From the expansive stretches of ocean beaches to the seafood shacks that were tailor-made for summer, Cape Cod is such a sweet place. Making it even that much sweeter is the Chatham Candy...
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If you love lighthouses, the rocky coast of Maine and the peaceful feeling of early evening, then we recommend checking out Nubble Lighthouse at Sohier Park in Cape Neddick, Maine. It’s also free to...
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BostonCentral.com has compiled a fantastic list of 2011 4th of July fireworks displays, by date, across Massachusetts, ranging, depending on town or city, from June 24-July 9, 2011, at this writing. Nice to see,...
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Those that have visited Short Sands Beach at York Beach, Maine, love this beautiful ocean beach with the nice stretch of sand, some rocky coast as well as free foot access and...
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If you’re looking for a fun, family-oriented cheap summer activity around the Boston area, we think that the Norwood Sport Center candlepin bowling alley in Norwood, Mass., will “strike” a positive chord with you....
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Thanks to the VisitNewHaven Facebook Fan Page for alerting us to WTNH News Channel 8′s list of 2011 4th of July Fireworks in Connecticut for Independence Day celebrations. The celebrations are not only on July...
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We just received word from Sandy Catania that “Discover Rumney” will be the theme of Rumney Old Home Day, taking place Sat., Aug. 13 from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. at the town common...
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GetRealMaine — the Maine Department of Agriculture’s Web Site for farm and food products — offers a fantastic list of farmers markets in Maine. Here, you will find descriptions of many of the farmers markets, dates and times. From Caribou...
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As a great way to start off the summer, the U.S. National Park Service is offering free access at more than 100 national parks on June 21. The Park Service Web Site reports that...
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The Hartford Courant recently featured a terrific article entitled, “25+ Free Things to Do in Connecticut.” We highly recommend reading this article! Some attractions mentioned include the Peabody Museum of Natural History in New Haven, Connecticut State Capitol Tours...
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