Happenings

Happenings

Make a snowman from a sock at Mattapoisett Library

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Free Public Library’s monthly craft workshop for children has a wintry theme in January. At the workshop Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m., participants will create no-sew sock snowmen. The craft “is a delightful...

More than 300 students named to Old Rochester first term honor roll for 2024-25

MATTAPOISETT — At Old Rochester Regional High School, 310 students were named to the honor roll for the first term of 2024-25. See the list below: Penelope Angeley 9 Highest Honors Nathanael Bushnell 9 Highest Honors Delaney Chase 12 Highest Honors...

Mattapoisett Council on Aging hosting breakfast for veterans

MATTAPOISETT — The Mattapoisett Council on Aging is hosting a free breakfast for Mattapoisett residents who served in the armed forces and their spouse or significant other Thursday, Jan. 23 at 8 a.m. Meet veterans agent Chris Gerrior and the...

Learn to turn damaged textiles into art with Mattapoisett Library mending class

MATTAPOISETT — Learn how to use embroidery, patching and darning techniques to turn damaged clothes and textiles into unique works of art with a visible mending workshop Saturday. Jan 18 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Mattapoisett Free Public...

Marion Council on Aging to end year with ‘60s celebration

MARION — The Marion Council on Aging will be holding a New Year’s celebration Monday, Dec. 30 at 1 p.m. That 60’s Band will be performing music from the era — like the Monkees, Beatles, Turtles, Rolling Stones, CCR and more.

Marion Council on Aging holding several events to begin 2025

MARION — The Marion Council on Aging is offering several events throughout the month of January. On Thursday, Jan. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the “Busted Canvas Art Project” will be held. Participants will be able to transform two plain canvases,...

Grief Share meeting to be held in Mattapoisett

MATTAPOISETT — The Lamb of God Christian Church of Mattapoisett will be holding a no-cost Grief Share group meeting at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library lower meeting room on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting is open to all who have had...

With new plaque, Rochester town pound is ‘concrete reminder’ of past

ROCHESTER — A plaque was recently placed at the “Town Pound” on Snipatuit Road in Rochester by Rochester Historical Commission member George Owen. The commission began the historic plaque program as a way to enhance knowledge of the town’s history,...

Wear an ugly sweater to Taber Library party

MARION — A young adult afterschool holiday celebration at Elizabeth Taber Library will also feature a fashion contest of sorts Thursday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m. The party — an ugly sweater party — will have hot chocolate and holiday crafts. And, there...

Celebrate the shortest day of the year at Taber Library

MARION — Celebrate the shortest day of the year Saturday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. at Elizabeth Taber Library. During the “Solstice Storytime,” participants will learn why cultures around the world celebrate the winter solstice and will make crafts to...

Read stories in pajamas at Taber Library

MARION — Elizabeth Taber Library will be holding a pajama story time Thursday, Dec. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Join children’s librarian Macy Davis to sing songs, read stories and get cozy together. The program is for all ages, and participants are invited to...

Ring in the new year at noon with Elizabeth Taber Library

MARION — The Elizabeth Taber Library is inviting kids who may not be able to stay up until midnight on New Year’s Eve to join the library earlier in the day. From 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, the library will be ringing in the new year...

Two Old Rochester students recognized by National Merit Scholarship Program

MATTAPOISETT — A pair of Old Rochester Regional High School students were named “Commended Students” in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program, Principal Michael Devoll announced Monday, Dec. 16. Xavier Pateakos and Dillon Furtado were named...

North Rochester Congregational Church no longer accepting donations

ROCHESTER — The North Rochester Congregational Church announced Monday, Dec. 16 it is no longer accepting donations of cans and other items. There will be notification if there’s a change in the future. “Thank you all for your donations over the...

‘Drawn to Nature’ exhibit to open at Mattapoisett Library in January

MATTAPOISETT — As part of its artist series, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library is presenting a collage exhibit by Helen Lozoraitis called "Drawn to Nature," which runs from Thursday, Jan. 2 to Tuesday, Jan. 31. A longtime nature observer,...

Two Marion students inducted to Upper Cape Tech chapter of National Honor Society

BOURNE — Two Marion students were inducted into Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School’s chapter of the National Honor Society on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Seniors Haley Lawrence (Veterinary Science) and Shaun Miranda (Horticulture), both of Marion, were...

Swim in sea on Christmas, support Mattapoisett nonprofit

MATTAPOISETT — Helping Hands and Hooves will host the 20th annual Christmas Day Swim at 11 a.m. at Mattapoisett Town Beach. “Please join us for a fun family tradition that helps those in need,” a press release said. Each swimmer is asked to donate $...

Calling all artwork for winter member show at Marion Art Center

MARION — The Marion Art Center announced a call for works for its Winter Members’ Show opening Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025 with a reception from 3 to 5 p.m. The show runs through Feb. 14, 2025. All members may enter up to two pieces each. Works must be...

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