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Hitchcock Free Academy's Farmers' Market
4/17/2010 - 11/20/2010
Stop by Hitchcock's Farmers' Market opening Saturday, April 17, with extended hours and season this year!
Saturdays, 9am - 2pm, through November 20.
Enjoy local home-grown and home-made products, with plants and produce as the growing season allows. Vendors welcome; contact us for more information
Admission:
Adults: free Seniors: free Children: free
Hitchcock Free Academy, parking lot
2 Brookfield Road
Brimfield, MA
Sue Gregory
413-245-9977
sue@hitchcockacademy.org
www.hitchcockacademy.org
THE RED MAPLE INN COOKING SCHOOL -- Fabulous Fall Favorites: September 1, 15, 22, 27
9/1/2010 - 9/27/2010
Shari Alexander, Blackstone Valley Culinary Spokesperson and recipient of 3 Stars from the New York Times brings her blend of humor, culinary expertise and "tricks of the trade" to another season of The Red Maple Inn Cooking School. Join Chef Shari for a full evening of fun, education, great food and wine. Call 508-885-9205 for details and full schedule, or visit www.theredmapleinn.com/cooking_school.php Classes are Wednesday Nights, 6:30 to 9:30pm. COMING IN OCTOBER -- International Holiday Table
Admission:
Adults: $75 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $75 + tax & 18% service Children: $75 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
Chef Shari Alexander
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/cooking_school.php
Brimfield Antiques and Collectibles Show
9/7/2010 - 9/12/2010
The Brimfield Antiques and Collectibles Show has been dubbed "the Queen of the outdoor shows" and a Smithsonian Treasure. A New England tradition, the extravaganza represents the largest outdoor gathering of antique and collectibles dealers in the country with acres of tents showcasing the merchandise of thousands of dealers! As many as 4,500 dealers make Brimfield their home away from home three times a year (in May, July and September) and sell their wares on a one mile stretch of Route 20. Brimfield offers all amenities to buyers which makes Brimfield a buyers' paradise you will want to experience again and again. Join the thousands of shoppers who make the Brimfield Shows their #1 destination for the finest in antiques, collectibles and the unusual. There are 20 shows for your shopping pleasure. Rain or Shine. Visit www.brimfield.com and www.brimfieldexchange.com for more information.
Route 20
Brimfield, MA
Mastering QuickBooks
9/8/2010 - 10/13/2010
In this 6-session Mastering QuickBooks™course, you will learn how to set up and maintain your bookkeeping system and navigate QuickBooks™. You will master:
• shortcut keys
• entering invoices
• paying bills
• preparing invoices for customers
• reconciling bank statements
You will also gain an understanding of basic financial terms, along with techniques for analyzing and fine-tuning the health of your business.
Wednesdays: 9/8/10-13 from 6pm - 8pm.
Please Register.
Partial Scholarships Available.
Admission:
Adults: $195.00 Seniors: $195.00 Children: n/a
Center for Women & Enterprise
50 Elm Street, 2nd Floor
Worcester, MA
Rae Lynn Glispin
508-363-2300
rglispin@cweonline.org
www.cweonline.org
Chamber Marketing Series - Nothing Happens Til Somebody Sells Something
9/8/2010 - 9/8/2010
Nothing Happens Til Somebody Sells Something – Sales strategies during difficult times – presentation will also include customer service, time management and goal setting. Presented by Dick Vaughn of the Spirit 970
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
3:30pm till 5:00pm
Workshop Cost:
$25.00 p/member, $35.00 p/nonmember, $10.00 Student Rate*
Purchase 2 or more workshops - $20.00 p/member, $30.00 p/nonmember
*Student rate applies to all workshops – students must present a school ID
Student scholarships are available – for more information Contact: Melissa White at 508-347-8181 ext.109
Rehabilitative Resources, Administration and Train
1 Picker Road
Sturbridge, MA
Melissa White
508-347-8181 ext.109
www.rehabilitativeresources.org
WIFE BEGINS AT FORTY
9/10/2010 - 9/12/2010
A British Farce by Ray Cooney is presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
Ray Cooney has done it again as he puts an English husband in the middle of a pack of lies and watches as he tries to get himself out of trouble. A barrel of laughs.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Live Music Night: Kendall Miller Band
9/10/2010 - 9/10/2010
Acoustic duo plays rock favorites from classic, folk and country. 7 to 11pm.
