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Marion Natural History Museum210 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum's afterschool group had a chance to explore and map Ram Island with Dr. Michael Moore and Mrs. Hannah Moore this week. We investigated salt marshes and mapped osprey nests, found some horseshoe crabs and met some donkeys, chickens and friendly dogs on both our Wednesday and Thursday trips. We wish to thank the Moore's for sharing their beautiful island with our group. Please visit our website to view our upcoming summer programs at www.marionmuseum.org. Photo courtesy Eliza
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Marion Social Club210 viewsRobert Pina shared these photos of the Marion Social Club Chicken Bake held on Sunday.
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Marion Natural History Museum210 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum hosted a program last Friday on the Ocean Twilight Zone with Dr. Benjamin Grassian of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI). Dr. Grassian is researching Diel Vertical Migration, or the daily vertical migration of animals in the mesopelagic zone of the ocean in response to light and predation. Dr. Grassian described his research findings and brought in specimens of some of these animals which had been netted during the study. The museum hosted a full house for this fas
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Marion Natural History Museum210 viewsAfter learning how to build a snake hibernaculum, a beaver lodge, and a bear den, the group tried their hand at creating miniatures for museum display. The beaver lodge was tested to see if it held water back and still kept the lodge dry inside. It was a huge success! Feel free to come in to view any of these creations during the museum’s open hours. Photo courtesy Elizabeth Leidhold.
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Elizabeth Tabor Library210 viewsFrom the re-opening of Marion’s Elizabeth Tabor Library on Monday, March 24. State Representative Mark Silva (D-10) pictured giving a congratulatory state citation. Pictured from left to right: Director Elizabeth Sherry, Board of Trustees Association President David Finn-Clark, and Representative Mark Silva. Photo by Jayson Newell.
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Marion Natural History Museum209 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum’s afterschool group wishes to thank Dave Wilson and Isaac Perry of the Marion Harbormaster’s Office for the fun tour of Sippican Harbor last Wednesday. The wind was too strong to land on Bird Island, but we had a chance to view the activity on the island from the water and watch the terns catch some fish. We also visited with an osprey on Ram Island. We very much appreciate the opportunity to learn a little more about Marion’s bird life. Photos courtesy Elizabeth Leidhold
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Marion Veterans209 viewsMarion veterans participated in the Council on Aging's "Vet Together" luncheon on Monday at the Cushing Community Center where they met retired Naval officer Chris Gerrior, the Tri-Town’s new veterans services officer. Pictured at the table enjoying lunch with Gerrior are, from left: Rocky Lopes, U.S. Army; A.J. Porche, U.S. Navy; Demi Barros, U.S. Navy; and Gabe Ditata, U.S. Army. Photos by Mick Colageo
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A Midsummer Night's Dream209 viewsThe Marion Art Center's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream was performed on August 14 by a mix of professional and student actors at the bandstand on Island Wharf. Photos by Mick Colageo
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September 11 Ceremony209 viewsThe Town of Marion held a ceremony on September 11 to mark the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States, the courage shown by first responders, and the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their nation. Senator Marc R. Pacheco was on hand and joined Marion officials in addressing the gathering. Pictured from left: Town Administrator Jay McGrail, Select Board member John Waterman, Senator Pacheco, Select Board member Randy Parker, Chief of Police Richard Nighell
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Marion Natural History Museum209 viewsOn October 20, the Marion Natural History Museum’s after-school group spent time learning a little about our migrating bird populations. We found out that the Arctic tern migrates 50,000 miles, which is the longest distance of any bird. The ruby-throated hummingbird can migrate as far as Mexico and Central America in search of flowers and insects. We then went on a bird walk and managed to find a mourning dove, blue jay, European starling, black-capped chickadee, and belted kingfisher, among other birds.
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Festival of Trees209 viewsThe Festival of Trees opened on November 27 with a reception at the Cushing Community Center on Route 6 in Marion. Sponsored by the Friends of Marion Council on Aging, the event showcased 14 decorated Christmas trees, along with an artisan sale, music, refreshments and a raffle for over 10 gift baskets. For more information about the Festival of Trees, call Karen Gregory at 508-748-3570. Photos by Mick Colageo and Marilou Newell
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North Atlantic Right Whales209 viewsInside a newly installed mural of a North Atlantic Right Whale across the back wall of the Marion Natural History Museum is the image of two North Atlantic Right Whales as photographed by Dr. Michael Moore while on an expedition. The 40-foot-long, life-sized mural is bordered by shades of brown indicating how the whale has significantly diminished in size even since the 1980s. Photos by Mick Colageo
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