(Information is subject to change)
Plimoth Cinema
Daily Shows 4:30pm & 7pm
Every Friday a new film comes to Plimoth Cinema and plays throughout the week. Saturday nights are considered “Date Night” at Plimoth Cinema, serving beer and wine along with a variety of concession items, including popcorn and traditional movie candy.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org/features/cinema/
Through September 4
Wrought by My Hand Exhibit
This popular is guest-curated by Julianne Mehegan, and the display features twenty-five beautifully crafted embroideries and samplers from the Society’s collection. These remarkable examples of schoolgirl craftwork offer a glimpse into the lives of early American schoolgirls, and the social and artistic expectations citizens of the young American Republic held for their women they would become. The Old Ordinary is open for tours at 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 Tuesdays-Saturdays, and by appointment for group tours.
Hingham Historical Society
34 Main Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Through Labor Day
Plymouth Cruises - Pirate Cruise!
1:30-3pm Daily
Climb aboard for a swashbuckling adventure! Man the water cannons and battle the enemy pirate ship to recapture the treasure. See what other surprises lie ahead! For families with children ages 4-11 $18.00pp.
Plymouth Cruises Lobster Tales
Town Wharf,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-5342
www.lobstertalesinc.com
Through September 7
Steamship Authority -
Sea Two & Save Special
Visit both Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard this summer. Round-trip combination tickets to both islands are available for purchase at any Steamship Authority terminal. Customers will enjoy a savings of $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children. Tickets must be used within two weeks from the date of issue.
Call 508-495-3278 to book your advance high-speed ferry reservation to Nantucket & mention this offer to receive this discounted fare.
Month of September
The Story of the Cranberry & Corn Harvests
Sponsored by A.D. Makepeace and the Mill Stone Creamery Ice Cream shop. Learn about the progression of the cranberry harvest over the years, the development of tools, and the story of the first mill; the beginning of industry and free trade in our country.
Jenney Grist Mill
6 Spring Lane,
Plymouth, MA
508-747-4544
info@jenneygristmill.org
www.jenneygristmill.org
Month of September
"Boxes and their Makers"
This show features the work of 32 contemporary woodworkers who have constructed conceptual and functional pieces that express their unique artistic visions and blur the boundaries of art and craft. The artists are internationally renowned woodworkers who were selected for the excellence of their concepts, designs and techniques. This exhibition runs through October 31, 2010.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street,
Brockton MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Through December 31
Plymouth History in a Glass
Imagine a time when children drank beer, when the U.S. president started each day with a tankard of hard cider, when drinking a cup of tea was a political statement. Explore these stories and more through this exhibit which features drinking vessels of all kinds, size, shapes and materials.
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Weekends in September
The Old Ordinary Weekend Tours
Tours are at 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 Saturdays and Sundays throughout September.
This museum was once a way station, where weary travelers or residents of Hingham could get a meal, a drink and conversation with Daniel Webster and Benjamin Lincoln, a Revolutionary War general who fought with George Washington. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.
The Old Ordinary
21 Lincoln Street,
Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org/html/old_ordinary.html
Wednesdays in September
Kid's Fall Classes - Design & Make A Halloween Costume
4-6pm
For ages 12 & up. Classes are held September 18-October 30. During this six-week course, we will plan and sew our own original designs for that special, spooky night! Please bring a sewing machine, fabric scissors, pins...and ideas! 12 students max. Call or visit website to register. Fee is $100. non-member.
North River Arts Society
157 Old Main St.,
Marshfield
781-837-8091
www.northriverarts.org
Thursdays in September
Pastel Landscape Painting
9:30am-12:30pm
Classes held September 16 through December 9. This class will focus on painting the varied landscape of the South Shore. In addition to pastel techniques, we will work on value studies, color, composition and drawing.
Call or visit website to register. Fee is $220. non-member.
North River Arts Society
157 Old Main St.,
Marshfield
781-837-8091
www.northriverarts.org
Thursdays in September
Green Art: Creating with Recycled & Found Objects
4:15-5:30pm
For ages 10-12. Classes are held for 5 weeks from September 16 through October 14. Students will transform "trash" into original "treasures". Projects will also include paint, collage, 3D embellishments and much more!
