March Annual Boot Camp for Nonprofits

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires is holding a one-day Nonprofit Boot Camp on Thursday, March 30 for new, young and small nonprofits in need of a tune-up.
 
The full-day training takes place at the Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and covers the basics of nonprofit management including governance, finance, fundraising, marketing, legal, and best practices. 
 
Local experts address topics through a combination of facilitator-led instruction, interactive discussion, and resources that can be referred to in the future.
 
Aimed at directors, board members, and volunteer leaders who want to build a solid foundation or address gaps, the Nonprofit Boot Camp presents an opportunity for staff and board to attend together.
 
Attendees will leave with a handbook containing templates, articles and tip sheets to guide them in the coming months.
 
The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires helps nonprofits connect, learn and grow. Boot Camp attendance is $195 per person and includes breakfast, lunch and snacks.
 
For more information or to register, visit npcberkshires.org.

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MassDOT: South County Construction Operations

STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing various construction operations on I-90 eastbound and westbound for tree trimming, road repairs, bridge work, and bridge painting.

The work will take place from Monday, Dec. 9, through Friday, Dec.13, during the following scheduled hours:

Lee 

  • Tree trimming will be conducted on I-90 eastbound at mile marker 7.0, utilizing lane closures, from Monday through Friday, Dec. 9, to December 13, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Otis/Blandford 

  • Roadway repairs will be conducted on I-90 between mile markers 21.9 to 24.0, utilizing lane closures, on Monday, Dec. 9, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

West Stockbridge 

  • Bridge work will occur on I-90 eastbound and westbound from mile marker 0.8 to 3.0, utilizing lane closures, from Monday night through Tuesday night ending Wednesday morning, Dec. 9, to Dec. 11, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Stockbridge 

  • Bridge work will be conducted on I-90 eastbound from mile marker 3.9 to 6.5, utilizing lane closures, from Monday night through Wednesday night ending Thursday morning, Dec. 9, to Dec.12, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Becket 

  • Bridge painting will take place on I-90 eastbound at mile marker 18.4, utilizing lane closures, from Monday night through Wednesday night ending Thursday morning, Dec. 9, to Dec. 12, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. 
  • Bridge painting will also occur on I-90 westbound at mile marker 18.4, utilizing lane closures, on Wednesday night ending Thursday morning, Dec. 11, to Dec. 12, from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Drivers traveling through these areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. 

Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work areas. 

All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice. 

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