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SUMMARY:Yankee Ingenuity
DESCRIPTION:Yankee Ingenuity begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation. Throughout the month\, local makers\, small businesses\, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation\, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity\, skill\, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes—Eat\, Move\, Play\, and Work— this event connects everyday life from the Revolutionary era through the 1830s to the present\, highlighting the businesses and industries that continue to sustain the region today. \nYankee Ingenuity: EAT | May 2 & 3 \nThe first weekend of Yankee Ingenuity begins with EAT. Culinary tradition and food production have long been a foundation of New England life. Amelia Simmons’s American Cookery (1796)\, America’s first cookbook\, will be brought to life on hearths similar to those used in her era. Guests will witness the recipes and techniques that defined early American cooking\, featuring distinctly regional ingredients like cornmeal\, pumpkin\, and cranberries that set American cuisine apart from its European roots. \nYankee Ingenuity: MOVE | May 9 & 10 \nThe challenge of transporting people\, goods\, and equipment has been an area of constant innovation in New England. From the ox to the horse\, from the canal boat to the railroad\, each advancement shaped how commerce flowed and communities connected. Discover how the region’s geography and economic needs drove creative solutions to the age-old problem of movement\, transforming local trade into networks that reached across the nation. \nYankee Ingenuity: PLAY | May 23 – 25 \nAll work and no play was not the case for New Englanders\, who brought the same ingenuity to leisure as they did to labor. From hand-crafted games and intricate puzzles to folk crafts and outdoor pastimes\, residents found creative ways to fill their free hours. These diversions weren’t just entertainment\, they reflected the values\, skills\, and social bonds that knit communities together during an era of rapid change and growth. \nYankee Ingenuity: WORK | May 30 & 31 \nLike most of America\, during formative years of the country\, New England was starved for workers\, which led to groundbreaking innovation and mechanization. The Industrial Revolution can claim a large part of its American origins right here in New England\, where water-powered mills\, interchangeable parts\, and factory systems transformed how goods were made. This drive to do more with less labor didn’t just change the economy\, it reshaped the landscape\, the workforce\, and the very nature of American work.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/yankee-ingenuity/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, 01566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:BCI's NEW Sturbridge\, MA Learning Center Sensory-Friendly Open House & Summer Carnival
DESCRIPTION:BCI is celebrating the arrival of summer and wants to share our excitement with family and friends! \n\n\nJoin us at our NEW Sturbridge Learning Center\, where we provide ABA therapy for children with autism and Down syndrome\, for fun for the whole family. \n\n\nChildren will have the opportunity to participate in sensory-friendly carnival-themed activities\, face painting with Creative Chica\, and more! \n\n**This event is free and open to the public.**
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/bcis-new-sturbridge-ma-learning-center-sensory-friendly-open-house-summer-carnival/
CATEGORIES:Special Experience
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SUMMARY:Find Your Summer Reads: Book Speed Dating
DESCRIPTION:Book Speed Dating – Find your next great read! \nThink speed dating\, but instead of talking about yourself\, you talk about that book you want to recommend to everyone. \nHow It Works: \nSign up to talk about one book – any genre – you love… or one you’re obsessed with\, confused by\, or desperate to press into someone else’s hands. \nSpend the evening sharing it with a rotating cast of fellow readers over a round of handcrafted cocktails and snacks. \nLeave the event with 29 new titles – from 29 other book lovers – to put on your summer reading list! \nYou’ll have 90 seconds at each table to pitch your pick. No swiping. No small talk. Just books.\nTickets are $10 and include one cocktail/beer/wine or non-alcoholic drink of your choice and snacks. Space is limited to just 30 people! \nThis event is sponsored by The Friends of the JHPL and Deep Roots Distillery \nPlease note: Donations to Zeffy help maintain this fee-free platform\, but they do NOT go to the Joshua Hyde Public Library and are NOT required. You can change the amount of your donation to Zeffy with the drop down menu at checkout.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/find-your-summer-reads-book-speed-dating/
