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Groton Hill Music Center
Groton Hill Music Center is a 126,000-square-foot music education and performance destination deeply connected to the agricultural heritage of North Central Massachusetts . The center features two world-class performance halls , thirty-five classrooms , a dining room and various versatile spaces for learning , performing and hospitality . This dynamic facility is dedicated to fostering artistic growth and enriching the community with exceptional musical experiences . 122 Old Ayer Rd ., Groton , MA , 978-486-9524 , grotonhill . org
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THRU NOV . 24 The Addams Family Get ready for a delightfully gloomy Broadway-style musical at Bay View this fall . Presented by Upper School elite performing arts students , The Addams Family takes the audience on a glitzy-gloomy journey into the lives of belovedly creepy Gomez , Morticia , Wednesday , Pugsley , Fester and more . St . Mary Academy
– Bay View Mercy Auditorium , 3070 Pawtucket Ave ., Riverside , bayviewacademy . org
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tions and seasonal treats from local artisans . Inspired by trips to the European Christmas markets , the Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show will help usher in the start of the holiday season . 10 a . m .– 6 p . m . Vaillancourt Folk Art , 9 Main St ., Sutton , MA , valfa . com
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THRU NOV . 24 Paradise City Arts Festival Discover creativity at this beautifully curated festival where 170 artists showcase furnishings , fashion , jewelry and fine art , blending classical elegance with fantastical charm . With its lively ambiance , two cafes and “ A Rose is a Rose is a Rose ” exhibit in the Sculpture Cafe , it ’ s a great way to spend a day . Fri . 10 a . m .– 5 p . m ., Sat . 10 a . m .– 6 p . m ., Sun . 11 a . m .– 5 p . m . Royal Plaza Trade Center , 81 Royal Plaza Dr . West , Marlborough , MA , festivals . paradisecityarts . com
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Nick Swardson : Toilet Head Join Nick Swardson , America ' s Sweetheart , as he tackles the hard issues of diarrhea , edibles and Norm MacDonald . A
THRU NOV . 24 Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show . Enjoy handcrafted gifts , festive decoracomedian , actor , writer and producer , Nick Swardson ’ s unique comedic view has established him as a force in the film and TV sphere and as a prolific stand-up comic . 7:30 p . m . The Vets , 1 Avenue of the Arts , Providence , thevetsri . com
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Coming Home : A Living Room Concert by The Haus of Glitter What does it feel like to come home ? Home to the self ? Home to each other ? Home to the earth ? A multidisciplinary performance installation that explores the intimacy of home , conceived and created by the Haus of Glitter Dance Company . Part of the Brown Arts IGNITE Series . Granoff Center for the Creative Arts , Brown University , 154 Angell St ., Providence , arts . brown . edu
Trombone Shorty &
23 Orleans Avenue Shorty ’ s proven he ’ s more than
just a horn player . Catch a gig , open the pages of the New York Times , flip on any late-night TV show and you ’ ll see an undeniable
star with utterly magnetic charisma , a natural born showman who can command an audience with the best of them . 8 p . m . The Vets , 1 Avenue of the Arts , Providence , thevetsri . com
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Christmas by Candlelight Come experience the history of Christmas festivities at Old Sturbridge Village . Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects , stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail , listen to stories and live music , sample sweet treats and more . Bring the family as we celebrate a very special time of year . 2 – 8 p . m . Old Sturbridge Village , 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd ., Sturbridge , MA , osv . org / event / christmas-by-candlelight
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THRU DEC . 29 Boston Ballet ’ s The Nutcracker New England ’ s largest and most popular production of The Nutcracker returns with its beloved characters , sparkling costumes and
discover fall IN CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS
From charming town fairs to the rich flavors of pumpkin spice and the crisp taste of freshly made apple cider , experience a quintessential New England fall when you visit Central MA . Stroll through vibrant foliage , savor the seasonal treats , and enjoy the charm of the season in every corner of this picturesque region .
Old Sturbridge Village
EcoTarium start planning your visit at DISCOVERCENTRALMA . ORG follow us at @ DISCOVERCENTRALMA
Worcester Historic Museum
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
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