Sample the Cat brings soulful rock magic from the heart of Berkshire County. With a smooth fusion of blues, funk, and rock reminiscent of Alicia Keys fronting the Foo Fighters, their dynamic energy and heartfelt originals—especially from their 2025 debut album From Scratch—create a live experience that’s as moving as it is electrifying.

Bring a chair, a picnic, friends or just yourself. Held outdoors on the Becket Arts Center lawn

(rain location: Becket Federated Church)

Free and open to the public Donations appreciated

Join our Berkshire Plein Air group to paint, draw and photograph at an outside location in Becket. (Actual Location TBD)

Open to artists of all levels. Work till noon, then join us for lunch (bring a lunch) and critique providing positive suggestions. Bring your oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, drawing, photography or digital painting equipment.

Wednesdays, once a month from 10am - 1pm with a break for lunch

$10 / Person - Free for Members of the Becket Arts Center & Members of the Guild of Berkshire Artists

Sign up by 6:30 pm the night before. Weather and regulations permitting

Join the Becket Stories Project during this evening of storytelling.

Do you have a story about what makes Becket special to you? Join your friends and neighbors and hear about the people, places, and events that make Becket Becket. This is the kick off event for Becket Stories- an Oral History/ Storytelling Project being done at the Arts Center. This fall we will begin collecting and documenting stories and artifacts from the community and creating an archive for all to enjoy. Find out how to join the project and let your voice be heard!

IF YOU FILLED OUT THIS FORM PREVIOUSLY NO NEED TO DO IT AGAIN. 

Celebrate the season at Becket's annual Fall Family Fun Day! Join the community on Saturday, September 27 from 12-5pm, for a day of autumn-themed festivities at the North Becket park, across the street from Becket Washington School.

This free event, presented by the Becket Parks and Recreation Committee and Becket Arts Center, features a variety of activities for all ages. Enjoy raffles, games, and fun family activities.. Live music will fill the air throughout the day with a lineup of talented local bands.

Bring a blanket or chairs, and get ready for a day of fun and fall vibes with your friends and neighbors! Rain date: Sunday, September 28.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

Regardless of the genre-- from jazz to blues and roots rock to country-- JoAnne Redding connects with her audiences with a gut-level honesty. An emotive song stylist, she has shared the bill with major acts including The Mavericks, Asleep at the Wheel, Hank Williams, Jr., and many others, lighting up stages from New Orleans to New England. Redding's How It Is album spent three months in the Top Ten of Roots Music Report's Blues Chart. She has been a guest speaker for the Connecticut Songwriters Association and a guest on radio and TV throughout the U.S. She was honored to perform her poignant song about older child adoption, "A Family to Love," at the Rhode Island State House one National Adoption Day. A veteran performer and songwriter, JoAnne's songs from her three albums were played on over 250 radio stations worldwide back in the pre-internet days, and they've been featured on TV and in film.

Benny "Fingers" Kohn is a Berkshire-based pianist, singer, and composer. Undoubtedly the most sought-after pianist in the region, though he's far too modest to say it, Benny collaborates with and accompanies countless local and regional artists. From jazz to rock, from folk to funk, his versatility and skill is impressive. You can catch Benny playing solo and leading his own combos throughout the Berkshires and beyond. 

Dave Christopolis is an upright and electric bass player who covers a diverse set of musical styles. On any given week, Dave is gigging with bluegrass outfits, backing up singer/songwriters, supporting a blues band, and working with jazz musicians in various combos throughout New England. Dave has recorded bass on over 20 records, including projects for Signature Sounds and Flying Fish/Rounder Records. 

Free and open to the public Donations appreciated

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Discover the magic of nature's artistry in this hands-on workshop! You’ll learn how to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind prints using real leaves and vibrant watercolors.

We'll guide you through each step, from selecting the perfect leaf to applying paint and pressing your unique botanical masterpiece. This is a chance to experiment with color, texture, and composition, and you'll leave with a stunning piece ready to be framed or gifted.

No prior experience with watercolor or printing is needed—just a love for nature and a desire to create!

All materials will be provided however please feel free to bring your own supplies such as paint brushes and watercolors.

Please note that there will be a 1-hour break for lunch from 12-1pm. (Bring your own or patronize one of Becket’s local eateries)

$80 Workshop Fee

$70/$60 Members pay what you can with Tiered Pricing

$40 Card to Culture Member Fee

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Chilean-born vocalist Natalia Bernal hails from Iquique, a city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Atacama Desert. Now based in New York City, Natalia’s rich and entrancing voice evokes the drama of the natural surroundings of her homeland. Drawing from songwriting traditions of Latin America, her original compositions and selections from the Great American Songbook surprise with a refreshingly improvisational texture. www.nataliabernal.com

Guitarist Jason Ennis is an exciting voice in the world of jazz guitar. His unique sound, deep groove and sensitive feel, along with a diverse background in jazz, blues, Brazilian music and classical music have made him highly in demand as a soloist, sideman, bandleader and musical director. www.jasonennis.com

Free and open to the public Donations appreciated

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

“Join me in turning up the heat on community immunity for a hands-on fire cider making workshop! Fire cider, a beloved traditional immune and cold and flu remedy, is an amazing immune support tonic, and these types of remedies are such a benefit to know how to prepare, and empower your health in your home and community through the cold season ahead.” 

