International guide to Massachusetts

64 Pages·1994·3.8 MB·English

by  Massachusetts. Office of Travel and Tourism

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William F. Weld
Governor
Commonwealth ofMassachusetts
Paul Cellucci
LieutenantGovernor
Gloria C* Larson
Secretary
ExecutiveOfficeofEconomicAffairs
Abbie R. Goodman
Executive Director
MassachusettsOfficeofTravelandTourism
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MASSACHUSETTS
Massachusetts Office ofTravel and Tourism
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Welcome to Massachusetts
We hopeyou'll haveachance to explore
mnfllish
Massachusetts whileyou're here forall theexcite-
ment ofWorld Cup Soccer. You'll be surprised at
how much Massachusetts hasto offer forsuch a
small state: dramatic scenery, outdoor fun,
sophisticated shopping, fresh-caughtseafood,
major-leaguesports, and awealth ofhistoricand
cultural activities. Gettingaround Massachusetts
couldn't beeasier; youcan drive from one side
ofthe state to theotherinjust threehours.
And, whereveryougo in ourstate, youll finda
warm welcome.
Map
Tourist Information
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Region-by-Region Guide
Throughoutthisguide, [1]- indicatesa Bristol County [3] Greater Springlield &
specific region ofthestate shown on the map. New Bedford, once awhalingcenter, is nowa the Pioneer Valley [9]
fishingport. In Fall River, you'll discovergreat Springfield iswhere thegameofbasketball
Boston & Cambridge [1] bargains in discount stores. Thecityis also home was invented, and the Basketball Hall ofFame
Boston isacompactcity, afascinatingblend to several historicvessels, includinga replica of celebratesall aspectsofthe sport. Thecityalso
ofoldand new. The Freedom Trail, athree-mile the H.M.S. Bounty. In Mansfield, the GreatWoods ishometo aquartet offineart, science, andhis-
walkingtrail, connects 16 oftheAmerican Center forthe PerformingArts featuresjazz, torymuseums. The PioneerValley is known for
Revolution's most important sites. Major muse- folk, rock, andclassical concerts. itsbusycollege townsand athrivingcrafts
ums, sportsarenas, shops, restaurants, and night scene craft studiosandgalleriesabound
spotsare all within a shortwalk.Justacrossthe Plymouth County [4] throughoutthe region.
Charles RiverisCambridge, home to Harvard Plymouth is known as "America's Hometown,"
Universityand the Massachusetts Instituteof and Plymouth Rockmarks the spotwhere the Franklin County [9]
Technology. Harvard Square isacolorful mix Pilgrims first landed. At Plimoth Plantation, a This rural area isdottedwith charmingvillages
ofcafes, bookstores, and street entertainers. re-creation ofthe 1627 community, youcan talk and hill towns, classicwhitechurch steeples, and
to Pilgrimsastheygoabouttheirdailylives. covered bridges. Historic Deerfield, a National
North ol Boston [2] Quincy is the birthplaceoftwo U.S. presidents, Landmark, comprises 12 extraordinaryhouse
The North Shore offersa ruggedcoastline, andyoucanvisittheirhomes. museums. Shelburne Falls is famous for its Bridge
charmingseaports, anda rich maritime heritage. ofFlowers, an old trolleybridge now filledwith
Salem's museums recount its involvement in Cape Cod [5] thousands ofblooms.
the 1692 witchcraft trialsand its maritime trade Cape Cod is apeninsulaextendinglike an arm
with theOrient. NearbyCapeAnn is home to into theAtlanticOcean. This summerplayground Berkshire Hills [10
twoartcolonies and a majorfishingport, and featuresgolden, warm-waterbeachesand rolling The Berkshire Hillsareknown fortheirnatural
Newburyport'swide streetsare linedwith dunes. Youcan fish, bike, canoe, sail, and play beauty, aculture-packed summerseason, and
gracious Federal-stylehomes. its challenginggolfcourses. Restaurants offer sophisticated lodgingand dining. The Boston
fresh-from-the-ocean seafood; galleries, shops, SymphonyOrchestraplays atTanglewood, and
Lowell and the Merrimack Valley [2 and antique stores abound. international dancecompanies are featured at
America's industrial revolution began in the theJacob's Pillow Dance Festival. Notable muse-
MerrimackValley, and Lowell'scolorful pastasa Martha's Vineyard [6] ums include the Norman Rockwell Museum
majortextilecentercomesalivethrough trolley New England's largest island isjusta45-minute and HancockShakerVillage.
