Local Loves: Northfield Drive-In

I recently read an article that speculated on the future of entertainment and cinema in the age of social distancing- and it was suggested that drive-in movies could see a resurgence in popularity since they’re a practical way to maintain a safe amount of space from other people while still being able to go out […]

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“In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb…”

I know that the expression “In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb” usually only applies to the month of March- but I feel that it’s a fitting description for April, as well- especially this past weekend. As if Mother Nature’s sense of humor wasn’t already a bit odd- she went ahead and dumped some […]

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In Bloom…

I make it a point to get a bit of fresh air every day- all while following social distancing regulations, of course. Whether it’s simply cracking a window in my apartment to a quick walk around the block or a half hour drive through town with the windows down- now that Spring is here it’s […]

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Local Loves: Giovanni’s Ristorante

Up until last Summer, I had no idea that Florida, Massachusetts was a real place that existed out here in Western Massachusetts. The first time I ever passed through the area was while Troy and I were en route to a show at MASS MoCA (and taking the scenic way.) While I don’t remember much […]

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Searching For Spring…

It’s been a while since I’ve ventured out onto the Mohawk Trail and The Berkshires- months, really- which is actually a bit crazy because it’s one of the most beautiful and peaceful parts of Massachusetts. My previous schedule made it a little difficult to find the time or occasion- but now that I’m spending pretty […]

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A Month to Remember: March 2020

Well, it’s been quite a wild few weeks, hasn’t it? First and foremost- I hope you’re all healthy, safe, and getting through this strange and stressful time to the best of your abilities. I know it hasn’t been easy for anyone- and all we can do is take it day by day and hope for […]

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Local Loves: Nichewaug Inn

Petersham, Massachusetts is one of those small, “blink and you’ll miss it” towns here in New England you may not even realize you’re driving past or through on your way to/from another place. With a relatively small population and comprised of mostly forests and reservations- it’s an easy place to miss on a map. And […]

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The Great Outdoors…

In these times of uncertainty, and where the news and the rules/regulations being enforced to try and slow the spread of coronavirus are changing daily if not hourly- I’ve been trying to spend as much time outdoors as I can- away from the television and social media- if only for a little while. It’s one […]

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