BOOTHBAY HARBOR — Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Boothbay Railway Village, 587 Wiscasset Road, Route 27, for the “Day Out with Thomas: Mystery On The Rails Tour 2012” on Aug. 3 to 5 and Aug 10 to 12.
All little engineers and their families are invited to take a ride on Thomas and participate in Thomasthemed activities.
A news release describes the event as follows:
For 67 years, children have been captivated by the courageous adventures of Thomas and his engine friends.
Pulling out of the station for its 17th consecutive ride on the rails, “Day Out With Thomas” will visit more than 45 cities in the United States and Canada.
“Day Out With Thomas” is the only place for families to take a ride on a 15-ton replica of Thomas, and enjoy Thomas-themed activities at the Imagination Station.
The tour provides a unique, interactive family experience at every station, offering a variety of entertaining activities that reflect the local flavor of each stop.
Activities include:
— A 25-minute (approximate) ride with Thomas.
— Games and activities featuring a mystery element.
— The opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt.
— A Thomas & Friends Imagination Station featuring stamps, temporary tattoos, hands-on arts and crafts, train tables, and coloring sheets.
— Commemorative activities, merchandise and giveaways.
— Storytelling, video viewing and live music.
At Boothbay Railway Village, activities will include access to all museum exhibits, including a model railroad display, an exhibit of more than 50 vintage, classic and antique cars, plus the always popular barrel train, a bounce house and much more.
The approximately 25- minute train ride with Thomas will depart every 45 minutes, rain or shine.
Tickets for the “Day Out With Thomas” are $18 plus tax for ages 2 and up.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-866-468-7630, or by visiting www.ticketweb.com/ thomas.html.
For more information and directions, call Boothbay Railway Village, 633-4727 or visit www.railwayvillage.org.
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