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09/07/10
04:41:24 pm 
Get Ready for the Halloween Contests!
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Can you believe it? It’s almost time for Halloween! Once again, The Wanderer is hosting two annual Halloween Contests to get you into the spooky spirit!
• Contest 1 – The Halloween Story Contest – Write a story, and maybe even win a prize! During the month of October, The Wanderer prints Halloween stories submitted by our readers and the writer of the best story wins a great prize!
The best story will be selected by an area panel of judges and the winner will receive a Nintendo Wii!
The deadline for the story contest is Friday, October 1 at noon, in order to give our judges enough time to read the entries. Stories will be printed in the October issues of The Wanderer. The Winner will be announced in the October 28 issue.
• Contest 2 – The Halloween Cover Contest – Your best Halloween artwork could be on the cover of The Wanderer and you could win a great prize! Submit your best original Halloween drawing, photo, compilation or artwork to enter for publication on our October 28 cover.
Deadline for submitting artwork is Friday, October 15 at noon. Online voting will take place from October 16 to October 25. The cover Winner will win a Nintendo Wii and his or her artwork will be on the October 28 cover of The Wanderer!
• Halloween Gift Basket – Every person who votes in the cover contest will be entered to win a Wanderer Halloween gift basket, which will include Wanderer wear and aardvark items. Be sure to vote for your favorite cover from October 16 to 25 on our website: www.wanderer.com.
• The Fine Print – All entries must include a signed copy of the Official Entry Form, which can be picked up at The Wanderer office: 55 County Road, Mattapoisett. Entry forms can also be downloaded at www.Wanderer.com (click on “Halloween Contest”).
All entries must be original. Stories must be previously unpublished and cover entries must contain completely original artwork and/or photos. No copied items, including traced clip art, will be considered for the contest. A full list of rules and regulations can be found at www.Wanderer.com. For more information, call our office, 508-758-9055.
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04:41:05 pm
Ride for Alex
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The Fourth Annual Ride for Alex will take place on September 19 at the Old Rochester Regional High School on Route 6 in Mattapoisett. Registration is from 8:00 to 10:00 am, and the Poker Run follows at 10:00 am. A BBQ will also be held at 1:00 pm.
There will be music, prizes, raffles and vendors. The cost is $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event. For advance tickets, contact Scott at 508-742-8243. The poker run will be held rain or shine.
All are welcome, even if you don’t ride! Come for the food, music and raffles, and help find a cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
04:40:49 pm
Marion Natural History Museum Programs
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Friday Family Programs
• Birds of Prey with the Blue Hills Audubon Society – On October 15 at 7:00 pm, a Naturalist will be bringing three birds, an owl, falcon, and hawk as well as touch items for people to be able to handle. Discover these fascinating creatures and learn what makes them unique hunters and how they fit into the New England ecosystem. Use this opportunity to take a close-up look at some live birds.
• Fall Constellations – On October 22 at 7:30 pm, join amateur astronomer Mike Cronin while we view the fall constellations. Let’s look for Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune using the museum’s telescopes.
Wednesday Afterschool Programs
• September 22 - Tour of Bird Island – The Terns have left the island and it's safe to explore again. Let's learn something about the history with the Marion Harbormasters office. Space is limited so this program will close at 12 people total. Bring your own life jacket. No life jacket, no ride! This program will last an hour longer than normal, 3:30 to 5:30 pm. Pick up will be at the Harbormaster's office.
• October 6 – What is a Wetland? Wetlands are among our planet's most diverse and varied habitats. Let’s look at some of the plants and soils that make up a wetland and the animals that live there. Specimens will be available for inspection so plan to get a little messy!
• October 13 – Kayaking through a watershed with Mark Whalen. We’ll explore the history of Native American use of local rivers for trade. The concept of watersheds will be discussed, as the trip starts in one watershed going upriver to a region of interconnected ponds and lakes, then downriver through a different watershed. The impact of more recent human use of the land adjacent to the rivers (bridges, dams, bogs, farms) will be another topic. Finally, planning, preparation, and dealing with changes to a plan as the journey progresses will be discussed.
• October 27 - Fish Frenzy - Join our experienced fisheries expert, Vinnie Malkoski, for a fishing adventure! We’ll learn about the ecology and life history of several fish species found off our coastline. Each student will make his/her own fish-print t-shirt, so please pack an extra shirt to paint.
• November 3 – Sea Turtles - Did you know that four species of sea turtles are found around Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts in the summer? Come and learn about these endangered species, from the young Kemp’s ridleys, the size of a dinner plate, to the giant leatherbacks, which can be eight feet long and weigh more than a thousand pounds.
• December 8 – Nature Crafts – We will work on projects for gift-giving using materials we find outside our front doors, (volunteers to help with crafts would be most welcome). Light refreshments will be served.
For registration forms and times, visit the Marion Natural History Museum website at www.MarionMuseum.org.
04:40:13 pm
Grandparents’ Day at Eastover
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Come celebrate the third annual Grandparents’ Day at Eastover Farm, located at 131 Hiller Road in Rochester on Sunday, September 12 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. There will be free admission and free parking at this family fun event!
The fun will include tractor wagon rides, pony rides, kids games with prizes, face painting, a kids’ craft table, family photos, putt-putt golf, clowns, balloons and refreshments. Music will be provided by The Relics. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some great music!
04:39:57 pm
Marion Social Club
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• Steak Dinner – The Marion Social Club is hosting a September Steak Dinner on September 26. Doors will open at noon, and the steak dinner will be served at 1:00 pm. The meal will consist of steak, salad, potato, vegetable, rolls, butter and dessert. The donation price for the meal is $15. Contact Brenda at 508-291-4062 for tickets and information. The cut-off date to order tickets is September 20.
• Bake Sale – Marion Social Club and its members are hosting a bake sale at the Stop and Shop in Wareham on September 25, starting at 8:00 am and lasting until the goods run out. All items are freshly baked by Social Club members, and there will be a huge assortment of items for all with a sweet tooth.
04:39:43 pm
Marion Polling Location Changed
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Effective as of the State Primary Election to be held on September 14, 2010, the Marion Polling Location will now be located at the VFW – Benjamin D. Cushing Post on 465 Mill Street (Route 6).
Please note that this is a change from the Music Hall on 164 Front Street. Voting will no longer take place at the Music Hall. Ample parking is available at the rear of the VFW. The VFW is also fully handicap accessible.
04:39:29 pm
French Meat Pie Supper
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Back by popular demand, it’s the Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s French Meat Pie Supper. The supper will take place on September 18, at 6:00 pm in the Church’s Reynard Hall, located at 27 Church Street in Mattapoisett.
