Happenings

Come Sing with Sippican Choral Society!

MARION — Preparation is underway for the Sippican Choral Society's spring concert, with rehearsals beginning next week. Singers are asked to come early to the Jan. 12 meeting to register and pick up materials. The doors to Wickenden Chapel at 86...

Marion town government closures and Christmas tree disposal

MARION — The Marion Town House Annex will be closed at noon on Wednesday, Dec. 31, and Thursday, Jan. 1. The Water, Sewer and Highway Departments, including the Administrative Office, will close at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 and Thursday, Jan....

Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee to hold running for office forum

MATTAPOISETT — Anyone looking to become an elected official is invited to the Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee’s annual “So you want to run for public office” speaker forum. The event will take place Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the...

This week’s events at the Mattapoisett Library

MATTAPOISETT —All events and programs at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow St., are free and open to everyone. For more information, visit mattapoisettlibrary.org or call 508-758-4171. Game lounge. Teens aged 14-17 are...

Governor candidate to speak at Rochester Republican Town Committee

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Republican Town Committee will welcome a gubernatorial candidate at its next meeting. Michael Minogue, a West Point graduate, veteran and former CEO, will speak at the Monday, Jan. 12 meeting. It will be held at 6:30 p.m....

Rochester Christmas tree pick-up

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Highway Department will be traveling around town on Thursday, Jan. 16 to collect Christmas trees. Place any trees needing to be disposed curbside by the morning of Jan.16. All decorations, lights, tinsel and bags must be...

January events at Elizabeth Taber library

MARION — Multiple events and book clubs are taking place this winter at the Elizabeth Taber Library. The library is located at 8 Spring St. Registration is required for some events. Banned Book Club. The Banned Book Club will be discussing John...

Closures and New Years celebrations at the Elizabeth Taber Library

MARION — The library will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas day. The library will reopen Saturday, Dec. 27. The library will be closing at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31. Ring in the New Year at the library’s Noon Year’s Eve Party. Kids of all...

Advent Christian Campground may be eligible for preservation

Camp Marion in 1920. Source: Tremont Advent Camp

MARION — The Tremont Advent Camp Meeting property on Oakdale Avenue was recently determined eligible to be listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Massachusetts Historical Commission made the preliminary approval following a...

Open Table returns at Mattapoisett Congregational Church

MATTAPOISETT — Community members can once again come to the Mattapoisett Congregational Church for a monthly free meal. Open Table, the free dinner event, returns to the church with 3 meals planned for Jan. 9, Feb. 27 and Mar. 13., weather...

Accessory Dwelling Unit presentations at the Marion Council on Aging

MARION — The Marion Council on Aging will hold an informational session about accessory dwelling units Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 5:30 p.m. The Marion Council on Aging is located at 465 Mill St. Buz Artiano, CEO of construction company Buildx, and Bob...

Upcoming events in the children's department at the Mattapoisett Library

MATTAPOISETT — Join in fun for kids at the Mattapoisett library through the end of December. To register for events or for more information, visit mattapoisettlibrary.org, or call the library at 508-758-4171. From now until the end of January, the...

Christmas day swim to benefit Helping Hands and Hooves

Swimmers run into the water on Christmas Day during the 20th annual Helping Hands and Hooves Polar Plunge. Photo by Sawyer Smook-Pollitt

MATTAPOISETT — Take a plunge with Helping Hands and Hooves for a tradition helping those in need. The organization will host its 22nd annual Christmas Day Swim at 11 a.m. at Mattapoisett Town Beach. Each swimmer is asked to donate $20, payable on...

Entries open for Marion Art Center winter show

MARION — The Marion Art Center is now accepting entries for its Winter Members’ Show. The show opens Jan. 10 with a reception from 3 to 5 p.m. and runs through Feb. 6. All members may enter a piece. Works must be original, must be made by the...

Santa is coming to town for Marion parade

Santa Clause waves at the 2024 Christmas parade. Photo by Brendan Cassidy

MARION — Santa is coming to town for Marion’s yearly parade to visit all the good boys and girls of the town. The parade will be held Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. beginning from Jenna Drive. It will end at the Marion Fire and Emergency Medical Services...

Mattapoisett Holiday in the Park

MATTAPOISETT — Join the town of Mattapoisett for a holiday celebration in Shipyard Park from 3-5 p.m. on Dec. 13. Shipyard Park is located at 12 Water St. Mr. and Mrs. Clause, Rudolph, Frosty the snowman and elves will attend the annual Christmas...

