Mission Statement:
"To promote business prosperity and a healthy community by providing
information,
services and advocacy for our members."
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Southern Berkshire Towns
: Alford, Egremont, Great Barrington, Monterey,
Mt. Washington,
New Marlborough, Otis, Sandisfield & Sheffield
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THANK YOU FOR SPONSORING
THE 2017 E-NEWS
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*Every month we randomly draw member business names during the Business After Hours. Those members are then asked if they would like to be featured in the Business Spotlight. Featured members must submit requested information. We hope your business is drawn soon!
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First Congregational
Church of Sheffield
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Executive Director
Tune into WSBS at 9AM on
Thursday, November 30th
to hear Betsy Andrus talk about
upcoming
Southern Berkshire
Chamber of Commerce Events!
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Welcome New Chamber Members:
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The Law Office of Emily Zelenovic
Berkshire Agricultural Ventures
Inn at Sweet Water Farm
The Inn at Freeman Elms Farm
First Congregational Church
Ellen Shanahan Leadership Consulting
Sheffield in Celebration/Sheffield Fair
Home Care Services of Massachusetts
Berkshire Opera Festival
Artistic License
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There is no bigger compliment
to us than
when you
refer a New Member!
Did you know that when you refer a
New Member you will receive a 10% savings on your
Membership Renewal? Even better, did
you know that you can
refer up to
10
New Members per year?
This would earn you a
FREE Membership Renewal!
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DON'T FORGET TO LOOK FOR
GIGI & MILLIE
IN EACH NEWSLETTER!
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- The Zoning Board of Appeals has an opening for an Alternate Member. This is an appointed position (by the Select Board, upon recommendation by the ZBA) and the Alternate is asked to serve if a regular member of the Board is unable to do so.~ The ZBA averages 3-4 hearings a year and hearings usually take place at 3PM on a weekday and usually do not require a significant time commitment.~ Interest in land use and zoning is helpful.~ Please send a short letter to the Board if you would be interested in serving as a ZBA Alternate Member.
- Ongoing events:
- Chair Yoga, Tuesdays at the Monterey Community Center 9 - 10am.
- Cards & Games Club, Tuesdays at 1pm at the Community Center.
- Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association wellness clinic at town hall, Thursday, November 9th, 2-3pm, no appointment necessary, flu shots will be available.
- Council on Aging foot care clinic with Jane Kelley, R.N.~ Thursday, November 9th from 9-11:30 am at Town Hall.~ Call the COA at 413-528-1443 x247 for an appointment. Any age is welcome you do not have to be elderly or disabled. The cost is $25.
As always for a full calendar of events and closings please go to
www.montereyma.gov and click on "Meeting Calendar". If you have any comments or suggestions, please feel free to email them to me at
admin@montereyma.gov .
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Gigi and Millie were had so much fun
trick-or-treating this Halloween!
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for a link to upcoming showtimes
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What to do:
1. Reply to this email with the name and contact information for someone you think could benefit from having their home staged
2. Send us the name of your local charity of choice
3. Or, call one of us
4. Enjoy the holiday season |
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Begins November 2nd
with Kendra Lassor
Thursdays 9-10:15 AM
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Liz Glynn's sprawling installation - spread across 30,000 square feet - begins with a sequence of three "analog caves" that hearken back to basic sensory experiences. The first cave, TOUCH, contains hanging stalactites and piles of industrial felt. The second structure, SOUND, features listening stations with a turntable, vinyl records, and a cassette player and tapes, playing recordings made without digital processing. The third cave, SMELL, includes a series of hand-formed ceramic vessels based on platonic forms each containing scents linked to philosophical ideas, such as the Epicurean notion that partaking in pleasure leads to well-being.
Liz Glynn
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You will instantly look amazing in our Insta Plaid Maxi. IT is
lightweight
and perfectly for layering. In available to purchase now,
make sure
you check out a store near you.
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Buy More, Save More
with our Overstock Sale
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Whether you are working on a big project, many projects, or just
want to stock up on your slab inventory, be sure to check out
In the overstock sale, we have over 1,100 slabs for you to pick from; the more slabs you buy, the more money you will save!
Buy 2 Slabs - Save 10%
Buy 3 Slabs - Save 15%
Buy 4-9 Slabs - Save 20%
Buy 10+ Slabs - Reach out to the sales office
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November is for Giving Thanks
at
The Rookwood
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Greetings!
