Events

Newport Winter Festival 2012 -- Newport, RI
February 18, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : Various; consult website
Various; consult website
Newport, RI

With 151 events, this festival has become New England's largest winter extravaganza. The Winter Festival combines food, music, and entertainment, with fun for all ages. Sand sculptures, a Chili Cook-Off, city-wide scavenger Hunt, and an ice sculpting competition, and a Children's Fair are just some of the events. Information: 401-847-7666.
Signature events include Beatlemania, February 18, 9 p.m. at the Hyatt; Samuel Adams Chili Cook-Off, February 18, at Newport Harbor Hotel; Chicken Wing Competition, February 25, at Hyatt Hotel; Festival Day at Easton's Beach, February 26. This fun-filled day includes a children's block hunt, a sand/snow sculpture contest, suspenders juggling troupe, polar bear plunge and more; Eagles Tribute Band, February 25 at Newport Marriott; Winter Fest Comedy Show, February 24 at Hotel Viking. Laugh the night away with comedy legend Kevin Meaney; Children's Fair, February 19 and 20 at Newport Marriott. This fair is filled with music, face painting, balloon creations, arts and crafts, reptiles and more; Ice Sculpting Demonstration, February 18.
Information: www.newportevents.com/winterfest/

Antique Apprisals at Antiques By The Falls -- Brandon, VT
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : Noon-3 p.m.
22 Park Street (next to the Brandon Inn)
Brandon, VT
Admission : Free

Do you want to know more about your antiques and collectibles? Bring in your treasures during Art in the Snow and antiques dealer Joel Mondlak of Antiques By The Falls will provide a verbal appraisal. Mondlak has been studying antiques for more than 25 years and has a vast knowledge of them.

Phone : 802-247-6401

Music from Our Hands Fine Craft Exhibition -- Concord. NH
January 13, 2012 to February 28, 2012
Time : Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
49 South Main Street
Concord, NH
Admission : Free

Music is the theme for the latest fine craft exhibition on display at the Gallery at The Craft Center and League of NH Craftsmen Headquarters. Music from Our Handsis a multi-media exhibition featuring the work of juried members of the League of NH Craftsmen. The exhibition features two electric guitars, three acoustic guitars, a sterling silver flute, a gourd, whistles, vase percussion, as well as other fine handcrafted pieces that include musical elements. An opening receptionis scheduled for January 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibit open through March 21, 2012.

Phone : 603-224-3375

Art by Ruth Hamilton -- Brandon, VT
February 18, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, noon-4 p.m.
Brandon Music, 62 Country Club Rd
Brandon, VT
Admission : Free

During Art in the Snow, Brandon Music will feature original art by Ruth Hamilton in the gallery. The Harmony English Tea Room, located at Brandon Music, is an English-style tearoom and music café created to blend authentic British traditions with the unique ambience of the lovely barn.
Information: 802-247-6401

Windsor Lions Club Spring Craft Festival – Windsor, CT
May 12, 2012 to May 12, 2012
Time : 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
275 Broad Street
Windsor, CT

Arts and crafts festival on beautiful Windsor Town Green. Many varied artists and crafters, with a wide variety of products. Always held Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend.

Phone : 860-670-7803

Arts in the Park -- Belfast, ME
July 7, 2012 to July 8, 2012
Heritage Park on the Belfast waterfront
Belfast , ME
Admission : free

Summer arts festival downtown on Belfast's beautiful waterfront. Eighty-one artists and artisans with high quality products. Continuous live music both days. Food. Bring the family - spend the day, spend the weekend.
Information:www.artsintheparkbelfast.org

Arts in the Park -- Belfast, ME
July 7, 2012 to July 8, 2012
Heritage Park on the Belfast waterfront
Belfast , ME
Admission : free

Summer arts festival downtown on Belfast's beautiful waterfront. Eighty-one artists and artisans with high quality products. Continuous live music both days. Food. Bring the family - spend the day, spend the weekend.
Information:www.artsintheparkbelfast.org

Native Voices Exhibit at Boston Children’s Museum – Boston, MA
January 13, 2012 to February 29, 2012
Time : Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. -9 p.m.
Boston Children’s Museum, 300 Congress Street
Boston , MA
Admission : $12

Native Voices, New England Tribal Families is an introduction to Native American communities around New England today. By visiting five different communities from northern to southern New England, we learn a lot about Native American traditions and how modern families balance contemporary life with preservation of important cultural identities. Opening January 28. The exhibit will be at Boston Children’s Museum through August 2012.
Information: www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org

Phone : 617-426-6500

"Beauty and the Beast" -- Stoneham. MA
February 3, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : February 3 and 11 a.m. at 7 p.m.; February 4 and 12 at 3 p.m.
Stoneham Theatre 395 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 02180
Admission : $15

Stoneham Theatre Young Company presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast! This "Tale as Old as Time" features all the beloved songs from the animated film; what a great chance for the entire family to sing-a-long! Dates: Febuary 3, 4, 11, and 12.

Phone : 781-279-2200

"Once Upon a Mattress" -- Stoneham, MA
February 4, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : February 4,5,11, and 12 at noon.
Stoneham Theatre, 395 Main Street
Stoneham, MA
Admission : $15

Stoneham Theatre Young Comanpy presents Once Upon a Mattress! Everyone from 8 to 80 will delight in this rollicking retelling of The Princess and the Pea. Dates: February 4,5,11, and 12 at noon.
Information: 781-279-2200.

"Into the Woods" --
February 4, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : February 4 and 10, 7 p.m.; February 5 and 11, at 3 p.m.
Stoneham Theatre 395 Main Street
Stoneham, MA
Admission : $15

Stoneham Theatre Young Company presents Into the Woods! Stephen Sondheim weaves together beloved fairy tales- Little Red Ridinghood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella- with his own original story of a childless Baker and his Wife, to explore the darker side of a happy ending. But after all the grannies have been saved and maidens have been married and wishes have been granted, it is what we do with our "Ever After" that is the true judge of our character.
Information 781-279-2200

Dan Zanes & Friends -- Portland, ME
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Hannaford Hall, Abromsom Center, USM Portland campus, 88 Bedford Street
Portland, ME

Dan Zanes & Friends create fun-filled, rockin' interactive dance parties wherever they go, performing exuberant, handmade 21st-century music that transcends language, genre, and age. Kids bounce to the catchy and playful tunes while adults appreciate the hip musicality. Grammy-award winning Zanes & Friends occupy a unique place in American music where sea shanties, North American and West Indian folk music, Mexican son jarocho, the spirit of early rock-and-roll and soulful originals come together in an extravaganza fit for kids.
Time: 1 p.m.
Admission: $10
Information: 207.842.0800

"Blown Away" -- Newburyport MA
February 10, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : Friday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 3 p.m.
Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square
Newburyport, MA
Admission : $10 Members/Student/Seniors • $12 Adults

Charles Schulz's iconic characters come to life on stage in "Blown Away," an original play written and directed by Stacey April Fix. Featuring an all-child cast, Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy and the whole gang share in this fast-paced show of vignettes that charm the audience with dance, song, and laughs. A wonderfully endearing slice of Americana, the Peanuts comic strip delights us with precocious children interacting in a world where adults are never seen.

Phone : 978-462-7336

Clifford the Big Red Dog LIVE – Storrs, CT
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 1 and 3 p.m.
Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
Admission : Adults, $13; children, $11

In dog years, he may be only 7, but Clifford the Big Red Dog is turning 50. The big guy is on tour in this special anniversary new musical for 2012-13, and makes an early stop in Storrs. Join him and his frisky friends Cleo and T-bone and his favorite two-leg – Emily Elizabeth – as they delight fans of the popular PBS KIDS show based on the books by Norman Bridwell.
Tickets and information: 860-486-4226 or visit jorgensen.uconn.edu

Family Mardi Gras Celebration – Dover, NH
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
6 Washington Street
Dover, NH

New Hampshire Children's Museum will celebrate the cultural traditions of Mardi Gras. Highlights of the Family Mardi Gras Celebration include live Cajun music by The Fiddling Thomsons, mask making and children's parades through the museum led by Albert the Costumed Alligator. There will also be New Orleans regional foods to sample, and each visitor will receive a strand of colorful Mardi Gras beads to wear and take home.
Time: Noon.
Admission: Activities are free with museum admission.
Information: 603-742-2002 or visit www.childrens-museum.org/cmnh2010/default.aspx

Be An Engineer Exhibit for Children -- Providence, RI
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
100 South Street
Providence, RI 02903
Admission : $8.50 for non-members

Kids investigate the world of engineering at fun-filled activity stations. Program a human robot, build towers, experiment with electrical conductivity, make oobleck and more. Recommended for ages 5 and older. Presented by the Society of Women Engineers, New England Shoreline Section.

Phone : 401-273-5437

Wingmasters at Providence Children's Museum --Providence, RI
February 20, 2012 to February 20, 2012
Time : 10 and 11 a.m.; 1 and 2 p.m.
100 South Street
Providence, RI
Admission : $8.50

Families learn about majestic birds of prey with licensed raptor rehabilitator Julie Collier. Meet a glorious golden eagle, a tiny owl, a red-tailed hawk, a falcon and other magnificent raptors. Recommended for ages 3 and older.
Information: 401-273-5437

The Hoopoe Show at Providence Children's Museum -- Providence, RI
February 21, 2012 to February 21, 2012
Time : 11:30 a.m.; 1 and 2 p.m.
100 South Street
Providence, RI
Admission : $8.50

Hoopoe the hilarious mime (Chris Yerlig) gets the audience into the act and dazzles them with silent comedy, eye-popping magic tricks and balloon wizardry in a funny, imaginative show. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
Information: 401-273-5437

"Sleeping Beauty" by Tanglewood Marionettes -- Newburyport, MA
April 22, 2012 to April 22, 2012
Time : 3-4 p.m.
Firehouse Center for the ArtsMarket SquareNewburyport MA 01950
MA
Admission : Adults, $11; students and seniors, $9

A classic tale which appeals to children of all ages, "Sleeping Beauty" begins in King Felix’s great hall for the christening of Princess Aurora. The party goes awry when the wicked witch arrives and curses Princess Aurora. Will the curse come true? Will someone with a “true heart” appear? You will know when you see Tanglewood Marionettes’ presentation of this best-loved tale. In this retelling, a painted story book opens to reveal each scene. Beautifully hand-crafted marionettes are brought to life by a master puppeteer as the dramatic events unfold.
Information: 978-462-7336

COMIX At Foxwoods -- Mashantucket, CT
January 22, 2012 to February 28, 2012
COMIX At Foxwoods Comedy Club, 350 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT

Need a good laugh? Stop by Comix At Foxwoods to see the best national club headliners, cutting-edge alternative comedy and musical variety acts, along with superb local talent. Comix also presents top-ranked national comedians at Foxwoods’ MGM Grand and Fox Theaters. Comix…life's tough, laugh hard.
Information: www.comixatfoxwoods.com or call 860-312-5050
Real Comix of New Jersey. February 8 and 12. Expect plenty of big hair, big accents, big personalities, and big laughs when “The Real Comix of New Jersey” fist-pumps its way to Comix At Foxwoods. Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $15
Tammy Pescatelli. February 9. Tammy Pescatelli really has a funny family. See their real-life antics on WE TV‘s new reality series,” A Stand Up Mother,” documenting her life as a comic, wife and mother of a large, loud Italian family. Mature Audiences. Time: Thursday and Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 and 10:30 p.m. Admission: $20-$40.
Comix Valentines Gay-la. February 14. Comedy show and dance party featuring Jim Lauletta and Doug Blay, hosted by Andrew Williams. Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $25.
Bobby Slayton. February 16-18. One of the most energetic, distinctive, and respected comedians of today, Slayton has been taking charge of the comedy scene for over 20 years. Bringing his talent to the big screen Slayton has been featured in major motion pictures including “Get Shorty” and “Dreamgirls,” as well as dozens of appearances on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and “Politically Correct.” Time: Thursday and Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Admission: $20-$50.
Dueling Pianos. February 17. A monthly show featuring two grand pianists playing contemporary tunes combined with bits of comedy and lyric substitutions. Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $5, $10
Big Apple Comix. February 19. Big Apple COMIX brings some of New York’s best and brightest to COMIX at Foxwoods for an unrivaled night of hilarity. Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $15
Wild Bill’s COMIX with Greg Warren. February 23. Nationally touring comedian Greg Warren takes the stage for the “Wild Bill’s Comix” showcase. The gut-busting show also features Rhode Island’s favorite comic Bill Simas. Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $15-$30
Greg Warren. February 24-25. This warmly endorsed comedian has been sharing his side-splitting stories to captivated audiences for years during which he has made countless TV appearances on hit programs like CMT’s “Comedy Stage” and Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend.” Warren entertained crowds across the country last year with the “Friends of Bob and Tom Comedy Tour” where his “Flute Man” bit became one of the most requested pieces of the show’s history. Time: Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 and 10:30 p.m. Admission: $20-$50. For mature audiences only.
Comix and Crohnies. February 26. A riotous evening of entertainment featuring Boston Comedy Festival semifinalist and New England comedy mainstay Dan Crohn. Headlining this showcase is comedian/writer Tony Moschetto. Time: 8 p.m. Admission: $15

Comedian Paul D'Angelo -- Salisbury Beach. MA
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : 8-11 p.m.
Blue Ocean Music Hall, 4 Oceanfront North
Salisbury , MA
Admission : $15

Who is the comedian/writer/actor that the Los Angeles Times calls “… quite likely the funniest entertainer you’ve never heard of… yet”? Local comedian Paul D’Angelo has been headlining A-list comedy clubs around the country for 20 years, entertaining hundreds of prominent corporate clients, and opening for over 50 international stars such as The Beach Boys, Tony Bennett, George Carlin, Joan Rivers and Dennis Miller.
Information: www.blueoceanhall.com or call 978-462-5888.

Comedy Hypnotist Frank Santos, Jr. – Salisbury Beach, MA
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Blue Ocean Music Hall, 4 Oceanfront North
Salisbury Beach, MA
Admission : $15

Premier R-rated Hypnotist Frank Santos Jr. has been amazing audiences for over a decade. His spectacular display of mind-bending antics can turn skeptics into fans. His act is always fresh, energetic, and unique: no two shows are ever the same! When Frank Santos Jr. performs the audience becomes the stars. You, your friends, and strangers across the room are all fair game awaiting the possibility of instant stardom!
Information: 978-462-5888 or visit www.blueoceanhall.com/

The Irish Comedy Tour -- Springfield, MA
February 24, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
CityStage,1 Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $29.50

The Irish Comedy Tour takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh trio. The comedians, whose ancestors hail from the Emerald Isle, include Detroit native Derek Richards; Boston-born Mike McCarthy; and from Dublin, Ireland Keith Aherne. Audiences howl at Richards's tales about his mom's dog, the holidays, and dating a stripper. McCarthy's no-holds-barred humor has landed him on Comedy Central and Showtime. The "comedy barbarian," as he calls himself, takes no prisoners when it comes to poking fun at society's most sensitive topics. Aherne, who has performed with many of his home country's favorite acts, including comedian Brendan Grace and The Dublin City Ramblers, will add authentic Irish music to the show. This show is not for children.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit http://www.symphonyhall.com/pages/Irish%20Comedy%20Tour.html

Comedian Steve Harvey – Mashantucket, CT
February 25, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
135 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT
Admission : $35, $45, and $55.

Harvey first hit the scene in the mid 1980s with a stand-up routine known for its cutthroat, tell-it-like-it-is comedy. His success as a stand-up comedian led to a long stint as host of “It’s Showtime at the Apollo.” In the following years, Harvey starred in the “Kings of Comedy” tour alongside Cedric The Entertainer, the late Bernie Mac and D.L. Hughley.
Information and tickets: www.foxwoods.com or call 866-646-0609 or 800-745-3000.

Comedy by David Sedaris -- Plymouth, NH
April 15, 2012 to April 15, 2012

With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s preeminent humor writers. Sedaris has been nominated for three Grammy Awards for Best Spoken Word and Best Comedy Album. Location: Plymouth State University, Silver Center for the Arts, 17 High Street. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: Adults, $35-$25; seniors, $33-$23; youth, $25-$15. Information: http://silver.plymouth.edu or call 603-535-2787 or 800-779-3869

The Capitol Steps --
April 25, 2012 to April 29, 2012
Time : Wednesday & Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m.
CityStage, One Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $40.50, $36

The Capitol Steps began as a group of Senate staffers who set out to satirize the very people and places that employed them. In the years that followed, many of the Steps ignored the conventional wisdom ("Don't quit your day job!"), and although not all of the current members of the Steps are former Capitol Hill staffers, taken together the performers have worked in a total of 18 Congressional offices and represent 62 years of collective House and Senate staff experience. bb Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

Winter Family Farm Day – Troy, NH
February 27, 2012 to February 27, 2012
Time : 9 a.m. -3 p.m.
The Inn at East Hill Farm 460 Monadnock Street
Troy, NH
Admission : Adults, $25; children, $15. Prices include the day of activities, dinner, tax and tip.

