FIRST FRIDAY X SILENT DISCO PARTY
🎧✨ SILENT DISCO PARTY at WANDER! ✨🎧
FIRST FRIDAY JUNE 6 — 5 to 8:00PM
Get ready to kick off Pittsfield’s First Friday with a dance party like no other — a Silent Disco inside WANDER, in the heart of downtown Pittsfield!
Grab your headphones, choose your channel, and dance like nobody’s watching (because they’re too busy dancing too 😉).
This is your Friday night warm-up for our Come As You Are: PRIDE Block Party + Vow In on Saturday, June 7 — and trust us, you won’t want to miss either.
🎟️ Free + all ages welcome
👟 Come as you are, leave sweatier and happier
Let’s move together, quietly—but with maximum joy. 🪩🌙
COME AS YOU ARE : PRIDE BLOCK PARTY + VOW IN
Come As You Are: Pride Block Party + Vow In
Saturday, June 7 | 4 - 10 PM | WANDER Berkshires
After the Berkshire Pride Fest wraps up at Pittsfield Commons, WANDER Berkshires invites you to keep the energy flowing with Come As You Are: Pride Block Party + Vow In—an unforgettable celebration of queer resistance, love, and joy. From 4 to 10 PM, join us for a powerful gathering in the alley and inside WANDER as we create a space where protest meets party. It’s more than an afterparty; it’s a place to show up fully as yourself, to dance, to heal, and to celebrate community.
IN THE ALLEY
The festivities begin at 4 PM with DJ Pup Daddy, spinning queer anthems and protest beats. At 5 PM, participate in a Community “Vow In + Commitment Ceremony,” officiated by Bella Santarella—an open invitation for couples to marry or renew their vows in a public act of love and resistance. We’re aiming for the largest single wedding in Berkshire County! From 7 to 10 PM, DJ BFG will keep the party going with infectious beats that will have you dancing all night long. Tito’s and local vendor FEWD will serve delicious food and drinks to fuel the celebration.
INSIDE WANDER
For a different kind of movement, join us inside for a Silent Disco Dance Party, with multiple music genres to choose from. Get creative at all-ages crafting stations, and enjoy WANDER’s signature zero-proof bar, offering handcrafted mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Whether you’re here to celebrate love, connect with chosen family, or simply find joy, Come As You Are is an inclusive, joyful act of resistance. In a time when our rights are under threat, this event is both a celebration and a powerful statement of love and visibility. Come, dance, and make your presence known—because joy is the ultimate form of resistance.
Closet Cases Celebrates 20 Years of Laughter, Liberation, and LGBTQIA+ Storytelling in The Berkshires
Closet Cases Celebrates 20 Years of Laughter, Liberation, and LGBTQIA+ Storytelling in The Berkshires
This Pride Month, the groundbreaking LGBTQIA+ comedy and storytelling show Closet Cases celebrates its 20th anniversary with a special one-night-only performance in the heart of the Berkshires.
The Closet Cases line-up includes:
Vicki Ferentinos, winner of Rocco’s Dinner Party on Bravo, and seen on Comedy Central
David Hodorowski, featured on MTV, VH1, and CBS
Brandy Rowell, from NYC’s Suddenly Stand-Up at The Duplex
Jay Santangelo, local LGBTQIA+ leader and founder of Wander
Hosted by Shawn Hollenbach, from The Mortified Guide (Sundance Film Festival, now on Amazon Prime)
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
BCC Alumni Meet & Greet
BCC Alumni Meet & Greet
Friday June 13 from 4:00-6:00 PM
Come enjoy sweet treats, good conversation, and a special celebration to welcome our newest graduates into the BCC Alumni Community!
All BCC classes are welcome!
From Clave to Celebration: A Listening & Movement Experience with Jacob's Pillow
Afro Latin Jazz and Soul Experience – Community Residency with Sekou McMiller & Friends (NIGHT ONE)
From Clave to Celebration: A Listening & Movement Experience with Jacob's Pillow
Friday June 13th from 7-8:30P
Centering the sounds and rhythms that inspire the dance traditions, this listening and movement session takes a rhythmical journey through African American, Afro Latino and other African Diasporic cultures. Based in community, movement and sound fusing dance and music that stem from the African Diaspora that were cultivated throughout the Americas, celebrating and exploring new exciting fusion.
