I've always wanted to be the official cheerleader for Western Massachusetts. Perhaps now that we have a governor building a mansion in the Berkshires, this site will come to his attention and become the official state Blog of Western Mass.
Why Western Mass? Well, its natural beauty, its abundance of character and characters has always held sway over me. I once left its embrace and returned years later with a greater appreciation and love for what it has and doesn't. It's a place that one can continually unearth possibilities, hidden secrets, or a solid thump of a closed door. Western Massachusetts churns out oddball celebrities on the local and national level in every sector of culture and society.
The aim of this blog is to collaboratively suss out the genius and genus of Western Mass' cultural figures, its hidden history and its relevance today. We have lots to cover, so feel free to check back in from time to time. Your comments are always welcomed, as well as your suggestions.
Why Western Mass? Well, its natural beauty, its abundance of character and characters has always held sway over me. I once left its embrace and returned years later with a greater appreciation and love for what it has and doesn't. It's a place that one can continually unearth possibilities, hidden secrets, or a solid thump of a closed door. Western Massachusetts churns out oddball celebrities on the local and national level in every sector of culture and society.
The aim of this blog is to collaboratively suss out the genius and genus of Western Mass' cultural figures, its hidden history and its relevance today. We have lots to cover, so feel free to check back in from time to time. Your comments are always welcomed, as well as your suggestions.
