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Christmas Day Plunge150 viewsAt 94, Bob Humphrey was the elder statesman participating in the Christmas Day plunge held at Mattapoisett Town Beach, which including 47 swimmers and raised $2,595 in donations for the benefit of Helping Hands & Hooves. While December 25 was unseasonably mild, the water temperature in the harbor was still chilly as the effort inspired camaraderie among participating friends and couples. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Sailors' Valentines 150 viewsLeo Couto, 4, with his mother Bethany Couto of Mattapoisett and Eric Lindo of Dartmouth were among those participating in the Mattapoisett Land Trust program of Sailors' Valentines that took place on February 23 at the Mattapoisett Museum. Photos courtesy MLT
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Purple Heart150 viewsAn old image of war hero Edward D. Kinney Jr. was shared as family members and a supportive gathering crowded the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on August 10 as six Purple Heart recipients were honored by the Town of Mattapoisett. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Mattapoisett Free Public Library 150 viewsA program that began in 2019 at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library aimed toward inspiring a more sustainable community has brought about an art exhibit featuring works created from repurposed materials. Photos by Mick Colageo
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The Weekend on Cape Cod When Everything Changed150 viewsA positive vibe permeates the movie set of “The Weekend on Cape Cod When Everything Changed,” which is being filmed in Mattapoisett this month. Working long hours, the do-it-all staff improvises daily to provide support and supply nourishment for actors and crew. The story follows an Iranian immigrant who marries her billionaire boss's son to maintain her American visa, but the green-card arrangement encounters unexpected challenge when the bride’s besties bring boyfriends with their cross-cultural baggage.
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Taste the Town150 viewsTaste the Town was held at Shipyard Park in Mattapoisett on Tuesday evening. Hosted by the Mattapoisett Woman’s Club, the event saw dozens of local food businesses show what they’re known for and what draws in foodies. The large white tent is ready to go for Harbor Days this weekend. Photos by Sam Bishop
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Family Fun Festival 149 viewsAttendees to Saturday’s Fall Free Family Fun Festival at Shipyard Park in Mattapoisett saw many smiling children who enjoyed face painting, hayrides, and various pumpkin-related games and goodies. The event was sponsored by the Mattapoisett Lions Club. Photos by Ryan Feeney
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Mattapoisett Woman's Club149 viewsInclement weather forced the Mattapoisett Woman's Club to move its Holidays Wreath and Greens Sale indoors, and the club was thrilled that the December 3 event, with the assistance of MWC members Cindy Turse and Sandy Hering, Fire Chief Andy Murray and Town Administrator Mike Lorenco, was able to go on as scheduled in the Old Firehouse on Route 6. Wreaths sold out within the first hour of the sale, with swags, table pieces, box designs and special ornaments, all exquisitely hand-decorated
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Mattapoisett Museum149 viewsMattapoisett Museum curator Connor Gaudet and museum volunteer Mars Castro discuss objects from the Then and Now exhibit now on display through the fall season. The exhibit includes objects, printed materials, old photos and various types of ephemera from the museum’s extensive collection. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Ned's Point Wind149 viewsSaturday's visitors to Ned's Point were greeted by a sky full of spectacular animated kites depicting sea life. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Salty's Soiree149 viewsSalty's Soiree, held on October 28 by the Mattapoisett Land Trust with help from Old Rochester Regional High School Environment Science Club student volunteers and amidst luminarias made by Center School children. The event was free for families in the community. Photos courtesy Marc Anderson and Colleen Andrews
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Veterans Day149 viewsIraq war veteran Dr. David Vacchi delivered the keynote address during Veterans Day ceremonies held on Saturday by the Town of Mattapoisett at the American Legion Florence Eastman Post 280. Tri-Town Veterans Office agent Chris Gerrior led the ceremony with participation by the Showstoppers, Rochester Boy Scouts Troop 31, Hadley Perron, Chaplain Langhoff, Geneva Gerrior, veteran Raymond Hanks and the Congregational Church. Photos by Marilou Newell
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