andbarge rides and toursofits restored mills. ferry ride from CapeCod. TheVineyard has
South ofLowell arethe townsofLexington and dramaticcoastal cliffs, sandybeaches, snug Mohawk Trail [10]
Concord, wherethe "shot heard 'roundthe harbors, pine forests, and sixdelightfullydifferent Once apath for NativeAmericans, the Mohawk
world" signaled thestartofthe RevolutionaryWar. towns. Oak Bluffs is famous for its "gingerbread" Trail is nowatown-by-town collection ofsome
cottages. At the outermost pointofthe islandare ofNew England's oldestand mostbeautiful
the dramaticcolor-streaked cliffs ofGay Head. villages. Foroutdoorenthusiasts, there are scenic
vistas from the summitofMt. Greylockand
Nantucket Island [7] excitingwhite-waterrafting. Artslovers flockto
Thirty milesoutto sea, Nantucket retains a quiet Williamstown's SummerTheatre Festival and
charm found in the dayswhen thewhalingships the town'stwo spectacularart museums.
made the islandtheirhome. Seafarers' mansions,
solitary lighthouses, and pristine beaches canbe Whale Watch Cruises [, 2, 4, 5, 7]
foundon footorbybicycle. Seacaptains' houses Whales spend the summer months offthe
line the cobblestone streetsofNantucketTown. Massachusettscoast, and youcan see these
magnificent creatures up closebytakinga
Worcester County [8] whalewatch cruise from any ofseven
The state's heartland offersgloriouscountryside; Massachusetts ports.
theWorcesterArt Museum, which hassomeof
theearliest examplesofAmerican painting; and
twovenues forcultural performances and special
events: theCentaim CivicCenterand the 1857
Mechanics Hall. Old Sturbridge Village recreates
the rich traditions and busylifeofan 1830s
New England Village.
Summer Events
June World Cup Soccer USA:
Admission charge foroneadult: International Music and Cultural Festival
$ -under $1.50 June 15-19 Outdoorfestival featuringfoodand music
$$-$1.50to $5.00 fromcountriesrepresentedin theWorldCup
$$$- more than $5.00 Taste ofSpringfield tournament. Hatch Shell, CharlesRiver
6.-sp:ecial facilities forthe handicapped AWerde.a-Sraets.t,au1r1anat.sm.se-l1l0spa.mmp.l;e-Ssuinz.e,pNoorotnio-n8spo.fm. Esp6l1an7a-d4e3,9-B7os7t0o0n,[1]
indicates the region in which the house specialties; entertainment. Venill Fàrm: Strawberry Festival
eventtakes place (see map). Eventschedules C^ourt Sq., Springfield. Noon-4 p.m.
aresubject to change; call ahead toconfirm. 413-733-3800 [9] Pick-your-own strawberries, strawberryshortcake,
entertainment. 415Wheeler Rd. Concord,
June 16
508-369-5952 $$ [2]
Plimoth Plantation: Sandwich Boardwalk Celebration
10 Foodways ofthe Wampanoag 9a.m.-3 p.m.
l9 8 1 9Spaec.ima.l-5fopo.dms.presentedat theWampanoag kRiotaedfersaticvea,l,olldiv-efaesnhtieornteadinsmweinmts,uiatndpasrtardaew,berry
Homesite; lectureand workshops. shortcake. Sandwich,
Rt. 3, Plymouth. 508-833-1828
[5]
508-746-1622 $$$ [4]
' Oak Blu^ Harbor Festival
June 17-19 10a.m.-4 p.m.
Music, food, andfamilyactivities.
Second Annual Harborfest OakBluffs Harbor.
Blessingofthe Fleet and boat parade with « 508-693-4986
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decoratedvessels; chowdercontest; historical
and nautical exhibits; children'sactivities includ- A Taste ofthe Vineyard
ingpirate and mermaid parade; outdoorgames 6 p.m.-lO p.m.
and storytelling. Nantucket Island, Island restaurantsand food purveyorsoffer
tr 508-228-1700 [7] theirspecialties for tasting.
