The Adams National Historical Park
The Park closed for the Season on November 10, 2009. It will reopen on April 19, 2010.
The Visitor's Center is open Wednesday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. during the winter. Visit www.nps.gov/adam for more information.
Quincy Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, February 7, 2010, 2:30 p.m.
Performing Arts Center, North Quincy High School
316 Hancock Street, North Quincy
Pianist and composer Jun Toguchi will perform with the Quincy Symphony Orchestra in concert on Sunday afternoon, February 7, at 2:30 PM. The Grieg Piano Concerto will be played under the baton of maestro Yoichi Udagawa.
The concert will be performed less than one mile outside of Boston, and will offer concert-goers an intimate and enjoyable symphonic experience with the convenience of free parking and less the burden of expensive ticket prices.
The opening works, performed by the QSO, are the Beethoven Egmont Overture and Haydn's penultimate "Drumroll" Symphony #103.
Tickets are $17 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, and $5 for children under 12 (which must be accompanied by a parent); and may be purchased at the door. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be performed at the same location on the following Tuesday evening, Feb 9, at 8:00 PM.
Visit the Quincy Symphony Orchestra online at www.quincysymphony.org or contact them by phone at 800-579-1618 or by email at quincysymphony@netscape.net.
Winter Excursion to Spectacle Island
Saturday, February 20, 2010, 10:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Boston's Best Cruises Harbor Express Terminal
703 Washington Street, Quincy
This will be a great outing to Spectacle Island. If there is snow, cross country skiing and snow shoeing will be included. If there is no snow, hiking and exploring the island with narrated tours or independent activities will be included. There is a heated visitor's center on the island. Guests can return to the boat to get warm or get a snack at their convenience.
Fares are $14 per person and will include one complementary coffee, cocoa, tea or soda. There will be a cash bar and snacks including chili, chowder, popcorn and assorted snack foods.
Any nonprofit club or group that buys 10 or more tickets will receive a check back from Boston's Best Cruises for $4.00 per person! Call 617-770-0040 for more information and reservations.
