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ART RESTORATION by Troy Amuso, Troy Fine Art Services, Inc. Specializing in oil painting restoration and conservation for over 35 years. All styles and value levels. Sheffield/Ashley Falls by appointment. Studio 413-248-1309. Mobile 203856-1337. www.TroyFineAr t.com
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CLEARING THE WAY: Organizing Services. Moving? Downsizing? Clutter- flustered? I can help you deal with your stuff. Reclaim your space & take control of your life. 5+ years experience. References available. 917-974-4353.
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HOUSE PAINTER. Interior, exterior, twenty years of experience, fully insured. Call Ernest Kemp at 413-717-7043.
KIND, RELIABLE housekeeper. Great at multitasking. Cleaning, deep cleaning, houses, AirBnB, restaurants. Serving clients for many years in the Berkshires. All seasons. 413-717-0791.
NORBERT'S LOCKSMITH Service: Certified and bonded. Commercial and residential. Locks rekeyed, repaired, installed and sold. Call 413-528-2221.
THE FLOOR SPECIALIST. Sanding, refinishing restoration of old floors, bleaching/white staining. When quality counts call Frank Monda 860-671-0468. thefloorspecialist@verizon.net
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OFFERING EXCELLENT service in decks, building, restoration, and repair. We're booked out quickly for the upcoming year. Get in touch with us today to schedule your August project. 413-854-1940. jack@ ginofurio.com
PHOTOGRAPHY AND Videography. Need a commercial, music video, or short content for social media? I'm the guy for you. With 10+ years in the industry, I can take your low budget and make it look like Hollywood magic! IG Portfolio: @Moore ThanPhotographyGuy. Call 315-857-1269 to set up a free consultation!
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REGISTERED NURSE available for private care. Able to provide care for your needs of nursing, help with activities of daily living, postpartum mother-baby, respite, or end of life care. Email: tdnursingcare@gmail.com
WE DO RUBBER roofing for your low pitched roofs. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders 413-429-7101.
RELIABLE HANDYMAN. Small projects. Puncuality, guarantee of good work. Fair prices. Available for emergencies! Excellent references. Text 413-717-7448.
RESIDENTIAL/Commercial Cleaning Service LLC. 413-854-3411. Berkshire clean023@gmail.com Free estimate. Reach out anytime.
TAX PREPARATION Services. Personal income tax returns, authorized IRS efile provider. I.T.I.N. 413717-1096, 413-243-3961. Liliana Ortiz-Bermudez. Habla Espanol.
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Studio. Voice Lessons: classical, opera, musical theatre, American Songbook, pop. 1/2 hr or 1 hr lessons. Consults: "Tune-ups" for working pros, voice teachers, choral singers. 1 hr. Find your voice, for health, joy, empowerment. 413-441-2015. www. maureenoflynn.com PIANO FOR ADULTS: specializing in adult students, my home or yours. Call Deborah Harris, 413-528-9027.
WALLPAPER HANGING equipment. Assorted supplies $50. Sheffield p/u 413429-7913. Cash/carry $50.
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FRIDAY (After5pm): NEWENGLANDFRIED SEAFOODDINNER$20 Beerbatteredbayscallops, shrimpandcodservedwith coleslawandfries,tartar sauce&lemon.
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ANTIQUES WANTED: berkshirepicker buying furniture, workbenches, folk art, advertising, weathervanes, garden items, stoneware crocks, toys, baskets, and more. Fair and friendly. Mike 413717-2561.
ART RESTORATION by Troy Amuso, Troy Fine Art Services, Inc. Specializing in oil painting restoration and conservation for over 35 years. All styles and value levels. Sheffield/Ashley Falls by appointment. Studio 413-248-1309. Mobile 203-856-1337. www. TroyFineArt.com
FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. All types chair seating. 40 years experience. Free estimates. 845444-0015.
