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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T165418Z
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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/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Adriance Furniture Makers\, 288 Gulf Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260812T122300Z
CREATED:20251105T173921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T122300Z
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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/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Rides,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260812T231925Z
CREATED:20251113T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T231925Z
UID:10143699-1791676800-1791763199@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/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T113000
DTSTAMP:20260324T223123Z
CREATED:20260324T223123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T223123Z
UID:10162635-1791711000-1791718200@newbedfordlight.org
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/2026-10-11/
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:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T100000
DTSTAMP:20261006T210925Z
CREATED:20261006T210925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T210925Z
UID:10201700-1791712800-1791712800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Bike tour of the South Coast
DESCRIPTION:Explore the South Coast by bike on a free group ride Sunday\, Oct. 11. Cyclists will meet at the New Bedford MBTA station at 10 a.m. and head out along scenic roads.\n\nThe ride will finish back at the station parking lot. Residents and visitors are welcome\, and registration is requested.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bike-tour-of-the-south-coast/
LOCATION:Whale’s Tooth Parking Lot\, 532 Acushnet Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T220638Z
CREATED:20261002T220638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T220638Z
UID:10201657-1791712800-1791723600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Crepe paper poppies workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop students will create detailed paper poppies using professional-quality crepe paper\, clay\, pastels\, thread\, and paint in this hands-on workshop. \nThe class covers tracing\, cutting\, shaping petals and leaves\, and assembling the flowers with wire\, glue\, and floral tape. Each attendee can complete multiple flowers as time allows. \nThe fee is $45.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/crepe-paper-poppies-workshop/
LOCATION:New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium\, 101 West Rodney French Blvd\, Suite 2-60\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Culture Calendar,Kilburn Mill,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T140000
DTSTAMP:20250614T234757Z
CREATED:20250614T180232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T234757Z
UID:10128194-1791712800-1791727200@newbedfordlight.org
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/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Farmers Market\, 151 Alden Road\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T155347Z
CREATED:20260928T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T155347Z
UID:10201421-1791712800-1791734400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Boo at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Halloween gets a little wild at Boo at the Zoo for three October weekends at Buttonwood Park Zoo. Daylight trick-or-treating runs on Oct. 10-11\, 17-18\, and 24-25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. . \nAlong with candy stops throughout the zoo\, the Halloween fun includes face painting\, a Bubble Fairy\, roaming pirates\, and a dinosaur. Princesses will make appearances on Saturdays\, while Sundays bring roaming Huntrx characters. \nTickets are $15 for adult zoo members and $10 for children ages 2 to 17. Nonmembers pay $20 for adults and $15 for children. Children under 2 are free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/boo-at-the-zoo/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park Zoo\, 425 Hawthorn St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park Zoo,Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Family,Halloween
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260601T184833Z
CREATED:20260601T184215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T184833Z
UID:10166868-1791716400-1791730800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market
DESCRIPTION:The Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market is back for its sixth season on Purchase Street in downtown Fall River. The market is open every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, June 7 through Oct. 25. \nVisitors can browse a mix of local artisans\, crafters\, food vendors\, vintage goods\, and produce vendors\, along with live music.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fall-river-farmers-and-artisans-market-2/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Downtown Fall River\, Old Second Street\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Fall River,Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T180000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200257Z
CREATED:20260922T200257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200257Z
UID:10200208-1791723600-1791741600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Corn maze at Buzzards Bay Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Buzzards Bay Brewing’s 2026 corn maze runs Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 5 through Nov. 1. The 7-acre maze features a movie-themed challenge called “Moovies.” Guests search for movie scenes\, solve rhymes\, and match secret words to films on a game card. \nHours are 1 p.m. to around 6 p.m.\, with last admission about 45 minutes before sunset. Tickets are $12 for ages 12 and older and $9 for ages 4 to 11. Children 3 and younger are free. Tickets are sold at the brewery. \nAn easier outer-edge path is available for those who prefer a shorter walk through the cornfield. The maze closes on rainy days. \nDogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and owners clean up after them.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/corn-maze-at-buzzards-bay-brewing/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Buzzards Bay Brewing\, 98 Horseneck Rd\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Family,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260130T185559Z
CREATED:20260130T185559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T185559Z
UID:10153604-1791727200-1791738000@newbedfordlight.org
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/2026-10-11/
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:20261011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T160000
DTSTAMP:20251221T212252Z
CREATED:20251221T212252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T212252Z
UID:10148346-1791734400-1791734400@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/2026-10-11/
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:20261011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T200000
DTSTAMP:20261007T222234Z
CREATED:20261007T222234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T222234Z
UID:10201719-1791738000-1791748800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Jack Colton McGrath at Cork
DESCRIPTION:Jack Colton McGrath is a singer-songwriter and solo acoustic musician who competed on Season 1 of “American Idol.” on ABC. He has been a professional performer over 10 years. McGrath has built a local following and plays covers and original songs across genres.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/jack-colton-mcgrath-at-cork/
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:20261011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T230000
DTSTAMP:20251114T233854Z
CREATED:20251114T233854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T233854Z
UID:10145552-1791745200-1791759600@newbedfordlight.org
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-2/2026-10-11/
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:20261011T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T220000
DTSTAMP:20251221T211704Z
CREATED:20251221T211704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T211704Z
UID:10148085-1791748800-1791756000@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/2026-10-11/
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:20261011T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T220000
DTSTAMP:20250813T225605Z
CREATED:20250813T225154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T225605Z
UID:10132720-1791756000-1791756000@newbedfordlight.org
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/2026-10-11/
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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