This is a great family night. Come enjoy a meat pie supper with dessert and a beverage. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for students and $30 for a family. Children under 5 are free. Advance purchase of tickets is necessary. Please make your ticket purchase by September 16 by calling the Church office at 508-758-2671, or purchase them at the Church’s Sunday coffee hour. Proceeds from the supper will benefit programs of the Mattapoisett Congregational Church.
04:39:17 pm
Southcoast Children’s Chorus
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The SouthCoast Children’s Chorus is a brand new, regional chorus for children in grades 3 through 8. It has been developed by Leslie Piper, who has taught and conducted “children of all ages” as well as adults. Ms. Piper is the conductor of the children’s choirs at St. Gabriel’s Church in Marion.
Parents, if your children have some demonstrated ability in singing and would enjoy being a part of a high-quality singing group learning music of all kinds, come to the auditions. The auditions are promised to be “fun and stress-free,” and will be held on September 12 and 19 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at St. Gabriel’s Church at 124 Front Street at the intersection of South and Front Street.
Regular rehearsals will begin on Sunday, October 3, and will take place weekly in the sanctuary of the church between 4:00 and 5:15 pm. A performance will take place in February.
The fee for the 2010/2011 season is $50 per singer. Some scholarship assistance is available. For either more information, or to schedule an audition, please contact Ms. Piper at 248-760-0611.
04:39:00 pm
House Histories with SHS
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The public is cordially invited to the Marion Music Hall on Wednesday, September 15 at 7:00 pm, as expert Marian Pierre-Louis shares the various resources and methods available for house research. This program, which is appropriate for both beginners and those who have some research experience, will include information on where to find the deeds to a house, how to chain a deed and how to locate other sources of information, such as the U.S. Federal Census records.
Ms. Pierre-Louis is a house historian and genealogical lecturer who specializes in southern New England research. She frequently speaks at conferences, societies and libraries on New England topics ranging from house history research, African American research and a broad range of genealogical topics.
Whether your house is 20 years old or 150 years old, it has a unique history and a tale to tell. Come learn some tricks to get the most out of your research. This program is offered free of charge, and no reservations are necessary. For more information, please call Sippican Historical Society at 508-748-1116.
04:38:43 pm
Rochester Republican Town Committee
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The Rochester Republican Town Committee will meet Saturday, September 18, at 10:00 am at the Underhill residence, located at 570 North Avenue, Rochester. The public is welcome to attend. 508-763-5001.
04:31:42 pm
Mattapoisett Recreation
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• Gymnastics – Evaluations for gymnastics will be held on Thursday, September 9 and Wednesday, September 15 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm in the gymnasium at Center School. Classes will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays based on skill level. If you have any questions, contact Tammy McKane at 508-996-3399.
• Basketball League – Evaluations for the Tri-Town Grades 7 and 8 Recreational Basketball League will be held on Thursday, September 30. Grade 7 Boys will take place 5:30 to 6:15 pm and Grade 8 Boys will take place 6:30 to 7:15 pm.
Grade 7 and 8 Girls will take place from 7:30 to 8:15 pm. Once teams are made, the league cannot accept new players. The league is always in need of volunteers to coach. Please email Gretchen MacDonald if you are interested: ddgmac@aol.com.
04:31:26 pm
Marion COA News
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The Marion Council on Aging (COA) announces the following September events:
• Podiatry Clinic – The next podiatry clinic will be held on September 27 beginning at 1:00 pm. Appointments are needed.
• Farmer’s Market Trip – The Marion COA van will be traveling to the Westport Farmers Market on September 11. Please call the office to reserve your spot on the van: 508-748-3570.
04:31:11 pm
Rochester Historical Society News
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• Waterman Reunion – The Fourth Annual Waterman Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 11, at the Rochester Memorial School from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm. Lunch will be served at noon. Price is $20 per person. Payment should be sent to the Rochester Historical Society, PO Box 171, Rochester, MA 02770. Please bring your memories, stories, and photos. For more information call 508-763-2724 or 508-763-8838.
• Fine Arts Café – The First Congregational Church on the Green at Rochester Center will host a Fine Arts Show and Café on Saturday, September 25 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The show will feature original artwork by Frances Kut-Best, Vivian Lewis, Mary Pearsull and other local artists. The show includes photos by local photographers. Lunch, prepared by the Ladies Guild of the Church, will be available. For more information please contact Gary Lawrence at 774-553-5177.
• Show and Tell Night – The Rochester Historical Society September 15 meeting features a “Show and Tell Night”. You are invited to gather up your old stuff, such as old letters, photos, personal items, household items or anything with a story. The meeting is on Wednesday, September 15 at 7:00 pm at the East Rochester Church/Museum at 355 County Road. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served.
04:30:08 pm
Athletic Scholarship Motorcycle Run
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The First Annual Brad Barrows Memorial Athletic Scholarship Motorcycle Run will take place on Saturday, September 18, at Rick’s Tavern on Route 6 in Mattapoisett. Registration will take place at 10:00 with the run to follow at 12:00 pm. The cost is $15 per bike, $5 per passenger. Proceeds from the run will benefit youth sports in Mattapoisett, Rochester, Marion and Fairhaven. There will also be a 50/50 raffle at the run. Rain date for the event is September 25.
The Motorcycle Run will be in honor of Brad Barrows, a community leader who helped form the Capeway Softball League.
04:29:52 pm
Sippican Women’s Club Presents
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The September 10 meeting of the Sippican Women’s Club will feature a Park Ranger from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who will provide a virtual tour of the Cape Cod Canal. She will also focus on the Canal’s impressive history and its vital function. It proves to be a very interesting presentation, especially to those who live and boat in our neighboring waters.
The Sippican Women’s Club programs are held at Handy’s Tavern, 152 Front Street, Marion on the second Friday of the month from September to March at 12:30 pm. Each program is preceded by a finger food luncheon, tea/coffee and a sweet followed by a business meeting and speaker/program. The Sippican Women’s Club is open to all women who are residents of Marion or whose interests are in Marion. Please contact Jeanne Lake at 508-748-0619 for more information.
04:28:13 pm
ORCTV PSA Days
Categories: Tri-TownSend feedback » •Old Rochester Community Television (ORCTV) is offering another free public service announcement (PSA) shoot day for non-profits, local organizations and town departments. ORCTV is opening up their studios on October 4 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and October 5 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm so you can come in and have a one to five-minute PSA taped about your organization or group. The PSAs will play on the local cable channels and can be seen by thousands of Tri-Town residents. This is a free service to local non-profits, organizations, groups, and town departments. You must call to reserve a slot, 508-748-1600.
04:27:58 pm
Art Show Benefits Hospice Care
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“Although I believe everyone appreciates the beauty of our world, the painter probably appreciates it more consciously. I try hard to communicate my feelings to others… and so I paint,” says Charles Parsons, Marion resident and award winning artist. The nearby salt marshes, estuaries, small coastal villages, and boat yards are among his favorite subjects to paint. Most are done en plein air in watercolor, oil, and acrylic.
