(Also see Things to do in Winter at bottom)(Information is subject to change)
Month of February
Winter Getaway 2012
Pilgrim Sands on Long Beach
150 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA
508-747-0900
Through March 22 join us at our beachfront hotel and save! We are offering $20. off each night of your stay, plus you get 10% off select local restaurants when you show your keytag. Print the coupon at www.pilgrimsands.com/images/WinterGetaway2012.pdf
Month of February
Fire & Ice Romance Package
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA
A perfect Romantic Getaway starting at only $169!
Escape to historic Plymouth, a serenely idyllic destination in the quiet season. Getaway with your sweetheart, cozy up to your own fireplace and enjoy champagne & chocolates. Offer valid through April 14, 2012, Sunday-Thursday only. Friday and Saturday are available for a surcharge.
Call 508-746-7100 or visit www.johncarverinn.com
Month of February
Dead of Night Ghost Tours Special
Twilight lantern ghost tour tickets are $10pp (save $3.) & $5 ages 12 years & younger (save $5.)
Call 508-866-5111 or 508-277-2371 for reservations or information or visit:
www.deadofnightghosttours.com
Wednesday, February 1 through 2012
Written, Printed and Drawn: Documents, Books and Maps
Pilgrim Hall Museum
75 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
This exhibit focuses on 17th century Plymouth and the Pilgrims, 18th & 19th century and the Revolutionary War. Some of the most exceptional items from the Museum’s collections include a letter written by William Bradford, a hand drawn map of New England c. 1695 and an 18th century Thanksgiving proclamation.
Call 508-746-1620 or visit
www.pilgrimhall.org
Saturday, February 4, 8-10am
An Introduction to Birding in Plymouth: Morton Park
This introduction to the beauty of the town of Plymouth is designed for all levels of birding knowledge and interest. Meet at Morton Park in Plymouth. Thanks to the generosity of the Plymouth Cultural Council, this event is free but registration is required. Call 781-837-9400 or visit www.massaudubon.org/
Saturday, February 4, 1pm
Burial Hill Tours - Women's History on the Hill
The Plymouth Antiquarian Society will be hosting guided tours of Plymouth’s Burial Hill on the first Saturday of the month (except January). Tours are free and different topics will be the focus at each tour. Meet at the cemetery stairs next to First Parish Church, 19 Town Square.
For more information call 508 747-0012
or visit www.plymouthantiquariansociety.org
Saturday, February 4, 6-9pm
Winter Juried Show Gala Opening
The Art Complex Museum
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA
Call 781-934-6634 or visit
www.artcomplex.org
Saturday, February 4, 7:30pm
Dinner Theater Series - Mass Hysteria, The Musical
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA
A musical, satirical, cabaret that pokes loving fun at the local goings-on, personalities and politics of Massachusetts. Held in the elegant Governor Carver Room. $59.99pp complete includes Buffet Dinner and Live Performance. Overnight packages are available.
Call 508-746-7100 or visit www.johncarverinn.com
Sunday, February 5 Hosting a small gathering for a few close friends? Buy any two large pizzas and get one large cheese pizza FREE! Want a little more variety? Place your order from our catering menu by noon on Friday, Feb. 3 and get 20% off!
Call 508-747-6000 or visit
www.theuppercrustpizzeria.com
Thursday, February 9, 2:30-6:30pm
Plymouth Local Foods Winter-into-Spring Market
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA
Held
at Plimoth Plantation on the second Thursday of the month through April. This event is free and open to the public! Browse the tables of root crops, greens, fresh eggs, herbs, delectable breads and pies. Take home foods made with locally sourced ingredients. Shop for earth-based arts made by skilled artisans and gather around the hearth-fire for conversation and music.
For more information call 508-732-9962 or visit www.plymouthfarmersmarket.org
Saturday, February 11, 11am-4pm
Annemarie Borlind Mini-Facial Event
Lily's Apothecary
6 Main Street Extension
Plymouth, MA
Enjoy a half hour treatment with the Börlind Esthetician to restore your Winter skin with a facial that will regenerate, balance and moisturize. Your face will feel smoother and look younger immediately and last for days! Appointments are required and there is a $10 fee to attend.
Call for appointments at 508-747-7546 or visit www.lilysapothecary.com for more information.
