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All day

Alumni Tabling and Raffle – Location: Amphitheater
Tags: Connections

• Stop by and say hello to our Alumni Association! Update your contact information, enter our raffle, and pick up some free alumni swag — while supplies last!

Art Exhibit – Location: Koussevitzky Art Gallery
Tags: Exhibit

• Enjoy works on display by artist Kate Hamilton, featured in the gallery throughout the event.

Build-a-Bird (first-come, first-serve, while supplies last) – Location: F102
Tags: Recreation, Kid-friendly

• Create your own stuffed falcon to take home — our beloved mascot Burke brought to life! Available while supplies last.

Crafts Table – Location: Orchard Lawn
Tags: Recreation, Kid-friendly

• Take a break and get creative. Color a page, make a bookmark, or enjoy a hands-on craft at our arts table.

Falcon's Art – Location: Robert Boland Theater
Tags: Recreation, Kid-friendly

• Join our community mural project. Help paint a pre-outlined backdrop that will become a collaborative work of art for all to enjoy!

Enrollment 101: Start at BCC – Location: One Stop Enrollment Center
Tags: Educational

• Drop by the One Stop Enrollment Center for questions about applying to BCC, completing your FAFSA, exploring financial aid, and meeting with an advisor — no appointment needed!

Free weekend access to Paterson – Location: Paterson Field House
Tags: Athletic, Recreation

• Enjoy complimentary use of the Paterson pool and fitness center all weekend long!

Gene Expression: Choose Your Own Adventure – Location: Start at Library
Tags: Educational

• Take a self-guided scavenger hunt exploring DNA transcription and protein translation with hands-on activities highlighting real cellular functions using BCC's science resources.

Let's Play – Location: F203 Education Lab
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Explore hands-on play stations with open-ended materials that spark creativity and problem solving for children and families — plus tips for parents to encourage play at home.

Chair Massage with the Massage Therapy Program – Location: Connector
Tags: Educational

• Relax with a student-provided chair massage, offering a quick and refreshing break during the event.

Meet the Critters That Call Hoffmann Home – Location: Hoffmann Environmental Building
Tags: Educational, Recreation, Kid-friendly

• Tour the Hoffmann Environmental Center to learn about and interact with the plants and animals that live there. Discover their care, origins, and the importance of environmental stewardship.

SGA Lawn Games – Location: Two locations: Quad center circle and Orchard Lawn
Tags: Recreation, Outdoors, Kid-friendly

• Drop in anytime to enjoy classic lawn games set up by the Student Government Association. Fun for all ages!

Soccer Tournaments ( pre-registration required to play; all are welcome to watch!) – Location: Paterson Turf Field
Tags: Athletic, Recreation

• Enjoy exciting soccer tournaments throughout the day.

10 a.m.

Pilates Class – Location: Paterson Basketball Court
Tags: Athletic, Recreation

• Join us for a one-hour, all-levels Pilates session focused on building core strength, improving flexibility, and enhancing overall wellness.

"Free Community College" information session – Location: F139
Tags: Educational, Workshop

• Join this one-hour session with BCC Admissions to learn how to qualify for free community college and get answers to all your questions.

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Learn About Physical Therapy (PTA) – Location: Paterson Field House
Tags: Athletic, Kid-friendly

• Stop by the PTA table at Paterson for interactive demos and info about BCC's Physical Therapist Assistant program.

10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Pickleball Tournament ( pre-registration required to play; all are welcome to watch!) – Location: Paterson Outdoor Pickleball Courts
Tags: Athletic, Recreation

• Compete in or join in as a spectator at our pickleball tournament.

Funny Face Game – Location: Education Lab – F203
Tags: Recreation, Kid-friendly, Stress Relief

• Create hilarious faces by adding eyes, mouths, and more — while learning about the Student Support Center's resources that empower and include all students.

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

BCC Archive Open House: The History of BCC – Location: Library
Tags: Educational, Exhibit

• Explore interactive displays of BCC's history with yearbooks, photos, and student publications. Join in identifying faces and stories from the past!

