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Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House579 viewsThe Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House attracted scores of families on Saturday, October 12, with free food, fun, and fire demonstrations that captured the children’s attention while reinforcing the importance of fire safety. Photos by Jean Perry
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Family Fun Festival 579 viewsFamilies came out in record numbers to enjoy the 4th Annual Fall Free Family Fun Festival sponsored by the Mattapoisett’s Lion Club on October 19 held at Shipyard Park. Bruce Rocha of the club estimated attendance at over 400. Kids and adults alike enjoyed free face painting, bowling with pumpkins, a corn hole toss, snacks, hayrides to Ned’s Point and, yes, free pumpkins to take home. Photos by Marilou Newell and Sandra Frechette
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Christmas Day Swim579 viewsThe 16th Annual Christmas Day Swim for Helping Hands and Hooves took place under bright blue cloudless skies and a balmy 43 degrees as dozens of families and friends took the plunge at Mattapoisett Town Beach. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Christmas Holiday Shop578 viewsSt. Anthony’s and St. Rita’s parishioners combined efforts to give the community a Christmas Holiday Shop and Celebration on Saturday, December 5, 2009. The basement of St. Anthony’s church was decked out in snowflakes, wreaths, bells, bows, and a Santa sleigh. Santa listened patiently as children told him what they wanted for Christmas. A beautiful bake table tempted visitors with gooey confections and warm malasadas were enjoyed by all. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Library Crafts578 viewsOn Saturday, December 19, 2009, the Mattapoisett Free Public Library hosted a ornament-making session. Children made seaside-themed holiday ornaments that included seashells, starfish, whelks, and everyone's favorite, Salty the Seahorse. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Memorial Day578 viewsThe Florence Eastman Post 220 in Mattapoisett hosted the town’s Memorial Day observance and parade on May 31, 2010. The ceremony began with a service at the Veteran’s monument in front of the library, and then a parade assembled and marched to the town wharf and to Cushing Cemetery. The ceremony was held in memory of Lt. Chris Byron. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Open House578 viewsThe Mattapoisett Fire Department opened its doors last Thursday, October 14, 2010, to residents interested learning about its life-saving work. The event was part of Fire Safety Month. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Camp Massasoit’s 50th578 viewsCamp Massasoit’s 50th Anniversary, that was held Saturday July 28th at the Mattapoisett YMCA. About 150 people attended from near and far. Pictured here (left to right) Laurie Jones Gustafson, Jackie (Blanchette) Farese, Gary Blanchette, April (Britto) Elderkin and Cheryl Lammers
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New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus 578 viewsThe New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus visited the Mattapoisett Museum and Carriage House on April 21 to share songs that reflect the rich maritime heritage of the region. The chorus of more than 40 members boasts a repertoire including chanteys, ballads, and ditties of sailors, whalers, and coastwise fisherfolk. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Presto Press578 viewsA partnership between the Mattapoisett Historical Society and the public library allowed the sale of duplicate issues of the Presto Press, which was printed from the 1950s until the early 1990s. People poured over the stacks seeking a specific issue or year to take home for their personal archives. The monies raised will be used to defray the cost of storing the publications in a climate-controlled space. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Crescent Beach Association Art Show578 viewsArtists Sandra Marchetti, Janet Smith-Flaherty, Jane Egan, and Pam Fleming pose in front of some of their artwork at the Crescent Beach Association Art Show held on Saturday, August 13. They report that the show was a successful event. A portion of the proceeds went to the association. Photo by Roger Ames
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Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Competition578 viewsThe 2nd Annual Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Competition was well attended this Sunday, September 18, behind the Knights of Columbus on Route 6. Two categories – professional establishment and public safety – competed for best judged chowder and people’s choice. The Rochester Facilities Department took first place, with the Rochester Firefighter’s Association taking second and the People’s Choice award. Photos by Jean Perry
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