Learn How to Solve the Rubik's Cube at the Adams Free Library

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ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Free Library will offer an evening of guided lessons for how to solve the classic Rubik's Cube. 
 
The program is part of the 2025 Summer Reading Program – Level Up at Your Library. Space is limited; registration is required (413) 743-8345.
 
The program will be led by Ric Donati who is a local hobbyist with a passion for solving the Rubik's Cube. Donati competed at the Rubik's Cube World Championships, organized his own competitions, and has taught the solutions to 5th and 6th graders at Williamstown Elementary for their Adventures in Learning programs. Donati and his team will give a brief presentation on the cube, the world of competitions, and some fun facts, and then jump into teaching how to solve the cube using the "beginner method."
 
This special event is sponsored by the Adams Lions Club as part of their celebration of their 85th anniversary of receiving their charter. 
 
"The Rubik's Cube is a classic puzzle that has stumped so many players, including myself," said Emily Brannan, Children's Librarian. "I am excited to bring Donati's expertise and guided lessons to the Adams Community. I think this will be a fun and engaging program for all family members," said Brannan.
 
Families are invited to call (413)743-8345 and register for the  "Learn to Solve the Rubik's Cube" at the Adams Free Library on Thursday, Aug. 7, from 6:00-7:0 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. 
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Business Success, Storm Clouds Highlighted at 1Berkshire Annual Meeting

By Stephen DravisiBerkshires Staff

Cheshire native JD Chesloff of the Massachusetts Business Roundtable delivers the keynote address on Thursday.
 
ADAMS, Mass. — One of the county's biggest employers and one of its newest small businesses were touted on Thursday at 1Berkshire's annual meeting at the Adams Theater.
 
The vice president of maritime and strategic systems strategy and business development at General Dynamics shared news of a major expansion at the Pittsfield plant.
 
"We plan to hire over 200 employees in Pittsfield over the next 12 to 14 months," Chris Montferret said. "Business is booming. And of those 200 employees, over 200 will be engineers."
 
Currently, General Dynamics employs more than 1,600 people in Pittsfield, up from a low of 500 in 1997, Montferret said, reminding the 1Berkshire membership of the importance of growth for an anchor like his firm.
 
"As you all know as employers, the multiplier of economic development when you bring a full-time employee in is amazing for the entire community," Montferret said.
 
1Berkshire is dedicated to advancing the local economy by advocating for and serving local businesses while helping attract visitors to the region.
 
The development organization's president and CEO used the annual meeting to talk about 1Berkshire's economic development team, which averages more than 100 consultations per year with local entrepreneurs — over 40 percent with businesses owned by women, members of minority groups or immigrants.
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