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Summer Concert413 viewsThe Showstoppers closed out the Seaport Village Summer Concert Series at Mattapoisett's Shipyard Park on Saturday evening, September 5. The event brought several hundred people to the Mattapoisett waterfront for a family friendly, fun filled evening of entertainment as the talented young singers performed popular hits and Broadway standards while many in the audience ate picnic suppers. Photo by Robert Chiarito
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Candyland413 viewsCandyland Faire Fun - the rain didn’t stop Holiday-minded buyers from attending the Mattapoisett Congregational Church’s Candyland Faire on November 14, 2009. It was standing-room only as people browsed through tables of hand-knitted sweaters, fudge, baked goods, festive dishes and more. Even Mrs. Claus took a break from her busy schedule to attend! Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley
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Welcome Home413 viewsMarine Lance Corporal Greg Rosperich is home with his family for Thanksgiving before having to return to his station in North Carolina. Mr. Rosperich will likely return to Afghanistan one more time before his tour of duty is complete. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Santa Arrives413 viewsMattapoisett held its annual holiday celebration and tree lighting on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at Shipyard Park. The rain couldn't dampen holiday spirits as visitors enjoyed delicious food and listened to Christmas music performed by the Showstoppers. Children made their own ornaments and hung them on the Christmas tree. They also danced with Rudolph and Frosty and shared their Christmas wishes with Santa Claus. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Historic Fire413 viewsThe Dexter house is on a sharp bend on Delano Road. The house, which has moved to the far corner of the lot away from its original foundation, is now partially hidden from the street. The damage from the December 4, 2009 fire is visible from the rear of the house.
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We've Got Talent413 viewsAt the first annual ORR Talent Show on January 14, 2010, Junior Ben Bungert sings “I Just Haven’t Met You Yet”. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Toe Jam413 viewsOn Saturday, January 23, 2010 the Toe Jam Puppet Band performed at the Center School in Mattapoisett to benefit the Project Grow Parents Group. Children and adults danced while the band entertained them with original songs and general silliness. Photos by Felix Perez.
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PanNeubean Steel413 viewsPanNeubean Steel, a reggae/Afro-Caribbean/calypso/jazz ensemble, entertained Center and Old Hammondtown Schools on January 28, 2010. Their energy was enough to get the whole auditorium up and dancing. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Multicultural Festival 413 viewsThe local AFS (American Field Service) held a multicultural festival on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at the Center School in Mattapoisett. The festival included several stations that displayed information about different cultures from around the world. Exchange students from Thailand, Panama and Northern Germany also enjoyed the festivities. According to Kim Corazzini, the festivals organizer, the event helped expose children to other nationalities and promoted multicultural learning. Photo by Felix Perez.
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Ready, Set, Go!413 viewsOn Sunday, March 21, 2010 The Marion Cub Scouts Pack 32 revived the annual soap-box derby after a three-year absence. Scouts raced carts down Holmes Street in Marion for a chance to help make their den the fastest in the pack. After several races and dozens of trips up and down the hill, the Webelos II Den went home with the title. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Zumbathon413 viewsThe ORR high school gymnasium was alive with music and movement on Sunday, April 11, 2010, when dancers took to the floor for a good cause. For a $30 contribution, participants could Zumba for three hours, and the proceeds of the Zumbathon went to Compassionate Care for ALS in Falmouth, a non-profit organization that provides equipment and support to families affected by ALS. The Zumbathon was in honor of Jeffrey Lawrence, a 47-year-old man living with ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
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Bluegrass413 viewsA Bluegrass concert to benefit Heifer International was held at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church on May 8, 2010. Heifer International works to end world hunger and poverty by donating livestock to families in need. The recipients raise and breed their livestock to donate to others in need, thus continuing the cycle of giving. Photo by Felix Perez.
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