November 11, 2015

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Book Your Holiday Parties 
at your favorite member restaurants

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135 Cooper St. Agawam, MA 01001
413.789.1267


      
 Ralph Santaniello and Michael Presnal
  
"The Federal is dressed up as a special occasion restaurant, but is sociable and affordable enough for every occasion." 
 
Blast from the Past Specialties

12 Ingredient Chopped Salad  
Onion Soup 
Greek Salad  
Lamb Entree  
    
Our Throwback menu with many of  
our diners' favorite dishes.   
          
                        Gift Cards online                
     

Sat. November 14 ~ 8 p.m.     Sun. November 15 ~ 3 p.m.  
Principally Beethoven

Guest Conductor 
Kevin Rhodes  
Piano  
Yevgeny Sudbin 
 After Beethoven's blockbuster 9th Symphony, it is true that a 10th symphony was never published.  Musicologist Barry Cooper pieced together existing ssketches.  Is the final product Beethoven or merely an interpretation of Beethoven? 
Come to the concert and decide for yourself!
 
 
Raven Hollow Winery
436 Russellville Road  Westfield, MA 01085 
413.562.0259 

Wine of the Month:
November ~ Strawberry Wine

Order Gift Baskets for ALL occasions   

Sauvignon Blanc and our Fall Specials



Massachusetts

Woburn
                           On The Border
                                      (631)317-2657


Wilbraham
                       Horizons Restaurant
                                (413)599-1271 
  • Every day is special at Horizons.
  • We are O pen on Thanksgiving ... from 12 Noon - 5 p.m. with a Special Menu including Turkey, Lamb and much more...
  • Tuesday-Thursday from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Oysters: $1.50 each
  • The Holidays are on the way.  Make reservations for your parties or cozy Holiday dinners.
  • Horizons to Go: "Too Busy or Too Hot to Cook?" Call Horizons 413.599.1271 (Sandwiches, Salads, Entire Meals)
  • Promotion
  • Fish and Chips special on Fridays.
  • Hours:  Lunch - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
    Friday and Saturday 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. and Sunday 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.   
West Springfield    
                      Cal's Wood-Fired Grill

                                  (413)827-9353
  • Sunday and Monday, treat yourself to our   4-Course Prix Fixe  3:00 - 10:00 p.m.
  • Our private party rooms seat up to 60 guests for business meetings or family events. 
  • We are booking parties  for the Holidays. Make your reservations.  Call Renee for reservations at 413.827.9353 or email at [email protected]
  • Lunch Prix Fixe
  • On Thanksgiving we are Open with a Limited menu.
  • We will be Open on New Year's Day!
  • Sunday Brunch from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
Hofbrauhaus
and
      Hofbrau Joe's German Steakhouse
        
                                  (413)737-4905  
                                    Lattitude
                                      
                                    (413)241-8888
        Storrowton Tavern & Carriage House                                          
                                   (413)732-4188
  • Gift Cards: Purchase $100 worth at the Tavern, and get a $10 Gift Card Free
  • Holiday time is near! Call for Thanksgiving reservations early! We are serving dinner at the Tavern and a buffet at the Carriage House.
  • Slow roast prime rib is available every Thursday through Saturday.
  • Sunday Brunch at the Tavern from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.  $18 per person
  • Lunch menu
  • Dinner menu
  • 5 Banquet rooms available for any occasion.  
  • 6 item buffet for Bereavements for $17 per person.   One call can take care of any last minute needs.
  • Sunday Dinner 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

 

On The Border
(413)304-3500

 

Pho BQ

(413)372-5379

Westfield 
                   Raven Hollow Winery
                      
                                (413)562-0259
  Hana Saki Japanese Steakhouse & Hibachi 
                                (413)783-0368 

   "You know you are in the mood for sushi tonight."
  • Stop in for a refreshing drink!
  • Dinner menu
  • Keep Hana Saki in mind when you are planning a party or event.
  • Make reservations for your Holiday dinners and parties
  • Thanksgiving - Closed
  • Christmas Day and New Year's Day OPEN
  • Happy Hour: Mon.-Thurs. from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
    Mention Dine Best and get Half Price Apps.
  • If you haven't had a chance to experience the phenomenal taste of sushi, you need to stop here soon!
  • Online Ordering 
  • If you want Delivery Service, Click here.
  • Promotion
Nadim's Downtown
Mediterranean Restaurant 
                                   (413)737-7373  
  • Menu:
  • On Sunday November 15 we will begin serving a Special Sunday Menu
  • Make reservations for your Christmas parties at Nadim's.
  • We have Catering for any size function including weddings, baby shower, birthdays, graduations, bereavement, business meetings and corporate events ... to name a few ... Call us for details at 413.737.7373
  • Chill out in our Hookah Garden Monday through Saturday from 4:00 - Close
  • Online Ordering
  • Gift Certificates
Southwick                          
                         Nora's Restaurant

