Events

Emerging adults, 20 and up, are invited to join us for the Literary Society's Mocktails and Mixology Masterclass on Tuesday, March 31, at 6:00 pm. Participants are in for a spirited (zero-proof.) evening of Literary Mocktails with Jonathan Pogash, founder of The Cocktail Guru, and author of the Mr. Boston Bartender's Guide 75th Anniversary Edition. […]

Young professionals and emerging adults, 20 and up, are invited to join us for the Literary Society's Mocktails and Mixology Masterclass on Tuesday, March 31, at 6:00 pm. Participants are in for a spirited (zero-proof.) evening of Literary Mocktails with Jonathan Pogash, founder of The Cocktail Guru, and author of the Mr. Boston Bartender's Guide […]

The Mariner Youth Soccer Club's Annual Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 pm at the Fairhaven Council on Aging located at 229 Huttleston Avenue, Fairhaven, MA 02719. All members are welcome to attend. The meeting will include elections for board positions and committee updates and appointments. Please address questions or interest to: […]

The next meeting of the Machacam Club is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1. We meet at the American Legion Hall on Depot Street. Social time begins at 5pm followed by dinner at 6pm. Our speaker will be introduced at 6:40 pm. Chef Colby is planning another satisfying meal. Callers, please send your counts by 9:00 […]

Please join us as we plan the Semi quincentennial celebration of our country. We need your help to make it happen. The committee is working on several ideas for the celebration. The events will be family friendly that recognize the historical past and the future of our great country. Volunteers are the heart of this […]

On Saturday, April 4 at 10:00 am, the Mattapoisett Land Trust is excited to bring you a dog hiking Adventure. This is the first in a year-long series every other first Saturday of the month (next walk in June!). We can't think of a better way to spend a couple of hours on a Saturday […]

The Early Childhood Education Program at Old Rochester Regional High School will host its First Annual Community Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at 11:00 am in the high school courtyard. Families are invited to enjoy a festive morning featuring an egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, and a student-run bake sale. Organized by […]

Join us outside (hopefully) Saturday, April 4, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm along with natural science illustrator and wetland scientist Tricia Cassady of The Art & Nature Studio to explore nature drawing and journaling in the springtime when everything is starting to bud and come alive. If you have been taking classes with us this […]

Students in grades 9-12 are invited to our monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting on Tuesday, April 7 at 6:00 pm. The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is an action-oriented group of students who work to integrate their youthful voices into MFPL's services, programming, goals, and communications. New members are always welcome.

The next session of our popular writing class 6 Weeks, 6 Stories returns starting April 7 and will run through May 12 on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the MAC Studio at 80 Pleasant St, Marion. Sarah Banse returns to guide writers whether they are beginning a practice, a seasoned writer […]

The next meeting of the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, at 6:00 pm in the Marine Room. All are welcome to attend. A Zoom link to the meeting is available upon request. If you have any questions, please contact the library at mfpl@sailsinc.org. We can pass along your message […]

ORCTV will hold its Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 9 at the ORCTV studio. The meeting will begin at 5:00 pm and will include the election of officers to the Old Rochester Community Television Board of Directors. All current ORCTV station members are invited and encouraged to attend. 2026 Board of Director’s Nomination Slate Marion […]

The Sippican Woman’s Club is especially pleased to announce that in observance of National Poetry Month, their April speaker will be Ann Wallace, Poet Laureate Emeritus of Jersey City, and author of recently published Keeping Room, her third book of poetry. The title of her presentation is “Writing My Way Through,” regarding her own redemptive […]

The Marion Police Department and Harbormaster's Office are offering two free sessions of boating safety certification courses in accordance with new laws impacting recreational boating. The Massachusetts Legislature passed a law, The Hanson Milone Act of 2024, requiring anyone operating a motorized vessel in Massachusetts to possess a Boater Safety Certificate. Starting April 1, 2026, […]

The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library's used Book Sale is on Saturday, April 11, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Book donations will be accepted on Thursday, April 9, and Friday, April 10, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm in the library's meeting room.

Four Bridges, a New England-based bluegrass band, will be returning to the Mattapoisett Museum on Saturday, April 11 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Tickets are $18.00 for Museum Members and $20 for the general public. They can be ordered from the Museum's website www.mattapoisettmuseum.org/events or will be available at the door if available. Four […]

The Marion Social Club located at 44 Pumping Station Road will be holding a "Taste of Italy" dinner on April 12. The dinner will include Antipasto, Lasagna, Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo, Chicken Parmesan, Bread and Italian Pastries. The price is $16.00 per person. If interested in attending, please call Betsy Youngson to reserve your tickets […]

This month's Silent Book Club meets on Sunday, April 12, at 2:00 pm in the upstairs Reading Rooms. Participants will enjoy delicious treats, tea, and quiet time to read. Relax with friends, acquaintances, and strangers while learning about your next favorite book. The event is for patrons ages 16 and up - no registration required.

