You don't have to travel to the West Coast for an American wine experience. And along with wine for your drinking pleasure, Massachusetts offers some of the nation's best microbreweries for beer lovers.
Producing an impressive 10,000 gallons a year, Plymouth Winery, south of Boston, is a good place for a taste. In the very same town you'll find Plymouth Bay Brewing Company, where beer aficionados can taste their favorite brews.
Out on the islands, Chicama Vineyards on Martha's Vineyard offers tours and tasting. On Nantucket, Cisco Brewers features meticulously handcrafted ales and periodic tastings.
Apples are part of Massachusetts' culture and economy, and you can taste their tangy side at West County Cider in Western Massachusetts...Back in Boston, Harpoon Brewery is the place to taste and buy their award-winning brews and attend seasonal events...Cape Cod Winery offers tastings and sales of Merlot, Cabernet and Pinot Grigio, all made from grapes grown on Cape Cod. For a complete list of Massachusetts wineries click here.

Falmouth Road Race
August 10, 20087.1 mile race from Falmouth to Woods Hole. First 9,000 to register will be accepted.
Annual Sandcastle and Sculpture Day
August 16, 2008Islanders and visitors create masterpiece sandcastles and sand sculptures.
Antique & Classic Boat Festival
August 23, 2008Through August 24. Events for the whole family including a Grand Parade of Boats in Salem Harbor.
