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Irving Berlin music, history to be presented Feb. 23

MIDDLEBORO – Vocalist John Murelle and pianist Chris Morris will present “Blue Skies,” a look at Irving Berlin and his music, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at Middleboro Town Hall. Berlin was an innovator of popular songs during the first part of the...

Cooler Middleboro Fair teaches about saving money, energy

MIDDLEBORO — The third annual Cooler Middleboro Fair will be even cooler than ever, organizers report, with a shark tank competition of student ideas for environmental projects and businesses, and student artists performing skits about...

Workshop to explore active hope

MIDDLEBORO — The First Unitarian Universalist Society of Middleboro will present a workshop titled “Active Hope: An Introduction to The Work That Reconnects” from 12:30 to 5 pm. Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Unitarian Universalist, 25 South Main St.,...

Events at Middleboro Senior Center will warm cold February days

MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro Senior Center will offer a series of activities to keep visitors warm on cold, snowy February days. Here is a sampling. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Jennifer Mello Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. Mello has been a singer/...

Lakeville Senior Center has lots of upcoming activities

LAKEVILLE — Check out some of the upcoming happenings at the Lakeville Senior Center. The annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon will take place Tuesday, March 11 at noon. The Loon Pond Lodge at Ted Williams Camp will be the setting; corned beef and...

Oh poo: There’s plenty to do at Lakeville library for February vacation

LAKEVILLE — Not sure what to do for February school vacation? Here’s a sampling of some activities at Lakeville Public Library, including an interesting look at poop. Children in fourth grade and older can paint by sticker, a craft that is part...

Cupcake-making to candy bingo, Middleboro library has sweet stuff for vacation week

MIDDLEBORO — Book it to the Middleboro Public Library, 102 Main St., for February vacation week programs for children and teens. Activities include: Pokemon Club meets at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15. Come share cards, play with other kids, learn the...

Forever Farm welcomes the public Feb. 17

MIDDLEBORO — The Forever Farm, 168 Highland St., Middleboro will host an open farm day on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors can check out the creation station and make a craft to take home. This is also an opportunity...

Cat show Feb. 15, 16 in Middleboro

MIDDLEBORO — A cat show will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 and Sunday, Feb. 16 at the Middleboro Elks, 24 High St. The show is sponsored by Cat Fanciers Federation/Himalayan Cat Fanciers and National Persian. This all-breed...

Who will wear the crown of Soule sweetheart?

MIDDLEBORO — Who is the GOAT? Felicity or Fernando? They are both goats at the Soule Homestead Education Center. But only one will wear the crown of Soule’s sweetheart. The community is invited to determine the winner through donations. Whichever...

Service to dedicate Madison Gallagher blanket project

The Lakeville United Church of Christ will have a joint Sunday Service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 with North Congregational Church United Church of Christ. Part of the service will also focus on the Madison E. Gallagher Blanket Project dedication...

Service Feb. 2 to honor Four Chaplains

MIDDLEBORO — A memorial service to the four chaplains will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2 at the First Baptist Church, 111 Plymouth St., Middleboro. The service remembers the sacrifice of four Army chaplains who were aboard the SS Dorchester...

Lakeville Lions to host comedy show Feb. 8

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Lions Club will be holding their annual comedy show at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8 at Loon Pond Lodge at Ted Williams Camp. Tickets are available on the Lakeville Lions Club web site at lakevillemalions.org/comedy-show Reserved...

Elvis will be in the building for Burt Wood fund-raiser

MIDDLEBORO — Singer Dan Fontaine III will be all shook up as he presents “Love Me Tender, An Elvis Presley Tribute’’ concert Sunday, Feb. 9 at The Alley Theatre in Middleboro. Fontaine grew up in Massachusetts and was raised listening to the music...

Forum to provide information on Lakeville fire station project

LAKEVILLE — An open forum session about the proposed new Lakeville fire station will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at the community room of the Lakeville Police Station. This is an opportunity to speak to and ask...

Great Molasses Flood to be explored at talk

MIDDLEBORO — A program on one of history’s most unusual occurrences, the Great Molasses Flood, will take place at 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30 at the Middleboro Council on Aging, 558 Plymouth St. The tragedy took place in January 1919 in Boston’s North...

Crowe Pasture to land in Middleboro for Jan. 26 concert

MIDDLEBORO — Crowe Pasture, the Cape Cod-based duo of Monique Byrne and Andy Rogovin, will perform at Middleboro Town Hall at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26. This event is part of the “Music that Moves” Sunday Concert Series, which is living up to its name...

