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Contents V O LU M E 5 I S S U E 5
8 Publisher’s Letter
12 F e at u r e d P h o t o g r a p h e r
James R. Robbins
• by Beth Perdue
22 china trader antiques

Charlie Brown, Marion, MA
• by Jay Alexander
12
34 B a l d w i n b r o t h e r s d e v e l o pm e n t
Marion, MA
• by Jay Alexander
38 carriage house inn

Chatham, MA
• by Nicole M. Bouchard 34
47 The Tides
Baggins Guest House, Fairhaven, MA 62
52 Barkhouse
Highland Craftsmen Bark Shingles
• by Anne Roland
22 38
58 HO M E M ARKET F EATURE
Village Charmer, Converse Co. Realtors,
Marion, MA
• by Nancy A. Bergquist
64 At l a n t i c S u b a r u
Bourne Car Dealership
• Michael J. Decicco
74 A House true to its time

Historic House in Seekonk, MA
• by Nicole M. Bouchard
86 g r e at i s t h y fa i t h f u l n e s s
First Congregational Church, Middleboro, MA
58
• by Nancy A. Bergquist
ON THE COVER
92 HA P P ENIN
Photograph, Red Boat, by James Robbins. See related story
95 R e s ta u r a n t R e v i e w o n p a g e 1 2 o f t h i s i s s u e a n d v i s i t w w w. l i g h t a n d s h a d o w s . c o m
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Capturing the Essence of New England
Light & Enlighten

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Sarah Hopfenspirger Everyone enjoys the first snowfall of the season, watching the
EDITOR
white flakes create a perfect blanketed landscape. However, by
S A Mooring February, the gray skies have gone on too long, the cold is starting
to seem unbearable and you have spent too many hours locked up
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
indoors. The desire to stay under the covers in one’s warm bed is
Beth Perdue,
Michael J. DeCicco, overwhelming, as is the tremendous desire to travel to south to
Jay Alexander warmer weather and sunnier skies. Welcome to cabin fever – the
Nancy A. Bergquist, disease that affects anyone who endures the cold months of winter
Nicole M. Bouchard,
in New England. Keep in mind that that spring follows winter.
Surviving Cabin Fever and those bitter, dreary days of winter
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This month we take you from Seekonk to Chatham, from
PHOTOGRAPHERS historic haunted houses to romantic getaways and give glimpses
of local businesses and individuals.
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in New England, it certainly has its share of antiques stores-and eclectic ones at that, but one step inside the
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Letting
in the Light
Photographs
reveal humanity’s
shared experience
T
Story by Beth Perdue
Exclusive to Coastal Life
ake a look at the photographs of James S. Robbins and

you’ll find it hard not to be drawn in. Warm and invit-
ing, the images give viewers glimpses into people and
places of other cultures, emphasizing the common themes shared
by all. It’s like peaking through an open window to see the every-
day intimacy of people’s lives.
That’s not surprising given the photographer’s own experience
of the creative process.
A former attorney who only began taking photographs around
age 50, Jim’s life opened in new ways when he began nurturing his
creative and intuitive side. Always a strong technological and ana-
lytical thinker, the decision to express himself in a new way trans-
formed his life.
“It was very revolutionary for me in a lot of ways,” he said. “It
was an opening for me that has been transformative — like a sec-
ond shot at life — that’s how important it’s been.”
Now 62, Jim balances both his careers, working to expand his
photographic repertoire while continuing to practice law. His gal-
lery of images include scenes from as far away as China, India and
Italy as well as shots from the Western U.S. and closer to his Car-
lisle, Mass.-home.
He is a member of the prestigious Copley Society and has had
numerous shows there. Locally, he has shown at Tiverton’s Gallery
4 where he recently wrapped up an exhibit of his images from Mo-
rocco.
Perhaps because his decision to become an artist was such a life-
changing move, Jim’s work seems to walk the edge of deep emotioal
caverns, inviting viewers to dive down with him into qualities like
compassion and peacefulness.
“I have this opportunity to open little windows. You see things
that are just wonderful moments in people’s lives; you see the hu-
manity in people no matter who they are,” he said.
Cormorant Fishing
ABOVE: Field Hand
LEFT: James Robbins
right: Devotion
“Most of my pictures with their hands touching.
have a kind of peace in The photo shows only the
them,” he continued. “It’s a men’s backs, as they walk
kind of quietness. And the away from the camera in
viewer’s not aware of the Eastern dress.
noisy context in which it’s Elderly, they carry canes
being made.” in their outer hands.
That’s because Jim’s com- The image grabs your
positions often highlight heart as you feel the two
relationship and beauty and men’s friendship, and catch
filter out visual noise. a glimpse of what led Jim
One example comes to chase after these men in
from his recent trip to Mo- order to capture the image.
rocco. An image from the “In a sense it warmed me
collection shows two older because we men are raised
men strolling side by side to sort of be more separate

