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Conversations on the Green Goes From Parish Hall To National Public TV — Jane Whitney. Photo: Sari Goodfriend

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Conversations on the Green Goes From Parish Hall To National Public TV

The original town hall forum series with A-list guests started in Washington, Conn. and has moved to “prime time.”

By Lisa Green

Rebelle: A Cannabis Dispensary With A Cause

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Rebelle: A Cannabis Dispensary With A Cause

Rebelle aims to transform the modern cannabis experience.

By Lisa Green

Kind Of Meta: Pittsfield's 10x10 Upstreet Festival Turns 10

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Kind Of Meta: Pittsfield's 10x10 Upstreet Festival Turns 10

The tenth anniversary of an arts festival that celebrates multiples of 10 goes (mostly) virtual.

By Lisa Green

Confectionary Art: Mamie Brougitte Cakes Are Stunning Masterppieces

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Confectionary Art: Mamie Brougitte Cakes Are Stunning Masterppieces

Marion Attal combines artistry and alchemy in her edible showpieces.

By Lisa Green

Otherworldly Sweets: Cosmic Donuts In Kinderhook — All photos: Amber Bauhoff

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Otherworldly Sweets: Cosmic Donuts In Kinderhook

Circle round this quirky donut shop for some of the most out-of-this world creations you've ever tasted.

By Kim Marshall

"Know That We Are Connected In Ways That Are Terrifying And Beautiful." — Illustration: Jeanne Martin Creative

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"Know That We Are Connected In Ways That Are Terrifying And Beautiful."

A poem by Lynn Ungar offers gentle, good advice as we say goodbye to 2020, the annus horribilis.

By Lisa Green

A Line Out The Door? Worth It For What's Coming Out Of The Ovens At Breadfolks. — Photos courtesy of Breadfolks

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A Line Out The Door? Worth It For What's Coming Out Of The Ovens At Breadfolks.

Former fashion photographer Norman Jean Roy achieves excellence in a new profession: baker.

By Marie Doyon

Harmony Project Hudson Brings More Than Music To Public Schools

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Harmony Project Hudson Brings More Than Music To Public Schools

The organization proves that music education leads to academic and social success.

By John Campbell

Winter Walk: The Hudson Safe Edition Starts Dec. 5

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Winter Walk: The Hudson Safe Edition Starts Dec. 5

This year, the annual event cuts out the mass gathering, but runs a full 20 days and nights.

By Lisa Green

Berkshire Restaurants Add A New Course to Outdoor And Winter Dining — Thanksgiving at Cafe Boulud at Blantyre. Photo courtesy of Blantyre.

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Berkshire Restaurants Add A New Course to Outdoor And Winter Dining

We're all asking the same thing: What are restaurants (and the rest of us) going to do about eating out as it gets colder?

By Lisa Green

Crabster Cake Or Deviled Shrimp Roll? Yes, Please, At Buttercup Pop-Up in Hudson — Sabrina Eberhard

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Crabster Cake Or Deviled Shrimp Roll? Yes, Please, At Buttercup Pop-Up in Hudson

The owner's goal is to put a smile on your face for a couple minutes. Case in point: the “adult Capri Sun” to-go drink pouches.

By Marie Doyon

Marjoram + Roux Joins Great Barrington's Food Group

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Marjoram + Roux Joins Great Barrington's Food Group

A cafe and provisions shop opens at the top of Railroad Street.

By Lisa Green