Speak for Thyself Awards Celebrate Outstanding Women

The 17th Speak for Thyself Awards will recognize three outstanding women who, in the spirit of Mayflower passenger Priscilla Mullins Alden, have led the way to promote extraordinary outcomes in their communities by speaking on behalf of themselves and others as pioneers, advocates, and leaders. Sponsored by the Alden Kindred of America, this year’s awards … Read more

Stop the Stigma 5K

Nearly every family in the United States has been touched by mental illness or addiction. Interfaith Social Services hosts the Stop the Stigma 5K each year to support our loved ones, challenge stereotypes, encourage acceptance and eliminate stigmas, all while raising funds for our New Directions Counseling Center. This year’s Stop the Stigma 5K, on … Read more

Local Land Heroes

Wildlands Trust celebrates 50 remarkable years Story by Karen Grey, President of Wildlands Trust Photography by Drew Lederman Book designed by Steven Pollack The year 2023 marked Wildlands Trust’s 50th Anniversary, a milestone made possible by the collective passion, sacrifice, and generosity of many people working toward the common goal of protecting the lands and … Read more

Book Love

Plymouth’s newest bookstore is expanding its presence at The Pinehills. By Jennifer H. McInerney   Photography by Kate Rogan As a child growing up in metro Detroit, Katie Mannix spent her summers on the island of Nantucket—and as much time as possible inside Nantucket Bookworks. She spent countless hours browsing the store’s vast shelves, perusing … Read more

Wicked Weymouth Scavenger Hunt

Help us “Squash Hunger” in Weymouth Join us for the Wicked Weymouth Scavenger Hunt HALLOWEEN EDITION Saturday, October 28th Weymouth Tufts Library 46 Broad St, Weymouth, MA 02188 2:00-4:30 Kids Hunt 3:00 Join us for this WICKED fun event, it lasts two hours, it’s a race against time as you accumulate points, and this year it’s Halloween themed and … Read more