THIS MONTH’S FEATURED ENTREPRENEUR ARTICLE
Dog Whisperer
Lee Sohl has been looking after animals in the Litchfield Hills for thirty years. For Main Street’s annual animal issue we wanted to find out what Animal Control Officers do and learn about the rewards and challenges of the position.
How would you describe your job?
Officially I respond to citizens’ concerns regarding problems with all domestic animals. People contact me directly by phone or email on an […]
A Quiet Partner
Many of the stories in Main Street’s February issue relate to families and our greater shared community. The Foundation for Community Health (FCH), located in Sharon Valley, is a not-for-profit foundation that supports many rural health-related initiatives behind the scenes providing grant money and expertise to health and social service non-profits in both New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts, which in turn provide vital programs and […]
The Reformer
Main Street in Millerton, NY, is home to numerous small, independent businesses, many of them owned and run by women – from Carol Sadlon at The Moviehouse to Joanne Scasso at Country Gardeners Florist. We selected Masha Loucks, who trained as a ballerina in Moscow, Russia, as the subject for Main Street’s wellness issue, and conducted a socially distanced interview to discover her story and […]
What a Deal
Main Street Magazine’s monthly business column is usually an interview with an entrepreneur or the executive director of a regional not-for-profit. December’s subject, just in time for Christmas shopping, is a conversation with the staff, volunteers, and customers of a thriving not-for-profit thrift store that has always operated as a meeting place and service to everyone in our community.
The Bargain Barn in Sharon, CT, has […]
LEARN ABOUT LOCAL BUSINESSES
Rethinking the restaurant: After Hours founder Kevin Kelly brings creative dining experiences and community collaborations to Berkshire County
“I’m not a chef. I’m just a guy who loves to cook. And that, for me, is a huge reason why I wanted to do this,” says Kevin Kelly, founder and owner/operator of After Hours. “I really wanted to take on my own venture. I wanted to be able to have fun and cook and learn along the way.”
The 25-year-old Great Barrington, MA, native has […]
Colter Rule’s Autogalerie is a haven for car aficionados and collectors
24-year-old Colter Rule started his auto consignment business, Autogalerie, by accident. After stepping back from his previous startup, he realized that he wanted to do something with cars, but without a degree, he discovered quickly that he was a “difficult hire for an employer to justify.”
“I figured I would work at one of the online auction houses, but after no responses, I decided to […]
A therapeutic hobby turned small business: Exploring the world of hand-beaded embroidery products with Beaded by Molly
22-year-old Molly Menniges, who hails from Falls Village, CT, launched Beaded by Molly this past June. Offering a unique selection of hand-beaded embroidery clothing and accessories, Molly explains what it’s been like turning her creative pursuits into a brand.
How did you come up with your business’s name and branding?
I always say if I hadn’t gone into interior design I would want to be in the […]
Offering everything Beneath the Moon: Mindy Holthe’s celestial, handmade jewelry creations
While Mindy Holthe had always considered herself a crafty, creative individual, it wasn’t until the pandemic struck in 2020 that simply dabbling in handmade jewelry-making and accessories transformed into a career opportunity.
The Rhinebeck, NY-based 25-year-old has been making earrings for herself to match her vibrant outfits and makeup since before the pandemic, with friends and colleagues often remarking that Mindy should sell her creations. “I […]
