This is definitely the most comprehensive makerspace I've ever been to!…read more There's been some recent staff changes, and things seem to be in a bit of flux, but the space is amazing, and I personally would love to become more active here when I am in the 518. I'd like to see some new equipment, and have some of the existing equipment repaired or replaced. But, there's really good bones, here. Having opted for a family membership with my partner, we've brought my spawn here several times. The kids space is pretty well set up. It would be nice if it were staffed a little more. I'd actually say that's one of the things the space lacks, is clear staffing. Everyone I've met so far has been friendly, and helpful. Very nice. The location is really central. Parking is the only real pain, weekends are pretty convenient. Lots of nearby food and beverage. Nibble moved in right next door. It's a great space.

Such an interesting and beautiful space. Went for an event and was able to explore all of the…read moreinteresting things going on, from 3d printing to video game making to all sorts of clever crafting. I would love to see more event happen here. DJs, themes, random parties. I know it would tend to serve a niche audience full of tech geeks and hipsters, but bring it on!

This is one of my fav places to thrift. The staff is so very friendly! I've gotten such great…read moreclothes from here. I always look forward to going here on my trips upstate. So much love for this place

Anyone who is into old school thrift shops are in for a treat. It's been in business for many years…read moreand there's a reason for that - great products, customer service, and most importantly, the business reaching out to the community, donations to name one. This place is filled at least with someone's interest, which will make someone stay awhile. It's awesome seeing a store like this be in business for so long. The location is not hard to miss, with the eye appealing red building. Come make a stop while seeing for yourself.

If you are looking for a new furry friend, please consider adoption. When you do, contact Sadie…read moreMae. They are the best. They care about the animals and finding the right placement.

Although this is a larger space it seems smaller than most goodwills, most of the space was…read moredesignated for clothing which made it feel a lot smaller than it is. Not much furniture but cool stuff on the shelves and great prices. Even with the volume of people in this small store still worth stopping in. Will stop in whenever I am in town

Prices too high for a thrift shop. Dollar store is less. Glasses $3.00. $1.25 at Dollar store…read more Dishes $3.00. $1.26 at Dollar store

The Columbia Greene Humane Society did not let me adopt a dog because my mom's address did not have…read moreme listed as a resident there which is news to me since that's where I live and receive all of my mail. They were very rude to me over the phone when I tried to explain my living situation. However apparently according to them I don't have a place of residency, and we don't own our home. They do not value the dogs finding a forever home like they claim. When I had the meet and greet with the dog, I picked out which was a Siberian Husky Mix, I even told them that I already went shopping for the dog's necessities. Their staff also is unprofessional and has poor response time as I waited a week to hear back from a staff member after I had already been there and contacted them on various occasions regarding my application in which I had to leave a voicemail even during their regular business hours.

The service sucked we brought a few of our cats and they got mad I do not recommend this place at…read moreall they will talk bad about you and get really mad for no reason and after we asked to get my dog his meds they said " no we don't have them they were never a proscription " like it's on his last vet paperwork and when we left they called us like five minutes later and said that they have the medication for the dog so we had to go back later because we needed a break from them and there was only one nice dude there who actually cared

Explorations is where I went to High School. Looking back almost 10 years later, I treasure my…read moreexperiences there. Some background- Explorations is a charter school that focuses on non-traditional, experiential education. It's a public school that functions like a private school, but has the minuscule budget if a small public school. Kids from all over the state can go there, but a certain percentage of students have to be from the immediate area. When I was enrolled, we had classes four days a week, M-Th. Fridays were split into outdoor adventure and internships and students would alternate between the two every other Friday. I had two internships. One of them was at a doggie day care place. It's ironic where I worked as the owner resembled Michael Myers from the Halloween movies. Currently, he's in jail as police found a sex slave in his house. The other internship was at an automotive painting firm. Outdoor adventure is what we did the Fridays when we didn't have internships. As far as activities... I crawled into a bat cave in Salisbury-it was wet, muddy, full of bats and friggin awesome! I went hiking up CT's tallest peak I belayed and climbed rocks I shared secrets in a sweat lodge and ate freshly killed beef from a student's farm I shot my teachers with guns...paintball guns (don't get any funny ideas). I did that and soooo much more! Academically, compared to a normal high school, the homework load is lighter. You're on a first name basis with your teachers. They're approachable and easy to talk to. Besides a few social stereotypes like the stoners, punks, hippies and those soon to drop out, the school is pretty much devoid of typical stereotypical high school kids. Basically, you're free to be yourself without having to worry about how your perceived. There are no bullies either. When I went there, the school had taken over an old bank. That was our school. Classes were in the basement and the offices were in the vault. In the middle of winter, the landlord elected not to renew our lease. We had class in a park pavilion in the dead of winter in the northeast corner of CT. Somehow I got through it, but damn, it was cold. We were spared by NWCC who saw our plight and gave us an old building to use for the remainder the year. The next year we got our building, which is the current location of the school. My class had 16 people in it and when I was a student, the entire student body had 72 kids. I loved my non-stereotypical high school. I got to go rock climbing across from Mt. Washington, experience the cold and a douchbag landlord and the generosity of the local community college. I had amazing teachers- many of whim I still talk to outside of school. They truly made my experience great and I'd consider them friends. Also, I still talk to my classmates and try to stay in touch. I made friends who will hopefully last a lifetime. I could go on and on, but I'll stop here. Explorations was a great experience and if you want a high school like no other, I encourage you to check it out. It's a one if a kind school :) Peace|

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From the owner: Noble Heart Sanctuary is a free range animal sanctuary for children and adults who create their…read morelifelong memories and where dreams come true

As a student at Berkshire community college and choosing BEAT as my first internship. I have…read moreenjoyed everything and all the stuff they do for people and the environment. I've been taught so much working with and I will keep learning. Thank u

From the owner: BEAT works with you to protect the environment for wildlife in support of the natural world that…read moresustains us all. We believe an informed, engaged citizenry is the environment's best protection. We mobilize local citizen-scientists & volunteers to restore and maintain the ecological integrity of our region.