Does time speed by when you're busy, having fun, aging or doing too many things? I'm not sure if there is only one answer to the question, but I do have an answer, at least for me. I am
planning on slowing down, committing to live in each moment and appreciate everything and everyone in my life. I have committed to rededicating my early mornings to reading, journalling, practicing gratitude, meditating and reading my affirmations for life. My first public affirmation of gratitude for November is for you! I am so grateful that you have chosen to make The Rookwood Inn your home away from home, to use us as your home base as you go off to explore the Berkshires in every season.
I love November! I love the crisp, crunchy sound of the fallen leaves as I walk Migo around the village. I love the smells of apple cider mulling on the stove. The aromas of apples cooking in pies or baked apples for breakfast make me smile. I love that
we can finally have fires in our fireplaces and enjoy the company of others in the guest parlor. But most of all, I love that November brings with it Thanksgiving and the gathering of family and good friends. If you haven't made plans yet, give us a call. There's always room for Rookwood family.
If you've already planned your Rookwood Getaway for this fall and/or winter, we can't wait to see you. If you haven't made your plans, it isn't too late. We would love to share the wonders of our Berkshires with you in every season!
With hugs and wishes that you have much to be thankful for this season,
Amy
Amy Lindner-Lesser
Innkeeper, Justice of the Peace &
Curator of Magical Experiences at The Rookwood and Beyond
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Thank you for renewing your membership with
The Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce:
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High Peak Partners
SSHomeImprovements
Berkshire Mountain Bakery
Corashire Realty
Home Sweet Home Doughnut Shoppe
Allegrone Companies
Catherine Tower
Southern Berkshire Regional School District
Law Offices of Scott A. Sanes
Berkshire Gold & Silversmith
Ann Barrett Associates
Berkshire Children's Chorus
Crescendo Inc.
Berkshire Bike & Board
The Journal of Antiques & Collectibles
Fiesta Bar & Grill
One Mercantile
Railroad Street Youth Project
First Congregational Church of Sheffield, United Church of Christ
Berkshire County Kid's Place
Gallery 315 Home Furnishings
The Well Restaurant & Bar
Berkshire Hills Regional School District
Southern Berkshire Registry of Deeds
The Berkshire Eagle
Traveling Professor
October Mountain Financial Advisors
Staveleigh House Bed and Breakfast
Egremont Village Inn/The Barn
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Upcoming Events from the Southern Berkshire
Chamber of Commerce...
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Hello Downtown Business Owners & Friends,
Believe it or not, it's that time of year again! Time to get festive! Please review the attached form for pricing of this year's Ward's Holiday Trees. As always delivery will begin the Monday following Thanksgiving (Nov. 27th) and be completed by that following Friday (Dec. 1st). Please have your orders and payment submitted to the Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce by Friday, November 10th. Please make checks payable to the: Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce.
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News and Events from our Members!
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Hosting a Demystifying Disabilities in the Workplace Employer Workshop
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On Thursday, November 2, 2017
3 to 4 pm at BerkshireWorks
160 North Street in Pittsfield
Expand Your Diversity in the Workplace! Adaptive Equipment Demonstrations!
Learn about resources for Accommodations. We appreciate your support
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Make a Terrarium Gift
Saturday November 4 - 10 a.m.
Nancy Hall instructs how to plan and plant your own miniature garden for yourself or as a gift. Ward's provides the plants, soil, and layering material. You supply a large 1 - 5 gallon, wide-mouth, clear glass jar to fill. (Container not included. Please pre-purchase from Ward's or re-purpose a fish bowl or other interesting large jar.) Kids 10 and older can do one with an adult helper!
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Friday | November 10 | 7:30 PM
Cantata Concert with
Myron Lutzke
and Friends
Meet and Greet Reception to follow
First Congregational Church
251 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA
$30 Open Seating | $25 Berkshire Bach members
$60 Premium Seating | $55 Berkshire Bach members
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Chef Shelly Williams and her team at HAVEN Cafe, are creating an Asian menu inspired by the film sure to delight your senses! To purchase your ticket, please call 413-528-8030 or email
lauren@biffma.org.
Date: FRIDAY, December 1, 2017
Venue: HAVEN Cafe
(8 Franklin Street, Lenox, MA)
Time: 6:00 Cocktails, 6:30 Dinner, immediately followed by the screening of Ang Lee's EAT, DRINK, MAN, WOMAN
Cost: $65 per person, exclusive of gratuity
*Seating is limited and RSVP required.
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