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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
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SUMMARY:Blue Heron in Flight
DESCRIPTION:Adriance Furnituremakers highlights work by local artisans in the Showroom Gallery. Each piece shows the maker’s style. Each one brings character to the space. \nJohn Magnan shifted to art after an early retirement from a technical career. The change led to studies at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Magnan later earned an MFA in sculpture from UMass Dartmouth. Solo exhibitions have appeared in several locations. Permanent installations stand in hospitals and public spaces. Magnan’s sculpture is also featured at the UMass School of Law. A national collaboration with Eli Lilly and Co. honors clinical trial participants through public art. \nShowroom open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Phone number is 508-993-4800. \n A portion of this sale will be donated to Buzzards Bay Coalition to support efforts to protect the bay. \nAn online portfolio can be viewed at www.johnmagnan.com
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/blue-heron-in-flight/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Adriance Furniture Makers\, 288 Gulf Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T173921Z
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SUMMARY:Free Rides for eligible individuals
DESCRIPTION:Mass 2-1-1 and Lyft have teamed up to offer Relief Rides\, a limited free transportation program for eligible individuals without access to other local options. \nRides are available for critical non-emergency needs such as food access\, short-term work transportation\, and medical or mental health appointments. The service is open to qualified residents in Fall River and New Bedford. \nTrips can be scheduled right away or up to 48 hours in advance. \nTo find out if you qualify\, call 2-1-1 or 877-211-6277 Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-rides-for-eligible-individuals/2026-04-19/
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,Free Rides
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20251113T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T163611Z
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SUMMARY:Cold and Flu Vaccine Reminder
DESCRIPTION:A reminder that flu and COVID cases rise during this season. Vaccines help protect families and reduce severe illness. \nResidents can schedule appointments through state vaccination sites or local providers. Information is available at mass.gov/seasonal-vaccines.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cold-and-flu-vaccine-reminder/2026-04-19/
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20260324T223123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T223123Z
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SUMMARY:Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong classes
DESCRIPTION:Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong classes with David Chosid are held on Sundays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Buttonwood Park Warming House. \nThe sessions focus on gentle movement practices that support flexibility\, balance\, and general well-being. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy\, tai chi and qigong emphasize steady movement and breath. \nNo experience is required. The fee is $15 per class.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/guang-ping-yang-tai-chi-chuan-and-qigong-classes/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park Warming House & Field\, Oneida Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20250614T180232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T234757Z
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SUMMARY:Fairhaven Farmers' Market schedule
DESCRIPTION:FAIRHAVEN — The Fairhaven Farmers’ Market will hold a weekly outdoors market on Sundays into October. \nLook for the bright yellow farmstand at 151 Alden Road. SNAP\, HIP\, Senior & WIC\, FMNP are accepted by some farmers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-farmers-market-schedule/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Farmers Market\, 151 Alden Road\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20260408T175531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T175531Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Brunch with Taylor Cormier at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Taylor Cormier brings classic Sinatra favorites to Cisco a at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday\, April 19. \nSince 2014\, Cormier has brought new energy to jazz and pop standards by Sinatra\, Dean Martin\, and Tony Bennett.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunday-brunch-with-taylor-cormier-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20260130T185559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T185559Z
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SUMMARY:KidZone at NBAM
DESCRIPTION:Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers\, the program offers hands-on projects inspired by current exhibitions\, with time to explore\, create\, and connect.\n\nActivities run from 2 to 5 p.m. each Sunday. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $5 per family.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/kidzone-at-nbam/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Culture Calendar,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20260408T181130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T181130Z
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SUMMARY:Dig Deep Vinyl Bazaar at Rose Alley
DESCRIPTION:Dig Deep Vinyl Bazaar is on Sunday\, April 19\, at 3 p.m. at Rose Alley Ale House until the records run out. Browse more than 6\,000 records. Fill a box and name your price\, with about $1 per record suggested. \nLive vinyl DJs from the Headroom Radio crew and friends will spin all afternoon. \nProceeds support 3rd Eye Youth Empowerment and its work creating an inclusive community space in New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dig-deep-vinyl-bazaar-at-rose-alley/
LOCATION:Rose Alley Ale House\, 94 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fundraiser,Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20251221T212252Z
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UID:10148321-1776614400-1776614400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Pearly Baker at Pour Farm
DESCRIPTION:Pearly Baker is a popular local tribute band performing the music of the Grateful Dead since 1985.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/pearly-baker-at-pour-farm/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Pour Farm Tavern\, 780 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015625
