Through April 14
Art Exhibit
10am-6pm
The Students of Heidi Mayo invite you to an exciting Art Exhibit featuring the works of 14 very talented artists of all ages at the PACTV Gallery. Admission is free & all are welcome.
PACTV
4 Collins Ave, Plymouth, MA
508-830-6999
www.pactv.org
Month of April
Celebrate Spring at the Jenney Grist Mill
During the month of April, any child 17 and under when accompanied by a paying adult will be admitted free. Spring is here and it is time to come alive! The Native Americans considered spring the beginning of the New Year. This is when the earth comes alive and begins to produce a new life cycle from nature.
Jenney Grist Mill
6 Spring Ln.,
Plymouth, MA
508-747-4544
info@jenneygristmill.org
www.jenneygristmill.org
Through April 30
Photographs of the 1970's: A Visual Retrospective
This exhibit by Wes Ennis will be featured at the Pilgrim Hall Museum. Among the images on display are several titles, including: Souvenirs, Pilgrim Super Drug, Purity Supreme, Smith’s Store, Lobster Hut, Nick’s Lunch and Bernard’s. Visit Ennis’ website at www.wesennis.com for more images of his projects, photojournalism and fine art work.
Pilgrim Hall Museum
79 Court St., Plymouth, MA
508 746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Mid-April to Mid-May
Annual Herring Run
Now is the time to see the river herring make their way up Town Brook to spawn in Billington Sea. Come watch thousands swim their way up Town Brook to the fish ladder at the Grist Mill. Take a tour of the Grist Mill and rediscover an important part of our country's history.
Jenney Grist Mill
6 Spring Ln.,
Plymouth, MA
508-747-4544
info@jenneygristmill.org
www.jenneygristmill.org
Wednesday, April 1
Family Event - Woodturning Demonstration
6pm
This family event will be held in the Studio with Ken Lindgren.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak St., Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Saturday & Sunday, April 4 & 5
Easter Bunny at Colony Place
11am-4pm
Bring your own camera for FREE photos with the Easter Bunny in our beautifully landscaped indoor garden. Held at Colony Place in the Event's Room (next to Bath & Body Works).
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
508-746-7663
www.colonyplace.com
Saturday, April 4
Scout Day
10am-3pm
A day for boy and girl scouts of all levels and ages to come scout out the museum and the Mayflower II, and enjoy activities especially designed for scouts. Scouts must wear an official sash or uniform for FREE admission.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
508 746-1622
www.plimoth.org
Saturday, April 4
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa
Mobfather
7:30pm
You are invited to the Scarplace mansion to attend a surprise 40th birthday party for the Mobfather - leader of the Boston Mafia. But it’s the guests who are surprised when gunshots are fired and the doors are blocked. There is no way out until the family honor has been restored and the killer captured. Enjoy an interactive murder mystery, a delicious meal and great live music. Call for reservations.
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer St., Plymouth, MA
508-746-7100
800-274-1620
www.johncarverinn.com
Sunday, April 5
10th Annual Festival of Foods
2-4pm
Held at the Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor. To benefit Cardiovascular Services. Admission is $10. Contact Shannon Malone with questions at 508-830-2095 or srmalone@jordanhospital.org
Sunday, April 5
Poetry: The Art of Words
3pm
Feature readers are Ottone “Ricky” Riccio & Dolores Stewart Riccio, known as the first couple of poetry on the South Shore. His popular textbook, The Intimate Art of Writing Poetry, was published in 1980 and after six printings is still available and in demand. Delores began her writing career as a poet, but has also authored several cookbooks and penned four linked novels of suspense series, as well as two volumes of stories about famous hauntings. Entrance is on Spooner Ave. & refreshments will be served.
Plymouth Guild for the Arts
11 North St., Plymouth, MA
508-746-7222
www.plymouthguild.org
Sunday, April 5
Concert Series
4pm
Olivia Garnier and Tim Roberts on the piano & cello.
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden St.,
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634
info@artcomplex.org
www.artcomplex.org
Saturday, April 11 (rain date April 18)
Easter Egg Hunt
10am
The Easter Bunny will be hopping down the bunny trail in Tihonet Village. Colored Easter eggs will be hidden for children ages 2 to 8 to find. Bring your basket to collect as many eggs as you can, and keep an eye out for special eggs! Colored eggs are assigned to each age group and there are plenty to go around. All participants will receive a goodie bag from the Easter Bunny after the egg hunt is completed. Don’t forget your Easter basket or your camera! Space is limited, pre-registration and pre-payment is required. The fee is $5 per child.
