“Two Kellys” Two one act plays by George Kelly. New Director’s Showcase.  “The Flattering Word”  directed by Mellanie Crowther. A pastor’s wife learns that an old school friend, now a famous actor, is coming to town and would like to catch up with her. Unfortunately, her husband objects: Their church frowns upon theatrics. Meanwhile, a… [Read More]

The Mattapoisett Lions Club presents the 5th annual Fall FREE Family Fun Festival, Sat., 10/16, noon to 4 p.m., Shipyard Park, Matta­poisett. Featuring hay rides, pin on the nose on the pumpkin, pumpkin bowling, coloring station, corn hole toss, pumpkin patch (kids take home your own pumpkin), refreshments, goody bags, music. Kids: Wear your costumes…. [Read More]

Author Susan Orlean writes a “riveting” account of unsolved arson-the Los Angeles Public Library fire of 1986 called the “Library Book.” The fire raged for over 7 hours, reaching temperatures of 2,000 degrees and consuming over 4,000 books and damaging 7,000 more. The author hoped to discover the cause of the fire.  The book will… [Read More]

Baked Ham, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Cold Slaw, Coffee, Corn Bread and Various Desserts. Sun., 10/17, 4-7 pm, Freetown VFW Hall, 89 Middleboro Road, East Freetown  Music by Johnny Angel  Tickets $15.00. Call Susan 508-763-9245; Pat Wilbur 508-344-0566; VFW 508-763-2292  ••• Click here to download the entire 10/14/21 issue: 10-14-21 KidsFest Support local journalism, donate… [Read More]

The Friends of the Millicent Library welcomes John Nelson, noted author and birder, who will present “Funny Bird Sex: Stories Birds Tell about Birds and People” on Wednesday, October 6, in the library auditorium. His slide show presentation begins at 6:30 and blends science, literature, and personal observation to explore the distinctive lives of twelve… [Read More]

Fairhaven Kids Fest, Sat.,* 10/9,  10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Lawn of Visitors Center and Fairhaven High School, 141 Main Street at Route 6, Fairhaven. Sponsored by the Fairhaven Office of Tourism and Millicent Library Youth Services Featuring: Interactive Fun with Pirates of the Cape; Mermaids to Meet, from Ever After Storytime Entertainment; Craft Activities… [Read More]

Join the Fairhaven Animal Shelter for our yard sale, Sat., 10/9, from 10 am.–1 p.m., at the shelter, 200 Bridge St., Fairhaven. Featuring small animal cages, dog beds, crates, carriers, food dishes, brand new dog toys, 50/50 raffle. Only accepting monetary dona­tions on the day of the yard sale. ••• Click here to download the… [Read More]

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (RJD), 396 County St., NB. Visit www.rjdmuseum.org,  invites the public to its first “Rotchtoberfest,” an evening of food, fall ales, lawn games, and pumpkin carving, on Wed., 10/13, from 5 to 8 p.m. Children and adults of all ages are welcome to attend this festive event in the Museum… [Read More]

Fourth annual Pumpkin Parade on the historic grounds of theotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (RJD), 396 County St., NB. Visit www.rjdmuseum.orgon Thurs., 10/14, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to visit the gardens of the Museum to see a display of Jack-O-Lanterns created by community members. Carved pump­kins will be displayed… [Read More]

Fairhaven TV is hosting a free short film screening with Fairhaven filmmaker Alyssa Botelho in the Town Hall auditorium, 40 Center St., Fairhaven, on October 1st at 7pm. A Q&A with the writer/director, producer, costume designer, and director of photography will follow. As Alyssa is a graduate of the Fairhaven High School Media Production program,… [Read More]