Live Country Tunes at Nisby Bandstand Tonight
Abington, MA · August 9, 2026
Settling into a warm August Sunday calls for an evening of live music on the lawn. Plenty to catch across town before the weekend winds down.
The Lead
Mandatory outdoor water restrictions remain in effect across the community following MassDEP's Water Supply Emergency Declaration for the joint regional system. With reservoir levels critically low after an extended dry stretch, local officials are asking all households to eliminate non-essential outdoor water use—including lawn sprinklers, car washing, and filling private pools.
The joint water district relies on local reservoir capacity that drops sharply during peak summer heat. Public works crews are closely monitoring system pressure and tank levels while coordinating with state officials on potential supply adjustments. Town leaders emphasize that residential indoor conservation measures, such as running full washing loads and fixing household leaks, will help maintain sufficient reserves for essential drinking and fire suppression needs. Enforcement patrols are active across residential neighborhoods.
Local Pulse
Trash Advisory Committee Seeking Volunteers The Select Board is recruiting four at-large resident volunteers to serve on the town's new trash advisory body.
Arnold Park Overhaul Nears Final Completion Crews are finishing site details on new street hockey and basketball courts ahead of fall youth leagues.
Select Board Accepts Historic Declaration Replica Local officials formally received a parchment replica of the Declaration of Independence for display at town hall.
Today's Outlook
- High 89°F · Low 71°F — Mainly clear
- Expect a warm, sunny Sunday perfect for evening outdoor plans before temperatures drop overnight.
What's On Around Town
Brockton: Brockton Rox Baseball Campanelli Stadium (1 Lexington Ave), 3:30 PM Short drive for Sunday afternoon local baseball action against the Florence Y'alls.
Country Wild Heart Concert Catherine and Joseph Nisby Bandstand (699 Gliniewicz Way), 6:00–8:00 PM Free live country hits and classic sing-alongs under the evening sky.
Kristen Merlin Live The Cellar Tavern (221 North Ave), 6:00 PM Acoustic country performance in an intimate neighborhood tavern setting.
Spotlight & Story
- Bob Pratt
- U.S. Navy veteran Bob Pratt continues his dedicated service close to home as a frontline volunteer with Abington Veterans' Services. A Vietnam-era veteran, Pratt helps local service members navigate benefits, emergency assistance, and local resources, ensuring no resident veteran is left behind.
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