Sippican Historical Society is delighted to join forces with author Josh Chalmers to remind children that they, too, are history makers who have the power to change the world – and it’s easier than they think! On May 18 at 11:00 am, SHS will host a reading of the popular new children’s book, Change the [...] Read more »
What is a wetland? Is it water? is it land? Learn how to have fun in wetlands and protect them during a family-friendly Bay Adventure in Mattapoisett on May 18. Through hands-on exploration, participants of all ages will discover what makes a wetland and why these habitats are so important. The program will take place [...] Read more »
In the early days of our country’s history, the coastline of our region provided the salt used to preserve beef, fish and other food items. This was especially true during the Revolutionary War, when commerce with England was cut off. Local salt works took the water from our coves and harbors, extracted the impurities and ultimately [...] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Road Race Committee recently met to continue preparations for its 43rd 5-mile run to be held July 4 at 9:00 am. The Race Committee is chaired by Bill Tilden, ORRHS Athletic Director. Since its conception, the Race Committee has given over $120,000 in awards to graduating seniors from ORR High School who have [...] Read more »
Join the Rochester Land Trust and use our trail guides to discover more about nature at our Church’s Field property. Free! Enjoy the spring flowers and match their pictures to their names. See how many trees you can identify by their bark. Try out one or more of our new photo trail guides and get [...] Read more »
Fourteen-year-old ORR eighth-grade student Brooke Sweet will be heading to Washington, D.C. in July to compete for Miss Jr. Teen USA pageant. She recently took the crown on April 14 for the Miss Jr. Teen Massachusetts U.S. title. Read more »
On May 31, the Elizabeth Taber Library will celebrate the career of Head Librarian Judie Kleven. Please come and reminisce with Judie and her staff over the books and stories you shared over nearly three decades at her goodbye party and library open house. Refreshments will be served between 3:00 and 4:00 pm. More information [...] Read more »
Mattapoisett Damien Council No. 4190 Knights of Columbus recently awarded 10 $500 scholarships to deserving area students. Funds for the scholarships were raised from middle school dances held throughout the past school year, as well as other Council fundraising activities. Directing the scholarship program was Grand Knight Al Silva and the Scholarship Committee including Chairman [...] Read more »
The ORR Farmers Market opens June 4 and will run Tuesdays, 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, through Oct. 15 at Old Rochester Regional Junior High School, 135 Marion Rd. Local produce, live plants, cheeses, meats, seafood, breads, soaps, artisan crafts, and more will be available. Read more »
The Marion Art Center Players Will Perform “An Evening of One-Act Plays by Christopher Durang” on May 16, May 17, May 24, and May 25. All shows will start at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $12.50 for Marion Art Center Members and $15 for non-members. The show, which will feature seven of playwright Christopher Durang’s one-act [...] Read more »
