#liveBRK Archives - Page 7 of 11

Residents from around the region share their notes on what makes living in the Berkshires great for them. From outdoor recreation to cultural amenities, what makes this a great place to visit often makes it a perfect place to call home…find out why from the diverse perspectives of our guest bloggers.

7 11, 2017

Massachusetts Ranked #4 in Nation for Most Bicycle Friendly State

Lindsey Schmid2018-01-22T12:10:25-05:00November 7th, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|

Massachusetts ranked 4th in the nation for the most bicycle friendly state. 22News found out what went into this finding, and why Massachusetts. According to the League of American Bicyclists’ bi-annual state report card,

3 11, 2017

Architect Annabelle Selldorf on Narrative Structures

Lindsey Schmid2018-01-22T12:08:24-05:00November 3rd, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: National Press|

I grew up with architecture. My parents were designers and architects involved in the local art scene in Cologne. As a child born in the early 1960s, I was surrounded by the cultural ramifications

13 10, 2017

50 Beautiful Small Towns We Want to Live In

Lindsey Schmid2017-10-24T12:40:34-04:00October 13th, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: International Press|

This handsome western Massachusetts town inspired Norman Rockwell's artwork ... and perhaps hundreds more families to settle down here. The town is simply magical during the holiday season, with old-fashioned decor trimming the streets.

11 10, 2017

BYP Member Spotlight – Corey Phillips

Lindsey Schmid2017-10-03T14:04:46-04:00October 11th, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: BYP|

Corey is a financial representative with the Bulfinch Group, where he helps families and small businesses achieve financial balance and success. Corey also owns a small business, City Package Store, a retail liquor store in Westfield, MA.

10 10, 2017

Staying in the Berkshires for Summer Camp

Lindsey Schmid2017-10-10T09:53:58-04:00October 10th, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: 1Berkshire Article|

By Blake Sunshine There is truly nothing as splendid as the rolling hills, lush forests, serene mountains, and sparkling lakes of the Berkshires. With an average summer temperature in the high seventies and a so

6 10, 2017

The Rural We: Christina Barrett

Lindsey Schmid2017-10-20T09:56:17-04:00October 6th, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News, Women in Business|Tags: Local Press|

Christina Barrett is the Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment at Berkshire Community College, but her involvement with local nonprofit organizations is practically another full-time job. On top of all her charitable work, she

2 10, 2017

Fall Foliage Weekend Celebrates Magic in the Berkshires

Lindsey Schmid2017-10-05T11:03:28-04:00October 2nd, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: Local Press|

There will be plenty to do and see in North Adams this weekend as the 2017 Fall Foliage Festival celebrates its 62nd year with "Magic in the Berkshires." The annual events begin Friday night

2 10, 2017

Jacob’s Pillow Offers Year-Round Programming Through May

Lindsey Schmid2017-10-05T10:54:47-04:00October 2nd, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: Local Press|

After celebrating its record-breaking 85th anniversary season, Jacob's Pillow announces new, expanded fall, winter and spring programming as a main component of Vision '22, a strategic approach to the Pillow's transformation into a year-round

2 10, 2017

Magic in the Berkshires: Theme Draws Increased Participation to Northern Berkshire Fall Foliage Parade

Lindsey Schmid2018-02-27T14:19:44-05:00October 2nd, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: Local Press|

Jessica Gwozdz wasn't initially certain how her students at Studio North Dance Arts would handle marching in Sunday's Fall Foliage Parade. But after strolling through downtown North Adams on Platform 9 3/4 — a reference

11 09, 2017

Berkshires Welcome New U.S. Citizens

Lindsey Schmid2017-09-26T10:49:50-04:00September 11th, 2017|Categories: #liveBRK, News|Tags: National Press|

There are 16 new U.S. citizens in the Berkshires tonight. The naturalization ceremony was held at the Norman Rockwell Museum, in partnership with the Berkshire Immigrant Center. New citizens from around the world were sworn