(See Ongoing Events at bottom of page)(Information is subject to change)

Month of April
Celebrate Spring at the Jenney Grist Mill
Jenney Grist Mill
6 Spring Lane
Plymouth, MA

Visit the Mill and celebrate spring as nature comes alive at Jenney Pond and Town Brook. See more than 140,000 river herring migrate up Town Brook by the Mill.  Meet the Miller and learn why the herring were so important to the Pilgrims along with the “rest” of the Pilgrim story. Any child 17 and under when accompanied by a paying adult will be admitted free.

For more info contact:
508-747-4544
info@jenneygristmill.org
www.jenneygristmill.org

Wednesdays in April, 9:30am Coffee & 10am Lecture
2010 April Lecture Series
“Old Dominion to Old Colony”
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court St. (Rte.3A)
Plymouth, MA

Learn about some facet of Jamestown or Plymouth history – and the links between the two. Scheduled are April 7-James Fort; April 14-Drinking in Early Virginia and Plymouth; April 21-The Wreck of the Sparrow-Hawk; April 28-“From Hence to Virginia”:  The Scandalous Ministry of John Lyford.

For more information call 508-746-1620 or visit
www.pilgrimhall.org

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays in April
Sat./Sun. 10:30am & 2:30pm; Mon. 10:30am
Worship in 17th Century Plimoth Colony
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Experience psalm-singing from the Ainsworth Psalter, and hear a short reading from the preferred “Geneva Bible.” Questions about the early colonial church are always welcome at these interactive services.

Call 508-746-1622 or visit www.plimoth.org

2nd & 3rd week of April
Tulip Explosion
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street (Rte,3A)
Plymouth, MA

Come to the museum & take lots of pictures!

Call or visit:
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org

Friday, April 2, 6-8pm
Spring Show Opening Reception
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA

Show runs April 2 through May 22.

For more information call 508-746-7222 or visit
www.plymouthguild.org

Saturday, April 3, 11am-4pm
Visit the Easter Bunny
Colony Place
174 Colony Place
Plymouth, MA

Held in the Colony Place Events Room between Lane Bryant and GameStop. Bring your own camera and take Free photos with the Easter Bunny.

For more info call 508-746-7663 or visit www.colonyplace.com

Saturday, April 3, 2-3pm
Spring Fashion Show
Independence Mall
101 Independence Mall Way
Kingston, MA

Held at the Macy's Court. See our tenant's latest and greatest spring fashions.

For more information call or visit:
781.582.2445
www.independencemall.com

Sunday, April 4
Easter Buffet Brunch
Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor
180 Water Street
Plymouth, MA

Seatings are at 11am and 1:30pm at the Harbor Grille for parties of 5 & under and at 12 Noon in the Grand Ballroom for parties of 5 & more.
Pre-Paid reservations are required. Please call 508-591-5007.

For menu & pricing visit www.harborgrille.org

Sunday, April 4, 11am
Easter Brunch & Worship in Plimoth Colony
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Enjoy an interactive experience highlighting a representation of 17th century services followed by a delectable Brunch Buffet. Brunch tickets include Museum admission. Adults: $43. & Children: $26. 

Reservations are required by April 2. Please call 508-746-1622 ext 8365, or email dcox@plimoth.org

Sunday, April 4, 7:30pm
Easter Special Tour
Dead of Night Ghost Tours
Water Street
Plymouth, MA

Easter eggs filled with surprises! Pick one egg & get a prize! $ off coupons, dead of night tee shirts & candy. Meet on Water Street at the Black HEARSE near the Plymouth Rock.

For information or tickets call 508-866-5111 or visit www.deadofnightghosttours.com

Monday, April 5
Newbury Street-Style Hair Cuts
Lily's Apothecary
6 Main Street Extension
Plymouth, MA

Master Stylist Kenn will cut your hair. Take advantage of this amazing opportunity to have Newbury Street come to you!

