Boston by Foot Tour: Evolution of Quincy Market, Boston, MA
Wednesday, June 1, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Cost -- $48 tour & lunch
Imagine the amazement of the Boston population in 1826 when Quincy Market was opened as a public market. The innovative use of granite and glass made a definitive statement about Boston's emergence as a major city. Since that time Quincy Market has seen glory days and dismal periods. The roller coaster history of this market complex is worth an in dept look into the evolution of the marketplace from produce and meat distribution center to a tourist mecca since 1976.
Imagine the amazement of the Boston population in 1826 when Quincy Market was opened as a public market. The innovative use of granite and glass made a definitive statement about Boston's emergence as a major city. Since that time Quincy Market has seen glory days and dismal periods. The roller coaster history of this market complex is worth an in dept look into the evolution of the marketplace from produce and meat distribution center to a tourist mecca since 1976.
Freisians of Majesty Tour & Show, Townshend, VT
Monday, June 20, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Cost -- $59 includes tour, show and lunch
We will be able to interact with the beautiful, majestic horses on a guided tour of their European style barns... Meet spectacular stallions, Othello and Mathijs!... Interact with their babies in the mare/foal barn... Watch a captivating show as dressage freestyle is exhibited, driving is demonstrated, and a beautiful Friesian with her baby runs at liberty, all to inspiring music! Audience questions are encouraged, and photo opportunities abound with these unique horses. Following our visit we'll enjoy lunch at the Townshend Dam Diner.
We will be able to interact with the beautiful, majestic horses on a guided tour of their European style barns... Meet spectacular stallions, Othello and Mathijs!... Interact with their babies in the mare/foal barn... Watch a captivating show as dressage freestyle is exhibited, driving is demonstrated, and a beautiful Friesian with her baby runs at liberty, all to inspiring music! Audience questions are encouraged, and photo opportunities abound with these unique horses. Following our visit we'll enjoy lunch at the Townshend Dam Diner.
Palace Theater's Billy Elliot the Musical, Manchester, NH
Saturday, June 25, 10 AM – 5:30 PM Cost -- $62 show & lunch
Set in a northern British mining town during the miners' strike of 1984, Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young boy's fight to make his dream come true. Follow Billy's journey from boxing ring to ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that unites his family, inspires his community and changes his life forever. Featuring iconic music by Elton John, phenomenal dance and a powerful story, experience this uplifting and spectacular theatrical event that has won the hearts of millions around the world. Prior to our show we'll enjoy lunch at the Airport Diner.
Set in a northern British mining town during the miners' strike of 1984, Billy Elliot is the inspirational story of a young boy's fight to make his dream come true. Follow Billy's journey from boxing ring to ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that unites his family, inspires his community and changes his life forever. Featuring iconic music by Elton John, phenomenal dance and a powerful story, experience this uplifting and spectacular theatrical event that has won the hearts of millions around the world. Prior to our show we'll enjoy lunch at the Airport Diner.
Music at the Meeting House, Amesbury, MA
Sunday, June 26 10:30 AM - 4 PM Cost: $47 for program and brunch
We'll start with brunch at the Morning Buzz Cafe, then it's on to the Rocky Hill Meeting House where the Connexion Shape-Note Singers will bring the meeting house alive with music from the period in which it was built - Early America. The Meeting House is a perfect place to experience the powerful sound of these old harmonies so rugged they can lift you right out of your chair.
We'll start with brunch at the Morning Buzz Cafe, then it's on to the Rocky Hill Meeting House where the Connexion Shape-Note Singers will bring the meeting house alive with music from the period in which it was built - Early America. The Meeting House is a perfect place to experience the powerful sound of these old harmonies so rugged they can lift you right out of your chair.
