Patriots of the South Coast

The Historical Society will be co-hosting with the library staff a talk by Robert Barboza on his book, “Patriots of the South Coast”. His book introduces us to some of those locals who fought the Revolutionary War from the high seas as well as from land.             The Historical Society will provide refreshments, a sneak […] Read more »

From the Files of the Rochester Historical Society

Across from Lloyd’s Market is a memorial to Rochester’s fire fighters. Both the land and the money to build the memorial (constructed by Rochester firefighters) was donated by Mrs. Lorraine Vaughan after the death of her husband, Lloyd Sr., a long time Rochester resident and firefighter. The memorial has been inscribed with the names of […] Read more »

MTPI Year Concludes with Performance

The MAC is proud to announce that the year-long MAC Theater Playwrights Incubator (MTPI) will conclude with a performance of the Attorney-in-Fact, a new play by Philip Ardell. The play was honed over the course of the 2025-2026 season with the playwright and two mentors – Harvey Ussach & Tony Ferreira.             Mr. Ardell’s play […] Read more »

Upcoming Events at the Elizabeth Taber Library

Join the Banned Book Club on May 12 at 1:00 pm to discuss “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.”             On May 12 at 6:00 pm meet Hannah Traggis, who works for the Marion Institute managing their Frogfoot Farm program – a 6-acre farm on the Wareham-Plymouth town line and learn about their programs!             […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Annual Town Meeting & Election Information

The Annual Town Meeting in Mattapoisett is scheduled for Monday, May 11, at 6:30 pm at the Old Rochester Regional High School Auditorium. The Annual Town Election will be held on Tuesday, May 19 at Old Hammondtown School. Polls will be open from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm. Vote by mail ballots can be requested […] Read more »

North Rochester Congregational Church

The North Rochester Congregational Church, 247 North Avenue, Rochester, has services at 10:00 am on Sundays. The services are conducted by Reverend Merrily Harris, guest ministers, as well as members of the congregation. Communion is on the first Sunday of each month. Paul Sardinha is the longtime organist. Food and fellowship follows. Everyone is welcome. Read more »

From the Files of the Rochester Historical Society

As anyone who’s been reading Sam Bishop’s articles on Gen. Washington’s correspondence, it is evident that one of the biggest problems in the fight for independence was the shortage of ammunition (shot and powder). Prior to the start of the hostilities, some towns like Rochester voted to purchase firearms, powder, lead and flints. Later, it […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Celebrates 250 Years Committee

Please join us as we plan the Semi quincentennial celebration of our country. We need your help to make it happen. The committee is working on several ideas for the celebration. The events will be family friendly that recognize the historical past and the future of our great country. Volunteers are the heart of this […] Read more »

Coastal Explorations with the MNHM

The Marion Natural History Museum will be offering an opportunity to explore some of Marion’s unique natural areas. We will be exploring our rocky inter-tidal shorelines, salt marshes, estuaries as well as freshwater riverbanks, forest, swamps, ponds and bogs. Daily we will take trips to look for the birds, amphibians, fish and invertebrates that make […] Read more »

Rabies Prevention, Control Efforts and Reducing Risk of Exposure

The Marion Board of Health would like to inform the community of the following event: Rabies Prevention, Control Efforts and Reducing Risk of Exposure on Thursday, April 30 at 5:30 pm at the Benjamin D. Cushing Community Center.             The Cape Cod and Southeast Massachusetts Rabies Task Force is actively involved in rabies prevention and […] Read more »