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This week, revel in a Plein Air Day at Wildlands Trust, check out First Fridays Downtown, take a free “mini-tour” at Hedge House, listen to reggae by Omari Banks, or take a Manomet Bird Walk.
First Fridays Plymouth returns on June 5 with sidewalk music, pop-up art, historic house tours, and the kind of easy early-summer energy that turns downtown into a roaming community gathering. Most events take place between 5 and 8 p.m., with shops, galleries, and local organizations opening their doors for a night that blends culture, commerce, and a little serendipity. Here are just some of the events taking place this Friday:
Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St., will feature music by pianist Erik Lindgren alongside a printmaking demonstration by local artist Kat Libretto, a First Fridays Plymouth co-founder whose energetic advocacy helped shape the monthly event into a downtown staple. Erik Lindgren is a well-known Boston area pianist/composer who performs regularly at the Boston Symphony Orchestra Cafe, art galleries, galas, and with the Bespoke Consort, his chamber quartet. His eclectic and engaging piano repertoire includes Ragtime to Gershwin, Mozart to Satie, and everything in-between.
The Hedge House, 126 Water St., one of the historic properties cared for by the Plymouth Antiquarian Society, which will offer free mini tours of the home, with donations welcome.
The Mayflower Society House, 18 Winslow St., will be open for “Plymouth First Fridays,” every first Friday of the month of June, July, August, September and October, from 5 to 8 p.m.
At The Black Dog, 14 Main St., an exclusive sale on select Plymouth Homeport tees, including short- and long-sleeve styles in Coral Heather, Vintage Navy, and Cinder.
Over at The Laughing Moon, 1 Court St., fine art by Karin Cloutier will spill outdoors with a sidewalk sale, while next door at See Plymouth (4 North St), acoustic duo Just 2 Guys will bring live music to North Street with their upbeat, crowd-friendly set.
Jessie Fries will lead a Vintage Kerchief Wreath-making Class (adults only). Classes every half hour from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Art Shoppe (84 Court Street, 2nd floor), the perfect venue for people to gather, create, browse paintings and jewelry by Jessie and co-owner Eddy Murray.
Meanwhile, E Knits & Gifts, 64 Court St., will showcase the viral Sophie scarf — ideal for cool beach walks and New England evenings — with options in cotton, wool, or acrylic yarns in a wide range of colors, along with custom orders.
And if you notice someone chasing the perfect twilight shot along Main Street, it’s probably photographer Ed Nute, whose atmospheric nighttime images of Plymouth document the evening’s activity on lower Main Street.
Check the event website for additional artist demonstrations, exhibits, performances, and special programming throughout downtown. First Fridays Plymouth funding is provided by the Town of Plymouth Promotions Fund, Mass Cultural Council, and participating First Fridays businesses and organizations.
Monday, June 1
Former FBI Art Crime Team investigator Geoffrey Kelly will discuss one of the most infamous unsolved crimes in modern history at The Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25 ½ Court St. from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. “Thirteen Perfect Fugitives – The True Story of the World’s Largest Art Heist,” will explore the 1990 theft of 13 masterpieces from Boston’s Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Kelly, who spent more than two decades investigating the case, approaches the billion-dollar robbery not simply as an art theft, but as a fugitive investigation involving what he calls “thirteen perfect fugitives” — the missing works themselves — including a rare Vermeer and Rembrandt’s only known seascape. The evening offers a behind-the-scenes look at the investigation, theories surrounding the theft, and the enduring mystery that continues to fascinate the art world more than 35 years later. Books will be available for purchase. For tickets: go here.
Tuesday, June 2
‘9 to 5: The Musical’ continues at Priscilla Beach Theatre, 800 Rocky Hill Rd., featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, the stage adaptation of the classic film follows three office workers plotting revenge against their sexist boss in a fast-paced comedy filled with humor and empowerment. Evening performances begin at 7:30 p.m. May 27 to 30 and June 2 to 6, with a 2 p.m. matinee May 31. Tickets are $40; seniors $38, plus service fees. Information and tickets: PriscillaBeachTheatre.
Thursday, June 4
Plymouth Farmers Market at Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. Fresh, local, seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and prepared foods that are sourced locally for Plymouth residents, visitors, and the greater South Shore community. Every Thursday beginning through October from 2:30 to 6 p.m., rain or shine. Storytime on the front lawn at 4:30 p.m. For information go here.
Join in a Book Talk at BookLove bookstore, 7 Village Green South, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with author Paul Scheufele, who discusses his debut novel “Damaged Goods,” a literary family drama set against the backdrop of the 2008 financial crisis. The novel follows Wall Street trader Brendan O’Shay as he confronts family secrets, grief, and moral questions after inheriting custody of his late sister’s frozen eggs — a revelation that forces his family into a series of emotional and ethical crossroads. Drawing on Scheufele’s own background in finance and later teaching English in Connecticut private schools, the novel explores themes of legacy, forgiveness, and second chances through a blend of literary and upmarket fiction. To register go here.
Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St., hosts the opening reception for “Renewal,” its early summer members-only exhibit from 6 to 8 p.m. The exhibition highlights new work by member artists across a range of media, celebrating themes of creativity, seasonal change, and artistic renewal. Registered artists will receive a discount code for complimentary admission via email. Information: go here.
Friday June 5
Downtown again hosts First Fridays Plymouth to support the arts, culture and small businesses in downtown Plymouth, where galleries, museums, shops, restaurants and historic houses open their doors to the public from 5 to 8 p.m. These experiences of music, arts and culture connect the community, support our businesses and honor the arts. For more information see the lead story or go here.
Birders and nature lovers are invited to a monthly “First Friday” Bird Walk, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Manomet Conservation Sciences, 125 Manomet Point Road. Join Evan Dalton, Manomet’s Director of Landbird Conservation. Explore the nature trail, wildlife viewing blind, and beautiful views of Cape Cod Bay. Spot a gray Catbird or Peregrine Falcon. Bring binoculars, water, and wear comfortable walking shoes. For experienced birders or simply curious about birds. To register: go here.
Sustainable Plymouth’s Green Reads Book Club meets June 5 at 5:30 p.m. at Indie Ferm, 127 Camelot Dr., for a discussion of “The Light Pirate” by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Set in a near-future Florida reshaped by climate change, rising seas, and increasingly destructive hurricanes, the novel follows a young woman coming of age in a rapidly changing world while exploring themes of resilience, community, and humanity’s relationship with the natural environment. Readers are encouraged to borrow, buy, or listen to the book ahead of time, though all are welcome to attend, including those who simply want to listen to the discussion. Registration is preferred but not required. For information go here.
Fridays at The Mayflower Beer Garden at The Pinehills Village Green, 3 Village Green North from 5 to 9 p.m. The outdoor gathering space features Mayflower Brewing Company craft beer, food trucks and more. Live music 6 to 9 p.m. Information: The Pinehills Events Calendar.
Saturday, June 6
A new StoryWalk featuring “Pip the Plover” by Kate Powers opens June 6 at Center Hill Preserve, 158 Center Hill Rd. Meet the author at this self-guided outdoor reading experience encourages families and children to explore nature while following the illustrated story page by page through the preserve. A kickoff event takes place from 10 a.m. to noon. Presented in partnership with Plymouth Public Library, the Plymouth Open Space Committee, Sustainable Plymouth, and Plymouth’s Department of Energy and Environment, the free program is open to all ages. For information go here.
Pilgrim Hall Museum and the Plymouth Antiquarian Society continue their Burial Hill History Tour Series with “Homespun Independence: Plymouth Women in the Revolution,” from 1 to 2 p.m., Burial Hill, School St. The free public walking tour will explore how local women supported the Revolutionary cause through acts of everyday patriotism. Led by Dr. Donna Curtin and the Mercy Otis Warren Society, the tour examines the homespun movement, wartime sacrifice, and the ways Plymouth women aided Continental soldiers and sailors while reshaping daily life at home during the fight for independence. Wear comfortable walking shoes. In the event of inclement weather, updates will be posted on the Pilgrim Hall Museum Facebook page.
Saturdays at The Mayflower Beer Garden at The Pinehills Village Green, 3 Village Green North. Live music 3 to 6 pm. The outdoor gathering space features Mayflower Brewing Company craft beer, food trucks, artisan markets, lawn seating, and Book Love Bookstore’s seasonal pop-up book and gift crate. For information go here.
Wildlands Trust hosts a Community Plein Air Day at Davis-Douglas Farm, 675 Long Pond Rd., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free outdoor event invites artists of all skill levels and mediums to paint and sketch the landscape in an open-air setting, with participants welcome to come and go throughout the day. There will be a guided walking tour of the property from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. Rain date: Saturday, June 13. For information and to RSVP go here.
Reggae artist, singer-songwriter, and guitarist Omari Banks performs at the Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25 ½ Court St., at 8 p.m. A native of Anguilla, Banks blends reggae with rock, soul, blues, jazz, and global folk influences, creating a sound shaped by Caribbean rhythms and socially conscious songwriting. The son of reggae legend Bankie Banx, Banks began performing as a child before pursuing a professional cricket career, becoming the first Anguillan to play Test Cricket for the West Indies in 2003. Since returning to music in 2010, he has toured internationally with Morgan Heritage, appeared at SXSW and the St. Kitts Music Festival, and earned acclaim for albums including “Move On” and “Sunlight.” For tickets go here.
Sunday June 7
The Mayflower Beer Garden, The Pinehills Village Green, 3 Village Green North continues. The outdoor gathering space features Mayflower Brewing Company craft beer, food trucks, lawn seating, and Book Love Bookstore’s seasonal pop-up book and gift crate. BookLove will host a Farmer’s Market from 9 to 12 p.m. every other week and Sunday Artisan Pop-up Shops at the Village Green North. Live music noon to 3 p.m. For more information go here.