Unique Shopping Opportunities in December
Plimoth Plantation’s Retail Shops
9am-4:30pm, daily; 9am-12 noon-December 24th
Whimsical toys and traditional games, unique jewelry (from silver to sea glass, wampum to birch bark), Byers Choice and Jim Shore, gifts and accessories for the home, tasty gourmet foods and a great selection of books for all ages. The original work of Wampanoag and other Eastern Woodlands artists and craftspeople is featured in the Native Shop.
Complimentary holiday refreshments daily.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org
The Old North Street Tea & Curiosity Shop
Call for hours
Featuring Improper Bostonian Tea & tea from around the world, jams & preserves, old books, pewter, items new and old.
The Old North Street Tea & Curiosity Shop
31 North Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1014
www.tea-in-plymouth.com
Out of the Ordinary Gift Shop
11am-3pm Tuesdays-Saturdays
Featuring unique gift items such as books and prints, the Out of the Ordinary Gift Shop is now open at Old Derby Academy at the:
Hingham Historical Society
34 Main Street
Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Pilgrim Hall Museum's Gift Shop
9:30-4:30 daily
Featuring a high quality assortment of gifts, including books for adults and children, fine reproductions of Pilgrim Hall artifacts, gift items related to our collections, gifts and gift baskets, and still more books!
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Body Bazaar at Fuller Craft Museum
10am-5pm
Give the Gift of Handmade!Choose from an array of the best in handmade jewelry, hats, scarves, textiles, home wares, accessories and gifts that everyone in the family will love! Shop any weekend in December to receive a special 10% discount on all of our gifts from carefully selected artists and vendors from around New England and the country.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street
Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
John Carver Inn Gift Shop
Call for hours
A truly unique treasure trove of gifts, featuring historical Plymouth gifts, books and magazines, unique jewelry, fine collectibles, home accessories, gorgeous prints of picturesque Plymouth MA, lighthouse sweatshirts and more. Also offering John Carver Inn & Spa products including Indoor Theme Pool T-shirts, mugs and more - the perfect memento of your wonderful stay!
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7100
www.johncarverinn.com
Common Sense Wholesome Food Market
Mon-Thur 9am-7pm, Fri 9am-4pm,
Closed Saturday, Sun 10am-5pm
Featuring 100% Pure Beeswax Candles, Yerba Mate teas, locally raised natural beef, free of Growth Hormones and Antibiotics, Salt Works Sea Salt, our Certified Organic Mascavo sugar, Burt's Bees and natural body care products, and much more.
Common Sense Wholesome Food Market
53 Main Street
Plymouth, MA
508-732-0427
www.commonsensemarket.com
Through December
National Drawing Show
Celebrate the diversity of drawing, juried by Rachel Rosenfield Lafo, the Director of Curatorial Affairs at the DeCordova Museum. A large variety of original works will be on display and for sale.
South Shore Art Center
119 Ripley Road
Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
December-January 4
Christmas Festival of Lights
4-9pm weekdays; 2-9pm weekends
Visit the largest light display in New England with over 7 million lights throughout the park, a 2-mile train ride, animated holiday displays, an indoor play area, visits with Santa, and Friday fireworks in December.
Closed Christmas Day.
Edaville USA
7 EDA Avenue
Carver, MA
508-866-8190
www.edaville.com
Fridays in December
Friday Morning Birders
8:15-11:45 am
Different birds, different destinations every week.
Mass Audubon
North River Wildlife Sanctuary
2000 Main Street
Marshfield, MA
781-837-9400
www.massaudubon.org
Monday, December 1
Beth MacLeod, Mezzo-soprano
7pm
Director, teacher and opera producer, Beth MacLeod will perform highlights from her many roles and will also sing lovely holiday songs. This Free program is held in the Otto Fehlow Meeting Room of the fully accessible Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. in Plymouth. No registration required. For more information call 508-830-4250.
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Wednesday, December 3
Boxwood Workshop
10am-12 Noon or 7-9pm
Create a holiday centerpiece, a tabletop tree or wreath at this annual workshop. Bring a pair of small pruning shears and a box to bring your creation home in. All materials are included in the program fee. Pre-register by Wednesday, November 26th. $27Mem/$32 Non-mem.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane
Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
jazanow@ssnsc.org
www.ssnsc.org
Wednesday, December 3
Contemporary Studio's
Craft & Cocktails
6-8pm
Enjoy Fuller Craft Museum's relaxed atmosphere, live music, distinctive cocktails and food for the senses crafted in our own artKitchen, the café Fuller Craft Museum. This is a FREE event but RSVP is required by December 1st. Contact Lenka Kiss at lkiss@fullercraft.org or call Lenka at 508.588.6000 ext 137.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street
Brockton, MA
www.fullercraft.org
Thursday, December 4
Breakfast with Santa
8-10am
Includes breakfast, storytelling and special time with Santa! Bring your cameras for a special photo of your child. Space is limited and advance reservations are required.
