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The Option Institute is located in a pristinely beautiful location with many activities to be enjoyed all around! In addition to all the wondrous hiking, fishing, camping, and all other outdoor activities, there is much to see while you are here!
Discover the Berkshires:
Visit http://www.berkshires.org
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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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
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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 |
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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 |
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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
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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
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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
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| SALISBURY,
CT 06068 |
| (5
miles from Option Institute) |
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| Chaiwalla ($-$$) |
860-435-9758 |
| 1 Main Street |
| Tea
house, international cuisine.
Closes in November for the winter. |
860-435-1011
Dinner, Tuesday-Sunday.
Brunch, Sunday-noon. |
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| (7
miles from Option Institute) |
| Boathouse ($$$) |
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 |
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| China Inn Chinese Restaurant
($-$$) |
Woodland ($$-$$$) |
343 Main Street
860-435-6888
Chinese cuisine. |
Rt.
41
860-435-0578
Continental cuisine. Also serves
sushi.
Open lunch & dinner, Tues.
- Sat.
Sunday, dinner only. Closed Monday. |
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| (8
miles from Option Institute) |
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| Egremont Inn ($$$) |
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
($$$) |
Route 23
413-528-3469
New American cuisine. |
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| SHEFFIELD,
MA 01257 |
| (2
to 7 miles from Option Institute) |
| Limey’s Restaurant ($-$$$) |
Stagecoach Restaurant ($$) |
650 N. Main St.
413-229-9000
Dinner only. Variety of dishes. |
854 S. Undermountain
Rd.
413-229-8585
Dinner only, Thursdays – Saturdays |
| Village On The Green ($) |
| 113 S Main St |
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| GREAT
BARRINGTON, MA 01230 |
| (12
to 15 miles from Option Institute) |
| Aegean Breeze ($-$$$) |
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. |
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| 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 ($-$$) |
312
Main Street
413-528-3651
Authentic Indian cuisine.
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20 Railroad Street
413-528-9345
American cuisine. Casual atmosphere. |
| Shiro ($$) |
105 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-1898
Sushi & Hibachi. |
| Siam Square ($$) |
Xicohtencatl Mexican Restaurant
($$) |
290 Main St.
413-644-9119
Thai cuisine. |
50 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-2002
Mexican cuisine. Outdoor dining.
Latin rhythms. |
| Union Bar and Grill ($$-$$$) |
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293 Main Street
413-528-6228
American cuisine. |
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| Uncommon Grounds Café ($) |
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403 Stockbridge Rd.
413-528-0858
Organic coffee house. Juice bar
& vegetarian café. Lunch daily. |
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