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“Do today what should be done; your tomorrow
may never come.” – Harry F. Banks
Thursday,
June 29 - The 11th Annual Westport Summer Film Series is back
for Summer 2023
with a selection of award-winning films along with guest speakers and
Q&A sessions with the filmmakers in a spectacular setting at Weatherlow Farms post-and-beam functions facility.
The
series kicks off on Wednesday July 19 with the documentary Root Hog or Die.
Filmed in cinema verité style in rich black and white, the film follows a
one-year farming cycle in the hill towns of western Massachusetts and
southern Vermont. It aired on public television to great acclaim in the
late 1970s. This screening will be the re-release debut presentation of the
film in Massachusetts and will be followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Rawn Fulton and an expert panel from the local farming
community.
On
Wednesday August 2, the series presents The Weekend Sailor, a feature
documentary about the inaugural Whitbread Round the World Race (known today
as the prestigious Volvo Ocean Race). The Weekend Sailor tells the
thrilling story of an inexperienced Mexican captain Ramon Carlin and his
quest to take on the world’s most accomplished crews in the most
challenging and deadly race on earth.
On
Wednesday August 16, the Summer Film Series in collaboration with South
Coast Artists presents Loving Vincent, the world's first fully painted
feature-length film. The story of Vincent van Gogh’s tragic death has long
been known; what has remained a mystery is how and why he came to be shot.
Loving Vincent tells that story. A post-screening Q&A will feature
animator and local artist Kat Knutsen who worked
on the film.
The
series concludes on Friday September 29 with the return of the popular
MANHATTAN SHORT, the world’s first global film festival. More than 100,000
film lovers in over 500 cities across 6 continents will gather over the
course of a week for one reason...to view and vote on the Oscar-qualifying
candidates in the 26th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival.
Root
Hog or Die, Weekend Sailor, and Loving Vincent will screen at Weatherlow Farms 845 Sodom Rd, Westport; social hour at
6 PM; film at 7 PM. Beer, wine and refreshments available for purchase. The
Manhattan Shorts Festival takes place at 6 PM at The Westport Grange 931
Main Road Westport.
All
films are free and open to the public. For additional information and to
reserve tickets, visit wptculturalcouncil.org/film-series. The film series
is presented by the Westport Cultural Council and supported by the Westport
Cultural Council through a grant from the Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust
administered by Bank of America.
Thursday,
June 29 - Westport Art Group 2023 Summer Community Show -
Artists invited to submit works and show dates and times
WESTPORT
- Westport Art Group (WAG) is inviting everyone to their 2023 Summer
Community Show. The show is open and free to the public and is located at
the WAG Gallery, 1740 Main Road, Westport Point.
The
show will be open Thursday July 27th - Sunday August 6th. The public is invited to the free opening
reception Friday evening July 28th, 5:30-7:30PM.
Gallery hours are Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 1-5PM;
On Sunday, August 6th -hours will be only from 11-3PM as the show ends.
All
artists, WAG members and nonmembers are invited to exhibit 2D and 3D
artwork including painting, drawing, pastels, photography, sculpture,
pottery, woodworking and metalwork. If you wish to participate in the show,
information is available online at: www.westportartgroup.com
Proceeds
from the show fund Westport Art Group programs and support the arts in our
community. This annual show started
in July 1956 and was first held in the Westport Point School.
The
show will have original artwork, most will be for sale, with many at
affordable prices. Everyone can vote
for their favorite artwork that will be given “A People’s Choice” award
which will be awarded Sunday at 2:00.
WAG’s
traditional small painting raffle gives everyone the chance to win a small
original painting for only $2 a chance. Visitors are allowed to designate
which small painting(s) they want to take a chance on winning. The 5x7
paintings are donated by WAG members with quite a variety of subjects and
media. Drawings for the small paintings will occur at 1:00 on Sunday. You
do not have to be present to win.
Wednesday,
June 28 - Helen E. Ellis Grants Awarded for 2023-24
The
Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust Grant administered by the Bank of America
is awarded each year to fund cultural projects, events and individual
artistic endeavors for the benefit of the Westport community and its
surrounds.
The
Westport Cultural Council is pleased to announce they have recently awarded
24 grants totaling $58,000 for cultural programs. A complete list of
recipients and grant amounts can be found below.
This year's Helen E. Ellis Grants:
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South Coast Artists
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Open Studio Tour
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1900
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Westport Art Group
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WAG Kid's Summer Art
Camp Scholarship
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800
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Westport Cultural
Council
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Film Series 2023
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7575
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Friends of the Westport
Library
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Candida Rose Concert at
Westport Annex
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950
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Westport Writing Group
|
Monthly Writing Group
|
480
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|
New Bedford Fishing
Heritage Center
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History & Mysteries
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250
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Westport Economic Dev.
