Musical Theatre with Storytelling at the Adams Free Library

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ADAMS, Mass. — Award-winning storyteller and theater artist, Diane Edgecomb, will transport the audience into an enchanting world of story and song.
 
This program will mark the official close of the 2025 Summer Reading Program – Level Up at Your Library! It is partially funded by the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire County and the Friends of the Adams Free Library. Space is limited; registration is required (413) 743-8345.
 
According to a press release:
 
Diane Edgecome is a performer and recording artist who brings the galvanizing power of myth to contemporary audiences, creating unforgettable experiences! Her dynamic style of performing, in which she fully embodies the characters and scenes, brings each moment alive. Edgecomb will perform "Game Time!" which supports the theme of our Summer Reading Program. The performance will feature three topsy-turvy adventures of the Tortoise and Hare, which will encourage reading at one’s own pace and always turn out great in the end! Edgecomb’s program will delight family members of all ages for our community and surrounding communities.
 
Families are invited to call (413)743-8345 to register for the  "Musical theatre and Closing Event of the Summer Reading" at the Adams Free Library on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 6:00-7:30 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. 
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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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