The Local Seen

Plymouth Holiday Market at Plymouth Memorial Hall
2024-12-07 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court Street, Plymouth, MA, 02360, United States
It’s that time of the year again – time to deck the halls, trim the tree, and shop ‘til you drop. If you’re looking for a way to spruce up your holiday shopping experience, take a trip to the historic Plymouth Memorial Hall on December 7th for the Plymouth Holiday Market. Discover this one-day holiday extravaganza with a handpicked collection of more than 100 local artisans that will give even the Scroogiest of family members something to smile about. Explore an array of giftable art, home decor, jewelry, vintage treasures and more. And if you’re feeling a little pekish during your gift-buying experience, there will be food trucks on standby, ready to serve you up a variety of culinary delights. The fun goes from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and tickets are available for $5…except for your little elves under the age of 12 – they get in free.

Pilgrim Festival Chorus presents A Basically British Christmas
2024-12-07 19:30, 2024-12-08 16:00 | St. Bonventure Parish, 803 State Rd, Plymouth, MA, United States
When it comes to Christmas, nobody does it quite like Pilgrim Festival Chorus…or the British for that matter. On December 6th, 7th, and 8th, join PFC for A Basically British Christmas: Seasonal Favorites from Across the Pond, where you will hear beautiful renditions of musical works from such composers as Ralph Vaughn Williams, Gustav Holst, John Rutter, and James Whitbourn. To add to this majestic performance, you’ll hear the added drama of brass, timpani, cello, and flute. A truly magical way to begin the holiday season, this performance will take place at St. Bonventure Parish at 803 State Road in Plymouth. For tickets and times, visit pilgrimfestivalchorus.org.

Adult Craft Night: Felted Holly Ornaments at Pembroke Public Library
2024-12-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Pembroke Public Library, 142 Center St, Pembroke, MA, 02359, United States
Have a HOLLY JOLLY craft class using wool roving and eco-friendly materials to make your own holly Ornament. Instructors from the Pop-Up Art School will be at the Pembroke Public Library leading a holiday themed needle felting class for adults on Tuesday December 10th from 6pm to 7:30pm. Convening in the Meeting Room, this craft event is perfect for beginners and beyond – Register via the library’s website.

Author Talk with Marc-Anthony Arena at Kingston Public Library
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Faunce School – Kingston Public Library, 16 Green Street, Kingston, MA
What really causes slow computers? On Wednesday December 11th The Kingston Public Library is hosting Marc Anthony Arena, author of How to Protect Yourself From Your Computer, for an enlightening talk that will reveal ways to guard against computer viruses, spyware, fake toolbars and spam. He will impart knowledge on backing up your computer, how to save on printer ink and, yes, why our technology can get bogged down and run slowly. Finally, Marc will talk about how to easily identify fake tech support scammers who use scare tactics to get you to give them money. you’ll walk out the door more confident in using your digital devices. This program starts at 6pm at the Faunce School,at 16 Green Street in Kingston. It is about an hour long and is free to all! To register email Reference Librarian Steven Miller or call 781 585 0517 x 6272.

Snowy Owl Presentation at Plymouth Library - Manomet Branch
2024-12-12 17:00 | Plymouth Public Library – Manomet Branch, 12 Strand Avenue, Plymouth, MA, United States
WHO is this majestic and nomadic feathered friend from the Arctic regions that is often spotted along New England coastal lands and seen at Logan Airport? On Thursday December 12th join Mass Audubon at the Plymouth Public Library Manomet Branch to learn all about the anatomy, behavior and year around life cycle of the Snowy Owl–and why they often spend the winter in Massachusetts. This free educational talk starts at 5pm, will be enjoyable for people of OWL ages, and is sure to be a HOOT.
Fly to the Mass Audubon website to sign up.

A Christmas Carol Interactive Walk-Through Performances at the Hedge House
2024-12-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-14 13:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-15 13:00 - 18:00 | Hedge House, 126 Water Street, Plymouth, MA, 02360, United States
A Christmas Carol was written by Charles Dickens to, “help open the hearts of the prosperous and powerful toward the poor and powerless.” More than 180 years later, the author’s intention continues to hit the mark with this cherished redemption tale portrayed in a rousing variety of ways every holiday season. From December 12th, through the 15th, the Plymouth Antiquarian Society will bring this classic tale to the life in an interactive experience that will transform the 1809 Hedge House into an immersive walk-through with Ebenezer Scrooge’s penance and recompense. Join Scrooge as you travel through the rooms of the historical house, encountering a talented cast of performers enacting his visitations with the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. This one-of-a-kind performance will last approximately 45 minutes and tickets are a pittance at the cost of only a few shillings, or $35 per person in American current day dollars. There is a five-dollar discount for members, and multiple performance times to choose from each day. Reserve tickets for your time and visit at the Plymouth Antiquarian Society’s website.

