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24 FT EXTENSION aluminum ladder. Pick up in Otis. Good condition. Asking $75. 413-531-0881.
6-7 CORDS OF Log Length mixed hardwood, 18-30 inch diameter for $350. Larger Diameter logs, 30-50 inch diameter, for $250. 413-229-8565.
BOGO 1/2 PRICE SALE! Buy any Miele or Sebo vacuum cleaner and get our best selling IDEALair purifier at half price. Reg. $649, on sale $324.50. Covers 800 sq ft. Keep your indoor air clean with healthy air purifiers by IDEAL. Made in Germany. 3 year warranty. Kent's Vacuum Center, 2 Stillwell St., GB. 413-528-0690. Supplies limited.
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TheTownofOtiswillreceivebidsforMassDOT approvedapplicationsforthe Culvert/Headwall ReplacementonAlgerieRoad until1:00PMon Tuesday,September10,2024.Bidsaretobesubmitted insealedenvelopesplainlymarked:INVITATION TOBID–2025-02OHDCulvertReplacementtothe BoardofSelectmen’sOffice,OtisTownHall,1 NorthMainRoad,P.O.Box237,Otis,MA01253on orbeforetheabovedateandtime.Thebidswill bepubliclyopenedandreadaloudonTuesday, September10,2024at1:00PM.Completebidpacket canberequestedbyemailing townadmin@townof otisma.com.Entireprojectincludingmaterialhasan estimatedvalueof$50,000.Projecttobecompleted percurrentMassDOTspecifications.Projectistobe bidasonepackage.Prevailingwageappliesasper M.G.L.Chapter149,Section26to27Fandawage scheduleisincludedinthespecifications.A100% performancebondisrequiredofsuccessfulbidder, 5%depositrequiredwithbid.
VillagesoftheBerkshires coordinatesvolunteerhelp tosupportaging-in-place usinganeighborhelping-neighbormodel. Servicesinclude householdtasks,errands, basictechhelpandmore.
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COME MEET THE NEW addition to the Kent's Vacuum Center family! We are proud to introduce the new line of valued priced vacuums. Kent's is now the distributor of Simplicity vacuum cleaners. Simplicity is a full-line vacuum cleaning company featuring hand-held, compact, bagless, mid-size and full size cleaning equipment. Come in and see the new line featured special Simplicity S65P premium cordless, multi-use vacuum. Reg. $649. Sale $449. Save $200! Kent's Vacuum, 2 Stillwell St., GB. 413-528-0690.
CUSHIONS CUSHIONS. The Upholstery Shop makes cushions and cushion covers, slipcovers, and reupholstery on furniture. 413-243-6188.
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.
ELECTROLUX CANISTER vacuum with power nozzle, attachments and 9 new bags. Great suction on carpets, dependable, works well. Thoroughly cleaned. $125. 413-274-3387.
FOR SALE: Life Fitness treadmill $500, and Bodycraft weight machine $700. Cash only. New condition. Bought for $2647and $3599 on 9/29/2016. Located in West Stockbridge, MA. 518-321-9587.
FOR SALE: Electric bike, Huffy, 38" 36 volt. New, still in box. $400. Leave message 518-755-3128.
Free: Ash logs from tree work, 16" to 24" plus. You pick up. All good wood. Call 413-344-3543.
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FOR SALE: Miele Compact C2 Electro+ Powerline vacuum cleaner. Ready to work. 3 years old in great condition. Includes a powerhead/parquet floor brush and other onboard attachments with a new hepa filter $400. 413298-4844.
KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
FROGS AND SNAKES ARE Fascinating: Saturday, September 7, 11am. Join The Egremont Land Trust and Tom Tyning, a field biologist and environmental scientist, for a free event at French Park, North Egremont, rain or shine. Tyning's presentation will feature live frogs and snakes. Afterwards, ELT will conduct its annual meeting, followed by a lunch provided by ELT. Everyone is welcome to this free event. LOST: 1) black Lively flat phone. 2) black flip top ATT phone. They have all my contact people! Reward! Please call 413-673-2145. Thank you!
August 31st from 10am-2:30pm. Scratch & Dents, special buys, closeouts, one-of-a-kinds. Something for Everyone!!!
PEWTER CHANDELIER for Dining room or kitchen. 6 glass sconces and 22" in diameter. Excellent condition & photo available. Pick up Otis. Ask $50. 413-531-0881.
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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. Lawn care, spring/fall cleanups, brush clearing/removal, general landscaping. Free estimates. Fully insured. Busch Property Management, LLC. 413-854-1943.