Tihonet Village Market
146 Tihonet Rd. Wareham, MA
508.295.5437
www.tihonetvillagemarket.com
Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12
Easter Bunny at Colony Place
11am-4pm
Bring your own camera for FREE photos with the Easter Bunny in our beautifully landscaped indoor garden. Held at Colony Place in the Event's Room (next to Bath & Body Works).
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
508-746-7663
www.colonyplace.com
Saturday, April 11
Driftwood Folk Cafe-The Kennedys with opening act Larry Zarella
7:30pm
The Kennedys first CD, "River of Fallen Stars", was awarded the "Indie" award in 1995 for "Best Adult Contemporary CD" by the National Association of Independent Record Distributors. Eight CDs and half a million miles of touring later, they enjoy loyal followings in both the guitar camp and the singer-songwriter set. Enjoy a café-style seating, serving home-baked goods, a variety of tea, soft beverages, and delicious coffee in an alcohol-free and non-smoking venue. Children under 18 are welcome with adult supervision. Tickets may be purchased at the door before the show (if available), or in advance by visiting www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com
Kendall Hall at First Parish Church
19 Town Square,
Plymouth, MA
Monday, April 13
Family Event - Basketmaking Demonstration
6pm
This family event will be held in the Studio with Noelle Foye.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak St., Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Wednesday, April 15
The Literature of Collecting
7pm
Is everyone a collector of one kind or another? Or, is collecting a behavioral disorder that only affects certain people? Richard Wendorf, the Stanford Calderwood Director and Librarian of the Boston Athenaeum, will be speaking. The cost is $15. for non-members and reservations are requested.
South Shore Art Center
119 Ripley Rd., Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
Friday, April 17
Focus on Figures Juried Art Show Opening
7-10pm
This is a juried show of figurative art in any medium
which features all artists, professional and amateur. $10 donation at the door. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Cash bar. This exhibit runs from April 17 through April 26th at the G.A.R. Hall.
North River Arts Society
157 Old Main St.,
Marshfield Hills, MA
781-837-8091
www.northriverarts.org
Saturday, April 18
Discovery Play Station
9am-5pm
A kid-friendly destination to explore life in the 1600s. "Cook" over a Wampanoag hearth, board a shallop and hoist the flag, and try on Pilgrim clothing! Learn about the Eel River Pond and how its plants and animals are important to both the Wampanoag and colonial people. Try your hand at games from the 17th century, put together puzzles, and have fun with puppets. For ages 3-10.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
508 746-1622
www.plimoth.org
Saturday, April 18
6th Annual Earth Day Sustainable Living Festival
10am-2pm
Held at the Mary Jeannette Murray Bathhouse at Nantasket Beach in Hull. Sponsors, Vendors, Raffle donors, and Volunteers are needed. For more info on being a sponsor or a raffle donor, or if you know of a sustainable living or sustainable energy related business that may want to exhibit at the Festival, please contact:
781-925-9066
nancy@sustainablesouthshore.org
www.sustainablesouthshore.org
Saturday, April 18
Backroads Symposium
"For Lincoln & Liberty": The South Shore in the Civil War
10am-2:30pm
This is event will be held at Allerton Hall, Church of the Pilgrimage, 8 Town Square in Plymouth. Speakers include Mark Schmidt, Peg Baker, Carolyn Ravenscroft, Patrick Browne and Donna Curtin. Cost is $15.pp & includes refreshments & 5 presentations. Registration begins at 9am and lunch break (on your own) at 11:30-1pm.
Plymouth Antiquarian Society
508-746-0012
www.plymouthantiquariansociety.org
Saturday, April 18
Kite Day at Nantasket Beach
10am-3pm
Held at Nantasket Beach, Hull, weather permitting. Lindy, the parachuting Teddy Bear will perform his dare devil jump from a kite, and a kids candy drop is tentatively scheduled for 1:00 PM. This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information call Sea Side Kites at 781-925-3277 or email info@seasidekites.com. This event is sponsored by Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce.
Sunday, April 19
Fashion, Food & Fun
3-4:30pm
Professional runway fashion show featuring all things Spring. Get an inside look at the latest styles this spring in adult and children's fashions from 12 of our great retailers. Held at Croma at Colony Place. $20.pp includes fashion show, hors d'oeuvres and raffle ticket. Plus, a goodie bag for the first 100 guests. Call 508-SHOP-ONE for advanced tickets or visit the Management Office next to DSW. Net proceeds to benefit Family Reach Foundation.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Sunday-Saturday, April 19-25
Kid's Week at Pilgrim Hall
Sunday 2pm; Mon-Sat 2:15-3pm
Sunday starts the week off with Brenner Family Magic, followed by live animal programs each day, presented by the talented naturalist educators of the South Shore Nature Center. In addition, Treasure Hunts will be available all day for the children to do throughout the museum. This will enable them to experience Pilgrim Hall’s permanent exhibitions of the Pilgrims and life in early 17th century Plymouth Colony. Children under 18 are admitted free all day (accompanied by an adult), thanks to sponsors not simply BEADS and The Edgar and Pauline Main Family Foundation.