Participate in any or all of the activities: milk the cow, milk the goat, pat the bunnies, candle making in the dining room, make butter with farmer Dave, supervised sledding on the hill, pony rides in the barn (weather permitting),make s'mores at the campfire, arts & crafts in the dining room, pony grooming in the barn. Reservations required.

Phone : 603.242.6495

Sheepshearing Festival at Gore Place – Waltham, MA
April 28, 2012 to April 28, 2012
Time : 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Governor Gore Mansion, 52 Gore Street
Waltham, MA
Admission : Adults, $15; children age 12 and younger, free

Demonstrations of sheep-shearing, herding dogs, spinning, weaving, and more. Large crafts fair, live entertainment, wagon rides, historic demonstrators, games and farm animals. Food vendors on site, free parking, no dogs allowed, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Information and tickets: www.goreplace.org

Phone : 781-894-2798

Sheepshearing Festival at Gore Place – Waltham, MA
April 28, 2012 to April 28, 2012
Time : 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Governor Gore Mansion, 52 Gore Street
Waltham, MA
Admission : Adults, $15; children age 12 and younger, free

Demonstrations of sheep-shearing, herding dogs, spinning, weaving, and more. Large crafts fair, live entertainment, wagon rides, historic demonstrators, games and farm animals. Food vendors on site, free parking, no dogs allowed, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Information and tickets: www.goreplace.org or call 781-894-2798

Litchfield Hills Winter Wine Trail – Litchfield region, CT
January 1, 2012 to March 30, 2012
Brookfield, New Hartford, Litchfield, New Preston, Goshen, CT

Go see what the local vineyards have to offer in the winter. Visit six participating wineries and be entered into a grand prize drawing. Pick up a program card at any participating winery. Visit all six wineries and have your card signed. Then, turn it in by April 10th 2012. Participating wineries include DiGrazia Vineyards (Brookfield), Jerram Winery (New Hartford), Haight-Brown Vineyard (Litchfield), Hopkins Vineyard (New Preston), Miranda Vineyard (Goshen) and Sunset Meadow Vineyards (Goshen).
Information: http://www.hopkinsvineyard.com/2011LitchfieldHillsWinterWineTrail.docx

Kitchen Garden Dinner Series at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens – Boothbay, ME
January 24, 2012 to April 11, 2012
Time : 6 p.m.
Kitchen Garden Cafe of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Barters Island Road
Boothbay, ME
Admission : $90 for dinner, wine, tax, and gratuities

The Kitchen Garden Dinner Series brings some of Maine’s finest chefs into the Kitchen Garden Café to prepare innovative, seasonal multi-course meals. The chefs who create the meals in this popular series also create a memorable dining experience. Menus may be requested in advance by phone nearer the dates of the dinners. Please make your reservations early.
Information: www.mainegardens.org or call 207-633-4333
Chef Pierre Gignac of 98 Provence in Ogunquit on January 24
Chefs Marc & Tim of Trattoria Athena in Brunswick on February 12
Chef Chris Bassett from Azure Café in Freeport on March 28
Chef Christopher Anderson of Wings Hill in Belgrade Lakes on April 11

Osterville Chocolate Fest – Osterville, MA
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Osterville Village
Barnstable, MA

Osterville will sweeten the season! All sorts of "chocolate" events, activities and treats.
Information: 508-428-6327 or visit www.ostervillevillageassociation.org

Upper Valley chocolate Festival -- Norwich, VT
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Tracy Hall, 300 Main Street
Norwich, VT

This chocolate lovers’ event consists of local chocolatiers and chocolate artisans including restaurants, bakeries, patisseries, and catering companies. Vendors will vie for a People’s Choice Award for the Best Chocolate Dessert in the Upper Valley, offer samples to festival guests, and sell their products.
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Tickets for the event are $10, which entitle you to one sample of each of the entries for the event.
Information: 603-448-4893.

Darien Restaurant Week -- Darien, CT
February 6, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Downtown Darien CT
Darien , CT
Admission : Lunch, $10.12 to $20.12; dinner, $15.12 to $30.12

Darien Restaurant Week will offer consumers great deals, the opportunity to experience some new restaurants, and re-visit a few of their favorites throughout the next installment of Darien Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants will offer a special prix-fixe lunch and/or dinner menu during the entire week. Number of courses to be offered is a minimum of 3 (Excludes tax and gratuity)
Information: www.darienchamberonline.com

Phone : 203-655-3600

Full Moon Supper at Salt Water Farm – Lincolnville, ME
February 7, 2012 to February 7, 2012
Time : 6 p.m.
Salt Water Farm, 2299 Atlantic Hwy
Lincolnville, ME
Admission : $65

Since the heaviest snow usually falls during this month, native tribes of the north and east most often called February's full moon the Full Snow Moon. Some tribes also referred to this Moon as the Full Hunger Moon, since harsh weather conditions in their areas made hunting very difficult. Dinner includes finnan haddie fritters, aioli, Maine shrimp risotto, peas, leeks, fine herbs, grilled radicchio, shaved fennel, chopped egg, bacon, gorgonzola buttermilk vinaigrette, braised short ribs, celery root, cannellini beans, crispy shallots and Jerusalem artichokes, olive oil semolina cake with cara cara, marmalade and crème Anglaise
Information and tickets: www.saltwaterfarm.com.

Red,White, & Brew Wine & Beer Pairing & Auction -- Warwick, RI
February 9, 2012 to February 9, 2012
Time : 6-9 p.m
Warwick Museum of Art, 3259 Post Road
Warwick, RI 02886
Admission : $50 per person

Enjoy a relaxed evening of great wine, food, and live music. Bid on an eclectic array of live and silent auctions. All proceeds to benefit Easter Seals RI.

Phone : 401-284-3738

FeBREWary: The Science of Beer
February 9, 2012 to February 9, 2012
Time : 7-9 p.m.
ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, One College Street
Burlington, VT
Admission : $20

A lot of science goes into creating a recipe that yields the best flavor of beer for the variety of palates needing to be satisfied. This evening will turn a neophyte beer drinker into a near-master brewer, or at the very least, teach us to appreciate the nuances of a good malt beverage. ECHO's After Dark FeBREWary event will have presenters from Northeastern University; University of Vermont; and Vermont Home Brew Supply. Classic pub games will also be featured. Price includes five beer tastings (there will be 15 beers featured) and a collectible tasting glass.
Information and tickets: 877-324-6386, option 7.

Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival 2012 -- Salem, MA
February 10, 2012 to February 14, 2012
Time : Consult website
Various locations in Salem
Salem, MA
Admission : Consult website

A celebration of chocolate, ice sculptures, and wine! Enjoy wine and chocolate tastings, events, great shopping, and more than 15 ice sculptures installed around downtown Salem. The festival officially kicks off with a Chocolate and Wine Tasting, on Friday, February 10 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm, at Hamilton Hall, 9 Chestnut Street. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in advance at the Salem Chamber of Commerce, 265 Essex Street.
Information and schedule: http://salem-chamber.org/salems-so-sweet-44.html

Valentine's Day Dinner and a Movie Date Night – Plymouth, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : Dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by movies at 7 p.m.
Gainsborough Hall and Plimoth Cinema, Plimoth Plantation, 137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA
Admission : $90 per couple

Plimoth Plantation invites you to celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner and a movie at Plimoth Cinema. Movies will be “A Dangerous Method,” which explores the turbulent relationship between Carl Jung, Sigmund Freud, and Sabina Spielrein, a disturbed young woman who comes between them; and “Midnight in Paris,” a romantic comedy by Woody Allen. Commencing with your choice of red or white wine, the menu includes orange and watercress salad, tenderloin tips or lobster pie, sweet potato gratin, sautéed swiss chard, berry trifle with shaved chocolate. Reservations are required.
Information and reservations: 508-746-1622 ext. 8365 or e-mail dcox@plimoth.org.

Be Mine: Chocolate and Valentines – Sturbridge, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA

Learn about the history of chocolate - from bean to beverage. Old Sturbridge Village historians will demonstrate processing chocolate by hand using cacao beans in the original manner of ancient Mexico, where chocolate originates. They will use a metate to grind freshly roasted chocolate nibs to make a hot, spiced chocolate drink. Children can make their own valentines and visitors of all ages can meet the local woman responsible for the popularity of sending valentines in the United States.
Information: 508-347-3362 or visit www.osv.org/museum/

Valentine Ghost Hunt -- Damariscotta, ME
February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Salt Bay CafeMain St.
Damariscotta, ME
Admission : $45, inclusive. By Reservation Only

Dinner and then a ghost hunt through a three-story building to investigate long-time and recent reports of visual and auditory manifestations of possible paranormal activity. The Midnight Explore invites guests to participate in actual evidence collection activities.
Information: 207-380-4677

Wine-ter-Fest 2012 -- Middletown, RI
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Newport Vineyards, 909 E. Main Road (Route 138)
Middletown, RI
Admission : $20/person.

Chase away Winter's chill and have a tasty thrill at Newport Vineyards. Check out the outside Ice Wine bar. Wine tasting, cheese, chocolate, and spreadable edibles offered by local gourmet purveyors. R.S.V.P. suggested to info@newportvineyards.com.
Information: 401-848-5161

A Taste of Vermont – Stratton, VT
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 7-9 p.m.
Stratton Base Lodge, Stratton Mountain Resort, 5 Village Lodge Road
Stratton , VT
Admission : Adults, $35; children age 12 and younger, $15; family of four, $100

Tastings from local restaurants; cast bar; silent auction; activities for kids. Special guest and cook-off judge Chef Suvir Suran. This is a fund-raiser for the Stratton Foundation
Information: www.stratton.com

Phone : 802-297-2096

Wine and Chocolate Weekend -- Statewide, VT
February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : Noon to 5 p.m.
VT
Admission : Free

Vermont wineries have created a unique paring of one of their wines and a local chocolate confection or other Vermont dessert product. The range of wines featured during the Wine and Chocolate weekend reflects the variety of wine and wine products from Vermont. Tastings are free; visitors may purchase a bottle of the featured wine and chocolates.
Information: http://vermontgrapeandwinecouncil.com.
Wineries participating in the Wine and Chocolate Weekend include:
Artesano Mead, Groton serving at Shelburne Vineyard on Sunday. (802) 584-9000; www.artesanomead.com.
Boyden Valley Winery, Cambridge. (802) 644-8151; www.boydenvalley.com.
Caledonia Spirits and Winery, Hardwick, partnering with Magic Spoon Bakery. (802) 472-8000; www.caledoniaspirits.com.
Champlain Orchards, Shoreham. (802) 897-2777; www.champlainorchards.com.
Eden Ice Cider, West Charleston, at Caledonia Spirits and Winery. (802) 895-2838, www.edenicecider.com.
Grand View Winery, E. Calais. (802) 456-7012; www.grandviewwinery.com.
Lincoln Peak Vineyard, Middlebury. (802) 388-7368; www.lincolnpeakvineyard.com.
Neshobe River Winery, Brandon. (802) 247-8002; www.neshoberiverwinery.com.
pane e salute, Woodstock. (802) 457-4882; www.osteriapaneesalute.com.
Putney Mountain Winery, Putney. (802) 387-4610; www.putneywine.com.
Shelburne Vineyard, Shelburne. (802) 985-8222; www.shelburnevineyard.com
Snow Farm Vineyard, South Hero. (802) 372-9463; www.snowfarm.com.
Sugarbush Farm & Vineyard, Colchester. (802) 893-2928; www.hillisfarm.com.

A Taste of Vermont – Stratton, VT
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 7-9 p.m.
Stratton Base Lodge, 5 Village Lodge Road
Stratton, VT
Admission : Adults, $35; children age 12 and younger, $15; family of four, $100

This is a community culinary event with tastings from over 51 professional chefs, local eateries, and amateur chefs; voting for People's Choice awards; appearance by Chef Suvir Suran; boutique and silent auction; activities kids.
Information: www.strattonfoundation.org/events.php .

Truffle Making with Chef Fritz Knipschildt -- South Norwalk, CT
February 16, 2012 to February 16, 2012
Time : 6-8 p.m.
The Clarke Culinary Center, 64 South Main Street
South Norwalk, CT
Admission : $85 per person

In this hands-on class, you will work side-by-side with Master Chocolatier Fritz Knipschildt to create his award-winning truffles. Tasting as you go, you’ll enjoy a glass or two of Fritz's favorite wine while you prepare these heavenly treats. And, of course, you'll take home samples and the recipes to allow you to create these for your family. Registration required by phone or online.
Information: 800-842-5275 or visit www.clarkecorp.com/chefseries/

Tavern Dinner at the Museums of Old York – York, ME
February 17, 2012 to February 17, 2012
Time : 6-8 p.m.
Jefferds Tavern, 3 Lindsay Road
York, ME
Admission : $35

Come and dine by the open fire in historic Jefferds’ Tavern where staff and volunteers dressed in Colonial costume will prepare a fabulous meal at the hearth while guests relax by the fire and kindle new friendships. The February 17th Tavern Dinner will feature a top round roast sizzling on the hearth. A special dinner guest, a Colonial soldier, home from the battle against the British, will tell stories of Indians and war. Reservations are required.
Information and reservations: Please email programs@oldyork.org. Visit http://www.oldyork.org/Visit/calendar.html

Wine Pairing Dinner -- Brandon, VT
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 6:30 p.m.
The Brandon Inn, 20 Park St, Brandon
Brandon, VT
Admission : $55 per person (includes all taxes & gratuities)

Enjoy the Wine Pairing Dinner at The Brandon Inn featuring wines from the Neshobe River Winery and Shoreham Winery. Advance reservation only; reserve before Monday, February 13.
Information: 802-247-6401

American Lamb Jam – Cambridge, MA
February 19, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : 3-6 p.m.
The Charles Hotel, 1 Bennett Street
Cambridge , MA
Admission : $50, including all food and beverages

Hosted by TV Diner’s Billy Costa, lamb loving chefs will create luscious lamb dishes paired with local beers from area breweries and compete for the title of Boston Lamb Master and an opportunity to battle other top lamb-loving chefs at a Master Lamb Jam this fall. Chefs who woo the crowds and win the hearts of judges will take home awards for Best in Show and People’s Choice. Attendees will see butchery demonstrations by Chefs Chris Douglas & Nuno Alves of Tavolo and Butcher Josh Pert.
Information and tickets: 617-864-1200 or visit www.FansofLambBoston.com.

The Winter Braise with Chef Matt Storch -- South Norwalk, CT
February 22, 2012 to February 22, 2012
Time : 6:30-8:30 p.m.
The Clarke Culinary Center, 64 South Main Street
South Norwalk, CT
Admission : $100 per person

Learn about and taste shanks, ribs, veggies, and even treats from the sea that are immersed in flavorful liquids and simmered all day long. Chef Matt Storch, known for his culinary talents at Match in South Norwalk, will share his true love method of cooking used for appetizers, pasta sauces and main courses that is inspired by numerous cultures around the world. Registration required by phone or online.
Information: 800-842-5275 or visit www.clarkeculinarycenter.com

Chocolate Festival – Intervale, NH
February 26, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Time : 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mount Washington Valley Ski touring and Snowshoe Center, 279 NH Route 16-302
Intervale, NH
Admission : $30-$35

Come to cross country ski, snowshoe, or drive from inn to inn along a 65-kilometer trail network to enjoy the spectacular scenery, warm hospitality, and chocolate treats at stops throughout the network, most located along the trails. Trailside treats served at: 1785 Inn, Adventure Suites, Eastern Inns, The Local Grocer, Old Field House, Riverside Inn B&B, Stonehurst Manor, the Touring Center at Ragged Mountain Equipment, the Whitaker Woods Meeting House, Buttonwood Inn on Mount Surprise, Sugar Shack at 100 Acre Woods. All participants must purchase a 2012 Festival Ticket, which includes a trail pass, chocolate treats, and use of the shuttle. Tickets may be purchased online in advance or at the Touring Center anytime.
Information: http://mwvskitouring.org/chocolatefestival.html

Chili Cookoff – North Conway Village, NH
March 3, 2012 to March 3, 2012
Time : 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
North Conway Village, NH
Admission : Adults, $15; children age 12 and younger, $7.

Businesses throughout North Conway Village will offer everything from Chilly Ski Gear to Chilean wines to make this a spicy event. Tastings for the public are at the Flatbread Company/New England Ski Museum at Eastern Slope Inn, Rafferty’s Restaurant and Pub, and the parking lot of Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center. Tickets and el passaportes for the Chili Cookoff and Chilly Chili Stroll are available at the Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce and at participating venues.
Information and tickets: 800-367-3364 or visit www.Mtwashingtonvalley.org.

Maple Madness Dinner – Troy, NH
March 4, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : 5 p.m.
The Inn at East Hill Farm 460 Monadnock Steet
Troy, NH
Admission : Adults, $22.95; children up to age 15, $12.95 excluding tax & tip

An evening filled with live fiddle music and delicious maple fare of fresh bread, stew, corn fritters, maple walnut chicken, corned beef, vegetables, pudding, cobbler, cream puffs, and more. BYOB. Reservations required.