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RARELY USED Electrolux. Mint condition. Includes manual and a case of bags. $300 or best offer. 413-243-4975.
SAXOPHONES WANTED to buy. Vintage and antique; also clarinets and brass. Please call 310-694-1404. commonone@earthlink.net
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
ECUAMEX SERVICES: Property management, painting-interior/ exterior, handyman, home improvement, home repairs, power washing, flooring installati on/refinishing, gutter cleaning, lawn mowing, land care and more. Residential, commercial, fully insured. 413-464-4423. You'll save money with u$$.
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
GENERAL CONTRACTING. Building, renovations, kitchens, baths, and home inspections. Fully insured. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders. (413)-429-7101. GB JUNK. (413)-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarringto njunkremoval.com
GOT DRAFTY WINDOWS? Save energy! Get new vinyl replacement windows w/low E glass. Call Southern Berkshire Builders for estimate, (413)-429-7101.
GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS and hardscape. Licensed and insured, free estimates. Strong Oak Landscaping. Your driveway will thank you! (413)-644-5164.
HOUSE CLEANING! I'm now taking on new houses to clean and would love to hear from you. Weekly, biweekly, monthly cleaning available. Honest, reliable and insured call or text 413-329-1618 for a free estimate.
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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.
HOUSEKEEPING SERVICE: Apartment, house, office, Airbnb. Weekly, biweekly. Reliable, efficient, honest and kind. Excellent References. Call or text 860-491-6076.
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR painting: Handyman service, decks, staining, pressure washing, gutter cleaning. Fully insured. Free estimates. Jose Miranda (413)-212-2812.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
MMRHS CLASS OF 74 50th Reunion Weekend of September 20-22. The schedule includes a casual welcome evening a tCommon or Garden Pub in Housatonic on Friday, A light nosh and drinks gathering at Crissey Farm on Saturday and a barbecue picnic with games at the VFW Pavilion on Sunday. Hope to see you! To receive full details, updates and invitations, text or email your name and email address to Jim Nejaime at 413-717-0112 or jim@spirited-wines.com
SEWING BY RACHEL. Zippers, cushions, light upholstery, dog beds, horse blanket repairs, general repairs. (208)-270-9730.
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.
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.
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.
VENDORS WANTED: St Mary's School Holiday Bazaar, November 24, 2024. 115 Orchard St, Lee MA Please contact for info and a registration forms. smbazaar1 @gmail.com 413-243-1079.
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.
$20! GALVANIZED TUB. New condition, 24" dia. Great for planter, wash the dog, etc. 413-528-0263.
FEMALE LUTINO Cockatiel with cage. Also female teddy bear Hamster with cage. $50 each. Call or text 959-9012174.
FOR SALE: Martha Stewart lovely white wicker coffee table 20x31x18 inches high with a lower shelf. $50. I paid $125. 518-320-8314. Leave message if needed.
FREE: Couch and 2 upholstered chairs. Please text for pictures. 413-644-4144. Housatonic area.
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES: Dividing. Have huge clumps. $5 each. 413-528-0263.
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SNOW BLOWER: Craftsman, 29 inch, 9hp, gas & electric start. Like new. 413-2298392, 413-854-7849. ITALIAN & SPANISH books: Adult language school exercise and text books. High school & college level w/answer keys. Wide assortment. $1-$2 each. 413-274-3387.
Experience Dining, Shopping & Entertainment with a dose of small town charm.
Chatham, New York, is a small town located in Columbia County, in the Hudson Valley region. It is known for its picturesque landscapes, historic charm, and a strong sense of community. The town comprises several hamlets, including Chatham Village, Old Chatham, and East Chatham, each with its own unique character.
Key Features of Chatham, NY:
Historic Village Center: Chatham Village is the heart of the town, featuring well-preserved 19th-century architecture, quaint shops, cafes, and restaurants. The village exudes a charming, smalltown atmosphere that attracts both locals and visitors.
Cultural Scene: The town has a vibrant arts and cultural scene, with venues like the Crandell Theatre, an old-fashioned movie theater, and PS21 (Performance Spaces for the 21st Century), which hosts music, dance, and theater performances.
Natural Beauty: Surrounded by rolling hills, farmland, and forests, Chatham offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and bird-watching. The town’s rural setting provides a tranquil escape from urban life.
Community Events: Chatham hosts various community events throughout the year, including the popular Chatham Summerfest, the annual Columbia County Fair, and a farmer’s market that showcases local produce and crafts.