TheOld WhalingChurch and Dr. Daniel Fisher
A.CC. Craft Rdr House, Main St., Edgartown.
10a.m.-6p.m. tt 508-627-4440¿ $$$ [6]
Morethan 350ofthenation'shighest-caliber
artisansshowandsell theirwork: contemporary June 18 & 19
handmade objects, clothing,jewelry, and
accessories in clay, wood, metal, fiber, glass, 18th Annual Philatelic Literature Fàir
and mixed media. Eastern States Exposition, Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun., 10a.m.-5p.m.
1305 Memorial Ave., WestSpringfield, Displayofinternational literature; exhibitsof
[phone]& $$$ [9] stampsandcovers; auction; saleofmaterials;
lecture. Cardinal Spellman Philatelic Museum,
June 17-26 2^35Wellesley St., Weston.
617-894-67356. [1]
World Cup SoccerUSA 94: Soccer Pavilion
Freeviewingofmatches; soccerclinics; Intertribal Native American Pow Wow
international foodsand music. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; noon, grandentry
WorldTrade Center, Northern Ave., Boston. Nativedancing, drumming, and singing; arts
m 617-439-5000 andcrafts and storytelling. Alsoheld 7/2-7/4,
July23 &July24. Indian Plaza, Rt. 2
June 18 Charlemont.
W
413-339-4096 $$ [9]
International Soccer Salute
10a.m.
Afestival salute to the 24 World Cup countries;
parade ofcostumes, music, dance, andyouth.
From City Hall Plazato Esplanade, Boston.
617-439-7700 or635-3911 & [1]
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June 18-20 June 22 June 24-26
Boston Soccer Expo New Fish Festival Massachusetts Special Olympics
Noon-8 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Fri.,7p.m., openingceremonies; Sat. Sun.,
Product demonstrations, soccerdemonstrations Area restaurants offerspecialtydishes using 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
and clinics; seminars and celebrityappearances. underutilized species offish. Gloucester House Sportingcompetitions include aquatics, power
Hynes Convention Center, Boylston St., Boston, Restaurant, Rt. 127, Gloucester. lifting, trackand field, gymnastics, rollerskating,
617-439-7700&$$ [1] 508-283-1601 &$$$ [2] softball, volleyball, and tennis. Boston University,
Boston; and MIT, Cambridge,
June 19 Boston Salutes World Cup USA 508-774-1501, ext. 237& [1]
Concert featuringJulio Iglesias. GreatWoods
City ofBoston: «Center for PerformingArts, Mansfield. 7th Annual Festival ofStorytelling
World Cup Soccer Celebration 617-439-7700 $$$ [3] Nationally known storytellers offerclassesand
ShowcaseofBoston's cultural and ethnicdiver- performances. Union Chapel, CircuitAve., Oak
sity; concertatCity Hall Plaza; Fireworks over June 23 Bluffs.
Boston Harbor. Boston, 508-693-4986& $$$ [6]
617-635-4505 or635-3911 [1] Sandwich Glass Museum: Gallery Tour
11 a.m. June 25
Soup and Chowder Festival Guided tourofthecoliection highlightsglassware
11 a.m.-3 p.m. produced by the Boston &Sandwich Glass Fáirhaven Homecoming Day Fáir
Local restaurants provide samples; taste ^Factory. 129 Main St., Sandwich. 10a.m.-5 p.m.
for5t0h8e-b4e8s7t-.2B3a1s3R&el$ie$f,[P5r]ovincetown. 508-888-0251 [5] fFoaomdi,lyliveeveennttewrittahin1m7e5ntc,raafntdbofoitrehse,ngeitnhneic
Worcester Art Museum: Family Day June 23-26 ©rides forchildren. Downtown Fairhaven.