Task Force
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Music at the Farmer's Market
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2608
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Westport Cultural
Council
|
Artist in Residence
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7850
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Westport Land
Conservation Trust
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Wampanoag Experience Mishoon
Burn
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5000
|
|
Greater Tiverton
Community Chorus
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Concert at Westport
Middle/High School
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488
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Paskamansett Bird Club
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Projector
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650
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UMASS Dartmouth
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Women, Life, Freedom:
Visual Chronicle
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2550
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Concerts at the Point
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Borromeo String Quartet
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1000
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Westport River
Watershed Alliance
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River Day: The
Wampanoag Experience
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4500
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No Strings Marionette
Company
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Artist in Residence Puppetry Program
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2500
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Deborah Coderre
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Poetry Slam
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500
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Westport Wildcats Pep
Band
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Assistant Director Stipend
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300
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Westport Grange #181
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Stage Curtain
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2500
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Westport Recreation
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Outdoor Movie Night
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3500
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Westport Recreation
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Summer Concert Series
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5500
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Westport Middle/High
School
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Drama Club Prod. of SpongeBob the Musical
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3100
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Bayside Restaurant
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Samba Capoeira
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1000
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The Art Drive
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15th Annual Studio Tour
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1700
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Westport Historical
Society
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Westport Heritage Map
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800
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58000
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Tuesday,
June 27 – OBITUARY
EverythingWestport wishes to note the passing of Pauline
E. (Tocchio) Mezzetti, 85, of Westport, passed
away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at South Shore Rehabilitation and Skilled
Care Center. She was the wife of the late William P. Mezzetti.
Mrs.
Mezzetti was born in New York, NY, daughter of
the late Anthony and Marie (Figlinizzi) Tocchio and had resided in Quincy for most of her life
before relocating to Westport. Prior to retirement she had worked as a
bookkeeper. She enjoyed spending time with her family.
Survivors
include her 3 daughters: Marie Hunt and her husband Frederick of Pocasset,
Donna White and her fiancé Michael Bernier of Westport and Lynne
O'Callaghan and her husband Steven of Marshfield; 6 grandchildren: Jennifer
and her husband Mark, John Paul and his wife Taylor, Brittany and her wife
Maggie, Matthew, Jillian & Lauren; 5 great grandchildren: Laynie, Hayleigh, Robert, Hunter and William; along
with many nieces and nephews.
She
was the sister of the late Joseph Tocchio and
Justine Costello.
Services
will be private.
Tuesday,
June 27 - OBITUARY
EverythingWestport wishes to note the passing of Joseph
Raposo, 43, of Westport, who passed away on Thursday,
June 22, 2023 at home. He was the son of Mary E. (Gomes) Raposo of Westport and the late Juvencio
J. Raposo.
Mr.
Raposo was born in Fall River and had been a
lifelong resident of Westport. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Grace
Church, Westport. He loved animals and farming but most of all, he enjoyed
spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors
along with his mother include his son: Owen Raposo
of Fall River; his brother: David Raposo and his
wife Melissa of Westport; his niece: Victoria; along with many aunts,
uncles and cousins.
Funeral
to which relatives and friends are invited will be Wednesday, June 28, 2023
from the Potter Funeral Home at 10:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at Our Lady of Grace Church, Westport at 11:00 A.M.
Calling
hours will be Tuesday from 5-8 P.M.
Interment
will be in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.
Tuesday,
June 27 – OBITUARY
EverythingWestport wishes to note the passing of Paul
R. Cloutier,
77, of Westport, who passed away at home on Saturday, June 24, 2023 with
his family by his side. Born in Webster, MA he was the son of the late
Edward H. and Agatha C. (Mainville) Cloutier. He
grew up in New Bedford before moving to Westport where he spent most of his
life.
Paul
was a graduate of New Bedford High School where he played football. He
served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Independence and USS Vesole. After the Navy, he earned an Associate's Degree
from Bristol Community College.
He
owned Westport Office Systems in Westport for years prior to retiring. He
was President of the Board at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater New
Bedford. He was a Mason and member of Noquochoke
Lodge of Westport. Paul enjoyed boating and in his later years became an
accomplished carver.
Survivors
include his son Phillip and his wife Vicki of Westport. His grandchildren
include Kai Cloutier, Bailey Cloutier and Teagan Cloutier. His sisters,
Nola Cloutier of Dennis and Ann Cloutier of Westport along with former spouse
Arlene (Fuller) Cloutier of Westport.
He
was predeceased by his brother Edward.
He
will be interred in a private service at Massachusetts National Cemetery,
Bourne.
In
lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to the Boys and Girls Club of
Greater New Bedford, 166 Jenney St., New Bedford, MA 02740.
Tuesday,
June 27 - OBITUARY
EverythingWestport wishes to note the passing of Martha
(Ziemilkowski) Gagnon, 97, of Westport who passed
away on Monday, June 26, 2023 at Hathaway Manor Extended Care Facility. She
was wife of the late Hector R. Gagnon.
Born
in Poland, daughter of the late Paulette Schneider, she had lived in the
Westport / Dartmouth area for most of her life. Mrs. Gagnon helped her
husband as a secretary at Rene's Used Cars and Auto Parts in North
Dartmouth. She enjoyed cooking, gardening and spending time outdoors, but
most of all she loved spending time with her family.
Survivors
include a son: John F. Gagnon and his wife Sharon of Westport; a daughter:
Vivian Bettencourt; 4 grandchildren: Sonya, Jesse, John, Jr. and Justin;
several great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She
was mother of the late Kim J. Gagnon and Jeffrey R. Gagnon.
Services
will be private.
Monday, June 26 - Announcing the 60th Annual Westport
Friends Book Fair!
WESTPORT - Grounds Open at 10:00 a.m.
