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Here is a list of things to do in Orleans when it
isn't a beach day:
1. The French Cable Station Museum, Cove road and Rt. 28
(508) 240-1735
View antique instruments used to
transmit news to Europe over 60 years ago. This 1890 building was
the stateside landing point for the 3000 mile long cable that originated
in Brittany, France. Free admission but donations accepted.
2. The Academy of Performing Arts Playhouse,
120 Main St. East Orleans
(508) 255-3075
Lively drama and
entertainment nightly in a building built in 1873.
http://www.apa1.org/Playhouse-Home.htm
3. Indoor Ice Skating, The Charles Moore Arena,
(508) 255-5902 O'Connor Lane, Orleans Call ahead
for ice times
 4. Snow Library, Main Street and Rt. 28
(508) 240-3760 Books, magazines, newspaper, Internet
Access, videos and DVD's, audio books, music CD's, children's room.
http://www.snowlibrary.org/
5. Orleans Historical Society, 3 River
Road, Orleans (508) 240-1329 This Greek Revival style meetinghouse
was formerly a church built in 1834. Historic
photographs, paintings, toys, costumes, china, and farm implements.
Free
6. Shopping
Christmas Tree Shop,
Rt. 6a and 28, Orleans (508) 255-8494. This Northeastern U.S. chain
of discount stores is very popular for non-Christmas items also!
http://christmastreeshops.com/
Bird Watcher's General Store, 36 Rt. 6A,
Orleans (800) 562-1512 A fun store dedicated to our feathered
friends.
http://www.birdwatchersgeneralstore.com/
Earth House/Instant Karma Records/Poster Art,
121 Rt. 6A, Orleans (508) 240-0257. These "retro" stores are more
like museums but everything is for sale!
http://www.earthhouse.com/
Tree's Place, Art Gallery, Beautiful Things,
Ceramic Tile, Rt. 6A at 28, Orleans (508) 255-1366. Art, Crafts,
Gifts, Tile.
http://www.treesplace.com/
7. Jonathan Young Windmill, Route 28 and 6A, Orleans
(508) 240-3775
Every day from June to September,
a volunteer will guide you through the mill and explain its history and
operation. Free Admission.
8. Rent a Video, Blockbuster Video, 136 Rt. 6A,
Orleans (508) 255-1250
http://www.blockbuster.com/
9. Exercise Willy's Gym Fitness and
Wellness Center, 21 Old Colony Way, Orleans (508) 255-6826
http://www.willysgym.com/
10. Orleans Bowling Center, Rt. 6A (508) 255-0636
This is a 14-lane, all candlepin bowling center for family fun.
10 Coffee and Chocolate, The Hot Chocolate Sparrow, 5
Old Colony Way, Orleans (508) 240-2230. Coffee, espresso, desserts,
candies. You should visit here just for the aromas!
http://www.hotchocolatesparrow.com/
11. Visit a Day Spa,
Welstar essential wellness spa, 42 South Orleans Rd,
Orleans (508) 240-1422. Essential wellness spa that elevates
traditional spa treatments to the extraordinary. Featuring facials,
massage, body wraps, body peels, crystal light balancing and more!
http://welstar.net/
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