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This month we take you from Seekonk to Chatham, from historic haunted houses to romantic getaways and give glimpses of local businesses and individuals.

Take a look at the photographs of James S. Robbins and you’ll find it hard not to be drawn in. After having a drawn toward the light experience he decided he wanted to express his creative side. His photography is warm and inviting, the images give viewers glimpses into people and places of other cultures

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Take 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.

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“Most of my pictures have a kind of peace in them,” he continued. “It’s a kind of quietness. And the viewer’s not aware of the noisy context in which it’s being made.”

That’s because Jim’s com-positions often highlight relationship and beauty and filter out visual noise.

One example comes from his recent trip to Mo-rocco. An image from the collection shows two older men strolling side by side

with their hands touching. The photo shows only the men’s backs, as they walk away from the camera in Eastern dress.

Elderly, they carry canes in their outer hands.

The image grabs your heart as you feel the two men’s friendship, and catch a glimpse of what led Jim to chase after these men in order to capture the image.

“In a sense it warmed me because we men are raised to sort of be more separate

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or separated from other men,” Jim said about the photograph. “We can join together around an activity; we can be a football team or a basketball team. We can go drinking…but we don’t allow ourselves to show our vulnerabilities.”

“And, here these two men had finally lived enough to be able to walk down the street hand in hand. It was very hopeful for me,” he added.

After seeing Jim’s recent work,

one woman told him, “You can see the soul of these people in these images, or maybe I’m seeing your soul.”

It’s a comment he found insightful.

“I think she’s spot on. I think you’re seeing both,” he said.

“I believe minds speak to minds; hearts speak to hearts and souls speak to souls,” he added.

At the same time, Jim stressed that he doesn’t have a message for his audience.

For him, the experience between his photograph and the viewer is similar to a personal conversation. It’s also the way he describes his own process for taking photographs, one that is fluid and dynamic, based on a deepening relationship with the subject.

“It’s the conversation that gets recorded in the art work if it’s successful,” Jim said, adding, “You have to be open to the conversation that you’re having with the world.”


Jim’s ability to embrace his intuitive, creative side did not happen easily. He was raised in a practical Jewish family in New York, and spent nearly 30 years working as a lawyer and raising his two children.

It took getting hit by a truck, literally, to get the left-brained attorney behind a camera.

He remembers the event clearly. He was on his way to court, walking, he said, with his mind elsewhere.

“I had the classic, going toward the light, experience,” Jim said, “and I realize that I’m talking with God.”

He remembers thanking God for a good life before adding in an innocent, almost childlike, tone, “Geez, there were some things I wanted to do and now I’m not going to get to do them.”

Minutes later, after he regained consciousness, Jim got up and continued to the courtroom where a wise judge put off deliberations for the day.

But the attorney’s life changed from there on.

“What a gift it was to me be-cause what it said to me was, Jim, it’s really up to you. What you will have in your life is what you bring to it and ask for in

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your life, what you apply yourself to and work at, no more and no more less,” he said. “It’s not up to me, God. I put opportunities in front of you and you do what you need to do. I don’t control all that; you pick and choose.”

What he decided he wanted to do was express his creative side.

After choosing photography as the medium, Jim spent sev-eral years learning the technical aspects of the camera, studying with photographers he admired and developing his vision. Slowing he began gaining confidence in his work and showing his photo-graphs outside his immediate cir-cle of family and friends.

When he takes photos, he looks for three things, he said.

Light, color and gesture.Light, he said, is the real subject

of every photograph.“You’re photographing light

that’s bouncing off of things, you’re not photographing things,” he said. “It’s the light that makes the picture; it’s not the thing that makes the picture.”

Color has been a true love since he studied studio art as an under-

graduate at Colgate University.And, he said, “The last element

is gesture. A gesture can mean a lot of things; it doesn’t just mean how somebody’s hand is raised. It’s an element of energy. There is some-thing that hooks you into this im-age and gets your attention.”

One of Jim’s Moroccan images illustrates this concept well. It’s of a 116-year-old Moroccan man who, he told Jim, has a combined 73 children and grandchildren.

Jim met the man in Marrakesh when he wandered beyond tourist borders and was invited to join in a conversation while enjoying bread dipped in olive oil with mint tea.

“They let me join and we chat-ted (with some) bad French, a smattering of English and a smat-tering of Arabic,” he said. “It was a highlight of the trip for me.”

The photograph is a close-up of the man’s face whose expres-sion has a joyous, almost won-drous quality with his hand raised in front of his face as if describing something.

"Look how alive he is,” Jim said, adding that he sent the man a copy of the photo.

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“It was just a very, very nice moment where a guy from one culture could get to sit with a guy from an-other culture, share some stories, and talk as men do,” he said.

Before his artistic pursuit Jim had never traveled beyond the East Coast; but, now he has been to India, China, Mexico, Europe and more. He’s gotten to know a 116-year-old Arab man, fought a bull in a Mexican training ring, and watched Chinese fishermen send 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-

tographer, Jim wrote, he intends to “photograph how the ordinary reveals the extraordinary (and) to see the infinite openings in the world. “

“That’s what this is for me. It’s just an utter joy,” he said. “I just enjoy the process. I’ve gotten to travel so many places and learn so much, all because of this gift.”

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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 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.

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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 new items,” Brown said. But when you think of the “container” he speaks of, he’s not talking about a box that you can pick up more than a container that fits snug on top of an 18-wheeler. In addition to the Marion store, Brown also has a New Bedford warehouse located on Harbor Street, 12,000-square-feet of space that can be seen by appointment only. He also keeps busy with antique shows in places like Greenwich, Conn. and displays of his antiques in area stores like the Acushnet River Antiques and New Bedford Antiques. The Marion store is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays, Brown said he usually works the Friday and Saturday shifts in Marion, where the other dealers also take shifts, and Brown spends some of his other time the New Bedford warehouse. Brown said the warehouse is extremely beneficial when it comes to securing new shipments-that come in 40 foot trailers from China three to four times each year, and in also finding

something for a person who has been to the Marion store that was perhaps looking for a different color or design. As well as the internet does for his business-just type in Chinese Garden Seats and you’ll see Brown’s store featured third out of a total of 332 listings across the world, he admits that unlike other businesses, a majority of antique sales can’t be done using an eBay format. “Antiquing is a tactile business, generally you have to touch and feel it, especially with the older items,” said Brown. “People need to actually look at it, open the doors, before they make a decision. Even if people come and look and don’t find exactly what they want here, chances are we may have what they want in New Bedford, and if not, I’ll find it.” While a typical age of an avid antique shopper may conjure up thoughts of an older woman, long-time retired, taking hours to shop for that one perfect item, Brown said there are many different age groups these days looking to purchase rare


items. He said younger people generally come in to browse, looking for a particular item in mind, while the 35-50 crowd, often after giving away their furniture to the next generation, are looking to now replace it; the over 55 crowd is looking for collectible items or items that need to replace other ones they’ve had that have stayed in their former home after they have downsized. “There’s certainly something for everyone,” Brown said. With price tags ranging from small Buddha’s starting at $80 to furniture that may ring up at $3,000, Brown said despite the avid antique following, the poor economy is affecting the antique business too, but he still keeps plugging along.

