10 for the Road
You can plan now to attend these weekend events, occurring within a few weeks and within a day's drive of Philadelphia.
1. Appalachian Fiddle Workshop.
Jan. 12. Montpelier, Vt. Local fiddlers lead discussions on Appalachian and old-time fiddling, demonstrate fiddling techniques, and put on a jam session. 877-343-3531;
» READ MORE: www.vtfiddleorchestra.org
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2. Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows.
Jan. 11-13. Washington, D.C. Show featuring more than 800 new models, plus vintage bikes, historical motocross displays, and motorcycle events.
» READ MORE: www.motorcycleshows.com
; 1-800-331-5706.
3. A Celebration of Twelfth Night.
Jan. 12-13. Westerly, R.I. Music, theater and festive pageantry to celebrate the end of Christmas.
» READ MORE: www.chorusofwesterly.org
; 401-596-8663.
4. 28th Annual Virginia Duals Wrestling Tournament.
Jan. 11-12. Hampton, Va. Peninsula Wrestling Association hosts the largest college and high school wrestling tournament in the world.
» READ MORE: www.virginiaduals.org
; 757-838-5650.
5. New Year's Resolution Nature Walk.
Jan. 12. Glastonbury, Conn. Interpretive nature walk through 48-acre Earle Park.
» READ MORE: www.ctaudubon.org
; 860-633-8402.
6. Philharmonic Classical Concert.
Jan. 12. Providence, R.I. Including Sibelius'
Symphony No. 5
and Brahms'
Piano Concerto in D Minor.
» READ MORE: www.riphil.org
; 401-248-7000.
7. Sunday Science: Mechanical Toys.
Jan. 13. Norwich, Vt. Design your own mechanical toy, using gears, cams, and cranks.
» READ MORE: www.montshire.org
; 802-649-2200.
8. Monster Truck Challenge and Thrill Show.
Jan. 11-12. Salem, Va. Monster trucks in action.
» READ MORE: www.salemciviccenter.com
; 540-375-3004.
9. Clay Center: Chris Botti.
Jan. 11. Charleston, W.Va. Contemporary jazz from a celebrated trumpeter.
» READ MORE: www.theclaycenter.org
; 304-561-3570.
10. Northeast Recreational Vehicle and Camping Show.
Jan. 11-13. Hartford, Conn. RVs, campers, travel trailers, conversion vans, tents, and other camping accessories on exhibit and for sale.
» READ MORE: www.northeastpromo.com
; 860-529-2123.
- Elizabeth Fox