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Heritage Days 2011319 viewsThe Fairhaven Village Militia made their annual encampment along the Mattapoisett River on August 6, 2011, as a part of Heritage Days. The Militia demonstrated 18th century living, made beef stew, completed drills, and talked about the dentistry methods of that time period. For video of the Militia, including a cannon demonstration, visit www.Wanderer.com. Photos by Anne Kakley and Felix Perez.
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Heritage Bonfire319 viewsMattapoisett enjoyed a well-attended bonfire on the Town Beach last Saturday evening, August 13, 2011, as a final part of Heritage Days. Photo by Anne Kakley.
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Fire at Mattapoisett Landing319 viewsA fire at Mattapoisett Landing on October 2, 2011 was part of a controlled burn exercise, according to the Mattapoisett Fire Department. Photo by Anne Kakley.
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Haunted Hayride319 viewsThe Mattapoisett YMCA held a Haunted Hayride on October 28, 2011. In addition to the hayride, attendees enjoyed snacks and games. Photos by Robert Chiarito.
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Christmas Faire319 viewsMrs. Claus gets the scoop on who has been naughty or nice at the November 12, 2011 Mattapoisett Congregational Church Christmas Faire. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Deploying for Afghanistan319 viewsEdward Sweeney Jr. of Rochester hugs his wife Cheryl and children Michael and Alexis before deploying for Afghanistan on Sunday, September 2 from Camp Edwards. Photo Courtesy of Cheryl Sweeney
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Build-your-own Snowman319 viewsUnder the direction of Jeanne McCullough, children at the Mattapoisett Free Library on December 30 participated in a step-by-step build-your-own snowperson activity during the winter school break. Little fingers sticky with glue flattened out cotton balls and fastened them to prefabricated Styrofoam snowperson shapes, and then glued on the trimmings under the guidance of caregivers. Photos by Jean Perry
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Women’s Fund Tiara 5K 319 viewsParticipants in the Women’s Fund Tiara 5K Mother’s Day race enjoyed fine weather and fun, breaking the record of registered runners with 1,000 who took part. Some donned their tiaras and tutus, and there was even a super hero or two spotted in the Kids’ Fun Run. Photos by Felix Perez
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Memorial Day in Mattapoisett319 viewsMemorial Day in Mattapoisett was observed as it traditionally is, with ceremonies in front of the Mattapoisett Library followed by the parade march to Cushing Cemetery. This year’s guest speaker, Mattapoisett resident U.S. Army Sergeant Edward Sweeney, Jr. stirred the emotions of those in attendance with his speech about sacrifice and the American way of life. The Old Hammondtown School Band was impressive with its performance of several patriotic songs, and Representative William Straus, the selectmen, and
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Easter Egg Fun319 viewsSaturday was a picture perfect day at Veteran’s Park in Mattapoisett for the Lions Club’s annual Easter egg hunt. Dozens of children made the dash to collect their fair share of Easter candy and enjoyed an afternoon of popping bubbles by the lighthouse with entertainer Vinny Lovegrove. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Salty's Hat319 viewsMattapoisett’s most beloved seahorse got his Santa hat on Tuesday, December 4. The Mattapoisett Land Trust’s annual tradition continues with help from the folks at Brownell Systems and their trusty crane. This year Alan Johnson braved a fear of heights to place the hat on top of Salty the Seahorse’s head just right as MLT’s Jenny Mello directed from below and Brownell’s Tom Checkman operated the crane’s controls. Photos by Jean Perry
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Salty Santa319 viewsSalty the Seahorse got his Santa hat on Friday, December 6, courtesy of the Mattapoisett Land Trust and with the help of Brownell Systems, Inc. Salty in his hat is a sure sign that the holiday season has begun in Mattapoisett. Photos by Jean Perry
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