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Rockets502 viewsMattapoisett Library hosted Dr. Sandra Pearl of SEED Education on September 21. SEED is a regional, nonprofit organization run by Ph.D. scientists with a passion for empowering teachers with the confidence to instill a love of science in their students. Pearl led a group of eager students through science experiments geared to launching things into the air. There was age-appropriate physics, chemistry and just plain fun. The activity was made possible through a grant from the Mattapoisett Cultural Council.
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Salty the Sea Horse502 viewsSalty the Sea Horse's red underbelly was painted anew last week by Pete Davies (pictured), along with Matt Urquhart and Mike Huguenin, as the Mattapoisett Land Trust opened a season of anticipation of the MLT’s 50th anniversary next April. Photos by Mick Colageo and courtesy Mike Huguenin
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Disaster Drill501 viewsFairhaven Fire Department hosted a full-scale exercise to improve emergency response in the region. Mattapoisett, Rochester, Dartmouth, Freetown, Acushnet, and New Bedford all responded to a disaster that simulated an accident between a school bus and an oil truck at Livesey Park in Fairhaven. Twenty drama students from New Bedford Vocational High School played the part of injured students who were assessed and treated for injuries. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Plumb Corner Halloween501 viewsRain didn't stop a few brave trick or treaters from coming to the October 24 Plumb Corner Halloween celebration. Businesses at Plumb Corner provided candy and shelter from the rain. A tent in the Plumb Corner field held a ghoulishly good time, with a devilish D.J. and Halloween-themed music. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley.
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Electronics Recycling501 viewsDespite the rain, Boy Scout Troop #31 in Rochester held an Electronics Recycling Day at Plumb Corner on October 24. They loaded up a truck with old monitors, televisions, microwaves and assorted appliances for recycling. The troop also collected cell phones, bottles and cans. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley.
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Art Center Shopping501 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 O’Brien-Kakley.
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Library Crafts501 viewsOn Saturday, December 19, 2009, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library hosted a ornament-making session. Children made seaside-themed holiday ornaments that included seashells, starfish, whelks, and everyone's favorite, Salty the Seahorse. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Dixie Diehards 501 viewsThe Dixie Diehards Jazz Band will perform at a cabaret evening at the Marion Art Center on Saturday, September 25 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $10 for MAC members, $12.50 general admission. The Art Center is located at the corner of Main and Pleasant Streets in Marion. Call 508-748-1266 for more information. Photo courtesy of the Marion Art Center.
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Open House501 viewsThe Mattapoisett Fire Department opened its doors last Thursday, October 14, 2010, to residents interested learning about its life-saving work. The event was part of Fire Safety Month. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Ride for Alex501 viewsEvent organizer Tammy Foisy poses with Alex Pateakos at the fifth annual Ride for Alex poker run on September 18, 2011. Ms. Foisy, a former nurse to Alex, coordinates the event each year with her husband Scott. Proceeds from the event offset costs, not covered by insurance, related to Alex's well-being. Photo by Shawn Sweet.
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Rochester Halloween501 viewsMaya Lannan was feeling green as a Fun Goth Girl at the October 29, 2011 Plumb Corner Halloween party. Photo by Shawn Sweet.
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MHS Caroling501 viewsThe Mattapoisett Historical Society hosted a caroling event on Sunday, December 11, 2011. About 25 people gathered at the Museum and Carriage House at 5 Church Street and then meandered throughout the village to spread Holiday cheer. A caroling favorite for the children was Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman – adult carolers preferred "We Wish You a Merry Christmas". Photo by Anne Kakley.
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