{"id":553925,"date":"2026-04-27T21:11:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T21:11:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/553925\/"},"modified":"2026-04-27T21:11:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T21:11:19","slug":"swap-shop-to-reopen-offering-free-recycled-goods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/553925\/","title":{"rendered":"Swap Shop to reopen, offering free recycled goods"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Ken Stone, chair of the Recycling Committee, said the Swap Shop at the old Cedarville transfer station, 33 Hedges Pond Road, is reopening from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 9. According to Stone, the shop was hugely popular in its inaugural month of October 2025, and he expects that to continue.<\/p>\n

\u201cPeople love it,\u201d Stone said, adding, \u201cWe\u2019re very careful in terms of what we take.\u201d<\/p>\n

At the shop, which resembles a flea market, people can take whatever they want for free. There\u2019s a drop-off table if people want to donate an item that\u2019s in decent condition but no longer needed. Donated items are screened to make sure they\u2019re acceptable, clean, and functional.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It seems a clear win-win for all involved.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe idea is to reuse waste \u2013 to divert waste from the waste stream,\u201d Stone explained. \u201cThat\u2019s why the DPW is backing it, because of the weight.\u201d Since the stuff that gets swapped isn\u2019t filling up landfills, it saves the town in terms of tipping fees.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Recycling Committee was formed a year ago, and the Swap Shop was one of the first things on its list to do, Stone said. Collaborating with the recent Fix It Clinic at the Plymouth Public Library on April 4 was another. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The shop currently has 42 volunteers and five leads. Stone said that is enough people to ensure they won\u2019t get overwhelmed with having to work every weekend from May until the end of October.<\/p>\n

The shop accepts donated household goods, d\u00e9cor, electronic appliances, toys, and more.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe test everything electronic to make sure it\u2019s functional,\u201d Stone said. There are lamps, microwaves, grills \u2013 but not propane or anything that uses gas. Stone said a lot of tools are donated \u201cand people love them.\u201d<\/p>\n

There are three sheds at the site that \u201cdid not cost the town a penny.\u201d The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection awards recycling dividend points to towns for different types of recycling. Those points, Stone said, translated into money for Plymouth. Another shed was bought with a DPW grant; and the third, smaller shed, was donated by Triple M Dispensary. The smaller shed provides storage for signs and equipment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The DPW built shelves inside the sheds, fixed a fence in need of repair, painted parking lines, and put up barriers to protect people from traffic. \u00a0<\/p>\n

The shop opened last October for only one month. In that time, Stone said there were over 100 cars a day for the four hours each Saturday. \u00a0He expects it will be just as popular again.<\/p>\n

To see a list of what the swap shop accepts \u2013 and what it rejects \u2013 go here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Monday, April 27\"\"Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel star in \u201cThe Christophers\u201d at the Plimoth Cinema.<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cThe Christophers,\u201d starring Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel, is screening at Plimoth Cinema in Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. Directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Ed Solomon, the film is about how an artist\u2019s estranged children hire a forger to finish their father\u2019s paintings so they can sell them. Film times are 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.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, April 28<\/p>\n

Look for returning migrating birds on a Spring Walk with Mass Audubon and Manomet Conservation Sciences at Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary, 60 Beaver Dam Road, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This will be a chance to wander the sanctuary and search for returning feathered friends. Wear appropriate clothing for this activity, which will take place outdoors. Tickets are $14 for adult Audubon members, and $18 for adult nonmembers, and registration can be completed here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Grab-n-Go dinners are available for anyone between 4:30 and 6 p.m. from the parking lot of the Plymouth Salvation Army. These free dinners are offered the last Tuesday of each month. Stay in the car, as the meal will be delivered to people in their parked cars. There is no eating on the property. For more information, contact Envoy Anne \u00a0Rich at anne.rich@use.salvationarmy.org<\/a> or visit the website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Aine Minogue is part of the Celtic Harp duo to perform at the Irish Classic Poetry reading at Plymouth Public Library.<\/p>\n

