Thirsty in the Berkshires

Classes, Workshops & Talks
Adult 18+
Free

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Free event taking place at Hot Plate Brewery in Downtown Pittsfield. Reservations are not required.

Pittsfield’s commercial brewing history was over 60 years in the making when, in 1886, Jacob Gimlich, one of the principals of the successful Pittsfield brewery firm Gimlich and White, declared people should “use beer for their refreshment and invigoration in a temperate, manly, proper way.” A part of Pittsfield and Berkshires culture since the English and Dutch came to the area in the early eighteenth century, craft beer making is enjoying a resurgence squarely anchored by over 200 years of brewing and drinking one of …

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780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201

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Launched in 2018 in Berkshire County, Zeitcaster is an online platform that centralizes local event listings to foster community connections, helping residents and tourists discover public outings while boosting visibility for venues, organizations, and historic sites. Our calendar features a range of cultural, recreational, and family-friendly events to cater to diverse lifestyles. Designed for both venue operators and attendees, Zeitcaster supports tourism, economic growth, and civic pride—helping great events find the audiences they deserve. At a time when human connection matters more than ever, we make it simple for locals to uncover hidden gems and for visitors to authentically experience vibrant communities, promoting civic engagement and shared experiences for kids, parents, and friends alike.

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