The Marion Democratic Town Committee welcomes all residents to its monthly meeting at 5:30 pm January 15. The committee will meet at the Elizabeth Taber Library, 8 Spring Street. The agenda will cover plans for the coming year. We also will discuss possible questions that concern Marion residents which we will ask Rep. Mark Sylvia, […] Read more »
The next meeting of the Rochester Republican Town Committee will be at 6:30 pm, on Monday, January 12, at the Ponderosa Sportsman Club in Acushnet. You do not have to be a member of RRTC to attend. Bring a friend and stay updated on the area’s current events. Read more »
Kick off 2026 with a visit to the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow Street. Teens ages 14 to 17 are invited to join us on Friday, January 2 at 2:00 pm for a Game Lounge at the library. Get out of the house and play some video games with your friends. […] Read more »
The 30th Annual Moby-Dick Marathon will be taking place January 3 to 4 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford. This beloved tradition is one of the museum’s most anticipated events of the year with distinguished guests reading aloud from the iconic narrative. Mattapoisett resident East End Eddie Doherty will […] Read more »
Sippican Land Trust will host Forest Bathing with Forest Therapy Guide Diane Pienta on Saturday, January 3, at 10:00 am at the Osprey Marsh, Point Road in Marion. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku to mitigate stress of modern-day life, this guided experience offers the opportunity to interact with Nature in a […] Read more »
The next meeting of the Machacam Club is scheduled for Wednesday, January 7. We meet at the American Legion Hall on Depot Street, Mattapoisett. Social time begins at 5:00 pm followed by dinner at 6:00 pm. Our speaker will be introduced at 6:40 pm. Chef Colby is planning another satisfying meal. Callers, please send your […] Read more »
Kids of all ages and their caregivers can ring in the New Year at noon on Wednesday, December 31. Join us between 11:00 am and noon for crafts, snacks, and even a bubble-wrap dance floor. Then we’ll count down to noon. The Banned Book Club will be discussing John Berendt’s “Midnight in the Garden […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Congregational Church is very excited to announce that Open Table is back with 3 dinners planned for January 9, February 27, and March 13 (weather permitting), so be sure to mark your calendar now. The OT crew hopes to see you on January 9 for the first of 3 delicious meals served in Reynard […] Read more »
Please join us for a fun family tradition that helps those in need. Helping Hands and Hooves will host the 22nd annual Christmas Day Swim at 11:00 am at Mattapoisett Town Beach. Each swimmer is asked to donate $20 (payable on the day of the swim). The first 75 swimmers will receive a festive […] Read more »
From now until the end of January, we are collecting donations for local food pantries in the form of non-perishable food, pet food, diapers, cleaning supplies, and items to support personal hygiene. Thank you to those who have already donated. Your generosity has made all the difference. On Thursday, December 18, you can come […] Read more »