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Nov. 21

St. Stanislaus School benefit, 9 to 4 in Kolbe Hall, Adams. Bake sale, snack bar, games, Chinese auctions, money raffle, crafts, and pierogi.

Blackinton Union Church, 1373 Massachusetts Ave., North Adams; 10 to 2. Crafts table, bake sale, Chinese auction, the Christmas table, and kid's grab bag. Lunch $4, $2 kids.

First Congregational Church, North Adams, 9-2.

Nov. 28

Becket Federated Church
, Route 8, holiday bazaar from 9-3. Lunch, crafts, baked goods, holiday and other items. Information: Mary Peltier, Parish House, 413-623-5217.


Dec. 5

Holiday Fair at First Congregational Church, 25 Park Place, Lee, from 10 to 3; handcrafted items, raffles, children's shop, bake sale, cut Christmas trees and lunch from 11 to 1. Includes angel-themed goods from SERRV. Information, 413-243-1033 or www.ucc-lee.org.


Dec. 12-13

North Adams Country Club, crafts 9-4; food from That's a Wrap from 11-2. Information: Sheryl Morehouse at 413-822-3329.

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Looking Good At 100: Blandford Golf Club Celebrating Centennial

By Jonathan DelSordo
iBerkshires Intern
09:00AM / Thursday, July 09, 2009

BLANDFORD, Mass. — Originating as a cricket club back in 1909, the Blandford Golf Club has seen plenty of changes over the years but has stayed true to its community roots. The original house on the property remains much as it has for many generations.   

The private club will mark its 100th anniversary on Sunday, July 12, with a community day, which will begin a weeklong celebration.

The club will host from 1 to 4 a free golf clinic with local pro Francis Kringle, closest-to-the-pin contest, putting contests for all ages, croquet, tours of the clubhouse, raffles and more. Attendees will also be able to chow down on free hot dogs, beverages and popcorn throughout the afternoon. 

The nine-hole course was designed by William Dexter and opened in 1909.

"It's short, but tricky as any golf course. We like to feel that we at Blandford are a no-pressure atmosphere and it matches the small-town community feel as it was at the start, way back when," said Kringle.

After playing a quick nine holes, I was happy with the style of play one must adapt to on this course. That the short holes called for a higher level of accuracy in play was the consensus of most. It's a tight course with no water, but makes it up with dogleg lefts and rights and small tricky greens. 

The club later added on tennis facilities and offers individual and family memberships for golf and tennis or just tennis. There are leagues and instruction in both sports and social events throughout the year, including card games and dinners.

Betty Barter, a 35-year member of Blandford, gave a tour of the clubhouse. The main dining room can seat more than 200 people. The club rents out the space from just $25, up to about $200 if you want a DJ present, depending on the number in your party. 

With rooms for rent as well, the club becomes an all-inclusive retreat for the average golfing tourist. There are two rooms, each with two beds, and a master suite with a sitting room and a spacious sleeping quarters for larger families. Rentals are from $50 a night.   

The club prides itself on its inclusive atmosphere, welcoming residents and second-home owners alike from all walks of life.

"We are a very deep-rooted club. We love the idea of community here and it just makes it seem like a big family," said Barter, "and we are very excited for the upcoming week. Capping it all off with a 1900s period-themed golf day on the 18th."

Blandford is located about 20 minutes east of Lee. For additional information, visit Blandford Golf Club or call 413-884-2443.
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