Lenox Library to Host New Film Club

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LENOX, Mass.—This February, Lenox Library will launch a new film club led and curated by film researcher and screenwriter Nannina Gilder.

Kanopy, a free streaming service available through nine of the libraries in the Berkshires (Lenox, Williamstown, North Adams, Adams, Pittsfield, Stockbridge, Lee, Great Barrington, and Sheffield), offers an eclectic, fun, and surprising selection of films and TV shows from classics to new releases. The Kanopy Film Club at Lenox Library will highlight what’s available, allowing library patrons to engage with the selections in the way they feel most comfortable.

For those who crave communal viewing experiences to get through the dark days of winter, starting February 5, 2025 and continuing on alternate Wednesdays (February 5, February 19, March 5, March 19), Lenox Library will show a film at 5:00 p.m. in its Welles Gallery followed by a brief discussion. In the off weeks there are suggestions of films to watch from home. However, for those who just want recommendations of what to watch at home, all of the films will be available to stream on Kanopy.

The film schedule will be:

  • February 5: My Man Godfrey – Gregory La Cava, 1936 – 93 min – In Person
  • February 12: Cleo From 5 to 7 – Agnes Varda, 1962 – 89 min – Stream at Home
  • February 19: The Last Unicorn – Jules Rankin & Arthur Bass Jr, 1982 – 92 min – In Person
  • February 26: Beyond the Lights – Gina Prince-Bythewood, 2014 – 116 min – Stream at Home
  • March 5: The Hitch-Hiker – Ida Lupino, 1953 – 70 min – In Person
  • March 12: Daughters of the Dust – 1991 – 112 min – Stream at Home
  • March 19: Rafiki – Wanuri Kahiu, 2018 – 82 min – In Person
  • March 26: Araya – Margot Benacerraf, 1959 – 82 min – Stream at Home

For information, visit https://lenoxlib.org or call the Library at 413-637-0197.

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Ventfort Hall Presents: A Cozy Evening For Children

LENOX, Mass. — On Dec. 15, Ventfort Hall will host a Children's Evening Story Hour the story hour will feature books: "The Hat" by Jan Brett, "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats, and "Katy and the Big Snow" by Virginia Lee Burton.

The event, that starts at 5:30 p.m., features classic winter stories, hot cocoa, snacks, and activities. 

Attendees are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring blankets to the mansion library. Allergy-friendly food options are welcome if brought from home.

On Dec. 29, the story hour will feature these books: "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats, "The Mitten," by Jan Brett, "Polar Express," by Chris Van Allsburg, and "The Tomten," by Astrid Lingren

Ventfort Hall intern, Sarah Briggs, organized the event. Briggs is a local to Berkshire County and currently a senior at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, interning at Ventfort Hall this semester. She is an Arts Management major and Art History minor, pursuing a career in museum programming and education. 

Admission to the reading is free, but reservations are required and limited to 40 total attendees. All children must be supervised by a parent or guardian for the entirety of the evening. Reserve at https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or call us at (413) 637-3206.

Ventfort Hall is decorated for the holidays. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. The historical mansion is located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox.

 

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