PITTSFIELD, Mass. —After 15 years on North Street, Mission Restaurant will be closing its doors on Halloween.
The news was announced in a Facebook post on Sunday.
"We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to all our patrons for making Mission such an incredible part of downtown Pittsfield through the years. A special thank you to our team members, past and present, who brought their passion and talents to the restaurant shift after shift – though our chapter together may be closing, the memories and experiences we've shared are timeless," the post read.
"Finally, we would like to thank all musicians for bringing so much joy to our bar + dining area. We will always remember the rich legacy of live music you left behind in the window as we walk by 438 North St."
The eatery is known for having regular music —often jazz— as well as its unique menu offerings and cozy atmosphere. It was initially opened by Jenny Benson in 2007 and was bought by Mill Town Capital during the pandemic.
The community is encouraged to come in and say its goodbyes to Mission for the remainder of the month.
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BCC Celebrates This Year's 40 Under Forty Recipients
By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
The awards were presented by Barbara Hochberg, right, vice president of the Berkshire Community College Foundation. See more photos here.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — More than 300 community members attended the 40 Under Forty Awards celebration on Thursday, recognizing individuals who are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those in the Berkshires.
Berkshire Community College received several hundred nominations this year and narrowed it down to 40 unsung heroes who have achieved many accomplishments, college President Ellen Kennedy said.
Kennedy said it was wonderful to see previous winners nominating the next generation.
"They sort of understand the importance of what this recognition can symbolize to people and the inspiration it can provide to people to be connected and committed to what's happening in the Berkshires," she said. "So it's been exciting to see it evolve that way."
The event is a moment to both pause but also go forward, Kennedy said afterward.
"So pause and really celebrate all of this talent and interest and these really creative, innovative, hard working, committed individuals, but it's also a moment to push forward on the next round of entrepreneurial innovation that can happen in the Berkshires. And a lot of these people bring that spirit to that," she said.
The winners come from diverse backgrounds, including longtime residents with deep roots in the Berkshires as well as newcomers who have recently moved to the area and are already making a mark, Kennedy said.
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