Globe South listings
Comprehensive listings for galleries, plays, music, and other happenings in communities south of Boston.
HOUSE, GARDEN TOURS
Plymouth: Home tours, Hedge House Museum, 126 Water St., June 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Plymouth Antiquarian Society's annual Hearth and Home Tour features seven Plymouth homes, including a small Victorian fisherman's cottage, a redecorated waterfront mansion, an early Colonial cape, Dutch gambrel, and a custom home in the Pinehills development. The event includes a luncheon from 1 to 3 p.m. $35. Reservations required for luncheon. Reserved tickets and maps can be picked up June 13, 2-6 p.m., or on day of event beginning at 9 a.m. at the museum. 508-746-0012, pasm@verizon.net.
Plymouth: Flower show, Plymouth Guild for the Arts, 11 North St. June 20, 4-8 p.m., June 21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and June 22, noon-6 p.m. The Plymouth Garden Club and the Evening Garden Club of Plymouth present "Setting the Mood," a flower show featuring entries by club members, except in Horticulture Division II, which is open to any amateur gardener. $10. 508-746-5545, jaimone@comcast.net, 508-746-1492, jamo1114@aol.com.
CONCERTS
Brockton: Choir concerts, Messiah Baptist Church, 80 Legion Parkway. June 14, 2:30 and 7 p.m. The Boys Choir of Tallahassee performs two concerts in honor of the life of Deacon Alphonso Anderson. Proceeds benefit the Alphonso Anderson Youth Fund. $20. 508-588-5129, 774-274-8758, 508-846-7868.
Cohasset: South Shore Music Circus, 130 Sohier St. Tickets on sale for the 2008 Eastern Bank Summer Concert Series. Box office open noon-6 p.m. daily. All shows 8 p.m., except where noted. June 13, Boz Scaggs, $42.25-$57.25. June 21, Blondie, $37.75-$52.75. June 22, 7:30 p.m., Little Feat, and Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, $32.75-$47.75. June 27, Lyle Lovett, $45.25-$60.25. July 2, RAIN - The Beatles Experience, $35.25-$50.25. July 5, John McDermott, $31.75. July 11, comedian Brad Garrett, $39-$54. July 18, comedian Frank Caliendo, $50-$65. July 19, Linda Eder and Steve Tyrell, $39.25-$54.25. July 23, Michael McDonald, $42.75-$57.75. July 25, ABBA, $33.75-$48.75. July 26, WWE Summer Slam Tour, $32.75-$47.75. Aug. 1, B.B. King, $54.25-$69.25. Aug. 2, Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra, $62.75-$90. Aug. 9, Kenny Rogers, $48.75-$63.75. Aug. 10, Hootie and the Blowfish Homegrown Concert, $48.25-$63.25. Aug. 13, the Saw Doctors, $35.25. Aug. 14, comedian Jeff Dunham, $47-$62. Aug. 16, Tony Bennett, $67.25-$82.25. Aug. 22, Gretchen Wilson, $57.75-$72.75. Aug. 23, the Beach Boys, $44.25-$59.25. Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m., comedian Brian Regan, $43-$58. Aug. 28, Chris Isaak, $42.25-$57.25. Aug. 29, comedian Artie Lange, $59-$74. Aug. 30, Vince Gill, $42.75-$57.75. Sept. 1, An Evening With Garrison Keillor: "A Prairie Home Companion, The Rhubarb Tour," $51.25-$66.25. Children's shows: June 28, 5 p.m. Kidz Bop Live, $25. July 10, 10:30 a.m. Russian American Kids Circus, $14.50. Kaleidoscope Children's Theatre Productions: Thursdays 10:30 a.m. (all shows $8): July 17, Snow White. July 24, Jack and the Beanstalk. July 31, Cinderella. Aug. 7, Rapunzel. Aug. 14, Cinderella, Too! Aug. 21, Rumpelstilskin. Aug. 28, Hansel and Gretel. 781-383-9850, themusiccircus.org.
Foxborough: Gillette Stadium, Route 1, July 26, 4 p.m. Fifth annual Country Music Festival featuring Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, LeAnn Rimes, Gary Alan, and Sammy Hagar. Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m., Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. For tickets, 617-931-2000, 508-931-2000, ticketmaster.com.
Mansfield: Tweeter Center, 885 South Main St. June 14, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers with Steve Winwood. June 15, Rush "Snakes and Arrows Tour." June 20, Iron Maiden. June 22, Stevie Wonder. June 24, Dave Matthews Band with Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. June 25, Dave Matthews Band with Michael Franti and Spearhead. June 28 and 30, Pearl Jam with Ted Leo and the Pharmacists. July 12, John Mayer with Brett Dennen. July 16, Projekt Revolution Tour with Linkin Park, Chris Cornell, the Bravery, Ashes Divide. July 18, 311 with Snoop Dogg and Fiction Plane. July 19, Steve Miller Band with guest Joe Cocker. July 23, Vans Warped Tour. July 30, Sheryl Crowe, James Blunt, and Toots and the Maytals. July 31, the Police with guest Elvis Costello and The Imposters. Ticket prices vary. 617-931-2000, tweetercenter.com.
