All discounts listed in the Tip Sheet can be found at mtabenefits.com
Anticipation for the holiday season is often full of excitement. Everyone looks forward to favorite traditions, such as decorating our homes, gathering with family and friends, sharing favorite dishes, and finding the perfect gift. Sometimes, the perfect gift means an item, at other times it might mean time spent connecting with a loved one. This season, MTA members can support small businesses, whether that means purchasing a gift or sharing an experience. Always remember to use your MTA member discount to save money.
Choosing the perfect gift for someone is an art form – and depending on the recipient it can be fairly easy or quite challenging. Here are a few unique ideas to help in the quest for the ideal gift:
COFFEE LOVERS are often loyal to their favorite brand of coffee, but if they haven’t tried Fogbuster Coffee Works, their loyalty could change. Fogbuster Coffee, located in Greenfield, uses air roasting technology that removes the burned byproducts found in many other coffees. MTA members save 10 percent on their purchase, so add another bag to your cart for yourself.
GIFT AND HOME DÉCOR stores are a great place to browse when your list includes recipients who seem to have it all. You’ll find a little bit of everything – from decorative home décor and fragrance to apparel and books. Beautiful Things in Westport offers members a 20 percent discount on a purchase and Brissonté Gifts & Home Décor in North Reading has a 10 percent discount off regular-priced items in the store.
JEWELRY is a wonderful option to mark a special occasion or celebrate someone special in your life. The Whitney Gordon’s Jewelers in Hingham has been offering an MTA member discount for 20 years. Their wide selection and incredible customer service will ensure you find just the right piece. MTA members save 10 percent on an in-stock purchase.
WINTER is coming and for many New Englanders, that means outdoor activites such as skiing or snowboarding. Luckily, there are many spots in the area that offer MTA member discounts. At Berkshire East Mountain Resort in Charlemont, members save 10 percent on lift tickets and at Wachusett Mountain in Princeton, the discount is $5 off for each lift ticket. Prefer more level terrain? Head to Harris Farm X-C Ski Center in Dayton, Maine, and save $3 on a trail pass for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
ACTIVITIES such as rollerskating at Interskate 91 in Wilbraham is a great way to spend the day. For MTA members, it’s buy one admission, get one free. New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill in Boylston is a beautiful spot, no matter the season. Don’t miss "Gnomevember" through the month of November, when gnomes pop up in the garden, adding some whimsy to your stroll. MTA members receive free admission.
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT lovers can choose among plenty of shows and discounts! Purchase tickets to a show at Music Worcester, and save 20 percent when you buy two tickets. Checking out a movie? Head to Central Square Theater in Cambridge for half-off full price tickets.
There are many small businesses that have been supporting MTA members for years with discount offers. Let’s support them this holiday season while we focus on quality time with loved ones.
For a full list of discounts, visit mtabenefits.com/discounts.