Preview Party Decades of Duxbury House Holiday Celebration at King Caesar House for Members
2024-12-13 16:00 - 20:00 | King Caesar House, 120 King Caesar Road, Duxbury, MA, 02332, United States
The Duxbury Rural and Historical Society is ringing in the holidays with Decades of Duxbury, an immersive celebration of the town throughout its years! Rooms in the King Caesar house will become time capsules you can walk through, adorned with decorations representing different decades. When you arrive at the end of this self-guided tour, take the opportunity for some seasonal shopping in the Duxbury Rural and Historical Society holiday store. It all begins on Friday December 13th with a preview thank you party from 4:00 – 8:00 PM for current members of the society – your asked to RSVP to this free event on the website.. All are welcome to come and enjoy the Decade of Duxbury tour on Saturday December 14th and Sunday December 15th, from 12 to 4pm. There is no advance registration required on these days, and the cost is just $10 paid at the door.

Luminaria Walk at Soule Homestead
2024-12-13 17:00 - 19:30, 2024-12-14 17:00 - 19:30 | Soule Homestead, 46 Soule Street, Middleborough, MA, 02346, United States
The Winter season brings new enchantment to Soule Homestead. On December 13th and 14th experience the magical Luminaria Walk when the nature trails at Soule become a beautifully atmospheric pathway aglow with candles and an immersive storywalk about the winter solstice. This is a captivating and unique experience is wonderful for all ages, starts at 5pm, and embarks in groups limited to 15 people, running in 20-minute increments. The last walk is at 7:45. It is recommended that tickets be purchased in advance. The cost is only $5 for children up to age 12, and the price includes a lantern craft activity to help light the path along the way. Adult tickets are$8 and include a free cocoa or coffee. Additional refreshments, such as soup and s’mores will be for sale as well. All proceeds go towards the preservation of the Homestead. .

Breakfast with Santa at Plymouth Patuxet Museum
2024-12-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave, Plymouth, MA, United States
Only a few more weeks until Santa loads up his sleigh and makes his way. But if your family would love a Santa sighting before Christmas Eve, plan a Breakfast with Santa at Plimoth Patuxet Museums. On December 14th, 15th, and 21st, you’re invited to celebrate the holidays with a delicious breakfast buffet complete with eggs, French toast, pastries, bacon and the jolly old elf himself. Kids can decorate their very own gingerbread man, create a holiday ornament, write a letter to Santa and make a memory with the man in red. The fun begins at 10:00 AM on all three days. To purchase your tickets, visit Plimoth.org.

LGBTQ Holiday Brunch at the Duxbury Senior Center
2024-12-14 11:00 - 13:00 | The Center, Duxbury, 10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332, United States
Brunch is more than a meal, it is a lifestyle. On Saturday December 14th, all are welcome to the Duxbury Senior Center’s annual Holiday Brunch celebrating the LGBTQ community. Come to enjoy a scrumptious quiche served along with bacon, muffins, pastries, coffee and tea, accompanied by the festive mood, live entertainment and excellent company. For our gluten free and vegetarian friends, there will be delicious options available for you, too. The brunch runs from 11am to 1pm on the Ellison Large Side of the Duxbury Senior Center. Register through the Senior Center’s website.

Decades of Duxbury House Holiday Celebration at King Caesar House
2024-12-14 12:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-15 12:00 - 16:00 | King Caesar House, 120 King Caesar Road, Duxbury, MA, 02332, United States

Plymouth Philharmonic Hometown Holiday Concert
2024-12-14 15:00, 2024-12-14 19:30 | Plymouth Memorial Hall, 83 Court Street, Plymouth, MA, 02360, United States
The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra is paying special tribute to the film Polar Express, the modern holiday classic released twenty years ago this season. On December 14th and 15th join Conductor Steven Karidoyanes and special guest vocalist Roselin Osser and a very merry orchestra who will be taking this soundtrack out for a long wintery ride at the Plymouth Memorial Hall. There will be a guaranteed Santa sighting, along with a March of the Toys charity drive. Hop in your sleigh and get ready for a wonderful winterland night at the Phil! Saturday showtimes are 3 and 7:30pm, and 3:00 PM on Sunday. Visit the Phil’s website to reserve your tickets.

A Winter's Night - Snug Harbor Community Chorus at Duxbury Performing Arts Center
2024-12-14 19:30 | Duxbury Performing Arts Center, 73 Alden St, Duxbury, MA, 02332, United States
Join Snug Harbor Community Chorus in celebrating the holiday season with “A Winter’s Night,” a family concert featuring more than 50 voices, an audience singalong, a flutist and other live musicians, silent auction, and raffle.
The concert takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Duxbury Performing Arts Center, 73 Alden St. In addition, a matinee performance takes place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 at Laura’s Center for the Arts, 97 Mill St., Hanover. Tickets cost $20; children under 10 are admitted free. Tickets are available at https://www.snugharborcc.org/concerts-ticket and at the door.

