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Boston Globe
3 days ago
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- Boston Globe
Readers share amusement park memories
edsox15 posted on I was taking a class at my gym and the instructor was talking about their upcoming family trip that will include his kids' first visit to Story Land. Everyone — and ages in the class ranged from 70ish down to early 20s — had memories of going to Story Land and we were all so happy to hear it's still around and thriving. My favorite, though, is still the water park in Saco, Maine. Growing up we always did a week camping . . . and would do a day at Splashtown. One of these summers I'm going to take a day off and make the trip — be fun to try it as an adult. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up CadiaC Advertisement posted on Another vote for Story Land. We went 25 years ago and loved it. Went last year with grandchildren and it's even better. Particularly good for the young child . . . lots of sweet kiddie rides. Fantastic water park. And there is a 'scary roller coaster' (Roar-O-Saurus) — so scary that once was enough for me! Mark123 posted on This article reminds me of the ones we lost: Whalom Park, in Lunenburg; Paragon Park, on Nantasket Beach; Pleasure Island, in Wakefield; the coasters at Revere Beach and Salisbury Beach; and [Acushnet Park] in New Bedford. Advertisement Stretch_1977 posted on Lake Compounce 'has kept pace with the times, recently re-tracking the Wildcat (built in 1927) and Boulder Dash (2000) to give the wooden coasters faster, smoother rides.' Whaaa? The old school clickety-clacky, shaky, bumpy, tooth-rattling ride is what makes ancient wooden coasters great. Modern steel coasters do all kinds of crazy twists and turns, but they feel way too safe. Nothing imparts sheer terror like that sense that the car is going airborne and the whole ramshackle, bone-jarring assembly is about to fly apart. GeoLove posted on Still on the Ball These [older] women [soccer players] have given this old athlete who wakes up stiff and in pain the encouragement to keep going on with a smile on my face ( Swan Man posted on 'Now 84, she has retired from competitive soccer . . . ' Gotta love it! Evenspar posted on Self-Acceptance Hahaha! I had no idea that I was embodying ajumma style until I saw an episode of Kim's Convenience where the young daughter donned white arm-covers and a visor and declared, 'Ajumma style!' ( Advertisement paulinlim posted on This line spoke to me: 'Becoming an ajumma is about taking power back.' It's a concept women of a certain age from all backgrounds can relate to, and should take to heart. HazelTulip posted on The menopause part of life is so freeing. No more trying to appeal to male gaze. No more young children to cater to. No more appeasing husband. No more following our parents' old-fashioned rules. No more caring what neighbors think. It's absolute freedom. I see no negatives! We put ourselves first for the first time in our lives. TeaCuppa posted on Game Day Decisions Dude, your Connections stabbed me in the heart ( Eddie Finocchiaro Marshfield I also fell in love with the Celtics on a black and white TV. I'm a little younger than the writer, so my affair started in the mid-60s. Watching a game that appeared to be played in a snowstorm — the reception was not the same as today's cable. I started going to games in the '70s and held season tickets for the length of Larry's career. Too many games and memories to recount here, but my blood runs green, and always will! Advertisement Steve6! posted on [Ross's] not once seeing the Celtics at TD Garden seems harsh. For all the nostalgia the original Garden brings, it's the team and the fans that make an atmosphere vibrant. I would watch the Celtics anywhere. Dp515 posted on People who never experienced it could never understand the experience of walking those ancient labyrinthine tunnels to arrive at the concourses and then past tall, velvet, theater-like curtains (yes) to enter an arena thick with ethereal cigarette/cigar smog (the people sitting across the court were only rumors to my child eyes). Today's experience is certainly more comfortable. That's all I'll say. shmessy5 posted on My first memories of the Celtics were listening to Johnny Most in the early '60s on my transistor radio under the covers because it was past my bedtime. Johnny was my old Boston Garden: I am still a fan, of course, but it was never the same after Johnny stopped screaming at the refs. 99999999-9 posted on CONTACT US: Write to magazine@ or The Boston Globe Magazine/Comments, 1 Exchange Place, Suite 201, Boston, MA 02109‑2132. Comments are subject to editing.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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- Yahoo
8 Things To Do This Weekend: ‘Some Like It Hot,' Meriden Daffodil Festival & Children's Trout Derby
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Looking for fun activities this weekend? We have eight ideas for you! All weekend, catch a performance of 'Some Like It Hot' at The Bushnell. It's called 'Broadway's great big musical comedy' and it's the winner of four Tony awards. Daffodil Festival returns for 45th year in Meriden Both Saturday and Sunday, celebrate spring at the Meriden Daffodil Festival with musical entertainment, kids rides, a fun parade, arts and crafts and a food tent. Arrive hungry to A Taste of Greece, a two-day food festival at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church with authentic homemade delicacies from appetizers to desserts. Lake Compounce opens Saturday for it's 179th season, celebrating roller coaster upgrades and new entertainment. The whole family will enjoy food and rides! All weekend, the young kids will really love to take a ride on Thomas the Tank Engine on his Party Tour courtesy of Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, with fun family activities. Saturday, bring the kids out to the 57th Annual Children's Trout Derby at the Milford Duck Pond, open to all kids age 15 and under. Find prizes, contests and raffles. 'Some Like it Hot' at the Bushnell until May 4 Sunday, enjoy Opening Weekend and Duck Day at Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy, a fun-filled, family-friendly event celebrating nature, conservation and some amazing birds. Meet and greet galactic characters like Storm Troopers at the Mystic Aquarium's 'May the Fourth Be With You' themed celebration on Sunday. Take part in cool activities. Here's an extra: Foxwoods Resort Casino is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party on Saturday night. Please send information about future events to Have a great weekend, everyone! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
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- Yahoo
3 popular New England attractions under new ownership
(WPRI) — Several longstanding New England attractions, including Story Land and Lake Compounce, have changed hands. Herschend announced earlier this month that it is acquiring 20 entertainment properties from Palace Entertainment. The 20 entertainment properties, which include amusement parks, water parks, campgrounds and hotels, are located in the United States. Parques Reunidos, Palace Entertainment's parent company, opted to sell the properties so it can focus on its core European market. 'We look forward to building upon the strong foundation that Palace Entertainment has created and welcoming these properties and hosts into the Herschend family of brands,' Herschend CEO Andrew Wexler said. 'The teams at these parks have done an incredible job building beloved destinations in their communities, and we look forward to learning from them, growing together, and building on their success.' 'This is an exciting opportunity for all of us to continue creating exceptional experiences for guests and meaningful opportunities for our teams,' he continued. Herschend is taking ownership of several historic New England attractions, including New Hampshire's Story Land and Water Country, as well as Connecticut's Lake Compounce. 'Being a family business for 75 years has given us a deep understanding of what makes properties like these special—not just the rides and attractions, but the people who pour their hearts into them every day,' said Chris Herschend, chairman of Herschend's Board of Directors. 'These historic and beloved properties have been family traditions for generations, and we are honored to help carry that legacy forward.' The New England attractions Herschend is acquiring have been entertaining families for generations. Story Land and Water Country both celebrated their 70th and 40th anniversaries respectively, and Lake Compounce, which opened in 1846, is the oldest continuously operated amusement park in the country. No immediate changes are in the works for any of the entertainment properties, though enhancements to each one will be explored over the coming months. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
