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Car Show Dreams353 views108 cars attended the “A Wish Come True” car show on October 11, 2009 at Rochester’s Plumb Corner. Each vehicle owner paid to attend the show, and the proceeds went to the organization, which works to grant wishes to children ages 3-18 who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. Photo by Pat Aleks
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America Recycles353 viewsIn recognition of America Recycles Day, the Rochester Highway Department accepted donations of media, books, and clothing, all in usable condition, on November 13, for area non-profit organizations to reuse. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley
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Holiday Windows353 viewsArt students from Old Rochester Regional High School work under Ms. Dorothy's guidance to decorate Plumb Corner storefront windows on November 17, 2009. The students took a couple hours away from books to enjoy some paint and sunshine. The festive windows will be on display until Christmas. Photo by Anne O'Brien-Kakley.
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Christmas Holiday Shop353 viewsSt. Anthony’s and St. Rita’s parishioners combined efforts to give the community a Christmas Holiday Shop and Celebration on Saturday, December 5, 2009. The basement of St. Anthony’s church was decked out in snowflakes, wreaths, bells, bows, and a Santa sleigh. Santa listened patiently as children told him what they wanted for Christmas. A beautiful bake table tempted visitors with gooey confections and warm malasadas were enjoyed by all. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Relay for Life353 viewsChildren went to the Center School in Mattapoisett to make their own ornaments and gifts at the Relay for Life workshop on December 6, 2009. For a $6 donation, children could pick from crafts like pine cone Christmas trees, clothes-pin reindeer, and foam ornaments – paint, glitter and glue were in abundant supply. Money raised went to benefit the American Cancer Society. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Santa's Arrival353 viewsMarion children gave a rock star’s welcome to Santa Claus, who arrived at Marion’s Annual Holiday Stroll by boat on December 13. The pouring rain didn’t stop Santa from spreading candy and holiday cheer to the crowd of exciting children. Clydesdale horses waited patiently to take visitors on a stroll through the village, and the town Christmas tree was lit at Bicentennial Park. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Annual Tree Sale353 viewsA Decorating Committee from the Sippican Woman’s Club produced over 50 festive trees for the Tree Spree, which started in Handy’s Tavern. The tavern was decked out with themed trees, including a Barbie tree, a Hannukah tree, a Mallard duck tree, and even a tree decorated with recycled items like bottles and plastic bags. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Historic Fire353 viewsA view of the Weweantic River emptying into Buzzard’s Bay is a beautiful contrast to the burnt, raw edges of the damaged section on the house.
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Hillbilly Hoedown353 viewsA Hillbilly Dinner Dance was held at Redman Hall in Wareham on Saturday, February 27, 2010 to benefit the 11th annual Rochester Country Fair. After dinner, Twinkies were provided for dessert and The Relics provided music. This year's Rochester Country Fair will be held on August 19, 20 and 21 at Plumb Corner and the theme will be “Hillbilly Days”. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Marion Clean-up353 viewsMarion residents hit the street to pick up trash around town on Saturday, May 15. All over Marion, there were people in day-glo vests working with “Manducas”, long pincers made by Marion resident Eunice Manduca for picking up trash. The collected trash was placed in front of the Marion Music Hall to create “Trash Bag Mountain”. Photos by Felix Perez.
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Boat Race353 viewsThe 2010 Rochester Memorial Day Boat Races got off to a good start in warm, sunny weather. About 90 registrants rowed their boats from Grandma Hartley’s Reservoir on Snipatuit Road, down the Mattapoisett River, and to the finish line at the Herring Weir on Route 6 in Mattapoisett. Photo by Anne O’Brien-Kakley.
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Relay for Life353 viewsOver 200 Tri-Town residents gathered to help raise money for the American Cancer Society by participating in the fifth annual Relay for Life. The Relay started at 5:00 pm on Friday June 11 and continued until 12:00 pm on Saturday. Participants walked the track at ORR throughout the night and into the next afternoon as a way to honor cancer survivors and those who lost their battle to cancer. Personalized luminaria bags lined the track, lighting the way for the participants throughout the night.
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