KENT'S VACUUM CENTER announcing a huge inventory reduction sale! Prices have never been sharper! All 2024 Miele floor model cordless Triflex vacuums are on sale between 20-25% off. 20% off all SEBO D4 Power Team vacuums. Regular price $1399, save $400! All major credit cards accepted. Kent's Vacuum Center, 2 Stillwell Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230. 413- 528-0690. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Closed Tuesdays and weekends.
THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY abre los lunes de 4-5:30pm y los jueves de 10am-12:30pm. En Saint James Place, esquina de Main St y Taconic Ave, GB, frente a CVS. Los compradores locales puede visitar una vez a la semana a eligen entre una variedad de productos, proteinas, alimentos enlatados y mas. Todo gratis. Sin requisitos de ingresos o identificaion. Protocolos Covid.
ELDER CARE seeking full time position. Over 20 years experience, excellent references. Call 203-815-2690.
SEEDS: Grow your own this season. High quality female seeds, many strains available. Glass and Grow- Barcelona Breeders Group. Call or text us at 413-854-3242.
DISCOVER YOUR ROOTS. Need help building your family tree? Experienced family history researcher, based in Lenox, can help you knock down those brick walls and find answers to your long asked questions. Reasonable and flexible rates. Free consultation. Member NGS, NEHGS, NYG&BS, and BFHA. Call Robert at 914-260-2120.
FARMERS: Complete lineup of haying, tillage and corn planting equipment for sale due to merger with another farm. Trucks and tractors available as well. All of high quality, kept under cover and with regular maintenance with low usage. Many are in "like new" condition and are up to date models and are well under new model prices, which have doubled or more recently. Call 413-626-3770.
FOR SALE: Hand operated 10 ton hydraulic log splitter, new, still in box, $125. 2 Rigid Chain cast iron pipe cutters, $200. Standard pool wall foam, 24B-1/8" x 42"x125 ft. New, still in box, $20. 518-755-3128, leave message.
FREE BIRD WALK. Saturday May 17, 7:30 AM. Rain or shine. Sponsored by Egremont Land Trust and led by Brian Kane. Brian is an associate professor of commercial arboriculture at UMass Amherst, and he is passionate about bird watching. Meet at parking lot at Jug End State Reservation in Egremont.
I AM A PCA LOOKING for work to help take care of your loved one. I have experience with all phases of home health care. Please call me at 508-818-8896 and we can talk. Thank you.Linda Kushi.
I AM A 76 YRS OLD Non judgemental male artist interested in meeting a female born under the Taurus or Virgo sign, gifted in some way with some kind of the arts. For friendship or companionship. Preferably a nonrepublican. If interested please send me a text message 413-717-5949. Thanks David.
MIXED COMPANY presents "This Place. These Hills" by Joan Ackermann. Last weekend!! Call 413-528-2320 for information. For tickets/seats: ticketspice.com
NICE ANTIQUE DRESSER and BUREAU. $375 set obo. Can sell separately. GB. 413-528-2333.
OAK CLAMSHELL TRIM, 150', $300. Atlas belt & disc sander table, $195. 6' York rake w/wheels, $600. Simco saddle 14", $100. ancy 518-325-3527
OVEREATERS Anonymous can help you with your problems involving food. We meet every Friday from 1-2 pm at the Ambulance Garage, behind Fairview Hospital. For more information call Emily 413-329-7224 or go to oa.org
RETIRED PLUMBER and heating contractor in NW CT has stock and some tools for sale. Very reasonable. Text 860-309-7674.
SEWING BY RACHEL. Zippers, cushions, light upholstery, dog beds, horse blanket repairs, general repairs. (208)-270-9730.
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FOUND AT MILL POND Sheffield, April. Orange Pursuit kayak paddle. Call Dawn 413-429-5166
A.J. HANDYMAN Specialist. All home repairs. No job too small. Fencing, Remodeling & Restoration, Windows & Doors, Aluminum Trim, Flooring, Painting, Appliances Installed, Lighting/Ceiling Fans, Drywall & Taping, Rotted Wood Replacement, Wind Damage Repair. Fully insured/licensed. 413464-9033 or 413-637-8487
CLEANING SERVICE: Home, rental, Airbnb, post construction, office cleaning, restaurant cleaning. Berkshire, NY, Canaan, CT, or anywhere. 12 years experience. Fully insured. Text or call 413-645-2332. diamondteam723@ gmail.com
COMPUTER SERVICES: Windows PC tune-ups, repairs, upgrades, Wi-Fi networking, tech support. 413-528-1141 or https:// dellea.biz
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Maximize space, packing/moving, yard-tag-moving sale assistance. Wanda 603-455-3030, email: wandalombardi22@gmail.com
ENCLOSE YOUR DECK with a screen and glass enclosure combination. Call Southern Berkshire Builders. Fully insured. 413-4297101.
