PROFIT SHARING Program! Son & Father Photographic team seeking exhibit space in one or more tourist active Berkshire locations. Willing to share commissions or your suggestion of additional profit-sharing options. info @tbkphotos.com www.dwkis photography.com
THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY abre los lunes de 4-5:30pm y los jueves de 10am-12:30pm. En Saint James Place, esquina de Main St y Taconic Ave, GB, frente a CVS. Los compradores locales puede visitar una vez a la semana a eligen entre una variedad de productos, proteinas, alimentos enlatados y mas. Todo gratis. Sin requisitos de ingresos o identificaion. Protocolos Covid.
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
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DISCOVER YOUR ROOTS. Need help building your family tree? Experienced family history researcher, based in Lenox, can help you knock down those brick walls and find answers to your long asked questions. Reasonable and flexible rates. Free consultation. Member NGS, NEHGS, NYG&BS, and BFHA. Call Robert at 914-260-2120.
DO YOU NEED TO declutter? Have you accumulated so much stuff over the years, you don't know where to begin going through it? Would you like to create more usable space? I can be of assistance. Organization is my specialty and I would be happy to help you get sorted out! Reasonable rates. Please call/text 413-854-4329 or email jocon1029@yahoo.com.
THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-12:30-pm, 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.
FOR SALE: Specialized Como E-Bike. Low miles (649) lots of extras, extra wide comfortable seat; odometer; special ergonomic pedals; clip on basket. $2150 obo. Text 516-650 -5475 for photos.
FOR SALE: Mens light tan, felt Western style (Cowboy) hat, size 7-1/8. Made by Steson, never worn. $55. Call 860-824-5887.
IS FOOD A PROBLEM for you? Try Overeaters Anonymous. For information on phone, online, and virtual meetings, go to www.oa.org
KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
MAHOGANY BED FRAME, Queen size. Roll top. Tables and unique 1 off items. Artist sale. Hillsdale NY. New email: dmetalwork@fairpoint.net
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. Lawn care, spring/fall cleanups, brush clearing/removal, general landscaping. Free estimates. Fully insured. Busch Property Management, LLC. 413-854-1943.
MMRHS CLASS of '74 50th Reunion! Weekend of September 20-22. Other classes welcome to join. Contact Jim Nejaime at jim@spirited -wines.com if interested and for more information.
OLDER COUPLE SEEKS adult dog. Know a laid-back, adult dog who needs a loving home? Phone/text 413-3587474.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR someone to assist you or your loved one with daily living tasks: assist in bathing, ensure medications taken are right dosages each day, mobility assistance, preparation of meals, light housekeeping, rides to and from appointments, shopping or events, most importantly good company. Look no further, Mary Ann Dunn Werner at 201-2706164 or mawdunn55@gmail. com
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
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.
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GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS and hardscape. Licensed and insured, free estimates. Strong Oak Landscaping. Your driveway will thank you! (413)-644-5164.
HOUSE CLEANING: Weekly, bi-weekly, weekenders welcome. Excellent attention to detail. Honest and reliable. Within 10 mile radius of GB. Excellent references. 413-644-5803.
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR painting: Handyman service, decks, staining, pressure washing, gutter cleaning. Fully insured. Free estimates. Jose Miranda (413)-212-2812.
LOCAL OUTDOOR Services: garden cleanup/maintenance, power washing, deck repair/re-surfacing, seasonal cleanup, mulching, pruning, screen repair, light chainsaw work, light carpentry, painting and more. Call/Text Austen 413-854-1532.
NORBERT'S LOCKSMITH Service: Certified and bonded. Commercial and residential. Locks rekeyed, repaired, installed and sold. Call (413)-528-2221.
ORIENTAL OR AREA RUGS in need of cleaning or repair? Our high-quality craftsmen have served the tri-state area for over a decade. Located in Lakeville, CT, we offer pick-up/delivery within 20 miles. (860) 318-5457.
