'Jungle Jim' Bring Balloon Magic to Adams Library

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ADAMS, Mass. — Families and children are invited to the Adams Free Library's "Minecraft Madness Balloon Magic" by Jungle Jim Manning on Thursday, July 25, at 6 p.m. 
 
This event is free and open to the public and best for ages 4 to 11. Manning, widely known as Jungle Jim, is a balloon magician. His goal at every show is to have his audience delighted and amazed and each is designed to teach, inspire, and entertain.
 
With a history of providing balloon art and entertainment at events, Manning is a professional family entertainer based out of Somerville. He has been a full-time performer since 2004, entertaining in libraries on a wide range of topics. He is well-versed in educating children and creating programs for the entire family to enjoy.
 
"Read, Renew, Repeat" is sponsored by the Adams Free Library, the Massachusetts Library System, the Boston Bruins, and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
 
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Additional funding provided by the Friends of the Adams Free Library.
 
An adult must accompany children under 8 years of age. Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Adams Free Library. More information: 413-743-8345 or www.adamslibraryma.org.
 
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Cheshire Festival of Trees on View Until Dec. 31

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff

Businesses, nonprofits, schools and town departments provided trees for the display that reflected their missions or services. 
CHESHIRE, Mass. — There is still time to experience the festive atmosphere of the Community House. 
 
The moment you step into the town offices, you're greeted by the scent of fresh pine wafting from about 70 beautifully decorated trees on display. 
 
The town's festival of trees will be on display Monday through Thursday from 10 to 4, Friday and Saturday from 10 to 8, and Sunday from 10 to 5 until Dec. 31. The building will be closed Dec. 24 and 25. 
 
The idea started four years ago with Department of Public Works Director Corey McGrath's vision to display a decorated, lighted tree in all 13 windows of the Community House, the former Cheshire School.
 
A large part of it was to bring the community back into the building that was a mess five years ago, he said. 
 
The purpose of the building is in its name — a community pillar housing the town offices and Youth Center Inc., and a community hub featuring activities from dancing, craft fairs, wrestling, and more.  
 
Since its establishment, the display has grown into the festival it is today featuring raffles, a Christmas village, nutcrackers, and, of course, trees.
 
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