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Town of Ware Farmers' Market
6/28/2008 - 10/31/2008
Every Saturday from 9:00am - 1:00pm at the Historic Ware Center Meeting House in the Old Ware Center (about 2 miles west of the ‘new' center, on route 9) is the NEW HOME of the Ware Farmers' Market. Mark your calendars!
What Can you Find at the Market? Apples, basil, fresh beans, carrots, fresh herbs, melons, tomatoes, celery, eggplant, chard, spinach, onions, broccoli, zucchini, summer squash, cabbage, cucumbers, eggs, plums and pumpkins of all shapes and sizes!!! Honey, herbs, nursery stock, perennials, vegetable starts, bulbs, fresh cut flowers, succulents, fresh breads and muffins, local photographs, maple syrup, polymer clay dolls, handmade lace and much, much more!!! Spread the word - Let your friends know about the Ware Farmers' Market!
Historic Ware Center Meeting House
Old Ware Center (Route 9)
Ware, MA
info@warefarmersmarket.org
www.warefarmersmarket.org
2008 Sturbridge Summer Concerts on the Common
7/3/2008 - 8/21/2008
The Sturbridge summer concerts series on Sturbridge Town Common take place each Thursday evening from June 26 through August 21 starting at 6:30pm and are free to the public. Bring the family, a blanket or lawn chair, pack a snack - and bring the dog - for an evening of music. The concert series features a wide variety of music from traditional concert bands, to patriotic tunes, Latin music, Americana, folk and some popular selections. For more information, call the Sturbridge Recreation Department (M&W) at 508-347-2506. ****Rain location is Burgess Elementary School North Cafeteria****
**July 3 - Donna Lee of Ware takes the stage to offer a musical salute to the great country superstar, Patsy Cline; **July 10 - Patti and the Guys bring their toe-tapping polka sound to the Common. Patti Ann Jakubiak of Bristol, CT is the band's leader; **July 17 - Macy & Heart bring their blend of country rock and pop to the Common. Tim Hart influences are James Tyalor, Poco, the Eagles and Keith Urban; **July 24 - The singing Trooper Dan and his wife, Mary Colarusso bring their program of patriotic music to town; **July 31 - Heritage String Band - a sextet string band who invites audiences to take a step back in time on its Musical History Tour. The band performs popular songs of the 1800s; **August 7 - Old New England & Caller Tony Parkes, a contradance trio performing square dances; **August 14 - Rick Goldin presents a children's show. Rick brings his lively, interactive children's songs to stage. Children get the chance to sing, dance and jump along with his singing puppets; **August 21 closes the season with swinging sounds of Mood Elevators, a smooth vocal blend treating audiences to the original arrangements of the most toe-tapping tunes of the 30s and 40s. Many find the trio reminiscent of the Andrews Sisters.
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
Sturbridge Town Common
Route 131 across from the Publick House
Sturbridge, MA
Sturbridge Recreation Department (M&W)
Southbridge Summer Concert Series for 2008
7/6/2008 - 8/31/2008
Free summer concerts at the Rotary (Route 131) in Southbridge, MA on Sunday evenings. Bring your own lawn chairs. Concerts start between 5:30pm and 6:00pm.
**July 6 - Navy Band; **July 13 - Route 66 & Liz; **July 20 - Macey & Hart; **July 27 - East Woodstock Cornet Band; **August 3 - Famingoes; **August 10 - Kings Row; **August 17 - Nick Palance; **August 24 - Yankee Dogs and **August 31 - Seth Laconto.
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
Rotary (Route 131)
Southbridge, MA
Summer Concert Series in West Brookfield
7/9/2008 - 8/13/2008
Friends of the Bandstand Celebrate the 36th Season of Concerts on the Common at the Helen Paige Shackley Memorial Bandstand in West Brookfield MA
The summer concerts are from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. ~~Wednesday, July 9th - 215th Army Band; ~~Wednesday, July 16 - The Skid Marks; ~~Wednesday, July 23 - Flamingo Band; ~~ Wednesday, July 30 - Rick Larrimore and Band (a Rod Stewart Tribute); ~~Wednesday, August 6 - River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs; and ~~Wednesday, August 13 - Eddie Forman Orchestra. Remember to bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs for your comfort.
