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On Sunday, Jan. 25, the Plymouth Center for the Arts will kick off a four-part series, “Candlelight Concerts – Sunday Salons by Candlelight” with String Theory featuring Glass Artists, a string quartet. Kim Corben, executive director of the arts center at 11 North St., said it’s the ideal spot for the type of intimate concerts she envisions. The other three candlelight concerts will take place over the next few months at four historic Plymouth venues: the Spire, 1809 Hedge House, and Pilgrim Hall Museum.
Corben, who used to work for the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra, always wanted to book candlelight concerts, but said Memorial Hall, where the orchestra usually plays, was too “voluminous” for such intimate performances.
When she learned Donna Curtin, executive director of Pilgrim Hall, Corben met with her, Dona Maher; the Spire’s executive producer of Sunday Serenades; and Patrick Browne, executive director of the Plymouth Antiquarian Society (which operates the Hedge House). They all wanted to participate. Each organization is choosing the artists and type of music suited to the venue, and all four are sharing marketing costs.
“They’re four historic, beautiful venues in Plymouth, and this kind of candlelight concert lends itself to both the venue and the music,” Corben said. The candles are not real, of course, but she said they appear realistic.
“I think we have 650 candles,” Corben said. The candles will be set up around the String Theory quartet, which will be seated in the middle of the room, surrounded by the audience. There will also be a cash bar with wine and beer.
Nikki Naghavi, founder of Glass Artists and one of the musicians, said the group features conservatory students or recent graduates who are “at the top of their field.” Naming the concert “String Theory” came from the idea that “every note begins as a vibration,” she said. It will feature songs by The Beatles, Queen, Coldplay, and Fleetwood Mac played through “the voice of a string quartet.”
The next concert in the series is scheduled for Hedge House, 126 Water St., on Sunday, Feb. 22, with two seatings at 2 and 4 p.m. On Sunday, March 29, the Spire will host its candlelight concert at 4 p.m. The final concert will take place at 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, at the Pilgrim Hall Museum, 75 Court St.
Tickets are $55 for each concert, or $220 for the whole series. Members of any one of the organizations can receive a 10 percent discount. Tickets are available here.
Monday, January 12
Emily Morin, head law librarian for the Plymouth Law Library, will be at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St., from11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. to offer one-on-one help with legal information and research. Morin will provide patrons with legal resources and, if applicable, referrals to other services.
Students from Plymouth North and South High Schools will conduct food drives today through Friday, Jan. 16, leading up to the weekend celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
“Marty Supreme,” starring Timothée Chalamet and produced and directed by Josh Safdie, will continue screening at the Plimoth Cinema in Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. The sports drama/comedy, inspired by real-life table tennis player Marty Reisman, also features Gwyneth Paltrow, Tyler (the Creator) Okonma, and Fran Drescher in supporting roles. “Song Sung Blue,” starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as a duo who found joy during hard times by performing in a Neil Diamond tribute show, will also continue screening at the cinema. Film times are at 2, 4:30, and 7 p.m. Tickets are $12.50, $11 with a club card, $10 for seniors or members, and $8.50 for seniors with a club card.
Tuesday, January 13
Attend a Creative Charcuterie Class & Wine Tasting from 6 to 7:30 p.m.at Book Love, 7 Village Green South, in the Pinehills. Scout & Cellar Wine will lead the event, which includes a hands-on workshop where attendees create their own charcuterie board to take home, and get an opportunity to enjoy a curated wine tasting. Tickets are $90.76 (with fee), and you can buy them here.
Kendra Vaughn, author of the novel “The Plymbury Witch,” will be on hand from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St., talking about what it takes to self-publish. No matter what the genre, Vaughn will walk you through the essentials of self-publishing, including editing, design, distribution, and marketing, while sharing insights from her own experience. Registration is required, and you can do so here.
Wednesday, January 14
The Plymouth Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Irwin Ehrenreich will present a program entitled All About Roses, offering useful tips for growing (what else) roses. A retired surgeon, Ehrenreich has been called “The Rose Man.” Along with his wife, Cindy, he has designed, planted, and maintained many gardens throughout Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts, including the Heritage Museums. A traditional English Tea will be served at the meeting. Guests are welcome to attend for a $5 fee.
The Plymouth Salvation Army, 52 Long Pond Road, welcomes the public to its Breakfast Bunch, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., every second Wednesday of the month. Have a warm breakfast and enjoy conversation with others. If you have questions, contact Envoy Anne Rich at anne.rich@use.salvationarmy.org.
Friday, January 16
“Bruce in the USA,” featuring Matt Ryan, will take over the Memorial Hall stage at 8 p.m., playing the music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Tickets are $45.25, $56, and $67, and you can get them here.
Famed folk singer/songwriter Steve Forbert will perform at the Spire at 8 p.m. Forbert arrived in New York City from Mississippi in 1976 and entered the “new folk” revival at the time, performing in Manhattan clubs. His most recent album is “Daylight Savings Time.” Tickets are $36.40 and $40, and you can get them here.
“The Choral,” a historical drama starring Ralph Fiennes, will begin screening at the Plimoth Cinema in Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. The film takes place in Britain during World War I. The town has to replace its choral group’s director, who was conscripted, and Fiennes plays the not-so-popular (he’s gay, and an atheist) substitute. With so many men at war, local teens must be recruited to sing in the group. Film times are at 2, 4:30, and 7 p.m. Tickets are $12.50, $11 with a club card, $10 for seniors or members, and $8.50 for seniors with a club card.
