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HEALTH

Friday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
BUTTONWOOD SENIOR CENTER
FAIRHAVEN COUNCIL ON AGING

Free flu vaccine clinics on the South Coast

SEMA is offering free flu vaccine clinics at several South Coast locations this fall. Standard and high-dose vaccines will be available to members of the public age 18 and older.

• Friday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to noon
Buttonwood Senior Center

• Friday, Oct. 23, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Fairhaven Council on Aging

Please bring an insurance card if you have coverage. No-cost vaccines are available regardless of insurance status.

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HEALTH

Saturday, Oct. 24, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
LAWLER LIBRARY

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous public meeting

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous will hold a public information meeting Saturday, Oct. 24, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Lawler Library, 745 Rockdale Ave., New Bedford.

The 12-step program is for people who identify as having problems with food or eating behaviors. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The meeting is open to the public.

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GOVERNMENT

Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m.
NEW BEDFORD CITY HALL

New Bedford City Council Audit Committee meeting

The New Bedford City Council’s Audit Committee will meet Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Room 214, at City Hall.

Full agenda

Members will consider a proposal requiring monthly expenditure reports from all city departments. The committee will also review a recent mayoral staff hire, including the position, salary, funding source, and hiring process.

The committee will also discuss the city’s health insurance broker and consultant fees. Officials will examine commissions paid over the past three fiscal years.

The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.

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RESOURCES

Oct. 14, 2026 – April 30, 2027
PACE

Home Energy Assistance applications open

PACE is accepting applications for its Home Energy Assistance Program to help eligible households pay for heating.

Applications can be submitted by mail or in person beginning Oct. 13. Online applications will be available starting Nov. 1.

For more information or assistance, call 508-525-4271.

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BUSINESS

Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. to noon
WHITE’S OF WESTPORT

South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker event

The One SouthCoast Chamber and U.S. Small Business Administration will host a free South Coast Capital and Resources Matchmaker event Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at White’s of Westport. Registration is free.

Small business owners, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs can connect with local lenders and business resource organizations. Attendees will learn about funding opportunities, hear from business leaders, and meet directly with lenders and resource partners.

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  • Making Waves at New Bedford YMCA

    New Bedford YMCA 25 S Water St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Making Waves will run throughout October at the New Bedford YMCA, 25 S. Water St. Participants can choose a swimming goal and raise funds as they go. Proceeds will help […]

  • Home Energy Assistance applications open

    PACE 477 Park St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    PACE is accepting applications for its Home Energy Assistance Program to help eligible households pay for heating. Applications can be submitted by mail or in person beginning Oct. 13. Online […]

  • Meet Me 4 Coffee networking session

    SouthCoast Community Foundation 350 Union St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The SouthCoast Community Foundation will host Meet Me 4 Coffee on Friday, Oct. 23, from 9 to 10 a.m. Members of the foundation’s Community Investment Team will join nonprofit professionals […]

  • Dartmouth Farmers’ Market weekly schedule

    St. Mary's Church 789 Dartmouth Street, Dartmouth, MA, United States

    DARTMOUTH -- The Dartmouth Farmers' Market is open weekly on Friday afternoons outdoors at St. Mary's Church into October. The Dartmouth Farmers' Market is centered around locally grown, raised and […]

  • Damien’s Food Pantry open Thursdays, Saturdays

    Damien's Food Pantry 242 Marion Road, Wareham, MA, United States

    WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end […]

  • Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous public meeting

    Lawler Library 745 Rockdale Ave, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous will hold a public information meeting Saturday, Oct. 24, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Lawler Library, 745 Rockdale Ave., New Bedford. The 12-step […]

  • Fairhaven Farmers’ Market schedule

    Fairhaven Farmers Market 151 Alden Road, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    FAIRHAVEN -- The Fairhaven Farmers’ Market will hold a weekly outdoors market on Sundays into October. Look for the bright yellow farmstand at 151 Alden Road. SNAP, HIP, Senior & […]

  • New Bedford City Council’s Ordinance Committee meeting

    New Bedford City Hall 133 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford City Council's Ordinance Committee will meet Monday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. in council chambers at City Hall, 133 William St. Public hearings will address a proposal […]

  • All About Us: Recovery Meetings

    All About Us: Recovery Meetings
    YWCA Southeastern Mass 20 South 6th St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Those on a recovery journey are invited to attend weekly recovery-focused meetings beginning Tuesday, May 26. The meetings aim to provide a supportive space for healing, self-care, and personal growth. […]

  • SYAC Virtual Watch Party

    SYAC Virtual Watch Party
    Zoom Meeting

    Join a vibrant virtual Watch Party hosted by the Statewide Young Adult Council, where young adults connect around mental health and advocacy. Open to individuals ages 16 to 30, the […]

  • Hidden in Plain Sight: A Human Trafficking Awareness Forum

    Bristol Community College 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River, MA, United States

    The Bristol and Plymouth County Commissions on the Status of Women and Bristol Community College will host a human trafficking awareness forum Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. […]

  • Damien’s Food Pantry open twice weekly

    Damien's Food Pantry 242 Marion Road, Wareham, MA, United States

    WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end […]

  • Free flu vaccines at NB YMCAS

    New Bedford YMCA 25 S Water St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Walgreens pharmacy staff will administer free flu shots Thursday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the New Bedford YMCA. Vaccines are available for anyone age 3 and […]

  • NBEDC 2026 Annual Meeting

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Economic Development Council will hold its 2026 annual meeting Thursday, Oct. 29, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling Museum’s Cook Memorial Theater. Discussions […]