Arts | Sippican

header_bg

Visit our partners:

Arts

Marion Art Center all wrapped up in new exhibit

Matt Moyer Bell, Massachusetts Design, Art, and Technology Institute's programs coordinator, installs part of the “Being Seen” display outside the Marion Art Center on Wednesday, Jan. 14. Photos by Grace Roche

MARION — While there is always an abundance of art inside the Marion Art Center, a traveling exhibit is bringing a unique exhibit to its exterior. A rainbow of decorated,…

A show to re-member: Members of the Marion Art Center display their artistry

Laura Bedard stands in front of her watercolor octopus at the Marion Art Center Member's Show. Photos by Mari Huglin

MARION — The walls of the Marion Art Center were adorned with paintings, photographs and even quilts giving artists a chance to showcase their skills at the debut for a new gallery show that will last through the…

Most Popular

Plumb Library club knits community together

none

ROCHESTER — The Joseph Plumb Library is full of artists, needles and cozy drinks when the knitting group holds its weekly meeting. Every Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., area knitters and fiber artists gather to work on projects and socialize. Gail...

Marion photographer finds ‘The Way Home’ in new book

A photograph titled "Morning Practice" shows Tabor Academy rowers setting up for a morning practice. Photos by Tianxu Zhou

MARION — From the still moonlit shores of Sippican Harbor to the quiet boats at rest in the water, Marion resident Tianxu Zhou has captured the spirit of the town’s quiet moments in his new photography book “The Way Home.” “Every corner you turn...

From the courthouse to the comedy clubs: A Mattapoisett man discovers his stand-up stride

Mattapoisett resident Ed Doherty takes on a career in stand-up comedy. Source: Ed Doherty

MATTAPOISETT — After 37 years of service in the Massachusetts court system, Mattapoisett resident Ed Doherty has retired from the law and is moving onto laughs. The 71-year-old former Clerk-Magistrate of the Wrentham District Court is taking his...

Greetings! New holiday play to open at the Marion Art Center

Frank Mitchell Scanzilla (left) plays Phil Gorski, Andy's father. Andy is played by Arturo Ferreiro (right). Photos by Mari Huglin

MARION — Hectic holiday households are reflected on stage at the Marion Art Center’s new play. “Greetings!” will run at the MAC from Thursday, Dec. 11 to Sunday, Dec. 14 with a 7:30 p.m. show each day, and an additional 2 p.m matinee Sunday....

Sippican Choral Society to sing a snowy song

The choir warms up their vocals before heading into a song.

MARION — Audiences can wander through winter wonderlands with the Sippican Choral Society at the group's winter show as it closes out its 60th anniversary celebration. This annual holiday concert, to be held Sunday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. will include...

Good things come in small packages at the Marion Art Center holiday gift gallery

A suncatcher dangles in the window.

MARION — The Marion Art Center hosted a new gallery opening with a twist: Guests can take art right off the wall and bring it straight home after buying it. Saturday, Nov. 22, the Marion Art Center opened a new exhibit featuring small works of art,...

‘Awesome Autumn’ spotlights stories and seasons

Storyteller Jackson Gillman performs in Mattapoisett. Photos by Grace Ann Natanawan

MATTAPOISETT — Beneath the golden autumn leaves, acclaimed storyteller Jackson Gillman warmed the hearts of children and adults with his immersive storytelling at the Oliver Wendell Holmes barn foundation in Mattapoisett. Gillman celebrated the...

Marion native to perform with Airmen of Note

Master Sergeant Kristian Baarsvik of Marion. Source: Philip Sanborn

NEW BEDFORD — Marion native and professional saxophonist Master Sergeant Kristian Baarsvik will perform with the reputable U.S. Military band Airmen of Note on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m at New Bedford High School. Sergeant Baarsvik grew up in...

Whodunit? A murder mystery at Old Rochester

Tenley Lane, Gianna Anunziato, Amanda Tomasso and Lincoln Fauteaux are shocked at what they find on stage. Photos by Mari Huglin

MATTAPOISETT — Grab your Sherlock caps and magnifying glass to solve the crime within a crime at the new Old Rochester Regional High School fall comedy play. Running over the weekend of Nov. 20 to Nov. 23, this play within a play will explore who...

An artsy affair at the Mattapoisett Museum Craft Fair

Artists filled the Mattapoisett Museums with crafts and goods to share. Photos by Mari Huglin

MATTAPOISETT — Crafters and shoppers came from across the Tri-town to check out the annual Mattapoisett Museum Craft fair, which hosted approximately 20 vendors selling handmade, unique items from jewelry, to blankets, to walking sticks. On...

‘Tis the season to see the Tri-County Symphonic Band

The Sippican School Choir rehearses with the Tri-County Symphonic Band in 2023. Photo by Sawyer Smook-Pollitt

MARION — Family-friendly fun, festive music and free admission are just a few things to look forward to at the Annual Children’s Christmas Concert at Sippican School — featuring the Tri-County Symphonic Band. On Sunday, Dec. 14 at 1:30 p.m., the...