Stay out of the cold with cool events at Middleboro library

MIDDLEBORO — The Middleboro Public Library has several upcoming events in January and is seeking public input on whether and when to offer Spanish classes. The next session of Yoga at the Library with instructor Paige Hogg takes place at 9:30 a.m...

Irish/Celtic harpist to perform Jan. 23 at Lakeville Library

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Public Library presents “An Evening with Áine Minogue’’ from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23. Minogue is an award-winning Irish/Celtic harpist, Gaelic/Irish singer, arranger, and composer. Born and raised in Borrisokane,...

Soule Homestead offers activities in January, February

MIDDLEBORO — A series of activities are scheduled in January and February at Soule Homestead Education Center, 46 Soule St., Middleboro. Pottery: Plaques or Trivets will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 1. Workshop price is $45 for...

Author to speak Jan. 14 at Lakeville library

LAKEVILLE — Local author Steven Manchester will be speaking at the Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct St., Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 6:30 p.m. Manchester is the co-author of the recently released book, “You Will Be Peter,’’ which tells the story of a...

Concert Jan. 4 to benefit Amazing Grace Equine

MIDDLEBORO — Al Smith will perform a classic rock performance to benefit Amazing Grace Equine in Middleboro at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 at 200 Oak Point Drive, Middleboro. Tickets are $35 and include pizza from Central Cafe. A cash bar will be...

Travel talk by local author Jan. 15 at Middleboro library

MIDDLEBORO — From colliding with a kangaroo in Australia to walking the shores of the Sea of Galilee, New Bedford author Matt Davis has experienced a world of travel experiences. He will discuss some of those adventures at a talk at 6:30 p.m...

Talk explores best plantings for changing climate

MIDDLEBORO — Middleboro ecologist Breeka Li Goodlander and Plymouth County agricultural educator Meg Riley will offer a free workshop on “Climate Resilience in Your Own Landscape,” sponsored by Sustainable Middleboro, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8...

Classical-A-Go-Go! to be performed Jan. 12 in Middleboro

MIDDLEBORO — The Bespoke Consort will perform live on Sunday, Jan. 12 at 3 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Middleboro, 25 South Main St. The quartet will present a program of Classical-A-Go-Go!, chamber music-sans-boundaries that...

Soule Homestead to host winter vacation events

MIDDLEBORO — Soule Homestead Education Center, 46 Soule St., Middleboro, will host two events during the school holiday vacation. A drop-in winter break craft will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Dec. 27. Cost is $5 for members and $6 for...

Holly, jolly snowmen help support food pantry

MIDDLEBORO— A quick stroll in front of Middleboro Town Hall’s lawn will bring a smile to the face of any passerby, thanks to the abundance of holly, jolly snowmen that have taken up residence there. The 31” snowmen, all 100 of them, were decorated...

Celtics dancer to offer class at Burt Wood School

MIDDLEBORO — Celtics Dancer Tatyana Brown will offer a master class at The Burt Wood School of Performing Arts in Middleboro from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12. In addition to being a Celtics dancer, Brown serves as Miss Boston and was a top 10...

Holiday Lights at the Park Dec. 20, 21 and 22

MIDDLEBORO — Wander through a sea of holiday decorations at Holiday Lights at the Park at Peirce Playground, 26 Jackson St., Middleboro. The event takes place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, Saturday, Dec. 21 and Sunday, Dec. 22 Parking is...

Santa to visit Forever Farm animal sanctuary Dec. 15

MIDDLEBORO — Santa will visit Forever Farm, an animal sanctuary at 168 Highland St., Middleboro, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec 15. Santa will be available for take-your-own photos and to talk with youngsters. Kids can make a free craft and...

Firefighter to read book on holiday safety Dec. 12 at library

MIDDLEBORO — Local author and Maynard firefighter Michael Parr will lead an interactive reading of his book, “A Firehouse’s Night Before Christmas’’ at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 at the Middleboro Public Library. In the story, firefighters respond to...

‘Elf Jr. The Musical’ to be performed at Alley Theatre

MIDDLEBORO — “Elf Jr. The Musical’’ will be presented by the Burt Wood School of Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Friday Dec. 13 and at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 and Sunday, Dec. 15 at the Alley Theatre, 133 Center St., Middleboro. Tickets are $...

Purr-fect for feline fans: Cat show Dec. 14, 15 in Middleboro

MIDDLEBORO — Cat Fanciers Federation will host a cat show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 14 and 15 at the Middleboro Elks, 24 High St., Middleboro. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children and seniors. Cash payment may be made at the door.

