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Garnet

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665

TWIN SET Sugg. Retail $1,440 • Was $739

Full Set

Sugg.

Special Retail Sale Sale $1880 $949 $855

Queen Set $1950 $999 $899 King Set $3240 $1699 $2359

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Peridot

1,259

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FULL SET Sugg. Retail $2680 • Was $1399

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Sugg.

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Ruby

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QUEEN SET Sugg. Retail $4560 • Was $2529

SA LE E N DS 1/7

Sugg.

Special Retail Sale Sale Twin Set $3560 $1999 $1799

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Full Set

$4420 $2489 $2239

King Set $7180 $4049 $3649

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SHOPPER’S GUIDE ISSUE OF JANUARY 3, 2024 • FIRST SECTION

271 MAIN STREET, DOWNTOWN GREAT BARRINGTON

Thank You FOR MAKING A CONTRIBUTION TO THE

John S. Watson

CHRISTMAS FUND In Memory of: Kim Hamberg, from Houstonic Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Christine, from Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.06 In Loving Memory of Family and Friends, from Gary and Linda Hutton . . . . . 50.00 Mom, Dad, Jeff, John and Tom Cardinal, Love From Deb and Ed. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.06 Noni, Grampa and Nana, Uncle Neil and All Loved Ones, from Salvadore Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Coach and Anna Alphonso, Bob & Edith Kinne, Dick & Mae Kinne, Roberta & Dennis Raspuzzi, Thomas Kinne, Sr., Love, Mike and Phyllis . . . 150.00 Barbara Snyder, from Joanne and Terry Flynn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Jeanne & Dennis Mason, from The Hoskeer/Beckwith Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Norma Jean Mason, Love, Mom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Deceased Family Members, from Bob and Pat Seward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Our Dad, Leonard S. Kilmer, from Diane, Anne and Margie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Our Grandmother, Ethel Kilmer and Uncles George and Bill Springstube, from Diane, Anne and Margie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 My Husband, Bill Tarnawa, from Diane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Walter Cliff, from Nancy Hodgkins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Remembering Nancy, from Holly and John Valente. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Nancy Soudant, from Dennis Hogan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Ace Curtiss, Love From The Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 My Husband, Our Dad, Our Gaga…Tim “Raif” Raifstanger.

Forever in our hearts, love Jean, Kris, Blake and their families. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.06 Alberta & Chopper Condry and Donald & Shirley Keefner, from Bill and Debbie Condry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.06 Isabelle Soule, from KZ and Andi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Barney Pilling, from KZ and Andi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Eric Ketchen and Jinx Blackwell, from Jim and Susan Ketchen . . . . . . . . . . . . 150.00 Barbara Person, from Bruce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145.17 In Memory of Deceased and Former Members and in Honor of Present Members of VFW Post 8348, from Jim Ketchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.06 Marie Walz, who always made Christmas special for the whole family, and Shirley & Leo Wells, miss all the commotion on Christmas day.

Love, Michele and Jonathan Wells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242.28 Our Nannie, Martha Muir, from Matthew, Andrew and Thomas Weston. . . . . 25.00 Richard Sr. and Ricky Jr. Jones, love always from Betty, wife and mother . . . . 50.00 Rick, Cindy, Ma & Dad Boardman, love, Bob and Deb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 My son, Michael R. Korte and my wife, Angie Korte, love, Dad/John. . . . . . . . . 50.00 Our Mom, Angie Korte, love you, Fran and Larry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Our brother, Michael R. Korte, love, Fran and Larry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 My husband, Bob TenBroeck, my parents, Chuck & Shirley Dolby, and Ken & Joyce TenBroeck, from Sue TenBroeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200.00 Walter, Esther, and Suzanne Ring, from Judy and Bernie Shaw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Donna and Ed Cook, from Judy and Bernie Shaw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Loved Ones, Family and Friends, from Dave and Ellen Emprimo. . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 John M. Sermini, Jr., love, Betty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Mom, Dad and brother, Bill, love, Betty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Susan Vegiard, love, Betty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Bob & Edith Kinne, Bobby & Denny Raspuzzi and Tom Kinne, from Eugene Kinne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 John Buratto, from His Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Denis Robert O’Connor, Sr., from Bryan and Cathy Rueger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Bob Rueger, from Bryan and Cathy Rueger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Joan O’Connor, from Bryan and Cathy Rueger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Mary & Denis O’Connor, from Bryan and Cathy Rueger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Pop Goewey, Mom Wolfe, Judi Alden, Bill Goewey and Bruce Goewey, from Arlene and Ben. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 George Piontek, from Carol A. Piontek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 All Deceased Members of the Great Barrington Fire Department, the Housatonic Hose Company and Hope Fire Company, from Great Barrington Fire ighters Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250.00 Biffy, from Gerry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Our Founders, Raymond B. and Marjorie L. Murray, from Ray Murray Inc. . 500.00 Ryan Joyce, from Melissa P. Joyce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Catherine and Madeleine Zoe Mercier, from Jean and Peter Whitehead . . . . 100.00 Kim Wilder, from Mary White and Maureen White Kirkby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200.00