Marion Council on Aging to hold wand-erful show

MARION — A spellbinding performance is coming to the Marion Council on Aging on Friday. Magician and juggler Robert Clarke will perform at the COA Dec. 12 at 1 p.m. His routine will include comedy, magic and mentalism with audience participation...

State Rep. Mark Sylvia to present at final Democratic Town Committee meeting of the year

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will hold its December meeting Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the downstairs public meeting room of the Mattapoisett Free Public Library located at 7 Barstow St. State Rep.Mark Sylvia,...

Snow place like the Plumb library

ROCHESTER — Join the Plumb Library for a fundraiser and other meetings coming in December. Holiday fundraiser. The library is hosting a fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 for the Friends of Plumb Library. The library will be...

Marion Art Center to host auditions and events in December

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

MARION — Join the Marion Art Center for a selection of events and auditions. Auditions. The Marion Art Center is holding auditions for “The 39 Steps”, a comedy adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan. The play will be directed by...

Mattapoisett teens request warm weather donations for veterans

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Free Public Library's Teen Advisory Board requests donations of new hats, gloves and scarves through Jan. 11. The board is partnering with The Veterans Transition House in New Bedford to winter wear for veterans....

Jingle bell rock on with Tinkhamptown Chapel’s Christmas sing-a-long

MATTAPOISETT — The annual Tinkhamtown Chapel Christmas Sing-along will take place on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 5 p.m. at the chapel on the corner of Acushnet Road and Tinkham Lane. Join friends and neighbors to sing old favorites under the light of...

Elizabeth Taber Library to cook up holiday event

MARION — Join the Elizabeth Taber library’s cooking club for a new cooking event this December. The group will hold its Holiday Spectacular Friday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. Chef Jeni Wheeler will share her holiday tips and tricks for hosting family and...

Holiday Boutique to blossom in Marion

Member of the Marion Garden Group makes a wreath. Source: Marion Garden Group

MARION — The Marion Garden Group will hold its annual Holiday Boutique Saturday, Dec. 13 at 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. An assortment of wreaths, garlands, table decorations and hand-made ornaments will be arranged in the Marion Music Hall, located at 164...

Tri-County Symphonic Band to drum up Christmas tunes

The Tri-county band warms up. Source: Phillip Sanborn

MARION — The Tri-County Symphonic Band, under the direction of Philip Sanborn, will celebrate the holiday season with its Annual Children’s Christmas Concert. The concert is on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the Sippican School in the...

See the sea with the Sippican Women’s Club raffle

MARION — The Sippican Woman’s Club is offering a chance to win an overnight stay in Plymouth through its “Holiday by the Sea” raffle. Tickets are on sale now through Sunday, Dec. 14 for $10 each. The winner will receive hotel accommodations at...

Marion gathers resident input for on-street electric vehicle charging stations

MARION — Town officials are partnering with state and private agencies to conduct a study about on-street parking and charging stations for electric vehicles. The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, the state’s clean energy economic development...

Donate metal wheelchair ramps

The Buzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity is seeking metal wheelchair ramp donations in support of their Ramp Donation Program. The Ramp Donation Program was launched in 2024 to give low income homeowners the accessibility they need to be safe in...

Orange you glad it’s hunting season

Group of hikers and their dog wear orange during hunting seaso. File photo

MATTAPOISETT — Shotgun hunting season began at the start of the month, and hunters are urged to take safety precautions. The season opened Dec. 1 and will run until Dec. 13. Licensed hunters may use Mattapoisett Land Trust lands and trails during...

December to remember at Rochester Historical Museum

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Historical Society will hold two events this December to celebrate the holidays. The society will be at the Plumb Library Holiday Fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be selling Rochester...

Crafts and book clubs at Mattapoisett Library December Children's Events

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Library, at 7 Barstow St., has upcoming events for children and families this December. Food drive continues. Due to the successful November food drive, the Mattapoisett Library will continue collecting donations...

Rochester Republican town committee to discuss Old Colony vote

ROCHESTER — The Rochester Republican Town Committee will discuss the Old Colony vote results at its next meeting. The group will hold its Monday, Dec. 8 meeting at the Ponderosa Sportsman’s Club at 6:30 p.m. The club is located at 242 Robinson...

Winter Wonder: Old Rochester Regional Winter Concerts

MATTAPOISETT — Celebrate the winter season with two school concerts performed by Old Rochester Regional students. The concerts will showcase the acapella, chorus and concert bands. The Old Rochester Regional High School Winter Concert will be...