508-994-0797
[3]
1 p.m.-5 p.m. American Barbecue Round^Up
Performances, hands—on activities, storytelling, Enjoylive musicand familyactivities Taunton River Festival
museum tours, andentertainment. while munchingon world-famous BBQ ribs. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
55 Salisbury St., Worcester. Along Boston'swaterfront, Celebrates the riverasahistorical cultural,
508-799-4406 ^ [8] 617-439-7700 $$$ [1] and recreational asset; tours by boatandcanoe;
NashobaValley Winery: leíste of St. Peteras Fiesta aernttsertacirnafmtesntb,ooatnhsd,eexhtihbniitcs.foods, musical
Massachusetts
H1o0ta.cmh.e-fs6ap.nmd.cooljazzawaityouat TSFahetsu.tr,isv.1al0ha.oFmrni.o.-rms6idtpnh.iemg.ph-atlt;lrSopun.nm.s.,a;in1t0oaf.mf.i-slhlerpm.emn.. W^ei5r0W8a-t8e2r1f-r9o3n4t7Pa¿rk[,3]East WaterSt., Tàunton.
thegala festival offood andwine. Music, food, sportingevents, and parade; Cranberry World: Wildlife Festival
100 Wattaquadoc Hill Rd., Bolton, Sun., 3 p.m.: Blessingofthe fishingfleet. Noon-4 p.m.
508-779-5521 $-$$$ [8] S^t. Peter's Square, Gloucester. Learn aboutwild animals from around theworld;
June 19 & July 31 508-283-1601 ét [2] inte5r0a8ct-i7v4e7e-v2e3n5ts0.&225WaterSt. Plymouth,
[4]
June 24
Public Clambake Harlow Old Fort House: Fleece^to^Shawl
1:30 p.m. BlueJeans Bash on Newbury Street Demonstration
Francis Farm, Rehoboth. An outdoorpartywhere the dress code isgood- 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
508-252-3212 [3] old American bluejeans. NewburySt., Boston, Spinnersandweavers takewool through the
June 20 617-267-7961 &$$$ [1] sptraogdeuscoefacasrhdaiwnlg.,1s1p9inSnainngd,wiacnhdSwte.,avPilnymgotuoth,
Mundial Show 508-746—0012 [4]
Liberty on Landsdowne Street 6 p.m.-10p.m.
Agiantblockpartyat five ofBoston'sdance Multinational production ofinternational record- Sail Martha's Vineyard
clubs; games, amusements, street performers, ingartists. City Hall Plaza, Boston, 10a.m.-4 p.m.
a*nd live music. Landsdowne St., Boston. 617-635-3911 [1] Parade ofclassicsailingvessels; nautical events.
617-262-2605 $$$ Vineyard Haven and Edgartown Harbors.
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508-693-0064 $$$ [6]
June 21
"Pickin in the Pines" Bluegrass Festival
MilkingTour ofSandwich Village Noon-8 p.m.
2 p.m. New England bluegrass bands.
Guided tourhighlights theyears 1825 to 1888 L·ook Park, 300 North MaiMn St., Northampton.
andthe impactthe Sandwich Glass Factoryhad 413-584-54576.$$$
on the town. Meetat Railroad Depot,Javes St.,
Sandwich.
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508-888-0251
[5]
June 26 July 1
2 WCOD C e Cod Chowder Festival HarborfestFireworks Skyconcert
10 Noon-5 p.m. 9a.m.-10 p.m.
19 8 1 CcaasptearveostteaufroarnttsheseBrevsettChaepirebCeostdcChhoowwddeerr;; DBaozsztloinngHafribroerw.orksdisplaysynchronized to music.
i. entertainment. 617-227-1528& [10]
CapeCod MelodyTent, West Main St., Hyannis.
