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Bugworks184 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum provided an opportunity on February 27 to get up close and personal with critters from the insect world, including praying mantises and jumbo-sized grasshoppers. Above: Tapper Crete, 7, was the first one brave enough to ask to touch a praying mantis. The event was hosted by Maire Anne Diamond, owner and educator at ‘Bugworks.’ Photos by Felix Perez
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Marion Natural History Museum184 viewsLast week the Marion Natural History Museum’s afterschool crew explored a variety of ways to identify trees without their leaves. By looking at bark, leaf scar arrangement and even using their sense of smell, the students had a chance to explore trees and woody shrubs without their usual foliage. Photo courtesy Elizabeth Leidhold
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Center School Art Show184 viewsThe Center School hallways and cafeteria walls were transformed into an art gallery March 12 during the school’s annual Student Art Show. Students chose their favorite work created in art class, taught by Greta Anderson and student teacher Chantal Allen. Photos by Jean Perry
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Center School Art Show184 viewsThe Center School hallways and cafeteria walls were transformed into an art gallery March 12 during the school’s annual Student Art Show. Students chose their favorite work created in art class, taught by Greta Anderson and student teacher Chantal Allen. Photos by Jean Perry
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The Little Mermaid184 viewsThe ORR Junior High School Drama Club will present its rendition of the Hans Christian Andersen classic The Little Mermaid to the public on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 pm in the ORRJHS auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for students, seniors, and kids; and age 4 and under are free. Photos by Jean Perry
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The Little Mermaid184 viewsThe ORR Junior High School Drama Club will present its rendition of the Hans Christian Andersen classic The Little Mermaid to the public on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 pm in the ORRJHS auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for students, seniors, and kids; and age 4 and under are free. Photos by Jean Perry
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Mattapoisett Free Library184 viewsChildren flocked to the Mattapoisett Free Library on April 4 for two special events – one to learn about composting with Dr. John Porter and the other where Tricia Weaver taught kids about wind. Photos by Felix Perez
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Much Ado About Nothing184 viewsShakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” is this year’s fifth and sixth grade spring production at Rochester Memorial School. This is sixth grade teacher Danni Kleiman’s 29th year as the play director, producer, and writer. The performance is Friday, May 1 at 7:00 pm in the school cafetorium.
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Marion Natural History Museum184 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum wishes to thank the Marion Harbormaster's office for a wonderful trip to Bird Island. The students were able to visit the island and see some of the birds that rely on this special habitat for raising their young. The children saw Oystercatchers, Osprey, and Terns. They also learned a little about the history of the lighthouse. This was a unique opportunity for students, many of whom do not have access to boats, to get on the water and enjoy Photo courtesy Elizabeth Leid
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Rockets184 viewsThis past Wednesday and Thursday the Marion Natural History Museum's afterschool groups constructed their own rockets. During lift off some went incredible distances, one ending up on a roof and at least one in a tree. The kids and the parents all had a great time. The Museum wishes to thank Mike and Alex Cronin of "Design Principles" for volunteering to help us construct and lift off the rockets, and all the many parents who stuck around to help with the construction and clean up afterward.
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Annual Clean Up184 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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Women’s Fund Tiara 5K 184 viewsParticipants in the Women’s Fund Tiara 5K Mother’s Day race enjoyed fine weather and fun, breaking the record of registered runners with 1,000 who took part. Some donned their tiaras and tutus, and there was even a super hero or two spotted in the Kids’ Fun Run. Photos by Felix Perez
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