This September the Mattapoisett Free Public Library has programs planned for teens and adults. Starting Tuesday, September 12 at 3 pm, Craft Tuesday returns to our Media Lab. Stop by for a quick craft and some fun. No registration is required. The Teen Advisory Board returns after a long break on Tuesday, September 12 […] Read more »
Over the course of Rochester’s almost 350 years of history, it has been home to many illustrious men and women. Some served in town, state and federal governments, while others stood out in the fields of religion and education. One resident, however, who fits in none of these categories, has had an enduring hold on […] Read more »
There are now more people over the age of 60 than under the age of 20, according to Dementia Friendly America Massachusetts. Marion’s Council on Aging is taking this seriously. On Tuesday, September 12, at 1:00 pm, the COA will host Dementia Friendly Massachusetts Project Director Patty Sullivan to introduce interested community members to […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center announces open auditions for its December production of Miracle on South Division Street, written by Tom Dudzick and directed by Donn Tyler and Maura Van Voris. Auditions will take place on Saturday, September 16, 12:00-2:00 pm and Sunday, September 17, 1:00-3:00 pm in the MAC’s Anne Braitmayer Webb Theater, located at […] Read more »
The Macy Women are back. After 10 years of going their separate ways, three sisters born of artistic heritage unite their art to tell their individual stories. Discover expressive illuminating palettes of color, with styles unique to each artist. The exhibit is a tie; a family ribbon that binds. The Macy Women: Separate Lives; […] Read more »
Some years ago, there was an art gallery in the building that once held the J.A. Hagen Toy Factory next to the old fire station across from the Cathay Temple restaurant. I worked in the factory one summer before college. It was a summer of misery, working in front of 100-degree ovens dressed in […] Read more »
There is no easy way to eradicate the nemesis of many coastal property owners – Phragmites. But mere mortals do try to curb this tenacious, rhizome-driven weed. On Monday night, the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission heard a Notice of Intent filing by Elizabeth Cannell of 5 Holly Woods Road. The applicant proposed a management […] Read more »
On Saturday, September 9 from 9 am to 1 pm, the Mattapoisett Congregational Church will once again host their annual yard sale in Reynard Hall, rain or shine. Lots of great items will be available, including small antiques, collectibles, home furnishings, housewares, sports equipment, books, small furniture, toys and games as well as new […] Read more »
The first meeting for the 2023-2024 season of the Rochester Women’s Club will be held on Wednesday September 13 at 6:30 pm. The Rochester Women’s Club is located at 37 Marion Road in Rochester. The mission of this club is support our objective of promoting civic, educational, intellectual and social interest among our members […] Read more »
The 139th Summer Season at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church concludes on Sunday, September 3. The Rev. Jeffrey Paull Cave, Retired Diocese of Atlanta, GA will conduct services at 8:00 am and 10:00 am using the 1928 Book of Common Prayer. Then at 4:00 pm, the Rev. Cave and the Rev. Benjamin Straley, Rector St. […] Read more »