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Mattapoisett Christmas236 viewsSanta, Rudolph, and Frosty -- plus food, crafts for kids, and the annual tree lighting are some of the hallmarks of a Mattapoisett Christmas. The Mattapoisett Lion’s Club in partnership with local businesses hosted the annual tree lighting at Shipyard Park on Saturday, December 13. The Lions also collected toys and canned goods in support of local charities. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Monarch Moment236 viewsElla Gillen, 10, and Sofia Gillen, 8, watched a chrysalis that originated from their backyard hatch on Tuesday at the Mattapoisett Library. It was serendipity that the two girls were there with their mother, Tracy, to catch the chrysalis beginning to break open to release a fully developed Monarch butterfly into the world. Photos by Jean Perry
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Salty’s Silvery Moon Soiree236 viewsOn October 25, families gathered around the fire with Salty the Seahorse to enjoy some storytelling and the general splendor of nighttime in Dunseith Gardens. Salty’s Silvery Moon Soiree is a fall tradition sponsored by the Mattapoisett Land Trust. Guests enjoy s’mores and cider, music, and stories told by Toby Gills. Center School students created special lanterns for the event. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Opening Day236 viewsResidents of Marion and Mattapoisett celebrated the grand opening of their beloved town beaches on Saturday, June 25. At Silvershell Beach in Marion, the Marion Recreation Department provided an array of food, fun, and games for beachgoers, and in Mattapoisett, kids enjoyed face painting, sack races, and, of course, plenty of sun. Photos by Colin Veitch
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3rd annual Great Community Picnic 236 viewsBeautiful scenery and a lively communal spirit thrived at the Munro Preserve for the 3rd annual Great Community Picnic hosted by the Mattapoisett Land Trust and Historical Society. Photos by Caleb Jagoda
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Fire Station Groundbreaking236 viewsOn June 30 officials and community members held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the new Mattapoisett fire station adjacent to the police station on Route 6. Chief Andrew Murray thanked the voters and town boards for their overwhelming support after what he said was a nearly four-decade effort to secure funding for a safe, modern structure. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Wintertime236 viewsPhoto by Teresa Dall
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Heritage Days Bike Parade235 viewsDozens of children gathered at the Center School to showcase their best bicycles and doll carriages in a parade for Heritage Days. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Brad’s Run235 viewsMotorcycle enthusiasts and friends of the late Brad Barrows from far and wide gathered on Saturday for the Brad’s Run fundraiser, celebrating the life of the Mattapoisett bar owner and supporting local sports programs, schools, and more. Photos by Marilou Newell.
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A Salty Holiday235 viewsSalty get's his holiday hat placed by Corey Silva of Brownell Systems. Photo by Paul Lopes
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Library Treasures235 viewsWord spread of the Antiques Roadshow-style fundraiser at the Mattapoisett Library on March 29, attracting scores of South Coasters clutching their treasures, antiques, and heirlooms for appraisal and admiration, hoping Francis McNamee of the Marion Antique Shop might discover worth in their belongings beyond their sentimental value. Paying $5 per item appraised, some brought primitive dolls, old books, tea sets, and artwork. By Jean Perry
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8th Annual Tiara 5K Mother’s Day Race235 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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