First-time access to Puzzle Mania at Monson General Store
MONSON — For the first time, word game lovers can now grab a copy of the coveted Puzzle Mania print issue from New York Times Games for free while dining at the Monson General Store, while supplies last.
The highly anticipated Puzzle Mania print issue has become a holiday tradition for puzzlers everywhere, often selling out immediately at newsstands. Fans eagerly mark the release date on their calendars, racing to grab a copy, and diving into puzzles with loved ones.
This year, NYT Games is bringing the joy of its largest puzzle of the year to restaurants and local establishments in the most remote corners of the U.S., where the print paper is often hard to come by. By giving crossword enthusiasts across the nation, the opportunity to sip, savor and solve over 50 riffs of fan-favorites like Wordle, Connections, and more, NYT Games is making sure everyone can enjoy the classic holiday tradition of gathering around the table and puzzling with friends and family – no matter where they reside.
In addition to Monson, Puzzle Mania will be available in the jungles of Hawaii, the remote islands of Michigan and more. The full list of participating locations can be found at https://www.nytimes.com/events/puzzlemania#faq.
For those unable to grab a copy at Monson General Store, Puzzle Mania is also available for sale through The New York Times Store. More details about this year’s Puzzle Mania can be found online. A blog post with additional information is also available at https://www.nytimes.com/events/puzzlemania#faq.
Puzzle Mania is an annual print-exclusive issue from New York Times Games that features the most anticipated puzzles of the year from the publication’s esteemed puzzle editors. This year’s edition includes the famed Super Mega Crossword, which is more than four times the size of the daily crossword and has over 700 answers. The section also features a record total of 50 puzzles — from riffs on Wordle, Spelling Bee, Connections, and the Mini, to brand-new logic puzzles. Puzzle Mania takes many solvers days to finish, making it the best activity for connecting with friends and family at the holiday table this season.