Proximity to Major Cities: While it offers a peaceful rural lifestyle, Chatham is conveniently located within driving distance of larger cities like Albany, and New York City, making it an attractive location for commuters and second-home owners.
Agriculture and Local Food: The surrounding area is known for its farms and local food movement. Many residents and businesses in Chatham emphasize sustainable and organic practices, contributing to the town's reputation for high-quality, locally-sourced food.
Overall, Chatham, NY, is a quintessential small town in upstate New York, valued for its rich history, cultural offerings, and beautiful natural surroundings.
This charming community is the epitome of small town America. Grab your family and friends and head to Chatham to shop ‘til you drop and make unforgettable memories.
BOGO 1/2 PRICE SALE! Buy any Miele or Sebo vacuum cleaner and get our best selling IDEALair purifier at half price. Reg. $649, on sale $324.50. Covers 800 sq ft. Keep your indoor air clean with healthy air purifiers by IDEAL. Made in Germany. 3 year warranty. Kent's Vacuum Center, 2 Stillwell St., GB. 413-528-0690. Supplies limited.
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82,900miles.Neverdrivenin winter.Alwaysgaraged.All originalmanuals,toolkit,cassette player.Newheadliner,master brakecylinder,upperandlower balljoints.Allmaintenance records. $10,000orbestoffer. CallBillat:413-329-7988
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ACCORDING totheDirectorofVehicleSafetyandComplianceoftheRegistryofMotorVehicles,studentsshould NOT carryanythingonthebusthey cannotholdintheirlap. FOREXAMPLE: Skateboards,Suitcases,LargeInstrumentsandAthleticEquipment,willnotbeallowedonthebuses. Pleasetakethetimetoreviewthebussafetyruleswithyourchildren.Studentbehaviorthatdistractsthedriverwillbereportedtoschooladministration. COOPERATEWITHTHEDRIVER•REMAINSEATED•FEETONFLOOR•FACINGFORWARD•TALKQUIETLY BECONSIDERATEANDRESPECTFULOFOTHERS•RESPECTPROPERTY•NOEATINGORDRINKING NOGUM•KEEPBUSCLEAN-PUTYOURTRASHINTRASHCAN
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Hear from the man who taught us a new way to eat Michael Pollan peaks at The Mount on Aug. 30. Michael Pollan’s latest book focuses on plantbased drugs and plants’ psychedelic properties. Learn more at berkshiresweek.com
BY ELLEN SPEAR BerkshiresWeek
The world of AI meets the folktales of Asia in an exhibition by Detroit-based artist, Osman Khan at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art. His multimedia works will be on view through March 2025.
the road to hybridabad Mass MoCA, 1040 Mass MoCA Way, North Adams
Through March 2025
In “Road to Hybridabad,” Khan upends rich folk traditions, and stories of magic and the unexplained, from South Asia, the Middle East and other Muslim and immigrant communities. Khan looks at the age-old stories through a lens of new technology. You’ll find an animatronic djinn, drone-operated flying carpets, a wall-destroying sound system and a storytelling Scheherezade AI. This large and sometimes funny display takes you through time and geography, twists together history and fable, and asks us to reassess the narratives around identity, difference and power reflected and recounted in the tales we tell ourselves.
“The Thousand and One Nights” is framed as a series of stories told by a young woman named Scheherazade to the king in order to delay her execution. Each night for 1001 nights, Scheherazade tells the beginning of a tale to the king, who each day postpones her execution in order to hear the end of the story the following evening, along with the start of a new tale.
“Road to Hybridabad” reflects Khan’s own experience of identity formation — which, like “The Thousand and One Nights,” has been influenced by many histories and cultures — blending American, South Asian, Middle Eastern and Muslim lore and visual references.
Djinns, flying carpets, and the storyteller, Scheherazade herself, are familiar in South Asian, Middle Eastern and other Muslim folk traditions. In “Road to Hybridabad,” Khan reflects on the influence of science-fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke’s 3rd law, which theorizes that “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.”
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY
Noon: Bestselling author and food critic, Ruth Reichl talks about her new book, “The Paris Novel,” with writer and producer Paige Orloff. Deemed “mouthwatering” by The New York Times, the novel is about taking chances and finding your true home. She has been honored with six James Beard Awards, including the 2024 Honorable James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award.
1:30 p.m.: Andrew Leland will talk about his first book, “The Country of the Blind: A Memoir at the End of Sight,” which was a finalist for the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in memoir. It is an exploration of the physical experience of blindness, its language, politics and customs. Leland has written for The New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, McSweeney’s Quarterly, and The San Francisco Chronicle, among other outlets.
