North Adams nonprofit nbCC plans annual backpack giveaway

NORTH ADAMS — The North Adams-based nonprofit nbCC is preparing its annual backpack giveaway for local families, and the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire has lined up a songwriting discussion led by Bernice Lewis, according to community news items published this week.

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nbCC, a North Adams community nonprofit, announced plans for its annual backpack giveaway, a recurring effort to supply local children with school backpacks ahead of the coming year, according to a Berkshire Eagle Community News item.

Separately, the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire said Bernice Lewis will lead a songwriting discussion for area residents, per another Berkshire Eagle Community News submission. Further scheduling details for both events were not included in the announcements.