Headlines

• Braintree: Project Delta, a Braintree–based nonprofit that supplies stuffed animals to first responders, delivered its first shipment of comfort bears to the Windsor Fire Marshal’s Office this week. The organization partners with police, fire, and EMS agencies to help support children during traumatic calls, and the new bears will now be available on Windsor’s emergency vehicles. - Patch

• Duxbury: A Duxbury woman donated bone marrow on the first anniversary of her father’s passing from leukemia, giving new life to a 39-year-old patient. Inspired by her father, she had registered with the Gift of Life Marrow Registry and became a 100% match. Philbrick hopes her story encourages others to join the registry, noting that “all it takes is a swab of the cheek” to potentially save a life.- 7 News WHDH

• Plymouth: Bamp’s Toy Vault in downtown Plymouth is a magical new destination for children and families, offering a whimsical mix of toys, games, crafts, and interactive play spaces. This holiday season, Bamp’s is partnering with Toys for Tots, providing gift recommendations from $5 to $60 and offering 20% off for donations. Top picks for young shoppers include Air Toobz, Tenzi, Lego Duplo Bluey’s Family House, Hey Clay air-dry clay, and Headu Look Open and Find. - Cohasset Anchor

Spotlight on Nautical Mile Market

A beloved South Shore staple for 19 years, Nautical Mile Market will be closing its Hanover location on December 31st due to changes with their landlord. But the team isn’t going far, they’re on the hunt for a new spot to continue serving the community. If you know of available commercial space, they’d love your help! In the meantime, stop by their Whitman location, to show your support and stay connected. - Link to Facebook post

Upcoming Events

• 10th Annual Post-Feast Waddle: Friday, November 28, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Plymouth: Skip the Black Friday lines and join the whole family, including dogs on-leash, for a 3-mile hike from the Wildlands Trust headquarters to the Beech Tree Clearing at Emery Preserve. - Davis-Douglas Farm

• UB Cycling Club Ride: Friday, November 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Scituate: Join the UB Cycling Club for a relaxed group ride starting and ending at Untold Brewing. Riders of all levels are welcome for this late-fall spin through Scituate’s scenic backroads. Stick around afterward to enjoy Untold’s taproom and kick off the long weekend with good company. – Untold Brewing

• The Story of Thanksgiving Dinner: Friday, November 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – Plymouth: Experience a historic plated Thanksgiving meal at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, inspired by the traditional menu served after President Lincoln established the holiday. Enjoy roast native turkey with classic New England sides, lobster bisque, seasonal pies, and storytelling from Museum Educators and Historical Performers. Ticket purchase includes two-day museum admission to all major sites, including the 17th-Century English Village and Mayflower II. - Plimoth Patuxet Museums

• That Fabled Shore Pop-Up: Friday, November 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Scituate: Browse coastal-inspired glassware, cutting boards, and handcrafted home goods as That Fabled Shore pops up inside the Untold Brewing taproom. Pick up a New England–themed gift or a keepsake that brings a touch of the shoreline home. – Untold Brewing

• Say Darling: Friday, November 28, 2025, 8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM) – Plymouth: Catch Grammy-nominated vocalist Celia Woodsmith (of Della Mae) and acclaimed guitarist Chris Hersch (Girls Guns & Glory) with their full band for a powerhouse night of roots rock, blues, and soul-driven originals. - Spire Center for Performing Arts

• Clamming the South River 2025: Saturday, November 29, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Humarock/Marshfield: Join NSRWA for a hands-on clamming adventure on the South River flats, guided by local experts who’ll teach techniques, identify clam species, and explain their ecological role. Participants can observe or try clamming themselves—no license required to learn. Meet at the Humarock Parking Lot (2–4 Central Ave) and look for the NSRWA van, which will shuttle attendees to the site. Wear waterproof boots and clothes suitable for kneeling in wet sand. – North and South Rivers Watershed Association

• Thanksgiving Time at Alden House: Saturday, November 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Duxbury: Start the holiday season with a guided tour of the historic Alden House and learn how early New England families celebrated Thanksgiving. Enjoy a hands-on activity by crafting your own Colonial-style ornament to bring home. No reservations required. – Alden House Historic Site

• Thanksgiving Hootenanny: Saturday, November 29, 7:00 PM – 9:15 PM – Duxbury: Celebrate the season with Steve Folino and The Folk Ensemble at 842 Tremont Street, performing acoustic folk classics from Townes Van Zandt, Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan, and John Prine. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with advance tickets $8 for members, $10 for non-members, and $4 for kids under 18; day-of-show tickets are cash or check only. Enjoy homemade treats, great music, and a warm folk-music atmosphere. – Duxbury First Parish Church

• James Montgomery: Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM) – Plymouth: Blues legend James Montgomery takes the stage at the Spire Center for an unforgettable night of soulful harmonica, powerhouse vocals, and electrifying blues. With a career spanning four decades and collaborations with icons like B.B. King, Muddy Waters, and Bonnie Raitt, Montgomery brings high-energy musicianship and timeless classics to the South Shore. Tickets $35.50–$39. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• Book Love Kid Lit Fest: Sunday, November 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Plymouth: Enjoy a cozy morning of stories, crafts, and cocoa at Village Green South with five beloved local children’s authors—Josh Funk, Jannie Ho, Renee Kurilla, Scott Magoon, and AJ Smith. Storytime sessions run every 30 minutes beginning at 10:30 AM, making it perfect for families to drop in anytime. Pre-order books, meet the authors, and enjoy creative fun for kids of all ages. – Book Love

• It’s a Jolly Holly Days at Alden House: Sunday, November 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Duxbury: Celebrate Holly Days with candle-dipping, Colonial ornament-making, and a festive tour of the Alden House decorated for the season. Enjoy a special visit with 18th-century reenactor Stacy Booth at the hearth as she shares stories of Colonial holiday foods and traditions. No reservations required. – Alden House Historic Site

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