OVERWHELMED BY paperwork? Tired of holding for customer service reps? Can't get a ride to an appointment? Why not let me do the things that you haven't the time nor the heart to do yourself. Offload those chores and many others to me. I'm Happy to Help! Email me at judy.turtz@gmail.com or call me at 413-551-7313 or text me at 617-680-0640.
REGISTERED NURSE available for nursing, home health, or respite, care. Email tdnursingcare @gmail.com
RESIDENTIAL, commercial cleaning service in Southern Berkshires, CT, Columbia County NY. Fully insured. Call/text 413-8543411. Email berkshireclean 023@gmail.com
TAX PREPARATION Services: Local service, reasonable rates. Nadine Hawver (413)-441-4893.
TEENAGER HELP WITH Organization and Completion of Tasks. Does your teenager struggle to organize themselves and get things done? Has it become a battle ground in your home? For $75 per hour, I will meet with your child in person or online and assist with organization and completion of tasks such as: college applications, summer reading & math work, studying for the SAT, managing appointments (post age 18), safe driver classes and managing activities of daily living. Experienced college advisor, current MSW student and parent of teenagers is here to help. Contact Anne at (860)671-8753 or selfdeter mination@outlook.com
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.
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RESTORED DUTCH BARN Frame for sale, 45' x45', ready to re-erect, timber frame with drawings 413-329-7350
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The Boston Ballet is our Headliner of the Week
The group, with artistic director Mikko Nissinen, will be at Tanglewood for an evening of dance and music July 12 at 8p.m.
Looking for something to do with the whole family?
Berkshire Botanical Garden has Family Fridays this summer
BY ELLEN SPEAR Berkshires Week
Get everyone outside at the Berkshire Botanical Garden this month. In addition to enjoying the beautiful grounds, there is a special program every Friday that will have the little ones enthralled and will help the grown-ups reconnect with the natural world. The programs come free with admission. Programs start at 11a.m.
July 12: A puppet show! Tom Knight’s presentation combines science and songs with the attraction of Mr. Rogers and the wackiness of Jim Henson.
July 19: Tom Tyning will teach the natural history of Berkshire reptiles and bring along a few live examples.
July 26: Rona Leventhal tells tales and shares songs about environmental awareness, personal action and responsibility, conservation, independence and our animal friends.
Aug. 2: Jen Leahy will bring some animals to help the family explore our relationships and connection with animals, both wild and domestic.
Aug. 9: The New Hampshire-based Caterpillar Lab will be on hand with information about butterflies, moths and other insects.
Aug. 16: Reptile time again, with Joy Marzolf who is bringing scaly friends.
Aug. 23: Davis Bates will share stories like how coyotes got their howl, how foam came to be in the ocean and more. It’s a participatory presentation, so get ready to sing and dance.
Early Music Lovers listen up — Aston Magna presents concerts on period instruments
BY ELLEN SPEAR BerkshiresWeek
The Aston Magna Music Festival is back beginning July 13. This is a must-hear for Early Music lovers. For those of you not familiar, Aston Magna tries to interpret the music of the past as the composer imagined it. They play on period instruments or historically accurate reproductions. They pay attention to the performance techniques of the period, national styles, culture and aesthetics that musicians and audiences in Bach’s day would find familiar. Four weekends of concerts are
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offered from war horses to compositions that may be new to you. The Aston Magna regulars are joined by guest performers and conductors.
On July 13, you’ll hear Daniel Stepner on baroque violin performing
J.S. Bach’s Three Partitas for Solo Violin. Throughout the season there are performances for piano, harpsichord, solo works and more.
Performances take place at Saint James Place, 352 Main St., Great Barrington from July 11 — August 4.
Ellen Spear can be reached at espear@berkshireeagle.com or 413-496-6227.
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Joy Marzolf shares her scaly friends at the Berkshire Botanical Garden in 2023.
