American author Edith Wharton (1862-1937) wrote these lines about the gardens she created at her country home in Lenox, Massachusetts, The Mount. Writing over forty books in forty years, Wharton is best known today as a novelist. She received the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for her novel The Age of Innocence in 1921, but she was also an accomplished writer of short stories, poetry, as well as authoritative works on travel, architecture, and interior and garden design.
Wharton believed that gardens should be architectural compositions like houses, containing an elegant series of outdoor rooms in harmony with the house and …
Launched in 2018 in Berkshire County, Zeitcaster is an online platform that centralizes local event listings to foster community connections, helping residents and tourists discover public outings while boosting visibility for venues, organizations, and historic sites. Our calendar features a range of cultural, recreational, and family-friendly events to cater to diverse lifestyles. Designed for both venue operators and attendees, Zeitcaster supports tourism, economic growth, and civic pride—helping great events find the audiences they deserve. At a time when human connection matters more than ever, we make it simple for locals to uncover hidden gems and for visitors to authentically experience vibrant communities, promoting civic engagement and shared experiences for kids, parents, and friends alike.
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