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Welcome to the Heart of Massachusetts One of the greatest assets we have in Central Massachusetts is our seasons From the spectacular fall foliage to exciting winter sports we offer everything outdoor aficionados crave If you want to come in from the cold the region boasts world renowned museums dining attractions accommodations and experiences to meet the needs of any individual or family The company we keep and the experiences we create are how lasting memories are made We challenge you to get out of your comfort zone and try something new this fall and winter Create a craft beer bucket list and discover the many breweries in the region Gather a group of friends and enjoy a glass wine and a gourmet meal in an igloo at Lock 50 Laugh out loud at The WooHaha Comedy Club and experience Neon Mural 5 a new and lighted POW WOW Worcester art installation Bring the family tubing at Ski Ward or start a new tradition with Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village We hope that you will take some time this fall and winter to enjoy life create memories and fall in love with Central Massachusetts We ll help you get started Here are a few Editor s Picks Kick off the PYO apple season at Douglas Orchard and Farm s Apple Festival Enjoy live music an apple bake contest performances and fun for the whole family on September 19th Get nostalgic with a vinyl record at Joe s Albums in Worcester Make sure to spark up a conversation with Joe and share your love of music E mbrace the holiday season with a tour of Vaillancourt Folk Art one of America s premier Christmas studios and producer of hand painted collectible chalk ware figures Discover the Sutton Chain of Lights a town wide holiday event featuring trolley rides animals shopping children s activities and lots of holiday cheer Meet Bruce and learn how to make maple syrup at Pure BS in Auburn Tour the maple farm and learn how maple syrup is made Sugaring season is in February and March Escape the cold and tour one of our many amazing art galleries or museums including ArtsWorcester Worcester PopUp American Heritage Museum EcoTarium Worcester Art Museum Russian Museum of Icons Worcester Historical Museum or Old Sturbridge Village We hope that you have a great time in Central Mass Stephanie Ramey Executive Director Discover Central Massachusetts Worcester Common 4 discovercentralma org

Lake Park Central Massachusetts Visitors Guide Fall Winter 2019 20 On the Cover Lock 50 Worcester 36 Discover Local 6 Discover Main Street Worcester 40 10 Activities for the Last Days of Winter 7 Maps 42 Discover Sleep 8 Discover Play 46 Discover Shopping 16 Calendar of Events 52 A Romantic Getaway in Sturbridge 24 Discover Taste 54 8 Places to Spark Curiosity in Central MA 30 6 Unique Foodie Spots You Need to Visit 56 Discover Venues 34 Fall Foliage Trip 58 Services Executive Director Stephanie Ramey Director of Sales Monique Messier Membership and Marketing Coordinator Jacklyn Joncas Sales Manager Dustin Boucher Interns Lauren Banfield Halie Saldana Sales David Simone Chris Reddy Publisher Paul Giorgio Photography Cheslea CreekmoreOuellet Scott Erb Donna Dufault Editor Sloane Perron Art Director Carl Marzolini discovercentralma org info discovercentralma org 508 753 1550 Funded in part by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism Discover Central Massachusetts Visitors Guide is published by Pagio Inc All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reprinted or otherwise reproduced without written consent of the publisher Pagio Inc 88 Winter St Apt 2D Worcester MA 508 756 5006 discovercentralma org 5

Joe s Albums Discover MAIN STREET A city s downtown shouldn t look like a freeway it should be an active and bustling neighborhood filled with people Right now Main Street is undergoing an 11 million reimagining complete with modern urban design aimed at shaping a destination rather than a waypoint A number of small businesses have sprung up in recent years to make our wildest downtown dreams come true Take your time making your way down Main Street this season Sweet Jane s Designer Consignment The Muse Main Street s high end designer consignment shop is masterminded by Worcester s stylist in chief AJ Setaro Sweet Jane s boasts carefully curated designer items for the huntress fashionista and style queen in all of us The shop is always buzzing with activity Cross the threshold of Sweet Jane s hand tiled Worcester love mosaic and you ll find Chanel Louis Vuitton and Prada at your finger and toe tips Owner John Rinaldo loves making Italian cocktails Take advantage of The Muse s sprawling selection of Amari and test his knowledge on the subject The Muse is a perfect place for a drink before or after your Main Street stroll 120 Main Street Worcester deadhorse hill 281 Main Street Worcester deadhorse hill is located in the former Bay State House Hotel which used to be home to the Worcester Automobile Club The space is riddled with history and teeming with world class cuisine Executive Chef Jared Forman changes his American seasonal menu nightly to reflect the freshest ingredients and the most innovative techniques deadhorse hill s natural wine and cocktail programs are second to none The Palladium 261 Main St Worcester The Palladium is a historic concert venue that offers shows all year round All shows are general admissions and open to all ages unless otherwise specified Stop in and catch one of their many popular shows this season such as Colt Ford Bearly Dead or Despised Icon 536 Main Street Worcester Crust Artisan Bakeshop and North Main Provisions 118 Main Street 122 Main Street Worcester Alexis Kelleher and Nate Rossi operate a bakery in conjunction with their new wine and cheese shop Both concepts have opened the community s eyes and mouths to unique and delicious products As downtown Worcester grows into a family friendly neighborhood Crust and North Main provide a local grocery option for residents The establishments work hand in hand to provide creative catering options including bagels sandwiches cheese and charcuterie Don t Forget Franklin Street If you re still in the neighborhood there s more to downtown than just Main Street Beer Garden Worcester located at 64 Franklin Street is the perfect destination to sample an array of delicious craft beers The Beer Garden s terrace is open Spring to Fall with live music and heaters for those chilly nights Joe s Albums A few doors down prepare to laugh out at WooHaHa a standup and improv comedy club also located on Franklin Street Joe s Albums offers high quality new and used vinyl The shop is meticulously organized and always well stocked You ll likely encounter Joe himself at some point during your visit He is well equipped to answer music related questions and will make expert recommendations at your request Visit the Worcester PopUP a collaborative effort with the Worcester Cultural Coalition to spark creative entrepreneurship at 20 Franklin Street The beautiful gallery is available for workshops community events and performances In 2020 they will open the Blackbox Theater providing additional performance space 317 Main Street Worcester Addie Lee s Soul Food 596 Main St Worcester Inspired by grandma s cooking Addie Lee s serves Southern style fried chicken homestyle mac and cheese and their infamous cornbread Each dish is created with love and devotion Large portions of amazing comfort food with outstanding service in a friendly and homey environment You ll also find plenty of POW WOW Worcester murals around every corner including the most recent addition of neon lights in Allen Court Alley courtesy of Spidertag Don t forget the ice skating rink located on the Worcester Common Oval open all winter long To learn more download the Discover Central Ma App available for Android and iPhone 6 discovercentralma org

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With museums theaters and a bustling nightlife there s plenty to do in Central Massachusetts If you re with kids check out the EcoTarium or Old Sturbridge Village On your own Then catch an exhibit at ArtsWorcester or check out a show at The Hanover Theatre If you like the outdoors you ll love Central Massachusetts with its reservoirs hiking and wildlife sanctuaries Whatever your interests Central Massachusetts has something for you You can dream of live entertainment or you can Discover Mechanics Hall and performances by Music Worcester Mechanics Hall

