The Marion Natural History Museum Fall 2016 After-school programs include: September 28: Harbor Tour. Take a tour of the harbor while it’s still warm. We will also be using the seining net to collect a few critters for the tank before they all move out to sea. Please bring a life jacket that fits, bring […] Read more »

The Marion Cultural Council has set an October 17 deadline for organizations, schools, and individuals to apply for grants that support arts, humanities, science programs, and cultural activities in the community. These grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in Marion – including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies, or performances […] Read more »

Little People’s Theater (Ages 5-8): Tuesdays; 4:30 – 5:30 pm (6-week sessions); Instructor: Suzy Taylor; Tuition: Each six-week session is $80 for MAC members* and $95 for non-members. Minimum of five students required for this class to run. Registration deadline for Fall Session I is September 13. *Current membership required for discount. The 2016-2017 Membership […] Read more »

Showstoppers Musical Entertainment is seeking talented youth for its 15th annual public audition to be held on Wednesday, September 28 at 6:30 pm at the Knights of Columbus on Route 6 in Mattapoisett. Talented boys and girls in Grades 2-12 are encouraged to tryout to participate in the community-service singing troupe. Candidates are asked to […] Read more »

The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club begins their silver anniversary season on Thursday, September 15 at noon with a delicious Welcome Back potluck luncheon in Reynard Hall at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church, 27 Church Street. Please join us as our guest for a delicious, informal luncheon while you chat with new acquaintances and renew old friendships. Learn […] Read more »

The Marion Art Center Dance Academy is now accepting registrations for its Fall 2016 Session. Classes are held on Mondays and run for 10 weeks, beginning September 19. The instructor will be Miss Joclyne Nunes. Times: Preschool (ages 3-5): Mondays, 3:30 to 4:05pm; Beginner (ages 6-8): Mondays, 4:15 to 5:00 pm; Tap (ages 4-9): Mondays, […] Read more »

Bike Lending Program at the Elizabeth Taber Library: Now extended! The Elizabeth Taber Library is extending their bike lending program through the end of September to allow library patrons (18 and over) to check out a bicycle and helmet for the day with your Marion library card. Patrons will need to provide their library card […] Read more »

Are you a knitter or crocheter? The Plumb Library Knitters meets every Monday at 6:30 pm. All levels are welcome, and chocolate is always served. Bring your project or use our books to find a new one. The Rochester Council on Aging Book Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:15 am […] Read more »

Buzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity has applications available for a 960-square foot three-bedroom Habitat for Humanity home for purchase on 18 Minot Avenue, Wareham. The application deadline is September 23, 2016. Applicant households must be income eligible (families must fall into the following guidelines, 30% to 60% of the area median income as adjusted […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Cultural Council seeks grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs until October 17, 2016. These grants are available to support a variety of cultural projects and activities in and around Mattapoisett – including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies or performances in schools, workshops, and lectures. This year, Mattapoisett Cultural Council […] Read more »