Probably the smallest and most overlooked musical instrument in our display is the “harmonica.” Though not as impressive looking as the bass fiddle that might have been played at a dance in colonial times or as loud and commanding as the home organ, the lowly harmonica had something that they didn’t – portability. I’m […] Read more »
The League of Women Voters SouthCoast is proud to present “Your Vote Is Magic” on Friday, October 25 at 6:30 pm, at New Bedford Voc-Tech, 1121 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. The Award-winning illusionist Lyn Dillies is the creator of “Your Vote Is Magic.” Ms. Dillies seamlessly integrates breathtaking illusions with a compelling educational message about […] Read more »
On Sunday, October 6, 323 riders enjoyed the Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride with perfect crisp, clear fall conditions. This annual fundraising event has become a cherished tradition, bringing together cyclists from all over Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and beyond to raise over $240,000 to advance the mission of the Buzzards Bay Coalition. Participants chose from […] Read more »
Town Administrator Geoffrey Gorman and Town Clerk Lissa Magauran would like to remind community members of voting information for the Massachusetts State Election. The 2024 Massachusetts State Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5. All requests for Vote by Mail (VBM) ballots received by October 3 have been mailed. Any new requests […] Read more »
Boy Scout Troop 31 Rochester is hosting a free, all ages Pop-Up haunted house Saturday, October 19 at the Rochester Grange Hall, 205 Hartley Road, from 7pm-10pm. Experience our hometown walk-through haunted mansion created by the scouts, including scares, fun and laughs. Seasonal refreshments will be served, and treats will be handed out to the […] Read more »
The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club invites potential new members and interested local residents to its October 17 monthly meeting, which will feature an art history presentation by the well-known Jill Sanford of Art For Your Mind. Art For Your Mind is an engaging, educational, art observation experience designed to broaden the minds of its participants. Jill […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center announces new availability for our very popular Art in the Afternoon program, which runs Friday afternoons, for ages 7-12. Our Early Dismissal Half Day Camp, scheduled Friday, October 18 12:00-3:00pm in the MAC Studio, is $70 for MAC members and $80 for nonmembers. Students will explore wool felt and model magic […] Read more »
The Elizabeth Taber Library is once again celebrating Halloween with our Great Pumpkin Contest. Visitors to the library can check out a real pumpkin for free with their library card, then return their decorated pumpkin by Wednesday October 23 to be entered into our Great Pumpkin Contest. The community will vote on their favorites during […] Read more »
Looking through the current exhibit at the Historical Museum, I was struck by the fact that with all the changes in town over time, there are some events that have spanned the years. One that comes to mind is the Rochester Boat Race on Memorial Day that began in 1934. Another is the annual clam […] Read more »
The Marion Art Center announces a call for entries for its final exhibition of the 2024 season, Small Works + Holiday Shop. The show runs November 9 through December 20, with an opening reception scheduled for Saturday, November 9 from 3:00-5:00 pm. This annual juried/invitational show features original works of art, all under fourteen […] Read more »