or separated from other men,” Jim one woman told him, “You can see For him, the experience between
said about the photograph. “We can the soul of these people in these his photograph and the viewer is
join together around an activity; we images, or maybe I’m seeing your similar to a personal conversation.
can be a football team or a basketball soul.” It’s also the way he describes his own
team. We can go drinking…but we It’s a comment he found process for taking photographs,
don’t allow ourselves to show our insightful. one that is fluid and dynamic,
vulnerabilities.” “I think she’s spot on. I think you’re based on a deepening relationship
“And, here these two men had seeing both,” he said. with the subject.
finally lived enough to be able to “I believe minds speak to minds; “It’s the conversation that gets
walk down the street hand in hand. hearts speak to hearts and souls speak to recorded in the art work if it’s
It was very hopeful for me,” he souls,” he added. successful,” Jim said, adding, “You
added. At the same time, Jim stressed that he have to be open to the conversation
After seeing Jim’s recent work, doesn’t have a message for his audience. that you’re having with the world.”
Jim’s ability to embrace his He remembers thanking God
intuitive, creative side did not for a good life before adding in
happen easily. He was raised in an innocent, almost childlike,
a practical Jewish family in New tone, “Geez, there were some
York, and spent nearly 30 years things I wanted to do and now
LEFT: Tuscan Trees working as a lawyer and raising I’m not going to get to do them.”
TOP right: Golden Steps his two children. Minutes later, after he
LOWER right: Returning Home It took getting hit by a truck, regained consciousness, Jim
literally, to get the left-brained got up and continued to the
attorney behind a camera. courtroom where a wise judge
He remembers the event put off deliberations for the day.
clearly. He was on his way to But the attorney’s life changed
court, walking, he said, with his from there on.
mind elsewhere. “What a gift it was to me be-
“I had the classic, going cause what it said to me was,
toward the light, experience,” Jim, it’s really up to you. What
Jim said, “and I realize that I’m you will have in your life is what
talking with God.” you bring to it and ask for in
your life, what you apply yourself graduate at Colgate University.
to and work at, no more and no And, he said, “The last element
more less,” he said. “It’s not up to is gesture. A gesture can mean a lot
me, God. I put opportunities in of things; it doesn’t just mean how
front of you and you do what you somebody’s hand is raised. It’s an
need to do. I don’t control all that; element of energy. There is some-
you pick and choose.” thing that hooks you into this im-
What he decided he wanted to age and gets your attention.”
do was express his creative side. One of Jim’s Moroccan images
After choosing photography illustrates this concept well. It’s
as the medium, Jim spent sev- of a 116-year-old Moroccan man
eral years learning the technical who, he told Jim, has a combined
aspects of the camera, studying 73 children and grandchildren.
with photographers he admired Jim met the man in Marrakesh
and developing his vision. Slowing when he wandered beyond tourist
he began gaining confidence in borders and was invited to join in a
his work and showing his photo- conversation while enjoying bread
graphs outside his immediate cir- dipped in olive oil with mint tea.
cle of family and friends. “They let me join and we chat- ABOVE LEFT: Lariat
When he takes photos, he looks ted (with some) bad French, a ABOVE: Three Horses Running
for three things, he said. smattering of English and a smat-
Light, color and gesture. tering of Arabic,” he said. “It was a
Light, he said, is the real subject highlight of the trip for me.”
of every photograph. The photograph is a close-up
“You’re photographing light of the man’s face whose expres-
that’s bouncing off of things, sion has a joyous, almost won-
you’re not photographing things,” drous quality with his hand raised
he said. “It’s the light that makes in front of his face as if describing
the picture; it’s not the thing that something.
makes the picture.” "Look how alive he is,” Jim said,
Color has been a true love since adding that he sent the man a copy
he studied studio art as an under- of the photo.
“It was just a very, very nice moment where a guy tographer, Jim wrote, he intends to “photograph how
from one culture could get to sit with a guy from an- the ordinary reveals the extraordinary (and) to see the
other culture, share some stories, and talk as men do,” infinite openings in the world. “
he said. “That’s what this is for me. It’s just an utter joy,” he
Before his artistic pursuit Jim had never traveled said. “I just enjoy the process. I’ve gotten to travel so
beyond the East Coast; but, now he has been to India, many places and learn so much, all because of this
China, Mexico, Europe and more. He’s gotten to know gift.”
a 116-year-old Arab man, fought a bull in a Mexican
training ring, and watched Chinese fishermen send See more of Jim’s work at www.lightandshadows.com
trained cormorants into waters to catch fish for their
families.
“I feel like I inhabit my life more fully than I ever
did,” he said.
In a statement he wrote about his goals as a pho-
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China Trader
Antiques
By Jay Alexander
Photography by Charlie Brown
Exclusive to Coastal Life
I f there’s one thing about the southcoast that you won’t be able
to say about any many other regions in New England, it
certainly has its share of antiques stores-and eclectic ones
at that, but one step inside the diverse collection of all-
worldly antiques at the China Traders Antiques of Marion,
you’ll feel like you’ve traveled abroad-just without the jetlag.
Ten year antique dealer Charlie Brown has come a long way
from his days in system integration but the one thing he kept
from the career he retired from at age 52 is his love for Europe-
mostly China and Japan, and those rare antique items that he
finds there. After his retirement, Brown was looking for another
job, something that could be more of a hobby than a job, and he
soon found what he was looking for in something he had loved all
along: Chinese antiques.
Located in the heart of the Marion village-one of few left in the
STORY &
state that actually still works as a village with a post office, general
store, wine cellar and post office among other offerings-Brown opened
up his 2,000-square-foot showroom of Chinese Antiques more than
a decade ago, combining his efforts with three other antique dealers-
one from Harford, Conn., another from Marshfield and the last one, the
renowned Barn at 17 from Boston.
“My focus has always been Asian, mainly Chinese, while the other
dealers provide American, English, European,” said Brown, a Marion
EMT who has resided in the town for 18 years.

Just one look at his website, ChinaTraderAntiques.com,
filled with thousands of items from rare Chinese furniture,
Buddha’s, porcelain vases, rugs and more, it would seem
difficult for anyone to be able to settle on one item for too
long.
In addition to the antiques, Brown allows two local
artisans to sell their artwork in the store, one that favors
a contemporary marine approach in Mike Masur and the
other, a contemporary artist in Joan DeRugeris.
“Marion is a very special town and I love being in
the store. We have a very dedicated and loyal group of
customers, people you meet that you become long term
friends. Where else could you work in a place like this,
with classical music playing in the background,” said
Brown from his desk that faces Front Street. “I spent 28
years at my former job and this is my retirement job. Back
then, I was already twice as old as my contemporaries and
twice as old as my customers.”
Brown said it was the many business trips that he had to
take in his former career that fueled that Chinese Antique
passion, and if there’s one thing that hasn’t changed-it
might have even increased-is Brown’s travels to China.
“I’ve been gone from the company for about 10 years
and between that time, I’ve been to China at least 30 times,

each time bringing back a container with something for a person who has been to the
new items,” Brown said. Marion store that was perhaps looking for a
But when you think of the “container” he different color or design.
speaks of, he’s not talking about a box that As well as the internet does for his
you can pick up more than a container that business-just type in Chinese Garden Seats
fits snug on top of an 18-wheeler. and you’ll see Brown’s store featured third
In addition to the Marion store, Brown out of a total of 332 listings across the world,
also has a New Bedford warehouse located he admits that unlike other businesses, a
on Harbor Street, 12,000-square-feet of majority of antique sales can’t be done
space that can be seen by appointment only. using an eBay format.
He also keeps busy with antique shows in “Antiquing is a tactile business, generally
places like Greenwich, Conn. and displays of you have to touch and feel it, especially
his antiques in area stores like the Acushnet with the older items,” said Brown. “People
River Antiques and New Bedford Antiques. need to actually look at it, open the doors,
The Marion store is open 11 a.m. to before they make a decision. Even if people
4 p.m. daily and 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on come and look and don’t find exactly what
Sundays, Brown said he usually works they want here, chances are we may have
the Friday and Saturday shifts in Marion, what they want in New Bedford, and if not,
where the other dealers also take shifts, and I’ll find it.”
Brown spends some of his other time the While a typical age of an avid antique
New Bedford warehouse. Brown said the shopper may conjure up thoughts of an
warehouse is extremely beneficial when older woman, long-time retired, taking
it comes to securing new shipments-that hours to shop for that one perfect item,
come in 40 foot trailers from China three Brown said there are many different age
to four times each year, and in also finding groups these days looking to purchase rare
items. He said younger people generally “We actually started feeling it two pictures of China-food, residents,
come in to browse, looking for a particular years ago when the housing market began landscape, to go with the furniture,
item in mind, while the 35-50 crowd, often to fall. Although a vast majority of our vases and rugs. “I highly respect the
after giving away their furniture to the next customers are insulated from the harsh Chinese people. They are a hard-working,
generation, are looking to now replace it; economic turmoil, we are still feeling the intelligent group.”
the over 55 crowd is looking for collectible pinch,” said Brown. And to show that appreciation, Brown
items or items that need to replace other When asked when he’s ready for often gives any adopted Chinese child
ones they’ve had that have stayed in their another trip to China if he takes with him who comes through his doors a Buddhi
former home after they have downsized. certain customer requests or a wish list of Lion-Dog box to take home with them,
“There’s certainly something for items he’s looking for, Brown said both a symbol that provides its keeper with
everyone,” Brown said. are true. loyalty and strength.
With price tags ranging from small “I always go with a shopping list from Brown said that if he had to map
Buddha’s starting at $80 to furniture that people because often time they come to his sales territory, he would say China
may ring up at $3,000, Brown said despite the warehouse and don’t see the style or Traders encompasses from Cape Cod
the avid antique following, the poor color they want, I’ll go and find one,” said to Boston and Providence to Newport,
economy is affecting the antique business Brown, who, in addition to the items he though the internet has afforded him a
too, but he still keeps plugging along. is selling on his website, also includes longer reach then ever. It also helps that

half of the Marion residents have homes district contains three major antique subside, Brown was quick to say he’s
in many other parts of the country, which groups in addition to New England looking to do what he loves until he can’t
helps Brown to continue to diversify his Demolition. Someone can spend a full do it anymore.
customer base even more. day just going from site to site and it’s “Oh, I don’t see an end to this, though I
Although many people tend to frown on the largest collection of its kind in New may have to eventually get help lifting. Ten
the city of New Bedford and its negative England, even Boston.” years ago I started with just 1,000-square-
issues that get far more air time than its Brown said the Fast Ferry has been feet of space not knowing anyone in the
positive attributes, Brown said the city a big help in revitalizing the city and the business knowing only what I like,” said
has come a long way thanks to the current impending construction of a new hotel Brown, “and today, I have great customers
administration. downtown will only help to spark more and a consistent supplier that appreciates
“My warehouse is located near New attention. the repetitive business and always finds
England Demolition, and ten years ago, “We need to capture those customers, me good items. It’s been a great ten years
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StORY BY Jay Alex an der
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For those passing along Spring Street or Route 105 in Marion this past
year, the development of the Baldwin Brothers new commercial building
and preservation of the Freeman F. Gurney House near the Wave
Restaurant have been unmistakable; but it’s the strides on the owners,
architects and developers part-to impact the environment and town
around it as little as possible-that is the one true story to be told.