420 Main Steakhouse & Martini Bar
420 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
774-241-0386
www.420main.net
Drummers' Call at OSV
9/11/2010 - 9/11/2010
Fifers and drummers are called to muster. See corps from around the region and learn about the role these musicians played in a day in the life of an early New England soldier.
Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
800-SEE-1830
www.osv.org
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
9/11/2010 - 9/11/2010
AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER (1957) Cary Grant, Deborah Kerr; Leo McCarey, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
Nipmuck Indian Pow Wow
9/11/2010 - 9/12/2010
This event is open to the public and will feature traditional and contemporary foods, authentic drumming and dancing and Indian crafts and souvenir items.
Admission:
Adults: $2.00 Seniors: $1.00 Children: 6-12 $1.00
Lake Siog Park
Dug Hill Road
Holland, MA
Ken White
508-347-7829
acw1213@verizon.net
Exploring Business Insurance Options
9/12/2010 - 9/12/2010
What you should know about Business Insurance:
• Includes real life cases of lawsuits
• Review of key coverage
• How to choose an Agent/Company
• Value added services that your agent should provide
• How to protect you and your employees
• Resources that are available to you as an employer and more!
Please Register to attend.
11:00am - 12:00pm
Admission:
Adults: FREE Seniors: FREE Children: n/a
Center for Women & Enterprise
50 Elm Street, 2nd Floor
Worcester, MA
Rae Lynn Glispin
508-363-2300
rglispin@cweonline.org
www.cweonline.org
Drover's Roast... A Feast Like No Other!
9/12/2010 - 9/12/2010
Come join us as we prepare a 1700's American trailside feast. We hand rub prime ribs of beef with an age old recipe of herbs and spices and slowly roast it over a huge fire pit. Help baste the prime rib or make chowder in an antique iron cauldron over an open fire. Snack on fritters and barbecued kielbasa.
Take a horse drawn wagon ride through the back fields. Watch local crafters demonstrate how they make their wares. The militia will even march through with their fife and drum corps!
When the dinner bell rings, move to the tent where there are two separate buffet tables overflowing with food! Enjoy an endless feast starting with the chowder cooked in the field, the prime rib from the fire pit, and fish, chicken, farm fresh vegetables, home made rolls, watermelon, deep dish apple pie topped with fresh whipped cream, and more! It's a feast that you will never forget!
Admission:
Adults: $55.00 Children: $25.00 under 12
Salem Cross Inn
260 West Main Street, Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
508-867-2345
info@salemcrossinn.com
www.salemcrossinn.com
Publick House Cooks for Community Organizations
9/13/2010 - 9/13/2010
Join us one evening per month for our family dinner series to raise funds for different local community organizations. All you can eat buffet served from 5PM to 7:30PM. All dinners served with rolls, cupcakes, lemonade & soft drinks. Casual dining. No reservations taken. Cash Donation.
Chicken Dinner: Hitchcock Academy. MENU: Baked Chicken Ziti with Meat Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Tossed Salad
Admission:
Adults: $13 Children: $5
Publick House
295 Main St.
Sturbridge, MA
800-PUBLICK
www.publickhouse.com
Visioning
9/16/2010 - 10/7/2010
By taking the Visioning Course at CWE you will receive help with exploring the challenges and rewards of self-employment. Build definition around your business concept and consider your long-term goals.
Visioning will help you to clarify your business vision, and create a start-up action plan
Why Visioning is for you? Visioning will help you to answer the following questions:
* Is there a NEED for your business?
* Have you done the necessary research?
Trends, Competition, Pricing?
* Do you need a special license?
* Have you thought about the location?
* Do you have any funds to get started?
Please Register to Attend.
Partial Scholarships Available.