In loving memory of Alan Decker, your memory lives on in all of us.

With love from, your Dad, Joanne, all of your family, and the staff at Decker’s Auto Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150.00 Barbara Person, from Bruce and Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193.73 Jack Watson, from Barbara and Jack Dolby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00

Happy Holidays: Alison and Mark Daugherty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000.00 Laurie deRis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96.62 Anonymous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Tom’s Toys Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200.00 Alan and Roselle Chartock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Dominick Luchi Builders Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300.00 Valeria Locher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Taylor Lamme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290.84 Rebecca Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28.64 Fluff Alpaca. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500.00 George Raymond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Roger and Barbara Manring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Martina and Doug Wilber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Mary C. Saporito . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Anonymous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000.00 GB Rotary Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000.00 Gideon Brown and Kelly Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 Blackwells Pools and Patios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500.00 McCormick, Murtagh & Marcus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500.00 Christopher Blair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Lois Prew. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.37 Peter Dillon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96.62 First Congregational Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150.00 Dennis and Judy Mareb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300.00 Nancy Duvall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 David Strassler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00 The Radas and Stone House Properties, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300.00 Janice Fisher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Terry and Ellie Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Louise Briggs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.00 Carlson Propane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000.00 Arienti Monument Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.00

In Honor of: The Watson Fund. Thank you for blessing me and my son many years ago 75.00 My Extended Seward Family, sure do miss our Christmas eves, from Betty 25.00 Thank you to Eliza Hewat, from Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation . 500.00 Our Children, Erik, Jenna and Kristin, from Raymond and Daru Murray . . . 300.00 39 Race Team, from Larry and Sue Crossley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 Dorothy Heath, from McCormick, Murtagh & Marcus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Dorothy Heath, from Charles and Mary Hamilton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Members of Post #298, from American Legion Post #298. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200.00

Merry Christmas: George Soudant, Jr.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250.00 Pat and Millard Parsons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Kim Whalen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200.00 Jenna Schoonmaker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.06 Sabrina Ruggiero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Barbara Benham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00 Lynn and Bill Barry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125.00 Anonymous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00

Peace On Earth, Good Will Towards Men: Anonymous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,000.00

Total Donations To Date: $41,589.86 • 2023 Goal: $40,000 • Goal Exceeded By: $1,589.86 The Watson Fund aims to make the holiday season a bit more joyous by providing food and clothing certificates to families in need across Southern Berkshire County.

TO MAKE A DONATION: Online at thewatsonfund.org or fill out the donation slip on page 4 and mail with a check to: The Watson Fund, PO Box 284, Great Barrington, MA 01230.

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SEWING BY RACHEL. Zippers, cushions, light upholstery, dog beds, horse blanket repairs, general repairs.

(208)-270-9730.

www.SheffieldFarmersMarket.org WANTED: Secure garage or warehouse for my classic car.

Preferably in Southern Berkshire. Call 413-446-4493.

VACUUM CENTER 2 STILLWELL STREET, SUITE 2, GREAT BARRINGTON, MA

SEASONED FIREWOOD 16"-20"length-$300 per cord delivered/dumped in Monterey area (Call for pricing outside of Monterey). Scott Amstead 413-644-0169.

