Events INSIDER: Nov 4-12, 2013

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Giveaways & Features
Tall Heights at The Sinclair
From a humble start in Faneuil Hall in 2010, this folk duo is now a national sensation with cello and acoustic guitar. I have a pair of tickets to give away! Email editor@eventsinsider.com to win. Tall Heights at The Sinclair Cambridge, MA, .
The After-Dinner Joke
In a Monty Python inspired world wind, The Charlestown Working Theater brings this BBC phenomenom to the stage. The After Dinner Joke is sure to keep you laughing. And I have 2 pairs of tickets to give away! Email editor@eventsinsider.com to win.The After-Dinner JokeThe Charlestown Working Theatre Charlestown, MA, –.
Win: You’re the Expert
Win 4 tickets to the 11/5 7pm show. This is an interesting combination of science and comedy will have you leaving with a smile on your face and a new understanding of some obscure field. There is also an after show featuring nationally touring stand up artists and local Boston talent! 7pm 4 ticket giveaway. Win: You're the ExpertOBERON, 2 Arrow Street, Cambridge, MA, .
Win: The Hobbit
Win 4 tickets to The Hobbit. Enjoy a performance of The Hobbit at Wheelock College and follow the journey of Bilbo Baggins as he finds a new level of maturity and wisdom. Win: The HobbitWheelock Family Theatre Boston, MA, –.
Johnny’s Picks
Get the 2013 New England Guide
Mention my website to friends and get my 2013 New England Guide, with 1,200 off-beat destinations including dinosaur footprints, zoos, ziplines, where to go stargazing, and where to find an indoor water park in December! Get the 2013 New England Guide All Over, , –.
Find 16 New England Regions on Twitter
Hey! I’ve split my Twitter feed into 17 regions so that you can REALLY get just the events close to home, or pick what you like. Please check it out and add me to a ‘Twitter list’ too (google it). Find 16 New England Regions on Twitter All Over, , –.
Smoking Rocks Investiture
The Society for Creative Anachronism is a medieval-ish re-enactment group. You’ll find history classes on cooking, warfare, and culture. Plus they’ll have a mock battle as well. Very few of the SCA events are this close to Boston. Check it out! 10am-9pm. Smoking Rocks InvestitureMasonic Temple Association, 435 County St, New Bedford, MA, .
Quidditch Conference Match
12 – 4pm with Boston Masacre facing Emerson first followed by Boston University vs. Boston Riot. This is only a qualifying match but if sure to draw a crowd. A documentary, ‘Brooms Up’ , was made about last year’s cup (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2K-xgBpQU84). Quidditch Conference MatchEmerson College Boston, MA, .
Allston/Brighton Open Studios (Boston Open Studios)
An open studios is an excuse to walk around town, visiting artists in their studios or private homes. It’s interesting to chat directly with the artists rather than merchants, and of course they hope you’ll buy something. This one seems pretty small, being focused five buildings. 12-6pm. Allston/Brighton Open Studios (Boston Open Studios) Allston, MA, –.
Veterans Day Kite Day
This idyllic fall weather is not going to last much longer! Get OUTDOORS and enjoy it! I’m sure this kite festival will be worth seeing. No details are given about kite competitions or vendors, so I’m guessing basically it’s people flying kites in a park with no real scheduled ‘event’. It was 10a-4pm last years but no times were listed for 2013. Veterans Day Kite DayPope John Paul II Park Dorchester, MA, .
Boston Veterans Day Parade
Of course, it’s Veterans Day, and there are a number of parades. Boston’s begins at 1pm on from the corner of Boylston and Tremont streets. Music and revelry to follow. City Hall Plaza is the best place to hear a variety of speeches, music, and groups supporting our Veterans. Boston Veterans Day ParadeBoston Common Boston, MA, .
Run Lola Run: Science On Screen
The premise behind this movie is that small events can have large widespread consequences. During this event a speaker will discuss the chaos theory and what role it plays in Run Lola Run. You should go if you’d enjoy a suspenseful movie but also if you’re interested in hearing more about various psychological theories. Run Lola Run: Science On ScreenCoolidge Corner Theatre Brookline, MA, .
Free Star Parties 3
Check out some stars with a professional atronomer- FOR FREE! Register in advance. 7pm. Cancelled if inclement weather, which could just mean cloudy! Free Star Parties 3Moose Hill Sharon, MA, .
