Join Flying Cloud Education Coordinator, bird enthusiast, and Camouflage Egg Hunt creator Christian Drake for an interactive science/art lesson and make your own camouflage eggs with the family at 10 am, March 28th in the Summer Room at April Hill. Christian will show you how to use food-derived dyes to mimic natural colors and patterns on eggs, and introduce you to the wider world of animal camouflage at large. Three eggs will be provided for each participant, but feel free to bring extra from home! You may donate completed eggs to the Egg Hunt if you wish; the Egg Hunt officially begins at 12 pm. Participants must register in advance; spots are limited. Event tickets are $10 for all ages. Children must be accompanied by adults.

Bundle up and join us for an inspiring afternoon of local stories, big impact, and community connection! On Wednesday, February 18 from 3–5 PM, the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires invites you to the Berkshire Athenaeum auditorium for a special film screening featuring short videos from nonprofit organizations across Berkshire County, including Flying Cloud.

After the screening, stick around for a lively, brief panel with nonprofit leaders as they share what’s ahead for the sector this year—and how these organizations are making a difference right here at home.

Free and open to the public - Please RSVP Here

Snacks and refreshments provided

Special Chanukah project with Flying Cloud Institute!

On October 23, 2025, from 5-7pm, Flying Cloud Institute along with the Berkshire STEM Pipeline and the Berkshire Innovation Center, will be hosting a night of hands-on science and arts exploration for students in grades K-8! This is part of Massachusetts' 7th annual STEM Week and will be located at the Berkshire Innovation Center in Pittsfield. We'd love to have you join us!

Shakespeare & Company is hosting a Community Day on May 25th all over their campus to promote all sorts of offerings throughout the Berkshires. The day will be family friendly and offer live entertainment, food trucks, and various activities and games from their own company and different nonprofits, including Flying Cloud. Entrance to the Community Day and the activities are entirely free.

FREE! The GiT Hackathon is for high school aged girls who are interested in learning and applying their tech skills to address real-world problems. We will have programming for beginners and more experienced students, talks with tech professionals, and build friendships with other participants that are also interested in tech.

The Hackathon will be on April 12th 2025 from 9 to 4:30 and will be held at the Berkshire Innovation Center.

The GiT Hackathon is organized by Miss Hall's School, Flying Cloud Institute, and Berkshire Innovation Center with support from Lee Bank.

Learn more here.

We are excited to host a fun kids' activity featuring snowflakes and the formation of crystals at the Berkshire Botanical Garden’s Holiday Marketplace! Join us this Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

On October 22, 2024, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, Flying Cloud Institute along with the Berkshire STEM Pipeline and Hancock Shaker Village, will be hosting a night of hands-on science and arts exploration for students in grades K-8! This is part of Massachusetts' 6th annual STEM Week and will be located at Hancock Shaker Village. We'd love to have you join us!

Explore downtown GB in a new way - with art and activities by Flying Cloud youth, alums, teaching artists, and families on Tuesday, August 20th. Free and fun for all ages!

Camp families are welcome to visit April Hill in South Egremont on June 20th, 4:00-7:00 pm for an Open House and Silkscreening experience! More details to come.

We are excited to return to the Morningside Party in the Park on June 5th at Kellogg Park in Pittsfield! This celebration will feature spoken word and live music performed by Morningside Community School students. Free pizza and refreshments.

You're invited to Women in STEM Trivia at the Berkshire Innovation Center!

Join us in celebrating Flying Cloud's 40th anniversary as we pay tribute to the incredible women who volunteer in Young Women in Science. Everyone welcome. 

Tickets: $40 per person, or sponsor a team of 5 for $200. (Includes beverages and food.)

If ticket price is an issue or you can give more, please choose a “Give What You Can” price that suits you!

Proceeds support Girls Science Clubs.

Come solo, or bring your buddies for an engaging night of trivia and camaraderie. Prizes await the victorious teams!

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Sponsored by Webster Landscapes

On Wednesday, March 6th, Kids Club maven Melanie Willins will be joined by the Flying Cloud Institute who will aid in leading STEAM workshops for children.

Parents can drop off their little ones anytime between 3-8pm and enjoy time at the Campfire, sit and get some work done, or take a late afternoon hike to the waterfall, or a have a relaxing dinner. Adults are also welcome to stay and participate in creative projects and hang out with the kids. Kid-friendly food options will be available and The Stagecoach Tavern restaurant is also open for adults to enjoy a quiet dinner nearby. $25 for each child per session or $40 for 2 kids (3+ years old / Good for 3-8pm)

Join Berkshire United Way and Zion Lutheran Church for this FREE family festival, which will include information and resources, and children's activities from Flying Cloud Institute.

Saturday’s Downtown Festive Frolic events will be focused on the kids, and Saturday has been dubbed “Festive Frolic Junior”.

Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Saturday, December 2, 12 to 3 pm, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 67 East Street. There will be a bonus painting craft on wooden snowflake ornaments sponsored by St. Stephen’s, and a fun science activity presented by Flying Cloud Institute.

A fun evening of dinner, games and team building for mentors - Location to be determined.

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. Look for a special promotion from Flying Cloud this Giving Tuesday!

Flying Cloud will have a fun science and art activity for children at the Downtown Pittsfield... It's Alive! event on Saturday, October 21st. From 1:00 to 4:00 pm, there will be a Halloween-themed Kids' Zone in the McKay Street Garage, 55 Depot Street in Pittsfield.

On October 19, 2023, from 5-7:30 pm, Flying Cloud Institute along with the Berkshire STEM Pipeline and Berkshire Museum, will be hosting a night of hands-on science and arts exploration for students in grades K-8! This is part of Massachusetts' 6th annual STEM Week and will be located at Berkshire Museum. We'd love to have you join us!