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This week, Take a Swing for history at Souther’s Marsh Golf Course; “Talk Some Dirt” at the Wildlands Trust; take in a performance by Singer Songwriter Pat McGee or the Mallett Brothers’ Americana. Check out The Bronx Tale live with Chazz Palminteri or take in Loretta LaRoche’s humorous perspective on stress.
The Delta Generators return to The Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25 1/2 Court St. on May 22 to celebrate the release of ON & ON, their seventh album and, by their own account, their most authentic to date. The group has built a sound that is increasingly rare: raw and rooted in live performance, instinct, and chemistry rather than studio perfection.
The band includes Charlie and Rick O’Neal on guitar and bass, and Jeff Armstrong on drums. Their connection to the Plymouth area runs deep. Charlie and Rick grew up in Plymouth and have been playing together since their early teens; early rehearsals took place at Armstrong’s family home in Rocky Nook, Kingston.
The Delta Generators were first conceived in 2007. After the band’s original drummer left a few months later, up-and-coming percussionist Armstrong joined the group. By 2008, they had won the Boston Blues Challenge and went on to compete in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, where they nearly took the top spot.
The band soon established a solid place in the Boston blues scene. When their lead singer departed, Brian Templeton of The Radio Kings joined the lineup. A fixture in the local music scene since the early nineties and a seasoned blues performer with strong rock roots, he proved to be a natural fit.
“Brian lifted the group to a new level with his showmanship and drive,” said Charlie O’Neal. Rick O’Neal added, “Besides his top-notch vocals, Brian brought a powerful stage presence and killer harmonica playing to the mix, and his lyric writing is in a class all by itself.”
Their latest album was created with speed and intention. “The songs for ON & ON were written, arranged, and rehearsed over just eight days,” Armstrong said, before being recorded live in two days with producer Evan Bakke, known for his work with Prince. The approach was simple: no overthinking, no excessive polishing — just four musicians responding to one another in real time.
The result is an album that fully embraces the band’s philosophy of “real music by real people, played and recorded live.” Blues remains the foundation, while rock drives the underlying energy. Singles “Mr. Vain” and “I Got You” have already been released ahead of the full album launch.
“For us, the Spire is a kind of home base. In the past we recorded a live album there and have played several sold-out performances there as well,” Charlie O’Neal said, describing ON & ON as the album that best captures the band’s “live spirit.” Armstrong added, “This is a more cohesive work than previous releases.”
Templeton sees something more philosophical at the center of the record, referencing the biblical line “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity” from Ecclesiastes as a meditation on the fleeting nature of success and human effort. Ultimately, he said, the real purpose remains connection.
“Forging a bond with our fans is why we do what we do,” Armstrong said. ON & ON leans fully into that ethos, with a tight, high-energy sound driven by guitar, groove, and the kind of chemistry that only comes from years onstage together.
The Delta Generators perform May 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets are available here.
Sunday May 10
Forever Simon and Garfunkel, a Tribute takes place from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Spire Center for the Performing Arts, 25 1/2 Court St. Sean Altman and Jack Skuller perform classics including “The Sound of Silence,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and “Mrs. Robinson.” Tickets are $49 and available here.
Monday, May 11
Take a Swing for History to Support Pilgrim Hall Museum to help preserve an irreplaceable treasure house of national history right here in Plymouth, MA. A fun-filled day of golf in support of America’s oldest continuously operating public museum, Pilgrim Hall Museum. The outing takes place from 11:30 am to 4 pm at Souther’s Marsh, 30 Souther’s Marsh Ln. The event will support the completion of a major restoration of the original 1824 building and priceless artworks within. For information or sponsorships go here.
“The Sheep Detectives” is screening May 8 through May 14 at the Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave, 4:30 and 7 p.m. in the Maxwell Theater at Plimoth Cinema. This witty comedy-mystery follows George Hardy, played by Hugh Jackman, a shepherd who reads detective novels aloud to his flock, assuming they can’t understand a word. When George is found dead under mysterious circumstances, the sheep take it upon themselves to solve the crime — venturing beyond their meadow into a human world far more complicated than they expect. The film blends humor, suspense, and heart in a family-friendly mystery. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” Starring Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci will continue through May 14th, 4:30 and 7 p.m. in the Linn Theater. Tickets are $12.50, $11 with a club card, $10 for seniors or members, and $8.50 for seniors with a club card and can be purchased here.
Tuesday, May 12
Tween Graphic Book Club meets at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. This month’s title is I Survived the Great Molasses Flood by Lauren Tarshis. Pick up the book at the Main Circulation Desk before the meeting date. The meeting consists of a discussion of the book, an activity, and snack. This monthly event fills up so please register early. Ages 9-12. For more information go here.
