CELEBRATE
Thursday, May 9, at 4 p.m.
DOWNTOWN NEW BEDFORD
AHA! Night: Preservation. Celebration.
There’s so much to admire about our city’s history and architecture. Explore New Bedford’s rich past through art, music, food, and more. It’s all happening this AHA! Night: Preservation. Celebration.
ArtWeek SouthCoast kicks off with the May AHA! Night. Enjoy walking tours, unveiling the new Places that Matter: New Bedford map tool, plein-air (outdoors) painting demonstrations, museum archives, and more. Check out the website for more information. The schedule is updated every day, so check back often.
THEATER
May 10, 11, 17, 18, at 7:30 p.m.
May 11,12, 18, 19, at 2 p.m.
THE STEEPLE PLAYHOUSE
The Play That Goes Wrong
“The Play That Goes Wrong” is a madcap murder mystery wrapped in nonstop slapstick. It is an award-winning gut-busting hit directed by Suzanne Houbre.
Characters include an unconscious leading lady, a corpse who won’t play dead, a ruffled detective, and an accident-prone butler (among others).
General admission is $25 (military, seniors, and students $22).
LEARNING
Tuesday, May 7, from 6–8 p.m.
THE LAST ROUND BAR & GRILLE
New Bedford Science Café
In this presentation, guests Bill Braun, co-founder and executive director of the Freed Seed Federation, and Hannah Traggis, senior scientist and breeding director of the Freed Seed, will discuss “Saving Our Seeds: Seeds In Situ, In the Hands of People.”
Westport’s Freed Seed Federation preserves, adapts, and diversifies place-based seeds.
MUSIC
Saturday, May 11, from noon–4 p.m.
DOWNTOWN FALL RIVER
ArtWeek: We HeART Fall River Festival
This free, family-friendly event will take place on the south side of the Government Center along Sullivan Drive. It includes vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, arts activities, and community resources.
We HeART Fall River is once again pleased to participate in ArtWeek SouthCoast, a 10-day celebration (May 9–19) of the place and presence of the arts in our communities.
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All Hands Exhibit at the Whaling Museum
New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States"All Hands" explores the fascinating link between American whaling and the U.S. Navy. Michael Dyer, Curator of Maritime History, looks at the intersection of whaling and the U.S. Navy from […]
Pathfinders: Paving the Glass Revolution in the U.S.
New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesDale Chihuly and his peers formed a revolutionary force in the U.S. glass revolution, reshaping the perception of glass as a valid medium for sculpture. Since Chihuly founded the Pilchuck […]
Stand Clear the Line: Swordfishing on the SouthCoast
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center 38 Bethel St., New Bedford, MA, United States"Stand Clear the Line: Swordfishing on the SouthCoast," explores the history of swordfishing in New England from tall ships to modern times. Swordfish have been hunted in New England for […]
Reflections Exhibit at The Whaling Museum
New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States"Reflections" asks viewers to consider water’s role in labor and leisure. Photographs in the exhibition provoke questions about how and when we take time to reflect and the water’s particular […]
The Art of Amusement at Gallery X
Gallery X 169 William St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesLike art, humor connects people through laughter and shared experiences and ideas regardless of language or cultural background. Gallery X is hosting The Art of Amusement, an exhibition dedicated to […]
Double Take with Robin Nunes and Barbara Healy
Groundwok 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford, United StatesAn art opening reception at Groundwork Gallery will feature Robin Nunes and Barbara Healy. The Double Take exhibit will be displayed from May 1 to June 1. Drop-ins are welcome […]
Maritime History Exhibition: All Hands! Yankee Whaling and the U.S. Navy
New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United StatesThe maritime history exhibition All Hands! Yankee Whaling and the U.S. Navy will open at the New Bedford Whaling Museum’s Braitmayer Gallery on Sept. 1, 2023, and remain on display […]
ArtWeek: Collage with Us at The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room 22 William Street, New Bedford, MA, United StatesJoin us in creating art in memory of our friend and colleague, Mary Doherty Ross. Whether you knew Mary or not, please take the time to make art, something she […]
ArtWeek: It’s Only Nature Exhibit at WAG
Westport Art Group 1740 Main Road, Westport, MA, United StatesThe Westport Art Group (WAG) Spring Show theme is "It's Only Natural." The judged exhibition will display a diverse variety of media along with the artists' creative interpretations. Visit the […]
Jacob and Jackson at Cisco
Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar 1480 East Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United StatesHear Jacob and Jackson's only performance in March. The local vocal duo plays favorites from the ’50s, ’60s, and beyond.