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GARDENING ASSISTANT wanted 3 days per week Apr-Nov for fine gardens in Sheffield & Copake. Small ecological company. Sincere interest, conscientious, detailed, dependable, physically able, own car. Voicemail 860-601-1751.
DECKER & BEEBE, INC.
North Canaan, CT is looking to hire skilled/licensed Plumbing/Heating Technicians and Appliance Installers with strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Our team values expertise, dedication and craftsmanship. We offer competitive hourly wages with overtime opportunities, bonuses, health insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with company matching after a probationary period. Email resumes or call Steph for an interview now: sgrant @deckerandbeebe.com 860-824-5467.
Comeworkwithwinners!Wehave2025seasonalopeningsfrom MarchtoNovemberandeventonlyopeningsinthefollowing divisions:Maintenance,landscaping,generalmaintenance, GuestServices,customerservice,personalinteraction,giving directions.Housekeepingforcleaningofourbuildingsand hospitalities.Wearelookingforsmart,reliable,hardworking peoplethattakeownershipoftheirwork!Hoursvary,andyou shouldbeavailableforallmajorevents.Sendyourresumeto jocko@limerock.comorcall;860-435-5012.Avaliddriver’s licenseisrequired.Weareanequalopportunityemployer. READ
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COOKS, DISHWASHERS , and food service workers wanted. Lakeville, CT. Email: info@toryhilldining.com
Full-time,on-callposition.Themainpurposeofthis positionwouldbetoplow/maintainroadsinpreparationorduringinclementweathercondition.Duties mayincludephysicallabor,drivingtrucks,operating heavymachinery,andplowingsnow.Mustbeable tofollowwrittenandverbalinstructions.ACDLClass AorBLicenseandHydraulicClass2Aor2BLicense arerequiredwithin90daysofhiredate.Hourly wagesare$24.58to$32.35dependingonlicenses. SubmitresumeandthreereferencestotheTown Managerat Manager@sandisfieldma.gov Positionopenuntilfilled.TheTownofSandisfieldisan EEOemployer.Forcompletejobdescriptionvisit www.sandisfieldma.gov underEmployment.
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BOXOFFICEMANAGER (Full-Time)
TheMahaiweseeksaBoxOfficeManagertojoinour thrivingteamoftheaterprofessionals,withresponsibilityforeventticketingandsalesdutiesforall Mahaiweevents.TheBoxOfficeManagerisadetailoriented,technology-savvyself-starterwhoconfidentlyleadsabusydepartment,providingexemplary customerservicetopatronspurchasingticketsand seekinggeneralinformationaboutallMahaiweevents. Requirementsincludeboxofficeexperience,strong computerskills,excellentverbalandwrittencommunication,leadershipskills,andtheabilitytointeract graciouslywithdiverseaudiences.Theidealcandidate willbearticulate,courteous,calmandorganized,with apassionfortheperformingarts.
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Salary: $50,000-55,000/yearplusgenerousbenefits package
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HISTORIC SITE SEEKS Visi-
tor Services Associate. Looking for outgoing personality, quick learner with an interest in art, gardens and the Gilded-Age, to join our interpretive team May-October. Chesterwood, located in Stockbridge, MA is the historic home, studio and gardens of sculptor Daniel Chester French, creator of the Lincoln Memorial. This position provides visitors with a welcome orientation; processes all admissions tickets, gift shop sales, and supports the management of tours and communication with tour guides. Seeking to fulfill weekends and some weekdays from 10-5. Training, support, complimentary admission to all events and performances. Highly competitive hourly rate. Please email cover letter and resume to chesterwood @savingplaces.org
TEAM PLAYER WANTED for local furniture mover; someone who takes pride in their work. Flexible hours. 413-822-0985.