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
West Brookfield Common
Helen Paige Shackley Memorial Bandstand
West Brookfield, MA
Friends of the Bandstand
Six Flags New England Package
7/10/2008 - 10/31/2008
Overnight stay in our newly renovated rooms with breakfast for 2 adults with 2 adult tickets to Six Flags New England.
Children tickets can be purchased at the park.
Six Flags open 7 days until Labor Day. Sept& Oct open weekends til 10/31
Admission:
Adults: $167/couple Seniors: $167/couple
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main Street
Sturbridge , Ma
Brian Amedy
bamedy@sturbridgehosthotel.com
www.sturbridgehosthotel.com
Novena to St. Anne
7/18/2008 - 7/26/2008
Nine day novena to St. Anne this year's theme: "What have you done with your gift of Faith?" a diverse group of speakers and musicians will help during the nine days to reflect and find a way to joyfully answer this question. Attendance for all nine days is not required to enhance your spiritual life.
invites pilgrims of all faiths, generations and cultures to celebrate our 121st Novena to St. Anne. For more information visit our website: www.stannestpat.org or call 508-347-7338.
Additional information:
Our diverse litugical music includes: Vietnamese, Hispanic, African, Lifeteen Music Ministry, Jane Shivick of Assumption College, Magnificat Academy Choir, the Diocesean Festival Choir, Mike Curry of St. Anthony, Dudley, and choirs from St. Mary's in Southbridge and St. Anne and St. Patrick in Fiskdale.
Our speakers include: Dr. Francesco C. Cesareo, President of Assumption College, Rev. Edwin A. Gomez, Associate Pastor at St. Loui in Webster, Rev. Tam M. Bui, Administrator of Our Lady of Vilna in Worcester, Rev. Miguel A. Pagan, Associate Pastor of St. Peter, Worcester, Rev. Peter Precourt, Pastor and Shrine Director of St. Anne's, Sturbridge, Concelbrants: Rev. Salvator Kasereka Musande, of Emmanual House in Worcester and Rev. Johnrita Adediran Adegboyega, Associate Pastor, St. Peter, Worcester, Rev. Peter Joyce, Pastor St. Mary, Southbridge and Mnsgr. James P. Moroney, St. Theresa of Blackstone.
Admission:
Adults: Free Seniors: Free Children: Free
St. Anne Shrine
Church Street
Fiskdale/Sturbridge, MA
Rev. Peter Precourt/Dolores Morin
selectdoll@hotmail.com
www.stannestpat.org
THE CABARET MURDERS (Murder Mystery Interactive Dinner Theater)
7/25/2008 - 8/22/2008
July 25 and August 22
The Murder Mystery Interactive Dinner Theater is presented by Salem Cross Inn and Stageloft Repertory Theater.
JOIN US on select Friday evenings at 6:30pm. Show begins promptly at 7:00pm.
-- ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY --
When the high-strung irritating director embarrasses his song and dance performers in front of the entire audience, who knows what might happen?!?! As tensions rise between performer and director, many backstage secrets become public knowledge and motive for revenge. The glamour of performing artists may quickly change to the horror of a dead body!!!!
MENU - Tossed garden salad with creamy Italian dressing; rustic boneless breast of chicken with supreme sauce; seasonal potato and vegetable; homemade rolls; ice cream cakeballs with homemade hot fudge; brewed tea of coffee.
(During Lent advance notice required to replace chicken with salmon.)
Non-refundable tickets are by advance purchase only. Tax and gratuity included.
Reservations can be made online at www.salemcrossinn.com or by calling
508-867-2345.
