The Tri-Town League of Women Voters’ annual Candidates’ Night, scheduled for Thursday, April 28 at 7 p.m. in the Music Hall, will be an opportunity to meet all the candidates for contested offices before the town election, May 13 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the VFW Hall.

There are going to be four contested races this year: Selectman, Planning Board, Board of Health and Open Space Acquisition Commission. With the retirement of long-time Selectman Jon Henry, will face two newcomers to the ticket: Planning Board members Steve Gonsalves and Norm Hills.

For one opening on the Board of Heath, incumbent Albin Johnson is trying for another reelection, while Jason Reynolds is entering the field as his challenger.

Two positions are up for grabs this spring on the Planning Board with a field of five contenders. Jerry “Rico” Ferrari will attempt to retain his seat while Steve Kokkins, who lost his seat last year, is hoping to come back onto the board. Jon Henry is also making a bid to serve on the Planning Board, along with newcomers Will Saltonstall and William Do Carmo.

The final contested race is for two seats on the Open Space Acquisition Commission. Incumbents John Rockwell and Randy Parker will run for reelection, and Jerry “Rico” Ferrari is challenging them for a seat on the commission.

Four positions are unopposed: assessor, moderator, and both the Marion and Old Rochester Regional School Committees. Incumbent Brad Eames will seek a new three-year term as an assessor. Jeffrey Dickerson has stepped up to make an unopposed  run for town moderator. Christine Marcolini and Heather Burke will look to retain their positions on the Marion and ORR School Committees.

This annual gathering will offer townspeople a chance to hear presentations, which will include their views on major issues and allow for a question and answer period with the contestants.

Marion voters are encouraged to attend Candidates’ Night in the Music Hall to become informed about the views of the candidates.

Another date to remember is Town Meeting, May 9 at 6:45 p.m. at Sippican School.