Coming up: Holiday concerts, fundraisers, tree lightings on the South Shore
Holiday concert Saturday at Weymouth church
WEYMOUTH – The Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra will perform a holiday concert conducted by Michael Bednarsky at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at East Weymouth Congregational Church, 1320 Commercial St. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $25 per family. Audience members are encouraged to wear a face mask. For tickets and more information, visit Facebook.com/sanctuaryhall.
Cohasset church raising money for Ukrainian children
COHASSET – The Unitarian First Parish Church will raise money for UNICEF’s relief programs to aid Ukrainian children during the Cohasset Village Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, on the Cohasset Common. The church's table will be in the Unitarian Universalist Parish house at 23 North Main St., where financial donations will be collected. Donations can also be made online. For more information, visit firstparishcohasset.org.
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'Highwaymen' concert at Quincy library Monday
QUINCY – The Thomas Crane Library will present “The Highwaymen: Songs and Stories of Matt York” from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, at 40 Washington St. York plays songs by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and Waylon Jennings – members of the former country supergroup The Highwaymen. York was nominated for best country album at the Boston Music Awards. For more information, visit thomascranelibrary.org.
Holiday story hour Wednesday at Pembroke library
PEMBROKE – The Pembroke Public Library will hold the Celebrations of Light Story Hour with fabulist John Porcino from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 142 Center St. The program weaves a collection of tales and songs to celebrate the holiday season. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit pembrokepubliclibrary.org.
Lobster trap Christmas tree lighting set for Dec. 9 in Cohasset
COHASSET – The 10th annual lighting of the Cohasset lobster trap Christmas tree is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at the Olde Salt House, 44 Border St. Those wishing to participate in a buoy-decorating contest can pick up supplies at the Legion post, 98 Summer St., for $20. All proceeds benefit the veterans food pantry.
Kingston artist's work on exhibit at library
KINGSTON – The Kingston Public Library’s art gallery will exhibit the work of Kingston resident Rose Mamakos throughout December. Mamakos’ abstract style features bright and vibrant colors and replicates a sense of movement on the canvas. The library is at 6 Green St. and is open Monday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Marshfield survey seeks residents' views on emergency plan
MARSHFIELD – Town residents can take a survey about the town's 2023 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan to prepare for potential emergencies, including coastal flooding and erosion, severe storms and droughts. Information gathered by the survey will be used to improve coordination and reduce risks to residents and public infrastructure. To complete the 14-question survey, visit http://arcg.is/P19my.
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