Rural Intelligence (Page 386)

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In The Tradition Of...

This property was designed by the godson of Frank Lloyd Wright, and the influence of his godfather is evidenced by this shingle-style home in Stockbridge. Featuring Arts and Crafts finishes, a notable touch in many Wright-designed houses, there is a chef's kitchen, spacious great room, three bedrooms and

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Start A New Tradition This Thanksgiving Weekend

As you're enjoying time with friends and family over the weekend, you might find yourself wondering what there is to do away from the dining room table. If getting a jump on holiday shopping is in your plans, then this Saturday, Nov. 26 is the perfect time. It&

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Food

At Cricket Creek Farm, There's A Party In The Creamery

Shane Solar-Doherty cuts and weighs the feta. By Lisa Green Last year, when Cricket Creek Farm in Williamstown, Mass. put out a pre-holiday call for volunteers to help wrap cheese, I couldn’t sign up fast enough. I’ve long been a fan of this dairy farm — its artisanal cheeses

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The Rural We: Elwood H. Smith

Elwood H. Smith studied at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and the Institute of Design at IIT, and worked for eight years as an art director, before deciding to become a full-time illustrator. In 1976, he moved to New York City and established himself in the field, where his

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Parties

Multicultural BRIDGE Honors Members Of The Community

Amy Krzanik reports from Lenox. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has” reads the quote on the button that Berkshire County resident Tommie Hutto-Blake carries in her pocket. The sentiment, attributed to cultural

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Dining Room With Views

A magnificent dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows will pull you into this Contemporary. There are three floors of elegant custom-design work and impressive details. Set on 30 tranquil acres in Norfolk, the main property is 13,000 square feet of modern living spaces with a stainless steel kitchen, six bedrooms

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Gracious Georgian

This stately Georgian, with a large dining room, is set on a backdrop of 200 acres in Chatham. The circa 1890 home offers a living room with six sets of French doors leading to a porch, a formal dining room and den with fireplace. There are five bedrooms and three-and-two-half

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Formally Yours

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home but this formal dining room might claim that title. In Pittsfield, this uniquely designed home on 2.3 acres boasts an open floorplan for easy entertaining and modern living. There are six bedrooms, five bathrooms, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room,

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Contemporary Colonial

Salisbury’s Kismet Hill estate is a classic Colonial yet modern inside, which extends to the dining room. Built in 1920, there is welcoming center hall, living room with fireplace and a chef’s-quality kitchen with a butler’s pantry. There are six bedrooms plus a home office. A separate

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Fine Dining

A magnificent dining room with fireplace and bay windows is as gracious as the rest of this 1903 Tudor home in Norfolk. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, all three floors of living space feature elegant custom-design work. There are three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, plus kitchen, living

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NWCT Celebrates Excellence In The Arts

Rachel Louchen reports from Torrington. Torrington's illustrious Warner Theatre welcomed artists, writers, photographers, non-profits, philanthropists and devoted cultural volunteers, all of whom make the Connecticut art scene so rich and vibrant. On Tuesday, Nov. 15 the Northwest Connecticut Arts Council honored members of their community (as well as

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The Rural We: Stacey Matthews

Stacy and Pels Matthews, far right, with their sons and Stacey's sister. Stacey Matthews and her husband, Pels Matthews, own The Matthews Group, a division of William Raveis Real Estate. Both were working on Wall Street but after Stacey had her twin boys, and having fallen in love

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