This Week on the South Shore

Headlines

• Braintree: Leo's Events and Restaurant has officially opened its doors on Granite Street in Braintree, bringing elevated dining and event space together under one roof. From the team behind Alba, the new hotspot is ready to serve up great food, drinks, and celebrations on the South Shore. - Boston Restaurant Talk / Facebook

• Hanson: The Hanson Fire Department is turning snow days into a community challenge, inviting kids to shovel out fire hydrants for a chance to win free passes to Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park. With mini golf and bragging rights on the line, families across Hanson are pitching in and helping first responders stay ready when it matters most. - The Enterprise

• Milton: In a show of true neighborly support at the state level, the Vermont Agency of Transportation sent more than 30 vehicles and 33 crew members to assist with snow removal in Milton after the recent winter storm. The out-of-state crews are lending a hand in the Boston suburb, helping Massachusetts dig out and get back to normal as quickly as possible. - VTdigger

• Marshfield: The South Shore felt the full force of Monday’s nor’easter, and this photo gallery shows the storm’s impact across Marshfield. From downed trees and snapped power lines on Ocean Street to waves crashing over seawalls in Brant Rock, these striking images capture the challenges residents faced as they began digging out from heavy snow, flooding, and ice. - The Patriot Ledger

Local Business Spotlight

Escape the Ordinary: Escapology Opens in Braintree

A new interactive adventure has arrived on the South Shore! Escapology Escape Rooms has opened its third Massachusetts location in Braintree, offering immersive, always-private escape room experiences for families, friends, youth groups, birthday parties, and corporate team-building events. Each one-hour game places your group inside a fully themed adventure where you’ll uncover hidden clues, crack codes, and solve puzzles before time runs out.

With six unique game titles now open, and Pirate’s Curse launching this summer, there’s a challenge for every skill level. Rooms accommodate up to eight players and are designed for ages 8+, making it a fun and engaging option for both kids and adults. Whether you’re planning a company outing or celebrating a special occasion, Escapology delivers high-energy, memory-making fun right in Braintree.

Learn more: www.escapology.com/en/braintree-ma

Mark Your Calendar

Upcoming Events

• Zak Jacobson Acoustic Set: Friday, February 27, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Marshfield: Kick off the weekend early with live acoustic music from Zak Jacobson at Stellwagen Beer Company. Settle in with a fresh pour, soak up the laid-back taproom atmosphere, and enjoy a Friday evening filled with great tunes, craft beer, and good company. – Stellwagen Beer Company

• Five O’Clock Shadow: Friday, February 27, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Plymouth: Experience a dynamic a cappella performance by Boston-based Five O’Clock Shadow, known for creating full band sounds using only their voices. Enjoy inventive vocal arrangements, engaging covers, and original songs in an electrifying concert experience suitable for all ages. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• William Goyette Book Signing Event: Saturday, February 28, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Scituate: Meet local crime fiction author William J. Goyette at Untold Brewing for an afternoon of craft beer and book signings featuring his gripping Jake Hawksworth thrillers and other pulse-pounding reads. – Untold Brewing

• The Discovery Concert: Saturday, February 28, 4:00 PM – Braintree: Join ASO musicians led by Maestro Jin Kim for a family-friendly performance of Grieg’s Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, featuring beloved selections like “Morning Mood” and “In the Hall of the Mountain King,” narrated excerpts from Ibsen’s play, and a special appearance by Youth Concerto Competition winner Felix Fung. – Thayer’s Center for the Arts

• Wintergloom w/ Blackwater Holylight: Saturday, February 28, 7:00 PM – Braintree: Experience an immersive night of heavy, atmospheric sound as Blackwater Holylight takes the stage with direct support from Som and Sea, plus a live psychedelic visual set by The Dregs Liquid Light Show. – Widowmaker Brewing Co.

• Swinging Steaks: Saturday, February 28, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Plymouth: Enjoy an electrifying Americana performance by Boston’s Swinging Steaks, blending rock, country, and roots music. Known for tight vocal harmonies and dynamic stage presence, they deliver a mix of energetic rockers and heartfelt ballads that have captivated audiences for nearly three decades. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• ​​The Boston Irish: Sunday, March 1, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM – Scituate: Historian Anthony Sammarco presents an illustrated lecture exploring the people and institutions shaped by Irish immigrants and their descendants in 19th- and 20th-century Boston, with opening music by Declan Houton of Devri. – GAR Hall

• Sunday Serenades: The Rat Pack ft. Michael Dutra: Sunday, March 1, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Plymouth: Step back in time with Michael Dutra and the Strictly Sinatra Band as they bring the timeless charm of the Rat Pack to life. Experience the smooth sounds of jazz and classic hits from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. in an elegant afternoon matinee full of wit, glamour, and outstanding music. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

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