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Mattapoisett Boatyard Fire30 viewsSusan Moss contributed this photo of the Mattapoisett Boatyard fire.
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Peter Michael Martin30 viewsMattapoisett artist Peter Michael Martin's works are on display in a show titled "Close to Home" through October 14 at the Mattapoisett Library. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Rockets30 viewsMattapoisett Library hosted Dr. Sandra Pearl of SEED Education on September 21. SEED is a regional, nonprofit organization run by Ph.D. scientists with a passion for empowering teachers with the confidence to instill a love of science in their students. Pearl led a group of eager students through science experiments geared to launching things into the air. There was age-appropriate physics, chemistry and just plain fun. The activity was made possible through a grant from the Mattapoisett Cultural Council.
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Mattapoisett Land Trust30 viewsThe Mattapoisett Land Trust held a lovely, mindfulness walk in beautiful weather, led by local yoga and mindfulness instructor Carly Baumann. The planned, hour-long session went so well and people were enjoying their peace and relaxation so much that attendees stayed an extra half-hour. Photo by Colleen Andrews
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Mattapoisett Museum30 viewsLocally-made handcrafts were on display and for sale at the Mattapoisett Museum holiday shop on December 2. Weekend shopping is being offered throughout the month of December at the historic venue. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Highway Fire30 viewsOn December 29, Mattapoisett and Marion Fire departments prevented multiple fires set along Route 195 eastbound from reaching the woods. Mattapoisett Fire Department reported on its Facebook page, responding with Chief 1, Engine 1, Engine 2 and Engine 4 to a reported “small fire” on Route 195 eastbound between the Mattapoisett and Marion exits. A 100-foot-long, active brush fire was confirmed, moving into the “wood line.” Soon thereafter, more fires were discovered along 195, including one that was estimate
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Mattapoisett Polar Plunge30 viewsNew Year’s Day 2023 was bright and balmy when over 100 “plungers” ran, walked, hopped and slid into the freezing waters at Mattapoisett Town Beach. The event was hosted by an ad hoc group collecting donations for those battling cancer. The group has been successful in their efforts to help offset the unseen costs associated with a cancer diagnosis impacting local families. Heather Bichsel of the group said that this year they collected approximately $2,500, monies that will be given to a local family as wel
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Mattapoisett Polar Plunge30 viewsMattapoisett Polar Plunge Photo by Faith Ball
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Watercolor Demonstration30 viewsArtist and instructor Devin McCaughlin conducted a watercolor demonstration on February 25 at the Mattapoisett Library where participants tried their hand. The program, funded by the Prouty Trust, introduced a new way to produce watercolors that included the use of felt markers. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Mattapoisett Police30 viewsMattapoisett Police Officer Sean Parker was instrumental in helping the department develop Massachusetts’ first version of LIVE911 computer programming in the town’s police cruisers. Patrol officers in Mattapoisett now have the advantage of instant location and details on 911 calls, gaining precious minutes in response time and preparation. Photo by Mick Colageo
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Mattapoisett Harbor30 viewsPhoto by Jen Shepley
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Daffodils30 viewsDaffodils are in bloom at the Church Street Extension off Route 6 in Mattapoisett. Photo courtesy of Jennifer F. Shepley
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