Three Collections of Etchings Donated

Three important institutions in the United States have recently accepted donations of etchings done by British artist James Alphege Brewer, who made his fame producing large color etchings of European cathedrals and other historical buildings damaged or threatened during WWI.             The donations, totaling more than 170 etchings, includes: -a comprehensive collection of more than […] Read more »

Election Day Prayer Service

Fr. Eric Fialho, Rector of Saint Gabriel’s Parish in Marion, will be hosting a noontime prayer service on Election Day, November 5. This simple service will be filled with prayer, meditation, holy scripture, and time for reflection. All people, regardless of political party, or religious background are encouraged to attend. An optional time of fellowship, […] Read more »

American Revolution Patriot to be Remembered

At 11:00 am Saturday, October 26, the Cape Cod and Islands Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution will host a ceremony honoring Revolutionary War veteran Thomas Bassett by installing a memorial marker at his grave. Thomas Bassett served both as a seaman and as a soldier in the Revolution. He was married to […] Read more »

From the File of the Rochester Historical Society

Probably the smallest and most overlooked musical instrument in our display is the “harmonica.” Though not as impressive looking as the bass fiddle that might have been played at a dance in colonial times or as loud and commanding as the home organ, the lowly harmonica had something that they didn’t – portability.             I’m […] Read more »

Your Vote is Magic

The League of Women Voters SouthCoast is proud to present “Your Vote Is Magic” on Friday, October 25 at 6:30 pm, at New Bedford Voc-Tech, 1121 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. The Award-winning illusionist Lyn Dillies is the creator of “Your Vote Is Magic.” Ms. Dillies seamlessly integrates breathtaking illusions with a compelling educational message about […] Read more »

Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride

On Sunday, October 6, 323 riders enjoyed the Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride with perfect crisp, clear fall conditions. This annual fundraising event has become a cherished tradition, bringing together cyclists from all over Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and beyond to raise over $240,000 to advance the mission of the Buzzards Bay Coalition.             Participants chose from […] Read more »

Marion Voter Information

Town Administrator Geoffrey Gorman and Town Clerk Lissa Magauran would like to remind community members of voting information for the Massachusetts State Election.             The 2024 Massachusetts State Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5.             All requests for Vote by Mail (VBM) ballots received by October 3 have been mailed. Any new requests […] Read more »

Rochester Troop 31 Haunted Grange Event

Boy Scout Troop 31 Rochester is hosting a free, all ages Pop-Up haunted house Saturday, October 19 at the Rochester Grange Hall, 205 Hartley Road, from 7pm-10pm. Experience our hometown walk-through haunted mansion created by the scouts, including scares, fun and laughs. Seasonal refreshments will be served, and treats will be handed out to the […] Read more »

Art in the Afternoon at the MAC

The Marion Art Center announces new availability for our very popular Art in the Afternoon program, which runs Friday afternoons, for ages 7-12. Our Early Dismissal Half Day Camp, scheduled Friday, October 18 12:00-3:00pm in the MAC Studio, is $70 for MAC members and $80 for nonmembers. Students will explore wool felt and model magic […] Read more »

Great Pumpkin Contest

The Elizabeth Taber Library is once again celebrating Halloween with our Great Pumpkin Contest. Visitors to the library can check out a real pumpkin for free with their library card, then return their decorated pumpkin by Wednesday October 23 to be entered into our Great Pumpkin Contest. The community will vote on their favorites during […] Read more »