3 p.m.: Veteran journalist Martin Baron talks about his book, “Collision of Power: Trump, Bezos, and the Washington Post.” Baron took charge of The Washington Post newsroom in 2013. Seven months later, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos bought the Post, ending 80 years of family ownership.
SUNDAY
11:30 a.m.: Anna Shechtman will discuss “The Riddles of the Sphinx: Inheriting the Feminist History of the Crossword Puzzle,” which is both a memoir about her experience as a female puzzle maker and a history of the crossword puzzle.
1 p.m.: Author Stephen McCauley will talk about his eighth novel, “You Only Call When You’re in Trouble.” Three of his books have been made into feature films. The New York Times Book Review dubbed him “the secret love child of Edith Wharton and Woody Allen.”
2:30 p.m.: Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Paul Muldoon, whose latest book, “Joy in Service on Rue Tagore: Poems,” is his 15th full-length collection of poetry.
BY ELLEN SPEAR BerkshiresWeek
That stack of unread books on your nightstand is about to get taller. Spencertown Academy Arts Center’s 19th annual Festival of Books takes place over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30-Sept. 2, and it is the premier used book sale in the area. If you’ve never been, prepare to jostle with other serious readers to pick out fiction, nonfiction, art books, cookbooks, gardening books — you name it — all placed neatly in categories in rooms overflowing with over 15,000 used books.
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Spencertown Academy Arts Center, 790 Route 203, Spencertown, N.Y.
Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
In addition to stocking up for the winter, there are readings and book talks with authors, as well as things for the kids — and food! Featured authors this year include Martin Baron, Ruth Reichl, Anna Shectman and Stephen McCauley. The authors’ books are available for purchase and for signing. Admission is free.
For savvy book buyers, Monday, Sept. 2 is “Bargain Book Day” when folks mark down the already inexpensive prices on what’s left.
There is a Special Book Room featuring first editions, signed books, art books and graphic novels. We understand there is even a history of the cartoon series, “The Flintstones” signed by the series creators Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera. Vinyl LPs, DVDs, CDs and audio books are also available. A special section with the work of Miles Davis on vinyl and boxed CDs is planned. This year, there’s a special program for children on Saturday, Aug. 31 beginning at 10 a.m. Your little ones will have a chance to meet “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” the creation of illustrator Eric Carle who munches his way through the pages of the beloved book. You can take a post-worthy picture of your kids with the caterpillar, have the kids do some art activities and hear a reading of the book.
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•Lotsofanimals,kid’sgames,arts&crafts •Foodtrucks,vendors,&non-profits •Non-stopentertainmentundertheBigTent •Bowiewithmagicshows&balloons;Reptiles, BirdsofPrey;Facepainting,&more.
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FROGS AND SNAKES ARE Fascinating: Saturday, September 7, 11am. Join the Egremont Land Trust and Tom Tyning, a field biologist and environmental scientist, for a free event at French Park, North Egremont, rain or shine. Tyning's presentation will feature live frogs and snakes. Afterwards, ELT will conduct its annual meeting, followed by a lunch provided by ELT. Everyone is welcome to this free event.
SoCo DISC GOLF CLUB invites you to The Rocks at Sheffield Town Park on Saturdays from 11am-3pm starting Aug. 24. Free lessons with discs (frisbees) provided. Fun for all! All are welcome. Contact Andy Brooks 860-626-3234 for more details. Let's throw!
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HUGE TAG SALE! Art, art, art! Antiques, furniture, loads of silver plate serve ware, china, crystal-everything you need for upcoming holidays. Household goods, fireplace screens, mirrors, tons of costume jewelry. 1 Lahey Crossroads, Stockbridge. Friday, August 30, 9 am-noon.
HUGE INDOOR TAG SALE: Saturday, August 31, 8:30-2. Large selection of household items and things you can't live without. Unitarian Universalist Meeting of South Berkshire, 1089 Main St., Housatonic.
INDOOR TAG SALE: Rain or shine. Fri, Sat, Sun, Aug 30, 31, Sept 1, 9-4pm. Antiques, household items and much, much more! 286 Mountain View Rd., Copake, NY across from Rescue Squad.
TAG SALE: 145 Male Ave., Gt. Barrington. Aug 30 and 31, 9-4.
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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 protocols.
MASSIVE NON-FUNCTION book and framed art collection liquidation at Kolburne School Admin Bldg. Aug. 24-25 and Aug 31-Sept 1 from 9:00am-3:00pm. Follow signs at 343 New Marlborough Southfield Rd (off Rt.57 in New Marlborough). Vintage clothing, high-end collectibles, 19C Swedish country furniture, 1,500 silk ties and much more. Cross reference with photos in Great Barrington FB Marketplace after August 15. Serious pickers, don't miss it!
