FL: Feisty Comedy set for Shakespeare by the Sea’s 26th Season

Posted on June 27, 2016 by sandra

Palm Beach, FL Exit 79B: Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival Presents ‘The Taming of the Shrew”.  This Shakespeare by the Sea XXVI  FREE outdoor professional theater experience will have the actors appear to be in the atmosphere of a Kentucky Derby, making the costumes and scenery particularly engaging.

The Taming of the Shrew is one of Shakespeare’s earliest comedies, written nearly a decade before Much Ado About Nothing. The underlying themes of the production, are the century-long debates on social hierarchy, women’s places in society and how basic human desires supersede all.

Audience members are invited to bring their beach chair, blanket, picnic basket or enjoy food truck concessions. The gates open at 6:30 pm with performances starting at 8 pm. Free Admission, but a $5 donation is suggested.

Location: Seabreeze Amphitheatre stage in Carlin Park,
750 Florida A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477
Date: July 7-10 and July 14-17, 2016
Time: 8 pm
Tel: 561-966-7099
pbshakespeare.org

For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: palmbeachfl.com

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MD: Find Your Inner Kid While Experiencing UniverSoul Circus

Posted on June 22, 2016 by sandra

National Harbor , MD Exit 2: Be prepared to be wowed when UniverSoul Circus returns for a world-class, live entertainment extravaganza at National Harbor at the Plateau.

The show is performed under a yellow and blue tent and you won’t believe the amount of fun you’ll have from beginning to end. The breathtaking acts and interactive experiences are perfect for the entire family. Get ready for a high energy and soulful take on the circus tradition. Be amazed by first-rate acts from around the globe, including Chinese aerialists, pretzel twisting contortionist and limbo dancing.

Celebrate the cultivation of the Universoul Circus, featuring live animal acts and motorcycle daredevils. You’ll experience the diversity of the UniverSoul family through the entire show with a variety of dances, acts, and physical feats.  This circus shines their spotlight on global culture and it’s high energy will have you clapping and dancing. Complete entertainment that doesn’t target a specific age group, it’s a show which is ingenuously for everyone. Truly a party from beginning to end.

Location: 137 National Plaza, National Harbor , MD 20745
Date: June 30 – July 31, 2016
Time: Showtimes vary by day
Tel: 877-628 5427
universoulcircus.com
nationalharbor.com
For Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: visitprincegeorges.com

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VA: An American Celebration at Mount Vernon

Posted on June 20, 2016 by sandra

Mount Vernon, VA – Southbound Exit: 177A to Route 1 S, Northbound Exit 163: Spend an American celebration at a truly inspiration place. Mount Vernon salutes our first commander in chief with a dazzling display of made-for-daytime fireworks during its annual Independence Day event. Visitors will be treated to spectacular smoke fireworks in patriotic colors fired over the Potomac River.

The event also includes an uplifting naturalization ceremony for 100 new citizens and listen to the roar of the cannon fire while viewing special military reenactments throughout the day.

There will be a special wreath laying ceremony, free birthday cake (while supplies last), a performance by the National Concert Band’s “Red, White and Blue” concert and a visit from the “first” first couple, “General and Mrs. Washington.”

Schedule of Events:
9:30 am: “General Washington’s” inspection of the troops
10 am: 55th annual Independence Day wreath laying
11 am: Naturalization event – a ceremony to honor new citizens.
12 pm: “Red, white, and blue” concert
1 pm: Daytime fireworks – A pyrotechnic salute to America
1:15 pm: “Happy birthday, America!” cake
1:30 pm: Revolutionary War music
2:30 pm: Revolutionary War military drill

Location: George Washington’s Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Date: July 4, 2016
Time: 8 am – 5 pm
Tel: 703-780-2000
mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/an-american-celebration
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: visitalexandriava.com

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GA: Experience Southern Hospitality Close to Nature at Blue Heron Inn

Posted on June 15, 2016 by sandra

Darien, GA: Exit 42N to hwy 17 or 58S: The newly rebuilt Blue Heron Inn, on the edge of the Georgia Coast in Darien, is a place to relax and appreciate nature. This coastal bed and breakfast sits on the perimeter of expansive marsh and winding tidal creeks and is the closest accommodations to Sapelo Island ferry and visitor center.

