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Mattapoisett Area Artists243 viewsThe Mattapoisett Area Artists opened their show at the Tinkamtown Helping Hands Society on Saturday, Sept. 21, and it continues this weekend. The exhibit includes paintings, pen-and-inks, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and more. Photo by Shawn Badgley.
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Mattapoisett Historical Society’s Fall Festival243 viewsKids of all ages gathered at the Mattapoisett Historical Society’s Fall Festival on Saturday to experience what life and work were like for generations past. For more on the fun and food, see page 13. Photos by Marilou Newell and Felix Perez.
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Quaker Flea Market243 viewsThe Mattapoisett Friends Meeting held its Quaker Flea Market and Yard Sale on Saturday at the meetinghouse grounds. Proceeds from the sale of books, toys, kitchen ware, paper, and collectible will benefit the 1827 structure’s restoration. Photos by Felix Perez.
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A Salty Holiday243 viewsSalty get's his holiday hat placed by Corey Silva of Brownell Systems. Photo by Paul Lopes
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Holiday Party at Shipyard Park243 viewsThe community turned out for a wonderful late afternoon of lights, music, food and fun at the annual Holiday Party at Shipyard Park in Mattapoisett hosted by the Lions Club. The Lions were collecting non-perishable food and unwrapped new toys to distribute to those in need during the holiday. In return those in attendance were treated to great food, drinks and crafts for the little ones. Photos by Felix Perez and Marilou Newell
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Annual Christmas Party243 viewsThe Mattapoisett Council on Aging held their Annual Christmas Party for Mattapoisett Seniors on Thursday, December 12. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Blind Date with a Book243 viewsThe Mattapoisett Library had a whole day of programs and activities in honor of Valentine’s Day. If you were looking for a new literary lover without all the hassle, the library set up a “Blind Date with a Book” display, where new books of all genres were wrapped up like secrets, waiting to be opened and cuddled up with over the long weekend. Photo by Jean Perry
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Old Hammondtown School 243 viewsOn Friday, May 2nd, the Old Hammondtown School sixth grade enjoyed another field trip to Nasketucket State Park. The Mattapoisett Land Trust once again supplied the buses; and local experts Phil Benjamin - state certified forester, Brian Butler - professional wildlife consultant, Donna Bernier - entomologist and Elizabeth Leidhold - Mattapoisett conservation agent/environmental educator volunteered their time and expertise for the morning excursion. The students had a chance to explore four different ecosy
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8th Annual Tiara 5K Mother’s Day Race243 viewsThe Women’s Fund held their 8th Annual Tiara 5K Mother’s Day Race, Walk and Fun Run on a lovely Sunday morning. Dozens turned out to enjoy the music, activities and lovely village course. For more information on the Women’s Fund visit: www.womensfundsema.org. Photos by Felix Perez
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Memorial Day 2014243 viewsScores of Mattapoisett residents gathered in front of the Mattapoisett Free Library the drizzly afternoon of May 26 to pay homage to veteran Americans who lost their lives. Onlookers filled the lawn and spilled out into the street to watch the Memorial Day ceremony with special guest speaker Navy Reserve Commander Paul J. Brawley who served more than 22 years of active duty and reserve service. After the ceremony, participants paraded through the town to the town wharf. Photo By Jean Perry
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Seniors Appreciation at Center School243 viewsOne of the highlights of the third-grade school year, students dressed up as famous Americans and treated senior citizens from the Council on Aging to a senior citizen appreciation breakfast the morning of June 6. The third-graders sang patriotic songs like the Star-Spangled Banner and My Country ‘Tis of Thee, dressed as the American figure of their choice. Photo by Jean Perry
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Lighten Up243 viewsThird-graders on June 16 performed their play “Lighten Up,” donning rainbow wigs, gigantic glasses, tutus, and brightly colored mustaches to remind everyone to not take themselves so seriously all the time. The students sang silly songs, told jokes, and offered some valuable advice like, “When life makes you sweat, wear deodorant!” By Jean Perry
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