Clarksburg State Park Hosts Free Summer Programs

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CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Enjoy free programs at this summer at Clarksburg State Park and meet Smokey the Bear on Saturday. 
 
The state park is located at 1199 Middle Road; a day-use parking fee applies. 
 
All programs are run out of the Nature Center. Programming is free and open to the public but children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants are asked to dress appropriately for the weather; inclement weather cancels outdoor events. 
 
Note that programming does not occur on Aug. 10-18, 24 and 30. For more information: 413-664-8345. 
 
Kidleidoscope: Fridays from 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 3-6. The program includes a story, activity, and a craft. Siblings welcome.
 
Explorers: Fridays from 4 to 5 p.m. for ages 7-12. Explore the plants, animals and trails of the park. Rotating topics that includes an activity. 
 
Campfire Talks: Fridays and Saturdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for all ages. Join the park interpreter for hands-on, educational programs on a variety of topics that explore the plants and wildlife of the park. Meet at the Nature Center fire pit.
 
Hike the Loop: Saturdays from 10 to noon. This is an easy-to-moderate three miles. Discover the story of the pond and look out for wildlife along the way. Bring water, snack and bug spray and wear sturdy footwear.
 
Aquatic Detectives: Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. for all ages. Come to the hands-on discovery table to explore the plants and animals in and around the pond that make Mausert's Pond their home. Meet at the Nature Center's beach area.  
 
Nice and Easy Hike: Sundays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for all ages. This mile or less hike will explore one of the trails at the state park. Wear appropriate walking shoes and bring water and wear bug spray. 
 
Art Naturally: Sundays from 11 to 1 p.m. for all ages. Explore your creative side with nature arts and crafts. Supplies will be provided.
 
Junior Rangers: Thursdays from 10 to noon for ages 8–12. This long-standing program is designed to capture the imagination of youth and foster a sense of stewardship. This collaborative program takes place at multiple Western Berkshire state parks over a seven-week period. For registration, call Mount Greylock State Reservation at 413-499-4262. 
 
Junior Rangers is held at Clarksburg State Park on Thursday, July 24. Programs start Thursday July 10 and end Aug. 21.
 
Smokey Bear Visit: Saturday, July 19, from 11 to 1 for all ages. Visit with the Smokey Bear, ambassador of wildfire prevention and celebrate his 81st birthday. Learn about fire safety and black bears. too. Smokey will be joined by the state Department of Conservation and Recreation's District 12 fire crew, a DCR fire truck, and other fire equipment used to fight forest fires. 

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Friday Front Porch Feature: A North Adams Turnkey Home

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Are you looking for a three-story home that's newly renovated? Then this is the home for you.

Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 74 Washington Ave.

This home was originally built in 1880 and has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. It is 2,320 square feet on less than an acre. 

The first floor includes the kitchen, a full bathroom, an office, a large open living room and dining area, and an entry with a staircase to the second floor, which has three bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and a laundry closet. The third floor was turned into a spacious primary suite with a full bathroom.

The house comes with major kitchen and laundry appliances.

It's on the market for $349,900.

We spoke to Allison Pacelli with Pacelli Zepka Corp., which has the listing.

What do you think makes this property stand out in the current market? 

A house at this price point with so much space for several people is not easy to find. There are four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, large living room, kitchen, and a bonus room off the kitchen that could be an office or dining room or possibly even an extra guest room.

What was your first impression when you walked into this home?

I love some of the character of the house. For example, the banister and railing on the stairs is ornate and beautiful.

How would you describe the feel or atmosphere of this home? 

The house is light and bright. It's a great mix of some class features like the stairway and updates like the kitchen and bathrooms.

What kind of buyer do you see this home being perfect for? 

I can see all sorts of people in this house. 

What would you say to a buyer trying to imagine their life in this space?

North Adams is such a vibrant and welcoming community. You can walk to MCLA or downtown. Williams College and Mass MoCA are close. The hospital is nearby, and the house would be great for doctors or nurses. There are a lot of opportunities in the area.

Are there any standout design features or recent renovations? 

The entire house was renovated about two years ago. The owners removed all knob & tube wiring, installed a new boiler, added a new laundry setup on the second floor, and redid the third floor into a great primary suite, with private bathroom. The kitchen and all three bathrooms are also new.

You can find out more about this home on its listing here.

*Front Porch Feature brings you an exclusive to some of the houses listed on our real estate page every week. Here we take a bit of a deeper dive into a certain house for sale and ask questions so you don't have to.

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