“We actually started feeling it two years ago when the housing market began to fall. Although a vast majority of our customers are insulated from the harsh economic turmoil, we are still feeling the pinch,” said Brown. When asked when he’s ready for another trip to China if he takes with him certain customer requests or a wish list of items he’s looking for, Brown said both are true. “I always go with a shopping list from people because often time they come to the warehouse and don’t see the style or color they want, I’ll go and find one,” said Brown, who, in addition to the items he is selling on his website, also includes

pictures of China-food, residents, landscape, to go with the furniture, vases and rugs. “I highly respect the Chinese people. They are a hard-working, intelligent group.” And to show that appreciation, Brown often gives any adopted Chinese child who comes through his doors a Buddhi Lion-Dog box to take home with them, a symbol that provides its keeper with loyalty and strength. Brown said that if he had to map his sales territory, he would say China Traders encompasses from Cape Cod to Boston and Providence to Newport, though the internet has afforded him a longer reach then ever. It also helps that


half of the Marion residents have homes in many other parts of the country, which helps Brown to continue to diversify his customer base even more. Although many people tend to frown on the city of New Bedford and its negative issues that get far more air time than its positive attributes, Brown said the city has come a long way thanks to the current administration. “My warehouse is located near New England Demolition, and ten years ago, there wasn’t a car on Harbor Street and now, you can’t find a spot,” said Brown. “New Bedford has made significant and positive progress, especially under the new mayor. The New Bedford antique

district contains three major antique groups in addition to New England Demolition. Someone can spend a full day just going from site to site and it’s the largest collection of its kind in New England, even Boston.” Brown said the Fast Ferry has been a big help in revitalizing the city and the impending construction of a new hotel downtown will only help to spark more attention. “We need to capture those customers, grab them and hold on to them, to take advantage of that opportunity to show them what New Bedford has to offer,” said Brown.As for when the antique passion may

subside, Brown was quick to say he’s looking to do what he loves until he can’t do it anymore.“Oh, I don’t see an end to this, though I may have to eventually get help lifting. Ten years ago I started with just 1,000-square-feet of space not knowing anyone in the business knowing only what I like,” said Brown, “and today, I have great customers and a consistent supplier that appreciates the repetitive business and always finds me good items. It’s been a great ten years here and I look forward to the next ten years.”


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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.


Baldwin 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 a number of years before settling in at an 8,900-square-foot section of the Lockheed Martin complex off of Route 6 in Marion, where they stayed for a decade. In 2007, Lockheed Martin announced plans that they were expanding their operation and would be in need of the Baldwin Brothers space to carry out those expansion plans. Baldwin Brothers Development Consultant Steve Grima said the company never had any intentions of moving out of Marion, but finding an 8,700 square foot building available in the town was another story entirely. And they couldn’t. With no other options available, Baldwin Brothers purchased nearly an acre of land off Spring Street, formulating a design team of architects, consultants and engineers, setting

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 firm believers in being green and enabling, sustainability, with the new word being restoration. It’s no longer just acceptable to sustain but to restore,” said Grima, a member of the Sippican Historical Society. And there is no greater example of that restoration motto then what’s become of the Gurney House. Completely run down by the time the Baldwin Brothers purchased the land, the Gurney House, built in 1875, and recognized by the Massachusetts Historical Commission as the best surviving example of historic Marion, was fully restored and renovated into office space over the last year. The main occupant is the Marion Institute, a non-profit branch of the Baldwin Brothers, who supports smaller business and non-

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 completely renovated. Green techniques used in the renovation of the Gurney House include the salvaging of removed materials to reuse; use of material made from renewable resources, much of which was recycled products; sealing of all air gaps with high density insulation and double paned windows to protect heating and cooling losses; low-water efficient plumbing fixtures. The building, which employs a total of 6 full-time associates, includes 7 offices, 2 cubicles, 2 restrooms, a full kitchen and conference room and a full basement. The new building, just behind the Gurney House, measures 8,750-square-feet in addition to a 3,300-square-foot basement, was built as two rectangle buildings, in the shape of an L, connected by a windowed


breezeway. Of the nearly one acre of land, Grima said only 15 percent of that land is covered by impervious surfaces. Storm water is retained and managed on site. The south and east sides of the building face a garden courtyard overlooks part of Spring Street and acres of trees behind it with large windows that allow natural sunlight to infiltrate the offices, introducing natural light into the center of the building. Operating windows on both sides allow for natural cross breezes for passive cooling while operating monitor

windows located just above the building allows the warm air to exit the building. Interior lighting, when it’s needed, is used by T-5 low energy fluorescent strip fixtures while the main lighting is computer controlled and programmable. “We have a monitor on the top of the building that captures sunlight and brings it to the rest of the building so even the middle portions get heat, and the overall affect is we use less heating and cooling in their appropriate time of year,” said Grima. “After 5 p.m., our controls are set to 58 degrees. I

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. The intention of the design plans was to design a new building that will work harmoniously with the pre-existing Gurney House and the neighborhood around it, Grima said. The goal was a “campus-like setting”, where the two buildings would work together to create not only interesting outdoor space such as the interior garden courtyard much like you would find at a typical campus. In keeping with the sustainability model, Grima said all of his employees come from 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.”

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STORY BY NiCOLE M. BOuCHARD

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A Sudden Trip Home to tHe Sea


W alking the shore of South Beach in Chatham, Massachusetts during the winter is akin to sampling the ethereal peace and gentle rejuvenation that only Olde Cape Cod can provide. Down the road is your own private oasis where hot mulled cider and fresh chocolate chip cookies await. At your request, dinner reservations at the nearby illustrious Chatham Bars Inn have been made for you by a kind woman, who, for a few days at least as your Inn keeper, protects you like a mother. In a word, the setting is ‘ideal’. The Carriage House Inn run by proprietors Paula and Tim Miller, features a “say yes and anticipate needs” attitude toward their guests with the tender personal touches that make one feel as cared for as they would be at a close relative’s home- only there are gourmet breakfasts and spa packages here. Having both come from hospitality backgrounds, they have a very particular finesse. Paula’s extensive experience includes being the V.P. of sales and marketing for a hotel consulting firm (her work specializing in associate training and development) working with establishments such as the Hard Rock Café and Ritz Carlton Hotels. As an aesthetician, she understands the importance and benefits of spa services reviving skin and spirit. Her husband, Tim, has experience that entails being consultant to the New England Culinary Institute and event sales manager for Charleston Place Hotel which holds rank as the seventeenth highest rated hotel in the country. Together they combine their talents and their extensive travels to present a unique experience for guests. Originally having owned a bed and breakfast in Kittery, Maine, they were no strangers to the pleasures and demands of a B&B. Family brought them to the Cape, but Chatham had particular allure as a quiet, yet thriving town rich with art, beauty, fine dining and unusual boutiques.When the newly renovated Carriage House Inn came up for sale, it having once being a residential property built in 1890, they knew they had found a great opportunity. With many beautiful renovations in design and 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. No Victorian fluff. It’s nautical Pottery Barn, if you will,” Paula states with a good-humored smile audible in 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 International Cooking School in Chianti- few had signed up for the class so we had semi-private lessons which Tim loved. Italians often eat small breakfasts, so we know to offer this option to our Italian guests. After having gone to the Caribbean, we were inspired to offer more juices. In Boston, we learned of broiled tomatoes. We ask ourselves the question ‘What did we learn from this to use at the Inn?’ after our trips both regional and abroad. European guests tend to request heated milk. Some women visiting from New Zealand wanted boiling water mixed with their orange juice- and we accommodate these needs and wants.” Tim stated that they travel

“The voice of the sea is seductive; never ceasing,

whispering, clamoring, murmuring, inviting the

soul to wander for a spell in abysses of solitude;

to lose itself in mazes of inward contemplation”

- from The Awakening by Kate Chopin


“…to reaffirm that we’re doing things well.”The gourmet breakfasts served in either the dining room or the sun room, certainly reveal cultured tastes with dishes such as crème brulee French toast, strawberry salsa, fresh fruit served with a spiced berry sauce, a salsa, egg, and cheese omelet and blueberry scones. To further add a bit of European flair, there is the Anytime in Paris couple package which features lodging at the Inn, the boutiques and cafes that Chatham has to offer, a French manicure and pedicure for her, a rich lavender butter massage for him, French baked lavender scones and of course, French toast with apples and blueberries.