Please join the Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library on Sunday, April 12 as we host our annual Afternoon Tea Fundraiser at the Marion Music Hall in Marion. Performer Sheryl Faye returns in "Liberty and Legacy" as Abigail Adams, one of the Founders of our country. Guests are encouraged to wear festive hats and/or time […]

Sunday Church Services and Adult Bible Study every Sunday at 5:30 pm at the American Legion Hall, 3 Depot Street. Free Food Outreach, April 12 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the American Legion Hall. Children’s “Bible Story Time” for children, parents, and care givers of children, April 7 at 10:00 am held at […]

The Rochester Republican Town Committee will hold its next meeting on Monday, April 13, at 6:30 pm, at the Ponderosa Sportsman’s Club in Acushnet. Anne Manning Martin will be the guest speaker. She is a candidate for Lieutenant Governor and has joined the Mike Kennealy ticket. She has thirty-four years of law enforcement experience. She […]

Join K&A Creations for a step-by-step painting lesson on Tuesday, April 14 at 6:00 pm. Create a lovely lemon tree, or do your own thing. All materials are included. For adults 18 and up. Space is limited. Registration is required. This program is supported by a grant from the Mattapoisett Cultural Council, a local agency, […]

Join performer and educator Stephen Collins for an engaging evening exploring the life and work of Robert Frost through a blend of storytelling and performance. This event will be held on Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30 pm in the library's meeting room.

The Democratic Town Committees of Acushnet, Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, and Rochester as well as the Plymouth County Democratic League will host a special screening of The Last Class, a documentary featuring former U.S. Secretary of Labor and economist Robert Reich, on Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30 pm at the AMC Theater in Dartmouth. The film follows […]

Please join us as we plan the Semi quincentennial celebration of our country. We need your help to make it happen. The committee is working on several ideas for the celebration. The events will be family friendly that recognize the historical past and the future of our great country. Volunteers are the heart of this […]

Cushing Cemetery is holding a meeting on April 18 at 10:00 am downstairs in the conference room at the town library. All Board members and Trustees are asked to attend. This meeting is opened to the public. Hope to see you there.

The Mattapoisett Lions Club Senior Dinner will be held on Saturday, April 18 at 12:00 pm for local seniors at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church. There is no fee for the meal, and the dinner includes full turkey dinner, with fixings and dessert. Participants and individuals who need meals can contact the Council on aging at: […]

Did you know April is "Financial Literacy Month?" On Saturday, April 18, at 1:00 pm, visit the Mattapoisett Library with for Economic Empowerment Hour. Teens can learn essential skills like understanding credit and how to write a check. No registration required.

MYC will hold its Annual Spring Fling on April 18 at 6:00 pm at the new MYC Clubhouse located at 32 Ned’s Point Rd, Mattapoisett. The new clubhouse is located on the 2nd floor of the Mattapoisett Boatyard. The clubhouse features a spacious outside deck area, bar and lounge area, large screen tv, and captain […]

The Town of Mattapoisett Natural Resource Department is hosting a Rabies Clinic. The clinic will be held at the Mattapoisett Highway Department, 5 Mendell Road, Mattapoisett, on April 19 and will run from 10:00 am to 1:00 bpm. Vaccines will be administered by the Mattapoisett Animal Hospital and will cost $15 cash. The clinic will […]

Join Ruth Bader Ginsburg at the Mattapoisett Library on Sunday, April 19, at 2:00 pm. Sheryl Faye will portray the late Associate Justice of the Supreme Court in her one-woman show. All adults are welcome. No registration required.

Starry Night is an opportunity for people of all ages to gaze at the night sky on the evening of Sunday, April 19, 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm at Grace Meadow-Santos Farm Preserve located off Aucoot Road at the end of Bowman Road in the eastern part of Mattapoisett. This evening will provide opportunities to […]

On Tuesday, April 21, 10:00 am to 11:00 am, young children are invited to Wiggle Worm Story Time. at Dunseith Gardens to hear “Carl and the Meaning of Life” and other stories. Readings by MLT members Jocelyn Mitchell Chin and Bethany Couto will be followed by a walk to observe signs of spring, find some […]

Join our next Board Game Club on Tuesday, April 21, at 6:00 pm. Come with friends and family or drop by solo to have some table-top fun. Bring your own games or play some of ours. No registration required.

