Author Eric Jay Dolin discusses his book "Rebels at Sea: Privateering in the American Revolution" on Wednesday, July 1, at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. Dolin examines the role of private vessels during the American Revolution and their contribution to the fight for independence. The program includes a discussion of the book, followed by a […]
David Goethel is a commercial fisherman, author, and former fisheries management council member. He will discuss his new book, "Endangered Species," on Wednesday, July 8, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center. The book chronicles Goethel's 55-year career in New England's small boat fishing industry. The program includes readings, photos, […]
A discussion with author Robert T. Perschel will focus on "Numinosity: A New England Forester’s Search for the Ineffable," Thursday, July 9, at 6 p.m. at the New Bedford Art Museum. Participants are encouraged to read the book in advance. Numinosity is a collection of essays, stories, and poems drawn from the natural world and […]
James Norman and Daryl Gussin will read from their work on Sunday, July 19 at 7 p.m. at Aviary Books in New Bedford. Local writers Nick LeBlanc and Michael Fournier will also appear. The duo are touring the East Coast with their "Poetry for the Sticky Floor Outside the Venue" series. Their performances a mix […]
Author Dr. Sarah Crabtree and illustrator Melissa "Sawhand" Philley will discuss their graphic novel, "Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy! The Trials of William Rotch," on Wednesday, July 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. A book signing will follow the presentation. A limited number of books will be available to purchase that evening; pre-purchase a copy at […]
Francesca Du Brock will discuss her anthology, How to Survive: Practicing Care in a Changing Climate, from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The collection unites artists, writers, and activists to examine climate change through stories from Alaska. It takes a look at environmental justice, community care, Indigenous […]
The Picnic Book Club will meet on Friday, July 31, at 10 a.m. on the Mattapoisett Free Public Library front lawn. Guests can bring a current read for a casual literary discussion with pastries and light refreshments. Registration is required.
Spinner Publications will mark its 45th anniversary with an author talk featuring Ben Shattuck on Wednesday, Aug. 5 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Wamsutta Club. Shattuck will discuss his acclaimed story collection, "The History of Sound," and the experiences that inspired it. The conversation will explore themes of love, loss, and history, followed […]
Academy Award winner Chris Cooper will join author Ben Shattuck and GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen for a post-screening discussion of The History of Sound Thursday, Aug. 6 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25. Cooper appears in the film as the older Lionel Worthing. Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor star in the production based […]
Captain Jerome Rand shares the story of his 271-day, nonstop solo voyage around the world during the New Bedford Whaling Museum's Sailors' Series on Thursday, Aug. 6. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The lecture runs from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a light reception and book signing. Tickets are $25 for the public and […]
The Summer Reading Book Club meets Friday, Aug. 7, at 3:30 p.m. Read "Sometimes the Girl" before the discussion. Participants will earn raffle tickets for a gift basket giveaway.
Young adult author Jennifer Mason-Black will discuss her novel "Sometimes the Girl" on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 2 p.m. The program includes a presentation and question and answer session. Attendees will also earn raffle tickets for a gift basket giveaway.
Melville in Our Seaport is a four-day literary and cultural festival showcasing Herman Melville and New Bedford’s connection to Moby-Dick. The event unites writers, historians, artists, and scholars. Together, they will explore Melville’s life, the city’s whaling history, and the novel's lasting impact. Attendees can join guided walking tours, author talks, and panel discussions. The […]
Join the New Bedford Downtown Library for a night of community, connection, and conversation inspired by Zora Neale Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God.” The book club is open to adults 18 and older. First published in 1937, the novel tells a Southern love story centered on a strong Black female protagonist. Once out of […]
Author Sarah Crabtree will discuss "Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy!" from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27. The free program is virtual, and registration is required. The graphic history follows Quaker merchant William Rotch, who was accused of treason four times by three governments during the Age of Revolution. His pacifism often put him at […]
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library will launch a new Picnic Book Club on Friday, June 26, from 10 to 11 a.m. on the library front lawn. Participants are encouraged to bring a current book to discuss during the outdoor gathering. Snacks and beverages will be provided, though guests may bring their own. The group will […]
Throughout September, Familius will donate a copy of Lisa Sugarman’s “Surviving: Finding Hope After Suicide Loss” to Samaritans Southcoast for each copy purchased online, through the publisher. Sugarman is a board member and Safe Place facilitator. Learn more or purchase the book
Author Eric Jay Dolin will discuss his 2022 book, “Rebels at Sea: Privateering in the American Revolution,” on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 5:30 p.m. A question-and-answer session will follow. Registration is optional.
The Sunday Book Club will meet Sunday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. in the library’s reading rooms. This month’s selection is “Evensong” by Stewart O’Nan. Copies are available at the library. For more information, email librarian Robbin Smith at rsmith@sailsinc.org.
The Well Read Wednesdays Nonfiction Book Group will meet Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 6 p.m. in the Marine Room. This month’s selection is “The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth” by Zoë Schlanger. Copies are available at the library. New members are welcome.
Historian Seth Rockman will discuss his book, “Plantation Goods: A Material History of American Slavery,” on Thursday, Sept. 24, from noon to 1 p.m. The event is free. Rockman is a professor of American history at Brown University. His research focuses on slavery, labor, capitalism, and material culture. Published in 2024, " Plantation Goods” examines […]
Author Katie Bernet will speak at the library Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2 p.m. Bernet wrote the mystery thriller “Beth Is Dead,” which was selected for Reese Witherspoon’s Sunnie Reads Book Club and has been translated into more than a dozen languages. The program is open to adults and teens. Copies are available at the […]
MFPL Writing Group will meet Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. The session will include brief writing exercises, progress check-ins, readings, peer feedback, and quiet writing time. Registration is not required. Drop-ins are welcome.
Mystery authors Kit Irwin, Edith Maxwell and Sharon Healy-Yang will create an original mystery in real time using audience suggestions during a fast-paced improv program. The program will be held Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 6 to 7 p.m. It is designed for adults. Registration is optional, but priority will be given to those who register. […]
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