There is perhaps no business who personifies the Berkshires through and through with a solid helping of homegrown flavors, a dash of symbiotic relations with a nationally-renowned downtown playhouse, and a perfect pinch of in-house art that makes the cake rise just right. Yes, it’s Mary’s Carrot Cake that has seemed to enjoy a fervent following since […]
PITTSFIELD – The sixth annual Taste of the Berkshires to benefit the Junior League of the Berkshires will take place Thursday, November 14th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza ballroom, 1 West Street. Nearly two-dozen restaurants, bakeries and breweries will be showcasing their specialties in what has become a true November […]
Talk about coming out of the gate full steam ahead. Since the Adams Ale House opened its doors in June, to say that it’s been going well would be a major understatement. Racking up accolades, priceless word-of-mouth and a reputation for customer service and responsiveness, owner Nate Girard exudes the energy of a spot that […]
It’s one of the best-kept secrets in the Berkshires. That’s something its longtime leader is working to change. For decades the Berkshire Community College culinary program has helped produce some of the finest food-service professionals in the region, and those who have gone to successful careers nationally and internationally. Participating in the Taste of the Berkshires […]
When Christine and Bill Heaton first met working together at a regional brewery outside Philadelphia years ago, how could they have imagined the journey that would follow? With a strong partnership and a leap of faith, the couple chose to come to the Berkshires and follow their passion. The Brew Works brought their work to […]
It’s the logical next step. I’ve written about Berkshire Money Management’s Allen Harris and his rational altruism philosophy. We’ve discussed how his strategic charitable giving is based on the idea that providing a boost to the community where he lives and works not only enhances quality of life – it’s also good for his business. […]
So, you remember the first go-round of the Artsbuck? It’s what put Pittsfield’s First Fridays ArtsWalk on the map with a cool rebate from those who spent $200+ on artwork featured in the monthly event. People got those Artsbucks, and used them. I could bore you with the numbers, but I won’t. The impact was […]
Operations Feline Fix in Full Effect – Community Support is Needed PITTSFIELD – Berkshire Animal DREAMS Executive Director Yvonne Borsody is calling for the support of the community for the continuation of Operation Feline Fix, a focused and concerted effort to spay and neuter community (stray) and house cats in strategic locations in Pittsfield. These […]
PITTSFIELD – Berkshire Animal D.R.E.A.M.S. announced today that the non-profit feline rescue organization will be holding an open house Saturday to celebrate the first anniversary of its new downtown location. The event will take place on Saturday, February 9th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Animal D.R.E.A.M.S. headquarters at 441 North Street. “This location has […]
A short week with the Martin Luther King holiday, friends Shawn Serre and Ashley Sulock pitched-in to host GMP on topics ranging from Governor Patrick’s proposed budget and tax changes, the mysterious life of frogs and salamanders (yes, they are still around in minus-10 degree weather), a half-marathon pitch, a firsthand account of Beyonce’s lip-synching, a […]