Starting to plan ahead for April Vacation? Keep the Library in mind. We're hosting Little Sparks Theater on Wednesday, April 22 at 11:00 am for Big Kid Creative Drama - an engaging and highly interactive drama program for kids ages 6-8/grades 1-3. On Friday, April 24, we're running our very own escape room. Sign up […]

We're hosting Little Sparks Theater on Wednesday, April 22 at 11:00 am for Big Kid Creative Drama - an engaging and highly interactive drama program for kids ages 6-8/grades 1-3. On Friday, April 24, we're running our very own escape room. Sign up for a timeslot to Escape the Library. Both programs require registration and […]

In honor of America's 250th year, teens and tweens are invited to join us for a screening of the award-winning musical, Hamilton, on Wednesday, April 22 at 1:00 pm. No registration is required and free snacks.

Discover the wonderful world of warblers on Wednesday, April 22 at 6:00 pm at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow Street. Warblers are among the most beautiful birds but also challenging to identify. We'll explore the fascinating world of these tiny migrants, from their amazing colors to their complex songs, behaviors, and habitats. Learn […]

The League of Women Voters of the South Coast invites you to Candidates' Night on Thursday, April 23, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the Multipurpose Room at Sippican School. Please plan to arrive by 6:45 pm and kindly leave all campaign materials outside the school. Attorney Jack Eklund will serve as the moderator. […]

Escape from the terrible thicket by mixing potions and translating fairy messages to find your way out. This dynamic escape room event is on Friday, April 24 at 11:00 am for families and 1:00 pmfor teens. Space is limited. Registration is required. This program is supported by a grant from the Mattapoisett Cultural Council, a […]

The Rochester Women's Club will hold an Earth Day Clean Up on April 25 from 9am to 1:00 pm. Pick up your garbage bags and gloves at the Rochester Women's Club, 37 Marion Road, Rochester and name the street or place you are cleaning up trash.

The Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library will sponsor a Drive-up Book donation day at the Library, 8 Spring St, Marion on Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will be accepting adult books, children's books, large print books in good condition, also accepting games and puzzles. We are not able to […]

On Saturday, April 25, at 1:00 pm, Gary Johnson will conduct a Vernal Pool Walk at the Woodcock Preserve. This mature forest, located near 32 Long Plain Road, is home to one of the largest vernal pools in the area. Off-street parking is available in the area marked with a Buzzards Bay Coalition/Mattapoisett Land Trust […]

Have you ever been curious about the quacking and peeping going on in the woods behind your house? There's a good chance there is a vernal pool nearby. Join the Mattapoisett Land Trust during School Vacation on Saturday, April 25 at 1:00 pm at our Woodcock Preserve to learn more about vernal pools. Vernal pools […]

Come to the Mattapoisett Library for an afternoon with Anita Diamant on Sunday, April 26, at 2:00 pm. Anita Diamant is a prolific and award-winning author of fiction, non-fiction, and essay collections. Some of her notable titles include The Red Tent and The Boston Girl. This event is free and open to all.

The Town of Marion will host the first public meeting on its Harbor Management Plan on Tuesday, April 28, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Marion Music Hall. Residents, boaters, waterfront property owners and other community members are invited to attend, learn about the planning process, ask questions and share feedback. The Town of […]

On Wednesday April 29 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, the Mattapoisett Democratic Town Committee will host a Candidates' Night in the downstairs public meeting room of the Mattapoisett Free Public Library. All candidates for any elected position in our upcoming Municipal Election on May 19, 2026, will be extended an invitation and provided an […]

The Marion Select Board will hold a Town Meeting Warrant Review at the Marion Music Hall, 164 Front Street, on Wednesday, April 29 beginning at 6:00 pm. This is an opportunity for residents to ask questions about the Warrant for Annual Town Meeting. The Warrant for the Annual Town Meeting can be viewed at marionma.gov. […]

Come to the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on Wednesday, April 29 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm for an engaging and informative performance by actor Stephen Collins as he brings poet Robert Frost to life. Collins grew up in Cambridge and received a BA in Literature from UMass Boston. After twenty plus years in a […]

The Marion Board of Health would like to inform the community of the following event: Rabies Prevention, Control Efforts and Reducing Risk of Exposure on Thursday, April 30 at 5:30 pm at the Benjamin D. Cushing Community Center. The Cape Cod and Southeast Massachusetts Rabies Task Force is actively involved in rabies prevention and control […]