Admission:
Adults: $49.00 per person
Salem Cross Inn
Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
www.salemcrossinn.com
Concert on the Common - Brookfield
7/25/2008 - 7/25/2008
7:00-9:00pm - Borelli Octet - Jazz at its best! The Borelli Octet plays original arrangements from the Dave Pell Octet, one of the bands credited with the creation of the West Coast Jazz scene in the 1950’s. Shorty Rogers and Marty Paich were the first arrangers to showcase the unique sound of this group. We are honored to play these arrangements as a tribute to Don Fagerquist, a Worcester born trumpet player, who went out to the West Coast to play with the great bands of his time.
6:30pm - Best Apple Pie Contest and The Doctor’s Variety Half Hour. Performers and hams of all kinds (music, comedy, juggling, etc.) are encouraged to enjoy 5 minutes in the spotlight.
Limit 4 acts per show. To sign up, send an e-mail to brookfieldculturalcouncil@yahoo.com or call Bill Simpson at 867-9233.
Brookfield Town Common
Routes 9 and 148
Brookfield, MA
Brookfield Cultural Council
brookfieldculturalcouncil@yahoo.com
Volley For Molly
7/30/2008 - 9/1/2008
Every Wednesday Evening from 5pm until 9pm, play VolleyBall on the Oxhead Beach.Teams need to have 7 players maximum. 4 teams per night , best 2 out of 3 games tp play winner of next 2 out of 3 games.
A percentage of the proceeds will go directly to the Molly Bish Foundation.
Admission:
Adults: $60/ per team
Oxhead Tavern Beach
366 Main Street
Sturbridge , Ma
Denise Flattery,Oxhead Manager
dflattery@sturbridgehosthotel.com
www.sturbridgehosthotel.com
PAN MASS Challenge
8/1/2008 - 8/3/2008
The Pan Massachusetts Challenge (August 2 and August 3, 2008), an annual bike-a-thon, is a pioneer of the athletics fundraising industry and today raises more money for charity than any other event in the country. Cyclists are required to raise between $1,300 and $4,000 to ride in the PMC depending on the chosen route. The Sturbridge Host Hotel is the site for Friday night's (Aug. 1) opening ceremonies and the Saturday (Aug. 2) morning start.
The PMC is a fully supported bike-a-thon with food and waterstops, mechanical and medical assistance, luggage transportation and lodging - that runs through 46 towns across Massachusetts. Cyclists choose from seven routes of various mileage designed to cater to all levels of cycling strength and time availability. Two-day rides include the original 190-mile route from Sturbridge to Provincetown. One day rides include cycling the 111-mile ride from Sturbridge to Bourne. Visit the PMC website - www.pmc.org - for detailed information on registration, lodging, bike routes, etc.
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main St
Sturbridge, MA
www.pmc.org
Concert on the Common - Brookfield
8/1/2008 - 8/1/2008
7:00-9:00pm - Dave Pike and the Good Ol’ Boys - A Classic Country Singer with few equals. Anywhere. Dave Pike's outstanding singing talent is obvious from the first note. There’s no music school here, only natural ability and years of experience. Dave Pike and The Good Ol' Boys Band play "Classic Country" in the styles of Merle Haggard, George Jones, Hank Williams, Marty Robbins, and many more. Featuring the award-winning voice of Dave Pike, and seasoned musicians with over 100 collective years of country music experience, it is clear from the start what the band is all about. While occasionally playing tunes by Elvis, Bob Seger, The Eagles and others, the band's focus is, without a doubt, "Classic Country."
6:30pm - Cake Off and The Doctor’s Variety Half Hour. Performers and hams of all kinds (music, comedy, juggling, etc.) are encouraged to enjoy 5 minutes in the spotlight.
Limit 4 acts per show. To sign up, send an e-mail to brookfieldculturalcouncil@yahoo.com or call Bill Simpson at 867-9233.
