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(Information is subject to change)
Fridays in January
Friday Morning Birders
8:15-11:45am
New birds, new destinations every week. No preregistration necessary, but don’t be late! $15; $12 Mass Audubon members.
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
2000 Main Street,
Marshfield MA
781-837-9400
southshore@massaudubon.org
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, January 1-3
Jenney Grist Mill-School Vacation
12noon-6pm
Bring the family and enjoy an ice cream or a corn muffin, cider, coffee or hot chocolate while sitting in the most historic Mill in our country! Stop by and meet Leo, our costumed Miller. Children will find other surprises inside the 1636 Mill. Admission is free!
Jenney Grist Mill
6 Spring Lane, Plymouth MA
508-747-4544
info@jenneygristmill.org
www.jenneygristmill.org
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, January 1-3
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
Saturday, January 9
First Birds at Daniel Webster
9-11am
What will your first bird of 2010 be? Why not make it a northern harrier or rough-legged hawk? Join us for a free walk on the Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary. FREE!
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
Winslow Cemetery Road,
Marshfield MA
781-837-9400
southshore@massaudubon.org
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Saturday, January 9
Hoot and Howl
6:30-8 p.m.
There’ll be lots of hooting going on as we search for owls on the North River Wildlife Sanctuary, warm up with some hot cocoa and then work on our owl craft for kids! $11; $8 Mass Audubon member adults; $9; $6 Mass Audubon member kids.
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
2000 Main Street,
Marshfield MA
781-837-9400
southshore@massaudubon.org
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Tuesday, January 12
Somethin’s Brewin Coffee Café-Mini Seminar
6:30-7:30pm
Week 1 of the 4 week series is Stress Management - Turn stress into calmness in minutes. All the proceeds will support the R & R Day Retreats for underserved women, such as victims of domestic violence, cancer survivors and homeless. To register call Joanie at 508-247-2750.
Somethin’s Brewin Coffee Café
241 Main Street, Lakevile, MA
508-946-5055
www.somethinsbrewin.com
Thursday, January 14
Hull Lifesaving Museum First Thursday Lecture Series
7pm
Please join us as we welcome Cohasset resident and author Paul Fiori. For his recent book, "On Grampus Ledge", Paul extensively researched the Wreck of the Brig St. John, one of the most tragic maritime disasters in South Shore and New England history. The wreck of the St. John resulted in the devastating loss of life of more than 100 Irish immigrants on board the ill-fated vessel. $3 members, $5 non-members
Hull Lifesaving Museum
1117 Nantasket Ave, Hull
781-925-5433
www.lifesavingmuseum.org
Friday, January 15
Winter Art Show - Reception
6-8pm
Show runs January 15 through March 27, 2010. Hours are
Monday-Saturday 10am-8pm & Sunday 10am-4pm.
The Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street, Plymouth MA
508-746-7222
www.plymouthguild.org
Friday, January 15
Opening Reception "Water"
6-8pm
South Shore Art Center Gallery Artists juried by Jennifer Wood. Exhibition runs January 15-February 21. Hours are Mon-Sat 10-4 & Sun 12-4.
South Shore Art Center
119 Ripley Road, Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
Friday, January 15
Constellation Investigations - The North Star & Company
6:30-8pm
Some basic astronomy for the young ones, followed by crafts inspired by the night sky! $11; $8 Mass Audubon member adults; $9; $6 Mass Audubon member kids.
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
2000 Main Street,
Marshfield MA
781-837-9400
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Saturday, January 16
Owls and Omelets
5:30-8am
Yes, A.M.! We’ll be searching the North River Wildlife Sanctuary for great horned and screech owls, then heading indoors for a fully-cooked, piping hot breakfast! Limited to 8 participants.
$25; $20 Mass Audubon members.
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
2000 Main Street,
Marshfield MA
781-837-9400
southshore@massaudubon.org
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Saturday, January 16
Nature Nut Club
9:30-11:30am
Kids 7-10! Come play with us! We’ll explore the outdoors, by the brook, in the woods, in the fields, and discover what other kids miss by staying indoors. $10; $8 Mass Audubon members.
