Annual Ecumenical Service

The Trustees of the Mattapoisett Christian Church invite the public to attend their annual Ecumenical Service on Sunday, November 23, at 2:00 pm. The service will take place at the historic Mattapoisett Christian Church, home of the Mattapoisett Museum, located at 5 Church Street, Mattapoisett. The service will be led by Rev. Michael Frady of […] Read more »

Upcoming MWC Presentation

The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club invites interested local residents to its November 20 monthly meeting featuring a special presentation from Rosemary Gill, president & CEO of the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center in New Bedford. The Zeiterion is undergoing significant $37 million renovation that started in 2023 and is anticipated to culminate in a grand reopening in […] Read more »

Marion Native to Perform with Airmen of Note

Master Sergeant Kristian Baarsvik grew up in Marion while attending the Sippican School, Falmouth Academy and Tabor Academy. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Studio Music and Jazz from the University of Miami Frost School of Music. Sergeant Baarsvik is currently the lead alto saxophonist with the Airmen of Note, The United States […] Read more »

Upcoming Events at the Elizabeth Taber Library

November is international games month and on Saturday, November 15 you can play a life-size version of Chutes and Ladders at the Library. Stop by between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm to try your luck and see who wins.             On Saturday, November 15 at 11:00 am, join Miss Macy for a Saturday Storytime.             […] Read more »

Rochester Democratic Town Committee

The Rochester Democratic Town Committee is partnering with Gifts to Give to sponsor a winter clothing drive to benefit local families in need. Children’s warm clothing (especially sweatshirts and sweatpants) in kid’s sizes 5/6 to kid’s L/XL, along with clean, gently used winter clothing items (children’s, women’s and men’s, all sizes) will be gratefully accepted. […] Read more »

Reception At Mattapoisett Free Public Library

The Mattapoisett Free Public Library is pleased to announce a welcome reception for its new Library Director, Jenny Martin, on December 2, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the library (7 Barstow Street). Light refreshments will be served. The public is invited to meet Ms. Martin, learn about the library’s upcoming programs, and celebrate […] Read more »

Friends Of The Mattapoisett Library Jewelry Sale

The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library will host their annual Jewelry and Accessory sale at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow Street, next month. This wildly popular event kicks off with a Friends members-only preview sale on Thursday, December 4, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Not a member? Not a problem. Pick up […] Read more »

At the Rochester Historical Museum

We’ll be open on Sunday for two more weeks, but as always call 617 750 2818 to make sure we have coverage. The hours are 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at 355 County Road.             On November 19 we are having our Thankful Dinner. As always, it is potluck and it helps to know what […] Read more »

Awesome Autumn in Song and Story

On Saturday November 15 at 11:00 am come enjoy some lively storytelling with legendary storyteller Jackson Gillman. The program will be outdoors at the Mattapoisett Land Trust’s Oliver Wendell Holmes barn foundation at 5 Angelica Ave. Jackson’s heartwarming show celebrates the beauties of the season: apples, pumpkins, harvest, a nip in the air, flaming maples, […] Read more »

Small Works + Holiday Shop

The Marion Art Center announces its annual exhibit, Small Works + Holiday Shop. The show runs November 22 through December 19 with an opening reception scheduled on Saturday, November 22 from 3:00 pm to 5:00pm.             The exhibit will feature original works of art all under fourteen inches, plus a curated selection of handmade goods […] Read more »