Labor Day Meet & Greet in the Berkshires
This Labor Day, Friday, Sept 4 to Monday Sept 7, the New York Chairiders are pleased to invite all members of our sister JMA clubs to join us for a MEET & GREET, in beautiful, historic Williamstown , Massachusetts in the heart of the Berkshires.
We will be staying at lovely, historic 1896 House.
https://1896-house-inn-and-country-lodgings.business.site/
The 1896 house, built in 1896 as a milking barn, complete with bull pen, was turned into a famous restaurant in 1939 and enjoyed an unparalleled reputation for excellence for approximately 40 years. The draw was so great that a lodging facility was built in 1951 to accommodate the patrons. Soon additional guest rooms were added. Sometime in 1970’s, the lodging portion and restaurant were sold separately and began operating separately.
Don’t let the motel architecture of “Brookside” and “Pondside” fool you! The guest rooms are as charming as any country inn, and offer many conveniences and more privacy.
This M&G will have no organized entertainment (other than tails of the road with which we will regale each other) or formal structured events. There is NO COST other than the cost of lodging which you will pay directly to the hotel. What we offer is a chance to hang with your fellow JMA clubs, some of the best, most scenic riding in the Northeast and some very interesting attractions in this historic region.
Here are just a few.
MOUNT GREYLOCK STATE RESERVATION
The highest pea k in Massachusetts. A ride up Mt Greylock is technical and beautiful. The view from the top is amazing.
Harry Potter’s author J.K. Rowling chose this peak as the site of an ultra secretive school of magic, “hidden by forest, cloud and spell.”
BENNINGTON MUSEUM
One of the finest regional history and art museums in New England. It houses the largest collection of Grandma Moses paintings and memorabilia.
MOWHAWK TRAIL
This ride is highly recommended and will most likely be combined with a ride to Mt. Greylock.
A 63 mile scenic byway from Williamstown to Deerfield meanders through deep forest, historic towns and the famous “Hairpin Turn”.
THE CLARK ART INSTITUTE
This newly-reopened art museum and center for research and higher education is best known for an extraordinary collection of French Impressionist paintings (including more than 30 Renoirs) and 2 minutes from the inn.
The Details:
FOOD: What kind of Jewish gathering would this be without something to eat? The 1896 house has an excellent restaurant on premises which will offer INDOOR AND OUTDOOR dining. A five-minute ride away, Williamstown is a college town with places to eat in every cuisine and price range you can imagine.
Friday night Shabbos diner. If you would like to participate in a Shabbos dinner email Lauren at bbear88@aol.com we will make arrangements as soon as we can get a count on the number of people.
Other than that…..
Here’s the deal on the hotel
All of the following rooms will be at the rate of $89+tax Sun-Thurs and $114+ tax Friday and Saturday, and yes, if you can only stay for less that the 4 days you can book for any number.
Call Tracy at 413-458-1896 or Toll Free: 888-999-1896 US Only
You MUST say the magic word “JMA” to get the discount
Traditional Doubles (2 double beds)
Single Queen
Traditional Queens (2 queen beds)
Deluxe Country (King bed with jacuzzi tub)
All the same price…. Sun – Thurs $89 Fri & Sat $114
While it’s also nice to hear from you, it is NOT NECESSARY to contact us, just make the reservation and we will see you there.
Please plan on joining us. We promise you a great long weekend of wonderful riding and camaraderie
Questions?
Danny beacon145@hotmail.com
Lauren bbear88@aol.com
Lauren SecularBBear88@aol.com