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Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Competition251 viewsThe 2nd Annual Mattapoisett Firefighters Association Chowder Competition was well attended this Sunday, September 18, behind the Knights of Columbus on Route 6. Two categories – professional establishment and public safety – competed for best judged chowder and people’s choice. The Rochester Facilities Department took first place, with the Rochester Firefighter’s Association taking second and the People’s Choice award. Photos by Jean Perry
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Peace Corps251 viewsRochester man Andrew Mello, 26, is away in Burkina Faso with the Peace Corps and hoping to get a boost from Tri-Towners back home with funding for a secure wall to encase the preschool where he works and keep it safe from outside people and animals. Photo submissions Andrew Mello
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Family Fun Festival 251 viewsThe Mattapoisett Lions Club held its first Family Fun Festival at Shipyard Park on Saturday, October 29, featuring some good old-fashioned fun and games. Over 400 people turned out for the event, which included hayrides through the village, a pumpkin patch, and games such as pin the nose on the pumpkin and the corn hole toss. Photos by Jean Perry
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Rochester Tree Lighting251 viewsMonday, December 5, was the night of the annual Rochester Tree Lighting. Folks enjoyed festive music by the RMS chorus and band, and witnessed the grand entrance of Santa Claus aboard Rochester’s big yellow fire ladder truck with lights blazing and sirens sounding. Photos by Jean Perry
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Holiday in the Park251 viewsT’was the fortnight before Christmas and all through the park, every creature was stirring including Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty the Snowman! On Saturday, December 10, hundreds turned out for Mattapoisett’s holiday celebration at Shipyard Park where fun, free food, and frolicking characters made for a great night of revelry leading up to the tree lighting. Photos by Jean Perry
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Marion Natural History Museum251 viewsOn Wednesday, December 21, the Marion Natural History Museum's after school group enjoyed some refreshments and holiday crafting with natural and recycled materials. The group made many lovely ornaments and gifts. Many thanks to Maggie Payne, Marc Sylvia, Sarah Porter, David Pierce, Evan Costa, and Wendy Copps for their help with this event. Photos courtesy of Elizabeth Liedhold
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Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge251 viewsIt takes a certain type of person to jump into the cold ocean on New Year’s morning. Behold, the locals who fit that description as they enjoy a frosty January 1st at Mattapoisett Town Beach for the annual Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge! Hundreds lined the beach to take the plunge, with bundled spectators watching from the sidelines and cheering as the plungers charged ahead screaming and shrieking with exhilaration. Proceeds from the plunge benefit locals battling cancer. Photos by Colin Veitch
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Snow Fun251 viewsThe sun after the storm helped make Sunday a picturesque day. Photo courtesy Faith Ball
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Mattapoisett Woman's Club251 viewsThe Garden Group of the Mattapoisett Woman's Club enjoyed a unique tour of the Blue Garden in Newport, RI, on June 15. Originally designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and his firm, the Blue Garden has been restored to include water features and pergolas. It is a private property open by appointment only. Photo courtesy Bev Gleason
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Soapbox Derby251 viewsMembers of Marion Cub Scout Pack 32 participated in a soapbox derby this Saturday, November 18 on Holmes Street in Marion. Photos by Sarah French Storer
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Marion Natural History Museum251 viewsThe Marion Natural History Museum wishes to thank Kitty Degroot for sharing her expertise as a beekeeper with our group. The students learned that 10 bees weigh the same as one M&M, and how bees communicate by dancing. We explored beekeeping equipment and which hive box holds the queen and which holds the honey. The museum also wishes to thank the volunteers who assisted with the program. Photo courtesy Elizabeth Leidhold
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Pinewood Derby251 viewsCub Scouts Pack 30 held its annual Pinewood Derby on Saturday, January 13 at Rochester Memorial School. The pinewood derby is a tradition that was started back in 1963 in Manhattan Beach, California and persists to this day. In addition to placing as the fastest cars, the scouts’ cars are also awarded for design and creativity. Photos by Jean Perry
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