Cartooning Program at the Adams Free Library

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ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Free Library is hosting award-winning cartoonist and author, Rick Stromoski, as he presents "Let's Draw Impossible Cartoons" for kids ages six to twelve, on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 6:30 p.m. 
 
Space is limited, registration is required (413) 743-8345.
 
Learn how to draw a platypussycat, bengalbunny, koalabird and even a kangorrilapig! "Let's Draw Impossible Animals" is a fun, in-person, cartooning lesson with award winning cartoonist and author, Rick Stromoski. During the one-hour session, Stromoski will show participants how to draw impossibe and silly animals, step-by-step.
 
Stromoski is the author of the Middle Grade Graphic Novel series featuring two canine friends "Schnozzer & Tatertoes" entitled "Take a Hike" and "Shoot the Moon." from Union Square. His newest book in the series, 144 pages and for ages 7-10, follows best-friend dogs, Schnozzer and Tatertoes, on an unexpected, free-wheeling intergalactic journey to save the Earth from asteroids.
 
Stromoski will have copies of his books available for signing and purchase at $10 each.
 
Families and children ages six to twelve are invited to call (413)743-8345 and register for "Let's Draw Impossible Animals" with Rick Stromoski at the Adams Free Library on Thursday, Sept. 26 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. An adult must accompany children under 8 years of age. Library events are free and open to the public. Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Adams Free Library. Questions? Call the Adams Free Library at (413)743-8345 or visit the library's website www.adamslibraryma.org for more information.

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Elevated Sodium Levels in Adams Well Water Sample

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
ADAMS, Mass. — A recent routine test of the town's well water revealed elevated sodium levels, prompting officials to urge at-risk residents to take precautions while further testing is conducted to determine the cause.
 
The point-of-entry sample measured 40.7 milligrams per liter of sodium in the combined flow from all three wells; double the state Department of Environmental Protection's guideline for high risk individuals. 
 
Point-of–entry samples of sodium are required to be taken every three years, Water Department Superintendent John Barrett said.
 
"Sodium is naturally occurring, but not at that kind of level," he said. 
 
While sodium is an essential mineral for normal body function, elevated levels may pose risks for individuals with certain medical conditions, including kidney and heart disease.
 
It is not regulated under the state's maximum contaminant level standards, but the DEP requires that all suppliers inform the state and local Board of Health when levels are elevated above 20 milligrams per liter to ensure anyone on a sodium-restricted diet are informed. 
 
During the Prudential Committee meeting on Monday, Board of Health Chair Kathy Hynes emphasized the need to inform residents even though there are no strict guidelines by the state Environmental Protection Agency. 
 
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