Phone : 603.242.6495

Kinsale, Ireland Festival of Fine Food – Newport, RI
March 8, 2012 to March 12, 2012
City wide
Newport, RI

Chefs from Newport's sister city, Kinsale, Ireland, show off their cookery talents to create traditional and contemporary Irish cuisine in local restaurants. Many and varied cooking and dining events for the public. More details to come; check website.
Information: 401-845-9123 or visit www.gonewport.com/events-calendar

James Beard Dinner with Chef Prasad Chirnomula -- South Norwalk, CT
March 15, 2012 to March 15, 2012
Time : 6-9 p.m.
The Clarke Culinary Center, 64 South Main Street
South Norwalk, CT
Admission : $200 per person

Join the man known as the best Indian chef in America, as he brings his special James Beard House dinner to The Clarke Culinary Center. This promises to be a thrilling night from Mole to Masalas, for which Chef Prasad has designed an elegant and innovative menu that seamlessly weaves together the cuisines of India and Mexico. Registration is required by phone or online to join an intimate group in this culinary exploration.
Iformation: www.clarkeculinarycenter.com or call 800-842-5275

Newport Restaurant Week in the Spring – Newport, RI
March 23, 2012 to April 1, 2012
Participating Restaurants
Newport, RI

A three-course meal from some of the finest area restaurant without breaking the bank! From a steaming cup of chowder overlooking the harbor to fine dining in romantic restaurants, Newport & Bristol County restaurants offer an array of creative menus. Check website for participating restaurants.
Cost: $16 for a three-course lunch and $30 for a three-course dinner.
Information: 401-845-9123 or visit www.gonewportrestaurantweek.com

March Maple Dinner – Stockbridge, MA
March 26, 2012 to March 26, 2012
Time : Hors d’oeuvres, at 6 p.m.; dinner at 7 p.m.
The Red Lion Inn, 222 Adams Road
Stockbridge, MA
Admission : $120 per person

Berkshire Grown chefs will create a maple-inspired dinner to celebrate maple sugaring season as a fundraiser for Berkshire Grown and Share the Bounty project. Several chefs will join host Brian Alberg, executive chef of The Red Lion Inn to create a delicious multi-course meal featuring local ingredients available at this time of year. Chefs include Lester Blumenthal of Route 7 Grill; Christopher Bonnivier of Gala Steakhouse & Bistro at The Orchards Hotel; Adam Brassard of Williams Inn; Peter Platt of The Old Inn on the Green; Gregg Roach of Wild Oats Market; Dan Smith and John Andrews of a Farmhouse Restaurant.
Information: 413-528-0041.

New England Regional Chili Cook Off -- Somers, CT
April 28, 2012 to April 29, 2012
Time : 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pleasant View 452 South Road
Somers, CT
Admission : Adults, $6 and 2 canned goods; free for children under age 5 and people over age 70

Sanctioned and governed by the International Chili Society, cooks will compete in Red Chili, Chili Verde and Salsa categories. There will also be non-ICS categories for a Youth Division for kids under 18 years of age and People's Choice Chili. There will be a hot pepper eating contest and DEFCON will have a Death Match wing-eating contest! Cash awards will be distributed to winning teams.
Information: www.chilict.com

Illuminated Garden 2012 -- Newport, RI
February 24, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : 6 to 9 p.m.
Hazard Road
Newport, RI
Admission : Free

Thousands of lights are displayed in the trees and unique features of Ballard Park's three-acre quarry meadow. Guests are advised to wear boots because trails may be muddy, dark and uneven. Bring a flashlight. Use Hazard Road entrance.
Information: 401-619-3377

Colonial Reenactors Host Weekend Tours at Smith-Appleby House – Smithfield, RI
January 1, 2012 to April 29, 2012
Time : Saturday and Sunder afternoons; call for hours
The Smith-Appleby House, 220 Stillwater Road
Smithfield, RI
Admission : Adults, $5

Volunteer historians in Colonial costume will conduct tours of the Smith-Appleby House Museum, where visitors can learn about the 316-year history and architecture of the home, the Smith-Appleby family and 18th century living in Rhode Island; watch demonstrations; examine period furnishings, clothing and household items; and sample hearth-baked goods.
Information: www.smithapplebyhouse.org or call 401-231-7363

An Evening of Chocolate and Romance – Sturbridge, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
Admission : $12 for Love Letters

Join an evening filled with the love letters of John and Abigail Adams, historic chocolate processing, chocolate and cheese tasting, and musical entertainment. John and Abigail's love letters will be presented as presented by Patricia Bridgman and Thomas Macy. After the performance, meet John and Abigail in the Bullard Tavern and enjoy period chocolate processing demonstrations, a chocolate and cheese tasting, and musical entertainment. Before the performance, enjoy a romantic Valentine's Dinner in the Oliver Wight Tavern. Reservations requested; space is limited.
Information: 508-347-3362 or visit www.osv.org/museum.

Jane Austen Tours: The Art of Romance in the Austen Era – Waltham, MA
February 12, 2012 to February 14, 2012
Time : February 12, 1 and 3 p.m.; February 14, 7:30 p.m.
Governor Gore Mansion, 52 Gore Street
Waltham, MA
Admission : Adults, $14; ages 5-12, $10

Join a guide dressed in period costume who will use the famous author's words to describe romance in the Regency era while touring the beautiful 1806 Governor Gore mansion.
Information and tickets: www.goreplace.org

Phone : 781-894-2798

Thompson Ice House Ice Harvest -- South Bristol, ME
February 19, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Thompson Ice House, 12 miles south on Route 129 South Bristol
Bristol, ME

See how ice was harvested for refrigeration in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Everyone is welcome to help move the ice blocks to the ice house. Enjoy ice skating, horse-drawn wagon rides, food and drinks, and ice house souvenirs. This is a great opportunity to visit the museum, learn, participate, and enjoy the outdoors.
Time: 9 a.m. to late afternoon
Admission: Free.
Information: 207-883-3145

Old Masters to Monet: Three Centuries of French Painting
December 13, 2011 to February 28, 2012
Michele & Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts, 21 Edwards Street
Springfield, MA

An exhibition of 50 outstanding masterpieces from the collection of the Wadsworth Atheneum. The works provide a history of French painting, ranging from the 17th through the 19th century and into the beginning of the 20th century. All the major types of painting are represented, including religious and mythological subjects, portraiture, landscape, still life, and genre. Exhibit open through April 29, 2012.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: In addition to museum admission, adults, $10; children ages 12-17, $5.
Information: 800-625-7738.

Walter Wick: Games, Gizmos and Toys in the Attic -- Greenwich,CT
December 28, 2011 to March 16, 2012
Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT

This retrospective exhibition spotlights the playful and interactive world of Walter Wick, author and creator of the Can You See What I See? series and co-creator of the I Spy books for children. About 40 large-scale color photographs from his books, as well as several of the models used to craft the images, will be on view in this family-friendly exhibition. Exhhibit open through April 22, 2012.
Time: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
Cost: Adults, $7; students age 5-22, $6; seniors over age 64, $6
Information: 203-869-0376 or visit http://brucemuseum.org

Bijoux: The Origins and Impact of Jewelry
January 1, 2012 to March 11, 2012
Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive
Greenwich, CT

In this “Age of Sustainability,” jewelry artists are experimenting with both new and long forgotten materials and techniques. This trend is pushing the envelope in jewelry design and has set the stage for a renewed appreciation for the intimacy between art and science.
Time: Tuesday.-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Free with museum admission.
Information: 203- 869-0376 or visit brucemuseum.org/site/exhibitions_detail/bijoux_its_origins_its_impacts/

Pop-Up! The Magical World of Movable Books -- Stockbridge, MA
January 1, 2012 to April 22, 2012
Time : Weekdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and weekends, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Norman Rockwell Museum, 9 Glendale Road, Route 183
Stockbridge, MA
Admission : Admission: Adults, $16; seniors, $14.50; college students, $10; children age 6-18, $5.

The history and wonder of pop-up books will be brought to life in this special exhibition featuring Barbara and Bernard Shapiro’s extensive collection of movable literature for the young and the young at heart. The exhibition will feature diverse genres, from whimsy and fantasy to the worlds of art, history and science. Exhibit open throught April 22, 2012.
Information: www.nrm.org/

Phone : 413-298-4100

Centuries of Progress: American World’s Fairs, 1853-1982 -- Stamford, CT
January 14, 2012 to March 18, 2012
Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road
Stamford, CT

This exhibit presents a remarkable overview of more than a century of American World’s Fairs. Often organized to coincide with noted anniversaries, American World’s Fairs were dynamic mega-productions meant to fill visitors with a sense of awe and possibility. Countries, companies, and institutions recognized them as opportunities to present themselves in the best possible light. Their importance to industry cannot be overemphasized: companies saw them as tremendous marketing venues. Some hugely familiar products were introduced or made popular at the fair: Wonder Bread, nylon, shredded wheat, and the ice cream cone, to mention a few.
Information: www.stamfordmuseum.org.

Phone : 203-322-1646

Copycat: Reproducing Works of Art – Williamstown, MA
January 29, 2012 to April 1, 2012
Time : Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, 225 South Street
Williamstown, MA
Admission : Admission is free through May.

Exploring the line between innovation and imitation, the exhibition features 50 prints and photographs that are both original works of art and repetitions of drawings, prints, paintings, sculptures, and architecture created by other artists. The exhibition highlights the complex process of copying by studying replications of many rarely seen works from the Clark’s permanent collection, including those by Albrecht Dürer, Paul Cézanne, Eugène Delacroix, Rembrandt van Rijn, Roger Fenton, and Édouard Manet, among others.
Information: www. clarkart.edu.

Phone : 413 458 2303

Mens et Manus folded paper sculptures exhibit – Brockton, MA
February 4, 2012 to March 31, 2012
Time : Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak Street
Brockton, MA
Admission : Adults, $8; seniors and students, $5; children age 12 and younger, free.

Latin for “mind and hand,” the MIT motto mens et manus is meant to exemplify the relationship between the work of the intellect and the work of the hand. Paper folding—or origami as it is also popularly known—is the practice of transforming paper into complex representational and abstract three-dimensional sculpture through a series of complex folds. This exhibit draws a connection between origami, a folk art with roots in the 17th century and contemporary complex mathematical inquiry. Exhibit on display until April 29, 2012.
Information: www.fullercraft.org

Phone : 508-588-6000

Mad Hatter's Tea Party at the Clark -- Williamstown, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 6:30 p.m.
The Clark, 225 South Street
Williamstown, MA
Admission : $50

In the spirit of Alice's adventures in Wonderland, don your most interesting hat and be part of the fun at the Mad Hatter's Tea Party in celebration of the exhibition Clark Remix, a whole new way of looking at and interacting with many of the great works in the Clark’s collection. Featuring fanciful foods, daring drinks, hilarious hats, and mod music, the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party is a fun foray in this legendary art museum.
Information: 413-458-2303 or visit www.clarkart.edu.

Glass Artist Dan Dailey: Working Method – Brockton, MA
February 18, 2012 to April 30, 2012
Time : Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak Street
Brockton, MA
Admission : Adults, $8; seniors and students, $5; children age 12 and younger, free.

Dan Dailey, the first graduate student of Dale Chihuly, has pursued his own unique voice in glass, from his singular work in antique Vitrolite sheet glass to complex constructions of blown glass and metal. This retrospective exhibition focuses on the various methods and techniques employed by the glass artist during his 40-year career. Exhibit on display until June 3, 2012.
Information: www.fullercraft.org

Phone : 508-588-6000

Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist at the Portland Museum of Art – Portland, ME
February 23, 2012 to April 15, 2012
Portland Museum of Art, High and Congress streets
Portland , ME

This exhibit will be the first comprehensive exhibition in the history of the Museum devoted to the 19th century French master Edgar Degas. Comprised of more than 70 drawings, prints, pastels, and photographs, the exhibition will provide an insightful exploration of the oeuvre of one of the most skilled and complex artists in art history. The exhibition also will include 17 rare works by artists of his circle, including Mary Cassatt, Paul Cézanne, Jean-Auguste Dominique Ingres, and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Exhibit open through May 28.
Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission: Adults, $12; for seniors and students, $10; youth age 3 to 17, $6. Free Fridays, 5-9 p.m.

Titanic – 12,450 Feet Below at Mystic Aquarium – Mystic, CT
April 12, 2012 to June 15, 2012
Time : Open daily
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration, 55 Coogan Blvd.
Mystic, CT
Admission : Adults, $29; seniors over age 60, $26; children age 3-17, $21.

This exhibit, opening at the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, is a collaboration between oceanographic explorer Dr. Robert Ballard and Tim Delaney, a former Walt Disney designer. Bringing the legendary vessel’s timeless history to life, “Titanic – 12,450 Feet Below” captivates minds with a glowing iceberg that is cold to the touch, a bi-level adventure area inspired by Titanic’s engine room, hands-on experiences that unfold Titanic’s lingering mysteries, and modern deep-sea technology that led to Titanic’s eventual discovery. This permanent exhibit opens April 12, 2012.
Information: www.mysticaquarium.org/ife

Phone : 860-572-5955

Great Jazz in Massachusetts in February -- Statewide, MA
February 2, 2012 to February 29, 2012
Time : Consult website
MA
Admission : Consult website

MassJazz has compiled over 70 live jazz and blues events taking place all across Massachusetts in February, every night of the week. A number of world-renowned musicians are performing in the Bay State in February, including Hugh Masekela, David Sanborn, George Clinton, Larry Coryell, Mike Stern, Earl Klugh and Paula Cole.And check out jazz on college campuses, including Jason Moran at New England Conservatory, Wynton Marsalis at Harvard University, Legendary Ladies of Song at Merrimack College, BC bOp! Jazz Band at Boston College and Two Trombone Trios at UMass/Amherst.
Information and schedules: www.MassJazz.com.

Catie Curtis -- Brownfield, ME
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road
Brownfield, ME
Admission : $20

She is amazingly funny, endearing, heartfelt and gracious, and that's why she keeps coming back. She writes about life, love and has an unflinching dedication to social issues that has long characterized her strongest work as a song writer. When Catie sings her own songs, there is no one better.... and it doesn't hurt that she grew up in Maine neither! Always a favorite.
www.stonemountainartscenter.com/ArtsCenter/

Phone : 207-935-7292

Celebrate Bob Marley's Birthday with Soul Shot – Westerly, RI
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for dinner; music at 9:30 p.m.
The Knickerbocker Café, 35 Railroad Avenue
Westerly, RI
Admission : $10

Soulshot is New England's premier reggae, ska, and rocksteady band. Formed in 2003, Soulshot is known for its many gigs in the U.S. and Jamaica with singer Ernie Smith, Dalton "Screwdriver" Lindo at the Ocean State Reggae Festival, the Cape Cod 2007 Winter Bash, and with the sweet voice of Rastaman Roger Robin from the UK. Soulshot's members combine four decades of experience performing Jamaican style ska, rocksteady and reggae.
Information: 401-596-4225 or visit www.theknickerbockercafe.com

Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience -- Stowe, VT
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, 122 Hourglass Drive
Stowe, VT
Admission : $36

Grammy award winning artist Terrance Simien, 8th generation Louisiana Creole has been shattering the myths about what his indigenous Creole Zydeco music is and is not. Leading his Zydeco Experience Band, Simien has become one of the most respected and internationally recognized touring and recording artists in roots music today.
Information: 802-760-4634 or visit www.sprucepeakarts.org/

Manner Effect featuring Sarah Elizabeth Charles – Brattleboro, VT
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Vermont Jazz Center, 72 Cotton Mill Hill #222
Brattleboro , VT
Admission : $10 general admission, available at door only.

Acclaimed Western Massachusetts singer Sarah Elizabeth Charles brings her voice home, appearing as part of the New York City-based jazz quintet.

