Adams Ramble Weekend Returns

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ADAMS, Mass.—This year's RambleFest celebration will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Adams Visitor Center, located at 3 Hoosac St. in Adams.

The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 12. The 57th annual Greylock Ramble hike, along the Cheshire Harbor Trail to the summit of Mount Greylock, will take place Monday, Oct. 13.

Saturday's free RambleFest community event will feature live music from Pete Boyd, who will kick off the festival at noon, followed by Project Rewind from 2:30-5 p.m. Food will be available from Bezzle's BBQ, La Chalupa y La Enchilada, M&J's Taste of Home, and the Adams Lion Club, with libations on tap from Antimony Brewing, Shipyard Brewing Co., Narragansett, Sam Adams, and Truly, plus wine. Alcohol-free beverages (smoothies) will be offered by Berkshire Blends.

Additional vendors will include soap and candle makers, jewelers, woodworkers, knitters, and other artisans. Activities for children will feature an assortment of games, as well as the pumpkin painting. Berkshire Scenic Railway will offer sightseeing train rides leaving from the Adams Station throughout the day. Visit berkshiretrains.org early to get your ticket to ride, as they often sell out.

There will be live performance by 7 Bridges Road, an acoustic Eagles tribute band, on Friday, Oct. 10 and a screening of "The Phantom of the Opera" with a live soundtrack by Invincible Czars, on Sunday, Oct. 12, both at The Adams Theater. A bazaar and kids' fair will be held at St. John Paul II Parish on Sunday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and the Greylock Glen will offer a woodcraft showcase on Sunday, plus guided walks, vendors, food, music, and more throughout the long weekend.

Monday's Ramble is a 6.6-mile, round-trip hike that is moderately strenuous and can take 4-5 hours. First 2,000 hikers will receive certificates of accomplishment. Recognition is given to the first, the youngest, and the oldest hiker to reach the summit, and to the hiker who has traveled the greatest distance to participate. Leashed pets are permitted on the mountain, but not on the shuttles that bring hikers to the trailhead. A free shuttle from the Adams Visitor Center to the trailhead runs from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. with return shuttle until 4 p.m. Very limited parking will be available near the trailhead, so use of the shuttle is strongly encouraged.

"RambleFest weekend is something I look forward to all year," said ProAdams Board Co-president Erin Mucci. "It's a great way to usher in the fall season with family, friends, and the greater community. As an Adams resident, I'm thrilled to see more people enjoying Mount Greylock and our steadily redeveloping downtown and Greylock Glen areas."

Both the Greylock Ramble and RambleFest are hosted by ProAdams, an all-volunteer group whose mission includes creating vibrancy in town. These events are sponsored by Adams Community Bank, Smith Brothers-McAndrews Insurance, Berkshire Gas, Bounti-Fare, and the Town of Adams. Support also comes from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, and the Adams Fire Wardens.

For more information: facebook.com/RambleFest or exploreadams.com/RambleFest

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Letter: Supporting Organizations That Keep Our Communities Strong

Letter to the Editor06:05PM / Monday, October 26, 2026

To the Editor:

Berkshire County is home to many cultural gems, and the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum (BSRM) is certainly one of them. Its Hoosac Valley Train Ride has become a cherished holiday tradition for families from near and far, offering a unique opportunity to experience our region's history, beauty, and sense of community.

It was heartbreaking to learn of the fire and the damage it caused. At the same time, it has been encouraging to see the determination of the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum's team as they assess the damage, work toward repairs, and do everything possible to get the trains back in service and honor scheduled rides. Their commitment to rebuilding and moving forward is a testament to the passion and perseverance that keep BSRM alive.

The impact of the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum extends well beyond the tracks. Here in Adams, the organization is an important part of our local economy. With approximately 10,000 riders annually, the Hoosac Valley Train Ride brings thousands of visitors to our community. Many of those visitors also spend time exploring our cultural attractions, dining at local restaurants, shopping at our businesses, and filling their gas tanks before heading home. That ripple effect matters, particularly to a small community like Adams.

I would also like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Adams Fire Department for its work to fight the fire. We are fortunate to have dedicated firefighters who respond when our community needs them most. Their service is a powerful reminder of the importance of the people who give their time, energy, and expertise to protect our neighbors, our history, and our community.

Volunteer organizations are often the backbone of our towns. Whether they are responding to emergencies, preserving our history, or creating meaningful experiences for families, these organizations bring people together and help make the Berkshires a place we are proud to call home. They deserve our recognition, our gratitude, and our support — not just in times of crisis, but throughout the year. I am grateful to the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum for its determination and commitment to rebuilding, and to the Adams Fire Department for its service to our community.

I hope we will all do what we can to help the railway recover and continue sharing this special piece of Berkshire County history with future generations.

Christine Hoyt
Adams, Mass.

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