                                   (413)569-9585
Tucker's Restaurant
(413)569-0120
Northampton
                              Platform Bar & Grill
                                     (413)341.3952
  • Enter to Win:
  • A Vacation Giveaway: One vacation for Two to Las Vegas will be given every week during the NFL Season.  There have been ten winners already!!!
  • New ... DJ Greg Reil ... Karaoke from 10:00 p.m - 1:00 a.m. every Tuesday
  • We are participating in a coat drive until Nov. 17. ...
    gently used and new coats, jackets, scarves, hats, gloves.  We have a drop box at our hostess stand. We will do our part  to help families in need keep warm this winter!
  • Thanksgiving Day Brunch   Menu
  • Make reservations for Thanksgiving online
  • Mondays" "Industry Night" Anyone working in the Hospitality / Restaurant industry receives Half Price appetizers.
  • 21 tv's for your sports watching pleasure and 2  110: projection screens in the Blue Goose Room.  175 seats in all
  • On-site parking available
  • Winter Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 4:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m., Fri./Sat. 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
  • Lunch / Dinner menu
Ludlow               
             Europa Black Rock Bar & Grill

                                   (413)547-6443

                                  NEW VIDEO

                   "We have great things going on."
  • Steamers and Raw Bar available Thursdays through Saturdays
  • Make reservations for your Holiday Parties.... soon!
  • "Belly" is our new Loyalty program that allows you to earn points for fantastic rewards you can only get with us.  Grab a "Belly Card" next time you are in.
  • During Monday Night Football games, get 1/2 price Wings.
  • Wine Down Thursdays: Half price bottle of wine with the purchase of two entrees.
  • Closed on Thanksgiving Day
  • Kids under 10 eat FREE on Sundays at Europa. (not valid with any other offer or discount.)
  • APPY HOUR!  Get half price appetizers Monday through Thursday from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  • $10 Takeouts Tuesday - Friday
  • Join us for Sunday Brunch
  • Promotion
  • Reservations online
  • Gift Cards online
Hadley
             Mi Tierra Restaurant & Lounge
                                    (413)587-9820
  • With our Fundraiser for Cancer Connection, we raised $3198.  We want to thank all who participated!
  • Taco Tuesday - Buy Two, Get One Free
  • Promotion: Thursdays 20% off all  food for teachers and faculty
  • Mi Tierra Tortillas:  We make tortillas with no chemicals, no additives, just 100% corn as our forefathers intended.  Where to Buy
  • Make your Holiday reservations for parties and dinners soon!
  • Open Mic on Thursdays
  •  Hours: Sunday - Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Fridays/Saturdays 11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. and Sunday 11:00 a.m - 10:00 p.m.
  • Menu:  Appetizers
    Mexican Plates
    Enchiladas and more
    Burritos, Sides, and Salsas
    Beverages
Feeding Hills                        
                        Casa di Lisa

                                 
                                (413)786-1900
East Longmeadow
                       Villa Napoletana                                 
                                   
Agawam                                  
                           The Federal
                                    
                                    (413)789-1267

 

The Garden Indian Restaurant

(413)786-6969  

 

  • Special Lunch Delivery. If you have an order for your business meeting or your staff, please call The Garden Indian Restaurant at 413.786.6969.
  • Menu: Appetizers, Soups and Salads and Main Course
  • Menu: more Main Course, Tandoori, Rice, Indian Breads, Desserts and  Beverages
  • Lunch Buffet Tuesday and Wednesday $9.99
  • Buffet Thursday - Sunday $11.99
  • Make reservations online
  • Order online (delivery within a five mile radius)
  • Holidays are coming soon.  Let us accommodate your festivities at our Garden Indian Restaurant.
  • Hours: Lunch ~ Tuesday - Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Dinner Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 4:30 - 9:30 p.m.  Friday and Saturday 4:30 - 10:30 p.m.
NEW YORK

East Setauket                          
                         The Curry Club

                                 (631)751-4845
  • Our Zagat-rated menu contains exquisite delicacies of curries, kebobs, and tikka masalas.
  • The Holidays
    are coming soon!  Make reservations for your Holiday parties.
  • Make your Thanksgiving reservations!
  • Scared to try Indian food?  Well, do not be afraid. Our Lunch Buffet served every day gives you a chance to try a variety of dishes, and we promie you will leave with a different opinion of Indian cuisine!
  • Zagat-rated ... the best of its kind east of Queens
  • We have an expansive menu. Please browse through the pages to see what we have to offer.
    1-2   3-4   5-6
  • Order Online
  • We would love to see you for dinner.
 
