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The Big Bake303 viewsMichael Lamoureux of the American Legion Florence Eastman Post 220 called the August 8, 2010 clambake a “gigantic success”. Close to 240 people came to enjoy an old-fashioned clambake with the Lions’ Club, the Mattapoisett Boy Scout Troop 53, Mattapoisett firefighters, and the Firefighters Auxiliary Club all pitching in to help. Photos by Lynn Short.
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Heritage Days 2011303 viewsChildren festooned their bicycles and enjoyed a ride around the village as a part of the 2011 Mattapoisett Heritage Days on August 6. Other Saturday activities included guided village tours, an evening concert and a treasure hunt. Mattapoisett bustled with activities on Saturday, but the bonfire was canceled due to wind, and many Heritage Days activities were canceled on Sunday due to heavy rain. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Mattapoisett Tree Lighting303 viewsMattapoisett lit one of the biggest trees Shipyard Park has ever seen at the 2011 Holiday in the Park. There was food from local establishments, ornament making, merry music and Santa! The moment was enough to spur two romantic marriage proposals. Organizers reported that over a thousand people attended the tree lighting, making it the biggest Holiday in the Park ever. Photo by Anne Kakley.
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MHS Caroling303 viewsThe Mattapoisett Historical Society hosted a caroling event on Sunday, December 11, 2011. About 25 people gathered at the Museum and Carriage House at 5 Church Street and then meandered throughout the village to spread Holiday cheer. A caroling favorite for the children was Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman – adult carolers preferred "We Wish You a Merry Christmas". Photo by Anne Kakley.
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Dr. Suess' Birthday Party303 views(Photo by Felix Perez)
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Senior Tea Party303 viewsThe Junior Girl Scout Troop #85112 hosted the 6th annual Senior Tea Party at Village Court in Mattapoisett on May 23rd. The seniors and Girl Scouts had a great time. After the girls visited with the guests, they sang a few songs and played a few songs on their instruments. Photo courtesy Heather Bichsel
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Double Rainbow303 viewsThe change in weather spurred this double rainbow which was seen by many in Mattapoisett this past weekend. Photo by Trish O’Neill
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New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus 303 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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Mattapoisett Lion’s Club Triathlon 2013303 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lion’s Club held the annual Triathlon on Sunday officially kicking off the list of events for Harbor Days which continue through this weekend. For a complete list visit www.wanderer.com
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Mattapoisett Historical Museum Photos303 viewsThe Mattapoisett Historical Museum is in possession of hundreds of photographs dating from the 1800s to as recently as the 1980s bearing images of people and places from Mattapoisett, but lacking identification. In their latest exhibit, the museum is asking the public to help solve the mystery each of the pictures represents. Each black and white or colorized image is a mini-mystery waiting to be solved. Photos (of the photos) by Marilou Newell
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Salty’s Silvery Moon Soiree303 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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Fall Family Fun Fest303 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lions Club hosted another Fall Family Fun Fest on Saturday, October 21 at Shipyard Park in Mattapoisett, featuring games like Corn Hole and Pin the Nose of the Pumpkin, as well as hayrides, refreshments, and goodies for the kids. Photos by Glenn C. Silva
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