(Information is subject to change)
Through July 2
HGTV Green Home Tours at The Pinehills
10am-4pm
For more information call or visit the website below.
The Pinehills
33 Summerhouse Drive, Plymouth, MA
508-209-2000
www.pinehills.com
Saturday, June 5
National Trails Day
"Plymouth Outdoors", a new Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce program, joins with the American Hiking Society to
inspire the public and trail enthusiasts for a day of educational exhibits, gear demonstrations and instructional workshops. For more information or to list your trail project, nature hike, etc. on the Plymouth Outdoors website, www.plymouthoutdoors.com email dena@plymouthchamber.com or call
508-830-1620.
Sunday, June 6
Tihonet Pond Fishing Derby
4am-3pm
The derby returns to the Massachusetts Statewide Free Fishing Weekend where a fishing license is NOT required to fish! This event is fun for all as kids typically enjoy fishing from the shores of Tihonet Pond and adults seek the biggest bass and bragging rights. All proceeds benefit the Wankinquoah Rod & Gun Club Youth Group. Prizes are awarded in youth and adult categories, food is available and terrific prizes are up for grabs in the club's raffle. Registration forms available at www.admakepeace.com
Tihonet Village Market
158 Tihonet Road, Wareham, MA
508-295-5437
Friday & Saturday, June 11-12
86th Annual Tour of Historic Hingham Homes
This year will be a special 2 day event including a craft fair, to celebrate Hingham's 375th anniversary! The Annual Tour, believed to be the longest-running house tour in the country, is the major fund-raising event of the Hingham Historical Society.
Hingham Historical Society
34 Main Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Friday & Saturday, June 11-12
2nd Annual Council on Aging Art Exhibit - Splash of Color
11am-3pm
Held in the main room of the Plymouth Public Library. Over fifty pieces of art including watercolors, oils and acrylic will be featured.
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street,
Plymouth, MA
508.830.4250
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Saturday, June 12
Antiquarian Hearth & Home Tours
10am-4pm
Explore a fascinating range of private homes in Plymouth, open to the public for this special one-day tour. Your event program provides a history and description of each house, with map and directions. Includes luncheon. Fee $35; $30 members & advance discount. Email pasm@verizon.net or call 508-746-0012 for reservations.
Plymouth Antiquarian Society
27 North St., Plymouth, MA
www.plymouthantiquariansociety.org
Sunday, June 13 (Rain date June 20)
6th Annual Nantasket Beach Car Show
9am-3pm
This Free Event features over 500 cars and benefits The Jimmy Fund. Have the kids ride the famous Paragon Carousel, which dates back to 1928 and has even made it into Ripley's Believe it or Not. For more information call 781-925-5557 or visit:
www.nantasketbeachcarshow.com
Tuesday, June 15
Old Ordinary House Museum Opens
The Museum opens for the season, featuring our exhibit “Wrought by My Hand” a selection of schoolgirl needlework from 1790 through 1830. Tuesdays through Saturdays 1:30 – 4:30pm to Labor Day.
Hingham Historical Society
34 Main Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Friday, Saturday & Sunday June 18-20
55th Annual Arts Festival
One of New England’s premier arts festivals, South Shore Art Center’s annual Arts Festival on Cohasset’s historic, oceanside Common features over 100 juried craft and fine artist booths, artist demonstrations, a juried art exhibition, Members’ and Young Artists exhibitions, food and entertainment.
South Shore Art Center
119 Ripley Rd.
Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
Saturday & Sunday, June 19-20
Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine
Thomas the Tank Engine heads the train on a 2-mile train ride through the 1300 acre cranberry plantation. Get your photo taken with Thomas; enjoy live entertainment, storytelling, amusement rides and more. Handicap Accessible. Admission includes all rides and attractions and parking is free.
Edaville USA
5 Pine Street,
Carver, MA
508-866-8190
www.edaville.com
Saturday, June 19
Art on the Green at the Pinehills
10am-4pm
This 6th annual event is a daylong celebration of the visual arts taking place on the community's Village Green. For more information about this event or The Pinehills call or visit their website below.
The Pinehills
33 Summerhouse Drive, Plymouth, MA
508-209-2000
www.pinehills.com
Saturday, June 19
Annual Summer Solstice Book & Craft Sale
Held on the library's front lawn. Call or visit the library's website for further information.
