Worcester Magazine Summer Guide 2014

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Summer Guide 2014 is a Special Supplement of

Kirk A. Davis President Kathleen Real Publisher x331 Brittany Durgin Editor x321 Steven King Photographer x323 Walter Bird Jr. Senior Writer x322 Jacleen Charbonneau, Jonnie Coutu, Brian Goslow, Mätthew Griffin, Janice Harvey, Lynne Hedvig, Jim Keogh, Laurance Levey, Josh Lyford, Doreen Manning, Taylor Nunez, Jim Perry, Matt Robert, Jeremy Shulkin, Barbara Taormina, Al Vuona Contributing Writers Katie Benoit, Chelsey Pan, Corlyn Voorhees Editorial Interns Don Cloutier Director of Creative Services x141 Kimberly Vasseur Creative Director/Assistant Director of Creative Services x142 Bess Couture, Becky Gill, Stephanie Mallard Creative Services Department Helen Linnehan Ad Director x333 Rick McGrail x334, Theresa S. Carrington x335, Media Consultants Amy O’Brien Media Coordinator x332 Carrie Arsenault Classified Manager x560

Table of Contents In the Spotlight: Theater listings ................................................................................... 4 Outdoor Dining & Drinks ................................................................................................ 6 When the weather outside is frightful: Rainy-day activities ................................ 12 Get Outside Recreational Areas ................................................................................................... 14 Dog-friendly trails and parks .................................................................................. 16 Bike Paths .................................................................................................................. 17 Campgrounds ............................................................................................................ 21 Beach Map ..................................................................................................................... 22 Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt .................................................................................... 29 Buy fresh, buy local: Summer Farmers’ Markets ................................................... 30 Summer Movies ............................................................................................................. 33 The silver screen under the night’s sky: Drive-ins ................................................. 34 Arts ................................................................................................................................... 36 Grab-and-go barbecue goods .................................................................................. 38 Road Races .................................................................................................................... 40 Public Golf Courses ..................................................................................................... 42 Fairs and Festivals ........................................................................................................ 43 Sounds of Summer ....................................................................................................... 44 A Special Supplement of

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In the Spotlight CHELSEY PAN From plays for and performed by children, to a one-man play and a story of office dynamics, this summer’s theater performances bring to life characters and life’s complexities.

employees by the end of the day, the office turns to cutthroat chaos as they engage in competitive brown-nosing and undermining each other through lies and various hijinks. As the day wears on, will the boss ultimately award the coveted promotion to the most deserving cubicle-dweller, or to someone who adheres to the mantra of “all play and no work”? Tickets are $18 for regular admission, $15 for students and seniors.

“Rumpelstiltskin” Saturdays and Sundays throughout June at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Drawbridge Puppet Theater, 1335 Massachusetts Ave., Lunenburg drawbridgepuppets.com

“The Wiz” July 15-19 at 7:30 p.m.

Calliope Productions, 150 Main St., Boylston calliopeproductions.org

This children’s fairytale is retold using marionettes! Tickets are $6.

The classic “Wizard of Oz” receives a modernized makeover as 21st century Dorothy adventures in the Land of Oz against the backdrop of a variety of contemporary music. Tickets are $18 for regular admission, $15 for students and seniors.

“I Remember Mama” June 6-29 Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.

(Special performance on June 28 at 2 p.m.)

Stage Loft Theater, 450A Main St., Sturbridge stageloft.com Richard Rogers’ final musical recounts the tale of a Norwegian immigrant family living in San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century. It is told through the Hansens’ eldest daughter, Katrin, as she attempts to become a renowned author by selling her story – this one. As the Hansens experience hardships and triumphs, the family is anchored by Mama’s steady heart. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for seniors (65-plus) and $8 for youth (12 and under).

“Charlotte’s Web” June 26-28 at 7:30 p.m.; June 29 at 2 p.m.

Barre Players Theater, 64 Common St., Barre barreplayers.homestead.com Adapted from the classic children’s novel by E.B. White, this play tells the story of Wilbur, a young farm pig desperately trying to avoid the butcher who befriends a brilliant spider named Charlotte as they conspire to change Wilbur’s fate. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $7 for children 12 and under via online reservation.

“Kiss the Bride” July 11-August 3 Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.

Stage Loft Theater, 540A Main St., Sturbridge stageloft.com A groom’s plans to eliminate his wealthy wife go awry when his hired assassins kidnap the wrong bride. To make matters worse, the groom mistakes a shy bystander for his hired hit man and sends him up to the wedding suite, leaving the kidnapped bride to make things right in this farcical comedy. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for seniors (65-plus) and $8 for youth (12 and under).

“All Play and No Work” July 12-14, 20-21 at 7:30 p.m.

Calliope Productions, 150 Main St., Boylston calliopeproductions.org

“Estro-Gin & Tonic” July 17 at 7 p.m. with a pre-show reception at 6 p.m.

Holy Name CC Jr/Sr High School, 144 Granite St., Worcester vanillaboxproductions.com A hysterical musical in the Zecco-theatrical style. A blend of comedy and dramatic storytelling, this is the story of middle-aged women and the courage to laugh at yourself. The play will have audience members pondering the dilemmas of growing older. For mature audiences, not just females. Tickets are $16 for adults, $12 for seniors and students.

Downstage Camp presentation July 18 at 11:30 a.m.

Holy Name CC Jr/Sr High School, 144 Granite St., Worcester vanillaboxproductions.com

A story of hard work, being in the right place at the right time, talent and love. The play is a celebration of Broadway and the people involved in shows, focusing on aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer and her journey. Musical hits include “You’re Getting to Be a Habit with Me,” “We’re In the Money,” “Forty-Second Street” and more. Tickets are $16 for adults and $12 for seniors and students.

“Blood Money” August 8-31 Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.

Stage Loft Theater, 450A Main St., Sturbridge stageloft.com The chaotic coupling of Mike and Liz come to a head when serial cheater Mike hatches a plan to do away with the excessively drinking Liz. All the while, this couple harbors a dark secret involving a car, a girl, and a very bad decision, and soon the Berkshire-based couple discovers that nothing remains secret forever. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for seniors (aged 65-plus), and $8 for youth (12 and younger).

“Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” August 15-16, 22-23 at 7:30 p.m.;17 and 24 at 2 p.m.

Barre Players Theater, 64 Common St., Barre barreplayers.homestead.com

Presentation of songs and dance by performers ages 5-9 years old.

Based on the 1992 Disney film “Aladdin,” this musical follows the eponymous character, a penniless young man whose life changes when he finds a genie in a lamp capable of granting him three wishes.

After meeting with the sheltered princess Jasmine in his fake persona as “Prince Ali,” Aladdin begins to fall for someone largely outside his caste in this musical adventure. Ticket prices TBA.

“Bye Bye Birdie,” young performers edition July 24 at 6 p.m.; July 25 at 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Holy Name CC Jr/Sr High School, 144 Granite St., Worcester vanillaboxproductions.com

“Shrek: The Musical” August 15-17 Gateway Players Theater, Inc., 111 Main St., Southbridge gatewayplayers.org

The musical “Bye Bye Birdie” tells the story of a rock and roll singer who is about to be inducted into the army. Conrad Birdie, the singer, is an Elvis Presley type with a pompadour and thick sideburns. His agent, Albert Peterson, is a mild-mannered young man. Albert’s faithful secretary, Rose Alvarez, keeps him and Birdie moving forward in the world and concocts one final national publicity plan before Conrad’s induction. Tickets are $8.

Based on the hit animated movie of the same name, this musical brings to life beloved characters such as Donkey, Farquaad, the eponymous ogre, and even the dragon to tell a story of love, acceptance and bravery in this fun family musical. For tickets, call 508-764-4531.

“Footloose” July 25 at 7 p.m.; July 26 at 2 and 7 p.m.; August 15 at 7 p.m.; August 16 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

The Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester thehanovertheatre.org Students of the Youth Summer Program will perform the popular movie musical “Footloose.”

After the boss announces that he will be promoting one of his

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“42nd Street” August 7-9, 14-16 at 7 p.m.

Holy Name CC Jr/Sr High School, 144 Granite St., Worcester vanillaboxproductions.com

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“Liberace” August 22-23 at 7 p.m. with a pre-show reception at 6 p.m.

Holy Name CC Jr/Sr High School, 144 Granite St., Worcester vanillaboxproductions.com In this one-man show, John Leslie portrays Mr. Showmanship, complete with a narrative of Lee’s life and career, piano music and costumes. (There is some mild adult language.)

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Outdoor Dining & Drinks AUBURN Ronnie’s 871 Southbridge St. Fried seafood and ice cream. Outdoor seating.

Wong Dynasty 176 Reservoir St. 508-829-2188, wongdynasty-yankeegrill.com Chinese food and creative cocktails.

JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill 380 SW Cutoff 508-842-8420, jbag.biz Traditional American cuisine. Full bar. Live music on select nights.

The Clam Box 916 Southbridge St. 508-721-2526 (CLAM), clamboxonline.com All you can eat fish and chowder every Friday. Outdoor seating.

LEICESTER Castle Restaurant 1230 Main St. 508-892-8000, castlerestaurant.com High-class American-Nouveau restaurant.

Romaine’s 299 West Main St. 508-393-8889, romainesrestaurant.com American Bistro with 40-seat bar with area’s best mixologist.

CHARLTON Dresser Hill’s Clam Box 290 Dresser Hill Rd. 508-248-7870, clamboxonline.com Seafood and ice cream. Outdoor seating.

Zorba’s Taverna Restaurant and Bar 132 Sturbridge Rd. 508-248-0411, zorbaspizzeriatavern.com Greek cuisine with signature entrees and desserts. Outdoor patio.

DUDLEY Eighty Ates Bar & Grille 8 Airport Rd. 508-949-8888, eightyates.com Serving dinner nightly and lunch Fri-Sun. Full bar.

FITCHBURG Dickies Grillin’ 34 Bemis Rd. 978-343-3566, dickiesgrillin.com Take-out/drive-thru restaurant with delivery.

Godfrey’s Grille & Pizzeria 371 Lunenburg St. 978-627-4333, 978-424-4334, Godfreysgrille.com Pizzeria and Italian cuisine. BYOB and outdoor dining available.

GRAFTON Grafton Inn Restaurant 25 Central Sq. 508-839-5931, grafton-inn.com Restaurant located within the historic Grafton Inn. Post Office Pub Route 140 and Ray Street, North Grafton 508-839-6106, postofficepub.com Commitment to serving quality, fresh food, warm hospitality and friendly service. Outdoor Green Parrot tiki bar.

HOLDEN Flip Flops 680 Main St. 508-829-3008, flipflopsma.com Eclectic mix of traditional American-Italian and southern-style entrees, including vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Val’s Restaurant & Lounge 75 Reservoir St. 508-829-0900, valsrestaurant.com Traditional American fare with seafood specialties and full bar.

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LEOMINSTER Cornerstones Restaurant & Lounge 616 Central St. 978-537-1991, cornerstonesleominster.com Soup, salad, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, pasta, beef, chicken, pork dishes, pizza, dessert and a full bar.

Happy Jack’s 785 North Main St. 978-466-3433, happyjacksrestaurant.com Flavors of the Southwest and Gulf Coast. Gluten-free options.

Rye and Thyme 14 Monument Sq. 978-534-5900, ryeandthyme.com Raw bar with fresh shellfish, wood-fired pizzas, steaks, seafood, chops and burgers. A full bar with a focus on whiskey.

The GazBar 1045 Central St. 978-534-6600, thegazbar.com Sports bars and grill with outdoor seating available.

The Luxury Box 899 Central St. 978-537-7775, theluxerybox.com Homemade food, specialty cocktails. Serving lunch and dinner.

MILLBURY A&D Pizza 60 Elm St. 508-865-9013, adpizzapub.com Pizzeria and pub with a full menu and bar.

Calabria Restaurant 7 S. Main St. 508-581-9700, calabriamillbury.com Southern Italian cuisine and extensive wine list.

Qdoba Mexican Grille 70 Worcester- Providence Dr. at the Shoppes at Blackstone Valley 508-865-0500, qdoba.com Mexican cuisine with outside dining.

NORTHBOROUGH Guiseppe’s Grille 35 Solomon Pond Rd. 508-343-4405, guiseppes-grille.com Venetian, Sicilian and Tuscan specialties. Outdoor seating.

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SHREWSBURY Black Diamond Coffee 307 Grafton St. 508-842-3709, blackdiamondcoffee.biz Coffee shop with free Wi-Fi and baked goods.

Buca Di Beppo 7 Boston Tnpk.

508-792-1737, bucadibeppo.com Authentic Italian lunch and dinner with a waterfront patio.

Chipotle Mexican Grill 97 Boston Tpk. (Rt. 9) 508-752-1726, chipotle.com Fast-food Mexican with tables and chairs on an outdoor patio.

Five Guys Burgers and Fries 7 Boston Tnpk. (Rt. 9) 508-425-3185, fiveguys.com Chain family restaurant with burgers, hot dogs and fries.

Lakeside Bar & Grille 97 Boston Tpk. (Rt. 9) 508-425-2543, lakesidebar-grille.com Full menu and bar with outdoor patio seating with roof.

Panera Bread 50 Boston Tpk. (Rt. 9) 508-798-9949, panera.com Several tables and chairs outside, at the front entrance.

Williker’s Tex-Mex & BBQ 896 Hartford Tpk. (Rt.20) 508-842-1352, willikersbbq.com Tex-Mex and barbecue cuisine and full bar with an outdoor patio.

OXFORD J. Anthony’s Italian Grill 206 Southbridge Rd. 508-832-9705, janthonysgrill.com Classic Italian cooking. Outdoor patio with couches and fire pit.

STERLING Chocksett Inn Restaurant 59 Laurelwood Rd. 978-422-3355, chocksettinn.com Casual dining in a pub dining room, fireside dining.

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The Farmstore and Bakery Meadowbrook Orchards 209 Chance Hill Rd. 978-365-7617, meadowbrookorchards.com Bakery serving fresh baked goods, take home meals and lunch.

STURBRIDGE Avellino 502 Main St. 508-347-2321, avalinorestaurant.com Italian cuisine with patio dining, open for dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

Cedar Street Grille 12 Cedar St. 508-347-5800, cedarstreetgrille.com American bistro with a full bar and casual atmosphere.

UPTON Red Rock Grill and Bar 66 W. Main St. 508-529-0500, redrockgrillandbar.com Serving fresh comfort food and a full bar with microbrews.

WEST BOYLSTON Cheoy Lee’s 245 Sterling St. 508-835-3663, cheoyleeswestboylston.com Moderately-priced Chinese cuisine featuring a lunch buffet.

The Mill Restaurant 185 W. Boylston St. 774-261-8585, themill185.com Full menu and bar. Karaoke on Wed., live music Thur.-Sat. WESTMINSTER Black Diamond II Restaurant Wachusett Village Inn, 9 Village Inn Rd. 978-571-2516, wachusettvillageinn.com New England pub-style fare and atmosphere.

WORCESTER Armsby Abbey 144 Main St. 508-795-1012, armsbyabbey.com Artisan food that ranges from cheese slates to sandwiches and brunch on select days. Craft beer offered as well.

WEBSTER Point Breeze 114 Point Breeze Rd. 508-943-0404, pointbreezeonwebsterlake.com Serving New England seafood, steaks and poultry.

Bahnan’s Bakery 344 Pleasant St. 508-796-5365, bahnans.com Family-owned international marketplace with a cafe.

Waterfront Mary’s 103 Birch Island Rd. 508-943-2222 Traditional American cuisine with seafood options.

The Banner Bar & Grill 112 Green St. 508-755-0879, thebannerbar.com Sports bar serving pub food and a full bar.

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Blackstone Tap 81 Water St. 508-797-4827, blackstonetap.com Full bar with several tables on the outside of the building.

Brew City Grill and Brew House 104 Shrewsbury St. 508-752-3862, brew-city.com Award winning selection of beer. Outdoor seating.