Thursdays, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Admission:
Adults: $135.00 Seniors: $135.00 Children: n/a
Center for Women & Enterprise
50 Elm Street, 2nd Floor
Worcester, MA
Rae Lynn Glispin
508-363-2300
rglispin@cweonline.org
www.cweonline.org
WIFE BEGINS AT FORTY
9/17/2010 - 9/19/2010
A British Farce by Ray Cooney is presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
Ray Cooney has done it again as he puts an English husband in the middle of a pack of lies and watches as he tries to get himeself out of trouble. A barrel of laughs.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Western Massachusetts Model A Ford Restorers Club Annual Meet
9/17/2010 - 9/19/2010
The 54th Annual Model A Ford Meet will be held at the Sturbridge Host Hotel and welcome Model A club members from Canada to Pennsylvania and everywhere in between. Great food! Great entertainment! Great friends - new and old!
Sturbridge Host Hotel
Main Street (Route 20)
Sturbridge, MA
Cyndi Bohdiewicz
413-267-5074
modela2010@aol.com
www.clubs.hemmings.com/frameset.cfm?club=wmmafr
Live Music Night: Fiske & Herrera
9/17/2010 - 9/17/2010
Acclaimed acoustic folk duo plays live on the patio! From 7 to 11pm.
420 Main Steakhouse & Martini Bar
420 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
774-241-0386
www.420main.net
How to foster effective small business & entrepreneurship in your community!
9/17/2010 - 9/17/2010
Explore innovative ways to develop local economies in a recession. You will learn how to engage local small business leaders in creative entrepreneurship.
Don't miss this chance to network informally with your economic development colleagues at the picturesque Old Sturbridge Village conference center.
Featured Lunch Speaker: Georgiana Parkin, State Director, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Panelist: Maria Gooch Smith, Executive Director, SEED Corporation
Panelist: Michael Hunter, UnderSecretary, Mass Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development
Panelist: Mimi Graney, Design Annex
Panelist: Beecher Grogan , Merrimack Valley Program Manager, Interise
Admission:
Adults: $34 or $40
Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd
Sturbridge, MA
Jennifer True
508 264 1084
jennifer.true@massedc.org
www.massedc.org
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
9/18/2010 - 9/18/2010
CASABLANCA (1942) Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, Paul Henreid, Sydney Greenstreet, Peter Lorre; Michael Curtiz, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
Agricultural Exhibition at OSV
9/18/2010 - 9/19/2010
Experience an old-fashioned agricultural exhibition complete with demonstrations of early New England farm equipment and displays of Village-grown heirloom vegetables and other accomplishments. Plan now to join the exhibition of Visitor-grown heirloom vegetables!
Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
800-SEE-1830
www.osv.org
Open House Networking Event
9/22/2010 - 9/22/2010
Get to know the men and women who lead our business workshops and network with existing small business owners.
Meet our consultants with expertise in Marketing, SEO, Website Development, Social Media, Finance, Accounting, Legal Issues, Operations and Business Development.
Please RSVP. Light Refreshments will be available. 12:00pm-2:00pm
Admission:
Adults: FREE Seniors: FREE Children: n/a
Center for Women & Enterprise
50 Elm Street, 2nd Floor
Worcester, MA
Rae Lynn Glispin
508-363-2300
rglispin@cweonline.org
www.cweonline.org
Fun at Five - September
9/22/2010 - 9/22/2010
Join us for a great evening of networking in a casual atmosphere! Enjoy a cocktail, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, take a chance to win cool drawing prizes, while you mingle with other business professionals. The event will be hosted by The Vienna Restaurant & Historic Inn, and Sponsored by Harrington Hospital.
Cost is $10 for Chamber members who pre-register, $15 for members at the door, and $20 for non-members. Register today by contacting the Chamber! The Fun starts at five!
The Vienna Restaurant & Historic Inn
14 South Street
Southbridge, MA
Alexandra McNitt
508-347-2761
info@cmschamber.org
www.cmschamber.org
"The Doo-Wop Murders" Dinner Theater
9/24/2010 - 9/24/2010
Danny "Boom-Boom" DiVitro is still hosting a high school reunion and fundraiser but now the plot has thickened a bit. The guilty parties from last year are no longer the guilty ones! We've got new crimes, new suspects, and a new solution to the crime. You never know who might be killed and become a teen angel...
