Mattapoisett Library Artist Series

Visit the Mattapoisett Free Public Library between August 1 and 31 for the premiere showing of a new digital art exhibit called “Digital Illustrations” by Fairhaven resident and recent high school graduate G. Santos. Santos designed and created a series of illustrations using only an iPad and his imagination. With this exhibit, Santos aims to […] Read more »

Forever Young: Winner Credits Coaching Couple

            Tyler Young’s victory in Sunday’s Mattapoisett Lions Club Triathlon was so convincing that it seemed the 2024 Old Rochester Regional High School graduate could have gone out and done a second triathlon in the afternoon.             Keyed by his 6:02 mile pace in the 3.1-mile run that completed the competition, Young’s overall winning time […] Read more »

Jerome P. “Jerry” Janousek

Jerome P. “Jerry” Janousek, 84, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, at the New Bedford Jewish Nursing Home. He was the beloved husband of Nancy J. (Hill) Janousek, with whom he shared 58 years of marriage.             Jerry was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, the son of the late Emil and […] Read more »

Path Benefits from Teamwork

            In his July 11 Point Road Path Update to the Marion Open Space Acquisition Commission, Chairman John Rockwell told the members that he has procured some straw-waddle rolls that has benefited from some old-fashioned muscle for installation.             MOSAC member Tom Friedman and area resident Shaun Walsh are helping install the batches or the […] Read more »

New Bedford Symphony Unveils New Season

The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Yaniv Dinur are pleased to announce the 2024-2025 “We Are Your Symphony” video and concert series.             In this powerful new video, see how the NBSO works every day to be your symphony. This video not only showcases the talent and dedication of orchestra members but also […] Read more »

Garden Party Art Show

Plans for our third annual art show are underway at the Rochester Council on Aging, showcasing our finest artists. It will be an evening filled with many different expressions of art and a chance to decide which piece is your favorite in our People’s Choice Awards.             Applications for our Rochester artists (over 60 please) […] Read more »

Eras End at EMC

            Marion’s Energy Management Committee meeting Monday started with personnel changes, the biggest of which being the resignation of a veteran member.             Bill Saltonstall, a founding member of the board who has served on it for 14 years, submitted a resignation letter and announced that this would be his last meeting as a full […] Read more »

Why Do My Feet Tingle?

            Peripheral neuropathy is a common condition, affecting some 6% of adults 45 or older.             What is it, what causes it and what can you do about it?             Our nervous system consists of the central nervous system (CNS) – the brain and spinal cord – and the nerves that carry sensation to and […] Read more »

August Activities and Events at the Mattapoisett Library

Summer is in full swing at the Mattapoisett Library. This month, we have various activities to keep adults and teens busy.             Our summer yoga series continues on the library’s lawn on Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, and 22, at 10:30 am. Sessions will be guided by Andrea DeVeau-Cabral. In the event of inclement weather, […] Read more »

Book (re)Marks: What’s up this month at Plumb?

Welcome to Book (re)Marks, all the info you need about what’s happening at the Library this month. There is still plenty of summer fun left to be had. Our August book display features a selection of light reading, perfect for those long, lazy days by the pool or in the hammock.             The Summer Reading […] Read more »