The Mattapoisett Historical Society and the Mattapoisett Land Trust will host The Great Community Picnic at Munro Preserve, west of Shipyard Park, on Thursday, August 4 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. All are invited to purchase tickets for this fundraiser and watch the sunset over the harbor with their own picnic fare. There will also […] Read more »
As I mounted my bike to head out on the Triathlon course for the second leg of the race, it occurred to me that I was like George Plimpton. Plimpton, highly respected writer and world-class amateur athlete, attempted very difficult sports activities. It didn’t matter that he couldn’t do very well whatever the challenge was, […] Read more »
Re-Set Your Stress with Dr. Kristen Lee: “Dr. Kris” will present her book Re-Set: Make the Most of Your Stress on Tuesday, July 19 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Hear about her research and how to manage stress to your benefit. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Dr. Kristen Lee, Ed.D., LICSW, is […] Read more »
Munro Preserve is going to be a busy location on Saturday, July 16, at Harbor Days. Pony rides for children of all ages will be available from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Munro Preserve is next to Shipyard Park. The ponies will accommodate anyone less than 125 pounds. Pony rides are $5 each. Wear your […] Read more »
Walking Tours of historic Mattapoisett Village start at the Mattapoisett Historical Society at 5 Church Street at 2:00 pm on July 16, July 30, and August 13. Learn from Seth Mendell about historic buildings, the electric rail, the saltworks on Goodspeed’s Island, the Charles King Mansion at the mouth of the river, and “The Dude […] Read more »
Mattapoisett Lions Club will hold its first annual Harbor Days Cornhole Tournament during Harbor Days. Join the fun on Saturday, July 16 at 3:00 pm. Entry fee is $30 per team. This will be a Double Elimination Tournament, guaranteeing each team at least two games. First Place is a set of custom-made boards. These are […] Read more »
The Marion Concert Band continues its Friday evening concert series with a Young People’s Concert on Friday, July 15. The program, which will include a storyteller and the opportunity for children in the audience to “guest conduct” the band, is as follows: Children’s March – E. F. Goldman Looney Tunes Overture – B. Holcombe A […] Read more »
Clergy from nearby and around the country visit the “Church at the Town Beach” in Mattapoisett from July 3 to September 4. Services using the 1928 Book of Common Prayer are at 8:00 am and 10:00 am. On Sunday, July 17, The Rev. Philip C. Jacobs III, Rector, Trinity Church, Canton, MA. will be officiating. […] Read more »
There’s a sense of excitement in Mattapoisett during the week of Harbor Days each year. On Saturday, the tent was up at Shipyard Park, and tables and chairs were still stacked, waiting for someone to set them up for their first use. The Aardvark was out and about town this weekend waving at passersby, strolling […] Read more »
A raccoon that attacked a resident in Mattapoisett on Friday, July 8, subsequently tested positive for rabies on Monday. Animal Control Officer Kathy Massey, assisted by Kelly Massey, Fairhaven ACO, captured the raccoon after a long chase that started at the Mattapoisett Library where a large group of children was ushered inside for safety, and […] Read more »