YARD SALE: Fri, Sat, Sun Aug 30, 31, Sept 1, 8-4pm. 115 North Mountain Rd., Copake Falls. Housewares, linens, jewelry, watches, handbags, evening bags, clothes, scarfs, shawls, Christmas items, fireplace accessories, pictures, Tiffany style fixture, dolls, collectibles and more.
THE LAST HOORAH. Huge Yard Sale. Furniture, clothing, collectibles, too much to list. Make a pile-we'll make a deal. Friday 8/30 thru Monday 9/2. 10am to dark. Hope to see you all there!! Rain or shine! 33 Silver St., Gt. Barrington MA 01230.
MULTI FAMILY Collector's Paradise! Saturday, August 31 and Monday Sept 2, 10-4. 44 Townhouse Hill Road, Egremont. Local art, furniture, 40s style armoire + matching vanity table and bench, wool rug, CDs, DVDs, comics, books, records, men and womens clothing, Miele vacuum, bike racks, tooks housewares, much much more! No early birds please!
TAG SALE: 233 Miller Ave, Sheffield MA Aug. 30 and 31. Rain date Sept 12, 13, 14.
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$30 PER HOUR for a cheerful, hardworking carpenter's helper. Part time, very flexible hours. 413-504-3663.
A WELL ESTABLISHED, fine wine distributor looking for a full or part time wine Salesperson to sell wine to restaurants, bars, liquor stores, etc. From Hudson, NY to the Berkshires, active territory available. The Company will supply samples, expense budget and commission. Flexible hours. Must have a car. If interested, please submit resume to billalltone @gmail.com
HELP WANTED for home renovations. Will train. (413)-429-7101.
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*DISABILITY:physicalormental.Qualifiedhandicappedpersonsareentitledtoreasonableaccommodations,unlessthataccommodationpresents anunduehardshiptotheemployer.AGE:(40and older)FederallawandMassachusettslawboth prohibitemployersfromdiscriminatingagainst theiremployeeswhoare40+yearsoldbased ontheirage.ARRESTRECORD:Itisillegalforan employertoaskcertainquestionsaboutajobapplicant'soremployee'scriminalrecord.TheCORI ReformActpreventsemployersfromseeking disclosureofjobapplicants'criminalrecordinformationpriortotheinterviewstageofthehiring process.GENDERIDENTITY:Itisillegalforanemployertopublishajobadvertisementthatshows apreferenceforordiscouragessomeonefrom applyingforajobbecauseofhis/herrace,color, religion,sex(includinggenderidentity,sexual orientation,andpregnancy),nationalorigin,age (40orolder),disabilityorgeneticinformation. Also,DiscriminationLawsrefertoArtinEmploymentadsaswellascopyie:nowhitemaleunder theageof40canbedepictedinanemployment adallbyhimself. SeeMass.govformoreinformation
TAG SALE: Saturday Aug 31, 8:30-2. 99 West Rd., Alford. Absolutely no early birds! Variety of items, garden cart, cow stanchions, ATV ramps, garden and other items, some furniture, pieces of plexiglass, Coach bags. Rain date Sunday.
TAG SALE: Aug 30-Sept 2, 24 Sheffield Rd., So. Egremont, 9-4. Tools, farm items, antqiues, Granny's china and glassware, pony cart, avnil, lumber, yarn, Llama fleece, rugs.
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
Fire/EMTAdminisadualrolememberofthe departmenthavingbothemergencymedicalcare responsibilitiesandadministrativeduties.Positionis part-time,non-benefited:Sun,Mon,Tues10am-4pm. Days/hourssubjecttochange.
TheEMTportionofthispositionistechnicalin nature,andrequirestheabilitytointeractwiththe public,assessandtreatmedicalemergencies,follow treatmentprotocols,andproperlydocumentfindings andeventsonmedicalrecords.Admindutiesinclude, butarenotlimitedto,submittingallFire/Ambulance reportstotheState,allvendorwarrants/invoicesto theTownAccountant,andmonthlycalllogstothe TownManager.
Requirementsinclude,HighSchoolgraduateorGED, CORIbackground,motorvehicledriver’slicense, MassachusettsDPH/OEMSEMTcertification,BLS/EMT card,andCPRcard.
Pleasesubmitresumeandletterofinterestto jbeardsley@sandisfieldma.gov.Positionopenuntil filled.TheTownofSandisfieldisanEEOemployer.