Closures and upcoming storytimes at Elizabeth Taber Library

MARION — Join the Elizabeth Taber Library for multiple events this December. For more information on the Elizabeth Taber Library, visit www.ElizabethTaberLibrary.org or email the library at ETLibrary@sailsinc.org. The library is located at 8 Spring...

Ho-ho-holiday fun at Plumb Library December events

ROCHESTER — The Plumb Library is hosting events and fundraisers throughout the month of December. More information and links for registration can be found on the library Events Calendar at www.plumblibrary.com. To stay updated on library...

Wreath havoc with holiday cheer at Rochester sale

ROCHESTER — The ladies of the Rochester Women's Club will be having their annual Scholarship Holiday wreath sale on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The club house is located at 37 Marion Road on Route 105 in Rochester. Hand crafted wreaths...

Hark! North Rochester Congregational Church Lessons & Carols

ROCHESTER — The North Rochester Congregational Church will be having its Lessons and Carols service on Sunday, Dec. 21 at 6 p.m. The church is located at 247 North Avenue. Paul Sardinha, their longtime organist, will provide the music. Food and...

Magic in every corner at Sippican Women’s House Tour

MARION — The Sippican Woman’s Club Presents the 35th Annual “Holiday By The Sea” House Tour Saturday, Dec. 13. The Woman’s Club invites the community to celebrate the magic of the season at the 35th Annual Holiday By The Sea House Tour on Saturday,...

Be Seen, Be Safe: High Visibility vests available for Marion residents

MARION — Free high visibility vests will be available from the Town of Marion. Vests are available for children and adults. First come first serve with proof of Marion residence. Bicyclists, pedestrians and pets are most at risk of vehicle...

Mattapoisett Lion’s Club to host Food Drive

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Lions Club will be hosting a food and toy drive Saturday, Dec. 13 in front of Ying Dynasty from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Shipyard Park during the town tree lighting event. Monetary...

South Coast Children’s Chorus Winter Concert returns

MARION — The “Hear Our Voice” Concert will be presented at Wickenden Chapel on Saturday Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. This special concert is a collaboration between the South Coast Children’s Chorus, St. Gabriel’s Choir and Tabor Madrigal Singers. “Hear Our...

Green but not a Grinch: Mattapoisett Women’s Club holiday greens sale

MARION — The sixth Annual Mattapoisett Woman’s Club Holiday Greens Sale will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6th at the “What the Taco” porch and parking lot on route 6 in Mattapoisett, The event will be from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. or until items are sold...

Tea time: Ladies Christmas tea

ROCHESTER — THe First Congregational Church of Rochester will host a Simple Ladies Christmas Tea on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Located at 11 Constitution Way ladies are invited to discover that the true Christmas spirit is found in God's...

Christmas comes to Church Street

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s annual Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Reynard Hall located at 27 Church Street. This year’s event will include homemade frozen foods, baked treats,...

Buoy Tree Lighting at Mattapoisett YMCA

The Mattapoisett YMCA held a buoy tree lighting Thursday, Dec. 12. Source: Mattapoisett YMCA

MATTAPOISETT — Join the Mattapoisett YMCA for the Annual Buoy Tree Lighting with holiday crafts, photos with Santa, face painting, a beach bonfire and more. The event will take place on Dec. 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the YMCA located at 38...

Christmas By the Sea Bazaar: St. Anthony and St. Rita Parish

MATTAPOISETT — Come and join St. Anthony and St. Rita parishes for a bazaar. Unique Christmas gifts and handcrafted items from local vendors will be available. The event will take place Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and it will be located...

Deck the halls with Rochester Tree Lighting Ceremony

ROCHESTER — Join the Town of Rochester for the annual Tree Lighting Event at Rochester Town Hall on Sunday, Nov. 30. Festivities begin at 3:30 p.m., with the tree lighting to follow once it gets dark. A special guest will be joining the festivities...

Feel stuffed at holiday luncheon and cookie sale

MARION — The First Congregational Church of Marion is hosting its annual Holiday Luncheon to coincide with the Sippican Women’s Club Holiday House Tour. The luncheon will take place on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m and tickets cost...

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...

Tri-town football, boys soccer push forward in playoffs

Old Rochester Regional High School and Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School varsity teams qualified and continue to compete in the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association’s boys football and soccer teams are left in the...