Mr. Parsons studied painting at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, Rhode Island School of Design, and received a Bachelor of Arts from Bucknell University and his doctorate, M.D., from Temple University. He holds memberships in many art societies and organizations. As a former orthopedic surgeon and hospice volunteer, Parsons has a place in his heart for local agency, Community Nurse and Hospice Care.
Mr. Parsons is hosting an Open House and Studio at his home at 24 South Street in Marion on Saturday, September 25. from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm and Sunday, September 26, from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm. These shows are open to the public, and donations will benefit Community Nurse and Hospice Care.
04:27:46 pm
Has Cancer Struck Someone You Love?
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The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. People who take part in Relay also raise much-needed funds and awareness that help the American Cancer Society save lives and create a world with more birthdays – where cancer can never claim another year of anyone’s life.
The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Tri-Town wrapped up the 2010 season on August 31. This year, Relay raised over $69,000 to support cancer survivors, patient services, research and advocacy, thanks to those that supported this great event. The Relay for Life organizers are always in need of volunteers to organize and recruit teams, seek community support, coordinate logistics, find refreshments and prizes, plan entertainment and lend their support in any way. If you would like to learn more about Relay For Life of Tri-Town event please contact Tri-Chairpersons, Caryn Hodges Coulombe at 508-989-7805, Carol Lareau at 508-758-9229, or Heather Ruel at 508-758-8017.
04:27:30 pm
Golf Tournament to Benefit Nativity
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On Monday, September 27, the Nativity Preparatory School of New Bedford, an independent middle school for boys who come from low-income families in Greater New Bedford, will hold a golf tournament as a fundraiser in Mattapoisett. Co-chairs for the event include Charlotte and Larry Oliveira, Barbara Urquhart and John Kelleher. Auction Committee members include Karla Burke, Angela Fusco, Jennifer Kaiser, Alberta McLean, Martha Rooney and Sandra Sylvia.
The goal of Nativity is to provide a challenging, supportive, safe and structured learning environment for boys in grades 5-8. The school receives no state or federal funding and is supported by local individuals, companies, businesses and foundations. Many graduates receive academic scholarships to private high schools. For further information on the golf tournament or to visit Nativity, call Claire Carvalho at 508-994-3800.
04:27:18 pm
Mattapoisett Museum and Carriage House
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• Annual Meeting – The Mattapoisett Historical Society annual meeting will take place on Sunday afternoon, September 19, at 2:00 pm at the Museum and Carriage House, 5 Church Street, in Mattapoisett. Members, as well as the public, are invited to attend this meeting. The agenda will include reports from the president and curator, the treasurer’s report, an update on the status of the Clifford Ashley mural, election of persons to fill vacancies on the Board of Directors, and any other such business to come before the membership. Following the business meeting, refreshments and cake will be served.
• Closed for the Season – The Mattapoisett Museum and Carriage House is now closed for the season. If you wish to exchange one of the Museum’s incorrect calendars, please call 508-758-2844 and the Museum will arrange for an exchange.
In addition to the special summer exhibit are the museum’s on-going exhibits of items from Mattapoisetts’ past. The Museum is located at 5 Church Street in Mattapoisett.
04:27:03 pm
American Legion Post 280 News
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The monthly meeting of the American Legion Florence Eastman Post 280 is held on the third Wednesday of each month at the post hall at 3 Depot Street at 7:00 pm. This month’s meeting is scheduled for September 15.
All members are welcome to attend. The post has invited eleven newly arrived veterans who currently have their membership with other posts, to attend our September meeting in the hopes that they will consider a transfer to Post 280. The board is always looking for new ideas and input as to how we can better serve our fellow veterans and the Tri-Town communities.
The meeting will include a discussion of the March 6 Spaghetti Dinner, which will have to be moved to a later date in March due to a scheduling conflict with the Brockton VA.
Information on the meetings, programs and hall rentals may be obtained by calling 508-758-9311.
04:26:51 pm
Foliage and Friends
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Come join the Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s Fall Foliage Tour on Saturday, October 2. Travel will be by luxury motor coach with onboard facilities and TV. The morning ride will traverse the Blackstone Valley on Route 146 along I-190 to the Mohawk Trail. Upon crossing the breathtaking French King Bridge, there will be a spectacular view of the North Quabbin Reservoir. Lunch will be served in the heart of Vermont at the Dorset Inn. Following lunch, the coach will stop at the Hildene Artisan/Craft Festival in Manchester, Vermont.
The cost for the trip is $50 and includes transportation, an on board continental breakfast, lunch, and treats on the coach. Please contact Rick Vigeant at 508-994-6511 or rickvigeant@comcast.net for complete details and reservations.
04:26:36 pm
Harvest Moon Dance
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The Wampanoag Council 15 Harvest Moon Dance will take place on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 7:00 pm in the Redman Hall, located on Main Street in Wareham. The dance, which is the annual fundraiser for the Wampanoag Council’s scholarship, will include a BBQ chicken dinner, followed by entertainment and dancing. Cost is $13 per person. For more information and to purchase tickets, call Darlene at 508-748-0132.
04:26:17 pm
Mattapoisett Shuttle Bus
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Starting Tuesday, September 7, the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) will be introducing a pilot program for the Mattapoisett/Acushnet/Fairhaven shuttle. The shuttle will connect to the Kmart/Shaw’s parking lot, the WalMart parking lot, the Fairhaven Senior Center, the Mattapoisett Social and Wellness Center (COA) and the Mattapoisett Housing on Acushnet Road.
The bus leaves Fairhaven Commons at 9:20, 10:20, 11:20 am, 12:20, 1:20, 2:20 and 3:20 pm. Mattapoisett residents should expect to be picked up approximately 15 minutes later than these times. Complete shuttle information can be found on the town website, at www.Mattapoisett.net.
04:26:00 pm
Mattapoisett Friends Yard Sale
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Get ready for the Friends Meetinghouse Yard Sale, to take place on September 18 from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. The yard sale will be located at the Quaker Meetinghouse at 103 Marion Road on Route 6 in Mattapoisett.
For information on reserving your own table, or arranging for donations of goods (no appliances, electronics or large furniture) leave message at 508-748-0098. The cost is $10 for space outside (bring your own table) and $20 for limited table space inside. To learn more about the Meetinghouse, visit www.mattapoisettquakers.org</span>.
04:25:47 pm
Saint Rose of Lima Classes
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Religious Education Class Registration for Saint Rose of Lima, located at 282 Vaughan Hill Road in Rochester, will take place on the following dates after weekend Mass in the hall:
• Saturday, September 11, after 5:00 pm; Sunday, September 12, after 9:00 am.
