DC-380 6" capacity, 220V. Excellent working condition. Includes front and rear extensions, extra blades and rolling stand. Must pick up in Lenox, MA. 413-320-7499. $799.
FOR SALE: Louis Vuitton, Celine, Gucci, Burberry, Cartier, Prada, Longchamp, Bally bags. Pre-owned treasures at T.P. Saddleblanket. 304 Main St. Great Barrington.
DINING ROOM TABLE drop leaf, w/4 chairs and several leaves, maple wood with mahogany finish. China Cabinet of same wood & finish. Good condition. Make an offer. Pics available. Text 413-329-6865.
E.D.A. MEETING (Eating Disorders Anonymous) meets Tuesdays at 12:30-1:30, Recovery Center, 67 State Road, Gt Barrington MA
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 914260-2120.
EURO-BRED KLEINPUDEL, Golden Retriever and Goldendoodle pups at BridleWoof South in Great Barrington. Call Susan to visit at 413-717-9317. www.Bridlew oodGB.com
FOR SALE: Top grain leather sofa in pristine condition. No smoking house with no pets $750. Photo available. 413446-7218.
FOR SALE: Mad River Explorer 16 canoe, paddles, life vests, carrier incl. $850. Proline Neoprene chest waders Boot Boltown size 10, $50. 413-528-9518.
FOR SALE: Men's bike. Can text photo. Needs new tires Low $. 413-429-5989.
FOR SALE: Southern Plantation cherry queen bed, decorative side rails. Pics available. Text 413-854-3033.
IS YOUR CAR DIRTY and sad? Let me make it clean and glad! Cody's car detailing where we do it all! Give us a call! 413-673-1446.
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WOOD PALLETS:
KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
KAYAK. 10ft Hurricane Aqua Sport-Santee Lt. VG condition used only 4 times, w/paddle and vest. Text 413-329-6865 for pics & price.
BUSINESS SERVICES
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 413-687-8487 FENCE REPAIR AND installation. No waiting, get it done now! 413-472-0592.
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
DECK SANDING, stripping, refinishing, repairing, painting and staining interior, exterior. Full service paint company. 413-829-8600.
ENCLOSE YOUR DECK with a screen and glass enclosure combination. Call Southern Berkshire Builders. Fully insured. 413-4297101.
EXPERIENCED HELP around the house. Handyman for odd jobs and small repairs. 10 years of experience in yard maintenance and home repair. 413-770-2321.
GB JUNK. 413-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarrington junkremoval.com
GENERAL CONTRACTING. Building, renovations, kitchens, baths, and home inspections. Fully insured. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders. 413-4297101.
GOT DRAFTY WINDOWS? 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.
HOUSE PAINTER: Over 20 yrs of local Tri-state experience. Call Cole at Bushnell Painting. 860-605-5856.
HURLEY POOLS AND SPAS Cleaning, Maintenance, Servicing. James Hurley 413-717-9409.
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR painting, handyman service, lawn care and garden maintenance, lawn mowing. Contact JM 413-854-7196.
POWER WASHING small and large jobs. High, tough to reach spots. Special concrete/ blacktop tool. Green chemicals available. 413-829-8600.
SHERA D. RN, BSN seeking private duty in the Berkshires and Tri-state area. Call or email 786-720-9350. shera.davisRN@gmail.com
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.
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
PICKLES FOR SALE: $10 per pint. I have two kindsBread & Butter, Garlic Dill. Call 413-717-7201.
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.
VIRTUAL ASSISTANCE for small business owners. Overwhelmed with all the demands being made on your time? I am a retired, Lenox based female business owner with extensive experience in all aspects of small business development. I am available to work remotely on your behalf. Please contact me to discuss how I can be of help to you. Betsy Brown-Daley 914-216-5319. Betsy.BrownDaley@gmail .com
POOL TABLE. 8ft, Olhausen, solid tulipwood, leather pockets, slate. VG condition. Text 413-329-6865 for price and pics.