Call for prices and appointment at:
508-747-7546

Tuesday, April 6
Newbury Street-Style Hair Cuts & Color
Lily's Apothecary
6 Main Street Extension
Plymouth, MA

Master Stylist Kenn will cut your hair and Master Colorist Cherie will color your hair. Get one or both services, whatever suits your schedule. Take advantage of this amazing opportunity to have Newbury Street come to you!

Call for prices and appointment at:
508-747-7546

Saturday, April 10, 10am
Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch Opening Day
Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch of Provincetown
307 Commercial Street
Provincetown, MA

Be awed by these magnificent creatures charging out of the depths to capture the small fish which constitute their diet. See these whales in their natural habitat and learn more about them. Wonder as a whale leaves the water with it's 40 tons of mass crashing back with an explosion of water in it’s wake.

For more information call 800-826-9300 or visit
www.whalewatch.com

Saturday, April 10, 10am-3pm
Scout Day at Plimoth Plantation & Mayflower II
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Boy and Girl Scouts are invited to visit Plimoth Plantation and Mayflower II for ½ price today. Just wear your uniform.  Special activities include Knot Tying at Mayflower II at 10am & 3pm, Colonial Games at 11am & 2pm at Plimoth Plantation and from 1-2pm “Wolf Talk”, where you can Meet a Live Wolf and Hear About Wolves in Native Culture in this live-animal presentation, which is suitable for all ages. This program requires a ticket in addition to paid Museum admission.

Call 508-746-1622 or visit www.plimoth.org

Saturday, April 10
5th Annual Chili Cookoff
Independence Mall
101 Independence Mall Way
Kingston, MA

Check back for more information or call 781.582.2445 or visit
www.independencemall.com

Saturday, April 10, 7:30pm
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa Joe DeVito Comedy Stage Hypnotist
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA

Joe is the heavyweight of adult comedy stage hypnotists. From missing undergarments to other hilarious R-rated antics, this show has it all. Don’t SEE the show, BE the show. Mature content.

Call for reservations at 508-746-7100 or visit:
www.johncarverinn.com

Saturday, April 10, 8pm
Driftwood Folk Cafe - Vicki Genfan & Carlyn Hutchins
Kendall Hall at First Parish Church
19 Town Square
Plymouth MA

The Café proudly presents the 2008 Guitar Player Magazine's 'Guitar Superstar', Vicki Genfan, with opening act Carlyn Hutchins. A café style seating serving home-baked goods, a variety of tea, soft beverages, and delicious coffee. This is an alcohol-free & non-smoking venue. Children under 18 are welcome with adult supervision.

For more information call or visit:
508-224-7024
www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com

Saturday, April 10, 8pm
Women In Comedy
Loretta LaRoche Productions
50 Court Street
Plymouth, MA

Join Loretta and Friends as this best selling author, PBS star and humorist shares her unique perspective on life, love and aging. She brings a stellar cast of characters from such shows as Comics Unleashed, ABC's The View, and the TODAY Show, Nick at Nite's 'America's Funniest Mom', Carolines on Broadway and The Last Comic Standing. Held at Plymouth Memorial Hall on 83 Court Street in Plymouth.

For more information call or visit:
508-747-1340
www.lorettalarocheproductions.com

Wednesday-Sunday, April 14-18
Congressional High School Art Competition
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA

For more info call 781-934-6634 or visit:
www.artcomplex.org

Wednesday, April 14
Customer Appreciation Day at The Steamship Authority
The day’s festivities will include Free coffee, donut or soda and hot dog to anyone who travels on the Iyanough. A set of round-trip high-speed passenger tickets will be given away to one winner at the end of each trip. At the end of the day two lucky winners will win either a Nantucket or Hyannis based package that includes lodging, dinner, spa, shopping, car rental gift certificates and attraction passes. Reservations are recommended.

