Should you be taking a daily aspirin? First, a little bit of (easy) basic science: We cut ourselves all the time, and nature has given us protection against bleeding to death every time this happens. The first line of defense is our platelets, small blood particles that go to the site of disrupted […] Read more »
Charlotte Cole of Mattapoisett and Victoria Sullivan of Marion received their degrees in May as part of the Class of 2024 at Roger Williams University. Roger Williams University Announces 2024 Graduates BRISTOL, RI (07/29/2024)– The following students received their degrees at Roger Williams University in May as part of the Class of 2024; […] Read more »
As summer comes to a close, fun will still be had at the Mattapoisett Library Children’s Room. Toddler Shell Painting will take place on Saturday, August 3 at 10:30 am. Bring your little one by to paint a cute shell. Recommended for ages one and up. Registration required. The last Storytime at Munro […] Read more »
Every four years the best athletes of the world gather to compete for the title of “World Champion” of this or that. This year the Olympics are being held in Paris, France, the City of Light and the home of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral and sweat. Summer temperatures in Paris […] Read more »
The yard sale is just days away and the museum is getting crowded. We have a very eclectic collection of items for sale. Everything from an antique bed frame to a really cool bunch of fishing lures. There is bedding, dishes, machines to help your back, your feet or to make expresso. As always, there […] Read more »
Tuesday Night Results July 23 It was a beautiful night on the water Tuesday as the Ensign class battled it out in a 10-12 mph breeze. The first race showcased a one-on-one duel between Black Ice and Odyssey with the rest of the fleet well behind. Black Ice came away with the victory. In […] Read more »
In his July 24 report to the Marion Conservation Commission, Conservation Agent Doug Guey-Lee sought guidance after he learned that unauthorized cutting of vegetation has been taking place at 5 Main Street. The Harbormaster sent Guey-Lee a video of weed-whacking seaward of the seawall. Having spoken by phone with homeowner Michelle Russell, Guey-Lee […] Read more »
We are so fortunate to have science-based programs that are easily accessible. Whether you are seeking educational programming for your children or for yourself, the Marion Natural History Museum offers that and so much more. On July 24, Derek Perry, invertebrate biologist for the Massachusetts Department of Marine Fisheries, gave a presentation primarily […] Read more »
The topic of this article comes not from the files in the museum, but from the attic of our 1857 church. Preparing our new exhibit was somewhat labor intensive, so I happened to be there alone around 6:00 one Saturday. I was startled by a loud and heavy sounding scrabbling noise in the ceiling. […] Read more »
The July 25 meeting of the Mattapoisett Marine Advisory Board may have been short on agenda items but it was, in fact, heavy with importance. After remotely opening the meeting, Chairman Carlos DaSousa asked the board for feedback on such matters as emergency evacuation planning, stormwater management as it pertains to flooding of […] Read more »