Imagination Island
12 Resnik Road, #5
Plymouth, MA
508-747-7447
www.imaginationislandusa.com
Thursday through Sunday, December 4-7
Buckley Performing Arts Center Presents "Urinetown"
Sat. & Sun. 3pm;
Thurs. Fri. & Sat. 8pm
A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. Held at the Buckley Performing Arts Center on the Brockton campus of Massasoit Community College, One Massasoit Blvd. off Route 27 across from Christo's. Tickets are $16 general public, $14 students and senior citizens; all seats reserved. The theatre has convenient wheelchair access and has well lit parking. For tickets, call 508-427-1234.
Friday through Sunday, December 5-7
Annual Holiday House Tour & Preview Party
6-8pm Fri.-Preview Party; 10am-4pm Sat/Sun-Tours; 11am-2pm lunch
Sponsored by Plymouth Rock Studios, these annual tours feature graceful private residences from the Pinehills to the historic homes of Leyden Street, all beautifully decorated for the holidays. Tickets are limited and gourmet luncheon is included with the tours. The Preview Party, held at Pilgrim Hall Museum, includes delectable tapas and hor d'oeuvres by Sabor, and delicious beers and wines from Pioppis. Call for reservations for both.
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Friday through Sunday, December 5-7
19th Annual Festival of Trees
This annual event held at Plimoth Plantation features more than 50 christmas trees are spectacularly decorated by area families, organizations and individuals. All proceeds benefit Cranberry Hospice. For more information call 781-934-7778 or visit www.cranberryhospice.org/festival
Friday, December 5
Christmas in Historic Plymouth
5-9pm
Along Main Street, to Town Square/First Parish Church/The Church of the Pilgrimage, St. Peter's Church Parish Center and Memorial Hall. There will be Crafts, Carolers, Hayrides, Karate Demonstrations, Illumination of two Christmas Trees and Santa's arrival shortly before 6pm, plus much more! Call 508-830-1040 for more information.
Friday, December 5
Hingham's Christmas in the Square
6-8pm
Come to Hingham's Main & North Streets to enjoy a scene reminiscent of a Norman Rockwell painting. At 6:30pm Santa arrives with a dramatic touch. The jolly old elf and his entourage will make their way through the crowd to Santa’s great armchair where he’ll visit with children and listen to their holiday wish lists through out the evening. Check Saturday, December 6 for more fun events.
781-635-2344
info@discoverhingham.com
www.discoverhingham.com
Friday, December 5
Holiday at Hogwarts
6:00-8:00pm
Enjoy a Friday evening “Harry Potter” style, dress in your best Hogwarts clothes (optional ) and enjoy a night of magical merriment! Enter free raffle to win two tickets to the new “Harry Potter” movie! Pre-registration required. $20 mem/$25 non-members. For children Grade 1 and up. Additional siblings $3 discount.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane
Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
jazanow@ssnsc.org
www.ssnsc.org
Friday, December 5
Brewster Gardens Holiday Lighting
6:30-10pm
Lights go on at 6:30pm and 3D glasses are available in downtown stores for spectacular viewing of 3 dimensional images of Frosty and snowflakes. There will be Christmas Carols sung by the Plymouth South High School Chorus and Hot Chocolate and Christmas Cookies will be available. Brewster Gardens/Town Brook is located just south of Plymouth Rock on Water Street in Plymouth.
Friday, December 5
Holiday Pub Night with the Jolly Rogues
7pm
Raise a Pint to the Holiday Season with Celtic Tunes & Hearty Pub Fare! A holiday favorite returns as the museum is
transformed into a festive neighborhood
tavern, with delicious soups and stews from local eateries and beers generously donated by Harpoon Brewery! Call or email for tickets,which are $25.mem/$30 non-mem. All proceeds benefit the museum's education programs.
Hull Lifesaving Museum
1117 Nantasket Avenue
Hull, MA
781-925-5433
info@hulllifesavingmuseum.org
www.lifesavingmuseum.org
Friday, December 5
Dave & JJ
8:45pm-midnight
"In the jungle, the mighty jungle"....Held at the Run of the Mill Tavern, 6 Spring Lane in Plymouth.
