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Elizabeth Taber Statue542 viewsA murky morning gave way to a sun-drenched celebration of Elizabeth Taber as the bronze statue of “Marion’s Fairy Godmother” was officially unveiled on October 17 in Bicentennial Park. Representatives from the Celebrate Elizabeth Taber Committee, Town of Marion officials, and sculptor Erik Durant addressed a large gathering of citizens who collected stickers and enjoyed music by the Academy Brass Quartet along with cupcakes. See story by Marilou Newell. Photo by Ryan Feeney
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Historic Fire541 viewsA large hole shows the damage from the December 4 fire. According to Tom Dexter, the fire could have been worse, but thanks to the fast response from the Marion Fire Department and the houses insulation, the house is salvageable.
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Block Party!541 viewsIt was a little earlier than usual, but the annual Marion Block Party on August 28, 2010 went off without a hitch. Children enjoyed cotton candy, a bounce house and face-painting, while the grown-ups enjoyed conversation and good weather. It was an appropriate send-off to summer, before Old Rochester schools started back up on September 1. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Halloween Parade541 viewsThrongs of costumed children hit the streets in Marion for the towns annual Halloween parade on October 31, 2010. Photos by Paul Lopes
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Sippican House Tour541 viewsThe Sippican Women's Club hosted their 25th Holiday House Tour on Saturday, December 10, 2011. The theme this year – "A Tropical Christmas" – brought a splash of color to the annual event, along with sand, Tiki bars, and flamingo motifs. Even though it was a chilly December day, attendees enjoyed the warmth of the tropics on the tour. Next year, Handy's Tavern will be decorated to look like 1812. Photo by Laura Fedak Pedulli.
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Arts In The Park541 viewsThe Marion Art Center held its sixth annual Arts In The Park craft fair in Bicentennial Park, on July 7, 2012. The fair featured crafts and artwork created by local and regional artisans. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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Pinewood Derby541 viewsOn Saturday, March 2nd 2013, The Cubs Scout Pack 32 held a pinewood derby at the Community Hall of the Congregational Church in Marion. The results were 1st Lucas Marcolini, 2nd Brendan Hubbard, 3rd Nathaniel Bangs, and 4th Nate Robertson. All four move on to regional finals in New Bedford later this month. Other awards included, Best Theme to Connor Lavoie for his Batmobile, Best Design to David Strom for Kool Kone and Best Paint Job to Max Richins for Bulldog. Photos by Felix Perez
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Boats from Recycled Materials541 viewsYoungsters gather last Thursday for the Mattapoisett Historical Society’s event making boats out of recycled materials. Rainy conditions only added to the fun, as the kids were able to test the seaworthiness of their crafts in a small pool outside of the museum. Photos by Shawn Badgley.
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Gingerbread House Gala541 viewsBuzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity held a Gingerbread House Gala and Silent Auction fund raising event on Thursday, December 5. There was choir music, pianist Al Russo, handcrafted gingerbread houses and a silent. Photos by Felix Perez
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Marion Village Stroll 541 viewsThe Marion Village Stroll on Sunday includes a visit from Santa who arrived by boat and then was transported by wagon to meet the children. Photo by Felix Perez
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Author Kathleen Brunelle541 viewsAuthor Kathleen Brunelle and Sue Grainger at the Sippican Women’s Club on Friday. Brunelle
is the author of Bellamy’s Bride and Cape Cod’s Highfield & Tanglewood: A Tale of Two Cottages. Photo by Joan Hartnett-Barry
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Sippican Schooner 5k and Mini Fun Run 541 views Sunday, May 4 was a perfect day for a fun run through Marion, and about 200 people turned out to participate in VASE’s second annual Sippican Schooner 5k and Mini Fun Run to raise money for educational programs at Sippican Elementary School. VASE member Diana Martin organized the event, with the support of about 12 volunteers who assisted that morning in making sure the two races went off without a hitch. Photo by Felix Perez
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