Everyone must register during these times.
Grades 1 and 2 begin on October 16; Grades 3 through 8 begin on October 13. Confirmation 1 begins on September 22; Confirmation 2 begins on September 15. Generations of Faith begin on Sunday, September 19.
04:25:35 pm
Rochester Community Blood Drive
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The Rochester Council on Aging and American Red Cross will be sponsoring a Community Blood Drive on Monday, September 13, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm at the Rochester Senior Center at 67 Dexter Lane.
Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood, and every pint donated could save up to three lives. All donors at the September 13 Rochester Community Blood Drive will receive a coupon for $7 off their next oil change.
Please make an appointment for a blood donation by calling 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.RedCrossBlood.org.
04:25:22 pm
Mattapoisett Council on Aging
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Please call us at 508-758-4110 if you wish to learn more about our services. Call to sign up for all listings. Most events are free and open to all.
• Monday, September 13: 9:00 Garden Club; 9:00 SHINE; 12:00 Fitness with Karen; 12:30 Fairhaven Marts; 1:00 Scrabble.
• Tuesday, September 14: 8:30 Yoga; 8:30 Stop and Shop; 9:30 Public Health Nurse; AARP Safe Drivers Course all day.
• Wednesday, September 15: 10:00 Zumba Gold; 12:00 Fitness with Karen; 1:30 Bingo..... $5 Lunch: Meatloaf (RSVP by September 13).
• Thursday, September 16: 9:30 Public Health Nurse; 9:00 Bridge; Trip to Stonebridge Tavern and Tiverton Four Corners.
• Friday, September 17: 8:30 Yoga; 8:30 Shaws; 10:00 Cardio Dance Fit.
• Monday, September 20: 9:00 Garden Club; 9:00 SHINE; 12:00 Fitness with Karen; 12:30 Fairhaven Marts; 1:00 Scrabble.
• Tuesday, September 21: 8:30 Yoga; 8:30 Stop and Shop; 9:30 Public Health Nurse; Morning trip to Trader Joe's and Hanover Mall.
• Wednesday, September 22: 10:00 Zumba Gold; 12:00 Fitness with Karen; 1:30 Bingo $5 Lunch: Sheppard’s Pie (RSVP by September 20).
• Thursday, September 23: 9:30 Public Health Nurse; 9:00 Bridge.
• Friday, September 24: 8:30 Yoga; 8:30 Shaws; 10:00 Cardio Dance Fit; Trip to Bourne Scallop Festival.
Reminders for upcoming weeks:
• Bourne Scallop Festival $25 Ride and Ticket
• AARP Safe Drivers Course September 14. Call for Info.
• Odyssey Cabaret Cruise with plated lunch October 6. $45 for cruise, meal and van.
• Dinner trip to Providence. October 7, Opa restaurant. Call for reservations.
04:25:07 pm
SCCC Seeks Choral Members
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Sing with the SouthCoast Community Chorale for their fall 2010 season! Individuals interested in joining the group are invited to attend open enrollment rehearsals on September 15 and 22 at 7:30 pm.
Throughout the fall season, the SouthCoast Community Chorale (SCCC) will be preparing for two concerts. On December 12, the group will be performing a Christmas POPS concert with the Fall River Symphony Orchestra. On December 19, the chorale will present their annual Christmas Concert, featuring selections from Handel’s Messiah, as well as other holiday favorites.
The group rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at the United Parish Church, located at 745 Wilson Road in Fall River.
The SCCC is a choral group based out of Fall River, Massachusetts. Under the direction of Frank Wilhelm, the group presents two major programs a year: a holiday concert in December and a spring concert in May. Other performance opportunities and special events may arise throughout the year as well. The SCCC performs a variety of music, ranging from classical pieces to patriotic songs to show tunes to contemporary works.
No auditions are necessary. SCCC is looking for all voice parts: basses and tenors, especially. The SCCC is looking for people who love to sing, can match pitch and blend with other singers. Members attend Wednesday night rehearsals and pay a small fee for membership dues and music. Ability to read music is not required, as rehearsal CDs are provided for all members.
04:24:50 pm
Friends Used Sporting Goods Sale
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Are your closets cluttered with out-grown and unused sports equipment? Are you wishing your mudroom had a little more room for… mud? Are those cleats, tap shoes, life-jackets or skis too small for your children? Did your child survive "Survival"?
Now is a great time to clean out those closets, to reuse and recycle, and to get some great deals at the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library Used Sporting Goods Sale, to be held at Center School on September 25.
The Friends need donations of sports and dance equipment, such as skis, skates, cleats, ballet and tap shoes, balls, rollerblades, rackets, hockey sticks, baseball, football, golf, lacrosse, water sports equipment, and winter jackets. All donations must be in good condition. Donors will receive a receipt for their tax-deductible donation.
Donations will be accepted at Center School on September 24 from 4:00 until 7:00 pm. The sale date will be September 25. Early admittance for Friends and donors at the September 25 sale is from 8:00 until 9:00 am. The sale will be open to the public from 9:00 until noon. Proceeds benefit library programs such as talks with authors and poets, visiting artists and concerts. For more information, contact Rayna Caplan at 508-758-9494 or Elizabeth East at 508-758-4462.
04:24:32 pm
Marion/Rochester Health District
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The Board of Health is still advising residents to remain vigilant and continue to use insect repellent with DEET when venturing outdoors, including during the daylight hours. Mosquitoes are most active from dusk to dawn. If you go outside during those times be sure to use insect repellent with DEET and also to wear protective clothing such as long sleeves, long pants, and socks.
Public beaches, playgrounds, and parks remain closed after 6:00 pm. All outdoor activities scheduled for the evening should be rescheduled so that they are not held during peak times of mosquito activity. For more information please contact the Board of Health office or go to www.mass.gov/dph</span>.
04:24:17 pm
St. Anthony’s Seeks Used Books
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Want to get rid of used books? St. Anthony’s Parish in Mattapoisett is raising money through donations of new and used books, CDs, DVDs, videos, records and audio books. The group has recently placed a drop-off donation container to collect these items from community members who would like to repurpose their used goods while also helping the parish raise money. The group will be paid on an ongoing basis for all items collected in their donation container.
The gray book donation container, distinguished by its purple and yellow ‘Got Books?’ signs, is located in the parking lot of the parish at 26 Hammond Street. This program is an ongoing fundraiser and the public can make donations at any time. All funds raised through the collection of these donations will benefit the general funding of the parish.
04:24:01 pm
Marion Institute: “Allergies and Asthma”
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The Biological Medicine Network (BMN), a program of the Marion Institute, is pleased to offer a free public lecture “Allergies and Asthma – Healing with Biological Medicine”, on Wednesday, September 29 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm presented by Thomas Rau, M.D. The lecture will take place at Waypoint Conference Center, Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, 185 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, MA 02740.