Surrounded in colonial coast beauty, the grounds are great for strolling, exploring and taking in this natural habitat. Walk the trails and quiet roads by the inn for birding and catch a glimpse of the Sapelo Island Light House. Kayaks for guests’ use and bicycles are available. Harris Neck Wild Life Refuge is a short drive from the inn as are other nearby wildlife refuges for birding.

Each guest room opens to a porch or deck with breathtaking views of the endless tidal creeks, the estuaries of Georgia’s coast and barrier islands and stunning star gazing at night. The large comfortable rooms are decorated with coastal elegance, a king size bed, private bath, flat screen TV, free wifi and individual temperature control.

A full breakfast is served each morning. The sweet potato pancakes and lime french toast are delicious and worth the trip. The helpful Innkeepers, Bill and Jan are happy to assist planning your itinerary, bird-watching or in getting onto nearby Sapelo Island. The landscape is spectacular from sunrise to sunset. This B & B is southern hospitality at its best.

Location: Blue Heron Inn, 1346 Blue Heron Lane, Darien, GA 31305  Tel: 912-437-4304
blueheroninn@darientel.net
blueheroninngacoast.com
For Regional Restaurants & Attractions: visitdarien.com

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MA: JerkFest with Reggae and Steel Pans is “Hottest” Festival

Posted on June 13, 2016 by sandra

Boston, MA Exit 25N or 37S: Boston JerkFest™ is an outdoor/indoor family-friendly Caribbean style foodie festival that features Jamaican jerk spiced food and all things spicy and hot.

Rum & Brew at Boston JerkFest is held Friday, June 24, 2016 and the event is for 21+ year old. At this in-door/out-door event, enjoy unlimited tastings of rum, craft beer, hard cider, mead, spirits and other artisan brews. The event includes live music, DJ, cocktail demos, and Boston JerkFest Cocktail Throwdown competition with Boston’s top Mixologists competing for bragging rights and winner of the Boston’s best Caribbean cocktail.

The popular  Jerkfest is held Saturday, June, 25, 2016 in Boston’s South End. The festival offers two sessions: 11am-3pm and 4-8pm. This family-friendly event offers more than 25 vendors selling a variety of jerk hot spiced food, hot sauces and Caribbean specialty products; Chef demos, including a Seafood Throwdown and Jerk Cook-off competitions, Live music with more than a dozen artists including reggae and steel pans with  sounds of the Caribbean,  Kids Zone hands-on interactive arts & crafts and other activities.

Location: Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, 41 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Date: Fri-Sat June 24-25, 2016
Hours: Sat, June 25 two sessions: 11am-3pm and 4-8pm,
BrewFest Fri, June 24 6:30-9:30pm
Tel: 617-395-7680
bostonjerkfest.com
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: bostonusa.com

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NH: A Summer Celebration of all Things Ukulele

Posted on June 8, 2016 by sandra

Dover, NH Exit 4: Want a fun opportunity to meet other Ukulele enthusiasts; join a summer celebration of the ukulele at Henry Law Park. The free, family-friendly event is called SNHUGFEST, and everyone is invited to take part in celebrating all things ukulele with workshops and performances throughout the day.

Enjoy performances by: MB Padfield, Andrea Szirbik, The FLUKES, The Silver Strummers, The Palm Court Serenaders, Craig Werth, Southern Maine Uke Group, The Upper Valley Uke Group, Well Tempered Ukes, and SNHUG.

Performers will often encourage audience participation and sing-alongs, go prepared to sing and strum with your family and friends. In addition to the festivities they will attempt to break the NH strum record, so you are encouraged to bring your ukuleles and go on stage with them at 4:30 to set a new record.

Enjoy fun, free to the public, all day music and bring your ukulele (or whatever!) and join in – each performance will feature a jam song.

Location: Henry Law Park, Washington St., Dover, NH 03820
Date: Sat,  June 25, 2016
Time:11–5 p.m
Tel: 603-742-3299
portsmouthnh.com/event/southern-nh-ukulele-group-festival
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: portsmouthchamber.org

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MD: Journey to India in a Celebration of Bollywood Cinema

Posted on June 6, 2016 by sandra

Columbia, MD Exit 41: Seen by over half a million people worldwide, Mystic India: The World Tour is an internationally acclaimed Bollywood dance spectacular based on the concept of ancient India’s transition into modern India.

