NEMA Annual Conference 99th Annual NEMA Conference

THURSDAY EVENING DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES RECEPTION AT HIGHFIELD HALL & GARDENS Come enjoy some live music while sampling some of Cape Cod’s fabulous fare. We will be providing libations from a local brew master and be pouring some red, white or sparkling wine. There is something for everyone here, whether if you are a history buff, a naturalist, an art lover, or you just want to relax with some friends. You will appreciate the history of this lovingly restored 1878 mansion, while sitting by the fire with a cocktail before setting out for dinner on your own in downtown Falmouth. We are just minutes away from down town Main Street and have plenty of parking. We look forward to welcoming you to Falmouth! Hosted by Time: 5:30 –7:00 pm. Registration fee of $35 includes transportation, light refreshments, complimentary beer and wine. AN EVENING OF PLAY AT CAPE COD CHILDREN’S MUSEUM We all know the important role of play in child development, but grown-ups benefit from playtime too! Play can provide a wonderful source to fuel your imagination, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and emotional well-being. Cape Cod Children’s Museum invites you to connect with your playful self and enjoy exploration, discovery, and fun! Climb aboard our pirate ship, explore the ocean depths in a submarine, step into adventure on the green screen, try out a variety of musical instruments, create art, solve brain teaser puzzles, and so much more! Light refreshments will be served. Time: 5:30 – 7:30 pm. Registration fee of of $35 includes transportation, light refreshments and a complimentary drink. A VISIT WITH THE NIGHT WATCHMAN Each Halloween season, the 1790 Dr. Francis Wicks House in Falmouth transforms. Rooms in the historic house and in various locations on the outside grounds have lurking spirits involved with situations and scenes based on Falmouth’s history, legend, and fantasy. Visitors, in groups not exceeding six at a time, are guided around the grounds by a night watchman who is familiar with the ongoing behavior of local ghosts and memories. Consider it a haunted house with an historic message! In addition, local author Barbara Sillery will be at the venue to tell ghost stories from her book “The Haunting of Cape Cod and the Islands”. Time: 5:30 – 8:00 pm. Registration fee of $40 includes transportation, light refreshments, wine, and mulled cider. Hosted by A TASTE OF HERITAGE The fun begins at the American Art and Carousel Gallery, where you can enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Explore The Heritage Collection exhibit, featuring highlights of the permanent collection, including folk art paintings, decoy carvings, military miniatures, art glass, and more. Visit The Hundred Acre School to participate in STEM activities, craft a Halloween mask, and take a ride (or two!) on the 1908 carousel. Then stroll through the gardens to arrive at the Automobile Gallery, where you can enjoy music and dinner surrounded by a collection of American automobiles ranging from 1912-1950. Time: 6:00 –9:30 pm. Registration fee of $65 includes transportation, a buffet dinner, and cash bar. Falmouth 2017 19

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