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court St., Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Monday-Friday, April 20-24
April School Vacation Activities for Kids
Explore the Wampanoag Homesite to see the creation of a mishoon, a Native-style canoe, and play traditional Wampanoag games; get hands on at a 17th-century house-raising and meet Rare Breed animals in the English Village. Specialty programs will be offered FREE with museum admission. Call or visit the website for more information and times of activities.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
508 746-1622
www.plimoth.org
Monday, April 20
Kid's Activities for April Vacation
11am-12noon
Make a Cookie Flower Pot with Sugar Plum Bakery. Cost is $5.00 Per child. Limit of 50 children.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Tuesday, April 21
Kid's Activities for April Vacation
11am-1pm
Come for a FREE Poise, Posture & Confidence Class with Fashion Focus.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Wednesday, April 22
Kid's Activities for April Vacation
11am-12 noon
There will be a FREE Karate Demonstration and mini class with Peter McRae's Karate School for ages 6 & up.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Thursday, April 23
Kid's Activities for April Vacation
11am-12 noon
Reptile & Amphibian Show presented by South Shore Science Center. Cost is $5.00 per child.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Thursday, April 23
Kid's Activities for April Vacation
1-1:30pm ages 4-7; 1:45-2:15pm ages 8-11
Kid's Yoga presented by Be Well Yoga with Gail. 20 kids per session FREE!
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Friday, April 24
Kid's Activities for April Vacation
11am-12 noon
Come & join in the Sports Fun & Games with Jungleplex.
FREE for all ages.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place, Plymouth, MA
www.colonyplace.com
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, April 24-26
American Girl Fashion Show & Tea
Friday & Sunday 12:30 & 4pm; Saturday 10am, 1 & 4pm
Join us for a fun-filled event especially for girls, their families & friends and favorite dolls! A delicious tea will be served in a delightful setting. Enter to win door prizes, and learn how clothing has changed over the years. Step back in time and visit with Wampanoag and Colonial families on Plimoth Plantation’s living history sites before or after the event! Call 508-746-1622, ext. 8103 for tickets. Cost is $57.50pp & $42.50 for Members. Favorite dolls are invited too…reserve a doll’s chair for just $10!
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
www.plimoth.org
Saturday & Sunday, April 25 & 26
Plymouth County Conservation District's Annual Tree, Shrub & Plant Sale
9am-4pm Saturday & 9am-12pm Sunday
Support the PCCD and save on your perennials, bulbs, plants, ornamental trees, shrubs, ground covers, vines and much more! Pick up this year's catalog at the Market or visit www.plymouthcountyconservation.org to view a color catalog. Deadline to order is April 3rd. To place an order call Cara at 508-295-5495 ext 144.
Tihonet Village Market
146 Tihonet Rd. Wareham, MA
508.295.5437
www.tihonetvillagemarket.com
Saturday, April 25
Driftwood Folk Cafe-Gretchen Peters with opening act Lisa Martin
7:30pm
Gretchen Peter's career has brought her to the Grammys twice as a songwriter, and won her a CMA Song Of The Year award for the groundbreaking "Independence Day" performed by Martina McBride.
A café-style seating, serving home-baked goods, a variety of tea, soft beverages, and delicious coffee. This is an alcohol-free and non-smoking venue. Children under 18 are welcome with adult supervision.
Kendall Hall at First Parish Church
19 Town Square,
Plymouth, MA
www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com
Sunday, April 26
Bridal Faire at the Webster Estate
1-4pm
Future brides will enjoy a most special day as our Victorian Mansion becomes the background for a Bridal Faire! Come and meet our talented Caterers, Floral Designers, Photographers, Cake Designers and many other vendors who will work their magic to create the perfect wedding day of your dreams.
Daniel Webster Estate
238 Webster St.,
Marshfield, MA
781-834-0548
www.danielwebsterestate.org
Sunday, April 26
The Craft Collections at LongHouse Reserve
2pm
Presentation by internationally known textile designer Jack Lenor Larsen followed by book signing. Members/Students $7 Non Members $10.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak St., Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Wednesday, April 29
Family Event - Metalsmithing Demonstration
6pm
This family event will be held in the Studio with Tricia Lachowiec.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak St., Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Thursday, April 30
4th Annual Cranberry Hospice “Spring Into Fashion” Show
Fashions by Daisy Riley Clothing & Accessories, and Collections on Court. Held at Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston, MA. Contact Shannon Malone with questions at 508-830-2095 or srmalone@jordanhospital.org