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BERKSHIRE FOOD EVENTS November 4, 2026: Culinary happenings in the Berkshires and beyond!

Pittsfield— On Saturday, November 14th from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Celebrate the Cranberry at Hancock Shaker Village. Hancock Shakers gathered cranberries in a bog near the North Family and kept them for use all winter long. Led by Deb Smith and Julie Smith in the Brick Dwelling Kitchen, the workshop will focus on pear-cranberry jam and apple cranberry compote just in time for you to plan your Thanksgiving menu.

Pittsfield, MA · 8d
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Unique Local Shops to Explore

Discover the best small businesses for holiday shopping. Looking for amazing shopping experiences in the Berkshires this holiday season? Check off everything on your gift list by supporting the small businesses in our charming cities and towns. From farm-fresh artisanal treats and handmade pottery to curated vintage finds and independent boutiques, our quick guide points you to the best places to shop local for gifts (and fun finds for you too).

The Berkshires, MA · 7d
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There’s A Family Campground In Connecticut So Massive It’s Practically A Small Town

Connecticut has been hiding something spectacular in its northwest corner, and it goes by the name of Lone Oak Campsites in Canaan. This isn’t your average patch of dirt with a fire ring and a prayer. It’s a full-blown outdoor community that makes you wonder why you ever bothered...

Connecticut · 12d
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3 Connecticut Cheesecake Factory restaurants have 'most loved' status

The Cheesecake Factory, which has been the focus of recent sparring by two presidents, is one of the most popular restaurant chains in Connecticut.

Connecticut · 9d

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Old Wethersfield's The Charles Closes for Good After Six Years, Owner Says

The Charles, the American comfort food restaurant that made its home in a restored 1790 house on Main Street in Old Wethersfield, has permanently closed after six years. Owner Bryce D. Hardy announced the closure, pointing to both the physical constraints of operating in a historic building and a financial setback tied to a related bakery business that the restaurant never fully recovered from.

Wethersfield, CT · 9d

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New Cafe Opening in Pittsfield's Former 'That's A Wrap' Space

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A new cafe is moving into the former That's A Wrap space at the corner of First and Fenn Streets. Ward 2 Councilor Cameron Cunningham has submitted a request for a 10-minute parking-loading zone in front of 132 Fenn St. It was referred to the Traffic Commission after last Tuesday's City Council meeting under Rule 27.

Pittsfield, MA · 6d

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Wilbraham United Players Present “A Christmas Carol”

11/20, 11/21, 11/27, 11/28, 12/4 & 12/5 at 7:30pm; 11/22 & 12/6 at 2:30pm. Fellowship Hall at Wilbraham United Church at 500 Main St in Wilbraham, MA. A Little Christmas Magic Comes to the Stage in Wilbraham! Get ready to leave “Bah, humbug!” behind! The Wilbraham United Players are bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved A Christmas Carol to the stage in a fast-paced, hilarious, and imaginative adaptation by Olivier Award-winning playwright Patrick Barlow.

Wilbraham, MA · 7d

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Pop-up stores open in Connecticut for the holiday season

South Windsor, CT · 7d

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New athletic training facility opens in Holyoke

A new athletic training facility in Holyoke is helping young athletes develop their skills and recover after workouts, with a $15,000 donation supporting the addition of a dedicated recovery lounge.

Holyoke, MA · 10d

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Big E’s supermarket changing ownership

EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - For nearly 50 years, Big E’s in Easthampton has been providing everyday groceries to customers in and around town, but now, the store is in the process of being sold, putting some community members on edge. “It’s not too big and it’s not too small....

Easthampton, MA · 10d

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Amherst Arbor Spotlight: Sugar Maple

This is the eleventh in a series of 12 articles produced by the Amherst Public Shade Tree Committee (APSTC) titled “Amherst Arbor Spotlight.” The series focuses on the town’s 12 species of shade trees and features a different tree each month. New articles are posted on the first day of the month on the APSTC website and in the Amherst Indy, with links on Facebook and Instagram. Read the previous columns here.

Amherst, MA · 7d

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Holyoke Mall announces 2026 holiday shopping schedule

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – Holyoke Mall has announced its holiday shopping schedule for the 2026 season, including extended hours around Black Friday and holiday attractions for visitors. The mall will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, but will reopen for Black Friday shopping on Nov. 27 from 7...

Holyoke, MA · 10d

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Kids Could Spend Hours Exploring This Whimsical Museum In Massachusetts

Even the bathroom is themed at this museum. When a restroom gets the full storybook treatment, you know nobody held back on the fun. The whole place honors one of the most beloved children’s authors ever, right in the city where he grew up. Life-sized characters wait around corners.

Springfield, MA · 8d

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ThunderBeard: ZZ Top Tribute in Pittsfield

ThunderBeard, a ZZ Top tribute band, plays the Colonial Theatre on Friday night. The band, which wears the signature beards, covers the career of ZZ Top. The first half of the set draws on the group’s bluesy 1970s songs, including “La Grange,” “Waitin’ for the Bus,” and “Brown Sugar.” It then moves to the synth-heavy hits of the 1980s, like as “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” and “Legs.”

Pittsfield, MA · 10d

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The eerie atmosphere of liminal spaces, captured by DPReview readers

Viewing liminal spaces often evokes strong emotions. The community captured some of their local places in our latest mini-challenge.

Pittsfield, MA · 10d

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WHAT I ATE: What I ate at Sugar Magnolia, Lenox’s own candy-filled wonderland

Lenox— Did you know that Lenox is home to the third largest bin candy store in the country? Sugar Magnolia, located at 51 Church Street in Lenox, has a highly-curated, massive selection of bins featuring 420 varieties of candy from Sweden, Italy, Germany, Finland, Norway, Holland, and Spain, including gummies, sours, Jelly Belly beans, salt water taffy, chocolates, liquors, and a huge selection of the latest craze: Swedish Candy.

Lenox, MA · 8d

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Wethersfield restaurant closes after 6 years

WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A popular restaurant in Wethersfield has permanently closed its doors after six years, citing limitations while operating out of a historic building and other personal obstacles. The Charles opened during the pandemic in 2020, facing “extraordinary challenges” from day one, according to a post from the restaurant. “My dream was to […]

Wethersfield, CT · 10d

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Holyoke Author Publishes History of City’s Jewish Community

HOLYOKE — Local historian Olivia Davis Mausel will give a reading and sign copies of her newly published book, “Their Stories: The Holyoke Jewish Community,” on Saturday, November 7, at 10 a.m. at the H.H. Richardson-designed train station at 12 Bower Street. The train station played an integral part in the lives of many individuals featured in “Their Stories.”

Holyoke, MA · 10d