ISLAND POND — The Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Weekend will take place in downtown Island Pond, this weekend, from May 24 – 27.
The weekend offers four days of non-stop events including a champagne reception, karaoke, spa services, Paint ‘n Sips and wine & cider tastings, Tai Chi & exercise classes, and a living history exhibit at the IPHS museum.
Nationally known comedian Bil Benden will kick-off the weekend on Friday night with his comedy show, Saturday night will feature the return of Men in Motion and Sunday night will feature the NEK’s first Drag Bingo tournament hosted by Emoji Nightmare & Nikki Champagne.
The weekend will wind up on Monday morning with their annual Memorial Day Parade.
The Island Pond Renewal Committee created the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Weekend in 2018 and it was a hit beyond all expectations.
People from as far away as Cape Cod flocked to Island Pond looking for the most fun ladies’ weekend in New England, and they found it.
Almost every event was sold out and all received rave reviews.
The committee has once again joined with all the downtown businesses to create an even bigger weekend full of events with something for everyone.
Friday starts with a champagne reception at the Essex House with champagne and hors d’oeuvres.
Members of the organizing team will be on hand to answer questions and make sure everybody is oriented to the locations of all the events.
Headlining Friday night’s entertainment will be comedian Bil Benden. He has worked with Drew Carey, Robert Schimmel, Tim Allen, and Ray Romano, in addition to many others.
He has also been featured on HBO, Comedy Central, A&E, and Fox.
He will bring his unique comedic style to the American Legion Brighton Post #80 stage and while this event is part of Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!, it is open to everyone 21 years of age and older.
Friday night will end with karaoke at the Essex House featuring NEKaraoke.
Saturday starts off with a beginner Tai Chi class hosted by Brighton Recreation’s Director, Doug Niles.
Next, get the blood pumping with an invigorating cross training workout also instructed by Doug Niles.
The Hearth & Home Country Store will be hosting a wine tasting with 6 specially selected varieties.
Everyone’s favorite Paint ‘n Sip instructor Natalie Anne will be holding a Sap Bucket Paint ’n Sip at Hobo’s Cafe during the afternoon.
Jesse’s Little Kitchen will be offering their popular $2 off a large pizza special all weekend so the father’s left at home with the kids don’t need to cook.
Then it’s time for a little pampering at the Essex House & Tavern. Enjoy a chair massage from one of their licensed providers. Try out a set of Color Street nails as part of your manicure or a Henna by Kate tattoo. They will even be serving a light elegant snack provided by the Essex House.
Saturday night will be headlined by New England’s #1 male revue show, Men In Motion. Each of their shows are expertly designed, choreographed and created events with one goal in mind–the perfect girls’ night out.
The Essex House will be hosting a Wings, Brews & Tunes event so all the men won’t feel left out!
Sunday will start with a Morning After breakfast at Hobo’s Café followed by a Living History Exhibit at the Island Pond Historical Society Museum.
The Hearth & Home Country Store will be hosting a cider tasting featuring 6 specially selected varieties.
Natalie Anne will be back at the American Legion for a Barn Board Paint ‘n Sip.
Sunday will end with a bingo tournament like no other in the NEK. Emoji Nightmare & Nikki Champagne will be traveling from Burlington to host Drag Bingo at the American Legion.
This event will be a little bit campy and a whole lot of fun. In addition to laughs, cash prizes will be paid out to all winners.
Monday morning will feature the annual Memorial Day Parade in beautiful downtown Island Pond organized by the American Legion Brighton Post #80.
This event will honor those that have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Tickets may be purchased at http://Tickets.VisitIslandPond.com or in person at The Hearth & Home Country Store in downtown Island Pond.