Call 508-495-3274 or visit www.Steamshipauthority.com

Wednesday, April 14, 10am-2pm
Patron Appreciation Day
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street
Plymouth, MA 

Held in both Plymouth Public Library’s Otto Fehlow Meeting Room and the Manomet Branch Library. See the displays that feature each of the library departments including the online databases and the new Facebook.  Enjoy refreshments while chatting with library staff.

For more information call 508.830.4250 or visit www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org

Thursday, April 15, 3-6:30pm
Plymouth Local Foods Winter Market
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Come visit The Farmers' Market on the third Thursday of each month for a market, music and movie gathering! Held at the Plimoth Plantation Visitor's Center. Also, while you are here, enjoy the movie Frankensteer, which investigates the dangers to human health posed by feedlot-raised beef. Recommended donation is $5. and 50% of the monies raised will be directed to the Greater Plymouth Food Warehouse.

For more information call 508-732-9962 or visit www.plymouthfarmersmarket.org

Saturday, April 17 through Sunday, April 25
School Vacation Week at Plimoth Plantation
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Special activities to enjoy all week long, including an Historic Overnight Program for families, a Shakespeare Camp just for kids, Native and Colonial singing, andl games, Colonial military exercises on Patriot’s Day, classes on Earth Day to learn how to better care for our planet & much more!

Call 508-746-1622 or visit the Plantation's website at www.plimoth.org for more information on the many events planned for the week.

Saturday & Sunday, April 17 & 18, 1-3pm
Native Singing
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Enjoy the sounds of the sticks and the beat of the drums, as Plimoth Plantation’s Wampanoag Indigenous Program presents Native singing at the Wampanoag Homesite. Come experience this exciting cultural tradition in a 17th century setting.

Call 508-746-1622 or visit www.plimoth.org for more information on special events and demonstrations.

Saturday, April 17, 7:30pm
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa
Hell of a Kitchen
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA

The recipe called for great chefs and great food for a great cause, but MURDER got into the mixing bowl. Come see a charity cookoff with the creme de la creme of the cooking world. Who was cutthroat enough to slice and dice the competition?

Call for reservations at 508-746-7100 or visit:
www.johncarverinn.com

Sunday, April 18, 2pm
The Frankenstein Consort
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA

Featuring Erik Lindgren-piano, Lea Botta-flute, Cory Silva-clarinet, and Mark Finklestein-bassoon. The ensemble will play crossover classical musical novelties from their recent CD, Classical-a-go-go. A Meet & Greet reception immediately follows concert. $10 Adults, $8 Seniors, under 12 Free.

Call 508-746-7222 or visit
www.plymouthguild.org

Sunday, April 18 thru Monday, April 19
(1pm Sunday-3pm Monday)
Historic Family Overnight
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA
www.plimoth.org

Be immersed in the 17th century by day, then spend the night in the comfort of a beachfront room. Cost is $65pp and includes a 2 day admission to the museum, all activities, Sunday night dinner and Monday breakfast. Rooms at the the Pilgrim Sands on Long Beach are a special rate of $85 per room and can be booked through Plimoth Plantation.

To register please call 508-746-1622 ext. 8359 by March 28. Visit www.plimoth.org for more information on special events and demonstrations.

Sunday-Friday, April 18-23, 2pm
Kids on Vacation
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street (Rte,3A)
Plymouth, MA

Enjoy a different natural history program every day. Learn the importance of small farms, meet a variety of animals and participate in hands-on activities. Guests include Magician Stephen Brenner on Sunday and the Soule Homestead on Monday. Also, the South Shore Natural Science Center will feature on Tues-Owls, Wed.-Reptiles & Amphibians; Thurs.-Mammals and Fri.-Owls. Treasure Hunts will also be held throughout the day. Ages 18 & under are free this week, but must be accompanied by an adult. Plymouth residents receive free admission with ID.

For more information call or visit:
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org

Monday-Friday, April 19-23
April Vacation Week
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA

Activities and classes for kids. Check our website for details.  Register your child early to avoid disappointment!