Michael R. Landers
Owner/Producer/Performing Musician
Plymouth, MA
508-747-7727
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com
Saturday, December 6
Hingham's Christmas in the Square
10am-4pm; 12-3pm Hayrides
Free family fun throughout historic downtown Hingham, including horse-drawn hayrides, Carolers, the Bell Tower change ringers, holiday crafts and treats, a silent auction, woolly alpacas at the Alpaca Suri shop, and 'The Festival of Trees’ wonderland of decorated trees and gingerbread houses at the Old Derby Academy on 34 Main Street.
781-635-2344
info@discoverhingham.com
www.discoverhingham.com
Saturday, December 6
Christmas in the Park
10am-3pm; 10am-12pm Face Painting; 11am-12pm Storytelling
This annual event begins at 10am at the Onset Bay Association Office, 4 Union Ave. with face painting. Also featuring hot chocolate & goodies, storytelling in the Heaven & Earth Bookstore on Onset Ave., a Talking Christmas Tree, hayrides and the arrival of Santa at noon on an Onset Firetruck.
Onset Bay Association Office
508-295-7072
www.onsetvillage.com
Saturday, December 6
Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
1:30 – 3:30pm, Horticulture Center
Bob Hoxie and Lori Danek of the Horticulture Department will teach you the process of making evergreen wreaths. All materials will be provided and Lori and Bob will help you create a beautiful wreath to take home.
Member: $40, Non-member: $55.
Reservations required by December 1.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622 ext 8213
www.plimoth.org
Saturday, December 6
The Pinehills 4th Annual Holidays on the Green
2-6pm
Held on the Village Green, this is a fun, FREE event with holiday performances, a Reindog Parade, pictures with Santa, a petting zoo, cookie and ornament decorating and Christmas tree lighting. There will also be the gingerbread house silent auction (to benefit the Plymouth food pantry) and a Holiday Arthouse Boutique.
The Pinehills
Exit 3 off Rte. 3
Plymouth, MA
508-209-2000
www.pinehills.com
Saturday, December 6
Celtic Seisiun
5:30-9pm
Held at the Run of the Mill Tavern, 6 Spring Lane in Plymouth.
Michael R. Landers
Owner/Producer/Performing Musician
Plymouth, MA
508-747-7727
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com
Sunday, December 7
Body Bazaar Opening Reception
12-5pm
Receive special savings on an array of beautiful hand-crafted gifts for the whole family, made by real craft artists from around the country.
During this special one day event visitors can save 10% on all their purchases or become a member and save 15-20%.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street
Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Sunday, December 7
Sunday Afternoon Concerts
4:00pm
Enjoy the New Piano Quartet, violin, viola, cello and piano.
Admission is free and seating is limited.
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634, ext.15
info@artcomplex.org
www.artcomplex.org
Monday, December 8
Traditional Celtic Holiday Music
7pm
Enjoy the lyrical Lindsays perform with fiddler Nikki Engstrom, and get your toes tapping to the rhythmic Irish sound for the holidays. This Free program is held in the Otto Fehlow Meeting Room of the fully accessible Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. in Plymouth. No registration required. For more information call 508-830-4250.
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Tuesday, December 9
“Marketing Your Business: An Entrepreneurial Approach”
9am
The Community Bank is hosting its next in a series of seminars helping to connect women business owners with the experts and resources to grow their business. Jill Sasso Curtis, Principal of New Millennium Marketing, will share innovative, cost-effective marketing strategies. Held at Thorny Lea Golf Club in Brockton. Registration will be online only. Kindly visit www.communitybank.com to register by 12/2. Seating is limited to 50 guests and is not open to members of the financial services industry.
Thursday, December 11
Holiday Business After Hours
5-7pm
Held at the Bridgewater Credit Union on 75 Main Street in Bridgewater. For more information call the Chamber Office at 508-947-1499.
Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce
40 N. Main Street
Middleboro, MA
info@cranberrycountry.org
www.cranberrycountry.org
Friday, December 12
Chambers & Tobias
8:45pm-Midnight
Held at the Run of the Mill Tavern, 6 Spring Lane in Plymouth.
Michael R. Landers
Owner/Producer/Performing Musician
Plymouth, MA
508-747-7727
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com
Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14
King Caesar Holiday House Tours - “A Christmas Wish”
11-12pm Sat.-Santa's Story Hour; Tours 12-6pm Sat. & 12-4pm Sun.
