TEA AND TALK WITH CURT DI CAMILLO
Lenox, 4 p.m.
DiCamillo will give his illustrated presentation on Tuesday, The second in Ventfort Hall’s 2013 summer series of Tea and Talks will be followed by a Victorian Tea. The talk will explore how the 18th and 19th century British ruling classes, modeling themselves on the ancient Roman Empire, used jewelry to reinforce their positions in society and awe their peers. DiCamillo will discuss the tales behind these noble families, their houses and their jewels. The aristocratic families that owned these jewels, such as the Marquess of Londonderry, were at the pinnacle of British society. British Royals collected jewels for both state and private use, and notable collectors included Queen Mary and Princess Margaret, who amassed collections of extraordinary tiaras, necklaces and brooches. Reservations made in advance are $30 per person and admission at the door on June 25 is $35. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206.
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EDIBLE FLOWERS: IDEAS FOR FLOWERS IN YOUR COOKING
Pittsfield, 7 p.m.
Stockbridge Herbs, a farm-based herbal business located in South Deerfield, will present 'Edible Flowers: Ideas for Flowers in Your Cooking' at the Berkshire Athenaeum, located at 1 Wendell Ave.
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STEPHENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY POTLUCK DINNER, PROGRAM ON BIRDS AND WILDLIFE
New York, 6:30 p.m.
Gayle Tardif-Raser, education coordinator for the Massachusetts Audubon Society, will present "Birds and Wildlife: How Times Have Changed." There will also be a potluck dinner -- bring a dish to share, beverages will be provided. Free. At the Stephentown Heritage Center, Garfield Road, Stephentown, N.Y. For directions, call 518-733-0010.
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THE MEASURE OF MANHATTAN
Lenox, 4 p.m.
Science journalist and educator Marguerite Holloway will uncover at the third of the 2013 summer series of Tea and Talks at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum the life of the forgotten 19th century genius who developed Manhattan’s street grid. Her illustrated talk, “The Measure of Manhattan,” will be based on her new groundbreaking book titled The Measure of Manhattan: The Tumultuous Career and Surprising Legacy of John Randel, Jr., Cartographer, Surveyor, Inventor. Holloway will be on hand to lecture on Tuesday, and to autograph copies of her book at the accompanying Victorian tea. Admission for the Halloway Tea and Talk is $18 for advance reservations and members and $23 at the door on June 18. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206
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INTO THE TOMB OF TUTMOSIS IV
Lenox, 4 p.m.
July 9, 4:00 pm. Bernard Drew, historian, Berkshire Eagle columnist, digs “Into the Tomb of Tutmosis IV with Howard Carter & Robb Tytus.” That’s THE legendary Howard Carter, whose later famous discovery was King Tutankhamun’s tomb, and fellow Egyptologist Robb de Peyster Tytus of Ashintully in Tyringham. Tytus’s 1902 eyewitness account of their exploratory descent is the basis of our speaker’s illustrated talk. $18 for advance reservations and $23 for day of the event. Make your reservations today by calling 413-637-3206
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THE JEKYL ISLAND CLUB
Lenox, 4 p.m.
Brent Monahan, author, will become raconteur extraordinaire with “The Jekyl Island Club: Playground of the Gilded Age,” dropping names like Vanderbilt, Gould, Rockefeller, Morgan, Pulitzer, the richest of the rich, the 100 club members who controlled one sixth of the nation’s wealth back then. Monahan has written a popular mystery, peopling it with some of these personalities. Admission is $18 for advance reservations and members and $23 the day of. Reservations are suggested as seating is limited.
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GREG GORMAN
Windsor, 7 p.m.
Greg Gorman at the Mahaiwe Theater. Presented by Sohn Fine Art as part of its Master Artist Series program, master photographer Greg Gorman will present an inside look at his 40 year career as an analog and digital photographer in the world of celebrity. For ticket information visit Mahaiwe.org or call the box office at 413-528-0100.
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POWER DRESSING IN THE 18TH CENTURY
Lenox, 4 p.m.
