Things To Do
2008 Summer Concerts on the Common
All concerts begin at 6:30pm on the Sturbridge Town Common and are free to the public. For more information call the Recreation Department (M & W) at 508-347-2506
July 3, 2008 Donna Lee (Patsy Cline Tribute)
Sponsor Betterment
July 10, 2008 Patty and the Guys (Polish)
Sponsor Betterment
July 17, 2008 Macy & Heart (70's)
Sponsor Cultural Grant
July 24, 2008 Trooper Dan
Sponsor SATA
July 31, 2008 Heritage String Band (Americana)
Sponsor LLC Cultural Grant
August 7, 2008 Old New England & Caller Tony Parkes
Sponsor Betterment
August 14, 2008 Rick Goldin (Children's Show)
Sponsor North East Merchant Systems
August 21, 2008 Mood Elevators (30's- 40's)
Sponsor Betterment
Bring your own lawn chair and blankets -- Rain Location
Burgess Elementary School North Cafeteria
Fun at Five!
Fun at Five
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Old Sturbridge Village
Old Sturbridge Village is the largest outdoor living history museum in the Northeast. The recreated village depicts life around 1830 in New England. Visitors can see demonstrations of many crafts and cooking, learn history from interpreters in period costumes, take a tour of the Quinebaug River, and visit the working farms. Special events geared to families are held throughout the year. www.osv.org
VILLAGE CINEMA
In the Stephen M. Brewer Theatre at Old Sturbridge Village
ALL SHOWS $5.00
Popcorn & Snacks available!
Shows @ 7:00p.m.
Friday and Saturday Night – Tickets at the Door
Call (508) 347-3362 or go to www.osv.org/movies
Next Showing:
Definitely, Maybe - July 11 & 12, 7 p.m.
Starring Abigail Breslin, Ryan Reynolds, Rachel Wiesz, Isla Fisher;
Directed by Adam Brooks; 112 min. (PG-13)
Will Hayes is in the midst of a divorce when his young
daughter, Maya, starts to question him about his life before
marriage. Will tells Maya his story of relationships with three
very different women but leaves it up to Maya to determine
which one is her mother. Their conversations force him to
come face to face with his past actions and present
predicaments.
There Will Be Blood - July 18 & 19, 7 p.m.
Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Paul Dano, Kevin J. O’Connor;
Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson; 158 min. (R)
Daniel Plainview is a turn-of-the-century prospector in Texas who has success in oil. He gets a tip about an abundance of oil in a rural area and picks it up for a steal by misleading the owning family. Daniel is a true sociopath who attempts to crush anyone who will stand in his way in this extreme character study.
Nominated for 8 Oscars, winner for Best Actor (Daniel Day-Lewis) and Best Cinematography.
August Rush - July 25 & 26, 7 p.m.
Starring Freddie Highmore, Liv Tyler, Keri Russell, Robin Williams;
Directed by Kirsten Sheridan; 100 min. (PG)
Two young musicians have a chance encounter but when they are torn apart they leave an infant in their wake. Young August Rush, orphaned by circumstance, uses his unique inherited musical talent to seek the parents from whom he was separated at birth.
Please note:
There is no movie on July 4 or 5; Village Cinema resumes on July 11 & 12.
Brimfield Area Artisans Collaborative presents:
“Courtyard Art Show”
hosted by:
"Vienna" Restaurant
14 South Street
Southbridge
Saturday, July 12th
3:00 to 6:00pm
Join us as we feature our newest creations, including:
Water colors by: Anna M. Ozolins; Pottery and Clay Artist: Linda Early of "Nature’s Gallery," Fiber/Mixed Media Artist: Trisha O’Brien of "Art & Soul Studio," and Concrete Artist: Peter Robitaille of "Cornerstone Creations."
Wander through this recaptured old courtyard, while enjoying summer refreshments!
For further information, please call 413 245 0947
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Browse the Brookfields
Just a 20 minute drive for our town!
