Happenings

Walkin’ on a Tuesday

Get walking with the Wareham Land Trust at the Agawam River Trail. On Tuesday July 22, from 9 to 11 a.m., participants will trim trails at the Agawam River Trail. The Agawam River Trail is on 19 Knowles Avenue. Participants are asked to bring their...

A creepy cruise

All aboard the Charles River boat Cruise hosted by the Friends of the Wareham Council on Aging. The program will take place on Tuesday, October 30. The motorcoach taking participants to the cruise will leave at 10:30 a.m. from the Wareham Council on...

An alluring afternoon

Join the Wareham Council on Aging for A Special Afternoon with former White House Butler Alan DeValerio. The program will be on Tuesday, August 12 at 1 p.m. at 48 Marion Road, in the Council on Aging’s Community Room. DeValerio will share his...

Nouvelle Bedford est historique

Learn more about New Bedford’s French communities at "The French of New Bedford" author talk by Alfred H. Saulnier. The program will be on Wednesday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wareham Free Library at 59 Marion Road. This program traces New Bedford...

A Monday sundae

Get ready to chew and chat at the Wareham Council on Aging’s Ice Cream Social. On Monday, September 8, at 11:30 a.m. the Council on Aging will host an ice cream social, with both ice cream and dancing. The Council on Aging is on 48 Marion Road. The...

Wareham’s got talent

Watch wondrous talents on display at the Wareham Council on Aging’s second annual Talent Show. This program is at the Council on Aging at 48 Marion Road on Tuesday, September 16 at 12:30 p.m. This is a free event, but tickets are necessary to enter...

A very musical Monday

Bring a blanket or chair, bug spray, and a snack and get ready for a concert at the Wareham Free Library. Sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council and Friends of the Wareham Free Library, Concerts on the Lawn presents Candida Rose and the...

Embers of freedom: Flag retiring ceremony to be held

The JROTC in partnership with the summer school program at Wareham High School will be accepting flags to ceremoniously burn. Burning an American flag is part of a retirement ceremony to dispose of a flag that is no longer in suitable condition for...

Chalk it up with the Twinning Committee

The Wareham Twinning Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 17 in room 24 in town hall located at 54 Marion Road. During the meeting, the committee will discuss their booth for the upcoming Chalkfest hosted by the Onset Bay Association and...

Cheers to 100 years

Join the Roman Catholic Parish of St. Margaret’s of Scotland and St. Mary Star of the Sea in Onset for the party of the century. The parish will be celebrating the 100 anniversary of the church's construction on the corner of Onset Avenue and Onset...

More local shopping to take place this summer

Shop ‘til you drop in Wareham using Discover Wareham Dollars. Discover Wareham Dollars act as an electronic gift card that can only be used at participating Wareham businesses. The cards cannot be reloaded and funds can’t be withdrawn from them...

Some sales for local bookworms

This summer, the Friends of the Wareham Free Library will host monthly book sales. The books sales will take place on the following dates: Thursday, July 24 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 25 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A party under the sun

Put some sunglasses on and get ready for the Onset VFW Post 2846’s Summer Party this July. The party is on July 13 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Dudley Brown VFW on 4 Gibbs Ball Park Road. The Sympli Whitney Band will be playing and admission initially...

Celebrate and sing along with a Wareham native

Join Grace Morrison at her Hometown Release Concert called “Just a kid on Parkwood Drive” this July. Morrison will be accompanied by Jon Evans on bass and Matthuas Bossi on drums. The concert will be at the Parkwood Beach Clubhouse on 17 Datewood...

Hey there delilah

Swim on down to the Wareham Free Library to meet Delilah, a North Atlantic right whale this July. Delilah is the Whale and Dolphin Conservation’s life-size North Atlantic right whale. This event will take place on July 31 at 2 p.m. and the library...

A monday full of music

Get ready to sing along at the Wareham Free Library during a concert by award-winning Indigenous singer and songwriter Kim Moberg. The concert is on Monday, July 14 at 7 p.m. and the library is located on 59 Marion Road. Moberg has released three...

Ahoy, matey!

Avast any prior plans and get ready for the Pirates of New England presentation with history teacher Luca Rebussini. This presentation explains the history of the pirates and pirate hunters of New England during the Golden Age of Piracy. The event...

