The Berkshires Blog

Enjoy Gilded Age Splendor

By Kara L. Thornton The Berkshires, a popular Gilded Age vacation destination, offers a wonderful way to experience this time in American history through unique tours of many preserved and unique h...  Read more...

Posted on September 24, 2018

Get Outside and Enjoy the Foliage

By Darci Sosa We know when the night air turns brisk and children return to school that fall is on its way. Along with it, comes the beautiful Berkshire foliage. Visitors both near and far and resi...  Read more...

Posted on September 8, 2018

Charlie O’Brien, Adams Community Bank

The Berkshires have been part of Charlie O’Brien’s life since childhood when he and his family came up to the area from their Long Island home to ski. Since then, the 59-year-old President and CEO...  Read more...

Posted on August 4, 2018

Charming Downtown Shopping Trail

By Darcie Sosa Is there anything better than going on a shopping spree while on vacation? The Berkshires has hundreds of quaint stores filled with authentic goods. Be sure to bring your wallet — ...  Read more...

Posted on August 4, 2018

Summer Fun for All Ages

By Nancy Macy When it comes to summer playgrounds, the Berkshires offer fun and excitement for all ages. Whether you’re into outdoor adventure, exploring history, unique shopping and dining, or e...  Read more...

Posted on June 30, 2018

Cool Off Outside

Darcie Sosa As things are heating up in the beautiful Berkshires, many of us want refugee from all the fun in the sun. Per usual, the Berkshires does not disappoint. Here you will discover a vast a...  Read more...

Posted on June 27, 2018

Leah Thompson, BART Charter Public School

Leah Thompson grew up in the Berkshires, in the small community of Savoy. She left for college at the University of Massachusetts and then headed to New York City to begin her career. When she decided...  Read more...

Posted on June 27, 2018

Take a Walk Back in Time

By Kim Ostellino The Berkshires is truly a unique travel destination offering visitors unparalleled scenery, amazing outdoor activities, non-stop cultural events, and vibrant downtowns full of tren...  Read more...

Posted on June 2, 2018