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5th Annual 5K Turkey Trot519 viewsThere were 31 registered runners for this year’s 5th Annual 5K Turkey Trot for Marion Recreation on Sunday, November 22. The course takes runners from Tabor Academy down Front Street through the village and back again to Tabor. Adam Sylvia of Rochester took first place for men, and Julie Craig of Mattapoisett took first place for women. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Marion Christmas Stroll 519 viewsThe Marion Christmas Stroll is one of the quintessential holiday events in Tri-Town, with Santa making his grand entrance via boat and hopping aboard a horse-drawn carriage to ride through Marion village with some lucky kids who hop aboard with him. There were several Christmas celebrity sightings, and lots of music and entertainment into the evening. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Marion Fourth of July Parade519 viewsIf you made it to this year’s Marion Fourth of July parade, then you got to see the spectacular floats and parade displays all vying for that top prize, “Best in Parade.” Shown here is the float entry for Silveira Farms in Rochester. Photo by Colin Veitch
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Arts in the Park519 viewsThis Saturday, July 9, was the annual Arts in the Park event in Marion, sponsored by the Marion Art Center. Local artists display their handcrafted items in Bicentennial Park in the town village, while food vendors, live music, and children’s activities entertain festivalgoers. Photos by Jean Perry
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Marion Christmas Stroll519 viewsSunday, December 11, was the annual Marion Christmas Stroll when Santa greets the crowd at Town Wharf before mounting his horse-drawn carriage for a ride through Marion village.
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Coy Wolf519 viewsSteve Chicco spotted and captured this image of what he says is a “coy wolf” seen on Converse Point.
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Marion Natural History Museum519 viewsOn Wednesday, the Marion Natural History Museum's after school group brought in their collections of rocks and minerals, coins, coral, and even Star Wars figures. We spoke about the history of collecting nature-related artifacts worldwide, beginning with "cabinets of curiosities" owned by individuals through modern day museums, and how studying these specimens helps us gain historic perspective. The group explored the museum's collections of minerals, shells, bird eggs and nests, among many other items.
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Marion Natural History Museum519 viewsOn Wednesday, the Marion Natural History Museum's after school group brought in their collections of rocks and minerals, coins, coral, and even Star Wars figures. We spoke about the history of collecting nature-related artifacts worldwide, beginning with "cabinets of curiosities" owned by individuals through modern day museums, and how studying these specimens helps us gain historic perspective. The group explored the museum's collections of minerals, shells, bird eggs and nests, among many other items.
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Pizza with Santa519 viewsIt’s never Christmas in Marion until you’ve sat on Santa’s lap followed by a slice of pizza. Sunday was the annual Pizza with Santa, hosted by the Marion Police Brotherhood. Guests brought donated toys for families in need and enjoyed a hot slice of pizza with the man of the hour. Photos by Jean Perry
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Good People519 viewsThe Marion Art Center produced the play “Good People” last weekend to an outdoor audience at Bicentennial Park in Marion. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Art Center Shopping518 viewsShoppers got the chance to choose from unique pieces of artwork at the 2009 Marion Art Center Holiday Shop. Work from area artists included woodcarvings, paintings, fiber-arts, glass, and more. Photo by Anne OBrien-Kakley.
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Antique Car Show518 viewsOn Saturday, July 21, the Marion Recreation Department held their second annual Antique Car Show on the lawn at Silvershell Beach. There were nearly 20 entries in the show and trophies were awarded to the cars that received the most votes. All proceeds raised will benefit Marion Recreation programs. Photos by Katy Fitzpatrick.
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