April 2, 2009
- November 1, 2009
The Wayside Inn's water-powered Grist Mill opened on Thanksgiving Day, 1929 and is still used to grind the corn and wheat used for baking at the Wayside Inn. Open April through October, Wednesday through Sunday from 9AM to 5PM. Staffed by a trained interpreter, with grinding demonstrations on weekends. Call ahead advised.
April 22, 2009
- September 23, 2009
Every Wednesday, beginning at 7PM, through Wednesday, September 24th. The Ancient Order of Fife and Drum perform traditional Colonial music dating from the 18th and early 19th century, on the lawn in front of the Wayside Inn. Come and enjoy a traditional dinner of classic New England cuisine and watch the costumed musicians until dusk. Call ahead advised.
May 14, 2009
A classic New England one-room school, dating from 1798 and once part of the public school system in Sterling, Massachusetts. Staffed by trained interpreter with information pertaining to the schooling traditions of rural New England towns in the late 18th and early 19th century. Open mid May through mid October, Thursday through Sunday from 11:30AM to 5PM. Call ahead advised.
July 2, 2009
Thursdays, 7:30pm to 10pm. Free.
Join us every Thursday for an evening of quiet guitar and rhythmic folk melodies by local musician Steve Roberson. Food service extended until 9pm in one of the coziest gathering spots at the Inn. For more information about Steve's music, visit www.steveroberson.com.
July 7, 2009
Tuesday, 7pm in the Martha-Mary Chapel
Founded in 1990, Quintessential Brass has performed across New England. Members of the group have performed individually with well-known orchestras and musicians around the world. Though originally formed to play brass classics, their common love for jazz and popular music has led Quintessential Brass to push the role of the brass quintet to the limit—and beyond!
Tickets are $14. Special dinner package for $37.95 includes dinner, concert, strawberry shortcake, tax, and gratuity. Reserve by calling 978/443-1776.
July 13, 2009
Monday, 10am to 2pm, $60 per child
Colonial Kids Day will whisk your child back into the days of the little red schoolhouse, hoops, and horn books. Children ages 8 and up will be treated to a taste of life as a child in Colonial America. Schoolmarms “Miss Sue” and “Miss Janet” will delight each participant with a colonial-child’s hat and apron, stories and light lessons in the Redstone Schoolhouse, colonial games and an array of arts and crafts such as “silver engraving”, embroidery, stenciling, writing with a quill pen, and horn book making. The day will also include a hot lunch in one of the Wayside Inn’s historic dining rooms, complete with a lesson in simple table manners.
Reservations required and limited to 20 participants. Phone 978/443-1776 for reservations and more information.
July 14, 2009
7pm in the Martha-Mary Chapel
This award-winning duo performs a unique and thrilling blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and dance, along with original songs and poetry. The highly praised husband-wife duo blends gorgeous vocals with an astonishing array of instruments including the mountain dulcimer, old-time banjo, tin whistle, guitar, limberjack, mandolin, harmonica, and more!
Tickets are $14. Special dinner package for $37.95 includes dinner, concert, strawberry shortcake, tax, and gratuity. Reserve by calling 978/443-1776.
July 14, 2009
Tuesday, 5:00pm to 7:30pm, $100 per child
“Which butter plate is mine?” “How do I cut this? “I don’t know what to say!” Dinnertime brings its share of awkward moments for children. The ABCs of Dining Etiquette will teach children ages 8-11 to be comfortably polite at any table. Topics will include setting a table, handling silverware, cutting meat, restaurant etiquette, and more. Etiquette consultant Janet Parnes, trained by the Protocol School of Washington, will conduct the workshop.
Reservations required and limited to 20 participants. Phone (978) 443-1776 for reservations and more information.
July 20, 2009
Monday, 5:00pm to 7:30pm, $100 per child
“Which butter plate is mine?” “How do I cut this? “I don’t know what to say!” Dinnertime brings its share of awkward moments for children. The ABCs of Dining Etiquette will teach children ages 8-11 to be comfortably polite at any table. Topics will include setting a table, handling silverware, cutting meat, restaurant etiquette, and more. Etiquette consultant Janet Parnes, trained by the Protocol School of Washington, will conduct the workshop.
