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GOVERNMENT

Thursday, Aug. 20, 7 p.m.
NEW BEDFORD CITY HALL

City Council meeting


The New Bedford City Council meets Thursday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 133 William St. The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.

Agenda: TBA

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EDUCATION

Ongoing
ONLINE

PACE Head Start is accepting applications


PACE Head Start is accepting applications for the September 2026 school year. The free program serves about 200 children ages 3 to 5 from income-eligible families in New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, and Acushnet.

Children must turn 3 by Sept. 1, 2026, to enroll.

Young kids receive early education programs intended to prepare them for kindergarten. Programming includes classroom learning, health services, parent education, family support, and meals and snacks. Part-day and full-day preschool options are available.

Free bus transportation is available for families without transportation. Child care vouchers are accepted for full-day services. Some enrollment spots are reserved for children with special needs.

Applications and information are available at paceheadstart.org or by calling 508-999-1286 or 508-984-3557 or at PACE Head Start locations at 32 Madison St. and 247 Smith St. in New Bedford.

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BUSINESS

Friday, Aug. 21, noon to 1:30 p.m.
NATIONAL CLUB

One SouthCoast Chamber’s Women’s Power Lunch

The next One SouthCoast Chamber’s Women’s Power Lunch is on Friday, Aug. 21, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the National Club in New Bedford.

This is an opportunity to meet other professionals, exchange ideas and build business relationships. Attendees purchase their own lunch.

Business cards are encouraged for prize drawings. Registration is required.

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ENVIRONMENT

Saturday, Aug. 22, from 8 a.m. to noon.
WHITE’S FACTORY

Acushnet River Clean Up

Volunteers are needed to help clear the Acushnet River for the annual herring migration on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 8 a.m. to noon.

The cleanup begins at White’s Factory, 110 Hamlin St., Acushnet. Participants will help remove debris to improve the river’s habitat while learning more about the local watershed.

Participants should wear water shoes or waders and bring towels. The cleanup will be held rain or shine.

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