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
2000 Main Street,
Marshfield MA
781-837-9400
southshore@massaudubon.org
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Saturday, January 16
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa
Mobfather
7:30pm
Attend the 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's no way out until the family honor has been restored and the killer captured. Cost of $45pp plus tax and administrative fee includes Buffet Dinner & Show.
Call for reservations at 508-746-7100.
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer St., Plymouth, MA
www.johncarverinn.com
Sunday, January 17
Monthly Lecture Series - Pro-Am Historical Highlights
2pm
Faith Jean, longtime resident of Brant Rock and active in town governance, will discuss the colorful and rich history of this fishing center, vacation destination and residential village of Marshfield.
Held at the upstairs meeting room of the Marcia Thomas House, 65 Webster St., Marshfield. There will be a small admission fee & refreshments will be served.
Marshfield Historical Society
65 Webster Street, Marshfield MA
781-834-0100
www.marshfieldhistoricalsociety.org
Thursday, January 21
Plymouth Local Foods Winter Market
2:30-6:30pm
Come visit The Farmer's Market on the third Thursday of each month for a market, music and movie gathering! Held at Plimoth Plantation, indoors of course! Also, while you are here, enjoy the movie Fresh, which celebrates the farmers, thinkers and business people across America who are re-inventing our food system. Not rated. Recommended donation is $5. and 50% of the monies raised will be directed to the Plymouth Food Warehouse. For more information call 508-732-9962 or visit www.plymouthfarmersmarket.org
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth MA
Saturday, January 23
Snowy Owl Prowl
9-11am
Join us as we rumble down Duxbury Beach in search of this mysterious winter visitor! $18; $15 Mass Audubon members. Meet at Duxbury Beach, across the Powder Point Bridge.
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
781-837-9400
southshore@massaudubon.org
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
Saturday, January 23
Saturday
Family Studios - Story Time! Basic Bookmaking
10am-12pm
Learn how to make your own book! Each child will create two books using traditional techniques. All materials are included. Advance registration is strongly recommended, space is limited. Mem: $8 & NonMem: $10
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street,
Brockton MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Saturday, January 23
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa
Joey Canzano's Musical & Comedy Cabaret
7:30pm
Featuring some of the area’s best comics performing just for you, hosted and emceed by Joey Canzano! Of course, Joey will also perform some of his classic musical renditions as well. Cost of $45pp plus tax and administrative fee includes Buffet Dinner & Show.
Call for reservations at 508-746-7100.
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer St., Plymouth, MA
www.johncarverinn.com
Saturday, January 23
Driftwood Folk Cafe - Red Molly with opening act Jenny Goodspeed
8pm
Red Molly consistently brings concert-goers to their feet with stunning three-part harmonies, crisp musicianship and a warm, engaging stage presence. 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
508-224-7024
driftwoodfolkcafe@comcast.net
www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com
Sunday, January 24
Alligators & Crocodiles Rainforest Reptile Shows
1:30-2:30pm
It's a fun and educational show for the family! Learn about alligators and crocodiles and what the difference is between them. This show is recommended for children ages 3 and up, accompanied by an adult.
Sign-up early as space is limited.
South Shore Natural Science Center
48 Jacobs Lane, Norwell, MA
781-659-2559
www.ssnsc.org
Tuesday-Thursday, January 26-28
Pro-Am Historical Highlights Lectures on Community Cable
“Tuskegee Airmen of Marshfield”
Previous lectures now on cable. Tues. Jan. 26, 7:30pm - Eugene Jackson, “Tuskegee Airmen of Marshfield”; Wed. Jan. 27, 6pm - Faith Jean “The History of Brant Rock”; Thurs. Jan. 28, 4pm - Eugene Jackson, “Tuskegee Airmen of Marshfield”. Comcast subscribers: Channel 13 and Verizon subscribers: Channel 34.
Marshfield Historical Society
65 Webster Street,
Marshfield, MA
781-834-0100
Friday & Saturday, January 29-30
Drowned Hogs Weekend
Featuring The Drowned Hog Ball on Friday night at 8pm, and Saturday at Noon the 15th Annual Drowned Hog Swim at Nantasket Beach, along with the Soup & Chowder Festival at the Clarion Hotel Ballroom, featuring over two dozen soups and chowders from some of Hull's best restaurants
Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce
781.925.9980
www.nantasketbeachhotel.com
www.hullnantasketchamber.com
Friday, January 29
Lecture Series - Our Artistic Journeys
6:30pm
This first of three fun and educational talks highlights the work of Ronald Wilson, color photographer, and Anne Heywood, painter, both gallery co-owners and well-established artists. Each will explain, with pictures and firsthand stories, the “who, what, why, and where” behind their creative work. Lectures are free, but reservations are requested since seating is limited.