Other guest packages feature needs and interests. The Cape Cod Artisans Trail package features seven different itineraries of native artistic splendor. The Bliss Before Baby; Baby Moon Getaway package features a maternity massage for her, a sports massage for him, two nights lodging, and a teddy bear for the soon-to-come baby or fresh flowers for the new mother. A recent theme weekend, Baby Boomers by the Sea, offered perspectives and real estate expertise on retirement down the Cape. Wine and cheese kicked off Friday evening, only to be followed by a tour of Chatham homes the following day. A beautiful reception was held on

Saturday evening in a Chatham home that was for sale. On Sunday morning, Dr. Bill Roiter, of Boston, MA, led a discussion and his book Beyond Work: How Accomplished People Retire Successfully was given to participants.Whether it’s the picturesque fireplaces, the stocked guest fridge, the immense DVD library, the décor, the incredible deep tissue massages provided by Ann Paparella or the sheer ripe possibilities of the fine shops nearby, a weekend in Chatham at the Carriage House Inn is like being warmed back to life as a surviving member of a stormy shipwreck.

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The year 2000 provided a dream come true for Diane Tomassetti when she found herself designing and building a house, with a dock, on the historic

Poverty Point waterfront of New Bedford harbor. Originally know as Oxford Village in the upper harbor, it is protected both by the Hurricane Bar-rier and Popes Island. Connecticut architect Emil Dahlquist and Master Builder, Mark Richard, of Acushnet helped transform her dream visions into reality. Baggins End Cottage and Guest House was created and blended into the historic neigh-borhood of houses built in the 1700’s and 1800’s.

The extraordinary project consumed most of her time whilst completing her interior design certificate at the Rhode Island School of Design. Diane’s most recent employment as a sales man-ager in the natural stone industry provided both the knowledge and background to consult on both residential and commercial stone projects with in-terior and exterior applications. The Baggins End Guest House is in the process of developing three phases of exterior stone landscaping. The initial segment incorporated local stone into a magnifi-cent retaining wall behind the garage. Phase two

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will incorporate granite steps leading down to the back yard and the last stage will focus on the stone patio and wall circumnavigating the harbor side of the property.

Those who have read The Hob-bit by J.R.R. Tolkien should be fa-miliar with Bilbo Baggins. Bilbo was fond of visitors and built a home with deep set windows overlooking his gar-den…..sloping down to the river. The Acushnet River of course. At the front entrance hangs a wood carving, created by Joe Rego, of “Gandalf the Wizard” holding a conch shell welcoming the inhabitants and guests entering Bag-gins End.

Ms Tomassetti’s property also af-fords adequate space to inflate her hot-air balloon. As a certified FAA pilot for over fifteen years she enjoys every opportunity to tether the craft and take friends aloft to altitudes of 150 feet or more before returning. The dis-tinct blast of the burner usually brings out the neighbors and the curious for an opportunity to ride or merely assist with the lines and basket as crew. Her future expectations are for a new bal-loon whereby providing exciting ven-tures for Baggins End guests as well as real estate clients. As a realtor, Diane often jokes that the best way to show perspective buyers property would be from the basket of her hot-air balloon.

With the advent of the Manjiro Historic Friendship Society opening a museum in Fairhaven and the Captain Joshua Slocum Memorial and Cooke Memorial Park being area attractions the idea of offering visitors a neighbor-hood guest house has become a reality.

The charm and elegance of this Guest House lends itself to corporate events, receptions and intimate weddings as well. Most recently the Buzzards Bay rowing Club held their Oktoberfest event with whaleboat sprint races from the Baggins End Dock. The whale boats glide up to the dock and if you’re interested in row-ing, welcome aboard! Seafarers come-about and tie up to the dock.

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From inside, with a 180 degree pan-oramic view of the harbor, you almost feel as if you are aboard a ship. Baggins End guest House just may be the ideal destination for an intimate weekend or as a secret hideaway overlooking the harbor. What better way to pamper yourself.

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Green SidingMother Nature’s own perfect claddingBark House shingle siding was the first product Highland Craftsmen® developed in 1990. The rugged good looks of Bark House shingles attract people initially. Their durability is what keeps people coming back for more.

With incredible design flexibility, they complement many styles in the rustic genre as well as modern structures in both residential and commercial settings. They are all-natural, sus-tainable, reclaimed, long lasting (up to 80 years) and mainte-nance free.

The more people learn about this product, the better they like it. We invite you to do your research and ask many ques-tions. This site provides numerous tools to help.

Simplicity is Genius.

Highland Craftsmen Inc looked to Mother Nature’s own perfect cladding, bark and uses it to side buildings, naturally. Bark acts as a suit of armor against the world by protecting the tree from insects, disease, storms and extreme temperatures.

Bark shingle siding is made from reclaimed waste material from trees that are already being cut by the forestry industry. Trees are never cut just to harvest the bark. The log goes to a saw-mill and is used to make things such as plywood and furni-ture. The bark would have been left in the woods or ground into low grade mulch that landscapers do not use because the color is too light for most preferences. The bark shingles require ex-tremely low embodied energy to produce, use no water in their processing, do not require paint, stains or sealers (chemical ad-ditives) ever and when they are finally ready to be replaced after 80 years of no maintenance, they can be turned into mulch (if desired) and placed in the earth with no un-natural additives or chemicals. This is a super-green high quality cladding product

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and it is green practice at its best. Plus, it has created an income from a material that once had no real value for hundreds of hard working people.

Bark shingles vary from bark intact slabs (from the first cut of the tree) and are different than early Native Ameri-can and Pioneer uses. They are strictly manufactured and have squared edges.

The history of Bark as Siding, is a North Carolina Innovation, an Ameri-can Legacy.

Siding made of bark was used his-torically as exterior sheathing for centu-ries by Native Americans across North America. They stripped the trees and tied the bark to pole structures and lodges. Air flowed naturally through these dwellings so there was no need for refinement or drying.

In 1895, the squared bark shingle made its debut in Linville N.C., when architect Henry Bacon (most famous for designing the Lincoln Memorial) in-troduced the style and set the standard

for future Linville designs. His influ-ence soon reached through other major resort communities in the Appalachi-an chain including Blowing Rock and Highlands.

Two variables differentiate his meth-od. First, only the bark was used as a shingle. Others before him had used slabs from the first cut of the tree with bark intact to clad dwellings. Second, he squared the bottom edge of the bark mechanically, with a hand saw. This cre-ated a refinement that is not otherwise noted in other’s applications. Bacon cre-ated the first true squared bark shingle.

American Chestnut bark was used almost exclusively because it was read-ily available. Saw mills peeled chestnut bark to sell to tanneries and used the trees for almost all high grade wood products. In the mid 1900’s a blight ac-cidentally introduced from China and first discovered in New York, devastated the entire species. Poplar Bark had not gone unnoticed. Poplar had no value

for tanning bark, and the wood was not very desirable but it would peel in large smooth sheets. Private residences sided with Poplar Bark in the 30’s are in good condition and can still be viewed today.

With the chestnut blight of the 1940’s, chestnut bark was no longer available and the “Bark House” style lay dormant for over 60 years. Today, how-ever, Highland Craftsmen® has revived the old-fashioned techniques for craft-ing bark shingles from poplar bark.

Poplar grows abundantly in the Southern forests and beyond, and is used primarily for the structural ele-ments of furniture and in the plywood industry. Careful harvesting methods actually save the poplar bark from be-coming a waste product during conven-tional timber operations.

The rugged good looks of Bark House shingles attract people initially. With incredible design flexibility, they complement many styles in the rus-tic genre as well as modern structures.

aBove: Bark house shingles create a warm work area.

right: powder room with Bark house panel.


Their durability is what keeps people com-ing back for more. They are all-natural, sus-tainable, reclaimed, and long lasting (up to 80 years).

Maintenance-free bark siding is increas-ingly the material of choice for exclusive residential and commercial projects, and Highland Craftsmen is the premier purvey-or. They stand behind their products with outstanding technical support and custom-er service. You can have confidence in their products and services, as they have over 20 years experience and continue to research and field test all applications.

Imagine that you believe in an idea so profoundly that you create an entire indus-try to support your vision. Your primary as-set is the guiding principle: “Simply do your best, every time”.

That is how Highland Craftsmen created the Poplar Bark Shingle Siding industry in N.C. 18 years ago and that is why the Bark House Style has such broad appeal today. Their experience and the quality of the ma-terials and products are simply the best.

