William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty Welcomes Lenox Agent

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LENOX, Mass. — William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Tonia L. Scalise, a top Broker in Pittsfield and surrounding areas, has joined the company and will be based in the firm'’s new Lenox brokerage.

Scalise is a recognized leader in real estate sales, nearing 30 years in the industry. Her high energy and passion for real estate have made her a favorite among long-standing clients and brokers throughout the Berkshires. After running her own brokerage firm for almost 10 years, Scalise will join William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, where she will offer  market exposure with a vast global reach and consistent advertising in venues such as The New York Times and Wall Street Journal.

Scalise has a long lineage (three generations) in design, construction and building. Her father is a developer and civil engineer with extensive knowledge of building construction and design. As a result, Scalise gained an appreciation for architectural detail, designing and restoring her own homes over the years. During her time managing her own, self-made brokerage firm, Scalise successfully sold residential homes, condominiums, waterfront properties and land in residential developments, exclusive gated communities and more.

"By joining our firm, Tonia now offers her clients a wealth of market exposure with an unparalleled global reach and resources," said Kristine Newell, manager of William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty's Lenox brokerage. "She is also providing our team with her top-notch real estate expertise, and an incredible amount of local knowledge. She consistently embraces the incredible lifestyle of the Berkshires, from the region's lakes and mountains to its art and culture."

Scalise is a Berkshire native. In her spare time, she enjoys tennis, sailing and the great outdoors. She can be reached by phone at 413-822-0574, or by email at Tonia.Scalise@Sothebysrealty.com.

 


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Marionette Shows At Ventfort Hall for Children

LENOX, Mass. — The puppeteer Carl Sprague will return to Ventfort Hall Gilded Age Mansion and Museum in Lenox with Rapunzel for two holiday vacation week marionette performances. 
 
The dates and times are Saturday, Dec. 27 and Monday, Dec. 29, both at 3:30 pm. The audiences will have the opportunity to meet Sprague after.
 
Sprague, who has appeared annually at Ventfort Hall with his "behind the scenery" mastery, has been a puppeteer since childhood.  He inherited a collection of 60 antique Czech marionettes, each about eight inches tall that were assembled by his great-grandfather, Julius Hybler.  Hybler's legacy also includes two marionette theaters. 
 
Also, Sprague has been a set designer for such motion pictures as "The Royal Tenenbaums" and Scorcese's "The Age of Innocence," as well as for theater productions including those of Shakespeare & Company. 
 
Admission to the show is $20 per person; $10 for children 4-17 and free for age 3 and under. Children must be accompanied by adults.  Ventfort Hall is decorated for the holidays. Reservations are required as seating is limited and can be made on line at https://gildedage.org/pages/calendar or by calling (413) 637-3206. Walk-ins will be accommodated as space allows. The historical mansion is located at 104 Walker Street in Lenox.
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