Saturday, January 17
The Plymouth for All Committee (formerly Plymouth No Place for Hate) will kick off three days of events in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with a day of service through food drives. Three locations will be staffed by volunteers: The Market, 6 Purchase St. in the Pinehills (organized by the Keepers of Democracy), Church of the Pilgrimage, 8 Town Square, and Stop & Shop, 127 Samoset Street. Donations will be collected for the following food pantries: American Legion, Christ Church, Plymouth Area Coalition for the Homeless, Plymouth Food Warehouse, Second Church in Manomet, and the mutual aid group Together WE C.A.N. You find details here.
The 1620 Winery’s annual Snow Ball Gala & Anniversary Celebration takes place from 6 to 11 p.m. at the winery, 55 Cordage Park Circle. The winery turned 10 this year, and owners Bob and Raquel Mullaney will provide attendees with a surprise anniversary gift. The formal gala includes a cocktail hour, a gourmet menu from Chef Steve Dickson, and the winery’s most popular red and white wines. There will also be dancing to the sounds of the Silver Arrow Band. Tickets are $145.90, and you can buy them here.
Sunday, January 18
The Calyx Piano Trio will perform at 3 p.m. as part of the Spire’s “Sunday Serenades: Matinee Performances with Timeless Charm.” The trio features violinist Catherine French, cellist Jennifer Lucht, and pianist Nina Ferrigno. The group is known for bridging tradition and innovation, such as by combining the works of Beethoven and Brahms with contemporary voices that challenge and expand the piano trio form. Tickets are $31 and $34, and you can buy them here.
As part of Plymouth For All’s weekend events celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Plymouth Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 6 Sever St., will host an interfaith service beginning at 10 a.m. All are welcome. The celebration of King’s legacy will continue with the screening of the Academy Award winning film, “Selma,” at 4:30 p.m. at the Plimoth Cinema at Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. The film depicts King’s leadership in the historic Selma to Montgomery march which was pivotal in the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Admission is free, thanks to generous support from the Plymouth Noontime Rotary Club.
Monday, January 19
The Plymouth Open Space Committee will sponsor a community hike along the Town Brook Trail at 11 a.m. for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The guided hike will feature commentary on the historical and natural features of the Town Brook valley. The walk will set off from the new footbridge over Jenney Pond, follow the brook to the rear entrance of Morton Park, and on to the brook’s origin at Billington Sea. The three- to four-mile, easy hike will cover wooded trails, sidewalks, and dirt roads. Families with school age children are welcome, but dogs are not invited. Parking is available at Jenney Pond. If the ground is icy, the hike will be rescheduled – call 774-454-1980 if conditions are questionable.
The Plymouth For All Committee’s weekend celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. will conclude at Plymouth South High School, 490 Long Pond Road, where a hot breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tickets for the breakfast are $18, with children 12 and under getting in free. They can be purchased here, and they are not required for the program that follows. After breakfast, attendees will move to the high school’s Performing Arts Center. The South Elementary School Choir will sing songs honoring African American heritage. The student winners of the Martin Luther King Essay Contest will follow, reading aloud their inspirational works. The program will close with a keynote speech by Bishop Samuel Lawrence Green, Sr., presiding prelate of the First Episcopal District African Methodist Episcopal Church. For more information about these events, contact Nancy Morse at kiltedlady@verizon.net.
Tuesday, January 20
An “Evening of Tea and Tarot Reading” is set for Shelly’s Tea Rooms, 51 Court St., from 5 to 7 p.m. While waiting for your tarot reading, you can dig into the restaurant’s cream tea, which consists of two freshly baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserve, along with a pot of tea of your choice. The event is limited to 20 attendees, and tickets are $49.95. You can reserve your spot by calling 508-927-4402.
Friday, January 23
Sustainable Plymouth will hold a meeting of the Green Reads Book Club at Independent Fermentations, 127 Camelot Drive, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The club is open to anyone who loves books and nature, and the book to be discussed this month is “Birds of a Lesser Paradise,” by Megan Mayhew Bergman. The book connects stories of human families and love with nature and the environment. Even if you didn’t read the book, you’re welcome to come and listen. Register to attend here.
“Tapestry, the Carole King Songbook,” starring Suzanne O Davis, will take the stage at the Spire at 8 p.m. The show will capture the essence of a 1970’s Carole King concert, playing songs from the iconic album, “Tapestry.” Davis and her band will play the entire album, along with additional hits written by King and her husband in the 1960’s. Tickets are $44.50 and $49, and you can get them here.
Saturday, January 24
Nancy Gentile and Captain Mike Taylor, volunteers from the New Bedford Whaling Museum, will give a presentation on the whaling industry, from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. The talk will provide historical insights and stories about whaling in the 19th and 20th centuries, especially covering the pivotal role of New Bedford in the industry. Registration is required, and you can do so here.
Sunday, January 25
The first in a four-part series of “Candlelight Concerts – Sunday Salons by Candlelight,” will take place at Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St., at 4 p.m., featuring Glass Artists, a string quartet. See the lead story in this column for more details.