New England Newsbriefs
Dateline: 11/03/98
New England
International Auto Show is in Boston
There's still time to catch the excitement of the New England International Auto Show at the Bayside Expo Center in Boston. This 42nd annual event offers a glimpse of what's to come in automotive technology in the 21st century. According to the Boston Herald's preview of the event, "One of the most unusual sports coupes on view has to be BMW's new M Coupe, looking like a cross between a pony car and a hatchback. The flaring fenders and squat shape, not to mention the loud two-tine interior, are sure to elicit strong reactions." You'll see all of the new 1999 cars, plus exhibits highlighting new technology. The show runs daily through this Sunday, November 8, and admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children ages 6 to 12. Children under age 6 are admitted free. Check the show Web site for directions and hours, or for more information, call toll free: 800 258-8912. A map of the exhibit hall showing locations of exhibitors is also available online.
Boston Hosts
Antiquarian Book Fair
Rare, collectible, and antiquarian books will be offered for sale by more than 140 vendors at the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair, which runs November 20-22 at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street. Some of the items available for purchase at the show will include: a first edition of The Hobbit; Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis' personal copy of JFK's Profiles in Courage; the first edition of Sports Illustrated from August, 1954, which includes 27 fold-out baseball cards of Willie Mays, Jackie Robinson and Ted Williams; an inscribed copy of a George Gershwin song book; and a copy of Nicholas Nickleby signed by Charles Dickens. Hours are Friday, November 20, from 5 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, November 21, 12 to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, November 22, 12 to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 on opening night (good for the entire weekend); Saturday and Sunday admission is $5. Directions and an A to Z list of exhibitors are available at the Book Fair's Web site. If you're not already an antique book collector, you'll also find tips on starting your own collection. For more information, call (617) 266-6540.
The World Series may be over, but The Museum of New Hampshire History in Concord is still celebrating baseball with a special exhibit now through December 6 titled, "Some Kind of Game! New Hampshire Plays Baseball." You'll "meet" the 50 Granite Staters who've made it to the major leagues, plus learn all about New Hampshire's contributions to America's favorite pastime. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday and Friday evenings 5 to 8:30 p.m., and Sundays 12 noon to 5 p.m. The museum is also open Mondays 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in December. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $2.50 for children 6 to 18, and there's a family maximum of $15. Children under 6 are admitted free. Free admission is also offered on Thursday and Friday evenings. For more information call (603) 226-3189.
1998-99 Newport
Getaway Package Program from the Newport County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Ahhh... Newport! The summer playground of the wealthy is every bit as charming in the uncrowded fall and winter. And, you'll love the special off-season package rates being offered by more than 30 Newport inns, hotels, and B&Bs. The Newport County Convention & Visitors Bureau is coordinating a central information service for "Getaway To Newport Packages," which include accommodations and breakfast for two at your choice of participating establishments, admission to one of Newport's famous mansions and museums or a narrated motorcoach tour, a complimentary color picture guidebook to Newport, and a Passport Savings Card for discounts at local restaurants and shops. Call them toll free at: 800 976-5122 for complete details.
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