April 11, 12 & 13, 2025



Buzzing Metro South Events This Weekend

Abington - Easter Egg Hunt - Sun, Apr 13, 1p, First Baptist Church of Abington. A fun and free event! Egg hunt, Coloring pages and a special guest will be hopping by!

Avon - Music & Movement - Sat, Apr 12, 11-11:30a, Avon Public Library. Get your groove on and your wiggles out with music & movement! Join us for this fun and lively event where we will play lots of music, sing lots of songs, and use lots of instruments while we do it. This program is for children aged 3-8 and a caregiver. Registration is required.

Bridgewater - Read & Draw Art Class - Fri, Apr 11, 10-11a, Bridgewater Public Library. Join Triumph for 123 Read & Draw Art Class! Fun and creative, social and skill building, this seven week program is for you and your child ages 3-6. Registration is required, and space is limited. 

To register, call Nancy at 508-822-5388 ext. 208 or email her at ntilbe@triumphinc.org. 

Bridgewater - Adult Drop-In Knit-In Group - Sat, Apr 12, 10a-1p, Bridgewater Public Library. Bring your own projects and knit! Join this informal adult knitting group and be in the company of other fiber artists while you purl 1, knit 2. This is not an instructional class, but beginners are welcome to attend as experienced knitters are happy to share wisdom. No registration required. Adults 18+ are welcome to attend. Drop-in any time from 10a to 1p, and stay as long as you'd like.

Bridgewater - Rummage Sale Sat April 12 9a-1p Central Square Congregational Church.

Clothes, Homegoods Homemade Soups and Sandwitches to go

Bridgewater - Free Children's Saturday STREAM Club - Sat, Apr 12, 9:30-11:30a, 27 Perkins St. Children Across America free resource. Come join us for a fun-filled day of Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math activities! Hands-on learning experience for children to explore and discover new interests in a creative and interactive environment. Spots are limited. For kids aged 4-11.

Brockton - Jobseeker Workshop - Sat, Apr 12, 1-3p, Brockton Public Library. Do you need help finding a job? If you do, help is available weekly on Saturdays. Workshops will be in Haitian-Creole.

Brockton - Godspell - When it was first produced on Broadway in 1971 - Godspell broke new ground in its stage treatment of the historical Jesus Christ. This is the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden). Final Show Dates: Fri, Apr 11 & Sat, Apr 12 at 8p, Sun, Apr 13 at 3p

Brockton - Agility Course Open House - Sat, Apr 12, 11:15a-1p, Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts. Have you ever wanted to check out our agility course? Now is your chance! Join Clear Skies Dog Training LLC and let your dog experience our obstacle course! Certified dog trainers will be on site to guide you through the course and answer any questions about our training classes. The APCSM asks that attendees give a donation in any amount, which can be paid in advance through their Zeffy donation page.

East Bridgewater - Lego Fridays - Fri, Apr 11, 9a-4:30p, East Bridgewater Public Library. LEGO Freeplay! All ages welcome. Registration is not required. Drop in!

Easton - Friends Book Shop Donation Hours - Sat, Apr 12, 1-5p, Queset House. The Friends of the Ames Free Library is a nonprofit organization integral to promoting and supporting Library activities and programs, and purchases items not included in the Library’s budget. . The Friends Book Shop at Queset House gladly accepts donations of good quality books every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Easton - Hop into Spring: The Great Egg Hunt Chase - Fri, Apr 11, 4:30-6:30p, Old Colony YMCA Get ready for an egg-citing day of fun at the YMCA! We’re hosting a fantastic egg hunt for kids ages 3-10, with eggs hidden all around the YMCA for an adventure you won’t want to miss! Children will search high and low for colorful eggs filled with sweet treats, small toys, and exciting surprises. Different egg hunt zones will be set up for various age groups, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. In addition to the hunt, we’ll have fun games, crafts, and even a special visit from the Easter Bunny! It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring and create lasting memories with family and friends.

Hanover - Tudor Queens and Ladies in Waiting: A Discussion with Authors Nicola Clark and Jade Scott - Sat, Apr 12, 10-11, Zoom. We are so excited to welcome authors Nicola Clark and Jade Scott to our virtual stage to discuss one of our favorite topics - the Tudor Queens and their Ladies in Waiting! Nicola's book, "The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women Who Served the Tudor Queens" and Jade's book, "Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots" delve into the true lives of these historic women, digging into their lives. Please register on Zoom.