Hicksville 
On The Border
(516)342-7777

Holtsville
                          On The Border
                                     (631)317-2657
Huntington    
                          PG Steakhouse
                                 (631)499-1005  
  • "When steak is on your mind, Think PG Steakhouse.!"
  • We have a special selection of Prime meat sliced to your perfection, as well as several other entrees on our menu.
  • With the Holiday
    season approaching, make your reservation soon.
  • At PG Steakhouse we have a wide choice of  red and white wines.
  • We look forward to seeing you soon!

CONNECTICUT

West Hartford                         
                        Vinted Wine Bar
                                 
                                   (860)206-4648

  An experience you will want  
to enjoy again and again!
Butterfly Chinese Restaurant
(860)236.2816
Simsbury                       
                Abigail's Grille & Wine Bar

                                    (860)264-1580
  • Open for Lunch on Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Thanksgiving Day:  Dinner  and  Prix Fixe are available from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Make reservations for Holiday parties and dinners!
  • Sunday Brunch  $19.95
  • Complete Dinner Special:  Sunday, Monday, Tuesday for $24.95 per person
  • Happy Hour: Half Price Small Plates and Signature Stone Pies and Drink Specials.
  • From Birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events in our dining room to a casual evening at the bar, Abigail's is open to host your special occasion.
  • Reservations online
  • Gift Cards online
Rocky Hill                           
                    Casa Mia on the Green

                                  (860)563-7000

 

Elizabeth's Bar & Restaurant

(860)721.6932

  • Italian cuisine with a Brazilian flair.
  • Lunch Menu
  • Dinner menu
  • Nearly all entrees can be made gluten free.
  • Holidays are just around the corner.  Make reservations for your Holiday dinner and parties.
  • Check our Special Events menu for your business parties or family gatherings.
  • Hours: Monday thru Friday 11:00 - 10:00 p.m. Saturday 4:30 - 10:00p.m. and Sunday Closed for Private Parties

On The Border

(862)899-1670

Orange
                                  On The Border
                                      (203)687-4300
Newington                            
                           Ruth's Chris
                                  
                                   (860)666-2202
Hartford 
                       Ficara's Restaurant

                                   (860)296-3238
  • Stop by for dinner with cocktails or a bottle of wine.
  • Lunch menu
  • Dinner menu 1
  • Dinner menu 2 
  • Call us for your events or celebrations.  We are ready to help you make your plans at Ficara's
  • Holidays are coming! Make reservations for your Holiday dinners and parties
  • Ficara's has three party packages from which you may choose to plan your events.  Call for details at 860.296.3238
J's Crabshack
(860)231-9545

Where the portions are BIGGER
and the fish is fresher!

  • Twin Lobster Dinner  $21.95
  • This Tuesday and Every Tuesday, Kids Eat Free at J's Crabshack
  • Promotion:  FREE bottle of wine with the purchase of $30 or more!
  • Menu
  • Closed on Thanksgiving
  • Comedy Show Coming November 29 - details to follow
  • Happy Hour:  Monday - Friday 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
  • If it is great seafood you are looking for, check our Fresh Market Prices.
                                  Salute
                                      (860)899-1350
  •  Salute welcomes all old friends and newcomers to our energetic, upscale casual restaurant. 
  • For a fantastic night on the town, join us at Salute for cocktails, appetizers, dinner and dessert
  • Come and celebrate the Holidays at Salute!
  • Lunch menu
  • Dinner menu
  • Dessert menu
  • And...For a Happy Couple of Hours, check our Happy Hour Menu
  • Gift Certificates are available.
Glastonbury   
                           Sakura Garden   

                                      
                                  (860)430-5600
  •  If you are short on time, but still want a healthy lunch, think of Sakura Garden.  You have the choice of a Lunch Box  or a Rice BowlSee what is included.
  • Groupon promotion
  • Lunch menu
  • Dinner menu
  • We are mid-week folks.  Take a break and treat yourself to lunch today!
  • Wine menu
  • Join us for Happy Hour every day from 4:00 - 6:30 p.m.    Happy Hour menu
  • We cater. Contact us for details on how we can make your next party or event special  860.430.5600.
  • We will be Closed on Thanksgiving Day, but OPEN on Christmas Day and New Year's Day!!
  • No time to cook or go out to dinner? Order online! It is quick and easy.
    www.sakuragardenglastonbury.com
Enfield        
                       Figaro Ristorante 
                                   
                               (860)745-2414 
Avon 
  Toshi Izakaya  
   (860)677-8242
  • Join us for Sunday Brunch
  • We have a private party room for your family gatherings or business meetings at Toshi Izakaya
  • Make reservations for your Holiday Parties soon!Dinner menu 
  • Off-site catering is available for your Memorable Events
  • Happy Hour
  • Early Bird 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
  • Later Night 9:00 - Close

"Our family of member restaurants 
appreciate your support."   