There is a New Sophistication in the Bark House brand material and product. In-spired by a rich history, today’s Bark House materials and products are very precise and manufactured using green processes.

Bark House materials and products make designing and building the natural way easy. That’s because we have taken the guess work out of proper handling, material prepara-tion and application techniques. Your valu-able time is not wasted experimenting with unknown variables. Whether designing in a traditional rustic genre, creating a modern design or expressing the Bark House Style, their materials and products allow for flex-ibility and maximum creativity.

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top: Bark house accents create interest.

middle:: Bark shingles create a Quiet refuge.

Bottom: Bark house shingles used as accents

Blend Beautifully with nature.

opposite: Bark house shingles are the perfect

backdrop for a peaceful sitting nook

H O M E M A R K E T F E AT U R E •


arion was first settled in 1679 as Sippican Village,

a district of Rochester, Massachusetts. It was renowned for its many local sea captains and sailors who resided there, as well as for shipbuilding operations along its picturesque harbor. As time went on, Sippican progressively

developed its own interests and economies different from neighboring

villages and decided to seek its independence. It formed a committee which petitioned lawmakers in Boston for incorporation as its own town. On May 14, 1852, its request was finally

granted and the seaside town was named Marion in honor of Revolutionary War

hero, Francis Marion. He was a famous general nicknamed the “Swamp Fox” by

the British for his elusive tactics. Forty-three years later, in 1895, a

delightful home was built on 36 South Street in the heart of Marion Village. For more than a century, it has stood the test of time, receiving many loving structural upgrades along the way. The most recent being about six years ago when the home’s previous owners had it completely renovated inside. Its present owners, one of whom is an accomplished interior designer, have added their own thoughtful sense of style, making it a precious gem among the sea of homes on the market today.

Marion, Massachusetts

With antique appeal outside and a bright, airy and open floor plan just over the threshold, this fabulous Marion home captures the essence of quaint coastal living.

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Village Charmer


It has all the charm of an antique on the outside and the most-wanted amenities of a modern home just over the threshold.

On a quiet, one-way street just a block away from the village center, the home welcomes you with its traditional white picket fence, New England wood-shingle siding and classic white shutters. Outdoor wall lanterns, reminiscent of eras past, are there to light your way. White window boxes accent newly installed Andersen windows and anxiously await new spring plantings. The generous driveway can accommodate two cars, a definite plus in such a historic

neighborhood. The easily manageable 0.12 acre lot is nicely landscaped. In warmer months, lush perennial plantings burst with color, including beautiful rhododendron bushes along the red brick walkway that leads you to the backyard. Extravagant blooms of hydrangeas in hues of pinks, blues and purples add to the beauty. Because the hardy shrubs can tolerate both wind and salt, they are an ideal choice for the seaside residence. There is a good-size storage shed out back, great for housing bicycles, beach chairs and gardening tools. The private bluestone patio is the perfect place to have your morning coffee and newspaper at the start of

the day and to enjoy evening cocktails and conversation as the sun sets on the scenic coastal community.

The home is in a prime residential location. Marion Village is just one hour from Boston, Provincetown and Newport, Rhode Island and less than 30 minutes to Cape Cod and Providence, Rhode Island. According to real estate agent, Margot Kalkanis, from Converse Company Realtors, the location is ideal because it’s within walking distance to so many of the town’s great establishments. There’s the general store, post office, music hall, art center, book store, gift shops, antique shops and many churches. You’re less


On a quiet, one-way street just a block away

from the village center, the home welcomes you with its traditional white picket

fence, New England wood-shingle siding and classic

white shutters.

than a half mile from Silver Shell town beach and the big bandstand along the town wharf, where summer concerts and other fun activities are regularly held. The Beverly Yacht Club, Sippican Tennis Club, Tabor Academy and Bicentennial Park are also nearby. The home would make a fabulous year-round residence or peaceful vacation retreat. One can relax, go to the beach, play tennis or take their boat out on Sippican Harbor without the worry or hassle that often goes with owning an older home. And because of the smaller-size lot, there’s no need to devout your valuable free time to yard work.

The 2,132-square ft. home has a bright, airy and open floor plan which has inspired its present owners to use a consistent, unifying palette for both the walls and furnishings. There’s a nice continuity of color throughout the home. The simple, yet sophisticated shades create a smooth transition from room to room. Clean, crisp white beadboard dresses several of the walls. Underfoot is wide pine flooring which anchors the home by adding warmth and natural beauty. Contemporary recessed lighting ,

sky lights and ceiling fans have been tastefully placed throughout the rooms. Everything has been carefully chosen to scale. So much so that according to Margot, the owners would consider selling some of the fine furnishings if a prospective buyer was interested in purchasing them along with the home.

A curved, luxurious granite-topped island serves as the hub of the kitchen and offers the resident cook plenty of prep space. It houses a large deep Blanco undermount sink accented with distinctive fixtures. The island is designed to accommodate four seating spaces, great for casual family meals or for extra guests. Local interior designer Peter Mathieu, who owns Kitchen by Design in Fairhaven, designed the gourmet kitchen which is comprised of top-of-the-line appliances. The built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator seamlessly blends in with the home’s quality custom cabinetry. Storage space abounds starting with a sizeable hidden pantry big enough to hold several weeks’ worth of groceries. There’s also a built-in Miele dishwasher, ice maker and microwave. A Viking


range and hood offer the professional performance of a commercial stove right in your very own home. On either side of it are counters topped with the same granite used on the island. Behind, is a generous backsplash faced with a complementary earth tone tile. A charming chandelier accented with candelabra shades hangs in the eat-in kitchen area while a trio of six-over-six, double-hung windows ushers in the morning sun. Nearby, a single French door opens to an inviting screened-in porch, a relaxing spot to sip lemonade on a lazy summer day and enjoy the cool ocean breezes. Also conveniently located off the kitchen, is a tiled half-bath with an elegant pedestal sink and a tiled laundry room with a Maytag high-efficiency front load washer and dryer. Next door, the utility room provides additional storage space. The kitchen’s carefully constructed layout provides an excellent traffic flow to accommodate get-togethers of virtually any size. Merged with the living room, it’s a gathering space ideal for entertaining family and friends.

The expansive, sunken-in living room is flooded with natural light thanks to a soaring ceiling , skylights and a wall of three, eight-over-eight double-hung windows. Across the way, a majestic Palladian window contributes its own share of light. The large wood burning fireplace adds warmth, ambience and elegance. It immediately draws your attention to the center of the great room. High above on one wall

interestingly sits a white panel door. Behind it is an opening to one of the upstairs bedrooms. The door is needed along with a pulley to help transport hefty furniture up to the second floor due to the home’s old-fashioned, narrower staircase. It certainly makes for a great conversation piece among guests.

Just off the kitchen is the formal dining area, which boasts some of the best original architectural features of the historic home. Wooden ceiling beams, antique oak floors, built-in bookshelves, handy storage nooks and a wood burning fireplace all add vintage touches to the comfortable room. Dinner parties are especially cozy when the fireplace is set ablaze on chilly New England nights. Although the room is presently used for formal dining , in the past it has served as a living room as well. It could also be quite easily transformed into a home office or study. The versatile room allows access to the outside via the front door entrance and to the screened-in porch via another single French door.

From the dining room you can take the winding staircase up to the second floor which leads to a small hallway, two lovely bedrooms and a full bath. The upstairs bedrooms are situated in the front of the home which provides plenty of privacy from the rest of it, something that’s especially nice for overnight guests. Both bedrooms are a good size and feature luxurious wall-to-wall carpeting and plenty of


HOME OVERVIEW

Address: 36 South Street

Contact: Margot Kalkanis

Agency: Converse Company Realtors

Telephone: 508-748-0200

Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2.5

Year Built: 1895

Living Area: 2,132

Land Size: .13 acre lot

Price: $885,000

Description: Great location in the center of Marion.