Norwood: The Rudolphs, a father/daughter duo from Norwood, perform today, 7:30 p.m. at Morrill Memorial Public Library, Simoni Room, 33 Walpole St., as part of the Friends of the Library annual meeting. A blend of classical music, show tunes, and popular favorites. 781 769-0200.
Plymouth: Summer concert series, Near Plymouth Rock, Thursdays at 7 p.m. Postponed concerts held the following Tuesday. June 26, Don Besegai's Big Band. Today, and July 3, Legion Bud Band. June 19, Lenny Vaz German Band. July 4, Parade and Legion Bud Band. July 17, Johnny Souza Quintet. Free.
Sharon: Annual pops concert, First Congregational Church parish hall, 29 North Main St., June 13-14, 8 p.m. The Sharon Community Chorus performs "Anything Goes." Refreshments are available. $12, $10, seniors and students. 781-784-3043.
NIGHTLIFE
Avon: Blanchard's Colonial Tavern, 98 North Main St. Colonial-era entertainment. Free. 508-587-2884.
Bridgewater: Castaways Bar and Grille, 425 Bedford St. Thursdays, 9-11 p.m., karaoke. Fridays, live bands, and DJ plays between sets. Cover varies. 508-697-4800.
Canton: Irish Cultural Centre, 200 New Boston Drive. Weekly events include Friday night traditional music with fiddler Aidan Maher and a Saturday jam session led by singer-songwriter Sean Kane, 8-11 p.m. Both in the pub on the ground floor. Free. 781-821-8291, irishculture.org.
Halifax: All Seasons Cafe, 327 Plymouth St. (Route 106). Live music Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 781-293-4135.
Hanson: Damien's, 279 Spring St. Live bands Thursdays, 8:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 9 p.m. June 13, Jeff Nevaras Band. June 14, Blind Ambition. June 20, Dave Foley Band. June 21, Too Much Fun. June 27, Full Circle. June 28, KGB Party Band. No cover. 781-447-6556.
Hanover: Kiskadee Coffee, 53 Merchants Row. Open mike night every Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Free. 781-354-0419.
Hingham: Asian C, 48 Whiting St. Live entertainment Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m. Karaoke on Saturdays. 6-8 p.m. Free food and wine tasting, reservations required. 781-740-0688.
Lakeville: Coffeehouse concerts, Somethin's Brewin' Book Cafe, 241 Main St. Entertainment every Friday, 7-9 p.m. 508-946-5055, somethinsbrewin.com.
Marshfield: Venus II, Brant Rock, 277 Ocean St. Live music Friday and Saturday. No cover. 781-837-6368.
Middleborough: Dinner and comedy show at the Tuscan House restaurant, 58 East Grove St., June 13, 7 p.m. Tony V headlines bill featuring comics Jon Pierce, Annette Pollack, Rick Sinnott, Scott Higgins and Mike Hanley, show starts at 8:30 p.m. Reservations are required for dinner and show, $34.95, but not needed for the comedy show only, $20. 508-923-0099, tuscanhouserestaurant.com.
Norwell: Mount Blue restaurant, Route 123. Live music Thursday-Saturday, 9 p.m.-midnight. No cover. 781-659-0050, mountblue.com.
Plymouth: British Beer Company, 2294 State Road. Live music Thursday-Saturday. No cover. 508-888-9756, britishbeer.com.
Plymouth: The Vine, 18 Main St. Extension, under Cafe Strega. Sundays, 6-10 p.m., live bands. Closed Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday, 4 p.m.; Wednesdays, wine tastings, 6-8 p.m., $15, includes appetizers. Open-mike Thursdays, 8 p.m. Music Friday-Saturday, 8 p.m.-midnight. No cover. 508-830-1942, thevineplymouth.com.
Plymouth: Run o' the Mill, 6 Spring Lane. Traditional Irish jam sessions Saturdays, 5:30-9 p.m., featuring chanteys, rebel songs, jigs, hornpipes, and sing-alongs. No cover. 508-830-1262.
Plymouth: Kiskadee Coffee, 18 Main St. Open mike every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Free. 508-830-1410.
Plymouth: Pub at Radisson Hotel, 180 Water St. Entertainment Fridays and Saturdays at 8:30 p.m. No cover. 508-591-5036, harborgrille.org.
Quincy: Beachcomber, 797 Wollaston Beach Blvd. Sundays, 2 p.m.-1 a.m., Erin's Melody, Inchicore; 9 p.m., original '80s dance party. Every Wednesday, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Showstopper's Karaoke, free pizza, 10 p.m.-midnight. June 13, Lovers, Muggers and Theives, Porgue I Said So. June 14, Who's 1st (WHO tribute band). June 15, 2:30 p.m. John Connors, 5:30 p.m. Inchicore, 9 p.m. '80s Dance Party. June 18, Showstopper's Karaoke. June 20, Ramblin Souls with Highway Jackson and Close to Home. June 21, The 16th Graders. June 22, 2:30 p.m. Jolly Tinkers, 5:30 p.m. Erin's Melody, 9 p.m. '80s Dance Party. June 27, Hypercane. June 28, Dick and Jane. June 29, 2:30 p.m. The McTeggarts, 5:30 p.m. The Fenian Sons, 9 p.m. '80s Dance Party.Cover varies. 617-479-8989, beachcomberquincy.com.