Saturday, February 11, 6-11pm
Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra
"Simply Classic Gala "
The Plymouth Philharmonic
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA
Cocktails & Piano Bar, Dinner, Raffle, Live Auction. Dance to the Sounds of Swing! Held at the Loring Center,
384 Court Street, Plymouth. $75pp & Tables are available for $800.
Call 508-746-8008 or visit
www.plymouthphil.org
Saturday, February 11, 7:30pm
Dinner Theater Series - Death By Chocolate
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA
Welcome to ChocoCon 2012! Lady Godiva and Billy Wonka have come together to announce their newest creations… But all is not as sweet as it appears! Held in the elegant Governor Carver Room. $59.99pp complete includes Buffet Dinner and Live Performance. Overnight packages are available.
Call 508-746-7100 or visit www.johncarverinn.com
Saturday, February 11, 7:30pm
Driftwood Folk Cafe - An Evening with Catie Curtis
Kendall Hall at First Parish Church
19 Town Square
Plymouth, MA
A café style seating serving home-baked goods, a variety of tea, soft beverages, and delicious coffee. Driftwood Folk Café is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit corporation. Shows are generally held on the 2nd Saturday of the month. These shows sell out quickly, so please order tickets in advance. This is an alcohol-free and non-smoking venue and children are always welcome with adult supervision, provided they are attentive and courteous.
Call 508-224-7024, email driftwoodfolkcafe@comcast.net or visit www.driftwoodfolkcafe.com for more information about the singers, songwriters, & musicians.
Sunday, February 12, 11am-4pm
Mom's and Dad's Kids Expo
Fun for all kids of all ages! Held at:
The Independence Mall
101 Independence Mall Way
Kingston, MA
For more information call 781.582.2445 or visit
www.independencemall.com
Sunday, February 12, 11:30am
Annual First Parish Chocolate Auction
First Parish Church
19 Town Square
Plymouth, MA
If you are a devotee of chocolate in all of its many shapes, concoctions and varieties, this is the event for you! There will be cakes, brownies, pies, cookies, truffles, fudge and much more! Held in Kendall Hall.
Sunday, February 12, 1-3pm
Sunday School Wine Seminar"Wine Country Road Trip, with Rye Tavern"
Pioppi's Package Store
183 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
Classes offer a variety of themes (regions, vineyards, varietals), and provide first-rate, wine knowledgeable speakers, as well as amazing tasting menus from local restaurants. All classes are held at Pioppi’s Package Store and include a fabulous tasting menu paired with a sampling of wines. Priority reservations now available. $40pp.
Call 508-746-1943 or visit
www.pioppis.com
Saturday, February 18, 5:30pm
Smokin’ Fish – A Night of Food & Film at Plimoth Cinema
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth MA
Combining Tlingit history and culture with the process of preparing traditional food, this documentary is told distinctly from a Native American perspective not to be missed. Enjoy a glass of wine & a taste of salmon. Blueberry tea, corn meal (nasamp) & roast duck. will be served at a special Wampanoag table with Native interpreters explaining the food offerings and artifacts on display.
Tickets can be purchased at the door, by calling 508-746-1622 ext. 8877 or through www.plimoth.org/cinema for $25pp or $40 per couple.
Saturday, February 18, 7:30pm
Dinner Theater Series - Joey Canzano’s Comedy Cabaret
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA
Featuring some of the area’s best comics performing just for you, hosted and emceed by Joey Canzano! Of course, Joey will also perform some of his classic musical renditions as well. Held in the elegant Governor Carver Room. $59.99pp complete includes Buffet Dinner and Live Performance. Overnight packages are available.
Call 508-746-7100 or visit www.johncarverinn.com
Sunday, February 19, 1-3pm
Sunday School Wine Seminar"The Great Northwest, with East Bay Bar and Grille"
Pioppi's Package Store
183 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
Classes offer a variety of themes (regions, vineyards, varietals), and provide first-rate, wine knowledgeable speakers, as well as amazing tasting menus from local restaurants. All classes are held at Pioppi’s Package Store and include a fabulous tasting menu paired with a sampling of wines. Priority reservations now available. $40pp.