tr 508-775-6800¿ $$ [5] July 1-4
Annual Blessing ofthe Fleet Boston Harbor Islands:
11 a.m.-4 p.m. HarborfestTreasure Hunt
June 25 continued Celebration forasafeand fruitful yearforthe Day-longhuntusing maps. Gallop, Peddocks,
fishingfleet; parade and procession offishing Grape, Bumpkin, Lovells, andGeorges Islands,
G11oua.rmm.e-4tpF.mo.od and Wine Festival v^ess5e0ls8.-4M8a7c-M0i8l4l2an&Wh[5a]rf, Provincetown. Bos6to1n7.-727-5290 $$$
Tastings ofmore than 50 foodsand wines from Heritage Plantation: Rock & Roll Cape Verdean Festival
around theworld; liveentertainmentand prizes. Ramble Auto Show Tksteandenjoy native food, music, dance,
Rts.4173S-l45483-,3W1i7l6li&am[s1t0o]wn. S1e0ea.camr.s-4frpo.mm.the 1950sand 60s; 2 p.m., and61cr7a-f6ts3.5-Ci3t1y40Hal[l1]Plaza, Boston,
June 25 & 26 ctronc5e0r8t-.8P8i8n-e33&.00Gr&ov$e$S$ts.[,5]Sandwich, Rocky Neck Art Colony: Holiday Weekend
Theoldestartcolony in the U.S. salutes theholi-
Santo Christo Feast 2nd Annual Cape Cod Canal 10K Race daywithexhibitsand demonstrations. Gloucester,
Sat., 6p.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10a.m.-10 p.m. 508-283-4554
Religious feastwith processional on Sunday; 10a.m. [2]
authentic Portuguese food and folkJoricdancing; A6.2-mile racewalkon the banksofthe canal. GreekInverna
gamesand raffles. ColumbiaSt., Fall River. Buzzards Bay. GreekOrthodox Church,
ft 508-676-1184 [3] 508-759-3122 &$$$ [5] «817Jerusalem Rd., Cohasset.
19th Annual Old Deerfield Summer June 29 617-383-6380 [4]
Craft F^ir Longsjo Classic
10a.m.-5p.m. Americana Music Festival Fri.: 15-mile race; Sat.: 85-milecircuitrace; Sun.,
250juried exhibitorsdisplayandsell theircrafts. 7 p.m. 50-milecircuit race; Mon.: Wachusett Mountain
tMrem4o1r3i-a7l74St-.7,4O7l6d&De$er$fi[e9l]d. ALemgeernidcsa.n" CmiutsyicHalclonPclearzta,fBeoatsutroinn.g "American W111-5m0i8l-e4r2i2d-e.33L5e5av[e8s]from Chocksett Inn, Sterling.
Annual Fly-in and Yankee Enginuity Show 617-635-3911 [1] July 1-August 29
9a.m.-4 p.m. June 30
Experimental, military, andunusualaircraft Italian Festivals
and antique steam engineson display; WingFést Fri.-Sun.
demonstrations; crafts and collectibles market. 4 p.m. 7 p.m. Traditional street feasts honoringsaints; food,
M^un5i0ci8p-a5l44A-ir2p2o1r2t,^Ai[r9p]ort Rd., Orange. BbeossttoBnu'fsfableos-tstryelsetwaiunrganst;sscaommppleetaenfdorvotthee mus6i1c,7-a5n3d6-p4a1r0a0des. North End, Boston,
"A Weekend in the Country" Farm and foryourfavorite. July 2
Garden Tour City Hall Plaza, Boston.
Sat., 11 a.m.-6p.m.; Sun., 10a.m.-4 p.m. 617-227-1528^$$$ [1] Pan African Day
Tourofeight farmsandgardens in Colrain, July Noon-5 p.m.
Ashfield, and Heath, CelebrationofBoston'sAfrican-American
413-628-4696 $$$ [9] June 29-July 4 community.
City Hall Plaza, Boston,
HBlaancckoscmkitShhiaik^eDraVyisllage: Boston Harborfest 617-635-3911 [1]
9:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Morethan 125events includingconcerts, Summerfest
Demonstrations ofblacksmithingmethods cruises, historical militarydrills, and fireworks. 9a.m.-9 p.m.
through thecenturies; hands-on activities; Manyfreeevents. Sites along FreedomTrail Familyevents, flea market, arts andcrafts,
Jbelt.acRktssm.i2th0s' c4o1m,pePtitittsifioenl;d.talkson blacksmiths. and61B7o-s2t2o7n-1Ha5r2b8or¿, Free-$$$ [1] gthaemehsa,rbofro.odO,nasnedtpBalurfafdse.; fireworksover
413-443-0188 $$$ [10] « 508-295-2122 or295-6090 [4]
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July 2 continued Cape Verdean Festival July 8-29
2 p.m.-7 p.m.