MAUREEN O'FLYNN Voice 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 Tickets: NMMeetingHouse.org
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SHEFFIELD HISTORICAL Society Garlic & Arts Festival Saturday, August 24th, 10am-3:30pm. Vendors Invited. To apply, call 413229-2694.
EVERY SUNDAY: Worship Service 10:30. First Congregational Church UCC, 251 Main Street, Great Barrington. ONA
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PIANO FOR ADULTS: specializing in adult students, my home or yours. Call Deborah Harris, (413)-528-9027.
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
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. Covid
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HELP OUR VETERANS Tag Sale at the American Legion in Sheffield. June 13 & 14, 9 to 5. Antiques, jewelry and more.
MULTI-FAMILY TAG SALE. 53 VanDeusenville Rd., Housatonic, Sat 7/13 9-3 & Sun 7/14 9-11. Furniture, clothing, housewares, electric stove, books and much more.
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THE TOWN OF SALISBURY: Seeking a full-time Assistant Town Clerk. For more information or to send a cover letter and resume, please email: townclerk@salis buryct.us. You may also view a full job description on the Town website: www.salisbur yct.us and click on Employment Opportunities. Applications must be received by July 26, 2024. The Town of Salisbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
COOKS, DISHWASHERS , and food service workers wanted. Lakeville, CT. Email: info@toryhilldining.com
EXPERIENCED PAINTERS wanted. $20-$40 per hour depending on experience and skill. Call 413-443-0485. Please leave a message.
HELP WANTED: Seasonal Breakfast Server/Chamber Maid. Stockbridge Country Inn. 413-298-4015. Please call for an interview.
EMPLOYMENT Opportunities: Wyantenuck Country Club is seeking daytime lunch hour shifts for: Line Cooks/ Dishwashers. Want to work in a beautiful setting with a great team? Full and Part-Time Employment positions available immediately. Sign on bonus offered. Please email: brandon@wyantenuck.org or stop by our club or call 413-528-0350.
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FULL TIME HOUSEKEEPER wanted for formal home in Great Bbarrington, MA. Must have experience in a large home. Must be able to drive. Cleaning, organizing, laundry, ironing, light cooking, shopping and serving. Must like dogs. Health care and benefits provided. Background check will be required. Please text 917-454-8208.
HELP WANTED for home renovations. Will train. (413)-429-7101.
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.
THE GREAT BARRINGTON Housing Authority seeks Assistant to the Executive Director. Job Summary: The position is designed to provide support to the Executive Director. General clerical duties along with A/R and A/P duties, answering the phone and typing correspondence. He or she will be directed specific tasks from the ED that may change based on the needs of the Housing Authority. Attention to detail and meeting deadlines is essential. A general knowledge of state aided housing program regulations should be developed over time. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the ED and must exercise judgement in carrying work through to completion. Principal Duties: Possess or develop a working knowledge of PHAnetwork software. Training will be provided.Maintain the Tenant monthly rent roll, cash receipt ledger and notice of rent adjustments. Update tenant data in software as necessary. Post rent checks, prepare deposits, make deposits at the bank if requested. Maintain EOHLC utility consumption data. Assist with the annual recertification process of all program participants. Accounts payable. Pay and code invoices appropriately for those that relate and will be reimbursed for the capital projects. Receptionist for the GBHA. Answer phones, greet visitors, answer questions about programs, wait list. Mail applications or provide information on how to apply online. Take and disseminate appropriate messages. Provide initial response for tenant questions and concerns. Familiarity with the CHAMP state-aided application portal is highly desirable. Take maintenance requests from tenants, assist with the online work order, preventative maintenance on-line system. Type or transcribe letters, tenant notices, policies or other documents as requested by the ED. Maintain office supplies while staying within budget guidelines. Provide other assistance to the ED as needed and requested. May require attendance at seminars and trainings, which will be covered or reimbursed. 18 Hours per week. Salary commensurate with experience. No phone calls. Please submit resume with cover letter by July 24, 2024 to the Executive Director, 2 Bernard Gibbons Drive, Gt. Barrington 01230 or by email to interimdirgbha @gmail.com
JAIME'S GARDENING And Home Care is looking for full time or part time help with gardening and some light housekeeping. Transportation is required willing to train. Please call Jaime 413-2123408 for more details.