PLAY Some of the listings in this section are seasonal To check the availability of a particular business or for more information visit discovercentralma org ATTRACTIONS American Antiquarian Society 185 Salisbury Street Worcester 508 755 5221 American Heritage Museum 568 Main Street Hudson 978 562 9182 Clara Barton Birthplace Museum 66 Clara Barton Road North Oxford 508 987 2056 Worcester Historical Museum 30 Elm Street Worcester 508 753 8278 RECREATION 501 Disc Golf 501 Old West Brookfield Road Warren 413 575 7706 AMF Auburn Lanes 101 Southbridge Street Auburn 508 791 5700 Hang Glide New England Tanner Hiller Airport 298 McEvoy Road New Braintree 603 690 5200 Wachusett Mountain Ski Area 499 Mountain Road Princeton 978 464 2300 Lakeview Marine 311 Thompson Road Webster 508 461 6020 West End Creamery 481 Purgatory Road Whitinsville 508 234 2022 Live Action Escapes 1 Exchange Street Worcester 508 753 1856 Worcester JCC 633 Salisbury Street Worcester 508 756 7109 Maple Hill Disc Golf 132 Marshall Street Leicester 508 754 3472 ARTS CULTURE EcoTarium 222 Harrington Way Worcester 508 929 2700 Boundless Adventures 154 River Road West Berlin 978 293 8777 Museum of Russian Icons 203 Union Street Clinton 978 598 5000 Breezy Picnic Grounds Waterslides 520 Northwest Main Street Douglas 508 476 2664 Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road Sturbridge 800 733 1830 Colonial Bowling Center 248 Mill Street Worcester 508 754 7645 Nuthin But Fun 1 Waterman Street Worcester 866 386 8463 The Optical Heritage Museum 12 Crane Street Southbridge 774 230 8016 Crystal Caves 790 Southbridge Street Auburn 508 832 0797 Putters Miniature Golf 360 Worcester Road Charlton 508 434 0466 Iris and B Gerald Cantor Art Gallery 1 College Street Worcester 508 793 3356 Bogey Lanes 199 North Brookfield Road East Brookfield 508 867 6629 Ski Ward 1000 Main Street Shrewsbury 508 842 6346 Paint2Gether 256 Millbury Street Auburn 508 335 7253 Escape Games 108 Grove Street Worcester 855 372 4263 Smash the Room 108 Grove Street Worcester Preservation Worcester 10 Cedar Street Worcester 508 754 8760 The Shrewsbury Club 3 Tennis Drive Shrewsbury 508 845 1000 Raices Latin Dance 19 Temple Street Worcester 917 517 4907 Treasure Valley Scout Reservation 394 Pleasantdale Road Rutland 508 886 2213 Sbrogna s Artistic Promotions 9 Diane Avenue Auburn 508 318 3267 Tri State Amusements 35 Chase Ave Dudley 508 671 9030 The Sprinkler Factory 38 Harlow Street Worcester Salisbury Mansion 40 Highland Street Worcester 508 753 8278 Southwick s Zoo 2 Southwick Street Mendon 800 258 9182 Tower Hill Botanic Garden 11 French Drive Boylston 508 869 6111 Worcester Art Museum 55 Salisbury Street Worcester 508 799 4406 10 discovercentralma org Evolution Sports Facility 137 Shrewsbury Street West Boylston 508 835 6604 Giguere s Gym 148 Main Street Leicester 508 892 3797 Mohegan Bowl 51 Thompson Road Webster 508 949 2695 Newton Hill Disc Golf 299 Highland Street Worcester 508 791 3146 The Art Lab Gallery 716 Southbridge Street Auburn 508 789 7035 ArtsWorcester 44 Portland Street Worcester 508 755 5142 Clayground 65 James Street 11 Worcester 508 755 7776

Traina Center for the Arts 92 Downing Street Worcester 508 793 7113 Worcester Center for Crafts 25 Sagamore Road Worcester 508 753 8183 Master Singers of Worcester 215 Mountain Street East Worcester 508 842 1349 The Worcester Youth Orchestras 325 Main Street Worcester 508 281 9976 Mechanics Hall 321 Main Street Worcester 508 752 5608 NIGHTLIFE Worcester PopUp 20 Franklin Street Worcester 508 561 0173 Music Worcester 319 Main Street Worcester 508 754 3231 MUSIC THEATER New England Jazz Enrichment Foundation 553 Sunderland Road Worcester 616 564 3506 Calliope Productions 150 Main Street Boylston 508 869 6887 The Center at Eagle Hill 242 Old Petersham Road Hardwick 413 477 6746 Crocodile River Music 44 Portland Street Worcester 7th Floor 508 792 2787 Pakachoag Music School of Greater Worcester 10 Irving Street Worcester 508 791 8159 The Palladium 261 Main Street Worcester 508 797 9696 Salisbury Singers 370 Main Street Suite 1200 Worcester 508 799 3848 The DCU Center Arena and Convention Center 50 Foster Street Worcester 508 755 6800 Stageloft Repertory Theater 450A Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 9005 Elm Draught House Cinema 35 Elm Street Millbury 508 865 2850 Tuckerman Hall 10 Tuckerman Street Worcester 508 754 1234 The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts 2 Southbridge Street Worcester 877 571 7469 ValleyCAST 50 Douglas Road Whitinsville 508 234 6232 Indian Ranch 200 Gore Road Webster 508 943 3871 Joy of Music Program 1 Gorham Street Worcester 508 856 9541 Joe s Albums 317 Main Street Worcester 508 796 5352 Ballot Box 11 Kelley Square Worcester 508 479 4520 Beatnik s 433 Park Avenue Worcester 508 926 8877 Beer Garden Worcester 64 Franklin Street Worcester 774 530 9000 Break Away Billiards 104 Sterling Street Clinton 978 365 6105 Compass Tavern 90 Harding Street Worcester 508 304 6044 Electric Haze 26 Millbury Street Worcester Loft 266 Bar Lounge 266 Park Avenue Worcester 508 796 5177 MB Lounge 40 Grafton Street Worcester 508 799 4521 Michael s Cigar Bar 1 Exchange Street Worcester 508 459 9035 The Mill 185 185 West Boylston Street West Boylston 774 261 8585 The Muse Bar Kitchen 536 Main Street Worcester 774 327 2550 Nick s Bar and Restaurant 124 Millbury Street Worcester 508 753 4030 Quinn s Irish Pub 715 West Boylston Street Worcester 508 459 2025 Gardner Ale House 74 Parker Street Gardner 978 669 0122 Ralph s Rock Diner 148 Grove Street Worcester 508 753 9543 Greendale s Pub 404 West Boylston Street Worcester 508 853 1350 The Raven 258 Pleasant Street Worcester 508 304 8133 Leitrim s Pub 265 Park Avenue Worcester 774 314 8355 The Summit Lounge 116 Water Street Worcester 774 420 2261 Vox New England 111 Park Avenue Worcester 617 512 1882 Worcester Chamber Music Society 323 Main Street Worcester 508 217 4450 Worcester County Light Opera Company 21 Grandview Avenue Worcester 508 753 4383 discovercentralma org 11

PLAY Victory Bar Cigar 56 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 756 4747 Whiskey on Water 97 Water Street Worcester 774 578 8829 PARKS FORESTS Barre Falls Dam Coldbrook Road Barre 978 928 4712 Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park 287 Oak Street Uxbridge 508 278 7604 Blackstone River Valley Heritage Corridor 670 Linwood Avenue Whitinsville 508 234 4242 Buffumville Lake 48 Old Oxford Road Charlton 508 248 5697 Coes Pond Beach 200 Mill Street Worcester 508 929 1300 Cook s Canyon Wildlife Sanctuary 119 South Street Barre 978 464 2712 Douglas State Forest 107 Wallum Lake Road Douglas 508 476 7872 Green Hill Park 50 Skyline Drive Worcester 508 799 1190 Leovich Landing 52 Dudley Road Oxford 508 949 0250 Mass Audubon s Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center Wildlife Sanctuary 414 Massasoit Road Worcester 508 753 6087 12 discovercentralma org Mass Audubon s Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary 113 Goodnow Road Princeton 978 464 2712 Moore State Park 1 Saw Mill Road Paxton 508 792 3969 Pierpont Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary 38 Marsh Road Dudley 978 464 2712 Purgatory Chasm 198 Purgatory Road Sutton 508 234 3733 Quabbin Reservoir 100 Windsor Dam Road Belchertown 413 323 7221 Quinsigamond State Park 10 North Lake Avenue Worcester 508 755 6880 Rock House Reservation Route 9 West Brookfield 978 840 4446 Upton State Forest 205 Westboro Road Upton 508 278 6486 Wachusett Reservoir River Road Clinton 978 365 3800 Ware River Watershed Route 32 Barre 508 882 3636 Assumption College Athletics Department 500 Salisbury Street Worcester 508 767 7000 Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Center 112 Harding Street Worcester 774 530 6217 White s Landing 7 Fiskdale Road Brookfield 508 867 5561 Holy Cross Athletics 1 College Street Worcester 508 793 2011 COUNTRY CLUBS GOLF COURSES Berlin Country Club 25 Carr Road Berlin 978 838 2733 Cyprian Keyes Golf Club 284 East Temple Street Boylston 508 869 9900 Heritage Country Club 85 Sampson Road Charlton 508 248 5111 Spencer State Forest 51 Howe Road Spencer 508 886 6333 Highfields Golf Country Club 42 Magill Drive Grafton 508 839 1945 Streeter Point State Recreation Area 7 Industrial Park Road West Sturbridge 508 347 9316 The International 159 Ballville Road Bolton 978 779 6911 Tufts Branch Wildlife Sanctuary 35 Healy Road Dudley 508 949 0250 508 International 219 Brookfield Road Charlton 508 434 6335 Wells State Park 159 Walker Pond Road Sturbridge 508 347 9257 Rutland State Park 49 Whitehall Road Rutland 508 886 6333 Tantiusques Reservation 493 Leadmine Road Sturbridge 413 532 1631 SPORTS Pine Ridge Country Club 28 Pleasant Street North Oxford 508 892 9188 Pakachoag Golf Course 15 Upland Street Auburn 508 755 3291 Massachusetts Pirates 50 Franklin Street Worcester 508 452 6277 Worcester 78 s Basketball 486 Chandler Street Worcester 774 312 6501 Worcester Baseball Bravehearts 1 Fitton Avenue Worcester 508 438 3773 Worcester Railers Hockey Club DCU Center Door 22 105 Commercial Street Worcester 508 365 1750 Worcester Sports Foundation 210 Park Avenue Suite 284 Worcester

WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DO Ranked One of the Best Hotels in the USA U S News World Report The Region s Only AAA Four Diamond Hotel Voted Best Hotel Telegram Gazette Voted Best Venue for a Business Meeting Voted Best Hotel for Business Clients Voted Best Venue for a Corporate Event WBJ Couples Choice Awards Wedding Venue Winner WeddingWire 508 754 5789 beechwoodhotel com WORLD CLASS LOCAL FLAVOR Try our new seasonal menu and experience fresh globally inspired cuisine OpenTable Diners Choice Award Winner DiR NA Distinguished Restaurants of North America Awarded Restaurant It s one ofthe best dining destinations anywhere in New England Phantom Gourmet 508 754 2000 sonomaatthebeechwood com 363 Plantation Street Worcester Massachusetts discovercentralma org 13

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FALL WINTER 2019 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS For more information visit discovercentralma org SEPTEMBER Aug 30 Sept 2 Spencer Fair 48 Smithville Rd Spencer Sept 4 7 Worcester Pride Week Various Locations Worcesterpride org Sept 5 8 US Masters Disc Golf Maple Hill 132 Marshall Hill St Worcester Sept 6 Opening Reception Robin Reynolds Summer Blooms Winter Gardens ArtsWorcester 44 Portland St Worcester Sept 6 7 Brimfield Antiques Collectibles Shows 35 Main St Brimfield Sept 7 Beer Fest of Ale Wachusett Mountain 499 Mountain Rd Princeton Sept 7 8 Massachusetts BOGO Weekend Southwick s Zoo 2 Southwick St Mendon Harvest Craft Fest Brookfield Orchards 12 Lincoln St North Brookfield Sept 7 29 Parallels Perspectives The Sprinkler Factory Gallery 38 Harlow St Worcester Sept 8 Pet Rock Festival Wyman Gordon 244 Worcester St N Grafton 16 discovercentralma org Intro to Mead Making Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center Wildlife Sanctuary 414 Massasoit Rd Worcester Walk the Streets of Revolutionary Worcester Salisbury Mansion 40 Highland St Worcester Dragon Boat Festival Presented by Telegram Gazette Regatta Point State Park 10 North Lake Ave Worcester Sept 15 The Charlie Daniels Band Indian Ranch Worcester s Chili and 200 Gore Rd Webster Chowder Fest Compass Tavern stART on the Street 90 Harding St Sept 10 Park Ave between Worcester Community Forum Youth Pleasant and Highland Culture and Worcester s St Worcester Performance by Cosy LGBTQ History Sheridan Worcester Historical Sept 19 John Henry s Museum Animal World Experience Coffeehouse 30 Elm St Worcester Worcester Public Library 90 Main St Worcester Frances Perkins Branch Sept 12 15 470 West Boylston St The Great Mass Collab FallFest Tent Sale Worcester Worcester Common Klem s Oval 117 W Main St Spencer Sept 20 455 Main St Catapult Mouzart Worcester Sept 13 15 Magic Shadows Worcester Wine Festival The Hanover Theatre A Night at the Opera Various Locations and Conservatory for the Vox New England Worcester Performing Arts Baptist Church of 2 Southbridge St Worcester Sept 13 Worcester MA 111 Park Ave Kamelot Worcester The Palladium Uncorking The Second 261 Main St Worcester Vaillancourt Christmas Sept 21 22 Wine Kid s Fest Murder Mystery Dinner Vaillancourt Folk Art Wachusett Mountain Theater 9 Main St Sutton 499 Mountain Rd Salem Cross Inn Princeton 260 West Main St West Sept 20 Oct 18 Brookfield Nov 15 Dec 20 Sept 22 Second Chance Mobile The Big M O E Sept 14 Pet Adoption Hamilton Rod Gun Apple Festival Klem s Club Douglas Orchard Farm 117 West Main St 24 Hamilton Rd 36 Locust St Douglas Spencer Sturbridge Sept 9 Coes Biathlon Coes Pond Mill St Worcester Shrewsbury Street College Shuffle Various locations Shrewsbury St Worcester Valley Bag Toss Open Sky Dennis H Rice Community Plaza 50 Douglas Rd Whitinsville MA Sept 20 22 The 4th Annual Massachusetts Tattoo Convention DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester Sept 21 Southbridge Autumnfest Southbridge Town Common Delain Amorphis The Palladium 261 Main St Worcester Sept 26 Ladies Night Klem s 117 West Main St Spencer The City State of Boston The Rise and Fall of an Atlantic Power American Antiquarian Society 185 Salisbury St Worcester

Sept 26 29 Manhattan Short Film Festival Preservation Worcester Park View Room 230 Park Ave Worcester Sept 27 The Harvey Ball 2019 DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester Sept 27 Nov 3 Sleepy Hollow Experience Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd Sturbridge Sept 27 Oct 6 Between Riverside and Crazy Grandview Playhouse 21 Grandview Ave Worcester Sept 28 HairFest Indian Ranch 200 Gore Rd Webster Holy Cross Women s Ice Hockey vs Penn State Fitton Field 1 College St Worcester Honor Teachers Day Southwick s Zoo 2 Southwick St Mendon Oktoberfest Party in The Street Gardner Ale House Moon Hill Brewing 74 Parker St Gardner Sept 29 Local CountryFest Indian Ranch 200 Gore Rd Webster Out Lunch Concert Series Worcester Common Oval 455 Main St Worcester OCTOBER Oct 2 Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents An Evening with Audra McDonald Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Oct 3 Revolutionary Communities Where Americans Won Independence American Antiquarian Society 185 Salisbury St Worcester Annual Brownson Roundtable Discussion The Future of the Catholic College Testa Science Building Assumption College 500 Salisbury St Worcester Oct 4 Colt Ford Palladium 261 Main St Worcester Comics Workshop with Author Mark Parisi Worcester Public Library Main Library 3 Salem Sq Worcester The Avett Brothers with special guest Lake Street Dive DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester PUSH Physical Theater The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Oct 4 6 Manhattan Short Film Festival Preservation Worcester Park View Room 230 Park Ave Worcester Sept 28 29 BBQ Fest Wachusett Mountain 499 Mountain Rd Princeton Oct 5 Annual Fall Festival Auburn High School 99 Auburn St Auburn Walk the Streets of Revolutionary Worcester Salisbury Mansion 40 Highland St Worcester Oct 12 Worcester Railers HC Opening Night DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester Historic New England A Tour of the Region s Top 100 National Landmarks Worcester Public Library Roosevelt Branch 1006 Grafton St Worcester Tom Paxton with Don Juans The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Fling Fly Fall Fun with Physics EcoTarium 22 Harrington Way Worcester Herbfest Sturbridge Senior Center 480 Main St Sturbridge LGBTQing a City Worcester Historical Museum 30 Elm St Worcester Oct 5 6 Oktoberfest Rapscallion Brewery 195 Arnold Rd Sturbridge Oct 6 First Sunday Free Admission Museum of Russian Icons 203 Union St Clinton Oct 8 My Name is p kaha ia A performance and Discussion Panel Commemorating the First Missionaries to Hawai i American Antiquarian Society 185 Salisbury St Worcester Oct 8 12 Jazz Fest Worcester Common 455 Main St Worcester Oct 10 13 qFLIX Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St Worcester Murder at the Disco Worcester Historical Museum 30 Elm St Worcester Oct 12 13 30th Annual Harvest Festival Sturbridge Town Common Battle for the AirfieldWWII Re enactment American Heritage Museum 568 Main St Hudson Oct 13 Landscapes of Central Massachusetts Dave Long Photography Class Various locations Central Massachusetts Taste of Shrewsbury Street Fall Edition Various locations Shrewsbury Street Worcester Oct 15 72nd Season Preview Donor Reception Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Oct 17 Wicked Halloween presents REZZ Beyond The Senses Tour The Palladium 261 Main St Worcester Latino History Project Lo Sagrado The Sacred Worcester Historical Museum 30 Elm St Worcester discovercentralma org 17