Caffe Espresso Trattoria 395 Chandler St., Worcester 508-767-1818, ctrattoria.com A fine dining Italian restaurant that offers BYOB. Canal Bar and Grille 65 Water St. 508-926-8353, canalbarandgrille.com A full menu, Gumbo favorites and gluten-free options.

Ceres Bistro 363 Plantation St. 508-754-2000, ceresbistro.com Steakhouse and American dining located inside the Beechwood Hotel. Business lunch and romantic dining scene with a large patio.

Chioda’s Trattoria 631 Franklin St. 508-459-6035, chiodastrattoria.com Offers lunch buffet, Italian food and wine. Good for all ages. continued on page 10

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Corner Grille 806 Pleasant St. 508-754-8884, cornergrille.com Grilled pizza, Italian and American food with bottled drinks.

Dive Bar 34 Green St. 508-752-5802, thedivebarworcester.com Bar serving craft beer with live entertainment on select nights.

El Basha 424 Belmont St. 508-797-0884, elbasharestaurant.com Middle Eastern dining with outdoor dining near Lake Quinsigamond.

Espress Yourself Coffee 2 Richmond Ave. 508-755-3300 Coffee shop with bakery items. Outdoor seating available.

Grill on the Hill Green Hill Golf Course 1929 Skyline Dr. 508-854-1704, grillonthehill.net The restaurant is open for the season, seven days a week, serving lunch and dinner with deck seating available.

Nick’s Bar 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030, nicksworcester.com Food menu and full bar. Live music entertainment on select nights.

Ground Floor at Loft 266 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177, loft266.com Full menu serving contemporary food and a full bar.

NU Cafe 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800, nucafe.com Cafe serving coffee, smoothies, as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner.

In-House Coffee 225 Shrewsbury St. 508-363-1212, inhousecoffee.com Coffee and tea beverages and fresh bakery items.

La Scala Restaurant 183 Shrewsbury St. 508-753-9912, lascalashrewsburystreet.com Romantic, authentic Italian restaurant with moderately-priced menu and a kid’s menu.

Flying Rhino Cafe & Watering Hole 278 Shrewsbury St. 508-757-1450, flyingrhinocafe.com American food with a large selection of beer and wine.

Funky Murphy’s 305 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-753-2995, funkyandjosemurphys.com Irish pub-style bar and grille with music seven nights a week.

Mezé Greek Tapas Bar & Grill 156 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-926-8115, mezegreektapas.com Greek cuisine, featuring tapas and more. Outdoor seating available.

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Perfect Game 64 Water St. 508-792-4263, perfectgame.com Sports bar with a food menu and full bar.

OPEN for the Season

TUESDAYS: KIDS UNDER 10 EAT FREE! with purchase of adult entrée limited to two children/adult

Serving Breakfast

Saturday 8am-11am; Sunday 10-Noon

WEDNESDAYS: ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SPECIALS Call for Daily Specials

FRIDAYS: LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO

Nuovo 92 Shrewsbury St. 508-796-5915, nuovoworcester.com Italian and seafood cuisine, full-service bar, winery, TVs, affordable apps and food menu. Live piano performances every weekend.

Pepe’s 274 Franklin St., Worcester 508-755-1978, pepestrattoria.com Italian-style restaurant with brick oven pizza.

Mezcal 30 Major Taylor Blvd.

508-926-8308, mezcalcantina.com Niche Hospitality’s Mexican restaurant serving up house-made guacamole, burritos, tacos and other entrees and margaritas.

THURSDAYS: $5 BURGERS

Nancy Chang 372 Chandler St. 508-752-8899, nancychang.com Chinese food offering healthy, vegan and gluten-free options.

Come have a great meal on the lake with Mimosas and Bloody Marys

Booking Functions & Bereavements upstairs overlooking the water.

“A restaurant is only as good as its staff and customers.

Thank you for all your support, please keep it coming....!”

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Webster Lake 274 Franklin St., Worcester

(Next to Worcester Fire Dept.)

508-755-1978

Hours: Tues-Thurs 11am-11pm • Fri 11am-1am Sat 2pm-1am • Closed Sun & Mon 10

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103 Birch Island Rd., Webster, Ma 01570 508-943-2222

Piccolo’s Italian Restaurant 157 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-754-1057, piccolos157.com Italian-style cuisine with outdoor seating available.

The Fix 166 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 774-823-3327, facebook.com/thefixburgerbar Homemade burgers, shakes, beer and cocktails.

Worcester Art Museum Cafe 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406, worcesterart.org Art Museum with indoor and outdoor cafe.

Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543, ralphsrockdiner.com Two-floor bar and music venue with diner serving burgers and chili.

The Greyhound Pub 139 Water St. 508-754-6100, thegreyhoundworcester.com Irish bar serving lunch and dinner Tuesday-Saturday with late-night food from 11 p.m.-1 a.m. Several tables and chairs outside.

VIA Italian Table 89 Shrewsbury St. 508-754-4842, viaitaliantable.com Fine Italian cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list.

Smokestack Urban Barbecue 139 Green St. 508-363-1111, bbqstack.com Dinner, dessert and a full bar served on an outdoor patio.

Tatnuck Grille 638 Chandler St., Worcester 508-792-0000, tatnuckgrille.com Serving appetizers, entrees, desserts and drinks from a full bar.

The Center Bar & Grill 102 Green St. 508-438-0597, thecenterbar.com Sports bar serving burgers, pizza and more, and a full bar.

The Citizen Wine Bar 120 Commercial St. 508-459-9090, thecitizenwinebar.com Extensive wine list. Serves artisan cheese, chocolate and paninis.

Come Discover...

The People’s Kitchen 1 Exchange Place 508-459-9090, thecitizenwinebar.com/thepeoples-kitchen.php Traditional American with original dishes and extensive wine list.

Vincent’s 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439, facebook.com/vincentsbar Bar serving meatball sandwiches, cheese plates and several other dishes with outdoor seating area, including space under a roof.

Theatre Cafe 529 Main St. 508-799-7190, tatnuckgrille.com American cafe located in the city’s theatre district.

Vintage Grille 346 Shrewsbury St. 508-752-0558 Traditional American grill with full bar and kid’s lunch menu.

Tweed’s Pub 231 Grove St. 508-755-8047, tweedspub.com Traditional pub fare with a full bar and patio dining available.

Volturno Pizza 72 Shrewsbury St. 508-756-8658, volturnopizza.com Napoleon-style pizza and other Italian dishes.

West Side Steak & BBQ 2 Richmond Ave. 508-756-6328, facebook.com/WestSideBBQ Steakhouse and American barbecue with free Wi-Fi.

Zorba’s Taverna Restaurant and Bar 97 Stafford St. 508-796-5828, zorbaspizzeriatavern Greek cuisine with signature entrees and desserts. New breakfast menu offered Sundays, from 8:30-12. Outdoor patio.

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On The Common Restaurant

OUTDOOR DINING EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY

The Patio is Now Open!

Lunch & Dinner - Grafton’s Best Food Served Al Fresco!

The Ken Rapp Band • June 21 • 9pm Trivia Every Tuesday • 8pm • Cash Prizes Acoustic Every Thursday • 8:30pm Best Prime Rib Around - Fridays and Saturdays 25 Grafton Common, Grafton

www.thegraftoninn.com

508-839-5931

FLYING RHINO CAFE

278 SHREWSBURY ST., WORCESTER

Tu-Th 11:30-9 Fri & Sat 11:30-10 Sundays noon-8 Closed on Mondays •

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When the weather outside is frightful As New Englanders, we know the weather is not always in our favor for outdoor fun.

Luckily, Central Massachusetts offers a variety of activities this summer when the weather outside is dark and dreary.

with 12 galleries of American and European paintings, prints, sculptures and decorative arts, as well as Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Asian and pre-Colombian African antiquities. The Museum hosts changing exhibitions in a three-building complex with tours, lectures, classes and private functions.

Elm Draught House 35 Elm St., Millbury 508-865-2850 A popular second-run theatre that hosts movies, comedy events, broadcasted sporting events such as Patriots and select Red Sox games, and more throughout the summer. Movie tickets are only $5, and admission is free to watch select sporting events.

Concession stand features some of the area’s best popcorn, with many items available for pick-up.

Worcester Art Museum 55 Salisbury St., Worcester 508-799-4406 The Worcester Art Museum is home to more than 35,000 words of art, representing culture from around the world. Be sure not to miss the “Knights!” exhibition, recently installed with items from the former Higgins Armory collection. The museum frequently hosts classes, events and other activities, a schedule for which can be found at worcesterart.org.

The Strand Theater 58 High St., Clinton, 978-365-5551 The Strand Theatre is a Clinton landmark and one of Central Massachusetts’ best kept secrets. The Strand Theatre is one of the oldest existing movie theatres offering a unique twist in movie entertainment.

Whitin Community Center 60 Main St., Whitinsville 508-234-8184 A nonprofit organization offering social, recreational, educational and outreach programs that bring community members of all ages, fitness levels and backgrounds together. A recreation center features two indoor swimming pools, a gymnasium, a fitness center, aerobics studio, racquetball, tennis courts, saunas, early learning centers, youth summer camps and a 7–acre park.

Facilities are available to rent for events, meetings and parties.

Fitchburg Art Museum 25 Merriam Pkwy., Fitchburg 978-345-4207 This family-friendly museum is the area’s oldest cultural institution,

AMF Auburn Lanes 101 Southbridge St., Auburn 508-791-5700 This venue offers 50 lanes of bowling with kid and adult passes available for purchase this summer for a variety of games hosted by the alley. AMF has a grill menu, host party and corporate events, and a variety of leagues to join.

Tri-State Speedway 35 Chase Ave., Dudley 508-671-9030 A family-owned facility that gives patrons the chance to take on a large go-cart track, large arcade, mini golf, bumper cars, bowling and play place gymnasium. The venue features a sports pub-style café with pool, games on several big screen TVs and live music.

Rapscallion Brewery 195 Arnold Rd., Fiskdale 508-347-7500 Rapscallion welcomes guests to its brewery, located off the beaten path, just outside of downtown Sturbridge. A tap room offers tastings and pints of beer, as well as growlers to go. There are juice boxes for the little ones. Tables and benches are available for guests to make themselves comfortable and every so often a band will provide live music. The tap room is open Tuesday-Friday, from 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, from 12-9 p.m.; Sunday, from 12-8 p.m. and free brewery tours are given Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.

1929 Skyline Drive, Worcester 508-854-1704

Outdoor Dining served with

Stunning Views

Cool Breezes

Oysters • Steak • Chicken

65 Water St., Worcester 508-926-8353 Tues & Wed. 4pm - 11pm • Thurs. - Sat. 4pm - 2am 12

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Spectacular Sunsets

Open to the Public!

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Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park 287 Oak St., Uxbridge The Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park straddles the town line between Uxbridge and Northbridge and is operated in conjunction with the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor. The park offers walking and hiking paths, canoe access, fishing, picnic and grilling areas and the Rice City Pond, a stretch of the Blackstone River that is good for observing wildlife. Restrooms are available onsite. nps.gov/blac/index.htm Brimfield State Forest 86 Dearth Hill Rd., Brimfield The Brimfield State Forest offers over 20 miles of roads and trails that are used primarily for hiking, walking and horseback riding. Dean Pond Recreation Area, located in the western part of the forest, has a pavilion, public restrooms, a small beach and picnic areas. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/brimfieldstate-forest.html

walking trails, swimming, fishing, picnic areas, public programs and play equipment. Canoes and non-motorized boats are allowed on the pond. From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, fees are in effect: $5 per car, an annual pass is $35 for Massachusetts residents and $45 for out-of-state residents. For vehicles bearing a HP plate or placard or Disabled Veterans plate, as well as Massachusetts seniors who are at least 62 years old and have a Mass. Senior Citizen Pass from the DCR, admission is free if there is space available. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/dunnstate-park.html

Leominster State Forest Headquarters: 90 Fitchburg Rd., Westminster Beach and Contact Station: 1 Fitchburg Rd., Westminster Made up of about 4,500 acres of forest, Leominster State Forest spans the towns of Westminster, Princeton, Leominster, Fitchburg and Sterling. The park offers boating (non-motorized) and swimming in Crow Hill Pond with picnic tables, grills and a modern bathhouse, along with hiking and walking trails, mountain biking, rock climbing at Crow Hill Ledges and interpretive programs from

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grist and saw mills from 1747, including stone mill foundations, a restored sawmill and an abundance of flowers along the paths and waterfalls. Recreational opportunities include hiking and walking trails, fishing and canoeing, along with education, interpretation and visitor services. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/moorestate-park.html Purgatory Chasm State Reservation 198 Purgatory Rd., Sutton Purgatory Chasm runs for a quarter mile between granite walls as high as 70 feet. The unique rock formations offer hiking and easy rock climbing, as well as wooded trails beyond the rocks for walking. A playground is located by the visitors center and the parking lot, along with various picnic spots along the road and a pavilion with tables at the beginning of the chasm. Dogs must be leashed at all times. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/purgatorychasm-state-reservation.html Quinsigamond State Park 10 North Lake Ave., Worcester Quinsigamond State Park is made up of two sites located on Lake Quinsigamond: Regatta Point and Lake Park. Consisting of 25 acres, Regatta Point offers facilities for swimming, sailing, picnicking and fishing and is often used for sailing and rowing crew regattas. Lake Park offers a picnic area, swimming beach and tennis courts. Public restrooms and showers are also available. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/ quinsigamond-state-park.html Rutland State Park 2 Crawford Rd., Rutland With about 300 acres of state forest, Rutland State Park offers a variety of recreational activities including non-motorized boating and canoeing, fishing, hiking and walking trails, mountain biking, picnicking and swimming. At Whitehall Pond, there is a beach and a picnic area available. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/rutlandstate-park.html

Douglas State Forest 107 Wallum Lake Rd., Douglas Bordering Connecticut and Rhode Island, the Douglas State Forest offers 5,907 acres of forest. Visitors can swim, boat and fish on Wallum Lake, as well as hike and horseback ride on trails. Facilities include two pavilions, a boat ramp, a beach, picnic areas and public restrooms. Douglas State Forest includes the Midstate Trail, a longdistance hiking trail, and a 5-acre portion of the Atlantic White Ceder swampland that is accessible to the public via a boardwalk trail. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/douglasstate-forest.html

Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Midstate Trail, a 95-mile longdistance trail, passes through the western part of the park. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, parking fees are charged for the paved parking lots: $5 per car, an annual pass is $35 for Massachusetts residents and $45 for out-of-state residents. For vehicles bearing a HP plate or placard or Disabled Veterans plate, as well as Massachusetts seniors who are at least 62 years old and have a Mass. Senior Citizen Pass from the DCR, admission is free if there is space available. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/ leominster-state-forest.html

Dunn State Park 289 Pearl St., Gardner Dunn State Park, totaling 130 acres, contains a 20-acre pond,

Moore State Park 1 Sawmill Rd., Paxton Consisting of 400 acres of forest, the park contains the remnants of

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Spencer State Forest 51 Howe Rd., Spencer Spencer State Forest is a 965-acre forest with trails for horseback riding, walking and hiking. There are picnic facilities and opportunities for swimming, canoeing, fishing and picnicking on Howe Pond. Spencer State Forest is located near the Midstate Trail, a long-distance hiking trail that extends through Central Massachusetts. Restrooms are available. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/spencerstate-forest.html Streeter Point Recreation Area 6 Streeter Point Ave., Sturbridge Located along the 400-acre East Brimfield Reservoir, the Streeter Point Recreation Area offers a 100-car parking lot along with fishing, swimming and picnicking. Boating access is from ramps located on Route 20. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/streeterpoint-recreation-area.html continued on page 16

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Dog-friendly trails and parks STEVEN KING

CORLYN VOORHEES With the end of a long, cold winter, your four-legged best friend is definitely eager to get outside and enjoy the summer weather. There are several trails and parks in the Worcester area that are dogfriendly so you and your dog can get out and enjoy the scenery together. So grab a tennis ball and a leash and enjoy the great outdoors with these parks we found for you.

