Mattapoisett has a new Town Band director, Jayson E. Newell, a music teacher for 17 years. Newell has worked in Wareham, Barnstable and Fall River school districts, has been a member of seven bands and groups performing traditional band pieces as well as with a jazz ensemble. Newell said there are 44 Town Band […] Read more »
One of the main concerns of the Marion Planning Board has been the town’s increasing senior population and inside of that segment, many who are challenged to economically sustain residency in their hometown. So it was without hesitation that the board voted during its public meeting on Monday night at the Police Station […] Read more »
Let me make this perfectly clear, I have nothing against Mickey Mouse. Everyone likes Mickey, who has always appeared to be a fine character, even though his boss is cheap and didn’t pay very well. Disney once sent me a bill for 36 cents, saying they had overpaid me for an illustration I […] Read more »
Seeking a few good friends. If you have spare time and an aspiration to get involved in supporting the library, the Friends would love to have you join them. Time commitments are minimal and usually includes a monthly meeting plus a weekend book sale for a total of four hours each month. The Friends […] Read more »
The First Congregational Church of Marion Summer Fair is coming soon. Join the fun on Saturday, July 29 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The Fair happens right on Main Street and throughout the church grounds at 28 Main Street. This is the Fair that everyone looks forward to each year. Children can enjoy […] Read more »
The spring sports American Rivers Conference all-academic teams were announced and 57 Central College student-athletes were honored for their academic and athletic excellence. Adam Sylvia, Class of 2023 from Rochester, is on the Men’s track and field team and earned a 3.65 GPA majoring in business management. Chase Guard of Marion has been named […] Read more »
Dale and Laura Briggs hope their boat docked at their 23 Dexter Road property will stop getting pushed around. During the June 28 meeting of the Marion Conservation Commission, the Briggs’ Notice of Intent application was heard, the proposed solution being installation of boat-mooring piles. Their representative, David Davignon of Schneider, Davignon & […] Read more »
On July 1, the Benjamin Cushing Community Center in Marion was the venue for a first-of-its-kind event: a community reading of Frederick Douglass’ July 4, 1852, speech. The event was hosted by the Marion Art Center, Tri-Town Against Racism and the Marion Council on Aging. Before the community reading, keynote speaker Dr. Moise Saint-Louis, […] Read more »
Cool off at the Mattapoisett Library with film and art. Take in a classic film on Friday, July 7 at 1:00 pm as our series, First Fridays Film Club, continues in the summer. Enjoy some popcorn and air conditioning as you watch an 80’s cult classic. No registration is required and the film is […] Read more »
Summer reading has begun at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. Visit the children’s room anytime to sign up and receive a badge book, book BINGO sheet and a necklace. On Thursday, July 6 at 3:30 pm, children ages 8+ can create some fun art out of sea glass. Visit our website to register. […] Read more »