Downtown Greenfield will come alive tomorrow, Friday, March 27, for this month’s Greenfield Arts Walk—a celebration of local creativity that transforms the heart of town into a hub of art, music, and community connection. Held on the last Friday of each month, the Arts Walk highlights the vibrant creative energy that continues to grow [...]

Freedom Café in downtown Greenfield, Massachusetts, has quickly become a local favorite for homestyle breakfasts, warm hospitality, and community-minded service. As part of this week’s Featured Friday, the spotlight is on this family-run café where comfort food and kindness go hand in [...]

Frontier Regional School is gearing up to welcome the community for its Spring Musical production of Mary Poppins, promising an evening of charm, music, and “practically perfect” fun for all ages.

Show dates, times, and tickets

Frontier Regional’s production of Mary Poppins will run for three performances: Friday, March 13 and Saturday, [...]

How to Make the Best First Impression as the Market Heats Up

Spring is one of the most active real estate seasons in Western Massachusetts. As the snow melts and the landscape comes back to life, buyers re-enter the market eager to tour homes and make offers before [...]

Massachusetts Maple Weekend returns on Saturday and Sunday, March 7–8, 2026, offering a sweet opportunity to explore working sugarhouses, learn how maple syrup is made, and bring home bottles of pure, locally produced maple goodness. In Franklin County, several family-run operations will welcome visitors for tours, tastings, and farm-fresh [...]

Tucked into the rolling hills of Western Massachusetts, the rural communities offer a lifestyle that feels worlds away from the pace of city living. Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend getaway, a seasonal escape, or a future retirement retreat, buying a second home in the Hilltowns provides scenic beauty, rural character, and a strong [...]

Greenfield’s creative spirit takes center stage this month as Ja’Duke Theater welcomes Momentum: A Fundraiser for the Greenfield Business Association, with performances on February 27 and 28 at 6 p.m. This lively revue brings together Broadway favorites, popular hits, and plenty of local talent—all in support of one of Greenfield’s most [...]

Fabric of Life in Shelburne is quietly doing something powerful: helping people relearn traditional skills that make daily life richer, more connected, and more creative. This 501(c)3 educational nonprofit is dedicated to preserving and passing on hands-on knowledge—from agriculture and construction to music and craft—that strengthens both [...]

Franklin County offers plenty of ways for families to enjoy winter during school vacation week, from days on the slopes to indoor play, skating, and quiet walks in the woods. 

Hit the slopes at Berkshire East

Berkshire East Mountain Resort in Charlemont remains one of the region’s go-to winter destinations, with multiple lifts and a variety [...]

There are more homes for sale than there’s been in years.. But what you need to remember is, even with that shift, there’s still plenty of opportunity to be had if you’re thinking about selling – whether that’s next month or later this year. You just need to stay up to date on what’s happening in the market, and have a strategy that matches [...]