We will explore rhythms like the “Clave” that have inspired dance and music like Salsa, Samba, Rumba, Rock and Roll, and so much more!
FREE pre registration encouraged—-> REGISTER HERE
Crafting with Rainbow Seniors (monthly, 2nd Sat)
All ages crafting with Rainbow Seniors Second Saturday of every month
🕧 12:30–2:00 PM
Calling all knitters, crocheters, doodlers, makers, and creatives of all kinds! Join us for a monthly LGBTQ+ craft and social hour at WANDER — a cozy, welcoming space to connect, create, and unwind.
Berkshires Salsa for Everyone! Dance Class & Party with Jacob's Pillow
Afro Latin Jazz and Soul Experience – Community Residency with Sekou McMiller & Friends (NIGHT TWO)
Berkshires Salsa for Everyone! Dance Class & Party
Salsa Dance Class: 7-8pm
Salsa Dance Party: 8-11pm
Get ready to move, groove, and connect! Join us for a fun, high-energy Salsa dance class that introduces the basics of this vibrant social dance style. We’ll cover simple steps, footwork, and partner work - with a big focus on rhythm, music, and community. No experience needed and all ages are welcome! Born of community It's a fun and energetic way to share culture, build social dance etiquette, and enjoy a lively atmosphere.
After the class, stick around for a DJ’d Salsa Dance Party where you can show off your new moves, dance with friends, and soak up the joyful vibes. Whether you come to dance, listen, or just enjoy the energy, it’s a celebration of culture, connection, and fun!
FREE pre registration encouraged—-> REGISTER HERE
Banjoist Mollie Kellogg (Live Music)
Mollie Kellogg (Live Music) | 4–6 PM
Join banjoist Mollie Kellogg for an afternoon of old-time, Americana, folk, and original songs at WANDER Berkshires, 34 Depot St., Suite 101, Pittsfield, MA.
🎶 About the Artist
Mollie Kellogg is a multi-disciplinary artist and performer living in Dalton, MA, with a studio at the Clock Tower Building in Pittsfield. She has a deep love for old-time music and songwriting, and performs as part of the band Makin’ Hay. Her Incognito Witch Project blends fine art, music, film, and theater into a singular creative voice.
🎧 Hear more: Mollie Kellogg on Soundcloud
First Line: Community Storytelling + Karaoke Night
FIRST LINE & KARAOKE hosted by Casi Kristant aka Berkshire’s own Poppy DaBubbly
Thurs : June 19th!
6–8 PM | First Line: Storytelling Night
Each month, WANDERers gather to share five‑minute personal stories inspired by a single prompt—in May, it’s “I should have listened to that voice…”. Bring your memories, epiphanies, or playful riffs on intuition, and let the collective magic of shared storytelling spark new connections.8–10 PM | Karaoke Night
Stick around as the mic stays hot for our inaugural Karaoke Night! Whether you want to belt out a power ballad, rock a pop anthem, or cheer on your friends, this no‑pressure, all‑ages stage is yours. Come as you are, grab a song, and make some memories.
SING! Community Sing A Long x Berkshire Music School
June 22nd | SING OUT! Community Sing-Along with Berkshire Music School | 2 PM
🎶 Sing Out! Disney Edition 🎶
Join us for a joyful, all-ages community sing-along where voices rise together in harmony and celebration!
This special event features iconic DISNEY songs projected on a large screen—no stage fright, no pressure, just pure fun. Whether you're a lifelong musical fan or just love to sing with others, come connect, express yourself, and be part of something uplifting.
Bring a friend or meet one here—everyone’s welcome. Stay tuned for the list of featured songs!
$10 suggested donation per family - all proceeds benefit Berkshire Music School
Bella's Monthly Drag Bingo (last Tuesday of the month)
Bella’s Bingo Ball - June 24th!
Last Tuesday of the month
This fun-filled evening is more than just a bingo game—it’s a celebration of community, inclusivity, and creativity with an intermission performance by Bella Santarella
SONG SO WILD AND BLUE: Paul Lisicky Book Reading + Kendra McKinley Performing songs of Joni
SONG SO WILD AND BLUE: A Tribute to Joni Mitchell through Song + Story
Thursday, June 27 | 6–9 PM | WANDER Berkshires
WANDER invites you to a transcendent night of music and memoir as we honor the legacy of Joni Mitchell—icon, poet, and visionary—through a special tribute blending live performance and literary reflection.