Saturday, July 8-16, 2023 at 938 Main Road, Westport. 508.636.4963 westportquakers@gmail.com
What
started as a seven-table book fair in 1961, the Westport Friends Annual
Book Fair, now in its 60th year, has grown into a locally anticipated event
that attracts book lovers from throughout the region. If you love books,
then mark your calendar and come to our Annual Book Fair, beginning on Saturday,
July 8, 2023,
at 10:00
a.m. rain or shine!
Please read on for details and timelines:
Schedule: Beginning Saturday, July 8, 2023 (Rain or shine) 10:00
a.m. Hundreds of books at 6/$1.00 or 25¢ each, go on sale.
11:00 a.m. Three huge main tents open with 30,000 high quality books
for sale.
7:00 p.m. Grounds close for the night, but sale continues the
next day, every day, through Sunday, July 16!
Payment Methods:
Cash check, credit cards (MasterCard
or Visa) are accepted.
Their 6 for a $1 section
opens with hundreds of paperbacks at 10:00 a.m.
This section is loaded with
books at 6/$1.00 or 25¢ each. You’ll find fiction, non-fiction, romance, Si-Fi,
children’s books and everything in between!
“I
get all my beach reads, right here, every year,” says one happy shopper.
“Really? Six for a dollar?” asks another.
Plenty
of books in the meetinghouse too for young readers, children and teens.
11:00 a.m. – The Children’s
Tent opens with hundreds of books! children
especially enjoy exploring hundreds of books in excellent condition in the
meetinghouse.
11:00 a.m. – Tents open with
30,000 high quality books for sale!
At
the sound of the whistle, the ropes drop, allowing access to every genre of
books available. Books are categorized by subject and are clearly labeled
above each table. Cashiers are located at the ends of each tent. Cash and
checks are accepted throughout each day of the Book Fair. Credit cards are
accepted on the first weekend, only.
Minutes
before the whistle goes off and book lovers descend on their favorite
genres, such as history, cooking, novels, spiritual, travel, biography,
health, mind-body, humor, hobbies, education, sports and gardening just to
name a few! Facebook
Some
people enjoy being front and center, year after year when the whistle blows
and the ropes come down around our huge tents. Others say they like coming
later in the afternoon. And because our Book Fair runs for eight
consecutive days, still other folks enjoy arriving when we open each
morning at 9:00 a.m.
Our
large, airy tents make it easy to relax and wander about at your own pace,
to read book jackets, browse for, and find, just the right book that you
didn’t know you were hoping to find!
It’s
summertime, and we welcome folks to enjoy our grounds and relax! And yes,
even the well-mannered family dog (on leash) is welcome.
Bring
your young readers, we’ve got the books! Whether it’s three books, three
bags full or three boxes of books, many folks enjoy hanging out for a spell
to read before leaving the grounds with their purchases and heading for
home.
Questions? Call 508.636.4963 Email:
westportquakers@gmail.com
Visit our Book Fair Facebook
Page here!
Have books to donate? Details here
Westport Friends Annual Book
Fair; Saturday, July 8-16, 2023
938 Main Road, Westport 508.636.4963
westportquakers@gmail.com
Yachting World
Monday,
June 26 - The 11th Annual Westport Summer Film Series is
back for Summer 2023
The
11th Annual Westport Summer Film Series is back for Summer 2023 with a
selection of award-winning films along with guest speakers and Q&A
sessions with the filmmakers in a spectacular setting at Weatherlow Farms post-and-beam functions facility.
The
series kicks off on Wednesday July 19 with the documentary Root Hog or Die.
Filmed in cinema verité style in rich black and white, the film follows a
one-year farming cycle in the hill towns of western Massachusetts and
southern Vermont. It aired on public television to great acclaim in the
late 1970s. This screening will be the re-release debut presentation of the
film in Massachusetts and will be followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Rawn Fulton and an expert panel from the local farming
community.
On
Wednesday August 2, the series presents The Weekend Sailor, a feature
documentary about the inaugural Whitbread Round the World Race (known today
as the prestigious Volvo Ocean Race). The Weekend Sailor tells the
thrilling story of an inexperienced Mexican captain Ramon Carlin and his
quest to take on the world’s most accomplished crews in the most
challenging and deadly race on earth.
On
Wednesday August 16, the Summer Film Series in collaboration with South
Coast Artists presents Loving Vincent, the world's first fully painted
feature-length film. The story of Vincent van Gogh’s tragic death has long
been known; what has remained a mystery is how and why he came to be shot.
Loving Vincent tells that story. A post-screening Q&A will feature
animator and local artist Kat Knutsen who worked
on the film.
The
series concludes on Friday September 29 with the return of the popular
MANHATTAN SHORT, the world’s first global film festival. More than 100,000
film lovers in over 500 cities across 6 continents will gather over the
course of a week for one reason...to view and vote on the Oscar-qualifying
candidates in the 26th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival.
Root
Hog or Die, Weekend Sailor, and Loving Vincent will screen at Weatherlow Farms 845 Sodom Rd, Westport; social hour at
6 PM; film at 7 PM. Beer, wine and refreshments available for purchase. The
Manhattan Shorts Festival takes place at 6 PM at The Westport Grange 931
Main Road Westport.
