Upcoming Marion Art Center Events

The Marion Art Center will host three “Meet & Critique” nights to provide a chance for area artists to get together to enjoy some conversation and to give and receive feedback on each other’s recent work. Each person is encouraged to bring two or three pieces (any medium) that will be discussed as time permits. […] Read more »

Nasketucket Bird Club Meeting

The Nasketucket Bird Club’s first meeting of the season will be on Thursday, September 27 at 7:00 pm at the Mattapoisett Public Library, 7 Barstow Street. This meeting is open to all who are interested in South Coast birds, from beginners to advanced birders. We will be discussing summer sightings and planning for the fall […] Read more »

Quaker Yard Sale

You would like to have a yard sale, but live off the beaten path? You’ll have a chance on Saturday, October 6 by reserving space at the Mattapoisett Friends Meeting annual yard sale, at the church, on heavily-traveled Route 6. The sale will be conducted from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm, rain or shine. Inside […] Read more »

National Drug Take Back Day

The Mattapoisett Police Department will be participating in a prescription drug disposal day. This event is part of a nationwide initiative by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, (DEA). It will be held Saturday, September 29 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The purpose of such programs is to allow for safe, legal and environmentally-friendly disposal […] Read more »

Marion Natural History Museum Events

• Wednesday, September 19 – Beach Trip – Crabs, Pipefish and Silversides, oh my! Let’s take a walk down to the Harbormaster’s Beach and see what we can identify while using the museum’s seining net.  • Wednesday, October 10 – ROCKETS! Each child will have his or her own rocket with motor to assemble and […] Read more »

Talk Like a Pirate Day at Plumb Library

On Wednesday, September 19, it’s the day to “Talk Like a Pirate.” From 10:30 am to 5:30 pm, come to the library dressed in your best swashbuckling gear, listen to some pirate audio stories and music, do a pirate craft and have a pirate snack! This program is open to children ages three and up. […] Read more »

SHS Presents ‘The Wind and the Lion’

On Friday, September 14, the public is invited to enjoy another installment of the Sippican Historical Society’s popular program, Classic Film Fridays. One Friday each month, the Society presents a classic movie and offers a discussion on its historical context or significance.  This month’s film, The Wind and the Lion, is based on the Perdicaris […] Read more »

Marion Council on Aging Fitness Class

Cardio/Strength/Flexibility class held every Monday from 10:00 am – 11:00 am at the Town of Marion Facility at 13 Atlantic Drive. 30 minutes of low-impact cardio to music, followed by seated abdominal workout and upper and lower body strength training with hand weights.  End with flexibility, relaxation and de-stress and breathing techniques. $4 per class. […] Read more »

6th Annual Waterman Reunion

The 6th Annual Waterman Reunion will be held on Saturday September 15th at the Rochester Senior Center, 67 Dexter Lane. The invitation includes anyone who attended any of the Rochester schools. Visiting starts at 11AM with lunch served at noon followed a program at 1PM. Bring memories and photos of anything “Rochester”. Boat Race memories […] Read more »

Marion Concert Band

On Monday, August 27, the Marion Concert Band will close its 2012 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: • National Anthem • His Honor – H. Fillmore • Light Cavalry […] Read more »