Henry E. Cowdrey Nature Center Corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Elmwood Road, Lunenburg With 300 acres of pet-friendly conservation land with beautiful hiking trails, there is plenty of room for your dog to romp around.

A river runs through the middle, allowing your dog to take a swim, and trails follow along it, providing beautiful views. The cost is free and it’s open during the daytime hours. The entrance is a little farther up Massachusetts Avenue from the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Elmwood Road.

Westville Dam Recreation Area Breakneck Road and Wallace Road, Sturbridge A 1.8-mile trail circles the lake, along with another trail that heads north along the river to the nearby school. Near the southern part of the lake, a picnic area with two picnic shelters is available.

Purgatory Chasm 198 Purgatory Rd., Sutton Running for a quarter of a mile between granite walls that rise as high at 70 feet, Purgatory Chasm offers a variety of trails, from trails with rocks to wooded trails alongside the top of the chasm to flatter trails just past the rocks. Dogs must be leashed at all times. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/purgatorychasm-state-reservation.html Southern New England Trunkline Trail 107 Wallum Lake Rd., Douglas RECREATIONAL AREAS continued from page 14

Upton State Forest 205 Westboro Rd., Upton The park, consisting of over 2,660 acres of forest, contains preserved remnants of the Civilian Conservation Corps’ Camp SP25.

Visitor parking and park information is located at the main trail head. Recreational activities offered include hiking, walking and horseback riding trails, along with mountain biking and picnicking. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/uptonstate-forest.html Wachusett Mountain State Reservation 345 Mountain Rd., Princeton The 3,000-acre reservation surrounds Mt. Wachusett, which peaks at about 2,006 feet. Wachusett Mountain State Reservation offers 17 miles of hiking and walking trails, including 3.9 miles of the Midstate Trail. Visitors can hike, bike, mountain bike, picnic

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The Southern New England Trunkline Trail runs approximately 22 miles from Douglas State Forest in Douglas to Franklin State Forest in Foxboro, passing through the towns of Douglas, Uxbridge, Millville, Blackstone, Bellingham and Franklin. It is one of 1,600 rail trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and is one of the longest trails in southern Massachusetts. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/southernnew-england-trunkline-trail.html Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park Trail 287 Oak St., Uxbridge Also one of 1,600 rail trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, the Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park or explore the trails. Restroom facilities are located at the visitor center, along with 28 parking spaces that are available on a firstcome, first-serve basis. There is a $2 fee to access parking along the summit road. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/wachusettmountain-state-reservation.html Wachusett Reservoir Find a map with parking locations at: mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/ water-res-protection/watershed-mgmt/dcr-public-access-maps. html#2 Wachusett Reservoir spans the towns of Boylston, Clinton, Holden, Hubbardston, Leominster, Princeton, Rutland, Sterling and West Boylston. Built between1897-1908, the 4,135-acre reservoir contains the drinking water supply. Direct water contact activities, such as swimming and wading are strictly prohibited, although there are opportunities for fishing, walking, biking, picnicking and hiking.

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Trail offers 1,000 acres of walking and hiking paths, along with picnic areas. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/ blackstone-river-and-canal-heritage-state-park.html Trout Brook Reservation 320 Manning St., Holden Consisting of 660 acres of conservation land, the Trout Brook Reservation offers many trails to walk or hike on with your dog.

It is popular for dog-walkers with about 8 miles of trails in the reservation. holdenma.gov/Pages/HoldenMA_Recreation/troutbrook

mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/wachusettreservoir.html Wells State Park 159 Walker Pond Rd., Sturbridge This 1,400-acre woodland park primarily offers camping and hiking, with around 60 sites to camp and over 10 miles of hiking trails. Walker Pond provides opportunities for fishing, canoeing and swimming as well, with a swimming beach strictly for campers’ use. During the summer, Wells State Park has an interpretive program that provides guided walks, hikes, recreational activities and evening campfire programs. There is a boat ramp for both motorized and non-motorized boats, along with horseback riding trails, mountain biking and public restrooms. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/wellsstate-park.html

Bike Paths CORLYN VOORHEES What better outdoor summer activity is there than hopping on your bike and going for a nice scenic ride? With the flowers in bloom, leaves back on the trees and the sun shining, Central Massachusetts offers a few scenic bike paths for a morning or afternoon ride. Bike paths are a win-win for everyone – easy for kids, gets you exercising in a not-so painful way and allows you to explore picturesque areas in and around town. Here are are few bike paths to get you going.

The Blackstone Valley Bike Path was originally planned as a 48-mile bikeway connecting Worcester, Massachusetts to Providence, Rhode Island. So far, about 2.5 miles of the bikeway has been completed in Millbury and Worcester. The trail starts on Main Street in Millbury, right off of the Route 146 exits near the Shoppes at Blackstone Valley. There is a small parking lot right at the start of the trail and another parking lot is located about halfway along the continued on page 18 BASKETBALL TRAMPOLINE • BUNGEE TRAMPOLINE • BIRTHDAY PARTIES

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The trail ends rather abruptly at the intersection of Tobias Boland Way and Blackstone River Road, where there is no parking. The bikeway consists of a paved, off-road trail that runs alongside the Blackstone River.

streets. In Gardner, parking is available at 372 Green St. at the north end of the trail and at the end of the trail at the Veterans Memorial Skating Rink (45 Veterans Dr.). Parking for the section from Winchendon into Gardner can be found near the intersection of Route 12 and

The North Central Pathway is a planned 16-mile bikeway through Gardner and Winchendon. While the entire trail will not be completed for at least another year, there are three sections of the trail that are finished.

These sections consist of a route in Winchendon, a route that crosses from Winchendon into Gardner and a route in Gardner, which offer about 5 miles of paved, off-road trails. There is also a 2.5 mile on-road section in Gardner that travels along Green, Kelton, Wheeler and Stone

Route 140 in Winchendon. Parking for the Winchendon section can be found at the Clark Memorial Community Center at 155 Central St.

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The Mass Central Rail Trail is a 104-mile project run by various groups to create a bike trail from Boston to Northampton.

The Wachusett Greenways, an allvolunteer nonprofit group, is creating a 30-mile section of the trail that will, upon completion, run from Sterling to Barre. So far, the trail is split into several parts. A section in Sterling starts at the old Sterling Cider Mill, where parking is available, and runs 4.7 miles to the Oakdale Trailhead off of Route 140; parking is also available at Gates Road.

Another section, from West Boylston to Holden, starts at the Quinapoxet River off of Route 140, with a parking lot available, and runs 8.2 miles to Princeton Street in Holden; parking is also available at River Street and Route 31 at Mill Street along the route. A final section of the route extends over 10 miles from Rutland to Barre, starting at Wachusett Street in Rutland to the White Valley Bridge in Barre; parking is available at Wachusett Street in Rutland, the Glenwood Road trail entrance in Rutland, Miles Road in Rutland, the White Valley Bridge in Barre and other locations along the route. For more information and directions, visit wachusettgreenways.org.

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Campgrounds CORLYN VOORHEES It’s that time of year again when you break out the tents and start up a fire to roast marshmallows and tell stories. With all of the beautiful wooded areas, rivers and lakes in Massachusetts, there are plenty of places for you to venture, whether it’s by yourself, with a few friends or with your family. Here are some campgrounds to help you enjoy the great outdoors this summer.

Old Holdbrook Place 114 Manchaug Rd., Sutton In season between Memorial Day and Labor Day Old Holdbrook Place, located on Manchaug Pond, is a small and quiet campground. Day picnics, row boat rentals and a boat ramp are available for a fee. Activities on the lake include fishing, swimming and boating. oldholbrookcamping.com Sutton Falls Camping Area 90 Manchaug Rd., Sutton In season from April 1-October 1 Located on Manchaug Pond, the Sutton Falls Camping Area includes swimming, fishing, picnic areas with fireplaces at each site, restrooms with coin-operated showers, a playground, camp store, laundry room, pavilion, game room, dump station, boat rentals and a propane-filling station. Ice and firewood are available (no outside firewood allowed) along with a variety of activities that can be found online. suttonfalls.com Highview Vacation Campground 58 John Gilbert Rd., West Brookfield In season from April 15-October 15 Highview Vacation Campground, located on Lake Wickaboag, has 156 camping sites with water and electric. Campers have access to restrooms and showers, as well as trails for hiking, walking and horseback riding. Picnic tables are located on each site, the pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and there is bingo every Saturday night, as well as free boat rides on the lake on weekdays. There are horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, softball, fire engine rides, hayrides and an assortment of planned activities. highviewcampground.net

Peaceful Acres Campground 52 Flagg Rd., Hubbardston In season from May 15-October 10 The campground features a heated indoor pool, a pond for fishing and hiking trails, along with a recreation hall with events such as steamship roasts, chicken barbecues, diner nights and breakfasts.

The recreation hall is available for rent and catering is available. peacefulacrescampground.com Pine Acres Family Camping Resort 203 Bechan Rd., Oakham In season from May 1-October 13 Amenities include cable TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, free hot showers, a laundromat, ATM, firewood, ice, LP gas, a bait shop, a dog park, an entertainment building, an open-air theater, a volleyball court, horseshoes, wiffleball field, children’s playscape, family video arcade and recreational hall, a tennis court, mini-golf, a basketball court, a gem mining shaft, a pool with kids’ splash zone and adult spa, a full-service café and rentals for paddle boats, canoes, rowboats, kayaks and peddle kart. Located on a lake, the campground offers lakeside sites, secluded tenting areas and lakeview cabin and RV rentals, along with opportunities for fishing, swimming, waters and waterskiing. There is a boat launching area for those with boats as well. pineacresresort.com Wells State Park 159 Walker Pond Rd., Sturbridge This 1,400-acre woodland park primarily offers camping and hiking, with around 60 sites to camp and over 10 miles of hiking trails. Walker Pond provides opportunities for fishing, canoeing and swimming as well, with a swimming beach strictly for campers’ use. During the summer, Wells State Park has an interpretive program that provides guided walks, hikes, recreational activities and evening campfire programs. mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-central/wells-state-park.html

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Pout and Trout Family Campground 94 River Rd., Rutland In season from mid-April to mid-October Camping sites range from rustic tent sites to full-use sites with water, electricity and sewage. Activities include Saturday children’s activities, live music, a DJ, karaoke, hayrides, bingo, cribbage and horseshoe tournaments, as well as a basketball court and pool available. facebook.com/pages/Pout-and-Trout-Family-Campground/255665577820047 The Old Sawmill Campground 75 Long Hill Rd., West Brookfield In season from Memorial Day-Labor Day The Old Sawmill Campground offers 99 sites for camping, including sites with water and electric hookups.

The campground offers tables and grills for barbecues/picnics, restrooms with showers, a dump, laundry facilities and firewood. The campground is pet friendly. There is also a pool and playground.

Sturbridge RV Resort 19 Mashapaug Rd., Sturbridge In season from April 1-October 31 The resort features 200 acres of forest with lakeside sites as well as cabins, park models, pull-through sites and slide-out sites. There is a convenience store, arcade/game room, laundry facilities, picnic area, playground, recreation hall and restroom/shower facilities, along with TV/satellite services and Internet access. Firewood is available for campers as well. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking and nature trails, mini golf and both indoor and outdoor swimming.

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BARNSTABLE Craigville Beach, Craigville Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

Kalmus Beach, 670 Ocean St., Hyannis. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

Sandy Neck Beach, Sand Neck Road, West Barnstable.

Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, camping, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. Off road vehicle permits available. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

Sea Street (Keyes) Beach, 175 Ocean Ave., Hyannis.

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Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

Veterans Memorial Park Beach, 480 Ocean St., Hyannis.

Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, handicap accessible, park, war memorials. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $20 daily (weekends), $50 weekly parking, $200 seasonal sticker.

BREWSTER Breakwater Beach, Breakwater Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

Crosby Landing, Crosby Lane. Restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

Ellis Landing Beach, Ellis Landing Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

Linnell Landing, Linnell Landing Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

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Paines Creek Beach, Paines Creek Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

Robbins Hill Beach, Long Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

Saint’s Landing, Robbins Hill Road. $15 daily parking, $50 weekly, $150 seasonal sticker.

CHATHAM Cockle Cove Beach, Taylors Pond Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

Forest Beach, Forest Beach Road. Restrooms. Limited free parking on first-come, first-serve basis, $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

Harding Beach, Harding Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker. continued on page 24

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Pleasant Street Beach, Pleasant Street. Kayaking. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

Ridgevale Beach, Ridgevale Drive. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

South Beach, Shore Road. Restrooms. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

DARTMOUTH Apponagansett Beach, 77 Gulf Road. Lifeguards (9-5), picnic area, playground, volleyball/basketball courts. $10 daily parking.

Jones Park, 66 St. John St. Lifeguards, picnic area. $10 daily parking.

DENNIS Chapin Memorial Beach, Chapin Beach Road. Restrooms.

Four-wheel vehicles allowed. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Corporation Beach, Corporation Road. Boardwalk, lifeguards, restrooms, food, picnic area, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Depot Street Beach, Depot Street. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Glendon Road Beach, Old Wharf Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Haigis Beach, Old Wharf Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Howes Beach, Howes Street Road. Lifeguards. Private on one side. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Inman Road Beach, Inman Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk. Private on one side. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Mayflower Beach, Dunes Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Raycroft Beach, Raycroft Parkway. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

Sea Street Beach, Sea Street. Lifeguards, restrooms. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

South Village Beach, South Village Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

West Dennis Beach, West Dennis Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, swimming lessons, playground, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 daily (weekends), $75 weekly, $150 four weeks, $300 seasonal.

DUXBURY Duxbury Beach, Canal Street. Lifeguards, bathhouses, restrooms, showers, food. $15 daily parking.

EASTHAM Campground Beach, Campground Road. Restrooms. Private beach on one side. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.

Coast Guard Beach, Nauset Road. Lifeguards, showers,

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restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. 15 daily parking ($3 for bikes), $45 seasonal.

Cooks Brook Beach, Steele Road. Restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.

First Encounter Beach, Samoset Road. Restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.

Nauset Light Beach, Cable Road. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bikes), $45 seasonal sticker.

Thumpertown Beach, Thumpertown Road off Route 6.

Restrooms, limited handicap accessibility. $15 daily parking (weekdays), $18 daily parking (weekends and holidays), $65 weekly parking, $100 for two weeks, $185 seasonal sticker.

FALMOUTH Menauhant Beach, Menauhant Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $10 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $70 for two weeks, $80 for three weeks, $90 for four weeks, $200 seasonal sticker.

Old Silver Beach, Quaker Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, picnic area, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. Private on one side. $20 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $70 for two weeks, $80 for three weeks, $90 for four weeks, $200 seasonal sticker.

Surf Drive Beach, Surf Drive Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $70 for two weeks, $80 for three weeks, $90 for four weeks, $200 seasonal sticker.

GLOUCESTER Good Harbor Beach, Route 127A. Lifeguards (9-5), food, showers, restrooms, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 weekend/holiday parking.

Half Moon Beach at Stage Fort Park, Western Avenue off Route 133. Lifeguards (9-5), restrooms, picnic area, handicap accessible. $10 daily parking (weekdays), $15 weekend/holiday parking.

Wingaersheek Beach, 232 Atlantic St., Lifeguards (9-5), food, restrooms, showers, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 weekend/holiday parking.

HARWICH Atlantic Avenue Beach, Atlantic Avenue, Bike ramp. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.

Bank Street Beach, Bank Street. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.

Earle Road Beach, Earle Road.

Lifeguards, food, restrooms, boardwalk, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.

Red River Beach, Uncle Venie’s Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, canoe/kayak launch, bike ramp. $15 daily parking, $140 seasonal parking, $65 weekly for non-resident, $125 for two weeks.

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HULL Nantasket Beach, Route 3A. Lifeguards, shopping, biking, carousel, restrooms, bathhouse, boating, fishing, handicap accessible. $10 daily parking.