Thursday, May 14
UVA Wine Bar, 46 Main St, is offering a special treat: A Mother’s Day Flower Arranging class. A perfect Mother’s Day experience gift, fun girls’ night out or just a chance to treat yourself. No experience needed. All flowers and materials are provided — you’ll leave with a gorgeous arrangement to take home. 6:00 to 8:00 pm. For tickets go here.
“Unerased: Asian Voices of Cape Cod” will be screened at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. at 7 pm Hosted by Plymouth for All and the First Parish Social Action Committees, the event features a short documentary created by Belonging Books and Big Tree highlighting the stories and experiences of Asian Cape Codders through personal reflections on identity, community and belonging. Free. For more information go here.
Friday, May 15
“Talking Dirt: Soil Build-Up and Composting” with Meg Riley takes place from 3 to 5 p.m. at Wildlands Trust, Davis-Douglas Farm, 675 Long Pond Rd. The program includes live demonstrations at the Community Garden and will be held outdoors unless weather requires moving indoors. The event is free, and registration is required. To register, check here.
Pat McGee performs live at The Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25-1/2 Court St. Known for his roots in the singer-songwriter tradition with a jam-band edge, McGee blends melodic, guitar-driven songs with rich harmonies and thoughtful lyrics. A longtime collaborator across genres — and a touring partner to artists including James Taylor and Fleetwood Mac — he brings an energetic, collaborative spirit shaped by decades of live performance. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. For tickets go here.
Rasa String Quartet performs at 7 p.m. at Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St. The Boston-based ensemble blends classical precision with folk traditions, creating performances that feel as much like storytelling as concert music. Formed in 2019, the quartet—violinists Emma Powell and Maura Shawn Scanlin, violist Kiyoshi Hayashi, and cellist Mina Kim—has collaborated with artists including Judy Collins and performed at venues nationwide. Their name comes from the Sanskrit word “rasa,” referring to the emotional power of art—a quality they aim to bring to each performance. For tickets go here.
Saturday, May 16
Sustainable Plymouth is sponsoring a Townwide Plymouth Yard Sale featuring about 50 participating households across Plymouth from 9 am to 2 pm. Some sales are rain or shine while others are weather dependent, as indicated on the event’s interactive map. Also included are the seasonal reopening of the Swap Shop — open Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon through October, weather permitting — and Indie Ferm’s Bizarre Bazaar, 127 Camelot Dr., fundraiser benefiting Black Feather Horse Rescue. Free. For interactive map go to Sustainable Plymouth.
The Mallett Brothers Band brings its genre-blending mix of Americana, country, and roots rock to The Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25-1/2 Court St., for heartfelt songwriting and a dynamic live sound shaped by years on the road, the Maine-based band delivers a high-energy set that moves seamlessly from alt-country to jam-inflected rock. Show begins at 8 pm – doors open at 7 pm. For tickets go here.
Colonial Homes of Plymouth: A Tour of Massachusetts Historic Interiors will be offered May 16 at 2 pm, taking visitors inside several private colonial-era homes in Plymouth. The tour will explore early architecture, including vernacular farmhouses, 17th- and 18th-century row houses, and saltbox homes, with additional properties highlighted from a charter bus. Interior stops include the 1684 Nathaniel Church House, the late-18th-century Richmond-Burgess House, the 1740 Doten Farm Cape-style homestead, and more. For information go here.
Call for Art
Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St. invites member artists to submit work for Renewal, an early summer exhibition running June 3–July 5. Open to original artwork across multiple media (no AI-generated) work, this non-juried show accepts all registered entries and offers awards of $100 for First Place, $50 for Second Place, and an Honorable Mention. Registration is open April 29–May 27. Entry fees are $15 for the first submission and $10 for a second (max two). For details and to register go here.
Sunday, May 17
Iconic Actor Chazz Palminteri brings his iconic one-man show A Bronx Tale Live to Memorial Hall, 83 Court St. The autobiographical performance—written and performed by Palminteri himself—recreates his Bronx childhood and famously led to the film adaptation with Robert De Niro. The actor embodies eighteen characters, bringing to life the friends, family, and street figures that shaped his youth. A rare chance to see the original stage version that launched a Hollywood classic, and a career. 7 pm. For tickets go here.
Loretta LaRoche’s Life Is Short—Wear Your Party Pants brings her signature blend of humor and hard-earned wisdom to The Spire Center for Performing Arts, 25-1/2 Court St. Part comedy, part life recalibration, this lively afternoon leans into LaRoche’s long-running message: take stress seriously—but not yourself. A pioneer in using humor as a coping tool, she mixes common sense with insights from psychology and mind-body research, offering a practical and funny reminder that joy is the way to humor your stress. 4 pm. Doors open at 3 pm. For tickets go here.