Teams of local designers will decorate each room with different holiday wishes in mind. There will be a Holiday Boutique offering jewelry, crafts, and other unique gifts for sale from local South Shore artisans, and Santa will tell children a little bit about how he got started on his career and read a few of his favorite holiday stories. Tickets for tours are $10 for adults, $5 for students/seniors and children under 6 are admitted free.
King Caesar House
120 King Caesar Road
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6016
aarnold@duxburyhistory.org
www.duxburyhistory.org
Saturday & Sunday, December 13 & 14
Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra - Holiday Pops
8pm Saturday; 3pm Sunday
Joining the orchestra once again are the Pilgrim Festival Chorus, the Federal Furnace School Treble Chorus, much-loved holiday favorites and the very-popular indoor parade, “March of the Toys,” a charity toy drive by kids, for kids and much more! See website for further information.
The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra
Plymouth Memorial Hall
83 Court Street (Rte.3A)
Plymouth, MA
508-746-8008
c.ford@plymouthphil.org
www.plymouthphil.org
Saturday, December 13
Holiday Gifts Workshop
9:30-11:00am
Create special handmade gifts for the holidays. Fee includes supplies. Pre-Registration required, $20 mem/$25 non-mem. For Kindergarten through Grade 5. Additional siblings $3 discount.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane
Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
jazanow@ssnsc.org
www.ssnsc.org
Saturday, December 13
Driftwood Folk Cafe-Brooks Williams with opening act Danielle Miraglia
7:30pm
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, December 14
Portraits in Charcoal - An Artist's Demonstration
1-4pm
The Hingham Historical Society welcomes artist Vcevy Strekalovsky to the Old Derby Academy, where he will be doing portrait sketches in the Society’s Gift Shop. Rendered in charcoal on artist’s paper, the portraits are unique artworks can be framed to give as last-minute gifts for the holidays. Cider and coffee will be served, and visitors are welcome to browse the recently opened Out of the Ordinary Gift Shop while waiting for their portrait.
Hingham Historical Society
34 Main Street
Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Sunday, December 14
Holiday Handmade Books
1:30-3:30pm
Make a book for keeping treasured holiday memories! Ages 5 to adult. This event is free but pre-registration is required.
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634
info@artcomplex.org
www.artcomplex.org
Wednesday, December 17
O Wondrous Night-The Nativity in Word & Song
10:30am
The Broad Cove Chorale tells the Christmas story in songs. Poetry will also be interspersed with the choral pieces and solo piano pieces as well. This Free program is held in the Otto Fehlow Meeting Room of the fully accessible Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. in Plymouth. No registration required. For more information call 508-830-4250.
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Wednesday, December 17
Third Annual Winter Costume Ball
7pm
Children of all ages are welcome to come in costume and enjoy treats, dancing, crafts and more. Tickets are available starting December 3rd in the Children's Room. Held at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. in Plymouth. For more information call 508-830-4250.
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Friday, December 19
4th Annual Santa Sleigh Ride
6-9:30pm
Bring the whole family and join Santa on his sleigh for a ride around Plymouth's historic waterfront powered by Hobby Knoll's Clydesdale Horses. Free hot cider, hot chocolate & refreshments. Proceeds to benefit Cabbyshack's annual "Foster Children's Christmas Party".
Cabbyshack
30 Town Wharf
Plymouth, MA
508-746-5354
www.cabbyshack.com
Friday, December 19
The Best Of Broadway "Holiday on Broadway"
7:30pm
Combining seasonal music from Broadway, film and television as well as hilarious twists on your favorite holiday songs. Come and celebrate Christmas, Channukah, Kwanza and Three Kings Day as we take you on a musical journey around the globe.
Plymouth Memorial Hall
83 Court Street (Rte.3A)
Plymouth, MA
508-747-1622
www.MemorialHall.com
Saturday, December 20
Feed & Meet the Animals
10am - Feeding; 2pm - Meet an animal
Come watch a naturalist feed the animals at the Nature Center. Learn more about what some turtles eat, where some amphibians live, and other interesting things about the animals in the EcoZone. Meet and learn more about one of our animals when a naturalist brings it out for a visit.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane
Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
www.ssnsc.org
Saturday, December 20
The Enchanted Storybook Village at Colony Place
Storybooks Come to Life - Strawberry Shortcake
11am-12pm
Located next to Bath & Body Works,
inside the Enchanted Storybook Village where there are 20 amazing trees decorated like different storybook characters,
gigantic gingerbread house, life-size nutcrackers, huge inflatables and more! FREE photos with Santa (bring your camera).
