Download or read book The Flying Horses of Watch Hill written by Lynn Anderson and published by . This book was released on 2024 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every summer, thousands of families flock to the seaside town of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, where only children can ride its famous Flying Horse Carousel ... From morning until night, the smaller children ride the inside horses, and the bigger children ride on the outside horses, leaning out, arms outstretched to catch the brass ring. When summer ends, the families go home, and Watch Hill and the carousel close down. But where do the horses go?--Publisher.
Download or read book The Flying Horses of Watch Hill written by and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After spending their summer giving rides, the horses of the Watch Hill Flying Horse Carousel run free on Napatree Point. They are also repaired and repainted in preparation for the next summer.
Download or read book The Flying Horses of Watch Hill Save Christmas written by Lynn Anderson and published by . This book was released on 2023-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Flying Horses of Watch Hill Save Christmas tells the heartwarming story of how the heroic little carousel horses come to life on Christmas Eve to rescue Christmas when Santa's faithful reindeer come down with reindeer flu. Can the Watch Hill Flying Horses really fly? Can they fly outside of their carousel building? Will they have the courage to help Santa and save Christmas for everyone?--Publisher.
Download or read book Recreation in the United States written by James H. Charleton and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 1104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Watch Hill written by Brigid M. Rooney and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2004-04-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hundred years ago, Watch Hill was known as the "Queen of Atlantic Resorts." Its once barren knoll was strewn with vast wooden hotels and open-air porticos and porches. Its snug cove, a port of entry for steamboats that ferried summer residents, was also the home port for a fleet of catboats that took passengers on daily excursions. Offering unparalleled bathing at the surf-ridden East Beach and the soft sands of Napatree Beach, Watch Hill was truly "by the sea." Yet, as with many maritime venues, Watch Hill and its sister communities up the Pawcatuck River always served as year-round homes to watermen of all sorts. Whaling captains once lived in Lotteryville, partyboat captains sailed down the Pawcatuck to meet passengers at the Watch Hill docks, and fishermen provided fresh fare from the river and sea. Ships were built and lives were lost, and a century of maritime industries have come and gone.
Download or read book Historic New England written by Patricia Harris and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-03-15 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: National Historic Landmarks are touchstones of our collective past that still resonate with our present. The six New England states have nearly 400 such places. However, important doesn't always translate into interesting and so we have Historic New England: A Tour of the Region’s Top 100 National Historic Landmarks––those with the most intriguing and rewarding history. In addition to historic houses, tall ships, and such quirky spots as one of the country's oldest weather stations, carousels, and sandy beaches. The book appeals to the historical enthusiast, the armchair traveler, and both local visitors and tourists alike.
Download or read book Yankee s New England Adventures written by Editors of Yankee Magazine and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The experts at New England’s iconic Yankee magazine have distilled nearly a century of experience and knowledge into the guide you have been waiting for. Yankee’s New England Adventures is the go-to source for in-depth travel information, with the same stunning photography and practical know-how they bring to you every month. Whether you are interested in exploring the vibrant culture of tiny villages or big cities, eating outstanding meals in colonial inns or vintage diners, rambling through art museums or up steep wooded hills, this is the guide for you. An island stuck in the 19th century? A walk-in, stained-glass globe? A place where you can eat Thanksgiving dinner every day of the year? From the golden dunes of Nantucket to the alpine tundra of the White Mountains, from the blue waters of Lake Champlain to the green grass of Boston Common, travelers and residents alike will find over 400 local secrets, out-of-the-way places, and unique experiences in all six states of this remarkable region of America. Live the Yankee lifestyle and get on the road with Yankee’s New England Adventures.
Download or read book Secret Providence A Guide to the Weird Wonderful and Obscure written by Rebecca Keister and published by Reedy Press LLC. This book was released on 2017-08-15 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Where in Providence can you…pay homage to the birth of sideburns?...visit a Vampire grave….? view North America’s largest collection of fresco paintings?...see a tree that “ate” a state founder?...get a glimpse of a 58-foot blue bug?...discover the origin of the Seabee?...spend the afternoon at the home of America’s longest-played baseball game?...explore a castle in the middle of the city? You’ll find all these unique—and often little-known—landmarks, attractions and hidden gems and more inside Secret Providence: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure. Whether you’re interested in Rhode Island’s haunted, hysterical, surprising or somber, Secret Providence gives you insider access to all the mysteries you never knew the city was holding and takes you on a tour like none you’ve seen before. Founded to establish a community of and home for visionaries looking to break free of rules and the status quo, Rhode Island has a deeply rebellious history and those who call it home have always celebrated its spirit of individuality and embraced its welcoming of the offbeat and unique. This scavenger-hunt type guide to the state’s capital city and beyond is an exploration of the weird, wonderful and obscure odds and ends that continue to make it an idyllic spot for uncommon living.
Download or read book The Larchmont Disaster Off Block Island written by Joseph P Soares and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On February 11, 1907, the steamship Larchmont collided with the schooner Harry Knowlton. Thrown from their bunks, passengers of the Larchmont panicked and ran onto the ship's deck. Haphazardly loaded lifeboats set out only partially full, and shrieks from those left behind were heard in the distance. Nearly 150 passengers were lost that night. The men and women of Block Island courageously aided those in need and dealt with the horrors that washed ashore. Controversy swirled around the conduct of the captain and crew of the Larchmont as investigators tried to determine who was responsible for the collision. Authors Joseph and Janice Soares chronicle one of the greatest disasters in New England's waters.
