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Old Colony Craft Fair247 viewsStudents, faculty, and vendors packed the Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School Craft Fair on Saturday, part of the school’s homecoming festivities. Pictured here are Taylor Raposa (left) and Amy Pringle selling OC-themed clothing and merchandise, as well as Jim Silva, a member of the Gateway Wood Turners. Collin Staledo displayed his welded turkey, while Duncan and Ruth Rynne showcased their “Redneck Wine Glasses.” Even the OC Cougar made an appearance. Photo by Nick Walecka.
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2013 Marion Halloween Parade247 viewsLead by the Sippican School Drum Line and the Witches of the Marion Art Center the annual parade once again filled the streets in Marion with hundreds of ghosts, ghouls, and M&Ms. Photos by Paul Lopes
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Second Annual Kid’s Equipment Day247 viewsLittle kids and big, big machines on a warm spring Marion morning made for tons of fun at the Marion Recreation’s Second Annual Kid’s Equipment Day on May 10. A row of different Town-owned vehicles including a police cruiser, ambulance, earth diggers, a fire engine, and fire trucks lined the Town House field. There were plenty of Department of Public Works, police, and fire personnel on hand to demonstrate how the vehicles work, to turn on lights and alarms, and answer questions. Photo by Jean Perry
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Bird Island Trip247 viewsMany many thanks to the Marion Harbormaster’s office, especially Isaac and Paul, for the wonderful trip the Marion Natural History Museum’s afterschool group took to Bird Island on May 6th. Isaac and Paul discussed a little of the history of the site and the ongoing importance of the the island for endangered terns populations. Once again, wonderful trip and we are very grateful.
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Marion Natural History Museum247 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum summer programs Life Along the Shore and Coastal Explorations 1 enjoyed a day of crabbing at Silvershell Beach while Coastal Explorations II group was out kayaking and discovering a little about water quality issues on the Sippican and Weweantic Rivers. Looking forward to more fun next week!
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Natural History Museum’s Coastal Explorations II Program247 viewsNatural History Museum’s Coastal Explorations II Program
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Marion Town Party247 viewsResidents of the Town of Marion had a ball in the center streets during its annual Town Party on August 23. There were activities for kids, food, music, and a bonfire all along the area outside the Town House. Photos by Felix Perez
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Kids Ocean Mile Fun Run247 viewsDrew Weaver, #102, aged 12 of Mattapoisett and Matt Castro, #101, age 12 of Westport, were guaranteed winners September 13 at the Kids Ocean Mile Fun Run put on by the Mattapoisett YMCA. The only ones who signed up to compete, Castro took first place and Weaver took second in a close race. YMCA Executive Director Joe Marciszyn said next year the Y would promote the race more to increase entries. Photos by Jean Perry
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Marion Fire Department Open House247 viewsThe Marion Fire Department Open House on October 5 made fire prevention and fire safety fire truckloads of fun with Sparky the Fire Dog, bucket rides in the ladder truck, and family-oriented activities. Fire Prevention Week this year is from October 5-11. Photos by Felix Perez
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Taber Fall Lapsit Program247 viewsThe Fall Lapsit Program for babies kicked off on October 7 at the Taber Library in Marion. Babies and their caregivers enjoy 20 minutes of stories and 20 minutes of social time. Children’s Librarian Rosemary Gray delighted five happy babies with some peekaboo, short stories such as Where is Baby’ Belly Button, and songs like the Itsy Bitsy Spider. The program starts at 10:30 am Tuesdays until November 25. Photos by Jean Perry
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Hot-To-Trot Dog Walk247 viewsOn November 30, a spring-like winter’s day, the Sippican Lands Trust held its 2nd annual Hot-To-Trot Post-Thanksgiving Day dog walk. About 12 dogs of all shapes and sizes brought their humans out for a guided tour of the White Eagle property located off Route 6 in Marion. Dogs received stylish orange neckerchiefs and dog treats. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Annual Clean Up247 viewsMay 9 in Marion was also the time for the annual clean up, which had residents meeting at the Marion Music Hall for their assignments and supplies. Photos by Colin Veitch
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