10 students max. Call or visit website to register. Fee is $75. non-member.
North River Arts Society
157 Old Main St.,
Marshfield
781-837-8091
www.northriverarts.org
Wednesday, September 1
Pilgrim Hall Museum 186th Birthday Celebration
9:30am-4:30pm
FREE admission and birthday cake for everybody! Newfield House generously sponsors the celebration.
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Wednesday, September 1
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
Thursday-Saturday, September 2-4
Shakespeare at Night
8pm
The Plimoth Plantation Players presents 16th & 17th-century English theater in the style that the Plymouth Colonists would have known before leaving for America in 1620-with young male actors handling the women's roles as well. The schedule includes The Tempest on Thursdays, a play with historic ties to Plimoth Colony, Romeo & Juliet on Fridays, and Twelfth Night, on Saturdays. Tickets are $12pp and $8 Members.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org
Thursday, September 2
Java Thursday - “The Bonfire: The Siege and Burning of Atlanta"
7pm
Author Marc Wortman talks about his best-selling book. Price is $7 for members and $10 for non-members.
The Historic Winslow House Association
634 Careswell Street,
Marshfield, MA
781-837-5753
www.winslowhouse.org
Friday through Monday, September 3-6
Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine
9am-5pm
Take 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. Admission includes all rides and attractions and parking is free.
Edaville USA
5 Pine Street,
Carver, MA
508-866-8190
www.edaville.com
Saturday, September 4
Plymouth Rock Triathlon Festival
10am
The Mayflower Sprint Triathlon is a 1/4 mile Swim, 10 mile Bike Ride and a 3 mile Run.
Plymouth Rock
50 Water St.,
Plymouth, MA
www.plymouthrocktriathlon.com
Saturday & Sunday, September 4 & 5
World War II Weekend at Battleship Cove
9am-4:30 pm
History comes alive when over 50 World War II Allied and Axis reenactors arrive at Battleship Cove. See an exciting display of equipment, artillery, and vehicles. Talk with veterans and relive the history of that important time. Special programs scheduled throughout the day are FREE w/paid admission.
Battleship Cove
Five Water Street,
Fall River, MA
508-678-1100
www.battleshipcove.org
Sunday, September 5
(Raindate Sept 6)
Plymouth Air Fair
10am-4pm; Air Shows at 11:30am & 2:30pm
Family fun including Aerobatic demonstrations, fly bys, aircraft static displays, antique & classic cars, helicopter rides, plane rides, helicopter golf ball drop, amazing raffle, kids activities & Games, Food & Fun! Free admission, although a $5.00 parking donation is requested. All proceeds to benefit aviation scholarships and local charities. Bring a food donation for the local food pantry and receive a free raffle ticket! For more information contact Brendan at Plymouth Aero Club at 508.747.1494 or Jeannie at the Plymouth Airport at 508.746.2020.
Plymouth Municipal Airport
South Meadow Road,
Plymouth, MA
Sunday, September 5
Brunch on the Pilgrim Belle
10:30am-12pm
Cruise Plymouth Harbor in style and comfort aboard the Pilgrim Belle, a Mississippi-style paddlewheeler.
Leaves from the Mayflower II State Pier. Cost is $29pp.
Pilgrim Belle
Plymouth Harbor,Water Street
Plymouth, MA
508-747-3434
www.plymouthharborcruises.com
Wednesday, September 8
Historic New England Lecture Series
2-4pm
Stewardship Manager, Dan Aulenti will lecture on , "Architecture and Design". Dan will highlight the beautiful architecture found at the extensive properties owned by Historic New England with a Q & A session to follow. Reservations are required. Please call 781-837-2403 or 781-837-7579.
The Daniel Webster Estate & Heritage Center
238 Webster St.,
Marshfield, MA
www.danielwebsterestate.org
Friday, September 10
Liminal Spaces - Opening Reception
6-8pm
On display through October 24, 2010. Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm and Sundays 12-4pm.
South Shore Art Center
119 Ripley Road, Cohasset, MA
781-383-2787
www.ssac.org
Saturday & Sunday, September 11 & 12
Berenstain Bears
10am-5pm
Handicap Accessible. Admission includes all rides and attractions and parking is free.
