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The House That Privet Built

“We already feel like we don’t have enough room," Suzanne Cassano says, as she surveys the new digs of the home-furnishings and antiques store, Privet House, in the tight-knit community of New Preston, Connecticut. "It instantly feels like home, though. In the former location in

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Community

Season Preview: 30+ Tix Pix Not To Nix

As the Rural Intelligence region gets more and more love on the national and international front, it seems like the summer seasons just keep expanding, pushing the limits of culture and celebrity. From world-premiere stage offerings to indie, eclectic (and electric) music venues, we have scoured the schedules of

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Arts

The Incredible, Flexible Tom Chapin

“It’s hard for people to know what to make of me," singer-songwriter and stalwart folkie Tom Chapin says with a laugh, alluding to his remarkably varied five-decade career as a troubadour for adults, a multi-Grammy-winning children’s entertainer, Emmy and Peabody-winning television personality,

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Food

When There are No Words: Kumquat Ricotta Tartine

Berkshire native Alana Chernila, local politician, mother of two, and author of the cookbook, The Homemade Pantry: 101 Foods You Can Stop Buying & Start Making (Clarkson Potter), dispenses change and cooking ideas to readers and friends. She shares her peak-of-the-season recipes with Rural Intelligence to help

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Parties

Spring into Art: Reception for the Annual Community Arts Exhibition

Rachel Louchen reports from Stockbridge. The 2nd Annual Community Arts Exhibition hosted its juried show on Saturday, April 20, at the Sohn Fine Art Gallery in Stockbridge. Benefiting Chesterwood, a National Trust Historic site, 19 artists (professional and amateur) were featured, providing an array of photographic genres from hand-colored

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Food

The Greens Restaurant at Copake Country Club

I'm not a golfer myself but happen to be particularly fond of that breed of sportsperson. (For example, husband Edgar, dear man, is one.) At the very least, they certainly know how and where to dine. Take The Greens restaurant at the Copake Country Club for example. It

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Real Estate

A Piece of Farmhouse Heaven

Down a less-traveled Chatham road (though an easy drive to the city via the Taconic Parkway or NY State Thruway), a meticulously restored 18th-century farmhouse nestles within 25 private acres. With four bedrooms and three bathrooms, its offers a back-in-time coziness with moldings, five wood-burning

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Real Estate

The Peary Homestead

An inspired board and batten farmhouse, circa 1841, has been renovated and expanded with careful attention to detail. Located on on 3.3 acres in Germantown, the two-story home's main entrance faces west to the Catskill Mountains and seasonal Hudson River views. Steep gables, pointed arches and

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Food

AgriCulture: The Herd Instinct

AgriCulture bloggers Peter Davies and Mark Scherzer are the owners of Turkana Farms in Germantown, NY. This week Mark writes. We have returned from our glorious annual escape to the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans, with renewed energy to plunge back into the busy spring activities of the farm.

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Real Estate

Country Luxury

A long welcoming driveway leads you to a classic, completely renovated 1890’s farmhouse in Sharon that sits on more than 34 acres. This pristine home includes five bedrooms, five-and-a- half bathrooms, five fireplaces, and a new eat-in kitchen with a butler’s pantry. Additional rooms include

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Real Estate

City Style, Country Charm

Historic charm and modern amenities come together in this beautiful farmhouse just minutes to downtown Pittsfield. The house offers four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a large living room with fireplace. Hardwood floors and detailed framework run throughout the spacious rooms. Filled with natural light, the bedrooms on

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Real Estate

Village Farmhouse

A Kinderhook farmhouse dating back to 1870 has been restored and updated with a large, modern kitchen that opens on to the dining room, family room and gardens. There are three bedrooms and three bedrooms, and a private study or office. Additional features include a new fireplace, restored front porches,

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