Quincy: Cagney's, 214 Washington St. Sundays, 8 p.m., karaoke with Paul B. Thursdays, 7 p.m., Stump: Team Trivia Game Night. No cover. 617-847-3940.
Quincy: Cathay Pacific, 111 Hancock St. Sundays, 8-9 p.m. the New Blue Revue with Satch Romano, the HouseRockers, and Cheryl Aruda. No cover. 617-328-1115.
Quincy: The Holy Ground, 600 Hancock St. Thursdays at 9 p.m., Blues Club house night hosted by Joe Hajjar. Mondays, 9 p.m., dinner blues jam, hosted by Joe Hajjar and the Stubbies. Every Friday, 5-7 p.m., Sparkles the Clown. Cover varies. 617-773-4334, yardrock.com.
Quincy: Kilroy's Cafe, 132 East Howard St. Thursdays at 9 p.m., blues open mike. Bands Friday-Saturday, 9 p.m., and Sunday, 8:30-11:30 p.m. First Friday of the month, open mike blues jam, no cover. 617-773-2660.
Quincy: Bad Abbots, 1546 Rear Hancock St. Live music Fridays and Saturdays. June 13, Tradition. June 14, The Detours. June 20, Sound Asylum. June 21, Easy Access. June 27, Loonatics. June 28, The Dons. No cover. 617-774-1434, badabbots.com.
Quincy: Club 58, 58 Ross Way. Live music and DJs Friday and Saturday. Cover varies. 617-471-7788, club58.com.
Quincy: My House, 609 Washington St. Mondays, open mike "Blues Jam with Renato," 8:30 p.m.-midnight; Tuesdays, "Acoustic jam-along with Bobbi Lee." 617-201-2918.
Quincy: Skyline Club Upstairs, Skyline Bar and Grille, 305 Victory Road, Marina Bay. Sunday night blues, 9 p.m.-midnight. 617-471-1453, skylinemarinabay.com.
Rockland: R&R Tavern, 354 Liberty St. Live music Thursday-Saturday, 9:30 p.m. No cover. 781-792-2446.
Stoughton: Cabaret dinner theater, Starline Room Dinner Theatre, 49 Monk St. June 14, 21, and 28, 7 p.m. Forever Broadway musicals of "Phantom of the Opera," "Les Miserables," and "Baby." $10 show charge with dinner purchase. 781-297-7469, starlineroom.com.
Walpole: British Beer Company, 85 Providence Highway. Live music Thursday-Saturday. No cover. 508-668-9909, britishbeer.com.
Wareham: Onset Bay Blues Cafe, 2 West Central Ave. Live bands Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Country-Western Wednesdays with music and line dance lessons by Dave Pytka. Thursdays Motorcycle and Hot Rod Nights with live music and dancing, 8 p.m. Sundays, 7-11 p.m., blues jams with house instruments available, including a drum kit, guitars, harmonica mike, keyboards, and a Hammond H112. 508-291-2471, onsetbaybluescafe.com.
Weymouth: Next Page Blues Cafe, 550 Broad St. All shows 9:15 p.m. Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m., karaoke night with Miss Beverly D. Thursdays, 9 p.m. June 17, John Moriconi, Steve Todesco, Paul Spagnolia with Joe Bellemo and Satch Romano. June 24, Paul Fudin. No cover. 781-878-8767, 781-335-9796, nextpagecafe.com.
Weymouth: Hajjar's Bar and Grille, 969 Washington St. Entertainment daily, except Monday, 9 p.m.-12:45 a.m., in front lounge. Sundays, live blues band and open jams. Tuesdays, Team Trivia competitions. Wednesdays, DJ Suzie Cue. Thursdays, Memphis Rockabilly Band. Fridays and Saturdays, feature bands. No cover. 781-340-1870, hajjars.net.
DANCE
Abington: Saturday night dances, Veterans of Foreign Wars post, 500 Gliniewicz Way. Saturdays at 6:30 p.m., live music for dancing provided by the Corvairs. Light refreshments served, door prizes. $10. 781-878-3170.
Dedham: Ballroom and country dancing, Moseley's on the Charles, 50 Bridge St. Wednesdays, ballroom dancing with live music; dance lessons, 7-8 p.m.; and live music for dancing, 8-11 p.m.; doors open at 6:30 p.m. 781-326-3075, 781-925-1170, moseleysonthecharles.com.
FAMILY FARE
Carver: Edaville USA, Route 58. June 13-15 and 20-22, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. "Day Out With Thomas." July 18-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. "Hit Favorites Fun Festival." July 19, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Railroad theme park features amusement rides, including the Tilt-A-Whirl, Ferris wheel, and antique carousel. Children may climb on trains in the Ellis Playhouse; visit K.C. McBogg, Edaville's mascot; and have food served in the Depot restaurant. Tickets $18 ages 2 and older; price includes all rides and attractions. 866-468-7630, edaville.com.
