For this week’s Featured Friday, we’re highlighting The Blue Rock Restaurant & Bar, a casual fine dining restaurant in the heart of Shelburne Falls. Located at 1 Ashfield Street, The Blue Rock overlooks the Deerfield River and offers views of the iconic Bridge of Flowers, making it a memorable spot to enjoy a meal while visiting the [...]
As summer begins to give way to fall, there's no better place to enjoy the season than Sunflower Sunday at Apex Orchards in Shelburne, Massachusetts.
On Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the orchard will come alive with vibrant sunflower fields, pick-your-own fruit, local artisans, live music, delicious food, and [...]
Downtown Shelburne Falls has welcomed back a familiar face. After the closing of Gypsy Apple Bistro this past April, Chef Michaelangelo Wescott has returned with a new concept that's already earning enthusiastic reviews from locals and visitors alike.
Now operating as Gypsy Apple Cantina, the restaurant has transformed its cozy Bridge [...]
For families, friends, and groups looking to add a little excitement to their next outdoor adventure, Berkshire East Mountain Resort's Aerial Adventure Park in Charlemont, Massachusetts, offers an unforgettable way to challenge both body and mind. Suspended among a beautiful pine grove, this self-guided aerial course combines fun, [...]
This week's Featured Fridays spotlight shines on Shelburne Falls Pub & Brew & the Sweetheart, where history, hospitality, and exciting new beginnings come together. Nestled on the hillside overlooking Shelburne Falls, this iconic destination continues to evolve while honoring its rich history as one of [...]
Big changes are coming for one of Shelburne Falls’ favorite lunch and dinner spots.
Hotfire Bar & Grill is preparing to relocate from its current location at 24 Bridge Street to 10 Bridge Street, the former Boswell’s Books building. While the move has taken a little longer than expected, the restaurant is expected to open soon in its new [...]
When you’re looking for a local business that truly reflects the agricultural roots of Western Massachusetts, Greenfield Farmers Co-op is a perfect place to start. Founded in 1918, this longtime community staple has spent more than a century supporting farmers, gardeners, pet owners, and homeowners [...]
Tucked along Deerfield Avenue in the heart of Shelburne Falls, Salmon Falls Cafe has quickly become a welcoming stop for locals and visitors alike. Just a short walk from the iconic Glacial Potholes, the café offers not only a convenient bite to eat, but also a thoughtful approach to food, flavor, and [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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