Berkshire Daily: Homes with Views, Local Theater & Tinseliner Prep

Real estate & housing

A contemporary residence with sweeping views and carefully curated gardens is featured by Sheila Thunfors of Stone House Properties. For readers considering a smaller home, the real estate roundup also includes downsizing advice from designer Sue Schwarz of Gallery351Home.

The November 6 real estate transaction roundup covers Berkshire County and neighboring Litchfield County, Connecticut, and Columbia County, New York—a regional read for anyone following sales across state lines.

• Welcome to Real Estate Friday! · The Berkshire Edge
• Remarkable contemporary with commanding views · The Berkshire Edge
• Berkshire region real estate sales – November 6, 2026 · The Berkshire Edge

Local events

At Mixed Company Theatre, “Milk Punch: a Play about Benjamin Franklin” brings Franklin to the stage. A review explores how playwright and theater co-founder Joan Ackermann’s study of Franklin, alongside the fall’s news, shaped her interest in his composure.

Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum volunteers are accelerating restoration of a 1950s heritage engine for the Christmas-season Tinseliner. The effort follows fire damage to New Haven 41, with the crew working to ready Boston and Maine 6126 for families eager to ride.

• THEATER REVIEW: ‘Milk Punch: a Play about Benjamin Franklin,’ now at Mixed Company Theatre · The Berkshire Edge
• In time for the Tinseliner! Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum to expedite restoration of 1950s heritage train engine after fire damages New Haven 41 · The Berkshire Edge

Notable local news

The Berkshire Edge reports another emergency involving Housatonic Water Works, with further information still forthcoming. In Great Barrington, Fire Chief Scott Turner has been placed on administrative leave; the supplied headline does not give a reason.

Two community commentaries turn attention to year-round needs. One urges care for Berkshire residents alongside hospitality for visitors; another examines the question of maintaining Great Barrington’s two library branches in light of town-commissioned engineering reports.

• Another emergency for Housatonic Water Works · The Berkshire Edge
• Great Barrington Fire Chief Scott Turner placed on administrative leave · The Berkshire Edge
• When the visitors leave, the work of love remains · The Berkshire Edge
• PETER MOST: Overdue · The Berkshire Edge

Relocation tip from the team

Before moving to or from the Berkshires, make a checklist of everyday services to confirm at your next address, including water, internet, trash collection, and road maintenance. Ask your real estate team whom to contact, and arrange service transfers before moving day.