Cohasset: Festival of Color, the South Shore Arts Centers' 53d annual arts festivalat Cohasset Common. Outdoor art displays, crafts activities for children, live music, food, and artworks marketplace, June 13, 2 p.m.--7 p.m.; June 14, 10 a.m.--7 p.m., and June 15, noon--6 p.m. Over 100 juried crafts artists; juried art exhibition; South Shore Arts Center members' show; young artists show; a "KidsTent," with activities for children including boat building, Father's Day card making; live music stage featuring the Rusty Skippers, Hingham High School jazz ensembles, bluegrass quartet Harvest, the O'Reilly's and others. The event, held rain or shine, also features homemade lemonade, lobster rolls and old-fashioned strawberry shortcake. Proceeds support ongoing exhibition and education programs at the SSAC. Free trolley shuttle from nearby parking. $5 donation to tour exhibition tent. 781-383-2787, ssac.org.
Dedham: Pool party, Dedham Health and Athletic Complex, 200 Providence Highway. June 20, 6:30-8 p.m. pool party and open house; 8-10 p.m.
Easton: Children's Museum at the Old Fire Station, 9 Sullivan Ave. Thursdays 10:15 a.m., drop-in activities. Ages 10 and younger participate in play areas such as storybook cottage, post office, SS Rosemarie, camping exhibit, clinic, and workshops. Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. $6. 508-230-3789, childrensmuseumineaston.org.
Kingston: Pet show, Kingston Public Library, 6 Green St. June 14, noon-4 p.m. the library's Teen Advisory Board hosts 3d annual pet show to benefit the Kingston Animal Shelter. All pet contestant entries must be submitted by June 12. Activities will include: puppy parade, "guess the biscuits" contest, Petsmart gift card prizes, homemade pet treats and refreshments available for sale. 781-585-0517, hminsk@kingstonpubliclibrary.org.
FARMERS MARKETS
Harbinger of summer, the crops grown on local farms can be purchased fresh at farmer's markets across the region. mass.gov/agr/massgrown/farmers_markets.htm#Plymouth
Brockton: Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fairgrounds; and Fridays 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. City Hall Plaza, 45 School St. (July-Oct.)
Carver: Sundays noon-4 p.m., Shurtleff Park, Route 58 (June 8-Oct.)
Cohasset: Thursdays 2:30-6:30 p.m., Town Common, Main Street (May-Oct)
Dedham: Wednesdays 1-6 p.m., Dedham Square parking lot, Eastern Avenue (July 9-Oct.)
Hingham: Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hingham Bathing Beach, Route 3A (May-Oct.)
Mansfield: Thursdays 2-6 p.m., Public parking lot, 80 N. Main St. (July-Sept.)
Marshfield: Fridays 2-7 p.m. Field adjacent Marshfield fairgrounds (June 6-Oct.)
Middleborough: Fridays 3-7 p.m. Cirelli Foods, 30 Commerce Blvd. (June 20-Oct.) and Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Pratt Farm Conservation, Route 105 (June 14-Oct.)
Milton: Thursdays 1-6 p.m., Wharf Street, off Adams Street (June 19-Oct.)
North Easton: Tuesdays 2-6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m., across from sheep pasture, 261 Main St. (May-Oct.)
Norwood: Tuesdays 1-6 p.m. Apollo parking lot, Nahatan and Cottage streets (June 17-Oct.)
Plymouth: Thursdays 2:30-6:30 p.m., Stephen's Field off Route 3A (June 21-Oct.) and Saturdays 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Court Street, Plymouth Center (June 28-Oct.)
Quincy: Fridays 1:30-6 p.m., John Hancock parking lot, across from Municipal Courthouse (July-Oct.)
Rochester: Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Plumb Corner Market parking lot, Route 105 (May-Oct.)
LECTURES, READINGS
Quincy: Slide presentation and walking tour, Thomas Crane Public Library, 40 Washington St. June 14, 2 p.m. Author David Kales and photographer Ron Goodman will give a free slide presentation about the Boston Harbor Islands, based on their recent book, "The Boston Harbor Islands: The History of An Urban Wilderness." Kales will lead a walking tour to Thompson Island on June 14, 2 p.m. (rain date June 15, 2:30 p.m.). 617-376-1301, thomascranelibrary.org.
Scituate: Author visit, Front Street Book Shop, 165 Front St. June 13, 7 p.m. Hallie Ephron, author of "1001 Books for Every Mood," a guide to her favorite books, sorted by more than 70 moods, includes a wide variety of books including new and old, fiction and nonfiction, for kids and adults. Free. 781-545-5011, frontstreetbookshop.com.
Stoughton: Stoughton Public Library, 84 Park St. June 19, 7 p.m., "The Big Dig Uncovered," a lecture, slideshow, and question-and-answer session with Boston Globe reporter Sean Murphy. June 26, 7 p.m., Emerson College professor and film journal editor Cynthia Miller will show clips and discuss the impact of favorite horror films and film directors. Free. 781-344-2711.
FILMS
Quincy: Independent Films, Thomas Crane Public Library, 40 Washington St. June 12, 7 p.m., "August the First, " award-winning American film directed by Lanre Olabisi. The film is unrated, but is not recommended for ages under 17 without parental permission. June 26, 7 p.m. "The Savages"; the Oscar-nominated movie is rated R for some sexuality and language. 617-376-1301, thomascranelibrary.org.
THEATER
Marion: "Annie," Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant St. June 13 and 14, 7 p.m., and June 15, 3 and p.m. The musical by Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin. Directed by Wendy Bidstrup and Nancy Sparklin. $12.50. 508-748-1266, marionartcenter.org.
