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SUMMARY:PACE Food Center serves Greater New Bedford community
DESCRIPTION:NEW BEDFORD — The PACE Community Food Center is open five days a week\, serving free\, nutritious staples and essential items to residents of the Greater New Bedford community. \nThe schedule is: \nMonday\, 10 am – 2 pm \nTuesday\, 10 am – 2 pm \nWednesday\, 10 am – 2 pm \nThursday\, 2 pm – 7 pm \nFriday\, 10 am – 2 pm \nThe food bank serves residents of New Bedford\, Dartmouth\, Marion\, Rochester\, Mattapoisett\, Fairhaven and Acushnet. Last year\, it served over 10\,000 individuals.   In addition\, it offers emergency food assistance. \nTo sign up for the Food Center\, go to: https://toapply.org/PACE \nThe Food Center  at 477 Park St. is set up as a grocery store where our customers can browse and select their groceries instead of relying on pre-prepared bags. With plenty of shelving and storage space\, customers can choose from various food items when they visit. \nThe center receives donations from individuals\, farms\, and local businesses\, and the Greater Boston Food Bank distributes them to clients. The center provides about a week’s worth of food\, including shelf-stable\, fresh\, and frozen food items once per week. \nDonations and volunteers are sought.  To learn more\, go to:  https://paceinfo.org/programs/food-bank/ \n  \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/pace-food-center-serves-greater-new-bedford-community/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:PACE Community Food Center\, 477 Park Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,volunteering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
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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/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Adriance Furniture Makers\, 288 Gulf Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T173921Z
UID:10141109-1780876800-1780963199@newbedfordlight.org
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/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,Free Rides
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20251113T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T163611Z
UID:10143574-1780876800-1780963199@newbedfordlight.org
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/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T073000
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UID:10157854-1780900200-1780903800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Used Shoe Donations
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Meals & More is collecting gently used shoes for men and women. \nSneakers and boots are preferred. All sizes are accepted. Shoes must not be worn out. \nDonations can be dropped off at Mercy Meals & More Soup Kitchen at Pilgrim United Church
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/used-shoe-donations/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Pilgrim United Church of Christ\, 635 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donations,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T073000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T173100Z
UID:10159422-1780900200-1780903800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Mercy Meals and More: Free Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Meals & More is a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a nutritious start to the day for neighbors in need. \nA hot breakfast is served Monday through Saturday from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Guests are treated with dignity and respect. In addition to free meals\, the organization offers clothing and foot care. Its mission is to foster connection and build a stronger community. \nFor more information\, call 508-264-8183.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mercy-meals-and-more-free-breakfast/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Pilgrim United Church of Christ\, 635 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Soup Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T073000
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UID:10148960-1780903800-1780930800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:City of New Bedford opens Swap Shop at recycling center
DESCRIPTION:NEW BEDFORD — The city of New Bedford is pleased to announce the opening of the Swap Shop\,  a new initiative at the New Bedford Recycling Center that allows residents to drop off and pick up reusable items\, for free. \nThe Swap Shop\, located at 1103 Shawmut Ave.\, is  accepting donations of gently used items\, specifically: books\, tableware (such as dishes and silverware)\, cookware\, and bakeware (like pots\, pans\, and baking sheets). Electronic items and household appliances\, including toasters\, microwaves\, and other plug-in devices\, are not accepted at this time. \nHow it works: \n• All items are free to take.\n• Donations are limited to three items per day and must be approved by a Recycling Center attendant before being dropped off.\n• Items must be clean\, functional\, and in a condition you’d be proud to give—or pleased to receive.\n• The city reserves the right to refuse any item for any reason\, regardless of condition or category. All donations are subject to inspection.\n• Who can participate: The Swap Shop is open to New Bedford residents\, and proof of residency is required. \nSwap Shop hours are year-round (same as Recycling Center): • Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday: 12 – 5 p.m. • Saturday: 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFor more details and information about programs at the Recycling Center\, visit the City’s website at NewBedfordRecycling.org\, or contact Facilities and Fleet Management at (508) 979-1520 or trashandrecycling@newbedford-ma.gov.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/city-of-new-bedford-opens-swap-shop-at-recycling-center/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:New Bedford Recycling Center\, 1103 Shawmut Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Bedford Solid Waste and Recycling":MAILTO:trashandrecycling@newbedford-ma.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20260517T185430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T185430Z
UID:10165997-1780909200-1780934400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Menstrual Access Drive
