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Bass River Extravaganza

Sunday, September 14, 2008

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Leave Station Return
8:00 am Wellington T (Rte. 16) 6:00 pm
8:30 am Riverside T (exit 22, Rte.128) 5:30 pm
9:00 am Braintree T (exit 17, Rte. 3) 5:00 am
(Times subject to change)

Come join us, as we discover the beauty of the Bass River on Old Cape Cod. Travel with us as we cruise aboard the “Starfish” on the largest tidal river on the eastern sea board, as we view “Old Sea Captain’s” homes, and the summer homes of the “Rich and Famous.”  To add to our Cape Cod Experience, we will be dining at the world renown “Sundancer’s Restaurant” on the shores of the Bass River in West Dennis, MA.

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Round-trip comfortable motor coach

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A Visit to the Cape Cod Gift Barn in North Eastham, MA

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A Photo-Op at the Chatham Lighthouse in Chatham, MA

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Chatham Railroad Museum in Chatham, MA

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Bass River Boat Trip in West Dennis, MA

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Lunch at Sundancer’s Restaurant in West Dennis, MA
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Baked Stuffed Scrod

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Grilled Tenderloin Tips

bulletChicken Marsala

Fare:

$65 per person

 

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Pioneer Valley Cruise

Sunday, September 21, 2008

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8:00 am Wellington T (Rte. 16) 6:00 pm
8:30 am Braintree T (exit 17, Rte. 3) 5:30 pm
9:00 am Riverside T (exit 22, Rte.128) 5:00 pm
(Times subject to change)

Experience fall in New England, as we journey to the Berkshires, and take a leisurely cruise aboard the “Lady Bea” on one of the loveliest stretches of the Connecticut River. We will learn about the river’s history and the native wildlife that abounds in this area as we meander up the river from the Holyoke Dam to Northampton.  The pristine waters and unspoiled views will be a truly enjoyable experience for all.

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Round-trip comfortable motor coach

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Buffet Lunch at the Dockside Restaurant in South Hadley, MA

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Boat Ride on the “Lady Bea” on the Connecticut River

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Country Store at the Brookfield Orchards in North Brookfield, MA

Fare:

$63 per person

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Time Travelers

Saturday, September 27, 2008

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7:30 am Braintree T (exit 17, Rte. 3) 7:00 pm
8:00 am Wellington T (Rte. 16) 6:30 pm
8:30 am Riverside T (exit 22, Rte.128) 6:00 pm
(Times subject to change)

Yes, we can travel back in time, if only for a day, when we visit the renown Griswold Inn in Essex, Conn. that for over 200 years has been offering food, lodging and hospitality to its guests.  Then from a vintage train station we will board a real steam train which will take us along the scenic Connecticut river. The motor coach however will bring us back to 2008.  Just for a day we can dream, can’t we?

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Round-trip comfortable motor coach

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Visit to Essex Station

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Ride on steam train

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Lunch at Griswold Inn Choice of:
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Roast top sirloin of beef

bulletPan seared breast of chicken

Fare:

$66 per person

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White Mountain Diner

Saturday, October 4, 2008

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7:00 am Braintree T (exit 17, Rte. 3) 8:00 pm
7:30 am Riverside T (exit 22, Rte.128) 7:30 pm
8:00 am Wellington T (Rte. 16) 7:00 pm
(Times subject to change)

Climb on board the Hobo Railroad and enjoy a time that no Hobo will ever know, with a sumptuous turkey dinner with all the fixings.  We then will take you for an exciting and breathtaking ride on the tramway 4180' up Cannon Mountain for a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

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Round-trip comfortable motor coach

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Scenic train ride

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Turkey luncheon

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Cannon Mountain

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Tramway ride

Fare:

$70 per person

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Naugatuck Railroad

Sunday, October 19, 2008

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7:30 am Wellington T (Rte. 16) 6:30 pm
8:00 am Braintree T (exit 17, Rte. 3) 6:00 pm
8:30 am Riverside T (exit 22, Rte.128) 5:30 pm
(Times subject to change)

Good times in Connecticut never seem to end, especially when you take time to visit with us at the Timexpo (Timex) Museum in Waterbury Connecticut.  This is then followed by lunch at the Home Town Buffet and a ride on the scenic Naugatuck Railroad with all its autumn color and splendor.

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Round-trip comfortable motor coach

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Visit to Timexpo Museum & gift store

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Buffet luncheon at Home Town Buffet

bulletTrain ride on Naugatuck Railroad

Fare:

$56 per person

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Opus 134 "King of Instruments"
Saturday, November 22, 2008

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Leave Station Return
8:00 am Braintree T (exit 17, Rte. 3) 6:00 pm
8:30 am Riverside T (exit 22, Rte.128) 5:30 pm
9:00 am Wellington T (Rte. 16) 5:00 pm
(Times subject to change)

Travel with us to Cape Ann to the shop of C. B. Fisk Inc, one of the world's premier builders of the "King of Instruments", for a behind the scenes tour of a mechanical masterpiece made in America.  See what is involved with the construction of Opus 134, a large 3 manual pipe organ accompanied by a slide lecture followed by a private demonstration on a Fisk instrument.

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Round-trip comfortable motor coach

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Dine at Gloucester House on 7 Seas Wharf
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Yankee pot roast 

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Gloucester Schrod

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Behind the scenes at C.B. Fisk, Inc.

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Slide lecture with Q&A session

bulletPrivate demonstration on a Fisk organ

Fare:

$55 per person