All
films are free and open to the public. For additional information and to
reserve tickets, visit wptculturalcouncil.org/film-series. The film series
is presented by the Westport Cultural Council and supported by the Westport
Cultural Council through a grant from the Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust
administered by Bank of America.
Saturday,
June 24 - EverythingWestport wishes to announce the
passing of Sally Rae Hudner, age 87 who passed away on
Thursday, June 15.
Born
in Newport, Rhode Island, a daughter of the late Raymond F. and Ruth S.
(Lake) O’Neil, Sally was raised in Tiverton, Rhode Island and was a
longtime resident of Westport Harbor, Massachusetts.
A
graduate of the Dominican Academy in Fall River, she earned her nursing
degree from the Newport Hospital School of Nursing and attended Boston College.
As a Registered Nurse with a specialty in Psychiatry, she worked at Newport
Hospital, Corrigan Center, McLean Hospital, Arbor Hospital and for the
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. Sally also spent many years as a
private duty nurse, specializing in the care of terminal patients. She was
dedicated to her patients and their wellbeing until her retirement at age
72.
A
woman of many talents, with an artist’s soul she was a skilled painter, rug
hooker, knitter, gardener and cook. Her love of animals was a special
quality, with a stray never turned away. She especially enjoyed time with
her grandchildren, whom she loved immensely. Sally was also blessed with
many wonderful, life-long friends, and had a special love for her sister
Pat and many nieces and nephews. Sally was most happy when hosting a
clambake, searching for sea glass, and spending time with the people she
loved.
In
addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, R. Timothy Hudner and his wife Jean of Grand Junction, Colorado,
Philip B. Hudner, Jr. and his wife Carol of South
Dartmouth, Massachusetts and one daughter, Ann S. Hudner
of Portland, Oregon; four grandchildren, Sara Troutman and her husband
Jake, Sanford Hudner, Philip B. Hudner, III and his fiancée Hannah Holland and Max L. Hudner; three great-grandchildren, Jane, Maggie and
Charles Troutman and several nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the
late Patricia Gilbert.
Calling
hours will be held on Tuesday, June 20, from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at the
Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells
Mills Road, Dartmouth, MA. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday,
June 21, 2023 at 10:00 AM, also at the Waring-Sullivan Home in Dartmouth.
The services will be followed by burial in Beech Grove Cemetery in
Westport, Massachusetts. Relatives and friends are invited.
Saturday,
June 24 – Westport Public Library continues to offer curbside
pickup for your convenience. Place book-holds using the SAILS Mobile app or
by visiting www.sailsinc.org.
The
library also offers computer use, printing, scanning, and faxing services.
Find more information at:
https://www.westport-ma.com/westport-free-public-library
Saturday,
June 24 – Westport COA Volunteers Needed
Westport
Council on Aging needs volunteers to help at the Senior Center and out in
the community. Please call the Senior Center at (508) 636-1026 and ask for
the Volunteer Coordinator, if you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities:
Reception - Answering phones, making appointments,
providing information
Supportive Day Program Aide - Assist with daily
activities of the program
Evergreen Newsletter Deliverers - Alternates
Van Escorts - To accompany van clients to doctor's
appointments, shopping, etc.
Friendly Visitors - To visit isolated and homebound elders weekly
Shoppers
- To run shopping errands for homebound elders
Contact
Info - Phone: (508) 636-1026; Fax: (508) 636-1034; Address:
75
Reed Road, Westport, MA 02790
Please
contact COA Director Beverly Bisch if interested in any of
the volunteer positions. Visit their website: https://www.westport-ma.com/council-aging/pages/council-aging-services
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Saturday,
June 24 – Westport Beach Committee dodges a bullet.
Town
Administrator Jim Hartnett informed the Select Board at their last meeting
that at least eight candidates expressed their interest for the position of
life guard.
As
of last week, the Beach Committee had received only one application,
forcing the town to consider reducing guard service for the upcoming summer
season, or eliminating the service completely.
Westport
usually has eight guards and one beach manager to support Cherry & Web
Beach, Knubble Beach and East Beach.
Leach
said at a recent Beach Committee meeting they were aware that all of last
year’s lifeguards including the manager were not coming back this season.
Long-time head lifeguard Evan Audette and his entire staff succumbed to
nearby competition (Horseneck Beach which was offering lifeguards 28
percent per hour more than Westport.
Friday,
June 23 - EverythingWestport wishes to announce the
passing of Jane E. Gonzalski Wyatt of Westport,
Massachusetts, who passed away on May 16, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to
the family on the memorial page of Jane E. Gonzalski
Wyatt to pay them a last tribute.
She
was predeceased by her parents, Walter Gonzalski
and Mary Alice Gonzalski (Smith). She is survived
by her husband George E. Wyatt; and her siblings, Linda Ferreira (Tom),
Stephen Gonzalski (Susan) and Thomas Gonzalski (Diane). She is also survived by several
nieces and nephews.
In
lieu of flowers donations may be made in her honor to St. Jude's Children
Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.
Friday,
June 23 - EverythingWestport wishes to announce the
passing of David M. Oliveira. of Westport, Massachusetts, born in Fall River,
Massachusetts, who passed away on June 15, 2023, leaving to mourn family
and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share
it with the family.