Call 508-746-7222 or visit www.plymouthguild.org

Monday-Friday, April 19-23
April Vacation Camp
Colony Place
174 Colony Place
Plymouth, MA

Daily activities for kids ages 5-8, such as dancing, arts & crafts, cooking, modeling and more!

For more info call or visit: 508-746-7663 www.colonyplace.com

Monday-Friday, April 19-23, 9am-3pm
Something Wonderful This Way Comes
A Weeklong Shakespearean Camp For Kids
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Children will spend the week rehearsing and preparing for a production of selected scenes from the play. Days will feature rehearsal time, building sets and props, visiting the museum’s sites, learning dialect, and costuming and staging the play.

For more information or to register please call 508-746-1622 ext. 8359 or visit
www.plimoth.org

Monday-Friday, April 19-23
April School Vacation Week Special
Dead of Night Ghost Tours
Water Street
Plymouth, MA

For Twilight Lantern Ghost Tours all children are buy 1 get 1 free. Meet at the black hearse near
the Mayflower II.

For information or tickets call 508-866-5111 or visit www.deadofnightghosttours.com

Monday, April 19, 11am-5pm
Mario Badescu European Mini-Facial 
Lily's Apothecary
6 Main Street Extension
Plymouth, MA

For 40+ years, Mario Badescu Skin Care products have been a favorite among celebrities and individuals across the world. These premium products incorporate natural ingredients with advanced technology and really do work to successfully fight acne, treat rosacea and combat aging and combination skin. The fee is $10.00 and appointments are required.

Call for prices and appointment at:
508-747-7546

Tuesday, April 20, 7-8:30pm
The Dr. Richard M. Shiff Forum presents: Weston Wind Quintet
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street
Plymouth, MA 

The Quintet is a popular chamber music group at the library and includes five musicians – Michael Tabak, flute; Carl Schlaikjer, oboe; Norman Letvin, clarinet, Cyrus Stewart, French horn and Philip Long, bassoon. 

For more information call 508.830.4250 or visit www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
April 20-22, 11am
Vacation Week Activity-Plymouth Nature Walk for Kids & Earth Day Special
The Secret Side of Plymouth Walking Tour
Plymouth, MA

An interactive nature tour for school age kids at Jenny Grist Mill Park. Witness the annual mystery of the Herring run up Town Brook. Meet at the bridge in the park and register in advance. Includes natural and American history around the pond and park on Summer St., Plymouth. Stroll the actual grounds of the 1st colony and learn about the natural environment the pilgrims managed to conquer. On Earth Day (Thursday), a special tour will celebrate with a short ceremony to pay tribute to Mother Earth. Tours are about 11/2 hrs. Call ahead at 339-832-7360. Cost is $5/children & $6/adults. Children under 12 must be under adult supervision.No credit cards accepted. Rain cancels. Free parking in Grist Mill lot.  

Tuesday-Sunday, April 20-25
Plimoth Plantation Presents a Volcanic Special!
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Can’t get to Europe this week? Receive FREE admission to Plimoth Plantation and Mayflower II, as we present a volcanic special! Just present your itinerary, or plane tickets to show you've been stranded. It's not Europe, but we are a world away from today.

Call 508-746-1622 or visit
www.plimoth.org

Wednesday, April 21-July 2
HGTV Green Home Tours at The Pinehills
The Pinehills
33 Summerhouse Drive
Plymouth, MA

The tours take place Tuesdays-Sundays, on the hour, from 10AM-4PM & Thursday 10AM-6PM. Tours are closed on Mondays. Cost is $20.pp and children under 12 accompanied by a parent or legal guardian are admitted at no charge.

For more information call or visit:
508-209-2000
www.pinehills.com

Thursday, April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Plimoth Plantation
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Discover age-old tips on conservation, recycling and being more earth friendly and try special organic menu items at Plimoth Plantation’s Patuxet Cafe. Events include a Composting Clinic from 1-2pm & a Heirloom & Native Plants-A Living History from 2:30-3:30pm.

