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Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
A National Landmark for dance, featuring hundreds of performances and free events. "The hub & mecca of dancing in North America." - Time.
(413) 243-0745 Fax (413) 243-0749
358 George Carter Road, Becket, MA 01223
info@jacobspillow.org
http://www.jacobspillow.org
 
Tanglewood
Classical, popular, and jazz concerts June to Labor Day at the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Tanglewood Music Center.
(413) 637-5165 - Summer/(617) 266-1492 - Off Season/(888) 266-1200 Fax (617) 638-9436
297 West Street, Route 183, Lenox, MA 01240
http://www.bso.org
 
Berkshire Choral Festival
Saturday concerts July 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13 at 8 pm. 225 voices & Springfield Symphony. On grounds of Berkshire School. Pre-concert talk at 6:45.
(413) 229-8526 Fax (413) 229-0109
245 North Undermountain Road, Sheffield, MA 01257
http://www.choralfest.org
 
Close Encounters With Music
Fall, winter & spring series presenting world-class musicians & chamber music programs in a thematic context. Schedule posted on our website.
(518) 392-6677/(800) 843-0778
PO Box 34, Great Barrington, MA 01230
cewmusic@aol.com
http://www.cewm.org
 
Stockbridge Chamber Concerts
Founded in 1975 by Elizabeth A. Hagenah & BSO members. Summer festival and fall & spring series. December holiday concerts for families.
(413) 442-7711/(413) 637-3206, (888) 528-7728 Fax (413) 442-7711
Searles Castle, 389 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230 and Museum of the Gilded Age at Ventfort Hall, Lenox, MA 01240; Mail: 68 Kenilworth Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
http://www.stockbridgechamberconcerts.org
 
Shakespeare & Company
"Producing top-notch classical and modern fare in the Berkshires for 27 years." - USA Today. Plays in 3 theatres May-October, free Bankside shows.
Box Office (413) 637-3353 Fax (413) 637-3160
70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA 01240
boxoffice@shakespeare.org
http://www.shakespeare.org
 
Triplex Cinema
Presenting an exciting mix of independent, foreign and Hollywood films in downtown Great Barrington. Walk to all shopping and restaurants.
(413) 528-8885 Movie Phone/(413) 528-8886 Office Fax (413) 528-8889
70 Railroad Street, PO Box 906, Great Barrington, MA 01230
mngr@thetriplex.com
http://www.thetriplex.com
 
Berkshire Art Gallery
Museum quality 19th and 20th century American, European and Contemporary art. Open Sat and Sun, noon - 5 pm or by appointment or chance.
(413) 528-2690 Fax (413) 528-0419
80 Railroad Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230
jhwberkart@hotmail.com
 
Fellerman and Raabe Glass
Gallery, school and studio, visitors can view the exciting process of glass blowing, browse the gallery, take a class. Phone for schedules.
(413) 229-8533 Fax (413) 229-8535
534 South Main Street, Sheffield, MA 01257
http://www.fellerman-raabe.com
 
Berkshire Botanical Garden
15 acres of country landscapes, display gardens and gift shop open 10-5 daily, May-Oct. Educational programs, special events year-round.
(413) 298-3926 Fax (413) 298-4897
Routes 102 & 183, PO Box 826, Stockbridge, MA 01262
info@berkshirebotanical.org
http://www.berkshirebotanical.org
 
Chesterwood
Home of Daniel Chester French, sculptor of the Lincoln Memorial. Visit the studio, garden, woodland walk, museum shop. May-Oct, Daily 10-5.
(413) 298-3579 Fax (413) 298-3973
4 Williamsville Road, PO Box 827, Stockbridge, MA 01262
chesterwood@nthp.org
http://www.chesterwood.org
 