Civil War Intensive Weekend
Time to dust off those dancing shoes! There will be civil war dance classes all weekend long and concludes with a grand ball on Sunday. 10am to 4pm for classes. Civil War Intensive WeekendHolliston Town Hall Holliston, MA, –.
Thanksgiving Weekends at OSV
You should never need an excuse to visit my favorite re-enactment museum, Old Sturbridge Village, which is holding some authentic 1830s style Thanksgiving dinners. There’s also a shooting match and an 1830s wedding. Thanksgiving Weekends at OSV Sturbridge, MA, –.
An Evening of Illumination at OSV
Sturbridge Village is just as good as Plimoth Plantation, but bigger. They are continually having 1840s events and this one is at night using 19th century lights. I’m sure it’s beautiful. (I hope so, for $35!). An Evening of Illumination at OSV Sturbridge, MA, .
A Pirates Bounty! Colonial Dinner
Remember when George Washington enlisted captain Jack Sparrow to fight in the Revolution? Me neither, but that won’t stop an encampment of Colonial militia and pirates from engaging in military drills. 6:30pm. A Pirates Bounty! Colonial Dinner Smithfield, RI, –.
Veteran’s Day Cruise
As far as ways to thank our vets go, a cruise sounds pretty good! The 10:15am cruise will leave from Quincy Shipyard and the 11am cruise will depart from Long Warf in Boston. Free for vets and only $5 for family and friends. Veteran's Day CruiseGeorges Island Boston, MA, .
Anthology (AnthoCon)
To say this is a conference for speculative fiction sounds misleading. That’s fancy talk for a fantasy and sci-fi con! If your geekery centers around books more than TV shows or videogames, this is probably the con for you. Anthology (AnthoCon)Holiday Inn Hotel Portsmouth 300 Woodbury Ave, Portsmouth, NH, –.
Veterans Day
Malden’s Veterans Day Parade and Memorial Service
This Veterans’ Day parade will also pause at the 11th minute of the 11th hour for a moment of reflection in honor of all the Nation’s veterans. 9am. Malden's Veterans Day Parade and Memorial ServiceMacdonald Stadium Malden, MA, .
Veterans Day for Peace: Parade and Rally
This Boston Veterans Day parade will conclude with a rally for peace in Faneuil Hall Marketplace. 12:30pm. Veterans Day for Peace: Parade and RallyBeacon St & Charles St Boston, MA, .
Arlington Veterans Day Parade
Arlington Veterans day parade! Take a moment to celebrate our nations heros. 10:30am. Arlington Veterans Day ParadeMassachusetts Avenue, East Arlington Arlington, MA, .
Uxbridge Veteran’s Day Parade
Celebrate Veterans Day with a parade in Uxbridge! Uxbridge Veteran's Day ParadeTown of Uxbridge, South Main Street, Uxbridge, MA, .
Plymouth Veteran’s Day Parade
Another Veterans Day parade, this one is in Plymouth. This parade is special because it rides by various war memorials,taking the time to commemorate each war and all those who have served. 9:30am. Plymouth Veteran's Day ParadeHedge Rd, Court St, Cherry St. Standish Ave, Summer St, Sandwich St. Plymouth, MA, .
New Bedford’s Veterans Day Parade
New Bedford Veterans Day parade celebrates Veterans past and present. 10:30am. New Bedford's Veterans Day ParadeRockdale Ave. and Union Street, New Bedford, MA, .
Tritown Veterans’ Day Parade.
Tritown Veterans day parade has a theme of ‘Honoring Ally, Yesterday, and Today’ along with awards for best float, best marching unit, and judges choice. 10am. Tritown Veterans' Day Parade.Town of West Bridgewater West Bridgewater, MA, .
Tritown Veterans’ Day Parade
Hmm! There’s no information about time and location. Well, you’ll have to call town hall. Tritown Veterans' Day Parade Whitman, MA, .
Veterans Day at Battleship Cove
Battleship Cove may be the coolest place to celebrate Veterans Day. With the largest preserved Navy fleet in the world, there truly is no better way to celebrate Veterans day. And of course, Veterans get in for free. 9am to 4:30pm. Veterans Day at Battleship Cove Fall River, MA, .
Norton’s Veterans Day Parade
Hmm! There’s no information about time and location. Well, you’ll have to call town hall. Norton's Veterans Day Parade Norton, MA, .