Completely renovated just 5 years ago, this home now

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1 ½ baths. Screened-in porch, laundry room and patio.

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 day. You’ll find more handy storage nooks and a roomy linen closet, too. A special attic fan in the hallway helps to keep the upstairs comfortably cool during the summer months.

Tucked away at the back of the house on the first floor, the sophisticated master suite serves as a tranquil haven. The spacious bedroom has a lofty ceiling and like much of the rest of the home, has a wealth of natural light due to its many windows. Rich wall-to-wall carpeting is underfoot, and generous his and her closets provide ample storage space. Recessed lighting is there when you need it, and a ceiling fan adds the finishing touch to a room that’s simple, yet utterly refined. The adjoining tiled master bath features a space-saving , glass-enclosed stand-up shower with a premier multi-spray showerhead. Warm recessed lighting illuminates the skillfully crafted, stone-countertop vanity with large double sinks and numerous drawers. The room has virtually everything you need to get going in the morning.

This village charmer is in pristine move-in condition. If you’re lucky enough to get the house keys in hand, you can simply unlock the door, unpack your things and make yourself right at home. Quaint coastal living is yours to enjoy.


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T 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

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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


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The house’s mysteries continued to reveal themselves as stories came forth about the different roles the property played in the surrounding community. A seven year old girl used to watch as fancy cars frequented the building in its restaurant incarnation. She vowed that she would one day go there as well. As a

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line appliances are hidden in what appears to be a true colonial kitchen. Gaudette, whose immediate family members are well-versed in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, made the innovative sink feature of a water pump on the kitchen sink which is like a shower-head in function. Together, Adams and Gaudette paired their skills to 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 never see the house done in her lifetime. Yet certainly, it was. Fireplaces were painted white to off-set the wallpaper. Too much color in the room, Adams felt, would blind the observer’s eyes, marring the exquisite detail. He fondly credits his mother, Lucy, for the origins of his passion and talent for the aesthetic. Along for the adventure with Adams and Gaudette is a close friend of Lucy’s, Beverly Cusati. Her great capacity for conversation, good humor and versatility, allows her to be a standing member of their trio which encounters both the incredible

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A True Barefoot stroll to the village center this Charming 4 Bedroom Padanaram Cape is the kind of home where family memories are made. Whether year-round or as a summer get-away good times will be had in this great location. Easy access to Shopping, Marina, Village, Beach and boat launch. Eat in kitchen, living room w/fireplace, 1st Floor MBR, 2 baths, finished lower level, beautiful fenced in yard on a quiet cul de sac, town water and sewerage. Be sure to call for a private showing. $429,900

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R enovated and converted granite building in Middleboro. Spacious floor plan features ten office units with shared receptionist. Fully leased produces an annual gross income of $60,000. Handicap accessibility compliant. Convenient in town location minutes to the MBTA and 495. INVITING PROSPECT FOR INVESTORS. PRICE REDUCED! $525,000 Office space for Rent. Utilities and conference room included. $395 a month.

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When you first come upon it you can’t help but be struck by its beauty. With its ancient Greek

Ionic architecture and impressive scale for its day, First Congregational Church of Middleborough is considered by historians to be one of the most magnificent and picturesque New England churches. In 1827, four acres of land were purchased for what is now the site of the stately meetinghouse and common. Built in 1828 at a cost of $12,000 to $13,000, it is the fourth edifice of what is known as the “Church at the Green.” Its designer, Deacon James Sproat, joined the church in 1816 and was one of the foremost architects of his day. The meetinghouse was dedicated in 1829 with the dedicatory sermon preached by Rev. Lyman Beecher, father of Henry Ward Beecher and Harriet Beecher Stowe. After seeing it, the great American statesman, Daniel Webster, called it “The most beautiful church in New England.” Over the past two years, the one

hundred eighty-one year old landmark has received a lovingly and well-deserved renovation/restoration. Neil Kidney, owner of Alpha Construction of Rochester, had the important job of overseeing the immense project. The results simply speak for themselves.

Beautifully situated at the town’s historic green, First Congregational Church proudly stands 60-feet wide, 85-feet long and 130-feet tall to the tip of the golden vane that glistens in the sunlight as it sits upon the towering spire reaching towards Heaven. Just below, the large bell tower shelters the original church bell, still in excellent working condition today. In earlier times, the tolling of the bell was not only used to tell faithful parishioners to gather for worship but served as a general alarm to alert townsfolk of emergencies. Today, children of the church are often given the welcome job of ringing the bell before and after Sunday worship service.

A massive pediment, the low-pitched triangular gable on the front, and six fluted

Ionic order columns create the majestic portico that shelters two new sets of 12-foot Spanish red cedar doors. Ten new grand Palladian windows, each with one hundred nineteen intricate panes of glass, allow ample light into the expansive sanctuary inside. The term "Palladian" comes from Andrea Palladio, an Italian Renaissance architect whose work inspired some of the most famous buildings in Europe and the United States. Modeled after classical Greek and Roman forms, Palladio's buildings often featured arched openings. The original clapboard siding of the church has been given a fresh coat of traditional white paint. Less noticeable safety and structural upgrades have also been carefully made.

Today, the exterior of the church is nearly identical to what it looked like upon its initial construction. Imagine stables on either side, the dense woods behind it less developed and you’re there…back in the days when horse-drawn carriages lined the green on early Sunday mornings. Behind

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.

it stood the vestry, later named Cummings Chapel, built in 1829. It was often used for special services and still stands today. The church parsonage was erected in 1832, and just nearby on the lower green was the famous Sproat Tavern, the only inn located in that area of Middleborough at the time. For more than two hundred years, it offered hospitality to travelers and townsfolk alike. By law, innkeepers were required to clear the tavern during church services. The men of the church often gathered there after Sunday morning worship. The tavern was taken down in 1898 and the stables removed in the late 1940s. Across the road was the First Parish Cemetery where seven ministers from the church were laid to rest. It was the original churchyard for nearly two hundred years, and to the right of it was the training green for the local militia during the Revolutionary War.

Just inside the church doors is the spacious vestibule. Nearby, encased in a glass case, is the original headstone of Rev. Samuel Fuller (1627-1695), the first minister of the church. Its age-old inscription says “Here lyes buried ye body of ye Rev. Mr. Samuel Fuller who departed this life August ye 17th 1695 in ye 71st year of his age, he was the 1st minister of ye 1st Church of Christ in Middleboro.” At the church’s two hundredth anniversary celebration, one of Rev. Fuller’s descendants, the Honorary William E. Fuller, requested that the church preserve

the headstone for posterity. For many years it had been deteriorating in the Nemasket Hill Cemetery on Plymouth Street from the harshness of New England winters. The congregation chose to care for the headstone and it was replaced with a new one. For centuries, First Congregational Church has honored the life of its first minister, most recently with the opening of Samuel Fuller School in September 2008. Affiliated with the church, the school offers classical Christian education for grades K-3. Classes are held in the Christian Education Building next to the meetinghouse.

In the corner of the vestibule sits an upright or what is often referred to as a “Dickens” desk circa 1850. It was used by Rev. Israel Putnam, minister of the church from 1835-1865. A large tercentennial quilt, designed by Patricia Semrau Holloway and hand stitched by various women in the church in 1994, is prominently hanging in a glass wooden case built by Elder George M. Soule. Photographs of the church’s pastors are on display as well. The church has had just twenty-four ministers over its remarkable history including its present, Pastor Peter Murdy. A 1988 graduate of Gordon-Conwell Seminary College, he has been at the pulpit of First Congregational since 1999. When asked how he feels about being the pastor of a church with such a rich history he replied, “It really is quite an honor. Most churches our age have veered away from the Gospel

of Jesus Christ as it has been historically understood by our forefathers, and they probably consider our failure to follow a defect. But I consider what we have received a treasure to be passed on from generation to generation. As such, I am a steward of something wonderful.”