Campus Tours – Location: One Stop Enrollment Center; on the hour from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tags: Educational

• Join a guided tour to explore the campus, learn about its history, and discover key highlights.

Child ID Project – Location: Fire Road – Near North Lot
Tags: Outdoors, Kid-friendly, Educational

• Visit the Child Identification Project booth, hosted by the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ County Sheriff's Office, to receive a free child ID card with photo, retinal scan, and key identifying information. This important safety resource supports families and helps law enforcement in case of an emergency.

Face Painting – Location: Quad - Koussevitzky Walkway
Tags: Recreation, Kid-friendly

• Transform into a tiger, butterfly, or anything your imagination desires! Fun face, hand, and arm painting is available for kids and adults throughout the day.

Fire Science for All – Location: Fire Road - Near North Lot
Tags: Recreation, Educational, Outdoors, Kid-friendly

• Explore the science of fire safety with hands-on demos, including a fire extinguisher simulator and a kid-friendly smoke maze. Meet Boots the remote-control fire dog and learn more about BCC's Fire Science program from faculty expert Dan.

Touch a Truck (police, fire, EMS) – Location: Fire Road – Near North Lot
Tags: Recreation, Educational, Outdoors, Kid-friendly

• Get up close with firetrucks, ambulances, and police vehicles in this hands-on experience for all ages. Enjoy live demos, meet Winston the therapy dog, and learn how BCC's Fire Science and Criminal Justice programs prepare first responders of the future.

Workforce Spin and Win – Location: Fire Road – Near North Lot
Tags: Recreation, Outdoors, Kid-friendly, Educational

• Try your luck at BCC's Workforce Human Spin Game. Ring the bell, watch the icons fly, and win a prize if you hit the workforce match! This fun, no-cost game highlights BCC's career pathways with real staff standing in as spinning reels.

10:30 a.m.

Retiree Tour – Location: Meet at Library
Tags: Connections

• Join fellow BCC retirees for a guided tour of the library and campus, including key program spaces and facilities. Reconnect with colleagues, explore what's new, and see how BCC continues to grow.

Robotics and Maker Space Demo – Location: ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, K213
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Experience the cutting-edge tools of the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, including a live robotics demonstration featuring a vision-guided system. Discover how our Mechatronics program prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing and automation.

Core Concepts – Location: A and P Lab – H415
Tags: Athletic, Educational, Workshop

• Explore the inner workings of "the core" in this 45-minute interactive session using anatomical models, digital tools, and the Anatomage table. Learn how posture, breath, and muscle systems support spinal stability and overall health.

11 a.m.

Alumni in Recovery: Stories, Support and Community – Location: M317
Tags: Educational

• Join BCC alumni and Students for Recovery for a panel discussion on lived experiences with recovery and the power of peer support. Hear from local leaders making an impact in the recovery community, with time for Q and A and open conversation.

Cooking Demo: Tortellini Salad – Location: Culinary Kitchen (use registration link)
Tags: Workshop, Educational

• Learn how to make a delicious, affordable tortellini salad using ingredients from BCC's Campus Cupboard. Space is limited to 20 participants; pre-registration is encouraged. Attendees will take home a recipe and ingredient kit to recreate the dish at home.

Integrating Innovative Micro-industrial Technologies into Theatrical Design – Location: M101
Tags: Educational

• This presentation provides an investigation of micro-industrial technologies (3D printing, laser engraving, computer aided design and rendering, and file sharing applications) as it applies to theatrical design. This investigation will be made through examples from current professional projects at theatre companies across the country.

"Paying for College" Workshop – Location: F139
Tags: Workshop, Educational

• Learn how to make college affordable in this one-hour workshop covering FAFSA, financial aid options, and how to apply for scholarships. Ideal for prospective students and families navigating the college funding process.

Sweet As Can Bee: The Process of Extracting Honey – Location: ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, K213
Tags: Educational, Outdoors

• Watch the fascinating process of honey extraction — from pulling and uncapping frames to spinning and filtering the final product into jars. Enjoy a taste test and learn how BCC's campus hives support our local ecosystem.