ESCOBAR'S PAINTING: Professional painter, over 25 years experience, surrounding areas. Interior and exterior painting, pressure washing of houses, decks, and fences. Fully insured, references available. Free estimates. 413-429-6333, 845-518-8609.
FIX-IT AND REPAIR: Services available to help with your repairs, home improvements and projects. Call or text Dan at 413-854-3242.
GENERAL CONTRACTING. Building, renovations, kitchens, baths, and home inspections. Fully insured. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders. 413-4297101. GB JUNK. 413-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarrington junkremoval.com
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Save energy! Get new vinyl replacement windows w/low E glass. Call Southern Berkshire Builders for estimate 413-429-7101.
GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS and hardscape. Licensed and insured, free estimates. Strong Oak Landscaping. Your driveway will thank you! 413-644-5164.
NORBERT'S LOCKSMITH Service: Certified and bonded. Commercial and residential. Locks rekeyed, repaired, installed and sold. Call 413-528-2221.
ORNAMENTAL GARDENING Services: Spring and Fall cleanup, mulching, planting, summer maintenance, pruning and other horticultural services. Fully insured with references available, serving Salisbury, Lakeville, Sharon, and other nearby towns for over 10 years. Contact Aaron of Knickerbocker Landscape and Garden LLC at knicker bockerlag@gmail.com (preferred) or call/ text 860387-8035.
PRESSURE WASHING Plus. Professional pressure washing done at affordable pricing. Homes, walkways, stonework, anything done. 20+ years experience. Negotiable pricing tailored to fit any budget. Call Robert 413-358-7948.
SENIORS: Do you need help with light housekeeping, gardening, companionship, errands, shopping? Call 518- 567-1697.
TAX PREPARATION Services. Personal income tax returns, authorized IRS efile provider. I.T.I.N. 413717-1096, 413-243-3961. Liliana Ortiz-Bermudez. Habla Espanol.
TAX PREPARATION Services: Local service, reasonable rates. Nadine Hawver 413-441-4893.
THE FLOOR SPECIALIST. Sanding, refinishing restoration of old floors, bleaching/white staining. When quality counts call Frank Monda 860-671-0468. thefloorspecialist@verizon.net
WE DO RUBBER roofing for your low pitched roofs. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders 413-429-7101.
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THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-12:30-pm, at Saint James Place, corner of Main & Taconic Ave, GB, opposite CVS. Local shoppers may visit once a week to choose from a variety of produce, proteins, canned foods and more. All free. No income or ID requirements. Covid protocols.
WE CLEAN HOMES in Great Barrington and surrounding towns. "A clean house makes angels dance!" Call Cony 413-429-7018.
TREASURE HUNT THRIFT Store. Open Saturdays 11-4. Jewelry, clothes, knicknacks, lamps, mirrors, paintings, etc. 9249 Route 22, Hillsdale, NY, across from Stewart's Convenience Store and next door to the Post Office. Call Margaret Bower Avenia, 518-697-9865 for more information or to make an appointment if you can't make it on a Saturday!!!
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TREE WORK: From trimming to removal. First class climbers previously employed by Asplundh. Exceptional, safe, cost efficient. Licensed and insured. Strong Oak Landscaping 413-644-5164.
UNDISCOVERED tiny town gifted artist with amazing work seeks any assistance and favour with leads to find a big city art agent/ manager to promote with publicity shows and sales. Reply to my website rosecourtstudio.com
YELLOW HOUSE BOOKS is now open every day, from 12-5. We buy books and music. Call 413-528-8227. Email us at yh.book @verizon.net or come by 252 Main St., Great Barrington.
COAT RACK (free standing) w/hat shelf, single sided, aluminum, mobile, 60"H by 38"W, $50 cash/carry p/u Sheffield. 413- 229-0070.
MAUREEN O'FLYNN Voice Studio. Voice Lessons: classical, opera, musical theatre, American Songbook, pop. 1/2 hr or 1 hr lessons. Consults: "Tune-ups" for working pros, voice teachers, choral singers. 1 hr. Find your voice, for health, joy, empowerment. 413-441-2015. www. maureenoflynn.com
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FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. All types chair seating. 40 years experience. Free estimates. 845444-0015.
FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. Shaker, taping, and veneer repair. Pickup and delivery. 413-822-1407.
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ANTIQUES/TAG SALE: May 17-18, 9 Bostwick St, Lakeville, CT. Rain cancels. Antiques include Jenny Lind trunk, Empire love seat, very old rocker, rope bed, crocks, quilts, desk, framed pictures, sleds, and more from antiques shop. Also Vintage corner cupboard, household goods, exercise bike and old chairs.
