Golden Tones: Berkshire Lyric Celebrates 50 Years with Gala Concert

Berkshire Lyric, a musical institution that took shape 50 years ago, will take the stage at Tanglewood’s Seiji Ozawa Hall in celebration of its golden anniversary with a gala concert on Sunday, June 9 at 3 P.M. The 90-voice Berkshire Lyric Chorus will be joined by the Blafield Children’s Chorus in an afternoon of choral … Continue reading Golden Tones: Berkshire Lyric Celebrates 50 Years with Gala Concert

PodCamp Western Mass. Turns Five

PodCamp Western Mass. 5 (PCWM),  convened on Saturday, March 30 at Holyoke Community College’s Kittredge Business Center. PCWM, in short, is a full day of lively discussion, info-sharing, and plenty of documentation via smartphone, tablet, or laptop. The event welcomes anyone interested in learning more about social media and networking, from beginners to advanced practitioners. … Continue reading PodCamp Western Mass. Turns Five

On tour: Getting Social with Wedding Media and Planners

A project I've been involved with has just wrapped: an autumn showcase of wedding venues, lodging, and restaurants designed to promote the town where I hang my cool vintage hats. Naturally, I have thoughts to share. Lenox is in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains, and the Lenox Wedding Tour invites luxury and destination wedding planners … Continue reading On tour: Getting Social with Wedding Media and Planners

A History of Halloween Heritage in the Berkshires

Blogtoberfest Guest Post #4, by Joe Durwin Living in the Berkshires, October is always one of the most vivid months to me.  The tenth month of the year in these hills is a boisterous swirl of foliage, harvest festivals, favorite foods, costume parties, and ghost stories. October is a time of such resplendent colors that … Continue reading A History of Halloween Heritage in the Berkshires