Nomad [noh-mad] noun: a person with no fixed abode who roams about; a wanderer

The Academy Award winning film, Nomadland, proved to the world that there is power in stillness. Fern works to maintain an unconventional van lifestyle after her hometown is discontinued. Grappling with the loss of her husband and home, Fern discovered the true meaning of the word home. Each scene is crafted with such intricate detail, despite its simplicity. The film is made up of beautiful cinematography, gorgeous wide shots of nature, and nearly pitch-black stills of Fern in her day-to-day life.

As we advance through the year, people are getting vaccinated, and things are going back to normal. After the tough year, we all need a laugh. No worries!: Livingston High School’s Improv Club is hosting a COVID-safe show open to everyone. The Pony Mayhem Improv Club is hosting a free show in front of Livingston High School on June 11, Friday. So pack your lawn chairs and bring along friends and family – the show will leave you in hysterics.

Thankfully, the chance arose to see my grandparents at their house in Northern Jersey, where my grandmother cooked a recipe she had cooked for years. The recipe is still a mild yet hearty crowdpleaser today!

Okay - first of all did you know there is currently a national bubble tea shortage?! I know it seems crazy, but it’s true! I could see why since literally who doesn’t love boba, lol!

If you’re in search of a magical moment, then this is the place to go. I’m kicking off a series of magical moments in the Berkshires… little moments and places that just bring joy and peace. Umpachene Falls is most definitely the inspiration for the series and if you have been there before then you know why.

This listing is a gorgeous, newly-renovated condo in the serene Sutton Woods development. Move right into this beautiful 3 bed, 2.5 bath home. Fantastic community with a pool and a tennis court makes this amazing townhouse is a perfect place to call home.

We’ve all thought “Man, I really wish I didn’t have to deal with this today” at least once in our lives. So, I’ve compiled a list of 4 of my absolute FAVORITE books to read if you want to escape reality for a little while! These books are great for elementary-schoolers and middle-schoolers.

Rookie reporter Monique Grant is suddenly handed the rare opportunity to author the biography of glamorous, mysterious Hollywood actress Evelyn Hugo. And before the final bow of the heartrending tale, discussing social injustice and mental health, Hugo reveals her connection to Grant, delivering a message that will shatter the reporter – as well as your heart. Beautifully-written, each phrase art in and of itself, the novel will leave you aching for days.

Can you believe something as important as mental health was once taboo? Imagine feeling shame about your skincare routine! But, wait... what are we supposed to do? Where do we start? And what do bullets have to do with journals? Like skincare routines, actively taking care of our mental health can feel confusing. But no need to fear, y’all, because I’m here to share with you two of my favorite recommendations for giving my mental health some TLC.

The real world is a whole lot of work, and can be kind of… boring. Once in a while, we need a break from our own lives to explore someone else’s, realistic or not. Theater is our escape from it all. Summit High School’s Drama Program and its hundreds of members have received many Rising Star nominations and awards over the past several years. Read on for more info about their 2021 spring musical production Newsies! and how to get tickets!

These days, many Summit residents are opting to eat in the streets, sitting down for dinner at one of our stellar local restaurants. I spoke with Dylan Baker, owner of Summit House and of BarBacoa, about his thoughts on downtown Summit’s decision to take tables under the sun.

It’s no secret that I am a total bookworm! I mean for goodness sake, I run a whole blog where I make drink and book pairings! One thing that Liza and I have loved most about our time in the Berkshires is discovering all of the amazing local book stores. Amazon has put a huge damper on the book industry, and so many mom and pop shops are struggling to survive.

It’s Cinco de Mayo! Time to celebrate the best way I know how… mixing drinks of course! I decided to go the untraditional route this year, and whip up something new… so let me introduce the Elderflower Margarita!

To kick off The Berkshires Reel, I couldn’t think of a better business to highlight than the one that made me fall in love with The Berkshires! So basically, you can count this as my love letter to The Southfield Store…

"May: the lilacs are in bloom. Forget yourself." ―Marty Rubin

Oh May - the best month of the year! [and not just because it happens to be my birth month ;) ] The temperature climbs up, the flowers are in full bloom, and the days are sweeter and longer.

As we all know, spring brings one thing - PLANTS! That’s why I talked to Laura of The Farm At Green Village about what plants we should buy right now to make our gardens pop!

I have meticulously created a routine that maximizes the work I am able to accomplish in a seemingly obscenely short amount of time. I have compiled and formatted my routine into bite-sized tips that will hopefully help you be a bit more productive during the day!

After quite a bit of trial and error, I finally developed a way of journaling that works for me. I’ve consolidated what I did to learn to love journaling in the following four tips!

Great things come in small packages! The Sips By tea subscription delivers a package of monthly teas curated uniquely to you, and they are absolutely delicious.