Queer Family Karaoke
Get ready for a vibrant queer family karaoke afternoon
Saturday, June 28th, 2025, from 3-5 PM.
This will be a welcoming and fun space for queer families to gather and enjoy an afternoon of music. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just looking to have a good time, this is a chance to connect with others in the community and share some laughs as everyone takes turns at the mic. It's set to be a memorable afternoon of songs and community
Bottomless Bricks: Brick & Sip : PRIDE Edition
Join us for a special Pride Month edition of Brick & Sip—an evening of creativity, connection, and celebration!
We're teaming up with Bottomless Bricks and Berkshire Pride for this colorful, community-centered event.
-$30 per person includes all building materials and a zero proof cocktail
-Open to ages 18+
-Space is limited — secure your spot today!
LGBTQ+ Community Potluck (1st Thurs of the month)
Please join us for our monthly Berkshire Queer Community Potluck
Thursday, June 5th from 5:30-7:30pm. (every 1st Thursday)
This event is free + allies are welcome
Bring a dish to share
Queer Yoga partnership Seeing Rainbows JUNE
Join us for a queer-centered gentle yoga class in partnership with Seeing Rainbows and instructor, Gillian Ebersole.
This gentle monthly class is open to all queer folx and allies, 6/4, 11 and 18 (but 4:30pm on the 18th) 5:30-6:30pm.
come early if you would like nourish yourself with a beverage or snack.
Participants should bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes.
If you don't have a mat and need one provided, please try to let us know ahead of time so we have enough.
6/4, 11 and 18 (but 4:30pm on the 18th)
Artist Slam X Meet Up
Join us for an Art Slam, a fast-paced, fun, and interactive event where artists take the stage to present their work, share their process, and engage in conversation—just like a poetry slam, but for visual art!
When: June 3rd from 10 – 11:30 AM
Bella's Monthly Drag Bingo (last Tuesday of the month)
Bella’s Bingo Ball
Last Tuesday of the month
This fun-filled evening is more than just a bingo game—it’s a celebration of community, inclusivity, and creativity with an intermission performance by Bella Santarella
Shimmy & Shine: Burlesque Workshop + Performance Showcase
DOORS 6P • WORKSHOP 6:30-7:30P • SHOW 8P
Join us for an unforgettable evening of glamour and glitz + exciting blend of learning, performing, and celebrating the art of burlesque.
Defy: Words in Bloom An Evening of New Work by Women Writers
Defy: Words in Bloom : An Evening of New Work by Women Writers
Listeners are invited to experience poetry and creative nonfiction performed by the local authors.
This event is produced as part of ArtWeek Berkshires, an annual celebration of creativity.
COME AS YOU ARE (CAYA) DANCE NIGHT
COME AS YOU ARE (CAYA)
A community dance night for every body, every rhythm, every mood
DJ JASON MANATEE, founder of BeatNest
Pam Ellis: Berkshire Medium Community Spiritual Reading + Fundraiser
Pam Ellis: Berkshire Medium — Community Spiritual Reading + Fundraiser
Doors at 5PM | Live Music by Lita
Join us for a very special, one-night-only with Pam Ellis, Berkshire Medium, as she offers a powerful Community Spiritual Reading to benefit Berkshire Pride.
Space is limited
Spring Narrative Processing + Liberatory Visioning Workshop
Stand at the fulcrum between past and future — summon a bubble of liberation with our recurring guided narrative workshop.
SAVOR + SAVOR : SOUND + SOUP
SAVOR + SAVOR + SOUND + SOUP
FRIDAY MAY 9TH
6P Soup service from chef Bobby, will be available for purchase for $10
Sound Journey with spiritual practitioner Holly will be begin at 7P
DRAG Choreo Workshop (class 1 of 3)
Looking to up your game as a drag performer?
Tired of your moves? Need some help killing it?! Want to ignite your true dragarama voice?!!
Come join us to increase your moves, dance skills and overall performance quality in a three workshop series
WANDER Berkshires May 4th, 2pm-5pm
Participation for all three workshops isn't required but is suggested.
