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Osprey Marsh Accessible Boardwalk111 viewsDespite a downpour perfectly timed for its planned gathering on Friday off Point Road in Marion, the Sippican Lands Trust celebrated the completion of the new Osprey Marsh Accessible Boardwalk. Executive Director Jim Bride and president Alan Harris held a live Zoom meeting for those who could not attend, and some of the donors for the project assisted in the ribbon-cutting. The boardwalk is open by appointment. See story by Marilou Newell. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Brownie Girl Scout Troop 111 viewsBrownie Girl Scout Troop 67047 hiked the Sippican Land Trust Osprey walk in Marion on Sunday. Ms. Jerline used her Nature Anatomy book to help the girls identify plants. Ms. Liz and Ms. Alda helped the girls carry a tune as they learned three new songs for their Girl Scout Way badge. Ms. Tia helped remind them to maintain their 6 feet of distance with her yardstick and keep their masks on— they did so well! We welcomed a new girl from Acushnet.
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Marion Memorial Day111 viewsThe Town of Marion held its Memorial Day Ceremony 2021 on May 31 at Old Landing, officiated by Major Andrew Bonney of the United States Air Force and featuring keynote speaker Dr. Steven L. Pierce of the College of Distance Education at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Nolan Fest111 viewsThe first-ever Nolan Fest was held on July 11 at Silvershell Beach in Marion to honor the late Nolan Gibbons, who tragically passed away on August 18, 2020. The festival featured live music and words presented by area and national contributors, along with video tributes and a fire show. Nolan's parents, Warren and Sheila Gibbons, of Marion, hosted the event that included Acapop! Kids members Eliza Pryor and Preston Howell. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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Arts in the Park111 viewsSeveral hundred people came out to enjoy the annual Arts in the Park fundraiser hosted by the Marion Art Center on July 10. Forty artists who had been invited by a MAC jury to participate featured their crafts and art objects. The jury ensures the quality of the items on display and also gives up-and-coming artisans a platform to showcase their work. Strolling along the paths, people found pottery, wearable art, custom crafted furniture, and a wide variety of jewelry. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Marion Town Party111 viewsSilvershell Beach provided a new site and the harbor a new backdrop for the Marion Town Party, held on August 28 for the first time in two years. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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Good News111 viewsOn October 14, Jeff and Lauren Paine of Pine Meadow Farms in Mattapoisett brought Alpacas “Good News,” a two-year-old male, and “Patience,” a 10-year-old female, to the Loft School in Marion, where Debbi Dyson's Pre-K class has been learning about Peru and the country’s alpacas and llamas. Pine Meadow will host an Open House on October 30. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Stuff a Cruiser111 viewsWillie enjoys a moment with the 1924 Model T, and Santa Claus is joined by Marion Chief of Police Richard Nighelli and his daughter Kayla as the Marion Police Department and Marion Police Brotherhood collaborated for their annual Stuff a Cruiser event at the Sippican Elementary School’s bus loop.
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St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church111 viewsThe youth group at St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church in Marion hosted Passover Haggadah dinner on March 22, attended by church members, family and friends. Wendy Reardon is the leader of the youth group, and Father Eric Fialho is the pastor. The Seder meal was prepared and served by the youth group, and they shared Passover readings. Photo courtesy Kathy Morgan
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Judy Rosbe111 viewsThe Massachusetts History Alliance honored Judy Rosbe for her outstanding contributions to the Sippican Historical Society with the Star Award at their conference on June 3 in Devens. MHA Star Award recipients are recognized for long-term commitment, outstanding work with concrete results, exemplary innovation, local leadership for change, or contributions to equity and justice. Photo courtesy Alanna Nelson
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Marion Cub Scouts Pack110 viewsOn May 22, Marion Cub Scouts Pack 32 celebrated its annual Blue and Gold Banquet at its home base, Camp Hadley. In these unique times, these cubs had the most challenging year ever. They were diligent, reverent, and kind as they completed all of their achievements. Scouting is a year-long activity for girls and boys in Grades K-5. If you are interested in scouting, please contact the Cub Scouts at marioncubscouts@gmail.com. Photo courtesy Kristen Guevara
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