LOCATION:Deep Roots Distillery USA\, 559 Main St.\, Unit 209\, Fiskdale\, 01518
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SUMMARY:Wally Hersee - To Defend All That Is Dear
DESCRIPTION:Local historian and author Walter J. “Wally” Hersee will present his recently published book\, To Defend All That Is Dear: Sturbridge Soldiers in the Revolution\, on Thursday\, May 28 at 7 PM at the Publick House in Sturbridge. \nSponsored by the Sturbridge Historical Society\, the program will explore Hersee’s research into previously overlooked Revolutionary War soldiers connected to Sturbridge\, including men omitted from monuments\, misidentified in town histories\, or lost to archival errors. \nHersee’s books will be available for sale at the event. This program is free and open to the public.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/wally-hersee-to-defend-all-that-is-dear/
LOCATION:Publick House\, 277 Main Street\, Sturbridge\, 01566
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sturbridge Historical Society":MAILTO:sgibquig@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T093000
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SUMMARY:Yankee Ingenuity
DESCRIPTION:Yankee Ingenuity begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation. Throughout the month\, local makers\, small businesses\, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation\, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity\, skill\, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes—Eat\, Move\, Play\, and Work— this event connects everyday life from the Revolutionary era through the 1830s to the present\, highlighting the businesses and industries that continue to sustain the region today. \nYankee Ingenuity: EAT | May 2 & 3 \nThe first weekend of Yankee Ingenuity begins with EAT. Culinary tradition and food production have long been a foundation of New England life. Amelia Simmons’s American Cookery (1796)\, America’s first cookbook\, will be brought to life on hearths similar to those used in her era. Guests will witness the recipes and techniques that defined early American cooking\, featuring distinctly regional ingredients like cornmeal\, pumpkin\, and cranberries that set American cuisine apart from its European roots. \nYankee Ingenuity: MOVE | May 9 & 10 \nThe challenge of transporting people\, goods\, and equipment has been an area of constant innovation in New England. From the ox to the horse\, from the canal boat to the railroad\, each advancement shaped how commerce flowed and communities connected. Discover how the region’s geography and economic needs drove creative solutions to the age-old problem of movement\, transforming local trade into networks that reached across the nation. \nYankee Ingenuity: PLAY | May 23 – 25 \nAll work and no play was not the case for New Englanders\, who brought the same ingenuity to leisure as they did to labor. From hand-crafted games and intricate puzzles to folk crafts and outdoor pastimes\, residents found creative ways to fill their free hours. These diversions weren’t just entertainment\, they reflected the values\, skills\, and social bonds that knit communities together during an era of rapid change and growth. \nYankee Ingenuity: WORK | May 30 & 31 \nLike most of America\, during formative years of the country\, New England was starved for workers\, which led to groundbreaking innovation and mechanization. The Industrial Revolution can claim a large part of its American origins right here in New England\, where water-powered mills\, interchangeable parts\, and factory systems transformed how goods were made. This drive to do more with less labor didn’t just change the economy\, it reshaped the landscape\, the workforce\, and the very nature of American work.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/yankee-ingenuity/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, 01566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Duckling and Bunny Yoga at Hardwick Winery
DESCRIPTION:Experience a morning of pure joy and mindful movement at our upcoming 🐣🐇Duckling & Bunny Yoga🌿 event! Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a first-time practitioner\, this session is designed for every body and every ability level. \nJoin us at the scenic 🍷Hardwick Winery🍷for an outdoor class that blends the calming benefits of yoga with the delightful presence of our fuzzy and feathered friends. \nOur ✨️Slow Vinyasa Flow✨️ is crafted to be inclusive and accessible\, ensuring that all levels and all mobilities can find ease and connection on the mat. \nEvent Details \n🗓Date:Saturday\, May 30th \n⏰️Time:10:00 AM – 11:00 AM \n📍Location: Hardwick Winery (Outdoor Class) \n💰Investment:** $30 per person \n💕Age Requirement: 7+ \n💕What to Expect💕 \nAt ✨️Beyond Yoga & Wellness✨️\, we believe in the power of somatic movement and the healing nature of animal-assisted wellness. This session offers: \n✨️Inclusive Movement:✨️A gentle\, slow-paced flow focused on body literacy and emotional regulation. \n✨️Animal Interaction✨️Practice your downward dog alongside adorable ducklings and bunnies! \n✨️Community & Nature:✨️ Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful winery backdrop while connecting with fellow animal lovers. \n💕Ready to find your flow?💕 \nScan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot! Space is limited\, so grab your mat and get ready for a uniquely restorative experience.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/duckling-and-bunny-yoga-at-hardwick-winery/