Norwell: "Emma and the Lost Unicorn," Dreamchasers Inc. Theatre Arts, Norwell Grange Hall, 142 Main St. June 12, 4 p.m.; June 13, 7 p.m.; and June 14, 2 and 7 p.m. $10, $8 seniors. Premiere of the play about magic and fairies by Trisha Sugarek. 508-224-4548.
BENEFITS
Plymouth: The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra's seventh annual fund-raising golf tournament will be held June 12 at Southers Marsh Golf Club, 30 Southers Marsh Lane. Details, 508-746-8008, plymouthphil.org.
Plympton: Relay for Life, Plymouth South High School, Longmeadow Road, June 20 and 21. An all-night event and fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society. 508-269-2247, imgoodnu@hotmail.com.
ON THE WATER
Plymouth: Mayflower II, Water Street downtown, open daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Dockside exhibit at Plymouth State Pier features the history of Mayflower II from conception to construction to trans-Atlantic voyage. Profiles the men, women, and kitten that sailed to Plymouth in 1957. Also, a 17th-century Wampanoag customs booth where visitors explain the reason for their visit, declare valuables, and find out whether they are permitted to stay in the New World. 508-746-1622, plimoth.org.
Regional: The Office of Coastal Zone Management has produced a free guidebook that features nearly 400 destinations for day trips and coastal activities. The Massachusetts Coast Guide to Boston and the North Shore has 83 pages of information about sites from Hingham to Salisbury. Online version, mass.gov/czm/coastguide. To request a copy of the guide, write to Office of Coastal Zone Management, 251 Causeway St., Suite 800, Boston 02114, e-mail czm@state.ma.us, or call 617-626-1212.
NATURE
Trustees of Reservations:
Eleanor Cabot Bradley Reservation at Route 128 and Route 138 in Canton has 90 acres with 3 miles of trails. Daily 8 a.m.-dusk; free. Visual Arts Center at 963 Washington St. (Route 138) offers exhibitions, classes, and tours. The 20th-century estate features a country home, farm buildings, manicured lawns, and a walled garden. Once a farm known as Cherry Hill, Arthur Tracey Cabot hired architect Charles Platt to design a complex of buildings, gardens, and open fields. 781-821-8853.
Signal Hill, University Road in Canton. Property has 150 acres of walking trails, open meadows, access to the Neponset River for canoeing and kayaking. Dogs welcome on leashes. 781-784-0567, ext. 7000.
Whitney Thayer Woods on Route 3A in Cohasset and Hingham has 824 acres with 10 miles of trails; free; 10 a.m.-dusk daily.
World's End Reservation on Martins Lane in Hingham. Horseback riding permits available; 4 miles of trails. Daily 10 a.m.-dusk; $4.50; younger than 2 free.
Weir River Farm on Turkey Hill Lane in Hingham features 75 acres with 1 1/2 miles of hiking trails; free. Daily 8 a.m.-sunset.
Two Mile Reservation on Union Street in Marshfield features easy hiking trails to the North River. Sunrise to sunset; free.
Albert F. Norris Reservation features 129 acres with 2 miles of trails on Dover and West streets in Norwell. Wooded upland and salt marsh with trails along North River. Daily, 10 a.m.-dusk; free.
The Holmes Reservation on Court Street in Plymouth features 26 acres of open fields with views of Duxbury Harbor and Plymouth Beach. 781-837-9400. Daily, sunrise to sunset.
Bridgewater: Bridgewater State College Observatory, Summer Street. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m., through August and weather permitting. Adults and children 6 and older welcome. Free. Call ahead for weather-related cancellations, 508-531-3275, bridgew.edu/observatory.
Easton: Borderland State Park on Massapoag Avenue. The 1,570-acre property has six ponds and four trails, former home of Oakes and Blanche Ames. $3, free for 12 and younger. 508-238-6566.
Easton: Natural Resource Trust Easton Sheep Pasture, 307 Main St. Features 150 acres of farm and wildlife areas with 6 miles of hiking trails, farm animals, picnic areas, community gardens, and programs throughout the year. Every other Saturday at 10 a.m., "Sheep Thrills Fiber Circle" welcomes new members to join group of knitters, crocheters, and spinners. Tuesdays, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Outdoor Adventures Preschool Classes: June 17. Children and a preschool naturalist discuss a nature-related theme, take hikes, and may read stories, do crafts, and activities for ages 3 1/2-5 years old. Drop-ins allowed, space permitting. $30 for three weeks; $40 for four weeks. NRT Farmers Market through October, Tuesdays, 2-6 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., is held in front of the blue barn across from the trust's 261R Main St. entrance. Free. Open dawn to dusk. 508-238-6049, nrtofeaston.org.
Freetown: State forest, Slab Bridge Road. Near the main entrance is a day-use area, with picnic area, wading pool, fields, and restrooms. The remainder of the forest consists of 50 miles of unpaved roads and trails. Horseback riders, mountain bikers, and seasonal motorcycle and snowmobile users are welcome, as are hunters and anglers in season. Rattlesnake Brook, which meanders through much of the property, is stocked with brook trout each spring. Profile Rock, a 50-foot outcropping, shows a profile of what the Wampanoags believe to be Chief Massasoit. The 5,441-acre forest also includes the 227-acre Watuppa Reservation, which belongs to the Wampanoag Nation, and is the site of annual tribal meetings. 508-644-5522, mass.gov/dcr/parks/southeast/free.htm.