Free breakfast to be had in July

Get ready to enjoy the Trinity Christian Church’s monthly Free Community Breakfast. This month, they will be serving waffles, bacon, or sausages, hash browns, fresh fruit, assorted juices and coffee. Trinity Christian Church is located at 462 Main...

Police are putting for a cause

Get your clubs out and get driving during the Wareham Police Association’s seventh annual golf tournament in support of Cops for Kids with Cancer. The tournament will take place on Sunday, September 14 at Southers Marsh Golf Club, 30 Southers Marsh...

Walt’s Back to School Event

Head down to the YMCA and get ready for the new school year with Walt’s Mobile Closet. Kids will be able to pick the supplies they want and need, and it’s all for free. The event will be on August 16, at the Gleason Family YMCA on 33 Charge Pond...

Endless paw-sibilities in art and writing contest

Unleash the paw-sibilites with the Dog Park Affiliation of Wareham’s seventh youth art and literary contest. The contest invites kids aged 5 to 16-years-old to submit a drawing, written piece or both. There are three age groups in the contest: 5-...

A talk on natural disasters and those living through it

Prepare to learn more on Wednesday, July 9th with Matt Davis at the Wareham Free Library located at 59 Marion Road at 6:30 p.m. His talk, "Life On An Unpredictable Planet" dives into how a significant percentage of the world’s population lives with...

Remember when a cow jumped over the moon?

Reminisce on the Full Moon Walk with Science Educator Mary Beers and the Wareham Land Trust on Thursday, July 10 for an evening walk at Douglas S. Westgate Conservation Area from 7:30 to 9 p.m. As twilight fades, participants will explore the trail...

Blood drive at the elks

The Wareham-New Bedford Elks Lodge is partnering with the Red Cross this August for a blood drive. The blood drive will be held Aug. 5 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. at the elks lodge located 2855 Cranberry Highway. Appointments are preferred, visit www...

Concert on the lawn

Head over to the Wareham Fee Library, located at 59 Marion Road Monday, July 7 for a rockin’ ukulele concert. “The Unlikely Strummers” will perform at 7 p.m. A donation to Damien’s Food Pantry is a ticket to the show. The library asks attendees to...

When dogs fly

Watch dogs fly with Mike Piazza, a world record holder and multiple time world finalist in K9 frisbee, at the Wareham Free Library located at 59 Marion Road on Thursday, July 10. This program is free and lasts from 3 to 4 p.m. The show consists of...

Get wild with live animals at the library

Wild sides will be let out with Joys of Nature at the Wareham Free Library located at 59 Marion Road on Tuesday, July 2 from 2 to 3 p.m. This is an educational program for kids and families, where participants will get up close and personal with...

Shuck yeah, it’s time for a clambake

People are shore to have a good time at the Redmen Hall annual clambake on Sunday, August 3. The clam bake will be on 745 Main Street, rain or shine. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and the meal will be served at approximately 1:30 p.m. There is a music...

Freedom will ring with the Fourth of July events

Have a blast and celebrate Independence Day with items that could be older than the country. The Wareham Historical Society will be hosting its 47th annual Antique Faire on Friday, July 4 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine. Admission is $5.00 and...

Pull away from the heat with a pork dinner at Trinity Christian

Come and get a pulled pork dinner at Trinity Christian Church on 462 Main Street. This event will take place on Friday, June 27 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Dinner includes pulled pork, a sandwich roll, optional baked beans and coleslaw, tossed salad,...

Free meals to be offered in July

Enjoy free meals at the Church of the Good Shepherd on 74 High Street every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. All are welcome to the church’s air conditioned dining hall, come as you are and enjoy free dining and fellowship. The menu for July is: July 3 - baked...

Head in the clouds and eyes on the road

Join the Wareham Land Trust and meteorologist Dr. Alex Kinsella on Saturday, July 12 for a walk through Great Neck Wildlife Sanctuary to learn about the clouds that are all around. The sanctuary is on Stockton Shortcut Street. The land trust...

Trail trimming at Redbrook

Clip, trim and prune and pull invasive plants at the Redbrook Trail Network with the Wareham Land Trust Saturday, June 28 from 9 to 11 a.m. Tools will be provided by the land trust but volunteers can bring their own if they wish. Organizers...

