When so many public institutions are cutting back, it’s heartwarming to see one expand its service. The Elizabeth Taber Library in Marion is doing just that. Starting January 3, the library will open at 9:30 am instead of 10:00 am on Monday through Friday. “We know people need to use our computers and other services […] Read more »
Sippican Choral Spring Rehearsals
The Sippican Choral Society welcomes singers for its 2012 Spring Concert, with rehearsals beginning January 9. Rehearsals are held weekly at 7:30 pm at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s Reynaud Hall, 27 Church Street, Mattapoisett. New members are welcome to join until January 23. Songs of Inspiration and Remembrance, featuring Fauré’s Requiem, will be the focus […] Read more »
“Silver Foxx” Performs in Mattapoisett
“The Silver Foxx” George Cataldo will present “Music Through the Ages” on Thursday, January 26 at the Mattapoisett Council on Aging, Center School, third floor auditorium at 17 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett. There will be a 12:30 pm luncheon and the show will be from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Come enjoy songs from the Big Band […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Christmas Tree Removal
Christmas tree pick-up in the Town of Mattapoisett is scheduled for the weeks of January 3, through January 13, 2012. Christmas trees should be placed curbside by 7:00 am on the day of your regularly scheduled rubbish pick-up. Trees are also accepted at the Transfer Station on Tinkham Hill Road. Trees in plastic bags or […] Read more »
Groundhog Cover Contest
The Wanderer is once again holding a Groundhog Day Cover Contest. The winner’s artwork will appear on the cover of our February 2 issue. The winner will also receive a new iPod touch. Create an original work of art to be displayed on the cover of The Wanderer. Anything that can be displayed on the […] Read more »
EMS Seeks On-Call Staff
The Emergency Medical Services of the Town of Marion is seeking to recruit area residents who would like the opportunity to help their local neighbors and guests in their time of distress. Members of Marion EMS are “on-call” staff who respond to emergencies as needed and are compensated on an hourly basis. We are a […] Read more »
SOLE Seeks Donations
SOLE (Students Organizing Labor Equality) is a student run club at ORRHS. A division of the United Students Against Sweatshops, SOLE works to promote fair trade practices and USA made products within the high school and community. Last year SOLE was able to purchase fair trade soccer balls for the boys’ soccer team. This year, […] Read more »
Marion Art Center Winter/Spring Classes
• Winter/Spring Classes – The Marion Art Center is now accepting registrations for its Winter-Spring classes. A non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the visual and performing arts, the Marion Art Center has been offering classes to children for over 25 years and is located at 80 Pleasant Street in Marion. Members of the Marion Art […] Read more »
Library Happenings
Mattapoisett Free Public Library • Winter Storytimes – Registration will begin for the Winter Storytime series on December 27. New this session will be the addition of a Thursday afternoon preschool session instead of the Thursday morning session. For more information, call the Children’s Department at 508-758-4171. • Community Cafe – Your library is a comfortable community center. Thanks to […] Read more »
Heritage Committee Members Needed
The Heritage Days Committee appreciates all the positive responses have received from Mattapoisett residents and guests who have enjoyed Heritage summer programs. The committee has had the pleasure of planning these events for several years – however, committee numbers have decreased. For another Heritage Weekend Celebration to happen, many energetic volunteers are needed to commit […] Read more »