Brookfield Town Common
Routes 148 and 9
Brookfield, MA
Brookfield Cultural Council
brookfieldculturalcouncil@yahoo.com
Redcoats to Rebels
8/2/2008 - 8/3/2008
This year's event focuses on the Revolutionary War and re-enactment groups representing both the colonists and the British (along with some allies, like French on the side of the colonists, and Hessians on the side of the British). The Village stays open until 8:00pm on Saturday, August 2, inviting folks to linger in the camps and get a sense of what life was like in the field for these soldiers. Activities after 5:00pm on Saturday focus on the encampments. Regular exhibits will be closed, but food service will remain open.
Regular hours apply on Sunday (9:30am - 5:00pm) and folks who arrive after 5:00pm on Saturday pay half-price. There is a companion event in Brimfield this weekend, hosted by Hitchock Academy and focusing on units from the Civil War. Folks who visit OSV get a discount coupon to visit the Brimfield event on this weekend and vice versa. Saturday, August 2 from 9:30am - 8:00pm and Sunday, August 3 from 9:30am - 5:00pm. Museum and event admission: Adults $20.00/ Seniors (65 and over) $18.00/ Youth (3-17) $6.00/ Children under age 3 Free. Receive a $2.00 discount coupon to The Battle of Brimfield War Event at Hitchcock Academy with a paid admission. For more information, call OSV at (508)347-3362 or visit the website at www.osv.org.
Old Sturbridge Village
Sturbridge, MA
www.osv.org
Two Wars, Two Days, Two Towns
8/2/2008 - 8/3/2008
Civil War: The Battle of Brimfield (presented by the Hitchcock Academy) on Saturday, August 2 from 9:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday, August 3, 2008 from 9:00am - 4:00pm. Location: Heart-o-the-Mart, Route 20, Brimfield, MA. Adults $8.00/ Seniors (65 and over) $6.00/ Youth (3-17) $4.00/ Children under age 3 are Free (family rate available). Receive a $2.00 discount coupon to OSV's Revolutionary War event with a paid admission. For more information on the Battle of Brimfield, call (413) 245-9977 or visit the website at: www.hitchcockacademy.org.
www.hitchcockacademy.org and www.osv.org
Hitchcock Academy 3rd Annual Road Race
8/3/2008 - 8/3/2008
5K "Blockade Runner" Road Race and Family Walk-a-Thon: Sunday, August 3, 2008 starting at 9:00am.
A canon will start the race and re-enactors will cheer on the participants in this event. The course is new this year and will be a part of our Civil War re-enactment weekend, starting and ending at Heart-o-the-Mart, 37 Palmer Road, Brimfield, MA. This flat course will be perfect for all level of runners. Gold and silver medals will be awarded by gender and for various age categories. After the race, individuals are welcome to join a timed 100-yard dash wearing Civil War (battle gear). Admission to the Civil War event is free for all paid runners and walkers.
Pre-registration for runners: $15 if received by July 1st or $20 after July 1st. Registration on August 3rd will be open 8:00am - 8:50am. Free T-shirts to the first 200 pre-registered runners. Runners are welcome to collect their own sponsorships if desired; ask for a sponsorship form.
Walk-a-thon registration: Anyone who registers by July 1st and collects at least $20 in sponsorhips will receive a free T-shirt. The walk will follow the same 5k route as the runners. Proceeds will benefit Hitchcock Academy Community Center. Please email or visit our website to download a registration form.
Admission:
Adults: Free
Heart-o-the-Mart
37 Palmer Road
Brimfield, MA
Sue Gregory
sue@hitchcockacademy.org
www.hitchcockacademy.org
10,000 B.C. (pre-historic epic movie)
8/8/2008 - 8/9/2008
In this prehistoric epic, a 21-year old mammoth hunter journeys through the three stages in the development of primitive man. As the mammoth herd migrates through his tribe's homeland, he must try to secure the future of his tribe.
ALL SHOWS $5.00 with popcorn and snacks available at the Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Village. Shows start at 7:00pm Friday and Saturday night. Tickets at the door.