Misty Blues Roadhouse Gospel Revival
Roadhouse Gospel Revival with Misty Blues s
Doors at 6PM | Show 7–9PM
Get ready for a soul-stirring night of gospel blues as Misty Blues brings their powerhouse sound to WANDER for Roadhouse Gospel Revival!
$20 ADVANCE TICKETS (recommended) or pay at the door. space is limited
Death Cafe hosted by Rebecca Churt
April 15th + 29th | Death Café | 2–4 PM
Hosted by Rebecca Churt, founder of The Grievery and end-of-life doula
Join us for a bi-weekly Death Café, a welcoming space for open, candid conversations about life, death, and everything in between.
NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO DEATH CAFE FOR THE MONTH OF MAY
An Evening with Ben Kohn presented by Berkshires Jazz
An Evening with Ben Kohn presented by Berkshire Jazz
Saturday, April 26th
Doors 7 | Show 7:30P-9:30P
FREE!
The preeminent keyboard artist in the region, Kohn will appear with his trio and special guests in a cabaret setting as part of the 2025 Pittsfield City Jazz Festival presented by Berkshires Jazz
Pittsfield CityJazz Crawl Dance Party
The Pittsfield City Jazz Festival annual Jazz Crawl anchors the opening weekend events, and features local artists in restaurants and lounges throughout the City.
🎶 PITTSFIELD CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL - THIS WEEKEND!
FREE!
Friday, April 25
6–7:30 PM: Jason Ennis Trio
9–11 PM: Dance Set with Lucky 4 Quartet
Saturday, April 26
7:30–9:30 PM: An Evening with Ben Kohn presented by Berkshire Jazz
2025 Pittsfield City Jazz Festival presented by Berkshires Jazz
Stories x Supper Series : First Line
April 23 | First Line
TONGHTS EVENT IS CANCELED - JOIN US as we return on MAY 22nd 6P
Kids Tea Party + Paint & Sip with Downtown Pittsfield, Inc (FREE)
Downtown Pittsfield Celebrates Spring: Free Children’s Spring Tea Party and Paint & Sip
Tuesday, April 22, from 2 to 4 pm
This free Spring-themed Tea Party and Paint & Sip is best suited for ages 3 to 12, although younger and older children are welcome. There will be free lemonade and cookies for the kids
All materials and instruction for the Paint & Sip will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is supported by The Feigenbaum Foundation, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., and WANDER Berkshires.
For more information on Downtown Celebrates Spring, visit downtownpittsfield.com
The mission of Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. is to strengthen and promote Downtown Pittsfield, Inc.’s membership through advocacy, collaboration, and celebration.
Sober Sweaty Dance Party w DJ BENGEY
The return of the Sober Sweaty Dance Party
April 19th
8-11 PM
DJ BENGEY
$10 Cover
Brick & Sip with Bottomless Bricks
Join Erin Landry from BOTTOMLESS BRICKS for our first BRICK & SIP!
Celebrate the return of spring by building your own LEGO daffodils to take home, all while savoring a refreshing mocktail or beverage of your choice.
Cost: $30 per person (includes LEGO set, vase, and one WANDER beverage of your choice)!
Ages 18+ | Preregistration required
Don’t miss out on this fresh and festive spring event—register for your spot today!
Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details: No building experience necessary
Queer Yoga partnership Seeing Rainbows April
Queer-Centered Gentle Yoga at WANDER 🌈
In partnership with Seeing Rainbows and instructor Gillian Ebersole, WANDER hosts a monthly gentle yoga class rooted in queer joy, connection, and community. Open to all queer folks and allies, this welcoming class invites participants to move, breathe, and be present — together.
📅 Upcoming Date: Wednesday, April 17
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
Arrive early to enjoy a snack or beverage from the café. Please bring a yoga mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. Don’t have a mat? Let us know in advance — we’ve got you.
✨ Pay-what-you-can | Suggested donation: $20
No one will be turned away for lack of funds. 🌟 Register at SeeingRainbows.org
Come as you are, move at your own pace, and find strength in community. We can't wait to see you there.
CAMP HAPPY PLACE Trivia Night Fundraiser
CAMP HAPPY PLACE Trivia Night Fundraiser!
Come join us on Tuesday April 15th from 6-8PM for an evening of general and music trivia hosted by DJ Pup Daddy.
Enjoy a taco and a dessert bar provided by KJ Nosh, great raffle prizes and a one-of-a-kind mocktail created by the owner of Wander just for us!
