Almgren Recognized for Elder Law Expertise

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LENOX, Mass. — Paula K. Almgren, founder of Berkshire Law Group, has been named to the Massachusetts Super Lawyers list for the fifth consecutive year. The list recognizes attorneys in the state.
 
Almgren has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in elder law, estate, trust, and tax planning, administration, and life care. She is accredited with the Department of Veterans Affairs and holds degrees from Williams College and Albany Law School of Union University. Her areas of expertise include Medicaid and community resource utilization for elder care.
 
Berkshire Law Group provides legal services related to aging, including asset protection, eldercare navigation, and legal document preparation. The firm employs a team of attorneys, a registered nurse/care coordinator, veteran and Medicaid benefits coordinators, and probate, trust, and estate administrators.
 
In 2020, Almgren served as President of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), Massachusetts Chapter. During her tenure, she and other chapter members advocated against the placement of COVID-19 patients in nursing homes. She has also participated in legislative advocacy for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
 
Almgren serves on the Fairview Hospital Ethics Committee and the Pittsfield Council on Aging. She is a member of the Alzheimer’s Partnership, the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association, the Berkshire County Estate Planning Council, and the Massachusetts and Berkshire Bar Associations. She is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts.
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Lenox Library to Host Performance of 'Saving Jazzy' by Nutshell Playhouse

LENOX, Mass. — The Lenox Library will present "Saving Jazzy," a musical and visual eco-fantasy performance by Nutshell Playhouse, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM.

The performance follows the characters Mambo and Nemonee as they search for ingredients to save the endangered Floratius Serendipitus. The production incorporates masks, movement, live music, and puppetry to explore themes related to Earth's environment and the balance of nature.

"Saving Jazzy" is performed by actors Alexia Trainer and Stefanie Weber, with live musical accompaniment by Don Jordan. The performance is described as suitable for children of all ages and their adult companions, with a particular appeal to children aged 2-10.

Nutshell Playhouse, led by Don Jordan, is identified as a company of artists focused on creating engaging live performances for family audiences. Their productions aim to be accessible to children of various ages and abilities, while also appealing to adults. The company seeks to bring theater to communities in Western Massachusetts by performing at local venues.

As a non-profit organization, Nutshell Playhouse aims to keep performances affordable while supporting local performers. The program at Lenox Library is free and open to the public, with support provided in part by a grant from the Lenox Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Further information can be found at https://lenoxlib.org or by calling the Library at 413-637-0197.

 

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