Hingham: Wompatuck State Park, Union Street, Route 228. The 3,526-acre park offers 262 wooded campsites, 12 miles of paved bicycle trails, and miles of wooded bridle paths and hiking trails. The park is popular with trailer campers: electrical and water hookups are available. Fishing is allowed in the Cohasset Reservoir. A boat ramp is provided for car-top boats. The park is named for an Indian chief the local Colonists knew as Josiah Wompatuck. In 1665, Chief Wompatuck deeded the park and the surrounding land to the English settlers. During World War II, the park was used as an ammunition depot by the US military. Free. 781-749-7160, mass.gov/dcr/parks/southeast/womp.htm.
Milton: Blue Hills Reservation, 695 Hillside St. A revised trail guide and map are available for $2. Open dawn to dusk, with more than 7,000 acres of walking trails, a walking club, and free outdoor activities sponsored by the state Department of Conservation and Recreation. The Blue Hills Adult Walking Club meets weekly at 1 p.m. for recreational walks. 617-698-1802, mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/blue.htm.
Norton: Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary, 37 Eddy St. June 28-29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Renaissance Fair, featuring pirates, story-tellers, Shakespeare, harpists, red dragon martial arts, minstrels, merchants, food and fun for children. $10, $5, children 5 and up and $15, 2-day pass. Half-price admission if dressed in Renaissance costume. A nonprofit animal reserve, established for the care of abused and abandoned farm and exotic animals. Volunteer guides lead visitors along the farm's wooded trails and among the yards where llamas, emus, horses, goats, sheep, pheasant, pigs, and other animals live. The farm has a petting area, perennial gardens, and educational programs including tepee camping. 508-285-6451, winslowfarm.com.
Norwell: South Shore Natural Science Center, 48 Jacobs Lane. The center has a nature store and six walking trails; interactive indoor exhibits include the EcoZone, which incorporates animals in a re-creation of their natural habitat. Every Saturday at 10 a.m., feed an animal. Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The center also features a nature preschool and function room. $5, $3 children older than 2. 781-659-2559, ssnsc.org.
Massachusetts Audubon and other properties:
Visual Arts Center at 963 Washington St. in Canton houses an extensive collection of natural history art and photography. Trails open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, and the gallery is open 1-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Admission $4, $3 seniors and children. 781-821-8853 or massaudubon.org.
North Hill Marsh on Mayflower Street in Duxbury. Dawn to dusk. 138 acres. $3, $2 for seniors, children. 781-837-9400.
South Shore Regional Center and North River Sanctuary at 2000 Main St. (Route 3A) in Marshfield Hills. Every Friday morning, join a group in search of the birds of Massachusetts in and around Plymouth County. Free. One Saturday a month, Massachusetts Audubon educator John Galluzzo retraces the steps taken by the Friday morning birders during a "Friday Morning Rewind." Registration required, $15. 781-837-9400, ext. 7909. More than 2 miles of nature trails open dawn to dusk. South Shore Regional Office with library, gift shop, art displays, open 8:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; $3, $2 seniors and children. 781-837-9400, massaudubon.org/southshore.
Daniel Webster Sanctuary off Winslow Cemetery Road, Marshfield. 781-837-9400, ext. 7909. Dawn to dusk; trails, wildlife blinds. 781-837-9400.
Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary trails at the Massachusetts Audubon sanctuary at 293 Moose Hill St. in Sharon offers 2,000 acres and 25 miles of trails. Through June 30, "Alien Invasives," collection of images of the stems, leaves, pods, and seeds of nonnative and native plants by Marcella Stasta. Gallery open daily, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Gift shop and office open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. Trail $4, $3 for children and seniors. 781-784-5691 or e-mail moosehill@massaudubon.org.
MUSEUMS
Brockton: Fuller Craft Museum, 455 Oak St. Saturdays, 10-11 a.m., workshops for children led by professional artists. Experiment with different craft media each week; $8 a child or $15 for two. Daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturdays, 2 p.m., guided tours with docents; $8, $5 seniors and students, younger than 12 free. 508-588-6000, fullercraft.org.
Cohasset: Our World Children's Global Discovery Museum, 100 Sohier St. Geared to children up to age 12. "Biodiversity 911: Saving Life on Earth," crawl through a coral reef, look at life in a giant tropical tree, or select sustainably harvested "catch of the day" at market. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday to Friday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. $5. 781-383-3198, ourworldcgdm.org.
Dedham: Museum of Bad Art, 580 High St., Dedham Community Theater. Includes paintings and sculptures from around the world. Monday-Friday, 2-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 1-10 p.m. Free. 781-444-6757. dedhamcommunitytheater.com.