413-777-5929 DLS@DANIELLESWEETINTERIORS.COM WWW.DANIELLESWEETINTERIORS.COM DanielleSweetlnteriors Wanted: Retired Christmas trees for wildlife cover. Corner of Dublin & Sleepy Hollow Rd, Richmond, MA. By sign.

WANTED: SKI BOOTS. Size 11-1/2 wide or 12. No more than 5-6 years old. Call 413-229-0153 with your price.

UPRIGHT PIANO. FREE. Impeccable honey colored housing 54" tall, 27" deep, 57" wide. Beautiful sound.

Has been lovingly taken care of for the past 50 years.

Needs tuning. Please call M. Armstrong, 860-435-9792 and leave message. In Salisbury, CT

Your Local Family Owned Propane Co. for over 65 years We provide friendly, prompt & reliable service for all your propane needs Low Prices

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TOWN OF SANDISFIELD

Notice of Special Permit Hearing In accordance with the requirements of Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40A and the Sandisfield Zoning Bylaws, the Sandisfield Select Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Town Hall, 66 Sandisfield Rd., Sandisfield, MA, on the application of Kurt and Aviva Will for zoning relief in the form of a special permit in accordance with Section 5 of the Sandisfield Zoning Bylaws for a proposed addition to the existing structure at 40 Viets Road, Sandisfield, MA, map 44 lot 45.2.

The special permit application, including plans, is posted on the Town’s website at www.sandisfieldma.gov

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THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-1pm, at Saint James Place, corner of Main & Taconic Ave, GB, opposite CVS. Local shoppers may visit once a week to choose from a variety of produce, proteins, canned foods and more. All free. No income or ID requirements.

Covid protocols.

TREE WORK: From trimming to removal. First class climbers previously employed by Asplundh. Exceptional, safe, cost efficient. Licensed and insured. Strong Oak Landscaping (413)-644-5164.

WOOD PELLETS: Cubex Super Premium hardwood pellets, 9,000 BTU, $470/1.2 ton, available in Ashley Falls. Frog Farm Pellets (860)-689-3305.

YELLOW HOUSE BOOKS is now open every day, from 12-5. We buy books and music. Call (413)-528-8227, email us at yh.book @verizon.net or come by 252 Main St., Great Barrington.

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Dave’s TV

• TV Sales • Service Installation • Outside HD Antenna Installation • WiFi Enhancements

REPAIRS on all: TVs, Stereos, Vintage Electronics

We’ve Moved!

Our new address is 279 Smithfield Rd., Millerton, NY 12546 Call for appointment 518-789-3881

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR a kind, loving and compassionate caregiver/companion? Look no further! I am dependable and honest and will help you or your love one with their daily living tasks. Preparation of meals, light housekeeping, rides to and from appointments, shopping or events and most importantly, good company. Feel free to contact Mary Ann Werner 201-270-6164.

BELLAS DOG WALKING. Don't have time to walk your dog? Don't worry! We are here to help you and your dog out! Bella Beavan 347-725-7317.

CLEANING SERVICE: Home, rental, Airbnb, post construction, office cleaning, restaurant cleaning. Berkshire, NY, Canaan, CT, or anywhere. 12 years experience.

Fully insured.

(413)-645-2332, Text or call.

Ramos72185@gmail.com COMPUTER SERVICES: Windows PC tune-ups, repairs, upgrades, Wi-Fi networking, tech support. (413) 528-1141 or https:// dellea.biz ENCLOSE YOUR DECK with a screen and glass enclosure combination.

Call Southern Berkshire Builders.

Fully insured.

(413)-429-7101.

EXPRESS HANDYMAN Services. Plumbing: install toilets, sinks, faucets, drain connections. Bathroom renovations. Kitchen: sinks, faucets, counter base, counter tops. Kitchen renovations. Windows, doors, ceramic tiles. Carpenterporch renovations, repairs, floors, drywall, paint. Electrical services. Small jobs welcome. 30 years experience, great references. Call Jose 860-795-3606 or send email to josehandyexpress @gmail.com FLOORING INSTALLATIONS and repairs on all types of flooring; refinishing. Interior / exterior painting / remodeling. All types of snow removal. Free estimates.

