Shop Local! Shopping local keeps your dollars in our community, helps create jobs, and reduces environmental impact! So, this holiday season, and throughout the year, let’s spread the love by supporting the local artisans, retailers, and creators that help keep the Berkshires vibrant and unique!
Birdfeeders benefit wild birds and will entertain any nature lover! Ward’s Nursery offers feeders for suet, thistle, seeds, mealworms, nectar, or nuts. Multiple styles will attract diverse bird varieties. Choose ornate, rustic or the most popular—squirrel-proof! Don’t forget the food: suet, sunflower seed, or specialty mixes. $5.99–$149. wardsnursery.com
The wine enthusiast on your gift list will appreciate these handpicked selections of fine wines. Let Spirited Wines experienced staff help you choose your special six-bottle assortment, and they’ll package it in a beautiful authentic wooden wine crate. Starting at $120. Prices will vary based upon wines chosen. spirited-wines.com
Sweaters made from 100% Lila’s Mountain Farm wool in the natural colors of the sheep. The flock is raised on Berkshire sunshine and pasture. The wool is washed, spun, and knit within a few hours’ drive of the farm. Be warm and cozy and help sustain the flock and the planet. $160–$350.
The foodies on your gift list will love stocking their kitchens with Hilltop’s wide assortment of pantry essentials, many of them made with the orchard’s own apples. While you’re there, pick up some of their JMash cider and wine. And set the mood with a soy, vegan, and cruelty-free candle from Berkshire Candle. $8.99–$36. hilltoporchards.com
ShopatBerkshire’sonlywoman-owneddispensary, locatedat307MainStreetinDowntownGreatBarrington, andtreatyourselftothefinest-qualitycannabisproducts around!WarmupyourteawithCalyx’sinfusedhoneyor grabsomepre-rollpacksfortheslopes.Checkouttheir pain/sleepmenuoptionsaswell!Widerangeofprices. Calyxberkshire.com.
An artist-owned and -operated shop that features the work of creatives across Berkshire County, Hudson and Pioneer Valleys, and Connecticut. Shop unique home goods, artisanal jewelry, ceramics, art, eclectic apparel, and expert millinery. Locations: 25 Railroad St., Great Barrington, and Greylock Works, 508 State Rd., North Adams. $5–$500. railroadstcollective.com
This set of six vibrantly colored hand-blown Art Deco coupes adds a striking touch to any table.
Stylish and functional, they’re perfect for serving martinis, Champagne, or cocktails. Whether at a dinner party or for an apéritif, these beautiful glasses elevate every occasion, infusing gatherings with elegance and charm. $85. darebottleshop.com
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Edible Berkshires publishesfourprintissuesperyear, filledwithinspiringlocalstories,seasonalrecipes,and thefarm,food,anddrinkresourcesyoucan’tdo without!Eachsubscriptionhelpsussupportand celebratethefarms,chefs,artisans,andretailerswho maketheBerkshiresanextraordinaryplacetoliveand eat.$30.Edibleberkshires.com