Charlton CraftRair Celebration ofBoston's CapeVerdean communi- Summer Heritage Conceit
10a.m.-5 p.m. tWy; foodand music. City Hall Plaza, Boston. Fri.: 6:30 p.m., gatesopen; 7 p.m., concert
Featuring35 craftspersons: folkart, floral 617-635-3911 [1] Outdoor concert.
Jdeets.iRgtnss.,2j0ewe&lry1,69w,oCohdaerlntocnrafCtist,y.and more. Nathaniel Hawthorne's Birthday SRot5c0h-8J-o9n9e7s--1D4u0f1fH[o3]use Museum, New Bedford.
508-248-7976I [8] 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
July 2 & 3 aCuetlheobrr;atbealtlhoeonbsi,rtbhadnanyerosf,thainsd1b9itrht-hcdeanytucrayke. July 9
Independence Day Weekend WHou5s0e8-o7f4S4e-v0e9n91Ga$b$le$s,354 TurnerSt., Salem. M1i0dad.lm.e-b4orp.om.Arts and Crafts Fàir
9a.m.-5 p.m. More than 100 exhibitors; refreshments.
wMoorrke;tehnatner3t0aianrmteinsta.nsdisplayand sell their IOnlddeSpteunrdbernidcgeeDVaiyllaCgeel:ebration and Parade T^ow5n08H-a9l4l7L-a7w4n0,0S¿outh Main St., Middleboro.
[4]
On theCommon, Rt. 131, Sturbridge. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
508-347-3313 [8] Independence Dayas itwascelebrated in Berkshire Antiquarian Book F^ir
the 1830s. Fifeand drums, a readingofthe 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
July 2-4 Declaration ofIndependence, aparade, oration, Dealers sell books, prints, and ephemera.
Hedge House: Arts & Crafts Fáir aRtn.d2p0icSntiucrkbirnigdgoen.theCommon. ^Sto4c1kb3r-i5d2g8e-2Pl3a2i7n$S$cho[o1l, Main St., Stockbridge.
10a.m.-4 p.m. ^ 508-347-3362 or347-5383 (YDD)& $$$ [8]
More than 50 artisansgathertosell theircrafts. July 9 & 10
Plymouth. Turn-of'the'Century Ice Cream Social
508-830-1620 [4] 10:30 a.m.-4:30p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Lily Show
Enjoyaturn-of-the-century4th ofJuly; plans Sat., 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Noon-5 p.m.
July 3 include music, ragtimedancing, a fashion Displays oflilies, garden flowers, andvegetables;
show, croquet, andgames for "kids" ofall ages. amateurand professional floral design; youth
Annual Chowderfest O^ld Deerfield. andeducational exhibits; plantsale.
11 a.m.-6 p.m. 413-774-7476ét$$ [9] Tahanto Regional High School, Rt. 70, Boylston.
SBoasmtpolnerNesetwaurEanngtlsa;ncdasctlyaomurchboalwldoetrfofrrtohme Your Hometown America Parade 508-869-6111 & $$ [8]
"Best Chowda." City Hall Piaza, Boston, 10a.m. Hancock Shaker Village: Americana
617-227-1528ét$$$ One ofthe largestparades in America; Artisans' Crafts Show
nationally-televised. Pittsfield. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Harlow Old Fórt House: Pilgrim Breakfast 413-499-3861 b. $ [10] Exhibit and saleofworkin 18th-and 19th-
8:30a.m-11:30a.m. century craft traditions by renownedartisans.
TbreaadnistiosnearlvePdilbgyricmofsatreumoefdcostdafcf;akheesrbanadnd July 5-10 ^Rou4n1d3-S4t4o3n-e01B8a8rn$,$l$et.[1R0t]s. 20 and 41, Pittsfield.
bake sale; craftdemonstrations. Brimfield Outdoor Antiques Show
119 Sandwich St., Plymouth. Dawn-dusk July 10
508-746-0012 $$$ [4] Mile-longstrip featuringmore than 1000 dealers.
Rt. 20 Brimfield. Cape Verdean Festival
July 3 & 4 413-283-6149 or [phone] Free-$$ 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
[9] Celebration with Cape Verdean foods and music.
Star Spangled Springfield Onset Bluffs.
6 p.m.-10p.m. July 8 508-295-2122
[3]
Outdoormusical performance; fireworks.