Nicolay with guest The Hot at Nights -- Cambridge, MA
February 5, 2012 to February 5, 2012
Time : 8-10:30 p.m.
Club Passim, 47 Palmer Street
Cambridge, MA
Admission : $15

Grammy-nominated music producer/performer Nicolay has teamed up with the Hot at Nights, featuring 8-string guitar virtuoso Chris Boerner, with Matt Douglas on sax/woodwinds and Nick Baglio on drums, to produce an engaging live performance.
Information: 617-492-7679

The Muir String Quartet – Providence, RI
February 6, 2012 to February 6, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Sapinsley Hall at Rhode Island College, 600 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Providence, RI
Admission : $35

The second concert in the Beethoven Cycle will include String Quartet in E-Flat Major, Op. 74, String Quartet in G Major, Op. 18, No. 2 and String Quartet in C-sharp minor, Op. 131.
Information: 401-456-8144 or visit www.ric.edu/pfa/pas.php

Irish Descendants -- Unity, ME
February 7, 2012 to February 7, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Unity Centre for the Performing Arts, 42 Depot Street
Unity, ME
Admission : $20

Since their formation in 1990, the Irish Descendants have garnered a loyal fan base in their native Canada, and captured the attention of an ever-growing international audience. The band’s award winning recordings range from lilting ballads to toe-tapping reels, and their high energy, humorous live performances have made them a popular attraction at home and abroad.
Information: www.unityme.org/theater/

Phone : 207-948-SHOW

Come Sunday With Jazz Vocalist Patrice Williamson -- Cambridge, MA
February 8, 2012 to February 8, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
New School of Music, 25 Lowell Street
Cambridge, MA
Admission : $12/Adults, $6/seniors & children

Patrice Williamson is performing a live, intimate concert at the New School of Music. This concert will be a short musical journey of Patrice Williamson’s favorite black female singers.
Information: 617-492-8105

David Sanborn -- Brownfield, ME
February 9, 2012 to February 9, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road
Brownfield, ME
Admission : $65

Renowned and revered the world over as one of the greatest saxophone players of all-time, David Sanborn is an artist whose music has inspired countless other musicians while creating a body of work that spans the genres of rock ‘n’ roll, R&B, pop and jazz. A naturally gifted performer, David has helped define the saxophone’s modern sound while influencing a generation.
www.stonemountainartscenter.com/ArtsCenter/

Phone : 207-935-7292

Yale Concert Band presents The Silver Screen: Music and Film -- New Haven, CT
February 10, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Time : 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Woolsey Hall, 500 College Street
New Haven, CT
Admission : Free

The Yale Concert Band (Thomas C. Duffy, Music Director) will play a concert of music from or inspired by films and video games, as well as one piece that inspired an original animation.
information: 203-432-4113 or visit www.yale.edu/yaleband/ycb/schedule.html

Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience – Norfolk, CT
February 10, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West
Norfolk, CT
Admission : $17 and $30

For more than two decades Grammy award winning artist Terrance Simien, a Louisiana Creole, has been shattering the myths about what his indigenous Creole Zydeco music is and is not. Leading his Zydeco Experience Band, Simien has become one of the most respected and internationally recognized touring and recording artists in roots music today.
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com

NoteAble Decades -- Concord, NH
February 10, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street
Concord, NH
Admission : $20.

Noteable decades, New Hampshire’s favorite party band, take you back in time with some of the best songs and music of the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. NotaAble Decades brings fun and excitement to town wherever they play. This incredibly versatile band features a sizzling mix of bass, guitar, keyboard, percussion and a dynamic vocal trio who enjoy singing the songs we all knew and loved. This is just the band to chase away the winter blues.
Information: www.ccanh.com.

Phone : 603-255-1111

The Stradivari Quartet -- Stowe, VT
February 10, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, 122 Hourglass Drive
Stowe, VT
Admission : $29

Four Stradivaris, perfect musical instruments, find four musicians who bring out of them all the height and depth of human emotion that music can express. Xiaoming Wang forms together with Soyoung Yoon, Lech Antonio Uszynski and Maja Weber the Stradivari Quartet. They breathe life into the completed work: the work of Stradivari and the works of the composers.
Information: 802-760-4634 or visit www.sprucepeakarts.org/

Doo-Wopp Hall of Fame of America -- Mashantucket, CT
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Fox Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 350 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT
Admission : $47 and $57

Doo-Wopp Hall of Fame of America is bringing back Motown. With the smooth R&B stylings of era icons such as The Contours with Joe Billingslea singing timeless hits like ““Do You Love Me” and tribute artists such as Brian Best as Buddy Holly in The Buddy Holly Review.Performers to include Dave Somerville (original lead of The Diamonds), The Contours, The Vandellas and Shep’s Limelites.
Information: www.foxwoods.com

Phone : 800-200-2882

Winter Blues Festival -- Salisbury Beach, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Blue Ocean Music Hall, 4 Oceanfront North
Salisbury Beach, MA
Admission : $22.50

Four blues bands. One great night. The New England Winter Blues Festival’s lineup includes the super funky classic R&B supergroup The Get Backs featuring Brian Templeton and Matt Stubbs; the ever-popular, old school jump/blues outfit Mr. Nick & the Dirty Tricks; the powerhouse vocals and cut throat guitar playing of The Lydia Warren Band, and the hard driving Mississippi styles roots/blues band the Ten Foot Pole Cats. Plenty of dance floor room has been added front and center stage.
Information: 978-462-5888 or visit www.blueoceanhall.com/

The Duke’s Men of Yale: A Night of Love and Heartbreak with Da Doox -- Stockbridge, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street
Stockbridge, MA
Admission : Adults, $20; students, $10

The Duke’s Men of Yale are thrilled to return to the Berkshires on February 11th. In honor of Valentine’s Day, they will perform classic love songs by such artists as Chaka Kahn, Billy Joel, Sam Cooke, and the Jackson 5, along with newer songs by Adele and Rihanna. As one of the most beloved collegiate groups in the country, The Duke’s Men have performed everywhere from The White House to Lincoln Center, and recently headlined a concert with Glee’s very own Darren Criss.
Information: www.berkshiretheatre.org/.

A Not So Serious Musical Wine Dinner with Carol Noonan -- Brownfield, ME
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 5:30 p.m.
The Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road
Brownfield, ME
Admission : $87

A five-course dinner featuring five great wines and clips of your favorite famous movies, and their famous songs performed by Carol Noonan and friends between each course. Come celebrate the movies with Carol and all the great Stoee Mountain talents. Tickets include the meal, performances, wines, and cheer... everything except gratuity.
www.stonemountainartscenter.com/ArtsCenter/

Phone : 207-935-7292

Primo Cubano with Hot Latin Music – Gardiner, ME
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water Street
Gardiner, ME
Admission : $15; students up to age 22, $6

Primo Cubano is the only hot Latin band with a Cuban “Son”-style in Maine. Primo Cubano uses the traditional acoustic instrumentation of tres, upright bass, guitar and trumpet with the rich percussion of congas, bongos, maracas, guiro, and claves. The songs’ Spanish lyrics are sung in the rhythmic call-and-response style of Son, that’s easy to join in on. Bring your Valentine!
Information: 207-582-7144 or visit www.johnsonhall.org

Sweethearts Night Out -- Portland, ME
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
One Longfellow Square, 181 State Street
Portland, ME
Admission : $20-$23

Musical couples play songs of love for Valentines Day. Roots musicians Darol Anger and Emy Phelps, Lissa Schneckenberger and Corey DiMario, Brittany Haas and Kai Welch will present a musical evening of both the sweet and the scary side of romance, from their perspective as couples. This will be a lovely, romantic and very special evening.
Information: 207-761-1757 or visit www.onelongfellowsquare.com

Debbie Davies -- Woonsocket, RI
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Chan’s, 267 Main Street
Woonsocket , RI
Admission : $15

One of Chan's favorites. Debbie is a tremendous guitarist & a very soulful vocalist.
Information: 401-765-1900

Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes -- Stowe, VT
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, 122 Hourglass Drive
Stowe, VT
Admission : $48

While often viewed by the outside world in the shadow of that other great New Jersey band leader, Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny Lyon is near royalty to Jersey-ites and has created a legacy of great soul-influenced rock spanning three decades. Johnny teamed with friend “Miami” Steve Van Zandt to form the Asbury Jukes in the mid-70s, creating a talented group that included both killer rhythm and horn sections.
Information: 802-760-4634 or visit www.sprucepeakarts.org/

Sweethearts' Night Out -- Cumberland, RI
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad Street
Cumberland, RI
Admission : $15 per person

Three musical couples will present an evening of both the sweet and the scary side of romance, from their perspective as couples, with original songs and old favorites from every genre.
Information and tickets: 401-725-9272 or visit www.riverfolk.org

Hot Mustard – Grafton, VT
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 3 p.m.
Phelps Barn at the Grafton Inn, 92 Main Street
Grafton, VT
Admission : $10 or free for dinner guests that evening at the inn or pub

Hot Mustard features April Hobart, a guitarist and lifelong bluegrass singer teamed up with singer/fiddler/banjo picker Bill Jubett, forming a classic duet. When banjo picker Bruce Stockwell, 40-year vet, Merlefest contest winner along with wife/bassist Kelly Stockwell joined, the duet grew to form a quartet. Come and hear the spicy bluegrass music this quartet produces.
Information: 802-843-1801 or visit www.oldtavern.com/

Soweto Gospel Choir – Portsmouth, NH
February 13, 2012 to February 13, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street
Portsmouth, NH
Admission : $42; $36

Direct from South Africa, this awe-inspiring vocal ensemble, performs inspirational tribal, traditional and popular African and Western gospel in eight languages. Earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, a capella and charismatic performances uplift the soul and express their country’s hopes for the future.
Information: 603-436-2400 or visit www.themusichall.org.

Eroica Trio at Valentine’s Day – Storrs, CT
February 14, 2012 to February 14, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road
Storrs, CT
Admission : $30 and $28

The enchanting Eroica Trio returns to Jorgensen to play a special solo Valentine’s Day program laced with the romantic works of Lalo, Kreisler, Gershwin and Bernstein. Eroica will play the autumn and spring segments of Astor Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, an aria from Heitor Villa-Lobos’ Bachianas Brasileiras, a Gershwin prelude, parts of Edouard Lalo’s Trio in C Minor, Fritz Kreisler’s Miniature Viennese March and Liebesfreud, George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess Fantasy, Bernard Godard’s Berceuse de Jocelyn, and Leonard Bernstein’s “Somewhere” from the West Side Story Suite.
Information and tickets: 860-486-4226 or visit jorgensen.uconn.edu.

Ruth Moody Band- from the Wailin' Jennys – Norfolk, CT
February 16, 2012 to February 16, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West
Norfolk, CT
Admission : $25, $30, $40

Ruth Moody is a Juno Award winning songwriter from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Founding member of The Wailin' Jennys and former lead singer of the Canadian roots band Scruj MacDuhk, she has performed in sold-out venues around the world, made numerous critically-acclaimed albums, and has appeared on the national radio show “A Prairie Home Companion.”
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com

Väsen with guests Darol Anger & friends – Portland, ME
February 16, 2012 to February 16, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Hannaford Hall, 88 Bedford Street University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
Admission : $34; students, $10

Spirit. Noise. Essence. These are among the most prominent meanings for väsen, making it the perfect name for this group of three Swedish musicians who have been featured with dozens of international groups, including the Kronos Quartet. A unique balance of the traditional sounds of the viola and nyckelharpa, and the modern sounds of a 12-string guitar, Väsen’s music is local music in the best sense of the word.
Information: http://portlandovations.org/shows

Black Violin – Concord, NH
February 16, 2012 to February 16, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street
Concord, NH
Admission : Adults, $25; students, $15

Hip-hop violin duo Kev Marcus and Wil B use a neo-classical, urban style of violin mixtures, vocals and funk. They gained notoriety when they accompanied Alicia Keys at the 2004 Billboard Awards. Black Violin has shared the bill with such artists as Aerosmith, Linkin Park's Mike Shioda, the Eagles, Stevie Nicks, 50 Cent, Nas, Fabolous, Wu-Tang Clan, and Ciara.
Information: 603-255-1111, online at www.ccanh.com

Buckwheat Zydeco Mardi Gras Party – Norfolk, CT
February 17, 2012 to February 17, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West
Norfolk, CT
Admission : $35, $40, $55

Buckwheat Zydeco’s repertoire of Louisiana's hottest music consists of soulful original Creole tunes and the trademark exuberance that's made Stanley "Buckwheat" Dural the world's best-loved zydeco artist. Buckwheat Zydeco won the Grammy for Best Cajun and Zydeco album for Lay Your Burden Down in 2010. Buckwheat has collaborated with a “who's who” of musicians, including Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam, Mavis Staples and Los Lobos's David Hidalgo.
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com

Pink Floyd Experience – Storrs, CT
February 17, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : Doors open at 7 p.m.; music at 8 p.m.
Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road on the University of Connecticut campus
Storrs, CT
Admission : $55, $45, $38 and $34

Pink Floyd Experience, aka PFX, gives a flawless recreation of the legendary songs and spectacular performances of Pink Floyd, plus much more. It’s a celebration of the music, the themes and the innovation that this great band brought to fans around the world. It is Pink Floyd, up close and personal. Sandwiches, dessert, alcohol and other beverages are available for cash.
Information and tickets: 860-486-4226 or visit www.jorgensen.uconn.edu.

Primo Cubano -- Portland, ME
February 17, 2012 to February 17, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
One Longfellow Square, 181 State Street
Portland , ME
Admission : $8-$10

Primo Cubano, Maine's own Cuban son and salsa band, provides the music to a night of Latin Dancing. Primo Cubano featuring Norm Bergeron on Congas and Timbales and special guest Jim Chaitlin. Featuring the classic songs from the Eastern mountains of Cuba and the vibrant city of Havana, this five piece dance combo plays the national music of Cuba called 'Son'.
Information: 207-761-1757 or visit www.onelongfellowsquare.com

The Brian Maes Band -- Woonsocket, RI
February 17, 2012 to February 17, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Chan’s, 267 Main Street
Woonsocket , RI
Admission : $15

If you enjoy partying with Ernie & The Automatics, you'll love the Brien Maes Band. This is a rock’n fun band that features members from the Automatics Brian Maes-keys/lead vocals, Tim Archabald-bass, 'Tunes' Michael Antune-Sax
Information: 401-765-1900

Lynyrd Skynyrd at Foxwoods – Mashantucket, CT
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
350 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT

The iconic American rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd has raged on through tragedy and triumph and will return to the MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods.
8 p.m.
$35, $45, and $55.
Information and tickets: www.foxwoods.com or call 800-745-3000 or 866-646-0609.

Tarbox Ramblers -- Stockbridge, MA
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street
Stockbridge, MA
Admission : $20

Taking listeners to a place where Appalachian music, ancient blues and gospel come together in powerful, unexpected combinations, The Tarbox Ramblers are left-field traditionalists whose roughhewn, direct sound has drawn rave reviews from Rolling Stone, All Things Considered, The New Yorker and many more. Their live show is so compelling, Robert Plant hired them on the spot after hearing their performance. Plant even brought the Ramblers on as a backup band with Allison Krauss at the Rock Hall of Fame.
Information: www.berkshiretheatre.org/.

Classic Albums Live: Dark Side of the Moon -- Springfield, MA
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
CityStage, One Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $46; $38

In a thrilling concert for all Pink Floyd fans, the album Dark Side of the Moon will be recreated live on stage cover to cover, note for note, and cut for cut, by top-notch musicians who will blow you away! Since 1973, Dark Side of the Moon has become one of the most successful albums of all time, selling over 35 million copies and now listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for being on the charts longer than any other album in history.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

James Montgomery -- Woonsocket, RI
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Chan’s, 267 Main Street
Woonsocket , RI

Captivating, exciting and entertaining music, backed by the A Team George McCann, David Hull, Seth Pappas.
Information: 401-765-1900 8 and 10 p.m.

Turtle Island String Quartet Plays the Music of Jimi Hendrix -- Stowe, VT
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, 122 Hourglass Drive
Stowe, VT
Admission : $28

The Turtle Island Quartet has earned rave reviews for its jazzy take on traditional chamber music and their classical take on traditional jazz. The Quartet is a chamber string ensemble whose members have extensive conservatory training at renowned music institutions. They know their stuff, and their stuff has set them free. Now, they’re taking on the music of Jimi Hendrix.
Information: 802-760-4634 or visit www.sprucepeakarts.org/

Singer Catherine Russell -- Wellfleet, MA
February 19, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Wellfleet Preservation Hall, 335 Main Street
Wellfleet, MA
Admission : $22-$50

Payomet Performing Arts Center presents a special Valentine's concert with jazz and blues diva Catherine Russell. Shee will appear with her full band, Matt Munisteri on guitar and banjo, pianist Mark Shane and bassist Lee Hudson. Russell will perform just a few days after her latest album, Strictly Romancin’, hits the street this Valentine's Day. According to the Boston Globe, Cat Russell mines "a treasure trove of blues, vintage jazz and Tin Pan Alley gems, delivering the songs as if they were written yesterday, just for her."
Information: 508-349-1800 or visit http://wellfleetpreservationhall.org/

Hot Tuna -- Norfolk, CT
February 23, 2012 to February 23, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West
Norfolk, CT
Admission : $60, $80

From their days playing together as teenagers to their current acoustic and electric blues, probably no one has more consistently led American music for the last 50 years than Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady, the founders of Hot Tuna. Hot Tuna performances have included mandolin virtuoso Barry Mitterhoff, a veteran of bluegrass, Celtic, folk, and rock-influenced bands.
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com

The Cottars -- Unity, ME
February 23, 2012 to February 23, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Unity Centre for the Performing Arts, 42 Depot Street
Unity, ME
Admission : $15

The Cottars have come a long way, starting as children performing to a hometown audience, through their teen years when they toured the world and shared stages with the biggest names in the business. Joining the original Cottars members Ciarán and Fiona MacGillivray are two new band members Claire Pettit and Bruce Timmons. Claire is a fiddler and singer from Warwick Valley, NY. Bruce is a veteran guitarist with a wealth of skill and experience.
Information: www.unityme.org/theater/

Phone : 207-948-SHOW

Duke Robillard Jazz Trio -- Woonsocket, RI
February 23, 2012 to February 23, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Chan’s, 267 Main Street
Woonsocket , RI
Admission : $10

The award winning guitar virtuoso is one of the most versatile. He is comfortable playing jazz & blues. Duke will be holding court at Chan’s once a month with various special guests ... you never known who might sit in.
Information: 401-765-1900