If you have questions or comments please send us an email!
Chefs for Jimmy
"Fire and Ice" 2016

January 22
at Chez Josef


In the Berkshires


Lenox, MA

877.990.1715

Romance Package

Gift Cards


 
 



MeatBall Kitchen
2000 Boston Road
Wilbraham, MA 010955
413.271.1225

2421 Berlin Turnpike
Berlin, CT 06037
860.563.7000

Make reservations for your family or corporate parties
860.563.7000 
 
Gourmet Restaurants

Newington, CT 
 
860.666.2202
 
 
413.315.4350

 
Specialty Shops
 

Westfield, MA

 Wine of the Month:
November -
Strawberry



 

Pasticceria Italia
Southwick, MA
413.569.2250
Bloomfield, CT
860.242.3440
Gourmet Breads
and Pastries
It is Showtime at the Restaurants!

West Hartford, CT

Karaoke
Friday and Saturday
nights
9:30 p.m.




Feeding Hills, MA

Springfield           Symphony
Orchestra Pre-Concert
Dinner is available on concert nights
Menu

November 19
Whimsy Inspired
Turkey Serving Platter
6 - 9 p.m.

November 20
Paint Nite
Trees in Autumn

November 25
We are thanking you with the Gift of Music!
Kory and the Knightsmen Band
7 - 10 p.m.
No Cover Charge

December 2
Whimsy Inspired
Penguin Wine Glasses

December 9
Second Annual
6 - 9 p.m.

December 17
Whimsy Inspired 
Holiday Ornaments

January 17
Messages from Beyond
Kimberly Ann Wright
Buffet Dinner  6 p.m.
Messaging 7 - 9 p.m.


Mimmo and Michael
Live Tableside
Entertainment
Thursdays and Saturdays




Rocky Hill, CT


Wednesday and Thursday
Live Jazz
(alternating)
 Landry & Cooper
Vinny & Lynn

Italian / Latin / Contemporary Pop
Tony Reali
Fridays and Saturdays
9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

Piano Bar
Sundays
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.




Ludlow, MA

Sun. - Breakfast Brunch
Mon. - Flintstone Monday
Tues. - Tapas Tuesday

Wed. -Nick Blais,
the Magician
(Anything is possible with Nick)
Thurs. - Wine Down Thursday

Thusdays
Smart Phone Trivia
7:00 p.m.

Fridays/Saturdays
Acoustic Music

Springfield Symphony Orchestra Pre-Cocert Dinner is available on concert nights
Menu

November 20
Comedy Show


December 18
Comedy Show
details to follow

Live Entertainment:
Friday and Saturday Nights

 

  Enfield, CT   

Springfield Symphony
Orchestra Pre-Concert Dinner available  on concert nights
Menu

November 15
Robert Black Elvis Tribute Show

December 6
Truck Stop Troubadours present
Solid Gold Country
Songs from the Golden Age of Country Music
Dinner Seating 5:30 p.m.
Show 7 p.m.

December 31
Center Stage starring Irving and Laura
Live Dance Music
to bring in 2016
9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

January 10
39th Anniversary Special
The Legend Shines Through
A-Ray of Elvis




West Springfield, MA

Springfield Symphony Orchestra Pre-Concert Dinner is available on concert nights
Menu



 
Hartford, CT

Liviu's Invitational
Soul, Jazz, & Blues
this week:
Rich Badowski
 Blues Band 
Thursdays 7 - 10 p.m.




Hadley, MA
 
Thursdays
Open Mic

December 14
Fundraiser for
Survival Centers in
Northampton and Amherst



West Springfield

Springfield Symphony  Orchestra Pre-Concert Dinner is available on concert nights
Menu 




Northampton, MA

Weekly Events Calendar
Mon. - Smart Phone Quiz
Tues. - Karaoke with Greg Reil
Last Tues. of month - Paint Nite
Wed. -Pitch Tournament
Thurs. Football Night
Fri. / Sat. Love to Dance
Sun. Win a Trip to Vegas


November 24
Paint Nite
B-You-tiful
Bloom




Newington, CT

November 22
Charles Krug Wine Dinner
Reception 4 Course Meal and Dessert
5:30 p.m.




