The Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will be holding its annual caucus on Saturday, July 17, at 10:30 am via Zoom. The purpose of this caucus is to elect delegates who will represent Mattapoisett at the State Democratic Convention. During this year’s convention, delegates will participate in drafting the 2021 Massachusetts Democratic Party Platform. The convention […] Read more »
Effective July 1, Marion Public Health Nurse Lori Desmarais will also officially begin in an expanded role as the town’s public health director/nurse after a vote by the Marion Board of Health on June 23. During a brief Zoom meeting, the board also voted to approve an expanded job description that will allow […] Read more »
It could have been a long day’s journey into night on June 28 when the Mattapoisett Conservation Commission gathered for its first hybrid meeting, a combination of in-person and remote-access attendance. Instead, some 16 cases were quickly handled. Attending in-person in the Town Hall’s conference room were commissioners David Lawrence, John Jacobsen, Chapman […] Read more »
Summer has officially begun here at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. Adults and teens can find themselves busy all summer long just by participating in our Summer Reading Challenge taking place on Beanstack as well as in paper form. While keeping busy, patrons will be entered to win awesome prizes. Call or come into the […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Recreation is excited to offer a free introduction to pickleball at the Hammond Street courts. The program is open to anyone 16 years and older. Join us for a 90-minute clinic on Monday, July 12, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Come learn the basics of the game. We will have three courts, and […] Read more »
Leah Przybyszewski, of Mattapoisett, has been named to the American International College (AIC) Dean’s List for Spring Semester 2021. Dean’s List students are full time students who have achieved a 3.3 to 4.0 GPA. AIC commends the accomplishments the Dean’s List scholars for their efforts during an unprecedented year. The following students have been […] Read more »
During the June 23 meeting of the Mattapoisett Board of Health, members Ken Dawicki, Russell Bailey, and Chairman Carmelo Nicolosi quickly approved what had previously been a contentious septic system design when representative David Davignon presented them with an amended plan. Property owner Robert Malm, Aucoot Road, had first asked for several waivers […] Read more »
July 8, 1:00 pm: A visit from the Pine Meadows Children Zoo! The Pine Meadows Alpaca Farm is visiting the library with their animal friends; meet alpacas, goats, bearded dragon, tortoises, chinchilla, rabbits and more! Event will take place at the library. July 13, 6:30 pm: Mandala workshop with author and artist Dannie […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center’s annual outdoor artisan market, “Arts in the Park,” returns on Saturday, July 10, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. The event will be held in Bicentennial Park and on the MAC lawn. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, July 11. This curated event will feature over 40 local artists […] Read more »
Save the date! We are pleased to announce that the Marion Town Party will return this summer! The Party will be held at Silvershell Beach on Front Street beginning at 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 28. There will be food and beverages for sale, music, and fun for the kids! For up to date […] Read more »