Studio 9

06/18/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 20th at Gary Lichtenstein Editions Gary Lichtenstein Editions as we kick off a new partnership with the FreshGrass Foundation FreshGrass Foundation .

Together we are launching The Human Imagination Initiative which is inspired by the fundamental belief that human imagination (hi) is the foundation upon which our society is built. This equation must always remain true:
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hi>AI
create/think (for) yourself
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We asked Al Diaz to interpret the equation above and what started as a series of original collages has been transformed with silkscreen in a variety of different ways. On the afternoon of June 20th, guests will be invited to meet Al, see the work in person and create their own statement piece. Bring your ideas and share your voice – this is just the start of an ongoing dialogue!

When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 2pm
Where: Gary Lichtenstein Editions, 1315 MASS MoCA Way, North Adams, MA 01247
Materials will be provided and refreshments will be served. RSVP appreciated but not required. Free and open to the public.

06/17/2026

No Fiddle Hang would be complete without a Great Big Square Dance! 🎻🎻

Leave to Bruce Molsky and Darol Anger to meld all th

06/16/2026

Great Big Fiddle Hang - after hours 🔥🎻

FreshGrass Foundation Porches Inn at MASS MoCA

06/15/2026

Reminder! 🔊

No Open Mic on Tuesday, June 16, as we welcome the Great Big Fiddle Hang! 🎻🎻

Join us on Tuesday, June 23 for another addition of Tuesday Open Mic! You never know who might show up, especially around Solid Sound 😎!

Sign ups at 6:30pm and starts at 7pm.

06/13/2026

July 12 at Studio 9! 🎟️get your tickets in advance! You’ll want to join the party! 🔊

Nick Gaitan is a Houston-born bassist, singer-songwriter, and cultural advocate whose music and programs uplift Chicano and Tejano heritage. His solo albums—Bridges and Bayous and Nick Gaitan & The Umbrella Man—reflect his Gulf Coast roots, blending Tex-Mex, Swamp pop, and Chicano Soul. His song “I’ve Found My Weakness in You” was recorded by Billy Joe Shaver, and he’s toured globally with acts like Nikki Hill.
Nick Gaitan

A proud native of Houston’s East End, Nick’s music and community-driven initiatives have become a vital voice in preserving and celebrating Chicano culture. A lifelong musician, storyteller, and organizer, his work weaves together the soul of Tejano, Gulf Coast music, and Chicano heritage with a vision for social change and cultural preservation. Tickets at studio9porches.com

This concert kicks off Vincent Valdez: Drawing Workshop, July 12-16, 2026.

FreshGrass Institute invites you to immerse yourself in a 4-day drawing workshop with artist Vincent Valdez. Vincent Valdez

This workshop is focused on the intersection of figurative drawing and developing concepts. Participants are asked to bring a sense of curiosity to expand your technical practice with personal, social and political concepts. freshgrassinstitute.org

06/09/2026

Nick Gaitan with special guest Vincent Valdez

is a Houston-born bassist, singer-songwriter, and cultural advocate whose music and programs uplift Chicano and Tejano heritage. His solo albums—Bridges and Bayous and Nick Gaitan & The Umbrella Man—reflect his Gulf Coast roots, blending Tex-Mex, Swamp pop, and Chicano Soul. His song “I’ve Found My Weakness in You” was recorded by Billy Joe Shaver, and he’s toured globally with acts like Nikki Hill.

A proud native of Houston’s East End, Nick’s music and community-driven initiatives have become a vital voice in preserving and celebrating Chicano culture. A lifelong musician, storyteller, and organizer, his work weaves together the soul of Tejano, Gulf Coast music, and Chicano heritage with a vision for social change and cultural preservation.

06/09/2026

📣Summer 2026 is here! 📣

Tickets are now on sale at studio9porches.com 🎟️

06/08/2026

Sold Out - Advanced Tickets! 🎻
Limited number of tickets at the door!

Bruce Molsky & Darol Anger set up shop in North Adams for the Great Big Fiddle Hang!
and kick off the week with a public concert!

Sunday, June 14 at 7pm, doors at 6:30pm

Learn more at freshgrassinstitute.org 🎻

06/08/2026

🎙️Tuesday Open Mic June 9th🎙️
Sign ups & doors at 6:30pm
Starts at 7pm🎙️

Our stage comes alive with a symphony of diverse talents, from seasoned virtuosos to emerging performers. Our cutting-edge facilities ensure an immersive experience for both performers and audience, with top-notch acoustics and lighting that elevate every note, word, and joke to its full potential. Join us at Studio 9’s Weekly Open Mic, where creativity knows no bounds, and the spotlight is shared by all. It’s not just an open mic; it’s a showcase of all the creative excellence in the heart of the Northern Berkshires.

06/04/2026

Tickets now on Sale!
Summer at the ‘62 Center!
Friday, August 7 at 7pm.

An evening of music featuring Abigail Washburn & Martha Redbone w/ the Cody Sisters at '62 Center for Theatre and Dance, Williamstown, MA