Wilson & Heywood Gallery
17 Main Street
Plymouth, MA
508-732-0170
info@wilsonandheywoodgallery.com
www.wilsonandheywoodgallery.com
Saturday, January 30
13th Annual Winterfest Book Sale
10am-1pm
Held in the Otto Fehlow Meeting Room. Take advantage of our preview hours from 8-10am for a $10.00 admission charge; just come to the side door. General admission sale is free of charge and begins when the library main doors open at 10am. There are always many hardcover and paperback books available. For more information call or visit:
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-830-4250
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Saturday, January 30
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa
Joe DeVito Comedy Stage Hypnotist
7:30pm
Joe is the heavyweight of adult comedy stage hypnotists. From missing undergarments to other hilarious R-rated antics, this show has it all. Don’t SEE the show, BE the show. Mature content.
Call for reservations at 508-746-7100.
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer St., Plymouth, MA
www.johncarverinn.com
Sunday, January 31
Baby Bonanza
12-6pm
Held at the Independence Mall in Kingston. Come and see everything for Babys and Toddlers in one place. Daycares, preschools, product demonstrations and entertainment.
Independence Mall
101 Independence Mall Way
Kingston, MA
781-585-8900
www.independencemall.com
Sunday, January 31
Exibitions Opening Celebration
2-5pm
Come meet the artists, view the works, enjoy refreshments, and meet and mingle with other patrons of Fuller Craft Museum. Celebrate the openings of two new exhibitions. Running January 30-May 9, Crossroads/New and Recent Quilts with Nancy Crow, with a lecture at 12:30pm, and running through July 18, On the Line with Frank and Francine T. Ozerekoas.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street,
Brockton MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
WHAT'S OPEN DURING THE WINTER?
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
IN COHASSET:
South Shore Art Center
Offering exhibitions and gallery programs, sales of fine arts and studio crafts, courses and workshops, outreach to schools, and special events.
119 Ripley Road
Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
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
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
IN MARSHFIELD:
Mass Audubon South Shore Sanctuaries
A variety of classes, events, camps, kid's activities & more!
2000 Main Street
Marshfield, MA
781-837-9400
www.massaudubon.org/southshore
IN PLYMOUTH:
Dead of Night Ghost Tours
Just because Halloween is over doesn’t mean the Plymouth spirits have flown away.
Meet at the black hearse by Plymouth Rock.
508-866-5111
www.deadofnightghosttours.com
Jenney Grist Mill
Saturdays & Sundays in January 12noon - 4pm
Meet the Miller and hear how the Jenney Mill was the beginning of free-trade and industry in our country. Enjoy an ice cream, cider, coffee or hot chocolate in the most historic Mill in our country!
Jenney Grist Mill
6 Spring Lane, Plymouth MA
508-747-4544
www.jenneygristmill.org
Plimoth Cinema - An Education
January 15-28 -
Fri. & Sat.4:30 & 7 pm; Sun-Thurs.4:30pm
Carey Mulligan (Bleak House) stars as Jenny, a young woman full of promise and intent to study at Oxford. But meeting an older man (Peter Sarsgaard) leads Jenny to believe that she can learn things outside the classroom, casting doubt on her future plans. Rated PG-13, 1hr & 35 min.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org/features/cinema/
Plimoth Plantation
Although closed to the public until Opening Day, March 20, 2010, educational programs and workshops are offered year round for groups. Also, every Thursday from 2:30-6:30pm the Plymouth Local Foods Winter Market takes place in the Visitor Center.
(see Thursday listings above)
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org
Pilgrim Hall Museum
America's Museum of
Pilgrim Possessions
75 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Plymouth Center for the Arts
Featuring ongoing exhibits and various classes for adults, teens and kids.
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7222
www.plymouthguild.org