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Community

The Rural We: Rona Easton

After a couple of decades living and working in several of the world's major cities – London, Berlin, Hong Kong and New York City – Rona Easton and Lonn Combs found their way to the Hudson Valley, and on to the Berkshires. EASTON+COMBS, their business partnership, is an award-winning,

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Parties

A Saturday Evening for J.C. Leyendecker at The NRM

Rachel Louchen reports from Stockbridge. The arrival of spring brings change and, at Norman Rockwell Museum, it means "fresh new work" said Director Laurie Norton Moffatt, as she addressed the crowd at the opening reception for J.C. Leyendecker and The Saturday Evening Post on Saturday, March 21.

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Food

Talbott & Arding Embraces A Piece Of Hudson’s Past And Present

Photos by Annie Schlechter By Greg Cerio Customers of the new Hudson, NY food shop Talbott & Arding Cheese and Provisions might be so busy admiring the shop’s crisp interior details (white tile, dove-gray wainscoting) that they only glance at the pitted marble counter used to display house-made scones,

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Parties

Gutsy Gals Make Films And Walk The Red Carpet

Lisa Green reports from Great Barrington. A red carpet event in our region? It’s happening frequently these days, and on Saturday, March 21, the carpet and backdrop were staged for the first-ever Gutsy Gals Inspire Me Film Awards at Bard College at Simon’s Rock. Presented in conjunction with

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Parties

The Farmers Have Many Friends At Carhartts + Cocktails

Lisa Green reports from Williamstown. Just a day after National Agriculture Day, farmers and supporters met up on Thursday, March 19 at Mezze Bistro for Carhartts + Cocktails. Nancy Thomas, owner of Mezze (and Allium in Great Barrington), wanted to recognize the growth of several new CSAs and farms in northern

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Real Estate

Very Villa

The country villa at White Plains in Stockbridge has it all: large living spaces and a host of condo amenities. The beautiful great room sets the tone of the entire home, with soaring ceilings, an elegant fireplace and lots of space and continues into the modern kitchen with the sunny

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Real Estate

The Condo At Lion's Head

With pastoral and private back views and a yard with established trees, this home has a country feel but the convenience of a condo. Located in the Lion's Head Complex in Salisbury, which offers a shared pool and tennis court, the three-bedroom, three-bathroom home has many quality, upgraded

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Real Estate

Ideal Location

This Lenox condo offers access to Cranwell Resort's outdoor pool, tennis court and golf course. The dining room, living room, family room, sunroom and master bedroom with bathroom and large closet are located on the main level. Upstairs, there is another bedroom and bathroom, plus a bonus loft

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Real Estate

A Touch of History

While most condos are associated with a more modern aesthetic, this one presents the unique opportunity to live in an historic home built in 1794. Filled with period details, this Norfolk condo has a bright kitchen, living/dining room with tiger- and bird's-eye maple paneling and Dutch doors

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Real Estate

Luxurious Space

This elegant and well-cared for condominium in Litchfield feels more like  a free-standing Colonial inside. There are hardwood floors, crown moldings, a fireplace and large living spaces. The condo includes three bedrooms, three and one-half bathrooms, a spacious eat-in kitchen, sunny dining room, formal living room and a deck. Additional

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Real Estate

Clock Tower Conversion

This Pittsfield clock tower has been converted into a stylish and energy-efficient condo. Just a short walk from all of Pittsfield's cultural attractions, this unit maintains the building's original details while integrating the living space with modern conveniences and elements. The two-bedroom, two-bath has a sleek

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Wellness

Fitness From The Field: Bodywork On Horseback

The Rural Intelligence region offers a plethora of fitness and healing modalities, but it can be hard to know which is the one that fits your needs, your body type and your schedule. Enter Paula Boyajian, a yoga instructor certified in Interdisciplinary Yoga and Yoga for the Special Child, who

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