Great Barrington Real Estate – Shopping
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Joseph Nejaime, seen in his downtown Lenox store, is opening up the fourth Nejaime Wine Cellar
A new addition to Great Barrington, Ma. is the opening of a Nejamie's Wine & Liquors.
They have been a well established Spirits Store n Stockbridge & Lenox for many years
selling fine wines & cheeses.
Nejamie's is taking over the space currently occupied by Grapefinds in the
Big Y Shopping Plaza. Welcome Nejamie!
http://bit.ly/KyanjT
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Berkshire Real Estate – Gardens & Garden Tours
Saturday, May 14th, 2011
One good thing about all the rain we have had this year in the Berkshires is that our gardens should be very lush.
I live in Great Barrington, Ma. and i can see from my own gardens that the blooms this season are full with what looks like rich color. As far as the effect on Berkshire Real Estate Sales, beautiful well maintained landscaping and gardens are eye candy. They help to create those magic words Curb Appeal.
For Berkshire visitors, Second Home Owners and year round residents the Lenox Garden Clubs annual tour ” Hidden Treasures of The Berkshires” will be July 9th.
Six gardens will be open in Richmond & Stockbridge, Ma. http://www.lenoxgardenclub.net/gardenhousetour.html
If you live in a different part of the country or are traveling this summer the following article provides a comprehensive list of garden tours throughout the country.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/28/garden/28webtour.html?ref=realestate
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Berkshire Real Estate – Why A Second Home Here?
Thursday, May 5th, 2011
I routinely work with out of state buyers from NY, CT, NJ and FL. who are interested in purchasing Second Homes here in The Berkshires, Ma. They want to have a home in The Berkshires because it is a four season area. They like communities that have the cultural, and outdoor activities that Berkshire County offer. In the spring and summer when they come to town they like the idea of having a lot of lakes to choose from for swimming, boating, fishing plus many trails for hiking, and cycling.
Culturally speaking The Berkshires, Ma. 
is known as the summer cultural center for Music, Theatre, Dance with Tanglewood, Barrington Stage, and Jacobs Pillow taking the lead of the many performing companies. Summers spent in The Berkshires taking in the fresh air, and awesome mountain views have been well known for over a century. (more…)
is known as the summer cultural center for Music, Theatre, Dance with Tanglewood, Barrington Stage, and Jacobs Pillow taking the lead of the many performing companies. Summers spent in The Berkshires taking in the fresh air, and awesome mountain views have been well known for over a century. (more…)Great Barrington Ma. Things To do – Fiori Restaurant
Tuesday, April 19th, 2011
Fiori was buzzing with Great Barrington and Surrounding area Supporters at the Grand Opening Party the other evening. If the food is as good as the decor Fiori could become another second home owner favorite.
Great cocktails and appetizers were served. Word has it that the food is delicious. Authentic Northern Italian.
We were missing a great Italian restaurant in Great Barrington, Ma.. Can't wait to have dinner there – Good Luck to the Feldman Brothers.
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Great Barrington, Ma. Things To Do – Golf
Saturday, April 9th, 2011
Great Barrington - Wyantenuck Country Club is a favorite with both second home owners and full time residents. The club will be hosting the Massachusetts Golf Association's premier amateur event from July 11-15. Wyantenuck is very proud to be hosting an event of this magnitude. With the MGA's big events seldom being held west of Worcester, this is a rare opportunity for area golfers to play in a big tournament close to home.
http://www.berkshireeagle.com/sports/ci_17806758
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Berkshire Ma. Green News
Wednesday, March 30th, 2011
Berkshire Community College has been awarded a grant for over $200,000 from Northeast Utilities, According to the President, and Ceo of Northeast this is the largest grant that has ever been awarded to Western Ma.
The grant is to buy equipment for BCC new center dedicated to careers in Clean Energy and Sustainable Energy.
According to Peter Clark Board Member of Northeast Utilities Foundation, said the proposal was “well thought out and well put together”. It hit upon the 3 key points that the Foundation likes investing in, education, work force development, and
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Great Barrington Ma – Reconstruction of Main Street
Thursday, February 10th, 2011
The residents of Great Barrington, Ma. have voted 178 to 119 to continue to move forward with improving a plan that calls for the reconstruction of Main Street in Great Barrington. There has been great opposition to the plan by some residents and business owners who are concerned about the traffic delays the construction will cause, and the fear that shoppers will develop new shopping patterns.
http://www.berkshireeagle.com/ci_17345798
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Living In The Berkshires – Holiday Entertaining And Safety
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
The Berkshires is well known to be a wonderful place to spend the holidays. Lenox, Stockbridge, and Great Barrington are some of the favorite towns to buy a Second Home or Vacation in. The desire to create a Norman Rockwell Christmas is hard to resist. Whether you are vacationing, visiting friends, a full time resident or a berskhire second homeowner we increase our holiday entertaining schedule by inviting family and friends to partake with us in The Berkshire Holiday Spirit. With that we also increase our risks.
The U.S. Fire Administration says, that there are more than double the number of open-flame fires on Christmas Day as on any other average day, and on New Year’s Day there are twice as many as that. Some of the main causes are the additional cooking we do, the romantic lure and warmth of the fireplace, the glow of candles, christmas trees, additional lights, and children playing with matches.
This article from the National Association of Realtors gives you several great safety tips on how to reduce your fire risks. By following these tips you will create a safer environment , and enjoy The Holidays in the Berkshires.
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Berkshire Real Estate – Holiday Wishes
Monday, December 20th, 2010
Warm Holiday Wishes From Berkshire Country Homes
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Great Barrington – Breakfast Restaurant
Friday, December 17th, 2010
This is one of my favorite Great Barrington, Ma. breakfast places. Not only is the food fresh, the service is friendly and responsive. Martin’s is a Great Barrington institution for both locals and Second Home Owners. Eggs & Pancakes go great with the Berkshire Mountain View you see through the large front window that overlooks Railroad Street. During the height of the summer season be prepared to wait to get a table, it is not uncommon to see people lining up to get into this cozy spot.
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