DRIVERS: Part-time, seasonal & year-round. Jacobs Pillow seeks reliable drivers to transport artists, staff, guests between nearby cities (Boston/NYC/Albany), airports, train stations, local vendors. Year-round, flexible position with more hours available during summer festival (MayAugust) and lighter but steady work in winter. Pay range: $18- $21/hour. Hours vary based on availability (up to 30 hrs/week in summer). Perks: free access to performances, classes, 3 free meals a day during festival season. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old, valid driver's license, clean driving record, strong communication skills, comfort driving long distances, including in a 12-passenger van. Interested? Apply at jacobspillow.org/employment or emailhr@jacobs pillow.org.
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TheHotchkissSchool
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TheCynthiaWhiteChildren’sCenterisafull-day childcarecenter,locatedatTheHotchkissSchool campus-easilyreachedfromTorrington-CT,Great Barrington–MA,andnorthernDutchessCounty-NY. Joinacomprehensiveteamofeducatorsworking withinanurturingenvironment,supportingchildren withcurriculum-basedlearning,andassistingwith developmentallyappropriatepractices.
Flexibleschedulingoptionsthroughouttheweek, withpreferredavailabilityonFridaysfrom12:00 pmto5:30pm.Additionaltimeforstaffmeetings, training,andprofessionaldevelopmentasrequired. Applyonline!
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MassachusettsStateLawProhibits EmploymentDiscriminationbasedon: RACE,COLOR,NATIONALORIGIN, SEX,DISABILITY *,AGE *,GENETIC INFORMATION,MARITALSTATUS, SEXUALORIENTATION,MILITARY SERVICE,ARRESTRECORD , GENDERIDENTITY
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LANDSCAPE Construction. Webster Landscape is seeking ambitious individual with landscape construction and/or construction experience to join our team. Team members will experience in depth engagement in every aspect of the design + build process. Applicable skills (include/not required): plant, horticultural knowledge, turf management, masonry, Irrigation, CDL, equipment experience. We provide competitive salaries with a comprehensive benefits package: 401(k) matching, employee discount, flexible schedule, health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, professional development assistance, tuition reimbursement. Full time, in person position. Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications, bonus opportunities available. Please email resume to admin @websterlandscapes.com
OFFICE ASSISTANT. Webster Landscape is seeking organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative Assistant. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with skilled, experienced CFO in a dynamic growing company. As an integral member of our team, the Assistant will contribute to financial analysis, reporting, and project collaboration while ensuring smooth dayto-day operations. The ideal candidate has at least five years experience in finance or accounting, and thrives in a team-oriented, positive environment. If you are proactive, dependable individual who thrives in a collaborative environment looking for an opportunity to advance in finance, we would love to hear from you. Email admin @websterlandscapes.com
HORTICULTURIST: Join our team of dedicated and professional landscape gardeners! If you love working outdoors with plants and people, Ingersoll Land Care seeks an enthusiastic teammate. We will train you. Please be able to lift 50+ pounds, hold a valid Driver's License and have reliable transportation to/from work. 40 hrs/week, seasonal, 4-day work week, competitive wages, education, PTO, and more. Send resume and 3 references to: jobs @ingersolllandcare.com
GARDENING CREW member needed: Work for a small organic gardening business in south County. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work in all weather conditions, and keep a consistent pace. April through December, full time and good pay. Send resume and 2 references to: gardenphases@gmail.com
MountEverettSanitation,alocalBerkshires company,iscelebrating50yearsinbusiness andislookingtoexpandtheiralready growingworkforcebyaddingHeavyEquipment Operators(min.$28/hr),CommercialTruck Drivers(min.$24/hr),Laborers.
AtMountEverettSanitation,youcanexpect: •CompetitivePay •AnnualBonuses
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BerkshiresWeek Thinking seafood for dinner?
A summer of crowd pleasing musicals in Chatham
The Mac-Haydn Theater’s 56th summer season includes six musicals you’ll be able to hum along with and two new shows with more limited runs.
If you’ve never been, the theater was started in 1969 by Linda MacNish and Lynne Haydn. The pair decided to try putting on musicals in a Chatham, NY cow barn. What was to be a one-summer wonder caused enough buzz that the pair continued producing, outgrowing barn and moving to their current location.