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Drone Demonstrations – Location: Lawn in front of Hawthorne
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Stop by for live drone demos and hands-on flight opportunities with BCC's drone consultant and adjunct Computer Science professor. Learn how drones are used across industries and at BCC, and even try flying one yourself (weather permitting) — parent or guardian required for participants under 18.

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Tarot Readings with Ashley – Location: Quad - Koussevitzky Walkway
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Receive a personalized tarot reading and gain insight into your future and inner self. Ashley is a seasoned tarot practitioner and offers thoughtful, cosmic-themed readings to help you reflect, find clarity, and better understand your personal path.

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Jam and Recording Sessions – Location: Recording Studio (K210A)
Tags: Educational, Recreation, Workshop

• Jump into the recording studio for a fun jam session. Try out microphones, record your own tracks, and take your recording home!

11:30 a.m.

Butterflies, Birds and Snakes: A Nature Walk – Location: Hoffmann Environmental Center
Tags: Educational, Recreation, Outdoors, Kid-friendly

• Join longtime BCC faculty member Tom Tyning for a guided nature walk exploring the wildlife that calls our campus home. From butterflies and birds to snakes and beyond, discover the biodiversity that thrives right here in the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈs.

Core Concepts – Location: Classroom A and P Lab – H415
Tags: Athletic, Educational, Workshop

• Explore the inner workings of "the core" in this 45-minute interactive session using anatomical models, digital tools, and the Anatomage table. Learn how posture, breath, and muscle systems support spinal stability and overall health.

Kid's Health Promotion Relay – Location: Nursing SIM Labs, H319 and H321
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Take on a fun obstacle course in BCC's nursing labs designed to challenge both body and mind! Geared toward kids, this activity introduces basic health practices while showcasing the college's Nursing and Health Promotion programs.

Manipulating Mass Media: A Student Perspective – Location: Classroom M103
Tags: Educational

• BCC student Victor Reyes shares his insights on the influence of mass media, drawing from personal research conducted in Professor Dickman's Mass Media course. This student-led talk invites reflection and conversation on media's role in shaping perception.

Pittsfield's Road to the American Revolution – Location: Classroom M102
Tags: Educational

• Join BCC Adjunct History Professor Gordon Roberts for a dynamic presentation on how Pittsfield prepared for and responded to the events leading up to the American Revolution. This engaging session brings local history to life as the nation reaches the 250th anniversary of its founding.

Robotic Demonstration – Location: ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, K213
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Experience the cutting-edge tools of the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, including a live robotics demonstration featuring a vision-guided system. Discover how our Mechatronics program prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing and automation.

12 p.m.

Integrating Innovative Micro-industrial Technologies into Theatrical Design – Location: M101
Tags: Educational

• This presentation provides an investigation of micro-industrial technologies (3D printing, laser engraving, computer aided design and rendering, and file sharing applications) as it applies to theatrical design. This investigation will be made through examples from current professional projects at theatre companies across the country.

Sweet As Can Bee: The Process of Extracting Honey – Location: ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, K213
Tags: Educational, Outdoors

• Watch the fascinating process of honey extraction — from pulling and uncapping frames to spinning and filtering the final product into jars. Enjoy a taste test and learn how BCC's campus hives support our local ecosystem.

Virtual Reality at BCC – Experience two empathy building 360° Documentaries – Location: Classroom, M301
Tags: Educational, Workshop

• Geared toward high school age and older, this experience features Step to the Line (10 minutes), which offers a powerful look inside the prison system and the shared humanity of inmates and volunteers. Traveling While Black (20 minutes) explores the history of restricted movement for Black Americans and the ongoing need for safe spaces, prompting reflection and dialogue on race and equity.

12 – 2 p.m.

BCC Volleyball Jamboree – Location: Paterson Gymnasium
Tags: Athletic, Recreation

• Catch the action as BCC hosts a Volleyball Jamboree, an exciting showcase of teamwork, athleticism and school spirit. Come cheer on the players and learn more about athletics at BCC!

Burke's Bake Off – County Wide Bakeoff – Location: SBA Ground floor
Tags: Recreation, Kid-friendly

• Showcasing culinary talent from across the county, this sweet and savory bake-off features celebrity judges, great prizes, and community spirit. Proceeds from an event cookbook will support BCC's Campus Cupboard.

