Mattapoisett Council on Aging

06/13/2026

Fantastic turn out for a fantastic event. Thank you District Attorney Tim Cruz for your continued support.

06/11/2026

Hotter days are here. Stay safe and avoid heatstroke. Hot weather can be especially dangerous for older adults. Take simple steps to prevent heat-related illness and heat stroke:
💧 Drink water regularly—even if you don’t feel thirsty.
🏠 Stay in air-conditioned spaces during the hottest part of the day.
👕 Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing.
🌳 Limit outdoor activities and seek shade when outside.
📞 Check in on family, friends, and neighbors during heat waves.
⚠️ Watch for warning signs of heat stroke:
• High body temperature
• Dizziness or confusion
• Rapid pulse
• Headache
• Nausea
If someone shows signs of heat stroke, call 911 immediately and move them to a cooler place while waiting for help.
Enjoy summer safely and make staying cool a priority! ❄️💙

06/10/2026

Below you will find the Public Nurse’s contact information and walk-in office hours.

06/04/2026

We were honored to celebrate not one, but two incredible milestone birthdays with surprise parties for two very special residents—a 100th birthday celebration and a 90th birthday celebration! Both residents were completely surprised, making the moments even more memorable. The smiles, laughter, happy tears, and heartfelt embraces filled the room as friends, family, fellow residents, and COA staff members came together to honor these extraordinary individuals and the lives they have lived. Reaching these milestones is a gift, and we feel privileged to help make their special days unforgettable.
At the heart of what we do is celebrating the people who make our community so special. ✨Please join us in wishing these amazing residents a very happy 100th and 90th birthday!

06/01/2026

This Friday, June 5th at 10:30 am, the COA will host Diane Botelho, a seasoned Nantucket bracelet instructor. Join her, as she walks you through the process of weaving your very own Nantucket light ship bracelet. Think of crafting a Nantucket bracelet as weaving a little piece of seaside history, right onto your wrist. While this craft is super rewarding, it definitely calls for a bit of “finger fitness”. It’s a workout for your hands that ends with a gorgeous piece of jewelry! You will choose from all natural materials or add a pop of color with dyed reeds. This is a small, intimate class. To register, questions, call the COA.

05/29/2026

Just TWO WEEKS until Ruta Sepetys visits Mattapoisett!

Bestselling author Ruta Sepetys will be speaking at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church on June 11th at 6 PM. The event is free and open to all! Registration is optional.

Not familiar with Ruta Sepetys and her work? Some of her work includes, "Between Shades of Grey," "Salt to the Sea," and "A Fortune of Sand."

Stop by the Mattapoisett Library to pick up a copy of one of her many bestselling titles. You can also rent an e-book or audiobook by her through Libby.

05/28/2026

Check out the museum’s line up this spring and summer. There’s always something to do or see in Mattapoisett. ❤️

🎶 Hot Club Cheese Roll at Mattapoisett Museum! 🎶

Join us on June 13, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 PM for a lively evening of gypsy jazz, jazz standards, and contemporary favorites with Hot Club Cheese Roll.

Inspired by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, this fun-loving group brings toe-tapping music and plenty of energy to the museum.

📍 Mattapoisett Museum
5 Church St, Mattapoisett, MA

🎟 Purchase tickets here: https://www.mattapoisettmuseum.org/event-info/hot-club-cheese-roll-returns-to-mattapoisett-museum

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and remember their courage with gratitude.

-Mattapoisett will proudly host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony today, Monday, May 25th at 1:30 pm at Center School, 17 Barstow Street. This meaningful community gathering will feature guest speakers, patriotic music by the Showstoppers and the Old Hammondtown Band. At the conclusion of the indoor portion of the event participants will move outside to Barstow Steet for a ceremonial procession to the library, concluding at the town wharf in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.