Beverly Wolov, historian, will fashion royal dictates, court rebellion and New World trendsetters into the subject of “Power Dressing in the 18th Century: Who Did It, Why and How.” She promises to give us “a lively romp across France, England and America with illuminatingly rich images of breathtaking costumes, exquisite embroidery and lavish lace.” $18 for advance reservations and $23 for day of the event.Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For information or reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206.
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TREASURES AND TEA
Lenox, 4 p.m.
“Treasures & Tea” will feature Skinner Vice President Gloria Leiberman, who will discuss the inner workings of the famous auction house. Presented by Congregation Knesset Israel and Ventfort Hall. Tea and Talk tickets: $30 advance reservations, $35 day of the event.Please reserve in advance by calling 413-637-3206.
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TEA AND TALK WITH MARGUERITE HOLLOWAY
Lenox, 4 p.m.
The Genius Who Planned Manhattan’s Street Grid Will Be Revealed In A Tea And Talk At Ventfort Hall, Tuesday, Science journalist and educator Marguerite Holloway will uncover at the third of the 2013 summer series of Tea and Talks at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum the life of the forgotten 19th century genius who developed Manhattan’s street grid. ... Her illustrated talk, “The Measure of Manhattan,” will be based on her new groundbreaking book titled The Measure of Manhattan: The Tumultuous Career and Surprising Legacy of John Randel, Jr., Cartographer, Surveyor, Inventor. Admission for the Halloway Tea and Talk is $18 for advance reservations and members and $23 at the door on June 18. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206
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SKINNER APPRAISAL DAY
Lenox, Noon
Presented by Congregation Knesset Israel and Ventfort Hall, “Skinner Appraisal Day” brings to the mansion expert appraisers from Boston’s leading auction house (a first for the Berkshires), who will focus on silver, jewelry and small valuables. Tickets for admission and appraisal of one item: $35 and $15 for each additional item.
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TUNNEL VISION: NEW YORK'S SUBWAY CERAMICS
Lenox, 4 p.m.
Lee Stookey, author, photographer, will take us down under with “Tunnel Visions: New York’s Subway Ceramics,” based on her illustrated book. How many of us have taken time to view the artistic beauty of the underground stations of 1904, the ceramic beavers at the Astor Place stop or the jaunty sailing ships at Columbus Circle? Now is your chance to see what you have missed….with no train in sight.$18 for advance reservations and $23 for day of the event.. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For information or reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206
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FRANCINE SEGAN: SHAKESPEARE'S KITCHEN
Windsor, 6:30 p.m.
Besides learning why folks back in the 1500s clinked glasses to make a toast you'll discover the reasons they never put a vase of flowers or their elbows on the table, wouldn't eat with forks and why "4 and 20 blackbirds" really were baked in a pie.
For ticket information visit Mahaiwe.org or call the box office at 413-528-0100.
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'FREE TO BE...YOU AND ME' LECTURE
Windsor, 7 p.m.
Proceeds to benefit the Free To Be foundation and Mahaiwe Education programs. For ticket information visit Mahaiwe.org or call the box office at 413-528-0100.
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FRANCINE SEGAN: OPERA LOVER'S COOKBOOK
Windsor, 6:30 p.m.
The author of "Opera Lover's Cookbook" discusses the fascinating role of food in opera using amusing film snippets and stills of memorable dining and toasting moments in opera.
For ticket information visit Mahaiwe.org or call the box office at 413-528-0100.
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| THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 14, 2013 |
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FRANCINE SEGAN: GILDED AGE HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING
Windsor, 6:30 p.m.
Learn the 19th century meanings of giving a lady a tulip instead a rose; discover the most popular toasts of the 1890s; and when it was proper to remove your gloves or tip your hat. Highlights of the talk include: Trivia contest on the uses for dozens of unique but now-obsolete objects from the era, tastings of a popular 19th century tidbits, handouts of unique recipes of the era, demonstrations on creating 19th century garnishes. For ticket information visit Mahaiwe.org or call the box office at 413-528-0100.
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