Things To Do In Westford

The Butterfly Place

Admission for Two at The Butterfly Place (40% Off)

Get up-close views of colorful butterflies as they flutter and sip nectar from the vibrant plants growing throughout the indoor atrium

Westford

$25 $15

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One Ticket for Night Skiing at Nashoba Valley Ski (34% Off)

Nashoba Valley Ski Area

Westford

Skiers take to the slopes surrounded by a snowy forest glowing with lights

$38 $25

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Five Barre Classes at Ta-Dah! Studio of Dance (56% Off)

Ta-dah! Studio Of Dance

Westford

Beginner-friendly barre classes combine Pilates and ballet movement for a single full-body workout from certified instructors

$50 $22

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$29 for 18 Holes of Virtual Golf for Two at Chip Shots Bar & Grill ($60 Value)

Chip Shots Bar & Grill

Littleton

PGA-licensed golf simulators project 29 real-life courses on two 10’x12’ screens; menu of bar food such as nachos, pizza, and sandwiches

$60 $29

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Two Personal Training Sessions at Body by Design (45% Off)

Body By Design

Westford

Experience a new dimension in training that torches body fat and builds muscle with our signature training method

$80 $44

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10 Fitness Classes at The Studio's Group Fitness Facility (44% Off)

The Studio's Group Fitness Facility

Ayer

Certified instructors teach yoga, kickboxing, and Insanity group classes

$90 $50

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Witch's Woods
With three haunted houses, a spooky hayride, and a bustling carnival, Witch?s Woods is a Halloween theme park that rises from the mist for only one month a year. Ferried along by a sputtering tractor, Haunted Hayride passengers cower for 14 grueling minutes as they are assailed from all sides by zombies, werewolves, and ghouls. At the end of the ride, three paths lead to additional attractions, including Castle Morbid, in which medieval spirits chase interlopers through the halls and into the depths of the deep, where it becomes increasingly apparent that the weapons that once kept intruders out are now employed to keep them in. Nightmare Mansion is inhabited by a cursed family whose eternal life has left them as withered husks driven insane with rage at visitors who still possess the ability to die. The final path leads to the 3-D Keeper?s Crypt, where the undead shamble and scream as they pursue their prey, and where the walls themselves seem to be closing in. A creepy carnival awaits survivors with rides, games, and more attractions. The Horrorwood Chamber of Chills puts favorite Halloween and horror-movie characters on display, including such icons as Frankenstein, Freddy Krueger, and Mary Shelley?s original version of Shrek. Meanwhile, the Jack O? Lantern Jamboree displays rows upon rows of professional carved pumpkins, eerily glowing at self-guided passersby.
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79 Power Rd
Westford,
MA
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One Stop Fun
One Stop Fun grants children and parents alike a lighthearted escape from the rigors of daily tasks and chores with a multicolored jungle gym, kid-sized climbing wall, and entertaining pool area. A three-story indoor playground's plastic tubes fill with toddlers and oversized bank transfers traveling between a collection of ball pits and bouncy bridges. Inside another room, primary-colored handholds protrude from a graphite-hued climbing wall that lets children safely explore its 40-foot surface with a maximum height of 8 feet. The fun center also lends out its facilities for birthday parties and other gatherings. For more organized activity, USAG-certified gymnastics instructors teach tumbling as part of a programs portfolio that also instills coordination and discipline with karate and dance classes. As children play and learn, adult chaperones can lunch at the snack bar or take advantage of conveniences such as complimentary WiFi for staying in touch and a changing area for concealing the secret identities of super children.
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49 Power Rd
Westford,
MA
US
The Butterfly Place
As visitors step into the balmy gardens of The Butterfly Place, they may feel as though they are ?walking into a floating garden . . . as if they are being carried as well.? That was the experience of a Wicked Local writer who visited the seasonal indoor sanctuary, which houses both local butterflies and tropical species culled from around the world. As the butterflies freely wing about the sanctuary, koi fish swim through serene ponds along the winding pathway, and quail waddle and moonwalk through myriad species of colorful flora. Those who find that watching the butterflies sip nectar incites their own hunger can take a break at the outdoor picnic area and nibble on any snacks they may have brought along.
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120 Tyngsboro Rd.
Westford,
MA
US
Harvard Academy of Dance
Harvard Academy of Dance's encouraging movement masters foster dance skills and fitness training in amblers of all ages and agility levels. The three toe-tapping and core-tightening adult class options run on a weekday schedule, allowing participants weekends off to work on their inner six-packs. Customers looking to shed pounds with hip moves can participate in Zumba classes, which combine elements of Latin dance, aerobics, and offshore fishing techniques, and those wishing to expand strength and flexibility can opt for yoga. Alternately, Latin American salsa classes provide a sensual quick-stepping workout perfect for catching the peripherally masked eye of sword-wielding marauders.
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285 Ayer Road
Harvard,
MA
US
AeroBalloon
Aeroballoon elevates adventurous patrons and their spirits 40 stories over the greater Massachusetts area in a tethered 20-passenger helium balloon. Cloud whisperers step into the gondola and strap on belt-like harnesses before a gentle liftoff, and their dirigible floats skyward at the relaxed pace of a sloth's kite. Riders relax and drink in the sights of Massachusetts and the rolling landscapes that encompass it. A high-tension cable connects the balloon to the ground at all times and offers a one-of-a-kind experience that cannot be re-created by bribing gravity to go on a 15-minute coffee break.
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400 Littleton Road
Westford,
MA
US
Nashoba Paddler
Nashoba Paddler traverses the bends and twists of the mighty Nashua River and its tributaries, giving tourists a view of the wild from the safety of rental canoes and kayaks. Soak up some natural vitamin D and ripple the wave tattoos on your triceps during a full day of paddling in Old Town river vessels. Before shoving off onto the waterway, experienced guides can provide field guides, maps, and safety and paddling advice, as well as tips for fun routes and how to harmonize on wildlife motets. Then explorers can solemnly begin shoving paddles into the Nashua and floating through habitats ranging from woodsy bends to marshy areas replete with swans and herons eager to perform splish-splash acrobatics. Nashoba Paddler is open through June 20 on weekends and holidays from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and on weekdays by appointment.
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398 West Main Street
Groton,
MA
US

