This Week on the South Shore

Headlines

• Braintree: Celebrating 50 years, The Peabody Companies are spreading the love with “50 Acts of Kindness,” starting with residents knitting hundreds of handmade items for newborns at Southcoast Health. It’s a warm-and-fuzzy kickoff to a yearlong campaign all about community, connection, and giving back close to home. - APN News

• Hingham: Local advocacy group Stand Up Speak Out scored a big win for the South Shore with a successful fall food drive supporting pantries in Hull, Hingham, and Weymouth. Thanks to generous neighbors and local businesses, the effort raised cash, gift cards, and 55 bags of food and toiletries, proving once again that community action makes a real difference close to home. - The Anchor

• Plymouth: Plymouth’s Spire Center is rolling out a new Classic Film Series this February, bringing timeless movies back to the big screen for a true shared theater experience. Catch The Stranger (Feb. 11) and Charade (Feb. 18) for just $9 and relive Hollywood’s golden age right in downtown Plymouth. - Patch

• Quincy: Community-driven coffee brand MOTW Coffee & Pastries is brewing its way to the South Shore with a new café opening soon on Willard Street in Quincy. Known for globally inspired drinks and a mission rooted in giving back, the new spot aims to be a welcoming hangout and the first of more Massachusetts locations to come. - Whatnow

• Weymouth: A $240,000 state grant is pushing a long-awaited Back River dredging project closer to reality, clearing the way for safer, easier boating access. The funding helps protect public waterfront access while keeping a key launch open for residents, boaters, and emergency crews. - Town of Weymouth

Local Business Spotlight

One Family. Four Decades. Harmon & Sons, Inc. Celebrates 40 Years of Growing the South Shore

Forty years in business is no small feat and Plymouth-based Harmon & Sons, Inc. is celebrating the milestone in true family fashion. Founded in 1985 by Mark Harmon and built across three generations, the company has grown from a small handyman operation into a trusted landscaping and property maintenance leader serving communities throughout the South Shore and Cape Cod. Along the way, Harmon & Sons has earned a reputation for quality craftsmanship, reliability, and deep community roots.

Today, Harmon & Sons continues to evolve while staying true to the values that started it all, offering comprehensive residential and commercial services from landscape maintenance and lawn care to hardscaping, irrigation, and snow management. As the team looks ahead to the next chapter, they’re also giving back to the community that helped them grow.

Services include: Landscape maintenance & lawn care, hardscape design and construction, irrigation, landscape lighting, and snow management.
Learn more: Website

Mark Your Calendar

Upcoming Events

• Sip & Swap: A Benefit for the Scituate Library Foundation: Thursday, January 29, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Scituate: Bring books of all genres and ages to this free book swap at Untold Brewing, with unswapped books donated to support the Friends of Scituate Town Library bookstore. Drop off books early if you can’t attend, and enjoy a cozy evening supporting your local library. – Untold Brewing

• Vinyl Night ft. DJ Sprino & Pop–up Shop by Common Groove Records: Friday, January 30, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Marshfield: Celebrate all things vinyl with DJ Sprino spinning records in the taproom while browsing a curated collection from Common Groove Records. A must for music lovers and vinyl enthusiasts alike! – Stellwagen

• Dan Tyminski Live: Friday, January 30, 8:00 PM – Plymouth: Grammy-winning bluegrass singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Dan Tyminski brings his celebrated career to the Spire Center, performing hits from his solo albums, collaborations with Alison Krauss & Union Station, and global favorites like “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow” and “Hey Brother”. With a career spanning more than 30 years, Tyminski combines virtuosic musicianship, storytelling, and high-energy live performance for fans of all genres. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• What’s Cooking? – Cheate Bread: Saturday, January 31, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Plymouth: Step back in time at Plimoth Patuxet Museums and learn to mix, knead, and bake 17th-century cheate bread in a wood-fired oven. Finish by hand-making your own butter to enjoy with your freshly baked loaf—a hands-on experience for history and food lovers alike. – Plimoth Patuxet Museums

• Starry Night Gala – A Celebration of the Arts: Saturday, January 31, 6:00 PM – Hingham: Immerse yourself in a festive evening inspired by Van Gogh’s Starry Night at Ironwood Hingham. Enjoy live music, upscale dining, and a dazzling auction, all supporting South Shore Conservatory’s mission to make the arts accessible to all. – South Shore Conservatory

• Live Music with Classic Vibe: Saturday, January 31, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Plymouth: Celebrate Untold Brewing’s 2nd anniversary with live reggae from Classic Vibe at the Plymouth taproom. A laid-back night of great music, local beer, and good vibes. – Untold Brewing

• Harvest & Rust – A Neil Young Experience: Saturday, January 31, 8:00 PM – Plymouth: Celebrate the music of Neil Young with Harvest & Rust, one of the Northeast’s premier tribute bands. The group performs a dynamic mix of hits from Young’s solo catalog and his work with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, capturing both acoustic intimacy and raw electric energy. Led by Garrett Lechowski and featuring a full band, this performance delivers authentic renditions and deep cuts for fans of all ages. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• Sweet Stuff: New England Confections from Necco Wafers to Whoopie Pies: Sunday, February 1, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM – Scituate: Author Susan Mara Bregman shares stories from her book New England Sweets about the region’s confectionery traditions, followed by a book signing and lite sweet treats. – Grand Army of the Republic Hall

• Full Moon Hike at World’s End: Sunday, February 1, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM – Hingham: Enjoy a peaceful after-hours hike at World’s End under the light of the full moon. Join a guided, hour-long walk along historic cart paths to Planter’s Hill, taking in sunset views, moonrise, and stories about the month’s moon and the landscape’s history. Keep an eye out for wildlife becoming active at dusk, including deer, foxes, and owls. Pre-registration required; dress warmly. – World’s End

• Yoga for WellBeing: Wednesday, February 4, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Plymouth: Slow down and reset with this accessible, all-levels yoga class led by Grace Junek, blending gentle strengthening, balance, flexibility, and calming breathwork. The thoughtfully paced practice concludes with restorative poses, guided relaxation, and the soothing sounds of a crystal singing bowl for deep rest and renewal. – Wildlands Trust

• Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Workshop: Wednesday, February 4, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Plymouth: Learn the basics of modern calligraphy with Sip & ScriptⓇ during this hands-on beginner workshop at Untold Brewing. Tickets include all supplies to keep, 1.5 hours of instruction, and your first drink—making it the perfect crafty night out. – Untold Brewing

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