Doors open at 6:30 pm and seating is first come first served. Space is limited.
Dr. Rau is Chief Medical Director and Founder of the Paracelsus Clinic in Lustmuhle, Switzerland. He will explain how allergies and asthma are only expressions of deep disturbances of the immune system. Dr. Rau will discuss the real underlying causes such as food intolerance, toxic loads, intestinal flora health, deficiencies of trace elements and more. He will talk about the diagnosis and treatment of these underlying causes using Biological Medicine and the tremendous long term success rate he has had with patients.
The free Allergies and Asthma lecture is a continuation of the Marion Institute’s effort to try and create deep and positive change through a diverse array of solution-based programs.
Dr. Rau will also be conducting a Biological Medicine Seminar in Dartmouth, MA from September 30 to October 2. This seminar will focus on Advanced Approaches to Difficult Diseases plus Advanced Applications for Rheumatic and Chronic Inflammatory Conditions using the Pleo-Sanum remedies. The seminar is designed for health practitioners and medical students. Please visit our website www.biologicalmedicinenetwork.org or call the Marion Institute at 508-748-0816 for more detailed information.
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Mosquito Dunks Available in Mattapoisett
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In an effort to reduce the mosquito population and help protect our residents from mosquito borne disease, Mattapoisett is making mosquito dunks available to its residents.
The Mattapoisett Board of Health has mosquito dunks available for residents to help to stop mosquito larvae from hatching in small wet areas. Complete instructions for use and other info will be given out with the dunks. They are available at the Mattapoisett Board of Health office in the town hall at no charge. Residents can request up to two dunks at a time.
The dunks will treat 200 square feet. If you have an area larger than 200 square feet that has standing water you can call Plymouth County Mosquito Control at 781-585-5450 or contact them through www.plymouthmosquito.com and they will spray your property. These dunks are extremely effective in wet areas around the home and will last 30 days or longer depending on conditions.
If you have any questions, please contact the Board of Health at 508-758-4100 ext. 8.
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Old Rochester Farmers’ Market
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• Volunteer Needed – The Old Rochester Farmers' Market has a community service opportunity available for two responsible volunteers. With school being back in session, the Farmers' Market community needs two people to assist with directing traffic to the correct parking lot for the market. Assistance would be greatly appreciated from 2:30 to 6:00 pm each Tuesday until (and including) October 19. This could, perhaps, be great community service for college applications. If you are interested, please call 508-759-8154 and ask for Janice.
Come join the community for a perfect summer day at the Farmers' Market. Bring along your reuseable shopping bag, and fill it up with the wonderful produce the market abounds with.
Participating in the market are a variety of vendors to bring you the best of what the area has to offer. There will be local vegetable farm vendors, bakers, local artisans and skin care product vendors.
The Old Rochester Farmers’ Market is located on the lawn of Old Rochester Regional Junior High School, and takes place on Tuesdays from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.
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Mattapoisett Town Clerk News
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• State Primary – The Massachusetts State Primary is scheduled for September 14, 2010. The polls are located at Old Hammondtown School and are open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. Absentee ballots are available for anyone who is unable to cast their vote in person on election day. Please call the office at 508-758-4103 ext 2 if you have any questions or concerns.
• Late Dog License Letters have been mailed. There is a $10 late fee in effect. If you have not yet licensed your dog please do so as soon as possible. The fee for a spayed or neutered dog is $17 and for a male or female not neutered the fee is $20. Rabies must be up to date and on file in the Clerk’s office. If you have any questions please call the office at 508-758-4103 ext. 2
• Mooring Inspections – If your mooring number is between 500 and 912 you should be receiving a mooring inspection letter this week. Mooring inspections are done on a three-year cycle. The mooring inspection must be on file in the Town Clerk’s office before payment will be accepted for the 2011 season.
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Plumb Library News
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• Library Card Sign-up Month – September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library wants to make sure that all children in Rochester have the smartest card of all – a library card. Public library programming and books for children make a difference in the lives of students. By providing school-aged children with engaging programs and amazing collections, students from all backgrounds become excited and enthusiastic readers.
A library card has always been the most important school supply of all. Rochester cardholders can access a number of free databases and websites, including Tumblebooks, Optimal Resume, and Encyclopedia Britannica. Cardholders can also check out books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, Wii games, and museum passes. There’s a lot happening at Plumb Library, and the best part for both children and parents – in these economic times – is that it’s all free with a library card.
Getting a library card is easy. Come to the library with your current ID and sign up. The $2 lost card replacement fee will be waived during the month of September for Rochester cardholders.
Observed since 1987, Library Card Sign-up Month is a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country remind parents that a library card is the most important school supply of all. For more information on how to sign up for a library card, visit your town’s library or website.
• Book Sale – The Annual Friends of Plumb Library book sale will take place on Saturday, September 11, from 9:00 to 2:00 pm at the First Congregational Church’s Fellowship Hall, Constitution Way, Rochester. All sorts of books, puzzles, games, and more will be for sale. Volunteers are needed for sorting, packing, and moving the books, plus setting up the sale, working on sale day, and putting books away. Volunteers receive 50 percent off their purchases. Teenagers are welcome to help, and are needed for sorting and moving. Donations of clean, used books, DVDs, puzzles, games, and audio books are also being accepted until September 9. Please call the library for more information.
• Storytimes – Registration for the fall session of both Preschool and Toddler storytimes will start Monday September 13, and end Saturday, September 25. Due to space limitations, pre-registration is required for this program. Plumb storytimes consist of interactive book read-alouds, fingerplays, action rhymes, crafts, and a snack. Sessions run for eight weeks and are free, thanks to the support of the Friends of Plumb Library. To register your child, please come into the library or call 508-763-8600 during the registration period and during library hours. Preference is given to Rochester residents. Non-residents will be put on a waiting list and will be called if space is available. Preschool storytime for ages three to five will take place on Wednesdays at 10:30 and 1:30 pm, and will start on October 6. Toddler story times for ages two to three will take place on Fridays at 10:30 am, and will start on October 8.
• Cafe Parlez Goes to the Movies will be reading Lost Horizon, by James Hilton. Deep in the Tibetan wilderness, a plane with four passengers crashes near an ancient lamasery. But their arrival in this land of eerie beauty and total tranquility is no accident. This is the fantasy classic that put the term “Shangri-La” into the world’s vocabulary. Made into a movie in 1937, it starred Ronald Colman, Jane Wyatt, and was directed by Frank Capra. We will discuss this classic on Thursday, September 30, at 6:30 pm. Books and copies of the film are available at the circulation desk.
