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Jun 30

NECA to Offer Tours of Boston during NECA 2016 Boston

NECA will be offering a series of custom tours and excursions in and around Boston for guests during NECA 2016 Boston this October.

Historic sites such as the famed Fenway Park as well as unique experiences like “Call of the Whales” are among the options to take advantage of on Friday, Oct. 7-Sunday, Oct. 9.

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Here’s a sampling of what to expect:

Fenway Park – Friday, Oct. 7

Guests will embark on a behind-the-scenes tour of “America’s Most Beloved Ballpark,” the famous Fenway Park. See the home of Red Sox legends, visit Pesky’s pole, sit atop the Green Monster, learn exclusive fun facts about the Red Sox, Fenway Park, and more. Within this exclusive experience, enjoy a private ballpark tour with field level access as well as plenty of fun surprises along the way.

City Tour – Friday, Oct. 7

Guests will travel through Copley Square and the Back Bay, home of the Boston Public Library and Trinity Church.  They will also see Kings Chapel and the Old Granary Burying Grounds, the final resting place for several original Patriots. A walking portion includes a unique experience in Boston’s famous Haymarket Square with live vendors.

Call of the Whales – Saturday, Oct. 8

Guests can relax and enjoy a 3-hour whale watch cruise on a high-speed catamaran.  The cruise will visit the East Coast’s most famous whale watching destination, Stellwagen Bank. Guests can view a variety of whales including the humpback, finback and minke while the whales frolic in their natural habitat.

La Dolce Vita North End Market Tour – Saturday, Oct. 8

A docent-guided tour will provide guests with insight on the infamous “Little Italy” of Boston, the North End. One of the oldest neighborhoods in America, the North End is made up of quaint and narrow cobblestone streets. Stops are made at various shops which may include: a pastry shop, a confection store, a coffee/spice store, a greengrocer, a salumeria (deli) and a liquor store. A guide will divulge secrets on how to spot authentic ingredients, where to buy them and how to prepare them.

Bewitching Seaports – Sunday, Oct. 9

Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch featuring savory seafood favorites at Turner’s Seafood. After lunch, a Witch Hysteria tour guide will meet and walk guests through the commons, graveyard, and delve into the historical significance of the Salem Witch Trials, Witch Hysteria, and more.

Boston Brewery Tour – Sunday, Oct. 9

Guests will go to three local breweries for a tour and tasting at each location. Learn the brewing process; touch, see, and smell hops; sample some fine beers; and enjoy light bites at the end of the tour.

The registration deadline is Friday, Sept. 16. The tours will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis for a limited number of guests.

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Also Available: :Post-Meeting Fall Foliage Tour

October 11-14

Experience New England’s spectacular fall foliage. Tuesday morning we head to Portland, Maine, where we’ll have a “hands on” class on lobster fishing. Wednesday & Thursday find us in New Hampshire’s spectacular White Mountains. Friday morning we return home from Boston’s Logan Airport.

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Jun 06

The Electrical Industry’s Biggest-and-Brightest Event

The Value in Attending NECA 2016 Boston

It will be the fifth time – and first since 2010 – that Boston will serve as host of NECA’s annual convention.

NECA 2016 Boston is bringing back many events from years past and adding a few new ones that will help electrical contractors stay competitive in today’s market. NECA 2016 Boston has shifted to a Friday-Monday schedule this year (not Saturday-Tuesday as in recent years) Continue Reading »
For more information and to register for NECA 2016 Boston, go to www.necaconvention.org. Early registration closes on Aug. 18.
We look forward to seeing you in Boston!