Duxbury: Art Complex Museum, 189 Alden St. On 13 acres of woodland and fields, founded by the
Hull: Lifesaving Museum, 1117 Nantasket Ave. Restored lifesaving station, includes shipwreck displays, observation tower, navigation and exhibits for children. The museum features several rooms: The Orientation Room helps visitors trace the history of organized lifesaving from its 18th-century roots to today's Coast Guard. The Keeper's Room celebrates the life and deeds of Joshua James, introduces visitors to the Massachusetts Humane Society, and tells the story of the Great Storm of 1888. The Boat Room displays the lifesavers' actual apparatus, including the massive surf boat Nantasket, a rigged Beach Cart, and a working Breeches Buoy. The Edward Rowe Snow Room features lighthouse models, exhibits about Boston Harbor, the museum's rare book collection, video library, and research room. The Children's Navigation Loft is a special play attic for children, complete with dress-up trunks, games, puzzles, maritime activities, and a climb-on sailing ship. The Observation Cupola, atop the station, allows for views of Boston Harbor and the islands. Wednesday-Sunday and Monday holidays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5, $3 seniors. 781-925-5433, lifesavingmuseum.org.
Milton: Captain Forbes House Museum, 215 Adams St. Home of a family prominent in the China trade, includes Abraham Lincoln collection of Mary Bowditch Forbes, with Lincoln and Civil War memorabilia. Tuesday-Thursday, 1-4 p.m. $8, $5 for seniors and students, 12 and younger free. 617-696-1815, forbeshousemuseum.org.
Plymouth: Cordage Museum, 10 Cordage Park Circle. Memorabilia from the era when Plymouth was a major producer of rope. Free. Saturdays and Sundays, noon-4 p.m. 508-746-7707, plymouthcordagemuseum.org.
Plymouth: Pilgrim Hall Museum, 75 Court St. The oldest public US museum in continuous operation, founded in 1824 by Mayflower descendants. Pilgrim and Native American artifacts. Through Dec. 1, "It Came on the Mayflower!" exhibition highlighting the museum's collection of artifacts from the 1620 voyage. Admission $6, $5 seniors, free for children. Daily, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $7, $6 seniors, $4 children 5-7. Plymouth residents free. 508-746-1620, pilgrimhall.org.
Plymouth: Plimoth Plantation, 137 Warren Ave. Living history museum, 1627 Pilgrim Village, Hobbomock (Wampanoag Indian) home site, carriage house, crafts center, Nye rare breeds barn. Daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., the Mayflower II is on Water Street downtown, open daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Every day at 2:30 p.m., the film, "Desperate Crossing: The Untold Story of the Mayflower," shot at Plimoth Plantation with members of the Wampanoag community and staff, will be shown. New exhibit of photographs and text, titled "FlightPath," which explores the crucial yet largely unknown role that Plymouth Beach plays in an ancient system of shorebird migration routes running from the tip of South America to the Arctic tundra. 508-746-7222, plymouthguild.com. Tickets: Plantation only $24, $19 seniors, $14 ages 6-12; with tour of Mayflower $28, $22 seniors and students, $18 ages 6-12, free age 6 and younger. Mayflower II only: $10, $7 seniors and students, $7 ages 6-12. 508-746-1622, plimoth.org.
Scituate: Maritime and Irish Mossing Museum, 30 Driftway. In the 1739 residence of Captain Benjamin James, exhibitions on shipbuilding, Irish mossing, rescue, lighthouses, mariner antiques, and shipwrecks. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. $4, $3 seniors, $2 children, younger than 6 free. 781-545-1083.
HISTORY
Dedham: Fairbanks House Museum, 511 East St. The house has functioned as a museum since 1904. Exhibits on life from the mid-17th through the late-19th centuries. Timbers in the Fairbanks House were tested and through tree-ring dating were found to be from trees felled between 1637 and 1641, indicating it as the oldest American timber-framed structure known in North America. Home to eight generations of the Fairbanks family, the house is owned and operated by The Fairbanks Family in America Inc. Tours on the hour for 45 minutes, last tour begins at 4 p.m. $5, $2 for children ages 6-12. Children under 6 are admitted free. Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Docent opportunities available. 781-326-1170, fairbankshouse.org, homestead@fairbankshouse.org.
Dedham: Dedham Historical Society Museum, 612 High St. The museum exhibits the largest collection of original Dedham pottery. The society owns the Dedham Pottery trademark and has issued a limited-edition Turkey Plate, reproduced from its collection; 300 plates are available. To purchase a plate, send a check for $106, plus 5 percent tax for Massachusetts residents, and $8 if shipping is required. Mail to Dedham Historical Society, Box 215, Dedham 02027-0215. Open Tuesday-Friday, noon-4 p.m.; on even-dated Saturdays, 1-4 p.m.; and by appointment. 781-326-1385, DedhamHistorical.org.
Duxbury: Alden House Museum, 101 Alden St. The 1653 home of John Alden, a cooper on the Mayflower, and his wife, Priscilla. An exhibition of the history of the Alden Kindred of America. Monday-Saturday, noon-4 p.m. (last tour at 3:30 p.m.) $5, $3 ages 3-17, and free for younger than 3. 781-934-9092.
Hingham: Old Ordinary, 74 Lincoln St. The tavern on the Boston to Plymouth stage line was home to a privateer captain, a wigmaker, a chair maker and an architect. It's filled with rare and unique treasures that recapture Hingham's history as a fishing village, a shipping port, an early industrialized center, and a farming community. Tours 1-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. 781-749-0013.