As you cross into the sanctuary the sheer expansiveness of it is breathtaking. The lofty ceiling stands 30-feet high at its center. Period-style lighting has been installed replacing the antique oil lamps that once lit up the meetinghouse. The lamps were originally fueled by oil or kerosene until being electrified in 1954. They went on to serve as lighting for the church until they were replaced as part of the major renovation. Today, charming candle wall sconces and four exquisite, pewter chandeliers hanging 13 feet from the ceiling give off a warm peaceful glow. The sanctuary’s extraordinary trompe-l’oeil interior, featuring striking Greek-style columns around the room and an elaborate medallion high above, has been superbly restored. The artwork was done by David Bennett and Associates from Boston. Trompe-l'œil, from the French word meaning “to fool the eye,” is a style of painting involving extremely detailed imagery in order to create the optical illusion of three-dimensional objects. The columns are so lifelike, you’re tempted to try to wrap your arms around one.

An elevated mahogany pulpit stands front and center. It is graced with a Christian cross, altar candles and flowers. Two Palladian windows, one on either side of the altar, showcase antique wooden shutters once used for protection from the elements as well as enemies. There are a total of one hundred ten, newly painted wooden box pews in the church. Seating capacity is about four hundred, not including the gallery or balcony seating which could originally accommodate another fifty. In colonial New England, it was quite common for a meetinghouse to have box pews in which families would sit together during worship service. Early churches were not heated so the walls of the box pews would minimize drafts, thus keeping its occupants warmer. Foot stoves, small square tin boxes filled with hot coals, were also often brought to church by parishioners to help ward off the icy chill. Steam heat wasn’t added in the meetinghouse until 1878. Each box pew in First Congregational Church has a lockable door and is adorned with a numbered pew marker plate. Private pews in earlier days gave rise to the practice of numbering them for easy record keeping. A wooden drawer is also fixed to each box pew. It once served as the perfect spot to safe keep the family Bible and hymnal. Today, on any given Sunday, approximately one hundred twenty parishioners, young and old, gather together to share in their Christian faith just as the devout generations did before them. In fact, there are those within the congregation that can trace back their lineage for centuries.

At the rear of the sanctuary is a small historical exhibit added at the church's two hundred and seventy-fifth anniversary in 1969. It’s like a miniature museum. There are original wooden footstools stamped with the name and pew number of parishioners long ago, church keys (circa 1828) and a nineteenth century pastor’s snuffbox. The bow and bridge of a double bass viol (circa 1820-1830) owned by Colonel Southworth Ellis can also be viewed. The bass viol was the first musical instrument accepted for use in the church. There’s even documentation announcing the dedication and sale of box pews to parishioners in order to help fund the building of the present meetinghouse. An ancient seating plan shows the original pew owners of the day. Rounding out the display is a nineteenth century Windsor chair used by Rev. Israel Putnam, old hymnals, Bibles and other interesting antiques. As you exit the sanctuary and return to the vestibule, above the main door is an inscription in praise

of God stating “Great is Thy faithfulness.” Seeing those words from the famous hymn written by Thomas O. Chisholm (1866-1960) seems quite befitting, considering for three hundred fifteen years First Congregational Church has been a faithful witness to the Gospel.

From the vestibule you can take the winding staircase up to the balcony. There you’re met with a panoramic view of the sanctuary below, along with the church’s impressive 1887 Hamill tracker pipe organ. The instrument’s builder, Samuel S. Hamill was apprenticed to several prominent organ builders before opening his own business in Cambridge, Massachusetts around 1861. There he worked for over thirty years, during which time he constructed at least forty-five organs, most of which were located in the northeast United States. It’s a focal point within the sanctuary with its splendid sound and ornately decorated pipes. It was pumped solely by hand until 1950, when members of the Putnam Sewing Circle had an electric motor installed. Until now it has required very little repair. The Board of Trustees recently signed a contract with Lemieux & Associates Pipe Organ Company, Ltd. to renovate it and work began this past September. In the meantime, highly accomplished Music Director, Elizabeth Reilly, plays the church’s 1920 Baldwin grand piano during worship services.

According to well-versed church historian, James MacDonald III, the organizers of First Congregational Church were the sons of the Pilgrim Fathers, nine of whom were transferred from the parent Church at Plymouth. Eight were original members of the Twenty-Six Men’s Purchase, the first purchase of land from the Native Americans, and all lived in Middleborough at the time of the town’s incorporation in 1669. The articles of Christian faith accepted by the congregation followed those laid down by John Robinson, Pastor of the Pilgrim Church in Leyden, Holland. The “Church at the Green” was organized as the “First Church of Christ” on December 26, 1694. Only thirty-one parishes in Massachusetts are older. The first meetinghouse, which stood about one mile northeast of the present site on Plymouth Street, was built by the town in 1680. It stood for twenty years until it was taken down in 1701 and sold for five pounds and two shillings.

The second meetinghouse was built across the street in front of where the Green Schoolhouse now stands. Built in 1700, it served the church for over forty years.

Luke Short, a well-known farmer in the day, worshipped there and joined the church when he was over one hundred years old. He lived to be one hundred sixteen. Short was present at the beheading of King Charles the First in 1649, and he had seen Oliver Cromwell.

The third meetinghouse was built in 1745 and stood about one hundred fifty yards east of the present building. Judge Peter Oliver, the last Chief Justice under the British King and second only in importance to Governor of the Colony, worshipped there. Others included Lieut. Gov. Andrew Oliver, Gov. James Bowdoin and Rev. Thomas Prince. Visitors and speakers also included Sir William Temple and Founding Father, Benjamin Franklin. In 1746 the great revivalist, George Whitefield, preached a powerful sermon in the meetinghouse. It is said the church was so crowded that he had to climb a ladder and enter through a window behind the pulpit just to get in.

Rich in history and Christian faith, First Congregational Church of Middleborough remains committed to the authority of Scripture and to the exaltation of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Its vision is to be a people “Covenanting in Christ to Disciple Our Families and the World.” The church has a traditional worship service focusing on the preaching of the Word of God and sings classical hymns and psalms with a blend of newer hymns and songs. It is a member of both the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference and the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches. In September 2008, an open house was held for the community to present the renovation/restoration and share the church’s many ministries and outreach programs. In the eloquent words of Pastor Murdy, “By God’s grace, this church has continued in His service for over three hundred years. By His grace may this church continue to serve the Lord until He comes. Great is Thy faithfulness!”

First Congregational Church 4 Plympton Street (Route 105) Middleborough, MA 02346508.947.1881fccmiddleboro.orgSunday Services:9am – Sunday School & Adult Dis-cipleship Classes10:15am – Morning Worship

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PLYMOUTH, MA - SPECTACuLAR ViEWS of Great Herring Pond (376 acre FuLL recreation pond), public boat ramp 200ft. away; Custom Built Contemporary Ranch (3124 sq. ft.)-one floor living, hardwood & tile floors throughout home; over 28ft. of custom kit. cabinets; walk-up attic (rough plumbed) for future expansion; central AC & vac.; security system, lawn sprinkler system, 2 car attached garage; home built on hill (professionally landscaped) commanding views of Great Herring Pond .$850,000 508-888-8101

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PLYMOUTH, MA - Exceptional circa 1904 antique colonial. Beautifully restored property boasts 6 bedrooms, refinished oak & maple floors, 2 fireplaces, period mantles & trim, 5 panel pocket doors, flowing floor plan, oversized parlors, formal dining, high ceilings, pool parlor, steam room, hot tub, slate roof, brand new red cedar shingles, resorted trim, gutters, downspouts, new front porch & balcony, captains walk, town sewer & water, Natural Gas heat, Graceful old world charm with all the in town amenities. $699,900 508-746-8100

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February 8 VICTOrIaN VaLeNTINe JubILeeSweeten your families' Valentine celebration at Blithewold Mansion! Similar to one of our children's teas, you will be served tea & cocoa in the mansion's elegant dining room and will be able to sample an array of tastey treats, including chocolate fondue, pastry and a make-your-own chocolate activity with a master chocolatier! You will also have a chance to create your own hand-made Victorian Valentine to give to a loved one. Although best known as a romantic holiday, Valentine's Day is actually a great opportunity for you and your children to express the appreciation you have for one another! Advanced registration

is required. Limited seating, tickets will sell fast! Price: Children $18; Adults $20Members, $25 Non-members. To register call 401-253-2707 ext. 16 or visit www.blithewold.org 1-3pm

February 9 -14“VaLeNTINe’S Day COOKIe DeCOraTING” - Stop by the Bear’s Den Café to decorate a sweet for your sweetie! Join us and create a delicious, edible work of art for Valentine's Day. BUTTONWOOD PARK ZOO 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA Time : 11AM – 3PM. Admission : Zoo fee plus $2/per cookie. Wheelchair Accessible www.bpzoo.org.