VENDORS WANTED. Memorial Day weekend. Great Barrington Historial Society Fund Raiser & Flea Market. Both days $35 a spot. Sat & Sun. Call Alan 413-248-1169
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COOKS, DISHWASHERS , and food service workers wanted. Lakeville, CT. Email: info@toryhilldining.com
DRIVER NEEDED for local transportation for appointments and errands. Call Lisa 917-373-4307.
HIRING CARPENTERS (Sawyers) $18 -$35/hr. Call or text 917-370-2742.
EMPLOYMENT Opportunities: Wyantenuck Country Club is seeking lifeguards for our upcoming season. Interested in working at an outdoor pool with a great team? Lifeguard position available end of May or June. Please call 413- 528-0350 or email: jen@ wyantenuck.org or stop by.
CAT CAREGIVER NEEDED for The Last Post Sanctuary in Falls Village, CT. This position involves daily cleaning of the cat rooms including dish and litter box washing, laundry, sweeping and mopping. Must have good transportation. We are currently looking for someone who can work Sunday and Monday with the possibility of more hours in the future. Please send a letter of interest to: cats@thelastpost.org or call Lauren at 860-824-0831
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COUNTRY SOUP seeks Part Time Dishwasher/ Kitchen Assistant. 2 days a week. Flexible hours. Must have good communication and transportation. Work in a friendly, nourishing environment. Reply by email phone/ text 413-358-8312 or email farmcountrysoup@gmail.com
GARDENERS NEEDED for native plant design company. April to December. Part time. Must be physically fit and dependable. Call for interview 347-496-5168. Resume and references needed.
GINO FURIO LLC is looking for Junior and Senior Carpenters. Email: contact @ginofurio.com for more information.
HELP WANTED: Carpenter and carpenter's helper needed. Minimum 5 years experience. Pay based on experience. Must have transportation and tools. Call Ron, RN Construction Co., 413-441-3320.
IF YOU ARE AN experienced, safe, smooth driver and you want to get paid well to share this skill with our passengers please call our office today. Very clean MA driving record required. All shifts available. Part time/Seasonal 413-243-1645 Ask for Becky.
ITALIAN SPEAKING person to refresh and/or teach a sight impaired 88 year old man. Italian. Could additionally read articles in English as well. Please call Lisa 917-373-4307.
LOOKING FOR house cleaners that can work on short notice, have reliable transportation, and your own cleaning tools. Must have prior house cleaning experience and be able to provide references. Text 413-358-8112 for more details.
PART TIME BOOKKEEPER, to either run QuickBooks or spreadsheet. Pay $20 an hour. For a small construction business. 413-854-4539.
PART TIMEHOUSEKEEPER wanted for formal home in Great Barrington, MA. Must have experience in a large home. Must be able to drive. Cleaning, organizing, laundry, ironing, light cooking. Must like dogs. Background check will be required. Either TuesFri or Wed- Saturday, 1-5pm. $30 per hour, paid with 1099. Please text 413-645-4104.
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PLUMBERS: Want to run your own business and earn a lot more? Have control of your schedule and make advancement in your life? Become a subsidiary of Gino Furio LLC. Looking for master plumbers and journeyman for a unique opportunity. Email contact@ginofurio.com for more information.
READER-For vibrant 88 year old man with sight impairment who loves listening to articles/books about politics, history, and general interest stories. 2 hours once or twice a week. Competitive hourly rate. Call Lisa 917-373-4307.
ROGER TRUCKING HAS positions available for CDL Drivers. Contact 413-528-8128.
SMALL CONSTRUCTION companyseeks carpenter's helper for general construction projects. On site carpenters will direct day to day labor. Must be able to carry weight within reason, agreeable, helpful, and follow through with instructions. Pay to be determined.Text 413-854-8325.
TEAM PLAYER WANTED for local furniture mover; someone who takes pride in their work. Flexible hours. 413-822-0985.
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CARPENTER FOR HIRE. I'll do small jobs or bigger jobs. I can remodel your bathroom or fix your hand rail. Call David Brown 413-528-9323. I am licensed and insured.CS 044370, HIC199222.
RETRACTABLE AWNINGS: Eastern Awning System retractable Aawnings and shades. Indoor/outdoor motorized shades. Enclosed 3 season rooms with motorized screens or fabric. Outdoor screens for summer movie nights. Get covered before summer.H&H Whole Home. Call 413-429-5134 Email: hhbuilder7@gmail.com
PEREZ Home Improvement: Stone work, decks, siding, roofing, kitchens, bathrooms, painting, garden installation and maintenance, landscaping, tree work. 845-616-5327. Email: mp578704@gmail.com
DAVID ALLARD- Designer, Builder, Contractor. Licensed, Insured, Responsive. 413504-3663.
