Rural Intelligence
Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Grand Portfolio Tasting
Food

Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Grand Portfolio Tasting

This once-a-year event invites guests to sample every wine in Millbrook’s cellar, offering a way to explore the full breadth of the winery’s craftsmanship in one shot.
By Francesca Olsen •
WERQshires Holiday Drag Show at The Foundry
Arts

WERQshires Holiday Drag Show at The Foundry

Local queens Bella Santarella, Poppy DaBubbly, and Vuronika Baked put a glittery new twist on "A Christmas Story."
By Francesca Olsen •
Downtown Pittsfield Festive Frolic
Community

Downtown Pittsfield Festive Frolic

Two days of holiday activities, local shopping, family fun, and community traditions, hot chocolate, ice sculptures, and more.
By Francesca Olsen •
David M. Hunt Library Benefit 12x12 Art Sale
Marsha Altemus, "Lunaria"
Arts

David M. Hunt Library Benefit 12x12 Art Sale

More than 60 regional artists, each contributing a work that measures 12 by 12 inches. All pieces are priced at $150, with a portion of each sale supporting the library’s programs and operations.
By Francesca Olsen •
Race Brook Lodge Closing After 30 Years of Music, Culture, and Community
Race Brook founder Dave Rothstein, Saadia Khan and Casey Rothstein-Fitzpatrick with their children, and Nancy Fitzpatrick of the Red Lion Inn.
Community

Race Brook Lodge Closing After 30 Years of Music, Culture, and Community

More than a rustic venue and restaurant, Race Brook felt like a sanctuary for a creative, diverse community.
By Michelle Kaplan •
10 Local Holiday Traditions We Love
Community

10 Local Holiday Traditions We Love

After Thanksgiving December in the RI region unfurls in lights, music, and rituals. Historic theaters glow with familiar stories, fairgrounds shimmer with color, and small towns lean into their most charming selves.
By Jamie Larson •
Martha Stewart, Surprise Judge at First Stissing House Pie Fest
Photo by Olya Vysotskaya
Food

Martha Stewart, Surprise Judge at First Stissing House Pie Fest

The Stissing House’s first-ever Pie Fest, November 16, already had the makings of a Hudson Valley classic, then Martha Stewart arrived.
By Jamie Larson •
1750 Saltbox that's Part of Stockbridge History
Real Estate

1750 Saltbox that's Part of Stockbridge History

Local lore suggests that Reverend Jonathan Edwards and Chief Konkapot of the Stockbridge-Munsee Community may have met in this home’s front parlor. Also, there's a secret garden.
By Francesca Olsen •
House with Historic Mill in Stockbridge
Real Estate

House with Historic Mill in Stockbridge

Long driveway, large estate, old stone walls, and quiet pastures: These are some of the best things about older, fancy Southern Berkshire homes.
By Francesca Olsen •
Huge House on "The Hill" in Great Barrington
Real Estate

Huge House on "The Hill" in Great Barrington

Built in 1896, it’s a gorgeous Victorian with scalloped siding, a turret, a wraparound porch, and what looks to be a roof in great condition.
By Francesca Olsen •
Renovated Riverview Victorian in Stuyvesant
Real Estate

Renovated Riverview Victorian in Stuyvesant

It’s been meticulously updated, and it has all the hallmarks of its Victorian provenance, like a long front porch, big breezy doors, an elegant painted staircase, brick fireplaces, and pretty paneling.
By Francesca Olsen •
Longyear Gallery Artist-Run Cooperative
Guide

Longyear Gallery Artist-Run Cooperative

Representing emerging and seasoned artists located throughout the New York State region.
By Chronogram Media Branded Content Team

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