MAINSTAGE SCHEDULE
JUNE 5–15
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “A Grand Night For Singing”: This revue offers a fresh take on the songs of Rodgers & Hammerstein.
JUNE 19–JULY 6
“Guys and Dolls,” book by Abe Burrows & Jo Swerling, Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser, Based on The Idyll of Sarah Brown and characters by Damon Runyon: Hailed as the perfect musical comedy, this award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway.
JULY 10–20
“A Bronx Tale,” music by Alan Menken, Book by Chazz Palminteri, Lyrics by Glenn Slater: This streetwise musical will take you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s where a young man is caught between his wholesome family life and the lure of the mob.
JULY 24–AUGUST 3
“Jesus Christ Superstar,” music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by Tim Rice: A rock opera based on the last week of Jesus’ life, Jesus Christ Superstar been performed for more than 50 years.
AUGUST 7–17
“Annie,” book by Thomas Meehan, Music by Charles Strouse, Lyrics by Martin Charnin: The irrepressible comic strip come-to-life takes center stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals with memorable songs.
AUGUST 21–31
Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville,” music and Lyrics by Jimmy Buffett, Book by Greg Garcia & Mike O’Malley: Get out the blender and set your clock to island time in this tropical paradise where love and laughter are the keys to growing older but not growing up.
LIMITED PERFORMANCES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30, 7:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 3 P.M.
“The Last Five Years,” book, Music and Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown: From Jason Robert Brown, this modern musical chronicles the five-year life of a marriage.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 7:30P.M.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29, 3 P.M.
“Showstoppers”: A celebration of joy of musical theater.
BY ELLEN SPEAR BerkshiresWeek
Fish is tricky to get right. Overdo it and you get a dried out piece of cardboard. Underdo it and it’s anisakiasis time. Don’t worry. Our Berkshires restaurateurs know what they’re doing. That’s why it was so hard to pull only a few places to get great seafood. We excluded sushi places. We excluded fish tacos. We looked for places with multiple seafood options and expert or unusual approaches to sea creatures. Here they are. And no playing “See — Food?” with your brother.
aegean breeze
327 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington
Being a nation bounded by water, Greek cuisine knows a thing or two about fish. This restaurant does fish simply, mostly char-grilled, letting the delicate fish flavor speak for itself. Our recommendations for fish-forward choices include, in the appetizer area, the grilled octopus with capers, EVOO and a light vinaigrette. Mussels Santorini is another great choice. For your main you can opt for Fresh Lavraki — a whole grilled bronzino, prepared Greek style. Other choices are Calamari Santorini, Filet of Sole “Plaki”, Mykonos Seafood over pasta or anything from the list of grilled fish, our suggestion being the whole jumbo sardines.
alpamayo
60 Main St., Lee
This unassuming storefront in Lee serves very fresh fish in very surprising ways. For appetizers, go with the Ceviche Misto. The Shrimp in Anticucho sauce is another winner. Parihuela is a seafood soup with fish, shrimp, calamari, mussels and clams. Yum. There are no less than 8 house specialties so pick your species. We recommend the halibut, especially if there is a special preparation offered on the evening you go. There is more — Cau Cau, Pescado a lo Macho and on and on.
salmon run fish house
78 Main St., Lee
The name says it all. This fixture in Lee, just down the street from Alpamayo, is a must-visit fish joint in the Berkshires. The offerings are numerous. We suggest starting with Pub Style Steamed Clams, progressing to Pan Roasted Salmon in a honey maple glaze, or perhaps Seafood Stew, which is a bowl of everything with potatoes and broth.
cafe triskele
150 Main St., Lee
Formerly Chez Nous, also in Lee (what is it about Lee and fish?), it’s not so much the length of the list as the excellent preparation that rates the mention. Coquilles St. Jacques is an excellent starter as is the Smoked Salmon Tartine. Triskele offers four different preparations of Moule Frites — in tarragon cream sauce; wine, yellow curry and cream; shallot white wine sauce or white wine, blue cheese and cream. Hard to choose, I know. As an entree, the Loup de Mer is the one fish entrée: a sea bass filet with goodies on the side.