ROSE BAUMANN REALTOR @ Lance Vermeulen Real Estate, 283 Main Street, GB. Local, honest, reliable. Call Rose 413-329-1219.
SEWING BY RACHEL. Zippers, cushions, light upholstery, dog beds, horse blanket repairs, general repairs. (208)-270-9730.
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.
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.
14-B BLOWDOWN VALVE (McDonnell Miller) w/gasket for water controls, bought new, never used, $50 cash/carry, p/u Sheffield, 413- 229-0070.
20' FLAG POLE. Free. Leave message. 413-443-2094.
AMERICAN STANDARD Towne Square bath pedestal sink base. White, new in open box, $50. Cash/carry. 413 229-0070 p/u Sheffield. Can separately buy sink basin.
FOR SALE: Complete works of Beethoven on more than 60 33-1/3 records. Same for Mozart. More than 60 records in each set. $50/set includes free delivery within 25 miles of Tanglewood. Call 518-5672539 if interested.
FOR SALE: Deluxe baker's rack, glass shelves in box 26x68. Never used. Asking $40. Call 413-229-2101.
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ACCORDING totheDirectorofVehicleSafetyandComplianceoftheRegistryofMotorVehicles,studentsshould NOT carryanythingonthebusthey cannotholdintheirlap. FOREXAMPLE: Skateboards,Suitcases,LargeInstrumentsandAthleticEquipment,willnotbeallowedonthebuses. Pleasetakethetimetoreviewthebussafetyruleswithyourchildren.Studentbehaviorthatdistractsthedriverwillbereportedtoschooladministration. COOPERATEWITHTHEDRIVER•REMAINSEATED•FEETONFLOOR•FACINGFORWARD•TALKQUIETLY BECONSIDERATEAND RESPECTFULOFOTHERS•RESPECTPROPERTY•NOEATINGORDRINKING NOGUM•KEEPBUSCLEAN-PUTYOURTRASHINTRASHCAN
FREE COLLECTION OF glass jars, bottles and plastic containers Good for preserving, storage, art projects what have you. 413-8544329.
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PIANO FOR ADULTS: specializing in adult students, my home or yours. Call Deborah Harris, 413-528-9027.
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FUN DAY at FRENCH PARK is back! August 30, 10:30 to 4pm. Join the Blue Rider herd at this free event celebrating our horses and community. Pony rides, games, bounce house, music and more.
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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A guide to Antique Dealers and Vintage Finds from Pittsfield to Sheffield along scenic Route 7 in Massachusetts
Mid-century modern furniture emerged between the 1940s and 1960s, during a period of rapid social and technological change. This design movement is celebrated for its harmonious blend of clean lines, organic curves, and a focus on functional simplicity. Influenced by post-war practicality and artistic movements like Bauhaus and the International Style, it sought to create beautiful, accessible furniture for everyday living. Designers embraced natural materials such as teak, walnut, and rosewood, often highlighting the natural grain to enhance warmth and texture. These were paired with innovative new materials of the era—molded plastics, fiberglass, and polished metals—allowing for bold shapes and lighter, more versatile pieces.
The color palette, while rooted in nature, often featured rich and playful accents: mustard yellow, avocado green, burnt orange, and turquoise provided vibrant contrast to the clean, understated forms. Pioneers of the style, including Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Arne
Mid-Century Modern: Classic Meets Practical
Jacobsen, and George Nelson, introduced iconic designs like the Eames Lounge Chair, Saarinen’s Tulip Table, and Nelson’s Platform Bench— pieces that remain as coveted today as when they first debuted.
Mid-century modern furniture was not just about aesthetics; it represented a philosophy of living that valued efficiency, adaptability, and connection to the surrounding environment. Large windows, open floor plans, and indoor-outdoor integration in architecture complemented the furniture’s sleek silhouettes, fostering a lifestyle both modern and human-centered.