B aldwin Brothers, a
financial advisory firm
servicing customers
across the globe, was
formed 30 years ago out of a Marion Village
home by Michael and Howard Baldwin.
Outgrowing its home space, the brothers
moved their operation to New Bedford for
in motion a plan, using Smart Growth and
Traditional Neighborhood Development
principles. Grima said everything from site
layout, building orientation, construction
materials and practices, down to the creation
of cubicles, floors, carpeting and more, were
designed to be green and energy efficient.
“One big thing is the Baldwin Brothers are
profits with monetary and administrative
assistance; a second occupant, the Biological
Medicine Network, is one of MI’s closest
fledging non-profits.
Last lived in dating back to the 1970’s,
Grima said the shell of the building was
kept mostly intact, as well as the front doors,
but most of the inside had to be gutted and
a number of years before settling in at an firm believers in being green and enabling, completely renovated.
8,900-square-foot section of the Lockheed sustainability, with the new word being Green techniques used in the renovation
Martin complex off of Route 6 in Marion, restoration. It’s no longer just acceptable to of the Gurney House include the salvaging of
where they stayed for a decade. In 2007, sustain but to restore,” said Grima, a member removed materials to reuse; use of material
Lockheed Martin announced plans that of the Sippican Historical Society. made from renewable resources, much of
they were expanding their operation and And there is no greater example of that which was recycled products; sealing of all air
would be in need of the Baldwin Brothers restoration motto then what’s become of the gaps with high density insulation and double
space to carry out those expansion plans. Gurney House. paned windows to protect heating and
Baldwin Brothers Development Completely run down by the time the cooling losses; low-water efficient plumbing
Consultant Steve Grima said the company Baldwin Brothers purchased the land, fixtures. The building, which employs a total
never had any intentions of moving out of the Gurney House, built in 1875, and of 6 full-time associates, includes 7 offices,
Marion, but finding an 8,700 square foot recognized by the Massachusetts Historical 2 cubicles, 2 restrooms, a full kitchen and
building available in the town was another Commission as the best surviving example conference room and a full basement.
story entirely. And they couldn’t. of historic Marion, was fully restored and The new building, just behind the Gurney
With no other options available, Baldwin renovated into office space over the last year. House, measures 8,750-square-feet in
Brothers purchased nearly an acre of land off The main occupant is the Marion Institute, a addition to a 3,300-square-foot basement,
Spring Street, formulating a design team of non-profit branch of the Baldwin Brothers, was built as two rectangle buildings, in the
architects, consultants and engineers, setting who supports smaller business and non- shape of an L, connected by a windowed

was here the night before until 8 p.m. (the
temperature outside was 25 degrees) and
the thermostat inside the building was at 70
degrees.”
And who can argue with the stats. Last
months heating bill was $250 for the entire
11,000-sqaure foot building, something
Grima said compared to his humble
1,800-square-foot homes heating bill.
The building’s interior carpet is recycled
carpeting squares while the floors in the
restroom and janitors closet are all recycled
content. Bamboo, a renewable natural
material, used for the breezeway floor, was
also built into each cabinet. A combination
of FSC-rated ash plywood, reclaimed as
boards and FSC rated fiber board were
used to create work surfaces, wall caps and
countertops in the building.
The building’s exterior is comprised of
natural raw and recycled materials including
wood pulp, sand, water and cement. Grima
said a public park, located in between the
Gurney House and the new building, will
be in place by spring that will encourage
residents to come and sit down and enjoy
the beauty of the area.
“Our concept here isn’t just to stamp down a
building, we wanted something that actually
fit into the town and the surrounding area,
with an eye on the future with 4 additional
acres in back of us that are available,” said
Grima. “As part of Marion 2015 master plan,
this area is one of three streets that is the
center of the community, but nothing much
has happened to that concept. We hope these
buildings will help to fit into the existing
fabric of the town.”
The new building contains a total of 11
offices, 9 cubicles, 4 restrooms, 1 shower
room, a full kitchen, and conference and
copy rooms and a full gym.
breezeway. windows located just above the building The intention of the design plans was
Of the nearly one acre of land, Grima said allows the warm air to exit the building. to design a new building that will work
only 15 percent of that land is covered by Interior lighting, when it’s needed, is used by harmoniously with the pre-existing Gurney
impervious surfaces. Storm water is retained T-5 low energy fluorescent strip fixtures while House and the neighborhood around it,
and managed on site. The south and east the main lighting is computer controlled and Grima said. The goal was a “campus-like
sides of the building face a garden courtyard programmable. setting”, where the two buildings would
overlooks part of Spring Street and acres “We have a monitor on the top of the work together to create not only interesting
of trees behind it with large windows that building that captures sunlight and brings it outdoor space such as the interior garden
allow natural sunlight to infiltrate the offices, to the rest of the building so even the middle courtyard much like you would find at a
introducing natural light into the center portions get heat, and the overall affect is typical campus.
of the building. Operating windows on we use less heating and cooling in their In keeping with the sustainability model,
both sides allow for natural cross breezes appropriate time of year,” said Grima. “After Grima said all of his employees come from
for passive cooling while operating monitor 5 p.m., our controls are set to 58 degrees. I local towns and all patron local businesses

like the Sippican Café, Uncle Jon’s Coffee and others. As part of
the construction, Baldwin Brothers has allowed twenty feet of
space along the left portion of the building in order to allow the
continuation of the Marion Bike path.
In addition to a workplace that takes advantage of natural
resources, the building also caters to its 24 employees health in
other ways, with a nautilus workout area, full kitchen for healthy
cooking, two massage rooms and a shower and changing facility
“for those that may want to bike to work” Grima said.
Should we even ask about the retention rate of their
employees?
“Most have been with us a very long time,” Grima said.
He said he hopes the construction of their new building and
renovation of the Gurney House will persuade others to do the
same and convince the town to take the bulls by the horns and
control its own destiny, identifying the importance of tax dollars
being created in each project. Development doesn’t have to be
all bad, Grima said, if done smartly.
“These buildings are an example of what’s possible; recognizing
the need for development that even the hardest nose person
would take a liking to. This town may be struggling but most
towns are struggling across the state and its time to find a
solution,” said Grima. “What else could happen here, a Dunkin
Donuts, a 40B development? The 2015 Master Plan contained
59 action items that needed to happen and few have. Projects
like this afford us the opportunity to grow the way we want to,
to have control over our own fate.”

