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Loot Found+Made (Digital Exclusive): On the Road in Turners Falls

Loot Found+Made (Digital Exclusive): On the Road in Turners Falls

by NEPM | Feb 2, 2023 | Digital Exclusive

Since 2011, Loot Found+Made in the Village of Turners Falls has specialized in old industrial artifacts and locally handmade goods for artists, craftspeople, interior decorators and anyone who loves cool old stuff!   Executive Producer Tony Dunne takes us inside to...
Richie Richardson’s FAB Fashion Boutique: On the Road from Turners Falls

Richie Richardson’s FAB Fashion Boutique: On the Road from Turners Falls

by NEPM | Feb 2, 2023 | Art & Entertainment, Economy, Show Segments

There aren’t many small towns that can boast a New York City fashion designer in their midst — but Turners Falls can!   Love brought Richie Richardson from the big city to the region, but its beauty, potential, and sense of community have kept him here. Splitting his...
Remembering Hollywood Legend Douglas Trumbull

Remembering Hollywood Legend Douglas Trumbull

by NEPM | Jan 5, 2023 | Art & Entertainment, Show Segments

Legendary Hollywood special effects wizard, filmmaker, and inventor Douglas Trumbull passed away on February 7th, 2022. The Oscar-winning Berkshires resident was responsible for the dazzling visuals in some of the most iconic films in cinema history.    Later in his...
Gone But Not Forgotten: The Rusty Nail

Gone But Not Forgotten: The Rusty Nail

by NEPM | Dec 29, 2022 | Gone But Not Forgotten, Show Segments, Special Series

Many local music-goers still fondly remember the old Sunderland roadhouse club on Route 47 known as the “The Rusty Nail.”   Burned to the ground 30 years ago this July, the Nail hosted an incredible array of local and international acts from Fat and the Ramones to...
Gone But Not Forgotten: WCCC Radio

Gone But Not Forgotten: WCCC Radio

by NEPM | Dec 29, 2022 | Gone But Not Forgotten, Show Segments, Special Series

For many hard rock music fans in Connecticut and western Mass, the only station worth listening to was “The Rock” 106.9 FM WCCC. This legendary radio station provided the soundtrack to many local teens’ lives and even spawned the career of Howard Stern.   The station...
Gone But Not Forgotten: North Adams Transcript

Gone But Not Forgotten: North Adams Transcript

by NEPM | Dec 29, 2022 | Gone But Not Forgotten, Show Segments, Special Series

For over 170 years, the North Adams Transcript served the residents of the Northern Berkshires, informing the locals and serving as a training ground for world-class journalists.   Executive Producer Tony Dunne fires up the press one last time and turns the page back...
The History of Massachusetts’ Highest Peak, Mt. Greylock

The History of Massachusetts’ Highest Peak, Mt. Greylock

by NEPM | Aug 18, 2022 | Art & Entertainment, Show Segments

Beloved by hikers and those who love the outdoors, Massachusetts’ Mount Greylock has inspired everyone from Ralph Waldo Emerson to Herman Melville.    A magical spot for many, for others it was just another mountaintop along the Taconic Mountain Range – until a...
Craft a Custom Guitar at Berkshire Stringed Instruments

Craft a Custom Guitar at Berkshire Stringed Instruments

by NEPM | May 26, 2022 | Art & Entertainment

Nick Lenski has been passionate about making guitars for most of his life, often out of local wood sourced from the forests surrounding his Berkshires home.   But a few years back Nick decided to turn his pastime into a career by teaching others how to make the...
Things That Go Bump in the Night: Old New-Gate Prison (Digital Exclusive)

Things That Go Bump in the Night: Old New-Gate Prison (Digital Exclusive)

by NEPM | Oct 29, 2021 | Show Segments, Simple Pleasures

With the celebration of Halloween this weekend, we turn to tales of things that go bump in the night — stories of the supernatural, the mysterious, and the unexplained.  And with so much history in western Mass, there are many places with dark pasts and scary stories...
Things That Go Bump in the Night: October Mountain (Digital Exclusive)

Things That Go Bump in the Night: October Mountain (Digital Exclusive)

by NEPM | Oct 29, 2021 | Digital Exclusive, Show Segments, Simple Pleasures

With the celebration of Halloween this weekend, we turn to tales of things that go bump in the night — stories of the supernatural, the mysterious, and the unexplained.   Folklorist Joe Durwin takes us on a supernatural tour of the Berkshires’ October Mountain State...
The History of Massachusetts’ Mount Greylock (Digital Extra)

The History of Massachusetts’ Mount Greylock (Digital Extra)

by NEPM | Jul 16, 2021 | Digital Exclusive, Show Segments, Simple Pleasures

Beloved by hikers and those who love the outdoors, Massachusetts’ Mount Greylock has inspired everyone from Ralph Waldo Emerson to Herman Melville.   A beautiful and historic site, it was once just simply a mountaintop along the Taconic Mountain Range – until a...
Pittsfield’s 1791 Baseball Bylaw (Digital Extra)

Pittsfield’s 1791 Baseball Bylaw (Digital Extra)

by NEPM | Jun 25, 2021 | Digital Exclusive, Special Series

Several years ago a bylaw dating to 1791 was discovered in Pittsfield, banning the play of several games, including one called “base ball.” This is the earliest recorded mention of the game in the United States, so is Pittsfield the birthplace of Baseball as we know...
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    Divided: Scenes from Inauguration 2021

     
    JANUARY 19, 2021
     

    A Photo and Interview Series by Barry Goldstein
    In America, the inauguration of a Commander In Chief is traditionally a time of celebration. Politicians, special guests, and everyday Americans converge on the National Mall in front of the U.S. Capitol building to mark the swearing in of the next President of the United States. Full of pomp and circumstance, inaugurations are an important democratic ritual and a symbol of the peaceful transfer of power.
     

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    ‘Something Extraordinary’ at Westfield State University (Pt. 2)
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    ‘Something Extraordinary’ at Westfield State University (Pt. 2)

    March 23, 2023

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.

    Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And this week, Zydalis Bauer continues her discussion with artists JaJa Swinton, Tara Gorman, and Kahli Hernandez exploring how the project fosters unity and the inspirations behind the installations.

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

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    From Schoolteacher to Brew Maker (Digital Exclusive)
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    From Schoolteacher to Brew Maker (Digital Exclusive)

    March 23, 2023

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewp

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.

    Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

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    Billie J. Farrell, First Female Commander of the USS Constitution
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    Billie J. Farrell, First Female Commander of the USS Constitution

    March 23, 2023

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 v

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  

    And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year history. 

    Connecting Point took a road trip to the Charlestown Naval Yard to meet with Commander Farrell and take a tour of the historic ship.

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

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    Queer Identities & Art at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
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    Queer Identities & Art at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

    March 23, 2023

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prom

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  

    Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programming at the Stowe Center, to learn more about how museums are handling the complex ethics surrounding untold Queer histories and interpreting the sexuality of women in the early 20th century.

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

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    Four Phantoms Brewing Company
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    Four Phantoms Brewing Company

    March 23, 2023

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 20

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.

    Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community hotspot and brings us this next story.

    Learn how Drew Phillips’ English major shaped his career path in a digital exclusive clip.

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

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