IPSWICH Crane Beach, 310 Argilla Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouses, showers, picnic area, fishing, walking trails, handicap accessible. $20 daily parking (weekdays), $25 weekend parking (reduced rates available for Crane Beach members), $5 motorcycle parking.

LYNN King’s Beach, Lynn Shore Drive. Ample on-street parking available.

MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA Singing Beach, 119 Beach St. Food, bathhouse, restrooms, 120 parking spaces available.

MARTHA’S VINEYARD East Beach, Cape Pogue Wildlife Refuge, Edgartown. Hiking trails, $3 daily parking.

Eastville Beach, 59 Beach Road. Oak Bluffs. Fishing, handicap accessible, free parking.

Fuller Street Beach, 90 Fuller St., Edgartown. Handicap accessible, very limited free parking.

Joseph A. Sylvia State Beach, 180 Beach Road between Oak Bluffs and Edgartown. Lifeguards at Edgartown end of beach.

Accessible by bike path.

Katama Beach (South Beach State Park), Atlantic Drive, Edgartown. Surf fishing allowed, lifeguards (9-5), restrooms, food, handicap accessible.

Lake Tashmoo Beach, Herring Creek Road, Vineyard Haven.

Picnic area, lifeguards, parking.

Lighthouse Beach, North Water Street, Edgartown. Limited parking.

Lobsterville Beach, Lobsterville Road, Aquinnah. Fishing, limited free parking, but none on Lobsterville Road.

Long Point Wildlife Refuge Beach, Hughe’s Thumb Road, West Tisbury. Wooded trails, restrooms, visitor center. $10 admission per car plus $3 per adults, $3 pedestrian/bicyclist, free for children 15 and under.

Menemsha Beach, Basin Road, Chilmark. Lifeguards, restrooms, food, parking.

Moshup Beach (Aquinnah Beach), Gay Head, Aquinnah.

Restrooms, picnic area, boardwalk, food. $15 daily parking (10-minute walk from parking area).

Oak Bluffs Town Beach, Seaview Avenue, Oak Bluffs.

Restrooms, parking.

Owen Park Beach, 19 Owen Park Way, Vineyard Haven.

Lifeguards, restrooms, food, bandstand, parking.

Tisbury Town Beach, Owen Little Way, Vineyard Haven. Side street parking only.

MASHPEE South Cape Beach State Park, Great Oak Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, hiking trails. $7 daily parking, $50 weekly.

NAHANT Canoe Beach, 430 Nahant Road. Nearby park.

Long Beach, Nahant Road. Restrooms, showers, ball field, bandstand, lifeguards. $3 daily parking.

NANTUCKET Children’s Beach, South Beach Street. Parks, playground, food, picnic area, lifeguards, restrooms, showers, parking, free Friday night movies, Sunday night concerts.

Cisco Beach, Hummock Pond Road. Lifeguards, parking, biking.

Dionis Beach, Eel Point Road. Restrooms, showers, lifeguards, parking.

Francis Street Beach, Francis Street. Restrooms, turtle climb/ kayak rentals. No parking.

Jetties Beach, 4 Bathing Beach Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, food, playground, boardwalk, handicapped accessible, showers, parking.

Madaket Beach, Madaket Road. Restrooms, food, bike path, lifeguards, parking.

Miacomet Beach, Miacomet Road. Lifeguards, parking.

Siasconset Beach, Codfish Park Road. Restrooms, food, lifeguards, bike path, parking.

Surfside Beach, Surfside Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, bike path, equipment rentals, food, picnic areas, handicapped accessible, showers, parking.

ORLEANS Nauset Beach, Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. Off road vehicles with special permits. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $110 two-week parking.

Skaket Beach, West Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly parking, $110 two-week parking.

South Orleans Beach, Route 28. $60 weekly parking.

PLYMOUTH Ellisville Harbor State Park Beach, Route 3A. Fishing, parking available.

Plymouth Beach, 137 Warren Ave. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $10 daily parking (weekdays), $15 weekends.

PROVINCETOWN Herring Cove Beach, Race Point Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bikes), $45 seasonal sticker.

Race Point Beach, Race Point Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, bicycle trails, surfing allowed in certain areas. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bikes), $45 seasonal sticker.

QUINCY Nickerson Beach, 120 Dorchester St. Campground, ball fields, picnic areas, “Fun Zone” with courts and skateboard park, limited parking available. $30 daily passes, $8 for leisure pass-holders.

REVERE Revere Beach, Revere Beach Blvd. Lifeguards, fishing, boating, boardwalk, casino, fireworks, bathhouses, concerts, shopping, food, parking available.

ROCKPORT Back Beach, Beach Street. Boardwalk, restrooms. Limited meter parking.

Cape Hedge Beach, South Street. Limited parking available.

Front Beach, Beach Street. Lifeguards, boardwalk, food. Limited meter parking. Shuttle trolley for visitors from downtown.

Long Beach, Long Beach Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. Limited parking available. Shuttle trolley for visitors from downtown.

Old Garden Beach, Old Garden Road. Limited parking available.

Pebble Beach, Penzance Road. Limited parking available.

SALISBURY Salisbury Beach State Reservation, 212 Beach Road.

Swimming, boating, fishing, camping, bathhouses, picnic area, restrooms, day-use parking lot. Parking fees vary.

SANDWICH East Sandwich Beach, North Shore Boulevard. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $60 weekly, $105 seasonal.

Horizons Beach, Town Neck Road. Food. $15 daily parking, $105 seasonal sticker.

Scusset Beach State Reservation, Scusset Beach Road.

Lifeguards, showers, food, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, camping, handicap accessible. $7 daily parking, free for residents ages 62 and older with ID, $35 seasonal parking for MA residents ($45 for out-of-state).

Town Neck Beach, Town Neck Road. Restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $105 seasonal sticker.

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TRURO Corn Hill Beach, Corn Hill Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, handicap accessible, boardwalk. $10 daily parking, $40 weekly, $175 seasonal.

Fisher Beach, Fisher Road. Handicap accessible. Limited parking. $40 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker Head of the Meadow Beach, Head of the Meadow Road.

Lifeguards, restrooms, surfing, bicycle trails. $10 daily parking, $40 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

Pond Village Beach, Pond Road. Restrooms, fishing. $40 weekly parking, $175 seasonal sticker.

WAREHAM Onset Beach, Onset Avenue, East Wareham. Lifeguards, bandstand, food, bathrooms, parking.

WELLFLEET Cahoon Hollow Beach, Corn Hollow Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $20 daily parking ($45 for three days), $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks.

Indian Neck Beach, Samoset Avenue. Restrooms. $45 parking for three days, $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks, $250 seasonal sticker.

Marconi Beach, Marconi Beach Road. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking ($5 for motorcycles, $3 for bicycles), $45 seasonal sticker.

Mayo Beach, Kendrick Avenue. Restrooms, boardwalk, playground. $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks.

Newcomb Hollow Beach, Gross Hill Road. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $45 parking for three days, $80 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks, $250 seasonal sticker.

White Crest Beach, Ocean View Drive. Lifeguards, food, restrooms. $20 daily parking, $45 parking for three days, $75 weekly parking, $150 for two weeks, $250 seasonal sticker.

WESTPORT Horseneck Beach State Reservation, 5 John Reed Road.

Biking, fishing, hunting, restrooms, picnic area, showers, walking trails, handicap accessible.

YARMOUTH Bass River Beach (Smuggler’s Beach), South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth. Restrooms, lifeguards, food, showers, boardwalk, boat ramp, fishing, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.

Bay View Beach, Bay View Street. Restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.

Colonial Acres Beach, Standish Road. Restrooms, boardwalk. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.

Englewood Beach, Berry Avenue, West Yarmouth. Restrooms, playground, boat launching, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.

Grays (Bass Hole) Beach, Center Street. Restrooms, lifeguards, boardwalk, picnic area. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal.

Parkers River Beach (Beachwood), Beachwood Road, South Yarmouth. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, playground, gazebo, swimming lessons. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.

Sea Gull Beach, Sea Gull Beach Road. Lifeguards, food, showers, restrooms, boardwalk, swimming lessons, handicap accessible. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.

Seaview Beach, South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth. Lifeguards, restrooms, boardwalk, picnic area, swimming lessons. $15 daily

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Thatcher Park Beach, South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth. $15 daily parking, $70 weekly, $175 seasonal sticker.

Maine

CAPE ELIZABETH Crescent Beach State Park, 66 Two Lights Road. Picnic area, playground, food, walking trails, fishing, kayaking, restrooms. $6.50 non-resident daily pass, $2 senior (65+) daily pass.

KENNEBUNK Kennebunk Beach, Beach Avenue. Lifeguards, restrooms, handicap accessible, surfing allowed. $15 daily non-resident pass, $50 weekly non-resident pass, $100 season non-resident pass.

OGUNQUIT Footbridge Beach, Beach Street. Restrooms, lifeguards, surfing allowed, boat ramp, handicap accessible. Parking available for fee.

Ogunquit Beach, Beach Street. Lifeguards, food, restrooms, trolley, surfing allowed. Parking available for fee.

Old Orchard Beach, West/East Grand Avenue. Lifeguards, food, amusements, restrooms, picnic area, campfires allowed, surfing allowed, walking trails, playground, handicap accessible. Parking meters, lots, and street parking nearby.

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SACO Ferry Beach State Park, 95 Bayview Road. Fishing, hiking trails, lifeguards, restrooms, playground, showers, picnic area, handicap accessible. $6.50 non-resident daily pass, $2 senior (65+) daily pass.

SCARBOROUGH Scarborough Beach State Park, 416 Black Point Road.

Lifeguards, kayaking, food, picnic area, restrooms. $6.50 nonresident daily pass, $2 senior (65+) daily pass.

WELLS Drakes Island Beach, Island Beach Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. $15 daily parking, $75 10-visit pass, $5 motorcycles, $25 buses/RVs. Wells Beach, 1000 Post Road. Lifeguards, restrooms. $15 daily parking, $75 10-visit pass, $5 motorcycles, $25 buses/RVs.

YORK Short Sands, Route 1A. Showers, changing area, restrooms, bathhouse, boardwalk, lifeguards, games, food, playground, handicap accessible. Metered parking along Route 1A. Long Sands, Route 1A. Showers, changing area, restrooms, bathhouse, food, surfing allowed, lifeguards, handicap accessible.

Metered parking along Route 1A. York Harbor Beach, Harbor Beach Road. Lifeguards, restrooms, walking trails, handicap accessible. Limited free parking.

New Hampshire

HAMPTON Hampton Beach, 160 Ocean Boulevard. Lifeguards (9-5:30), restrooms, concert stage with free concerts all summer, bathhouses, fireworks on Wednesday nights, food, boardwalk, fishing, RV camping, showers. Metered parking $2 per hour, parking prices at town lots varies. $15 daily parking at South Beach.

North Beach, 920 Ocean Boulevard. Surfing area, restrooms, lifeguards (10-5:15), handicap accessible, bathhouse open year round. Metered parking $2 per hour.

NORTH HAMPTON North Hampton State Beach, 27 Ocean Boulevard. Bathhouse, lifeguards (10-4:45), picnicking.

Metered parking $2 per hour.

RYE Jenness State Beach, 2280 Ocean Boulevard. Picnic area, bathhouse, lifeguards (10-4:45), food.

Metered parking $2 per hour (quarters only).

Wallis Sands State Park, 1050 Ocean Boulevard. Bathhouses, showers, lifeguards (10-5), food, picnic area, restrooms. $15 daily parking.

Rhode Island

BLOCK ISLAND Charleston Beach, End of Champlin Road, New Shoreham. Fishing, bike locks available. Free parking available.

Fred Benson Town Beach (Crescent Beach), 7 Corn Neck Road, New Shoreham. Food, lifeguards (10-5), handicap accessible, snack bar. Parking available. Umbrellas and boogey boards for rent. No smoking allowed, no pets allowed.

Mansion Beach, off Corn Neck Road, New Shoreham. Fishing. Arrive by bike recommended.

Scotch Beach, Corn Neck Road, New Shoreham. Ample parking.

CHARLESTOWN Blue Shutters Town Beach, 469 East Beach Road. Food, picnic area, restrooms, showers, changing rooms, handicap accessible, lifeguards. $15 weekdays, $20 weekends, $90/season.

Charlestown Breachway State Beach, Charlestown Beach Road. Fishing, camping, lifeguards, restrooms, boat ramp, handicap accessible. $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/ holiday non-resident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

East State Beach.Ninigret Conservation Area, East Beach Road. Fishing, showers, picnic area, camping, lifeguards (9-6), restrooms. $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/ holiday non-resident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

NARRAGANSETT Captain Roger W. Wheeler State Beach, 100 Sand Hill Cove Road. Pavilion, showers, picnic area, playground, lifeguards (9-6), restrooms, handicap accessible. $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/holiday non-resident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

Narragansett Beach, Boston Neck Road off Route 1A. Food, restrooms, handicap accessible, picnic areas, pavilions, boardwalk, changing rooms. $6 daily admission per person (children 11 and under are free). Seasonal passes available at the South Pavilion. $10 daily parking (weekdays), $15 weekend/ holiday parking.

Scarborough State Beach, 870-970 Ocean Road off Route 1A. (North and South Beach) Pavilions, showers, food, picnic area, boardwalk with gazebos, restrooms, lifeguards (9-6). $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/holiday non-resident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

Salty Brine State Beach, 254 Great Island Road. Lifeguards (9-6), food, restrooms, green pavilion. $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/holiday non-resident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

NEWPORT Easton’s Beach (First Beach), 175 Memorial Boulevard. Carousel, picnic area, restrooms, aquarium, showers, playground, skateboard park, food, weekly concerts, $10 daily parking (weekdays), up to $20 weekend/holiday parking. $80 non-resident season pass parking ($45 for seniors).

Fort Adams State Park, Ocean Drive. Free parking. Restrooms, lifeguards (9-6), fishing, boating.

Sachuest Town Beach (Second Beach), 474 Sachuest Town Beach Road. Restrooms, showers, food, picnic area, changing station. $10 daily parking, (weekdays), $20 weekend parking.

SOUTH KINGSTOWN East Matunuck State Beach, 950 Succotash Road. Restrooms, lifeguards, picnic area, jetty, pavilion, handicap accessible. $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/holiday nonresident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

South Kingstown Town Beach at Matunuck, Matunuck Beach Road. Pavilion, picnic area, restrooms, boardwalk, playground, handicap accessible. $20 non-resident parking (daily), $80 nonresident (annual).

WARWICK Buttonwoods Beach, Promenade Avenue. Park with baseball fields, picnic area, playground, bike paths, restrooms, handicap accessible. No alcohol allowed.

Conimicut Point Beach, Point Avenue. Picnic area, playground, restrooms, boat access, handicap accessible.

Oakland Beach, 885 Oakland Beach Ave. Restaurants, restrooms, playground, handicap accessible.

Boat ramp on Bay Avenue.

WESTERLY Atlantic Beach Park, 321 Atlantic Ave. Amusements, food, waterslides, carousel, games, ocean side patio bar, restrooms, handicap accessible. $15 parking fee (weekdays), $20 weekends.

Misquamicut State Beach, 257 Atlantic Ave. Restrooms, showers, lifeguards, picnic area, observation tower, food, handicap accessible. $20 daily non-resident parking (weekdays), $28 weekend/holiday non-resident parking, $120 non-resident season parking, seniors 65+ pay half price for all rates (senior must be the driver and show valid ID).

Watch Hill Beach (Carousel Beach), 151 Bay St. Restrooms, carousel, bathhouses, picnic area, food, handicap accessible. $10 parking.

Wuskenau Town Beach, 311 Atlantic Ave. Concession stands, changing rooms. $70 season passes.