LOGGER WANTED: Must be capable of working independently and have experience with log skidders. Work primarily in South Berkshire. Call 413-329-3906.
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WANTED: Aid and assistant for 88-year-old male artist and writer, located in Great Barrington. Applicants must be competent on the Macintosh computer, have a valid driver's license, be patient and have a sense of humor. Some general housekeeping will also be needed. Candidates should email a letter of interest and resume to: Virginia Bradley, virgbradley57 @gmail.com
SHEFFIELD POTTERY is looking for full a time worker in our ceramic supply business. We have an openings in clay production department. You will be trained to run industrial equipment such as mixers, extruders and forklifts. Good record keeping skills and some lifting is required. We offer competitive salary and full benefits, Holidays, Vacation, Sick time, Health Insurance and a Monday thru Friday schedule with great hours year round. We have been in business for over 75 years and we are still growing. Please contact John Benedict at jbenedict @sheffield-pottery.com to request an application to join our team.
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HAY FOR SALE: Round hay bales. Stored inside. No waste. $45. 413-446-2446.
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VISIT EUROPEAN BRED Goldendudel and Kleinpudel puppies at BridleWoof in Great Barrington. We offer older trained pups at various levels of training as well. Call or text Susan at (413) 717-9317.
BEAUTIFUL RESCUE kittens lovingly fostered available for adoption. Healthy, precious! Many colors and purrsonalities! Ancramdale, NY 518-303-2910.
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Binx, Willow and Luna are beautiful female tricolored 2-year-old guinea pigs who have had a tough time finding their forever home. They were first surrendered to Berkshire Humane Society last October when their owner had no-pet housing. They were adopted earlier this year by a wonderful family with children, but sadly one of the family members became allergic to the guinea pigs so they came back to the shelter. At first, the trio was afraid of everything, but they opened up to their adoptive family and showed their individual personalities. They got plenty of attention and love with guinea pig playtime every evening, when they were let out of their pen, given lettuce and allowed to run around in a larger enclosure on the floor. Due to the loving care the family gave Binx, Willow and Luna, Berkshire Humane Society staff have noticed how much more the guinea pigs enjoy people and being spoiled. If you can provide a forever home to three guinea pigs, please call Berkshire Humane Society’s small animal department at 413-447-7878, extension 124.
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Choose a destination. Although the ride can be an adventure on its own, eventually a destination will need to be reached. Travelers can choose destinations by distance and incrementally increase that distance as they gain road trip experience. For example, the first trip can be a few hours from home. As drivers grow more accustomed to the open road, they can take lengthier trips.
Know your time constraints. The road trip distance and route will depend on how much time travelers can devote to the trip. Road trips should be fun and include plenty of breaks along the way to see the sites. Time constraints can pressure individuals to race there and back, which isn't enjoyable.
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Schedule a tune-up. Breakdowns are not enjoyable, and having a breakdown on a trip on unfamiliar roads can be even worse. Drivers should schedule a vehicle checkup prior to the trip. AAA suggests using the acronym "good BET," referring to Battery, Engine and Tires to reduce risk of roadside emergencies.
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Make regular stops. Travelers should pull over every two hours or 100 miles to stretch, improve alertness and give their eyes a break.
Identify where to sleep in advance. Although spontaneity can be exciting, it's probably a good idea for drivers to have a general idea of where they will be spending the night each evening of the trip. Few things are worse than finding a no vacancy sign or realizing a motel has closed down when people are hungry and in need of rest. Making reservations in advance is less risky and more comfortable than sleeping in the car.