To celebrate National Poetry Month, America\u2019s Hometown Laureates presents an Irish Classic Poetry reading with the Celtic Harp duo, Aine Minogue and Rosemary Caine, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Fehlow Meeting Room at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. Minogue is an internationally renowned Celtic harpist, and she will be joined by her friend Caine. The duo will provide music and poetry to celebrate the arc of history surrounding the Celtic harp and Irish poets. This event is free, and sponsored by America\u2019s Hometown Laureates, Inc., the Plymouth Public Library Foundation, The Plymouth Foundation, and The Local Seen.<\/p>\n

Wednesday, April 29\"\"John Lennon and Yoko Ono star in a special showing of \u201cPower to the People: John & Yoko Live in NYC\u201d at Plimoth Cinema.<\/p>\n

A special showing of \u201cPower to the People: John & Yoko Live in NYC,\u201d will take place at 7 p.m. at Plimoth Cinema in Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave.(Another special screening is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, at 4:30 p.m.)The film\u2013 covering John and Yoko\u2019s two historic 1972 concerts at Madison Square Garden \u2013 is from original stage footage, remixed, restored, and reedited with supervision by Sean Lennon. These were Lennon\u2019s only full-length concerts after leaving the Beatles. Tickets are $12.50, $11 with a club card, $10 for seniors or members, and $8.50 for seniors with a club card.<\/p>\n

Thursday, April 30<\/p>\n

Plymouth G-Pub, 101 Carver Road, recently announced its \u201cWe Host Hospitality Referral Program,\u201d a night of networking for local hospitality professionals, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will be an opportunity to connect with others in the hospitality industry, while enjoying bites and drinks. Sign up for the event here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In preparation for the full \u201cflower\u201d moon in May, adults can register for a talk about Spring and the Night Sky from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library\u2019s Manomet Branch, 12 Strand Ave. Kim Snyder, an education coordinator from Mass Audubon, will explain how to look at the night sky, seeing shapes and constellations, and how stars have helped people navigate and explore the world. Registration for the talk is required, and can be done here<\/a>. This is good preparation for a Full Moon Hike on Friday, May 1, at Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary.<\/p>\n

Friday, May 1\"\"A new season of First Fridays Plymouth is starting downtown.<\/p>\n

A new season of First Fridays Plymouth kicks off from 5 to 8 p.m. in downtown Plymouth. The purpose of these monthly events is to support the small businesses, arts, and culture in the downtown area. This week, Colette O\u2019Connor will play her brand of \u201cgypsy-witch, mesmerizing\u201d songs in front of See Plymouth on 4 North St. Check out the Art Shoppe, 84 Court St., upstairs, from 4:30 to 8 p.m., where you can browse the gallery and make a pollinator craft to take home. Wood artist Jay Goldbach, will demonstrate sugi-ban, the ancient Asian burnt wood technique, while Slainte Plymouth plays live Irish music before the fireplace at Plymouth Center for the Arts, 11 North St. All Good Art, 65 Main St., will host a reception showing its latest works from local artists. The Spooner House, 27 North St., will offer free tours (although donations are appreciated).\u00a0 Laughing Moon, 1 Court St., will feature sidewalk sales of art from artists who display in the shop, including works from wood carver Jason Olivia. Find out more about First Fridays and the participating businesses here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Meryl Streep star in \u201cThe Devil Wears Prada 2\u201d at Plimoth Cinema.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Devil Wears Prada 2,\u201d a sequel to the original film from 2006, will be showing at the Plimoth Cinema in Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. The sequel recasts some of the original cast members from the successful first film, including Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci. Fans of the first film will be curious to see whether this one \u201cstands up\u201d to expectations. Film times are 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.<\/p>\n

A Full Moon Hike takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary, 60 Beaver Dam Road. This is a chance for adults and children age 8 and older to explore the sanctuary\u2019s trails and enjoy the full moon. In the process, attendees will learn how restoration projects like Tidmarsh help bring back the dark skies to support being able to see the moon and protect the wildlife that depends on the night. Meet with education coordinator Kim Snyder at the main parking lot about 10 minutes early and sign in. Tickets are $10 for member children, 12 for non-member children, $20 for member adults, and $24 for non-member adults. Sign up and get tickets here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Saturday, May 2<\/p>\n

