Mattapoisett Bike Path19 viewsA newly signed Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Mattapoisett and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has opened the Shining Tides section of the Mattapoisett Bike Path. On Monday, people and dogs could be seen along the attractive structure that connects Reservation Road to Goodspeed Island Road. Photo by Faith Ball
Shining Tides Multiuse Pathway19 viewsThe official opening of the Shining Tides multiuse pathway took place on June 12 with approximately 75 people gathered to applaud the 20-year effort. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation hosted the ribbon-cutting event where the elevated bridge span crosses the Mattapoisett River and Eel Pond marshlands. Representative William Straus noted the hard work of both local volunteers and government members, as well as the support and work done by those associated with Secretary of Transportation
Mattapoisett Museum19 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
Mattapoisett’s Fire Department19 viewsMattapoisett’s Fire Department opened its doors to the community on October 12 with a grand party filled with family, friends and pizza. The event was an opportunity for the department to highlight fire prevention while tiny tots donned helmets and rang the bell on an antique fire engine. “It’s a great success,” said Chief Andrew Murray of the event that hosted several hundred people of all ages. New Fire Engine Number 3 was on display having just a day before been added to the fleet.
Mattapoisett Woman's Club Yard Sale19 viewsThe annual spring yard sale hosted by the Mattapoisett Woman's Club was a smashing success on May 4. Photos by Marilou Newell
Harbor Days19 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lions Club held its annual Harbor Days festival this past weekend at Shipyard Park. Photos by Mick Colageo
Harbor Days19 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lions Club held its annual Harbor Days festival this past weekend at Shipyard Park. Photos by Mick Colageo
Mattapoisett Free Public Library 19 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
JP Powel19 viewsSouth Dartmouth artist JP Powel first draws an image, then paints it out. His display at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library will be up through September. Photos by Marilou Newell and Mick Colageo
Mattapoisett Friends 19 viewsThere were eager buyers looking for that rare find and those who simply love to bargain hunt at the October 5 Mattapoisett Friends annual fall yard sale. Proceeds go towards various programs and projects around the globe and locally. Photo by Marilou Newell
Mattapoisett Congregational Church19 viewsCarolyn Pawlishen, Faith Formation Director, organized a children's pageant at Mattapoisett Congregational Church. Children from the community were invited to take part. Katherine Gaudet narrated. Many proud parents and family members were in attendance. Photo by Jennifer Shepley.
Scenes from Mattapoisett19 viewsPhoto by Jennifer Shepley
