The Art of Hilltown Leadership. Join Becket’s Town Administrator for a casual conversation about her leadership style and experiences that have brought her into her current role in Becket government.

Chris Ferraro, Master Gardener presents:

The Art of Deer Defense for Home Gardeners: Outwitting the Wiliest of Wildlife

You don’t have to sacrifice your garden to marauding deer!

Learn from Cornell research how to protect your garden with 3 categories of proven methods:

1. Barriers

2. Repellents

3. Lots of Alternative Plant Choices

Our goal is to give you best-odds techniques for shutting down the Snack Bar!

The Art of Weaving. Angelia “Angie” Babbs is legally blind and hearing impaired. She relies on her sense of touch to learn about her environment. She has resided at Laurel Ridge Senior Living Residence, for the past 11 years.

“The art of weaving is a timeless craft that not only allows me to create a beautiful work of art, but it also has many psychological and therapeutic benefits. Weaving classes provide a safe social setting for me to express my creativity and learn new skills. It engages the mind while promoting individuality and choice, which is very beneficial to me. It also allows me to make my own creative choices. After learning a new skill and working on it persistently, the joy I feel when the piece of art is completed is a great form of validation and reinforces a sense of purpose in my life.”

Join Sculptor Andrew DeVries to celebrate his 45th year as a sculptor at the Becket Art Center on July 11th from 5 to 6 pm for his presentation; A Legacy in Bronze!

Andrew will provide an entertaining hour of his journey through stories of trials and tribulations alongside successes with plenty of humor.

Andrew is known for his graceful depictions of dancers, he is also a master founder. DeVries’ career spans 45 years and six continents, comprising of works in private collections and public installations in France, Italy, Ireland, Germany and Australia.

Asked what message he hopes to convey through his artworks, DeVries said, “There is no power greater than grace–it cannot be defeated or crushed–it leaves its indelible mark on all.”

Rob & Elisa Bildner, The Berkshire Cookbook

Using media for social change. Watch his documentary, “Definition of Insanity” and enjoy lively discussion.

Film, “I Remember Better When I Paint”. Followup discussion lead by Carolyn Newberger.

Kevin O’Hara, Pittsfield native and fantastic storyteller will share his collection of holiday stories.