In continuing efforts to prevent the reintroduction of raccoon-variant rabies to Cape Cod, ORV baits will be distributed in Rochester, Mattapoisett and Marion. Because there have been no raccoon-variant rabies cases on Cape Cod, the treatment zone was reduced, and those baits were allotted to include a portion of Mattapoisett for the first time during […] Read more »
The South Coast Children’s Chorus is welcoming new singers for the upcoming season. SCCC is open to all students from grades 1–12. Thanks to support from local cultural councils, the South Coast Community Foundation and generous donors, tuition is only $125 for the year, and free or reduced tuition is available for any singer who […] Read more »
The Marion Historical Commission announces the completion of a study examining potential future uses and the cost of restoring the historic Percy Browne House. Preservation Massachusetts named the Percy Browne House, built in 1881–1882, one of the “10 Most Endangered Historic Resources in Massachusetts” in October 2025. “The Percy Browne House is regarded […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center (MAC) has scheduled an exciting new slate of fall classes for both children and adults. Adult Classes Fundamentals of Drawing — A new class at the MAC, instructor Patty White returns with a course for adults who want to learn drawing fundamentals in an encouraging environment. During the eight-week […] Read more »
This article was originally intended for August, but other events got in the way. Now, to protest the Stamp Act in 1765, Boston’s Sons of Liberty hanged effigies of the stamp collectors from the branches of an elm tree they dubbed the Liberty Tree. From that time on, they rallied and held meetings under the […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Cultural Council invites grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities and science programs beginning on September 1 and ending on October 15 at massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process/. Grants are available to support cultural projects and activities in and around Mattapoisett. These include exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies, performances in schools, workshops and lectures. These programs […] Read more »
The Wareham Garden meetings will begin the 2026–2027 season on September 10, starting at 9:30 am at St. Patrick’s Church Hall, 82 High St. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month. Meetings generally start at 9:00 am with breakfast, and the meeting begins at 9:30 am. This year, committee information […] Read more »
On Saturday, August 29, and September 5, we are welcoming families to the library for Saturday Storytime. Storytime starts at 10:30 am, and you can expect all the great things from our regular storytimes, like music, books, activities and crafts, just on a different day. We hope to see you there. We are continuing […] Read more »
This past weekend was the 50th anniversary of the Joseph H. Plumb Library. As with all buildings in Rochester that are 50 years or older and with a connection to the town’s history, the Rochester Historical Commission presents a historical plaque. Currently (counting the library), there are 11 historic buildings with plaques. We hope soon […] Read more »
The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library (FOML) invite you to the Annual Jewelry & Accessories Sale. It is a wonderful opportunity to do some holiday shopping or treat yourself to a great selection of costume, upscale and vintage jewelry and accessories at very reasonable prices. We will also feature high-end pieces in our silent auction. […] Read more »