He
was predeceased by his parents, Manuel Oliveira and Olive Oliveira (Teves); and his brother Alfred Oliveira. He is survived
by his wife Lucia F. Oliveira (Pereira); his children, David M. Oliveira of
Dartmouth, Lisa DeSousa of Swansea, Erika A. Brillon
(Mike) of Westport, Rachel Gendreau (Kyle) of
Westport, Justin L. Braga of Fall River and Kayla Braga (Mikey) of
Westport; his grandchildren, Jared, Alyssa, Karryn,
Alex, Zach, Emily, Abby, Ryan and Jason; his great grandchild London; and
his pet Briggs. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation
was held on Wednesday, June 14th 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the
Silva-Faria Funeral Home, 730 Bedford St, Fall River. A funeral service was
held on Thursday, June 15th 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at the same location. A mass
of Christian burial was held on Thursday, June 15th 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at
the St. Anthony of Padua Church, 730 Bedford St, Fall River, MA 02720.
In
lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Dave's memory to St.
Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105;
800.805.5856; https://www.stjude.org.
Friday,
June 23 - EverythingWestport wishes to announce the
passing of Claire T. Machado of Westport, Massachusetts, born in Fall River,
Massachusetts, who passed away on June 21, 2023. Family and friends are
welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page
and share them with the family.
She
was predeceased by: her husband Mauricio Machado; her parents, Emile
Machado and Irene Machado (Marcott); and her
sister Elaine Silvia. She is survived by her daughters, Paula Cambra (Mark) of Dartmouth, Cheryl Crofton (Frank) of
Dartmouth and Lisa Ellis (Jamey) of Westport; and her siblings, Emile
Machado, Jr. of Florida, Irene Bernat of Fall
River and Nancy Mello of Swansea. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren,
3 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation
will be held on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the
Oliveira Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Service (2064 S Main St, Fall
River, MA 02724). A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 7th 2023
at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Friday,
June 23 - EverythingWestport wishes to announce the
passing of Rochelle Vallincourt, 70, of Westport, who passed
away on Sunday, June 18, 2023. She was the daughter of the late E. Paul and
Olivine I. (Bussiere) Vaillancourt.
Rochelle
was born in Fall River and was a lifelong resident of Westport. She had
worked as a self-employed gardener, creating beautiful landscapes for many
in the Westport and Cape Cod areas, and was well known for her love of
flowers and nature. She was a talented and prolific artist, especially in
the medium of textiles and was a gifted violinist.
Rochelle
is survived by two brothers: Kenneth D. Vaillancourt and his companion
Donna Pillsbury of East Providence, and Thomas R. Vaillancourt and his wife
Jody of New Boston, NH; five nieces and one nephew: Laura Vaillancourt,
Jacqueline Vaillancourt, Mary Vaillancourt, April Vaillancourt, Colleen
Vaillancourt and Schuyler Vaillancourt; and by her companion, Ken Richards
of Fall River. She also leaves behind a large extended family as well as
many close friends.
She
was the sister of the late Paul G. Vaillancourt.
Services
will be private.
Friday,
June 23 - EverythingWestport wishes to announce the
passing of Robert Eugene Bellavance, 89, of Westport, who passed
away on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at home. He was the husband of Dorothy
(O'Neil) Bellavance.
Mr.
Bellavance was born in Putnam, CT, son of the
late Eugene W. and Odna Y. (Zercie)
Bellavance and had resided in Westport since
2021. A veteran of the Korean War, he served his country in the U.S. Army.
He completed a forty-year career in chamber of commerce management, serving
as CEO of chambers in Connecticut, New York, Virginia, Massachusetts and
Florida. He was best known for his skills in reorganization, revitalization
and gaining national accreditation for the organizations. He was a member
of Rotary International for over 40 years and a Paul Harris Fellow.
Survivors
along with his wife include his two children: Suzanne E. Bellavance and her husband Jonathan Waldo of New York,
NY and David E. Bellavance of Fall River, MA and
five grandchildren: Hannah Bellavance, Daniel Bellavance, Emma Waldo, Ethan Waldo and Jake Waldo. He
also leaves a sister Donna Mizak and brother
James, Bellavance, both of CT.
He
was the brother of the late William A. Bellavance.
A
private memorial service will be held in the Berkshires.
Friday,
June 23 – EverythingWestport wishes to note the passing
of
Mariette M. (Turcotte) Menard, 88, of Westport who passed away on Thursday,
June 15, 2023 at St. Anne's Hospital. She was wife of the late Henri L.
Menard.
Born
in Fall River, she was daughter of the late Leo and Bernadette (Pineault)
Turcotte. Mrs. Menard was a Communicant of St. George Church, Westport. She
enjoyed gardening and was the former owner of Highland Gardens in Westport.
Her passion was her love for her family and friends.
Survivors
include 4 sons: Henri A. Menard and his wife Gail of Westport, Michael P.
Menard and his partner Robin of Dartmouth, Ronald L. Menard and his wife
Joanne of Westport and Gerald Menard and his wife Kathleen of Westport; 3
daughters: Jeanne Rego of Summerfield, FL, Madeline Monteiro and her
partner Kaz of Woonsocket, RI and Karen Sullivan
and her husband Patrick of Somerset; a brother: Roland Turcotte of Fall
River; 14 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and many nieces and
nephews.
