Thanksgiving Fun in the Boston Region
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The usual flow of Science Center denizens is interrupted yesterday afternoon by a reclining, costumed Jake C. Levine ‘06, who urged them to “go cold turkey” and sign a pledge to turn off their computers this Thanksgiving break.
Staying at Harvard for the holiday? You can still get a break from campus this Thanksgiving weekend. The Boston region is full of fall fun for you.
• For a classic New England Thanksgiving, head out to Old Sturbridge Village near Worcester. Throughout the long weekend, events like "Roasting Meat on a String" and "Meet the Oxen in Training" will bring you back to the old days. It may be a long trek, but the roasted turkey, broiled Boston scrod, and candied pecans should be worth your time.
• Extend your Thanksgiving feast on a Black Friday dinner cruise around Boston Harbor on Friday.
• Hit up the Stone Zoo, accessible by MBTA bus, to see your favorite animals half-price on Friday, or come at night for ZooLights, the annual holiday lights display that opens on Thanksgiving.
• On the very day after Thanksgiving, it's time to turn your thoughts to Christmas. The Boston Ballet's rendition of "The Nutcracker" opens on Friday.
• Have your oysters and eat them too. Drop by the North End Fish Market for the weekly free shucking lesson from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
• The rock band Trans-Siberian Orchestra is stopping at the TD Garden on Sunday on its national tour.
• Watch a restored version of the classic movie "Mary Poppins" at Arlington's Regent Theatre on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, and use on-screen lyrics to sing along to the timeless tunes. Be sure to dress up as your favorite character!
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