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Music in Massachusetts

When people think about music in Massachusetts — they think Tanglewood — or the Boston Symphony Orchestra –or the Boston Pops Orchestra — and all with good reason — fantastic music. But music in Massachusetts is much more widespread. Many … Continue reading

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Looking for a little spring on a snowy day? Try Magic Wings!

Being an Inn located in Petersham has advantages and disadvantages. We are an attractive destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts but often times potential visitors think there will not be enough to do in Central Massachusetts. The result is … Continue reading

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Fresh Snow–a perfect opportunity for Cross Country Skiing

Central Massachusetts has a fresh covering of snow this morning making it a perfect day to go cross country skiing. The book “Skiing the Pioneer Valley” provides a list of great places for cross-country skiing. This includes 8 Cross Country … Continue reading

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Central Massachusetts is a Winter Wonderland

Winter is a great time for hiking — or if the snow gets too deep–for snow shoeing. This last week I was lucky enough to squeeze in two wonderful hikes, Bear’s Den in New Salem and Doane’s Falls in Royalston. … Continue reading

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Perfect Weather for Snowshoeing in the North Quabbin Area

If you’re looking for a quiet weekend to escape all the hustle and bustle of a commercial Christmas, try heading out to the North Quabbin Area for a quiet weekend. There are lots of parks with great snowshoeing trails. The … Continue reading

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Christmas is coming to Petersham!

Petersham, a small town in the center of Massachusetts, celebrates Christmas in a big way.   The town celebrates with music and festivities, a gentle way to ease yourself into the holiday spirit.  Coming up this weekend on Sunday December 6th … Continue reading

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Beauty and the Beast at the new Eagle Hill Cultural Center

Petersham is a small town of less than 1300 people and Hardwick out neighbor to the south is similar. But, Hardwick has an exciting new Culture Center at Eagle Hill School that is filling it’s 463 seat theater with The … Continue reading

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Exciting things are happening at Eagle Hill in Hardwick, MA

This past weekend, Eagle Hill once again hosted a parents weekend, but this one was really special. It was the grand opening of The Cultural Center at Eagle Hill in the brand new Abby Theater. A Gala with Jane Monheit … Continue reading

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