2024 Upcoming Events
Gospel Night at the Meeting House
Saturday, April 20th, 7:00 pm
Just in time to welcome the promise of Spring and renewal theShirley Meeting House welcomes a group of musicians from local towns and churches who will share songs from the Gospel tradition. Soloists and small groups will provide an inspiring array of well-known and loved favorites, as well as some more obscure and even a few original tunes, to lift and glorify The Spirit.
Sharing their gift of song will be Gus Angulo, Greg Balligan, Bernard Crane, Marie Donatelli, Roy Ellis, Emilie Faucher, Lou Garofalo, Holly Haase, Marge Halloran, Doris Huxley, singer/songwriter Dawn Kenney, Victoria Landry, Jodie Rachmann/aka “Ukelele J” and pianist, Timothy Flores. The audience will often be encouraged to participate to fill the beautiful venue with a joyful noise! Please join us! Suggested Donation: $10.00
Private Rental
Saturday, May 11th, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Ensemble Lyrae – Still We Rise: Changing HERstory
Saturday, May 18th, 7:00 pm
Still We Rise explores the theme of women throughout history who have persisted in the face of obstacles and honors those who have spoken out, risen up, fought for what is right, and paved the way for others by changing the course of history. Musical works include the stories and/or words of women such as Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, Malala Yousafzai, Abigail Adams, Louisa May Alcott, Anne Frank, among many others. Originally slated for performance in Spring of 2020, the premiere of Still We Rise: Changing HERstory was formed around the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. Ensemble Lyrae is thrilled to finally be able to bring the profound words and stories of these trailblazing women to audiences!Inspired by the natural beauty and brilliance of the constellation Lyra, Ensemble Lyrae brings together four uniquely and highly talented musicians. While each shines as a soloist, together, these women form deep connections in performing quartets and trios. Suggested Donation: $15.00
Piano Recital
Sunday, May 19th, 1:00 pm
Students of Timothy Flores
Creeque Alley – American Folk Music & Folk-Rock of the 1960s
Saturday, June 8th, 7:00 pm
Creeque Alley is an acoustic duo featuring Dan Kirouac and Sean Fullerton. Their music program pays tribute to traditional American Folk music and “Feel Good” Folk Rock and pop hits from 1962-1969.Suggestion Donation: $15.00
Music on the Porch at the Meeting House
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Sunday, June 23rd, 1:00 pm – The Jazz Depot
Sunday, July 21st, 1:00 pm – Jodie Rachman “Ukelele J”
Sunday, August 18th, 1:00 pm – Santino Proietti
Sunday, September 8th, 1:00 pm – Fran LaMalva
Bring a chair and a picnic to the Common in front of the Meeting House porch and enjoy a little music while you relax – rain or shine. Music on the Porch programs are free of charge but we welcome and appreciate donations for the Shirley Meeting House.
Portrait of a Song II
Saturday, September 21st, 7:00 pm
A program of performing and visual arts.
Pumpkin Fest
Saturday, October 12th, 4:00 pm
Shirley Film Fest
Saturday, November 2nd, 11:00 am-6:00 pm
Candlelight Vespers
Sunday, December 8th, 6:30 pm
The Shirley Meeting House programs are sponsored in part by a grant from the Shirley Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
The Shirley Meeting House continues to be committed to the health and safety of our audience and artists. Therefore, we will be following all guidelines put forth by the health department and the CDC. At this time we recommend the wearing of masks for events inside the Meeting House. This may change from program to program so please check back. Thank you for your cooperation!