National Fire Prevention Week is Sunday, October 5 through the Saturday, October 11. The Marion Fire Department will be holding their annual open house on Sunday, October 5 at Fire Station One, 50 Spring Street from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm. Demonstrations, children’s activities and interactive stations will be offered. There will also be an adult fire prevention seminar at Sippican School Auditorium on Thursday, October 9 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm. Identifying hazards in your home and electrical and generator safety will be discussed. We are looking forward to another fun and informational Fire Prevention Week.
The Mattapoisett Fire Department has scheduled its Annual Open House for October 9 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. There will be demonstrations on vehicle extraction and cooking fires, as well as fire apparatuses on display. Arts and crafts and a face painter will be on hand for the kids, and food and desserts will be served.
Winners of the student Fire Prevention Week poster contest will also be awarded during the open house, and prizes will be given to the top poster at Center School, Old Hammondtown, and ORR Junior High.
The Mattapoisett Fire Department will also be holding a special open house for senior citizens on October 14 at 11:00 am, followed by a free lunch at 12:00 pm. You can RSVP for the event by calling the Council on Aging at 508-758-4110. The COA can provide transportation for those who need it.