Call Christian (413)-265-9006 GB JUNK. (413)-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarringto njunkremoval.com GENERAL CONTRACTING. Building, renovations, kitchens, baths, and home inspections. Fully insured.

Please call Southern Berkshire Builders.

(413)-429-7101.

GOT DRAFTY WINDOWS? Save energy! Get new vinyl replacement windows w/low E glass. Call Southern Berkshire Builders for estimate, (413)-429-7101.

Last Week’s Puzzle Answers (12/27/23)

All Winter Clothing & Lots of Toys

PUZZLE SOLUTION

30% OFF

GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS and hardscape. Licensed and insured, free estimates.

Strong Oak Landscaping.

Your driveway will thank you! (413)-644-5164.

HOME PROPERTY Maintenance. Interior, exterior painting, custom carpentry.

30+ yrs exp. 413-841-6268.

Great Barrington and surrounding areas.

HOUSE CLEANING: Weekly, bi-weekly, weekenders welcome. Excellent attention to detail. Honest and reliable.

Excellent references.

413-644-5803.

KIND, RELIABLE housekeeper. Vacation properties, large/small properties, Air BnBs. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Also, deep cleaning restaurants and residential homes. Serving clients for many years. References available.

Call (413)717-0791.

NORBERT'S LOCKSMITH Service: Certified and bonded. Commercial and residential. Locks rekeyed, repaired, installed and sold.

Call (413)-528-2221.

REGISTERED NURSE, licensed in MA, CT, NY, available for home care. Email tdnursingcare@gmail.com RESIDENTIAL CLEANING and Commercial cleaning.

Fully insured. Office, post construction, home, restaurant, clinic, small business stores. Berkshire County, Columbia County NY, CT. 413-854-3411.

Berkshireclean023 @gmail.com SEASONED FIREWOOD 16"-20"length-$300 per cord delivered/dumped in Monterey area. (Call for pricing outside of Monterey). Scott Amstead 413-644-0169.

TAX PREPARATION Services: Local service, reasonable rates. Nadine Hawver (413)-441-4893.

THE FLOOR SPECIALIST. Sanding, refinishing restoration of old floors, bleaching/white staining. When quality counts call Frank Monda (860)-671-0468. thefloorspecialist@ verizon.net WE DO RUBBER roofing for your low pitched roofs.

Please call Southern Berkshire Builders (413)-429-7101.

THE SHOPPER’S GUIDE has everything you need for the season. Seeking work?

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RALPH FONTAINE

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ANTIQUES ANTIQUES & ESTATE BUYERS Buying Single Items, Collections and Entire Estatess Bu

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BERKSHIRES’ OLDEST PRECIOUS METALS BUSINESS

HELP WANTED for home renovations.

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LINE COOK: FT/PT, 2-10pm, Tues-Sat. Top wage for qualified candidate. Call Chris at oldmill 413-528-1421.

Kitchen Work Team Leader Join a dynamic team dedicated to healing, recovery and reimagining mental health treatment. The Kitchen Work Team Leader works as a member of a multidisciplinary team that contributes to each guest’s treatment and recovery. Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, this position is responsible to assist in the successful operation of the Gould Farm kitchen facility, which feeds approximately 60 to 100 people per day, three meals per day. This position assists with the general operations of the kitchen, including meal preparation, maintenance of a clean, safety conscious and ef icient work environment; and leadership of the guest work program. This position is responsible for the promotion of the values of Gould Farm, re lected in the Mission Statement and participation as a contributing member of the community.

For a full description and additional information about Gould Farm, visit www.gouldfarm.org Qualifications: This position requires residency at the Farm as a condition of employment (living at Gould Farm in provided housing). Should suitable housing not be available at the time of hire, agreement to moving to the Farm as soon as suitable housing is available is a contingency of employment. This position requires food service experience, and the ability to work collaboratively as a team member. Excellent communication and organization skills and the ability to assist with the integration of community feedback into a continuous improvement initiative are essential.