Joan Osborne -- Portland, ME
February 24, 2012 to February 24, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
One Longfellow Square, 181 State Street
Portland , ME
Admission : $30-$35

Joan Osborne is one of the most versatile and great interpretive vocalists working in popular music today. In the years since her Top-10 smash hit "One of Us" launched her career and landed her on the cover of Rolling Stone, she has released another half a dozen studio discs; toured with The Dead as lead vocalist; performed with the Funk Brothers; and formed a new band called Trigger Happy with members of The Black Crowes.
Information: 207-761-1757 or visit www.onelongfellowsquare.com

Luther “Guitar Jr” Johnson & The Magic Rockers -- Woonsocket, RI
February 24, 2012 to February 24, 2012
Time : 8 and 10 p.m.
Chan’s, 267 Main Street
Woonsocket, RI
Admission : $12 and $17

Blues legend Luther Johnson is one the last link to the original Chicago Blues. Alum of Muddy's band and still got his mojo working.
Information: 401-765-1900

Suzanne Vega -- Stowe, VT
February 24, 2012 to February 24, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, 122 Hourglass Drive
Stowe, VT
Admission : $45

With her sultry voice, Suzanne Vega seamlessly joins her poetry and contemporary folk song with a sound that is utterly unique and identifiable to her alone. A pioneer among singer-songwriters, Suzanne has embarked on a project to re-imagine her own songbook in a stripped down and intimate manner. Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s.
Information: 802-760-4634 or visit www.sprucepeakarts.org/

Third Thursday Winter Blues Fest -- Willimantic, CT
February 25, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : Doors open at 7 p.m.
198 Pleasant Street (Willimantic Elks Club)
Willimantic, CT
Admission : $15

Come see The King Cake Band, The Kingpins, and special guest Gene Donaldson and the Stingrays. Shake off those winter blues with some great music.
Information: 860-456-2188

Portland Symphony Orchestra: A Benny Goodman Tribute
February 25, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle Street
Portland, ME

Clarinetist Dave Bennett has been described as "Benny Goodman reincarnated." This jaw-dropping musical prodigy brings to life the classic sound and music of "The King of Swing" with incredible technique and style. You'll hear Swing-Era classics including Moonglow, I've Got Rhythm, Stompin' at the Savoy, and Sing, Sing, Sing.
Time: Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m.
Information: www.portlandsymphony.org or call 207-773-6128

BeauSoleil -- Portland, ME
February 25, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
One Longfellow Square, 181 State Street
Portland , ME
Admission : $30-$35

When it comes to contemporary traditional Cajun music, there is BeauSoleil. For the past 34 years, Louisiana's, BeauSoleil has carried the torch of tradition while continuing to chart uncharted waters with ingenuity and innovation. Their latest release and Yep Roc label debut Alligator Purse is not only a vibrant testament to BeauSoleil's healthy spirit but is easily their most adventuresome record yet.
Information: 207-761-1757 or visit www.onelongfellowsquare.com

Tree House Union -- Woonsocket, RI
February 25, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Chan’s, 267 Main Street
Woonsocket , RI
Admission : $10

An evening with the dynamic duo of singer song writer Stefan Couture & Matty Nolan
Information: 401-765-1900

Leon Redbone -- Randolph, VT
February 25, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 71-73 Main Street
Randolph, VT
Admission : $21.50-$32

Over the course of his career, Leon Redbone has continued his love affair with tunes from the turn-of-the-last century, flapper era radio ditties, Depression-era ragtime, and World War II folk-jazz. Redbone’s career first gained momentum in the early 70s when Bob Dylan sought him out at the Mariposa Folk Festival. Many were introduced to the man and his music on Saturday Night Live in 1976 where he showcased his indelible version of “Walkin’ Stick.”
Information: 802-728-6464 or visit www.chandler-arts.org/performances.php

Suzanne Vega -- Brownfield, ME
February 26, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Road
Brownfield, ME
Admission : $55

Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s when, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, she sang what has been labeled contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs.
www.stonemountainartscenter.com/ArtsCenter/

Phone : 207-935-7292

The Pacifica Quartet -- Randolph, VT
February 26, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 71-73 Main Street
Randolph, VT
Admission : $32-$11

Named Musical America’s 2009 Ensemble of the Year, the Grammy-winning Pacifica Quartet has received international acclaim as one of the finest chamber ensembles performing today. Their performance at Chandler will feature Beethoven Quartets in B-Flat Major, Op. 18, F minor, Op. 95, and B-Flat Major, Op. 130. A reception follows the performance.
Information: 802-728-6464 or visit www.chandler-arts.org/performances.php

Erica Brown -- Unity, ME
March 1, 2012 to March 1, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Unity Centre for the Performing Arts, 42 Depot Street
Unity, ME
Admission : $15

Erica Brown performed as a special guest with Mac McHale And The Old-Time Radio Gang for five years. Currently, she has her own bluegrass band, Erica Brown & The Bluegrass Connection, which performs all over New England. Erica is also a member of The Stowaways, Darlin’ Corey and The Record Family Band. She has competed in and won numerous fiddle contests throughout New England and Canada.
Information: www.unityme.org/theater/

Phone : 207-948-SHOW

Neil Sedaka Comes to the MGM Grand – Mashantucket, CT
March 2, 2012 to March 2, 2012
350 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT

With a career spanning six decades, American musician, singer, songwriter, producer and entertainer Neil Sedaka is an iconic figure in the music industry who continues to inspire artists today.
Time: 8 p.m.
Admission: $25, $30 and $35.
Information and tickets: www.foxwoods.com or call 866-646-0609 or 800-745-3000

The Midtown Men -- Springfield, MA
March 2, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Symphony Hall, 34 Court Street
Springfield, MA
Admission : $59.00; $50.00; $45.00; $28.50

This special concert tour reunites four stars from the original cast of Broadway's "Jersey Boys." Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and J. Robert Spencer star in this one-of-a-kind concert experience celebrating the music that defined the 1960s! During their time in the mega-hit musical Jersey Boys, these four talented artists shared the stage for over a thousand performances. Now these four Broadway Stars are taking their own unique sound and chemistry on the road, singing the hits of The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Jackson Five, The Mamas and The Papas, the Four Seasons and more.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

Coco Montoya – Norfolk, CT
March 10, 2012 to March 10, 2012

Come watch Coco get down with the blues at Infinity Hall! A self taught guitar slinger who plays with an emotional intensity few string benders possess, Coco plays left-handed and up side down in the style of Albert King and Jimi Hendrix. Mentored by legendary bluesman Albert Collins, Coco was the guitarist for John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers for ten years before leading his own band.
Time: 8 p.m.
Admission: $25, $30, $40
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West Norfolk

Lynn Deeves & Band -- Gardiner, ME
March 10, 2012 to March 10, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water Street
Gardiner, CT
Admission : $16

Usually a solo performer, singer/songwriter Deeves will be joined this evening by a stellar lineup of the area’s finest musicians featuring Robbie Coffin on guitars and vocals; Scott Elliot on bass and vocals; Alfred Lund on percussion, drums and vocals. It promises to be an inspired, soulful and fun night.
Information: 207-582-7144 or visit www.johnsonhall.org

Danú Celebrates St. Patrick – Portland, ME
March 15, 2012 to March 15, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle Street
Portland, ME
Admission : $36, $32; students: $10

Hailing from historic County Waterford, Danú is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of the day. For over a decade, Danú’s fine musicians on flute, tin whistle, fiddle, button accordion, bouzouki and vocals have performed around the world and recorded seven critically acclaimed albums, always leaving audiences wanting more of their music.
Information: http://portlandovations.org/shows

An Evening With Maura O'Connell -- Portland, ME
March 16, 2012 to March 16, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
One Longfellow Square, 181 State Street
Portland , ME
Admission : $22-$25

Maura O'Connell's restless muse could not be safely contained under the banner of Celtic music, and she soon discovered both an interest in American roots music. Following her solo debut in 1983, she collaborated with Béla Fleck on “Just In Time,” which inaugurated a string of albums marked by O'Connell's interpretations of songs spanning many traditions and authors.
Information: 207-761-1757 or visit www.onelongfellowsquare.com

Jay Ungar & Molly Mason -- Stockbridge, MA
March 17, 2012 to March 17, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street
Stockbridge, MA
Admission : $30

The heart and soul of American roots music with a well-loved repertoire of original tunes; Jay and Molly are musicians of enormous talent who draw their repertoire and inspiration from a wide range of American musical styles: 19th-century classics, lively Appalachian, Cajun, and Celtic fiddle tunes as well as favorites from the golden age of country and swing.
Information: www.berkshiretheatre.org/. The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street Stockbridge

Pianist George Winston -- Newburyport, MA
March 20, 2012 to March 20, 2012
Time : 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Firehouse Center for the ArtsMarket SquareNewburyport MA 01950
Newburyport, MA
Admission : $34

Pianist extraordinaire George Winston is back at the Firehouse for a return engagement. This solo piano concert will feature selections from George's melodic piano recordings, as well as R&B piano, stride piano, Vince Guaraldi’s Peanuts© pieces, and more. Winston will also play some Hawaiian Slack Key guitar.
Information: http://www.firehouse.org/L3-shows-music-GeoWinston.html

Phone : 978-462-7336

Toni Braxton at Foxwoods – Mashantucket, CT
March 23, 2012 to March 23, 2012
MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT

American singer, songwriter, record producer and actress Toni Braxton will join up with fellow R&B crooner Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds. Braxton has the unique ability to be soulful enough for R&B audiences, smooth enough for adult contemporary, sophisticated enough for adults, sultry enough for young listeners, and ravishing enough to win over the men. Edmonds is an acclaimed singer, producer and songwriter. He worked with Braxton on her Grammy Award-winning song “Breathe Again.”
Time: 8 p.m.
Admission: $35, $45 and $55.
Information and tickets: www.foxwoods.com or call 866-646-0609 or Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.

Temptations – Portsmouth, NH
March 24, 2012 to March 24, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street
Portsmouth, NH
Admission : $52; $44

With founding member Otis Williams at the helm, the Temptations take their smooth stepping and flawless presentations of Temps classics to sold out performances around the world – The Way You do the Things You Do, My Girl, Ain’t Too Proud to Beg – they’re all here, reflecting the history of contemporary American pop and the original Motown machine invented by Berry Gordy.
Information: 603-436-2400 or visit www.themusichall.org.

Country Royalty: Hank Williams and Patsy Cline -- Springfield, MA
March 28, 2012 to April 1, 2012
Time : Wednesday & Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m.
CityStage, One Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $40.50, $36

Come hear music of the two biggest legends of country music: Hank Williams and Patsy Cline. Jason Petty, "Hank Williams: Lost Highway," re-creates the role of Willilams, and Carolyn Martin gives a jaw-dropping performance as Patsy Cline. Petty and Martin pay tribute to the 2 most influential singers in country music history. Over 20 of their chart-topping hits are performed with a live band.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

Joan Osborne – Norfolk, CT
March 30, 2012 to March 30, 2012
Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West
Norfolk, CT

In a career that spans over 15 years, Grammy Nominee Joan Osborne has proven to be an artistically restless and consistently enthralling performer. In 2002, she cemented her reputation as a top tier soul singer with an incredible turn in the acclaimed documentary film Standing in the Shadows of Motown, followed by a tour with legendary Motown backing band The Funk Brothers.
Time: 8 p.m.
Admission: $57, $77
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com

Trina Hamlin at the Wachusett Music Series – Lancaster, MA
March 31, 2012 to March 31, 2012
First Church of Christ, Unitarian, 725 Main Street
Lancaster, MA

Trina Hamlin combines gentle understanding with raw emotion in a way that is, quite simply, captivating from the first note. With a rich, powerful voice, Hamlin reveals a rare confluence of Midwestern innocence, contemplative focus, and raw passion while adding a disarmingly sharp wit in her stage banter. She seamlessly moves from guitar to piano with self accompaniment on harmonica.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $18-$20.
Information and tickets: http://www.wachusettmusic.com/

Patty Larkin -- Newburyport, MA
March 31, 2012 to March 31, 2012
Time : 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square
Newburyport, MA
Admission : Adults, $25; students and seniors, $24

Patty Larkin has been called a master guitarist and her audience also is treated to her lovely voice and her exceptional songwriting abilities. The talented performer quietly fills all the space in a performance hall with her poetic and sometimes quirky lyrics, sharing her words with us in a voice that is crystal clear and richly textured. "A virtuoso guitar player and mood-shaper... She is also a superb slide guitarist whose mature work is comparable to the best of Bonnie Raitt and Lucinda Williams," writes the NYTimes.
Information:978-462-7336

Menahem Pressler -- Randolph, VT
March 31, 2012 to March 31, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 71-73 Main Street
Randolph, VT
Admission : $32-$10

Founding member and pianist of the Beaux Arts Trio, Menahem Pressler has established himself among the world’s most distinguished and honored musicians, with a career spanning more than five decades. Now in his 86th year, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide as a performer and pedagogue, performing solo and chamber music recitals to great critical acclaim
Information: 802-728-6464 or visit www.chandler-arts.org/performances.php

Omar Ricardo Show—The Sensational ’60s -- Gardiner, ME
April 2, 2012 to April 2, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water Street
Gardiner, ME
Admission : $28

Frank Omar brings his troupe of musicians, including Dominic Garvey, Jane Burke, “Kiki LaFlamme” (Karen LaPlante), Teresa Beaudoin, Lynette Miller, Sally Walker and Dennis Price, to Johnson Hall for the annual laugh-fest of comedy and music. Price includes salty snacks, desserts, and coffee. Cash bar available.
Information: 207-582-7144 or visit www.johnsonhall.org

One Night of Queen
April 4, 2012 to April 4, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Symphony Hall, 34 Court Street
Springfield, MA
Admission : $46.50; $41.00; $37.00

Gary Mullen & The Works bring the spirit and passion of rock icon Freddie Mercury to life on with the spectacular rock tribute, One Night of Queen. Fans of Queen will delight in this note-for-note experience of mega-hits such as "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We are the Champions," "Killer Queen," "You're My Best Friend", "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," "Radio Ga Ga," "Under Pressure," "Another One Bites the Dust" and many others.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

Almost Elton John -- Springfield, MA
April 11, 2012 to April 14, 2012
Time : Wednesday and Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.
CityStageOne Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $40.50, $36

A spectacular musical journey celebrating the decades of chart topping hits of Sir Elton John, including "Benny and the Jets," "Philadelphia Freedom," "Crocodile Rock," "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road," and "Candle in the Wind." Singer Craig Meyer uses his remarkable resemblance and uncanny ability to sound like the legendary star to celebrate the character, costumes, and charisma of the famed pianist and singer.
Information: www.symphonyhall.com or call 413-788-7033

Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas -- Randolph, VT
April 13, 2012 to April 13, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 71-73 Main Street
Randolph, VT
Admission : $21.50-$32

Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas present Scottish fiddle and cello music of unrivaled beauty, eloquence and passion. Their musical partnership may not be an obvious one, but it’s inspired. The duo’s dazzling teamwork, driving, dancing rhythms, and their shared passion for improvising on the melody and groove of Scottish tunes have brought audiences worldwide to their feet in joy and appreciation.
Information: 802-728-6464 or visit www.chandler-arts.org/performances.php

Counterpoint -- Randolph, VT
April 14, 2012 to April 14, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Chandler Center for the Arts, 71-73 Main Street
Randolph, VT
Admission : $22-$10

Counterpoint, Vermont's own professional vocal ensemble, returns to Chandler under the direction of Nathaniel Lew with a concert surveying both connections and contrasts between unaccompanied European sacred choruses from over five centuries and four countries.
Information: 802-728-6464 or visit www.chandler-arts.org/performances.php

Carrie Newcomer -- Stockbridge, MA
April 20, 2012 to April 20, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
The Unicorn Theatre, 6 East Street
Stockbridge, MA
Admission : $30

Carrie Newcomer is a rare breed of singer/songwriter: the kind who illuminates life with startling depth, humor and clarity. Her ability to sharply observe the world lead the Dallas Morning News to rave, “She’s the kind of artist whose music makes you stop, think and then say, ‘that is so true’.” She has been described as “a soaring songstress” by Billboard, a “prairie mystic” by the Boston Globe.
Information: www.berkshiretheatre.org/.

Paul Venier
April 21, 2012 to April 21, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
CityStage, One Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $29.50

The versatile Venier arranges comedy, crowd participation and music into a "no-two-shows-the same" spectacular. He is the rare comedian audiences return to see again and again. Paul Venier's television credits include The Tonight Show (NBC), on which he performed sketch comedy with Don Rickels. In addition, he appeared in the film Cadillac Man with Tim Robbins.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com/

April Verch Band -- Newburyport, MA
April 26, 2012 to April 26, 2012
Time : 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square
Newburyport, MA
Admission : $25

Long-time Firehouse favorite, April Verch, doesn’t just perform music, she exudes it. The internationally renowned Canadian fiddler, singer, songwriter and stepdancer has a passion for performing and her goal is to touch the lives of those who are listening at any given moment. “The world is this amazing puzzle that we can’t fully understand and music is the joy that pulls it all together and helps us make sense of it,” says Verch.

