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Does anyone know whether the Time reporter and photographer were for the hardcopy of Time magazine or the online version? Editor: It appears to be in both according to the Web site, but I have not seen the paper copy. See the links above.
from: Keeping tabs	on: 01-09-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

What's going on with this page? I just tried to read it and there is multiple layers of text making it illegible. Editor: It appears to be an Internet Explorer problem that we thought was fixed. Aargh! Try using Mozilla's Firefox browser. We've haven't had issues with Firefox. Update: I think I fixed it. Hopefully, it will stick.
from: Vigil	on: 01-09-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

Yes, there is an article on Time.Com .... and there's a full-page article in the hardcopy of Time Magazine which just arrived (the January 19, 2009 issue).
from: Keeping Tabs	on: 01-10-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)


from: Francis hajdas	on: 01-10-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

I could not be more proud to be a Polish Catholic than at this moment. My family has many special memories in the Church and I am only sorry that I can not be there to support the efforts of the brave and faithful people of the Parish. The Parish and the town of Adams are in the prayers of my family. This is not simply about the closing of a Church. It is a about the wrongful and misdirected closing of a Church. Anyone who reads the research can see that.
from: Ashlee Armata Nestor	on: 01-13-2009 12:00AM I Agree (1) - I Disagree (0)

I found these two letters (in particular) truly summarize the arguments for keeping St. Stan's open. http://www.adamscatholics.org/images/sept2008.pdf http://www.adamscatholics.org/images/nov20th.pdf
from: Keeping Tabs	on: 01-14-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

Please take a look at this site about the unique stained glass window found at St. Stanislaus Church. The frescoes as well as all the other beautiful artifacts makes this worth keeping. Who would ever be able to appreciate the beauty of so many artists if churches were closed in other parts of the world? We would not be able to see the beauty of the Sistine Chapel if it had been closed. We need to cherish and respect not only our heritage but the sacrifices people made so that the generations to follow would have something to be proud of. Stand up and support the keeping of St. Stanislaus Church open and intact. http://www.christophermarcisz.com/stories/Stories_SovietWindow.html
from: Joan Morawiec Dario	on: 01-18-2009 12:00AM I Agree (1) - I Disagree (0)

talk to the historic society this church should be on the national historic registar then they diocese can not touch anything in the church!
from: bill	on: 01-29-2009 12:00AM I Agree (1) - I Disagree (0)

I was wondering iberkshires would mind doing another story on the vigilers to get an update on the vigil, media attention, and the appeals process?
from: Concerned From Afar	on: 02-11-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

Even though I'm not Catholic; I stand fully behind this action of trying to keep a beautiful church and community together. Stay Strong!
from: Concerned Friend	on: 02-19-2009 12:00AM I Agree (1) - I Disagree (0)

Photos of St. Stans to be exhibited at the Storefront Artist Project in April. April 3 â€“ 26. Opening Reception: Friday, April 3, 6-8pm. Photos of the last mass held at St. Stans. Photos by Monika Sosnowski. Storefront Artist Project 124 Fenn Street, Pittsfield Open:12-5, Sat & Sun 413-442-7201 www.storefrontartist.org
from:	on: 03-17-2009 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

I went to St. Stans for ten years of my life, preschool to eight grade and i graduated from there. I believe that St. Stans should not be shut down that that is just rediculous. The church and school is wonderful and should stay up for all the parents who are putting their children through there because if the church is closed their wont be any pagents or church ceremonies and st stans just wont be the same. KEEP THE CHURCH OPEN....U CANT CLOSE ST STANS. KEEP FIGHTING EVERYONE IM HERE ALSO FIGHTING!!!
from: Courtney	on: 01-20-2010 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (0)

Why don't you people do something constructive like the parishioners of St. Thomas have done instead of whining, disobeying church hierarchy and continuing your crackpot sit-in? When faced with the same dilemma of their church being closed and consolidated, the parishioners of St. Thomas took their lemons and made lemonade by organizing a successful and much needed food and clothing resource for the people who are hurting and out of work. Shame on you St. Stan's [deleted] for conducting this pointless waste of time instead of demonstrating your faith!!!! Editor: Name calling isn't very Christian.
from: Ashamed!	on: 01-31-2010 12:00AM I Agree (1) - I Disagree (2)

What these vigilantes are doing isn't very Christian either!! Editor: Depends on how you define Christian.
from: Ashamed!	on: 02-02-2010 12:00AM I Agree (0) - I Disagree (1)

While visiting New England my husband and I visited St. Stanislaus Kostka church and could not believe what an art treasure it is. The beauty of the church is what you would expect to see in Europe. This church should be kept as a treasure for the people who's families have sacrified to create it and for all people to visit and enjoy. What a priceless inspirational church. The beauty of this church takes your breath away.
from: Carolyn Covert	on: 02-20-2010 12:00AM I Agree (4) - I Disagree (0)

Reading Olympics Challenge at the Adams Free Library

11:18AM / Saturday, February 07, 2026

ADAMS, Mass. — The Juvenile Department of the Adams Free Library announced a reading challenge for youths aged up to 18 that will take place concurrently with the Winter Olympic Games.

Participants can choose from 25 non-fiction categories and read non-fiction books to earn medals. Each gold medal also earns participants a free book of their choice. Participants that earn two gold medals will be awarded a voucher for a large cheese pizza from the Adams Pizza House or Pizza Dough Boys in Adams. This is limited to two pizzas per household.

"We have a wonderful collection of non-fiction books, and I hope this challenge encourages participants to further explore their interests or discover new passions," said Emily Brannan, the Children's Librarian. One book read in a category earns a Bronze Medal, two books read in a category earns a Silver Medal and three books read in a category earns a Gold Medal and a free book!" explained Brannan.

The 25 non-fiction categories include different kinds of animals, arts and crafts, video game characters, jokes and riddles. Other choices include biographies, poetry, fairytales, planets, the universe, transportation, birds and insects. Participants can sign up on Beanstack.com or in person at the library.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Adams Free Library and partially sponsored by the Adams Pizza House and Pizza Dough Boys in Adams. Call the Adams Free Library at (413)743-8345 or visit the library's website www.adamslibraryma.org for more information.

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