Wellness Day To Be Held at the North Adams American Legion

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The community is invited to "Wellness Day: A Live Well Event" on Saturday, May 23, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the American Legion Post 125, American Legion Drive. 
 
Sponsored by the Commission on Disabilities, it is free of charge and open to the public. There will be giveaways.
 
Professionals from a variety of fields will be on hand to share their expertise with community members, highlighting valuable services and resources. Attendees can explore practical tips and guidance on mental and physical health, as well as healing practices for individuals spanning children to elders. 
 
Guests will have the opportunity to experience services such as massage and reiki, connect with a child and adolescent therapist, and speak with a special education teacher about individual needs and behavioral supports. Learn about local support groups and services that promote healthy, independent living for people of all ages and abilities, as well as engaging and educational programs designed for older adults.
 
The event will also feature a display of prosthetics and orthotics that support active living. Learn about the health benefits of plants. Attendees can consult with experts on health insurance, meet members of the Urgent Care North team, explore assistive technology options, and meet representatives from the City, including the Veterans Services Agent, ADA Coordinator, Police, Fire and Ambulance first responders, members of the Commission on Disabilities, among others.
 
For more information contact Elena Sprague, chairperson, Disabilitycommission@northadams-ma.gov
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SteepleCats Swept at Home

By Ben McDonoughFor iBerkshires.com Sports
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- The North Adams SteepleCats matched the North Shore Navigators through the opening three innings Sunday evening, but a four-run fourth inning proved to be the difference as the Navigators earned a 6-2 victory and a double-header sweep at Joe Wolfe Field.
 
North Shore won Game One of the double-header, 4-2, following a shutout win over the 'Cats on Saturday night.
 
In Sunday's nightcap, North Adams received a strong start from Garrett Gates and solid relief work throughout the evening, but the SteepleCats were unable to overcome North Shore’s decisive offensive outburst in the middle innings.
 
Gates set the tone from the outset, retiring the Navigators in order in the first inning on a pair of groundouts and a pop out. The right-hander continued to keep North Shore off the scoreboard over the next two frames, working efficiently while allowing his defense to make plays behind him.
 
The SteepleCats had opportunities to strike first.
 
Jake Butler drew a walk in the opening inning before Sebastian Rhoades reached base and advanced into scoring position with a stolen base. North Adams again threatened in the second when Colsen Loughren lined a one-out double, but North Shore starter John Milewski worked out of trouble to keep the game scoreless.
 
Neither team found much offensive rhythm through the first three innings as both pitching staffs controlled the pace. Gates retired the side in order in the third, while the SteepleCats continued searching for the timely hit that could break the deadlock.
 
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