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FOUNDERS' WEEKEND
CELEBRATION
2007

 

COME ENJOY THE FUN

PLEASE NOTE: THE SCHEDULE AND ACTIVITIES ARE STILL SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Friday,September 28


CHUCK WAGON MAC Sponsored by Federal House Inn

A replica mid-1800's chuck wagon with all the antiques and cowboy gear that were found in the Old West cattle camps.

* The cowboy legacy display
* Hands-on visual displays
* Stories, historic trivia and lectures

Location: Rose Cottage - Main Street


 
 

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sidewalk Sale

Ben's Clothing
Location: 68 Main Street


 

Visit Us

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Giant Porch Sale!

50-75% off all items - unique, beautiful, many one time opportunities.

Location: Karen Keenan Gifts & Home


 
 

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
CreativeLee VII

Works of art by local artists celebrating Lee Library's 100th anniversary
Location: Lee Library, 100 main Street


 
 

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Pirates of the Caribbean

Supervised Bounce House free to all children under 12
Location: Carr Hardware


 
 

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our Kids, inc.

A program to provide leisure, recreational and social programs for the "special needs" individuals in our area schools. Crafts are made by members and sold at sidewalk sales to support our programs.
Location: Park side of Town Hall


 
 

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
ST. MARY'S PUMPKIN & MUM SALE

BAKED GOODS TABLE AS WELL!
Location: behind St. Mary's Church


 

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Lee High Girls Volleyball Booster Club

Serving hot chocolate from High Lawn Farm, hot apple cider from Bartlett's Apple Orchard, candy & carmel apples from Windy Hill Farm and pumpkin soup from Pauline's Catering. Plus a bake sale.
Location: In front of the Mortgage/Fax store on Main Street


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Taste Of Lee

Local restaurants selling samples on Main Street. Music. Taste the best of Lee!
Location: Main Street


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
St. Mary's Bake/Food Sale

Assorted foods including fried dough
Location: Kelly Funeral Home lawn


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Face Painting and Food Table

The Lee Elementary Drama Club will be painting faces and serving food during the Taste of Lee.
Location: Lee 5 & 10


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Strawberry Shortcake Sale

Lee High School Jr. Varsity Cheerleaders will be selling Strawberry Shortcake
Location: Lucky Nails


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
LYA fundraiser

T-shirt and Bake Sale
Location: Paradise Island


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tastefully Simple

Jen Barbeau will be selling delicious, prepared foods
Location: Bucky's


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Payayiotis Grill & Pizzaria

Delicious offerings from our menu
Location: 54 Main St.


 
 

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Lady Wildcats Lady Soccer Booster Club Raffle

Lottery Soccer Ball, Taste of Berkshires Basket, Beauty Basket, etc.
Location: Main St.


 
 

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Soup and Bread

Two kinds of soup and crusty bread served up by the First Congregational Church of Lee.
Location: Memorial Hall Corner


 
 

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Greylock Federal Credit Union

"Historic Photos" Come get your photo taken!
Location: Main St. branch of Greylock Federal


 
 

6:00 PM
Tap Dancing on Main Street

Bob Vincent taps his way up and down Main Street.
Location: Main Street


 

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
North End Founders' Celebration

Join Henry's Electric and the touring Viking Chef group for live cooking demonstration and delectable free appetizers.
Location: Lee Hardware parking lot


 
 

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
North End Founders Celebration,Locker Room events

Come enjoy the band Evan Rude, (Mic Eisenberg, Bob Bowers and Chopper Farina),pizza by the slice and domestic draft specials
Location: Lee Hardware parking lot


 
 

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Housatonic Philharmonic Band Sponsored by Country Curtains

Bluegrass and historical music.
Location: Dresser-Hull Front Porch, Main Street


 

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Parade of the Pumpkins Sponsored by Mortgage/Fax

Bring your carved pumpkins to the steps of the First Congregational Church. 1st prize - $250, 2nd prize - $150, 3rd prize - $100.
Location: Park Place


 
 

7:30 PM
Robin O'Herin

Listen to acoustic blues and gospel at the First Church Coffee House. $7.50 at the door; proceeds support the church.
Location: First Church Coffee House


 
 

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sullivan Station

Vocal entertainment with Joey Palermo
Location: Sullivan Station


 
 

9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Alberto's at The Grind

Live acoustic music, beer, wine and snacks by firelight!
Location: The Lawn of the Grind, 62 West Center St.


 
Saturday,September 29
 


Prime Outlets Sale

All day long!
Location: Prime Outlets Water Street


 


CHUCK WAGON MAC Sponsored by Federal House Inn

A replica mid-1800's chuck wagon with all the antiques and cowboy gear that were found in the Old West cattle camps.

* The cowboy legacy display
* Hands-on visual displays
* Stories, historic trivia and lectures

Location: Rose Cottage - Main Street


 
 

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tea Time Ceramics

"Make and Take" Booth,which will include completed ceramics along with projects to be done on sight.
Location: Town Park


 
 

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lee Historical Society

Will be selling pictures, cookbooks, magnets, and copies of "Historical Lee" a book as a tribute to the late Betty Dennis. Will also be displaying old pictures and memorabilia of Lee.
Location: Main St., Town Hall


 

Visit Us

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Giant Porch Sale!

