The National Bird in Marion

            An unexpected guest arrived at Piney Point Beach on Sunday to take a break from the harassment of two ospreys. When an adult, a telltale sign of this creature is their sharp claws, pointed beak, and white head. If you guessed a bald eagle, you are correct! The eagle that landed on the beach […] Read more »

Ready, Set, Puzzle

Join in the fun for an exciting teen and adult program from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, August 8, at the Marion Music Hall. Emma Williamson will share her journey from casual puzzle enthusiast to World Championship competitor, while demonstrating the techniques and strategies that help speed puzzlers complete jigsaw puzzles in astonishing […] Read more »

Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library Book

The Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library are hosting their annual fall book sale on Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9 at the Marion Music Hall located at 164 Front Street in Marion.             You’ll be able to find gently used books, puzzles, and games. The sale is open from 9:00 am to 2:00 […] Read more »

Summer Break: Not For Admin

            At their first meeting following the start of summer break across the Tri-Town, the Old Rochester Regional School Committee met on Zoom on July 1, though it was noted Superintendent Michael Nelson was present at Old Rochester Regional for the meeting.             Opening with an Executive Session, the committee quickly held three votes. The […] Read more »

Midsummer Day’s Dream

            “Happy Summer!” flashes the sign in East Fairhaven.             Yes, that pretty well sums up how I feel these days.             We’re in the thick of it now. Mid-July. Mid-school vacation. Summer has hit its stride, and I feel as though I have too. There is absolutely nothing better. Well…except that I keep looking […] Read more »

Marion Social Club Scholarships

The Marion Social Club is pleased to announce the awarding of three scholarships to the following high school graduates:             Leah Hollenbeck from Old Colony Vocational Technical High School was awarded the William H. Claflin, Jr. scholarship in the amount of $2,500.00.             Caroline Houdelette from Old Rochester Regional High School was awarded a $1,500.00 […] Read more »

Line & Wash Watercolor Batik

We invite students to explore the luminous and textured world of Line and Wash Watercolor Batik on Kinwashi Paper. This immersive, hands-on workshop teaches students how to combine bold waterproof marker linework with flowing watercolor washes and layers of wax resist to create uniquely vibrant and textured works. Participants will work directly on delicate Kinwashi […] Read more »

Adult Events at the Mattapoisett Library

Our summer schedule is packed at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow Street.             MFPL is hosting a family movie showing of “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,” on Tuesday, July 28 at 6:00 pm. This event is designed for community members of all ages, no registration required.             Learn about Misinformation in […] Read more »

Nature Programs for All Ages

Our summer reading program, “Plant a Seed, Read,” seeks to grow connections with the community through an upcoming series of nature programming at the Elizabeth Taber Library. Visit elizabethtaberlibrary.org/events for information on all of our upcoming programs.             Kids can learn about how animals survive in the wild with Joy from Joys of Nature on […] Read more »

Important Development Discussions

            The Mattapoisett Planning Board met on Monday in a hybrid-format in Town Hall and on Zoom. On then docket were discussions, no votes, on a residential development expansion off North Street, the proposed Cottage Community Development By-Law, and the Fall Town Meeting.             The board began by discussing a proposed 4-lot Special Residential Development […] Read more »