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Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt Auntie Ellen’s Creative Confections 18 Central St., Leominster, 978-537-5675 Berry Fusion Frozen Yogurt 807 Pleasant St., Worcester, 508-753-3500

697 Southbridge St., Auburn, 508-832-3102 129 East Main St., Webster, 508-943-8533 367 Main St., Sturbridge, 508-347-7155

Carter and Stevens Farm Store 500 West St., Barre, 978-355-4940

Fruitti Frozen Yogurt 535 Lincoln St., Worcester, 508-438-0321 695 Main St., Holden, 774-345-4204 1223 Providence Rd., Whitinsville, 508-372-9475

Cherry Hill 826 Leominster Rd., Lunenburg, 978-582-7955

Gibson’s Dairy 42 Sunderland Rd., Worcester, 508-753-1095

Christopher’s Homemade Ice Cream 22 West St., Millbury, 508-277-8782

G’Licious 297 Main St., Douglas, 508-476-4438

CoCo’s Tropical Ice 1 Swanson Rd., Auburn, 508-407-8787 CocoBeni Confections 247 West Main St., Northborough, 508-393-2253 Cold Stone Creamery 70 Worcester-Providence Tnpk., Shoppes at Blackstone Valley, Millbury, 508-865-8165 Friendly’s 966 Grafton St., Worcester, 508-798-3298 1060 Main St., Holden, 508-829-2991

Holy Cow Ice Cream Shop 135 Westboro Rd., Grafton, 508-839-7300 The Ice Cream Lady 63 Main St., Douglas, 508-476-2631 The Ice Cream Parlor at Riverside Pizza 56 Canal St., Millbury, 508-865-2290 Icraze Frozen Yogurt 20 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury, 508-425-3950

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Scales Seafood & Ice Cream 45 River St., Millbury, 508-865-3377

Kimball Farm 1543 Lunenburg Rd., Lancaster, 978-534-9800 400 Littleton Rd., Westford, 978-486-3891

Sterling Ice Cream Bar 162 Clinton Rd., Sterling, 978-422-7742

Madulka’s 193 Lake Ave., Worcester, 508-459-2323 Meola’s Wayside Ice Cream 110 Leominster Rd., Sterling, 978-422-3900 165 West Boylston St., W. Boylston, 508-835-9747 OrangeLeaf Frozen Yogurt 866 Merriam Ave., Leominster, 978-401-2906 Pearson’s Elmhurst Dairy 342 West Main St., Millbury, 508-865-2158 Pinecroft Dairy & Restaurant 539 Prospect St., West Boylston, 508-853-0717

Sweet Kiwi Frozen Yogurt 440 Main St., Sturbridge, 774-241-3374 2 Worcester Rd., Webster, 508-461-6624 Swirls & Scoops 68 Worcester St., North Grafton, 508-839-9036 Tutti Frutti 121 Gold Star Blvd., Worcester, 508-853-5353 West End Creamery 481 Purgatory Rd., Whitinsville, 508-234-2022 Wooberry Frozen Yogurt 141 Highland St., Worcester, wooberryyogurt.com

Ronnie’s Seafood and Ice Cream 871 Southbridge Rd., Auburn, 508-832-9068

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Buy fresh, buy local CORLYN VOORHEES Farmers and artisans from throughout Central Massachusetts and beyond are gearing up for this summer’s farmers’ markets where their goods will be available, giving the communities in which the markets are held an opportunity to buy fresh produce and buy locallymade goods.

Farm, Pur Juz, Refugee Artisans of Worcester, New Lands Farm, Straight Up Café, YouthGROW, B. Good, Barbara Valentine, Forest Harvest, Marie-Laure (goat cheese)

Beaver Brook Every Monday and Friday, from June 16 to October 31, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Beaver Brook Park, 306 Chandler St. (across from Foley Stadium) Vendors Include: Flats Mentor, Nicewicz Farm, Harpers Farm, Shivick Farm, Schultz Farm, Pegs Preserves, Fay Mountain Farm, Ashland Farm, Straight Up Café, Everyday Homemade, Great Harvest Bread STEVEN KING

(location rotates every week starting at the Hope Ave. location on June 18), from 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

St. Vincent’s Hospital, corner of Mercantile Street and Foster Street across from UNUM & DCU, from 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

YWCA, 1 Salem Sq., from 3:45 p.m.-5 p.m.

Every Thursday Seabury Heights, 240 - 244 Belmont St., from 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Out To Lunch Concert Series, behind City Hall, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

(June 19 - August 21) Crompton Park, Corner of Canton St. and Harding St. from 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Belmont Towers and Plumley Village, 16 Laurel St. from 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

Elm Park, Russell Street from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Art + Market Saturday, from July 12-September 20, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Worcester Art Museum, in the Trinity Lutheran Church parking lot across the street, 73 Lancaster St., Worcester A market that brings together artisans, farmers and live music within a fun space for discovery and community involvement. A variety of activities will be offered by cultural and community partners, plus programming for all ages that highlights the Museum’s collection and exhibitions.

Market dates and respective themes: July 12: Buy, Sell, Trade July 19: Nature & Animals July 26: African & African American Appreciation August 2: LGBT/PRIDE August 9: Latin American Appreciation August 16: Words, Books, Reading August 23: Regular Farmers’ Market Day August 30: Art & Architecture September 6: Asian & Asian American Appreciation September 13: Eco-Friendly September 20: Worcester Makes Art! For up-to-date information, visit worcesterart.org/Events/art+market/.

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Every Tuesday

Accept Cash, Debit/Credit, SNAP Benefits (Food Stamps), and WIC and Senior Coupons.

50 percent off purchases up to $20 while supplies last for SNAP Benefits at the Main South Market and all of the Mobile Market stops recworcester.org

Main South Saturday, from June 14 to November 1, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fuller Family Park, 104 Murray Ave. (behind central community branch YMCA) Free kid’s activities, live music and art every week.

Vendors include: Shultz Farm, One Love, A Woven Thread, Oakdale

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June 17 to October 30 Worcester Senior Center, 128 Providence St., from 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Elm Park Towers, 426 Pleasant St., from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Family Health Center, 26 Queen St., from 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Lincoln Village, parking lot between 40 and 50 Pleasant Valley Dr., from 3 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, 19 Tacoma St., from 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday, now to October 25, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Barre Common, Barre Accepts cash, checks, Barre Food Pantry bucks (Barre Bucks), WIC and Elder cards.

The market will offer homegrown vegetables and fruits, flowers, plants, dairy products, fresh eggs, homemade jams and jellies, maple syrup, baked goods and crafts that include ceramics, clothing, handmade candles, soaps, lotions, quilts, jewelry, photography and furniture.

The market will also be collecting donations for the Barre Food Pantry. barrefarmersmarket.org

Every Wednesday Lincoln Towers, 11 Lake Ave., from 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Webster Square Towers, behind 1050-1060 Main St., from 10 a.m.11:30 a.m.

Seven Hills Foundation, 81 Hope Ave. and 799 West Boylston St.

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Canal District Farmers Market Saturday, year-round, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., and outside Thursday, from July 10-August 28, from 4 p.m.-7 p.m.

138 Green St., Worcester Local produce, cheese, eggs, meats, fish, breads, pastries, chocolate and wine will be available at the market this summer. The market will also feature rotating handmade vendors every week, along with free horse and wagon tours of the historic Canal District starting July 10. canaldistrictfarmersmarket.com/

Daniels Farmstead Farmers Market Sunday, July 6-October 15, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

286 Mendon St., Blackstone The market will have an assortment of fresh local produce, homecooked breads and pastries, and craft vendors. House tours are available from noon-3 p.m. facebook.com/pages/Daniels-Farmstead-FarmersMarket/342201325857571

Douglas Farmers Market Saturday, June 14-October, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

E.N. Jenckes Store, 283 Main St., Douglas The market will include a fresh selection of produce from local farms, fresh baked goods, local honey, maple syrup, fresh eggs, handmade soap, work from local crafters and more.

The market will be closed on July 5.

Lancaster Farmers Market Thursday, from July 10 to October, from 3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Located on the Lancaster Town Green A variety of goods will be sold, including local produce, meat, eggs, cheeses, all natural dog treats, jam, jelly, honey, baked goods, coffee, crafts and others. facebook.com/pages/Lancaster-Farmers-MarketMassachusetts/148296545330992 Vendors include: 3C Baking Co., Balance Rock Farm, Coffeelands World Gifts Cafe, Corrective Chiropractic, Kate’s Birdhouses, La Mela Allegra, Made from Scratch, Natural Specialties, Peg’s Preserves, Zoll Cellars Winery

Massachusetts Department of Transportation Farmers’ Market Program Friday-Sunday, now (Westborough will begin later in the season) through the fall Located at the Charlton service areas (eastbound and westbound) and the Westborough (westbound) service area on I-90.

Freshly-grown fruits and vegetables and food products will be for sale. blog.mass.gov/transportation/uncategorized/massdot-farmersmarkets-2014/

Old Sturbridge Village Heritage Farmers Market Sunday, now through Columbus Day weekend, 12 p.m.-4 p.m.

Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd., Sturbridge

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Dudley Farmers’ Market Sunday, currently open, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Marty’s Liquors parking lot, 119 West Main St., Dudley Seasonal produce will be sold, along with herbs, baked goods, garden flowers, perennials and honey. dudleyfarmersmarket.org

Grafton Farmers Market Thursday, June 26-October 16, from 2 p.m.-6:30 p.m. (dusk in the fall months) Located in the Grafton Common The Grafton Farmers Market provides local produce, baked goods, artisanal foods and hand-crafted items. graftonfarmersmarket.com The market will be closed on July 3.

Vendors include: Angel Hair Alpacas, The Nut Guy, Woodland Ridge Farm, Foppema’s Farm, Stirred Crazy Creations, Potter Hill Farm, The Farmer’s Daughter, Kathie’s Bakeshop, Anna Banana’s Homemade Goodness, Wheatless Bliss

Klem’s Farmers’ Market Saturday, from June 14 to October 25, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Klem’s, 117 West Main St., Spencer A variety of fruits and vegetables will be available, as well as fresh baked goods, flowers, plants and specialty gifts. klemsonline.com

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Located outside of the Visitor Center, the market will be open to museum visitors and the general public (village admission not required). Honey, honey soap, honey dippers, honey straws, perennial plants – including blackberry and strawberry plants, roses, irises among others – produce, bakery goods, fresh produce and other goods will be for sale. osv.org/event/sunday-heritage-farmers-market Vendors include: Hillcrest Apiary (Southbridge), Inishown Farms (North Brookfield), Rt 32 Bakery (Monson), King’s Berry Farms (East Brookfield) , Cooper’s Hilltop Dairy Farm (Rochdale)

Sterling Farmers Market Fridays, now through October, from 3 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 Park St., Sterling The market offers a variety of local fresh produce, goat cheese, handmade soaps, honey, meat, baked goods and photography. facebook.com/SterlingFarmersMarket

Westborough Farmers’ Market Thursdays through the end of September, from 12 p.m.-6 p.m.

Evangelical Congregational Church, 57 West Main St., Westborough Fresh vegetables, cage-free eggs, Massachusetts maple syrup, wine, beef, lamb, pork, fresh-baked bread, brownies and artisan goods will be for sale. eatfresh01581.com STEVEN KING

Summer Movies JUNE 13 22 Jump Street Action/Comedy Starring: Channing Tatum, Jonah Hill Directed by: Phil Lord and Christopher Miller

JULY 18 Jupiter Ascending Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi Starring: Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean Directed by: Andy and Lana Wachowski

AUGUST 13 Let’s Be Cops Comedy Starring: Nina Dobrev, Angela Kerecz Directed by: Luke Greenfield

How to Train Your Dragon 2 Animation/Adventure/Family Rated PG Starring (voice of): Jay Baruchel, Kristen Wiig Directed by: Dean DeBlois

Planes: Fire & Rescue Animation/Adventure/Family Starring (voices of): Dane Cook, Julie Bowen, Ed Harris Directed by: Roberts Gannaway

AUGUST 15 The Expendables 3 Action/Adventure Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li Directed by: Patrick Hughes

JUNE 20 Think Like a Man Too Comedy Rated PG-13 Starring: Kevin Hart, Gabrielle Union Directed by: Tim Story Jersey Boys Musical/Drama Rated R Starring: Vincent Piazza, Christopher Walken Directed by: Clint Eastwood The Rover Drama Rated R Starring: Robert Pattinson, Guy Pearce Directed by: David Michod JUNE 27 Transformers: Age of Extinction Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Nicola Peltz Directed by: Michael Bay JULY 2 Deliver Us From Evil Crime/Horror/Thriller Starring: Eric Bana, Edgar Ramirez Directed by: Scott Derrickson Tammy Comedy Rated R Starring: Melissa McCarthy, Susan Sarandon Directed by: Ben Falcone Earth to Echo Adventure/Sci-Fi Rated PG Starring: Teo Halm, Astro, Reese Hartwig Directed by: Dave Green JULY 11 Dawn of the Planet of the Apes Action/Sci-Fi/Thriller Starring: Gary Oldman, Keri Russell, Andy Serkis Directed by: Matt Reeves The Fluffy Movie Comedy/Documentary Starring: Gabrielle Iglesias Directed by: Manny Rodriguez And So it Goes Comedy/Drama/Romance Rated PG-13 Starring: Diane Keaton, Michael Douglas Directed by: Rob Reiner

The Purge: Anarchy Horror/Thriller Starring: Frank Grillo, Michael K. Williams Directed by: James DeMonaco

The Giver Drama/Sci-Fi/Fantasy Starring: Alexander Skarsgard, Meryl Streep, Katie Holmes Directed by: Phillip Noyce

JULY 25 Sex Tape Comedy Starring: Jason Segel, Cameron Diaz Directed by: Jake Kasdan

As Above, So Below Horror/Thriller Starring: Ben Feldman, Perdita Weeks Directed by: John Erick Dowdle

Hercules Action/Adventure Starring: Dwayne Johnson, John Hurt Directed by: Brett Ratner

Desert Dancer Biography/Drama Starring: Freida Pinto, Nazanin Boniadi Directed by: Richard Raymond

Step Up All In Drama/Music/Romance Starring: Izabella Miko, Briana Evigan Directed by: Trish Sie

AUGUST 22 Sin City: A Dame to Kill For Action/Crime/Thriller Starring: Jessica Alba, Mickey Rourke, Rosario Dawson Directed by: Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez

AUGUST 1 Guardians of the Galaxy Sci-Fi/Action/Adventure Starring: Chris Pratt, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Zoe Saldana Directed by: James Gunn

If I Stay Drama Starring: Chloe Grace Moretz, Mireille Enos Directed by: R.J. Cutler

Get on Up Biography Starring: Chadwick Boseman Directed by: Tate Taylor

When the Game Stands Tall Drama/Sports Starring: Jim Caviezel, Michael Chiklis Directed by: Thomas Carter

AUGUST 8 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Action/Adventure/Sci-Fi Starring: Megan Fox, Will Arnett Directed by: Jonathan Liebsman

AUGUST 27 Underdogs Family/Action Starring: Phillip Rhee, Beau Bridges Directed by: Phillip Rhee

The Hundred-Foot Journey Drama Starring: Helen Mirren, Charlotte Le Bon Directed by: Lasse Hallstrom

November Man Action/Thriller Rated R Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Olga Kurylenko Directed by: Roger Donaldson

Into the Storm Action/Thriller Rated PG-13 Starring: Richard Armitage, Jeremy Sumpter Directed by: Steven Quale

AUGUST 29 Jessabelle Horror/Thriller Rated PG-13 Starring: Sarah Snook, Mark Webber Directed by: Kevin Greutert

Lucy Action/Sci Fi Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Morgan Freeman Directed by: Luc Besson

The Loft Thriller Rated R Starring: James Marsden, Rhona Mitra Directed by: Erik Van Looy

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The silver screen under the night’s sky JOSHUA LYFORD Summer means something a little different to everyone, but we can all agree that it’s better than shoveling your driveway midwinter. Regardless of what your summerspecific favorite activity is, there are a few standbys – taking a trip to the beach, camping and catching a flick at a drive-in theater. Unfortunately, drive-ins are not quite as commonplace as they were years ago. Luckily for Central Massachusetts, we are not totally bereft of awesome options and with the Phantom Gourmet’s

Dan, Dave and Mike Andleman’s recent acquisition of the Mendon Twin Drive-In, our options keep getting better.