Fairhaven Veteran’s Day Parade
Fairhaven Veterans Day parade! Followed by a canon firing at Fairhaven High School 9am. Fairhaven Veteran's Day ParadeMain Street from Oxford School south to High School Fairhaven, MA, .
Chatham Veterans Day Parade
If you’re spending this long weekend down old Cape Cod, be sure to check out this Veterans Day parade rolling through the streets of Chatham. 11am. Chatham Veterans Day ParadeMain Street Rotary Chatham, MA, .
Westerly Veterans Day Parade
Veterans Day Parade in Westerly, RI. 9:30am. Westerly Veterans Day ParadeDowntown Westerly/Pawcatuck High Street Westerly, RI, .
Veterans Day Nature Activities
Celebrate Veterans’ Day while you connect with nature with family and friends! There will be nature stories, a hike, and animal meet and greet after! Veterans Day Nature ActivitiesAudubon Environmental Education Center Bristol, RI, .
Biddeford/Saco Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
Visiting Maine for the weekend? Celebrate our Nations heros with this great parade 10am. Biddeford/Saco Veterans Day Parade & CeremonyPool Streets, Biddeford to Main Street, Saco Biddeford, ME, .
Bangor – Brewer Veterans Day parade
Bangor Maine celebrates Veterans day with a great parade. Following the parade is a performance is the Bangor Band. 1pm. Bangor - Brewer Veterans Day paradeBrewer Wilson Street to Bangor Main Street to Bangor, ME, .
South Portland Veterans’ Day Parade.
Honor those who have served at the South Portland Veterans day parade! South Portland Veterans' Day Parade. South Portland, ME, .
Veteran’s Day Parade
Vendors and music will be happening at this Veterans day parade. We should honor our vets all year long but it is nice to pay special tribute to them on November 11th. Veteran's Day ParadeDowntown BenningtonWest Main Street at Monument Avenue Bennington, VT, .
Also Fun
Free Admission for Veterans at Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo
To honor the service of all veterans, Franklin Park and Stone Zoos will offer free admission to veterans Nov. 9 @ 11, 2013. Free Admission for Veterans at Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo Stoneham & Boston, MA, –.
Blue and Black Film
If you graduated from the University of Michigan you can not miss this event! But if you didn’t it’s okay. This also appals to folks interested in history, sports, race, civil rights, documentaries, or anyone looking for a fun activity during the week! 7pm. Blue and Black FilmDavis Square Theatre 55 Davis Square Somerville, MA, .
Boston Jewish Film Festival
Like the many other film festivals we’re lucky enough to enjoy in Boston, this one features plenty of directors and celebrities coming to speak and take questions. So it’s not just sitting in a dark room idly watching movies. Just mostly. Boston Jewish Film FestivalCoolidge Corner Theatre Brookline, MA, –.
Lit Up Dance Party
Delicious food, craft cocktails, great conversation, and a night of stories, music and more from fantastic authors and performers, featuring keynote author Julianna Baggott. And a dance party after! Lit Up Dance PartyOne Design Center Place Boston, MA, .
RevWar Schmoozer (Boston)
4:30pm A time for some quality revolutionary war chatting. Open to amateurs and historians alike. Make new friends while learning new fun facts about the American Revolution. RevWar Schmoozer (Boston)Upstairs at The Point Boston, MA, .
Comicazi Cookie Clash to Benefit Boston Partners in Education
Pay just $6 and eat unlimited cookies, with milk or coffee! Or bake and win one of the awards. It’s all a fundraiser for the Boston Public Schools. Comicazi Cookie Clash to Benefit Boston Partners in EducationComicazi Cambridge, MA, .
MSPCA Run Fur Fun 5k
The MSPCA does excellent work. This race would be fun to attend even if you’re not racing. Bring your furry friend if you have one for a great day along the Charles River! 10AM. MSPCA Run Fur Fun 5kArtesani Park Brighton, MA, .
National Novel Writing Month
Do you want to write a book? Join other procrastinators and break through by doing it all in just one month. (Don’t worry, you can revise it later.) They’ll have several local events for writers to meet each other, be inspired, and even work side-by-side in a ‘you can do it’ environment. National Novel Writing MonthCheck Their Slow Website All Over, , –.