Arts Festival
August 2
Brookfield Common
A new artist support/networking group was formed this spring in Brookfield for visual artists, performing artists, writers, etc., called the Diverse Arts Support Network. We are hosting a festival on the Brookfield Common on August 2, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. We are contacting a variety of artists, to ask if they would like to come and exhibit their work. There is no charge, but you would have to supply your own table. You are also invited to our monthly meetings. Give me a call, if you are interested, and I can send you more information. Carol Mays at 774-289-2022. You could also E-mail me at irisspring@hughes.net.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
And They Came
Look what has been done by
a "Hand Shake Agreement"
Legislative Support
and a lot of volunteer workers bringing
their own equipment and pitching in to
help open the
TRAILHEAD ON 5 BRIDGE ROAD
The Last Green Valley Foundation Supports Brimfield Trails
The Last Green Valley Foundation awarded a $5000 grant to the Brimfield Trail Committee. The committee and town of Brimfield will provide a match of $6200 in volunteer labor and use of a town truck and equipment. The LGV grant will be used to continue work on sections of the Grand Trunk Rail Trail and Trolley Trail in Brimfield, MA. A trailhead parking lot is located on 5 Bridge Road. The Last Green Valley Foundation promotes the improvement of historic, cultural and natural resources in the Quineboag-Shetucket Heritage Corridor of Northeast Connecticut and South-central Massachusetts.
Contact: Dick Costa, Chairman
Brimfield Trail Committee
or call 413-245-9297 or 413-245-3474
Opacum Land Trust
P.O. Box 233
Sturbridge MA 01566
A special note: as we begin the New Year 2008 Opacum conserved a total of 105 acres in eight years of its existence, bringing the official total of 603 acres permanently preserved, consisting of 8 properties in 5 towns. Thanks and gratitude to all for helping us to build on our successes, and for making positive differences in our communities. Thanks to all - Opacum Land Trust
What's Growing in YOUR backyard? You are invited to join Ted Elliman and staff members from the New Engalnd Wildflower Society (www.newfs.org) as they conduct a botanical survey of Opacum Woods and the adjacent Herve & Mary Jane Gaumond Memorial Sanctuary. The dates for the survey will be Saturday, June 14, Tuesday, July 15, and Tuesday, July 22. In addition, and Invasive Species Work Day will be held on Monday, September 22. Each session will last from 10:00am to 3:00pm. You can come for one day, or all four. Did you know that there are more endangered plants than animals in Massachusetts? This is a great oppertunity to learn more about what's growing right in your own backyard. We will be learing about botanical survey goals and techniques, documenting rare plants, and mapping invasive species. In October, staff of the New England Wildflower Society will make a presentation of the survey results and provide Opacum with a stewardship plan for these properties so that we may work towards preserving the natural biodiversity present.
Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary
Capen Hill Nature Sanctuary
56 Capen Rd. (off of Route 20),
Charlton, MA.
508-248-5516
The Sanctuary is located at the end of Capen Road just off of Route 20 in Charlton, Massachusetts Visitors Center Hours: 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. daily, Weekends 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Over 72 Acres of woods, streams, meadows, ponds, and trails. Trails: Dawn to Dusk (Our maps located in entrance to Visitor's Center). Animal Rehabilition Facility Staffed Year Round
www.lastgreenvalley/maplesugardays.com
Keep Homestead Museum
35 Ely Road
Monson, MA 01057
413-267-4137
http://www.keephomesteadmuseum.org
When Myra Keep Lovell Moulton died in 1988, the last of a long line of Keeps in Monson, she willed her property, its contents and an endowment fund to the town. She was an avid collector and her button collection is considered one of the largest in the US. She mastered many forms of needlework and many of her works are on isplay, as are examples of her work in oil, water color and ceramics. History was also important to Myra and the museum contains many examples of this interest: history of her family, her town, her church, rocks and minerals of the area -- to name only a few.
Open House: 1st Sunday of each month 1:00-3:00pm from early April to December. Nature tours frequently available with former National Park Service naturalist
Special request tours are available by calling or e-mailing.
Russian Storytime for Families
with STORYTELLER, KATIE GREEN
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2008, 7PM
Hear about Ivan and the Firebird and meet the famous Russian witch BabaYaga (pictured here) with award-winning storyteller Katie Green. Katie Green brings these colorful characters to life in this performance for adults and older children.
"Traveling in Russia made the Russian folktales more vibrant for me," Katie says. She participated in the Furst Russian Folk and Dance Festival in Yaroslavl in 1992, and has been performing Russian stories for audiences of all ages since then. Last March, Katie performed Russian folktales with the Newton Symphony Orchestra. Her recordings and book are available on her website, www.katiegreenstories.com.
Call (978) 598-5005 or www.museumofrussianicons.org
NEADS/Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans
Contact email: dlaconti@neads.org
www.neads.org
The Ultimate Winter Experience!
Northern Exposure Outfitters
Brookfield, MA 01506
508.867.4396 508.565.5776
brings you:
Dog Sled Rides
We offer top of the line products, Rides for two or more, lessons, educational programs and more. Call us or e-mail us for more information.
