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Wild Brush
Gifted artist Neil Davidson brings his talents to Southern Vermont Arts Center for a highly anticipated show
Benjamin Lerner
Jun 25 min read
Perfect Pesto
Every so often, I have the time and the foresight to make something over the weekend that will last for at least a few days, like pesto, which has different variations and can be used to add an herbaceous, earthy flavor to pasta, rice, soups, and meat dishes.
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 283 min read
Memorial Day Weekend
Hey, Friends! What are you all up to this Memorial Day weekend?
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 202 min read
Passing the Theatrical Torch
Can you believe it’s mid-May already! Summer is coming…can you feel it?
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 133 min read
To My Baby Boy
Hello, Friends! Mother’s Day is this Sunday, and of course, my husband and I will be honoring the mothers in our lives and sharing time with them to celebrate over the next week or so.
The Guide's Grab Bag
May 64 min read
The Wonder of Student Art
This exhibition, showcasing students aged 1-19, includes drawings, paintings, and sculptures from more than 30 schools, all presented beautifully throughout the Elizabeth de C. Wilson museum.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 292 min read
How Does Your Garden Grow?
It’s that time of year when we start doing some spring clean up around our homes and businesses, gathering up the stick debris, trimming back the bare bushes, and maybe doing some seed starting.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 222 min read
Revani (Greek Semolina Cake Steeped in Syrup)
Ooohhh, I am so excited this week to share with you a scrumptious recipe from my colleague, Anastasia Stanmeyer, Editor-in-Chief of our sister publication, Berkshire Magazine.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 152 min read
JK Adams at Home
This week, we’re giving a shout out to Dorset’s favorite houseware brand and one of our favorite local partners, JK Adams.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 91 min read
Our Furry Bundles of Joy
I recently had the pleasure of visiting Manchester’s only pet store, Pets Etc., and chatting with the lovely staff about their store.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Apr 12 min read
Primavera
Pasta primavera has a garlic, oil, and broth-based sauce that includes al dente vegetables.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Mar 252 min read
More Team Talent
John and his family moved to Southern Vermont in 2023 after a long career in advertising and marketing in New York City
The Guide's Grab Bag
Mar 182 min read
March is National Reading Month
I hope you are all enjoying the first few days of March, a time of year when we start to daydream about snowmelt and spring flowers.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Mar 53 min read
Versatility
Hello, again, Friends. A few weeks ago, I introduced you all to my Old Mill Road Media colleague, Nick Burchard, and his Vulture Culture ...
The Guide's Grab Bag
Feb 261 min read
Courage
On Friday, 2/21, Benjamin’s new EP, entitled, “Run Towards the Truth” will be released.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Feb 193 min read
The Bee's Knees (with a Twist)
We ended up naming it “The Night Flower.” I use Barr Hill gin, lemon, a chamomile-infused honey, Lillet, and an egg white.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Feb 123 min read
Music in the Berkshires
The heart of Music in the Berkshires’ platform is its music calendar, which lists nearly every live music performance in Berkshire County.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Feb 52 min read
Storytellers
Nick was introduced to me as a videographer, but I soon discovered that he’s also a filmmaker, photographer, graphic designer, and comic art
The Guide's Grab Bag
Jan 292 min read
Grandma’s Ricotta Pie
Grandma made the first ricotta pie I ever tasted, and it was love at first slice!
The Guide's Grab Bag
Jan 222 min read
The Campaign Continues
I’m honored to share a note from my colleague, Benjamin Lerner, staff writer for Old Mill Road Media, musician, and recovery advocate.
The Guide's Grab Bag
Jan 155 min read
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