The food is great too! We’ll be serving tossed garden salad with creamy Italian dressing, rustic boneless breast of chicken with supreme sauce, seasonal potato and vegetable, homemade rolls and ice cream cakeballs with homemade hot fudge.
So,why not wear your poodle skirt, saddle shoes, leather jacket and white t-shirt? Heck, you can even DA your hair!
Admission:
Adults: $52 Children: under 12 $25.00
Salem Cross Inn
260 West Main Street, Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
508-867-2345
info@salemcrossinn.com
www.salemcrossinn.com
WIFE BEGINS AT FORTY
9/24/2010 - 9/26/2010
A British Farce by Ray Cooney is presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
Ray Cooney has done it again as he puts an English husband in the middle of a pack of lies and watches as he tries to get himself out of trouble. A barrel of laughs.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Squantum Festival
9/25/2010 - 9/26/2010
A New England Style Seafood Festival to be held on the Courtyard Grounds of Old Sturbridge Village. Sample amazing Chowda, a raw bar with shrimp, oysters, littlenecks, and swordfish, tuna, lobster, mussels and more from The Village Grill. Live Music, Local beer and wine, great desserts, kids activities and games, and an appearance by Maggie the Clown.
Museum admission not required. Call for more info. 508-347-0363 or 508-347-0306
Courtyard Grounds at OSV
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge , MA
508-347-0363
2010 Natural Living Expo
9/25/2010 - 9/26/2010
Join us for New England's largest holistic event with more than 5,000 attendees annually! We offer affordable weekend admission at just $10 making this a can't miss event each year! Now in its 4th year, the Natural Living Expo features 135 exhibitors offering the latest holistic and green products and services. Experience massage, holistic healing techniques, browse green friendly products and fair trade shopping, and learn about body, mind, spirit healthy living. Attend unique and informative workshops presented by a group of over 75 expert speakers on all topics holistic and healthy.
Admission:
Adults: $10
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
(508) 278-9640
michella@spiritofchange.org
www.spiritofchange.org/expo/
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
9/25/2010 - 9/25/2010
SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE (1993) Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan; Nora Ephron, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
Massachusetts Outdoor Exposition
9/26/2010 - 9/26/2010
Come join us at "The Big Moe" for a day of outdoor skills, nature, art & animals! Fun for the whole family! Amazing demonstrations including: Spin and Fly Fishing, Birds of Prey, Rock Wall Climbing, Safe Target Shotting, Native Reptiles, Sporting Dogs, Falconry, Kayaking, Archery, Tomahawk Throwing, Arts and Crafts tent and much, much more!
9:00am to 4:00pm. Admission, parking & all activities are free!
Parking is provided by Old Sturbridge Village and Burgess Elementary School. Free shuttle transport runs nonstop to and from these locations all day.
For further info, please visit: www.fawnsociety.com
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
Hamilton Rod & Gun Club
Sturbridge, MA
Ralph
508-347-7751
www.fawnsociety.com
Michael Tougias Talks about King Philip's War
9/28/2010 - 9/28/2010
Noted author Michael Tougias will give a talk about King Philip's War, in conjunction with the 350th anniversary of the settling of the Quaboag Plantation in 1660.
To be held on Tuesday, September 28, 2010, at 7 p.m. at the Brookfield Elementary School Cafeteria. Free.
Admission:
Adults: $0 Seniors: $0 Children: $0
Brookfield Elementary School
37 Central Street
Brookfield, MA
Brookfield Committee for the Quaboag Plantation 35
brookfieldquaboag2010@gmail.com
www.quaboag350.com
Building Your Business: Pricing for Profitability
9/28/2010 - 9/28/2010
This session is designed for established business owners to answer questions for product-based and service-based pricing. Points to be covered include:
• Pricing Considerations
• Basic Pricing Methods (metrics-based, comparison based, and sensitivity-based)
• Target Markup
• Blended Pricing
Please register to attend. 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Partial Scholarships are Available.