Today, the style’s timeless appeal continues to resonate. Vintage originals are highly sought after, often considered investment pieces, while high-quality reproductions make the look accessible to new generations. Whether in a minimalist city apartment or a sprawling suburban home, mid-century modern design remains a versatile and enduring influence, shaping interiors around the world
155 DIVISION STREET, GT Barrington. Millennial moving sale. Handmade pottery, camping, homeware, clothing, bedding, plants, books, furniture, flat screen tv, appliances, tools. Sunday, August 24th 10-4. Sunday only. Good deals. Follow the yellow signs!Rain date 9/1. Text 207-741-4846 for updates.
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Pellet stove in excellent condition, 7 years old, well maintained & not over used. $900. Text 860-795-3550.
DATES: Sat August 23 and Sun Aug 24. 10:00-4:00. Rain or Shine. No early birds please. Items: antiques, electronics, rugs, tools, furniture, various household items, collectibles, holiday decor, wall art, luggage and more. Something for everyone. 5A Train Hill Road, Stockbridge (Interlaken off route 183).
HELP OUR VETERANS Tag Sale at the American Legion in Sheffield. August 23 & 24, 9 to 5. Antiques, jewelry and more.
END OF THE YEAR Estate Sale. We have been saving up since our sale last year. Art books, antiques, vintage jewelry, tools, weird and wonderful. One day only! Aug 23, 9-4. Rt 71 and Boice Road. Look for signs.
MULTI-FAMILY Downsizing Tag Sale: Women & Child clothing/shoes, some luxury items. Work out equipment including treadmill, row machine, weights, kids toys & play tent/equipment, stroller, camera & light equipment, microphone, tons of books of all subjects, and more! Saturday, 8/30, 9am-3pm & Sunday, 8/31, 10-2pm. No early birds please. 750 Berkshire School Road, Sheffield. Look for signs.
TAG SALE: 155 Division St. Great Barrington Sunday August 24th 10am-3pm. Rain date: Labor Day Sept 1. Text 207-741-4846 for updates. Kitchen items, furniture, indoor plants, oil paints, beginner 4/4 violin, silver jewelry, women's clothing, pottery, tv, homegoods and more.
WANT TO MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) and tutor both immigrant and native-born adults in our community. No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)243-0471. For more info visit www.litnetsb.org
TAG SALE: Sat-Sun, 8/23-24, 8am-1pm. 11 Goodrich St, Stockbridge.
TAG SALE: 9am to 3pm August 30, 31. An abundance of kitchen and household items: dishes, platters, picture frames, Christmas decorations, bowls, and accessories, pasta maker. Some sports and automobile equipment, lawn items, power tools and lots more. Fairview Terrace, Great Barrington MA
TAG SALE REDUX: Friday, August 22, Saturday, August 23. 48 Chatfield Drive, Lakeville CT, 9 to 3.
TAG SALE: August 23. Saturday only. 14 Highland Drive, Gt. Barrington. Antiques, household, crafting, John Deere tractor working engine, dog crates, furniture and more!
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FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. All types chair seating. 40 years experience. Free estimates. 845444-0015.
LeBEAU APPRAISAL Service: Antique furniture, silver, ceramics and weapons since 1973. 413-229-3445 voice & text.
QUEEN SIZE mahogany bed frame, $2,000. Andy 518-3253527.
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M-F flexible hours to accommodate school times if necessary. Must have general bookkeeping- accounting knowledge, be proficient in Quickbooks and other software, and be highly organized. Please send a letter of introduction and resume to morrisonsimprove@yahoo .com
TOWN OF SALISBURY School Crossing Guard. The Town of Salisbury is looking for a part-time School Crossing Guard. The School Crossing Guard helps children safely cross the busy intersection on their way to and from school, and control traffic flow around schools in the morning (7:45-8:45am), and at the end of the school day (2:45-3:45pm). Please submit your cover letter and resume to: Town of Salisbury, Attn: School Crossing Guard Position, P.O. Box 548, Salisbury, CT 06068 or call 860-435-5170. The Town of Salisbury is an equal opportunity employer.