February 12 an evening with PauL MISKOVSKy: " behind the Scenes at The Chelsea Flower Show" - Join us for an evening with Paul Miskovsky, and take a visual tour behind the scenes at the Chelsea Flower Show, followed by a wine and cheese reception. Paul Miskovsky is a UMass Stockbridge graduate and the owner of Miskovsky Landscaping Inc. in Falmouth, Massachusetts. He is celebrating his company's 25th year in business. Mr Miskovsky is an award winning landscape designer -- including several "Best Of Shows" at both the New England Spring Flower Show and the Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show -- and is a two-time winner of "The Allen C. Haskell

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February 7botanical Papermaking WorkshopLearn the ancient art of Japanese papermaking through demonstrations and class participation. Traditional plant fibers such as Kozo, Abaca and cotton will be used to create beautiful one of a kind papers. Students will learn the history of papermaking and how it applies to today's recycling issues. Embellishments such as dried flowers, leaves, feathers and yarns will be incorporated into these papers. Students are encouraged to bring any of these items from home. Please dress casually, as this is a "hands-on" workshop and students will get wet! Instructor Robyn Borges has worked as a Textile Designer in the upholstery industry for over 18 years. Recently she graduated from Rhode Island School of Design's Interior Design program. She has been practicing the art of Japanese handmade papermaking for 8 years and enjoys teaching this craft to others. 1- 4 pm Advanced registration is required. Price: $40 Members, $ 45 Non-members. Workshop will take place in the Blithewold Carriage House. To register call 401-253-2707x16 or visit www.blithewold.org


Award" for Horticultural excellence. Mr. Miskovsky will share his experiences while working 11 days in 2007 at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show in London, England. This event is the world's largest and most famous gardening venue. With three cameras on hand at the Show, he has many interesting photos to share! You will see many new plants, trends, combinations, characters, and even a few familiar faces. Miskovsky's garden this year at The Rhode Island Spring Flower and Garden Show is the largest in the show and is inspired by his memories of the 2007 Chelsea Flower Show. 6-7:30 pm Advanced registration is required. Price: $25 Members, $30 Non-members. This event will take place in the Living Room at Blithewold Mansion. To register call 401-253-2707x16 or visit www.blithewold.org

February 1 – February 28 Icescapes: Impressions from the Polar regions -Lucia deLeiris's art takes her to the ends of the earth. From Shackleton Glacier to Elephant Island off the coast of Antarctica, deLeiris finds inspiration in extreme conditions. "Icescapes: Impressions from the Polar Regions by Lucia deLeiris", draws us into the forbidding, yet chillingly beautiful landscapes of Antarctica and the Arctic with paintings, drawings and the artist's field journals. Exhibit runs from

JaNuary 17 - MarCh 29, 2009 Newport Art Museum Address: 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 401-848-8200 hard Passages: Paintings by Lucia O'reilly -O'Reilly begins her work by "drawing with fire" on 400 lb paper, then adds layers of color, text and objects to express her ambivalence about her own religious tradition and her feelings about injustices being committed in the name of fundamentalist religion. The work is built around "hard passages" from the Bible that promote or condone cruelty and violence, the subjugation of women, and slavery. Exhibit runs from

JaNuary 10 - MarCh 22, 2009 The Newport annual - The Newport Art Museum's Annual Members' Juried Exhibition is a stand-out on the regional arts calendar every year. Exhibit runs from February 7 - May 25, 2009. Newport Art

Museum Address: 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 Phone: 401-848-8200 February 13 barry Manilow - 8:00p at Dunkin' Donuts Center, Providence, RI , projoticket, TicketsNow , Dunkin' Donuts Center , One LaSalle Square, Providence, RI 02903 (401) 331-2211 x617

The 3rd annual boatbuilders' Show on Cape Cod - Boaters looking for something other than off-the-rack, production boats will find more than 40 exhibitors and an even larger variety of custom-built sail and powerboats on display under one roof, a showcase of “Made in New England” boat builders. 2/13/2009 Friday 2:00p to 10:00p The Resort & Conference Center at Hyannis

February 13 - 2221st annual Newport Winter Festival - Over 160 individual events, this Festival has become New Englands largest winter extravanganza. Alive with sparkle and excitement, the Winter Festival offers a unique winter experience combining food, music, and entertainment for all ages. A concert series featuring BeatleMania, sandsculptures, a Chili Cook Off, a city-wide Scavenger Hunt, an Ice Sculpting Competition, a Childrens Fair, a Pizza Cook Off, a Martini Contest, Childrens' Block Hunt and a Teddy Bear Tea are just some of the many exciting events designed to celebrate the wonder of winter. Marketing & Events. Address: 28 Pelham Street, Newport, RI 02840 401-847-7666

February 14 “Craft an animal Valentine's Day Card” - Using stamps and stickers, we will create fun Valentine’s Day cards inspired by the animal kingdom. Location : BUTTONWOOD PARK ZOO: 425 Hawthorn St. Time : 1 – 4PM. Admission : Free with Zoo fee. Wheelchair Accessible www.bpzoo.org.

Valentine Colonial Lantern Tour - Take your Valentine on a romantic candlelit Colonial Lantern Tour (weather permitting) Special rate $25 a couple. Tour will combine history and ghost stories with a "romantic" theme. Learn about the courtship of Myles Standish,

the first pilgrim wedding and much more. Call 774-454-8126 for reservations and information. Colonial Lantern Tours www.lanterntours.com Plymouth

Dinner Theatre at John Carver Inn & Spa - The Broadway Exchange performs songs and comedy skits about love and relationships from your favorite Broadway shows including: Chicago, Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Showboat and more. A humorous and touching way to look at love. Call for reservations. John Carver Inn & Spa 25 Summer St., Plymouth, MA 508-746-7100 800-274-1620 www.johncarverinn.com 7:30pm

an evening with Patty Larkin - For Valentine's Day, mvy radio has a put together an event of unforgettable entertainment and music . An Evening with Patty Larkin and Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish Trio- A benefit for the friends of mvyradio at The Elms Mansion in Newport, Valentines Day. Hors d'oeuvres, beer & wine are all included 7pm-11pm. The Elms, Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 508- 693-5000

February 14 romantic Valentine’s Value on the Spirit of boston – Get out on the water this Valentine's Day! Make a romantic memory aboard the vibrant and festive Spirit of Boston and treat the one you love to a bountiful buffet, engaging DJ entertainment, dancing and strolls beneath the stars. On our warm and cozy climate-controlled decks, this special day will be everything you dreamed of, and more. The Spirit of Boston is offering two different nights to wine and dine your Valentine in a way she’ll never forget. Each cruise is so special; it’s a Valentine’s gift all in itself. Make reservation online or call 866.310.2469.

February 14- 15 Sea Creatures in Glass, blaschka Glass Art Exhibit – On exhibit in Cambridge for the first time-- 58 amazingly realistic models of jellies, anemones, octopus -- marine creatures crafted by Leopold and Rudolph Blaschka, glass artists who created Harvard's world famous Ware Collection of Glass Flowers at Harvard University: Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge,

MA Price: Free with admission; $ 9.00 for adults; $ 7.00 for college students and seniors ; $ 6.00 ages 3 to 18; under age 3 are free. (617) 495-3045.

