The COVID-19 pandemic is having a serious impact on youth in foster care we serve and is compounding their trauma. Social distancing has torn away the network of supports- therapists, coaches, social workers, teachers, guidance counselors, psychiatrists- that youth in foster care depend on for stability. No longer being able to have visits with biological…
To the editor: We are living through an unprecedented time in our community and our world. Many of us are feeling anxious, isolated and not in control. Many events that we looked forward to have been cancelled or rescheduled, and we are dealing with that disappointment along with concerns about our health and that of…
Governor Baker announced that early education and care programs (center based and family child care) will remain closed until Monday, June 29. This does not apply to the emergency care sites currently in operation. As the Commonwealth grapples with the peak of COVID-19 impact, this decision was made to prioritize the health and safety of…
We can’t wait to see you again! We will remain closed following guidelines from the guidance from our state and local officials. The CRA is offering to freeze all memberships for this period, and you may do so by contacting us at [email protected]. The CRA is your non-profit organization and this crisis will have a…
Dear Berkshire BPW members and friends, Celia Clancy During this challenging time of COVID-19, it is more important than ever to stay connected virtually. We have held several meetings, including our last board meeting, virtually. They all went fine and we got what we needed to do accomplished. I do hope you enjoy the March…
Dear Friends of LitNet, The Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) office is closed until further notice and until determined safe by local, state and federal officials for us to resume regular programming. LitNet in-person tutoring is temporarily suspended as are all in-person trainings and workshops. Our tutors are working with care and creativity to…
Norman Rockwell Museum is currently preparing to reopen according to Massachusetts guidelines (for Phase III). We anticipate welcoming back visitors in mid-July*. Please check back for updates, or sign up to receive an email notification. We have wonderful things planned for you and your family and friends to relax, unwind, laugh, and safely share special times together.…
In an attempt to support our communities’ efforts to limit the severity of covid 19, we have decided to remain closed for the next two weeks, until Monday, March 30, 2020. This closure may be extended depending on the situation at the time. All three facilities will be closed, including our Main office at 388…
To help keep our community healthy, RSYP will be closed, following the schedule of our local schools. We are here for you(th), our programs are happening online. Check here for weekly program updates!
A Message from BIO Hello BIO friends and leaders, Out of concern for our community’s health and safety, we will be cancelling all in-person BIO meetings until further notice. We will take our guidance about resuming meetings from public health experts. This includes the scheduled Clergy Gathering (3/20) and the Issues Assembly (3/31). It also…