This week in Revolutionary War history, let’s check up on what was going on 250 years ago in the early-United States. Last week, General George Washington continued to press the Continental Congress for more innovative recruitment techniques, as the number of men dwindled in this crucial hour, especially as the end of the year […] Read more »
Flutist Wendy Rolfe and pianist Deborah DeWolf Emery will perform “A Flute Spectacular: Celebrating the Americas” on Sunday, October 25, at 4:00 pm. The concert will take place at the First Congregational Church of Marion. The performance will highlight flutes and music of the Americas by one of the leading performers on historical and […] Read more »
The Lamb of God Christian Church of Mattapoisett will be presenting the following events in October: Sunday Church Services are held every Sunday at 6:00 pm at the American Legion Hall, 3 Depot Street; the Adult Bible Study is held at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, in the lower meeting room, on October 21 […] Read more »
Join us for a Teen Craft Workshop on October 20 at 3:00 pm. Draw a Halloween still life using oil pastels with librarian guidance. All supplies provided and registration required. It is recommended to wear clothes that can get dirty. For youth in grades 7-12. Email faguiar@sailsinc.org with questions. Help us make the library […] Read more »
Marion and Mattapoisett held their popular annual Fire Department open houses during Fire Prevention Week, offering families a chance to learn about fire safety and meet local first responders. The Mattapoisett Fire Department welcomed “several hundred people” to their open house on Thursday, October 8, according to Fire Chief Andrew Murray. The event, […] Read more »
The Conservation Commission met on October 7 in the Marion Police Station conference room and discussed how to address an unknown brush cutter working within the wetlands buffer zone around Seaside Lane and Holly Lane. Conservation Agent Doug Guey-Lee received a complaint last month about someone encroaching on their private property with a brush […] Read more »
Cushing Cemetery is holding its biannual meeting on Saturday, October 24, at 10:00 am, downstairs at the Mattapoisett Library. All board members and trustees are encouraged to attend. Our meetings are also open to the public. Read more »
For the first time, the Republican Town and City Committees of Marion, Mattapoisett, Rochester, Fairhaven, Acushnet, New Bedford, Dartmouth and Westport are joining together to host a Southcoast Meet the Candidates Night on Thursday, October 22. The event will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 57 Fairhaven Road (Route 6), Mattapoisett. Light […] Read more »
The Rochester Historical Society Museum exhibit, “Rochester and the Revolution,” will be open Sundays from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. We are also happy to open by appointment. You can do this by calling 617-750-2818 or 508-295-8908. Read more »
Like inconstant lovers, the garden and gardener go into chill mode as autumn advances. It’s never easy, and while the ground is still warm, the transition can be downright painful. Listening to Roy Orbison’s immortal lines, “Golden days before they end / Whisper secrets to the wind,” from his song “It’s Over,” captures the […] Read more »