Edaville USA
7 EDA Ave.,
Carver, MA
508-866-8190
www.edaville.com
Saturday & Sunday, September 11-12
2nd Annual Thirsty Pilgrim Beer Festival
1pm-7pm
Live music, good food, games and beer! Held on the Hedge House lawn at the Plymouth waterfront.
www.thethirstypilgrim.com
Saturday, September 11
Boys and Girls Club Run to the Rock
9am
16th Annual Boys and Girls Club of Plymouth Run to the Rock 5K, 10K and 1/2 Marathon. The race will again feature 3 difference race courses, covering 3 distances and varied terrain.
For more information email runtotherock@hotmail.com or visit: www.runtotherock.webs.com
Saturday, September 11
Rite of Reflection Ceremony
In honor of the ninth anniversary of the nation’s most deadly attack, Battleship Cove will conduct a Remembrance Ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial site with a wreath casting followed by a 21-gun salute. (Time TBD)
Battleship Cove
Five Water Street,
Fall River, MA
508-678-1100
www.battleshipcove.org
Saturday, September 11
Concerts on the Green
1pm
The Pinehills hosts its first summer music series featuring live performances by some of the region’s best performers! Bring a blanket or chair and the whole family for these free summer music concerts. Today's performer is The Gin Blossoms that has rocked the airwaves for years returning with the upcoming release of their new album, No Chocolate Cake.
The Pinehills Village Green
33 Summerhouse Drive, Plymouth, MA
508.209.2000
www.pinehills.com
Saturday, September 11
Driftwood Folk Cafe - Lucy Kaplansky with opening act Seth Glier
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
508-224-7024
driftwoodfolkcafe@comcast.net
www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com
Saturday, September 11
Family Overnight at Battleship Cove
Spend the night on a WWII battleship! Sleep in restored Navy bunks, eat meals “chow-line style” in the Officer’s Wardroom, and rise and shine to the sound of reveille. Guests will enjoy all-day admission, three delicious meals, and will have the opportunity to participate in shipboard activities. They will also receive a free Overnight Survival Guide filled with fun facts and activities.
Battleship Cove
Five Water Street,
Fall River, MA
508-678-1100
www.battleshipcove.org
Sunday, September 12
Skinner Auction House Program ~ "What's It Worth?" with Kerry Shrives
1:30pm Champagne Reception & Program 2pm
Have you ever wondered just how much that personal "treasure" is really worth? This is your chance to meet Kerry Shrives, Senior Appraiser for Skinner Auction House in Boston, who appears regularly on a popular PBS TV show. Items will be examined, historically assessed and evaluated. Fifty pieces will be appraised and everyone will enjoy hearing the stories and history behind each. Jewelry, coins, stamps and musical instruments will not be included. Admission is $25.00 and reservations must be made in advance. Please call Virginia at 781-837-2403. The Webster Mansion is handicapped accessible.
The Daniel Webster Estate
238 Webster St., Marshfield, MA
781-834-0548
www.DanielWebsterEstate.org
Sunday, September 12
Annual Fall Classic Vintage Baseball Game
Enjoy 1880s-style baseball along with a variety of other American baseball traditions, from hot dogs and cola to popcorn and peanuts, in addition to some long-forgotten traditions that will be revived for the day. Held at 56 Burditt Avenue in Hingham. Fans are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, their best boater hats, parasols and bugspray.
Hingham Historical Society
30 North Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Monday, September 13
3rd Annual Golf Tournament
7am Registration & Continental Breakfast
The Friends of the Plymouth Council on Aging invites you to golf with them, be a sponsor or donate a raffle prize. Followed by a delicious lunch consisting of Baked Stuffed Boneless Chicken. For more information contact Brenda at 508-746-4343 x227 or Kristin at 508-746-1464.
Wednesday, September 15
Mayflower II Turning
5:30pm
In order for the famed, historic ship to weather evenly, Mayflower II is turned a couple times a year, to ensure the ship is exposed to the elements on both sides. A limited number of dockside visitors will be invited to assist in the process of turning the ship, by holding ropes and helping to tow lines. Interested participants should be at the State Pier by 5pm.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Ave.,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org
Thursday, September 16
Plymouth's Quadricentennial Logo to be Unveiled
5:30pm
Held onboard the Mayflower II on Water Street in Plymouth and flanked by members of the Plymouth Public Schools’class of 2020, Senate President Therese Murray will give the keynote address at the unveiling, which is open to the public and to be attended by local VIPs including town, regional and state officials. The commemorative logo will be branded and merchandised to promote the town’s special anniversary over the next decade, beginning with 400 limited edition long sleeved T-shirts to go on sale immediately after the unveiling. The ceremony will be followed by a reception in the Mayflower II exhibit area.