STORY BY Nicole M. Bou
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training and development) working with establishments such as the Hard Rock Café and Ritz Carlton Hotels.
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guests. Originally having owned a bed and breakfast in Kittery, Maine, they were no strangers to the pleasures
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décor since, the Inn provides luxuriant accommodations with practical items such as Cable TV, DVD players,
new flat-screen TV’s in select rooms and chic style. “We’re modernizing things. I call it the de-doily project.
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her voice. Fond of traveling, Paula and Tim try to incorporate their cultural experiences into the Inn. “France,
for example, is what I’d describe as a five-sense experience. Lavender sprays were placed in the rooms and
French cuisine and décor are sometimes incorporated. In Italy, we had the opportunity to take lessons at the
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Tim loved. Italians often eat small breakfasts, so we know to offer this option to our Italian guests. After having
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H O M E M A R K E T F E AT U R E
•
• Marion, Massachusetts
Village Charmer •
BY NA NCY A. B E RG Q UIST
Photographed by Tyra Pacheco
M arion was first settled in

1679 as Sippican Village,
a district of Rochester,
hero, Francis Marion. He was a famous
general nicknamed the “Swamp Fox” by
the British for his elusive tactics.
With antique appeal
Massachusetts. It was renowned for its Forty-three years later, in 1895, a
many local sea captains and sailors who delightful home was built on 36 South
resided there, as well as for shipbuilding Street in the heart of Marion Village. outside and a bright, airy
operations along its picturesque harbor.
As time went on, Sippican progressively
For more than a century, it has stood
the test of time, receiving many loving
and open floor plan just
developed its own interests and structural upgrades along the way. over the threshold, this
economies different from neighboring The most recent being about six years
villages and decided to seek its ago when the home’s previous owners fabulous Marion home
independence. It formed a committee had it completely renovated inside.
which petitioned lawmakers in Boston Its present owners, one of whom is an captures the essence of
for incorporation as its own town. On accomplished interior designer, have
May 14, 1852, its request was finally added their own thoughtful sense of quaint coastal living.
granted and the seaside town was named style, making it a precious gem among
Marion in honor of Revolutionary War the sea of homes on the market today.

It has all the charm of an antique neighborhood. The easily manageable the day and to enjoy evening cocktails
on the outside and the most-wanted 0.12 acre lot is nicely landscaped. and conversation as the sun sets on the
amenities of a modern home just over In warmer months, lush perennial scenic coastal community.
the threshold. plantings burst with color, including The home is in a prime residential
On a quiet, one-way street just a beautiful rhododendron bushes along location. Marion Village is just one
block away from the village center, the red brick walkway that leads you to hour from Boston, Provincetown
the home welcomes you with its the backyard. Extravagant blooms of and Newport, Rhode Island and less
traditional white picket fence, New hydrangeas in hues of pinks, blues and than 30 minutes to Cape Cod and
England wood-shingle siding and purples add to the beauty. Because the Providence, Rhode Island. According
classic white shutters. Outdoor wall hardy shrubs can tolerate both wind to real estate agent, Margot Kalkanis,
lanterns, reminiscent of eras past, and salt, they are an ideal choice for the from Converse Company Realtors,
are there to light your way. White seaside residence. There is a good-size the location is ideal because it’s within
window boxes accent newly installed storage shed out back, great for housing walking distance to so many of the
Andersen windows and anxiously await bicycles, beach chairs and gardening town’s great establishments. There’s the
new spring plantings. The generous tools. The private bluestone patio is general store, post office, music hall, art
driveway can accommodate two cars, the perfect place to have your morning center, book store, gift shops, antique
a definite plus in such a historic coffee and newspaper at the start of shops and many churches. You’re less

than a half mile from Silver Shell sky lights and ceiling fans have been
town beach and the big bandstand tastefully placed throughout the
along the town wharf, where summer rooms. Everything has been carefully
concerts and other fun activities are chosen to scale. So much so that
regularly held. The Beverly Yacht according to Margot, the owners
Club, Sippican Tennis Club, Tabor would consider selling some of the
Academy and Bicentennial Park are fine furnishings if a prospective
also nearby. The home would make buyer was interested in purchasing
a fabulous year-round residence or them along with the home.
peaceful vacation retreat. One can A curved, luxurious granite-
relax, go to the beach, play tennis topped island serves as the hub of
or take their boat out on Sippican the kitchen and offers the resident
Harbor without the worry or hassle cook plenty of prep space. It houses
that often goes with owning an older a large deep Blanco undermount
home. And because of the smaller- sink accented with distinctive
On a quiet, one-way size lot, there’s no need to devout fixtures. The island is designed to
your valuable free time to yard work. accommodate four seating spaces,
street just a block away The 2,132-square ft. home great for casual family meals or
has a bright, airy and open floor for extra guests. Local interior
from the village center, the plan which has inspired its designer Peter Mathieu, who owns
home welcomes you with present owners to use a consistent, Kitchen by Design in Fairhaven,
unifying palette for both the walls designed the gourmet kitchen which
its traditional white picket and furnishings. There’s a nice is comprised of top-of-the-line
continuity of color throughout the appliances. The built-in Sub-Zero
fence, New England wood- home. The simple, yet sophisticated refrigerator seamlessly blends in
shades create a smooth transition with the home’s quality custom
shingle siding and classic from room to room. Clean, crisp cabinetry. Storage space abounds
white beadboard dresses several of starting with a sizeable hidden
white shutters. the walls. Underfoot is wide pine pantry big enough to hold several
flooring which anchors the home by weeks’ worth of groceries. There’s
adding warmth and natural beauty. also a built-in Miele dishwasher,
Contemporary recessed lighting, ice maker and microwave. A Viking

range and hood offer the professional performance of a interestingly sits a white panel door. Behind it is an opening
commercial stove right in your very own home. On either to one of the upstairs bedrooms. The door is needed along
side of it are counters topped with the same granite used with a pulley to help transport hefty furniture up to the
on the island. Behind, is a generous backsplash faced with second floor due to the home’s old-fashioned, narrower
a complementary earth tone tile. A charming chandelier staircase. It certainly makes for a great conversation piece
accented with candelabra shades hangs in the eat-in kitchen among guests.
area while a trio of six-over-six, double-hung windows ushers Just off the kitchen is the formal dining area, which
in the morning sun. Nearby, a single French door opens to an boasts some of the best original architectural features of the
inviting screened-in porch, a relaxing spot to sip lemonade historic home. Wooden ceiling beams, antique oak floors,
on a lazy summer day and enjoy the cool ocean breezes. Also built-in bookshelves, handy storage nooks and a wood
conveniently located off the kitchen, is a tiled half-bath burning fireplace all add vintage touches to the comfortable
with an elegant pedestal sink and a tiled laundry room with room. Dinner parties are especially cozy when the fireplace
a Maytag high-efficiency front load washer and dryer. Next is set ablaze on chilly New England nights. Although the
door, the utility room provides additional storage space. The room is presently used for formal dining, in the past it has
kitchen’s carefully constructed layout provides an excellent served as a living room as well. It could also be quite easily
traffic flow to accommodate get-togethers of virtually any transformed into a home office or study. The versatile room
size. Merged with the living room, it’s a gathering space ideal allows access to the outside via the front door entrance and
for entertaining family and friends. to the screened-in porch via another single French door.
The expansive, sunken-in living room is flooded with From the dining room you can take the winding staircase
natural light thanks to a soaring ceiling, skylights and a wall up to the second floor which leads to a small hallway, two
of three, eight-over-eight double-hung windows. Across the lovely bedrooms and a full bath. The upstairs bedrooms
way, a majestic Palladian window contributes its own share are situated in the front of the home which provides plenty
of light. The large wood burning fireplace adds warmth, of privacy from the rest of it, something that’s especially
ambience and elegance. It immediately draws your attention nice for overnight guests. Both bedrooms are a good size
to the center of the great room. High above on one wall and feature luxurious wall-to-wall carpeting and plenty of
closet space. The tiled bath features a Jacuzzi tub with
massaging jets, evoking a soothing, spa-like setting. It’s
simply the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long HOME OVERVIEW
day. You’ll find more handy storage nooks and a roomy
linen closet, too. A special attic fan in the hallway Address: 36 South Street
helps to keep the upstairs comfortably cool during the Contact: Margot Kalkanis
summer months. Agency: Converse Company Realtors
Tucked away at the back of the house on the first Telephone: 508-748-0200
floor, the sophisticated master suite serves as a tranquil
Bedrooms: 3
haven. The spacious bedroom has a lofty ceiling and like
Bathrooms: 2.5
much of the rest of the home, has a wealth of natural light
due to its many windows. Rich wall-to-wall carpeting Year Built: 1895
is underfoot, and generous his and her closets provide Living Area: 2,132
ample storage space. Recessed lighting is there when you Land Size: .13 acre lot
need it, and a ceiling fan adds the finishing touch to a Price: $885,000
room that’s simple, yet utterly refined. The adjoining
tiled master bath features a space-saving, glass-enclosed
Description: Great location in the center of Marion.
stand-up shower with a premier multi-spray showerhead.
Warm recessed lighting illuminates the skillfully crafted, Completely renovated just 5 years ago, this home now
stone-countertop vanity with large double sinks and boasts an open floor plan with a bright living room with
numerous drawers. The room has virtually everything fireplace and skylights, formal dining room with fireplace,
you need to get going in the morning. and gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances and
This village charmer is in pristine move-in condition. granite counter-tops. First floor Master Suite offers priva-
If you’re lucky enough to get the house keys in hand, you
cy as it is separate from the 2 additional bedrooms and
can simply unlock the door, unpack your things and make
1 ½ baths. Screened-in porch, laundry room and patio.
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with the same multi-group auto dealer
franchise until finding the franchise
opportunity in Buzzards Bay seven
years ago.
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feature, and we will find that vehicle
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A H o m e
e
Tr u e to its T i m

