After-school Programs at the MNHM

Fall and Winter 2019 programs at the Marion Natural History Museum will include:             September 18– Open House – Getting to know your museum. This is a half school day so come on over to the museum to create with Legos, enjoy our displays and learn about our upcoming programs.  We are open from 12:00 – 4:00 pm, […] Read more »

Octopurr Fest Fundraiser

It’s All about the Animals, an animal Shelter in Rochester is excited to announce that their largest fundraiser of the year, Octopurr Fest will take place on Sunday October 6, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm,at the Shelter, 103 Marion Road in Rochester, from 11 am to 4 pm rain or shine. This is a free family event […] Read more »

September Programs at Plumb Library

The Friends of Plumb Library will be holding their annual Book Sale on Saturday, September 14from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Rochester Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 11 Constitution Way, Rochester.  Items for sale will include books, CDs, DVDs. puzzles, and games, plus the Junior Friends Bake Sale.  Donations will be accepted until 5:00 PM on Thursday, […] Read more »

Rochester Historical Society 50th

This Saturday, September 14, the Rochester Historical Society is hosting a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the incorporation of the RHS at the Rochester COA on Dexter Lane. Registration is 11:00 – 12:00 pm; lunch is from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. There will be speakers from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, and music and socializing from […] Read more »

Mosquito Talk at the MNHM

For as long as people have been alive on this earth, mosquitoes have existed. More than just annoying, mosquitoes may be the most dangerous animal in the world (Great white sharks, step aside.)             Several serious diseases are associated with mosquitoes, including malaria, yellow fever, and Zika. Fortunately, many are either rare or absent Massachusetts. However, […] Read more »

September Book Sale at Mattapoisett Library

Get ready for the crisp weather with a good book. The Friends Book Sale is the perfect opportunity to stock up on some reading material. The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library will be holding their Second Saturday Monthly Book Sale, September 14, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm, downstairs at the library, 7 Barstow Street. Stop […] Read more »

YMCA Southcoast Golf Fundraiser

YMCA Southcoast’s signature funding event is hitting a milestone this year. On Monday, September 30, golfers will tee off in support of the Y for the 25th time at Marion’s renowned Kittansett Club.              “This is a wonderful event for our Y supporters to come together to enjoy a round of golf while helping our community,” said […] Read more »

Marion Republican Town Committee

The Marion Republican Town Committee will conduct its next monthly meeting on Monday, September 9at 7:00 p.m. at the Marion Music Hall, 164 Front Street, Marion. The public and new members welcome. Read more »

Marion Art Center

The Marion Art Center is pleased to present an artist’s lecture by Robert Seyffert, currently exhibiting in the MAC lower gallery.  Seyffert will present on Saturday, September 28at 11am at the Marion Art Center.  This is the final day of the exhibition, featuring paintings by Nancy Dyer Mitton & Robert Seyffert.  The event is free – guests may RSVP […] Read more »

Sippican Choral Society

Now is the time to secure your place on stage for one of the region’s best-beloved annual traditions.  The Sippican Choral Society will begin rehearsals Monday, September 9, at 7:15 pm for its annual Christmas concert.               Yes, Christmas! The holiday season seems a long way off right now, but there’s a lot of music to learn and rehearse, […] Read more »