West Springfield, MA 

Springfield Symphony Orchestra Pre-Concert Dinner is available on concert nights
Menu




Agawam, MA  

Live Music
Friday
Contemporary Singers
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday
Jay Messer
Instrumental Jazz
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.




Southwick, MA


Springfield Symphony Orchestra Pre-Concert Dinner is available on concert nights
Menu

November 17
Paint Nite
Autumn Haze
7:30 p.m.

November 21
The Rod 'n Soul Tribute Show
8 - 11 p.m.




East Longmeadow, MA

Live Music
Wednesday - Sunday

Springfield Symphony Orchestra Pre-Concert Dinner available on concert nights
Menu

December 8
Gentlemen's Italian Game Dinner
featuring exotics from Around the Globe
5 - 9 p.m.

Theater and Music

Springfield, MA

Nov. 14
Springfield Unity Festival
7:30 p.m.

Nov. 20  
 
 




Hartford, CT

Oct. 22 - Nov. 15
Rear Window
*SOLD OUT*
A Limited number of standing tickets are now available

Nov. 27 - Dec. 27
A Christmas Carol




Hartford, CT
 
Nov. 27 - Dec. 23
Christmas on the Rocks




New Haven, CT

Nov. 12
Brothers in Arts
WWII Inspired musical journey
Shubert Theater
7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Nov. 15
Repeat Performance of
Brothers in Arts
at the
Clune Auditorium at
Wilton High School
3 - 5 p.m.




Stamford, CT

Sat. Nov. 14  8 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 15  3 p.m.
Principally Beethoven Guest Conductor
Kevin Rhodes




Albany, NY

Nov. 13 and 14
Warren Miller's
Chasing Shadows
8 p.m.

Nov. 18
Pucifer
8
p.m.

Nov. 21
Dark Star Orchestra
8 pm.

N ov. 22
Albany Symphony Orchestra

Sunday Symphony for Families
Harry Sonata and the Baton of Power

Colleges and Universities


Brown University

Nov. 12 - 15
The Road Weeps,
The Well Runs Dry
Ashamu Dance Studio
84 Waterman St.

Nov. 19 - 21  8 p.m.
Nov. 22  2 p.m.
Fall Dance Concert




Smithfield, RI

  November Events


 

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Dec. 3 - 13
Twelfth Night




Fairfield, CT

Nov. 15
Orin Grossman Friends An Afternoon in Old Vienna
3 p..m.

Nov. 15
Incarnations
A choreographer and a physicist create a whole new art for the 21st century
5 p.m.

Nov. 15
Four Women
(in the male-dominated world of hip-hop)
7 p.m.


 


New Haven, CT

Student Life




Hempstead, NY

Nov. 12 - 14  8 p.m.
Nov. 15  2 p.m.
ENDGAME

Nov. 19 - 21  8 p.m.
Nov. 21 and 22  2 p.m.
Fall Dance Concert




Hampden, CT

Nov. 12 - 14  7:30 p.m.
Nov. 15  2 p.m.
Spring Awakening,
a musical




Northampton, MA

Nov. 7 - 22
Fall Chrysantemum Show
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily

Nov. 15
Faculty Recital
Contemporary music for
oboe and English horn
3 p.m.
Sweeney Hall, Sage Hall




Springfield, MA

Nov. 17
Justin Kimball
Photographer
"Pieces of String"
9:30
FREE and Open to the Public




Stony Brook, NY

Nov. 13
Bollywood Masala
Orchestra and
Dancers of India
"The Spirit of India"
8 p.m.

Nov. 14
Storm Large
8 p.m.

Nov. 21
The Producers
The Mel Brooks Musical
8 p.m.




Hartford, CT

 Trinity College Favorite Fall Photos




University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA

Nov. 18  7:30 p.m.
Sounds of Korea
Percussion and Dance

Nov. 18  8:15 p.m.
Angelica Sanchez /
Omar Tamez Duo

Nov. 19  7:30 p.m.
The Ambrose Akinmusire Quartet

Nov. 21  7 p.m.
Berit Strong,
Classical Guitar
 




Amherst, MA

Nov. 12 and 13  7:30 p.m.
Nov. 14 and 15  2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Marie Antoinette




Kingston, RI

Dec. 3-5 & 10-12   7 p.m.
Dec. 6 &13  3 p.m.
The Caucasian Chalk Circle



 

Middletown, CT

Nov. 21  8 p.m.
Brooklyn Rider
The Future of
 Chamber Music




Springfield, MA

Calendar of Events



 

Westfield, MA

Events Schedule
Dever Stage





New Haven, CT

Nov. 27 - Dec. 19
Peerless