1. In Memoriam: Eleanor Clary – dear EL. She was a history teacher, a union rep, a board member, a good friend, and a good laugh around the tea table. You will be missed. One mutual friend wrote “so many fond memories.” What could be a better epitaph? Rest in peace.
2. The Lenox Historical Commission (LHC) celebrated its 50th birthday on the first weekend in October. There were talks and walks and cake! As part of the celebration, LHC has a plaque program to identify historically significant Lenox buildings that are more than 75 years old. Currently there are 30 plaques installed, primarily in the Historic District. The plaques are a way of supporting historic preservation and celebrating your building’s unique place in time. The plaques typically identify the year the building was constructed and the name of the original owners. If you are interested in more information, email lenoxprojects@gmail.com
3. Voting 2026
   
   By mail: Stockbridge Town Clerk Tammy Touponce mailed our mail-in ballots out on Tuesday (October 6). They should have arrived.
   
   Early voting, in person, is: 9am to 1pm on Saturday October 17th and 24th ; 9am to 3pm on October 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23; also 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30.
   
4. Detailed information about the ballot questions, nine in all, including pros and cons, can be found in the 2026 Information for Voters booklet from Secretary of State Galvin and mailed to us. It is also available online: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/download/information-for-voters/archive/IFV_2026%20English.pdf
5. Monument Mountain Regional High School Celebrates Four Members of the Class of 2027

BHRSD Superintendent Peter Dillon presented the awards on behalf of Principal Christopher Barnes and the high school’s guidance team, recognizing students for their accomplishments and the many ways they make their school community proud. “What a joy to recognize students for doing great work in so many different ways,” said Dillon to a small crowd of family and friends, before speaking directly to the honorees: “We’re super proud of you! Keep doing what you’re doing, being role models for [all].”

Four local students were recognized for their achievements, leadership, and contributions to the school community:

Clay Steven received the MASS Superintendent’s Award

Banyan Bourla received the National School Development Council Award for Academic Growth and Student Leadership

Jasper Livak received the National School Development Council Award for Academic Growth and Student Leadership in Learning.

Adalyn D’Aniello received the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award. Questions? Ask hannah.vansickle@bhrsd.org

6. ACLU presents The Democracy Download – four lessons for election season. Here they are:
   1. Lesson 1: Misinformation 101
      Learn how to identify false information online, check what you’re seeing against trusted sources, and respond when you spot something that isn’t true. 
   2. Lesson 2: Your Questions, Answered
      Our experts tackle the internet’s biggest election questions head-on: Can results be trusted? What safeguards are actually in place to protect our elections? We’ve got a video series to go even deeper. 
   3. Lesson 3: The Facts on Mail-In Voting
      You’ve probably seen claims about mail-in voting online. But what’s actually true? Get the facts on mail-in voting and what to know if you’re planning to vote by mail this year. 
   4. Lesson 4: What to Expect on Election Day
      Go into Election Day prepared: Know your rights, know what to bring, and know what to do if something feels off.
      Take the course today.