Past, Present and Future Mingle with Spirits and
Spirited Festivity in a Classic Colonial
T
By Nicole M. Bouchard
EXCLUSVIE TO HOMEGALLERY
he first question I had written down to begin the interview was an unu-
sual one, centered on the philosophy that a house chooses its owners.
Rather than asking why William Adams and Robert Gaudette searched
out their eighteenth century home, I had it in mind to ask why the house had
searched for them; nonetheless, I was unprepared to receive the perfectly fitting
answer.
Featured on HGTV (If Walls Could Talk) and ABC 6, the beautiful home built
by Peter Hunt in 1740 which has had many incarnations over the centuries, keeps
its history close; whether through the efforts of its current owners, or through the
previous residents who after centuries, have chosen not to leave. Footsteps of an
eighty-four year old woman who passed away in the house go up the stairs yet never
come down… A little boy clad in knickers and a pin stripe jacket, holding a croquet
ball, smiles and vanishes… On a spring morning, white smoke draws forth a horse
and carriage- the passengers say “good evening and thank you”, though they never
appear. A family dines in what is now the bedroom before disappearing. A dog toy
lifts off the floor, seemingly of its own volition, to be tossed towards the current house
owners’ affectionate spaniel, Ginger. Non-believers and guests with no knowledge
Left: Elias This Page: Rahab

of the stories accompanying the
house, often change their views after
well-natured ghostly experiences
they couldn’t dream of rationalizing.
Adams, open to the possibilities of
the paranormal, did not anticipate
his deep connection to the property.
When researching the deed, looking
over materials having to do with the
property, he saw a familiar name that
had been penned two hundred years
ago. It was his own.
Adams and Gaudette had
become familiar with the edifice
when they visited it while it was
still an antique shop (Hearthstone
House Antiques) owned by the
Wood family. It had previously
been an apartment complex and
prior to that, it was a restaurant in
the early 1900’s, owned by a woman
named, Bell Pepper- the original
menus still remain. Though it was
roughly a six month long struggle,
all converged so that Adams and
Gaudette became the proud new
owners of the property in November
of 2005. Adams who attended RISD,
Johnson and Wales, and underwent
training to be a professional florist,
walked through the largely white and
sparse interiors of the house before
it became his, and saw the rooms
exactly as they are now- with elegant,
Early American colonial accuracy. In
a book entitled, The New Decorating
Book, put out by Better Homes and
Gardens®, there is a beginning quote
that states, “Because it’s your home,
it naturally reflects your personality,
interests, and outlook on life. But
it takes a strong vision…to pull all
those elements together.” Adams’
vision was certainly strong to pull
together whole rooms in his mind
with literally, the blink of an eye.
Formerly a fan of contemporary
design, he began his quest to the past
by accommodating the placement
of a grandfather clock in his former
home which Gaudette preferred. young woman, she went to the high-heeled boots mind you),
Adams then began to re-imagine restaurant with a date and fell there is a warm, embracing
the space to match the clock in love with the man who took quality that makes one feel secure
and subsequently developed an their drink orders. This woman and welcome in the house- this
interest in colonial décor. He attended one of the lavish parties energy matches the wonderful,
and Gaudette had to eventually thrown by the current owners gracious personalities that the
place their large collection of and cried when she realized that owners, Adams and Gaudette
antiques and furniture in storage. she was sat a table in the location possess. Their superb holiday
The pieces were waiting to be that she had first met her festivities spark imagination in
placed within the proper canvas. husband, so many years before. the guests; one such event was
And so the Seekonk property A room Adams furnished a Polar Express themed party
beckoned. with wallpaper featuring where invitations held a golden
The house’s mysteries patriotic themes and soldiers, ticket- only those with golden
continued to reveal themselves was later found out to be the tickets could ride the horse-
as stories came forth about the former bedroom of a Civil War drawn carriage to the front door
different roles the property soldier. An imperfect window where a bell was rung and their
played in the surrounding in the dining room echoes the names formally announced.
community. A seven year old philosophy that one imperfect Everything from Halloween
girl used to watch as fancy window shall keep away negative bashes to weddings have been
cars frequented the building spirits. Hidden doors and a held in the house and attended to
in its restaurant incarnation. set of narrow winding stairs with brilliant whimsical design.
She vowed that she would add depth, yet even though I Each room is labor of love-
one day go there as well. As a adventured into the old attic (in all sixteen of them. Top of the
line appliances are hidden and the humorous mishap on and breakfast. The possibility of
in what appears to be a true their numerous travels around the renting out the spacious, attractive
colonial kitchen. Gaudette, world. Once lost in Venice, she only barn and organizing special events
whose immediate family thoughtfully regrets not having been also looms on the horizon. Yet
members are well-versed in lost with the handsome gondolier. as I look out of the attic window,
carpentry, plumbing, and With a kind helping of watching the last line of orange
electrical work, made the creativity mixed with a true zeal sunset yield to gray, I understand
innovative sink feature of a for life, Gaudette and Adams look the calm serenity of appreciating the
water pump on the kitchen sink toward a bright future. They may present while standing in the charm
which is like a shower-head in consider turning the large barn into of the past.
function. Together, Adams and Lucy’s Country Craft Store, while
Gaudette paired their skills to also establishing the house as a bed
both preserve and redefine the
property to its original integrity.
Floors were stripped and
redone, caulking was needed to
replace the newspaper beneath
the floor boards, the kitchen
incorporated inspired colonial
design with fresh cherry reds
and pressed tin framed by
wooden cabinet doors, and
the plumbing was refurbished
as well. Oil paintings hung
on the lower level both reveal
and entreat secrets. Wallpaper
was chosen and put up in a
month. Adams recalls sitting
on the solarium floor with
wallpaper books alongside his
aunt. She said that she would A PET GROOMER WITH
never see the house done in VETERINARIANS ON STAFF?
her lifetime. Yet certainly, it
was. Fireplaces were painted
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Too much color in the room, Marion Animal Hospital offers full service pet health care that
includes the bathing and grooming of dogs and cats. The Vet
Adams felt, would blind the offers a state-of-the-art grooming facility. Professional all-breed
observer’s eyes, marring the grooming features bathing equipment and all natural
exquisite detail. He fondly shampoos. Medicated shampoos are also available for
special needs. Fluff drying and hand scissoring are
credits his mother, Lucy, for both standard procedures. In addition to specialized
the origins of his passion and care of skin and coat, each pet is gently examined for often hard
talent for the aesthetic. Along to find growths, skin problems, ear infections, or eye irritations. Should
groomers note possible health care problems our friendly professionals
for the adventure with Adams are standing by to answer your
and Gaudette is a close friend questions and offer suggestions MARION ANIMAL
of Lucy’s, Beverly Cusati. Her
great capacity for conversation,
on the care your pet needs.
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allows her to be a standing www.marionanimalhospital.com Marion, MA 02738
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encounters both the incredible