EXTRAS After-School and Summer Program is looking for a Head Teacher! If you are passionate about working with elementary age children we'd love to meet you! This position is located at Salisbury Central School. Email extrasprogram@gmail.com for questions or to apply, or visit our website for more information: www.extrasprogram.co m
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.
LOOKING FOR Construction helpers for all phases of construction. Pay based on experience. Please Text 413-854-8325 for more information. Thank you!
THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-12:30pm, 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
GENERALLY SPEAKING....we have what you’re looking for!
WEATOGUE STABLES in Salisbury has an opening for stable help. Duties include feeding, turnout, barn and stall cleaning, etc. Experience preferred. Must be available Saturdays and afternoons Great team to work with. Competitive pay. Contact Bobbi at 860-307-8531.
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1 BED ROOM APARTMENT. 1500sq ft. Newly renovated apartment in downtown Stockbridge. Private off street parking. $2000.00 a month, heat and water included. 413-822-4333.
1270 CAPE ST. LEE, MA: 1 bedroom apartment/cottage for rent. $850/month, utilities not included. First, last, and security required. Ready mid September. Contact Martin at 413 281-1112 .
BARNS AND EQUIPMENT sheds for rent. High ceilings, 12' doors, 200- amp electric, unheated. Located 2 mi from Main St., GB. Call 413-854-3989.
BR, KITCHENETTE, BA on the Hill, GB. Great space, privacy, light, storage, location. Laundry, off-street parking, quiet, outdoor space, walk to town. $1245/mo includes utilities. Owner on separate floor. Start Sept. 1. Beginner100@gmail.com
3 BEDROOM available September 14 to December 14. Fully furnished duplex apartment est: 1200 sq ft located in Housatonic. Includes: fully equipped kitchen, separate dining room, living room w/ smart TV, 1 1/2 bath, 2 parking spots, W/D in unit. All utilities included & shared back deck & bbq. Two bedrooms, queen beds; one bedroom, 2 twin beds. No pets/no smoking. References and credit check required. Rent: $3500/month. Contact Marianna 203-856-2447.
CAMEL MOVING & Storage: 413-822-0985. Find us on Angie's List. See our testimonials at www.CamelMoving Storage.com
COZY STOCKBRIDGE cottage, full kitchen, spiral staircase to loft bedroom, on 4 acres with mature gardens. $500 week/ $1500 month. 413-298-7081.
FURNISHED ROOM for rent/ house share. Housatonic. $1100 monthly, utilities included. Bright, clean, WiFi. Non-smoking, no pets. Work references required. Available now. 413-429-5771.
GARAGE SPACE, LEE. $100/ month, vehicle only. Ideal for vintage or sports car. Owner in residence year round. Driveway not plowed in winter. 413-243-2862.
FOR SALE BY OWNER: Large barn 30'x110' with 7 acres. Ideal farm or commercial use, complement this property with your new home. many improvements including a new septic system, large farm fenced section and water. Offered price $599,000. Call 413-645-3384 for more details and viewing.
HOUSATONIC RENTAL: Private third-floor suite in quiet home. Suite includes bedroom sitting room, private attached bathroom and storage space. Fully furnished spacious kitchen is shared only with the owner. No pets. $950 per month includes all utilities and spring water .413 854 7007.
HOUSATONIC: 2 bedroom, lg kitchen and bath, washer/dryer hookup. $1800 per month. Heat, water, garbage, wifi, parking. Text 413-854-3033. First and last.
ROSE BAUMANN REALTOR @ Lance Vermeulen Real Estate, 283 Main Street, GB. Local, honest,and reliable. Representing buyers & sellers. Call Rose 413-329-1219.
RENTAL WANTED: One bedroom house or stand alone open studio space. Clean, private and quiet for local professional landscape designer with no pets or children. Local references, quiet, very busy creative. Must have space for bike, kayak, recreational lifestyle. Ideal location North Egremont , West Stockbridge or GB Hill area. Long term only. 413-7171306.
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