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Ventfort Hall is hosting its 'Peeps Show' contest again this year.

'Peep Show' Contest Seeks Entries

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LENOX, Mass. — The Peeps department at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum announces the 2017 Lenox Peep Show.

Peeps of all ages are invited to make a diorama based on their favorite book or story. Dioramas are to be created out of your favorite Peeps treats. Extra credit may be given to those who deftly use puns in the concept or title. Contest entry forms/rules are available at Ventfort Hall or on the website.

All entries must be delivered to Ventfort Hall, 104 Walker St., Lenox, before 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5. Contest entry forms/rules are available at Ventfort Hall and select merchant locations in Lenox and the Lenox Chamber office. You can also e-mail linda@gildedage.org and request an entry form be sent to you.

Individuals and groups are encouraged to participate. Contest categories include: Children to age 12 (submitted with a parent or guardian), Teens ages 13 to 18 and Adults 19+. Group categories include Families and Business/Organizations. First, second and third prize ribbons will be awarded in all categories. Attend the public unveiling and vote for your favorite Peeps diorama on Saturday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ventfort Hall. The Peeples Choice Ribbon will be given to the best diorama overall determined by popular vote of those attending the unveiling.

Dioramas will be displayed at various locations throughout Lenox from April 10-15.

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MassDOT: Lenox Temporary Lane Closures on Route 7 Northbound

LENOX, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing it will be implementing temporary lane closures on Route 7 northbound in Lenox. 
 
The low speed lane will be closed between mile marker 26 to mile marker 27, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. beginning Monday, April 22 and continuing Monday through Friday until Friday, May 17.  
 
Drivers traveling through the affected areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.? 
 
Appropriate signage, law enforcement details, and advanced message boards will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.  
 
All scheduled work is weather dependent and/or may be impacted due to an emergency situation.? 
 
For more information on traffic conditions, travelers are encouraged to:    
  • Download the?Mass511?mobile app or visit?www.mass511.com?to view live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions, and project information before setting out on the road. Users can subscribe to receive text and email alerts for traffic conditions.??    
  • Dial 511 and select a route to hear real-time conditions.???    
  • Follow?@MassDOT?on X, (formerly known as Twitter),?to receive regular updates on road and traffic conditions.?  
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