Camp Happy Place is an overnight camp that provides a fun and safe community for children who have lost a parent to addiction. All proceeds from the evening go directly to fund our 30 campers for an experience they will never forget.
Doors open at 6:00PM
$45 Get your advance tickets HERE
Death Cafe hosted by Rebecca Churt
April 15th + 29th | Death Café | 2–4 PM
Hosted by Rebecca Churt, founder of The Grievery and end-of-life doula
Join us for a bi-weekly Death Café, a welcoming space for open, candid conversations about life, death, and everything in between. Guided by Rebecca Churt, these gatherings invite people of all ages to explore topics like mortality, dying, and the meaning of life — free from judgment, agendas, or specific belief systems.
Death Cafés are not grief support groups or therapy sessions, but rather opportunities to reflect and connect in community, with the goal of fostering greater comfort with death as a natural part of life.
🗓️ This is a recurring group — mark your calendar for every other Tuesday, 2–4PM. All are welcome.
GRRL HAUS CINEMA presents Digital Drift : Stories of Nature, Tech, and Identity
GRRL HAUS CINEMA presents
Digital Drift : Stories of Nature, Tech, and Identity
APRIL 12th 5-8P $12
This collection dives into the push and pull between the digital and natural worlds. From social media spirals to eco-grief, these films explore how we find ourselves (or lose ourselves) in a world caught between technology and the environment. It’s all about the ways we try to stay connected—to nature, to each other, and to who we are.
All films are presented in English or in their original language with English subtitles.
VISIT GRRL HAUS CINEMA FOR MORE INFO ON THE (11) SHORT FILMS + PURCHASE $12 ADVANCE TICKETS
Please note: GRRL HAUS CINEMA films are suitable for 18+ audiences and may contain subjects not suita
Zine Making Workshop - special collaboration with the J. S. Bryant School)
Zine Making Workshop - a special collaboration with the J. S. Bryant School
Saturday, April 5 12-2:00 PM
THEME: Seeing Past the Story
—What is a zine anyway? Zines are small, handmade art books filled with poetry, drawings, collage, or whatever you want! We must resist in any way we can, and art is the best way to flourish and enrich our lives. You don’t need to share art to enjoy it, but it provides another way to interact with our community. Basic supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own magazines, markers, stickers, or other supplies to make your zine your own!
Workshop run by Leo Skoble, in partnership with the J. S. Bryant School
—Let’s make some art and help out the community along the way!
LGBTQIA+ teens + friends & family welcome! RSVP by emailing rsvp@jsbryantschool.org
Suggested donation is $10 —> give a donation to our other programs and |or buy yourself a treat from WANDER!
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The J.S. Bryant School is the first private, not-for-profit therapeutic high school dedicated solely to the needs of LGBTQIA+ high school students. They are one of many answers to the question “What does your dream for the future look like?“ Imagine a future in which you were wholly free to be yourself, everywhere and around everyone. Our art making will begin to conjure that future to the present, and begin to bring the idea from possibility to reality
Admissions are open for the 2025-26 school year. LGBTQIA+ high school students entering 9-12th grade are encouraged to check it out and see if it would be a good fit. You do not need to be interested in attending the school to partake in this event!
April Fool for You Burlesque Cabaret Show
April 5 | April Fool for You Burlesque Cabaret Show by Trash Sisters | 7–10 PM
Get ready for a night of sexy surprises and hilarious hijinks at the April Fool for You Burlesque Cabaret Show! Presented by the dazzlingly irreverent Trash Sisters, this one-night-only event promises an unforgettable evening of glitter, glamour, and bold performance art.
Expect the unexpected — and don’t forget your sense of humor.
Ages 18+ $20 Get advance tickets HERE
Trans Day of Visibility - Screening + Celebration with Berkshire Stonewall Coalition
March 31 | Trans Day of Visibility:Berkshire Stonewall Coalition | 6-8 PM
Annual Trans Day of Visibility screening - Queer History Project interviews of local Berkshire Trans community members, a night to celebrate storytelling, and solidarity.
Trans Day of Visibility “We’re Here, We’re Queer, We’re Not Going Anywhere” Celebration
Join us for a Trans Day of Visibility Celebration at WANDER! All ages. All are welcome.
More details to come.
