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Derby Academy Virtual Coffee & Conversation: The Lower School Years (Pre-K–Grade 4)
2025-12-10 09:30 (America/New_York)
Prospective parents/caregivers can learn more about the Lower School years at Derby in this casual virtual conversation hosted by the Admission Office

From Hingham to the Americas: New Perspectives on the 18th Century at the MFA
2026-01-25 15:00 | Hingham Heritage Museum
Join us on January 25 at 3:00pm for our 2025/2026 lecture series, “Revisiting the American Revolution: Part II.”
Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of American Independence, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is reimagining its 18th-century galleries of the Art of the Americas Wing for the first time since 2010. This major reinstallation brings together works from across the Americas, highlighting the interconnected histories of the continent and examining how artists have contributed to emerging ideas of identity and nationhood.
About the Speaker
Lucía Abramovich Sánchez is the Carolyn and Peter Lynch Associate Curator of American Decorative Arts and Sculpture at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, where she works with a wide range of artwork that includes decorative arts and sculpture from North America and Latin America, spanning over 3,000 years of history. Dr. Abramovich Sánchez holds a B.A. from the College of William & Mary, M.A. from the Sainsbury Research Unit at the University of East Anglia, and Ph.D. from the Latin American Studies & Art History joint doctoral program at Tulane University
About the Hingham Historical Lecture Series
The Hingham Historical Society Lecture Series captivates audiences with bold ideas, compelling stories, and fresh perspectives on the people and forces that shaped Hingham’s layered past. Hosted live at the Hingham Heritage Museum and streamed for remote access, these dynamic talks bring scholars and authors face-to-face with the community. With topics spanning centuries and voices that challenge conventional narratives, each lecture takes subscribers beyond the sources, offering new insights, spirited dialogue, and a deeper appreciation for local history within a national context.
The Hingham Historical Society Lecture Series is presented live in person and via ZOOM. For more information and to subscribe to the lecture series, visit www.hinghamhistorical.org.

Hingham - MassGOP Convention Notice
2026-02-03 19:00 | South Shore Country Club
The Hingham Republican Town Committee will hold a caucus on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the South Shore Country Club.
At this caucus, the Committee will elect 31 delegates to represent Hingham at the 2026 Massachusetts Republican Nominating Convention. To be eligible to serve as a delegate, you must be a registered Republican as of December 31, 2025.
The Massachusetts Republican Convention will take place on April 25, 2026, at the DCU Arena and Convention Center in Worcester. At the convention, the State Republican Party will select its endorsed candidates for statewide offices
All registered Republicans in Hingham who wish to attend the convention must be elected as a delegate. Please note that attendance at the February 3rd caucus is not required to be elected. If you are interested in serving your town and party as a delegate, please contact the Hingham Republican Town Committee at hinghamrtc@yahoo.com and your name will be submitted on the slate for voting.

Glastonbury Abbey to Host Talk on Stability in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
2026-02-03 19:30 | Morcone Center at Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Abbey welcomes the public to a timely evening lecture exploring how ancient spiritual wisdom can help people remain grounded in today’s rapidly evolving digital world.
On Tuesday, February 3 at 7:30 p.m., Dr. Sean O’Callaghan, Associate Professor of Religious and Theological Studies at Salve Regina University, will present “The Practice of Stability in the Age of AI” in the Morcone Center at Glastonbury Abbey. The event is free and open to the public; donations are welcome. A virtual attendance option is also available.
Drawing on the 6th-century Rule of St. Benedict alongside contemporary research on artificial intelligence, Dr. O’Callaghan will explore practical, faith-rooted practices that promote stability, balance, and attentiveness in everyday life as technology increasingly shapes modern experience.
Dr. O’Callaghan is co-author of AI Shepherds and Electric Sheep: Leading and Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. Originally from Ireland, he previously taught in the United Kingdom before joining Salve Regina University. His work focuses on world religions, emerging spiritual movements, and the ethical and cultural implications of new technologies.
The talk is presented by the Oblates of Glastonbury Abbey, who share Benedictine values of balance, reflection, and hospitality with the wider community.
Those wishing to attend virtually may register at www.glastonburyabbey.org and click “programs.” The link will be emailed to you.
For more information, call (781) 749-2155, ext. 300.

Hingham's Black Revolutionaries
2026-02-22 15:00 | Hingham Heritage Museum
Join us on February 22 at 3:00pm for our 2025/2026 lecture series, “Revisiting the American Revolution: Part II.”
How did Hingham’s free and enslaved Black population experience the American Revolution? Join local historian Paula Bagger as she unpacks previously untold stories of service both on the battlefield and the home front.
About the Speaker
Paula Bagger is a premier historian of Hingham history. In 2024, she was honored with the Judith Kimball Award in recognition of her decade of service to the Society, including groundbreaking research on artist Prince Demah, people of color in Hingham, and, most recently, Hingham’s 1776 census return. Paula’s volunteer service with the Society began in 2007, and she has served in numerous capacities, including a five-year term as its President. In addition to her work with the Society, Paula is employed as an attorney, arbitrator, and mediator, with a specialty in business and commercial disputes. Paula earned an A.B. degree in history from Harvard University and a J.D. degree from the University of Chicago Law School.
About the Hingham Historical Lecture Series
The Hingham Historical Society Lecture Series captivates audiences with bold ideas, compelling stories, and fresh perspectives on the people and forces that shaped Hingham’s layered past. Hosted live at the Hingham Heritage Museum and streamed for remote access, these dynamic talks bring scholars and authors face-to-face with the community. With topics spanning centuries and voices that challenge conventional narratives, each lecture takes subscribers beyond the sources, offering new insights, spirited dialogue, and a deeper appreciation for local history within a national context.
The Hingham Historical Society Lecture Series is presented live in person and via ZOOM. For more information and to subscribe to the lecture series, visit www.hinghamhistorical.org.