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Walking the Freedom Trail

It is so easy to miss out on the tourist attractions in the city where you live. As a visitor, your focus can be on getting to know a place in just a few days, while at home, there is work to finish, laundry to be done, and friends to see, and sometimes that doesn’t leave much space for playing the tourist on your home turf. After spending some time living and traveling in France, I realized the benefits of really bringing the perspective of a tourist to your own city, and since coming back to Boston I’ve been trying to bring a little more “staycation” into our time at home. In that vein, my husband and I recently walked the Freedom Trail, the path connecting 16 important historical sites from Boston Common to Charlestown’s Bunker Hill Monument. It was something I hadn’t done since grade school, and it was just right for a day as a tourist in our own town. A line of red bricks marks the path, and you can follow this line for a self-guided tour. Brochures describing the significance of the various stops are available at the visitor’s center, and can also be downloaded from the Freedom Trail website. We splurged for a spot with the colonial-costumed and be-wigged tour guide – he was worth the ticket price ($11 each for adults, $7 for children under 12). We heard lots of interesting historical facts, plus some hilarious stories about personalities like Sam Adams, and that one time that the Granary Burying Ground gave way and someone fell into a crypt (yikes!). A mix of morbid and fascinating, the Granary Burying Ground was a highlight, and is a testament to Boston’s long history. Many of the gravestones are elaborately engraved, and several well-known historical figures, including Sam Adams, John Hancock, and Paul Revere, are buried here. Stops along the red brick line include the oldest public school in the country, the site of the Boston Massacre, and Paul Revere’s house. Guided tours focus on a section of the route, with many exploring the area from the Common to Faneuil Hall while others focus on the North End. There is also a guided tour featuring African-Americans involved in the Revolutionary War, and of course, a historic pub crawl! Sign me up! For more details and to sign up for any of the Freedom Trail Tours, visit the website. Want to discover even more? Check out other things to do in Boston.
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Things to Do in Boston: Saturday, August 9 to Friday, August 15