Admission:
Adults: $35.00 Seniors: $35.00 Children: n/a
Center for Women & Enterprise
50 Elm Street, 2nd Floor
Worcester, MA
Rae Lynn Glispin
508-363-2300
rglispin@cweonline.org
www.cweonline.org
WIFE BEGINS AT FORTY
10/1/2010 - 10/3/2010
A British Farce by Ray Cooney is presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
Ray Cooney has done it again as he puts an English husband in the middle of a pack of lies and watches as he tries to get himself out of trouble. A barrel of laughs.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
10/2/2010 - 10/2/2010
DOUBLE INDEMNITY (1944) Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray, Edward G. Robinson; Billy Wilder, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at http://www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
Apple Days at OSV
10/2/2010 - 10/3/2010
There are so many ways to mark the apple harvest at Old Sturbridge Village. See our animal-powered Cider Mill in operation and try your hand at a man- (or woman- or child-) powered version. Learn about heirloom varieties of apples, taste a few (included with admission), take a walk in a Village orchard led by a horticulture expert, see (and smell!) cooking with apples, have a taste of mulled cider, and learn about storing and preserving the fruit that was such a big part of early New England life.
Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
800-SEE-1830
www.osv.org
Brimfield Antique Auto Show
10/2/2010 - 10/2/2010
Antique cars, muscle cars, classic trucks, street rods, custom cruisers, and classic imports are all welcome; over 25 categories, 75 trophies, and 3 best-in-show. There will be music, food, and entertainment at this special event benefitting Hitchcock Free Academy, a non-profit community center providing educational, recreational and cultural programming for residents of all ages from the towns of Brimfield, Holland, Wales, Sturbridge and the surrounding communities. Sponsored by Country Bank for Savings. DJ by Bruce Marshall of Oldies 1250.
Car registration opens at 8am; $10 per vehicle. No alcohol permitted on grounds.
Admission: $5, free for seniors over 60 as well as children under 13, military and veterans.
Rain date: Saturday, October 9, 10am - 4pm
Admission:
Adults: $5 Seniors: over 60: free Children: under 13: free
Heart-O-the-Mart Antique Show Grounds
Rt. 20
Brimfield, MA
Sue Gregory
413-245-9977
sue@hitchcockacademy.org
www.hitchcockacademy.org/autoshow.aspx
RRI Rise & Run Road Race
10/3/2010 - 10/3/2010
10K, 5K & 1 mile run. Proceeds to benefit people with disabilities.
New race route this year due to construction in the area.
Admission:
Adults: $17.00 Seniors: $17.00
Sturbridge Town Common
277 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Julie Carita
508-347-8181
jcarita@rehabresourcesinc.org
www.rehabresourcesinc.org
THE RED MAPLE INN COOKING SCHOOL: International Holiday Table
10/6/2010 - 10/20/2010
Shari Alexander, Blackstone Valley Culinary Spokesperson and recipient of 3 Stars from the New York Times brings her blend of humor, culinary expertise and "tricks of the trade" to another season of The Red Maple Inn Cooking School. Join Chef Shari for a full evening of fun, education, great food and wine. Call 508-885-9205 for details and full schedule, or visit http://www.theredmapleinn.com/cooking_school.php Classes are Wednesday Nights, 6:30 to 9:30pm.
Admission:
Adults: $75 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $75 + tax & 18% service Children: $75 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
Chef Shari Alexander
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/cooking_school.php
5th Annual PC-PLUS Fall Technology Fair
10/7/2010 - 10/7/2010
Join us for the technology event of the year! This will be an afternoon of technology, food, prizes and more!
See the latest technologies and visit with reps from the following companies: EMC, vmware, HP, Lenovo, Sophos, Digium, Citrix, IBM, Barracuda, mimio, Polycom, Fujitsu, LANDesk and many more!
All attendees will receive a long sleeve T-Shirt. Optional workshops for gift cards, free network service, mimio Teach Interactive Unit. One attendee will win an Apple iPad or a private party at Boston Billiard Club!