The Mount, Edith Wharton's Estate and Gardens
Serene 50-acre estate w/exquisite formal gardens surrounding elegant 1902 mansion designed by Edith Wharton. ""Magnificent"" - Times. Tours/café/shop.
(413) 637-1899/(888) 637-1902
2 Plunkett Street, at the southern junction of Route 7 & 7A, Lenox, MA 01240
http://www.EdithWharton.org
 
Canyon Ranch In The Berkshires
Feel your best at the world's best spa & health resort. Year-round inclusive luxury vacation packages available. For a tour contact ext 5524.
(413) 637-4400/(800) 326-7080 Fax (413) 637-0057
165 Kemble Street, PO Box 2170, Lenox, MA 01240
http://www.canyonranch.com
 
Essencials Day Spa
Relax for an hour or indulge for the entire day. Full service day spa offering hair, facials, swedish massage, manicures, seaweed wrap & more.
(413) 443-6260 Fax (413) 443-6911
439 Pittsfield Road, Lenox, MA 01240
spa@berkshire.net
http://www.Berkshirespas.com
 
Michele's Salon & Day Spa
Whether your visit is a short one or you choose to spend the day, the atmosphere we nurture brings out the best in your experience.
(413) 528-9999 Fax (413) 528-9445
54 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230
http://www.michelessalon.com
 
Norman Rockwell Museum
Experience Norman Rockwell's original paintings and discover changing exhibitions of other masters of illustration. Open daily. Kids free.
(413) 298-4100 Fax (413) 298-4142
9 Glendale Road, PO Box 308, Route 183, Stockbridge, MA 01262
inforequest@nrm.org
http://www.nrm.org
 
Arrowhead, Home of Herman Melville
Melville's home from 1850-63, where he wrote Moby-Dick. House tours, nature trail, museum shop. Open daily June thru Columbus Day 9:30 - 4:30.
(413) 442-1793 Fax (413) 443-1449
780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201
info@mobydick.org
http://www.mobydick.org
 
Hancock Shaker Village
200-year-old original Shaker village. 21 historic buildings, Shaker furniture, Round Stone Barn, craft demonstrations. Galleries, shop, café. Kids admitted free!
(413) 443-0188/(800) 817-1137 Fax (413) 447-9357
Route 20, PO Box 927, Pittsfield, MA 01202
info@hancockshakervillage.org
http://www.hancockshakervillage.org
 
The Mission House Museum and Gardens
This National Historic Landmark, built in 1739 and restored in 1930, tells of Colonial era Stockbridge - both English and Mohican. Gardens.
(413) 298-3239 Fax (413) 298-5239
19 Main Street, PO Box 792, Stockbridge, MA 01262
westregion@ttor.org
http://www.thetrustees.org/missionhouse.cfm
 
Area Restaurants
 
SALISBURY, CT 06068
(5 miles from Option Institute)
 
Chaiwalla ($-$$) 860-435-9758
1 Main Street
Tea house, international cuisine. Closes in November for the winter. 860-435-1011
Dinner, Tuesday-Sunday.
Brunch, Sunday-noon.
Holly’s ($) Holly’s ($)
10 Academy St.
860-435-0000
Breakfast and Lunch
Pastorale Bistro & Bar ($$-$$$)
223 Main St.
15 Undermountain Rd./ Rt. 41 at Rt. 44
860-435-0030
American cuisine; Bar. Porch seating available.
LAKEVILLE, CT 06039
(7 miles from Option Institute)
Boathouse ($$$) 860-435-6760
349 Main
860-435-2111
Fine American dining in casual atmosphere
Dinner every night except Tues.
Lunch, Saturday & Sunday only.
Live music
 
China Inn Chinese Restaurant ($-$$) Woodland ($$-$$$)
343 Main Street
860-435-6888
Chinese cuisine.
Rt. 41
860-435-0578
Continental cuisine. Also serves sushi.
Open lunch & dinner, Tues. - Sat.
Sunday, dinner only. Closed Monday.
Pocket Knife Pub ($-$$)
8 Holley St./ Rt. 41
SOUTH EGREMONT, MA 01258
(8 miles from Option Institute)
 