Call 508-746-1943 or visit www.pioppis.com
Sunday, February 19, 1-3pm
Oil Painting Demonstration by Sean Cassidy
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA
Sean currently teaches at Bridgewater State University, and Quincy College. His most recent works have dealt with figurative subjects, using aerial maps and layers of thin glazes of oil to create an ethereal quality. Sean will give a 2 hour demo of his painting technique. $5.pp
Call 508-746-7222 or visit plymouthguild.org
Sunday, February 19, 3pm
“Music and Magic”
First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
19 Town Square
Plymouth, MA
Bring the whole family to this entertaining fundraiser in support of First Parish. Enjoy a fun-filled, inspiring show by the Starry Night Band and an amazing sleight-of-hand by the ever humorous “Presto the Prestidigitator”! Tickets are $15pp, students & seniors $10, and children under 12 free and can be purchased in advance at the church office, or on line at www.eventbrite.com/s/7F43 and will be available at the door. Snow date is Sunday, February 26th. For more information, contact Jeanne at 508-747-1606 or fpplymouth@comcast.net
Monday-Friday, February 20-24, 9am-3pm
February School Vacation Activities at Plimoth Plantation
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth MA
Our outdoor sites may be hidden under a blanket of snow, but our Visitor Center is open and brimming with hands-on family activities. Every day features drop-in activities like writing with quill pens, trying on Pilgrim clothes, making Wampanoag-style clay pots and playing Wampanoag games. See website for schedule & prices.
Call 508-746-1622 or visit
www.plimoth.org
Saturday, February 25, 7:30pm
Dinner Theater Series - Psychic Mindblowing Comedy Show with Jon Stetson
John Carver Inn & Spa
25 Summer Street
Plymouth, MA
As seen on CBS's "The Mentalist" the A&E Network and The Ladies Only Psychic Party! Join Jon Stetson - America's Master Mentalist for an evening of intelligent, audience interactive fun. Stetson will keep the audience mesmerized and thoroughly entertained. Held in the elegant Governor Carver Room. $59.99pp complete includes Buffet Dinner and Live Performance. Overnight packages are available.
Call 508-746-7100 or visit www.johncarverinn.com
Sunday, February 26, 1-3pm
Sunday School Wine Seminar"Festa di Italiano, with Il Maestro"
Pioppi's Package Store
183 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
Classes offer a variety of themes (regions, vineyards, varietals), and provide first-rate, wine knowledgeable speakers, as well as amazing tasting menus from local restaurants. All classes are held at Pioppi’s Package Store and include a fabulous tasting menu paired with a sampling of wines. Priority reservations now available. $40pp.
Call 508-746-1943 or visit www.pioppis.com
THINGS TO DO IN WINTER....
Plimoth Cinema
Daily Shows 4:30pm & 7pm
Every Friday a new film comes to Plimoth Cinema and plays throughout the week. Saturday nights are considered “Date Night”, serving beer and wine along with a variety of concession items, including popcorn and traditional movie candy.
Plimoth Plantation
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1622
www.plimoth.org/features/cinema/
Pilgrim Hall Museum
America's Museum of Pilgrim Possessions.
75 Court Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-1620
www.pilgrimhall.org
Plymouth Center for the Arts
Featuring ongoing exhibits and various classes for adults, teens and kids.
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA
508-746-7222
www.plymouthguild.org
The Art Complex Museum
Featuring On Their Own: Richard Brady
& More Back Forty, Asian Art through February 12.
There will also be an Opening Reception on December 11th from 1:30-3:30pm.
189 Alden Street
Duxbury, MA
781-934-6634
www.artcomplex.org
Dead of Night Ghost Tours
Just because Halloween is over doesn’t mean the Plymouth spirits have flown away. Meet at the black hearse by Plymouth Rock. Call
508-866-5111 or visit www.deadofnightghosttours.com
Trask Museum Tours
Featured in books and film, the 1725 Captain Taylor House and the 1829 Trask Museum are considered to be among the most actively haunted in New England. View the famous Haunted Pram. Bring your cameras! Tours are $15pp and $7 age 12 & under.
The Trask Museum
31 Old North Street
Plymouth, MA
508-813-2244
www.plymouthghosttour.com
Bettyann’s Winter History Tours of Plymouth
Personal story tours of Plymouth, "America’s Hometown" - Tour Plymouth with Plymouth's Best Known Tour Guide – includes Plymouth Rock, Mayflower II (if the ship is out for repairs Mayflower and Mayflower II histories will still be related), National Monument to the Forefather’s and many sites an average tourist would never discover on their own. Meet at the Waterfront Information Center, 130 Water Street. Price is $15pp. Call 508-801-2300 or email bettyanns.tours@verizon.net or visit www.bettyannstours.com