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Comfort on the Farm: A Farm Dinner with Comfort Kitchen

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Join us for our second collaboration with James Beard Award-nominated Comfort Kitchen for an extraordinary November farm dinner event.   Boston’s critically acclaimed Comfort Kitchen team will share the Powisset Kitchen for one night only to bring diverse communities together and celebrate the power of storytelling through food. Featuring… Read More

Spirits of the Old Manse

Spirits of the Old Manse: A Candlelit Encounter with the Past

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Step inside the Old Manse after dark for a rare, intimate experience through the rooms where history was lived – and still lingers. This is not a haunted house. This is something older, quieter, and more unsettling. Guided by candlelight, you’ll move room by room through the 18th-century home… Read More

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Closing Reception – Serenade: A Symphony in Pastel

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Join us from 1-3PM for a closing reception to celebrate “Serenade: A Symphony in Pastel,” a one-woman-exhibit by award winning pastel artist and Massachusetts local Lisa Regopoulos. Her exhibition at the Wayside Gallery consists of pastel paintings encompassing several series: Acadia National Park seascapes, landscapes, birds and florals. Lisa is… Read More

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Family-Friendly Tour of the Old Manse

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Step into the incredible world of The Old Manse, a stunning 254-year-old house that witnessed the dawn of the American Revolutionary War and served as a sanctuary for renowned writers and artists! Join us for a special 30-minute tour designed just for families with young adventurers. Experience history like never… Read More

Fruitlands/Old Manse Story Hour

Fall Fun Story Hour Pop-Ups: Pumpkins Everywhere!

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Join us throughout September and October and explore the natural world through stories, crafts, and fun fall activities in a landscape that inspired writers and environmentalists! Stop by the historic site for a free pop-up story hour where we’ll read nature inspired children’s books and do a simple craft together!… Read More

Spirits of the Old Manse

Spirits of the Old Manse: A Candlelit Encounter with the Past

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Step inside the Old Manse after dark for a rare, intimate experience through the rooms where history was lived – and still lingers. This is not a haunted house. This is something older, quieter, and more unsettling. Guided by candlelight, you’ll move room by room through the 18th-century home… Read More

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First Day Goal Setting Hike at Fruitlands

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Set aside time to reset, reflect, and connect with the world around you and join Lead Nature Educator Stacie Korroch on a journey through the Fruitlands Trails. Throughout the program you’ll learn about the ways the natural world “resets” each winter and gets ready for spring, have time to… Read More

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Christmas at the Manse

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Step back in time and embark on a journey through a breathtaking colonial home, beautifully transformed for the holiday season! Uncover the enchanting tales woven into its rich history during this captivating tour. Immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas as you discover how New Englanders crafted new traditions and… Read More

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Art of Presence: Family Yoga at deCordova

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Need to get out of the house? Try the Art of Presence: Family Yoga, a playful and engaging yoga experience at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum. Families will move, stretch, and breathe together in a fun and welcoming environment. These interactive sessions encourage creativity, mindfulness, and… Read More