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street,
Plymouth, MA
508.830.4250
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Monday, June 21
Summer Solstice Celebration - Aine Minogue, Celtic Harpist
7pm
Minogue is an Irish musician, vocalist, folklorist and lecturer and is renowned for her understanding of Celtic spirituality and culture. This is a program that fills up quickly so be sure to come early to get a good seat. To preview her music, visit www.minogue.com before the program.
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street,
Plymouth, MA
508.830.4250
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org
Monday, June 21
“The Red Badge of Courage”
7pm
Showing of the Civil War movie at the library
Hingham Town Hall
210 Central Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-1312
www.hingham-ma.gov
Wednesday, June 23
“Glory”
7pm
Showing of the movie about the African-American soldiers who served in Civil War in the Massachusetts 54th Infantry Regiment founded by Gov. John A. Andrew of Hingham, at the library.
Hingham Town Hall
210 Central Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-1312
www.hingham-ma.gov
Friday through Sunday, June 25-27
Sail Plymouth 2010
The three-day Sail Plymouth festival includes a Parade of Boats, WWII PT Boat, daily tours &
much more!
Call the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce at 508-830-1620 or visit www.sailplymouthma.com for more information.
Friday through Monday, June 25-28
Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine
Thomas the Tank Engine heads the train on a 2-mile train ride through the 1300 acre cranberry plantation. Get your photo taken with Thomas; enjoy live entertainment, storytelling, amusement rides and more. Handicap Accessible. Admission includes all rides and attractions and parking is free.
Edaville USA
5 Pine Street,
Carver, MA
508-866-8190
www.edaville.com
Saturday, June 26
Cranberry Blossom Bog Tour
10am
An experienced cranberry grower will take the group to view the cranberry blossom, discuss all aspects of cranberry growing and answer questions. View our Cranberry Harvest Video and see pictures of the bogs through the seasons. Lunch, souvenirs and cranberry products are also available at the Market for purchase. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Tours are held rain or shine (extreme weather may postpone a tour however).
Tihonet Village Market
158 Tihonet Road, Wareham, MA
508-295-5437
www.tihonetvillagemarket.com
Saturday, June 26
A Civil War Encampment
With military re-enactors and bands in Hingham Cemetery coinciding with a Civil War weaponry and memorabilia display at the Old Ship Parish House. Sponsored by the Trustees of the Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall.
Hingham Town Hall
210 Central Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-1312
www.hingham-ma.gov
Sunday, June 27
Pilgrim Breakfast at the Harlow House
8:30-11:30am
Costumed servers dish out piping hot fishcakes, baked beans, cornbread and other tasty fare, while strolling singers share songs, riddles and 17th century cheer. This hearty New England breakfast is a local tradition not to be missed! Proceeds benefit the preservation of the 1677 Harlow House. Fee is $10pp with family discounts available.
Email pasm@verizon.net or call 508-746-0012 for reservations.
1677 Harlow House
119 Sandwich Street, Plymouth, MA
www.plymouthantiquariansociety.org
Sunday, June 27
Japanese Tea Ceremony
2pm
Held in the tea hut situated in a Japanese garden on the museum grounds. Shofuan, the "Wind in The Pines Hut" was built in Kyoto Japan in 1969 and reassembled here in 1975. Shofuan is a traditional san jo daime (3 & 3/4 size) hut. Japanese huts are described by the number of mats they accommodate.
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street,
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634
info@artcomplex.org
www.artcomplex.org
Wednesday, June 30-Sunday, July 11
136th Annual Brockton Fair
Lively and exciting entertainment for all ages! In addition to the always-thrilling midway full of rides, other featured entertainment includes a surprise-filled magic show, exciting demolition derby, horse racing, amateur boxing, figure 8 racing, stock car football, big bear show, magician, petting zoo, puppet shows, livestock shows and spectacular fireworks displays!
Brockton Fairgrounds
Belmont St./Rte. 123,
Brockton, MA
508-586-8000
www.brocktonfair.com
Wednesday, June 30
Summer Concert Series
6:30-9:30pm
Concerts take place in Pilgrim Memorial Park located on the beautiful Plymouth waterfront at the intersection of Water & Leyden Streets. There is ample public parking in and around the concert site.
Nightlife Music Co/Project Arts Of Plymouth
508-747-7727
nightmusicco@verizon.net
www.project-arts.com