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News  Pittsfield District Court hosts 8th Annual Cultural Appreciation Week Celebration

The Pittsfield District Court hosted its 8th Annual Cultural Appreciation Week celebration on Thursday, October 24th, at the 24 Wendell Avenue courthouse. This year's theme is "Diverse Threads, One Tapestry. The Strength of Connections."
10/25/2024
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The event featured remarks by Court Administrator Thomas Ambrosino and Probation Commissioner Pamerson Ifill. Court staff and representatives from community organizations, including the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Department, presented and provided tips on navigating the court and legal system.

Irish Step dancing, performed by Scoil Rince Breifne O' Ruairc Dance School, and an art display of self portraits by local school children were among the highlights. Thai food was served by Flavours Food Truck.

Pittsfield District is a "Signature Court," a designated court site visited by state court and community leaders. Pittsfield's celebration is one of many events being held at courthouses and court offices across the state Monday, October 21- Friday, October 25, to celebrate diversity and culture in the courts and community. This statewide celebration is believed to be the largest and longest running event of its kind at any U.S. court.

Event photos
Two men pose with a young Irish step dancer
Probation Commissioner Pamerson Ifill, Irish Step Dancer Avery Drury, and Massachusetts Trial Court Administrator Thomas Ambrosino.
Four men pose for a picture.
From left to right: Kyle Schadler, Pittsfield CJSC Program Manager; PO Eric Mallet; Terrace O'Neil, Regional Supervisor; and Vaugh Ashley, participant volunteer at CJSC Pittsfield.
A man speaks
Kyle Schadler, Pittsfield Community Justice Support Center Program Manager
A group of children perform Irish step dance
Scoil Rince Breifne O' Ruairc Dance School students perform

Media Contact

Phone

Call Coria Holland, Communications Director at (617) 624-9319, CP: (617) 429-5629

Online

Email Coria Holland, Communications Director at coria.holland@jud.state.ma.us

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