KidZone at New Bedford Art Museum
New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesThe New Bedford Art Museum provides family-friendly art activities for children between 4 and 12 years old every Sunday.
Bill Santos at Cork
Cork Wine and Tapas 90 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesGuitarist Bill Santos, formerly of the acoustic band Wood n' Wire, will perform live on the main floor.
Somethin’ Else at Play Arcade
PLAY! Arcade 34 Union St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesDave Grew (piano and vocals) and Susan J. Sylvia (lead vocals) are Somethin’ Else. The musical duo covers rock, pop, country, and classic tunes.
Karaoke at Oriental Pearl
Oriental Pearl 576 State St., Westport, MA, United StatesJoin hosts Rick and Joan every Sunday night for karaoke at Oriental Pearl. Come to sing or come to listen. All levels are welcome.
Open Jams at Pour Farm
Pour Farm Tavern 780 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, United StatesAny musician can participate in PFT Open Jams and play on stage with the house band. Bring your instrument, sign up, have fun, and play music
Karaoke at Rose Alley
Rose Alley Ale House 94 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesKaraoke is every Sunday at Rose Alley Ale House from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Maritime History Exhibition: All Hands! Yankee Whaling and the U.S. Navy
New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United StatesThe maritime history exhibition All Hands! Yankee Whaling and the U.S. Navy will open at the New Bedford Whaling Museum’s Braitmayer Gallery on Sept. 1, 2023, and remain on display […]
Wheel Throwing Class: Session ll
New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesDiscover the fundamentals of pottery under the expert guidance of a seasoned ceramist. Participants (18+) will learn how to shape vessels on a pottery wheel and apply glazes to their […]
Ken Richards and Neal McCarthy at Freestones
Freestones City Grill 41 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States"Music Mondays" at Freestones features local musicians Ken Richards and Neal McCarthy. The duo are guitarists, singers, and songwriters. They perform together, lead their own bands, and play as solo […]
Opinionated Trivia at Cask & Pig
Cask & Pig 780 State Rd., North Dartmouth, MA, United StatesDebate the most popular answers to survey questions with your team for a chance to win Cask & Pig gift cards and merchandise.
Maritime History Exhibition: All Hands! Yankee Whaling and the U.S. Navy
New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United StatesThe maritime history exhibition All Hands! Yankee Whaling and the U.S. Navy will open at the New Bedford Whaling Museum’s Braitmayer Gallery on Sept. 1, 2023, and remain on display […]
How Creatives Can Be Seen and Found in a Data-Driven World
Zoom MeetingFollowing up on the newly released report, The Composition of the New Bedford Creative Economy, planning consultant Laurie Zapalac will examine industry classification and occupancy codes. She will also explore […]
Community Conversation: Continuum of care and the road to recovery
New Bedford Downtown Library 613 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United StatesJoin us for a free Community Conversation on "Continuum of care and the road to rehabilitation" at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, in the third floor meeting room of […]
Yoga for Creatives
Co-Creative Center 137 Union Street, New Bedford, MA, United StatesUse the wisdom of the chakras to create creativity and flow. At the Co-Creative Center, Marisol Rosa leads Creative Flow, a beginner-friendly yoga class for members. Pay-what-you-can/donation-based classes are held […]