Admission:
Adults: $5.00 Seniors: $5.00 Children: $5.00
Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Villag
Sturbridge, MA
www.osv.org/movies
Jaguar Festival of New England
8/9/2008 - 8/9/2008
Come see vintage, racing, and classic Jaguars as well as soon to be classics from as far away as Canada and Florida compete for trophies and national recognition at the Sturbridge Host Hotel in Sturbridge, MA.
If you have a Jaguar you would like to enter
Please email ideacounselo@earthlink.net or call Brenda 617 953 1457
Early entry $55.00 per car
After July 29th $55.00 per car
Display $45.00 per car
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9th
9:00am – Noon Field opens to registered cars
Noon Rags down
Noon – 4:00pm Raffle and Silent auction - Item winner announcements from the gazebo.
12:30pm Judging begins - All division entrants except display must be on the field to be judged.
4:00pm Cocktails – Under the tent on the lakefront. Cash bar.
4:45pm Awards Ceremony – Under the tent on the lakefront.
6:00pm Saturday Evening Buffet **
** Saturday Dinner Menus $39.00 per person
Salads: Tossed Seasonal Greens; Fresh Mozzarella, Plum Tomatoes, and Basil
Entrees: Roast Sirloin of Beef, Grilled Chicken Teriyaki, Baked Scrod with Crumb Cracker Topping, and Penne Pasta tossed with Fresh Garden Veggies
Salad Rolls, Fresh Seasonal Vegetables, Starch and Assorted Deserts.
Cash Bar
7:00pm Dancing to our own selection of tunes.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 10th
Funkana games 9:00 AM Front parking lot of the hotel. Teams of 2 in cars will have to beat the clock in an hilarious and adventurous game. The winning team will be crowned the biggest weenies.
Concours d’Elegance Chair Michael Kaleel: mkaleel@kaleelcompany.com or (617) 557-4375
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main St
Sturbridge, MA
brenda soussan
ideacounselo@earthlink.net
www.j-a-n-e.org
HER NAME IS SABINE - a French foreign film
8/14/2008 - 8/14/2008
Directed by Sandrine Bonnaire. 85 min. French with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
CATCH AND RELEASE (drama and action movie)
8/15/2008 - 8/16/2008
On what was supposed to be her wedding day, Gray instead is burying her fiance who had a tragic addicent at his bachelor party. Gray wants to return to a normal life so she moves in with her two wacky buddies and strikes up a relationship with an old friend. Her bond with him deepens when she discovers that her fiance had a secret life and a secret fortune. Starring Jennifer Garner, Timothy Olyphant, Kevin Smith. 124 min (PG-13)
ALL SHOWS $5.00 with popcorn and snacks available at the Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Village. Shows start at 7:00pm Friday and Saturday night. Tickets at the door.
Admission:
Adults: $5.00 Seniors: $5.00 Children: $5.00
Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Villag
Sturbridge, MA
www.osv.org/movies
THE SOUND OF MUSIC (a musical)
8/15/2008 - 8/17/2008
The Gateway Players present THE SOUND OF MUSIC on August 15, 16 and 17 at 8:00pm. Rogers and Hammerstein family musical about the Von Trapp family and their escape from Austria during World War II. When the novice nun Maria comes to care for the Trapp children, the hills are soon alive with "The Sound of Music". Featured songs include Climb Every Mountain, Maria, Do-Re-Mi, My Favorite Things and The Lonely Goatherd.
The performance will take place in the air-conditioned Charlton Middle School. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for senior citizens & youth under 18. There is a $2 discount for advance sale tickets paid in cash or by check. Seating is limited. Get your tickets now!
Admission:
Adults: $12.00 Seniors: $10.00 Children: Youths under 18 - $10.00
Charlton Middle School at 8:00pm
2 Oxford Road
Charlton, MA
The Barn
tickets@gatewayplayers.org
www.gatewayplayers.org
21 (true story movie)
8/22/2008 - 8/23/2008
This film is the true story of six MIT students who were trained by Professor Rosa to become experts in card counting and subsequently took Vegas casinos for millions. Ben Campbell was the most gifted of the students and although he started playing just to pay his school bills, he got caught up in the game and wanted to lead the team instead of taking orders in this high stakes drama. Starring Kevin Spacey, Kate Bosworth, Laurence Fishburne. 123 min. (PG-13)
ALL SHOWS $5.00 with popcorn and snacks available at the Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Village. Shows start at 7:00pm Friday and Saturday night. Tickets at the door.
