What Does MLK Day Mean To Hingham in 2026?

January 16, 2026 By Tim Miller-Dempsey for the Hingham Human Rights Commission As we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026, some might wonder if this holiday has lost its relevance, a ceremonial nod to battles already won. After so many historic victories, we’ve seen a widespread pullback from diversity initiatives that were once …

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Starry Night: A fun evening to enrich lives through the arts

January 15, 2026 By Linda and Gerald Jones Local, exceptional access to the arts drew us to South Shore Conservatory (SSC) years ago. Enriching people through the arts inspires self-confidence, self-worth and self- expression. It did not take long for us to realize the powerful influence of the arts, especially for those who have had little or no …

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The Arc of the South Shore Celebrates Partnership with South Shore Bank

January 15, 2026 by South Shore Bank In a display of their ongoing partnership, The Arc of the South Shore has added “We Bank Local with South Shore Bank” on the sides of their fleet of vans, proudly celebrating the strong relationship they have built together. This gesture highlights the trust and support between the two local organizations …

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Hingham High School Graduate Rows Across the Atlantic

January 12, 2026 Submitted by Doug McCaig Ryan Mulfur is a 2020 Graduate of Hingham High School. He was a captain of the Hingham High School Rowing team and now, along with his three teammates, is racing across the Atlantic, unassisted, in a rowboat in an event called “The World’s Toughest Row”. As of this writing Ryan’s …

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Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

Monday, January 19, 3 p.m., First Baptist Church January 12, 2026 Submitted by First Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Geoffrey D. Hicks will share reflections on how music empowered the movement for justice and equality. This inspiring program will feature a variety of musical selections—and we invite you to be part of the story! Community Choir …

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South Shore Conservatory presents Starry Night

January 6, 2026 by South Shore Conservatory After a five-year hiatus, South Shore Conservatory (SSC) relaunches its premier fundraising gala, renamed Starry Night: South Shore Conservatory Winter Gala on Saturday, January 31, 6 pm at South Shore Country Club, 274 South Street in Hingham. “We are delighted to relaunch our fundraising gala after a five-year …

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