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‘Chillaxing’ at Plumb Library271 views‘Chillaxing’ at Plumb Library: Kara Underhill, 12, Emma Makuch, 10, and Bridget Farias, 11, joined Wellness Practitioner Marcia Hartley to mix essential oils in a stress-free zone on the snowy Tuesday of February 17. Chill-ax was part of Plumb Library’s school vacation week programming, which includes ‘Peace it On’ infant relaxation on February 20 from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm, with ‘Yoga 4 Kids’ to follow from 12:15 - 12:45 pm. Register at 508-763-8600. Photos by Jean Perry
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Boston Post Cane271 viewsSelectman Naida Parker presented Rochester’s oldest resident with the Boston Post Cane on February 20. Armand Cournoyer, 100, who now resides at the Sippican Healthcare Center, received the cane during a small ceremony while surrounded by friends and three generations of family members. Photos by Jean Perry
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Irish Fairy Godmother271 viewsBringing with her a magical teapot, the Irish Fairy Godmother visited the Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library March 7, treating about 25 kids to a magic show. Magician Debbie O’Carroll said her favorite part about being the Irish Fairy Godmother is seeing the cheerful responses from her young audience. Photos by Felix Perez
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Tree City USA271 viewsThe Town of Rochester is now a Tree City USA, and Town Administrator Michael McCue hosted a tree planting on April 24 to mark the town’s first Arbor Day celebration. About 25 people attended the presentation of the American beech tree at Church’s Field. Photos by Jean Perry
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2015 Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race271 viewsThere were 66 teams that raced their way through Rochester and Mattapoisett in the 2015 Rochester Memorial Day Boat Race on May 25. Participants say Church Falls is always the trickiest spot, but around every bend is another challenge to keep on paddling through. Photos by Felix Perez
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Society for Creative Anachronism271 viewsThe Society for Creative Anachronism visited a farm in Rochester on Sunday, June 7 for its medieval armored combat competition, the 2015 Baronial Thrown Weapons and Archery Championship. The local SCA group, “The Barony of Smoking Rocks,” is a group of lovers of all things from Renaissance and medieval history, who fully immerse themselves in it with authentic costume and activities. Photos by Felix Perez
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The 2015 Rochester Country Fair271 viewsThe 2015 Rochester Country Fair was the place to go last week for family fun and good old-fashioned country entertainment. Photo by Colin Veitch
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The 2015 Rochester Country Fair271 viewsThe 2015 Rochester Country Fair was the place to go last week for family fun and good old-fashioned country entertainment. Photo by Colin Veitch
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Octopurr Fest271 viewsIt’s All About the Animals in Rochester held a Halloween-themed event to raise money for a much-needed addition to the main house of the cat shelter located at 103 Marion Road. “Octopurr Fest” was well attended, said owner/operator Pam Robinson, calling the event “purr-fect” in every way. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Disney: The Movies, The Music.271 viewsThe fourth-grade students at Rochester Memorial School brought the magic of Disney to the stage on Wednesday, January 24 for the school’s presentation of “Disney: The Movies, The Music.” Photos by Colin Veitch
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Take Your Child to the Library Day271 viewsThe Plumb Library in Rochester participated in the national “Take Your Child to the Library Day” on Saturday, February 6. Encore Entertainment, Mr. Vinnie from The Toe Jam Puppet Band, and “Professor Trelawney” greeted kids and their families during the event that Children’s Librarian Lisa Fuller said was all about raising “library awareness.” Photos by Colin Veitch
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SouthCoast Working Dog Club271 viewsThe SouthCoast Working Dog Club held a three-day Schutzhund trial at the Rochester Country Fairgrounds on May 27-29. The event is a competition in training, tracking, obedience, and protection for working breeds of dogs. Training Director Mario Gomes’ German shepherd, “Caribou,” is headed to the World Championship in Slovenia to represent the USA. Photos by Jean Perry and Denzil Ernstzen
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