Download or read book Oddity Odyssey written by James Chenoweth and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2000-12 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take a trip through New England's quirky past. Playfully masquerading as a guided tour through each of New England's six states, Oddity Odyssey is an engaging compendium of lore celebrating the region's unique landscape and history. Author James Chenoweth has gathered the most memorable stories and retells them here in his own dryly-humorous style. There's a legendary oddity at every turn. Visit the burial site of Samuel Jones' leg and ponder the mystery of where the rest of him lies. Where is the "ghost parking lot?" Find out how Sin and Flesh Brook got its name. Why was John Wickes buried headfirst? Which New Hampshire man nearly assassinated President John F. Kennedy? Where is the "bridge that love lost?" How was the clambake invented? Did an apple tree really absorb the body of Roger Williams? Why was John Childs banned from flying in Boston in 1757? Packed to the rafter with tales bizarre and unusual for travelers on the road or in an armchair.
Download or read book East Coasting written by Christine Chitnis and published by Artisan. This book was released on 2024-06-18 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the ultimate illustrated guide to road-tripping up through historic New England, and the must-visit spots along the way. This beautifully illustrated guide to roadtripping through New England spans Connecticut to Maine and explores inland destinations in Vermont, New Hampshire, weekend trips to the Berkshires, and even crosses over the Canadian border to Nova Scotia. In the spirit of Danielle Kroll’s Pacific Coasting (Artisan 2021), East Coasting is a fun ride. All across New England, there’s so much to see and do--Mystic, Providence, Salem, Portland, must-visit museums, bookstores, fooderies, and more. Go antiquing in Stonington, CT. Take a quick ferry ride to Martha’s Vineyard. Visit Horseneck Beach, MA, on a glorious summer morning. A weekend getaway to Portland, ME, is a must, where you can feast your way through the city. And is there any better time than autumn, when the whole of New England is alight with changing leaves. Unless it’s a beautiful snowy winter day in New Hampshire or Vermont, with its pristine beauty and opportunities for winter sporting. East Coasting is for those who reside in New England, who want to visit New England, who need a gift for someone who loves New England, and for armchair travelers alike.
Download or read book Hidden History of Martha s Vineyard written by Thomas Dresser and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2017-04-17 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrated local historian Thomas Dresser unearths the little-known stories that laid the foundations for the community of Martha's Vineyard. Behind the mansions and presidential vacations of Martha's Vineyard hide the lost stories and forgotten events of small-town America. What was the island's role in the Underground Railroad? Why do chickens festoon Nancy Luce's grave? And how did the people of the Vineyard react in 1923 when the rum running ship John Dwight sank with the island's supply of liquor aboard? Delve deep below the surface of history to discover the origin and meaning of local place names and the significance of beloved landmarks.
Download or read book Historic Tales of Oak Bluffs written by Skip Finley and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2019 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Skip Finley's Town of Oak Bluffs columns in the Vineyard Gazette were widely popular thanks to his breezy style and historical content. In this curated collection, he presents a chronological telling of how the community became the welcoming seaside resort for a uniquely diverse group of residents and visitors, including five American presidents. Discover how islanders like Ichabod Norton, Old Harry and Lucy Vincent Smith helped to define the island we know today. From the Panic of 1873 to the Inkwell and beyond, these witty and whimsical tales prove why this particular spot is featured in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Download or read book The Matter of the Bandersnatch Burglar written by Steve Levi and published by Publication Consultants. This book was released on 2022-04-15 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can a man drown in a hot air balloon? Can a boxcar disappear off a moving train, and is it possible for flying horses on a merry-go-round to fly away? These are just some of the impossible crimes Detective Heinz Noonan, the Bearded Holmes, is called upon to solve. Every story has all the clues necessary to see if you can solve the impossible crime as fast as the detective! (And if you can't, you'll have to read to the end of the story!) Want more! Then there's the mystery of why anyone would steal water from a water truck night after night. And why would someone steal 40 pairs of shoes from a thrift store? How could 16 bars of gold vanish from a vault, and how is a vegetarian anaconda part of a robbery scheme? Here are 15 short stories of impossible crimes to give you the chance to prove you are brighter than the detective!
Download or read book Fodor s New England written by Fodor's and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 1695 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New England is a classic American destination: the rocky Maine coast, Vermont's Green Mountains, Connecticut’s antiques, Rhode Island's mansions, vibrant Boston, and New Hampshire's Lake District are all made for exploring. This full-color guide will help travelers plan the perfect trip, from leaf peeping and skiing to antiquing and fine dining. Expanded Coverage: New restaurants and hotels including top picks for romantic getaways and family vacations. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s New England offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.
Download or read book The 10 Best of Everything Families written by Susan Magsamen and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2009 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides tips on planning family travel trips around the United States in "top ten" lists, including the best lakes, carousel towns, colonial landmarks, and regional specialties.
Download or read book The Carousel Adventure written by Theresa Schimmel and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-26 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Carousel Adventure is a children's chapter adventure story featuring The Watch Hill Carousel, the oldest one of its kind in the United States. Also known as the Flying Horse Carousel, it consists of twenty wooden horses with real horse hair tails and manes. Suspended from rods with no platform, the horses seem to "fly" through the air as the carousel turns. On their annual summer visit to the carousel, Otto and Thora are excited to try for the brass ring that will earn a free ride. But when Otto retrieves the brass ring and decides to keep it, he has no way of knowing that its magical powers will take him and his twin sister, Thora, into the carousel panel paintings, where they will experience thrilling adventures.
