbers and email addresses. PLEASE NOTE: Construct mailing address has changed. Our new…
With COVID-19 taking over, it’s been dreary in our hearts. Moods saddened in the routine of things past and for things yet to happen. Taking proper precautions keeps us on the mend — just got to work past it. Our meetings in the Zoom chat room re-established the ability of being together. Team effort is…
Due to COVID-19, many of GBLC’s events had to be canceled, such as volunteer clean-up days at Lake Mansfield and guided bird walks and family hikes. However, during the month of April GBLC held a Tree Seed Photo Challenge which provided families and individuals with fun nature-focused activities to do at home. This event, which was…
The GBLC team is working hard to make our special places and trails available during these challenging times. We ask you to please observe our COVID-19 Trail Rules and enjoy the trails at the Lake Mansfield Conservation Forest, Pfeiffer Arboretum on Long Pond Road, and Housatonic River Walk. Remember to enjoy these places safely.
The Mahaiwe is shuttered for now, but our ghost light is on. That light stays on as a promise that any pause is temporary, and we will be back for the next show. When tides turn, our diverse and year-round programming will return. If you are able to provide any help to ensure that we…
After nearly a month of living with three individuals who tested positive, another BCArc home has been cleared from the Board of Health. Ten staff members who managed the house during this challenging period and the other five of eight individuals who live there, all made it through the quarantine time without catching the virus.…
The Coronavirus has put a tremendous strain on the Berkshire County Arc’s entire system, the 1,000 people with disabilities who we serve, and our 800-member staff. We have closed all our programs except our 43 group homes, creating a financial loss—this includes closing our five day programs, and employment services. Some 20 of our 43…
In its brief 4 year history, Baseball in the Berkshires has quickly united the county in telling the rich history of baseball in Berkshires County. Upon its “birth” in 2016 a call went out for photos, stories, and artifacts. After collecting more than 250 items, the exhibit at Arrowhead was opened. Since that time with…
In March 2020 Walking Our Talk was about to initiate a new step in the organization’s growth, offering a weekend immersion retreat for women from across the country to experience the impact of WOT circle culture to build inclusive and culture-shifting communities of deep support for women of all ages, races, and walks of life. But…