For 135 years, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Mattapoisett has held summer only services for parishioners.             Each Sunday through Labor Day, visiting clergy from Massachusetts and beyond conduct services, using the 1928 Book of Common Prayer, at 8:00 am and 10:00 am.             On Sunday, August 4,the Rev. Robert Malm, Rector, Grace Church, Alexandria, VA will be […] Read more »

The Marion Concert Band continues its summer concert series with a program of music from the British Isles on Friday, August 2. The program features several classic British Brass Band pieces as well as music of the Yardbirds, the Kinks, Petula Clark, Gerry and the Pacemakers, and the Beatles. There may even be an appearance by […] Read more »

Do you have any useful items you no longer need? The Rochester Historical Society is having a yard sale on Saturday, August 31at the museum, 355 County Road, Rochester, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. No electronics or clothing please. If you have any items, drop off dates at the museum are as follows: Friday, July […] Read more »

This year is the Bird Island Lighthouse Bicentennial and the Marion Harbormaster’s Department is planning a celebration which will be held on Saturday, September 14beginning at 4:00 pm. The party will take place underneath the Harbormaster’s Office at Island Wharf. There will be music, a cash bar, small bites, and desserts.              Tickets to the event are […] Read more »

Duo pianists Kirk Whipple and Marilyn Morales will perform at Mattapoisett Congregational Church on Saturday,August 10at 7:00 pm in Reynard Hall. The husband and wife team of pianists, composers, and educators direct Cranberry Coast Concerts. Their annual festival is now celebrating its 14th season.             The concert will feature the soprano Sarah Mawn and baritone Steven […] Read more »

The instant pot craze is here, are you on board? For many, the instant pot is patiently waiting to be used. Whether yours is tucked away in a cupboard or still in the box, it’s time to take out your electric pressure cooker and put it to use. Join Chef Liz Barbour at the Mattapoisett […] Read more »

The 2018 Bike Run had a very good turnout and a broad donor support base. We were able to donate $1,000.00 to each of the Marion Recreational Department and Mattapoisett Recreational Department. We also donated $500.00 to the ORR Youth Football. The funds were used for participation fees, equipment, and other ways for the departments […] Read more »

The Sippican Lands Trust (SLT) and the Nasketucket Bird Club are pairing up to offer a Summer Bird Walk around Marion on Saturday, July 27starting at 9:00 am from the Island Wharf parking lot in Marion. This trip will be led by Justin Barrett, President of the Nasketucket Bird Club, and Carol Molander, a Nasketucket Bird […] Read more »

Sparklin’ Songs and Stories for ages 3-7. Join our talented musician friend, Ms. Nancy Sparklin, for a preschool music and movement based story time. This program will be held on July 26 at 10:30 am for children aged 3-7. Registration is required for each class by date. Weather permitting, this class could be held outside in the […] Read more »

The Marion Concert Band continues its Friday evening concert series with a Young People’s Concert on Friday, July 26. The concert will include an opportunity for children in the audience to play rhythm instruments with the band and “guest conduct” the band. The program is as follows: Children’s March – E. F. Goldman Looney Tunes Overture […] Read more »