DESCRIPTION:The community is encouraged to support women and girls through a menstrual access drive addressing period poverty in the region.\nOrganizers have spent years providing advocacy\, education\, and product distribution. More than 800 women and girls received essential hygiene items last year\, helping them attend school and work with dignity. Continued donations are needed to sustain the effort.\n\nSupplies of tampons are currently sufficient. Donations of menstrual pads and new underwear\, with tags or in unopened packages\, are needed.\nDrop-offs are accepted May 14 through June 30\, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.\, at YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts\, 20 South Sixth St.\, New Bedford.\n\nFor more information\, to ask questions\, or to request products\, contact Brittany Coker at BCoker@ywcasema.org or 508-999-3255.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/menstrual-access-drive/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:YWCA Southeastern Mass\, 20 South 6th St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Donations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T170000
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CREATED:20260220T171327Z
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UID:10155874-1780909200-1780938000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Dartmouth Public Library Launches New Seed Library
DESCRIPTION:Gardeners in Dartmouth have a new reason to visit the stacks. \nDartmouth Public Library will launch a free Seed Library on March 2 at both branches. Limited seed packets will be available to help residents get the growing season started. \nThe program encourages gardening\, sustainability\, and local food production. Participants can take seeds\, grow plants\, and save seeds to share. Effort supports biodiversity and helps plants adapt to local conditions. \nSeed donations are now accepted at the Southworth Library. Both commercially packaged and saved seeds are welcome. \nGardening books\, a tool set\, and a garden kneeler are also available to borrow. Supplies are limited. \nFor details\, call Southworth Library at 508-999-0726. \nThe Southworth Library is open Monday through Thursday\, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm\, Friday and Saturday\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm\, and is closed on Sunday. \nThe North Branch Library is open Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm\, Tuesday\, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm\, Thursday 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm and is closed on Friday and Sunday. \nFor more information about the Dartmouth Public Library\, visit dplma.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dartmouth-public-library-launches-new-seed-library/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Southworth Library\, 732 Dartmouth Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T160000
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UID:10152706-1780934400-1780934400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Free Billiards at Lighthouse Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Lighthouse Tavern offers free billiards every Monday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to close. The bar features light fare and drinks. \nLocated at 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-billiards-at-lighthouse-tavern/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Tavern\, 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Pool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T173000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20260330T201954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T012156Z
UID:10166578-1780939800-1780939800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sinatra Nights with Taylor Cormier
DESCRIPTION:Taylor Cormier brings classic Sinatra favorites to Candela Cucina every Monday at 5:30 p.m. \nSince 2014\, Cormier has brought new energy to jazz and pop standards by Sinatra\, Dean Martin\, and Tony Bennett.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sinatra-nights-with-taylor-cormier/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Candela Cucina\, 72 N. Water St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Food,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20260518T182454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T182454Z
UID:10166035-1780939800-1780950600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Hand-building with Clay class
DESCRIPTION:A four-week hand-building with clay class takes place on Mondays from June 1 through June 22 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $210 for members and $235 for nonmembers. Materials are included.\n\nStudents will skip the pottery wheel and work directly with clay using hands-on techniques. Projects may include mugs\, plates\, and sculpted pieces with unique shapes and details. The class also introduces molds and other methods that enable greater creativity and flexibility.\n\nThe course works well for beginners and for those with wheel-throwing experience who want to try something different and build new skills.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/hand-building-with-clay-class/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Class,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20260608T003947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T004002Z
UID:10167075-1780941600-1780941600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford budget hearing
DESCRIPTION:NEW BEDFORD — The city’s Quasi-Committee of the Whole will conduct a budget hearing Monday\, June 8\, at City Hall. \nAgenda items include: Police\, fire\, the Department of Public Infrastructure\, Wastewater Enterprise Fund\, the Zeiterion theater and more. \nSee the full agenda here. 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-budget-hearing/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20260608T003126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T003142Z
UID:10167074-1780945200-1780945200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford City Council special meeting
DESCRIPTION:NEW BEDFORD — A special meeting of the City Council will be held Monday\, June 8\, for final action on two ordinances: \n1. An ordinance\, amending Chapter 9\, Appendix A – Table of Principal Uses Regulations (Passed to a Second Reading – May 12\, 2026.)\n2. An ordinance\, amending Chapter 9\, Appendix B – Table of Dimensional Regulations\, Residential Infill Development and Multiple buildings per lot. (Passed to a Second Reading – May 12\, 2026.) \nSee the full agenda and related documents on the changes here. 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-city-council-special-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T004654
CREATED:20260302T194943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T194943Z
UID:10161213-1780945200-1780948800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Bingo at Ying Dynasty
DESCRIPTION:Ying Dynasty hosts 21+ bingo every Monday night at 7 p.m. on the bar side.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bingo-at-ying-dynasty/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Ying Dynasty\, 724 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bingo,Culture Calendar
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