She
was mother of the late James Menard and David Menard; and sister of the
late Anita Mendenhall.
Funeral
to which relatives and friends are invited will be Thursday, June 22, 2023
from the Potter Funeral Home at 10:00 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian
Burial at St. George Church, Westport at 11:00 A.M.
Calling
hours will be Wednesday from 5 - 8 P.M.
Interment
will be in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.
Friday,
June 23 – EverythingWestport wishes to note the passing
of
Pauline E. (Tocchio) Mezzetti, 85, of Westport, who passed
away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at South Shore Rehabilitation and Skilled
Care Center. She was the wife of the late William P. Mezzetti.
Mrs.
Mezzetti was born in New York, NY, daughter of
the late Anthony and Marie (Figlinizzi) Tocchio and had resided in Quincy for most of her life
before relocating to Westport. Prior to retirement she had worked as a
bookkeeper. She enjoyed spending time with her family.
Survivors
include her 3 daughters: Marie Hunt and her husband Frederick of Pocasset,
Donna White and her fiancé Michael Bernier of Westport and Lynne
O'Callaghan and her husband Steven of Marshfield; 6 grandchildren: Jennifer
and her husband Mark, John Paul and his wife Taylor, Brittany and her wife
Maggie, Matthew, Jillian & Lauren; 5 great grandchildren: Laynie, Hayleigh, Robert, Hunter and William; along
with many nieces and nephews.
She
was the sister of the late Joseph Tocchio and
Justine Costello.
Services
will be private.
Friday,
June 23 - Westport Land Conservation Trust announces upcoming
special meeting,
WESTPORT
- On behalf of the WLCT Board of Directors and Governance Committee, I am
announcing a special meeting of the members of the Westport Land
Conservation Trust, Inc. on July 13th at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of
nominating Phil Burling, board member at-large, to a second, three-year
term (2023-2026) as a director.
Phil
has served an initial three-year term with WLCT and his service has been
exemplary. Phil brings a valuable background as an attorney who has
specialized in supporting non-profits in his career and as a professor at
Harvard University. Phil has a long connection with Westport and believes
in the importance of conserving its natural resources for future generations
to enjoy.
The
re-election of Phil Burling will be the sole business item of this special
meeting. We cordially invite you to participate in-person at Westport
Woods, 573 Adamsville Road, Westport, MA or remotely through this Zoom link:
pwd=SmduakRhbmV6SDMxZkUwWFp3OE5TZz09
Meeting
ID: 871 6267 3044
Passcode:
458269
Sincerely,
Christine
“Tina” Schmid, President
Friday,
June 23 – Westport’s Martin Costa receives award for
volunteerism
Martin
Costa, founder of Team C.O.W. (Clean Our Westport), an all-volunteer litter
cleanup program, was chosen as 1 of only 6 seniors in New England for the
United Healthcare "Champions" award. This award recognizes people
over the age of 65 who continue to donate time and talent for volunteer
opportunities to better their communities.
As
a show of gratitude, United Healthcare also donates $5,000 in Costa's name
to a charity of his choice. Mr. Costa donated his award to Westport's Team
C.O.W. and to St Peter's Episcopal Church in Dartmouth where he is a
communicant and does social activism volunteer work.
Joining
Martin in the celebration pictured are: Martin Costa, recipient of the
United Healthcare Champions Award, Deborah Weaver, executive Director of
the Westport River Water Shed Alliance (partners with Team C.O.W.), Cindy
Wilson, Vice-Chair of Team C.O.W., Donna Amaral, Team COW and Board of
Health Committee member, Madeleine Costa, Costa's sister and volunteer,
Gabe Martinez, United Health Care representative, Rev. Scott Ciosek of St Peter's Episcopal Church, and James
Burgess, partner and Team COW volunteer.
A
tip of the hat to Mr. Costa!
Friday, June 9 – OBITUARY
It
is with deep sorrow that EverythingWestport announces the death of Melissa
Benevides of Westport, Massachusetts, born in Fall River,
Massachusetts, who passed away on May 7, 2023, leaving to mourn family and
friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this
memorial page of Melissa Benevides to show
support.
She
was predeceased by her father Everett Benevides.
She is survived by her mother Mary E. Benevides Benevides (Silva); her brothers, Eric Benevides (Bozena) of Johnston
and Jason Benevides (Jennifer) of Tiverton; her
niece Julie Benevides; and her nephew Samuel Benevides. She is also survived by several aunts,
uncles, cousins, and friends.
In
lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation in Missy's memory to: Easter
Seals Massachusetts, 89 South St. Boston, MA 02111.
Friday, June 9 – OBITUARY
EverythingWesport wishes
to note the passing of Daniel R. Bellavance,
25, of Westport who passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at
home.
Born
in Fall River, son of David E. Bellavance and
Melissa A. Bellavance of Westport, he was a
lifelong resident of Westport. He was a graduate of Bristol County
Agricultural High School and Paul Smith's College. Daniel was a member of
the Pacific Union Congregational Church in Westport. He was a merchandiser
for Lowe's and also worked for Cook's Tree Service in Rehoboth.
