Alcohol is present at 90% of parties held at this Massachusetts venue.
While some parties, especially those organized for children, do not serve alcohol to maintain a family-friendly atmosphere, it is particularly interesting to observe the driest towns in Massachusetts.
In these towns, the sale of alcoholic beverages is generally prohibited by local laws or regulations, making them notable examples of communities with strict liquor restrictions. These towns often have longstanding policies that reflect local values emphasizing sobriety and family welfare, and they stand out compared to neighboring areas where alcohol sales are permitted.
Mass.gov has published a list of the driest towns in Massachusetts.
- Alford –Berkshire County
- Dunstable –Middlesex County
- Chilmark –Dukes County
- Gosnold‐Dukes County
- Hawley���Franklin County
- Montgomery‐Hampden County
- West Hampton‐Hampshire County
- Mount Washington ‐ Berkshire County
A town in Massachusetts is the exact opposite of dry.
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