12:30 p.m.

Manipulating Mass Media: A Student Perspective – Location: Classroom M103
Tags: Educational

• BCC student Victor Reyes shares his insights on the influence of mass media, drawing from personal research conducted in Professor Dickman's Mass Media course. This student-led talk invites reflection and conversation on media's role in shaping perception.

Pittsfield's Road to the American Revolution – Location: Classroom M102
Tags: Educational

• Join BCC Adjunct History Professor Gordon Roberts for a dynamic presentation on how Pittsfield prepared for and responded to the events leading up to the American Revolution. This engaging session brings local history to life as the nation reaches the 250th anniversary of its founding.

Robotics and Maker Space Demo – Location: ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, K213
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Experience the cutting-edge tools of the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Science Commons, including a live robotics demonstration featuring a vision-guided system. Discover how our Mechatronics program prepares students for careers in advanced manufacturing and automation.

1 p.m.

Being Latina Is.../¿Ser Latina es?... – A Panel by Latinas413 – Location: Classroom, M317
Tags: Educational

• Join BCC alumni and leaders of Latinas413 for a powerful panel in Spanish and English exploring identity, leadership, and community impact. This session highlights the voices and work of Latinas shaping the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈs and beyond.

Butterflies, Birds, and Snakes – A Walk – Location: Hoffmann Environmental Center
Tags: Educational, Recreation, Outdoors, Kid-friendly

• Join longtime BCC faculty member Tom Tyning for a guided nature walk exploring the wildlife that calls our campus home. From butterflies and birds to snakes and beyond, discover the biodiversity that thrives right here in the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈs.

"Free Community College" information session – Location: F139
Tags: Educational, Workshop

• Join this one-hour session with BCC Admissions to learn how to qualify for free community college and get answers to all your questions.

Virtual Reality at BCC – Experience two empathy building 360° Documentaries – Location: Classroom, M301
Tags: Educational, Workshop

• Geared toward high school age and older, this experience features Step to the Line (10 minutes), which offers a powerful look inside the prison system and the shared humanity of inmates and volunteers. Traveling While Black (20 minutes) explores the history of restricted movement for Black Americans and the ongoing need for safe spaces, prompting reflection and dialogue on race and equity.

Writing the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈs: An Informal Writing Workshop for Everyone – Location: Classroom, M401
Tags: Educational, Workshop

• In this relaxed, all-levels writing workshop, participants will read short, published works, explore the art of personal narrative, and respond to creative prompts. No experience necessary — just bring your curiosity and a willingness to write.

Fall Sports Injury Prevention – Location: Classroom H303 PTA Lab
Tags: Athletic, Educational

• Join BCC's PTA faculty for a hands-on session on preventing common fall sports injuries in soccer, football, volleyball and more. Learn signs, symptoms, care tips and key exercises. Perfect for student-athletes, parents and coaches alike.

1:30 p.m.

Kid's Health Promotion Relay – Location: Nursing SIM Labs, H319 and H321
Tags: Educational, Kid-friendly

• Take on a fun obstacle course in BCC's nursing labs designed to challenge both body and mind! Geared toward kids, this activity introduces basic health practices while showcasing the college's Nursing and Health Promotion programs.

2 p.m.

40 Under Forty Alumni Meet and Greet – Location: Beer Tent
Tags: Connections

• Reconnect and network with fellow 40 Under Forty honorees from across the years in this casual alumni gathering under the beer and wine tent. Celebrate shared accomplishments and build new connections.

"Paying for College" Workshop – Location: F139
Tags: Workshop, Educational

• Learn how to make college affordable in this one-hour workshop covering FAFSA, financial aid options, and how to apply for scholarships. Ideal for prospective students and families navigating the college funding process.

2:30 p.m.

Alumni Social Hour and Group Photo – Location: Beer Tent
Tags: Connections

• Join fellow BCC alumni at the beer and wine tent for a relaxed social hour. Don';t miss the group photo — a great way to mark the moment and celebrate your BCC connection!