Phone : 978-462-7336

Chicago -- Mashantucket, CT
April 29, 2012 to April 29, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
MGM Grand at Foxwoods, 240 MGM Grand Drive
Mashantucket , CT
Admission : $35, $45 and $55

Chicago, the legendary “rock and roll band with horns” who Billboard has called the top American rock group of all time, is the first American rock band to chart Top 40 albums in five different decades. . In the last two years, Chicago toured extensively in North America and internationally, headlining shows in Europe, Mexico, Canada, Japan, Korea and the Philippines.
Information: www.foxwoods.com or call 866-646-0609

Bob Weir Solo Acoustic – Pittsfield, MA
April 29, 2012 to April 29, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Colonial Theater, Main Street
Pittsfield, MA
Admission : $65, $45

Bob Weir is one of the leading rock guitarists in the world, called the genre’s “greatest, if most eccentric rhythm guitarist.” As a founding member of The Grateful Dead, he helped establish that group’s signature sound. His own projects, including Ratdog and Furthur among others, cemented him as one of the driving forces in the world of rock music and jam bands.
Information: www.thecolonialtheatre.org.

Phone : 413-997-4444

Castlebay -- Gardiner, ME
May 18, 2012 to May 18, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center, 280 Water Street
Gardiner, ME
Admission : $16; students under age 22, $6

Castlebay’s Celtic and New England traditional music is a delight. Julia Lane and Fred Gosbee blend history, legend and experience into their personable performance style. Their concerts feature poignant ballads sung in Lane's ethereal soprano and Gosbee's rich baritone interspersed with joyous dance tunes played on Celtic harp, guitar, fiddle and tin whistle.
Information: 207-582-7144 or visit www.johnsonhall.org

Mount Washington Summit Overnights and Day Trip – North Conway, NH
January 14, 2012 to April 15, 2012
2779 White Mountain Hwy.
North Conway, NH

Mount Washington Observatory trips offer the exclusive opportunity to experience Mount Washington in winter without a technical mountaineering ascent. Travel to and from the summit is made possible by snow cat transportation, and our famous mountaintop weather station is open as a respite from the legendary alpine extremes. Dates: January 14-15, 28-29, February 3-4, 17-18, April 14-15. Women’s Summit Overnight on March 2-3 and Women’s Day Trip on March 10. Information and registration: www.mountwashington.org/education/edutrips

Phone : 603-356-2137

Eagle Watching Tours at the Connecticut River – Madison, CT
January 28, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 7:45 a.m.- 1:15 p.m.
Audubon Shop, 907 Boston Post Road
Madison, CT
Admission : $20 per person (includes soup/sandwiches at Oliver's Tavern)

See our national symbol in the wild. Each winter bald eagles make their way down the Connecticut River in search of ice-free fishing. Tours are offered January 28, February 4, 11 and 18 and they leave from the Audubon Shop. Registration is required.
Information: http://bit.ly/x03tO6 or call 203-245-9056 or 888-505-9056

Antique Sleigh Rally – Sturbridge, MA
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA
Admission : Cost: Adults, $20; seniors over age 65, $18; youths age 3 to 17, $7.

Old Sturbridge Village a genuine New England Sleigh Rally. Dozens of antique horse-drawn sleighs - many of them 80-120 years old - will compete in a variety of categories including the popular Sleigh Dog and Currier & Ives divisions. Sleighs participating will include bob sleighs, Portland and Albany cutters, racing sleighs, freight sleighs, and more. Admission to the rally is included in regular admission ticket at no additional cost. Other winter activities include ice skating, sledding on 1830s-style sleds and horse-drawn sleigh rides around the Common.
Information: www.osv.org

Phone : 508-347-3362

Ice Harvest -- Granville, MA
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : Noon-3 p.m.
42 Water Street
Granville, MA
Admission : No charge; donations gratefully accepted

Come join Dennis Picard of Storrowton Village Museum as he demonstrates and encourages others to take a turn using the ice saw, breaker bar, pike pole and ice tongs to harvest ice the way our ancestors did in the days before refrigeration. For your listening pleasure, Rick Spencer will be performing a selection of songs from his “Historic Songs of American Work and Trades” program during the ice harvest. Guided tours of the museum will also be available. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun, living history demonstrations, live entertainment and refreshment. Rain date will be Sunday, February 5.
Information: www.ncchp.org for updates.

Winter Fun Triathlon in Whitaker Woods -- North Conway, NH
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : 9 a.m. start
Whitaker Woods Meeting House, 2829 White Mountain Hwy
North Conway, NH
Admission : Entry fee is $25 per person

Cross country ski, mountain bike, and snowshoe. Challenge yourself, your friends, and have fun. The courses will be about 5K each.
Information: http://mwvskitouring.org/WinterTriathlon/

Phone : 603-356-9920

Bay State Winter Games – Williamstown, Pittsfield, North Adams, MA
February 10, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Williamstown, Pittsfield, North Adams, MA

Nearly 1,000 athletes, ranging in age from 8 to 81 and representing five New England states, will compete in figure skating, Alpine skiing and ice hockey. Venues include Williams College in Williamstown, Bousquet Ski area in Pittsfield, and the Peter Foote Memorial Rink in North Adams. Special events include an athlete party and Figure Skating Show.
Information: www.baystategames.org.

Colebrook Winter Carnival – Colebrook, NH
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Colebrook Country Club, Route 26
Colebrook , NH

Featured activities are ice carving, bocce tournament, kids box car racing and cribbage tournament. A good snowfall will enable even more events such as snowshoe relay, snow tube relay, dog sledding, and more.
Time: 7 a.m.
Information: 800-698-8939 or visit www.northcountrychamber.org

Sunday Valentine's Sleigh Rides -- Milton, NH
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : Noon to 3 p.m.
New Hampshire Farm Museum, 1305 White Mountain Hwy / Route 125
Milton, NH
Admission : Adults, $10; children, $5

If there’s snow we’ll have sleigh rides with the team from Belgian Meadows Farm. You can take a sleigh ride through the farm fields with your valentines, warm up in the farmhouse kitchen with hot cocoa and cookies and we’ll have plenty of red paper and doilies for you to make your own valentine to take home. This program depends on proper snow conditions so please check. No reservations necessary.
Information:603-652-7840

Sno Carnival -- Stockholm, ME
February 25, 2012 to February 25, 2012
Stockholm Community Center, 63 School Street
Stockholm, ME

The towns of the Maine Swedish Colony gather each year for a winter carnival featuring traditional Nordic skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing events for all ages along with good food and fellowship. Come on out and beat those winter blues.
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Admission: Free.
Information: 207-498-8736

Sno-Deo – Stewartstown, NH
March 2, 2012 to March 3, 2012
Coleman State Park
Stewartstown, NH

Thousands of snowmobile enthusiasts will converge on Coleman State Park in Stewartstown to enjoy two days of fun and food at the Swift Diamond Riders SnoDeo, sponsored by the Swift Diamond Riders. Those attending will be able to check out next year's line of snowmobiles by taking demo rides; visit the Antique Snowmobile Museum and warming hut that supplies food, heat and sells clothing. Also included are a Two-track Radar Run and a Hummer Expo.
Time: 9 a.m.
Information: 800-698-8939 or visit www.northcountrychamber.org

Winter Retreat for Adventurous Women at the Hulbert Outdoor Center -- Fairlee, VT
March 2, 2012 to March 2, 2012
Hulbert Outdoor Center, 2968 Lake Morey Road
Fairlee, VT
Admission : $285

Vermont Outdoors Woman will host a Winter Doe Camp at the Hulbert Outdoor Center. Participants can camp out or stay in heated cabins at night and play in the snow all day. Spend the weekend learning winter outdoors skills while staying near the shores of Lake Morey! Classes such as dog sledding, fire making, traditional winter camping, cross country skiing, orienteering, spring turkey hunting, ice fishing and many more will be offered. Don't miss the opportunity to receive affordable outdoor education in a stress-free, supportive environment. The minimum age is 15 and minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Information: www.voga.org/winter_doe_camp.htm

Phone : 802-333-3405

Maple Sugar Festival Weekend – Stamford, CT
March 3, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road
Stamford, CT
Admission : $10; children age 3 and younger, free.

Visit the little red sugarhouse on Heckscher Farm and see firsthand how sap is turned into sweet maple syrup. Watch how trees are tapped and sap is collected; make a maple-themed craft; go on a scavenger hunt; have your face painted and more. On Saturday, watch local chefs create delicious dishes using local maple syrup and vote for your favorite. On Sunday, enjoy pancake brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ($5 for brunch).
Information: 203-322-1646 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org.

Maple Sugaring with Rhode Island Audubon -- Coventry, RI
March 3, 2012 to March 10, 2012
Time : 9 a.m.-noon
Audubon Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge, 1670 Maple Valley Road
Coventry, RI

Step back in time at Parker Woodland Wildlife Refuge and experience the history of maple sugaring. Learn how maple sugaring started with Native Americans and how to make this sweet syrup in your own backyard. Participants taste first hand this delectable treat over breakfast. Sample pancakes, muffins and doughnuts - all with fresh maple syrup. Tours begin every 15 minutes starting at 9 a.m. Please pre-register; space is limited. Dates: March 3 and March 10.
Information: 949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org or visit wwwasri.org

Prudence Island Tour and Seal Watch with Rhode Island Audubon -- Bristol, RI
March 7, 2012 to April 4, 2012
Time : 9:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Admission : Adults, $20; children, $10

Come and explore Prudence Island with a chance to see seals at one of the best haul-out spots in Narragansett Bay. You will also learn about ecological research happening in and around the Bay through the Narragansett Bay Research Reserve. View a popular seal haul-out spot at low tide using spotting scopes and enjoy a brief presentation about the seals’ life cycle and migration to Narragansett Bay. We will also tour by van with stops to visit the island’s one-room schoolhouse, cultural, and historic sites. Participants should meet at Bristol Ferry Landing, Bristol, Church Street Wharf, Bristol. Dates: March 7, 17, 18, 21 and April 4, 2012
Information and registration: 401-949-5454, ext. 3041 or email programs@asri.org.

Spring Splash -- North Conway, NH
March 24, 2012 to March 24, 2012
Time : Noon-4 p.m.
Cranmore Mountain, 1 Skimobile Road
North Conway, NH
Admission : Free with a lift ticket

Skiers and riders will have a chance to see how far they can make it across the slush pool. Registration is free with a lift ticket or season pass. Participants under 18 must have parent or guardian signature.
Information: www.cranmore.com.

Phone : 603-356-5544

Ride the Vineyard -- Martha's Vineyard, MA
May 5, 2012 to May 5, 2012
Time : 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Martha's Vineyard Highschool
Martha's Vineyard, MA
Admission : $250 fundraising

Join ride the Vineyard and help kick off the ride season in style. There’s a route for everyone, including families, no matter your cycling ability level. With the quaint charm and beautiful ocean views of Martha’s Vineyard, choose from 15-, 30-, and 60-mile routes and enjoy the flavor of the island.
Information: http://bit.ly/yU6KlV

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Ride Bar Harbor -- Bar Harbor, ME
May 19, 2012 to May 19, 2012
Time : 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Bar Harbor, ME
Admission : $250 fundraising

Ride Bar Harbor 2012 is based in one of Maine’s great vacation spots. Cyclists ride along Maine’s rocky coast, past stonewall-lined and tree-covered roads through the many villages that dot Bar Harbor’s rugged coast. This one-day ride is an attractive adventure for a wide range of riders, from recreational and family riders to the serious enthusiast.
Information: http://bit.ly/wiPQep

Fishing for a Cause Charity Tournament -- New Bedford, MA
June 15, 2012 to June 16, 2012
Time : Noon-4 p.m.
102 Popes Island Marina
New Bedford, MA 02740
Admission : $250 for kayaks; $750 for boats; includes up to 3 anglers

Striped bass, bluefish, and fluke charity tournament to benefit the Schwartz Center for Children. Recreational boats of any size or kayaks are eligible to enter.
Information; www.fishing4acause.org

Phone : 508-996-3391

Cape Cod St. Patrick's Day Parade – Yarmouth, MA
March 10, 2012 to March 10, 2012
Yarmouth, MA

The Cape's largest celebration of the green! This annual event has become one of the largest and most anticipated off-season occasions on the Cape, drawing upwards of 45,000 spectators from all over the country. This year's parade theme is "Arts Of Ireland."
Time: 11 a.m.
Information: 508=362-7239 or visit www.capecodstpatsparade.com

Saint Patrick's Day Parade – Newport, RI
March 17, 2012 to March 17, 2012
Downtown Newport
Newport, RI

Find your best green attire, keep your eyes open for leprechauns, and join in the revelry to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Newport! The parade begins at 11 a.m. at City Hall, runs through Washington Square, down Thames Street, and ends at St. Augustine's Church.
Time: 11 a.m.
Information: 401-845-9123 or visit www.newportirish.com

Dancin' at the Mansion with Greg Caputo Quartet -- Lenox, MA
January 14, 2012 to June 9, 2012
Time : 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, 104 Walker Street
Lenox, MA
Admission : $25 couples, $16 singles.

Ventfort Hall, where the elegant ambiance of the past is re-created, is offering one evening a month dances at which attendees can indulge in one of the pleasures of the past, couples dancing to great music. The Greg Caputo Quartet, featuring vocalist Vivian Caputo, will perform well-loved standards every second Saturday of the month. Dates: January 14; February 11; March 10; April 14; May 12; June 9. Information and reservations: or visit www.gildedage.org.

Phone : 413-637-3206

Providence Preservation Society presents Big Easy Winter Bash -- Providence, RI
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
103 Dike Street
Providence, RI
Admission : $30-40

Bring yourself out of the winter blues and celebrate at the 2012 Providence Preservation Society Winter Bash Big Easy Style with live entertainment by Eric Bloom’s Five Point Lookout Brass Band. The Winter Bash, the biggest and best winter event in Providence, brings out a fun, diverse crowd of artists, young professionals, business, civic and political leaders, and all who share a passion for Providence, and for having a good time!
Information: 401-383-1112

Heart of the Lion Valentine Dance – Branford, CT
February 10, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Time : 6:30-10:30 p.m.
The Woodwinds, 29 School Ground Road
Branford, CT
Admission : $50 per person

Buffet Dinner and music by DJ Dennis of John Saville.
Information: 203-415-5619

Phone : 203-453-6474

Dinner and Dancin' at the Mansion – Lenox, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 5:30-11 p.m.
Ventfort Hall, 104 Walker Street
Lenox, MA
Admission : Dinner and dancing is $120 per couple $60 per single; dancing only is $25 per couple and $16 for a single.

Dinner will be provided by Noble Feast Catering. Cocktails begin at 5 p.m.; dinner at 5:30 p.m. and dancing begins at 8 p.m. Greg Caputo Quartet that will perform well-loved standards for your dancing and listen pleasure. Cash bar and refreshments will be served from 8 to 11 p.m. If your name is George, Morgan or Sarah you receive $16 off your admission in honor of George Morgan's birthday and Sarah and George's anniversary. Information: www.gildedage.org.

Phone : 413-637-3206

Valentine’s Day Ball – Fairhaven, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : Cocktail hour, 6-7 p.m.; dinner, 7:30 p.m.; entertainment, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Seaport Inn and Marina, 110 Middle Street
Fairhaven , MA
Admission : $25; with dinner, $50.

The World Premier Band to perform after dinner.

Phone : 508-997-1281

Midwinter on Angell: A Medieval Valentine’s Day Celebration -- Providence, RI
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 6 to 9 p.m.
Central Congregational Church, 296 Angell Street
Providence, RI
Admission : $45 per person

For a fresh, fun, romantic, and music-filled Valentine’s Day, come to Midwinter on Angell. This Medieval feast of food, mirth, and songs of love includes dinner, wine and entertainment - including musical performances by the Central Choir, Patrick Aiken, Choirmaster and Organist.
Information and reservations: 401-331-1960 or email cccangell@centralchurch.us

Valentine's Day Ball with the Boston String Quartet --Providence, RI
February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 6:30 p.m.
11 Dorrance Street
Providence, RI
Admission : Full Evening Package, $65 per person; Dancing Package, $40 per person

Boston String Quartet invites you to celebrate at the Valentine’s Day Ball with beautiful music, a romantic dinner, and Latin ballroom dancing. Full evening package with dinner, or dance package, without dinner.
Information: 617-875-7851

Mardi Gras Ball with music by Slippery Sneakers – Woonsocket, RI
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 5:30-11 p.m.
CYO Center, 53 Federal Street
Woonsocket, RI
Admission : $25 in advance; $30 at the door (if available)

Mardi Gras Ball featuring the Slippery Sneakers band performing zydeco, blues, soul and Cajun music, with a buffet served from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Information and tickets: 401-762-9072 or visit http://nrica.org

Mardi Gras Ball with Music by Slippery Sneakers – Woonsocket, RI
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 5:30-11 p.m.
St. Ann's Art & Cultural Center, 84 Cumberland Street
Woonsocket, RI
Admission : $25 in advance; $30 at the door (if available)

Live music by local group The Jeff Gamache Orchestra, playing swing, blues, country, disco and rock & roll. Buffet is served 6:30 8 pm, followed by the revealing of this year’s King Jace.
Information and tickets: 401-762-9072 or visit http://nrica.org

Valentine Absolut Gay-la -- Mashantucket, CT
February 14, 2012 to February 14, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
COMIX At Foxwoods Comedy Club & Bar, 350 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, CT
Admission : $25

This Valentine’s Day, leave the greeting cards at home and celebrate the holiday right with Comix At Foxwoods. Share some laughs with NESN Comedy All-Star Jim Lauletta, New England’s Best Bar Comic Doug Blay, and host, Andrew Williams. Then, enjoy an exclusive music video lounge reception and dance with VJ Tom Yaz. For guests age 21 and older.
Information and tickets: www.comixatfoxwoods.com or call 800-200-2882

Mardi Gras Weekend Celebration -- Ogunquit, ME
February 17, 2012 to February 19, 2012
36 Main Street
Ogunquit, ME

Celebrate Mardi Gras in Ogunquit. Information: www.visitogunquit.org. Tentative schedule:
Friday, February 17:
Mardi Gras King & Queen Crowning Competition,, 8:30 p.m at MaineStreet.
Saturday, February 18, 2012:
Hat & Mask Making Party, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at MaineStreet.
Hat & Mask Parade MaineStreet to Old Village Inn, 1 p.m..
Parade Awards Ceremony and Entertainment, 1:30 – 3 p.m. at Old Village Inn.
Island Tones Steel Drum Band Concert, 3-4:30 p.m. at Front Porch.
All weekend: Ice skating at the Community Ice Skating Rink, Cottage Street, next to the Dunaway Center.