FAIRHAVEN
8 Lafayette Street
The plaque on this elegant Federal style home states that this was originally
the Salathial Eldridge House built ca 1763. The most recent addition, in
2001, provides room for the state of the art eat-in kitchen with granite
counters and built-ins plus a modern second floor bathroom with Jacuzzi tub,
shower and separate laundry area. Four period fireplaces feature the
original mantels, moldings and tile surrounds while the floors and windows
throughout have been meticulously restored and maintained. Other recent
upgrades include the 200 amp electrical service plus a new roof and
furnace. The double lot offers plenty of room for the 1-car garage and
attached cabana which overlooks the garden. Proudly offered at $479,000.
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“Great is Thy faithfulness”
BY NA NCY A. B E RG Q UIST
Photography by Anne Rolan d
First Congregational Church of Middleborough has been a faithful witness to
history and the Gospel for over three hundred years. Once deemed “The most
beautiful church in New England” by Daniel Webster, its present day 1828
meetinghouse has been lovingly renovated/restored.
W
hen you first come upon hundred eighty-one year old landmark Ionic order columns create the majestic
it you can’t help but be has received a lovingly and well-deserved portico that shelters two new sets of 12-foot
struck by its beauty. renovation/restoration. Neil Kidney, owner Spanish red cedar doors. Ten new grand
With its ancient Greek of Alpha Construction of Rochester, had the Palladian windows, each with one hundred
Ionic architecture and impressive scale for important job of overseeing the immense nineteen intricate panes of glass, allow
its day, First Congregational Church of project. The results simply speak for ample light into the expansive sanctuary
Middleborough is considered by historians themselves. inside. The term "Palladian" comes from
to be one of the most magnificent and Beautifully situated at the town’s historic Andrea Palladio, an Italian Renaissance
picturesque New England churches. In 1827, green, First Congregational Church proudly architect whose work inspired some of the
four acres of land were purchased for what is stands 60-feet wide, 85-feet long and 130-feet most famous buildings in Europe and the
now the site of the stately meetinghouse and tall to the tip of the golden vane that glistens in United States. Modeled after classical Greek
common. Built in 1828 at a cost of $12,000 the sunlight as it sits upon the towering spire and Roman forms, Palladio's buildings often
to $13,000, it is the fourth edifice of what reaching towards Heaven. Just below, the featured arched openings. The original
is known as the “Church at the Green.” Its large bell tower shelters the original church clapboard siding of the church has been given
designer, Deacon James Sproat, joined the bell, still in excellent working condition a fresh coat of traditional white paint. Less
church in 1816 and was one of the foremost today. In earlier times, the tolling of the bell noticeable safety and structural upgrades
architects of his day. The meetinghouse was not only used to tell faithful parishioners have also been carefully made.
was dedicated in 1829 with the dedicatory to gather for worship but served as a general Today, the exterior of the church is
sermon preached by Rev. Lyman Beecher, alarm to alert townsfolk of emergencies. nearly identical to what it looked like upon
father of Henry Ward Beecher and Harriet Today, children of the church are often given its initial construction. Imagine stables on
Beecher Stowe. After seeing it, the great the welcome job of ringing the bell before either side, the dense woods behind it less
American statesman, Daniel Webster, and after Sunday worship service. developed and you’re there…back in the
called it “The most beautiful church in New A massive pediment, the low-pitched days when horse-drawn carriages lined the
England.” Over the past two years, the one triangular gable on the front, and six fluted green on early Sunday mornings. Behind