TEAM PLAYER WANTED for local furniture mover; someone who takes pride in their work. Flexible hours. (413)-822-0985.
TIRE CHANGER, full time. Min 40 hours/wk to 52 hours/wk depending on volume. Immediate start. $20/hr with increases based on experience, dependability, quality of work. Health insurance and 401K available. Contact Mark or Scott, 860-824-7063 or in person 43 N Elm Street, Canaan, CT.
THE NORTH EAST Community Center is looking for Part Time as well as Per Diem Assistants for our Early Learning Program. Up to 30 hours per week. Delivers programming to children ages 12-48 months in support of the daily planning of the Youth Program Management staff and ELP Lead Teacher. Email resume and/or questions to info@neccmillerton.org. Full position descriptions available at www.neccmillerton.org
EquipmentRoomManager
BerkshireSchoolhasafull-timeopeningforan
EquipmentRoomManagerinourathleticfacility. Thispositionrequiressomeheavylifting,initiative, organization,andtheabilitytoworkinahighschool setting.Saturdayhoursarerequired,andholiday hoursaremandatory.Thisyear-roundpositionhas excellentbenefits.Interestedpartiesshouldcontact CherylGeerholdat cgeerhold@berkshireschool.org; 413-229-1201.
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NOWHIRING atTheHotchkissSchool nLakeville,CT
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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.
NEW RESTAURANT opening Sept. Hiring servers and kitchen staff. TU-FR only. Call 413-429-6198.
LOGGER WANTED: Must be capable of working independently and have experience with log skidders. Work primarily in South Berkshire. Call 413-329-3906.
P/T DELIVERY DRIVER wanted. Independent Pharmacy, Lenox. 2 days a week, 13-14 hours. Car provided. Must be reliable, patient and have good driving record. Call 413-637-4700 x 112. Joe.
GARDENING ASSISTANT
wanted 3 days per week thru Nov for fine gardens in Sheffield & Copake. Small ecological company. Sincere interest, conscientious, detailed, dependable, physically able, own car. Voicemail 860-601-1751.
COOKS, DISHWASHERS , and food service workers wanted. Lakeville, CT. Email: info@toryhilldining.com
MountEverettSanitation,alocalBerkshires company,iscelebrating50yearsinbusiness andislookingtoexpandtheiralready growingworkforcebyaddingHeavyEquipment Operators(min.$28/hr),CommercialTruck Drivers(min.$24/hr),Laborers.
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•PaidVacation,SickandPersonalDays
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Learnaboutavailable opportunitiestoday. Call413.528.3364
BUSHNELL-SAGE LIBRARY
in Sheffield is looking for a friendly, customer serviceoriented person to join our team as part-time circulation clerk (11.5 hrs/wk). Shifts are Wed 1-5pm, Fri 3-7pm and Sun 1:30-5pm; 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 $17.50/hr. Applications available in the library at 48 Main St. or online at sheffieldma.gov. Please mail completed application to the library or email bushnellsagedirector@ gmail.com.
WANT TO WORK WITH A great team? Positions Available: Waitstaff/Server for daytime lunch shifts. Please email: brandon@wyanten uck.org or call 413- 528-0350 or stop by Wyantenuck County Club.
ROGER TRUCKING has positions available for NON CDL Drivers/Laborers. Contact 413-528-8128.
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BerkshireSchoolhasanopeningforanindividual toperformroutineseasonaloutsidemaintenanceand groundswork,andeventset-upsandbreakdowns. Thispositionrequiresheavyliftingandtheability toworkasaneffectivememberofateam.Some weekendandholidayhoursaremandatory.Thisisa full-time,yearroundpositionwithexcellentbenefits. InterestedpartiesshouldcontactGabeStarczewski, gstarczewski@berkshireschool.org,413-229-1211. BerkshireSchoolisanequal-opportunityemployer
HOUSE AND GARDEN helper. Sseeking versatile helper for a wide range of house and property maintenance tasks. Assist with garden and house duties, stack firewood, operate and maintain basic lawn and garden machinery, shovel and snowblower in winter months. Proven experience in similar roles or relevant skills, ability to perform physical tasks and handle various tools and equipment safely. Must have reliable transportation, speak English fluently and ability to work in a refined environment. $20-25 per hour based on experience. Please send resume and references to robinhill.jobopportunities @gmail.com
LIBRARY DIRECTOR. The Trustees of the Otis Library seek applicants for a Library Director Position. The position pays $21-$25 per hour commensurate with experience. The Director can expect to work between 25-30 hours per week. An application packet is available by emailing otislibrary@cwmars.org or for pick up at the Otis Library at 48 North Main Road, Otis, MA (413) 269-0109. The application deadline is September 13, 2024. The Otis Library Board of Trustees is an equal opportunity employer.