Mardi Gras at BlackRock Rocks -- Bridgeport, CT
February 18, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : Saturday, 1 p.m. to Sunday, 2 a.m.
Acoustic Cafe & Neutral Ground Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport, CT
Admission : Adults, $25; youth age 12-20, $5; children under age 12, free

This party with a purpose will include New Orleans-style food and drinks for purchase at multiple locations, a French Quarter photo booth, masks and t-shirts, and raffle tickets for unique prize packages. This all-day, all-night fundraiser will host performances by Nigel Hall (of The Royal Family), Tim & Eric of the Alternate Routes, The Primate Fiasco, Renard Boissiere, The Darian Cunning Band, Cosmic Jibaros, Twiddle, I Anbassa, PJ Pacifico, Hoe, and many others. BlackRock Rocks Mardi Gras, to date, has donated over $15,000 for the revitalization of New Orleans, LA, and Bridgeport, CT.
Information: www.blackrockrocks.org

Phone : 203-400-9509

Cruise Boston Harbor with WTKK Hosts Jim & Margery -- Boston, MA
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 7-11 p.m.
60 Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA
Admission : From $63.50 per person

The hosts of 96.9 Boston Talks Jim Braude & Margery Eagan invite you to join them on the February 18th Dinner Cruise aboard The Odyssey. The Saturday night cruise will feature spectacular views of Boston, distinctive dining, and world class service. Guests can mingle and be entertained by Boston’s only live and local male-female talk duo.

Phone : 866-306-2469

Cajun & Zydeco Mardi Gras Ball – Cranston, RI
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 5 p.m.–midnight
Rhodes on the Pawtuxet, 60 Rhodes Place
Cranston, RI
Admission : $35-$45

The best Mardi Gras party in New England. Music and dancing with Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys, C.J. Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Pine Leaf Boys, Preston Frank, Ed Poullard & Big Daddy Zydeco Band, and Hot Tamale Brass Band. Prizes for costumes in the category of best group, couple, and individual; most traditional and most creative. Cajun food for sale.
Information and tickets: www.mardigrasri.com

Foxwoods 20th Anniversary Platinum Party – Mashantucket, CT
February 24, 2012 to February 24, 2012
Time : 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Premier Ballroom, MGM Grand at Foxwoods, 350 Trolley Line Blvd.
Mashantucket, MA

Foxwoods Resort Casino will celebrate its 20th Anniversary with The Platinum Party, hosted by music mogul and entrepreneur Diddy. The MGM Grand Premier Ballroom will be transformed into the ultimate party with VIP seating, bottle service, projection screens, dancers, aerialists, giveaways and much more and the hottest DJs from New York and Boston will be spinning crowd favorite music all night long. Celebrity guests include: rapper Jim Jones and Chrissy Lampkin of VH1’s “Love and Hip Hop.” For guests age 21 and older. Proper Dress required.
Information: www.foxwoods.com

The Red Carpet Night at the Oscars Event -- Concord, NH
February 26, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Time : 6:30 p..m to midnight
11 South Main Street
Concord, NH 03301
Admission : $70 to $90

Walk the red carpet and come watch the stars shine at Red River Theatres! Celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night in your best attire, and enjoy a fun evening of great food, music, and more. See the Academy Awards Presentation live on our screens. All proceeds from the event will benefit community and educational programming at Red River Theatres.

Phone : 603-224-4697

Oscar Night America -- Providence, RI
February 26, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 1 Avenue of the Arts
Providence, RI
Admission : $125

Residents of Rhode Island and southern New England can experience the thrills and surprises of the 84th Academy Awards. Oscar Night America is the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences's program that enables charities to host glamorous parties to raise funds. This is a Red Carpet Gala with a welcome reception, gourmet dinner, drinks, live music, raffle and screening of the Academy Awards. For those who wish to watch the Awards ceremony only on the large screen, tickets are $10 with the doors opening at 8 p.m.
Information and tickets: www.RIFilmFest.org

Phone : 401-861-4445

Vermont Symphony Orchestra Waltz Night – Burlington, VT
March 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
Grand Maple Ballroom, Dudley Davis Center at the University of Vermont
Burlington, VT

Vermont’s premiere black tie tradition, the Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s Waltz Night, is a time to strap on dancing shoes and float to the live music of the orchestra. Dine and dance to the music of the VSO and Pine Street Jazz. The annual gala includes cocktails (cash bar) and silent auction. Back by popular demand this year is the Waltz Contest. All proceeds from the event will benefit VSO educational and musical programs throughout the state.
Time: Auction at 6 p.m. followed by dinner and dancing at 7 p.m. until 112:30 a.m.
Admission: $175 per person.
Information and tickets: 800-VSO-9293, ext. 25, or visit www.vso.org.

“Festen” – Pawtucket, RI
January 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
The Sandra Feinstein Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange Street
Pawucket, RI

Helge is turning 60, and everyone is coming home for the party. His eldest son, Christian, whose twin sister, Linda, recently committed suicide, will raise the first toast... and reveal a shocking family secret. Trapped for 24 hours within the walls of the lavish country estate rocked by revelations that shatter the veneer of respectability even the disbelieving guests are choosing sides as the truth painfully unfolds.
Time: Performances Wednesday-Sunday; times vary - see website for details
Admission: $30-40
Information: 401-723-4266 or visit www.gammtheatre.org

Northern Stage Presents "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" -- White River Junction, VT
January 18, 2012 to February 5, 2012
Briggs Opera House, 12 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT

A deliciously wicked story of love, based on the scandalous 1782 French novel, spins a sinister tale of jealousy, seduction and lust. As the French Revolution approaches, a treacherous man and woman devise a cruel game of revenge intended to destroy a pious married woman, a virginal girl and her innocent first love. The award-winning Northern Stage features top New York actors in an intimate theater with audience on three sides. This one may be too hot for the kids! Time: Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 (except January 20 at 7 p.m.); Sundays at 5 p.m.
Admission: Tickets start at $20.
Information: 802-296-7000 or visit www.northernstage.org

"Trouble Is My Business"
January 24, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Portland Stage, 25A Forest Avenue
Portland, ME

The 1930s atmosphere, and trademark narrative style of Los Angeles's most famous private detective come to life in this world premiere adaptation of Red Wind and Trouble is My Business. From seedy side streets to elegant Hollywood mansions, Marlowe must stay focused on solving the case through run-ins with sinister thugs, high rollers, crooked cops, stiffs, and femmes fatales in this quintessential jazz-age thriller.
Times: Tuesday-Sunday; call the Box Office for performance dates, times and ticket prices.
Information: www.portlandstage.org or call 207-774-0465

“The Merchant of Venice” by William Shakespeare – Providence, RI
February 3, 2012 to March 11, 2012
Time : Various; consult website
Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street
Providence , RI
Admission : Various; consult website

At the mercy of Shylock, a moneylender to whom he owes a hefty debt, Antonio must find a way out of losing collateral he simply can’t afford to part with – a pound of his own flesh. A bold new setting brings to bear the timelessness of Shakespeare’s controversial tragedy.
Information: 401-351-4242 or visit or visit www.trinityrep.com/ Various; consult website

Mohegan Sun Celebrates Chinese New Year -- Uncasville, CT
February 5, 2012 to February 5, 2012
1 Mohegan Sun Blvd.
Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun is ringing in the New Year with a variety of events including legendary singer Wakin Chau in Mohegan Sun Arena, a traditional Lion Dance, the Money God, an appearance by the top three 2011 Miss New York Chinese Beauty Pageant stars, special menu items at Sunrise Square, and bus giveaways.
Information: 888-226-7711 or visit mohegansun.com/888.
Singer Wakin Chau from Taiwan in the Mohegan Sun Arena, 2 p.m. Admission: $58 and $38. Information and tickets: www.stage66.us or call 212-925-1098.
Lion Dance throughout the Mohegan Sun property, 2 p.m. from Sunrise Square through The Shops at Mohegan Sun, Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Wind.
Kung Fu artists will perform in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, 2:40 p.m.

“Mary Poppins” -- Providence, RI
February 8, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : Various, see website
Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset Street
Providence , RI
Admission : $38 - $75

“Mary Poppins” is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, "This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!" Featuring the irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stagecraft, this is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars.
Information: 401-421-2787 or visit http://ppacri.org

100 Years of Broadway -- Camden, ME
February 10, 2012 to February 10, 2012
Camden Opera House, 29 Elm Street
Camden , ME

Save yourself a trip to New York. You can see five Broadway stars and fifty of the greatest characters from Broadway musicals, all in one unforgettable evening! Direct from New York, you will hear songs from the greatest Broadway musicals such as “Phantom of the Opera,” “Les Miserables,” “Jersey Boys,” “Chicago,” “Mamma Mia” and “Jekyll & Hyde” presented by singers who sang many of these roles on Broadway.
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Admission: $40, $30 $8.
Information: www.baychamberconcerts.org or call 207-236-2823

Romance in Motion: Tango and Beyond – Boston, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
First Church in Boston, 66 Marlborough Street
Boston , MA
Admission : $20-$45; student, $10

Acclaimed tango dancers Armando Orzuza and Nuria Martinez and Middle-Eastern Dancer Najmat will join the Chamber Orchestra of Boston. In addition to tangos by Piazzolla, the orchestra will perform romantic music by Strauss, Brahms and Bizet. The dynamic Armando and Nuria have appeared in tango festivals and theaters throughout Europe, Japan, South America and the United States, as well as in film and television. Armando also appeared as principal dancer in the movie “Assassination Tango.”
Information: www.chamberorchestraofboston.org or call 617-266-1626

Cirque Mechanics – Portsmouth, NH
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 4 and 8 p.m.
The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut Street
Portsmouth, NH

The Las Vegas-based company, which has received rave reviews since it was launched by Cirque du Soleil veteran Chris Lashua in 2004, has become known for its innovative, multi-layered, and whimsical productions that explore the relationship between people and machines.
Information: 603-436-2400 or visit www.themusichall.org.

“I’ve Got a Little Twist” with the Gilbert & Sullivan Players -- Concord , NH
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main Street
Concord, NH
Admission : Free of charge; tickets need to be reserved to ensure seating.

It’s where "The Mikado" meets "The Music Man." Where the HMS Pinafore sets sail for Brigadoon. Where "The Pirates of Penzance" take shore leave "On the Town." It’s I’ve Got a Little Twist-a one-of-a-kind show that proves the Gilbert & Sullivan repertoire is as fun, fresh, and full-of-life as, well, three little maids from school! See for yourself as New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players celebrates the legacy of Gilbert & Sullivan in American musical theater, featuring favorites from Rodgers & Hammerstein, Bernstein, Sondheim, Lerner & Lowe, Meredith Willson, and Jerry Herman. Life is a cabaret and so is this show-and as we all know, it’s always more entertaining when you add a little twist.
Information and tickets: 603-225-1111 or visit www.ccanh.com

“Shrek the Musical” – New London, CT
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 3 and 7:30 p.m.
Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street
New London , CT
Admission : Consult website

“Shrek the Musical”, based on the DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. Part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone! In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess.
Information: 860-444-7373 or visit www.gardearts.org/

Blast Percussion and Brass Extravaganza -- Springfield, MA
February 12, 2012 to February 12, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Symphony Hall, 34 Court Street
Springfield, MA
Admission : $59, $50, $45, $28.50

Born on athletic fields across the nation, steeped in the tradition of military and outdoor pageantry, drum corps, bands, and color guards have a long history in America. Often rehearsing twelve hours a day they create thrilling performances where athleticism, musical talent, kaleidoscopic movement, and showmanship merge into an art form that is both competitive and entertaining. From its inception in 1984, Star of Indiana achieved successes no corps in history had ever accomplished. Star moved beyond its earlier triumphs to bring the power, passion and precision of outdoor pageantry to the stage in a musical performance that we now call Blast. Winner of the 2001 Tony Award for Best Special Theatrical Event and the 2001 Emmy Award for Best Choreography.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

Cirque Mechanics present Boom Town -- Orono, ME
February 15, 2012 to February 15, 2012
5746 Collins Center for the Arts, Off Belgrade Road, University of Maine
Orono, ME

Journey to a time and place rich in adventure! Wonder at the outstanding acrobatics! Revel in the discovery! The creators of Birdhouse Factory transport you to the 1865 mining town of Rosebud, where an unlikely discovery sets off a series of hilarious and unexpected events full of the lore, excitement, and adventure of the old West.
Information: 207-581-1755 or visit http://collinscenterforthearts.com/

Northern Stage Presents "M. Butterfly" -- White River Junction, VT
February 15, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : Tuesday-Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. (except February 17 at 7 p.m.); Sunday, 5 p.m.; February 23, 2 p.m.
Briggs Opera House, 12 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT
Admission : Various; consult website

Caught up in the swirl of Maoist China in the 1960s, a French diplomat’s obsession casts him into a tangled web of mystery, international intrigue and a star-crossed 20-year romance with a Chinese opera star. As in Puccini’s “Madame Butterfly,” based on real events, betrayal and loss of honor lead to a shocking conclusion. The award-winning Northern Stage features top New York actors in an intimate theater with audience on three sides. Contains adult content and nudity.
Information: 802-296-7000 or visit www.northernstage.org

“Sparrow Grass” -- Providence, RI
February 16, 2012 to May 13, 2012
Time : Various; consult theater website
Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street
Providence , RI
Admission : Various; consult theater website

Artistic Director Curt Columbus’s bold new play, inspired by Racine’s Phèdre, brings the classic tragedy into focus in current times. A woman’s dark and misdirected passion threatens to destroy a family from within. Columbus has been hailed by critics nationwide for “his tremendous talent in skillfully adapting classics for present-day audiences.”
Information: 401-351-4242 or visit or visit www.trinityrep.com/

“The Beaux Strategem” – Burlington, VT
February 16, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Time : Consult website
The UVM Department of Theatre, Royall Tyler Theatre, 116 University Place
Burlington , VT
Admission : $15-$18

The original version of The Beaux’ Stratagem, written by George Farquhar, was first performed in London in 1709. It was later adapted by Thornton Wilder in 1939. Three centuries in the making, the play is a raucous romp through the minefields of love, money and marriage. It is an evening full of careful scheming, double dealing and a good bit of old-time swashbuckling bravado, proving that when it comes to matters of the heart anything can happen no matter how carefully planned.
Information and tickets: www.uvmtheatre.org/beaux11.html

“West Side Story” – Woonsocket, RI
February 17, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Stadium Theater, 28 Monument Square
Woonsocket, RI

The world’s greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre’s finest accomplishments. Shakespeare's “Romeo and Juliet” is transported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American” Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.
Information: www.stadiumtheatre.com/ or call 401-762-4545

“Isn’t It Romantic?” – Waltham, MA
February 19, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : 1 p.m.
Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA
Admission : Adults, $35 to $57; youth ages 5-18, $25

Two of Broadway’s brightest stars sing favorite love songs from the stage and screen. In this musical Valentine to love and laughter, Rachel York (City of Angels, Les Misérables, Victor/Victoria) and Brent Barrett (Chicago, Annie Get Your Gun, Phantom of the Opera) rekindle the sizzle and spark that stole hearts in “Kiss Me, Kate.”
Information: www.reaglemusictheatre.org

Your Friends and Neighbors Present: Paradise Park -- Narragansett, RI
February 24, 2012 to March 10, 2012
Time : 7-9 p.m.; February. 26, 2-4 p.m.
35 Ocean Road, Narragansett
Narragansett, RI
Admission : Friday-Saturday, $20; Sunday matinee, $15

The Contemporary Theater Company presents a funny and fantabulous Charles Mee comedy about love, escape, and Americana.
Information; www.thecontemporarytheater.com

