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Octopurrfest272 viewsThe Rochester cat shelter “It’s All About the Animals” held its 2nd Annual Octopurrfest on Sunday, October 2. Raising over $7,000, owner/operator Pam Robinson said this year’s event was “absolutely over the top!” The shelter is in the process of building an addition to create a cat room and a porch. “I cannot thank everyone enough for their wonderful donation and participation,” said Robinson. Photos by Colin Veitch
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A New England Nutcracker272 viewsNew Bedford Ballet will perform its annual production of A New England Nutcracker December 3rd through the 11th at the NBB Community Theatre, located at 2343 Purchase Street in New Bedford. Journey back to the 1850s, as this favorite holiday story is reimagined through New Bedford’s historic whaling era, and prepare for the “City That Lit the World” to light up your holiday season.
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Senior Thanksgiving272 viewsTri-Town seniors enjoyed another savory Thanksgiving dinner at the Old Rochester Regional Junior High School on Sunday, November 17. The annual event is a tradition 26 years strong that allows school staff and eighth-graders the chance to express their gratitude for area seniors and their support for the schools. Photos by Jean Perry
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Take Your Child to the Library Day272 viewsThere were tons of family-friendly activities at the Plumb Library on February 4 for the annual Take Your Child to the Library Day. Junior Friends of the Library were on hand, as well as Miss Lisa leading the kids in physical exercises, and Amos the “read to me” greyhound made a few new friends. Photos by Deina Zartman
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Teknite272 viewsRochester Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts at the start of a 12-hour marathon of gaming and fun challenges held at the Rochester Grange on Saturday night. Photos by Deina Zartman
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Winter Tennis272 viewsAnn Martin, Deanne Girouard, Bob Grant, and Aubrey Pothier took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather to play some tennis in Mattapoisett last week. Photo courtesy of Pat Hansbury
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The Can-Do Couple 272 viewsMarion and Bob Faelten have been canning together for 50 years, ‘preserving’ the good life and enjoying every step of the twelve-month tango they dance from early spring when they sow their seeds to fall when they enjoy their homemade jellies, pickles, canned tomatoes, and homemade liqueurs. Photos by Jean Perry
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Rochester Historical Society 272 viewsThe Rochester Historical Society gave a preview of their photographic installation on Rochester's farming history and culture through the centuries. The exhibit opens September 30 at the Historical Society Museum located at 355 County Road in the old East Rochester Church. Photos by Marilou Newell
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New Bedford Ballet272 viewsNew Bedford Ballet brings drama and romance to the Zeiterion Theatre stage with its performance of the classic fairytale Sleepy Beauty on June 9 at 2:00 and 8:00 pm. Set to Tchaikovsky's regal score and the choreography of artistic director Rebecca Waskiel-Marchesseault, along with ballet instructor Eugenia Zinovieva, dancers of all ages will enchant the audience in this whimsical interpretation of good vs. evil and the redemption of true love
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Firefighters Memorial 272 viewsEight firefighters – four from Rochester – followed bagpiper Iain Massie to the Firefighters Memorial the morning of 8/24 to begin the inaugural four-day, 316-mile long Southern New England Brotherhood Ride, organized by Rochester Firefighter Andy Weigel. The ride was to remember 14 who lost their lives in the line of duty this past year. Photos by Jean Perry
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Trunk or Treat272 viewsRMS held a ‘Trunk or Treat’ event on Saturday, October 20, with hundreds turning out for the fun and free candy. The PTO sponsored event invited local families to enjoy a little pre-Halloween practice putting on their costumes, perfecting their “Trick or Treats” and remembering their ‘thank-yous.’ Photos by Jean Perry
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Marion Natural History Museum272 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum after school group enjoyed making gifts with natural and recycled materials at their annual holiday party. We wish to thank all the volunteers from Tabor Academy, ORRHS, and the parents for all their help with our programs this past year. Upcoming programs will be posted on the museum's website www.marionmuseum.org, and on the museum's Facebook page.
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