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People considering buying or selling a home are facing a unique market. The real estate market has been in flux for several years, and high interest rates have made it more expensive to borrow.
The Mortgage Bankers Association is projecting that 30-year mortgage rates will level out to 6.5 percent for the forseeable future. That means that people who have been waiting for changes in the real estate market could be disappointed, and hesitant buyers may finally just bite the bullet and buy even if mortgage rates are not where they hoped they'd be in 2025. Homeowners with properties they are considering listing for sale would be wise to make certain changes that will help garner the best prices from buyers.
Make kitchen and bath improvements. The kitchen is the heart of many homes. Real estate agents may recommend that homeowners make minor to moderate kitchen upgrades like resurfacing cabinets, upgrading countertops and changing fixtures or hardware to give the room an overhaul.
Homeowners also should look to bathroom updates as smart investments that can improve home value. Katie Severance, author of The Brilliant Home Buyer, characterizes kitchens and baths as "money rooms" that add the most value to a home.
Declutter the home. Homeowners should clean out items they no longer need.
FOR RENT: Located in historic downtown S. Egremont. 3BR, 2 bath large 2 level apartment! Cathedral ceilings, wood floors and 2 walk-in storage areas, screened in porch, private outdoor terrace, three parking spots. No pet/smoking. $3300, heat included. References and credit check required. 1st and last month rent and security deposit. Email labonte @mac.com or text to 802-881-6280.
GREAT BARRINGTON: One bedroom home "On The Hill", completely renovated, gourmet kitchen, front and back porches, large space upstairs, easy walk to center of town, no pets. $2200/mo plus utilities, references. Phone 413329-9156.
GREAT BARRINGTON Train Station for rent or sale. Visit gbtrainstation.com for more information.
GENERALLY SPEAKING....we have what you’re looking for!
HOUSATONIC: 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, fully updated kitchen and bath with washer dryer hook-ups. Rent is $2050 and includes heat, hot water, electric, trash and plowing. There is a sweet little yard and it is close the center of Housatonic. Move in ready. 121frontstreet@gmail.com
LEE. 1 BRM APARTMENT. Upstairs, utilities included, $950/mo. Call 413-243-3546 for more info.
OWN YOUR OFFICE within an office condo in GB village, prices starting at $55K, pkg incl. Ample shared efficiencies. Location, location, location! Open house Saturday, May 17th, 2PM to 4PM. Tel/text 413-717-2071. 406 Main St., Great Barrington. https://sites.google.com/vie w/406main
SARATOGA NY: Lakefront house rental. 4br 2ba 2 to 8 ppl max. Close to racecourse, SPAC, back roads to all downtown has to offer. Call for rates and availability thru Fall. 518-577-5700.
HOT OFF THE PRESS every Wednesday. Check your mailbox.
Decluttering can make a space feel bigger, which is beneficial in a market where open concept floor plans remain popular among home buyers.
When buyers walk through a prospective home, they want to envision themselves living there, something that is more easily done if the home isn't overrun with the current homeowner's belongings.
Get to painting. Painting a home is a costeffective renovation with a lot of oomph. Freshly painted rooms appear clean and updated, says HGTV, and that can appeal to buyers. Homeowners should choose neutral colors to accommodate the widest array of potential buyers.
Improve the landscaping. The exterior of a home is the first thing potential buyers will see as they roll up to view a property or look at a listing online. Homeowners should start by evaluating and enhancing the landscaping. Ensure the lawn is well-maintained and add plants that provide color without a lot of maintenance.
Expand usable space. Homeowners can think about adding to the usable space in a home. This translates into finishing basements or attics or even converting garages to rooms. Or it may involve adding a three-season room.
Homeowners can consider a number of improvements to increase the resale value of their properties. EL255827
SHEFFIELD, FOR RENT:
One bedroom apartment surrounded by spacious grounds, 3 exposures, beautiful views, lg deck, private entrance and parking. No pets, no smoking. $1100 plus utilities. First month's rent, security and references. Call 413-229-3457. Please leave message.
SHORT TERM RENTALCOPAKE, NEW YORK small furnished studio apartment in bucolic setting, yet walk to town. non smoker, no pets, references, security deposit. Rent: $1,300 per month, utilities, Wifi included. Call for details 845-661-0810.
WANTED ROOM TO RENT: Former Berkshire resident, single woman, artist. GB area or south. Pref w/small fridge in room and kitchen rights. $500 a mo.? For Aug, Sept,Oct only, 2025 and 2026 hopefully. Contact shawn baker111@gmail.com
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