it stood the vestry, later named Cummings the headstone for posterity. For many years of Jesus Christ as it has been historically
Chapel, built in 1829. It was often used for it had been deteriorating in the Nemasket understood by our forefathers, and they
special services and still stands today. The Hill Cemetery on Plymouth Street from probably consider our failure to follow a
church parsonage was erected in 1832, the harshness of New England winters. The defect. But I consider what we have received
and just nearby on the lower green was the congregation chose to care for the headstone a treasure to be passed on from generation
famous Sproat Tavern, the only inn located and it was replaced with a new one. For to generation. As such, I am a steward of
in that area of Middleborough at the time. centuries, First Congregational Church has something wonderful.”
For more than two hundred years, it offered honored the life of its first minister, most As you cross into the sanctuary the
hospitality to travelers and townsfolk alike. recently with the opening of Samuel Fuller sheer expansiveness of it is breathtaking.
By law, innkeepers were required to clear School in September 2008. Affiliated with the The lofty ceiling stands 30-feet high at
the tavern during church services. The church, the school offers classical Christian its center. Period-style lighting has been
men of the church often gathered there education for grades K-3. Classes are held in installed replacing the antique oil lamps
after Sunday morning worship. The tavern the Christian Education Building next to the that once lit up the meetinghouse. The
was taken down in 1898 and the stables meetinghouse. lamps were originally fueled by oil or
removed in the late 1940s. Across the road In the corner of the vestibule sits an kerosene until being electrified in 1954.
was the First Parish Cemetery where seven upright or what is often referred to as a They went on to serve as lighting for the
ministers from the church were laid to rest. “Dickens” desk circa 1850. It was used by church until they were replaced as part of
It was the original churchyard for nearly two Rev. Israel Putnam, minister of the church the major renovation. Today, charming
hundred years, and to the right of it was the from 1835-1865. A large tercentennial quilt, candle wall sconces and four exquisite,
training green for the local militia during the designed by Patricia Semrau Holloway and pewter chandeliers hanging 13 feet from
Revolutionary War. hand stitched by various women in the the ceiling give off a warm peaceful glow.
Just inside the church doors is the church in 1994, is prominently hanging in a The sanctuary’s extraordinary trompe-
spacious vestibule. Nearby, encased in a glass glass wooden case built by Elder George M. l’oeil interior, featuring striking Greek-
case, is the original headstone of Rev. Samuel Soule. Photographs of the church’s pastors style columns around the room and an
Fuller (1627-1695), the first minister of the are on display as well. The church has had just elaborate medallion high above, has been
church. Its age-old inscription says “Here twenty-four ministers over its remarkable superbly restored. The artwork was done
lyes buried ye body of ye Rev. Mr. Samuel history including its present, Pastor Peter by David Bennett and Associates from
Fuller who departed this life August ye 17th Murdy. A 1988 graduate of Gordon-Conwell Boston. Trompe-l'œil, from the French
1695 in ye 71st year of his age, he was the Seminary College, he has been at the pulpit word meaning “to fool the eye,” is a style
1st minister of ye 1st Church of Christ in of First Congregational since 1999. When of painting involving extremely detailed
Middleboro.” At the church’s two hundredth asked how he feels about being the pastor of imagery in order to create the optical
anniversary celebration, one of Rev. Fuller’s a church with such a rich history he replied, illusion of three-dimensional objects. The
descendants, the Honorary William E. “It really is quite an honor. Most churches columns are so lifelike, you’re tempted to
Fuller, requested that the church preserve our age have veered away from the Gospel try to wrap your arms around one.
An elevated mahogany pulpit stands of God stating “Great is Thy faithfulness.” Luke Short, a well-known farmer in the day,
front and center. It is graced with a Christian Seeing those words from the famous hymn worshipped there and joined the church
cross, altar candles and flowers. Two written by Thomas O. Chisholm (1866-1960) when he was over one hundred years old. He
Palladian windows, one on either side of seems quite befitting, considering for three lived to be one hundred sixteen. Short was
the altar, showcase antique wooden shutters hundred fifteen years First Congregational present at the beheading of King Charles
once used for protection from the elements Church has been a faithful witness to the the First in 1649, and he had seen Oliver
as well as enemies. There are a total of one Gospel. Cromwell.
hundred ten, newly painted wooden box From the vestibule you can take the The third meetinghouse was built in
pews in the church. Seating capacity is about winding staircase up to the balcony. There 1745 and stood about one hundred fifty
four hundred, not including the gallery or you’re met with a panoramic view of the yards east of the present building. Judge
balcony seating which could originally sanctuary below, along with the church’s Peter Oliver, the last Chief Justice under the
accommodate another fifty. In colonial impressive 1887 Hamill tracker pipe organ. British King and second only in importance
New England, it was quite common for a The instrument’s builder, Samuel S. Hamill to Governor of the Colony, worshipped
meetinghouse to have box pews in which was apprenticed to several prominent organ there. Others included Lieut. Gov. Andrew
families would sit together during worship builders before opening his own business Oliver, Gov. James Bowdoin and Rev.
service. Early churches were not heated so in Cambridge, Massachusetts around Thomas Prince. Visitors and speakers also
the walls of the box pews would minimize 1861. There he worked for over thirty included Sir William Temple and Founding
drafts, thus keeping its occupants warmer. years, during which time he constructed at Father, Benjamin Franklin. In 1746 the great
Foot stoves, small square tin boxes filled least forty-five organs, most of which were revivalist, George Whitefield, preached a
with hot coals, were also often brought to located in the northeast United States. It’s powerful sermon in the meetinghouse. It
church by parishioners to help ward off the a focal point within the sanctuary with its is said the church was so crowded that he
icy chill. Steam heat wasn’t added in the splendid sound and ornately decorated had to climb a ladder and enter through a
meetinghouse until 1878. Each box pew in pipes. It was pumped solely by hand until window behind the pulpit just to get in.
First Congregational Church has a lockable 1950, when members of the Putnam Sewing Rich in history and Christian faith, First
door and is adorned with a numbered pew Circle had an electric motor installed. Until Congregational Church of Middleborough
marker plate. Private pews in earlier days now it has required very little repair. The remains committed to the authority of
gave rise to the practice of numbering them Board of Trustees recently signed a contract Scripture and to the exaltation of Jesus
for easy record keeping. A wooden drawer with Lemieux & Associates Pipe Organ Christ as Lord and Savior. Its vision is to
is also fixed to each box pew. It once served Company, Ltd. to renovate it and work began be a people “Covenanting in Christ to
as the perfect spot to safe keep the family this past September. In the meantime, highly Disciple Our Families and the World.” The
Bible and hymnal. Today, on any given accomplished Music Director, Elizabeth church has a traditional worship service
Sunday, approximately one hundred twenty Reilly, plays the church’s 1920 Baldwin grand focusing on the preaching of the Word of
parishioners, young and old, gather together piano during worship services. God and sings classical hymns and psalms
to share in their Christian faith just as the According to well-versed church with a blend of newer hymns and songs.
devout generations did before them. In fact, historian, James MacDonald III, the It is a member of both the Conservative
there are those within the congregation that organizers of First Congregational Church Congregational Christian Conference and
can trace back their lineage for centuries. were the sons of the Pilgrim Fathers, nine the National Association of Congregational
At the rear of the sanctuary is a small of whom were transferred from the parent Christian Churches. In September 2008, an
historical exhibit added at the church's two Church at Plymouth. Eight were original open house was held for the community
hundred and seventy-fifth anniversary in members of the Twenty-Six Men’s Purchase, to present the renovation/restoration and
1969. It’s like a miniature museum. There the first purchase of land from the Native share the church’s many ministries and
are original wooden footstools stamped with Americans, and all lived in Middleborough outreach programs. In the eloquent words
the name and pew number of parishioners at the time of the town’s incorporation in of Pastor Murdy, “By God’s grace, this
long ago, church keys (circa 1828) and a 1669. The articles of Christian faith accepted church has continued in His service for over
nineteenth century pastor’s snuffbox. The by the congregation followed those laid down three hundred years. By His grace may this
bow and bridge of a double bass viol (circa by John Robinson, Pastor of the Pilgrim church continue to serve the Lord until He
1820-1830) owned by Colonel Southworth Church in Leyden, Holland. The “Church comes. Great is Thy faithfulness!”
Ellis can also be viewed. The bass viol was at the Green” was organized as the “First
the first musical instrument accepted for use Church of Christ” on December 26, 1694.
in the church. There’s even documentation Only thirty-one parishes in Massachusetts First Congregational Church
announcing the dedication and sale of box are older. The first meetinghouse, which
pews to parishioners in order to help fund stood about one mile northeast of the
4 Plympton Street (Route 105)
the building of the present meetinghouse. An present site on Plymouth Street, was built by Middleborough, MA 02346
ancient seating plan shows the original pew the town in 1680. It stood for twenty years 508.947.1881
owners of the day. Rounding out the display is until it was taken down in 1701 and sold for fccmiddleboro.org
a nineteenth century Windsor chair used by five pounds and two shillings. Sunday Services:
Rev. Israel Putnam, old hymnals, Bibles and The second meetinghouse was built
other interesting antiques. As you exit the across the street in front of where the Green
9am – Sunday School & Adult Dis-
sanctuary and return to the vestibule, above Schoolhouse now stands. Built in 1700, cipleship Classes
the main door is an inscription in praise it served the church for over forty years. 10:15am – Morning Worship
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Newport Art Museum Address: 76 just some of the many exciting events you love to a bountiful buffet, engaging
Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 401- designed to celebrate the wonder of DJ entertainment, dancing and strolls
848-8200 winter. Marketing & Events. Address: 28 beneath the stars. On our warm and cozy
Hard Passages: Paintings by Lucia Pelham Street, Newport, RI 02840 401- climate-controlled decks, this special day
O'Reilly - 847-7666 will be everything you dreamed of, and
O'Reilly begins her work by "drawing more. The Spirit of Boston is offering
with fire" on 400 lb paper, then adds February 14 two different nights to wine and dine
layers of color, text and objects to “Craft an Animal Valentine's Day your Valentine in a way she’ll never forget.
express her ambivalence about her own Card” - Using stamps and stickers, we Each cruise is so special; it’s a Valentine’s
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fundamentalist religion. The work is built : BUTTONWOOD PARK ZOO: 425
around "hard passages" from the Bible that Hawthorn St. Time : 1 – 4PM. Admission : February 14- 15
promote or condone cruelty and violence, Free with Zoo fee. Wheelchair Accessible Sea Creatures in Glass, Blaschka
the subjugation of women, and slavery. www.bpzoo.org. Glass Art Exhibit – On exhibit in
Exhibit runs from Cambridge for the first time-- 58
Valentine Colonial Lantern Tour - amazingly realistic models of jellies,
January 10 - March 22, 2009 Take your Valentine on a romantic anemones, octopus -- marine creatures
The Newport Annual - The Newport candlelit Colonial Lantern Tour (weather crafted by Leopold and Rudolph Blaschka,
Art Museum's Annual Members' Juried permitting) Special rate $25 a couple. glass artists who created Harvard's
Exhibition is a stand-out on the regional Tour will combine history and ghost world famous Ware Collection of Glass
arts calendar every year. Exhibit runs from stories with a "romantic" theme. Learn Flowers at Harvard University: Harvard
February 7 - May 25, 2009. Newport Art about the courtship of Myles Standish, Museum of Natural History, Cambridge,