Marshfield: Historic 1699 Winslow House, 634 Careswell St. Built by the grandson of original Pilgrim Edward Winslow and home to generations of Winslows. An example of First Period and early Georgian architecture and features period furnishings (including a signed Edmund Titcomb chest), documents, slave quarters, an early American stairway with acorn pendants and newels, and a period-style herb garden. Also, the Daniel Webster Law Office, a blacksmith shop, a restored 19th-century Concord Coach, and Webster's "phaeton" carriage. The Tea Room available for functions. July 22-Aug. 26, Marnie Bacon will offer yoga on Tuesdays, 7-8:15 p.m., $60/session, $12/drop-in fee. Proceeds benefit the Winslow House Society. Guided tours Wednesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $3, $1 children. 781-837-5753, winslowhouse.org.
Plymouth: The Jenney Grist Mill, 6 Spring Lane. The 16th-century nonprofit living history museum educates visitors to Plymouth about the agricultural, economic, and historic significance of the 1636 mill. The mill will be open for tours with a costumed miller who will talk about the importance of fish to the Pilgrims and how fish helped them to survive. Learn about the original mill built in 1636 and see how it is operated. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $6, $4 ages 5-12, 4 and under free. 508-747-4544, jenneygristmill.org.
Quincy: Adams National Historical Park, Visitor Center, 1250 Hancock St. The park tells the story of four generations of the Adams family from 1720 to 1927. Two main sites: the birthplaces of the second US president, John Adams, and the sixth US president, John Quincy Adams. Old House, 135 Adams St., was home to four generations of the Adams family, and the Stone Library containing more than 14,000 historic volumes. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Guided tours required in order to view interiors of the houses. Tours are two hours, leave regularly from the Visitor Center, 1250 Hancock St. Last tour departs daily at 3:15 p.m. $5, free for 16 and younger. 617-773-1177, nps.gov/adam.
ARTS
Cohasset: South Shore Art Center, Ripley Road. Through July 13, "Interludes: Visiting Artists," an exhibition that features the work of master artists Josette Urso, Peter Schroth, Rose Pellicano, Catherine Kehoe, Kim Bernard and Ron Pokrasso. The artists and teachers will offer workshops throughout the summer. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday noon-4p.m. 781-383-2787, ssac.org.
Hull: Oceanside 17 Studio and Gallery, 17 Rockland St. On display, "At Home in My Life: New Paintings by Franny Andahazy," solo exhibition of new work by the artist and gallery-owner. Also showing works by South Shore artists: Nancy Colella, Jeanne MacFarland, Ros Farbush, Page Railsback, Conny Hatch and Kate Ryan. Thursday--Saturday 11 a.m.--4 p.m., Sunday 1--4 p.m. Free. 781-773-1563.
Marion: Marion Art Center, 80 Pleasant St. Through June 25, "A Month in Sicily," paintings and photographs by Judith Rosbe, Anthony Miraglia, and Maura McGurk. Tuesday-Friday, 1-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 508-748-1266, marionartcenter.org.
Quincy: Thomas Crane Public Library, 40 Washington St. Coletti reading room. Through June 30, "Okeanus/Oceanus," exhibition of photographs capturing the living and nonliving ocean creatures that inhabit the coastal communities by South Shore photographer Martin Grassie. 617-376-1301, thomascranelibrary.org.
Scituate: Front Street Art Gallery, 124 Front St. Through June 27, exhibit of works by monoprintist Joan Appel and oil paintings by Jody Regan. Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Free. 781-545-6150.
Weymouth: Dickinson Art Gallery, 1132 Main St. Through June 14, collection of New England landscapes done in acrylic by Stephen Boczanowski. The gallery features works by an additional 15 New England artists: Kathy Ferrara, Donald Dickinson, James Earl, Roger Gill, Stephen J. Holland, Sally J. McCarthy, Diane Panerelli Miller, George Murray, Dan Myers, Anet Paglierani, and Isabel Shamitz. Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., and Sundays, noon-5 p.m. Free. 781-331-3384, dickinsonarrtgallery.com.
WORKSHOPS/COURSES
Manomet: Writer's workshop, Manomet Branch Library, 12 Strand Ave. Every third Thursday at 7 p.m. through June. A writer's group workshop designed for beginner and amateur writers. Participants should bring a short written piece on a character and will be invited to share it with the group for feedback. New members welcome. Free. 508-830-4185, plymouthpubliclibrary.org.
Mansfield: Summer Theater Education Programs, Mansfield Music and Arts Society, Blackbox Theater, 30 Crocker St. The society is accepting enrollment for summer programs. Class offerings online. 508-339-2822, mmas.org.
Marshfield: North River Arts Society, 157 Old Main St. Accepting registration for summer workshops and classes in drawing, sculpture, fashion design, and sewing offered for adults and youths ages 12-18. 781-837-8091, northriverarts.org.
Plymouth: Plymouth Guild for the Arts, Russell Building, 11 North St. Through July 25, "Members' Florabunda Gallery Show." June 27, 6-8 p.m., Fourth Friday art reception. New entries for June art classes: kids' clay, ages 8-13; adult clay; comic strip art for middle school grades; and comic strip art for high school grades. In addition, wheel throwing, both private and semiprivate classes available. A free open painting studio on Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. Other classes include drawing, pastel, life drawing, oil and acrylic painting, pen and ink, watercolor, still-life painting, photography, abstract-expressionist painting, batik, and invitations. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 508-746-7222, plymouthguild.org.
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