FALL WINTER 2019 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Oct 18 Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents Melbourne Symphony with pianist Garrick Ohlsson Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Opening Reception Blackstone Print Studio Freedom of the Press ArtsWorcester 44 Portland St Oct 19 Norm Day Wormtown Brewery 72 Shrewsbury St Worcester Holy Cross Football vs Harvard Fitton Field 1 College St Worcester Dog Costume Contest Klem s 117 West Main St Spencer Latino History Project Annual Family Day Worcester Historical Museum 30 Elm St Worcester Oct 19 20 Applefest Wachusett Mountain 499 Mountain Rd Princeton Oct 19 31 Zoo Boo Days Southwick s Zoo 2 Southwick St Mendon Oct 20 Harvest Fest Southwick s Zoo 2 Southwick St Mendon Celebration of Cider Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd Sturbridge Landscapes of Central Massachusetts Dave Long Photography Class Various locations Central Massachusetts 18 discovercentralma org Oct 24 Tommy James Haunted Halloween Magic Show Worcester Public Library Frances Perkins Branch 470 West Boylston St Worcester NOVEMBER Oct 26 Halloween Happenings Trick or Treating Douglas Orchard 36 Locust St Douglas Nov 1 3 Christmas Opening with Starlight Santa Vaillancourt Folk Art 9 Main St Sutton Brew Woo Harvest Fest DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester Nov 1 EcoTarium21 Raise Your Spirits 222 Harrington Way Worcester Nov 13 Holy Cross Women s Basketball vs Boston College Hart Canter 1 College St Worcester Nov 15 Music Worcester Presents Dance Theatre of Harlem Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St Worcester Nov 2 Cooking Class Healthy Basics of Russian Cuisine Murder Mystery Dinner Museum of Russian Icons Theater Canalloween 203 Union St Clinton Salem Cross Inn Various Locations 260 West Main St Throughout Canal Nov 2 28 West Brookfield District Worcester Weekends Only New England Weekend Nov 15 16 Tales Best Told in the Old Sturbridge Village Vaillancourt Dark 1 Old Sturbridge Village Christkindlesmarkt Worcester Public Library Rd Sturbridge Artisan Show Burncoat Branch Vaillancourt Folk Art 526 Burncoat St Nov 3 9 Main St Sutton Worcester Fall Food Truck Festival Wachusett Mountain Nov 16 March 28 Hot Glass Cold Beer New Street Glass Studio 499 Mountain Rd Weekends Only Princeton Worcester Canter for Fireplace Feast Crafts Salem Cross Inn Nov 8 35 B New St Worcester 260 West Main St Worcester Chamber West Brookfield Music Society Presents Oct 26 27 Music on Main Fall Science Tricks and Nov 19 Worcester PopUp Animal Treats A Close Brush 20 Franklin St EcoTarium with History The Worcester 22 Harrington Way Extraordinary Hair Worcester Collection of Peter A Worcester Chorus The Browne English Cathedral Oct 27 Wesley United Methodist American Antiquarian Village Trick or Treat Society Church Old Sturbridge Village 185 Salisbury St 114 Main St Worcester 1 Sturbridge Village Rd Worcester Sturbridge Nov 9 Nov 21 Studio 44 Murder Mystery Dinner Worcester Youth ArtsWorcester Theater Orchestras Presents 44 Portland St Salem Cross Inn Jazz at Bull Mansion 260 West Main St West Worcester Bull Mansion Brookfield 55 Pearl St Worcester The Doo Wah Riders The Center at Eagle Hill Oct 30 Nov 22 Abby Theatre Chat with a Curator 242 Old Petersham Rd Holy Cross Men s Ice Halloween Hockey vs Sacred Hardwick American Antiquarian Society Heart 185 Salisbury St Hart Canter Nov 10 Worcester 1 College St Lecture Traditions of Soap Making in Russia Worcester Museum of Russian Icons 203 Union St Clinton

MATILDA the Musical The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Dec 1 Santa Brunch Beachwood Hotel 363 Plantation St Worcester Nov 23 Worcester Youth Orchestras Presents Fall Symphony Baroque Concert St Johns High School 378 Main St Shrewsbury Dec 5 Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents A Seasonal Offering Worcester Historical Museum 30 Elm St Worcester Nov 29 Thanksgiving Meal Salem Cross Inn 260 West Main St West Brookfield Dec 5 8 Cirque du Soleil AXEL DCU Center Worcester Nov 29 30 Night Light Tower Hill Botanic Garden 11 French Dr Boylston Nov 29 Dec 1 The Holiday Festival of Crafts Worcester Canter for Crafts 25 Sagamore Rd Worcester Nov 29 Dec 29 Weekends Only Winter Wonderland Southwick s Zoo 2 Southwick St Mendon Nov 30 DickensWeekend a Christmas Carol with Gerald Charles Dickens Vaillancourt Folk Art 9 Main St Sutton Nov 30 April 25 last Saturday of the month Pancake Breakfast Brookfield Orchard 12 Lincoln St North Brookfield DECEMBER Dec Weekends Only Christmas Memories Salem Cross Inn 260 West Main St West Brookfield Dec 6 Opening Reception The Seventh Annual ONE Arts Worcester 44 Portland St Worcester Dec 6 15 The Drowsy Chaperone Grandview Playhouse 21 Grandview Ave Worcester Dec 6 29 Weekends Only Christmas by Candlelight Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Dec 7 Holiday Stroll Prelude Party Preservation Worcester 10 Cedar St Worcester Music Worcester Presents The Worcester Chorus Handel s Messiah Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Pictures with Santa Klem s 117 West Main St Spencer Sutton Chain of Lights Vaillancourt Folk Art 9 Main St Sutton Film Eco of Festival RUSDOCFILMFEST 3W Brother Azari Museum of Russian Icons 203 Union St Clinton discovercentralma org 19

FALL WINTER 2019 2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS THE COMPANY MENHoliday Show The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Dec 7 8 14 15 Wild About Winter EcoTarium 222 Harrington Way Worcester Dec 8 Preservation Worcester s Holiday Stroll 10 Cedar Street Worcester Santa Brunch Beachwood Hotel 363 Plantation St Worcester Worcester Youth Orchestras Presents Annual Family Holiday Concert Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Lewis Black The Joke s on US Tour Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St Worcester stART at the Street Presents stART at the Station 2 Washington Square Worcester Christmas Nesting Doll Workshop Museum of Russian Icons 203 Union St Clinton Dec 14 Annual Holiday Craft Fair Auburn High School 99 Auburn St Auburn RoboNautica WPI 100 Institute Rd Worcester 20 discovercentralma org Pulse Magazine s Santa Pub Crawl Various locations Shrewsbury Street Worcester Jan 16 18 The Wave VEX Robotics WPI 100 Institute Rd Worcester Dec 15 Santa Brunch Beachwood Hotel 363 Plantation St Worcester Jan 18 THE SECOND CITYLaughing for all The Wrong Reasons The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Dec 28 Worcester Railers HC Home for the Holidays Game DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester Dec 31 Noon Year s Eve EcoTarium 222 Harrington Way Worcester Vox New England Presents Strauss Die Fledermaus in collaboration with the New England Symphony Orchestra Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester JANUARY Jan 9 Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents A Slice of Pie Volturno Pizza 72 Shrewsbury St Worcester Jan 12 Worcester Music Presents Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Jazz Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Jan 16 A Bronx Tale Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St Worcester Jan 25 26 Winterfest Rapscallion Brewery 195 Arnold Rd Sturbridge Eagle Hill School Drama Presents Winterfest Eagle Hill School 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Jan 26 Music Worcester Presents Apollo s Fire An Appalachian Gathering Tuckerman Hall 10 Tuckerman St Worcester FEBRUARY Feb 7 One Slight Hitch Grandview Playhouse 21 Grandview Ave Worcester Holy Cross Men s Ice Hockey vs Arizona State Hart Center 1 College St Worcester Feb 8 Performace by The Green Sisters John Henry s Hammer Coffeehouse 90 Main St Worcester Feb 14 Worcester Music Presents Ukraine National Symphony Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester Feb 16 Monster Jam DCU Center 50 Foster St Worcester Feb 22 RAVE ON A Buddy Holly Tribute The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick Feb 24 March 7 Worcester Restaurant Week Various Locations Feb 28 Worcester Music Presents Chanticleer Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester MARCH March 1 Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents Annual Free Family Concert Carnival Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St Worcester March 7 Pasta Dinner Worcester Center for Crafts 25 Sagamore Rd Worcester Francifool The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick March 7 8 Special Olympics Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester

