This Week on the South Shore

Headlines

• Braintree: Braintree welcomes Deputy Chief Robert Joseph as acting police chief, bringing years of experience and steady leadership while the town searches for a permanent chief. Local law enforcement is in good hands! - Patch

• Duxbury: Bayside Marine, a beloved family-run marina in Duxbury since 1949, is joining forces with BlueWater Marinas and Bain Capital—but the Kent family will stay on to keep the personal touch alive. This South Shore favorite continues serving boaters with storage, service, and sales, blending decades of local expertise with new investment energy. - Citybiz

• Hull: Resident Michael Hanks turned this winter’s deep freeze into something joyful, creating a stunning, multi-colored ice igloo using nothing more than baking trays, food coloring and freezing temps. The week-long family project has delighted neighborhood kids and added a bright pop of creativity to the season. - FUN107

• Marshfield: Quinn Hughes’ overtime goal helped Team USA beat Sweden 2-1 and reach the Olympic men’s hockey semifinals, keeping the U.S. on track for its first medal since 2010. The team is led by coach Sam Hallam, a native of Marshfield, who guided the Americans through a thrilling quarterfinal victory. - USA Today

• Plymouth: Plymouth Area Coalition for the Homeless has opened a new 26-family emergency shelter, expanding critical housing and support services for local families in need. The renovated facility strengthens the South Shore’s safety net with temporary housing and long-term stabilization support.- Citybiz

Local Business Spotlight

From Candle-Making Hobby to Coastal Fragrance Studio: SALT AND BRANCH Expands to Rockland

What started in 2019 as a creative outlet for Licensed Mental Health Counselor Melissa Mengel has grown into one of the South Shore’s rising home fragrance brands. Founded in 2020, SALT AND BRANCH began as a curated handmade home décor shop before evolving into a full line of original, handcrafted candles, perfumes, and reed diffusers inspired by modern coastal living.

Made with 100% USA-grown soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance oils, every product is tested in-house to ensure a clean, high-quality burn you can feel good about bringing into your home.

Now, SALT AND BRANCH is opening a new fragrance studio at the Sandpaper Factory in Rockland on February 21st. What an exciting new chapter for this growing local brand!

Products include: Clean-burning soy candles, perfumes, reed diffusers, and coastal-inspired home fragrance goods.
Learn more: www.saltandbranch.com

Mark Your Calendar

Upcoming Events

• Comedy Coop Night w/ Joe Fenti: Thursday, February 19, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM – Plymouth: Laugh the night away with Instagram sensation Joe Fenti and a lineup of up-and-coming comics at this fun local comedy night. Enjoy craft beer, great company, and a full evening of humor—tickets $20, advance purchase required. – Untold Brewing

• Spire Lobby Series: Chelsea Berry: Thursday, February 19, 7:30 PM – Plymouth: Enjoy an intimate evening with Maine-based indie singer-songwriter Chelsea Berry, known for her powerhouse vocals, commanding stage presence, and genre-blending folk style. With a 25-year career and twelve original albums, Berry has toured coast to coast, shared the stage with legends like Mavis Staples and Chris Isaak, and continues to captivate audiences with heartfelt songwriting and magnetic live performances. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• Live Music with Sean Caulfield: Friday, February 20, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Scituate: Enjoy live music in the taproom with Sean Caulfield bringing an upbeat acoustic set to kick off your Friday evening. – Untold Brewing

• Rob Lawlor Acoustic Set: Friday, February 20, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Marshfield: Ease into the weekend with a laid-back acoustic set from Rob Lawlor at Stellwagen Beer Company. Grab a fresh pour, settle into the taproom, and enjoy an evening of live music, good company, and cozy winter vibes at this popular local brewery. – Stellwagen Beer Company

• Morgan Myles: Friday, February 20, 8:00 PM – Plymouth: Experience powerhouse Americana and country singer-songwriter Morgan Myles, whose five-octave vocals and fearless honesty have earned her national recognition, including a Top 3 finish on NBC’s The Voice. With her forthcoming sophomore album Laced, produced by GRAMMY-winner Ross Hogarth, Myles blends soulful vulnerability with arena-ready hooks across standout tracks like “Weight of Your Words” and “Que Sera Serenade.” – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• Trail Mixer: Hiker Speed Meeting: Saturday, February 21, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Plymouth: Meet your next trail buddy at this fun, fast-paced indoor “speed meeting” event hosted by Wildlands Trust at Davis-Douglas Farm. Designed for adults of all hiking levels, this interactive morning includes 5-minute rotations, trail trivia, nature bingo, and a 10 Essentials scavenger hunt. – Wildlands Trust

• ​​Patty White Hayes Acoustic Set: Saturday, February 21, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Marshfield: Spend your Saturday night at Stellwagen Beer Company with live acoustic music from Patty White Hayes. Sip on small-batch craft beer, gather your crew, and enjoy a relaxed evening of great tunes and welcoming taproom vibes at one of the South Shore’s favorite local breweries. – Stellwagen Beer Company

• Little Lies – Fleetwood Mac Tribute: Saturday, February 21, 8:00 PM – Plymouth: Rock out with Little Lies, New England’s high-energy tribute band honoring Fleetwood Mac. Relive the magic of hits like Go Your Own Way, Landslide, and Rhiannon, performed with precision, passion, and the iconic harmonies that made the band legendary. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• 38th Annual Lunar New Year Festival: Sunday, February 22, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Quincy: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with vibrant cultural performances, traditional festivities, and family-friendly fun at the 38th Annual Lunar New Year Festival hosted by Quincy Asian Resources, Inc.. Enjoy a lively afternoon honoring Chinese Chunjie, Vietnamese Tet, Korean Seollal, and Tibetan Losar with music, dance, community vendors, and more. Free and open to all (snow date: March 1). – North Quincy High School

• Candlelight Concert Series – Hedge House: Sunday, February 22, 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM – Plymouth: Experience an intimate afternoon of early 19th-century chamber music by The Antiquarian Trio (violin, viola, and cello) in the elegant parlor of the historic 1809 Hedge House. Hundreds of flickering candles create a magical, immersive ambiance—seating is limited, so reserve early. – Hedge House, Antiquarian Society

• Sunday Serenades: The Verona Quartet: Sunday, February 22, 3:00 PM – Plymouth: Enjoy an afternoon of elegant chamber music with the acclaimed Verona Quartet, hailed as “outstanding…cohesive yet full of temperament” by The New York Times. The ensemble performs a broad repertoire from classical masterpieces to contemporary works, captivating audiences worldwide. – Spire Center for Performing Arts

• Winter & Spring Gardening Series – Build Your Own Soil Workshop: Wednesday, February 25, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Scituate: Join Friends of Holly Hill Farm to learn how to assess, test, and craft your own sustainable soil for seedlings, houseplants, window boxes, and more. Gain hands-on experience creating healthy growing media and expert tips for soil care. – Untold Brewing

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