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
Boston Billiard Club
454 Grove Street
Worcester, MA
Gina Ciprari
508 756-9300
ginac@pcplustech.com
www.events.constantcontact.com/register/event?o
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD
10/8/2010 - 10/10/2010
A horror story presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
We're bringing back our beloved version of the famous horror story. Will the pathetic family trapped in their house survive the onslaught of hungry zombies? The perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
10/9/2010 - 10/9/2010
CHINATOWN (1974) Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, John Huston; Roman Polanski, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at http://www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD
10/15/2010 - 10/17/2010
A horror story presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
We're bringing back our beloved version of the famous horror story. Will the pathetic family trapped in their house survive the onslaught of hungry zombies? The perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Harvest Festival
10/16/2010 - 10/17/2010
Experience fall fun on the Sturbridge Town Common at the Annual Harvest Festival. The festival celebrates its 21st year in 2010 with crafters, homemade baked goods, harvest displays, activities for kids, live music, and a whole lot more. Sample a wide variety of delicious culinary creations from the Chefs of Sturbridge. Watch as Chainsaw Sculptor "The Machine" Jesse Green creates a Sturbridge-themed totem pole before your very eyes! Check out the spectacular scarecrows displayed on the grounds of the Publick House and be there for the Scarecrow Contest Awards Ceremony. Over $3,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded to the winners! The whole family will enjoy the autumn tradition of the Annual Harvest Festival! Admission and parking is free.
Saturday 10am-5pm: Specialty Food Booths, Live Music, Crafts and Artisans Booths, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Moonbounce, Raffles & more!
Sunday 11am-4pm: Chefs of Sturbridge, "The Machine" Jesse Green - Chainsaw Sculptor, Crafts and Artisans Booths, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Moonbounce, Raffles, Scarecrow Contest Awards Ceremony & more!
Rain or Shine
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
Sturbridge Town Common
Sturbridge, MA
508-347-2761
info@cmschamber.org
www.publickhouse.com/documents/scarecrow2010_000.p
Harvest Days at OSV
10/16/2010 - 10/17/2010
After a year's worth of work, come help us celebrate the harvest! Talk with costumed interpreters about the harvest and learn about methods of food preservation. Children of all ages can also be part of the harvest. Dig potatoes in the field, pull carrots in the garden, shell corn in the barn and thresh rye on the threshing floor!
Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
800-SEE-1830
www.osv.org
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
10/16/2010 - 10/16/2010
JAWS (1975) Roy Scheider, Richard Dreyfuss, Robert Shaw; Steven Spielberg, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at http://www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
Publick House Cooks for Community Organizations
10/18/2010 - 10/18/2010
Join us one evening per month for our family dinner series to raise funds for different local community organizations. All you can eat buffet served from 5PM to 7:30PM. All dinners served with rolls, cupcakes, lemonade & soft drinks. Casual dining. No reservations taken. Cash Donation.
Italian Night: Tantasqua Athletic Department. MENU: Chicken Cacciatore, Baked Ziti, Meatballs, Garlic Bread, Tossed Salad
Admission:
Adults: $13 Children: $5
Publick House
295 Main St.
Sturbridge, MA
800-PUBLICK
www.publickhouse.com
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD
10/22/2010 - 10/24/2010
A horror story presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
We're bringing back our beloved version of the famous horror story. Will the pathetic family trapped in their house survive the onslaught of hungry zombies? The perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
"The Doo-Wop Murders" Dinner Theater
10/22/2010 - 10/22/2010
Danny "Boom-Boom" DiVitro is still hosting a high school reunion and fundraiser but now the plot has thickened a bit. The guilty parties from last year are no longer the guilty ones! We've got new crimes, new suspects, and a new solution to the crime. You never know who might be killed and become a teen angel...
The food is great too! We’ll be serving tossed garden salad with creamy Italian dressing, rustic boneless breast of chicken with supreme sauce, seasonal potato and vegetable, homemade rolls and ice cream cakeballs with homemade hot fudge.