Brunch with Santa at Courtside Bar & Grill - Wolves Den
2024-12-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Courtside Bar & Grill at Wolves Den, 340 Oak Street, Pembroke, MA, United States
Great food and fun get a Picture with Santa.
Call and make your reservations ASAP. Times available are 10am, 12pm and 2pm.
TO MAKE A RESERVATION 781-924-3261

A Winter's Night- Snug Harbor Community Chorus at Laura's Center for the Arts
2024-12-15 14:00 | Laura’s Center for the Arts, 97 Mill St, Hanover, MA, United States
Join Snug Harbor Community Chorus in celebrating the holiday season with “A Winter’s Night,” a family concert featuring more than 50 voices, an audience singalong, a flutist and other live musicians, silent auction, and raffle.
This is a matinee performance taking place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 at Laura’s Center for the Arts, 97 Mill St., Hanover. Tickets cost $20; children under 10 are admitted free. Tickets are available at https://www.snugharborcc.org/concerts-ticket and at the door.

An Americana Christmas at the Americana Theatre Company
2024-12-17 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North Street, Plymouth, MA, United States
The Americana Theatre Company is reprising its 2022 original work, “An Americana Christmas Carol” at Plymouth Center for the Arts on select dates in December on the 12th through the 21st at 7 pm and 2 pm matinee performances on December 15 and 21. The show content is appropriate for all ages and runs about 90 minutes. Visit the Americana Theatre website to get your tickets.

Kingsbury Pub Sip & Shop Holiday Craft Fair
2024-12-18 05:00 - 20:00 | Kingsbury Pub at Kingsbury Club & Spa, 186 Summer Street, Kingston, MA, United States
The Kingsbury Pub Sip & Shop Holiday Craft Fair is a chance to shore up your holiday gift list, while taking some time for you to savor a tasty beverage. On Wednesday December 18th from 5am to 8pm, get in the festive spirit over potable spirits, when this event will feature a variety of local and small businesses offering unique gift ideas to purchase, a menu of delicious drinks, and a warm, cozy environment for browsing. The Kingsbury Pub is in the Kingsbury Club & Spa at 186 Summer Street in Kingston.

The Key To Successful Aging Discussion at Duxbury Senior Center
2024-12-18 11:00 | The Center, Duxbury, 10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA, 02332, United States
The Secret to Successful Aging is a TED talk by Cathleen Toomey, a branding professional who, using humor and her own experience, presents three keys to thriving as an older person. In her viral TED Talk, The Secret to Successful Aging, Cathleen shares that neither eating more kale and getting Botox, nor doing endless Sudoku puzzles holds the key to truly aging well. Rather it is about embracing your age, defying expectations and growing new friendships. On Wednesday December 18th the Duxbury Council on Aging invites you for a viewing of Toomey’s TED talk, with an inspired discussion about the points presented in the video to follow. This event will start at 11am and be led by the Senior Center’s student intern Andrew. If you would like to attend, please register with the Center.

Holiday Dinner Party at Pembroke Council on Aging
2024-12-18 12:00 | Pembroke Senior Services, 128 Center Street, Pembroke, MA
Time with friends over a dinner plate of hearty, delicious food is a recipe for seasonal joy. Come imbibe when The Pembroke Council on Aging hosts their annual Holiday Dinner Party on Wednesday December 18th. Plates will be filled straight from the carving station with turkey and all the fixings– all cooked by a special guest chef. Guitarist Bob Bandera will perform live, seasoning the festive spirit of the dinner with a delightful selection of gentle acoustic songs. The Dinner Party starts at 12 noon at the Senior Center, located in Pembroke at 128 Center Street.

Beers With Queers - Plymouth Pride
2024-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Speedwell Tavern, 47 Main Street, Plymouth, MA, 02360
An LGBTQIA+ social hour! Come say “Hi,” grab a drink and/or bite to eat.
This is a social event for LGBTQIA+ adults local to the Plymouth County area to connect in a safe space. This is not a networking event.
Every third Wednesday of the month.

A Tap Holiday Performance at Pembroke COA
2024-12-19 10:00 | Pembroke Senior Services, 128 Center Street, Pembroke, MA
The Rockettes high kicking, showstopping famed annual Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular has made tap dancing numbers a holiday tradition since 1933. Join The Pembroke Council on Aging to shuffle-ball-change into the spirit of the season with longtime tap dancer Jan Harold and her fantastic dance crew on Thursday December 19th for A Tap Holiday Performance. Beginning at 10am, Jan and her brigade of toe-tappers will click heel-toe across the floor and put on what is SHOE to be a dazzling dance show. This event is free and open to all.