CREATED:20260410T173312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T173312Z
UID:10163752-1776614400-1776619800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Author Forum: "Abolishing War" with Dr. Winston Langley
DESCRIPTION:Author Forum: “Abolishing War” with Dr. Winston Langley debates whether war can be eliminated in today’s global climate. Langley argues that peace and international security are achievable. Sunday\, April 19\, 4 to 5:30 p.m.\, at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven. Admission is free.\n\nLangley will discuss the book\, followed by a conversation with Dr. Deborah Winslow Nutter and a Q&A.\n\nA professor emeritus of political science and international relations at the University of Massachusetts Boston\, Langley brings decades of experience. Nutter is a former senior associate dean and professor at Tufts University’s Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy.\n\nCo-sponsored by Friends of Kalangarai and the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/author-forum-abolishing-war-with-dr-winston-langley/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven\, 102 Green Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Civic Life,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20260410T154709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T154709Z
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SUMMARY:Yoron Israel & High Standards at Acoustic Jazz Concert
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford JazzFest is back with its Acoustic Jazz Series on Sunday\, April 19\, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Steeple Playhouse. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 for adults\, $25 for seniors\, students\, and military\, and $5 for Mass residents. Card to Culture. \nThe concert features Yoron Israel and High Standards in an informal setting with live acoustic jazz and space for conversation. The March 1 date was postponed due to the weather. \nIsrael is a drummer\, composer\, and Berklee College of Music professor. He has performed with Sonny Rollins\, Ahmad Jamal\, and others. He will be joined by Ian Buss\, Laszlo Gardony\, Greg Loughman\, and Nadia Washington.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/yoron-israel-high-standards-at-acoustic-jazz-concert/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20260402T141232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141232Z
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SUMMARY:Les Sampou at Cork
DESCRIPTION:Les Sampou is a singer and songwriter from Boston. She is known for her blend of Americana\, blues\, folk\, and rock. \nSampou began performing in the 1990s and went on to appear at major festivals\, including Montreal Jazz Festival\, SXSW\, and Toronto Blues Festival. \nHer album Lonesomeville reached No. 2 on the U.S. and European Americana charts. Sampou continues to write\, teach\, and perform with both her Americana band and jazz quartet. \nHer New Bedford debut at Cork sold out quickly this past November\, prompting management to book her for a monthly Sunday residency.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/les-sampou-at-cork-3/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Cork Wine and Tapas\, 90 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20260306T204455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T204455Z
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SUMMARY:Mark Masters and Friends at Mikey B's
DESCRIPTION:Comedian Mark Masters brings friends from the Vail Comedy Festival to Mikey B’s on Sunday\, April 19\, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner and drinks will be available. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20-$40. \nThe lineup includes Boston comic Liam McGurk\, whose laid-back\, razor-sharp delivery and inventive material have set him apart. He is the only performer to win both the Funniest Person in Massachusetts and the Boston Comedy Festival competition. \nRhode Island comic Tyler Hittner will also perform\, bringing high-energy routines and fast-paced crowd work that are quickly earning him a reputation as a fresh voice in New England comedy.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mark-masters-and-friends-at-mikey-bs/
LOCATION:Mikey B’s Restaurant\, 989 Victoria St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Cuttyhunk Ferry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20260310T160411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T160411Z
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SUMMARY:Justin Sampson at Bittersweet Farm
DESCRIPTION:Justin Sampson of CarSon Acoustic Duo\, brings a unique perspective to a diverse range of tunes.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/justin-sampson-at-bittersweet-farm/
LOCATION:Bittersweet Farm Tavern\, 438 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20251114T233854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T233854Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke at Oriental Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Sunday night is karaoke night at Oriental Pearl 7 to 11 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-at-oriental-pearl-2/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Oriental Pearl\, 576 State St.\,  Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke,Oriental Pearl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20251221T211704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T211704Z
UID:10148060-1776628800-1776636000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Night Jam Sessions at Pour Farm
DESCRIPTION:Pour Farm hosts jam sessions every Sunday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunday-night-jam-sessions-at-pour-farm/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Pour Farm Tavern\, 780 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T015626
CREATED:20250813T225154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T225605Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke with DJ Estrella at Rose Alley
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke is held every Sunday at Rose Alley Ale House. \nThe fun starts at 10 p.m. and runs until 1 a.m. DJ Phantom spins the music that night.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-with-dj-estrella-at-rose-alley/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Rose Alley Ale House\, 94 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke,Rose Alley Ale House
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