Mattapoisett Cultural Council

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Mattapoisett Cultural Council invites grant proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs until October 17 at massculturalcouncil.org/communities/local-cultural-council-program/application-process/. Grants are available to support cultural projects and activities in and around Mattapoisett, including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies or performances in schools, workshops and lectures. These programs promote the availability of rich cultural experiences […] Read more »

Town Divided on Dog Park, Pickleball

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            On Tuesday, the Mattapoisett Holy Ghost Grounds Reuse Committee met to review the results of a public survey taken to determine what the people would like to see at the former Holy Ghost Grounds off Park Street.             All were surprised that 553 surveys were submitted. Of that number, 80 were identified as non-full-time […] Read more »

Funding Final Hurdle for Harbormaster

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            Satisfied that their concerns articulated during a September 5 public hearing had been effectively addressed, the Marion Planning Board voted 4-1 to approve the Minor Site Plan Review for construction of the Town of Marion’s new Maritime Center at Island Wharf.             On Monday night, Tim Sawyer of Catalyst Architects spoke to several matters, […] Read more »

Mattapoisett Flu Vaccination Clinic

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On behalf of the Mattapoisett Board of Health, the Public Health Nursing Office is offering flu vaccines to Mattapoisett residents and neighboring communities. Regular dose and high dose will be available.             This upcoming clinic will take place on Tuesday, October 10, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Mattapoisett Library, 7 Barstow Street. Please […] Read more »

Tri-Town Basketball is Back

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Mattapoisett & Marion Recreation are thrilled to announce that online sign-ups are open for the Tri-Town basketball league 2023-24 season. Last year, we had over 200 participants from the Tri-Town in the league. We have 3 divisions: Girls 3rd-6th Grade, Boys 3rd & 4th Grade and Boys 5th & 6th Grade. Sign-ups will be open […] Read more »

Washburn Plaque Coming to Old Landing

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            A plaque honoring the late Warren L. Washburn (1927-2001) will reside at Old Landing after the Marion Select Board enthusiastically voted to honor the request made by his son, Warren “Buddy” Washburn, during Tuesday night’s public meeting at the Police Station.             The senior Washburn was a lifelong Marion resident, only ever leaving town […] Read more »

Justin Kelleher

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Justin Kelleher, 81, of Mattapoisett died peacefully at home on Friday, September 8, 2023.             The son of Joseph and Mary (Curran) Kelleher, Justin was born on October 13, 1941, and was the eldest of six children growing up in New Bedford; a city whose history and his family’s connection to it was a favorite […] Read more »

Louise (Boo) Hudson Thatcher

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Louise (Boo) Hudson Thatcher, 64, of Mattapoisett passed away Saturday, September 9th, 2023, after being diagnosed with metastatic cancer in August 2023.             Louise was born in Concord, MA to the late William and Patricia Cutter. She was one of the youngest of five children who grew up in Carlisle, MA. She went to high […] Read more »

Upcoming Events at the Elizabeth Taber Library

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Cemetery Tour and Gravestone Rubbing class with the Gravestone Girls at the Evergreen Cemetery Saturday, September 23, 10 am to 12 pm. Take a tour of Marion’s historic Evergreen Cemetery and learn about the symbolism and history of gravestone art. Learn proper gravestone rubbing techniques to preserve a piece of New England History. Spaces are […] Read more »

Fall Bikes for All Bike Drive

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Bikes for All has continued with its mission to make sure that everyone who wants a bike can get one. Throughout the past two and a half years, generous donations from our community members have enabled our volunteers to refurbish over 150 bicycles. With the help of school counselors and local nonprofits, the bikes have […] Read more »