The monthly Burial Hill Tour, from 1 to 2 p.m., will be led by Stephen O\u2019Neill, director of the Hanover Historical Society and the topic is \u201cTown Decides: Plymouth Declares for Independence.\u201d Join the group at the top of Burial Hill, and wear comfortable walking shoes. In case of inclement weather, the walking tour may be canceled. Check Facebook<\/a> for updates. The series is presented by the Plymouth Antiquarian Society and Pilgrim Hall Museum, with tours held on the first Saturday of each month except for January. No registration is necessary.<\/p>\n

The public is invited to \u201cArts in Bloom,\u201d an arts and crafts fair presented by the Great Island Artisans\u2019 Guild at Great Island Overlook Clubhouse, 149 Great Island Road in the Pinehills, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 35 artists from the Pinehills community and beyond will be presenting their creations. This juried fair will feature original baskets; hand-painted items; a variety of jewelry; wooden creations; sewn, knitted, and crocheted items; soaps and lotions; photography; chocolates; jams and granola; fine art; resin items; fleece; stained glass; soy candles; pottery; and more. Every half hour there will be a free raffle giving away a $10 gift certificate to use with any vendor.<\/p>\n

\"\"Volunteers are needed for the Plymouth Hometown Cleanup.<\/p>\n

The Plymouth Hometown Cleanup will take place all day, rain or shine. Volunteers are needed, and people can join an existing group, create their own, or go solo to help clean up a neighborhood, park, or road that needs attention. Visit Town Hall, or sign up here<\/a>. Pick up the purple bags provided at the Planning Department, and sign the waiver. Leave the filled bags at the indicated drop location. The Department of Public Works will pick up the bags from the drop locations. Last spring the cleanup gathered 3,420 pounds of trash and litter. For questions, contact Patrick Farah at pfarah@plymouth-MA.gov<\/a>, or 508-322-3374.<\/p>\n

\"\"Carlin Tripp will be performing at the Acoustic Fest hosted by the Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District.<\/p>\n

The Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District is hosting its first Acoustic Fest from 1 to 3 p.m., and on Sunday, May 2, from 12 to 2 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will feature live acoustic music performed by local singer-songwriters at various businesses throughout the downtown and waterfront. Stroll through Plymouth while enjoying live performances, shopping, and dining at local establishments. With music outdoors (weather permitting, and indoors if necessary), the fest offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, highlighting the town\u2019s vibrant arts scene and supporting local businesses. To learn more, visit the website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"\u201cLetters by Candlelight: Voices of the Hedge Family at Home\u201d will be at the Hedge House.<\/p>\n

\u201cLetters by Candlelight: Voices of the Hedge Family at Home\u201d- dramatic readings of letters written by Plymouth\u2019s Hedge family \u2013 takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Hedge House, 126 Water St. Presented by the Plymouth Antiquarian Society, the event will take place in an intimate atmosphere lit by electric candles, with dramatic readers in costume reading the actual letters from the Hedge family in the 1860s. Tickets will be for 20-minute increments, so select the preferred time slot when purchasing. Tickets are $13 for society members, $18 for nonmembers, and available to purchase here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra will perform \u201cBlockbuster Broadway\u201d at Memorial Hall.<\/p>\n

The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra will perform its concert \u201cBlockbuster Broadway,\u201d with Steven Karidoyanes conducting, at 7:30 p.m. in Memorial Hall. The program will feature guest artists from Spot-On Entertainment, including vocalists Campbell Walker Fields, Carole J. Bufford, and Farah Alvin, with Ryan Shirar as pianist. There will also be a repeat concert set for 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, in Memorial Hall. The performance will showcase iconic songs from Broadway plays such as \u201cWaitress,\u201d \u201cHamilton,\u201d \u201cJersey Boys,\u201d \u201cFunny Girl,\u201d \u201cThe Phantom of the Opera,\u201d \u201cCats,\u201d \u201cCabaret,\u201d \u201cLes Mis\u00e9rables.\u201d and \u201cThe Lion King.\u201d Tickets are $35, $60, $70, and $150, and you can order them for either the Saturday or Sunday performance here<\/a>. There\u2019s also an option for a Saturday evening pre-concert cocktail party at 6 p.m. in the Blue Room at Memorial Hall, for an additional $25.<\/p>\n

