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Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House201 viewsThursday, October 13 was the Annual Mattapoisett Fire Department Open House at the fire station. During open house, families can tour the station, enjoy refreshments, make crafts, try out the fire hose, and watch demonstrations such as the Jaws of Life extraction and the much-anticipated fire extinguishing event. Photos by Jean Perry
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Veterans Day Ceremony in Mattapoiset201 viewsCol. Joseph McGraw was the guest speaker during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Old Hammondtown School. McGraw has a long and impressive military career. He graduated in 1994 from U.S. Military Academy and achieved successive ranks to become a full colonel in 2015. George Randall, member of the Florence Eastman Post of the American Legion, recited the preamble to the American Constitution and the Gettysburg Address before a standing-room only audience during the November 11 Veterans Day Ceremony in Mattapoiset
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Holiday in the Park201 viewsT’was the fortnight before Christmas and all through the park, every creature was stirring including Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty the Snowman! On Saturday, December 10, hundreds turned out for Mattapoisett’s holiday celebration at Shipyard Park where fun, free food, and frolicking characters made for a great night of revelry leading up to the tree lighting. Photos by Jean Perry
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State House Visit201 viewsOn October 21, four students from Bristol County Agricultural High School visited the Massachusetts State House for recognition of the team’s placing first place at the 89th National FFA (Future Farmers of America) Convention and Expo. From left to right: Bridgette Roy (Rehoboth), Alexandra Bettencourt (Raynham), Molly Ross (Rochester), Jacqueline Poplawski (Norton). Photo courtesy Molly Ross
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Open Skate at Tabor201 viewsTabor Academy, in conjunction with Marion Recreation, held an Open Skate session on Sunday, January 15 at its ice rink. Open Skate Sundays will continue weekly until March 5. Hours are 12:00 - 2:00 pm. Photos by Felix Perez
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SSV Tabor Boy201 viewsTabor students travelling to the Virgin Islands on the SSV Tabor Boy this month pause their hike for a photograph together in front of a memorable view. Photo courtesy of the SSV Tabor Boy crew
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Pinewood Derby201 viewsRochester Cub Scouts Pack 30 held its annual Pinewood Derby on January 21 at RMS. Photos by Colin Veitch
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RMS C.A.R.E.S.201 viewsThe fourth-graders at Rochester Memorial School put on a presentation on Thursday, January 26, called RMS C.A.R.E.S. Each fourth grade class represented a word comprising the C.A.R.E.S. acronym: Cooperation, Assertiveness, Responsibility, Empathy, and Self-Control. The positive message was well received by the crowd, and the young students in the front rows definitely showed their enjoyment throughout the show. Photos by Jean Perry
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Valentine Treat201 viewsThe fifth graders at Old Hammondtown School presented town employees and first responders to a Valentine treat on February 14. The students made cards and assembled gift baskets with sweets for all town hall departments as a way to show their appreciation. Shown here: Fifth grade teachers Amy Casi, Stacey Barrows, Rachel Arruda, and Kristen Sunde, as well as the entire fifth grade. Photos courtesy of Monika Whalley
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Plumb Ballet201 viewsMiss Bridget (Bridget Farias), a Junior Friend of the Plumb Library, hosted an introduction to ballet session on Friday morning, February 24. Little girls, some in ballet slippers, lined up in front of Miss Bridget to learn the four primary positions of ballet and read a story about ballerinas. Photos by Jean Perry
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Rochester Boy Scouts Troop 31201 viewsRochester Boy Scouts Troop 31 said a fond farewell to its scoutmaster of nine years, Mike Blanchard. A cake with an uncanny likeness of Blanchard was enjoyed after the ceremony. Nine candles symbolized the nine years Blanchard spent as scoutmaster. Photo by Jean Perry
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Tour de Crème 201 viewsSunday, May 23, was the second annual Tour de Crème hosted by the Mattapoisett Land Trust and the Friends of the Mattapoisett Bike Path. Participants wound their way through the Southcoast on 11-, 19-, 25-, and 50-mile rides, making stops at local creameries along the way. Photos by Colin Veitch
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