• Just the Facts, the Nonfiction Book Discussion Group, will have its first meeting on Monday, October 18 at 6:30 pm. The group will be discussing The Gardner Heist: The True Story of the World's Largest Unsolved Art Theft, by Ulrich Boser. Books will be available starting September 13, and pre-registration is requested. For the full schedule of titles for 2010-2011, visit www.plumblibrary.com</span>.
• Computer Classes – Starting on Tuesday, September 14, there will be a rotating series of six classes on various aspects of computer use for adults. Pre-registration is required, and classes are limited to a maximum of 8. Participants may bring their own laptops, or use the library computers. The schedule is: September 14, Week 1: Using Excel, September 21, Week 2: Creating Fliers and other Word Documents, September 28, Week 3: Using Optimal Resume to Help in Job Search, October 5, Week 4: Using Overdrive and Other Audio Book Sites, October 12, Week 5: Pictures and Music, October 19, Week 6: Shopping on the Internet; Staying Safe.
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Mattapoisett Free Public Library
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• Job Club – The weekly Second Cup of Coffee Job Club continues to meet on Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 am. Discussions cover all aspects of returning to work whether you are unemployed, retired and looking for a new career or part-time job, or thinking of starting your own business. Great for networking, job search tips, and help with resumes and cover letters. Moms – are you thinking of returning to the workforce? Visit the Job Club for help in getting started and organizing your new schedule. The job club is facilitated by HR Professional, Marcella Nelson.
• Summer Reading – It's not too late to get summer reading done! Visit the library and check the summer reading lists with librarian Liz Sherry. While you are here, check out the displays of award-winning young adult reading, including some book reviews. Let us know what authors you favor so we can add them to the library's order lists. Take a chance in our back-to-school raffle for students and win a gift card for school supplies and a memory stick. The drawing will be held Friday, September 17.
• Library Wish List – As summer guests prepare to leave and you are reorganizing your rooms, why not donate those summer reading books and DVDs to the library? Share adult and children's items both, and others will enjoy them. The community will benefit from your generous donations. Thanks to all who give to the library's collections!
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Tastes and Sounds of China Benefit
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Children's Relief's Tastes and Sounds of China will take place on September 25. The annual fundraiser takes place at Salerno’s Seaside Facility, located at 196 Onset Avenue in Onset and begins at 6:30 pm.
The event also includes live entertainment, raffles, door prizes, region themed guest goodie bags, beer and wine tastings and a silent auction. Proceeds support Turning Point Day Resource Center, serving people in need from the communities of Wareham, Bourne, Carver, Middleboro, Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester. Funds also support the Massachusetts Children’s Relief’s Kid Komfort Kits, providing winter outerwear and clothing, as well as personal preference gifts for kids in need.
Due to the support of community businesses, Tastes and Sounds of China tickets will remain at last year’s reduced prices; $35 prior to the event and $40 at the door from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at Plymouth County Teachers Federal Credit Union, Music of the Bay, or by contacting Sally Morrison at 508-295-7410 or sammorrison@comcast.net.
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Massachusetts Veterans’ Benefits
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• Chapter 115 Benefits – The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is the only state in the Union that has made a provision by state law to provide veterans in need of financial assistance with food, housing, clothing, employment and burial assistance. Veterans and widows may qualify for a “medical only” budget if their income is below federal poverty level; single: $1,805 per month, married: $2,428 per month.
For further information, please contact the Veteran Service Office for the Towns of Mattapoisett and Rochester at 508-758-4110, ext. 212.
• How to Display Your Flag – It is the universal custom to display the flag only from sunrise to sunset on buildings and on stationary flagstaffs in the open. However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed 24-hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness. When displayed either horizontally or vertically against a wall, the union (or blue field) should be to the observer’s left. When displayed in a window, the flag should be the same way, with the union to the left of the observer in the street. No other flag or pennant should be placed above or, if on the same level, to the right of the flag of the United States of America, except during church services conducted by naval chaplains at sea and for personnel of the Navy, when the church pennant may be flown above the flag. These tips are brought to you from the Office of Veterans’ Services for Mattapoisett and Rochester.
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Town of Marion Water Restrictions
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The following mandatory water restriction will be in effect until September 15: Any outside watering is prohibited except between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 am, and between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 pm, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for homes on the even-numbered side of the street. For homes on the odd-numbered side of the street, watering will be allowed on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday during the same hours. No watering is allowed on Sunday.
This restriction will be strictly enforced. Any person violating this state of water supply conservation by-law shall be liable to the Town in the amount of $50 for the first violation and $100 for each subsequent violation. If you have any questions, you are encouraged to contact the Department of Public Works at 508-748-3540.
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Marion Art Center News
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The Annual Membership Drive is underway. Membership is open to the public. Privileges include invitations to gallery openings and other special events, receiving quarterly newsletters, and discounts on theater and concert tickets and classes plus eligibility to participate in the semi-annual membership shows. Members are also eligible to rent the Center for special events, meetings, showers and birthday parties. Angels, Patrons, Donors and Sponsors are listed in the Playbills and in Newsletters.
• Over the Past Year – The Marion Art Center celebrates 53 years of serving the area as a unique community center for the arts. Last year, classes and lessons in music, art, dance and theater were offered year round. ARTSTART, a summer program for children completed its 25th year. The theater produced Gold in the Hills, Uncle Vanya, Rumors, and Love Changes Everything: A Musical Revue, plus Imagine - an American Girl musical, and Young People's theater shows: The Pied Piper, Goldilocks, The Midas Touch, and Realm Wars. MAC hosted the Halloween Parade and the Fourth of July float won first prize! Special Events included Kirsten and Singing Bird's holiday tea party and Arts in the Park. The gallery hosted nine exhibitions including The Holiday Shop, Art in Bloom, and two Members shows.
Membership is open to all and the annual drive is underway. For information please call 508-748-1266, visit the website, www.marionartcenter.org</span>, or stop by during gallery hours: Tuesday through Friday, 1:00 to 5:00 pm, Saturdays, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Admission is free.
Contributions are tax-deductible. The Marion Art Center can also accept gifts of appreciated stock. Community support assures the future of the arts in this area.
Fall Schedule – The Marion Art Center is offering the following classes for the fall. Please call 508-748-1266 to pre-register for all classes or email: marionartcenter@verizon.net.
• Dance: Term I – September 13 to December 13. Preschool (ages 3 and 4) meets Mondays, 4:00 to 4:30 pm and will include introduction to ballet and tap. Kinderstep (ages 5 – 6) meets Mondays, 4:30 to 5:15 pm. Students will learn more ballet and tap techniques. Beginners (ages 7 – 9) meet Mondays, 5:15 – 6:00 pm and will explore barre work, positions and more ballet and tap. Teah Mazzoni Johnson is the instructor and begins her fourth year at the art center as choreographer and head of the Dance Academy. Tuition is $135/$150 for preschool, $150/$165 for Kinderstep and Beginners.