Sunday, May 3<\/p>\n

The Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra reprises its concert \u201cBlockbuster Broadway,\u201d with Steven Karidoyanes conducting, at 3 p.m. in Memorial Hall. The program will feature guest artists from Spot-On Entertainment, including vocalists Campbell Walker Fields, Carole J. Bufford, and Farah Alvin, with Ryan Shirar as pianist. Tickets are $35, $60, $70, and $150, and can be purchased here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Plymouth Downtown Waterfront District\u2019s Acoustic Fest continues from 12 to 2 p.m. Stroll, shop, and enjoy the outdoor (indoor if necessary) music in downtown Plymouth at this free, family-friendly event.<\/p>\n

Another special showing of \u201cPower to the People: John & Yoko Live in NYC,\u201d will take place at 4:30 p.m. at Plimoth Cinema in Plimoth Patuxet Museums, 137 Warren Ave. The film\u2013 covering John and Yoko\u2019s two historic 1972 concerts at Madison Square Garden \u2013 is from original stage footage, remixed, restored, and reedited with supervision by Sean Lennon. These were Lennon\u2019s only full-length concerts after leaving the Beatles. Tickets are $12.50, $11 with a club card, $10 for seniors or members, and $8.50 for seniors with a club card.<\/p>\n

Monday, May 4\"\"Pianist Sergei Novikov will perform at the Plymouth Public Library.<\/p>\n

The Dr. Robert M. Shiff Forum presents pianist Sergei Novikov in Concert from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. From Tchaikovsky to \u201cPhantom of the Opera,\u201d and from Duke Ellington to Billy Joel, Novikov\u2019s performance promises to \u201cdelight the audience,\u201d and include a \u201csense of humor.\u201d Since moving to the United States from Russia in 1990 at the age of 21, he has become a major force in contemporary composing while traveling throughout the New England area. The event is free, but registration is required. To register, go here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, May 5<\/p>\n

A workshop for writers who feel stuck, \u201cThe Next Right Step,\u201d led by author Kendra Vaughan, takes place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St. The workshop focuses on self-assessing, identifying realistic next steps, and making decisions with confidence. Register here<\/a> for this free workshop.<\/p>\n

Saturday, May 9\"\"The Pilgrim Festival Chorus will perform at The Church of the Pilgrimage. Credit: (Photo by Denise Maccaferri)<\/p>\n

The Pilgrim Festival Chorus will present its spring concert, \u201cEvening and Morning \u2013 Music to Lighten Our Darkness,\u201d at 7:30 p.m. at The Church of the Pilgrimage, 8 Town Square. Artistic directors William B. Richter, conductor, and Elizabeth Chapman Reilly, organ, will lead the chorus. The concert explores themes of illumination and transformation through two works: \u201cSunrise Mass\u201d by Ola Gjeilo and \u201cVesperae solennes de confessore\u201d (Solemn Vespers) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.\u00a0 Tickets are$25, and $20 for seniors and students over 18. Card to Culture attendees and children 18 and younger are free. Tickets are available here<\/a> and at the door, subject to availability.<\/p>\n

America\u2019s Hometown Garden Club will hold its plant sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Plymouth Public Library, 132 South St.<\/p>\n

The Plymouth Recycling Committee\u2019s Swap Shop, 33 Hedges Pond Road, opens from 9 a.m. to noon, and will continue being open on Saturdays through October. See the lead story in this column for more information.<\/p>\n

Sunday, May 10<\/p>\n

The Pilgrim Festival Chorus offers another chance to see and hear its spring concert, \u201cEvening and Morning \u2013 Music to Lighten Our Darkness,\u201d at 4 p.m. at The Church of the Pilgrimage, 8 Town Square. Tickets are$25, and $20 for seniors and students over 18. Card to Culture attendees and children 18 and younger are free. Tickets are available here<\/a> and at the door, subject to availability.<\/p>\n

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