Admission:
Adults: $5.00 Seniors: $5.00 Children: $5.00
Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Villag
Sturbridge, MA
www.osv.org/movies
Spencer Annual Fair - Labor Day Weekend
8/29/2008 - 9/1/2008
The Fair opens on Friday, August 29th through Monday, September 1st from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Events and activities include monster truck shows, tractor pulls, reptile show, variety shows, music, craft competition, baking shows, exhibits and demonstrations, children's play area and petting zoo. Plenty of food!
Admission:
Adults: $10.00 Seniors: $6.00 Children: $6.00 ages 7-12; under 7-Free
Smithville Road
Route 31
Spencer, MA
djac1020@gis.net
www.spencerfair.org
MISS PETTIGREW LIVES FOR A DAY (a comedy movie)
8/29/2008 - 8/29/2008
In this 1939-set film, Miss Guinevere Pettigrew, a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. Taking a chance with a new job as a social secretary, she finds herself immediately caught up in the dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer. She tries to help her charge navigate a love life and career, both of which are complicated by the three men in her life in this delightful comedy. Starring Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, Shirley Henderson. 92 min. (PG-13)
ALL SHOWS $5.00 with popcorn and snacks available at the Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Village. Shows start at 7:00pm Friday and Saturday night. Tickets at the door.
Admission:
Adults: $5.00 Seniors: $5.00 Children: $5.00
Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Villag
Sturbridge, MA
www.osv.org/movies
Labor Day Weekend at Old Sturbridge Village
8/30/2008 - 8/31/2008
The last weekend of August is Labor Day weekend. OSV brings a family fun weekend, with a focus on fun and games of early New England and other activities such as family plowing with an oxen.
On Sunday of this weekend, there will be appearances by Arthur and WordGirl.
Admission:
Adults: $20.00 Seniors: $18.00 Children: Ages 3-17 $6.00 Under 3-Free
Old Sturbridge Village
Sturbridge, MA
www.osv.org
Brimfield Antiques and Collectibles Show
9/2/2008 - 9/7/2008
Brimfield, Massachusetts is the antique and collectibles capital of the U.S. 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. Brimfield is a series of 20 different privately owned and operated shows, located along both sides of a mile stretch of Route 20 just west of Sturbridge, MA.
As the premiere hot spot for antiquing and collecting in America, Brimfield attracts people from around the world. Rare and unusual items can be found as buyers search through history's great marketplace. There is excitement among shoppers getting caught up in the spirit of antiquing and the thrill of the hunt. Dealers are knowledgeable about their specialties and eager to share their expertise. Brimfield is a veritable adventure in history. Expect to see things never seen anywhere else in the world. Visit our website for more detailed information: www.brimfieldshow.com
Route 20 (located between Exits 8 & 9 of the
MASS Pike - I90)
Brimfield, MA
www.brimfieldshow.com
VIVA CUBA - a foreign film from Cuba
9/11/2008 - 9/11/2008
Directed by Juan Carlos Cremata Malberti. 80 min. Spanish with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
THE DOO-WOP MURDERS (Murder Mystery Interactive Dinner Theater)
9/19/2008 - 11/21/2008
September 19;
October 24;
November 14;
November 21;
The Murder Mystery Interactive Dinner Theater is presented by Salem Cross Inn and Stageloft Repertory Theater.
JOIN US on select Friday evenings at 6:30pm. Show begins promptly at 7:00pm.
-- ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY --
Danny "Boom-Boom" DiVitro is appearing in this oldies but goodies broadcast road show. Music will be played and you're encouraged to sing along. Don't trip over the dead body, and be careful what you say and what you drink! You never know who might be killed and become another "teen angel". You might even get to choose the guilty party!