Glovebox Short Film & Animation Festival
2pm Is there anything better than a whole day chock full of short films? Well, we can think of a few things. But this is still an awesome event. Check out their website to see if your favorite film will be shown! Glovebox Short Film & Animation FestivalRegent Theatre Arlington, MA, .
Boston River Run
These folks are choosing to honor our vets by running! I think I like the cruise idea better. 9am. Boston River RunDCR’s Artesani Park, 1255 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA, .
Strike Out Hunger Bowl-a-thon
Bowling for a cause is definitely something that I support, although they chose a poor week to do it. You bowl so others may eat. Project Bread’s Strike Out Hunger Bowl-a-thon fundraiser at Jillian’s 5:30 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. This event is 18+. Strike Out Hunger Bowl-a-thonLucky Strike Lanes / Jillian’s Boston, MA, .
Boston Turkish Festival: ‘Colors of Anatolia’
A month long festival to celebrate the beauty of the Turkish culture. This years theme, ‘Colors of Anatolia’ embodies the diversity and richness of the Turkish culture. There will be something for everyone – art exhibits, musical performances, film screenings and more! Boston Turkish Festival: 'Colors of Anatolia'Various Places Boston, MA, –.
Empires at War: The French and Indian War
This event commemorates the 250th anniversary of the end of the French and Indian War. History experts would love this event. Empires at War: The French and Indian War Falmouth, MA, .
Mens’ Weekend in Provincetown
A full weekend filled with fun events for gay men. Also has great discounts at local eateries and health screenings. Mens' Weekend in Provincetown Provincetown, MA, –.
Lighting of the Pilgrim Monument
Celebrate the Pilgrims’ first landing in the New World with this unique lighting ceremony. This event also celebrates Provincetown fishing heritage. 5-7pm at the Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum(PMPM). Lighting of the Pilgrim MonumentPilgrim Monument 1 High Pole Hill Rd Provincetown, MA, .
Fall Family Night Hikes
I bet nature walks at night must be really cool. I also bet that I would trip on something and fall flat on my face. If a night walk piques your sense of adventure, check this out! Fall Family Night HikesNRT’s Sheep Pasture, 307 Main Street, North Easton, MA, –.
Free First Wednesdays at DeCordova Sculpture Museum
There are not enough sculpture museums out there. Make sure you check this one out on Wednesdays when admission is free from 10am to 4pm. Free First Wednesdays at DeCordova Sculpture Museum Lincoln, MA, .
Captain Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. Awards Dinner
6pm The mission of this event is to honor Frank J. Williams, (Retired) Chief Justice of The Rhode Island Supreme Court. He sounds like he would have a lot of great stories to tell. As would all of the members of the Civil War Round table. Also pretty cool that this is the 13th oldest Civil War round table. Captain Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. Awards DinnerKen’s Steak House Framingham, MA, .
Veterans’ Day Flag Retirement
A ‘retirement’ means they burn flags, I think?!? It’s not as nice as a parade, but it’s outdoorsy and touching I’m sure. People with ratty old flags don’t dipose them into the trash. 8am. Veterans' Day Flag RetirementTown of Concord Concord, MA, .
Historic Thanksgiving
Make life long memories while learning the history behing Thanksgiving traidtions. Take home a new recipe to try with your family for this years Thanksgiving dinner. 1pm. Historic ThanksgivingRemick Country Doctor Museum & Farm Tamworth, NH, .
Sweetbay Swamp Quest Fest
OoooO! This is a clue-based treasure hunt that leads you all around swamp trails. Just the word swamp is sort of spooky, especially when the event takes place in ‘Ravenswood Park’. But hey. It’s in the daytime, 1-3pm. What are the chances that you’ll get lost and stuck out there at night? :). Sweetbay Swamp Quest FestRavenswood Park Gloucester, MA, .
Newport Restaurant Week
A Restaurant Week is a great opportunitiy to try new restaurants and maybe even get a new favorite. Just make sure you choose wisely, some places really lower the quality of their food and service. But I’m sure this one in Newport will have lots of fresh local fare to please even the most advanced palates. Newport Restaurant WeekVarious Places Newport, RI, –.
Tuesday Morning Birdwalks
Their motto is ‘Connecting People with Nature’ what a great message! These Tuesday morning bird walks are a great way to connect with nature and also your neighbors! 8am. Tuesday Morning Birdwalks Charlestown, RI, –.
