Song that best describes you: Jimmy Buffett’s “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes” Favorite Artists: Train, Five for Fighting, Jimmy Buffett, Harry Chapin, Billy Joel, Bruuuce! Favorite Movies: Caddyshack, Casablanca, Marx Bros. classics Favorite Food: Soft pretzels, Philly cheesesteaks What do you like most about the Berkshires? The ever-changing scenery Describe a picture-perfect weekend: Would probably include winning Powerball
Mike Garland
Tax Free From A to Z
We have some information and shopping suggestions for tax-free shopping in Massachusetts this weekend.
Up Close and Personal with Nature Matters
Lee's Jen Leahey has started Nature Matters, a new 501c3 not for profit offering educational programs featuring direct experiences with live animals and the outdoors for audiences of all ages.
Helping to Fill a Need in South Berkshire
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts helps to support food security efforts, with a monthly Brown Bag for elders in Stockbridge and a mobile food bank in Great Barrington.
Weekend Heritage Walks Coming Up In September
63 free, guided interpretive walking tours will be offered by the Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area on Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 8-30.
Rockwell Museum To Host Naturalization Ceremony
The Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge will once again partner with the Berkshire Immigrant Center to host their annual United States Citizenship Naturalization Ceremony on Friday, August 10 from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M.
Lake Mansfield Boat Launch Update
Work continues at the boat launch on Lake Mansfield Rd. in Great Barrington.
Grillsdale 2018: A Lot of Food and Fun in Hillsdale
"Grillsdale 2018: Third Time's a Char", a festive evening of grilled food and live music takes place on Saturday August 25 in Roe Jan Park in Hillsdale, NY starting at 7 P.M.
20th Annual Monument Cup Youth Soccer Tourney Scheduled
The Monument Cup Soccer Committee is again hosting a 3v3 soccer tournament for youth players in the U10, U12 & U14 age groups, in both boys and girls divisions. This year's 20th annual edition is scheduled for Saturday, September 22 at Monument Mountain Regional H.S.
Mass Raises West Nile Virus Risk Levels
The Mass. Dept. of Public Health has raised the West Nile virus risk level classification from low to moderate in several South Berkshire County communities. No human cases reported so far.
Free Form Fun at Monterey Library Knox Gallery
Knox Gallery at Monterey Library is inviting you to "A Happening" this Friday Aug.3 from 4-7 P.M. For a suggested donation of $15 for adults and $5 for students you can join in creating a piece of collaborative art on the walls of the soon-to-be-renovated gallery.