Egremont Inn ($$$) Mom’s ($)
10 Sheffield Road
413-528-2111
Dinner only, Wednesdays – Sundays.
Route 23
413-528-2414
American cuisine. Breakfast & Lunch
John Andrew’s Restaurant ($$$)
Route 23
413-528-3469
New American cuisine.
Route 23
413-528-1421
Restored gristmill. Dinner only.
SHEFFIELD, MA 01257
(2 to 7 miles from Option Institute)
Limey’s Restaurant ($-$$$) Stagecoach Restaurant ($$)
650 N. Main St.
413-229-9000
Dinner only. Variety of dishes.
854 S. Undermountain Rd.
413-229-8585
Dinner only, Thursdays – Saturdays
Village On The Green ($)
113 S Main St
 
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA 01230
(12 to 15 miles from Option Institute)
Aegean Breeze ($-$$$) Great Barrington Bagel Company ($)
327 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-4001
Greek cuisine
777 South Main Street
413-528-9055
Bagels, sandwiches, salads & soups.
Aroma Bar & Grill ($$) Helsinki Tea Company ($$)
485 S. Main St.
413-528-3116
Indian Cuisine
No lunch on Tuesdays
284 Main Street, rear
413-528-3394
International cuisine.
Baba Louie’s Pizzeria ($-$$) Koi ($$)
286 Main Street
413-528-8100
Organic sourdough bread pizza.
3302 State Rd/Rt.23
413-528-5678
Chinese cuisine.
Barrington Brewery & Restaurant ($-$$) Manhattan Pizza Company ($-$$)
424 Stockbridge Road / Route 7
413-528-8282
American cuisine. Casual Atmosphere. Seasonal outside dining. Pool table & dart boards.
490 Main Street
413-528-2550
Italian cuisine. Lunch & dinner delivery.
 
Bogie’s ($$) Martin’s Restaurant ($)
935 S. Main St. / Rt.7
413-528-5959
Steak House with a salad bar. Pool tables, outside dining & live entertainment on weekends. Call ahead.
49 Railroad Street
413-528-5455
Breakfast and lunch from 6 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Castle Street Café ($$-$$$) Pearl’s ($$$)
10 Castle Street
413-528-5244
Dinner only, w/ piano bar. Seafood, pasta & steak.
47 Railroad St.
413-528-7767
American cuisine.
The East Chinese Restaurant ($$) Spencer’s Restaurant at Thornewood Inn ($$$)
Rt. 7, 305 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-8850
Chinese & Japanese cuisine.
Junction Routes 7 & 183
413-528-3828
Country continental cuisine. Sat. live music.
Glory of India ($$-$$$) 20 Railroad Street ($-$$)
312 Main Street
413-528-3651
Authentic Indian cuisine.

413-229-7500
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
20 Railroad Street
413-528-9345
American cuisine. Casual atmosphere.
Shiro ($$)
105 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-1898
Sushi & Hibachi.
Siam Square ($$) Viviani’s ($$)
290 Main St.
413-644-9119
Thai cuisine.
177 Main Street
413-528-3843
North Italian cuisine.
Union Bar and Grill ($$-$$$) Xicohtencatl Mexican Restaurant ($$)
293 Main Street
413-528-6228
American cuisine.
50 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-2002
Mexican cuisine. Outdoor dining. Latin rhythms.
Uncommon Grounds Café ($) Woggaffer’s
403 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-0858
Organic coffee house. Juice bar & vegetarian café. Lunch daily.
345 Main St.
413-528-0573
Homestyle soups, sandwiches, salads and baked goods. Breakfast, lunch, espresso bar & Internet.
Verdura ($$$)
44 Railroad St.
413-528-8969
Rustic Italian cuisine. Wood-fired oven & grill.
 
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