March 8 Worcester Youth Symphony Orchestra Wil Sherwood Organ Present Symphonic Fushion Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester March 11 Music Worcester Presents Inna Faliks Pianist Black Box Theater 20 Franklin St Worcester March 12 Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents Of Birds and Flowers Nuovo Restaurant 92 Shrewsbury St Worcester March 19 22 Bandstand Hanover Theatre 2 Southbridge St Worcester March 21 Music Worcester Presents Ilya Yakushev Pianist Tuckerman Hall 10 Tuckerman BACK TO THE GARDEN The Center at Eagle Hill Abby Theatre 242 Old Petersham Rd Hardwick WHEN IN THE COURSE OF HUMAN EVENTS IT BECOMES NECESSARY March 27 Worcester Chorus Presents Brahms Requiem Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester March 29 Worcester Youth Symphony Orchestra Presents 5th Annual Four Orchestras Festival Mechanics Hall 321 Main St Worcester The American Heritage Museum in Hudson MA is the region s newest history experience Immerse yourself in America s military heritage past and present through over 85 rare and unique tanks and vehicles from World War I through today many seen no where else in the world NOW OPEN FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY 10 00 AM TO 5 00 PM 568 MAIN STREET HUDSON MA 01749 978 562 9182 AMERICANHERITAGEMUSEUM ORG discovercentralma org 21

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Central Massachusetts is a region of locavores and a hub of culinary tourism With Restaurant Row on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester decadent dessert bars and bakeries amazing diners that bring back yesteryear and charming restaurants in picturesque small towns the region is full of food to discover Farm to table artisanal restaurants use the best of our local harvests In Central Massachusetts we believe that no meal should be ordinary You can dream of an exceptional dining experience or you can Discover The Sole Proprietor and Avellino The Sole Proprietor

TASTE For more information visit discovercentralma org WORCESTER 99 Restaurant 11 East Central Street Worcester 508 792 9997 110 Grill 125 Front Street Worcester 774 420 2733 111 Chop House 111 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 799 4111 Addie Lee s Soul Food 596 Main Street Worcester 508 752 0569 Altea s Eatery 259 Park Ave Worcester 508 767 163 Armsby Abbey 144 Main Street Worcester 508 795 1012 Baba Sushi 309 Park Avenue Worcester 508 752 8822 Basil N Spice 299 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 774 317 9986 Bean Counter Coffee Bar Bakery 113 Highland Street Worcester 508 754 3125 Beer Garden Worcester 64 Franklin Street Worcester 774 530 9000 BirchTree Bread Company 138 Green Street 5 Worcester 774 243 6944 Blue Shades Coffee 256 Park Avenue Worcester 774 420 2718 Bocado Worcester 82 Winter Street Worcester 508 797 1011 26 discovercentralma org Brew City Grill Brew House 104 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 752 3862 The Dogfather Food Truck 84 Holden Street Worcester 508 713 3730 Brew on The Grid 56 Franklin Street Worcester 774 420 7096 Egg Roll Lady Fish Shack 609 W Boylston Street Worcester 508 755 4451 The Broadway Restaurant 100 Water Street Worcester 508 753 3233 El Basha 256 Park Avenue Worcester 508 795 0222 Broth 106 Green Street Worcester 508 459 1511 El Basha 424 Belmont Street Worcester 508 797 0884 Buck s Whiskey Burger Bar 62 Green Street 2 Worcester 508 304 9170 Eric s La Patisserie 446 Main Street Worcester 508 756 1454 Bull Mansion 55 Pearl Street Worcester 508 755 6070 Figs Pigs Kitchen Pantry 50 Foster Street Worcester 508 929 0701 Caf Reyes 421 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 762 9900 The Fix Burger Bar 108 Grove Street Worcester 774 823 3327 Chuan Shabu 301 Park Avenue Worcester 508 762 9213 Flying Rhino Caf Watering Hole 278 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 757 1450 City Line Diner 1420 Main Street Worcester 774 420 2992 Compass Tavern 90 Harding Street Worcester 508 304 6044 Craft Table Bar 50 Franklin Street Worcester 773 530 9030 deadhorse hill 281 Main Street Worcester 774 420 7107 Dino s Restaurant 13 Lord Street Worcester 508 799 6068 Funky Murphy s 305 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 753 2995 George s Coney Island 158 Southbridge Street Worcester 508 753 4362 Gibby s Ice Cream Stand 50 Sunderland Road Worcester 508 753 1095 Glazy Susan Roaming Doughnut Pop up glazysusan com Helen s Bakery 246 Greenwood Street Worcester 508 755 0614 Joey s Bar Grill 344 Chandler Street Worcester 508 797 3800 Juicy Seafood 1269 Main Street Worcester 508 755 8818 La Cucina Italiana 294 Hamilton Street Worcester 508 797 3354 La Scala Restaurant 183 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 753 9912 Leo s Ristorante 11 Leo Turo Way Worcester 508 753 9490 Livia s Dish 1394 Main Street Worcester 508 926 8861 Lock 50 50 Water Street Worcester 508 379 3400 Lucky s Caf 102 Grove Street Worcester 508 756 5014 Mac s Diner 185 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 868 7508 Maddi s Cookery and TapHouse 64 Water Street Worcester 508 459 1080 Mare E Monti Trattoria 19 Wall Street Worcester 508 767 1800 Mezcal Tequila Cantina 30 Major Taylor Boulevard Worcester 508 926 8308 Meze Estiatorio 166 Shrewsbury St Worcester 508 556 4242 Nancy Chang Restaurant 372 Chandler Street Worcester 508 752 8899

Nu Kitchen 335 Chandler Street Worcester 508 926 8800 Revolution Pie Pint 50 Franklin Street Worcester 774 530 9020 Nuovo Restaurant 92 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 796 5915 Rosalina s Kitchen 83 Hamilton Street Worcester 508 926 8887 O Connors Restaurant Bar 1160 West Boylston Street Worcester 508 853 0789 Russo s 65 Water Street Worcester 774 243 1377 Oak Barrel Tavern 229 Grove Street Worcester 508 755 8047 Smokestack Urban Barbecue 139 Green Street Worcester 508 363 1111 Padavano s Place 358 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 774 823 3022 The Sole Proprietor 118 Highland Street Worcester 508 798 3474 Park Grill Spirits 257 Park Avenue Worcester 508 756 7995 Steam Energy Caf 112 Harding Street Worcester 774 243 9012 Peppercorn s Grille Tavern 455 Park Avenue Worcester 508 752 7711 Stix Noodle Bar 72 Franklin Street Worcester 508 373 2715 Piccolo s Italian Kitchen 157 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 754 1057 Pomir Grill 119 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 755 7333 Protein House 145 Front Street Unit 3 Worcester 508 304 7737 The Queen s Cups 56 Water Street Worcester 508 459 9600 Quinn s Irish Pub 715 W Boylston St Worcester 508 459 2025 Talyta s Caf 20 Front Street Worcester 508 929 3355 Taste of Mediterranean 20 Franklin Street Worcester 508 373 2892 The Vegan Nest 6 Waldo Street Worcester 508 848 4300 Via Italian Table 89 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 754 4842 Vintage Grille Gourmet Pizza 346 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 752 0558 Wooberry Frozen Yogurt Ice Cream 141 Highland Street Worcester 508 202 8894 The Roast House Pub Restaurant 3 Farm Street Blackstone 508 883 7700 Zorba s Taverna 97 Stafford Street Worcester 508 796 5828 BOYLSTON AUBURN Auburn Town Pizza 69 Auburn Street Auburn 508 832 5210 Biscotto Caf 744 B Southbridge Street Auburn 774 772 7077 Chuck s Steak House Margarita Grill 10 Prospect Street Auburn 508 832 2553 Coco s Tropical Ice 1A Swanson Road Auburn 774 407 8787 J Anthony s Italian Grill 917Southbridge Street Auburn 508 832 9705 Jasmine 711 Southbridge Street Auburn 508 832 8868 Outback Steakhouse 452 Southbridge Street Auburn 508 721 9799 Yong Shing Restaurant 90 Auburn Street Auburn 508 832 0622 BERLIN 110 Grill Berlin 60 Highland Common East Berlin 978 562 4610 Railers Sports Tavern 90 Commercial Street Worcester 774 420 7636 Volturno Pizza Napoletana 72 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 756 8658 Flat Penny Bar Grill 263 West Street Berlin 978 415 0150 Regatta Deli 28 Lake Avenue Worcester 508 756 6916 The Wonder Bar 121 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 752 9909 Casa Burrito 114 Main Street Blackstone 508 928 0904 BLACKSTONE Dragon 88 260 Shrewsbury Street Boylston 508 869 6558 CHARLTON Dresser Hill Clam Box 290 Dresser Hill Road Charlton 508 434 1393 Francesco s Italian Bakery 14 Powerstation Road Charlton 508 248 9900 Zorbas Pizzeria Tavern 132 Sturbridge Road Charlton 508 248 0433 DOUGLAS Grille on Main Restaurant Bar 306 Main Street Douglas 508 476 5661 The Picket Fence 338 Northeast Main Street Douglas 508 476 7990 DUDLEY Firebrands Bar Grill 8 Airport Road Dudley 508 949 8881 Sturbridge Coffee Roasters 185 West Main Street Dudley 508 461 9077 Yummy Restaurant 3 Center Road Dudley 508 949 7888 EAST BROOKFIELD 308 Lakeside 308 East Main Street East Brookfield 774 449 8333 E B Flatts 245 West Main Street East Brookfield 508 867 6643 discovercentralma org 27

