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Rochester Republican Town Committee to hold meeting
The Rochester Republican Town Committee will meet Wednesday, April 3. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the North Rochester Congregational Church, 247 North Ave. All are welcome to attend.
Mattapoisett Republican Committee hosting night to meet town election candidates
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Republican Town Committee is holding a “Meet the Candidates Night” Thursday, April 18 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Candidates for the Mattapoisett election on May 21 will share their qualifications and reasons for seeking...
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Celebrate spring with a Friends of Mattapoisett COA bake sale
MATTAPOISETT — Bring in the beginning of spring with pies and other baked goods. The Friends of the Mattapoisett Council on Aging are having a “Spring Pie & Bake Sale” Saturday, March 30 at the Knights of Columbus hall. The bake sale runs from 9...
First Congregational Church of Marion to hold worships, special events during Easter week
MARION — The First Congregational Church of Marion is holding several worships and special events during Easter week. Maundy Thursday Service of Tenebrae will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 28. On Good Friday, the sanctuary will be open from 12 to 3 p...
View images of Antarctica captured by a Mattapoisett resident at library exhibit
MATTAPOISETT — Spend a spring day by immersing in images of the planet’s coldest, driest and windiest continent. Beginning April 2, visit the Mattapoisett Free Public Library to view “An Antarctic Adventure: a photographic essay of the incredible...
Tie things together with a decorative bow workshop at Plumb Library
ROCHESTER — Learn a new skill to add to your crafting toolbox at a Plumb Library workshop. The “Making Bows with Bunny” workshop will be held Thursday, April 4 at 6:30 p.m. The free class will teach participants how to tie decorative bows for floral...
Hunt for easter eggs with the Old Colony Theater Company
Join the Old Colony Theater Company for its first ever easter egg hunt Sunday, March 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School. The hunt will be divided into age groups, and pictures with the easter bunny will be...
Rochester Historical Society to resume meetings
ROCHESTER — The Rochester Historical Society will meet on Wednesday, April 17 at 7 p.m. Russ and Wendy Keeler will be discussing the many trails owned by the Rochester Land Trust as well as recent acquisitions. Refreshments will be provided after...
Get in the water for the Buzzards Bay Swim
Registration is now open for the Buzzards Bay Swim, a fundraiser put on annually by the Buzzards Bay Coalition. On Saturday, June 22, swim a 1.2 mile open water course that starts in New Bedford and finishes in Fairhaven. Swimmers will be treated to...
Amphibian study to be presented in Marion
MARION — Scott Smyers, Senior Scientist with Oxbow Associates, will be presenting a study of Wood Frog populations in high elevations in the White Mountains of New Hampshire on Friday, April 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Marion Natural History...
‘The Butterfly Man’ to present in Marion
MARION — On Wednesday, March 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., a program titled “Inviting pollinators in your yard” at the Marion Natural History Museum will inform attendees about gardening and local animals that interact with native plants. The event...
Take a look at native birds
MARION — Join the Marion Natural History Museum and the Nasketucket Bird Club for a spring bird walk on Wednesday, April 10 from 8 to 9 a.m. The event will teach guests about birding and the birds native to the area. Attendees will be able to see...
Diamondback terrapin subject of Marion Natural History Museum presentation
MARION — At the Marion Natural History Museum, an afterschool group learned about efforts made to protect the endangered diamondback terrapin. On Wednesday, Feb. 28, Debra Ewing presented photos of a “terrapin garden” she helped to create in Marion...
Challenge friends, neighbors in battle of wits at Lizzy T Trivia Bee
MARION — Assemble a team and challenge friends and neighbors in a battle of wits at the third annual “Lizzy T Trivia Bee,” Friday April 5 at 7 p.m. at the Marion Music Hall. Teams are limited to five to six people. Registration is $200. A silent...
Plymouth County Sheriff to speak at Mattapoisett Republican Party meeting
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Republican Party will be joined by guest speaker Plymouth County Sheriff Joseph D. McDonald Jr. at its next monthly meeting. The meeting —at which attendees can discuss local initiative, support candidates and share...
Learn about property taxes and affordable housing at Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee speaker’s forum
MATTAPOISETT — In another iteration of its speaker’s forum series, the Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will hold a conversation regarding affordable housing, property taxes and ideas for easing the tax burden for town residents. The forum...
Learn a new fiber skill at the Marion Art Center
MARION — For those who have ever wanted to try weaving but were not sure where to begin, a five-week course is coming to the Marion Art Center. Instructed by Lisa Elliott, students in “Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom will learn a new fiber skill and...