Daniel
loved the outdoors and making his yard beautiful was his passion. Daniel
was a Boy Scout for many years, eventually attaining the rank of Eagle
Scout. His Eagle Scout project was completing the Noquochoke
Conservation Trail. Daniel had a kind, loving heart and always would be
there to help anyone in their time of need. Dan was very creative and
played a variety of instruments, including base guitar and drums.
He
was a loyal friend, son and brother who will be sorely missed by all who
loved him.
Including
his parents, he is survived by a sister: Hannah M. Bellavance
of CT; maternal grandparents: Laurence and Bernadette Palmer of Westport;
paternal grandmother: Dorothy Bellavance of
Westport; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He
was grandson of the late Robert E. Bellavance.
Funeral
to which relatives and friends are invited will be Tuesday, June 20, 2023
at the Potter Funeral Home at 10:00 A.M.
Calling
hours Monday 4-7 P.M.
Interment
in Beech Grove Cemetery, Westport.
In
lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Forever Paws Animal
Shelter in Fall River, MA.
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for past news articles.
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Oyster
Tastings at Westport Sea Farms All Summer Long
Enjoy an
oyster tasting at Westport Sea Farms at historic Westport Point. Purchase a
$12 voucher from WRWA for a
plate of delicious locally farmed oysters. The voucher is valid
Friday-Sundays from 12 noon to 9 p.m., June – August.
Voucher
entitles the bearer to a sampling of oysters from Westport Sea Farms, 2065
Main Road, Westport Point, MA during the summer of 2023. (774) 309-3056
Open Fri-Sun, 12– 9 p.m. Specializing
in serving the freshest raw oysters direct from farms in quaint, historic
Westport Point, and pairing with the best beer and wines from our area!
Open Fri-Sun, 12– 9 p.m. 774.309.3056
2065 Main Road, Westport, MA
Specializing
in serving the freshest raw oysters direct from farms in quaint, historic
Westport Point, and pairing with the best beer and wines from our area!
Purchase online from our shop: from
this link.
Have a
voucher mailed to you, or pick up at the River Center M-F 9-4 pm.
Historic curtain restored!
WESTPORT -
This much beloved piece of Westport and Westport Grange history was
restored in May!
A
celebration of it being rehung was on Tuesday evening
May 23rd.
Heads Up
Westporters!!
Monday, May 1 - On May 1, the Westport Board of Health
will begin issuing new Transfer Station stickers for the next fiscal
year. Everyone using the Transfer
Station is required to purchase a new sticker each year. Current stickers will expire on June 30,
2023.
The sticker fee is $50. For seniors 65 and older, the sticker fee
is $40. Additional stickers for
the same household may be purchased on the same day for $10 per
vehicle. Vehicle registrations are
required.
Stickers and punch cards can always be
purchased at the Transfer Station during normal operating hours by check or
money order (no cash).
The Board of Health office is located at
the Town Hall Annex, 856 Main Road.
Office hours are 8:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Closed on Wednesdays.
-
Westport Board of Health
Beyond
the Barways is a monthly newsletter from the Westport Land
Conservation Trust
Click here to read their June
2023 newsletter!
Click
here to visit their web page.
Click on image to read the newsletter
The
Tiverton Farmers Market will be moving outside to their new summer season
location at the Town Farm.
The Tiverton Farmers Market will be
moving outside to
their new summer season location at the Town Farm Recreation Area,
3588 Main Road, Tiverton on May 21st until October 22nd. They will be on
the southernmost part of the Town Farm on the grassy area. Our hours will
stay on Sundays from 10am to 1:30pm. Brand new parking area is available
behind the grassy lot. Watch for parking signs.
The TFM (Tiverton Farmers Market) is
turning three years old on June 25 and celebrating with the 3rd Annual
Strawberry Social on June 25th, 10am-2pm. Strawberry shortcake with whipped
cream will be available for purchase at the market. Come by for a
celebration of the season's strawberries and shop all the vendors'
strawberry specials. Event will be at the New Summer location at the
Tiverton Town Farm Recreational area at 3588 Main Road, Rt.77.
Visit their website at: www.tivertonfarmersmarket.com for more events, details and our weekly
Sunday Market vendor line-up.
Rise and
Shine Yoga*
Town Hall Annex Gym, 856 Main Road, Westport, MA 02790
Public - Anyone on or off Facebook.
No matter your age, weight, or fitness
level, yoga is sure to benefit you in positive ways. It allows you to let
go of stress, become more flexible, help with back or joint pain, and even
lose weight. Our class is perfect for beginners but we welcome all levels.
Please bring a water bottle and yoga mat. (We do have some yoga mats available on
site if you forget yours.)
Who: Teens/Adults (ages 13 & older)
Place: Town Hall Annex Gym, 856 Main Road., Westport, MA
Please Park in the back of the building
and enter through the back gym door.
Instructor: Liz Dunn
MARCH Dates: Saturdays, 4/4-4/25 (4 weeks)
Time: 9:00-10:00am
Fee: $40 resident/$45 non-resident
*
Pre-registration is required.
Minimum of 4 people need to be pre-registered to have the month's program
go.
Coming
Tuesday, July 11 to the Westport Town Hall Annex from 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Candida
Rose The Music of Cape Verde
Also check out: Beatrix Potter Lecture
By Betsy Bray
Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 1:00
p.m. in the Library. More details at
www.fowlwestportma.org
2023
South Coast Harvest Festival – Westport!