Road trips tend to be less regimented than other excursions. But a little planning can ensure a road trip goes smoothly.
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SKILLED, RELIABLE, friendly local handyman available now. Let me improve your life by fixing all those problems in your home. I specialize in installing safety features for seniors, siding, windows, vanities, weatherproofing, and caulking. I can power wash decks and driveways. I can organize closets, garage or any place in your home that's cluttered, plus hang art. No job too small. Call or text Adrian at 203-559-5303 for a free consultation today.
and DOOR restoration, repair, refitting, weather stripping, new fabrication of old style windows, storm sash and doors. 413-8541048. HIC18309. CSFA059711. Wayne Olivieri Carpentry.
3 BEDROOM available September 14 to December 14. Fully furnished duplex apartment est: 1200 square feet located in the heart of Housatonic.Apartment includes: fully equipped kitchen, separate dining room, living room w/ smart tv, 1 1/2 bath, 2 parking spots, W/D in unit, dishwasher. Allutilities included & a shared back deck and bbq. Two bedrooms with queen beds, one bedroom with 2 twin beds. no pets/no smoking. References and credit check required. Rent: $35000/month. Contact: Marianna 203-856-2447.
4 BEDROOM, 2 bathroom colonial home for rent on Main Street in Sheffield. $6500.00 per month. Call or text 413-528-1592.
ASHLEY FALLS APT: One bedroom, living rm, kitchen, dining rm, plus screened in porch, w/d, heat and electric included. $1450. References, financials, security required. 347-604-2097.
CAMEL MOVING & Storage: (413)-822-0985. Find us on Angie's List. See our testimonials at www.CamelMoving Storage.com
AVAILABLE AGAIN FOR immediate lease. 1st and 2nd floor Main Street GB office suites. Sun or shade?1st FL is NW facing, 2nd FL is SE facing.$1,000 to 1,200/mo includes heat/electric. Please text if interested: 917-6239866. 2 parking spaces included with each, shared amenities,
FARM-ESTATE RENTALS: In the heart of the Berkshires on a five hundred acre farmestate in Western Gt. Barrington are a selection of four houses to rent: A pillard main house with 17 horse stables and pastures; a Dutch Colonial 2 story, 5 bedroom house; a mid-sized Cape Cod style house and an English style one bedroom riverside cottage. Some are in various stages of renovation. For more information, call 413-626-3770.
NEWLY RENOVATED Carriage house in Housatonic. Second floor entrance with deck. 2 bedrooms plus loft living or workspace, 1 bathroom with new tub/ shower. Lots of windows and light. Set back from the road with a backyard and fire pit. Kitchen has all new stainless steel appliances. $2200/month. Water, Plow, Lawn & Garbage included. Tenant pays electric, propane & internet. First, Last and security deposit. housatonicrental@gmail.com
LOCAL, MATURE, wellreferenced, professional landscape designer looking for peaceful, private, and safe home/ studio apartment for rent--freestanding. I do not have children or pets, do not smoke. Respect for privacy is a must, and should have room for bike, kayak, and storage for hand tools and small area for my plants. Prefer Monterey, will consider Egremont , outskirts of GB or Sheffield. Must be quiet and away from traffic and loud noises. Please text or call 413-717-1306. Longterm- no Airbnb please, looking for a nice, little home where I can do my work in peace and private.
SPACIOUS 2-BED DUPLEX apartment in historic house, walk to Simon's Rock, Lake Mansfield, downtown Great Barrington. High ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, washer/dryer. $1950 includes utilities, business internet. Partly furnished. Quiet congenial owners require personal & job references, credit report. Cat okay. Photos at Craigslist. Email castlestreet @gmail.com.
FOR RENT: Authentic colonial on scenic farm in Monterey. 4 bedrooms, /2.5 bathrooms with meadow and mountain views. Year-round rental at $3500/month plus utilities. Please inquire for photos and details: berkshiremaple@verizon.net
