Hello from Plumb Library

We invite you to join us from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm on Saturday, December 13 at the Library for the Annual Friends Holiday Fundraiser. We will be auctioning off 12 beautifully curated, themed baskets, as well as a couple of deluxe gift baskets worth over $100 each. Tickets are on sale now and will […] Read more »

Ramps For The Holidays

Buzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity (BBAHFH) is seeking metal wheelchair ramp donations and support for their Ramp Donation Program. According to Executive Director Christine Lacourse, “We have currently helped 26 families with ramps this year with the community’s support. We have three more families that need our help before the end of the year, […] Read more »

Rochester Historical Society Holiday Happenings

On December 13 from 10:00 pm to 1:30 pm, the Rochester Historical Society will be at the Plumb Library Holiday Fund Raiser. We’ll be right there as you come in the door, and we hope you will stop to say hi and to check out our items for sale. We’re Santa approved with many potential […] Read more »

Holiday By the Sea Raffle Experience

The Sippican Woman’s Club is thrilled to announce its annual “Holiday By The Sea” Raffle, offering one lucky winner an unforgettable seaside escape. This year’s exclusive prize invites you to enjoy an enchanting evening at Harbourtown, the iconic mixed-use building overlooking Plymouth’s sparkling waterfront.             The winner will unwind in a magnificent private suite with […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Seeks Volunteers for 4th of July Celebration

The Town of Mattapoisett is gearing up for an Independence Day celebration, and we need your help to make it happen!             We’re calling on community members of all ages to volunteer for this year’s July festivities. We have several ideas that are being considered to present a small-town celebration for the USA on the […] Read more »

Children’s Department at the Mattapoisett Library

Due to the success of our food drive during the month of November, we will be continuing to collect donations for local food pantries in the form of non-perishable food, pet food, diapers, cleaning supplies, and items to help with personal hygiene. Unlike in November, we will no longer be waiving late fees on library […] Read more »

December at the Rochester Historical Museum

December is a busy time for everyone, especially Santa and his elves. The Rochester Historical Society is happy to help out the folks at the North Pole. We’ll be at the Plumb Library Holiday Fundraiser on December 13 from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm with lots of Rochester clothing, hats, books and maps and more. […] Read more »

From the Files of the Rochester Historical Society

A couple of weeks ago, I mentioned the Hartley Sawmill which was a successful business for many years and finally closed in 1964. The actual site of that mill now marked only by rocks and a water course has an extensive history all its own. The area around it is historically referred to as the […] Read more »

New Santa Hat for Salty

Salty the Seahorse got a fresh coat of paint in 2024 for the Mattapoisett Land Trust’s 50th Anniversary. In December 2024 Salty’s old Santa Hat was put, but after being exposed to the winds of many winter storms his hat had become droopy and quite dingy. Local Mattapoisett resident, Mary Dermody, decided to take on […] Read more »

Rochester Historical Society News

The last Sunday that the Museum will be open from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm is the 30th, however, it’s a good idea to call Sue at 508-295-8908 to make sure there’s coverage. After this you can always call Sue or Connie 617-750-2818 to arrange a visit.             We will be at the Plumb Library […] Read more »