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Veterans Day45 viewsIraq war veteran Dr. David Vacchi delivered the keynote address during Veterans Day ceremonies held on Saturday by the Town of Mattapoisett at the American Legion Florence Eastman Post 280. Tri-Town Veterans Office agent Chris Gerrior led the ceremony with participation by the Showstoppers, Rochester Boy Scouts Troop 31, Hadley Perron, Chaplain Langhoff, Geneva Gerrior, veteran Raymond Hanks and the Congregational Church. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Marion Natural History Museum45 viewsOn November 29, the Marion Natural History Museum community group had fun crafting a distinctive butterfly mobile for the museum, drawing inspiration from the detailed illustrations of Maria Sibylla Merian. In this workshop, the participants combined historical accuracy with modern design to produce a captivating display that will hang above our antique butterfly case. Using life-sized, woodcut butterflies, we had fun using a variety of materials to capture their beauty. Many thanks to Karen Alves Cronin an
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Keep on Plungin’ 45 viewsThe annual Keep on Plungin’ New Year’s Day swim drew well over 100 participants to Mattapoisett Town Beach, continuing a tradition started in 2013 by Will and Michelle Huggins to help families facing expenses related to cancer care. In the last two years, the community-driven effort has benefitted three families and Dana Farber with a $1,000 donation in Huggins’ honor. This year, organizers anticipate supporting at least two more families with checks for $2,000. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Keep on Plungin’ 45 viewsThe annual Keep on Plungin’ New Year’s Day swim drew well over 100 participants to Mattapoisett Town Beach, continuing a tradition started in 2013 by Will and Michelle Huggins to help families facing expenses related to cancer care. In the last two years, the community-driven effort has benefitted three families and Dana Farber with a $1,000 donation in Huggins’ honor. This year, organizers anticipate supporting at least two more families with checks for $2,000. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Ned's Point45 viewsPhoto by Steve Chicco
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Pinewood Derby 45 viewsThe Cub Scouts Pack 31 hosted a Pinewood Derby on February 3 at Rochester Memorial School. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Maritime Center45 viewsThe long-standing harbormaster building at Island Wharf in Marion is substantially overshadowed by the new Maritime Center under construction behind it. The new building, located in the northeast corner of the wharf area, is primarily funded by a series of grants from the state’s Seaport Economic Council. Photo by Mick Colageo. May 2, 2024 edition
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Marion Art Center44 viewsPastel artist Sarah Brown’s paintings are now on display at the Marion Art Center in a two-person tour de force with watercolorist Judy Carver. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Paca Run44 viewsSeptember 25 found animal lovers of all ages visiting alpaca farms throughout the region in a game called “Paca Run.” Mattapoisett’s Pine Meadows Farm participated in the event, which included five farms where folks could pick up playing cards. At the end of the two-day event coinciding with National Alpaca Farm Days, the best “Hand” won prizes. But, really, the big winners were the alpacas themselves, who received bountiful treats from their admirers throughout the weekend. Photos by Marilou Newell
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Marion Halloween Parade44 viewsThe witches at the Marion Art Center participated in Sunday's Marion Halloween Parade, hosting a photo session, crafts, a drawing, and by handing out candy. Photo by Shawn Sweet
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Gracie and Mookie 44 viewsGracie and Mookie chilling on school vacation. Photo by Debbie Perry
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Old Hammondtown School’s 5th Grade poster contest44 viewsPaige Mallioux won first place and Willow Ruel second in Old Hammondtown School’s 5th Grade poster contest with the theme “Be a Cool Community, Plant Trees.” The Massachusetts Department Conservation and Recreation (DCR) recognizes Mattapoisett as one of the state’s Tree City USA member municipalities, and one of the town’s member activities is the annual art contest that fosters awareness in next generations about precious resources.
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