The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club invites local children and their families to a special Storytime at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on Wednesday July 8 at 10:30 am in memory of former MWC president and children’s librarian, Kate Brown. The theme of the storytime will focus on building community and taking care of one’s neighbors. After […] Read more »
Every day, Earth is bombarded by material from space, from microscopic dust grains to house-sized asteroids. Most burn harmlessly in our atmosphere as brilliant meteors, but occasionally a larger object creates a spectacular fireball and even a sonic boom. In this talk, we’ll explore where asteroids come from, how they differ from meteors and meteorites, […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow Street, has an exciting summer line-up for the month of July. Robert Ainsworth, experienced CFO and author, will give a historic presentation about Fraud through the Ages, on July 3 at 11:00 am. Learn the story of history’s swindlers, from Ancient Greece to today. No […] Read more »
On Thursday, July 16, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm, the Mattapoisett Museum at 5 Church Street presents a special concert featuring singer and songwriter, Moe Dixon who will be joined by local favorites Seth Asser and Gary Brown for an intimate evening of song and storytelling. Moe is a familiar name on the festival and […] Read more »
Marion Natural History Museum present Secret World of Fireflies with Entomologist Blake Dinius, Wednesday July 15 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. Fireflies evoke a feeling of magic and wonder; Elegant blobs of light dancing and blinking in the summer night. Everything about fireflies hearkens back to a time long past. Imagine living on Earth […] Read more »
St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, next to the Town Beach in Mattapoisett, will have The Rev. Mark Eames, Rector St. John/s Church, Vernon, CT. conducting services at 8:00 am and 10:00 am on Sunday, July 5. All are welcome. Read more »
Have you ever driven by the Tinkhamtown Chapel on Acushnet Road in Mattapoisett, and wondered what it looks like inside? Here’s your chance. On Sunday, July 5 from 12:00 pm noon to 3:00 pm, the Tinkhamtown Chapel will be holding an Open House. Drop by to learn the history of the Chapel, see the recent […] Read more »
Arts in the Park returns on Saturday, July 11 from 10-4 pm at Bicentennial Park, located at the corners of Spring and Main streets in Marion. The event sees a select group of artists and artisans who apply for review by the MAC’s exhibitions committee. Around 50 artists and artisans produce goods that include baskets, […] Read more »
Check out these summer highlights at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow Street. The first Picnic Book Club will be this Friday, June 26 at 10:00 am on the library lawn. Bring any book you have read or are currently reading to discuss. Enjoy light snacks, beverages, and literary conversations. Register […] Read more »
St. Philp’s Episcopal Church, located next to the Town Beach in Mattapoisett, opens for their 142nd year with clergy visiting each week through Sunday September 6. Services, using the 1928 Book of Common Prayer, are at 8:00 am and 10:00 am All are welcome. June 28: The Rev. Robert Malm, Interim Rector St. Peter’s […] Read more »