Edited by Laura Rogers-Castro.
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Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 3 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., at Looking Glass Gardens on 19 Dodd Road. Food truck, kids' crafts, live music, $5 pony rides, hayrides, beer. Sponsored by the Sandisfield Recreation Committee. Please RSVP to sandisfieldevents@recreationcommittee.info.

Nazi Town, USA-Chilling Documentary Film by Peter Yost on Saturday, October 3 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., at the Sandisfield Arts Center on 5 Hammertown Road. The film traces the rise and fall of the German American Bund, exposing the fascist threat in 1930s America. Nominated for an Emmy and a Columbia-Dupont Award. Peter will lead a discussion following the film. For tickets, visit sandisfieldartscenter.org. $10-$30.

Tractor Pull on Sunday, October 4 from 10:00-2:00 pm., at the American Legion pavilion. Free to enter and free to watch. Burgers, hot dogs, and drinks for purchase. The last pull of the season.

The Thistles Plus One Quartet on Sunday, October 4 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the Sandisfield Arts Center on 5 Hammertown Road. Classical and jazz-inspired music. The quartet includes Terry Keevil on oboe and duduk, Lesley Rosenthal on electric violin, Jaye Alison Moscariello with vocals, and Bill Taylor on piano. Clarinetist Gerold Mohn will join the group. For tickets, visit sandisfieldartscenter.org. $10-$30.

Flu Clinic on Friday, October 9 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Sandisfield Town Hall on 66 Sandisfield Road. For appointments, call 413-243-5540, ext 2.

Worship Services on Sunday, October 11 and October 25 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the New Boston Congregational Church located on Route 57. Stay for fellowship after the service. All are welcome. For more information and to view the calendar, visit newbostoncongregationalchurch.org.

Noah Baerman and Henry Lugo in Concert on Sunday, October 18 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the Sandisfield Arts Center on 5 Hammertown Road. Jazz piano, bass, soulful music. Visit sandisfieldartscenter.org for tickets. $10-$30.

Family Fotos-Opening Reception on Saturday, October 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the Sandisfield Arts Center on 5 Hammertown Road. An intimate and raw exploration of "family" in all its possible meanings. This show will close on December 5 (open most weekends 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., or by appointment, contact gallery@sandisfieldartscenter.org). Free.

RECURRING EVENTS

A Farm and Garden Show alternates Bill Taylor and Jaye Alison Moscariello's interviews with pioneers in regenerative, organic, or permaculture growing with a pair of Tom Christopher's Growing Greener shows. Hosted by Sandisfield folks! Every Monday 10-11 AM live streaming and available anytime up to 2 weeks after the stream under Programs at berkshireradio.org.

Sandisfield Select Board Meetings are currently through Zoom and in-person at 6:30 p.m. on Mondays unless otherwise posted. Please visit sandisfieldma.gov or call 258-4711 for information.

Playgroup on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at the Otis Town Hall. Sponsored by South Berkshire Kids. No pre-registration is necessary. Led by Nina Carr. This fun program includes free play, crafts, stories, and songs! A great time to meet up with friends and meet new friends! For confirmation of dates, please call Nina Carr (258-3314). Free!

Coffee Hour on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. at the Council on Aging, Town Hall basement. Snacks and conversation! For more information, contact Nina Carr (258-3314). Free.

Chair Yoga with Wendy Larsen on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. at the Old Town Hall at 3 Silverbrook Road, sponsored by the Council on Aging. For more information, contact Nina Carr (258-3314). Free.

Zumba Gold for Seniors on Thursdays through October from 10:00 to 10:45 at the Old Town Hall. Wear comfortable clothing. For more information, call 516-660-0036. Free.

Food Pantry on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Sandisfield Library, lower level. Donations of non-perishable food items can be dropped at the library during regular library hours.

SAVE THE DATE

Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 3 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Looking Glass Gardens on Dodd Road. Free admission. Music, Food, Beer, pony and hayrides.

Birds of Prey, on Saturday, October 11, Looking Glass Gardens, 10:00 a.m.

EVENTS IN SURROUNDING TOWNS

COA Coffee Social every Monday at 9:00 a.m. at the Tolland Public Safety Complex. Open to all Tolland residents and those of neighboring towns. Coffee, pastries, and good company! Free.

Sheffield Farmers Market on Fridays from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on 125 Main Street in Sheffield. Local food and live music.

Great Barrington Farmers Market every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on 18 Church Street in Great Barrington. Produce, baked goods, food vendors, crafts, and music.

New Marlborough Farmers Market on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the Village Green. Farm bounty, baked goods, handmade items, on other offerings.

Housatonic Heritage Walk at the Colebrook Reservoir on Saturday, October 3 (raindate, October 4) from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. During this tour of the Cole-brook River Lake dam, there will be a discussion on the 1955 flood and the on-going role of the US Army Corps of Engineers in flood risk management. Register at james.jylkka@usace.army.mil or 860-379-8234. Free.

A Walk through History on Saturday, October 3 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Bidwell House Museum in Monterey. Participants will walk 2 miles of old roads and trails, past the Old Meeting House, by stone walls, barn foundations, cellar holes, charcoal hearths, and beautiful woodlands. Free although space is limited. Registration at bidwellhouse@gmail.com is required.

Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the Berkshire Botanical Garden on 5 West Stockbridge Road in Stockbridge. Food, music, crafts, kids' activities and more.