Flying the flag: Marion artist proposes nautical art display along Front Street

A design draft for Mike Malone's proposed art installation. Source: Mike Malone

MARION — While jogging through Marion, designer and artist Mike Malone was inspired to create a nautical art display that represents the maritime history of the town. “I was jogging through the village and I was like, ‘We should do something that’s...

The ‘Proof’ is in the players: new play opens at the Marion Art Center

Rick Sherburne (right) directs Oliver Asker who plays Hal in "Proof". Photos by Mari Huglin

MARION — “I just found that the whole thing was just so human, so touching,” said Marion resident Pippa Asker who attended a dress rehearsal of the Marion Art Center’s new play, “Proof”. Directed by Rick Sherburne of Sandwich, “Proof” is a play...

Raising spirits for charity, Mattapoisett actor enters Face of Halloween competition

MATTAPOISETT — As a child, Dave Allen, a Mattapoisett actor, spent lots of time in hospitals diagnosed with two severe illnesses — Tourette's syndrome and Type 1 Diabetes. In kindergarten, he found his passion on the stage of a school play. “The...

Masterpieces in progress: South Coast artists flock to YArt Sale

MARION — Bundles of yarn, oil paint, easels and more were stacked upon tables outside the Marion Art Center on Saturday, Sept. 20, as artists and craft enthusiasts gathered at the second annual YArt Sale to purchase secondhand supplies. South Coast...

Marion Art Center to showcase works of Margaret Bruzelius and Nanci Worthington

MARION — Artists Margaret Bruzelius and Nanci Worthington will be featured in a new multimedia exhibition at the Marion Art Center, opening on Saturday, Oct. 11. Bruzelius previously worked in the fashion business as a designer for hand knits for...

The pitter patter of not so little feet

MARION — Rhythmic tapping echoed around the First Congregational Community Center on the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 19 as dance students ran through a routine they had slowly been building on for weeks. “We work on one routine for two or three weeks...

An Irving Berlin revue sets the stage for musical merriment in Marion

MARION — From rag time romps to broadway classics, seven performers and two pianists are bringing the music of composer Irving Berlin to life in downtown Marion for a weekend of benefit shows. Taking place at The First Congregational Church of...

Annual Jazz Jam fosters bonds, honors storytelling

MARION — The Marion Art Center’s Jazz Jam concert replicates historical American jazz sessions, introducing a style of rapid improvisation to theTri-town, according to Phil Sanborn, the event organizer and music director of the Tri-County Symphonic...

Join the Marion Art Center for Half Day Camps this fall

MARION — The Marion Art Center is offering three Early Dismissal Half Day Camps for ages 6 to 12. Join the Marion Art Center for an afternoon packed with artistic adventures where kids will dive into the world of mixed media art, using different...

Art + Play to return with more creative fun

MARION — Instructor Aylin Cetik brings Art + Play back to the Marion Art Center, for ages 2 to 5 years old. Art + Play allows children to practice process art, which is a playful and explorative approach to creating. Classes are Wednesdays from...

Kids invited to pull back the curtain at youth theater program

MARION - The Marion Art Center is pleased to announce a new after school program for children from ages 10 to 15. Young actors will explore multiple facets of theater craft both on stage and behind the scenes. Activities may include acting,...

Join the Sippican Choral Society for tidings of joy

MARION — Take a step into winter with the Sippican Choral Society as the group begins rehearsing for its winter concert, “A Winter Wonderland.” New members are always welcome, with no audition required to join. Rehearsals will begin at 7 p.m. on...

Sing in harmony with the children’s chorus

MARION — The South Coast Children’s Chorus is welcoming new singers for the upcoming season, which begins on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The chorus’ mission is to provide a joyful, educational choral experience for young singers and help them develop...

Summer sketches: Artists come out for annual show

MARION — Clouds made from paper towels and boat sails made from pages out of a dictionary. A box of Dunkin’ Donuts with watercolor listed as the only ingredient. A carved sculpture of a bird perched on a tree stump. All this and more can be seen at...

Concert band set to make a splash

MARION — Take a splash with the Marion Concert Band as its next Friday evening concert explores the sea. The program includes the following songs: Hands Across the Sea - J. P. Sousa Parade of the Tall Ships - J. Chattaway Fantasy on American Sailing...

In the loop: Musician becomes a one-man band

MATTAPOISETT — Piano keyboard? Check. Bass guitar? Check. Harmonica? Check. Someone to play each instrument? Sort of. When Mattapoisett musician Eric Beauregard steps on stage, he is a one-man act of a multi-instrument performance, and it is through...

Art supplies and more for sale at second annual Yart Sale

MARION — Look no further than the Marion Art Center’s second annual Yart Sale for lightly used art supplies, equipment, books and more. All items will be for sale by local artists on Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Marion Art Center at 80 Pleasant Street...