MENU - Tossed garden salad with creamy Italian dressing; rustic boneless breast of chicken with supreme sauce; seasonal potato and vegetable; homemade rolls; ice cream cakeballs with homemade hot fudge; brewed tea of coffee.
(During Lent advance notice required to replace chicken with salmon.)
Non-refundable tickets are by advance purchase only. Tax and gratuity included. Reservations can be made online at www.salemcrossinn.com or by calling 508-867-2345.
Admission:
Adults: $49.00 per person
Salem Cross Inn
Route 9
West Brookfield, MA
www.salemcrossinn.com
The Original Wedding Expo
9/21/2008 - 9/21/2008
Plan the perfect wedding with help of 85 of the area's finest bridal merchants.
The Original Wedding Expo is the Most trusted Expo in New England!
Two-for-one pass available at www.originalweddingexpo.com.
Admission:
Adults: $12 Seniors: $0 Children: $0
Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center
Rte. 20 West
Sturbridge, MA
Robert Chevalier
info@originalweddingexpo.com
www.originalweddingexpo.com
RRI Rise & Run Road Race
10/5/2008 - 10/5/2008
Enjoy the early morning run through the foliage lined streets and back roads of historic Sturbridge. 10K, 5K & 1 mile fun run.
Craft fair & Family fun event held in conjunction with the race. Great time to enjoy Sturbridge with the entire familiy. All proceeds to benefit people with developmental disabilities in our community.
Admission:
Adults: $17.00 Seniors: $17.00 Children: $17.00
Sturbridge Town Common
294 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Kerrie Mason
kmason@rehabresourcesinc.org
www.rehabresourcesinc.org
RRI Craft Fair & Family Fun Event
10/5/2008 - 10/5/2008
Over 40 New England Crafters will be on the common selling their wares on the Sturbridge Town Common. Activities for the family also taking place - moonbounce, face painting, food and more. Road Race at 9am - events from 9am - 3pm.
Sturbridge Town Common
294 Main Street
Sturbridge, MA
Paige Slein
pslein@rehabresourcesinc.org
www.rehabresourcesinc.org
MOTHER OF MINE - a foreign film from Sweden and Finland
10/9/2008 - 10/9/2008
Directed by Klaus Hano. 105 min. Finnsh & Swedish with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOS NEST (a dark comedy)
10/17/2008 - 10/25/2008
The Gateway Players present ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOS NEST on October 17, 18, 19, 24 and 25 at 8:00pm. Getting declared insane rather than being sent to prison, seemed like a good idea until a frontal lobotomy is suggested as a cure. This famous dark comedy is set in the ward of a mental hospital.
Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for senior citizens & youth under 18. There is a $2 discount for advance sale tickets paid in cash or by check. Seating is limited. Get your tickets now!
Admission:
Adults: $12.00 Seniors: $10.00 Children: Youths under 18 - $10.00
Gateway Arts Barn
111 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
The Barn
tickets@gatewayplayers.org
www.gatewayplayers.org
19th Annual Harvest Festival
10/18/2008 - 10/19/2008
The 19th Annual Harvest Festival on the Sturbridge Town Common will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 10:00am to 5:00pm and on Sunday, October 19 from 11:00am to 4:00pm - RAIN OR SHINE! Whether you are a participant or just want to browse, explore the crafts and food, buy that early X'mas gift or purchase a new-found treasure, mark this date on your calendar!
If you are a crafter or a specialty food vendor, want booth space rental information, obtain an application to sell your wares throughout this two-day event, or have questions, please contact the Central Mass South Chamber of Commerce at (508) 347-2761 or info@sturbridge.org. If you are traveling to Sturbridge to participate in this event and require overnight accommodations, a complete list of chamber member hotels, motels, inns and bed & breakfasts can be found on our website - www.sturbridge.org.
