Lego Robots Come To Life!

The creation of functional robots had long been relegated to the laboratories of meticulous scientists, who spend years researching and developing new technologies, materials, and methods of robotic construction. But at the Marion Natural History Museum on Saturday, July 14, kids ages 10 and up were invited to take part in a robot-building session, eschewing […] Read more »

Marion Gardens by the Sea Tour

On Friday, July 13, St. Gabriel’s Church hosted their annual Marion Gardens by the Sea Tour, where six different properties in Marion showcased their beautiful gardens.  Check out some of the wonderful flower species we caught on camera!  Photo by Katy Fitzpatrick. Read more »

Marion Thanks Employees, Boards

Marion town employees were treated to a free lunch on Thursday when they were invited over to Bicentennial Park for a cookout.  The event was hosted by the Board of Selectmen, with newly elected selectman, Jody Dickerson flipping burgers at the grill. The employee event started at noon and ended at 2:00 pm.  An ambulance, […] Read more »

Ned’s Point Lighthouse Open For Tours

Have you ever wondered what a 19th century lighthouse looks like inside and up close?  Now is your chance.  Ned’s Point Lighthouse in Mattapoisett will be open this summer for tours of the historic beacon. Built in 1837 and first illuminated in 1838, the light house has served both as a warning light for inbound […] Read more »

NYT Bestselling Author to Visit Marion

Renowned leadership expert and New York Times bestselling author Margot Morrell will be the featured speaker on Thursday, July 26 as she discusses her book, Shackletonʼs Way – Leadership Lessons from the Great Antarctic Explorer.  Morrell will examine Shackleton’s epic 1914-1916 expedition and the leadership attributes that helped the explorer and his crew survive as they were […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Gears Up for Taste of the Town

The Mattapoisett Women’s Club will hold its 9th Annual Taste of the Town at Shipyard Park on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This highly acclaimed food tasting event on the pristine shores of Buzzards Bay features Mattapoisett’s finest dining establishments all together in one place under the Lions Club tent. […] Read more »

Space Adventures At Center School

As the summer continues, so do the programs offered by the Mattapoisett Recreation Committee. While most of the activities offered revolve around athletics, the Recreation Committee added a new program to the mix this year: Adventures in Space. “We were trying to come up with new activities for the kids and parents of the Tri-Town,” […] Read more »

SLT Names New Lands Trust Administrator

The Sippican Lands Trust names Cynthia Donley as the new Lands Trust Administrator. As part of its increased focus on community outreach and the public use of its many and varied properties in Marion, Sippican Lands Trust has announced Cynthia Donley will lead the organization as its new Lands Trust Administrator. Cynthia will provide oversight […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Resident Remembers Vietnam War

Mattapoisett resident, Dr. David Jenney, was one of the keynot speakers at the Fairhaven  Vietnam Moving Wall event on Friday, July 6.  During the event a Sikorsky Blackhawk Helicopter circled the crowd and landed in the lawn of Cushman Park. Dr. Jenney, who retired as the Director of Engineering after a career with  Sikorsky Aircraft, […] Read more »