There was a time in history when there were 6,000 operational drive-in movie theaters across the nation, but that number has since dwindled to around 300.

Somehow, the Mendon Twin managed to survive – and thrive – and will soon celebrate its 60th year running. The drivein’s longevity is not just coincidence and the Andelmans are making sure to keep the entertainment as fresh and fun as possible.

“We’ve been going there for so many years,” says Mike Andelman of the

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Mendon Twin Drive-In, “and as we started to have our own kids, and have that similar experience with our kids, we realized what a magical place it was.”

For more than two decades, the drive-in was owned and operated by Sue Swanson and Kathy Gorman. Now under new ownership, the Andelmans say they will continue utilizing the former owners’ knowledge and expertise.

“They put their heart and soul into this drive-in” says Mike Andelman of Swanson and Gorman. “They put their heart and soul into this for 28 years, now they’re teaching us the business.”

The Mendon Twin has two digital projection screens offering double-features of the latest films. The drive-in has all the standards: a retro ’50s snack bar, a 16-acre property to cruise your vehicle on to and enjoy the movies from your seat and admission is bargain priced at $25 per car. Moviegoers can expect something a little different, too, with award-winning Mexican cuisine and special events.

On Saturday, June 19 the drive-in will present a live-streaming performance by Jimmy Buffet, who will be playing at the Coyote Drive-In in Fort Worth, Texas. In Mendon, bands will perform at the drivein before the main event and a portion of the proceeds will go toward keeping driveins alive. In October, the Andelmans will host weekly double-feature horror movie nights.

Mike Andelman believes that the nostalgic feel of drive-in theaters is what makes it such a unique experience and

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what keeps people coming back.

“One of my friends from Los Angeles said, ‘it’s one of those things that is so uncool that it’s cool,’” he recalls. “To us, this drive-in is the Fenway Park of drive-in theaters. How many things did my grandfather take my father to do, my father took me, and now I’m taking my son. Four generations have now been to the Mendon Twin Drive-In.” Be sure to check out the Mendon Twin Drive-In this summer at 35 Milford St. in Mendon, open rain or shine and enjoy some great entertainment from the comfort of your own car. Visit mendondrivein.com for movie times and Jimmy Buffett tickets.

“The Mendon Twin Drive-In really belongs to the people,” says Mike Andelman. “We are just the custodians of it.”

NEARBY DRIVE-IN THEATERS Mendon Twin Drive-In 35 Milford St., Mendon, Mass.

508-473-4958 Mendondrivein.com Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day and weekends in April, May, Sept., Oct. $25 per car Recently purchased by the Phantom Gourmet’s Andelman brothers, the Mendon Twin is celebrating its 60th year. Features rustic snack bar, Mexican cuisine and two digital projection screens.

Leicester Triple Drive-In 1675 Main St. (Rt. 9), Leicester, Mass.

508-892-4400 Friday and Saturday, from mid-April/early-May until mid-June.

Open seven days a week mid-June until late August $25 per car Open for more than 40 years, the Leicester Triple features three movie screens and a concession stand.

Rustic Tri Vue Drive-In 1195 Eddie Dowling Hwy., North Smithfield, Rhode Island 401-769-7601 Yourneighborhoodtheatre.com Open evenings late April through late Sept. $25 per car Just outside of Central Massachusetts, the Rustic Tri Vue is just a short ride down Route 146. It features three screens and a full concession stand.

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Arts “[remastered]” Current Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester A reinstallation of WAM’s paintings from the 16th-18th centuries, giving a new look at Old Masters.

UFOs: Unidentified Fascinating Objects Current Fitchburg Art Museum, 25 Merriam Pkwy., Fitchburg A pop-up exhibition featuring unfamiliar objects from around the world that are part of the FAM collection.

“Eight Elements” Current-June 28, 2014 Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Rd., Worcester An exhibition and sale of work by artists in residence.

Art Since the Mid-20th Century Current Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester An exhibition chronicling the past seven decades illustrating how artists across disciplines, generations and geographies respond to the experiences of their time by revisiting the visual languages and genres they have inherited.

Wall at WAM: Robert and Shana ParkeHarrison Current Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester A mural of staged photography involving performance, sculptural props, elaborate backdrops and digital technology.

“ONE, Redux” Current-June 28, 2014 ArtsWorcester, Aurora Gallery, 660 Main St., Worcester With no theme and regardless of media or content, ArtsWorcester members exhibit one piece of work, each.

“Knights!”

Current Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester From the Higgins Armory collection an exhibition of arms and armor in the broader context of history, storytelling and art.

Large Jade Basin with Dragons Current Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester A 20th-century masterpiece depicting five dragons in pursuit of three flaming jewels that symbolize transcendent wisdom.

Jeppson Idea Lab: Michael Benson Current-June 22, 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester A photograph of the Carina Nebula printed exclusively for WAM. It represents a point of contact between contemporary art and science.

“Degree Of Overlap” Current-June 28, 2014 Sprinkler Factory, 38 Harlow St., Worcester Exhibition of more than 60 pieces of art using various mediums by recent graduates of Assumption College.

Darker Shades of Red SOVIET PROPAGANDA ART FROM THE COLD WAR ERA

“Enigma” Current-June 30, 2014 ArtsWorcester, Hanover Theatre Gallery, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester Abstract painter Janine Schmitt displays her large-scale, textured and richly-colored canvases that are described as a tension between expressionism and the mind’s desire for structure and order.

“Nature in Translation” Current-June 2014 ArtsWorcester, Hadley Gallery, 657 Main St., Worcester Artwork by Anne Harris and Laurie McCrohon, who share a similar interest in landscape and nature, but approach their subjects in different styles. Harris’ works are layered and abstracted compositions, while McCrohon works in series, over which she increases the level of abstraction in a particular scene to the point at which the original subject loses its original legibility.

“A Decade, More or Less, of Fine Art” Current-July 10, 2014 Gallery at Briarwood, 65 Briarwood Circle, Worcester Artist Sharon Jordan Bahosh presents paintings of sunsets, landscapes, seascapes, harbor scenes, country roads and New England villages.

Photos by LaToya Ruby Frazier in Art Since the mid20th Century Current-July 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester Five photographs taken in various rooms of Frazier’s family house in her hometown of Braddock, Penn., the images reveal complex intergenerational relationships and an intertwining of people and place.

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Stencil-dyed Japanese Folk Art Calendars Current-August 10, 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester A selection of folk art-style calendar pictures made for the Western market, produced using stencils, paste resist and natural dyes.

“All About Wood” Current-August 15, 2014 Davis Gallery, 44 Portland St., Worcester Celebrating wood in a variety of art forms, including sculpture, prints, collage, painting, mixed media, drawing and furniture.

“Language of a Dream” July 2014 Sprinkler Factory, 38 Harlow St., Worcester Exhibition of art by Art Krauss

“You Are Here” Current-August 31, 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester Work by artists who have re-imagined the body and its boundaries. They incorporate a symbolic figurative presence as an alternative to the external appearance of a human figure.

Jeppson Idea Lab: Portraits by William Hogarth July 19, 2014-February 8, 2015 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester A re-introduction to two of the museum’s most splendid portraits: “William James” and “Elizabeth James” by 18th-century English artist William Hogarth.

Building a Collection: Photography at the Fitchburg Art Museum Current-Summer 2014 Fitchburg Art Museum, 25 Merriam Pkwy., Fitchburg An exhibition featuring historically significant photographers, including Peter Henry Emerson, Alexander Gardner and others.

“Rivers Edge Art Alliance” August 2014 Sprinkler Factory, 38 Harlow St., Worcester Art by Jonathan Route, Ernest Stonebraker, Tiana Gorham, Ann Gillespie, Victoria Haskell, Carol PanekClark, Maureen and Todd Mathieson, Andrew Child-Lyn Slade.

“Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in Action” Current-Sept. 21, 2014 EcoTarium, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester An exhibition created in response to the US’s growing obesity epidemic, “Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in Action” shows kids how to have fun being physically active in noncompetitive environments, like surfing waves, snowboarding down mountain slopes, practicing kung fu, scrambling out of a canyon and more.

The exhibition is free with museum admission. ecotarium.org.

“Ambient Folklore” August 7-September 27, 2014 Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Rd., Worcester Curated by Luis Antonio Fraire.

“Guns without Borders in Mexico and Central America” Current-November 9, 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester Twelve projected images by documentary photographers and eight chromogenic prints, offering an intimate exploration of the realities that fuel gun violence in Mexico and Guatemala.

Majicolor Prints by Majima Ryoichi Current-November, 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester Neo-pop prints by Majima Ryoichi are imaginative and irreverent examples of East meets West, rendered in a vivid palette.

“Abstractions in Blue” Summer 2014 Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St., Worcester An exhibition of Japanese artwork by artists who viewed Japanese culture from a Western perspective with modernist ideals. The works show the influence of Western media and contemporary inspirational sources.

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“Transcendental Abstractions: Richard Kattman” June 14-August 10, 2014 Opening reception Saturday, June 14 at 1 p.m.

Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard Artwork by award-winning abstract artist, professional landscape architect and contemporary photographer Richard Kattman will focus on his large-scale plein-air abstract paintings inspired by Fruitlands’ 210-acre property.

“Darker Shades of Red” June 14-August 30, 2014 Museum of Russian Icons, 203 Union St., Clinton An exhibition that revisits and analyzes the Cold War period through the exploration of the Soviet Union’s official brand. Graphic and explicit in its socialist message, the collection reveals the economic, social and political ideology of the Soviet Union from the mid 1940s to 1990.

“A Year Outside” July 9-28, 2014 Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Rd., Worcester Nature photography by Sheila Carroll.

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Grab-and-go barbecue goods CORLYN VOORHEES Summer is here and it is time to break out those grills and outdoor furniture that have been tucked away all winter. The warmer weather kick starts an endless array of STEVEN KING parties and barbecues, where you get to enjoy not only the company of your friends and family, but delicious food as well. The main question is, what do you bring? If you are in a rush and need to stop somewhere on the way, you don’t have time to call ahead or even whip up a dish yourself. Look no further, Worcester Magazine is here to help you find places that offer tasty, on-the-go food that will really make an impression on your host and fellow guests.

The first stop is Ed Hyder’s Mediterranean Marketplace, located at 408 Pleasant St. in Worcester, which sells an array of Mediterranean cuisine.

Ed Hyder, the owner of the market, says many of his products are “things [customers] can just grab and go and bring it to the grilling section of the barbecue or the snacking section.”

If a customer is in a rush, Hyder suggests taking a trip around the appetizer section that offers a variety of different dips, crackers, hummus and cheese wedges. Hyder’s market also offers salads and pasta salads by the pound, with vegetarian and vegan options, and pre-made kebobs.

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“I really love our lamb kebobs,” he says. “That’s my prime thing.”

Along with their food, customers can pick up a bottle of wine at Ed Hyder’s. “We’re known for our Bordeaux selection," he says.

“Anyone on the staff will help match wine to whatever you’re buying.”

Stop number two is Fairway Beef Co., located at 48 Grafton St. in Worcester. Fairway has been in business for 68 years and carries a wide range of products, from meats to produce to household goods such as shampoo and candles. You can even get a plastic party bowl or chip and dip tray for under a dollar.

According to owner George Sigel, their No. 1 item is hands down their honeymoon steaks. “In my particular store, we’re known for honeymoon steaks,” says Sigel. “We got a goldmine with that. It’s a wonderful steak.”

Sigel also has some grilling tips up his sleeve. “Get the grill really hot. If you’re cooking a steak, get it extremely hot and then put the meat on rather than put it on cold. Sear both sides real fast and then bring the temperature down,” he says. “What you’re doing is sealing the juices inside the steak.”

The next stop is Weepin’ Willies, with two locations at 160 Boston Tnpk. in Shrewsbury and 64 Auburn St. in Auburn.

Accompanying the standard hot dogs and hamburgers in the store are ground beef, ground turkey, marinated chicken and other types of meat, as well as fresh-cut steaks every week.

“Everything in my raw meat case is ready to go to bring to a barbecue,” says Ben Salluce, one of the owners at the Shrewsbury location.

Weepin’ Willies' lunch menu boasts ready-made salads and pasta salads available every day and a popular item is the premade kabobs, consisting of beef or chicken, says Salluce.

“You can just bring them and throw them on the grill,” Salluce says. “People really like them. They’re usually the No. 1 item this time of year.”

The final stop is Emerald Meats, located at 347 Chandler St. in Worcester, which offers an assortment of ready-to-cook meat and prepared salads.

Owner Joan Culbert, who started the business with her husband Robert, suggests the Idaho Potato Salad, made up of bacon, cheddar and scallions.

“It’s kind of like potato skins,” she says. “It’s delicious.”

Emerald Meats also offers various gourmet cheese spreads that Culbert describes as “kind of famous around Worcester,” which quickly sell out during the holidays.

As for her favorite item at the store, Culbert has to go with the steak tips. “Every time we have a party or cookout, I’ll cook up a ton of them,” she says. “It’s a nice sweet marinate, kind of like a barbecue-teriyaki combination.”

So the next time you are on your way to a barbecue or party and need to pick up some food, step away from the usual bag of chips and stop at one of these locations to grab something that will really impress the guests, not to mention your grateful host.

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Road Races

The temperatures are heating up and it is time to lace up those running shoes. Road races will be held throughout Central Mass. for anyone who wants to participate, from beginnings to professionals, fast or slow, young or old – there is a race for everyone.

C MS 52 Week 5K When: Every Saturday at 9 a.m.

Location: Worcester State College, 486 Chandler St., Worcester Cost: $3 for CMC members, $5 for non-members Described as a “flat and fast 5K” on the group’s website, the CMS 52 Week 5K is a 52-week racing program with races every Saturday. Doughnuts, soda and water are available after each race. cmsrun.org/index.php/club-races/cms-52-week-5K MCPHSU Moving Forward 5K When: Saturday, June 14. Walkers start at 9:45 a.m., runners start at 10 a.m.

Location: Lake Quinsigamond State Park, 10 North Lake Ave., Worcester Cost: $25/$30 depending on date of registration This event is a fundraiser to benefit Lucy’s Love Bus, an organization that provides integrative therapy to children with terminal cancer, and The Foundation for PT, an organization that raises money for Physical Therapy Research. Proceeds from this event will be split between both organizations.

Summer Solstice 5K When: Saturday, June 14. Registration starts at 5 p.m., race starts at 6 p.m.

Location: Richards Memorial Library, 44 Richards Ave., Paxton Cost: $20 per participant, $15 if received in advance, 12 and under are $10.

Shirts will be given to the first 40 runners and trophies will be given to the top runners. Registration starts at 5 p.m. in the church parking lot across from Richards Memorial Library. townofpaxton.net Worcester Running Festival When: Sunday, June 15 at 7 a.m.

Location: Worcester Common in downtown Worcester Cost: Race-day fees are $70 for the Half Marathon, $35 for the 5K Run/Walk and $20 for the Youth 1K A Half Marathon, 5K Run/Walk and a Youth 1K will begin and end at the Worcester Common, behind Worcester City Hall. The total elevation gain of the Half Marathon route is 226 feet. runworcester.com/course/ Summer Solstice Sprint When: Friday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Location: Marion’s Camp, 4 Uxbridge Rd., Sutton Cost: For pricing, visit mramultisport.com/summersolstice/registration/ The Summer Solstice Sprint is a triathlon that consists of one-quarter mile swim in Lake Singletary, a 10 mile bike ride and a 5K run to finish. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Sutton Food Pantry and the Marion’s Camp Rejuvenation Fund. Additionally, participants are kindly asked to bring a nonperishable item to packet pick-up to donate to the Sutton Food Pantry. mramultisport.com/summersolstice/ Princeton 911 Run 5K When: Saturday, June 21 at 9 a.m.