Hingham - Open Barnyard at Weir River Farm - Sat, Apr 12, 10a-12p, Weir River Farm. In the barnyard, meet our piglets, rabbits, and other furry friends. Interact with our goats and greet our sheep. Then, consider exploring the woodland trails. Come experience all that Weir River Farm has to offer! This program will meet in the barnyard and is rain or shine! Registration is required. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Hingham - Learn-to-Play Chess Club - Sat, Apr 12, 3-4p, Hingham Public Library. Are you completely new to chess and want to learn how to play? Local high school students are offering a beginner’s Learn-to-Play Chess Club for kids ages 6-10 at the Hingham Library! The chess club will meet one Saturday per month and will teach the basics of chess. Players will learn the names of pieces and how they move, the rules of the game, and what they need to do to win. They will have an opportunity to play against the club leader(s) and other club members. This is a fun, interactive way to learn the basics of chess. Players do not need to bring any equipment. Registration is required.

Middleboro - Sunday's Pokemon Event - Sun, Apr 13, 12-3p, 495 Center St. There is a $5.00 entry fee per person. We add one Pokemon pack per person for the Prize pool, which, for the time being, will be going on in-store credit until we can get some more Pokemon product. This event is for all ages and levels of experience. If you have any questions, please let us know. You can give us a call at 978-298-4409 or shoot us an email at thegamereseve@gmail.com.

New Bedford - New Bedford Farmers Market - Sat, Apr 12, 10a-2p, 1 Oneida St. A vibrant community to support local farmers and artisans. Every Saturday find fresh, seasonal produce and locally produced goods, all while enjoying live music! Take part in artist workshops to spark your creativity, or warm up with a cup of hot coffee as you browse. Don’t miss cooking demos. It’s a perfect day to experience the best of what the Southcoast farmers and makers have to offer!

North Attleboro - Shanties and Shenanigans with Quartermaster's Council - Sat, Apr 12, 7:30p, North Attleboro Elks Lodge. Join our crew for a merry evening of rollicking songs and stormy stories! Quartermaster's Council will be performing a selection of sea shanties and pirate tales that will have you singing along and laughing out loud.

Cash bar - snacks - parking - treasure!

Plymouth - Dad Run Club - Sat, Apr 12, 8-9a, Plymouth Town Hall (11 Lincoln St). Dads need community too! That’s why we started the Dad Run Club. Meet us Saturdays at 8a!

Stoughton - Free Robotics Workshop - Sun, Apr 13, 10a, Hampton Inn & Suites Boston/Stoughton. The Moonpreneur’s Robotics workshop provides children with hands-on experience in coding Microcontrollers/create circuits, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It helps enhance their creativity, teamwork, and technical knowledge, preparing them for future opportunities in STEM fields. Registration is required.

Taunton - Send these Scouts to camp! Pack 49 Comedy Night - Sat Apr 12, 7p, Taunton Lodge of Elks #150. Get ready for a hilarious comedy lineup that will have you rolling in your seats. Come join us for a night of laughter and fun as we raise money to send our Cub Scouts to summer camp! Our goal is to help relieve the cost for each of our Cub Scouts to attend summer day camp! Support a great cause while enjoying a night out with friends and family. Don't miss out on this opportunity to help our Cub Scouts have an unforgettable summer camp experience! *Event is 21+ *There will be raffle baskets and a 50/50 cash prize raffle.

West Bridgewater - Annual Town Cleanup - Sat, Apr 12, 11a, First Church of West Bridgewater. The West Bridgewater Open Space Committee & Conservation Commission is partnering with Win Waste Innovations to hold their Annual Town Cleanup. The event starts at 11a at the First Church of West Bridgewater and volunteers will receive shirts, bags, and gloves.

Whitman - Annual Cleanup Celebration - Sat, Apr 12, 11a-2p, Hobart Pond. On Sat, Apr 12, Make Me Brand New will hold its second Annual Cleanup Celebration in Whitman. Volunteers will start at Hobart Pond and will be provided with cleaning supplies. This event also includes a celebration, and sponsors will provide refreshments.

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