Call 508-746-1622 or visit
www.plimoth.org for more information on special events and demonstrations.

Friday & Saturday, April 23 & 24, 7:30pm “Wyeths, The First Family of American Painting”
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA

Lecture by Victoria Wyeth.  An insider’s perspective about her grandfather, Andrew Wyeth.  $25m/$35nm

Call 508-746-7222 or visit www.plymouthguild.org

Saturday & Sunday, April 24 & 25, 1-3pm
Native Singing
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA

Enjoy the sounds of the sticks and the beat of the drums, as Plimoth Plantation’s Wampanoag Indigenous Program presents Native singing at the Wampanoag Homesite. Come experience this exciting cultural tradition in a 17th century setting.

Call 508-746-1622 or visit
www.plimoth.org for more information on special events and demonstrations.

Saturday, April 24, 7pm
Author! Author! (cancelled)
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street (Rte. 3A)
Plymouth, MA

Pilgrim Hall Museum regrets that it is necessary to cancel the April 24 program with author Nick Bunker. Mr. Bunker is unable to leave London due to travel disruptions caused by the volcanic eruption in Iceland.

For more information call or visit:
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org

Saturday, April 24, 7:30pm
Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa
Dave Kane’s Misgivings
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA

A night of belly-laughs, blessings, blarney and bingo. Join Father Patrick Aloysius Misgiving for a “divine” evening of stories and one- liners about growing up Catholic. An interactive comedy, back again by popular demand!

Call for reservations at 508-746-7100 or visit:
www.johncarverinn.com

Monday, April 26
Newbury Street-Style Hair Cuts & Color
Lily's Apothecary
6 Main Street Extension
Plymouth, MA

Master Stylist Kenn will cut your hair and Master Colorist Cherie will color your hair. Get one or both services, whatever suits your schedule. Take advantage of this amazing opportunity to have Newbury Street come to you!

Call for prices and appointment at:
508-747-7546

Monday, April 26, 7pm
Tidepool Poets Reading
Plymouth Public Library
132 South Street
Plymouth, MA 

This reading is in celebration of National Poetry Month and will include readings of popular and personal poems by members of Tidepool Poets.  As always, the library will feature poetry displays throughout the month.

For more information call 508.830.4250 or visit
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org

Tuesday, April 27, 2:30-6pm
Plymouth Area Job Fair

Held at the Plymouth South High School, 490 Long Pond Road, Plymouth, MA

For more information call 508.830.1620 or email info@plymouthchamber.com

Thursday, April 29, 7pm
An Evening of Chess
Manomet Branch Library
12 Strand Ave.
Manomet, MA

If you love the game, are interested in learning more about his classic game or are looking for local players, please join us to play and enjoy! This program is free and no registration is required. The library is fully accessible; please let us know if you need special accommodations to attend. 

For more information call or visit:
508-830-4185
www.plymouthpubliclibrary.org

Friday, April 30, 6-8pm
Opening Reception - "A Different Vision"
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA

Please DO touch the art! A tactile art show for the visually impaired and everyone! Show runs May 1-June 4, 2010.

For more information call 508-746-7222 or visit
www.plymouthguild.org

...............ONGOING EVENTS......................

Through April 11
Exhibition - Duxbury Art Association Annual Winter Juried Show
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA

Company paintings on exhibit through April 11.

For more info call 781-934-6634 or visit
www.artcomplex.org

Through April 30
Plymouth Landscapes: Then and Now
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street (Rte,3A)
Plymouth, MA

A select group of photographs highlighting the Plymouth area landscape, both old and new. Sponsored by Cordage Commerce Center.

Call or visit:
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org

Through May 16
Exhibition -
On Their Own: Judith Brassard Brown
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA

Dorchester artist Judith Brassard Brown's mixed media pieces combine elements of people and places from different times and cultures. She sees her work as a response to the insecurity and crisis consuming us worldwide - our cultural conflicts and struggles for resolution.

Call or visit:
781-934-6634
www.artcomplex.org