The name "Fire Cider" was coined by modern herbal elder and pioneer Rosemary Gladstar. Come learn about the history of this remedy, its uses, the legal efforts to "free fire cider" and have hands-on experience chopping, combining and infusing this delicious infused vinegar. 

This powerful, spicy, and tangy tonic is a staple for natural wellness enthusiasts. We'll walk you through the preparation process, discussing the benefits of each ingredient.

Each participant will take home a jar of fire cider to infuse at home and instructions for decanting and finishing when it's ready.

Supplies needed!

Please Bring:

~ A knife

~ A box grater

~ A cutting board

~ Something to protect your eyes if needed - we will be chopping lots of roots that will make you cry! (onions, horseradish etc.)

Cost: $50 Workshop Fee

$40/$30 Member Workshop Fee (Pay what you can with tiered pricing)

$25 Card to Culture Member Fee

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Discover the wonderful world of needle felting in this beginner-friendly workshop!

This class covers all the basics: Get to know the different types of wool, needles, and tools. Tina will guide you step-by-step as you create a seasonal, 2-dimensional wool painting.

$80 Workshop Fee

$70/$60 Members pay what you can with Tiered Pricing

$40 Card to Culture Member Fee

Youth (9 - 12 Grade) Free

Spaces are limited, so register today to secure your spot!

Lara Tupper and Ben Kohn present spirited interpretations of tunes from the American Songbook and musical theater. Lara studied jazz at Wesleyan University, served in Barry Manilow’s back-up choir, and for six years held performance residencies in Thailand, Japan, China, and the United Arab Emirates for Hilton Hotels International. (For more details, see her autobiographical novel, A Thousand and One Nights.) Ben first sat in front of a piano at the age of six, after his parents picked it up at a thrift shop. He studied jazz piano at Berklee College of Music and performs at home and abroad with blues, rock, and jazz ensembles. Together, Lara and Benny present an evening of stories and show tunes designed to invigorate.

This performance is made possible by grants from the Becket and Washington Cultural Councils, local agencies supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

October & November

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming weekly gathering where everyone is encouraged to explore their voice - no matter your experience or confidence level. Led by Paula Langton, a Certified Linklater Voice Teacher, these sessions offer a space to connect through the joy of singing.

We'll begin with gentle vocal warm-ups to ease into the session. Then, we'll dive into playful and collaborative singing, including harmonies, rounds, canons, and songs from various traditions. No sheet music and no pressure - just the shared experience of exploring our voices & making music together.

Come as you are, stay as long as you like, and leave when you need to. Whether you're a seasoned singer or just curious, you're welcome here.

Drop-in friendly. All voices welcome.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

Sean McCusker will be demonstrating the techniques that make his work a unique fixture of the Berkshires arts scene. Landscapes full of contrast and color, his glazed oil paintings express a mysterious drama that is unmistakable.

Sean’s paintings are made up of roughly thirty thin, transparent layers, each one adding complexity. As the layers are carefully worked up the composition's forms and colors become more contrasted, more dramatic. The translucent layers create a glowing composition of dark shadows suspended in light.

For over 20 years Sean has developed his oil glazing technique and is excited to share with you all of the tips and tricks that have helped him hone his craft. Each session will show the development of a new layer on a work in progress, so participants can see the work develop from sketch to finished work of art.

Demonstrations start at 1pm every Sunday from October 5th to December 21st, 2025.

Sashiko is a Japanese mending and embroidery handwork skill which uses a simple running stitch to create bold and geometric patterns on textiles. The stitching tradition has been used for centuries in Japan, and continues globally, as a contemporary needlework practice to mend, patch, strengthen, quilt, and embellish garments or home goods for longevity and beauty. With focus on exploration of the craft, workshop participants will learn how to handle thread, layout a grid, draw patterns, employ a Sashiko needle, and use “small stabs” to stitch designs onto their mini-patch samplers.

Sashiko patterns are inspired by nature, architecture, and culture. Students will choose from a variety of motifs that suit their design aesthetic and comfort level; tiny plus signs, woven tortoise, ocean waves, and seven treasures to name a few. The stitched squares can later be transformed into purposeful, small goods such as a pocket, pin cushion, patch, sachet, or coaster.

All skill levels are welcome whether a novice stitcher or experienced fiber artist! Everyone will work at their own pace. Bring your good reading glasses!

**********************Snow Date: March 29th************************

Workshop Fee: $80

Member Fee: $70/$60

Card to Culture Member Fee: $40

Youth (9th - 12th Grade) $25 *Please Note: High School students under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

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