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Full-time,40hr/wkbenefitedposition.Applicant mustbeabletolift50lbs,andhaveconstruction/ mechanicalknowledge.Dutiesincludephysical labor,drivingtrucks,operatingheavymachinery, andplowingsnow.Mustbeabletofollowwritten andverbalinstructions.ACDLClassAorBLicense, HydraulicClass2Aor2BLicense,and4GMowing Licensearerequiredwithin90daysofhiredate. Towniswillingtopayforlicenseacquirementwitha two-yearcommitmenttotheposition.Hourlywages are$24.58to$32.35dependingonlicenses. SubmitresumeandthreereferencestotheTown Managerat jbeardsley@sandisfieldma.gov Position openuntilfilled.TheTownofSandisfieldisan EEOemployer.Forcompletejobdescriptionvisit www.sandisfieldma.gov underEmployment. HOT OFF THE PRESS every Wednesday. Check your mailbox.
Seekinganenthusiasticmusicteacherfor PK-6thgradeforthis3-day-per-week position. Theabilitytoplaypianoaccompaniment whileleadingthechorusisnecessary. ApplicantsmustbeMA-certifiedinGeneral Music.
Approximately10-20hours/week
Thescheduleisasplit-shiftof7-9amand/or 2-4pm(fewerhoursduringthesummer) TheDistrictwillhelpyouwith7Dlicensing requirements. Therateisdependentonexperience.
PetPartnerswascreatedtohelppetownerscarefortheir companionanimalsduringtimesofeconomicstress, sotheirpetscanremainintheirhomeandnotbe surrenderedtosheltersorrescuegroups.
PETPARTNERSPROVIDES: FoodforNeedyDogsandCats ReducedRateSpay/Neuter AssistancewithBasicVeterinaryCareCosts Donationscanbemadeonline throughourdonationpageat www.petpartnersberkshires.org or bymail: PetPartners,POBox67, WestStockbridge,MA01266
HAY FOR SALE: Round hay bales. Stored inside. No waste. $45. Square bales $6. 413-446-2446.
POMERANIAN PUPPIES. Starting at $700. Purebred. Reputable breeder. Registered. Located in Saratoga. 518-596-8781 call or text.
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BLACK KITTENS! Please consider adopting a black kitten. It is a bumper crop this year! Thank you! 518303-2910 Ancramdale, NY
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HAY FOR SALE: Round hay bales. Stored inside. No waste. $45. 413-446-2446.
BerkshireHumaneSociety CommunityCatProgram Trap/Neuter/Return 413-447-7878x143 214BarkerRd.,Pittsfield,MA www.berkshirehumane.org
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RESCUE KITTENS! Rescue kittens! Rescue kittens! We have many adorable, happy, healthy babies! To adopt please call 518-303-2910. Ancramdale, NY
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If you’d like to meet Ralph Lauren, call the shelter today! 413-447-7878 Ext. 124
AUGUST 27-30 - Fee-Waived Adoptions Berkshire Humane Society will be part of a state-wide effort to offer fee-waived adoptions on harder to place cats. Please contact the shelter for more information!
This super sweet guy is Ralph Lauren! Ralph is a 4-year-old tuxedo, domestic shorthair. Ralph starts a bit shy, but with a little love and attention, he warms up quickly. Ralph arrived at the shelter along with several housemates after their owner sadly passed away. Now this friendly boy would love a new home with you! In his prior home, Ralph lived indoors only with adults only. He’s one of the feline area’s resident “chatter boxes” and quite often you’ll find him meowing for attention while he stands in his kitty bed “pressing cookies”. He’s a food motivated cat, which will help him overcome his initial shyness. If you think Ralph Lauren fits your “style” please fill out a cat adoption application and speak with the Berkshire Humane Society feline staff directly at (413)-447-7878 extension. 124. Ralph has been waiting for a home since June 2nd.
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gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
A TREE SERVICE THAT dedicates itself to hard work and affordable prices. Finn Tree Service can tackle any of your tree work needs. There's no job too big or too small. Over 10 years of experience in the tree service industry. Call/text us today for your free estimate at (413) 8541565.
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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.
OUTDOOR SERVICES: Lawn mowing, gardens, mulching, tree-work, cleanups. professional work for reasonable rates. Free estimates. Owens Services 518-521-7787 or oli verowensservices@gmail.com
Fully insured. Busch Property Management, LLC. 413-854-1943.