MA Price: Free with admission; $ 9.00 February 19 Woodland Walkers will meet will meet at
for adults; $ 7.00 for college students and Winter Fun Family Day- Come to the Carriage House. To register call 401-
seniors ; $ 6.00 ages 3 to 18; under age 3 the Haffenreffer Museum's gallery at the 253-2707x16 or visit www.blithewold.org
are free. (617) Brown University campus for an exciting
495-3045. program developed especially for families February 23 - 24
during school winter break. Explore the The Boston Globe Travel Show - New
February 14 Museum's current exhibition, Believing England’s biggest and most comprehensive
Red Carpet Romance: A Valentine's Africa and learn about the various masks travel expo returns to the Seaport World
Ball - The BYPA and Fabled Fairmont use. 10:00a to 12:00p at Haffenreffer Trade Center, Boston. Come explore a
Copley Plaza Hotel invite you to a Museum of Anthropology, Providence, world of travel options and HUGE savings
spectacular Valentine's Day experience. RI Free admission. Phone: (401) 253- from more than 200 exhibitors and enjoy:
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dancing, and a great crowd in the best Prospect St. Providence, RI 02912 (401) Busch Gardens’ live animal shows. Culinary
location in the city at Fairmont Copley 863-2065 stations featuring celebrity chefs and
Plaza Hotel, Boston, MA. Price: $50 Age exotic foods from all over the world.
Suitability: 21 and up 138 St. James Ave. February 19 - 22 Passport services; apply for or renew your
Boston, MA 02116 (617) 267-7668 2009 Rhode Island Spring Flower passport at the U.S. Postal Service's booth.
February 14 – 15 & Garden Show - The 2009 Rhode Informative travel seminars led by the
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Southern New England Golf Expo - the Rhode Island Convention Center, travel experts. Plus much, much more! The
Golf professionals will be in attendance, celebrates its 16th year. The theme of New 2009 Boston Globe Travel Show is sure to
speaking at seminars and providing tips to England largest flower show is "Gardens of have something for everyone, so make sure
improve your golf game. After they speak the World" which will dazzle your winter- you’re there!
you can test the advice with custom fit parched eyes. Pack your bag. Grab your
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driving areas. Times: Saturday, 10am- nature you've never seen before. Featured 7th Annual Newport Bridal Show -
7pm/ Sunday, 11am-6pm Location: RI speakers are Ken Druse, Roger Swain and See the pages of your Newport Wedding
Convention Center Karl Gercens. Advance tickets are available. Magazine come to life, plus celebrate
February 15 Tickets make wonderful holiday gifts, too. Newport Winter Festival with city-wide
Location: RI Convention Center, One activities.Whether you are recently engaged
Disney On Ice 'World of Fantasy Sabin Street, Providence 02903 Phone: or just need a few final details to complete
- Rev up for non-stop fun with four of 401.253.0246 Admission: $17 at the door, your wedding planning, the Newport
your favorite Disney stories at Disney On children 6 and under free Times: 10 am Wedding Bridal Show is the bridal event
Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to to 9 pm. you won't want to miss. Over 70 wedding
high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, professionals come together plus 2 fashion
Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's February 20 shows, prize drawings and special booking
CARS race across the ice. Dive into The Gipsy Kings - House Of Blues, Boston, discounts. 11am-4:30pm. Rosecliff &
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Life' with The Lion King. 3:00p at TD St. Boston, MA 02215 CTicketmaster February 26
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Suitability: All Ages. of each Month Blithewold has 33 acres beautiful expression of life!" Lots of hands-
of amazing trails and is a wonderful place on learning and a mouth watering sit down
February 18 to take a hike! We are now offering dinner. Instructions Fee $40/ Material Fee
Big Band Night - Join Larry Brown's informal, yet informative walks through $40. 7pm. Newport Cooks. 205 Spring
Swinglane for an evening of dancing in the arboretum. Join Assistant Grounds Street, Newport, RI 02840. 401-848-2010
the Beechwood ballroom. Sponsored by Manager and certified Horticulturist Dan
the Beechwood Foundation. 7:30pm Christina for a "Walk in the Woods" as he February 27
Location: Astors' Beechwood Mansion . explores different topics different topics “NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS” - A
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R E S TA UR AN T R E VIE W
by Gus Forks
Dave's Diner is a CLASSIC diner in every sense.

Located on route 28 in Middleboro, MA, Whether you're passing through on for.
it's a place reminiscent of the good-ole days your way to the airport or just out and The prices at Dave’s Diner are
when sock-hops and poodle skirts were all about, stop in at Dave's and enjoy the reasonable. It's most expensive meals range
the rage. From the outside it doesn't look homemade meatloaf, a juicy hamburger, from three to twelve dollars. It's a perfect
big; however, the inside is separated into steaks or seafood, or one of their signature amount of money to spend on a good meal
two spacious dining areas. The walls are sandwiches or salads. Don't forget to top it with generous portions...
decorated with ads from the 1950s and off with a hand-packed milkshake! They’re The service is fast, efficient, and friendly.
movie memorabilia. The booths and chairs open at 5:30AM seven days a week for The staff has been there for years and is
are upholstered in red and white, just like breakfast, lunch and dinner. Listen to very professional - they have developed
they were six decades ago. The mood is your favorite oldies on the juke box while almost an ESP and know before you do if
light and fun and the food is fantastic! This reading the daily paper. Let them spoil you you want extra butter or napkins, or a refill
place transports you back to another time. with our great food and service. on your coffee.
This is where you can get a fabulous diner The “Oldies but Goodies” – Entrees The ambiance is retro, but not pretentious,
breakfast - you can order from the menu or range from homemade meatloaf served and everything has the appearance of being
just order a la carte, they don't mind. They with gravy to fish and chips to boneless old to make you feel like it's been there
make the biggest, fluffiest, tastiest omelets fried chicken. Additionally there's a home- forever.
in the world, I swear. I do not know how cooked meal special every day of the What's your favorite diner snack, where
they do it - the eggs are cooked completely week. were you cruisin', your favorite radio
all the way through, but are still moist For example, Monday’s dinner special station and jock back in the real days? Dig
without a dry or brown spot anywhere. is a choice of baked stuffed pork chops, out your time capsule and relive the way it
The fillings are always very generous and and a choice between mashed potatoes, was in the first decade of rock and roll!
their pancakes are large and fluffy as well, vegetable or a fresh lobster roll with Old Time "happy days" diner with
delicate and not overcooked. French fries and cole slaw. Also available memories of “Arnolds” and the Fonz.
Dave's Diner established by Dave Fisher are the turkey burger sliders, three turkey "Dave's Diner", which opened in 1998
and managed by Jack Spinetto, has become burgers, teriyaki, BBQ & chipotle cheddar after being constructed in Florida in 1997, is
a favorite dining experience for the local served with French fries or chips. Drinks located on Route 28 in Middleboro. It opens
community with its home cooking, Route range from water to a milkshake. Desserts, seven days a week, starting with breakfast
66 décor, friendly service and atmosphere. including strawberry shortcake, are to die at 5:30 a.m.
Anne Roland
Specializing in 18th & 19th

Century Furniture and Art
Call for an appointment
508-542-2128
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508.758.6083
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Mon - Fri 10am-6pm Sat 9:30 am - 5 pm 508-992-5700 • 508-992-4500
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