We will be hosting several programs for adults this winter into spring at the Marion Natural History Museum including Wednesday morning community/senior programs – 10:30 to 11:30 “Butterfly Man”- March 9 – Joe Dwelly a Yarmouth resident, will be visiting the Marion Natural History Museum to share what he knows about our local species. […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center is pleased to present its newest exhibit, Exploring Native American Culture: Art, Craft, and Inspiration, with works by Max Brown-Garcia, Makerjake and Vincent Mancini. The exhibit showcases three unique experiences of Native American culture. Brown-Garcia’s craftwork, including an eagle feather bustle, staff and regalia, offers a glimpse into his firsthand Native […] Read more »
February 16, 6:30 pm – via Zoom with Helen Frink, author of Oil, Ice & Bone: Arctic Whaler Nathanial Ransom. In 1860, fourteen-year-old Nathaniel Ransom followed his five older brothers into the dank foc’sle of a whaling vessel. For fifteen years he hunted seventy-ton bowheads in Arctic waters, for the many uses of “bone” blades […] Read more »
The Marion Democratic Town Committee will meet virtually at 5:00pm on February 17 to elect three delegates and three alternates to the state Massachusetts Democratic Convention. The Convention will select Democratic Candidates for the September primary and will be held virtually and in person June 3 and 4 at the DCU Center, Worcester. Registered […] Read more »
The program speaker for the Mattapoisett Woman’s Club February 17 meeting is Abby Field. Her interest in historical clothing stems from a broader passion for history that began as a child. Her great grandmother, a member of the Fairhaven Colonial Club, dressed in Revolutionary War-era costumes for events. For the most part, Ms. Field […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Free Public Library offers a variety of programs for adults during the month of February. As the snowy days continue, thoughts turn to spring and the upcoming planting season. Join us for a duo of gardening related programs at the library. Starting with Saturday, February 19, growers of all abilities are invited […] Read more »
On Sunday, February 13 at 3:00, the Tri-County Symphonic Band, under the direction of Philip Sanborn, will present a concert in the Old Rochester Regional High School Gilbert D. Bristol Auditorium. The concert is titled “English Folk Song Gala: The Music of Grainger, Holst and Vaughan Williams.” While the three composers did not write the […] Read more »
On Saturday, February 12 at 10:00 am, Democrats will convene virtually to elect 4 delegates and 4 alternates to represent Mattapoisett at the 2022 State Democratic Convention. This caucus will take place in line with public health guidance, and attendees may participate remotely need and to preregister at: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsc- _NDcPVSDF Registered and preregistered Democrats […] Read more »
The next meeting of the Machacam Club is scheduled for Wednesday, February 2. We meet at the Legion Hall on Depot Street with social time beginning at 5pm followed by dinner at 6pm. Chef Colby will be preparing a fulfilling meal. Our speaker for the evening is Fire Chief Andrew Murray. Callers please communicate the […] Read more »
ArtStart Registration Opens Soon – Registration for ArtStart 2022 at the Marion Art Center opens to MAC members only on Friday, January 28 at marionartcenter.org/artstart. Registration for nonmembers will open on Friday, February 18. MAC members have access to early registration and receive a significant discount on ArtStart tuition. Membership at the Family level ($75 […] Read more »