Too Early for Santa?

We don't think so!!

Come to our Annual Breakfast with Santa on December 5, 6 and 12, 13, starting at 8am. What a great time to spend with the kids!

Oh, and while you are here on December 5, why not Decorate a Gingerbread House? Starting at 1pm in Paige Hall!

Get more information here! It's time to start thinking about the holidays!

Oh, while you are thinking, make your reservations for Thanksgiving...and don't forget we also have our NEW TakeOut Package for Thanksgiving available! How fun is that??



See you here soon!

Kristie Poehler
Regional Director of Sales & Marketing

Winner Announced in 20-Foot Long Cake Contest!

The Publick House is pleased to announce the winner of our 20 foot long anniversary cake.

On October 17, 2009, The Publick House displayed a 20 foot long cake that was baked right here in the bakery at the Publick House. Individuals were given a chance to guess how many eggs and how many pounds of sugar were used in making the cake. The winner with the closest guest was Rick Smith. Congratulations to Rick with his guess of 275 eggs and 135 lbs of sugar. Rick has won dinner for four at the Publick House. The correct answer was: 288 eggs and 135 lbs of sugar. Rick’s guess was one of over 500 entered.

In the end the cake was cut and given free to over 1,000 people throughout the afternoon. A donation bucket was provided for those who chose to donate money to the Sturbridge Federated Church Ministry. In the end, over $500 was raised and will be given to the ministry for various projects.

Thank you to all who attended the 20th annual Harvest Festival at The Publick House Historic Inn. We can't wait to see you all again next year!!

Michael Harrington, Jr.
Publick House Historic Inn

It's nearly time for the Harvest Festival

And you can see the transformation of our lawn to the home of dozens of VERY creative scarecrows! The judging will take place on Sunday, October 18 at 2pm as part of the Harvest Festival! Some come to Sturbridge this weekend and be part of this great event! You will even see a Town Crier there!

Here are some of the scarecrows and you can see even more on Facebook! Become a FAN today!

Hope to see you here soon!

Kristie Poehler

Regional Director of Sales & Marketing

Fork It Over

That's right! What a fun event being hosted on November 12 by the Publick House! Wonder what those chefs will make out of Girl Scout Cookies!

Here's some more information for you.

Fork It Over Event

Also, don't forget, you can make Thanksgiving reservations--don't miss this great feast! Here's the menu!


Call us at 508-347-3313 for reservations and more information!

(Did you see the scarecrows yet? Look for some photos soon!)

Hope to see you here!
Kristie Poehler
Regional Director of Sales & Marketing

Great Fall Recipes

Can you believe it's October! Time for apple picking, scarecrows and Harvest Festivals!! (Please see our website for more information on the Harvest Festival)...but it is a perfect time to make that warm comfort food!

So we want to share some great dishes throughout the month! Here is the first in a series of recipes made in our kitchens here at the Publick House!

GRANDMA'S SWEDISH SPICE CAKE

1 Cup Sugar

1 Cup Raisins

1/4 Cup Shortening

1 Cut Water

1 Tsp Cloves

1 Tsp Nutmeg

1 Tsp Cinnamon

1 Tsp Ginger

1 Tsp Baking Soda

1/2 Tsp Salt

Put all ingredients in a heavy pot and bring to a boil. When it bubbles, take off the stove and let cool. When cool, add two cups all purpose flour to mixture and mix well. Pour into a gread and floured large loaf pan. Bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for approximately 45 minutes.

(Any reproduction of a Publick House recipe must give credit to the Publick House)

Let us know some of your favorite Fall recipes! We'd love to hear what you think!

We'll see you soon!

Kristie Poehler

Regional Director of Sales & Marketing