Pittsfield brief: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Berkshire Athenaeum releases new edition of civics booklet explaining Pittsfield city government structure.

Today in Pittsfield

• Library releases updated city civics booklet. The Berkshire Athenaeum has put out a new edition of its civics booklet explaining how Pittsfield city government works. Copies are available at the library and featured on its website this week.Pittsfield Public Library

Coming up

• Thu, Oct 1, 4 p.m.: Regional planning commission meets Thursday. The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission meets Thursday at 4 p.m. The body coordinates land use and planning issues across Berkshire County, including Pittsfield.Town of Pittsfield
• Fri, Oct 2: Salvation Army serves free lunch at the library. The Salvation Army hosts a free community lunch at the Berkshire Athenaeum on Friday. The event is open to all library visitors.Pittsfield Public Library
• Mon, Oct 5, 6 p.m.: Council rules committee meets Monday at City Hall. The Pittsfield City Council Committee on Ordinances and Rules meets Monday at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 70 Allen Street.Town of Pittsfield
• Tue, Oct 6, noon to 2 p.m.: EPA holds office hours at City Hall. Federal EPA representatives take resident questions during office hours Tuesday from noon to 2 p.m. in Room 203 at City Hall.Town of Pittsfield
• Tue, Oct 6, 4 p.m.: Library trustees meet Tuesday at the Athenaeum. The Board of Library Trustees meets Tuesday at 4 p.m. at the Berkshire Athenaeum, with a remote option available via Zoom.Town of Pittsfield
• Tue, Oct 6, 5 p.m.: High school council meets Tuesday afternoon. The Pittsfield High School Council meets Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the school counseling office at 300 East Street.Town of Pittsfield
• Tue, Oct 6, 5 p.m.: School building panel meets at Taconic High. The School Building Needs Commission meets Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the Epicurean Room at Taconic High School, 96 Valentine Road.Town of Pittsfield

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