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CustomRenovations
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Designer, Builder, Contractor. Licensed, Insured, Responsive. (413)504-3663.
PINE & SPRUCE TREES: $125. Nice trees for screening, view, blocks property lines. Planted, guaranteed. 860-485-4330.
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Insured. Free estimates. Professional work at reasonable rates. Owens Services, 518-521-7787 or oliver owensservices@gmail.com
WINDOW and DOOR restoration, repair, refitting, weather stripping, new fabrication of old style windows, storm sash and doors. 413-8541048. HIC18309. CSFA059711. Wayne Olivieri Carpentry.
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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. Carpenter- porch renovations, repairs, floors, drywall, paint. Electrical services. Small jobs welcome. 30 years experience, great references. Call Jose 860-795-3606 or send email to josehandy express@gmail.com
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.
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$1,150 Great Barrington 917-727-0052. Charming studio apartment for rent! Includes utilities, one parking space, kitchenette (not full kitchen), private entrance, and walking distance to town. No smoking, no pets. Peaceful and cozy living awaits!
3 BEDROOM available September 14 to December 14. Fully furnished duplex apartment in Housatonic, 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. All utilities included. Shared back deck and bbq. Two bedrooms- queen beds, one bedroom - 2 twin beds. No pets/no smoking. References and credit check required. $3500/month. 203-856-2447.
1950's RETRO KITCHEN table, 4 chairs.Perfect condition. Red + gray. Text Rose 413-329-1219. New $2,200. Asking $999. So cool!!
4BR RANCH AVAILABLE in Lee for long term rental beginning 9/15 or 10/1. 10 minutes to Tanglewood, Lenox and Stockbridge. 413-258-0634.
AVAILABLE OCTOBER 1, 2024. Lovely Stockbridge home. Four bedrooms, two full baths, situated on 8 acres on quiet road. Long term rental, $2700 month plus utilities. Lawn car and plowing included. No pets. Tel 413-298-6986.
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CHARMING WINTER Get Away in Sheffield MA available Nov 1 through April 1. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fireplace, washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen, 2 living rooms and wrap around deck. Surrounded by woods, 1 mile walk to town. $2500/month. 646-373-8452.
COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Up to 7,000 square feet of commercial space, legally zoned in a business district in Sheffield, MA. This unique space is located along the Appalachian trail, 3 miles to Guido's. The available space has a large 6,000 square foot main room 65'x108', fully open. 10' tall ceilings. There are ancillary office/work/storage spaces in addition. Fully heated with ample power. Please call 917-499-3533 for further details.
EGREMONT: 1 bedroom apartment with separate office in lower level of house in beautiful setting. w/d in utility room, dw, high speed internet, electric, heat, water, plowing, mowing, parking inc. No smoking. You can have your own garden. Available 9/1, full year lease. $1,500 per month. References required, one month security. Call 516-526-0587.
FLORIDA SUNSHINE and Disney Land. Legacy Vacation Resort in Kissimmee. Condo sleeps 6, master with ensuite, pools, gym, major attractions nearby. $700. for 7 nights!! Text/Call 413-3291219 for availability.
FURNISHED ROOMS: Copake, NY. Private bath, refrigerator, microwave, utilities. Linens/ housekeeping services. (518)-329-1175.
FOR RENT: Captivating home overlooking Stevens Lake! Private and only a short distance from Great Barrington. 3br/2bath. $5,500/mo. Call or text: 413-329-0182.
GREAT BARRINGTON
House for rent: Newly renovated 2 story, 2 bedroom. 1600+ Sq ft., 1 1/2 bath, laundry, 2 off-street parking spots. $2800/month plus utilities. Security deposit & lease required. No Pets. No Smoking. Contact Greg: gwardwn @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.
MAIN STREET GB village office or retail space. Sun or shade? 1st floor is NW facing, 2nd floor is SE facing. 2 parking spaces included with each, shared amenities, $1,000 to 1,200/mo includes heat/electric. Flexible terms or 2 yr lease, your choice.If interested text: 917-6239866.
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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.
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SHEFFIELD MA: Apartment for rent, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom, living room, bathroom and screened in porch. Includes heat, hot water and electric. $1700 per month. 1st month + security deposit required. No pets. Contact Paul 413-329-5259.
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TRAIN STATION FOR RENT: Great Barrington Train Station at 46 Castle Street. Short term and events preferred. Rent dependent on duration of occupancy. close to downtown. Parking adjacent. 413-329-7350.
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