On Saturday, September 12 at 10am, join us for a late summer hike looking for mushrooms that are fruiting. We will chat about basic anatomy and diagnostic features for identifying mushrooms. There will be limited discussion on edibility. Some potential species of fungi we may see this time of the year include chicken of the […] Read more »
On August 22, the Rochester Historical Commission will host three events outside of Town Hall. The first, at 10:00 am, will be a 250th recognition of the Rochester men who fought for freedom in the Revolutionary War. This will take place at the memorial facing Town Hall. Chris Gerrior, the Tri-Town Veterans Agent, will say […] Read more »
The South Coast Bikeway Alliance will hold its seventh regional bike ride, Pedal for the Path, on Sunday, August 30. Beginning and ending at Running Brook Vineyard, it offers 35 miles or 21 miles of fabulous cycling, postcard-perfect scenic views, more historic places than you can count, and, along the way, memorable treats and more. […] Read more »
Longtime New England musician and author Matt York returns to the MAC to perform Johnny Cash songs and tell stories about Cash’s career, spanning from the 1950s to his passing in 2003. He will be accompanied by fiddle player Angelica Vendetti. He will discuss Cash’s emergence as a groundbreaking artist in the 1950s, his […] Read more »
The monthly meeting of the Rochester Historical Society will be held on the third Wednesday, August 19, at 7:00 pm at the Rochester Historical Museum, 355 County Rd. After a short meeting, Mack Phinney will present “The Life of a Revolutionary Soldier.” If you are looking for something to help you celebrate the 250th, or […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library is hosting a Teen Movie Night on August 19 at 6:00 pm. Watch Camp Rock with friends and enjoy snacks. The movie will be outside if the weather permits. No registration is required. Teen Tie-Dye Day will take place on the library lawn (weather permitting) on August 20 from […] Read more »
Stay cool this week at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, located at 7 Barstow St. Looking to spruce up your plant collection? Need to pass on some of your propagated plants? Join us for a Plant Swap on August 22 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Bring any healthy, pest-free plants to trade. Plants […] Read more »
On Saturday, August 15, at 2:00 pm, the Mattapoisett Museum will host a free concert by the New Bedford Harbor Sea Chanty Chorus. The chorus, associated with the Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey, will present songs from the sea, about whaling, privateers, Hawaii, rum-running and many more. Be prepared to sing along. The Museum is located at 5 […] Read more »
On Sunday, August 16, Rev. William Lock, assisting rector at St. Stephen’s Church in Providence, will conduct services at 8:00 am and 10:00 am using the 1928 Book of Common Prayer. Historic St. Philip’s Church is located at 34 Water St., next to the Town Beach, in Mattapoisett. All are welcome. Read more »
The Marion Concert Band will present a Latin American “Festival” of music on Friday, August 14. The diverse program includes music from Mexico, Spain, Brazil and the Caribbean, as well as familiar music that demonstrates the influence that Latin American musical styles have had on American popular music. To add to the festive atmosphere of […] Read more »