Location: Thomas Prince School, 170 Sterling Rd., Princeton Cost: For more information, visit princeton911run.com The Princeton 911 Run 5K Race supports the emergency services personnel in Princeton. princeton911run.com Run or Dye Worcester June When: Saturday, June 21 at 9 a.m.

Location: Institute Park, Worcester Cost: Team Registration (four or more participants) is $52 per person from June 11-21. Individual Registration is $57 per person from June 11-21.

The Run or Dye race is a 5K in which runners are showered with safe, eco-friendly cornstarch dye every kilometer. Afterwards, there will be a Dye Festival with emcees. runordye.com/locations/Worcester PaulieStock 5K When: Sunday, June 22 at 11 a.m.

Location: 152 Green St., Worcester Cost: $35 The 5K race coincides with the last day of the Paulie’s New Orleans Jazz & Blues Festival. After the race, there will be a party in the festival grounds with music and complimentary refreshments and food.

Participants will receive a t-shirt and medal. baevents.com/pauliestock5Km/index.html 5 Mile Woodland Trail Runs When: June 26, July 31 and August 28 (all Thursdays). Registration starts at 5 p.m., race starts at 6 p.m.

Location: West Hill Park, Uxbridge Cost: $6 for pre-registration (up to five days before the race), TVFR members and under 18. Post- or dayof-race registration is $9. Runners over 70 register for free. Registering for all three races costs $16.

In their 17th year, the Woodland Trail Runs are a series of three races that are over 75 percent wooded.

Food and drinks will be provided and there will be a barbecue after the August 28 race. To get there, follow the signs for West Hill Park, not West Hill Dam. tri-valleyfrontrunners.com/woodland/woodland.html Fitchburg Police Relief Association 5K When: Saturday, June 28. Runners start at 12 p.m., walkers start at 11 a.m.

Location: Boulder Drive Parking Garage, Corner of Boulder Drive and Cushing Street, Fitchburg Cost: $20 before June 28, $25 afterwards.

Proceeds from the race will go to Boston Wounded Vets. The race is also certified by the USA Track & Field.

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Jungle Quest 5K When: Saturday, June 28. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m., runners start at 9 a.m., walkers start at 9:15 a.m.

Location: Quabbin Regional High School, 872 South St., Barre Cost: Adult registration is $20 from April 18-June 20 and $25 from June 21-June 27. Student registration is $10.

The second annual charity 5K the Jungle Quest is hosted by the Quabbin Education Foundation to raise money for QUEST, a volunteer nonprofit organization that provides “mini-grants” to teachers in the Quabbin School System. Refreshments provided by Barre Savings Bank will be available after the race and an awards ceremony afterwards. raceroster.com/events/2014/2637/jungle-quest-5K XTERRA French River Festival When: Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29.

Location: Oxford High School, 495 Main St., Oxford Cost: For pricing, visit mramultisport.com/frenchriver/registration/ The sprint distance off-road triathlon or duathlon, XTERRA French River Trail Run (either an 18K or 8K) and kids off-road duathlon takes place on Saturday, June 28 while the XTERRA Triathlon takes place on Sunday, June 29. The XTERRA Triathlon consists of a ½-mile swim in Carbuncle Pond, an 11-mile mountain bike course around and across the French River, and a 5.5-mile trail run.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the French River Connection and the Oxford Recreation Commission. The Sprint Triathlon and Duathlon start at 8:30 a.m., the EXTERRA Trail Run starts at 11 a.m., the Kids Duathlon starts at 1 p.m. and the XTERRA triathlon starts at 8:30 a.m. mramultisport.com/frenchriver/ Sprint Triathlon When: Sunday, June 29 at 8 a.m.

Location: Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main St., Sturbridge Cost: $75 individual and $100 team after June 1.

The Sprint Triathlon consists of a 3/10-mile swim, 12-mile bike ride, and 3.1-mile run. All athletes who register before June 1 will receive a shirt and additional shirts will be for sale on the day of the race. Proceeds will go to the Organ Transplant Fund of Massachusetts. botpp.org/events/sprint-triathlon-6-29-14/

Run Like the Dickens When: Sunday, July 13. Registration starts at 7 a.m., race starts at 8:30 a.m.

Location: Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd., Sturbridge Cost: $25 by June 8, $30 from June 9 -July 5, $40 from July 6-July 13 Consisting of a public trail run through Old Sturbridge Village, Run Like the Dickens supports the Bay State Equine Rescue, which rehabilitates and rehomes rescue horses. There will also be a kids’ stick horse race. baystateequinerescue.com/bser5K.shtml Iron Girl Webster Women’s Triathlon Event When: Sunday, July 20 at 7 a.m.

Location: Memorial Beach Park, Memorial Beach Drive, Webster Cost: Individual Sprint Distance is $105 until June 20, $115 until July 15 and $125 at packet pick-up. Three-Person Relay Team is $255 until June 20 and $275 until July 15. Two-Person Relay Team is $180 until June 20 and $200 until July 15.

The Iron Girl Triathlon consists of a 1/3-mile swim, 12-mile bike ride and a 3-mile run. All finishers will receive a custom Iron Girl medal. irongirl.com/Events/Webster.htm#axzz2RuJHGct7 MWCC Friends 5K Pairs Run/Walk When: Saturday, August 9. The 5K race starts at 9 a.m. and the Kids Fun Run starts at 11 a.m.

Location: Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner Cost: Before June 1, $40 for group registration and $20 for individual registration. After June 1, $50 for group registration and $25 for individual registration. Kids’ Fun Run is $5 before June 1 and $10 after.

Cash prizes and gift baskets will be awarded for the top three individual finishers and the top three finishing pairs. There will be t-shirts, raffles and goody bags for participants along with a free cookout with live entertainment. Kids participating in the Fun Run will receive a medal, prizes and a t-shirt. mwcc.edu/fitness/races/

Red Rock Warrior Challenge Triathlon When: Saturday, August 16 at 9 a.m.

Location: 66 W. Main St., Upton Cost: $75 for individual registration, $65 for juniors (16-19 years old) and $125 for relay teams.

The Red Rock Warrior Challenge Triathlon (RRWCT) starts with a 3.5-mile road run, a 12.5-mile bike loop and finishes with a 1.25 kayak leg. After the race, there will be an awards ceremony, a complimentary lunch provided by Red Rock Grill & Bar, live music with a DJ and beach volleyball. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, The One Fund Boston and the Nipmuc Warriors Football Boosters. redrockwarriorchallengetriathlon.com/index.html Westborough Sprint Triathlon When: Sunday, August 17 at 8 a.m.

Location: Westborough State Hospital, 288 Lyman St., Westborough Cost: For the road triathlon, $85 for individual entry and $130 for a relay team until July 17, $85 for individual entry and $140 for a relay team after July 17. The off-road triathlon is $65 until July 17 and $75 after. The Splash & Dash is $40 until July 17 and $75 after.

The fifth annual Westborough Sprint Triathlon offers three multisport divisions: a “road” triathlon that consists of a 0.25-mile swim, 14mile bike ride and a 3-mile run; an off-road triathlon consisting of a 0.25-mile swim, 5-mile off-road bike ride and a 3-mile run; and a “Splash & Dash” consisting of a 0.25-mile swim and a 3-mile run.

Proceeds will benefit the Westborough Rotary Club. sunmultisportevents.com/Westborough_Sprint.htm Devin Kravitz Memorial 5K When: Saturday, August 30 at 9 a.m.

Location: Leicester Senior Center, 40 Winslow Ave., Leicester Cost: $20 for ages 19 and older until August 20, $25 for ages 19 and older from August 21-August 30. $5 for ages 12-18 and free for ages 11 and younger.

The Devin Kravitz Memorial 5K is held in memory of Devin Kravitz who died from Myocarditis, a heart disease. All net proceeds of the race go to the American Heart Association and Myocarditis Foundation, specifically for research to reduce death caused by Myocarditis. Refreshments will be provided after the race, along with random drawings for prizes and kids events.dk5K.org

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Public Golf Courses STREET ADDRESS

NAME

CITY

ZIP CODE

PHONE

WEBSITE

NO. OF HOLES

TOTAL PAR FOR YARDAGE COURSE

Pakachoag Golf Course

15 Upland St.

Auburn

01501

508-755-3291

www.johnsongolfmanagement.com/pk.html

9

3,255

36

New England Country Club

180 Paine St.

Bellingham

02019

508-883-2300

www.newenglandcountryclub.com

18

6,483

71

Maplegate Country Club

160 Maple St.

Bellingham

02019

508-966-4040

www.maplegate.com

18

6,815

72

Berlin Country Club

25 Carr Rd.

Berlin

01503

978-838-2733

www.berlincountryclub.com

9

2,233

33

Twin Springs Golf Club

295 Wilder Rd.

Bolton

01740

978-779-5020

www.twinspringsgolf.com

9

2,592

34

Cyprian Keyes Golf Club

284 E.Temple St.

Boylston

01505

508-869-9900

www.cypriankeyes.com

27

6,871

72

Heritage Country Club

85 Sampson Rd.

Charlton

01507

508-248-5111

www.heritagecountryclub.com

18

6,710

71

Red Tail Golf Course

15 Bulge Rd.

Devens

01432

978-772-3273

www.redtailgolf.net

18

7,006

72

Bay Path Golf Course

193 N. Brookfield Rd.

East Brookfield

01515

508-867-8161

www.baypathgolf.com

18

5,592

72

Hemlock Ridge Golf Course

220 Holland St.

Fiskdale

01518

508-347-9935

www.hemlockridgegolfcourse.com

9

3,136

36

Millwood Farms Golf Course

175 Millwood St.

Framingham

01701

508-877-1221

www.millwoodgolfcourse.net

14

1,884

53

Gardner Municipal Golf Course

152 Eaton St.

Gardner

01440

978-632-9703

www.gardnergolfcourse.com

18

5,984

71

Highfields Golf and Country Club 42 Magill Dr.

Grafton

01519

508-839-1945

www.highfieldsgolfcc.com

18

7,021

72

Groton Pool and Golf Center

94 Lovers Ln.

Groton

01450

978-448-2564

www.grotoncountryclub.com

9

3,025

35

Shaker Hills Golf Club

146 Shaker Hill Rd.

Harvard

01451

978-772-3330

www.shakerhills.com

18

6,952

72

Pinecrest Golf Course

212 Prentice St.

Holliston

01746

508-429-9871

www.pinecrestgolfclub.org

18

4,206

66

Lancaster

01523

978-537-8922

www.lancastergolfcenter.com

9

1,125

27

The “Links” at Lancaster Golf Center 438 Old Union Tpke.

Leicester Country Club

1430 Main St.

Leicester

01524

508-892-1390

www.leicestercc.com

18

6,026

70

Settlers Crossing Golf Course *

994 Northfield Rd.

Lunenburg

01462

978-582-6694

www.settlersgolf.com

9

2,695

35

Maynard Golf Course **

50 Brown St.

Maynard

01754

978-637-2268

www.sterlinggolf.com/Maynard

9

3,003

35

Clearview Country Club

66 Park Hill Ave.

Millbury

01527

508-754-5654

www.clearviewcountryclub.com

9

2,724

35

Sassamon Trace Golf Course

233 S. Main St.

Natick

01760

508-655-1330

www.sassamontrace.com

9

2,400

32

Pine Ridge Country Club

28 Pleasant St.

North Oxford

01537

508-892-9188

www.pineridgegolf.net

18

6,002

71

Juniper Hill Golf Course Lakeside Course

202 Brigham St.

Northborough

01532

508-393-2444

www.juniperhillgc.com

18

6,282

71

Riverside Course

202 Brigham St.

Northborough

01532

508-393-2444

www.juniperhillgc.com

18

6,245

71

Shining Rock Golf Club

91 Clubhouse Ln.

Northbridge

01532

508-234-0400

www.shiningrock.com

18

6,783

72

Stonybrook Golf Course

70 Valley Rd.

Southborough

01772

508-485-3151

stonybrookgolf.wordpress.com

9

1,342

27

St. Mark’s Golf Club

32 Cordaville Rd.

Southborough

01772

508-460-0946

www.stmarksgolfclub.com

9

2,940

35

Royal Oaks Country Club

381 Morris St.

Southbridge

01550

508-764-4653

18

6,516

72

Stow Acres Country Club North Course

58 Randall Rd.

Stow

01775

978-568-1100

www.stowacres.com

18

6,797

72

South Course

58 Randall Rd.

Stow

01775

978-568-1100

www.stowacres.com

18

6,520

72

Butternut Farm Golf Club

115 Wheeler Rd.

Stow

01775

978-897-3400

www.butternutfarm.com

18

6,302

70

Templewood Golf Course

160 Brooks Rd.

Templeton

01468

978-939-5031

www.templewoodgolfcourse.com

18

6,067

70

Townsend Ridge Country Club

40 Scaled Ln.

Townsend

01469

978-597-8400

www.townsendridge.com

18

6,188

70

Edgewood Golf Course

757 W. Hartford Ave.

Uxbridge

01569

508-278-6027

www.douglasflea.com

9

2,355

32

Sandy Burr Country Club

103 Cochituate Rd.

Wayland

01778

508-358-7211

www.sandyburr.com

18

6,412

72

Wayland Country Club

121 Old Sudbury Rd.

Wayland

01778

508-358-4775

www.wayland-country-club.com

18

5,880

70

Indian Meadows Golf Course

275 Turnpike Rd.

Westborough

01581

508-836-5460

www.acaciafunctions.com

9

3,250

35

The Woods of Westminster

90 Bean Porridge Hill Rd. Westminster

01473

978-874-0500

www.woodsofwestminster.com

18

6,500

72

The Winchendon School Golf Course 435 Spring St. (Rte. 12) Winchendon

01475

978-297-9897

www.winchgolf.com

18

5,512

70

Green Hill Golf Course

01605

508-799-1359

www.greenhillgc.com

18

6,485

72

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Fairs and Festivals Italian Festival June 13, from 4-9 p.m.

St. Boniface Parish, 817 Massachusetts Ave., Lunenburg The festival will feature band Beatles for Sale, The Tribute, from 5:30-8 p.m. In case of rain, concert will move inside to church hall.

Wachusett Brewfest June 14, from 1-7 p.m.

Wachusett Brewery, 175 State Road East, Westminster Tickets are $25 when purchased online and if available, $30 at the door until tickets run out. This is a 21-plus event and bags are prohibited with the exception of women’s handbags that are subject to search. There will be live music, giveaways, games, food and, of course, beer. More information at wachusettbrew.com/brewfest.html.

Paxton Days June 14, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Behind Paxton Center School, 19 West St., Paxton The annual event includes farm animals, town vehicles, blacksmith displays, a car show and more than 50 vendors.

Antiques and Arts Fair on Grafton Common June 21, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Grafton Common, Grafton The fair will feature 50 exhibitors, as well as historic demonstrations, appraisals and live music. Proceeds will benefit the programs of the Grafton Historical Society. Admission is $5 and if you visit their website and print out the advertisement, there is a $1 discount. Parking is free around the Common and on side streets.

Learn more at graftonhistoricalsociety.org/antiques-arts-fair-satjune-21-2014/.

Old Fashioned Strawberry Festival June 22, from 4-7 p.m.

First Church of Christ Unitarian, 725 Main St., Lancaster Held on the lawn of the historic First Church, this festival features homemade food, including strawberry shortcake, of course! For more information, visit firstchurchlancasterma.org.

Beers for Good June 28, from 1-7 p.m.

Riverfront Park, Fitchburg All proceeds from Beers for Good go toward local charities. The festival has three goals: to raise money for a good cause, to educate the public about the great variety of craft beers in the region and to attract people to the city of Fitchburg. With over 45 brewers and cider makers making an appearance at the festival, as well as several musical acts, you can enjoy drinks and entertainment while benefitting charity. This is a 21-plus event and admission is $10 per person. Parking is free on the street or at the two parking garages across the street from the event. More details at beersforgood.com.