Monday, May 18
A “Landscaping for Wildlife” talk at Wildlands Trust, 675 Long Pond Rd. with Mass Audubon’s Mark Faherty will be from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Hosted by the Herring Ponds Watershed Association and Wildlands Trust, the free hybrid program will feature Mark Faherty, science coordinator at Mass Audubon’s Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Faherty will share practical guidance on gardening for birds, bees and other wildlife, including which plants thrive in the region and how to manage common yard challenges such as drought and browsing animals. Mark’s Weekly Bird Report airs each Wednesday on WCAI, the Cape and Islands NPR station. The talk will also address seasonal practices like “leave the leaves.” A Q&A will follow. Registration is required; to register go here.
Thursday, May 21
Thanks to the Antonia and Vladimir Kulaev Cultural Heritage Fund, singer songwriter Robinson Treacher brings an immersive, genre-fluid approach to songwriting to The Spire Center for Performing Arts Lobby Series at 7:30 p.m., 25-1/2 Court St. Treacher is a true chameleon. Believing that each song is forged from its own terrain, he chooses the vehicle by which passengers might best weather the bumps, potholes, and blind curves found between the first note and the last. Whether as frontman of Delaware Hudson, collaborator with Tensleep, or as a solo artist, Treacher channels relentless musical passion—combining the grit of New York with the deeply personal. His songs are shaped by the terrain they travel, inviting listeners into what he calls a “whole self” experience—one that moves from joy to ache and back again. His work is simple and direct: the note, the road, and the shared experience of following it wherever it leads. For tickets and more information go here.
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at the Plymouth Public Library at 132 South St. from 2:30 to 4:30 pm and experience a personal and historical perspective on immigration, identity, and untold stories that deserve to be heard. Local author Suzanne Stewart will share the story behind her debut novel, Under the Moon, inspired by her daughter’s great-grandmother’s journey from Japan to Hawaii roughly 125 years ago. This powerful immigration narrative centers on a woman’s experience of hardship, resilience, and cultural displacement. For more information go here.
At last, an event for the military uniform history lover at the Hedge House Museum, 126 Water St. The Antiquarian Society presents a newly curated selection of military uniforms from its collection dating back to the 18th century, featuring pieces not seen in any presentation. 2 pm. For information go here.
Friday, May 22
The Plymouth area’s own Delta Generators returns with its heartfelt blend of blues, R&B, Americana, and rock to The Spire Center for Performing Arts 25-1/2 Court Street. At this Album Release Party, their latest album, On & On, leans fully into that ethos, capturing the raw, collaborative energy that’s made them a fixture on the regional blues scene. Expect a tight, high-energy set driven by guitar, groove, and the kind of chemistry that only comes from years onstage together. Please see lead story for more information. For tickets go here.
Saturday, May 23
The Friends of Myles Standish State Forest holds an annual Plymouth Airport Bird Walk, 246 South Meadow Rd., designed to locate the Upland Sandpiper and spot other grassland species. Participants often see Upland Sandpipers, Meadowlarks, Savanna Sparrows, and Grasshopper Sparrows. No dogs allowed; high grass makes tick protection, sunscreen, and bug spray necessary. The event begins at8:00 AM. Meet at the main gate parking lot. For details go here.
The Wildlands Trust presents a Shifting Lots Bird Walk from 4 to 6 pm. Ellisville Harbor State Park, 1861 State Rd. Lead by Lisa Schibley, coordinator of Manomet’s International Shorebird Survey, and Brian Vigorito from the South Shore Bird Club, investigate the perimeter of Ellisville marsh, tidal flats, barrier beach, and inlet, while spying on migrating and nesting birds in each habitat. Participants learn birding information from Manomet staff, the South Shore Bird Club, and the Friends of Ellisville Marsh. Registration is required for this free event. To register go here.
The annual Heirloom Plant Sale returns to Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. with more than 100 varieties of heirloom herbs, vegetables, and flowers grown in the Museum’s 17th-Century English Village. The sale will feature pollinator-friendly plants designed to attract butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other wildlife, along with unique varieties including Ring of Fire Sunflowers. Museum horticulture staff and volunteers have spent the winter propagating the plants for the fundraiser, and staff will be on hand during the event to answer gardening questions and offer tips. A pop-up retail shop with gardening-related items will also be featured. The sale takes place in the Museum’s main parking lot. Admission is free and the event continues through Sunday, May 24. For more information go here.