Colony Place
174 Colony Place
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7663
www.colonyplace.com
Friday, December 26
Boxing Day
10am Trail Walk & 2pm Meet an Animal
Looking for something to do with the family? The Science Center will be open and offers drop in programs. Free with paid admission. Learn more about an animal at the Science Center.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane
Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
jazanow@ssnsc.org
www.ssnsc.org
Friday, December 26
Arythmia
8:45pm-midnight
Held at the Run of the Mill Tavern, 6 Spring Lane in Plymouth.
Michael R. Landers
Owner/Producer/Performing Musician
Plymouth, MA
508-747-7727
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com
Saturday, December 27
Celtic Seisiun
5:30-9pm
Held at the Run of the Mill Tavern, 6 Spring Lane in Plymouth.
Michael R. Landers
Owner/Producer/Performing Musician
Plymouth, MA
508-747-7727
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com
Monday-Wednesday, December 29-31
December Vacation Week
9:30am-12 Noon or with Lunch bunch until 1PM.
Magic for Muggles for Grades K-2 and Our Big Wide World for children ages 3 ½ to 5 years. Cost per day: $30 mem/$35 non- mem. and additional cost for Lunch Bunch. Pre-registration required.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane
Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
jazanow@ssnsc.org
www.ssnsc.org
Wednesday, December 31
Brockton's Blast into 2009
3pm-1am
Brockton City Hall will be serving
Pizza, French Fries, Hot Dogs & activities include
Face Painting ($1/cheek), Chinese Lanterns, Dutch Pinwheel,
African Masks, Hawaiian Lei's & more. There will be numerous Afternoon Shows & Performances, Evening Festivities for the Whole Family including a
Family Dance Party with DJ and an early ball drop for children
to ring in the New Year at 8pm. At 9pm there's a Teen Dance Party with DJ, Open Mic and Guitar Hero Contest & Adult Festivities with Live entertainment, a DJ & fireworks at midnight!
For more information call Mayor Harrington’s Office at 508-580-7123 or visit www.brockton.ma.us
Wednesday, December 31
New Years Eve Party
8:45pm-midnight
Close out the year with Tex, Mad Dog & the Cat. Held at the Run of the Mill Tavern, 6 Spring Lane in Plymouth. Call 508-830-1262 for details.
Nightlife Music Co.
Plymouth, MA
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com
WHAT'S OPEN DURING THE WINTER?
IN PLYMOUTH:
Golden Gull Studios
Plymouth's Oldest Established Art Gallery
17 South Park Avenue
Plymouth, MA
508-746-8091
www.goldengullstudios.com
Open Mon-Fri 9:30-5:30, Sat 9:30-4:00, Closed Sundays & Holidays
Dasken Gallery
Featuring fine arts and crafts by award-winning local artists.
1 Puritan Place behind the Hyundai Dealership at
356 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
508-591-7600
www.daskengallery.com
Open Sat & Sun 1-5pm or by appointment
Plymouth Guild for the Arts
Jan. 4-Feb.1 - Guild Instructors & Board Show
Sun, January 6 - First jurying of new Gallery Artists at the Center
Sat, January 12 - Jurying of new Gallery Artists at the Center
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7222
www.plymouthguild.org
Open Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm &
Sundays, 12-4pm
Pilgrim Hall Museum
America's Museum of
Pilgrim Possessions
75 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Open 9:30-4:30 daily through Dec.30; Closed Jan., Re-opens Feb.1
IN BROCKTON:
Fuller Craft Museum
Let the Art Touch You! A variety of special exhibitions await your discovery. Workshops & special events available for adults & children.
455 Oak Street
Brockton, MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Open Daily 10:00am-5:00pm &
Wed. 10:00am-9:00pm
IN COHASSET:
South Shore Art Center
Open exhibition juried by Gerry Bergstein
119 Ripley Road
Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
Open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm &
Sunday 12–4pm
IN DUXBURY:
The Art Complex Museum
Featuring painting, sculpture, prints and craft objects created by contemporary artists.
189 Alden Street
Duxbury MA
781-934-6634
www.artcomplex.org
Open Year Round, Wednesday-Sunday 1-4pm
IN HULL:
The Hull Lifesaving Museum
Preserves the region's lifesaving tradition and maritime culture through collections, exhibits, experiential and interpretive education, research and service to others.
1117 Nantasket Avenue
Hull, MA
508-925-5433
www.lifesavingmuseum.org
Open Year Round (call for seasonal hours)