Friday, September 17
Whaling Museum & Historic New Bedford Trip
For more information call 781-585-6300 or visit www.jrvhs.org
Jones River Village Historical Society
Corner of Maple & Landing Streets,
Kingston, MA
Friday, September 17
Java Fridays
7pm
Casey Sherman, author of "Bad Blood, Freedom and Death in the White Mountains." Price is $7 for members and $10 for non-members.
The Historic Winslow House Association
634 Careswell Street,
Marshfield, MA
781-837-5753
www.winslowhouse.org
Saturday & Sunday, September 18 & 19
Hello Kitty
10am-5pm
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, September 18
Saturday Family Studios - Polymer Pens, Erasers and More!
10am-12pm
Get hands-on with craft! Once a month for a morning of creating and collaborating with your child in an artist led studio workshop.
Fuller Craft Museum
455 Oak Street,
Brockton MA
508-588-6000
www.fullercraft.org
Saturday, September 18
Psychic Fair
11am-6pm
Angel Readers, Sea Shell Reader, Table Tipping, Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Door Prizes and much more!
Angels by the Sea
170 Water Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-732-0333 or visit
www.angelsbythesea3333.com
Saturday, September 18
Circles Touching Circles
11am-8pm
A gathering dedicated to mind, body and spirit. $12. admission to benefit Hope Floats Wellness Center, 4 Elm Street, Kingston, MA. For more information or to reserve space contact Dee at Simply Soothing Sanctuary at 781-582-3912.
Sunday, September 19 (Raindate Sunday, Sept. 26)
Colony Place 2010 Women's Expo & Fall Fashion Show
1-4pm
Fashion shows, fashion tips, homemaking advice and demonstrations, wine tasting and more.
Colony Place
174 Colony Place,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7663
www.colonyplace.com
Sunday, September 19
POW/MIA Ceremony
1pm
Battleship Cove will host a reflective ceremony in honor of Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Day on the deck of the battleship USS MASSACHUSETTS. The Legion’s POW/MIA Committee will sponsor the ceremony.
Battleship Cove
Five Water Street,
Fall River, MA
508-678-1100
www.battleshipcove.org
Sunday, September 19
Home Grown, Simply Shaker & Hiroshige - Opening Receptions
1:30-3:30pm
Home Grown is on exhibit through November 7. Simply Shaker and Hiroshige through January 16, 2011.
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street,
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634
www.artcomplex.org
Sunday, September 19
Open Doors - Open House at Paragon Carousel
2-5pm
Free rides, refreshments and a sincere "THANK YOU" for helping us win a $100,000 project grant last year that has allowed us to have new doors and windows built and installed on our antique Carousel building.
Paragon Carousel
205 Nantasket Avenue,
Hull, MA
781-925-0472
www.paragoncarousel.com
Wednesday, September 22
Book Signing at Old Derby Academy
6-8pm
The Out of the Ordinary Gift Shop welcomes author James Craig who will sign copies of his new book: Frank Vining Smith: Maritime Painting in the 20th Century. Mr. Craig will also give a brief talk on the life and work of the book’s subject, artist Frank Vining Smith. Comprehensive in scope and brimming with color reproductions, the book accompanies an exhibit of Smith’s work currently on display at the Heritage Museum in Sandwich, MA.
Old Derby Academy
34 Main Street, Hingham, MA
781-749-7721
www.hinghamhistorical.org
Thursday, September 23
Nutrition & Natural Medicine with Mark Mincolla Ph.D.
7-9pm
Learn about Dr. Mark Mincolla’s systems of nutrition, self diagnostic muscle testing and natural medicine. You will also learn about many of Mark Mincolla’s specific, time tested strategies for reversing health conditions and diseases naturally and non-toxically.
