On Friday, November 8, the public is invited to enjoy another installment of the Sippican Historical Society’s popular program, Classic Film Friday. Co-sponsoring the film series is the Marion Council on Aging. One Friday each month, the organizations present a classic movie and offer a discussion on its historical context or significance. November’s selection is […] Read more »
On December 4 at noon, Tom Shire will present “The History of Theatre” at the Marion Police Station. Admission is free, and preregistration is not required. Tom will share with us some of the history and the very special features of the Zeiterion that make it a truly unique theatre, including some of the talented […] Read more »
The First Congregational Church of Marion will host their annual Chowder and Kale Soup Cook Off on Saturday, November 2, in the Community Center starting with hors d’oeuvres at 6:00 pm. In addition to chowder and kale soup, crackers, wine, dessert, and coffee will be served. Tickets are $12.50 for attendees, but free for those […] Read more »
On Tuesday, October 29, at noon, the Mattapoisett Friends of the Elderly will host a free showing of The Great Gatsby (PG-13, 2 hr., 22 min.) at the Council on Aging. Pizza is available for $2. Pizza requests must be pre-paid by Monday, October 28, at 3:00 pm. Even if you’re not having pizza, please […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library will host author Lawrence DiCara, former Boston City Council President and Marion summer resident, for a book reading, discussion, and signing on Tuesday, November 19, at 6:30 pm in the Library Community Room, 7 Barstow St. The event is co-sponsored by the Elizabeth Taber Library in Marion, and the Joseph […] Read more »
The Machacam Club will hold its monthly meeting on November 6 at the Legion Hall, 3 Depot St. Social time is 5:30 pm; dinner at 6:00 pm. We will be welcoming Mattapoisett Fire Chief Andrew Murray. In keeping with other department heads, the chief will be reporting on the status of his department, as well […] Read more »
AARP Driver Safety Course: On Tuesday, November 5, from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm, the Mattapoisett COA is hosting the AARP Driver Safety Course for licensed drivers of any age. Pre-registration is required no later than November 4 at noon. Why take a driver safety course? Because driving has changed since you first got your […] Read more »
Join Seth Mendell, President Emeritus of the Mattapoisett Historical Society, on Thursday, November 7, at 7:00 pm as he explorers the life and death of the bark Wanderer, the last whale ship built in Mattapoisett. The lecture will be held at the Mattapoisett Historical Society, 5 Church St., and the program is free (donations accepted). […] Read more »
The Women’s Guild will be holding its annual Christmas Fair, Star of Wonder, on Friday, November 8, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, and Saturday, November 9, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the First Congregational Church in Rochester. The event will feature many handmade items, an abundant food table, a silent auction, and pictures […] Read more »
The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library’s Annual Meeting will be held Sunday, October 20, 2:00 pm at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St. After a brief business meeting, Matthew Carvalho, Vice President of the Junior Friends, who recently represented the school district as a delegate to Washington, D.C., will present a slide show […] Read more »