Gould Farm is an equal opportunity employer; the organization offers employment, advancement opportunities and bene its without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, marital status, parental status, physical or mental ability, mental health, age, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, genetics, political beliefs, and any other basis prohibited by applicable state, federal, or local laws. Candidates who can contribute to Gould Farm’s commitment to diversity are encouraged to apply.

Compensation: $17 per hour, with a great bene its package including all meals/food, low cost housing/ utilities, medical/dental, life insurance, generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 401K. INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST AND RESUME VIA EMAIL TO HUMAN RESOURCES: hr@gouldfarm.org.

THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-12:30pm, at Saint James Place, corner of Main & Taconic Ave, GB, opposite CVS. Local shoppers may visit once a week to choose from a variety of produce, proteins, canned foods and more. All free. No income or ID requirements.

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HELP WANTED: Carpenter and carpenter's helper needed. Minimum 5 years experience. Pay based on experience. Must have transportation and tools. Call Ron, RN Construction Co., (413)-441-3320.

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SALON LUNA Great Barrington is looking for licensed hairstylists and makeup artists. We offer competitive wages, flexible hours, free education as well as other incentives. To apply, send resume to: laurenbgermain @gmail.com or contact Lauren at 413-854-4870.

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RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, DISABILITY *, AGE*, GENETIC INFORMATION, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MILITARY SERVICE, ARREST RECORD*, GENDER IDENTITY *

LIBRARY SUPERVISOR: Bard College at Simon's Rock seeks mature, reliable applicants to supervise the College Library during evening and weekend hours when classes are in session. College degree, computer/internet literacy required. Library experience and/or work with young adults preferred. $17/ hour. Simon's Rock is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Background check is mandatory prior to hiring. Send resume to Brian Mikesell at bmikesell @simons-rock.edu

* DISABILITY: physical or mental. Qualified handicappedpersonsareentitledtoreasonableaccommodations, unless that accommodation presents an undue hardship to the employer. AGE: (40 and older) Federal law and Massachusetts law both prohibit employers from discriminating against their employees who are 40+ years old based on their age. ARREST RECORD: It is illegal for an employer to ask certain questions about a job applicant's or employee's criminal record. The CORI Reform Act prevents employers from seeking disclosure of job applicants' criminal record information prior to the interview stage of the hiring process. GENDER IDENTITY: It is illegal for an employer to publish a job advertisement that shows a preference for or discourages someone from applying for a job because of his/her race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Also, Discrimination Laws refer to Art in Employment ads as well as copy ie: no white male under the age of 40 can be depicted in an employment ad all by himself.

TEAM PLAYER WANTED for local furniture mover; someone who takes pride in their work.

Flexible hours.

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A. Experience: • 2 years administrative experience is required.

B. Education and Training: • Bachelor’s degree in related field is required.

• Master’s degree preferred.

C. License, Certification & Registration: • Drivers License.

D. Other Requirements: • Proficient knowledge of community leaders, resources, and needs required.

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• Proficient use of Microsoft Office with the ability to learn other software programs including Care Director, Meditech, Allscripts, Polaris, and other data software systems is required.

• Resident of the target community is preferred.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), organization, administrative skills required.

• Proficient computer skills in word processing, database entry, spreadsheets, windows, etc is required.

• Able to work well independently as well as within a team setting.

• Must be willing to attend regional, state, or national meetings or conferences.

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The Pediatric Community Liaison will serve as the liaison between families and community service organizations in Southern Berkshire County with regard to Pediatric Care Coordination.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Executive Director of Public Health, 45 Railroad Street, Lee, MA 01238 or jim@tritownhealth.org.

To access the full job description, please visit www.tritownhealth.org.

Earn a competitive wage while providing a much needed service to the children in our community. A part-time job driving Van or Aide.

7D van drivers earn $19.00 to $24.00 per hour, Bus/Van Aides earn $16.00 to $20.00 per hour. Positions available for Berkshire Hills Regional School District. Ask about our new benefit package!

See Mass.gov for more information

At Fairview Hospital, Great Barrington, MA

Experience: Two years in public health or related field, or any equivalent combination of education or experience.

