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Marion Natural History Museum61 viewsDespite having to reschedule the trip due to poor weather, October 3 was a perfect day to explore. We learned a little about the history of the structures that were built and destroyed during different winter storms and the Hurricane of 1938 which wiped out everything but the lighthouse. We heard that the lighthouse was built in 1819, and the original lighthouse keeper was William S. Moore.
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Marion Fire Department 61 viewsThe Marion Fire Department held an open house on Friday evening. Older children learned how to use fire-extermination equipment, and younger ones enjoyed the bouncy house and a meeting with mascot Sparky. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Rochester Congregational Church Fair61 viewsRochester Congregational Church Fair. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Marion Police Self Defense Class61 viewsOn November 6 and 8, women ages 15 and up learned basic, self-defense strategies from Marion Police Officer Captain Carl MacDermott III at the Music Hall. Awareness of one’s surroundings was a prime message, and participants practiced moves under assault. The program gave women confidence to protect themselves. “We learned basic self-defense stances and how to protect the face … the second night built on first-session skills,” said Cindy Macallister of Mattapoisett
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Elizabeth Tabor Library61 viewsElizabeth Tabor Library in Marion is now offering a wide selection of books (gently used) that are great for gift giving. Also available are T-shirts with the library’s logo and a raffle. The fundraiser ends on December 23. Photo by Marilou Newell
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Marion Village Christmas Stroll61 viewsDespite eventual rain, the Marion Village Christmas Stroll was enjoyed by many on Sunday afternoon. The event included musical entertainment by Tri-County musicians, Grades 4 and 5 bands from Sippican Elementary School, Sippican Historical Society carolers and Tabor Academy students, horse-drawn carriage rides, street entertainment, seasonal refreshments courtesy of area merchants, goodie bags from VASE, and crafts for kids. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Marion Village Christmas Stroll61 viewsDespite eventual rain, the Marion Village Christmas Stroll was enjoyed by many on Sunday afternoon. The event included musical entertainment by Tri-County musicians, Grades 4 and 5 bands from Sippican Elementary School, Sippican Historical Society carolers and Tabor Academy students, horse-drawn carriage rides, street entertainment, seasonal refreshments courtesy of area merchants, goodie bags from VASE, and crafts for kids. Photos by Mick Colageo
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Marion Natural History Museum61 viewsFriday night the Marion Natural History Museum hosted a standing-room-only presentation about the Black Bear population in Massachusetts. According to state fish and wildlife biologists Jason Zimmer and Steven Wright, the population is rapidly expanding into the eastern part of our state. Jason gave us some good tips to keep black bears out of our property, including removing bird feeders, covering and keeping our garbage contained, and how to keep bears out of our livestock. The museum wishes to thank Jaso
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Judy Mooney61 viewsJudy Mooney, Marion’s retiring finance director, shares a moment with her replacement, Heather O’Brien, during Tuesday morning’s sendoff at the Town House. Many stopped in to wish Judy well in her retirement after two decades serving the town. Photos by Mick Colageo
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2024 Groundhog Cover Contest61 views2024 Groundhog Cover Contest entry by Genevieve Hebert
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Old Rochester Regional High School’s recent Genealogy Celebration event.61 viewsOld Rochester Regional High School’s recent Genealogy Celebration event.
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Krokodiloes61 viewsOld Rochester Regional High School Class of 2025 president Emerson Gonet was asked for her assistance, as the Harvard University Krokodiloes acapella singing group performed on February 3 at ORR to raise funds for the class. Emerson’s older brother Eddie Gonet, a Harvard sophomore, is a two-year member of the Krokodiloes, and this year acts as the group’s tour manager. Photos by Mick Colageo
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