Tagged: holiday

Memorial Day Events On The South Shore

May 24th, 2024 | holiday

Here’s a rundown of some Memorial Day events that will be taking place on the South Shore. Abington: Ceremony will begin at 9am, on Monday, May 27th, at the Veterans Lot of the Mount Vernon Cemetery. Bridgewater: There will be a ceremony that will be hosted by the VFW Post 2125, at 7am. Parade will […]

Busy Roadways On Memorial Day Weekend

May 24th, 2024 | holiday

The Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and busy roadways are to be expected.   AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that pleasant weather and lower gas prices are likely to encourage people to venture out.   Schieldrop tells WATD News that the return trip home is also like to be a busy one. […]

Local Rabbi Says Passover Has More Somber Tone This Year

April 22nd, 2024 | holiday

Passover will begin Monday at sundown.   Rabbi Alfred Benjamin, of Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills in Milton, tells WATD News that there can be some variations in how the Seder dinner is observed, especially this year.   Passover ends at sundown on Tuesday, April 30.

A Look At The History Behind Patriots’ Day

April 15th, 2024 | holiday

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Dan McCready about the history behind the Patriots’ Day Holiday.

History Of April Fools Day

April 1st, 2024 | holiday

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian of the Massachusetts Historical Society, speaks with WATD’s Christine James about the history behind April Fools’ Day.

National Poetry At Work Day

January 9th, 2024 | holiday

Dan McCready observes National Poetry At Work Day. Camera Operator: John Shea Edited By: Dan McCready Music: The Bard of Armagh (Universal Production Music.)

A Look At The Historic Opposition To Christmas

December 22nd, 2023 | holiday

Peter Drummey, Chief Historian & Stephen T. Riley Librarian for the Massachusetts Historical Society, discusses how Christmas came to be famously banned in Boston.  

Quincy Holds Menorah Lighting At Hancock-Adams Common

December 8th, 2023 | holiday

Quincy observed the first night of Chanukah with a Menorah lighting Thursday night. Mayor Thomas Koch kicked off the event, at the Hancock-Adams Common by discussing some of his ties to the city’s Jewish community.   During his remarks Rabbi Alfred Benjamin, of Congregation Beth Shalom of the Blue Hills in Milton, said that the […]

Post Thanksgiving Travel Also Expected To Be Busy

November 24th, 2023 | holiday

While there is a great deal of attention given to the busy travel preceding the Thanksgiving Holiday, the trip home can also be a busy one.   AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News there are some things travelers can do to make the trip a little easier.   In a bit of good news […]

Travel Expert Says Thanksgiving Flights Need To Be Booked Soon

November 16th, 2023 | holiday

If you’re planning on flying out this Thanksgiving and you haven’t finalized your travel arrangements, AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News you may want to get on that.   Schieldrop says that there are also other factors to consider as you plan your trip.   AAA is forecasting this year to be the third […]