Theater company to return to Marion Art Center for improv workshop
MARION — The Watermelon Alligator Theatre Company returns to the Marion Art Center for a new improvisation workshop. On Thursday, March 28 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., highly experienced theater practitioners Garrett Olson and Jess Wilson will conduct the...
Have a chicken dinner at the Marion Social Club
MARION — Winner, winner, chicken dinner. The Marion Social Club will be hosting a chicken dinner Sunday, March 24 at 1 p.m. Barbecued chicken, baked potato, vegetables and dessert will be served for $15. Doors at the Marion Social Club, 44 Pumping...
Hike with your dog through the Old Aucoot woods
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Land Trust is holding a hike for dogs (and their owners are invited too). Outhounds Adventure and Training Academy will lead the free hike through the trust’s Old Aucoot woods Friday, March 22 from 9 to 11 a.m...
ORRJHS drama club to perform a Shakespeare spoof
MATTAPOISETT — The Old Rochester Regional Junior High School will present “Romeo and Winifred” on Saturday, March 16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 17 at 2 p.m. in the school auditorium. The performance is directed by Kate Fishman. “This hilarious...
Holy Week schedule at First Congregational Church of Rochester features multiple services
ROCHESTER — Opportunities abound at First Congregational Church of Rochester during Holy Week. On March 24 at 10 a.m., pastor Rev. Colby Olson will lead “Adoration Leading to Power” on Palm Sunday. Palms will be distributed afterwards. On March 28...
Exciting times at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library’s Young Adult section
MATTAPOISETT — Both exciting programs and news are coming to the Young Adult section of the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. The library announced that Children’s Librarian Amanda Lawrence has decided to transition to Young Adult Librarian...
Fire Chief Andrew Murray to speak at Mattapoisett Woman’s Club
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club will be having an “unusually exciting presentation” during its monthly luncheon meeting. On Thursday, March 14 at 11 a.m. in Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s Reynard Hall, Mattapoisett Fire Chief...
Mattapoisett Lions Club to host Easter egg hunt at Ned’s Point
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Lions Club is once again hosting the annual Easter egg hunt at Ned’s Point Lighthouse. The hunt will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 23. Children will be separated into age groups and should bring their own baskets. The...
Crochet for beginners
MATTAPOISETT — Starting on March 18, the Mattapoisett Museum will host “Crochet for Beginners and Advanced Beginner Students” for six consecutive Monday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. The class will be instructed by Jackie Souza, who has been crocheting...
Learn to paint a Mattapoisett landmark
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Museum is hosting a “Watercolor for beginners” class on Thursday, March 21 at 6 p.m. The class will feature step-by-step instructions from local artist Lana Quann. The subject of the painting will be Ned’s Point...
In-person meetings resume for Marion Garden Group
MARION – It may still be winter, but the Marion Garden Group isn’t idle. In-person meetings of the Marion Garden Group resume in March, and plans are underway for refurbishing town beautification projects, in addition to tree tagging. The group will...
Homeschool Christian cooperative to hold informational sessions
ROCHESTER – A homeschool cooperative for kindergarten through eighth grade opening in September at First Congregational Church of Rochester will hold two informational presentations for families. On Saturday, March 23 and Saturday, April 13 at 10 a...
Roxana Robinson to return to Mattapoisett Library
MATTAPOISETT — Author Roxana Robinson will visit Mattapoisett Public Library on Saturday, March 16 at 2 p.m. to speak about her latest novel, “Leaving”. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library and will feature a reception...
Mattapoisett Land Trust to hold hike through woods for leprechaun gold
MATTAPOISETT – No pots at the end of rainbows necessary; a search for leprechaun gold is coming to Mattapoisett ahead of St. Patrick’s Day. On Friday, March 15, Mattapoisett Land Trust will hold a “Leprechaun Loot Hike” from 3 to 4 p.m. The walk is...
Take a trip to the late 19th century with the Sippican Woman’s Club
MARION — The Sippican Woman’s Club’s meeting on Friday, March 8 will feature a presentation about entertainment of the last 20 years of the 19th century, specifically regarding how families and friends would spend time in parlors of homes together...
Rochester Republican Town Committee to hold March meeting
ROCHESTER – The Rochester Republican Town Committee will meet Wednesday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the North Rochester Congregational Church, 247 North Ave. Non-committee members are welcome to attend.
Rochester Democratic Town Committee to hold caucus
ROCHESTER – The Rochester Democratic Town Committee will hold an election Monday, March 11 at 6 p.m. for delegates to the Democratic State Convention. The election will be at the downstairs community conference room at Plumb Library. Sign-in for the...