Owls of New England
Creatures of the night! Find out what is fact or fiction when it comes to owls. Also meet some live owls and test out your newly learned owl call! 6:30pm. Owls of New EnglandPowder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI, .
First Wednesday Night Westerly Arts Stroll
Grab a map at the gallery and then head on your way through town visiting different galleries. Opening reception Nov. 6, 5 – 8 p.m. Annual Holiday Show of small art at gift prices. First Wednesday Night Westerly Arts StrollThe Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly Westerly, RI, .
Life, Language and the Pursuit of Happiness: Ernest Hemingway Alive!
If you like Ernest Hemingway, here’s your big chance to see a true historian do a live re-enactment where you can ‘meet’ him! 2pm. Life, Language and the Pursuit of Happiness: Ernest Hemingway Alive!North Kingstown Free Library North Kingstown, RI, .
Fall Restaurant Week
A real event or a marketing gimmick? Well, it’s a gimmick. But it means us bohemians can afford the finest eats. Fall Restaurant WeekVarious Places Salem, MA, –.
Fight for Air Climb: Climb Springfield
Often called a ‘vertical road race’ this event has you racing up hundreds of stairs – yikes! Sounds like a lot of work but keeping those who suffer from lung diseases and asthma will help motivate you to put one foot in front of the other. 8am. Fight for Air Climb: Climb SpringfieldMonarch Place Plaza Springfield, MA, .
Jurassic Roadshow: Rock, Gem & Mineral Show
Some pretty sweet fossil displays. The experts will be on hand to answer any questions you might have. Jurassic Roadshow: Rock, Gem & Mineral ShowGreenfield Community College Greenfield, MA, .
Performance
Review: Miss Saigon
Can a soldier in the Vietnam War fall in love with an asian local? Click for our review of the famous musical (to come November 8)! Review: Miss SaigonNorth Shore Music Theatre Beverly, MA, –.
Review: The Hobbit at Wheelock Family Theatre
We can all learn something from Bilbo Baggins sense of adventure. Fall in love with this classic story all over again at the Wheelock Family Theater. 10/25 to 11/24. Review: The Hobbit at Wheelock Family TheatreWheelock Family Theatre Boston, MA, –.
Emilie: La Marquise Du Chtelet Defends Her Life Tonight
WAM Theater in Pittsfield will be performing Emilie: La Marquise Du Chatelet Defends Her Life Tonight by Lauren Gunderson. A play that is described as fiercely inquisitive and joyfully sexy’ sounds like a fun date night or maybe even a girls night out event! What’s also great about WAM is that they will be having an ASL show and also donates a portion of proceeds to an organization that benefits women and girls. Emilie: La Marquise Du Chtelet Defends Her Life TonightSydelle and Lee Blatt Performing Arts Center Pittsfield, MA, –.
Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
The Stoneham Theater gives there twist on this eerie classic of Jekyll and Hyde. This production is described as ‘a smart, tense, and suspenseful new take.’. Dr. Jekyll & Mr. HydeStoneham Theatre Stoneham, MA, –.
Waiting for Godot Plays at Emerson/Paramount Center
Emerson is known for putting on great productions. Waiting for Godot with Samuel Beckett shouldn’t be any different. Waiting for Godot Plays at Emerson/Paramount CenterEmerson/Paramount Center, 559 Washington St., Boston, MA, –.
Someone to Watch Over Me
The director hopes to show that the ultimate triumph of the human spirit in face of the adversity is timeless. You’ll have to find out for yourself at the show! Someone to Watch Over MeStanford Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts. 527 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, –.
‘The Normal Heart’ by Larry Kramer
This political thriller occurs during the AIDS crisis in NY. Sounds interesting but potentially sad. 'The Normal Heart' by Larry KramerThe Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Black Box Theater Boston, MA, –.
MassArt Festival of New Plays
These plays performed at MassArt range in length from 5 minutes to 25 minutes, and in styles from naturalistic to surreal, from gothic to comic.With play options including psychodrama, perfromance poems, comedy, tragedy, and more, there is a genre for everyone. MassArt Festival of New PlaysMassachusetts College of Art and Design: Tower Auditorium, 621 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA, .
Boston Hassle
5th Annual Boston Hassle Fest seems to have a huge lineup of local ‘underground’ bands mostly from MA but also NYand some from other parts of the country. It’s great to support local bands, you never know who is going to be the next big thing. That being said, don’t go there expecting a Rolling Stones show, because you’ll be slightly dissapointed. Boston HassleCambridge Elks Lodge Cambridge, MA, –.