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Five Loaves Bakery Caf 13 Mechanic Street Spencer 508 885 3760 Spencer Country Inn 500 Main Street Spencer 508 885 9036 STERLING The Chocksett Inn 59 Laurelwood Road Sterling 978 422 3355 STURBRIDGE Annie s Country Kitchen 140 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 2320 Avellino 502 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 2321 Oxhead Tavern 364 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 7393 Booklovers Gourmet 55 East Main Street Webster 508 949 6232 The Publick House 277 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 3313 Lake Pizza Family Restaurant 39 Thompson Road Webster 508 943 3684 Sturbridge Porterhouse 407 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 2700 SUTTON National Grill 227 Putnam Hill Road Sutton 508 865 2111 Tony s Sutton Pizza Restaurant 146 Boston Road Sutton 508 865 9544 UPTON Baba Sushi 453 Main Street Sturbridge 774 304 1068 Red Rock Grill and Bar 66 West Main Street Upton 508 529 0500 B T s Smokehouse 392 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 3188 Rose Garden Restaurant Pub 16 Milford Street Upton 508 529 7776 Cedar Street Grille 12 Cedar Street Sturbridge 508 347 5800 UXBRIDGE The Duck 502 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 2321 Jimmy D s Ice Cream Sandwich Shoppe 413 Main Street Sturbridge 774 304 1023 Kahula Restaurant 119 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 7121 Kaizen 479 Main Street Sturbridge 508 347 1088 Oliver Wight Tavern 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road Sturbridge 508 347 0363 Burger Grille 316 North Main Street Uxbridge 508 372 9090 Gia 785 Quaker Highway Uxbridge 508 278 7500 Hanna s Place 775 Quaker Highway Uxbridge 508 278 5099 Mom s Restaurant 307 North Main Street North Uxbridge 508 278 4666 The UXLocale 510 Hartford Avenue West Uxbridge 508 779 7515 WEBSTER Bistro Eighty Ates 172 Gore Road Webster 508 949 8888 Mexicali s Fresh Mex Grill 41 Worcester Road Webster 508 461 5070 Point Breeze 114 Point Breeze Road Webster 508 943 0404 Samuel Slater s Restaurant 200 Gore Road Webster 508 943 1639 WEST BOYLSTON Draught House Bar Grill 42 West Boylston Street West Boylston 508 835 4722 The Mill 185 185 West Boylston Street West Boylston 774 261 8585 Oli s Italian Eatery 339 West Boylston Street West Boylston 508 854 1500 West Boylston Seafood Restaurant 321 West Boylston Street West Boylston 508 853 3655 WEST BROOKFIELD Salem Cross Inn 260 West Main Street West Brookfield 508 867 2345 Ye Olde Tavern 7 East Main Street West Brookfield 508 867 9709 WHITINSVILLE Kyoto Bar Grille 185 Church Street Whitinsville 508 372 9516 Maison de Manger House of Eats 670 Linwood Avenue Whitinsville 508 372 9797 West End Creamery 481 Purgatory Road Whitinsville 508 234 2022 DINERS Blue Moon Diner 102 Main Street Gardner 978 632 4333 Blanchard s 101 Diner 322 Cambridge Street Worcester 508 798 4070 Boulevard Diner 155 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 791 4535 Carl s Oxford Diner 291 Main Street Oxford 508 987 8770 Claudette s 1921 Diner 59 Shrewsbury Street Boylston 508 869 0008 The Coffee Mug 286 Southbridge Street Auburn 508 832 3616 Corner Lunch 133 Lamartine Street Worcester 508 799 9866 Dinky s Blue Belle Diner 70 Clinton Street Shrewsbury 508 856 0844 Kenmore 250 Franklin Street Worcester 508 792 5125 Lou Roc s 1074 West Boylston Street Worcester 508 852 6888 Miss Worcester Diner 300 Southbridge Street Worcester 508 753 5600 Parkway Diner 148 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 753 9968 discovercentralma org 29

Fatima s Cafe 6 UNIQUE FOODIE SPOTS YOU NEED TO VISIT We all have our go to places for our favorite foods A familiar place that provides both a pleasant dining experience and nourishment But as much as routine serves a purpose sometimes taking yourself out of your comfort zone and expanding your culinary horizons is just what s needed When you re ready for your next foodie adventure be sure to visit these six unique spots offering up incredible fare in Central Massachusetts Vegetarian Fare with Flair Belmont Vegetarian 157 Belmont Street Worcester Greek Deli Deliciousness Spoodles Deli 358 Main Street Worcester The Jamaican and American inspired menu changes daily at this spot with fresh dairy free and meat free dishes always available Some recent dishes include vegan pepper steak BBQ chunks curried chicken rice vegetable stew cabbage soup and patties each containing no shortage of unforgettable flavor Tzatziki on everything please From fresh salads and house made soups to traditional Greek fare there is something for everyone here With plenty of cafeteriastyle dine in space this is a great spot for a quick lunch that will leave you feeling fully satisfied Don t forget to grab that slice of Baklava before heading out the door A Taste of East Africa Fatima s Caf 43 W Boylston Street Worcester Where Cuban Food and Community Collide Caf Reyes 421 Shrewsbury St Worcester This family run restaurant is serving delicious East African food with all the accoutrements A cozy nofrills dining area is the perfect setting for a quiet lunch or dinner Look forward to perfectly fried vegetable or meat filled samosas chai tea a variety of hearty stews and more A welcomed addition to the row of restaurants on Shrewsbury Street Along with the Latin pastries and modern Hispanic dishes like Cubano sandwiches empanadas and flan dining here allows you to give back to the community The space serves as an on site training center for residents and graduates of the Hector Reyes House a bilingual bicultural treatment center for Latino men in recovery Seafood from the Heart Egg Roll Lady and Fish Shack 609 W Boylston Street Worcester Deep fried seafood chicken and egg rolls are all staples on the mouth watering menu at this restaurant frequented by Worcester locals and visitors alike Traditional Vietnamese dishes are also available like savory b nh x o crepes Hearty portions made with love You ll never leave hungry and Don t Forget Dessert Stewart s Chocolates 1116 Wachusett Street Holden When the sweet tooth craving hits you ll find melt inyour mouth chocolates of every variety shape color and size when the sweet tooth cravings hit These handcrafted pieces are masterfully created with pride and impeccable attention to detail Banana Cream Cardamom and Tiramisu are only a few of the adventurous flavors available at the shop To learn more download the Discover Central Ma App available for Android and iPhone 30 discovercentralma org

