Given the ongoing concerns and restrictions related to COVID-19, the Buzzards Bay Musicfest concert series scheduled for this July has been postponed to July 2021. This annual event has provided the highest quality classical and jazz music entertainment in Marion for 23 years. The BBMF has worked hard to find the safest solution and appreciate […] Read more »
On Monday, June 1, after extensive meetings with Town Administrator Michael Lorenco and Board of Health agent Kayla Davis, the Mattapoisett Recreation Department announced that they will not be running their Seahorse Explorer summer camp program and all other summer programming due to COVID-19 pandemic concerns. Greta Fox, Recreation Director for the Town of Mattapoisett, […] Read more »
It is with much regret and heavy hearts that the Town of Marion announces that we have decided to cancel the 2020 Marion 4th of July Parade. While this was a difficult decision, we believe that since we are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is in the best interest of the […] Read more »
The Annual Town Meeting has been scheduled for Monday, June 22 at 6:45 pm. The meeting location will remain at the Sippican Elementary School, 16 Spring Street. Due to the need for social distancing, chairs will be arranged seven feet apart in the multi-purpose room, cafeteria, and gymnasium. This configuration will seat approximately 170 residents. Couples and/or […] Read more »
Moms, Dads, Grandmas, Kids, Students of all ages, and Concerned Citizens: let’s show some solidarity with the recent victims of violence around our country. Bring along a sign or banner, and we will peacefully march (preferably masked) as a group—begin at the North Street Park and Ride June 5 at noon. Walk with purpose to the gazebo […] Read more »
The Rochester Historical Society will not be holding its June 17 meeting and program. Hopefully the “Lighting the Way” program can be presented in the fall. Until then, on “The Lighting the Way” website from the Whaling Museum, you can watch 10 two-minute videos on area women who have positively impacted their communities and you can vote […] Read more »
First Congregational Church of Rochester on 11 Constitution Way in Rochester is holding an outdoor worship gathering on the Church Green on Sunday, May 31 at 10:00 am. Please bring a chair and a face mask. Six-foot social distancing will be utilized for everyone’s safety. Let’s worship together! All are welcome to attend. Can’t make it? Then […] Read more »
Starting Monday, June 1, the Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library in Rochester will start curbside service. Patrons can call the library at 508-763-8600 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, or email info@plumblibrary.com to request a book, magazine, DVD, or game. If it is owned by Plumb Library and is on the shelf, it […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Land Trust will conduct its 2020 Annual Meeting using the digital platform Zoom on Sunday, June 14 at 4:00 pm. Members may call into the meeting using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. To register for the meeting (pre-registration is required) please send an email with your contact information to info@mattlandtrust.org. MLT will confirm your registration and […] Read more »
The Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride provides one of the most scenic coastal cycling courses in all of New England, and it returns for its 14th year on Sunday, October 4. Cyclists of all ages and abilities can sign up now to bike 35, 75 or 100 miles at the Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride by visiting www.savebuzzardsbay.org/ride. […] Read more »