50 - 75% off all items! Unique, beautiful, many one time opportunities
Location: Karen Keenan Gifts & Home , 151 Main St.


 
 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tastefully Simple

Jen Barbeau will be selling delicious, prepared foods
Location: Bucky's


 
 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sea my Creations

Hand crafted by Diane Bartow of Otis
Location: Town Park


 
 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Pottery in the Park by Linda

Selling hand made pottery and displaying antique pottery
Location: Town Park


 
 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Josephines Helium Balloons and Novelties

Balloons and Novelties for sale
Location: Main St.


 
 

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Lady Wildcats Lady Soccer Booster Club Raffle

Lottery Soccer Ball, Taste of Berkshires Basket, Beauty Basket, etc.
Location: Main St.


 
 

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sidewalk Sale

Ben's Clothing
Location: 68 Main Street


 
 

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ice Cream Giveaway Sponsored by Dresser-Hull

Sponsored by Dresser-Hull Lumber in front of their Main St. Windows & Doors location.
Location: Main St.


 
 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
TAG SALE!

Come to the First Congregational Church and poke around. You may find something you like.
Location: Park


 
 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Cookie Sale

Presented by the First Congregational Church of Lee
Location: Park


 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Lee High Girls Volleyball Booster Club

Serving hot chocolate from High Lawn Farm, hot apple cider from Bartlett's Apple Orchard, candy & carmel apples from Windy Hill Farm and pumpkin soup from Pauline's Catering. Plus a bake sale.
Location: In front of the Mortgage/Fax store on Main Street


 
 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CreativeLee VII

Works of art by local artists celebrating Lee Library's 100 year anniversary
Location: Lee LIbrary


 

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
First Congregational Church Tour

View the inside of this beautiful church built in mid 19th century.$5.00 donation to go to building improvement campaign,children under 12 are free
Location: 25 Park Place


 
 

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Boy Scout Troop #3 food table

Boy Scout Troop 3, selling popcorn, hamburgers, hot dogs, sausage grinders and water.
Location: Kelly Funeral Home


 
 

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tri-Town Rotary Duck Race Ticket

The Tri-Town Rotary will be selling tickets for Sunday's "Duck Race."
Location: Greylock Federal Credit Union Main Street


 
 

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Our Kids Inc.

A program to provide leisure, social and recreational programs for the "special needs" individuals in our area schools.Crafts are made by members and sold at sidewalk sales to support our programs.
Location: Park side of Town Hall


 
 

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cub Scout Pack 45 popcorn stand

Cub Scout Pack 45, selling popcorn
Location: Lee Power and Equipment


 
 

10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Pirates of the Caribbean

Supervised Bounce House free to all children under 12. Free Slushee drinks and popcorn all day, free prizes for the kids. Balloons and Pirate Booty.
Location: Carr Hardware


 
 

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
ST. MARY’S PUMPKIN & MUM SALE

BAKED GOODS TABLE AS WELL!
Location: behind St. Mary's Church


 
 

10:27 AM - 11:32 AM
Berkshire Scenic Railway Train Rides

Morning scenic train ride between Sullivan Station and Stockbridge Station. $2.00 off regular adult ticket price.
Location: Sullivan Station


 

11:00 AM
VFW POST 893 PARADE

Parade sponsored by the Lee VFW Post 893. Chairman for the parade is Aldo Pascucci, 413-243-1113
Location: Main Street


 
 

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Italian Fest

Lee Son's of Italy will be in the Park under the tent providing sausage and meatball grinders, cannolis and cookies. Come enjoy the fun!
Location: Park


 
 

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lee Recycling Committee

Recycling bins. Educational material. Contact Ann Sterlin.
Location: Juice n' Java


 
 

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lee Land Trust

Lee Land Trust will be at Ben's Clothing porch promoting membership, providing information and selling postcards of Lee.
Location: Ben's Clothing


 
 

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Face Painting and Food Table

The Lee Elementary Drama Club will be painting faces and serving food. Help support their activities.
Location: Lee 5 & 10


 
 

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Arizona Pizza Founders Celebration

Come Celebrate the weekend at one of Lee's most attractive places to eat. Meet us under the tent for food and beer. Live music series and childrens games.
Location: 51 Park St., Lee ,MA


 
 

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Payayiotis Grill & Pizzaria

Delicious offerings from our menu
Location: 54 Main St.


 
 

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Blood Pressure Checks

The Lee VNA will gladly check your blood pressure.
Location: Park


 
 

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
St. George's Womens Ministries Pie Fest

Whole pies for sale, Apple or Pumpkin by the slice with a beverage
Location: St. George's Church, 20 Franklin St.


 
 

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lee Historic Commission Walking Tour

Meet at the Lee Chamber of Commerce Information Booth at the park.Walk & Talk through historic Main St. buildings.
Location: Town Park


 
 

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Story Telling

Come join Elmo, Oscar The Grouch, Winnie the Pooh, Beauty and the Beast and Spiderman and have them tell you a story.
Location: Lee Hardware, 221 Main St.


