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Lenox, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Lenox! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why the Berkshire Scenic Railway in Lenox is a must-ride
  • How to reserve your spot for Ventfort Hall’s August 11 Tea & Talk
  • Where and when you can play American mahjong in Lenox weekly

Also on today's calendar: Massachusetts Tax Free Weekend at Ethan Allen August 8 & 9 ONLY! and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 85 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 83, low: 67.
  • Saturday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 7 Scenic Massachusetts Train Rides Perfect For An Unforgettable Summer Adventure (takingthekids.com) — Lenox features prominently in this roundup thanks to the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum, where you can explore historic locomotives and ride the short but charming Lenox Jitney on the grounds. The piece also highlights several other scenic rail experiences across Massachusetts, from Cape Cod to the northern Berkshires, for residents planning summer or holiday outings beyond town limits.
   

2. Ventfort Hall Tea and Talk On JP Morgan's Astrologer (iberkshires.com) — Lenox’s Ventfort Hall is hosting an August 11 Tea & Talk where local astrologer and teacher Chelsea Gaia will explore the life and methods of famed astrologer Evangeline Adams. Attendees can tour the mansion that day, enjoy the lecture, and stay for traditional afternoon tea, with discounted pricing for members and students and reservations strongly encouraged.
   

3. Mahjong is booming in the Berkshires, and local libraries are helping people learn (berkshireeagle.com) — Lenox residents can join a weekly American mahjong group every Wednesday morning at the Lenox Community Center, part of a broader Berkshires mahjong boom. Libraries and community centers from Pittsfield to Williamstown are drawing players of all ages and skill levels, offering friendly, beginner-welcoming spaces, coaching, and resources to help newcomers learn this increasingly popular tile game.
   

4. 9 Historic Massachusetts Towns So Beautiful You'll Think You're In A Movie (takingthekids.com) — Lenox gets a prime spotlight as one of Massachusetts’ most movie-perfect historic towns, praised for its blend of Gilded Age elegance and natural beauty. The piece highlights Tanglewood, The Mount, Kennedy Park, and Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, encouraging visitors to spend a full day exploring Lenox’s trails, gardens, and cultural landmarks alongside several other scenic towns statewide.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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