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Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House448 viewsThursday, October 13 was the Annual Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House at the fire station. During open house, families can tour the station, enjoy refreshments, make crafts, try out the fire hose, and watch demonstrations such as the Jaws of Life extraction and the much-anticipated fire extinguishing event. Photos by Jean Perry
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Mattapoisett Firemen’s Reunion448 viewsRetired firemen gathered to celebrate the first Mattapoisett Firemen’s Reunion on October 16 at Ned’s Point. Former members of the Mattapoisett Fire Department along with several others from Fairhaven, Rochester, and Marion and current members of the department enjoyed the splendid fall afternoon while reliving past events in careers that spanned decades. On hand to greet the men and women as they arrived was retired Chief Ron Scott, who spent 42 years on the Mattapoisett Fire Department.
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Salty’s Silvery Moon Soiree448 viewsSaturday, October 22, was the date for the Mattapoisett Land Trust’s annual event, “Salty’s Silvery Moon Soiree” at the MLT’s Dunseith Gardens property. Families enjoyed refreshments, ghost stories by the bonfire, and spooky-themed crafts. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Veterans Day Ceremony in Mattapoiset448 viewsCol. Joseph McGraw was the guest speaker during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Old Hammondtown School. McGraw has a long and impressive military career. He graduated in 1994 from U.S. Military Academy and achieved successive ranks to become a full colonel in 2015. George Randall, member of the Florence Eastman Post of the American Legion, recited the preamble to the American Constitution and the Gettysburg Address before a standing-room only audience during the November 11 Veterans Day Ceremony in Mattapoiset
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Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge448 viewsIt takes a certain type of person to jump into the cold ocean on New Year’s morning. Behold, the locals who fit that description as they enjoy a frosty January 1st at Mattapoisett Town Beach for the annual Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge! Hundreds lined the beach to take the plunge, with bundled spectators watching from the sidelines and cheering as the plungers charged ahead screaming and shrieking with exhilaration. Proceeds from the plunge benefit locals battling cancer. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Tiara 5K Road Race448 viewsThe Tiara 5K road race sponsored by Oxford Creamery has become a staple Mother’s Day tradition in Mattapoisett. The weather was damp and chilly, but still 441 runners turned out for the Mattapoisett village run to benefit the Women’s Fund of New Bedford. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Mattapoisett Woman's Club 448 viewsMembers of the Mattapoisett Woman's Club (left to right) Barbara Ponzyn, Barbara Van Inwegen, Erin Burlinson, Susan Perkins, Sue Mitchell, and Roxanne Bungert - and below, Elaine Botelho - were volunteers on the front lawn garden installation at Rosecliff in Newport in preparation of the 2017 Newport Flower Show (NFS). Photo courtesy Karen Gardner
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Happy Days at Harbor Days 448 viewsIt all seems to come and go so quickly year after year, but while the Harbors Days are here the people of Mattapoisett and surrounding towns make time to enjoy the annual seaside event – the fish fry, lobster feast, pancake breakfast, and arts and crafts – that the Mattapoisett Lions Club works so hard all year round to keep going. Photos by Glenn C. Silva
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Sailboat Races448 viewsSailboats race in Mattapoisett as seen from Crescent Beach. Photo courtesy Faith Ball
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Mattapoisett Halloween Parade 2017448 viewsThe Mattapoisett Police has again brought out the best Halloween in the community with another annual Mattapoisett Halloween Parade, including costume contests, over 600 goody bags and glow sticks, and safety tips for a happy and safe Halloween. Photos by Glenn C. Silva
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Salty’s Silvery Moon Soirée448 viewsSalty’s Silvery Moon Soirée at Dunseith Gardens in Mattapoisett was the place to be for storytelling and s’mores on Saturday, October 28. Sponsored by the Mattapoisett Land Trust, the event has become a beloved annual autumn event in Tri-Town. Photos by Glenn C. Silva
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