Rural Intelligence
Ski Chalet in Stephentown
Real Estate

Ski Chalet in Stephentown

In the woods and of them: this is a log and post-and-beam home built in 1975 that encapsulates vintage chalet style. Even the kitchen is rough-hewn.
By Francesca Olsen •
Ruby Jones Brings Her Earthy-Chic Debut Fashion Line Home to Great Barrington
Madeline Mason models Ruby Jones. both are Berkshire natives.
Style

Ruby Jones Brings Her Earthy-Chic Debut Fashion Line Home to Great Barrington

Jones hosts a popup Black Friday at Jess Cooney Interiors.
By Jamie Larson •
An Interview with Ken Burns: “The American Revolution” Airs November 16 on PBS
Ken Burns
Arts

An Interview with Ken Burns: “The American Revolution” Airs November 16 on PBS

The acclaimed documentarian talks with us about his latest 12 hour, six part feature.
By Peter Aaron
Pocketbook Hudson Hotel and Ambos Restaurant Open in Stunning Factory Renovation
The exterior of the revived Pocketbook Hudson complex. Photo credit: Sean Davidson
Style

Pocketbook Hudson Hotel and Ambos Restaurant Open in Stunning Factory Renovation

The newly opened boutique hotel and restaurant revives an 1800s factory complex into stately venue.
By Chronogram Media Admin •
“Man of Constant Sorrow” Dan Tyminski and His Band at the Mahaiwe
Arts

“Man of Constant Sorrow” Dan Tyminski and His Band at the Mahaiwe

Tyminski has influenced modern bluegrass for more than three decades, including the ear worm from "O Brother Where Art Thou?"
By Francesca Olsen •
TŌN Benefit: Jurassic Park in Concert
Arts

TŌN Benefit: Jurassic Park in Concert

Tivoli is an unlikely place to be consumed by dinosaurs, but it's fun to pretend. Bard's The Orchestra Now (TŌN) presents the thrill of "Jurassic Park" with John Williams’ legendary score live to the film projected in HD.
By Francesca Olsen
Holiday Bazaar at The Tin Barn in Germantown
Community

Holiday Bazaar at The Tin Barn in Germantown

An especially cool thing about this bazaar is there's a rotating lineup of 30 vendors each day, providing a compelling reason to attend twice for local holiday shopping.
By Francesca Olsen •
Intro to Tarot at Ventfort Hall
Arts

Intro to Tarot at Ventfort Hall

An introductory workshop exploring the history, structure, and intuitive practice of reading Tarot cards. The session will cover the Ryder-Waite-Smith system, key etiquette, and foundational techniques.
By Francesca Olsen
The History and Future of Hudson's Iconic Church
Community

The History and Future of Hudson's Iconic Church

The Friends of First Presbyterian Church invite the community to an evening of exploration and conversation at Hudson’s iconic church on November 13.
By Francesca Olsen •
Were Slaves Living in Your Cellar? Talk Examines Architecture and Segregation
Community

Were Slaves Living in Your Cellar? Talk Examines Architecture and Segregation

Wheeler will examine how enslaved people lived in rural Dutch New York during the colonial period, including the ways architecture reflected systems of labor and segregation.
By Francesca Olsen
Michelin-Starred Sushi Chefs Bring Omakase Pop-Up at Dassai Blue Sake Brewery This Weekend
Food

Michelin-Starred Sushi Chefs Bring Omakase Pop-Up at Dassai Blue Sake Brewery This Weekend

The Hyde Park sake brewery’s growing sushi program is getting serious November 7-10.
By Brian K. Mahoney •
Local Communities Mobilize as SNAP Payments Stall
The lunch line at Dutchess Outreach in Poughkeepsie.
Community

Local Communities Mobilize as SNAP Payments Stall

Links to available resources across the RI region can be found here.
By Jamie Larson

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