Gingerbread house making among Lakeville library events

LAKEVILLE – The Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct St., will get into the holiday spirit with two events on consecutive Saturdays. A Friends of the Library open house and gingerbread house making will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday,...

Monthly yoga classes scheduled at library

MIDDLEBORO – Monthly yoga sessions, open to all levels, including beginners, will be offered at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Middleboro Library. Participants will flow from one pose to another with instructor Paige Hogg. This class combines breath,...

Enjoy the season at these merry and bright holiday events

One of the greatest gifts of the holiday season is the chance to celebrate with family and friends. Here are some events to spread cheer in Middleboro and Lakeville this season. Craft fair A holiday craft event will take place inside Loon...

Middleboro Senior Center offers range of December activities

MIDDLEBORO — Check out some of the activities available at the Middleboro Senior Center, 558 Plymouth St., in December. Throughout the month, help is available for Middleboro seniors wishing to apply for fuel assistance or SNAP, Supplemental...

Soule Homestead schedules slate of activities in December

MIDDLEBORO — Lots of events are planned in December at Soule Homestead Education Center in Middleboro. Wreath making will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 and 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10. Pre-registration is required. Workshop fee is $55 for...

Santa swaps sleigh for fire engine as he drives through Lakeville Dec. 15

LAKEVILLE — Santa Claus is coming to town Sunday, Dec. 15 on a Lakeville fire truck. His visit starts at 9 a.m. at Taunton Street, near the town line and continues through Lakeville. The route continues to the intersection of Taunton and Bedford...

Lions to host life-saving classes

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Lions Club offers monthly cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator courses at their clubhouse at 170 Main St., Lakeville. Courses include Basic Life Support (BLS) for professionals (nurses, first...

Peirce Homestead opens doors to public Nov. 30

MIDDLEBORO — The public is invited to visit the Peter H. Peirce Homestead,132 North Main St., Middleboro, from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, immediately after the end of the Christmas parade. The Board of Directors for the homestead encourages the...

Program looks back on Blizzard of 1978

MIDDLEBORO — Travel back to the Blizzard of 78 during a presentation at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Middleboro Public Library, 102 North Main St. Nancy Franks of FRANKly Speaking, who was a junior at Taunton High School during the storm, will lead the...

They’ll be jingling all the way at Middleboro Christmas parade

MIDDLEBORO — The turkey has been consumed, the leftovers have been packed into the fridge and Middleboro is ready to welcome in the Christmas season. The 64th annual Christmas parade will step off at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 from Burkland School,...

‘Chronicle’ reporter to discuss new book at Lakeville library

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct St., Lakeville, will welcome WCVB-TV “Chronicle’’ reporter and author Ted Reinstein on Monday, Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss his new book, “Travels Through the Heart and Soul of New England.’’...

Lakeville astronomer to speak at Dec. 4 meeting

MIDDLEBORO — Lakeville astronomer Mike Renzi will present a slide show with images of deep space objects, planets, and asteroid videos that he has taken from the observatory on Wednesday, Dec. 4 as the guest speaker for the Middleboro Rotary Club at...

Middleboro Fire Department to host holiday celebration Dec. 7

MIDDLEBORO __ The Middleboro Fire Department, 125 North Main St., will host a holiday celebration from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 7 at their headquarters. Santa and Rudolph will make appearances. Children’s activities will also be available.

Tree lighting, Santa visit Dec. 7 in Lakeville

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeville Lions Club is hosting the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Toy Drive at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Lions clubhouse, 170 Main St. Visitors can enjoy caroling, hot chocolate, warm cookies and s'mores! Santa and Mrs...

Benefit to support local veterans on Nov. 17

MIDDLEBORO — The next Red, White and Blues benefit to honor and support local veterans will be held Sunday. Nov. 17. The event will be held at the Middleboro Elks Lodge, 24 High St., Middleboro. The event will be held inside. There will be a...

Get ready for a holly, jolly Christmas with the Snowperson Soirée

MIDDLEBORO — Make your own snowperson to appear in front of Middleboro Town Hall through the month of December and participate in the annual Snowperson Soirée again this year. Participants will decorate their own 31” snowperson, made out of plastic...

Lakeville Library to host Disney Vacation Planning workshop

LAKEVILLE — Interested in planning a trip to Disney? Come to the Lakeville Public Library on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. The library will host a Disney Vacation Planning workshop with Disney expert and local travel agent Jocelyn Martins in the...

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