So,why not wear your poodle skirt, saddle shoes, leather jacket and white t-shirt? Heck, you can even DA your hair!
Admission:
Adults: $52.00 Children: under 12 $25.00
Salem Cross Inn
260 West Main Street, Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
508-867-2345
info@salemcrossinn.com
www.salemcrossinn.com
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
10/23/2010 - 10/23/2010
CASABLANCA (1943) Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains, Paul Henreid, Peter Lorre, Sydney Greenstreet, Conrad Veidt; Michael Curtiz, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at http://www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
Rummage Sale and Yard Sale
10/23/2010 - 10/23/2010
At the Sturbridge Federated Church from 8am to 2pm.
Sturbridge Federated Church is located at the corner of Route 131 and Maple Street in Sturbridge.
Sturbridge Federated Church
Route 131 and Maple St.
Sturbridge, MA
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD
10/29/2010 - 10/31/2010
A horror story presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater on Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm.
We're bringing back our beloved version of the famous horror story. Will the pathetic family trapped in their house survive the onslaught of hungry zombies? The perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Things That Go Bump In The Night
10/30/2010 - 10/30/2010
Old Sturbridge Village is the perfect setting for a family Halloween event. Spooky storytelling, magic, creepy games, and trick-or-treating around the Center Village. TRAIL OF TERROR (for brave souls age 11 & up): Prepare to be spooked as you venture away from the family-friendly Center Village and into the darkness of the countryside, where unnamed fears may be awakened.
Tickets will be available for OSV Members beginning on September 1. Non-member tickets will be available on September 16.
On sale date: 9/1 for OSV Members;
$12/person covers admission; for Trail of Terror, add $8 ea. Reservations are recommended.
Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
800-SEE-1830
www.osv.org
SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER AND A MOVIE!
10/30/2010 - 10/30/2010
LADY IN WHITE (1988) 4TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PRESENTATION Lukas Haas, Alex Rocco, Katherine Helmond; Frank LaLoggia, dir.
“An elegant, affordable twist on date night. Classic movie lovers and gourmands alike will find an outstanding evening in an upscale atmosphere…popcorn included!” – WORCESTER Magazine
Join us every Saturday evening at 6:30, May through October, for a delicious three-course dinner prepared by Chef Shari Alexander, followed by a classic film shown in our private screening room introduced by John Bills, member of the prestigious American Film Institute (AFI). This season we are presenting selections from AFIs “Top Ten” Lists: May--AFI Top Screen Legends; June--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 1; July--AFI Top Romantic Comedies; Aug--AFI Top Mysteries, Pt. 2; Sept--AFI Top Love Stories; Oct--Favorites from AFIs Top 100 Films. See complete schedule and details at http://www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
RESERVATIONS ONLY
Admission:
Adults: $30 + tax & 18% service Seniors: $30 + tax & 18% service Children: $30 + tax & 18% service
The Red Maple Inn
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA
John Bills
508-885-9205
TheRedMapleInn@aol.com
www.theredmapleinn.com/special_events.php
"The Doo-Wop Murders" Dinner Theater
11/12/2010 - 11/12/2010
Danny "Boom-Boom" DiVitro is still hosting a high school reunion and fundraiser but now the plot has thickened a bit. The guilty parties from last year are no longer the guilty ones! We've got new crimes, new suspects, and a new solution to the crime. You never know who might be killed and become a teen angel...
The food is great too! We’ll be serving tossed garden salad with creamy Italian dressing, rustic boneless breast of chicken with supreme sauce, seasonal potato and vegetable, homemade rolls and ice cream cakeballs with homemade hot fudge.
So,why not wear your poodle skirt, saddle shoes, leather jacket and white t-shirt? Heck, you can even DA your hair!
Admission:
Adults: $52.00 Children: under 12 $25.00
Salem Cross Inn
260 West Main Street, Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
508-867-2345
info@salemcrossinn.com
www.salemcrossinn.com
Publick House Cooks for Community Organizations
11/15/2010 - 11/15/2010
Join us one evening per month for our family dinner series to raise funds for different local community organizations. All you can eat buffet served from 5PM to 7:30PM. All dinners served with rolls, cupcakes, lemonade & soft drinks. Casual dining. No reservations taken. Cash Donation.