14th Annual African American Juneteenth Festival June 28, from 2-6 p.m.

Institute Park, Worcester The festival has celebrated the African-American community since 2000. There will be a variety of cuisine offered, from southern to Caribbean to African, as well as live music, performers and vendors

selling handmade jewelry, afro-centric art and clothing, books, homemade oils and more. There will also be an African-American History interactive workshop. More information at juneteenthfestival. org/index.php/home/about-2014-festival.

Finnish Summer Festival June 29 Saima Park, 61 Scott Rd., Fitchburg For details, visit saima-park.org.

Rutland Fourth of July celebration July 3-5 Rutland Center This year’s theme is Christmas in July. Events include fireworks on July 3, a doll carriage parade, pancake breakfasts, concerts and a chicken barbecue, as well as the traditional parade. For more information, including times and specific locations, visit rutlandma4thofjuly.org.

Experience Gardner Festival & Sidewalk Sale August 1, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and August 2, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Downtown Gardner For two days, downtown Gardner is converted into a street fair featuring community exhibits and demonstrations, performing artists, the area’s largest game of musical chairs, a beach party on Parker Street, kids’ games and more. Vendors from local shops and businesses will sell merchandise.

Learn more at gardnersquaretwo.com/downtown-gardnerevents/75th-annual-experience-gardner-sidewalk-sale/.

The Bolton Fair August 8-10 318 Seven Bridge Rd., Lancaster The fair will be open three full days, from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (the midway will be open until 10 p.m.) The Midway preview is on Thursday, August 7 from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. with free admission to the midway and $20 for a wristband. Admission on August 8-10 is $10 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for children ages 7-12 and military personnel and free for children ages 6 and under. A multi-day pass, which is good for all three days, is $15 for adults and $9 for children ages 7-12. Activities include a demolition derby on August 8, racing pigs, monster trucks on August 9 and 10, an Old Time Lumberjack Show, a sheep herding demonstration, live music and more. More information at boltonfair.org.

Silver Kingdom Renaissance Festival August 16-17, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Ye Old Commons, 120 Northside Rd., Charlton The 8th annual Silver Kingdom Renaissance Festival transports guests back in time to a medieval realm with knights in shining armor. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for children ages 5-12 and free for children under 4. A senior discount and veterans discount are available. $2 of every full-priced ticket will go to the Wounded Warrior Project. A variety of vendors will be selling products at the festival along with various musical performances. For more details, visit silverkingdomfestival.com.

Holden Days August 22-23 Main Street, Holden Holden Days will start with a bang this year, as Oriol Health Care marks its 50th anniversary with a Fireworks Festival on Friday, August 22 on the grounds of Wachusett Regional High School.

A live music and multimedia show will take place from 7-9 p.m., followed by fireworks. Holden Days continue from 9-3 p.m. on Saturday, August 23 at various locations along Main Street.

Admission to all venues is free. The event offers music, food, an antique car show and entertainment for all ages. Music will be featured on the Main Stage behind Damon House. Right next to the music is the Food Court, highlighting area businesses. A cappella group Post Road Chorus will perform at the gazebo in front of the Senior Center on Main Street. The same location will showcase the Art Lot and Craft Corner for juried local artisans. The Kids Court has entertainers, activities and yearly favorite, the Roaming Railroad.

Antique cars will be on display in the Walgreen’s parking lot and a yard sale and Boy Scout pavilion will be held at First Congregational Church. Parking is available at Wachusett Regional High School and free shuttles will run between the high school and the town center where Holden Days takes place.

Peach Festival August 15-17 Carlson Orchards, 115 Oak Hill Rd., Harvard Guests can enjoy fresh peaches from the trees, live music, a cookout, hayrides in the orchard, peach crisp, pies and vendors will be offering samples and selling their products. For more information, visit carlsonorchards.com.

Country MusicFest August 16, from 12-6 p.m.

Wachusett Mountain, 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton The festival will feature local and national country music on two stages. Food and beer will be available for purchase. A craft vendor market will be available between sets and the SkyRide will offer guests the opportunity to take a ride on the chair lift to the top of the mountain. Prior to the event, a 5-mile run/walk from Wachusett Brewery to Wachusett Mountain will be held to support the Katie Hewson Memorial Fund. The race kicks off at 10 a.m. For tickets, visit wachusett.com.

Wachusett Labor Day Family Fun Days August 31-September 1, from 12-4 p.m.

Wachusett Mountain, 499 Mountain Rd., Princeton Wachusett Mountain Ski Area hosts its annual Labor Day ski and snowboard sale and welcomes families to enjoy a variety of activities, including a swing set, moonwalk, face painters, volleyball, field games, a SkyRide, barbecue lunch and more.

Sterling Fair Sept. 5-7 121 Greenland Rd. (Sterling Airport) The Sterling Fair has beomce a local tradition. The fair, which emphasizes agriculture and education with agricultural displays, rides, vendors and a variety of food options, will also feature fireworks at 9:45 p.m. on Sept. 5. Admission is free although donations are welcome. For more information, visit sterlingfair.org.

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Sounds of Summer CORLYN VOORHEES DISC JAM MUSIC FESTIVAL Camp Coldbrook, 864 Old Coldbrook Rd., Barre discjammusicfestival.com A three-day musical festival from June 13-15, Disc Jam Music Festival features 60 musical performances on three stages starting at 10:30 a.m. daily. Other activities include late-night silent disco, kids’ activities, a late-night acoustic stage, live painting, installation artists, yoga sessions and hula hoop workshops. Grass or woods camping is available. Check out discjamtickets.bigcartel.com for ticket prices.

MASSACHUSETTS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS masymphony.org The Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra has held its annual admission-free Summer Family Concert series, consisting of three shows in July, since 1951. 2014 will mark its 64th year of presenting outdoor concerts, each of which will be broadcasted on WCUW, 91.3 FM. Thursday, July 3, 8 p.m., East Park (rain dates July 5 and 6) Features an Independence Day theme with works primarily

by American composers and highlights from Broadway musicals.

Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and Sousa marches will play during the course of the fireworks display. Sunday, July 13, 7 p.m., Institute Park (rain date July 20). A “Classics to Broadway” concert that will feature classic symphonic repertoire and highlights from current Broadway shows. Sunday, July 20, 7 p.m., Institute Park (rain date July 27). A “Salute to Disney” show that will feature music from Disney classics, including the recent blockbuster “Frozen.”

TWILIGHT AT TWIGS CAFÉ 11 French Dr., Boylston towerhillbg.org Every Wednesday night during the summer, Twigs Café at the Tower Hill Botanic Garden hosts Twilight at Twigs Café, offering seasonal cuisine along with local musical talent. The garden will remain open until 9 p.m. and the concerts are free with admission.

June 18, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., The jazz/pop duo Two of Us performs; June 25, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Luanne Crosby performs on her ukulele; July 2, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Joseph Blanchard, self-taught pianist and composer, performs on piano; July 9, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Worcester resident Vannga Tran performs on piano; July 16, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.. Mirror Image, consisting of Tom Ewart and Jeff Mac, play jazz-instrumental music on guitar; July 23, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Ohio-native David Ropar, a songwriter and composer, performs original songs and classic hits on piano; July 30, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; Worcester resident Vannga Tran performs on piano; August 8, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Singer/songwriter Glen Hillard performs gospel/blues/ragtime and traditional jazz and folk styles; August 13, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Joseph Blanchard, self-taught pianist and composer, performs on piano; August 20, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., The Furies, consisting of singer Jenni Wiech and pianist Jeff Kimball, perform jazz and pop music

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TOWER HILL BOTANIC GARDEN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 11 French Dr., Boylston towerhillbg.org In addition to the Twilight at Twigs Café series, Tower Hill Botanic Garden hosts live music on its lawn.

Sunday, July 13, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.; Roomful of Blues performs jumpy, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B music. Advanced tickets cost $30 for members, $40 for nonmembers ($3 surcharge for tickets purchased on day of concert). Sunday, August 17, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.; Jenny Dee & the Deelinquents will perform rock and soul music from the ’60s and ’70s. Admission is free for Boylston residents, Tower Hill members and guests who enter the garden with regular admission.

FRUITLANDS MUSEUM SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 102 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard fruitlands.org Every Thursday from June 19 to July 24, Fruitlands Museum offers music by the Concord Band, a symphonic concert band.

All concerts begin at 7:15 p.m. and admission is per car: $10 for museum members and $15 for nonmembers.

Thursday, June 19, “Songs of Summer” theme; Thursday, June 26, “Fruitlands Centennial Celebration” theme Thursday, July 3, “American Salute” theme; Thursday, July 10, “From Broadway to Hollywood,” music that became movies theme; Thursday, July 17, “Flying High,” celebrating the anniversary of the moon landing and maiden voyages theme Thursday, July 24, “A Summer Retrospective” theme INDIAN RANCH 2014 CONCERT SERIES 200 Gore Rd., Webster indianranch.com Sunday, June 22, 2 p.m., George Thorogood and the Destroyers. Reserved tickets $52.50 and $57.50; general admission $40; Sunday, June 29, 2 p.m., Jamey Johnson. Reserved tickets $40 and $45; general admission $27.50; Sunday, July 13, 2 p.m., Blues at the Beach featuring B.B. King with Robert Randolph and The Family Band and Shemekia Copeland. Reserved tickets $54.50 and $59.50; general admission $42; Saturday, July 19, 2 p.m., The Marshall Tucker Band. Reserved tickets $32.50 and $37.50; general admission $20; Sunday, July 20, 2 p.m., Barenaked Ladies. Reserved tickets $54.50 and $59.50; general admission $42; Sunday, July 27, 2 p.m., Happy Together Tour 2014 featuring: The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Chuck Negron formerly of Three Dog Night, Mark Farner formerly of Grand Funk Railroad, Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels and Gary Lewis & The Playboys. Reserved tickets $42.50 and $47.50; general admission $30; Saturday, August 2, 2 p.m., Scotty McCreery. Reserved tickets $42.50 and $47.50; general admission $30; Saturday, August 9, 2 p.m., The Mavericks. Reserved tickets $39.50 and $44.50; general admission $27; Sunday, August 17, 2 p.m., The Beach Boys. Reserved tickets $49.50 and $54.50; general

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admission $37; Saturday, August 23, 2 p.m., The FabFour. Reserved tickets $39 and $44; general admission $26.50; Saturday, August 30, 2 p.m., Thompson Square.

Reserved tickets $49.50 and $54.50; general admission $37 OUT TO LUNCH CONCERT SERIES 455 Main St., Worcester facebook.com/OutToLunchConcertSeries Every Thursday from June 19 through August 21, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., live bands, dancers, poets, artists, farmers, food and crafters will be at the Worcester Common.

ELM PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Elm Park at Highland Street and Park Ave., Worcester facebook.com/pages/Park-Spirit/112162203491?ref=mf Every Thursday from July 10 through August 14, from 6:30 p.m.8:30 p.m. Worcester Magazine is a sponsor of this year’s Elm Park Summer Concert Series.

July 10, The Beatles night with a live performance by Union Jack; July 17, The 20-piece swing band The Milford Big Jazz Machine Orchestra performs; July 24, Country night with Mychael David with The Help Wanted Band (Nashville recording artist), featuring their No. 1 hit “Nothin.”; July 31, Performance by legendary R&B singer Toni-Lynn Washington; August 7, Swinging soul night with The Love Dogs; August 14, Jump blues with Little Red and the Riders JJ’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL ACOUSTIC SERIES 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough jbag.biz Every Thursday through September 26, from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Local artists will play acoustic sets on the deck.

June 12, The Cosby Sweaters; June 19, Belit; June 26, Jodee Frawlee and Brian Eggleston; July 3, Frank Hinckley; July 10, James Keyes; July 17, Roger Lavallee; July 24, Billy Claire; July 31, The Britt Wits; August 7, Duncan Arsenault; August 14, Tim Leavitt; August 21, Frank Hinckley; August 28, Eddie Wyllie and Jeffrey Baker; September 4, Pat Hogan LEOMINSTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Carter Park, 107 Main St., Leominster Held every Thursday evening now through September 11, with the exception of July 10 and 17, from 7-9 p.m., the series presents live music, along with food by vendors Roamin’ Pizza, Thailicous and Zippy’s Hot Dogs.

NEWTON SQUARE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Newton Square Park, at Highland and Pleasant streets, Worcester Live music in Newton Square Park every Thursday from July 8 through August 12 starting at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free.

For more information, email newtonhill@charter.net or call 508791-3146.

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PAULIE’S NOLA JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL 152 Green St., Worcester baevents.com/pauliesnolabluesandjazzfestival/index.html The 7th annual Paulie’s NOLA Jazz & Blues Festival brings the famous New Orleans & Louisiana jazz, blues, country, funk and zydeco music to Worcester, along with an assortment of Louisianastyle cuisine and refreshments for sale.

Friday, June 20, from 7 p.m.-12 a.m.

Saturday, June 21, from 12 p.m.-12 a.m.

Sunday, June 22, from 12-9:30 p.m.

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PEANUT BUTTER AND JAM IN THE PARK Elm and Main streets, Millbury The Millbury Improvement Initiative (MII) presents the annual

free summer concert series on Fridays in July and August.

Peanut Butter & Jam in the Park is held downtown on the Common.

All shows are 12-1 p.m. with an alternate rain location at the Elm Draught House, 35 Elm St. Schedule of performers will be announced soon. Past performances include big band, jazz, rock, blues and many other styles.

STERLING FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Memorial Park in Sterling Concerts take place every Monday and Wednesday, from July 2 to Monday, August 25, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Wednesday, July 2, Air National Guard Band of the Northeast, consisting of 44 members, kick off the Sterling Summer Concert series for the July 4th weekend; Monday, July 7, Rampage Trio performs high energy, blues-rock boogie music; Wednesday, July 9, Borelli Octet performs original arrangements from the Dave Pell Octet as a tribute to Worcester-born trumpet player Don Fagerquist; Monday, July 14, Transistors perform’ 60s music; Wednesday, July 16, 4EverFab perform songs by The Beatles; Monday, July 21, Side Effects, an acoustic band, performs classic, current and original rock music from artists such as the Allman Brothers and Neil Young; Wednesday, July 23, Worcester Country Bluegrass All Stars features songwriter Paul Della Valle and Walter Crockett accompanied by local acoustic musicians; Monday, July 28, Help Wanted performs a high-energy country show; Wednesday, July 30, The Golden Road Band, a Leominster-based country band, performs a mixture of modern country, traditional country, southern rock, blues and classic rock; Monday, August 4, The Nowheremen perform songs by The Beatles; Wednesday, August 6, Stonethrow, a five-piece band based in Sterling, performs

classic rock; Monday, August 11, Wachusett Community Band, consisting of over 25 musicians from the Wachusett area, perform a variety of marches, show tunes and more; Wednesday, August 18, The Main Event covers various artists, from Frank Sinatra to Elvis to Frankie Valli; Monday, August 25, The Blue Flames, a four-piece band based in Sterling, ends the series with a variety of music from classic to rock.

(Make-up dates for postponed concerts due to inclement weather are Wednesdays, August 13 and 20) WORCESTER CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY SUMMER FESTIVAL CONCERTS Clark University, Razzo Hall/Traina Center, 92 Downing St., Worcester worcesterchambermusic.org/summer-festival/about The 2014 WCMS Summer Festival includes four concerts by members of Worcester Chamber Music Society and guest artists.

All concerts begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 for adults, $25 for seniors, $15 for families of the participants and free for children under 17 (10-percent discount for all four concerts, enter the code SERIES4 at online checkout).Tickets are available at the door or on the website.

Tuesday, July 8; Thursday, July 10; Tuesday, July 15; Thursday, July 17 OXHEAD TAVERN DECK ENTERTAINMENT 366 Main St., Sturbridge sturbridgehosthotel.com Live music every weekend outside on the deck. For more information, call 508-347-7393.

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