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Hammond Quarry279 viewsMattapoisett Land Trust President Mike Huguenin led a group of about 52 people on a walk about Hammond Quarry, a historical property off Mattapoisett Neck Road that the MLT is hoping to acquire next year. Pink granite was mined from the site between the early 1700s through the early 1900s, and the MLT plans to purchase the property to preserve the quarries and carve out trails for public access. Photos by Jean Perry
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Learning Sewing279 viewsMary Chaplain and Bobbi Gaspar led a group of eager participates as they learned the basics of sewing machine operation on March 18 at the Mattapoisett Public Library. The 11 ladies and one young, but experienced novice Brenna Carrier, 12, created covered pillows during the exercise. Library staffer Robbin Smith said that due to popular demand, a second session is planned for May. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Teddy Bear Picnic 279 viewsTeddy Bear Picnic held at the Mattapoisett Library on July 22. Photo by Glenn C. Silva
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Jackson279 views
One of the newest residents of Mattapoisett, Jackson, loved his first beach playtime in Mattapoisett. Jackson is an 8-week-old yellow Lab who was recently adopted by a lucky family in Mattapoisett. Photo by Faith Ball
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Quahog Book Awards279 viewsOn May 2, Jeanne McCullough from the Mattapoisett Public Library held the 7th annual Quahog Book Awards ceremony. Part of the children’s winter reading program, the young readers selected the winning books by majority voting to receive the award – a decal displayed on the front cover of each award-winning publication. Photos by Marilou Newell
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“Freezin’ for a Reason” 279 viewsEvery year hundreds make waves on New Year’s Day at the Mattapoisett Town Beach for the annual “Freezin’ for a Reason” polar plunge. With the support of local businesses and emergency responders, the event has continued every year, raising thousands of dollars to help local families facing cancer treatment. Photos by Felix Perez
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One Book, Tri-Town279 viewsBest selling author Barbara Shapiro and local journalist Lauren Daley engaged in a wide-ranging conversation covering Shapiro’s critically acclaimed novels The Muralist and The Art Forger at The Mattapoisett Public Library on May 19. The presentation was the culmination of the One Book, Tri-Town program. Photo by Marilou Newell
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39th Annual Mattapoisett Lions Triathlon279 viewsSunday, July 14, was the morning of the 39th Annual Mattapoisett Lions Triathlon, officially kicking off the 2019 Harbor Days week. This year’s race tested the stamina of 103 participants including five relay teams. Photos by Jean Perry
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Family Fun Festival 279 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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Harbor Days 2012278 viewsFrom Friday, July 20 to Sunday, July 22, the Mattapoisett Lions Club hosted the 26th Annual Harbor Days celebration in Mattapoisett. Thousands of patrons flocked to the Mattapoisett waterfront to check out the food, live entertainment and vendors. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Extreme Engineering278 viewsOn Tuesday, July 31, dozens of curious students gathered at the Mattapoisett Library to join Dr. Martin Hudis in his Extreme Engineering program. The students participated in a variety of different exercises using remote controlled helicopters in a hands-on approach to learn valuable lessons in math and science. The session was the last of four conducted by Dr. Hudis. Photo by Katy Fitzpatrick.
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Autumn Celebration278 viewsRiley Farrell gives it his all while pressing apples into fresh cider at the Mattapoisett Historical Society's fall celebration on Saturday, October 13, 2012. Photo by Eric Tripoli.
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