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Mattapoisett Harbormaster270 viewsMattapoisett Harbormaster Jill Simmons has become a de facto art museum curator since the town acquired prints and photographs that now grace the walls of the tiny harbormaster’s office at Shipyard Park. Local photographer Misty King has several of her pieces on display, along with two pieces by USCG’s artist Michael Mazur. Mazur’s pieces depict scenes from the 2003 Bouchard oil spill off West Island. Simmons welcomes the public to stop by and take a look at the mini art installation. Photo by Marilou Newel
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Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Competition270 viewsThe 2nd Annual Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Competition was well attended this Sunday, September 18, behind the Knights of Columbus on Route 6. Two categories – professional establishment and public safety – competed for best judged chowder and people’s choice. The Rochester Facilities Department took first place, with the Rochester Firefighter’s Association taking second and the People’s Choice award. Photos by Jean Perry
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Family Fun Festival 270 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lions Club held its first Family Fun Festival at Shipyard Park on Saturday, October 29, featuring some good old-fashioned fun and games. Over 400 people turned out for the event, which included hayrides through the village, a pumpkin patch, and games such as pin the nose on the pumpkin and the corn hole toss. Photos by Jean Perry
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Holiday in the Park270 viewsT’was the fortnight before Christmas and all through the park, every creature was stirring including Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty the Snowman! On Saturday, December 10, hundreds turned out for Mattapoisett’s holiday celebration at Shipyard Park where fun, free food, and frolicking characters made for a great night of revelry leading up to the tree lighting. Photos by Jean Perry
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Fundraiser270 viewsTown employee Thomas "Rob" Daener, flanked by his son Tommy and wife Katie, received a check generated from a community-based fundraiser on April 8. The monies will be used to help defray medical expenses not covered by insurance. Photo courtesy Melody Pacheco
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Mattapoisett’s Veterans Day Ceremony270 viewsMattapoisett’s Florence Eastman American Legion Post 280 hosted Veterans Day observations at Old Hammondtown School on Friday, November 10 to a standing room only crowd. Guest speaker Dr. James Hickey, a retired U.S. Navy commander, gave an inspirational talk on how one person can make a large impact on society. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Tinkhamtown Chapel 270 viewsThe annual Tinkhamtown Chapel carol sing-along on December 23 brought out young and old alike, including entire families. Gail Roberts on the chapel’s antique organ, along with Louise Anthony on violin, provided the melodies of familiar holiday favorites for the full house of singers. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Cook-Off270 viewsThe 4th Annual Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Cook-Off was on Sunday, September 23, at the Mattapoisett Knights of Columbus. Area businesses and the municipal departments from various towns competed for first place and the accompanying bragging rights of having the best chowder around. Photos by Felix Perez
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Family Fun Festival 270 viewsThe 3rd annual Family Fun Festival sponsored by the Mattapoisett Lions treated families to a day of fall time fun on November 4 with games like pumpkin bowling, pin the nose on the pumpkin, and corn hole, along with free hayrides throughout the village. Photos by Jean Perry
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39th Annual Mattapoisett Lions Triathlon270 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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Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House270 viewsThe Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House attracted scores of families on Saturday, October 12, with free food, fun, and fire demonstrations that captured the children’s attention while reinforcing the importance of fire safety. Photos by Jean Perry
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Annual Halloween Costume Contest 270 viewsThe Mattapoisett Police Department’s Annual Halloween Costume Contest had spectators spinning in circles as the most creative than ever costumes paraded around the Center School gymnasium Thursday night. The costumes were such a hit, even the judges had a hard time choosing the winners of each age group. Photos by Jean Perry
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