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THE DEVELOPER (Part Two): Alander’s Ian Rasch champions a ‘mixed-income’ downtown. But who’s likely to rent his upscale apartments?
Developer Ian Rasch says his formula for acquisition and redevelopment will enable Alander to contribute to a “mixed-income” downtown in Great Barrington. How accurate that is, and what it means for affordable and workforce housing, may depend in part on whether the town steps up soon with effective housing policy, financial resources, or both.
Lena H. Ostrander, 91, of Great Barrington
Funeral Services for Lena H. Ostrander will be held on Thursday, October 20 at 10 a.m. with a Liturgy of Christian Burial at Saint Peter’s Church in Great Barrington with Reverend William P. Murphy Pastor officiating.
September 2022 Berkshire weather: Dry and warm
As far as temperatures are concerned, warmer and warmer seem to be the norm now.
Central European string quartets across the centuries
You can almost draw a straight line on a map of central Europe through the birthplaces of the three composers represented on last Sunday afternoon’s concert at South Mountain.
CONCERT PREVIEW: The Brentano String Quartet brings Béla Bartók back home to South Mountain
Bartók’s music is at all times as honest and uninhibited as a shrieking toddler and so genuinely human that a listener feels bound to inquire and to really understand what all the noise and fuss is about.
Sheffield group looking for artists to ‘Draw the Hall’
Dewey Memorial Hall has announced its “Draw the Hall” contest in search of a depiction of the building with bold lines blocks of white against black that will be able to be be easily reproduced on letterheads, merchandise, or on the organization’s website. The winner of the contest will receive a $200 gift card from JWS Art Supplies.
Work on Du Bois Freedom Center moves forward
According to Eugenie Sills, interim executive director of the W.E.B. Du Bois Freedom Center, the organization hopes to open the doors to the center within three to five years. “However, much depends on fundraising and the availability of material and labor,” she told The Edge over email.
Pullin’ for the Pantry raises funds and spirits
The People’s Pantry held its fundraising event Pullin’ for the Pantry, which consisted of performances by several musicians and groups, including the BTU’s, Tyler Fairbank, Wanda Houston, and Rees Shad, at the Egremont Barn on Thursday, September 22.
Residents, organizations team up to Smash the Stigma
Representatives from several organizations were present in booths at the Smash the Stigma at the Town Hall Gazebo on Saturday, September 17 to give out information about resources to those who might need them.
John F. Rogers, 70, of Lenox
Whip smart, charismatic and witty, John was a trusted advisor and a beloved friend to many throughout his life.
CONCERT PREVIEW: West Stockbridge Historical Society presents the Rick McLaughlin Trio featuring Sheryl Bailey and Yoron Israel
The Rick McLaughlin Trio, consisting of Berklee professors Rick McLaughlin, Sheryl Bailey, and Yoron Israel, will close out the West Stockbridge Historical Society’s 2022 Jazz Concert Series at the Old Town Hall, Saturday, September 24, at 8 p.m.
Berkshire Busk! closes second season
“I think people keep coming back to The Berkshire Busk! because everyone keeps having fun,” event founder and co-organizer Eugene Carr said of the event whose season came to a close on Saturday, September 3. “This is a great way to see all of your neighbors and meet with your friends. It’s great that the community comes alive at night here in Great Barrington.”
Salute to Patrick White for proposed tax relief in Stockbridge
Chairman White’s suggestion certainly got the town’s attention regarding a problem that has festered for decades.
Advice from a Berkshire writer
Having a way with words and being a professional writer are two different things.
BITS & BYTES: BBG art exhibit; Lenox Jazz Stroll; Koshersoul; Bernard A. Drew to discuss CCC camps; old-time music workshop and concert; Knosh & Knowledge
Featuring well-known and up-and-coming artists, Berkshire Botanical Garden’s season-long “Symbiosis” exhibition will open with the third indoor installment on September 16.
In response to former Stockbridge Select Board member Roxanne McCaffrey’s letter on the Residential Tax Exemption
Many of the people who can afford to move here have an intrinsic vein of altruism. I hope they will not overlook the as-of-yet unmet needs of deserving residents in their own town because of the distracting rhetoric of some of our local politicians.
‘No difference’ between part-time, full-time residents
There is no difference between the full-time and part-time populations of Stockbridge. We are all people, and if you prick us, do we not cry? If you stick us, do we not bleed? And if you wrong us, do we not seek redress?
The long road to National Historic District designation
The Sandisfield village of New Boston has been approved for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
MASS MoCA residency program focuses on foreign-born, first and second generation Americans
Through the combined efforts and resources of The Studios at MASS MoCA and The Berkshire Immigrant Center, this program gives a unique opportunity to an underserved group of artists.
Sheffield Fair returns, Saturday Sept. 10
Held at the Sheffield Town Park, off Miller Avenue, everything is free except for food or vendor items.
A vote for sheriff candidate Alf Barbalunga
We don’t need more six figure executive jobs at the jail; we need better treatment and education for the inmates so that there is less relapse.
Laura Keeney Tucker, 96, of Alford
Throughout her life, Laura enjoyed exploring the outdoors, watching birds, and learning about the natural world, no doubt leading her sons to their lifelong interests—birding and nature photography for Jim, and a career in forestry for Peter.
Stockbridge tax plan is ‘ill-advised’
Inequitably, Stockbridge plans to tax homeowners who use the fewest resources the most. Call it the “Stockbridge non-user fee.”
Part-time Stockbridge residents up in arms over possible residential tax exemption
The part-time residents who were interviewed for this story expressed anger about the proposed Residential Tax Exemption, stating it could “damage the culture of Stockbridge in a very unfortunate and bad way.”
In support of the proposed Stockbridge residential tax exemption
The benefit of the proposed Stockbridge residential tax exemption to low-income residents is sufficient to offset the additional cost until a more targeted program can be approved by the state and implemented locally.
In public forum District Attorney and Sheriff candidates address issues of racial justice
District Attorney Andrea Harrington and Berkshire County Sheriff Candidate Alf Barbalunga answered questions regarding how they would handle issues involving racial justice at a candidates forum organized by The Berkshire Resources for Integration of Diverse Groups through Education and moderated by CEO and Founding Director Gwendolyn Hampton VanSant.
BITS & BYTES: Celebrating W.E.B. Du Bois; BAC gala; Rodin talk; historic hike at Bidwell; BIFF and Bousquet film series; Marianne Van Lent exhibit opening
“W.E.B. Du Bois: I’ve Known Rivers” will be held on August 27, the 59th anniversary of Du Bois’s passing.
Re-elect District Attorney Andrea Harrington
DA Andrea Harringon has proven she is up to this vital task.
An audience with actor John Douglas Thompson at the New Marlborough Meeting House
Longtime Shakespeare & Company board member Barry Shapiro is surely looking to provide a classic in inviting renowned stage and screen actor John Douglas Thompson for a retrospective of his life and work at the New Marlborough Meeting House on August 27.
CONCERT PREVIEW: Advocate of underrepresented composers and new music, Chelsea Randall performing at The Foundry June 25
A dedicated advocate of underrepresented composers and new music, Chelsea Randall seeks to create fresh dialogues between the old, new, and undiscovered as a performer and collaborator in the program she brings to The Foundry on Friday, June 25 for the launch of “American Mavericks.”
William F. Finkle, 72, of Housatonic
Billy was an avid fan of classic cars and could often be found at the various car shows throughout the area. He was also a true-blue Patriot’s fan. Above all else, however, he was a family man.