The position is 19-hours a week, hourly, non-exempt, tobacco and vape free. Willing to train the right person. $24-29/hr but compensation negotiable depending on the qualifications/experience. Preference will be given to candidates who speak more than one language. This posting will remain open until filled.

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The Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative, through the Tri-Town Health Department, is seeking a part time CHW/Equity Access Coordinator.

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BUSHNELL-SAGE LIBRARY in Sheffieldis looking for a friendly, customer serviceoriented person to join our team as part-time circulation clerk (13 hrs/wk). Must be available to work Friday evenings and Saturdays 9am— 2pm; ability to cover shifts as needed a plus. Qualifications: detail-oriented; computer literate; able to stand, bend, kneel; able to lift/push library materials and equipment up to 35 pounds. Knowledge of Evergreen or previous library experience a plus. Starting pay $16.50/hr. Applications available in the library at 48 Main St. or online at sheffieldma.gov. Please mail completed application to the library or email bushnellsage director@gmail.com.

To apply please go to: www.berkshirehealthsystems.org and click on Careers

WEATOGUE STABLES is looking for a full time/ part time person for afternoons and weekends. Experience preferred.

All general horse/barn care included.

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MOUNT EVERETT SANITATION Mount Everett Sanitation, a local Berkshires company, is celebrating 50 years in business and is looking to expand their already growing workforce by adding Heavy Equipment Operators (min. $28/hr), Commercial Truck Drivers (min. $24/hr), Laborers.

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REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY Adrienne Arnold seeking experienced paralegal to assist with all aspects of real estate closings and office management in Great Barrington office. Compensation $65,000 - $80,000 per year depending on experience level + health and dental insurance. Starting in January, 2024. Email applications and inquiries to ArnoldGroupHiring@gmail. com

BELLAS DOG WALKING. Don't have time to walk your dog? Don't worry! We are here to help you and your dog out!

Bella Beavan 347-725-7317.

WANT TO MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) and tutor both immigrant and native-born adults in our community. No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)243-0471. For more info visit www.litnetsb.org

Dalton South St/Main St area Paper Draw: 180+ Daily thru Sunday Time: 3.5 hours Approx. Pay: $590

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Food for Needy Dogs and Cats Reduced Rate Spay/Neuter Assistance with Basic Veterinary Care Costs Donations can be made online through our donation page at www.petpartnersberkshires.org or by mail: Pet Partners, PO Box 67, West Stockbridge, MA 01266 Your donation is tax deductible and all donations go directly for the care of the animals.

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EXCEPTIONAL Professional space for lease. 1500 sq. ft. main floor with ADA compliant ramp. Gorgeous hardwood floors, marble fireplace, excellent light with floor to ceiling windows, mint condition.

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MAIN STREET COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT 81 MAIN STREET - GREAT BARRINGTON, MA Approx. 4000 sq ft - Retail or Office Space Recently Renovated - 1st Floor - Includes Parking

Contact Diane at 413-528-4334 for information CAMEL MOVING & Storage: (413)-822-0985. Find us on Angie's List. See our testimonials at www.CamelMoving Storage.com FOR RENT: Housatonic, 2 BR, 1-1/2 bath duplex apt. $1400/month plus heat, trash, electric.

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PRIME OFFICE SPACES Main Street, Great Barrington 3 Different Sizes - 120 sq. ft., 170 sq. ft., 305 sq. ft.

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FAIR HOUSING ACT NOTICE DISCRIMINATION IN ADVERTISING All real estate advertised herein is subject to state and federal antidiscrimination law, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, children, marital status, public assistance recipiency or handicap. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

GOOD BYE NYC? Consider renting an ideal house in the Berkshires. It's the perfect getaway area close the "The City". It consists of a 2 story Dutch colonial (circa 1920) just recently completely renovated, situated on an 80 acre parcel. The house features five upstairs bedrooms and large bathroom. Downstairs has a living and dining room with beautiful hardwood floors and brick fireplace. The kitchen has an old fashioned pantry and appliances. The full cellar has oil heat and town water. The septic system has been upgraded. A separate 2 car garage is also provided. $3500/month plus utilities.

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