February 14 red Carpet romance: a Valentine's ball - The BYPA and Fabled Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel invite you to a spectacular Valentine's Day experience. This exclusive party offers entertainment, dancing, and a great crowd in the best location in the city at Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, Boston, MA. Price: $50 Age Suitability: 21 and up 138 St. James Ave. Boston, MA 02116 (617) 267-7668February 14 – 15 Southern New england Golf expo - Golf professionals will be in attendance, speaking at seminars and providing tips to improve your golf game. After they speak you can test the advice with custom fit clubs on our indoor putting, chipping and driving areas. Times: Saturday, 10am-7pm/ Sunday, 11am-6pm Location: RI Convention CenterFebruary 15 Disney On Ice 'World of Fantasy - Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's CARS race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and experience the 'Circle of Life' with The Lion King. 3:00p at TD Banknorth Garden, Boston, MA Price: $22.00, $27.00, $32.00, $47.00, $77.00 (Front Row) Phone: (800) 745-3000. Age Suitability: All Ages. February 18 big band Night - Join Larry Brown's Swinglane for an evening of dancing in the Beechwood ballroom. Sponsored by the Beechwood Foundation. 7:30pm Location: Astors' Beechwood Mansion . Address: 580 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840. Phone: 401 846-3772 Fax: 401 849-6998 bb KING and buDDy Guy ONe NIGhT: TWO LeGeNDS - Providence Performing Arts Center Times: 7:30pm Phone: 401-421-ARTS Admission: Tickets: $79.50, $59.50, $49.50

February 19 Winter Fun Family Day- Come to the Haffenreffer Museum's gallery at the Brown University campus for an exciting program developed especially for families during school winter break. Explore the Museum's current exhibition, Believing Africa and learn about the various masks use. 10:00a to 12:00p at Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology, Providence, RI Free admission. Phone: (401) 253-8388. Age Suitability: Kids and up 1-21 Prospect St. Providence, RI 02912 (401) 863-2065

February 19 - 22 2009 rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show - The 2009 Rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show at the Rhode Island Convention Center, celebrates its 16th year. The theme of New England largest flower show is "Gardens of the World" which will dazzle your winter-parched eyes. Pack your bag. Grab your camera and get ready to discover a side of nature you've never seen before. Featured speakers are Ken Druse, Roger Swain and Karl Gercens. Advance tickets are available. Tickets make wonderful holiday gifts, too. Location: RI Convention Center, One Sabin Street, Providence 02903 Phone: 401.253.0246 Admission: $17 at the door, children 6 and under free Times: 10 am to 9 pm.

February 20 Gipsy Kings - House Of Blues, Boston, MA Price: $55.00 7:00p Age Suitability: None Specified Location: 15 Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02215 CTicketmaster February 22, March 29 & April 26 "a Walk In The Woods" - Last Sunday of each Month Blithewold has 33 acres of amazing trails and is a wonderful place to take a hike! We are now offering informal, yet informative walks through the arboretum. Join Assistant Grounds Manager and certified Horticulturist Dan Christina for a "Walk in the Woods" as he explores different topics different topics each month, including evergreens, winter interest plantings, native trees, small trees for the suburban homeowner, street trees in nature, and more! Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore some of Blithewold's collection of over 3000 trees and shrubs! Advanced registration is recommended. Drop-Ins welcome! Price: $FREE for Members, $5 Non-members.

Woodland Walkers will meet will meet at the Carriage House. To register call 401-253-2707x16 or visit www.blithewold.org

February 23 - 24 The boston Globe Travel Show - New England’s biggest and most comprehensive travel expo returns to the Seaport World Trade Center, Boston. Come explore a world of travel options and HUGE savings from more than 200 exhibitors and enjoy: A children’s play area featuring SeaWorld/Busch Gardens’ live animal shows. Culinary stations featuring celebrity chefs and exotic foods from all over the world. Passport services; apply for or renew your passport at the U.S. Postal Service's booth. Informative travel seminars led by the Frommer’s (Frommer’s Guides) and other travel experts. Plus much, much more! The 2009 Boston Globe Travel Show is sure to have something for everyone, so make sure you’re there!

February 21 7th annual Newport bridal Show - See the pages of your Newport Wedding Magazine come to life, plus celebrate Newport Winter Festival with city-wide activities. Whether you are recently engaged or just need a few final details to complete your wedding planning, the Newport Wedding Bridal Show is the bridal event you won't want to miss. Over 70 wedding professionals come together plus 2 fashion shows, prize drawings and special booking discounts. 11am-4:30pm. Rosecliff & Oceancliff 401-841-0200

February 26 “Mediterranean Cuisine" - Is the topic of this exciting class. Learn why they say, "Life is for savoring, and food is a glorious and beautiful expression of life!" Lots of hands-on learning and a mouth watering sit down dinner. Instructions Fee $40/ Material Fee $40. 7pm. Newport Cooks. 205 Spring Street, Newport, RI 02840. 401-848-2010 February 27 “NeW ShaNGhaI CIrCuS” - A breathtaking show of Chinese circus acts filled with fabulous choreography, amazing lighting, enchanting scenery and powerful music. The New Shanghai Circus continues to wow audiences of all ages. ZEITERION PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 8PM Wheelchair Accessible Box Office www.zeiterion.org

Located on route 28 in Middleboro, MA, it's a place reminiscent of the good-ole days when sock-hops and poodle skirts were all the rage. From the outside it doesn't look big; however, the inside is separated into two spacious dining areas. The walls are decorated with ads from the 1950s and movie memorabilia. The booths and chairs are upholstered in red and white, just like they were six decades ago. The mood is light and fun and the food is fantastic! This place transports you back to another time.

This is where you can get a fabulous diner breakfast - you can order from the menu or just order a la carte, they don't mind. They make the biggest, fluffiest, tastiest omelets in the world, I swear. I do not know how they do it - the eggs are cooked completely all the way through, but are still moist without a dry or brown spot anywhere. The fillings are always very generous and their pancakes are large and fluffy as well, delicate and not overcooked.

Dave's Diner established by Dave Fisher and managed by Jack Spinetto, has become a favorite dining experience for the local community with its home cooking, Route 66 décor, friendly service and atmosphere.

Whether you're passing through on your way to the airport or just out and about, stop in at Dave's and enjoy the homemade meatloaf, a juicy hamburger, steaks or seafood, or one of their signature sandwiches or salads. Don't forget to top it off with a hand-packed milkshake! They’re open at 5:30AM seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Listen to your favorite oldies on the juke box while reading the daily paper. Let them spoil you with our great food and service.

The “Oldies but Goodies” – Entrees range from homemade meatloaf served with gravy to fish and chips to boneless fried chicken. Additionally there's a home-cooked meal special every day of the week.

For example, Monday’s dinner special is a choice of baked stuffed pork chops, and a choice between mashed potatoes, vegetable or a fresh lobster roll with French fries and cole slaw. Also available are the turkey burger sliders, three turkey burgers, teriyaki, BBQ & chipotle cheddar served with French fries or chips. Drinks range from water to a milkshake. Desserts, including strawberry shortcake, are to die

for.The prices at Dave’s Diner are

reasonable. It's most expensive meals range from three to twelve dollars. It's a perfect amount of money to spend on a good meal with generous portions...

The service is fast, efficient, and friendly. The staff has been there for years and is very professional - they have developed almost an ESP and know before you do if you want extra butter or napkins, or a refill on your coffee.

The ambiance is retro, but not pretentious, and everything has the appearance of being old to make you feel like it's been there forever.

What's your favorite diner snack, where were you cruisin', your favorite radio station and jock back in the real days? Dig out your time capsule and relive the way it was in the first decade of rock and roll!

Old Time "happy days" diner with memories of “Arnolds” and the Fonz.

"Dave's Diner", which opened in 1998 after being constructed in Florida in 1997, is located on Route 28 in Middleboro. It opens seven days a week, starting with breakfast at 5:30 a.m.

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Dave's Diner is a CLaSSIC diner in every sense.

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