• Children’s Theater: (ages 6 – 8) meets on Tuesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Session I is September 7 to October 12. Session II is October 19 to November 23. Each week the children will learn basic theater craft through drama games, readers’ theater and experience the fun of the stage while rehearsing for a small production of selected “Fairy Tale” plays to be performed the last week of each session. Nancy Sparklin is the instructor and has been activity head of music art ARTSTART and assistant director/accompanist for many shows, most recently Imagine: an American Girl Musical. The fee for each six-week session is $75/$90.
• Youth Theater: (ages 9 – 12) will meet on Thursdays, 4:30 to 6:00 pm, September 9 to November 18. Students will learn basic theater craft through the process of putting on a production of Not So Grimm Tales, a humorous modernization of selected Grimm’s fairy tales. The production will be on November 19 at 7:30 pm. Nancy Sparklin, instructor. The fee for the 11-week session is $160/175.
• Saturday Morning Art: Term I: September 11 to October 16, Term II: October 23 – December 4, 10 to 11:30 am. Kendra D’Angora is the instructor and returns after a successful summer session with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. The fee for each 6-week session is $150/$165. Most materials included.
• Piano Lessons for preschoolers are offered on Friday mornings with Jamie Wiksten, instructor. Piano lessons for beginners and intermediates are offered by appointment with Nancy Sparklin, instructor.
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Mattapoisett Wharf Cruise Nights
Categories: MattapoisettSend feedback » •It’s another year of Mattapoisett Wharf Cruise Nights! The final Cruise Night, which will feature antique and restored cars with good old-fashioned rock and roll music from D.J. Johnny Angel, will take place from 5:00 to 9:00 pm on Friday, September 17.
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Hospice Fall Training
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Hospice Volunteers offer a special kind of care designed to provide support for patients and their family members coping with terminal illness at home or by providing support to the agency by supporting the work of the hospice team. Volunteers can provide one-on-one care, play music for patients, visit with a pet therapy dog, help with office work and help with event planning. Portuguese speaking volunteers are also needed.
The training sessions will introduce participants to what Hospice Care is all about and the importance of the role of the hospice volunteer.
For more information about our upcoming training on September 18 and 19, at Autumn Glen in North Dartmouth, contact Cecile Sanders at 508-717-0754 or by email csanders@communitynurse.com.
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Fairhaven Walking Tours
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This fall you can learn more about Fairhaven and its history by taking one of the tours offered on weekends in September and early October.
In addition to these weekend tours, the Office of Tourism will continue to offer its Thursday tours through the end of September. The Henry H. Rogers tour starts at the Visitors Center, 43 Center Street, at 10:00 am each Thursday. Fort Phoenix Minuteman Tours are given at the fort between 1:00 and 4:00 pm on Thursdays. The weekend tours are:
• Poverty Point Walking Tour – On Saturday, September 11, this tour begins at the Old Stone Schoolhouse, 40 North Street, Fairhaven at 2:00 pm. Take a guided, 90-minute walk with historian Christopher Richards through what was one of the earliest village settlements in Fairhaven. Learn about Manjiro Nakahama, Captain Joshua Slocum, Elder Joseph Bates and more. The Old Stone Schoolhouse will be open for viewing before the tour.
• Fairhaven High School Tour – On Saturday, September 18, at the Fairhaven High School, 12 Huttleston Ave., at 2:00 pm, take a guided tour of Fairhaven High School, the “Castle on the Hill,” which was built by millionaire Henry H. Rogers and donated to the town in 1906. The tour, guided by Bob Foster, is sponsored by the FHS Alumni Association and lasts about 90 minutes. The tour starts inside the main entrance on the east side of the building. Donations to the Alumni Association are appreciated. For more information, email info@fairhavenalumni.org.
• Fairhaven Center Walking Tour – On Saturday, September 25, this tour begins at the Leonard E. Pierce Memorial Park, on the corner of South and Fort streets, in Fairhaven at 2:00 pm. This guided, 90-minute walk with Christopher Richards in Fairhaven center highlights the histories of some of the homes and buildings, dating from the 1830s to the beginning of the 20th Century. Learn about Henry H. Rogers, the Delano family, churches, “moving houses” and more.
• Riverside Cemetery Tour – On Sunday, October 10, this tour starts inside the main gate of Riverside Cemetery, 274 Main Street, Fairhaven at 2:00 pm. Created in 1850 by Warren Delano II, the grandfather of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, this is one of the most beautiful rural-style cemeteries in Massachusetts. The tour visits the final resting places of some of the town’s most prominent people. The Rogers mausoleum and the Delano family tomb are also on the route. You’ll also see lovely examples of early tombstone art as you walk along the beautifully landscaped paths. This tour, guided by Christopher Richard, includes walking on uneven ground. Comfortable walking shoes are suggested.
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Fairhaven Recreation Events
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• Shopping in Maine – Come along for a shopping trip to Kittery, Maine for a chance to fill your Christmas list on October 23. The bus will leave the Recreation Center at 7:00 am and return at 7:30 pm. Light refreshments will be available in the morning. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $25 and deadline for registration is October 9.
• Girls’ Basketball Fundamentals – Get ready to learn the basics in basketball. This six-week program for girls will help girls from the age of nine to 13 gain skills and confidence. Start date is October 6, and will continue for six weeks on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. Cost is $25 for members, $40 for non-members.
• NFL Punt, Pass and Kick – This free program creates a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages six to 15 to compete against their peers in punting, passing and kicking. The four age divisions are: 8 to 9; 10 to 11; 12 to 13; and 14 to 15 with boys and girls competing separately. The top scorer (boy and girl) in each division will advance to the Sectional Competition with the opportunity to advance to the Team Championships. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity on September 25 at Livesey Park in Fairhaven. This event is open to members and non-members. Please register online at www.NFLppk.com.
• Witches Woods Fall Trip – Come along for a hauntingly good time at the Witches Woods on October 16. Travel on a coach bus to Westford, MA and enjoy exciting attractions such as Witch’s Woods, Haunted Hayride, Castle Morbid, Nightmare Mansion and more. Tickets to Witches Woods are included in the price, which is $50. The group will be leaving the Recreation Center at 4:00 pm and will return at 11:30 pm.
The Fairhaven Recreation Department is located at 227 Huttleston Avenue in Fairhaven, phone number 508-993-9269. Please pre-register for all events.
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Be a Foster Parent
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Your open door is hope! Become a foster parent. Dare Family Services is seeking caring families to provide foster care for area children. While helping a child, you will receive excellent training, 24-hour support and a tax-free stipend toward the child's care. For more information, please call 508-802-9515.