Traditional Thanksgiving: Mitochondrial Disease. MENU: Oven Roasted Turkey with Sausage stuffing, Mashed Potatoes & Cranberry Sauce, Butternut Squash & Tossed Salad
Admission:
Adults: $13 Children: $5
Publick House
295 Main St.
Sturbridge, MA
800-PUBLICK
www.publickhouse.com
"The Doo-Wop Murders" Dinner Theater
11/19/2010 - 11/19/2010
Danny "Boom-Boom" DiVitro is still hosting a high school reunion and fundraiser but now the plot has thickened a bit. The guilty parties from last year are no longer the guilty ones! We've got new crimes, new suspects, and a new solution to the crime. You never know who might be killed and become a teen angel...
The food is great too! We’ll be serving tossed garden salad with creamy Italian dressing, rustic boneless breast of chicken with supreme sauce, seasonal potato and vegetable, homemade rolls and ice cream cakeballs with homemade hot fudge.
So,why not wear your poodle skirt, saddle shoes, leather jacket and white t-shirt? Heck, you can even DA your hair!
Admission:
Adults: $52.00 Children: under 12 $25.00
Salem Cross Inn
260 West Main Street, Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
508-867-2345
info@salemcrossinn.com
www.salemcrossinn.com
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
12/3/2010 - 12/5/2010
Based on Charles Dicken's Classic Story and presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm. With a special matinee on Saturday, December 4th at 4:00pm.
The timelss story of Scrooge and his journey of personal discovery continues to delight audiences. The three ghosts of Christmas will visit, and Tiny Tim will offer his special blessing.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Hitchcock Academy on the Annual Artist Open Studio Trail
12/4/2010 - 12/4/2010
Visit www.hitchcockacademy.org in November to find out where Hitchcock Free Academy is located on the Artist Open Studio Trail each December. Discover talented, local fine artists who will have their works for display and sale. Start your holiday shopping, or treat yourself to a special piece of artwork! Many area artists set up tables with their works at Hitchcock (Saturday only), and many others open their own studios for the trail both Saturday and Sunday. Fine artists welcome! Contact HFA for information on table space or other details as December approaches: (413) 245-9977 or visit our website.
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
Hitchcock Free Academy
2 Brookfield Road
Brimfield, MA
Sue Gregory
413-245-9977
sue@hitchcockacademy.org
www.hitchcockacademy.org
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
12/10/2010 - 12/12/2010
Based on Charles Dicken's Classic Story and presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm. With a special matinee on Saturday, December 11th at 4:00pm.
The timelss story of Scrooge and his journey of personal discovery continues to delight audiences. The three ghosts of Christmas will visit, and Tiny Tim will offer his special blessing.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
Publick House Cooks for Community Organizations
12/13/2010 - 12/13/2010
Join us one evening per month for our family dinner series to raise funds for different local community organizations. All you can eat buffet served from 5PM to 7:30PM. All dinners served with rolls, cupcakes, lemonade & soft drinks. Casual dining. No reservations taken. Cash Donation.
New England Comfort: East Brookfield Library. MENU: Yankee Pot Roast, Chicken Pot Pie, Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni & Cheese, Tossed Salad
Admission:
Adults: $13 Children: $5
Publick House
295 Main St.
Sturbridge, MA
800-PUBLICK
www.publickhouse.com
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
12/17/2010 - 12/19/2010
Based on Charles Dicken's Classic Story and presented by Stageloft Repertory Theater Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00pm and Sunday at 2:00pm. With a special matinee on Saturday, December 18th at 4:00pm.
The timelss story of Scrooge and his journey of personal discovery continues to delight audiences. The three ghosts of Christmas will visit, and Tiny Tim will offer his special blessing.
Admission:
Adults: $16 Seniors: $14 - 65+ Children: $8 students 14 & younger
Stageloft Repertory Theater
450 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Ed Cornely
508-347-9005
www.stageloft.com
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