The show features renowned musicians, brilliant dancers, breathtaking aerialists and acrobats and 750 opulent costumes. The team of diverse, exquisitely trained dancers combine authentic Indian and modern techniques bringing the streets of Mumbai and New York into perfect harmony.

Audiences will experience a kaleidoscope of color, beauty and energy as they travel on a celebratory journey through Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat, through the progression of Bollywood films via a stunning visual display that fuses dance, theater, and spectacular special effects.

Mystic India’s colorful costumes and elaborate sets were custom designed and built in India’s film capital by a team of 40 designers and workers over the course of four years. This show let’s you experience an incredible journey to India and all its glory.

Location: Jim Rouse Theatre, 5640 Trumpeter Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Date: June 18, 2016
Hours: 8 – 10 pm
Tel: 410-715-3044
visithowardcounty.com/happening/featured-events
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: visithowardcounty.com

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VA: Speeding to the Finish Line – Soap Box Derby

Posted on June 1, 2016 by sandra

Fredericksburg, VA Exit 130: People of all ages are invited to experience summer fun and great races from one of Fredericksburg’s long-held traditions: the 20th annual Fredericksburg Soap Box Derby featuring 4 different divisions including a category for Special Needs Children.

Spirits run high among competitors, children 8-20 yrs as they compete in this classic non-motorized car race down William St. at top speeds to become the next champion in their division.

Spectators line William Street cheering and ringing cowbells in support of their racers. You’ll get a tremendous sense of community when you bring out the family and watch kids from the area speed to the finish line.  Take advantage of the great food and activities at the top of the hill, near the start line. Admission FREE.

Location: College Ave + William St Hill, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Date: June 11, 2016
Time:  Parade at 8am, race starts at 9 am – 3 pm
Tel: 540-372-1086
soapboxderby.org/fredericksburg.aspx

For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: visitfred.com

 

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RI: Sip Wine on a Venetian Gondola While Mesmerized by Fire Sculpture

Posted on May 30, 2016 by sandra

Providence, RI Exit 22A: Prepare to see Providence, RI as you have never seen it before.

Providence’s signature event is WaterFire, a captivating urban art installation, with over 80 sparkling bonfires lit in unison on the three rivers in downtown. This brilliant flickering sculpture of live fire lights up the waterfront, engaging all your 5 senses.

Pass quietly before the flames on an authentic Venetian gondola, as black-clad performers tend the fires from sunset to midnight while experiencing the award-winning sculpture by Barnaby Evans, an incredible spectacle of fire and sound that changes every time.

Imagine gliding along on a gondola mere feet from the flames, being mesmerized by the union of fire and water.  Take in the flickering firelight on the arched bridges. the fragrant scent of aromatic wood smoke wafting by, the flotilla of performers traveling along the river in torch-lit vessels,  and the evocative music from all over the world engaging your senses as your gondolier expertly rows you along the Providence and Woonasquatucket Rivers.

WaterFire reservations are likely to be sold out a month or more in advance. Book as far ahead as your schedule allows.

Location:  Gondola Landing, One Citizens Plaza, Providence RI 02903
Recurring weekly on Saturday –
Hours:  7  days a week (weather permitting), 10am -10:15 p.m. (11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings) check for Waterfire schedule
Tel: 401-421-8877
gondolari.com
waterfire.org
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: goprovidence.com

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NH: Chowder Lovers: Taste and Vote for the Top Chowder

Posted on May 25, 2016 by sandra

Portsmouth, NH Exit 7: Eat all you want of some of the most delicious chowder you’ve ever tasted at WOKQ’s annual Chowder Festival. Piping hot chowder made by more than a dozen restaurants across the Seacoast will be served beginning at 11:30 a.m. and the pouring won’t stop until it’s all gone.

Each year, more than 4,000 people help kick off the Prescott Park Arts Festival summer season by enjoying more than 500 gallons of piping hot chowder served up for tasting. Recipes in the past have included Smoked Scallop Chowder, Manhattan Chowder, Vegetarian Chowder, Corn Chowder, and Spicy Seafood Chowder.

While trying out new recipes before adding them to their menu, restaurants compete for your vote, to be honored by being awarded Best Chowder, decided by the public. Other awards include Judge’s Choice and Best Booth.

Location: Prescott Park, Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Date: Sat,  Jun 4, 2016
Hours: 11 – 4pm
Tel: 603-436-2848
proportsmouth.org
For Regional Accommodations, Restaurants & Attractions: goportsmouthnh.com

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