Pittsfield Seeking Volunteers for Flag Distribution

08:02AM / Thursday, April 25, 2024Print Story | Email Story

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The city of Pittsfield's Department of Veterans' Services is looking for volunteers to assist with placing flags and markers at Veterans' gravesites.

The installation of flags will occur between May 6 to May 11, 2024.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable, appropriate apparel and shoes, walking will be required throughout the cemeteries to place these flags. Instructions, flags, and markers will be provided, as well as soft refreshments and snacks.

If you are interested in volunteering your time, please contact the Veterans' Services Department at (413) 499-9433 to sign up as a volunteer or email veterans@cityofpittsfield.org.

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Berkshire Running Foundation Hosts Steel Rail Race Training Program

Community submission12:48PM / Friday, March 06, 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Running Foundation this week announced the launch of its free MountainOne Steel Rail Race training program, a 10-week community training series designed to prepare runners and walkers for the upcoming races.

The program begins Saturday, March 7, and runs through May 9, offering multiple weekly training options in both Pittsfield and Adams.

Thanks to the continued support of MountainOne, all sessions are free and open to the public.

Participants may attend at either location each Saturday: Adams Visitor Center 3 Hoosac Street, Adams, 8 a.m.; or Berkshire Running Center 5 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, 6 a.m. and 9 a.m.

Each session is led by the BRF Ambassadors, a team of experienced runners and community leaders who guide participants through progressive mileage, race-day preparation, and supportive group training.

The program welcomes runners and walkers of all experience levels, from first-time 5K participants to athletes preparing for the half marathon and marathon distances featured on Steel Rail Race weekend.

Participants will receive: weekly group training sessions, guidance from BRF Ambassadors, structured mileage progression and a supportive, inclusive training environment

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