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This Scenic Drive is Perfect for a FALL DAY TRIP There s nothing better than leaf peeping season Grab a hot apple cider jump in the car and take in the beautiful autumn landscape in Central Mass The scenic byway of Route 122 is a 40 mile rural route running north and south from Paxton to Orange Not only is it a beautiful drive connecting forests and rivers for plenty of hiking wildlife watching boating and biking opportunities it is also rich with historical significance Start your journey early with breakfast at one of Worcester s trendy brunch spots Worcester is a dining destination Take advantage of the new wave of restaurants and old favorites Both Livia s Dish and City Line Diner are located on Main Street and are great options to kick off your adventure Now that you re ready Don t forget your camera and good walking shoes Head towards Pleasant Street in Paxton near the Worcester Regional Airport and drive north on route 122 Moore State Park off route 31 in Paxton is a peaceful place worth a stop for sightseeing Rutland State Park is the next stop A portion of the 300 acre recreation area has been restored for the Central Mass Rail Trail system On any given day you can find visitors walking their dogs cyclists mountain bikers strollers runners and hikers taking the side trails End your route with a bang by branching out to these local stops Head out to Hardwick Winery for a tasting local cheese and breathtaking views of the Quabbin Reservoir Or head to Barre where you can explore the Barre Falls Dam and Disc Golf or the Cook s Canyon Wildlife Sanctuary Set on 730 acres you will find waterfalls and cascades a covered bridge impressive stone work trails and even an old saw mill Suitable for everyone from families to avid hikers As you head back to route 122 North keep your eyes open for interesting stops along the way You never know what hidden gems you will find Farm stands abundant wildlife foot bridges hiking trails rivers and waterfalls are some of beautiful features that line the scenic route Quabbin Reservoir To learn more download the Discover Central Ma App available for Android and iPhone 34 discovercentralma org

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Ski Ward 10 ACTIVITIES to Get You Through Winter The last days of winter can be the hardest Spring is just around the corner but with winter sticking around for a little while longer plan to fill your upcoming days with fun activities to end the season in style Check out our list of winter activities to try in Central Mass 1 Go Snowtubing at Ski Ward 6 Craft your own Beer or Wine Snowtubing is the perfect activity for all levels and ages With up to 10 lanes 2 lifts and over 200 tubes you re guaranteed to have a great time at Ski Ward They provide everything for you including the snowtubes and the fun Located conveniently in Shrewsbury just minutes from Worcester you can also ski and snowboard from day to night Perfect the art of brewing Deja Brew is an on premise brewery that offers you the opportunity to brew your own 100 guaranteed beer or wine The recipes ingredients brewing kettles and knowledge are all provided An experience you ll never forget 2 Stuff Yourself During Worcester Restaurant Week Every winter the top Worcester area restaurants lower their prices and offer a special 3 course menu for just 25 From tapas to steaks Middle Eastern cuisine and more this is the one week worth overindulging for Worcester Restaurant Week Winter 2020 will be February 24th March 7th 3 Experience the Beauty of Old Sturbridge Village in Winter Old Sturbridge Village offers many winter events and experiences in a charming historical New England atmosphere that s simply beautiful in wintertime The dining experience Dinner in a Country Village offers a unique opportunity to prepare and eat a meal as early New Englanders did Historical craft classes in blacksmithing woodworking and primitive folk art dolls will teach you skills of the 18th century 4 Escape the Cold with Escape Games in Worcester A real live action escape room offers a full interactive experience for participants You and your teammates are locked in a room with a mystery that needs to be solved before your time is up Each game has a unique and suspenseful storyline which will be revealed as you explore the room and search for clues 5 Free February at Worcester Historical Museum Devoted to local history enjoy free admission at The Worcester Historical Museum during the month of February From Valentines to Robert Goddard learn about what makes Worcester so special Be sure to stop by iWorcester while you re there the perfect spot for families to connect with Worcester s past and contribute to Worcester s future 7 Experience a Show at The Hanover Theatre Experience a live performance at The Hanover Theatre a spectacular historical venue located in downtown Worcester Upcoming shows include PAW Patrol Live Race to the Rescue The Nutcracker A Christmas Story and Roald Dahl s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Tickets are on sale now 8 Endless Fun at the EcoTarium There s always something for the whole family at the science museum rain or shine With three floors of interactive exhibits planetarium shows science discovery programs and live animal habitats there s enough indoor fun to keep kids entertained for hours Winter programming includes Preschool and Toddler Wednesdays Budding Scientists EcoTarium21 and Noon Year s Eve 9 Drink Beer and Eat Pizza at Wormtown Brewery Relax inside with hot pizza to go from Volturno and cold beer at the award winning Wormtown Brewery on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester Be sure to try their seasonal brew while you can Blizzard of 78 10 Snowshoeing at Mass Audubon s Broad Meadow Brook in Worcester Take the whole family snow shoeing at Worcester s nature center and wildlife sanctuary with five miles of well marked trails Snow shoes are available for rental at the visitor center located at 414 Massasoit Road in Worcester Be sure to download the Discover Central MA app to stay up to date with all of the happenings this winter To learn more download the Discover Central Ma App available for Android and iPhone 40 discovercentralma org

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Shopping isn t just about malls although we have those too Take the time to explore our independent shops antique galleries and bookstores If you like shopping you ll love exploring Central Massachusetts You can dream about the perfect gift or you can Discover Bedlam Book Cafe and Quite Fetching Barkery Pet Boutique Bedlam Book Cafe

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The Barn at Wight Farm A ROMANTIC GETAWAY IN STURBRIDGE Craft beer gorgeous scenery trendy restaurants and attractions that will alter your perspective welcome to Sturbridge MA Whether you re seeking the perfect place to escape with a special someone or a weekend to connect with friends and family this Central Mass town is the ideal destination DAY 1 Go on a Treasure Hunt Fall in Love with Sturbridge You never know what you will find at Sturbridge Antique Shops located on Charlton Rd Plan to spend over an hour sifting through an impressive assortment of furniture art books porcelain and so much more Whether you have a special item you are searching for or open mindedly exploring you are sure to go home victorious with the perfect takeaway In autumn take in the splendor of the spectacular fall foliage as you arrive at the Publick House Historic Inn Nestled on acres of beautiful countryside you and your special someone will be greeted with warm pecan sweet rolls at the Inn s famous 18th century inspired Bake Shoppe Check into a room at the Historic Inn which takes you back to 1771 all while offering modern amenities Or relax in a rocking chair on the front porch of the Chamberlain House a more recent addition to the Inn Connect with Nature Spend the afternoon outdoors enjoying the gorgeous New England autumn Heins Farm Trail on Leadmine Rd allows you to disconnect from the craziness of life and enjoy a moment of peace It s the perfect stroll for the novice hiker and provides great exposure to woods fields birds and wildlife Grab a Quick Bite to Eat After working up an appetite Cedar Street Cafe on Main Street provides access for a quick bite to eat Enjoy a hot cocoa along with a turkey cranberry panini The beautiful Barn at Wight Farm will be your backdrop also a wonderful wedding venue Support Local Farming with True Farm to Table Glass Craft Beer and Dining What will you talk about after your getaway is over Homefield Kitchen Brewery An authentic labor of love mom and pop establishment with a genuine mission of supporting the local farming community With a greater focus on quality over quantity the menu is ever changing depending on the ingredients sourced Fridays Saturdays and Sundays bring top notch musicians including jazz folk and blue grass artists This is a must visit stop on your romantic getaway DAY 2 Restfully Rise and Start your Day The bed was cozy at the Publick House and hopefully you re ready to start another wonderful day exploring town Start the day out right in the historic Tap Room at the Inn and celebrate the most important meal of the day with a breakfast buffet Quiche French toast bacon and To learn more download the Discover Central MA App available for Android and iPhone 52 discovercentralma org

sausage the Publick House aims to please Take a sweet pecan roll for the road and prepare to transport back in history Step Back in Time at Old Sturbridge Village Welcome to early 19th century rural New England Set on more than 200 acres of historical landscape You will not only read about life in the 1830s but experience it Talk with authentically costumed historians and fully immerse yourself in the Village Check the event calendar to sync with fun seasonal happenings including The Sleepy Hollow Experience A New England Thanksgiving or Christmas by Candlelight Grab some light fare at the Oliver Wight Tavern to continue on your day Discover the Importance of Relaxation You ve been moving non stop in life and on vacation now take a moment to slow down reflect and appreciate today Visit Simple Indulgence Day Spa on Main St for a couple s massage be sure to book in advance The Romantic Escape Package offers a candle lit one hour couples Swedish Massage using aromatherapy followed by a paraffin hand treatment and side by side pedicures End your Day with Culinary Excellence The Duck Sit eat share laugh learn experiment enjoy and celebrate Avellino Restaurant s motto resonates perfectly with your getaway weekend Chef Rico has combined his passion for food culture and love of experimentation into every beautiful dish The constantly evolving seasonal menu is sure to delight and brings to the table the freshest meats and produce to complement handmade specialties like house cured pancetta and freshly pulled mozzarella Not ready to say goodnight Head upstairs to The Duck and grab a cocktail or craft beer in the restaurant s sunken bar designed like no other DAY 3 The Perfect Way to End Your Day Hopefully you ve enjoyed yourself and each other Pack up your bags check out and prepare yourself for one last afternoon to enjoy Central Mass Stop by Annie s Kitchen on Main St No frills just good ole home style food in a diner atmosphere Arrive early for a seat because this local hotspot gets busy Try the amazing Thick Texas French Toast or the Country Breakfast offering eggs bacon sausage home fries and pancakes for under 10 Make sure to grab a few keepsakes Sturbridge is home to many wonderful shops The Sturbridge Yankee Peddler offers an endless variety of unique gifts and trinkets and Sadie Greens Curiosity Shop is the perfect quaint shop for lovely jewelry stained glass and a goodie for you or someone at home discovercentralma org 53

