Spring may be around the corner, but the Otis Food Pantry has been busy keeping shelves full and hearts full all winter. Terry Gould highlights the generosity of local volunteers, schools, and organizations whose support ensures neighbors in need are never left behind.

It’s cookie season…with a twist! Patricia Racine pairs your favorite Girl Scout cookies with unexpected cheeses, from tangy mascarpone to sharp cheddar, proving that sweet and savory are a match made in snack heaven.

The Berkshires brought history to life on January 10 with the 250th anniversary of Henry Knox’s “Noble Train of Artillery.” Peter Cameron captures the commemorative parade, reenactments, and town honors that celebrated one of America’s greatest military logistical feats.

British taxes and strict laws ignited colonial anger, setting the stage for rebellion. Peter Cameron explores the early sparks of the American Revolution in this month’s Otis History column.

At Paige’s Place, objects aren’t just displayed—they tell stories. Eric Danfort explores how collections, from eclectic mugs to inherited tools, gain meaning not in storage but through use, connection, and memory, revealing the subtle ways everyday items hold us together over time.

Get your hands dirty for a good cause! The Otis Community Garden has been turning seeds into meals and neighbors into friends since 2008—join volunteers this season to grow fresh veggies, learn, and help fight food insecurity in our community.

Ditch the usual corned beef—Patricia Racine reinvents Irish comfort food, joining flavors and playful innovation in this must-try St. Patrick’s Day recipe!

Neighbors helping neighbors — Sandy Balayan tells the story of Steve and Linda Graves and a free after-school program that’s already making an impact.

Ready for a reset? Hilary Harley looks to the stars for insight into March’s mix of reflection, change, and new energy.

Why not try something new? Sandy Balayan writes about finding happiness, taking chances, and becoming Otis’s newest Justice of the Peace.

Did you know a trolley once ran through Otis — and failed spectacularly? Peter Cameron traces the rise and fall of the long-forgotten “Huckleberry Trolley Line,” where passengers once stopped to pick berries along the tracks.

Winter may be lingering, but the Otis Library is buzzing with music, history, and upcoming events for the whole community. Stop by and see why there’s always more than books waiting for you at the library.

From a $10,000 grant to a full-blown Santa’s workshop, discover how Otis neighbors came together to bring bikes, scooters, and smiles to every child at Farmington River Elementary.

From dog licenses to the 2026 street list and key election dates, here’s information Otis residents need to know this winter from the Town Clerk’s office.

From tireless volunteers to dedicated staff and generous patrons, discover how the Otis Library community is building a brighter future—one grant, program, and smile at a time.

Discover the peaceful beauty of Otis in winter! Join Patricia Racine as she shares her favorite frozen trails and inspires you to get outside, snow or shine.

From torch runs at Otis Ridge and cozy book clubs at the library to Valentine’s tributes and creative workshops, Otis is the place to be this winter—discover what’s happening in January and February!

On January 22, step inside the mind of acclaimed author David Cohen as he brings his latest work to life—an evening of storytelling, insight, and surprises you won’t want to miss.

Katharine Adams welcomes the new year with paint chips, old brushes, and a meditation on color, memory, and making.

Thanks to community generosity, the Otis Food Pantry heads into 2026 stocked, steady, and grateful.