LOCATION:Hardwick Vineyard & Winery\, 3305 Greenwich Rd\, Hardwick\, MA\, United States\, 01082\, Hardwick\, MA\, 01082\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T093000
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SUMMARY:Yankee Ingenuity
DESCRIPTION:Yankee Ingenuity begins this May with a series of weekend programs exploring New England’s long-standing role in shaping American innovation. Throughout the month\, local makers\, small businesses\, and community partners will be featured alongside historical interpretation\, illustrating how the region’s economy has long been driven by creativity\, skill\, and practical problem-solving. Organized around four themes—Eat\, Move\, Play\, and Work— this event connects everyday life from the Revolutionary era through the 1830s to the present\, highlighting the businesses and industries that continue to sustain the region today. \nYankee Ingenuity: EAT | May 2 & 3 \nThe first weekend of Yankee Ingenuity begins with EAT. Culinary tradition and food production have long been a foundation of New England life. Amelia Simmons’s American Cookery (1796)\, America’s first cookbook\, will be brought to life on hearths similar to those used in her era. Guests will witness the recipes and techniques that defined early American cooking\, featuring distinctly regional ingredients like cornmeal\, pumpkin\, and cranberries that set American cuisine apart from its European roots. \nYankee Ingenuity: MOVE | May 9 & 10 \nThe challenge of transporting people\, goods\, and equipment has been an area of constant innovation in New England. From the ox to the horse\, from the canal boat to the railroad\, each advancement shaped how commerce flowed and communities connected. Discover how the region’s geography and economic needs drove creative solutions to the age-old problem of movement\, transforming local trade into networks that reached across the nation. \nYankee Ingenuity: PLAY | May 23 – 25 \nAll work and no play was not the case for New Englanders\, who brought the same ingenuity to leisure as they did to labor. From hand-crafted games and intricate puzzles to folk crafts and outdoor pastimes\, residents found creative ways to fill their free hours. These diversions weren’t just entertainment\, they reflected the values\, skills\, and social bonds that knit communities together during an era of rapid change and growth. \nYankee Ingenuity: WORK | May 30 & 31 \nLike most of America\, during formative years of the country\, New England was starved for workers\, which led to groundbreaking innovation and mechanization. The Industrial Revolution can claim a large part of its American origins right here in New England\, where water-powered mills\, interchangeable parts\, and factory systems transformed how goods were made. This drive to do more with less labor didn’t just change the economy\, it reshaped the landscape\, the workforce\, and the very nature of American work.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/yankee-ingenuity/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Old Sturbridge Village\, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road\, Sturbridge\, 01566\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Sturbridge Village":MAILTO:kmorrill@osv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T190000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Music of Linda Ronstadt!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a sunset concert celebrating the music of Linda Ronstadt with RONSTADT REWIND featuring American Idol Katherine Winston \nSunday May 31\, 2026 \nGates open at 4:00 PM \nConcert 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nPresale $35 Admission per car (fill-her up!) until May 24 midnight. \nAfter online or onsite $50 Admission per car \nFood trucks: Monson Tavern & Rachael’s Cookies \nPlease note: No food or beverages or coolers allowed. Bringing outside alcoholic beverages onsite is a violation of our liquor license (our livelihood). Anyone in violation will be escorted out immediately.
URL:https://experiencesturbridge.com/event/celebrate-the-music-of-linda-ronstadt/
LOCATION:Brimfield Winery\, 35 Main Street\, Brimfield\, MA\, 01010\, United States
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