This week’s lineup begins and ends with nostalgia, from a classic summer fair to a '90s-flashback cruise. In between, you can take in live outdoor theater, learn to line dance, and sample coffee-infused cocktails. Don’t forget to check Groupon first for more cool things to do in Boston. The Bolton Fair Lancaster | Saturday, August 9–Sunday, August 10 Although the 132-year-old event advertises itself as “an old-fashioned agricultural fair,” it certainly embraces modernity. Case in point: the larger-than-life monster trucks and local rock bands. But don’t worry, there’s plenty of classic carnival rides, adorable animals, and oxen pulls to satisfy traditionalists. (318 Seven Bridge Rd., Lancaster; $10; buy tickets here) Shakespeare on the Common: Twelfth Night Downtown | Sunday, August 10, 7 p.m. Don’t miss the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s last performance of Twelfth Night, William Shakespeare’s merry comedy that centers on love, shipwrecks, and cross-dressing. (Parkman Bandstand in Boston Common; free) Faneuil Hall Marketplace's Hoedown at the Hall Financial District | Sunday, August 10, noon Break out the cowboy boots and spurs for Sunday’s kid-friendly hoedown at Faneuil Hall. Attendees can play corn hole, learn to line dance, listen to live country music, or marvel at the whip tricks of Jack the Whipper. (4 S. Market St.; free) SoonSpoon Caffeinated Cocktails Pop-Up Seaport District | Tuesday, August 12, 6:30 p.m. Who says cocktails make you sleepy? Audubon’s Tyler Wang joins forces with Josh Gerber and Hannah Epstein of 1369 Coffee House to shake up three caffeinated cocktails that bring out the vibrant, earthy flavors of various javas. (WeWork Fort Point, 51 Melcher St.; $30; buy tickets here) Saved by the Boat 2014 Financial District | Friday, August 15, 8 p.m. Social Boston Sports is bringing back big hair, scrunchies, and Hammer pants for a '90s-themed cruise. The all-night event begins with an optional karaoke pre-party at Hong Kong Boston (65 Chatham St.) and ends with an after party at Howl at the Moon (184 High St.). The cruise itself features a cash bar and a dance floor fueled by '90s hits. (Cruise departs from Rowes Wharf; $30; buy tickets here) Bolton Fair image from Facebook; Shakespeare on the Common image from Madeleine Ball (Flickr)
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Things to Do in Boston: Week of June 30, 2014

This week’s all about the good ol’ US of A. Celebrate an all-American art form during hip-hop trivia, partake in a Fourth of July fireworks tradition, or learn more about our country’s revolutionary founders during an interactive scavenger hunt. Don’t forget to check Groupon for more things to do in Boston. Hip-Hop Trivia at Moksa Cambridge | Tuesday, July 1, 8 p.m. Do you remember when Snoop Lion was Snoop Dogg? When Diddy was Puff Daddy? When Jay-Z was precocious kindergartner Shawn Carter? If so, you’ll probably fare well at Moksa’s hip-hop trivia night. While you’re showing off your old-school street cred, partake in Moksa’s all-you-can-eat sushi special for just $15 until 10 p.m. (450 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge; free) The Beach Boys at the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular The Esplanade | Friday, July 4, 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, 8 p.m. This event has been rescheduled due to weather. It wouldn’t be Fourth of July in Boston without fireworks on the riverbank. Come for this year’s legendary special guests, The Beach Boys, and stay for an unforgettable fireworks display paired with a live patriotic soundtrack from the Boston Pops Orchestra. Come early for prime seating. (DCR Hatch Memorial Shell, 47 David G. Mugar Way; free) Uncharted Revolution Scavenger Hunt Boston Common | Saturday, July 5, and Sunday, July 6, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Boston’s rich revolutionary history makes Independence Day all the more resonant. In honor of the holiday, Boston Uncharted has designed an interactive scavenger hunt that takes players through the city’s historical sites. Players of all ages can take the side of rebel spies or patrolling redcoats and compete for prizes. (The hunt begins at the Boston Common; $15; buy tickets here)
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