This Sunday officially marks the first day of Summer 2021! The South Shore is more than ready for it with new events, celebrations and community happenings daily. It can be overwhelming to keep track of so many announcements so we thought we would pull out eight (8) event highlights for this week! Want more details? Click on event titles for venue names, times and other important information.
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Movies Under the Stars at Duxbury Library!
Wednesday June 16th 8:30pm to 10:30pm
77 Alden St, Duxbury, MA 02332
Come to the library and enjoy a Kung Fu Panda (PG) on the side lawn. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. The movie starts at 8:30 pm. Movie's start times may adjust due to lighting. Social distancing is encouraged.
Storytellers in the Park at Hartsuff Park Grove
Thursday June 17th 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Hingham St, Rockland MA 02370
Join Rockland Recreation Department for free summer fun each Thursday evening in June at Hartstuff Park Grove for a free storytime from 530-630pm. Bring a chair, picnic blanket and pack dinner if you'd like! There will be fun, action, adventures and music! This week's feature is Big Ryan's Tall Tales with puppet play, music and movement!
Sunset Picnics at Weir River Farm
Thursday June 17th, 5:00pm to 8:30pm
140 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham MA 02043
A new Thursday night music and picnic series at Weir River Farm! Starting June 17 and running every Thursday evening until October 7, the series will feature local breweries and food trucks, live music, and amazing views! Pack your picnic blanket and head over early to say hello to Ruby the llama and Nutmeg the pony. Walk the Polly Thayer Starr art installation, a half-mile trail of Exploration Stations featuring exquisite landscapes, quotes, and thought prompts. Relax with your friends while watching the sun set over the Boston skyline!
Juneteenth Celebration with the Hingham Unity Council
Saturday June 19th 4:00pm to 6:00pm
95 Otis St, Hingham, MA (Hingham Bathing Beach)
Join the Hingham Unity Council for a Juneteenth community event - All are welcome to celebrate in community with friends and family at the Hingham Bathing Beach (near the gazebo)on Saturday June 19th from 4pm to 6pm. Enjoy poetry written & read by local resident David Janey, music & more! Juneteenth Celebration - Hingham Unity Council
Grand Opening of Untold Brewing and Derby Street's "The Green" Beer Garden
Friday June 18th, 6:00pm
92 to 98 Derby St, Hingham, MA 02043
Join Derby Street for the grand opening of The Green in partnership with Untold Brewing. Families and four-legged-friends are welcome. You'll find a mix of picnic tables and Adirondack chairs that are comfortably spaced apart, yard games, and a rotating selection of draft Untold beer.
Pool Opens for Season at Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield
Saturday June 19th, 12:00pm
37 Proprietors Dr, Marshfield, MA 02050
Continuing to follow proactive safety guidelines, the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield looks forward to welcoming you for a poolside summer - offering family/recreational swim, splash park play and lap swim. Please see their website for reservation information and safety protocols.
Father's Day Car Show
Sunday June 20th,11:00am to 4:00pm
334 Old Oak St, Hanover, MA 02359
A family friendly car show that will have Augie’s Food Truck and Galaxy Ice Cream Truck available for the duration of the show as well as a bounce house, lawn games, and a 50/50 raffle.
Hanover Farmer's Market
Sunday June 20th, 11:00am to 3:00pm
287 Cedar St, Hanover, MA 02339
The first outdoor farmer's market in Hanover, MA! This event is once a month on the third Sunday and will be on Father's Day this month! Come treat Dad to an array of fresh produce, artisan goods, and unique local vendor offerings!
