The Marion Institute, a nonprofit organization that has worked to foster positive social change since 1993, has announced the selection of Robyn Branco as its new Executive Director. Effective immediately, Branco will fill the vacancy created by Janet Milkman’s departure in December 2016. The selection was made after Branco stepped in to fill many aspects […] Read more »
In 1998, the Sippican Historical Society commissioned an architectural survey of Marion’s historic homes and buildings. The survey was funded one-half by the Sippican Historical Society and one-half by the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Because of the limits of funding, not all of the historic buildings were surveyed, but over 100 were catalogued and photographed. The […] Read more »
The Rochester Council on Aging is pleased to offer Soup and Sandwich Lunches every Monday at noon. Advance registration is required and a suggested donation for the meal is $4. Thursday, March 1, legal appointments will be held from 3:00 – 4:00 pm. Monday, March 5, the Art Group meets at 10:00 am. The Pampered […] Read more »
Seed Lending Library to start soon: The Elizabeth Taber Library, in partnership with the Marion Garden Group, will be offering seeds to check out again this year starting March 1! Community members may “check out” seeds for free from the Elizabeth Taber Library. The idea is that you plant the seeds, let some go to […] Read more »
In 1998, the Sippican Historical Society commissioned an architectural survey of Marion’s historic homes and buildings. The survey was funded one-half by the Sippican Historical Society and one-half by the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Because of the limits of funding, not all of the historic buildings were surveyed, but over 100 were catalogued and photographed. The […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Historical Society is now accepting items for our 2018 Charity Yard Sale. Clearing out your closet? Downsizing your house? Kids heading off to college? Want to get organized? Whatever your reason may be, consider donating to the Mattapoisett Historical Society’s Yard Sale. All proceeds from the sale (Saturday, May 12, 8:00 – 11:00 am) […] Read more »
Are you interested in supporting community-based projects in the arts, humanities, and sciences in Mattapoisett? Each year, Mattapoisett Cultural Council awards funds for public cultural events such as plays and concerts, arts in the schools, community arts and cultural organizations, field trips for students to museums and performances, and more. These programs promote the availability […] Read more »
Cushing Cemetery will be holding a spring cleanup in early April. The superintendent is advising everyone to remove all Christmas decorations, wreaths, boxes, etc. before April 1, 2018. When he starts the cleanup, anything not removed will go to the landfill. Your help will be most appreciated. Read more »
Join Heather McRae Tabisola for an evening lecture on February 20 at 6:30 pm for the next Science@Work Lecture Series at Tabor Academy as she shares information about the testing of an innovative research tool in the Arctic to advance ocean observation: the Saildrone. Learn more about the innovative technology of unmanned surface vehicles and […] Read more »
The First Congregational Church of Marion is pleased to welcome The Rev. MaryAnn Purtill as our new Designated-Term Pastor effective February 4. She is a graduate of Andover Newton Theological School in Newton, MA and previously served as an Associate Pastor of the Marlborough Congregational Church in Connecticut. Rev. MaryAnn is originally from Flanders, New […] Read more »