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Waterman Reunion376 viewsThe Third Annual Waterman School Reunion took place at the Rochester Memorial School on Saturday, September 12 attracting over 100 former students of the venerable elementary school. Waterman school, which was in the building that now houses the Rochester Fire Department, was the forerunner to RMS during the first half of the Twentieth Century. The theme for this year's gathering was The War Years, remembering the World War II era. Photo by Robert Chiarito
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Waterman Reunion376 viewsThe Third Annual Waterman School Reunion took place at the Rochester Memorial School on Saturday, September 12 attracting over 100 former students of the venerable elementary school. Waterman school, which was in the building that now houses the Rochester Fire Department, was the forerunner to RMS during the first half of the Twentieth Century. The theme for this year’s gathering was The War Years, remembering the World War II era. Photo by Robert Chiarito
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Antiques in Rochester376 viewsFrank H. McNamee, antiques expert, appraises a WWI German canteen at Rochester Woman's Club Antique and Collectible show on November 29, 2009. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Tree Lighting376 viewsRochester held its annual tree lighting on Monday, December 7, 2009 at Rochester Town Hall. Visitors were treated to the sounds of the Rochester Memorial School band and chorus before the tree was lit. Santa made a grand entrance on a fire truck. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Christmas Holiday Shop376 viewsSt. Anthony’s and St. Rita’s parishioners combined efforts to give the community a Christmas Holiday Shop and Celebration on Saturday, December 5, 2009. The basement of St. Anthony’s church was decked out in snowflakes, wreaths, bells, bows, and a Santa sleigh. Santa listened patiently as children told him what they wanted for Christmas. A beautiful bake table tempted visitors with gooey confections and warm malasadas were enjoyed by all. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Santa's Arrival376 viewsMarion children gave a rock star’s welcome to Santa Claus, who arrived at Marion’s Annual Holiday Stroll by boat on December 13. The pouring rain didn’t stop Santa from spreading candy and holiday cheer to the crowd of exciting children. Clydesdale horses waited patiently to take visitors on a stroll through the village, and the town Christmas tree was lit at Bicentennial Park. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Historic Fire376 viewsA view from the ground shows the damage done to the rear of the historically significant home. Captain Joshua Slocum, famous for sailing around the globe single-handedly, stayed as a boarder at the house in the early 1900s.
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Reading Time376 viewsMittens and hats hang from a clothesline at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library as a part of the Gifts to Give drive, which will supply winter clothing to area residents in need. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Sippican Women's Club376 viewsTwo friendly mugs sit on a shelf and over the look the finger foods and friendly conversation at a February 12, 2010 Sippican Women’s Club meeting. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Hillbilly Hoedown376 viewsA Hillbilly Dinner Dance was held at Redman Hall in Wareham on Saturday, February 27, 2010 to benefit the 11th annual Rochester Country Fair. After dinner, Twinkies were provided for dessert and The Relics provided music. This year's Rochester Country Fair will be held on August 19, 20 and 21 at Plumb Corner and the theme will be “Hillbilly Days”. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Space Camp!376 viewsRochester sixth grader Joshua Winsper got the chance of a lifetime when he attended the first Space Camp for Little People in November of 2008. His experience on the show was featured in an episode of TLC’s “Little People, Big World” on June 7, 2010. Photo courtesy of Karen Winsper.
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Life of a Dog376 views“Clark Davis And Her Dogs” is the theme of the Marion Art Center's Fourth of July float, which will be in the Marion parade on July 5. Cecil Clark Davis (1877-1955), an animal lover, was one of Marion's most famous artist residents and is remembered for her elegant portraits. In the spirit of Cecil and her dogs, the Marion Art Center invites dog owners to participate in their festive float for the "WestMarionster Dog Show." The parade route is about two miles. Please call 508-748-1266 to participate.
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