 
 

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Greylock Federal Credit Union

"Historic" Photos, Come get your photo taken!
Location: Main St. branch Greylock Federal


 
 

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free Balloon Animals

Balloon animal artist delights kids of all ages
Location: Greylock Federal Credit Union, Main St.


 
 

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
"Meet the Artist"

Berkshire artist Leonard Weber will be on our porch with his Main Street prints
Location: Karen Keenan Gifts & Home, 151 Main St.


 
 

1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Alberto's at The Grind

Bring your blankets & chairs for a party! Join us for food, spirits, singing and dancing to the sounds of the Berkshire's very own"Bootleg."! Menu: Steamers, Burgers, Hot Dogs,Hot and sweet Sausage Sauteed Peppers & Onions, Pulled Pork, Coleslaw, Beer, Wine & Soft Drinks, And FOR THE KIDS Bouncy Bounce & Pumpkin Painting and Face Painting.
Location: The Lawn of the Grind, 62 West Center Street


 
 

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Robin O'Herin Sponsored by Lee Cultural Council

2006 Memphis Blues Challenge Finalist Robin O'Herin will play her special brand of Delta Blues & more.
Location: Juice n' Java


 
 

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Eagles Stage Band Sponsored by Applegate B&B

Featuring sounds from the Big Band era
Location: Gazebo, near the post office


 
 

2:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Pig Roast

Come see and taste our roasted pig. Pig roast will start in the wee hours and be ready to enjoy at 2:30 pm. Sandwiches $4.50, 2:30 till pig is gone. 100% of proceeds will be donated to Lee VNA who will be here performing free blood pressure checks at 12 noon.
Location: Carr Hardware


 
 

2:37 PM - 3:42 PM
Berkshire Scenic Railway Train Rides

Afternoon scenic train ride between Sullivan Station and Stockbridge Station.$2.00 off regular adult ticket price
Location: Sullivan Station


 

Visit Us

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Festival Latino

Cultural traditions of Latino communities from all Latin-American countries. Dance, music and food.
Location: Park


 

Visit Us

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sullivan Station Restaurant

Vocal enternainment with Joey Palermo
Location: Sullivan Station Restaurant Railroad Street


 
 

9:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Acoustic music by Tom Carroll

NO COVER, Domestic Draft Specials
Location: Locker Room


 
Sunday,September 30


CHUCK WAGON MAC Sponsored by The Federal House Inn

A replica mid-1800's chuck wagon with all the antiques and cowboy gear that were found in the Old West cattle camps.

* The cowboy legacy display
* Hands-on visual displays
* Stories, historic trivia and lectures

Location: Rose Cottage - Main Street


 

7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Pancake Breakfast

Lee Kiwanis Club serves a Pancake Breakfast at St. Mary's School on Orchard Street.
Location: St. Mary's School - Orchard Street


 
 

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
ST. MARY’S PUMPKIN & MUM SALE

BAKED GOODS TABLE AS WELL!
Location: behind St. Mary's Church


 
 

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Lady Wildcats Lady Soccer Booster Club Raffle

Lottery Soccer Ball, Taste of the Berkshires Basket, Beauty Basket, etc.
Location: Main St.


 
 

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tea Time Ceramics

"Make and Take" booth, which will include completed ceramics along with projects to be done on sight.
Location: Town Park


 
 

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Pirates of the Caribbean

Supervised Bounce House free to all children under 12
Location: Carr Hardware


 
 

10:27 AM - 11:32 AM
Berkshire Scenic Railway Train Rides

Morning scenic train ride between Sullivan Station and Stockbridge Station. $2.00 off regular adult ticket price.
Location: Sullivan Station


 
 

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sidewalk Sale

Ben's Clothing
Location: 68 Main Street


 
 

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
WEBKINZ Parade Sponsored by Karen Keenan Gifts

Bring your WEBKINZ to the parking lot next to Karen Keenan Gifts for a parade down Main St. Fun and prizes to follow in the Park.
Location: Town Park


 
 

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Petting Zoo

Two Romney lambs born in March 2007 at Consolati Farm. Also examples of wool fleeces and a wool spinning demonstration. Yarn and wool for purchase, too.
Location: Town Park


 
 

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
NFL football

Red Sox last game, $.40 wings, Domestic Draft Specials
Location: Locker Room


 
 

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Antique Appraisal and Auction with Auctioneer Charles Flint

Sponsored by St. Georges Church. Bring your treasures to be appraised (1 item $5, 3 items $10) and/or auctioned.Sample of items:stained glass window and pews from church, gold jewelry,2 time shares, home security system. Complete list at St. Georges website.Sign up at event.
Location: Big Tent in the Park


 

2:00 PM
Tri-Town Rotary Duck Race

Come see the ducks released into the Housatonic River and see who wins the race (and the money).
Location: Tyringham Bridge


 
 

2:37 PM - 3:42 PM
Berkshire Scenic Railway Train Rides

Afternoon scenic train ride between Sullivan Station and Stockbridge Station. $2.00 off adult regular ticket price.
Location: Sullivan Station


 
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