The Knights of Columbus will be holding their last clambake of the summer on Sunday, Aug. 25, at the Knights Hall on Route 6 in Mattapoisett. The classic clambake menu consists of clams, fish, potatoes, linguica, sausage, hot dogs, corn on the cob, and watermelon. A cash bar is available to quench any beverage needs. […] Read more »

Join Seth Mendell of the Mattapoisett Historical Society for an evening lecture exploring the worst natural disaster in Mattapoisett’s history, the Hurricane of 1938. The lecture will take place on Sunday, September 1 at 5 pm at the Gazebo in Shipyard Park. This program is Free, Donations are Welcome. In case of inclement weather, the […] Read more »

On Friday, August 30, the Marion Concert Band will close its 2013 season with a concert featuring the music of film composer John Williams and the Boston Pops Orchestra. The program, which includes several pieces frequently performed by the Pops, is as follows: The Trombone King – K. L. King Light Cavalry Overture – F. […] Read more »

The Marion Art Center announces that it will be offering Watercolor Painting for Advanced Beginners starting on Oct. 2 and will run until Nov. 20 (8 weeks). The course will be offered on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 11:30am (maximum 10 students). Patricia White is the instructor. The fee for the 8-week course is $175 (members). […] Read more »

Are we still viewed as “ugly Americans?” According to a recent Pew Research Global Attitudes Project study, Anti-Americanism is down in Europe, despite a persistent value gap. While President Obama has enjoyed popularity in Europe, his presidency “has not closed the long-running transatlantic values gap.” Marion resident Kirtland C. Mead is an international management consultant, […] Read more »

Rochester Grange’s 103rd Agricultural Fair will be held Saturday, August 17, beginning at 1:30pm. There will be displays of fresh vegetables, flowers, canning, baking, handcrafts, and more. A Ham & Bean Supper will take place at 6:00pm, followed by an auction of produce from the fair. Tickets for the supper are $7 for adults and […] Read more »

The Showstoppers singing troupe has been sharing their time and talent delivering live musical entertainment to the community on a volunteer basis for several years, but now they need the community’s support. They are gearing up for their August 8 Walt Disney World performance at the Waterside Stage in Downtown Disney and are $4,000 short […] Read more »

There will be a Pancake Breakfast between 8:00 and 10:00 am Saturday morning, August 17, under the Big Tent at the Rochester Country Fair. Start your day with pancakes, sausage, juice or coffee for just $5! All proceeds benefit the Country Fair. Tickets can be purchased Saturday morning or in advance at the Fair’s Food […] Read more »

Spinner Publications celebrates its new book, A Picture History of New Bedford, Volume 1 (1602-1925), with a book signing party at Gallery X, 169 William Street, New Bedford, on Saturday, August 3 from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. Throughout the evening, the book’s five authors, Joseph Thomas, Alfred Saulniers, Natalie White, Marsha McCabe and Jay Avila, […] Read more »

Join us for an intriguing exhibition of over 100 original artworks in a variety of media, all by local artists. Come to Art on Center, 15 Center Street in Fairhaven on Saturday, August 10. Check out the beautiful gallery and “classroom” spaces at Art on Center, make new art connections, and perhaps even take home […] Read more »