CWity Hall, 36Court St., Springfield. Tisbury Street Rdr
413-733-3800 [9] 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
Old-fashioned street fair
July 4 ^Mai5n08St-.6,9V3i-n0e0y6a4rd¿Haven.
[6]
Massachusetts 4th ofJuly Celebrations
Many townsand cities throughoutthe July 8-10
Commonwealth celebratetheholidaywith
picnics, fireworks, and parades. Call regional WhalingCity Festival
tourist councils for more information. 10a.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival, flea market, entertainment, ethnic food
Boston Pops Annual 4th ofJuly Concert andartsandcrafts.
Outdoorconcertand fireworks. Buttonwood Park, New Bedford.
Charles River Esplanade, Boston. » 508-992-6174
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617-266-1492
July 16 July 17
2 Old Sturbridge Village: Haying Contest Gore Place: Classic Car Show
10 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
8 1 Village men demonstrate theircompetitive Classicandantiquevehicleson the lawn;
9 spirit as theyswingtheirscythes in this information booths; mansion open fortours.
re-created 1826 mowingmatch. Sign language 52 Gore St., Waltham.
imnterpreteravailable, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 617-894-2798¿ [1]
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20, Sturbridge.
508-347-3362 or347-5383 (TDD) $$$ [8] Cape Cod Antiquarian Book Fàir
10a.m.-4 p.m.
NashobaValley Winery: Raspberryfest Oldand rare books, prints, photographs,
July 3 p.m.-7 p.m. maps, and ephemera.
Plimoth Plantation: Cfrheashmbreasrpbmeursriycschoonrctecarktei;nwtihneeorrychtaorurds; TWhe50C8a-p8e88C-o6d8d7e0r&Hot$e$l,[5R]t. 132, Hyannis.
Governor's Council Meeting and tastings; fee.
9 a.m.-5 p.m. 100 Wattaquadoc Hill Rd.. Bolton, Historic Deerfield: Antique Car Show
TheGovernors meet to discuss the business 508-779-5521 i 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
ofthecolony: community is involved in the 400antiquecars from 1900 through the 1960s.
discussion, which includes thepaymentof July 16 & 17 Deerfield.
dRte.b5t30,t8oP-l7Ey4nmg6ol-ua1tn6hd2..2 $$$ [4] C1l2atshsiAcnBnouaatlFBeosstitvoanlAntique & Jul4y132-7074-5587&$$ [9]
Displaysofantiqueandclassic powerboats,
Higgins Armory: Day ofIrish Heraldry sailboats, and hand-powered crafts; meetskip- Heritage Plantation:
4 p.m.: Illustrated discussion on the Irish of persandcrews; vote forthebestboat; Blessing Daylily Festival and Sale
North America; 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.: ofthe Fleet; nautical exhibits; vintagecarrally; 10a.m.-4 p.m.
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July 15-17 The Feast ofthe Holy Ghost July 22 8t 23
Portuguese Festival
Plymouth's Salute to American History Sat., 10 a.m.-ll p.m.; Sun., Noon-6p.m. Shark FishingTournament
Celebration ofPortuguese heritageand foods. 3:30 p.m.-7p.m.
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art show, children's rides andgames, musicand 10a.m.-5 p.m. July 22^24
danceperformances, and food tent. Juried craftfairwith 100 exhibitors;
Plymouth. food, music, pettingzoo, and house tours. Vineyard Antique Show
508-830-1620 Free-$$$ [4] 207 Bryant Rd., Cummington. 10a.m.-5p.m.
Up-Country Hot Air Balloon Riir 1 413-634-2244 $$ [9] More than 30 dealers.
Martha'sVineyard Regional HighSchool,
Fri., opening5:30a.m.; Sat: 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Berkshire Botanical Garden: Edgartown.
Sun., 5:30 a.m.-8 a.m. 34th Annual Antiques Show 508-627-5121 &$$$
Hot-airballoons, craftshow,entertainment, food, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
andmore. Greenfield Community College, Eclecticand sophisticatedassemblageofcountry
Greenfield. and formal antiques; morethan 50dealers.
413-773-5463 [2] Res. 102 & 183, Stockbridge.
413-298-3926&$$ [10]
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