Life’s too short-don’t let it fly by

Be a social butterfly and join Massachusetts Butterfly Club member Andrew Griffith on a 90-minute walk. Identify native butterflies, learn about their host plants, and how they are adapting to climate change. The program will take place Tuesday,...

A case that’s hard to crack

Keep book-lovers close, and enemies closer while discussing “The Lost Constitution” by William Martin during the Mystery Book Club meeting on Tuesday, July 15. Unless otherwise noted, all mystery book club meetings are held at 6 p.m. at the Wareham...

Iconic Wareham restaurant finds new owner and name

Vel’s Restaurant that served up good Italian eats and long lasting memories for many years has been purchased and will see a rebrand in the near future. Owners and brothers Steve, Carl and Brian Bump have had Vel’s Restaurant in the family for over...

Holistic fun for all things psychic

For anyone interested in all things psychic and holistic, the Parkwood Beach Psychic and Craft fundraiser is the place to go. The event will take place Saturday, June 21 from 12 to 5 p.m. at 23 Datewood Street. Admission is free and 15-minute...

Free breakfast and bake sale

Head to the Trinity Christian Church located at 462 Main Street for a free community breakfast and bake sale Saturday, June 21 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The breakfast will feature breakfast sandwiches with bacon or sausages, hash browns, fresh fruit,...

Lots of library events on the horizon

The Wareham Free Library is challenging everyone to “get caught” utilizing library resources or attending one of their many summer events. It’s time to get the kids up and moving at the library with Wareham’s DJ OOCH for a summer dance party. The...

Wareham Twinning meeting

Join the Wareham Twinning Committee to hear about their trip to Wareham, U.K. Thursday, June 19 at 7 p.m. at 495 Main Street. The group recently got back from a visit to Wareham across the pond and the meeting will also discuss plans to host a group...

Swinging into fun with the Lopes Playground reopening

Infectious laughter could be heard in Onset as children played and dashed around a completely reimagined playground. With a new accessible walking path, revamped basketball court and new playground equipment, the old wooden playground has been...

Things to do June 12-June 19

Saturday, June 14 New place to play The new and improved Lopes Playground will celebrate a grand opening ceremony June 14 at 11 a.m. with a brand new playground, new walking paths and so much more. Changes to the playground...

Musical memories to come with Onset Bay Association

Whether it's relaxing on the beach, grabbing a slice of pizza or lounging at the park in downtown Onset, live music throughout the summer can be heard in the village.. The Onset Bay Association will host the Summer of Love concert series every...

Aces up, oars out: Annual kayak poker run on the horizon

Suit up in life jackets and don't fold under the pressure: The annual kayak poker run returns. Those interested in the competitive watersport can also attend the Onset Bay Association's Kayak Poker Run. Participants will pick up five cards while...

Five-mile walk brings wealth of donations

As 80 pairs of feet walked the streets of Wareham, shuffling along familiar streets, the participants all united to take a stroll for a worthy cause. Turning Point held the the Wareham Area Clergy Association’s third annual Wareham Walks for the...

Things to do June 5-June 12

Thursday, June 5 Look into the past Learn more about family history at the Wareham Free Library’s Genealogy Workshop on June 5 at 1 p.m. Local Genealogist Janis Duffy will help participants with projects they are working on and give reliable advice...

At-large member of sewer seat filled after ballot error

Scott Soby was appointed the member-at-large on the Board of Sewer Commissioners Tuesday, May 3 at a joint Select Board and Board of Sewer Commissioners meeting with a term expiring May 6, 2026. Soby’s appointment comes after an error on ballot for...

A red, white, and blue barbecue

Relish the opportunity to come to the Chicken Barbecue hosted by the Redmen and the Degree of Pocahontas on Saturday, June 14 for an un-grill-lievable opportunity. The event is located at the Redmen Hall at 745 Main Street. Doors open at 1 p.m. and...

First workshop in a series on financial stability

Turning Point’s Financial Workshop on Monday, June 9 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 777 Main Street is the place to be if seeking financial support. The discussion will include information on solving financial difficulties and balancing personal finances...

When words fail, sing

Belt out a tune at the Wareham Council of Aging’s SINGO, or song bingo. Traditional numbers on a card are replaced with songs. Test musical knowledge, have a ball and win some prizes. SINGO is taking place on Tuesday, June 10 and June 24 at 12:30 p...

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