Angels by the Sea
170 Water Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-732-0333
www.angelsbythesea3333.com
Friday, September 24
Friday "Java Series" Lectures & Events
7pm
Featuring Vincent Cannato, author of "American Passage: The History of Ellis Island." Cost is $7 members & $10 non-members.
Historic 1699 Winslow House
634 Careswell Street,
Marshfield, MA
781-837-5753
www.winslowhouse.org
Friday through Sunday, September 24-26
41th Annual Bourne Scallop Festival
10am-10pm Friday & Saturday; 10am-6pm Sunday
Events include a juried Arts & Crafts Show, a Home Expo, a midway of rides, and a fantastic line up of entertainment including ENTRAIN Saturday night at 7pm. Along with scallops, there will be Herb-Roasted Chicken, burgers, fried dough, lobster rolls, clam chowder, desserts & much more! Held at Buzzards Bay Park on the banks of the Cape Cod Canal. Admission is $5 & children 12 & under are FREE!
Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce
70 Main Street Buzzards Bay, MA
508-759-6000
www.bournescallopfest.com
Saturday & Sunday, September 25 & 26
Clifford and Madeline
10am-5pm
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, September 25
Fall Open House
10am-4pm
Stop by and enjoy what Fall has to offer! Sample delicious local fall produce, fresh baked pies and locally make jams and jellies!
Tihonet Village Market
158 Tihonet Road, Wareham, MA
508-295-5437
www.tihonetvillagemarket.com
Saturday, Sept. 25 (Raindate Sunday, Sept 26 12-4pm)
5th Annual Downtown Art Stroll &
43rd Annual Juried Art Show
10am-4pm - Art Stroll
The Art Stroll features a vast assortment of artists representing sculptors, jewelers, photographers, glass artists and painters, etc. all of whom will be showing and selling their work in front of locally owned stores and restaurants in the area.
The annual art show runs September 25 through October 17.
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7222
www.plymouthguild.org
Saturday, September 25
First Annual End of Summer Clambake
11am-4pm
For $50 a guest, enjoy a cup of clam chowder or garden salad, 1.5lb lobster, a steamer bag filled with steamers, littlenecks, mussels, sausage, potatoes and corn on the cob & a dessert platter to share.
14 Union Dockside Bar & Grill
Brewer Plymouth Marine
14 Union Street,
Plymouth
508-747-4503
www.14union.com
Saturday, September 25 (Rain date September 26)
Endless Summer Waterfront Festival
12 Noon-6pm
Held annually in Hull, MA, this event is free and open to the public. Featuring over 70 vendors, 25 restaurants, 5 live bands and 30 tons of sand in the middle of Nantasket Ave for the Castles for Charities sand castle competition. For more information call 781-925-5557 or email noddaclu@comcast.net or visit www.hullchamber.com
Sunday, September 26
Let's Talk Cayce
1-3pm
Watch a short video with us, "The Edgar Cayce Legacy" and join in on the discussion.
$5. suggested donation.
For more information contact Betty at 508-673-0477 or Lois at 508-880-7588. Held at:
Angels by the Sea
170 Water Street,
Plymouth, MA
Sunday, September 26
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 numer of mats they accommodate.
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street,
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634
info@artcomplex.org
www.artcomplex.org
Wednesday, September 29
The Design of Drinking, From the Jazz Age to the Space Age
7pm
This talk by John Stuart Gordon, Assistant Curator of American Decorative Arts at the Yale University Art Gallery, uses cocktail shakers to explore the development of American culture and decorative arts from the Jazz Age to the Space Age. No admission charge.
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street,
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Thursday, September 30
Beatles Songs & Story Time at The Plymouth Farmers’ Market
2:30-6:30pm
Local musician Paul Lee will perform songs by the Beatles all afternoon, Plimoth Plantation who will do a tall tale story time at 4pm, and the League of Women Voters will be on hand to register voters. Additional seasonal surprises for market goers include the Plantation artisans who will be visiting with samples of their fine craft work.
Shop for local and seasonal food and more each Thursday at Stephen’s Field located off of Route 3A, Sandwich Street, just south of Plymouth Center. Held rain or shine.
To find out more information contact Barbara at 508-732-9962, info@plymouthfarmersmarket.org or visit www.plymouthfarmersmarket.org