They are now accepting vendor
applications for the 2023 South Coast Harvest Festival. If you, or someone
you know are interested, feel free to get in touch with us. Please Tag your
friend, your business, or members of the community below.
Click
here for all
the information!
Westport
Historical Society seeks donations
Our heartfelt thanks to those of you who
have already donated! We wish that all of our supporters could share with
us what we witness first-hand of the Westport Community’s active
participation in our many and varied programs, e.g., young children
gleefully wielding magical wands and miniature
broomsticks and carefully preparing their
own protection spells at our Halloween event, or the outpouring of
community interest in the tireless efforts of our gravestone cleaning team
as they literally uncover the history of those
buried in Westport’s cemeteries, or
the joyful interactions at our gathering
of Westport’s Polish families.
Thank you, to you our supporters, for
making a year of so many such moments possible!
Click
here to
read current WHS Newsletter - Winter
2023 newsletter
Westport
Country Travelers announces 2023 Schedule
Veronica F Beaulieu, 646 Main Road,
Westport, MA 02790 508.636.4889
vfb0859@aol.com
2023 Schedule
In addition to Encore Casino trips
monthly, which reservations are needed, the following trips are planned:
Additional summer and fall trips to be
added BUT the following is sure to be a sell out! Never too early to
reserve.
December 4-6 Lancaster, PA featuring Sight and Sound
“Miracle of
Christmas” and
American Music Theater “The
First Noel”
3 days/2 nights
Call Veronica at 508.636.4889 for further
information or questions.
Schedule subject to changes and
modifications.
Talk to
trees at Handy House Heritage Trail
The trees of the forest can’t wait to
meet you. Make sure you stop along the trail so they can introduce
themselves!
Download your trail
brochure here!
Red Maple, Yellow Birch, Red Oak,
Sassafras, White Oak, Hickory, Eastern White Pine, and Tupelo or Black Gum!
Handy House, 202 Hix Bridge Road,
Westport
Read more with photos>>
Transfer
Station now accepting clothing!
WESTPORT - The Transfer Station
facility has two new Clothing/Textile Recycling Bins which benefit Big
Brothers Big Sisters.
Click HERE
for their website.
In addition to wearable items, you
can place items that are ripped or stained (must be clean) in these bins
along with items that are usable.
As of November 1, 2022, textiles are
banned from trash.
Clothing/Textile Recycling Bins are
not limited to clothing - bedding, curtains, towels, table cloths, etc. are
welcome!
Transfer
Station Hours!
Posted on: Monday, April 18, 2022
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Please note that the new hours the Transfer Station will be open to the
public:
Saturdays & Sundays: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 8:30 a.m. a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and holidays: Closed
Bulky Items and Construction/
Demolition Debris are Accepted
VSO will
be at the Council of Aging third Thursday of each month
We are very happy to announce that
the Westport Veterans Service Officer, Carol Freitas, will be at the
Westport Senior Center on the
third Thursday of each month from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Carol will be available to answer any
questions and address any veteran concerns.
508.636.1028
Wag Poetry Group - Twice Monthly
WAG Poets meet in
person in the gallery the second Monday and final Thursday of the month
from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. They continue to welcome new members. Free to all
who are interested! For more information, please contact info@westportartgroup.com or Sarah Bartlett
at sarbar66@gmail.com.
About Wag Poets
WAG Poets are
interested in furthering our craft as writers by meeting regularly to
receive/offer constructive feedback on our work. Twice monthly we meet in
the inspiring WAG gallery space with copies of a new poem, seeking specific
feedback on our work.
See the Painting
page for
details and to sign up!
The Westport Food Pantry now has a permanent home at the
Westport Grange on 931 Main Road.
Volunteers are on site Tuesday,
Wednesday, and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. – noon to receive food, gift
cards and monetary donations.
They also distribute food every Monday,
9:00 a.m. – noon. Recipients remain in their cars while their volunteers
place a grocery bag of basic items in the car trunk. All CDC protocols are
followed.
Checks can be made out to The Town of
Westport with Food Pantry written on the memo line. All monetary donations
go into a specific account for pantry use only.
The pantry was started by the town as an
emergency response to the chaos created by the COVID-19 pandemic
and Westporters have been extremely generous. To date they have been
able to distributed 28,000 lbs. of basic food and household items, all made
possible by town resident donations, and over 20,000 lbs. of produce provided
by a Farms to Family program of the USDA by way of the United Way of New
Bedford. Thank you everyone!
Stop by, say hello, see what we do. And
donate.
The Handy House
Heritage Trail is open!
The new trail offers opportunity for contemplation and discovery.
The Handy House Heritage Trail is
open! Take a walk in the woods and let the Westport Historical Society know
what you think!
The trail provides a link to multiple
themes of local heritage from the presence of Wampanoags to the changing
nature of the forest, and the impact of settlement on the land. The trail
traverses land forming part of the historic Handy House property which was
preserved with Community Preservation Act funding and contributions by many
individuals and businesses.
The trail was constructed by Jay Raposa II as part of an Eagle Scout project.
Interpretive signage is supported in part by The Westport Cultural Council
through a grant from the Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust administered by
Bank of America. Trail signage was designed by Ray Shaw.
Read more with photos>>
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