Here are the best restaurants for fish in the Berkshires
boston sea foods
109 First St., Pittsfield
Don’t be put off by the trucks in the parking lot as you make your way inside the former Rainbow Room, situated almost on the railroad tracks in Pittsfield. You’ll be transported to a place working hard to deliver good food consistently. Their appetizers in the undersea category include mussels, the ubiquitous shrimp cocktail and fried calamari straight or Arrabiata. I’m a big Arrabiata fan. There are crab cakes and even a seafood tower with raw items that comes in big or bigger. You can get zuppa di pesce, that mix of sea creatures over pasta in red sauce, shrimp Alfredo, scampi, and shrimp several other ways. The salmon is available Cajun or oreganata. There is much more. This is a fine place for fish with an Italian accent.
160 American Legion Drive, North Adams
If your idea of seafood heaven is anything fried, this is your spot. You can get steamers and stuffed clams, but the heart of this menu is out of the fryer — fish and chips, fried shrimp or clams, scallops, fish fillets, jumbo fish fries and fisherman’s platters with everything are all on the menu. Or you can opt for the fried seafood dinner which gives you the fish of your choice fried up and next to potatoes, coleslaw or salad. You can get a casseroles or lobster in butter, baked stuffed items and things over pasta.
Ellen Spear can be reached at espear@ berkshireeagle.com or 413-496-6227.
PHOTOS BY BERKSHIRES WEEK
Above: It’s not so much the length of the list as the excellent preparation that rates the mention of Cafe Triskele. Below: Light and crispy calamari make a perfect starter.
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Tips for successful dog training
All dogs can benefit from learning basic commands, and the RSPCA says successful training is a rewarding part of dog ownership. There are many things one might want to teach a pet and a variety of strategies to pursue that training. These tips can help anyone successfully train their dog, leading to a an even stronger relationship between owner and pet.
Elect a dog trainer. If a dog resides with many people in the household, select one person who will be the primary trainer to establish the ground rules of the training sessions. If multiple people bring various styles to the dog training, that could result in inconsistencies that confuse the animal. Once the training sessions have proven successful, the trainer can share what he or she is doing with others in the home and they can mimic the same commands and gestures.
Use positive reinforcement. According to Small Door Veterinary, almost all vets agree that positive reinforcement training is the most effective method of training a companion animal. This type of training rewards good behavior rather than punishing bad behavior. The American Kennel Club says training is more successful when owners identify what the dog finds rewarding. Some dogs are very food-motivated, while others might be willing to work for play sessions or just verbal praise.
Consistency is best. Always use the same word and intonation when asking a dog to do something.
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Everyone in the home also needs to be on the same page with rules, which means that if one person says "no" to the dog on the furniture and another says "yes," the dog will end up confused.
Patience is key. Although dogs can read human body language and gestures, they do not actually comprehend all language, says the AKC. It can be some time before a dog understands all training requests.
Start small and build up. Teach a dog commands incrementally and reward each step of the learning process. For example, reward the "stay" command even if the puppy only stays for a second or two. Later on, build up to longer durations of staying still. Praise small things. It is easy to get caught up in the end goal of training, but experts note little victories are equally important. Praising the pet when he or she does something right, even if it is a small thing, will keep the motivation going.
Finish positively. End all training sessions with something the dog knows so that the session will end on a high note.
If training does not come easily after many weeks of going it alone, pet owners may want to seek the help of a professional dog trainer. Professionals also can be helpful for those pet owners who want to break dogs out of unsavory behaviors, such as leash aggression or excessive barking. TF251566
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