Sturbridge Town Common
Route 131 across from The Publick House Historic I
Sturbridge, MA
info@sturbridge.org
www.sturbridge.org
THE ISLAND - a foreign film from Russia
11/13/2008 - 11/13/2008
Directed by Pavel Lounguine. 112 min. Russian with English subtitles
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
235 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Country Folk Art Craft Show - Thanksgiving Weekend
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
The ultimate shopping place for home decor and more! The most complete resource for country folk art craft lovers, artisans and show goers.
Free Parking. ****Admission charged but YOUR HANDSTAMP RE-ADMITS YOU ALL WEEKEND**** Show hours: Friday (July 18)- Noon to 8pm; Saturday (July 19) - 10am to 5pm; Sunday (July 20) - 10am to 4pm.
Show hours: ***THANKSGIVING WEEKEND*** Friday (Nov 28)- Noon to 8pm; Saturday (Nov 29) - 10am to 5pm; Sunday (Nov 30) - 10am to 4pm.
Sturbridge Host Hotel
366 Main St
Sturbridge, MA
info@CountryFolkArt.com
www.countryfolkart.com
THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER (a fairy tale)
12/5/2008 - 12/7/2008
Gateway Players Youth Theatre present THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER on December 5, 6 and 7. Please contact The Barn for show times. A Youth Theatre production based, on the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale, this family story with a youth cast, is a holiday delight and suitable for all ages.
Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for senior citizens & youth under 18. There is a $2 discount for advance sale tickets paid in cash or by check. Seating is limited. Get your tickets now!
Admission:
Adults: $12.00 Seniors: $10.00 Children: Youths under 18 - $10.00
Gateway Arts Barn
111.Main Street
Southbridge, MA
The Barn
tickets@gatewayplayers.org
www.gatewayplayers.org
FUTURE OF FOOD - USA independent film
12/11/2008 - 12/11/2008
Directed by Deborah Koons Garcia. 88 min. English. Screened as part of Moveable Feasts: A Year of Local Harvests.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
ADAM'S APPLIE - a foreign film from Denmark
1/8/2009 - 1/8/2009
Directed by Anders Thomas Jensen. 94 mins. Danish with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subjec to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
DREAMS OF DUST - Bukina Faso foreign film
2/12/2009 - 2/12/2009
Directed by Laurent Salgues. 86 mins. French with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
FRAULEIN - a foreign film from Switzerland
3/12/2009 - 3/12/2009
Directed by Andrea Staka. 8a mins. Swiss-German, German, Bosnian, Coratian and Serbian with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
NOISE - a foreign film from Australia
4/9/2009 - 4/9/2009
Directed by Matthew Saville. 109 mins. English.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
THE VIOLIN - a foreign film from Mexico
5/14/2009 - 5/14/2009
Directed by Francisco Vargas. 98 mins. Spanish with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
XXY - a foreign film from Argentina
6/11/2009 - 6/11/2009
Directed by Lucia Puenzo. 91 mins. Spanish with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
THE GREAT MATCH - a foreign film
7/9/2009 - 7/9/2009
Directed by Gerardo Olivares. 88 min. Kazajo Dialect (Mongolian), Tamasheck (Niger) and Tupi (Brazil) with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
THE WAY I SPENT THE END OF THE WORLD - a foreign film from Romania
8/13/2009 - 8/13/2009
Directed by Catalin Mitulescu. 106 mins. Romanian with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
MADEINUSA - a foreign film from Peru
9/10/2009 - 9/10/2009
Directed by Claudia Llosa. 103 mins. Spanish with English subtitles.
Library Box Office presents independent and foreign film series at the Jacob Edwards Library in Southbridge. All films are available for circulation following the screening date. Unless otherwise noted, all films are screened on the 2nd Thursday of each month and begin promptly at 6:00pm in the Pioppi Room. The films screened in this series are foreign produced and are not subject to MPAA ratings. These films are NOT recommended for ages under 17 without parental supervision. To learn more about each film, please visit the library's website. Each film is found on the Calendar page.
Jacob Edwards Library - Pioppi Room
236 Main Street
Southbridge, MA
www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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