Reservations required and limited to 20 participants each day. Phone (978) 443-1776 for reservations and more information.
July 21, 2009
7pm in the Martha-Mary Chapel Matt and Shannon Heaton combine passionate singing and stunning instrumentation using acoustic guitar, bouzouki, and Irish flute. Their appealing show moves from imaginative, traditional-sounding originals to centuries-old Irish ballads that sound modern. Their songs move masterfully from full harmony singing to driving wood flute riffs to lush guitar lines, creating a layered, modern sound. The Boston Globe called their 2006 CD Blue Skies Above, "masterful and inventive."
Tickets are $14. Special dinner package for $37.95 includes dinner, concert, strawberry shortcake, tax, and gratuity. Reserve by calling 978/443-1776
July 22, 2009
Wednesday, 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Join us under the Wayside Inn's festive canopy tent for free entertainment and family fun. A cash bar and delicious Wayside Inn barbeque will be available for a small fee. The Ancient Order of Fife and Drum will provide dramatic entertainment for visitors, with the addition of Irish entertainers Mulligan's Fancy. Reservations are not required. Come as you are! Bring your appetite and your dancing shoes!
July 28, 2009
7pm in the Martha-Mary Chapel Performing since 1996, the Squirrel’s repertoire includes traditional New Orleans jazz and old fashioned “good time” music. The appeal of their music, primarily from the roaring 20s era, reaches audiences of all ages as it reflects a spirit of optimism and spontaneity. Strutting their stuff and offering a number of sing-along medleys, the band welcomes audience participation!
Tickets are $14. Special dinner package for $37.95 includes dinner, concert, strawberry shortcake, tax, and gratuity. Reserve by calling 978/443-1776
July 29, 2009
Wednesday, 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Join us under the Wayside Inn's festive canopy tent for free entertainment and family fun on. A cash bar and delicious Wayside Inn barbeque will be available for a small fee. The Ancient Order of Fife and Drum will provide dramatic entertainment for visitors on each Wednesday, along with acoustic guitarist Steve Roberson. Reservations are not required. Come as you are! Bring your appetite and your dancing shoes!
August 16, 2009
Sunday, 12pm to 3pm
Dozens of Ford Model-A cars will be displayed, rain or shine, near the Wayside Inn's dramatic canopy tent on. Many of the automobiles' owners will be costumed and ready to tell the stories of these fabulous vehicles. During the event, the Model-A Ford Club of America is sponsoring a special concert featuring a fully restored 1897 Carousel Organ from 1pm to 3pm. Delicious barbeque will be available throughout the event, featuring a variety of family favorites cooked by Wayside Inn kitchen staff for a small fee. Cash bar available. Admission to the event is free and reservations are not required.
August 18, 2009
Tuesday, 10am to 2pm, $60 per child
Colonial Kids Day will whisk your child back into the days of the little red schoolhouse, hoops, and horn books. Children ages 8 and up will be treated to a taste of life as a child in Colonial America. Schoolmarms “Miss Sue” and “Miss Janet” will delight each participant with a colonial-child’s hat and apron, stories and light lessons in the Redstone Schoolhouse, colonial games and an array of arts and crafts such as “silver engraving”, embroidery, stenciling, writing with a quill pen, and horn book making. The day will also include a hot lunch in one of the Wayside Inn’s historic dining rooms, complete with a lesson in simple table manners.
Reservations required and limited to 20 participants each day. Phone 978/443-1776 for reservations and more information.
April 19, 2010
Starting at old Sudbury Center in front of the Grange, this volunteer re-enactment group traces the original steps taken by the Sudbury Militia of April 19th, 1775, when they were led by Lt. Col. and innkeeper Ezekiel Howe to the battle that began the Revolutionary War!