Phone : 401-218-0282

"Hidden Tennessee" by Tennessee Williams -- Portland, ME
February 28, 2012 to March 18, 2012
Portland Stage, 25A Forest Ave
Portland , ME

An evening of one-act plays from a 20th century master of lyrical takes on human nature. From the dreams of lonely, unkempt teenagers in This Property is Condemned to the hopeless desires of proper Southern ladies. In “Something Unspoken,” two quite different stories display Williams's unmatched talent for uncovering truths both beautiful and sad, hidden behind closed doors. Please call the box office for performance dates, times, and admission.
Days: Tuesday- Sunday
Information: www.portlandstage.org or call 207-774-0465

The Original Tribute to The Blues Brothers -- Orono, ME
February 28, 2012 to February 28, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
5746 Collins Center for the Arts, Off Belgrade Road, University of Maine campus
Orono, ME

The show that started it all has been selling out all over Europe these past few years. Featuring original members from the West End run, the all new show brings you all those favorite moments and songs with a few new twists, a few new moves and a clean, freshly laundered suit...The boys are joined by the sassy Bluettes, three ladies with voices to knock you clean off your perch.
Information: 207-581-1755 or visit http://collinscenterforthearts.com/

Forever Kings: A Tribute to Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley -- Springfield, MA
February 29, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : Wednesday & Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m.
CityStage, One Columbus Center
Springfield, MA
Admission : $40.50, $36.00

The ultimate tribute to the kings of pop. Forever Kings is a live, multi-media, singing, dancing, rock-n-roll trip through the musical life of Michael Jackson (played by Edward Moss) and Elvis Presley (played by Matt Lewis). All musical arrangements are original and if you didn't know better you would swear that the voices were coming from Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley themselves.
Information: 413-788-7033 or visit www.symphonyhall.com

"Romeo and Juliet" -- Stoneham, MA
March 1, 2012 to March 18, 2012
Time : Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.; Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.
Stoneham Theatre, 395 Main Street
Stoneham, MA
Admission : $44-$48

"Two households both alike in dignity.." Two families in conflict. When children act on their parents' grievances, and teens flame with the passion of first love, unintended consequences can devastate. Ten professional actors will team up with ten members of the Stoneham Theatre young company to explore this timeless story of love and conflict not only between families but within them.
Information: 781-279-2200

“Come Fly Away” – Providence, RI
March 2, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset Street
Providence, RI
Admission : $36 - $63

“Come Fly Away” is the new Broadway musical that brings together the legendary vocals of Frank Sinatra and the creative vision of Tony Award winner Twyla Tharp. This show combines the seductive vocals of Ol’ Blue Eyes with the sizzling sound of a live big band and the visceral thrill of Tharp’s choreography. As 14 of the world’s best dancers tell the story of four couples falling in and out of love, you will experience the exhilaration of a first kiss, the excitement of a first dance, and the bittersweet moments of a first good-bye in a world of sparkling romance and astonishing beauty. “Come Fly Away” features a score of beloved Sinatra classics including "Fly Me to the Moon," "My Way," "New York, New York," and "Witchcraft."
Information and tickets: 401-421-2787

The Amazing Kreskin -- Norfolk, CT
March 4, 2012 to March 4, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Rd West
Norfolk , CT
Admission : $25, $40

With a showman's flair, a comedian's wit, and the capacities of a bona fide Mentalist or thought reader, The Amazing Kreskin has, for 5 decades, dramatized the unique facets of the human mind, his own! He's the best mentalist in the world and he's not acting.
Information: 860-542-5531 or visit www.infinityhall.com

“Red” -- White River Junction
March 14, 2012 to April 12, 2012
Time : Various; consult website
Briggs Opera House, 12 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT
Admission : Various; consult website

New York, 1958. In a tension-filled studio, painter Mark Rothko works furiously to complete a definitive work for an extraordinary setting. As the huge project takes shape, his internal struggle to reconcile his growing wealth with his artistic integrity threatens to destroy him.
Information: 802-296-7000 or visit www.northernstage.org

“A Little Bit of Ireland” – Waltham, MA
March 16, 2012 to March 18, 2012
Time : March 16, 7:30 p.m.; March 17, 2 and 6 p.m.; and March 18, 1 p.m.
Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA
Admission : Adults, $35 to $57; youth ages 5-18, $25.

Featuring a warm-hearted brew of traditional Irish music, folk dancing, and spirited comic blarney, this annual musical celebration of St. Patrick’s Day presents some of the best and most renowned Irish performers assembled on stage anywhere anytime.
Information: www.reaglemusictheatre.org

Phone : 781-891-5600

Rodgers & Hammerstein's "South Pacific" – Portland, ME
March 17, 2012 to March 18, 2012
Time : Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle Street
Portland, ME
Admission : $65, $55, $50

This breathtaking new production of South Pacific is based on the 2008 Tony Award winning Lincoln Center Theater production. Set on a tropical island during World War II, the musical tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and by their own prejudices.
Information: http://portlandovations.org/shows

“The Addams Family” – Providence, RI
March 20, 2012 to March 25, 2012
Time : Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 and 6:30 p.m.
Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset Street
Providence, RI
Admission : $43-$70

The weird and wonderful family comes to devilishly delightful life in “The Addams Family.” It's every parent's nightmare. Your little girl has suddenly become a young woman, and what's worse, has fallen deliriously in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Yes, Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has a “normal” boyfriend, and for parents Gomez and Morticia, this shocking development will turn the Addams house downside up.
Information and tickets: 401-421-2787 or visit www.ppacri.org/

A Mob Murder Mystery Dinner Theater – Collinsville, CT
March 22, 2012 to March 22, 2012
Time : 7 p.m.
Bridge Street Live, 41 Bridge Street
Collinsville, CT
Admission : $75 per person

Start off the evening with a bang! Join “Uncle Franco” and his mobsters in a professional dinner theater production. Guests never know whom to expect – but at this thrilling, hilarious murder mystery show, they’ll know what to expect – a great meal and an evening full of fun. AspenDream Productions, Connecticut’s longest-running murder mystery comedy dinner show, puts on an action-packed performance where everyone is considered a suspect. Dinner, dancing, camaraderie, and more round out the evening. Proceeds benefit the Farmington Valley Visitors Association.
Information: www.41bridgestreet.com or call 860-676-8878.

Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance -- Amherst, MA
April 5, 2012 to April 5, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
200 Commonwealth Avenue
Amherst, MA 01003
Admission : $45, $55, $61

Generations of audiences - more than 60 million people from 68 countries - have seen Lord of the Dance, traditional Celtic dancing.
Information: 800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com or http://mullinscenter.com

“Chicago” – White River Junction, VT
April 11, 2012 to May 6, 2012
Time : Various; consult website
Briggs Opera House, 12 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT
Admission : Various; consult website

Shocking secrets are revealed in this story of crime, greed and corruption. Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, showgirls convicted of murder, fight for attention in the press. From "All That Jazz" to "Razzle Dazzle," the songs are as hot as the Prohibition-era setting. Nominated for 11 Tony Awards; the revival won 6 Tonys, including Best Revival of a Musical.
Information: 802-296-7000 or visit www.northernstage.org

“Boeing-Boeing” -- Providence, RI
April 13, 2012 to May 13, 2012
Time : Various; consult theater website
Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street
Providence , RI
Admission : Various; consult theater website

In this Tony award-winning comedy, 1960s playboy Bernard deftly juggles affairs with three gorgeous stewardesses, mapping out their arrivals and departures like clockwork. His plan soars until his old college friend visits and each of his fiancées land on his doorstep on the same night! “It’s deliciously, deliriously innocent. Pure pleasure!” – New York Times
Information: 401-351-4242 or visit or visit www.trinityrep.com/

Razzle Dazzle! My Life Behind the Sequins – Waltham, MA
April 15, 2012 to April 15, 2012
Time : 1 p.m.
Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington Street
Waltham, MA
Admission : Adults, $35 to $57; youth ages 5-18, $25.

This unforgettable love letter to a great era of show business is part concert and part memoir – a glittering multimedia one woman tour-de-force of side-splitting stories and classic songs, along with stunning video footage culled from Mitzi Gaynor’s television, concert and film work.
Information: www.reaglemusictheatre.org

Phone : 781-891-5600

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater -- Portland, ME
April 24, 2012 to April 24, 2012
Time : 7:30 p.m.
Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle Street
Portland, ME
Admission : $60, $52, $45

Since its first performance in 1958, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has forever changed the perception of American—and modern—dance, becoming one of the world’s favorite companies for their brilliant artistry and passionate energy. As part of their Portland program, the company celebrates 50 years of Revelations, an enduring classic that pays tribute to Ailey’s African-American heritage using traditional spirituals to explore the places of deepest grief and holiest joy in the human soul.
Information: http://portlandovations.org/shows

Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour – Hartford, CT
May 2, 2012 to May 2, 2012
Time : 8 p.m.
XL Center, 225 Trumbull Street
Hartford, CT
Admission : $50 to $250

This once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production combines Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. The show is written and directed by Jamie King and features more than 60 international dancers, musicians and acrobats.
Information and tickets: www.ticketmaster.com or www.cirquedusoleil.com/MichaelJackson or call 800-745-3000.

“Motherhood the Musical” -- Providence, RI
May 25, 2012 to July 1, 2012
Time : Various; consult theater website
Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington Street
Providence , RI
Admission : $44

A baby is just the beginning. Motherhood is for life! It’s the joyous journey and loving look at the blessings and perils of being a mom. It’s climbing the emotional mountain only to find that there’s laundry at the top. It’s discovering how powerful your love can be and how quickly your children grow up. It’s helping them find their way and not losing yours. This hysterical and poignant four-woman musical is a must see for anyone who is, has, or knows a mom.
Information: 401-351-4242 or visit or visit www.trinityrep.com/

Exhibit: Taking Flight: Audubon and the World of Birds – Pittsfield, MA
January 21, 2012 to March 1, 2012
Time : 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Berkshire Museum, 39 South Street
Pittsfield, , MA
Admission : Adults, $13; children above age 3, $6

Berkshire Museum’s new exhibition Taking Flight: Audubon and the World of Birds centers on John James Audubon and his passion for birds, which drove him to create The Birds of America, a revolutionary work of science and art that launched Audubon’s reputation as the world’s most renowned wildlife artist. The Opening Day Celebration on January 21 features family-friendly activities and lectures all day. Exhibit on display through June 17.
Information: www.berkshiremuseum.org or call 413-443-7171.

Meet Delilah the Right Whale – Provincetown, MA
February 11, 2012 to February 11, 2012
Time : 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies Hiebert Marine Lab, 5 Holway Avenue
Provincetown, MA
Admission : Free

Take a tour through Delilah, an inflatable, life-sized North Atlantic Right Whale, and learn all about these rare and amazing animals!
Information: Jesse Mechling at 508-487-3623 ext. 103

Northeastern International Auto Show – Providence, RI
February 2, 2012 to February 5, 2012
Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street
Providence, RI

The latest 2012 model cars, trucks, crossovers, vans and sport/utility vehicles will be on display. The auto show is the ideal setting to shop and compare favorite models in a no-pressure, non-selling environment.
Time: Thursday, noon-10 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults, $9; seniors, $6; children ages 7-12, $4.
Information: www.providenceautoshow.com.

Water's Edge Resort & Spa Bridal Expo -- Westbrook, CT
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
1525 Boston Post Road
Westbrook, CT

More than 35 vendors will be on hand to answer questions and help plan the wedding of your dreams, This is the bridal event you do not want to miss, to meet experts in …everything from photographers to floral design to invitations and more. Thousands of dollars worth of giveaways, including a honeymoon to the Caribbean. All brides and grooms admitted free with pre-registration.
Information and tickets: 866-306-7473 ext. 1 or visit www.diamondringproductions.com

New England Model Engineering Show – Waltham, MA
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
154 Moody Street
Waltham ,
Admission : Adults, $7; children, students, and seniors, $5.

Featuring the craftsmanship of the New England Model Engineering Society. The event exhibits gasoline engines, aircraft engines, locomotives, clocks, model boats, and various contraptions of their own design. Several exhibits feature hands-on experiments.
Information: www.crmi.org.

Phone : 781-893-5410

New England Golf Expo – Providence, RI
February 18, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street
Providence, RI

This show will feature more than 80 exhibitors with interactive displays, seminars and golf related attractions for all levels of golf enthusiasts, including latest equipment from the top golf manufacturers at the 10 bay indoor driving range, expanded discount retail shopping opportunities; interactive golf exhibits; tips from RIPGA golf professionals; chance to win resort packages and golf magazine subscriptions; a 9-hole mini-golf course and more.
Time: Saturday, 10 a.m-5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults, $9; children under age 12, free.
Information: www.snegolfexpo.com.

Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show – Providence, RI
February 23, 2012 to February 26, 2012
Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street Providence
Providence, RI

The 19th Flower Show is more exciting and beautiful then ever – with 31 dens and 200 marketplace booths horticulture lectures; and a w Food & Wine Festival, featuring regional and local top chefs Frank Terranova and Sara Moulton.
Time: Thursday-Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults, $18; Senior/Student/Evening, $15; Group of 15 or more, $15; children age 6-12, $7.
Information: www.flowershow.com.

Western Massachusetts Mineral Jewelry & Fossil Show -- Holyoke, MA
March 24, 2012 to March 25, 2012
Time : Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Holyoke Hotel & Conference Center (formerly Holiday Inn at Ingleside), Exit 15 off I-91
Holyoke, MA
Admission : $4

Show features mineral, gemstones, jewelry, crystals, beads fossils, lapidary and mineral arts from around the world. Live demonstrations, free exhibits, free parking, on-site food.
Information: www.westernmassmineralshow.com

Seaside Wedding Show -- Ipswich, MA
April 22, 2012 to April 22, 2012
Time : noon-3 p.m.
The Great House on The Crane Estate
Ipswich, , MA
Admission : Price: $5 for Trustees members; $10 for non-members; and $15 at the door

Featuring 51 vendors who will share their professional expertise. Meet our exclusive caterers and rental companies, sample fabulous food including local farm fresh meat, cheese, and vegetables. Visit with our preferred vendors for flowers, gowns, invitations, lighting, make-up, music, photography, spa luxuries, transportation, and The Inn at Castle Hill. Envision your day with possible options for an eco-conscious wedding at The Great House.
Information: 978-356-4351

Viva Notch Vegas Casino Night – Smugglers Notch, VT
February 4, 2012 to February 4, 2012
The Meeting House, Smugglers' Notch Resort, 4323 Vermont Route 108 South
Smugglers' Notch, VT

Game tables, door prizes, silent auction, music, munchies ... what more could you want? Casino Night benefits the Smugglers' Notch Ski and Snowboard Club's youth racing programs. For guests age 18 and older.
Time: 7-11 p.m.
Admission: $10 entry cover charge donation to the Club gets you $50 in casino cash and a door prize drawing ticket.
Information: 802-644-8851 or visit smuggs@smuggs.com

Telemark Invasion – Rangeley, ME
March 10, 2012 to March 10, 2012
Saddleback ski aea, 976 Saddleback Mountain Road
Rangeley, ME

There will be telemark equipment demonstrations, instruction clinics, group ski runs, and an up and down race using ski climbing skins. The event will be followed by live music apres ski in the Swig n' Smelt Pub.
Information: 207 864-5671 or visit www.saddlebackmaine.com/winter/

Cranapolooza -- North Conway, NH
December 28, 2011 to March 31, 2012
Time : 2-9 p.m.
Cranmore Mountain, 1 Skimobile
North Conway, NH

Every Saturday afternoon from December through March, guests can enjoy a variety of fun family events throughout the resort in addition to snow tubing, mountain coaster, giant swing and Indoor Adventure Zone operations. Cranapalooza also takes place on Wednesday, December 28 and Wednesday, February 22. As guests finish up a day of skiing and riding, they can enjoy activities like fireworks on select dates, games with C-More, magicians and puppets, face painting, hypnotists, live entertainment, hot chocolate and s'mores around the fire pit and Après Ski with live music in Zip's Pub.

Phone : 603-356-5544

Art in the Snow --Brandon, VT
February 18, 2012 to February 19, 2012
Time : Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, noon-4 p.m.
Various locations throughout town
Brandon, VT
Admission : Varies with activity. Most are free.

Brandon’s Art in the Snow is for life-long learners and the curious: open studios, classes and demonstrations in a variety of visual arts media, artist talks, colorful galleries, wine tasting parties, a wine-pairing dinner, evening music, fine gourmet cuisine or casual dining, antiques, boutiques and special gifts.
Information: 802-247-6401

Felting Demonstrations at Vermont Fiber Mill & Studio -- Brandon, VT
February 18, 2012 to February 18, 2012
Time : Saturday, 11 a.,m.-4 p.m.
185 Adams Road
Brandon, VT
Admission : Free

Located at Maple View Farm, the Vermont Fiber Mill & Studio uses alpaca fiber to create a variety of products from roving to felt to yarn. During Art in the Snow, Debbie will demonstrate felting techniques on the FeltLOOM, a unique piece of equipment used to create felted fabric and objects from carded fiber.
Information; 802-247-6401

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