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Food Addicts in Recovery
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Are you having a hard time controlling the way you eat? Contact Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous at 781-932-6300. If you are new, please contact the person listed below, as meeting locations and times may change.
Fairhaven meetings are on Sundays, at 6:30 pm at the Atria Fairhaven, 391 Alden Road, Fairhaven. For more information, contact Eric at 508-758-8418.
Wareham meetings are on: Sundays, at 7:00 pm and Fridays at 8:00 am at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 74 High St., Wareham. For more information on these two meetings, contact Nancy at 508-748-2894. There is also a Wednesday meeting at 9:00 am at the YMCA, 33 Charge Pond Road, Wareham. For more information on this meeting, contact Denise at 508-991-4384.
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Gallery X News
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• Public Hanging – Gallery X's annual Public Hanging XXI will take place until September 11. This will be an open community art show. The public can submit up to three pieces of art at $10 per piece for inclusion in the show. Work must be exhibition ready, and two-dimensional pieces must be ready to hang.
• Exhibit – Gallery X will hold a 40th Anniversary Exhibit at the U Mass Dartmouth Women's Resource Center from September 15 to September 25, with a reception on Saturday, September 18, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm.
• Call for Art: What Are You Afraid Of? This installment will run from September 29 to October 23. This show will enable artists to confront their deepest fears... Open to all artists, $10 per piece entry fee, no jury. Artwork must be exhibition ready, two-dimensional pieces must be ready to hang. The opening reception for this exhibit will be Saturday October 9, from 7:00 to 10:00 pm.
Gallery X is located at 169 William Street, in the heart of New Bedford’s Upper William Street Arts District in the historic 1855 First Universalist Church. Gallery X hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, and on the second Thursday of every month from 5:00 to 9:00 pm with exhibits and programming as one of the venues for AHA!
Gallery X is a contemporary art gallery of visual, performing, and literary artists, which promotes a mission of cultural outreach through community partnerships, educational programs, and monthly exhibits. Gallery X is a non–profit, tax–exempt organization. Visit Gallery X online: www.GalleryX.org.
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Be a Part of the Road to Recovery
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The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program is in great need of volunteers to drive local cancer patients to and from their life-saving medical appointments. An integral part of treating cancer successfully is making sure cancer patients receive their treatments, but many find making transportation arrangements is a challenge. The American Cancer Society provided more than 7,900 rides to cancer patients in Massachusetts last year, but needs new volunteer drivers to keep up with the demand for transportation.
"I decided to get involved with the American Cancer Society's Road to Recovery program because it seemed like a very simple way to be able make a difference, and it was just one hour a month," said Beth Riccitelli of Somerset who has been a driver for almost two years. "I was also newly retired and didn't mind driving, so Road to Recovery was the ideal way to meet new people. It really feels good to be able to provide transportation to a patient in need of a ride. Everyone is so thankful, and I have been able to make some wonderful friends.”
You too can make a difference in the fight against cancer by becoming a driver for the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery. Drivers use their own vehicle to drive patients to and from their treatments. The schedule for volunteers is flexible, treatment appointments take place weekdays, primarily during business hours. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a volunteer driver for Road to Recovery, please contact your American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.
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Crafters Wanted
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The Fall Festival at the North Congregational Church in Middleboro is the perfect opportunity to gather with friends and stroll around Titicut Green. Whether looking for a unique gift item or locally made products like jams and jellies, the annual event has become renowned for its array of offerings.
Currently looking for new crafters and/or sellers, NCC is accepting applications for the September 25 festival. If you are interested in participating in the fair, please contact Elinore Pasquill at 508-947-0862 or you may also email her for further details or the application at edpteacher@aol.com.
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Healthy Eating for Older Adults
Categories: GeneralSend feedback » •Healthy Eating is a program for seniors who want to learn more about how nutrition and lifestyle changes can promote better health. The workshop is held once a week for six weeks, on Fridays until September 10 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm. The workshop location is the Acushnet Council on Aging building, located at 59 1/2 South Main Street, Acushnet, MA. For more information about the Healthy Eating program, or to register for the workshop, please contact Kimberly Ferreira at Coastline Elderly Services, Inc., 508-999-6400, ext. 194.
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Lloyd Center Events
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• Slocum River Regatta – Join your friends and neighbors at the Lloyd Center’ Fifth Annual Slocum River Regatta, “Southern New England’s Fall Rowing and Paddling Festival” on Saturday, September 11. Races will start promptly at 9:30 am and finish near the Lloyd Center’s new pier and dock, at the mouth of the Slocum River, traversing a two-mile closed-loop course on the tidal waters of one of New England’s most beautiful estuaries.
The regatta is open to single and double racing and recreational shells, kayaks, canoes, fixed-seat rowboats, five-oared whaleboats, six-oared pilot gigs, and, new this year, standup paddleboards, with separate Youth, Master and Elite divisions in all categories, and a special Youth-Master division in all double and tandem events. The emphasis of the regatta is on good fun and enjoyment of the scenic Slocum River. A light post-race lunch will be provided at the Awards Ceremony, immediately following the races at the Lloyd Center’s headquarters, located at 430 Potomska Road in Dartmouth.
September 11 presents a late-morning high tide at the mouth of the Slocum River. For guaranteed acceptance, Entry Applications must be received no later than 5:00 pm on Wednesday, September 8. Any applications received after 1:00 pm on Friday, September 10 may not be accepted. Entry fees are $20 per entry, plus $10 per competitor and are not refundable. All competitors in entries whose applications are received complete and fully paid by Monday, September 6, will receive a complimentary souvenir “Slocum River Regatta” T-shirt (on sale to the public, while supplies last on race-day, for $10). Additional information or Entry Application forms can be obtained by visiting www.lloydcenter.org</span> or by calling 508-558-2917.
• About the Lloyd Center – Founded in 1978 and situated with its headquarters and spectacular nature preserve overlooking the scenic Slocum River estuary in southeastern Massachusetts, the Lloyd Center For The Environment has achieved a well-earned reputation for excellence in environmental research and education. Through its innovative outreach programs, it has established itself as a highly regarded leader in the ongoing effort to raise awareness of the area’s fragile coastal resources and the importance of protecting them.
Trails are open from dawn to dusk, seven days a week. The Lloyd Center for the Environment is located at 430 Potomska Road, Dartmouth, Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.lloydcenter.org or call 508-990-0505.
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Millicent Library Fall Storytimes
Categories: GeneralSend feedback » •Because of the possible threat of Hurricane Earl, all ORR Schools will have an early release on Friday, September 3,2010. The ORR High School and Junior High School will be released at 11:30 am. The Center School, Old Hammondtown School and Sippican School will be released at 12:20 pm, and Rochester Memorial School will be released at 12:30 pm.
