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ORRJHS Jazz Band619 viewsAs part of the FORM concert series, the ORRJHS Jazz Band, directed by Richard Laprise, and the ORRHS Chorus and Jazz Band, directed by Richard Barnicle, performed a program drawing on a broad range of styles and influences on April 11. FORM (Friends of Old Rochester Music) President Kathleen Kvilhaug spoke about the ORR music programs' most recent distinction, the NAMM Foundation's recognition for Outstanding Support of Music Education, along with new awards ORRHS won during the recent trip to Nashville, TN
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Drip Art619 viewsAfter school on April 22, a group of students headed right over to the Taber Library for an afternoon of “drip art” and making buttons to pin on the button mural as “Art Month” at the library comes to a close. Photos by Jean Perry
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Gaga Pit at Center School618 viewsPaul McLaughlin of Mattapoisett Troop 53 has completed his Eagle Scout Project – a Gaga Pit at Center School. McLaughlin, a freshman at Old Colony, wanted to build the Gaga pit where everyone could access to enjoy a game of Gaga ball. The game is played inside the octagon pit with a soft ball. The ball is hit with the hand at opponents within the Gaga pit below the knees to get them ‘out’. The full set of rules can be found on a plaque hung within the pit, which is there for all to enjoy
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Touch-A-Truck 618 viewsMarion Recreation held its 8th annual Touch-A-Truck event at Washburn Park on May 11. The turnout exceeded past Kids Equipment Fun Day events in Marion, especially last year’s, which was repeatedly postponed and then canceled altogether. The weather was sublime this year, drawing hundreds to the park for some fun and free food courtesy of the Recreation Department. Photos by Jean Perry
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Memorial Day in Marion618 viewsMarion’s Memorial Day observances included guest speaker Professor James Holmes of the US Naval War College. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Cardboard Boats618 viewsSCOPE Week meant big fun at the beach in Mattapoisett for ORR Junior High seventh-graders who built their own boats and then raced them on June 5 in Mattapoisett. While half the students head off for Survival, the others enjoy a week of equally challenging tasks of the 40-year tradition of SCOPE that gives students a chance to learn while learning about themselves and each other. Photos by Jean Perry
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Flag Day618 viewsThe students of Center School observed Flag Day, Friday, June 14, outside near the flagpole. Also being the last day of school for the year, Principal Rosemary Bowman addressed the children, reminding them how blessed they are to be American and living in Mattapoisett. Photos by Jean Perry
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Marion 4th of July parade 618 viewsThis year’s Marion July 4th parade was bigger and better than ever, with more spectators, more floats, and, yes, more candy! Photos by Jean Perry
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Mattapoisett Recreation618 viewsMattapoisett Recreation was the recipient of a $1,000 donation from the Brad Barrows Memorial Bike Run Committee. Committee Chair Margie Barrows is pictured presenting the check. Donations provide aid to Tri-Town residents to participate in athletic programs. This year will be the 10th Memorial Bike Run. Mattapoisett Recreation thanks the committee for its continued support and commitment to the youth of the Tri-Town area. Photo courtesy Greta Fox
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Annual Halloween Costume Contest 618 viewsThe Mattapoisett Police Department’s Annual Halloween Costume Contest had spectators spinning in circles as the most creative than ever costumes paraded around the Center School gymnasium Thursday night. The costumes were such a hit, even the judges had a hard time choosing the winners of each age group. Photos by Jean Perry
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ORRJH Thanksgiving618 views
The students of Old Rochester Regional Junior High on November 24 hosted their annual Thanksgiving banquet for the senior citizens of Tri-Town – a tradition made possible by the volunteer staff and students who spend hours decorating, cooking, serving, and cleaning up after so seniors can get a taste of the school community’s gratitude for their support. Photos by Jean Perry
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Santa Run 618 viewsSaturday, December 7, was the Santa Run 5k through the village of Mattapoisett. Usually held in New Bedford, race organizer Geoff Smith moved the race to Mattapoisett, flooding the village streets with hundreds of Santas – and a few Christmas miniature horses, as well. Photos by Jean Perry
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