Marion (Old Rochester) is one of the oldest towns in the United States, and the Sippican Historical Society maintains an extensive collection of documentation on its historic buildings. In 1998, the Sippican Historical Society commissioned an architectural survey of Marion’s historic homes and buildings. Over 100 were cataloged and photographed. SHS will feature one building […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center kicks off its annual giving campaign this week. As a nonprofit organization, the MAC relies on funding from donors and members. The MAC has come a long way since March, when COVID-19 concerns forced the closure of the building and the cancellation or postponement of many programs. With its dedicated board, […] Read more »
Marion Cultural Council is excited to receive online grant applications for individuals and organizations for art and STEM-related projects that will help to enrich the Marion community beginning October 1, 2020. Marion Cultural Council has set a November 15 deadline for organizations, schools, and individuals to apply for grants that support cultural activities and proposals for […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Cultural Council seeks grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs until November 16. Grants are available to support cultural projects and activities in and around Mattapoisett — including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies or performances in schools, workshops, and lectures. Next year, Mattapoisett Cultural Council will distribute about $10,000 in grants. […] Read more »
The Marion Natural History Museum hosted a very popular program for adults who wanted to learn a little about slowing down and becoming more aware of the health benefits of the forest. Professional forest bathing guide and author Nadine Mazzola led our group through some simple and restful exercises such as “the pleasures of presence” […] Read more »
Long before the Rochester Proprietors began to develop “the lands at Scippan”, blueberries, Concord grapes, and cranberries grew wild in our area and today these three are the only native fruits to be cultivated and commercially grown here. Native Americans were harvesting wild cranberries long before the area settlers arrived. They crushed the berries and […] Read more »
The Rochester Senior Center has resumed the following programs; Stepping & Stretching on Mondays & Thursdays at 9:30 am; French Culture & Conversation on Thursdays at 10:00 am; Coffee & Conversation Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:00 am; Line Dancing on Tuesdays & Fridays at 11:00 am; and Health Appointments with the Town Nurse by […] Read more »
The Sippican Historical Society is pleased to announce the opening of a new on-site museum shop at 141 Front Street (Sippican Historical Society) offering a tempting assortment of goods and history-related items for all ages, including books, toys, stationery, masks, and more. The shop is located in the small room which originally housed Marion’s post […] Read more »
Between October 1 and November 15, the Rochester Cultural Council is accepting applications for projects for the 2021 calendar year. Projects should demonstrate a community benefit for their town and/or surrounding area. Typical programs include reading/lecture series, art projects, history/science/music events, and performing art presentations. Applications are accepted online at www.mass-culture.org. Questions? Contact the Rochester […] Read more »
From the Marion Town Clerk regarding the upcoming November 3 election: The state will be shipping the ballots to each town the week of October 5. We will mail the ballots to all who have requested them as soon as we receive them. Ballots may be returned by mail, handed in at the Town […] Read more »