Filmmaker & farmer Sharon Wyrrick’s documentary captures the history & spirit of the Center for Resourceful Living – an innovative program offered at North Adams State College from 1975-80 – through the stories & voices of its participants.

Superintendent Joe Bergeron addresses FY27 budget concerns: no new increases in staff or services; health insurance premium increase of 8.75%; and other factors resulting in a marked increase in Town assessments: 11.73% for Lanesboro & 12.7% for W’town. MG Finance Subcommittee meets 5pm on March 12 & 17. The School Comm. holds a virtual-only Public Hearing & Meeting to vote on the FY27 Budget at 6pm, Thu, Mr 19 on google meet. Participate via google meet link on mtg Agenda.

Craig Clough, Director of W’town Dept of Public Works, presents FY27 budget. Hoosac Water Quality District & Enterprise Funds (Water, Sewer, Transfer Station) also discussed.

Northern B’shire youth articulate 6 things they need from adults for positive growth in this youth-produced video: Care for me…Challenge me…Provide support…Share power…Expand my possibilities…Let me lead. All are invited to nbCC’s Youth-led Forum: Social Media Literacy on Thu, Mr 12, 4-6pm at Hotel Downstreet.

Managing Directors Raphael Picciarelli & Kit Ingui share Williamstown Theatre Festival future plans with Jane & Antonello.

Loretta J. Ross, activist & cofounder of the National Center for Human Rights Education & the SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective, she is an associate professor at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, and is the founder of LoRossta Consulting, with which she runs “Calling In” training sessions online and for organizations around the country.

Jay Racela, Williams College Environmental Analysis Lab Supervisor. Racela presents 2025 water quality monitoring findings & overall water quality.
Jane Winn receives The Tanzman Award for her work to protect & enhance the Hoosic & Housatonic Rivers. Winn is the founder & newly retired ED of the Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT)

This March 8th service also airing on WilliNet TV ch 1303: Sunday at 10am.