Tower Hill Botanic Garden 8 PLACES to Spark Curiosity in Central Mass Just when you think you ve done it all in Central Massachusetts there s more to explore Whether you re local or just visiting this region offers something for everyone Looking for an educational or entertainment experience Something outdoorsy Or perhaps something more hands on These eight places have you covered with an array of unique offerings to consider for your next outing Get a New Perspective Optical Heritage Museum 12 Crane Street Southbridge Fascinated by the history of eyewear The Optical Heritage Museum has been in operation for over 35 years and offers one of the largest collections of spectacle frames and ophthalmic optical items in the world There are thousands of items within their collections and displays including microscopes Lensometers multifocal antique spectacles and more Eclectic Music for All Take A Trip Back in Time The American Antiquarian Society 185 Salisbury Street Worcester The American Antiquarian Society celebrates history through the curation of a major independent research library houses the largest and most accessible collection of books pamphlets broadsides newspapers periodicals music and graphic arts material printed through 1876 in what is now the United States Prepare for an in depth journey into our nation s past through present day John Henry s Hammer Coffeehouse 90 Main Street Worcester Enjoy Plant Life Year Round Run by a small group of dedicated volunteers John Henry s Hammer Coffeehouse is a premier folk venue featuring local and national performing artists With a monthly concerts series and open mic nights held bi weekly there is no shortage of live music events to patronize Providing excellent acoustics the venue is considered one of the best listening rooms in the area The Tower Hill Botanic Garden is open year round showcasing the beauty of nature through horticulture The must see garden display includes plants that are native to New England featuring ornamental edible and native plants plus trails that enhance the natural features of this beautiful 171 acre property Programs and events are held regularly A Blend of History Artwork and Culture The Center at Eagle Hill 242 Old Petersham Road Hardwick Museum of Russian Icons 203 Union Street Clinton This museum offers a fascinating peek into Russian culture through the curation of a variety of exhibits and contains the largest collection of Orthodox icons outside Russia You can view an array of priceless objects ranging in size including painted wood mosaic fresco embroidery and metal Stop by the tea room decorated with Russian tea urns and decorative objects when you visit Where Sights and Sounds Collide Worcester County Light Opera 21 Grandview Avenue Worcester Worcester s oldest active theatre company has a storied history dating back to the early 1930s Today performances range from comedy to tragedy classical to contemporary and musical to non musical Recent works have been produced by local playwrights allowing residents to showcase their work Tower Hill Botanic Garden 11 French Drive Boylston Supporting Diversity and Creativity The facility has two theaters art galleries visual art and graphics classrooms and studios music classroom and recording studio woodshop and function hall Community members are invited to participate in workshops and expanded arts classes offered through Eagle Hill School s ongoing adult education program Hands On Weaving SAORI Worcester 18 Winslow Street Worcester The art of freehand Japanese SAORI weaving is said to encourage free expression and self development for all regardless of ability or artistic aptitude The SAORI Worcester space is multi use with weaving classes demonstrations and community events regularly on the calendar Students can craft things like clothing bags tapestries and other utilitarian items To learn more download the Discover Central Ma App available for Android and iPhone 54 discovercentralma org

LET THE WINTER FUN BEGIN LEARN TO SKI OR SNOWBOARD AT WACHUSETT MOUNTAIN IF YOU DON T SKI OR SNOWBOARD then let us teach you with our 1 or 3 day Learn to Ski Ride package Rates start at just 99 including lessons rentals and lift tickets IF YOU SKI OR SNOWBOARD you know how much fun it is Now share it with a friend Our Bring a Friend for Fun package includes a ticket for you and beginner package for your friend Available online only for 110 For details go to WACHUSETT COM Wachusett Mountain Ski Area 499 Mountain Road Princeton MA 01541 978 464 2300 Operated in cooperation with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation Recreation discovercentralma org 55

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SERVICES TRANSPORTATION All Points Limousine 31 River Street Millbury 800 400 1900 Amtrak Station Union Station 2 Washington Square Worcester 800 872 7245 Commuter Rail Union Station 2 Washington Square Worcester 617 222 3200 Knight s Airport Limousine Service 390 Hartford Turnpike Shrewsbury 508 839 6252 Worcester Regional Airport 375 Airport Drive Worcester 508 849 5550 Worcester Regional Transit Authority 60 Foster Street Worcester 508 791 9782 HOSPITALS Clinton Hospital 201 Highland Street Clinton 978 368 3000 Harrington Hospital 100 South Street Southbridge 508 765 9771 Harrington HealthCare 340 Thompson Road Webster 508 943 2600 St Vincent Hospital 123 Summer Street Worcester 508 363 5000 UMass Memorial Medical Center Hahnemann Campus 281 Lincoln St Worcester Memorial Campus 119 Belmont St Worcester University Campus 55 Lake Ave North Worcester 508 334 1000 58 discovercentralma org VISITOR INFORMATION Auburn Chamber of Commerce 311 Main Street Suite 200 Worcester 508 753 2924 Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce 670 Linwood Avenue Whitinsville 508 234 9090 Commerce Bank Locations 386 Main Street Worcester 508 797 6844 560 Park Avenue Worcester 508 797 6926 993 Grafton Street Worcester 508 797 6954 451 Lincoln Street Chamber of Central Mass Worcester South 508 986 3125 46 Hall Road Sturbridge 508 347 2761 Creedon Co 39 Jolma Road Discover Central MA Worcester 311 Main St Suite 200 508 792 3100 Worcester 508 753 1550 CTM Media Group 30 6th Road B Sturbridge Tourist Woburn Association 781 935 6690 308 Main Street Sturbridge The Edge at Union 508 347 2500 Station 8 Grafton Street Wachusett Area Worcester Chamber of Commerce 508 755 1950 1174 Main Street Holden FAST SIGNS 508 829 9220 120 Stafford Street Worcester Webster Dudley Oxford 508 841 5800 Chamber of Commerce 505 South Main Street Harvard Pilgrim Health Webster Care 508 943 9700 427 Main Street Worcester Worcester Regional 888 888 4742 Chamber of Commerce 311 Main Street Suite Headshop Hair Factory 200 Worcester 58 Millbury Street 508 753 2924 Worcester 508 796 5111 ADDITIONAL SERVICES HECCMA 11 Norwich Street Worcester Bancroft School 508 755 9400 110 Shore Drive Worcester 508 853 2640 Julio s Liquors 140 Turnpike Road Westborough Blue Hive Paris 508 366 1942 Marketing 7 Coppage Drive Worcester Kelleher Sadowsky 508 581 9560 120 Front Street Suite 210 Worcester Clearly Coworking Inc 508 755 0707 474 Grove Street Worcester Oceans Promotions 508 556 0031 117 Fitzgerald Road Charlton 508 340 2939 Pagio Inc 88 Winter Street Suite 2D Worcester 508 756 5006 Rivera Promotions Entertainment 508 864 6954 SER Exposition Services 35B New Street Worcester 508 757 3397 Simply Delicious Catering 30 Goulding Drive Auburn 508 736 6084 Shrewsbury Street Merchants Association 238 Shrewsbury Street Worcester 508 755 3657 Struck Catering 130 Hamilton Street Worcester 508 755 5953 Sunshine Sign Company 121 Westboro Road Grafton 508 839 5588 Total Wine More 87 Boston Turnpike Shrewsbury 508 363 3690 United Site Services 800 864 5387 Worcester Public Library 3 Salem Street Worcester 508 799 1655 WCCA TV 415 Main Street Worcester 508 755 1880 Yankee Xpress 168 Gore Road Webster 508 943 8784 COLLEGES UNIVERSITIES Anna Maria College 50 Sunset Lane Paxton 508 849 3300

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