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Crescent Beach34 viewsStunning sunset from Crescent Beach. Photo by Faith Ball
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Marion Police Self Defense Class34 viewsOn November 6 and 8, women ages 15 and up learned basic, self-defense strategies from Marion Police Officer Captain Carl MacDermott III at the Music Hall. Awareness of one’s surroundings was a prime message, and participants practiced moves under assault. The program gave women confidence to protect themselves. “We learned basic self-defense stances and how to protect the face … the second night built on first-session skills,” said Cindy Macallister of Mattapoisett
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Soapbox Derby34 viewsMarion Cub Scouts Pack 32 hosted its annual Soapbox Derby on Sunday morning on Holmes Street, where children competed in races in homemade racecars. Finishing first was James Whipple of Marion Pack 32, and in second place was Mason Rivera of Rochester Pack 30. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Rochester Christmas Tree34 viewsThe town enjoyed a beautiful Monday evening and a large turnout, as children gathered on the steps of Town Hall to sing carols, and Santa Claus arrived with a Fire Department escort to hand out candy canes. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Rochester Christmas Tree34 viewsThe town enjoyed a beautiful Monday evening and a large turnout, as children gathered on the steps of Town Hall to sing carols, and Santa Claus arrived with a Fire Department escort to hand out candy canes. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Sailors' Valentines 34 viewsLeo Couto, 4, with his mother Bethany Couto of Mattapoisett and Eric Lindo of Dartmouth were among those participating in the Mattapoisett Land Trust program of Sailors' Valentines that took place on February 23 at the Mattapoisett Museum. Photos courtesy MLT
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Sippican Elementary School34 viewsThanks in part to a donation from Tabor Academy, Sippican Elementary School has new recreational equipment. Photos courtesy ORR District
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Mattapoisett34 viewsPhoto by Jen Shepley
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Mattapoisett Public Library33 viewsOn March 19, the Mattapoisett Public Library hosted another chapter in their sustainability programing with a taste testing of plant-based alternatives to cow's milk. "Milk" from oatmeal, almonds, coconuts, rice, flax seed, soy and even hemp were sipped and evaluated on several criteria including taste. The consensus was mixed with some milks tasting too strongly of their base ingredient such as almonds, too sweet and even too salty, while others passed the test.
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Marion Natural History Museum33 viewsGeologist and social worker James Pierson of Mattapoisett gave a hands-on presentation about minerals and fossils to youngsters on March 16 at the Marion Natural History Museum under the direction of Liz Leidhold. The afterschool program is one of several being offered by the museum, an institution now celebrating its 150th anniversary. To learn more about programs for the young and young at heart visit marionmuseum.org. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Mattapoisett Woman’s Club33 viewsAt the Mattapoisett Woman’s Club luncheon on March 17, members donated to support World Central Kitchen for Ukraine and filled a jar with cash and checks totaling $500. The next afternoon, March 18, several members of the Garden Group collaborated to create window-box displays at the Mattapoisett Post Office. The design was created by Sharon Doyon to show support for the people of Ukraine. The Garden Group was honored to have several people stop to comment and thank them for their efforts
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After Class Enrichment 33 viewsPerforming arts and drama courses were offered as part of this year's After Class Enrichment (A.C.E.) sessions at Sippican Elementary School. Students combined painted glass and sand art, assisted by Tabor After School Community Service Volunteers, created clay handles for their vases as part of a collaborative project with the Marion Historical Society, participated in 3D printing, and worked on "Once Upon a Time" STEAM activities.
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