Adams Theater Presents Classic Lyric Arts

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ADAMS, Mass. — This summer, Classic Lyric Arts is bringing its top talent to a showcase at the Adams Theater, once again for free with registration
 
Students and faculty members will present a grand finale show of staged opera scenes at the Adams Theater during CLA's Berkshire residency, which is devoted to mastering the artistry of Mozart's Italian Operas, during a free community production at 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 12.
 
CLA is dedicated to developing the talent of emerging professional opera singers and pianists. The organization's staff includes coaches, conductors, language instructors, stage designers and masterclass teachers from well-known opera theaters like La Scala, Covent Garden, and the Metropolitan Opera; they're deeply committed to guiding emerging opera singers to achieve their artistic potential by teaching vocal repertoire through the prism of language, culture, and history. 
 
More than 500 artists have participated in CLA programs over the years, from CLA's initial launch in Italy in 2009, followed by France in 2012 and the Berkshires in 2022. The CLA programs offer an intensive immersion into vocal repertoire, exploring the intricacies of musical style, vocal technique, and linguistic structures. 
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ProAdams announces 2025 Holiday Home Decorating Contest

ADAMS, Mass.—ProAdams has announced the details for the 2025 Holiday Home Decorating Contest.

All residents within the boundaries of the Town of Adams are eligible to participate. Entry registration is available online and must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. Once all registrations have been received, a map will be created and posted online Wednesday, Dec. 17.

The contest is for exterior decorations only, including decorations in windows that are visible from the exterior. Judging will be done from outside the residence only and from the street; community members are not to enter the property to view back or side yards.

Three prizes will be awarded: one 1st prize ($100 gift card to Bounti-Fare), one 2nd prize ($50 gift card to Bounti-Fare), and one 3rd prize ($25 gift card to Bounti-Fare). The Community Choice Award winner will also receive a $25 gift card to Bounti-Fare.

The community is encouraged to drive around to view all the entries and cast a vote using the online voting form. Judging will be done from 5-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19-Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. The online form will be open until 8 p.m. on December 21 for community members to cast their votes. A judging panel consisting of ProAdams board members will choose 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. The community will choose the Community Choice winner.

Holiday Home Decorating participants should ensure that all lights, animations, and decorations are in place and activated for the judging periods on all three nights.

Entry is free; there are no costs or fees to apply to participate. ProAdams encourages residents to be creative, festive, fun, and safe this holiday season.

Visit https://forms.gle/4kqPqu1a9wd9cck98 to sign up. Learn more about this event and others on the ProAdams website: ExploreAdams.com.

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