Adams Historical Society Eagles Holiday Concert

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ADAMS, Mass. —The Adams Historical Society’s 10th Annual Holiday Music Concert, featuring the Eagles Brass Ensemble and Eagles Trombone Ensemble, will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 1, in G.A. R. Memorial Hall of the Adams Free Library.
 
The Eagles Trombone Ensemble, led by Mike Oft, will open the concert with tunes including "Merry Christmas, Darling," "Most Wonderful Time of the Year," and "O, Holy Night."
 
After a brief intermission, the Eagles Brass Ensemble, led by Deanne Fraher, will complete the concert with holiday favorites including "Greensleeves," "The Grinch Medley," "I'll Be Home For Christmas," as well as the ensemble’s traditional tribute to the G.A.R. and its Civil War Memorial Room.
 
The Eagles Brass Ensemble consists of 4 trumpets, 2 French horns, 1 baritone, 4 trombones and 1 tuba from the Eagles Concert Band. Members of the ensemble come from the area and include former music instructors, professional musicians and amateur musicians with a passion for playing brass repertoire.
 
The public is invited to attend. There is no charge for admission. Memorial Hall is on the second floor of the Adams Free Library, 92 Park St., Adams. Please use the elevator entrance on Melrose Street to avoid the stairs.
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Adams Community, Co-Op Becoming 'Trailmark Bank'

ADAMS, Mass. — The combined Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank will be known as Trailmark Bank, according to a joint statement issued on Wednesday. 
 
The new logo is the imprint of a hiking boot designed to reflect the unique character of the Berkshires, where a network of trails run throughout the entire county, connecting towns from Adams to Pittsfield to Great Barrington and linking communities across mountains, valleys, and scenic ridgelines. 
 
"The trails that weave through the Berkshires create shared experiences and remind us that every journey begins with a single step," said Julie Fallon Hughes, CEO of the combined institution. "Trailmark Bank reflects both where we come from and where we're headed. We are proud to be a bank built by people who believe in staying the course, investing in our communities, and helping our customers make their mark for years to come."
 
These paths — including the Appalachian Trail and countless local routes — have long served as both physical and symbolic connections across the region. They represent movement, resilience, and the shared experience of navigating forward together.
 
With nearly 300 years of combined service, Trailmark Bank will build on the legacies of Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. The new name honors that shared history while signaling a forward-looking future — one rooted in local decision-making, strong relationships, and continued investment in the communities it serves.
 
"As someone who grew up in the Berkshires, this name resonates deeply," said Gregg Levante, president. "Trailmark Bank reflects the character of this region — hard-working, resilient, and grounded in the outdoors and community. These trails have connected our towns for generations, and in many ways, that's what we’re doing here — bringing people together and helping them navigate their financial journeys."
 
In a message to customers, Adams Community stated there will be no immediate changes to accounts, services, branch locations, online banking, or debit cards. The two banks will continue operating separately until the planned merger later this year. Bank officials say they will communicate any future changes well in advance.
 
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