At Anderson & Sons Shaker Tree , patrons will discover striking handmade recreations of classic Shaker-era furniture . Middle at right , SALA is Stephanie Iverson ' s latest venture , a boutique that features her jewelry along with a curated selection of clothing and other items .
➧7PM
After freshening up in your well-appointed room or suite , book a reservation at Amici on Albany Road . This casual , authentic Italian restaurant provides tasty comfort food and phenomenal service , and their large outdoor patio is ideal for guests looking to enjoy a scrumptious meal and satisfying cocktail during the summer months . Order an Aperol spritz or some housemade panna cotta for dessert , then head to The Foundry on Harris Street to enjoy an inspired artistic performance .
The Foundry is a groundbreaking multi-disciplinary performance venue that is housed at the former site of a glassblowing studio . Under the visionary oversight of Producing Artistic Director Amy Brentano and Managing Director Noh Bailey , The Foundry has blossomed into a creative haven that hosts a broad panoply of events , including educational workshops and thought-provoking theatrical , comedy , spoken word , and artistic performances . By providing a space for candid , courageous , accessible and relevant art and performances , The Foundry offers local residents and visitors the opportunity to expand their creative horizons through culturally-diverse programming . Upcoming performance highlights from the current season include The Big Takeover on Friday , August 12 , at 7:30 p . m ., Madame Pat Tandy on Saturday , August 13 , at 7:30 p . m ., Sonoro on Sunday , August 21 , at 3:00 p . m ., Billy Wylder on Friday , August 26 , at 7:30 p . m ., and a performance by Yoko Miwa on Saturday , August 27 , at 7:30 p . m ., hosted in collaboration with the West Stockbridge Historical Society . In
addition , their Emerging Artists series provides young and developing artists with a platform to showcase their creative talents . Performances take place on select Tuesdays at 6:30 p . m .
SATURDAY
➧8AM
Wake up and smell the coffee with an energizing trip to No . Six Depot on Depot Street . No . Six Depot is located at the former site of the historic West Stockbridge train depot . The owners of No . Six Depot travel the world twice a year to meet coffee farmers and bring back the best beans in the world to roast on-site . Their unrelenting passion for quality coffee is evident in the bold and rich tastes of their single origin roasts . No . Six Depot serves up small-batch hand-roasted origin coffee drinks , teas , lemonades , and smoothies , as well as freshly-baked goods .
➧10AM
Now that you ’ ve powered up with your favorite breakfast beverage and a delicious snack , it ’ s time to seize the day and explore some of the best outdoor spots in West Stockbridge . Start your day out on the right foot with a trip to TurnPark Art Space on Moscow Road . Located at the former site of a historic lime and marble quarry , TurnPark Art Space features a sculpture park , exhibition venues , and a stone amphitheater that hosts outdoor performances . Founded by Igor Gomberg and Katya Brezgunova in 2017 , this magnificent artistic oasis stands on 16 acres
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