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BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Prado de Lana Sheep Farm Yarn & Wool Shop

The family-run sheep farm and yarn shop enters a new chapter at Stockbridge’s historic train depot, with more room for classes and community.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on West Side Clock Shop in Pittsfield

This family-run business has stood the test of time—selling, servicing, and repairing clocks for 66 years.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on The Mossy Cauldron in Great Barrington

A little over a decade after launching her candles at the GB farmers market, the owner has come "full circle" by opening a brick-and-mortar retail location downtown.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Roberto’s Pizza, The Pub, and Robbie’s Community Market—opening soon on Main Street in Great Barrington

Owner Robbie Robles is expanding his brand, footprint, and culinary offerings with his third location in the Berkshires.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Berkshire HorseWorks in Richmond

The nonprofit offers equine-assisted educational and therapeutic programs, corporate team building, trail rides, and life skills curricula for children, families, and those facing mental health or behavioral challenges.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Torrico Electric and Grenergy Solar—vertically integrated for holistic design, install, and service

Founded in 1985, the family business combines decades of electrical expertise with a growing focus on renewable energy and backup power systems.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Railroad St. Collective in Great Barrington

The collaboratively run marketplace connects regional artisans directly with shoppers seeking distinctive, handcrafted work.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Hillsdale Workshop Alliance

The collective's Sixth Annual Hillsdale Workshop Experience Weekend is back by popular demand—and happening at various venues from May 30 to 31.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Bizen Gourmet Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar in Great Barrington

The Berkshire institution is celebrating 30 years of blending authentic Japanese cuisine, ancient pottery traditions, and a philosophy rooted in craftsmanship, care, and community.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Black Bear Training in Ashley Falls

The community-focused functional fitness gym blends expert coaching, nature, and belonging to help members build strength for the long haul.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Art in the Berkshires—now open on Castle Street in Great Barrington

What began in 2024 as an online resource now operates a physical gallery and studio space to help further its mission—“amplifying the transformative power of art in our community by making it easier to discover, experience, and support Berkshire creativity in one welcoming place.”

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on MEND.—now in an expansive new location

The Berkshires’ first holistic, zero-waste spa has completed its move across downtown Great Barrington, reimagining the historic train station as a sustainable wellness retreat.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Books & Cake in Hillsdale—a “Read If You Need” Destination

Owned by longtime friends and children’s authors, the community bookstore features a curated collection organized by unconventional categories and a robust calendar of literary events. (Plus cake.)

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Konkapot Tree and Timber in Ashley Falls

The full-service operation provides sustainable forest management, custom sawmilling, lumber production, firewood, and tree services.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Lipton Energy—an independent, family-owned Pittsfield company

Now in its fourth generation, the company operates gas stations and convenience stores—and now a car wash—in Berkshire County as well as southern Vermont.

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on the NinjaFit Playground by Neighborhood Ninjas—coming to Lee this summer

Providing a “fun, free, safe and accessible space where community members of all ages can connect and engage in free, obstacle-based fitness and active lifestyles together.”

BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Sarah’s Cheesecakes & Cafe in Pittsfield

The small family-owned and -operated operation is celebrating its 20th anniversary—and looking forward to many more years to come.