Outlaw Jean by MJ Kaufman
The story behind a dangerous outlaw. Who might not turn out to be so dangerous after she returns home to face her past. Outlaw Jean by MJ KaufmanThe Factory Theatre Boston, MA, –.
Boston Comedy Festival
The Boston Comedy Festival was SO much fun the year I went. Highly recommended! The really big deal is finals night, the last night of the week. Boston Comedy FestivalVarious downtown venues Boston, MA, –.
Beethoven’s 9th Symphony
2pm Mayor Menino hosts this event that celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Boston Baroque with a performance of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. Beethoven's 9th SymphonyStrand Theatre Dorchester, MA, .
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ by William Shakespeare
An odd time of year to be performing this play. Seeing as how it’s November and not July… But who knows, maybe it’ll be the best A Midsummer Nights Dream you’ve ever seen performed! 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William ShakespeareOld Goshen Town Hall Goshen, CT, –.
Mrs. Mannerly
Merrimack Repertory Theatre’s 35th season continues with Mrs. Mannerly by Jeffrey Hatcher, a tart and charming comedy that runs October 24 – November 17. Mrs. MannerlyNancy L. Donahue Theatre Lowell, MA, –.
Travel
Mystic Restaurant Week
A real event or a marketing gimmick? Well, it’s a gimmick. But it means us bohemians can afford the finest eats. Mystic Restaurant WeekGreater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Mystic, CT, –.
Gobble-Con
This is what, exactly? It’s a Japanese anime fesival with an emphasis on steampunk culture. Because they LOVE Thanksgiving in Japan. 2012. Gobble-ConSheraton Hotel Stamford, CT, –.
Apple Harvest Festival
Apples! Apples! Come get your fresh apples! Pick your own to bring home. 9am-5:30pm. Apple Harvest FestivalEllsworth Hill Orchard & Berry Farm Sharon, CT, –.
NHRHTA Reunion Weekend Train Show
Since I grew up playing with spaceship toys like Star Wars, I sort of don’t get it. But there will be a lot of excitement no doubt at this show. 9am-3pm. NHRHTA Reunion Weekend Train ShowSheraton Stamford Hotel 700 East Main Street Stamford, CT, .
Mystic Seaport to Celebrate Charles W. Morgan Day
Free admission to The Museum of American and the Sea. You can also see the progress made on the restoration of the ship – The Morgan. There will be talks and you can also take a tour of the ship. Mystic Seaport to Celebrate Charles W. Morgan DayMystic Seaport Museum Mystic, CT, .
Veterans Day Fly
Kites of all shapes and sizes will be at this event. Bring your own or just show up and watch. Hopefully it’ll be a blustery day. Veterans Day FlyHammonasset State Park Madison, CT, .
Bar Harbor Bed Races
Please let this be beds on wheels with people rolling them around in a big race. Oh, wait — it is! And there’s a pajama parade. 6-9am. Bar Harbor Bed Races Trenton, ME, .
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Abraham Lincoln and Sarah Josepha Hale
Here’s another Lincoln event. This one also includes a re-enactment of Sarah Josepha Hale, the old-timey author who wrote ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’ and helped Thanksgiving become enshrined as a real, official American holiday. (Previously, it was known as ‘We Killed a Bunch of Indians Day’.). Celebrate Thanksgiving with Abraham Lincoln and Sarah Josepha HaleDeerfield Community Church, 15 Church Street, Deerfield, NH, .
Wagon Ride Weekends at Billings Farm & Museum
This event is probably best for kids and true animal lovers. Enjoy the beautiful fall weather with a wagon ride before its too cold. There’s also an operating dairy farm and farm life exhibit so be sure to check those out too! Wagon Ride Weekends at Billings Farm & MuseumBillings Farm and Museum Woodstock, VT, –.
Carnage Con / DipCon
I love the board game Diplomacy, and the North American Diplomacy championships are happening at this roleplaying and board gaming convention in Vermont. Carnage Con / DipConKillington Grand Resort Hotel Killington, VT, –.
Vermont and the Civil War
Vermont author and Civil War historian Howard Coffin addresses the Vermont contribution to the Civil War. Vermont and the Civil WarEastView at Middlebury Community Room Middlebury, VT, .