Students become owl diet detectives in museum workshop
MARION — It wasn’t a typical Valentine’s Day for students in the Marion Natural History Museum’s afterschool group. Instead of making Valentines cards the group dissected owl pellets during a workshop on Wednesday, Feb. 14. The students located...
Photos capture Tri-Town in the snow
Over the past week, snow blanketed the Tri-Town creating a winter wonderland right here on the South Coast. On Tuesday, Feb. 13, 3.5 inches of snow canceled school and closed town buildings. Then on Saturday, Feb. 17 another short snowfall dusted...
Evangelistic sermon to be held at Mattapoisett Knights of Columbus
MATTAPOISETT — Pastor and evangelist Mathew Vangel of Lamb of God Christian Church will hold a sermon at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25 at the Mattapoisett Knight’s of Columbus, 57 Fairhaven Rd., Mattapoisett. According to Vangel, a Mattapoisett native...
Bring your own book to Mattapoisett Library’s silent book club
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Library’s new “Silent Book Club” isn’t just for introverts — readers can bring their own book to the library’s upstairs reading room on Thursday, Feb. 29 at 3 p.m. to “read together in quiet camaraderie,” according to...
From page to stage: Marion Art Center Playwright Incubator opens applications
MARION — First-time playwrights can have a chance to see their work performed on stage with the Marion Art Center’s Playwrights Incubator Program, which has applications open through Sunday, March 31. According to the Marion Art Center, the...
Applications open for Woman’s Club scholarships
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club is offering three scholarships totaling $6,500 to three Mattapoisett residents this academic year. Two $2,500 scholarships will be offered to male or female high school seniors planning to graduate during...
Create a Sailor’s Valentine at the Mattapoisett Museum
MATTAPOISETT — According to the Mattapoisett Museum, although the exact origins of the Sailor’s Valentines are not clear, documents show that they were given as a token of affection by sailors to their loved ones. Now, learn to make a Sailor’s...
Buzzards Bay Sail & Power Squadron to hold boat safety course, seminars
Buzzards Bay Sail & Power Squadron, a local boating organization part of United States Power Squadron (America’s Boating Club), is offering a boating safety course and a series of seminars. America’s Boating Course begins Feb. 27 and is a NASBLA...
Museum lecture unearths Marion’s Native American history
MARION — The Marion Natural History Museum was packed with guests on Friday, Feb. 9 for a presentation on Native American sites in and around Marion. The presentation was hosted by Public Archaeology Laboratory Principal Investigator Erin Flynn...
Have a hot chocolate hike
MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Land Trust is hosting a Hot Chocolate Hike on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. Join the Mattapoisett Land Trust and embark on a slow and easy hike through the Old Aucoot District Woods. The hike will start at the Oliver...
Have a spot of tea, see ‘Queen Elizabeth’ at Taber Library event
MARION — Join actress Sheryl Faye and the Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library for a showing of the one-woman show “Her Majesty — Queen Elizabeth II” on Sunday, March 24 at the Marion Music Hall, 164 Front St. The performance will be preceded by...
Buzzards Bay Baseball to hold fundraiser
The 12U Buzzards Bay Baseball team is hosting a fundraiser featuring live music, over $4,000 in raffle prizes and a cornhole tournament to raise funds for its upcoming tournament in Cooperstown, NY. Players from the team hail primarily from the...
Mattapoisett Library to host ‘Fine Art and Corporate Design’ exhibit, meet and greet in March
MATTAPOISETT – During March, the exhibit “Fine Art and Corporate Design” by Thomas H. Lynch, national artist and designer, will be available to view at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. There will also be a meet and greet at the library Sunday,...
Learn a facet of Marion history at Tremont Advent Camp presentation
MARION – The Marion Historical Commission and Sippican Historical Society will co-host “The Story of the Tremont Advent CampMeeting” on Thursday, March 21 at the Marion Music Hall. The live presentation will be at 6:30 p.m. and led by historical...
Children’s Art Exhibit opening at Marion Council on Aging
MARION – The Marion Council on Aging will host an opening of the Children’s Art Exhibit Friday, Feb. 23 from 12 to 1 p.m. The exhibit will have drawings from sixth grade students at Sippican Elementary School and ceramic masks created by Old...
‘Sip and stitch’ at Old Rochester Regional High School
MATTAPOISETT — On Tuesday, Feb. 13, a knitting event titled “Sip and Stitch” will be held in the Old Rochester Regional High School library from 5 to 7 p.m. Attendees will knit winter clothing that will be donated to homeless LGBTQ+ teens in New...
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