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SUMMARY:WHALE's Spring Fling at the Steeple Playhouse
DESCRIPTION:WHALE will host its annual Spring Fling on April 22 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Steeple Playhouse. It is a cocktail party celebrating community\, place and preservation. \nThe evening is casual and come-as-you-are\, with seasonal cocktails and light refreshments. Guests will mingle inside a historic space that WHALE itself restored\, connecting with neighbors\, supporters and local leaders. \nSpring Fling is a chance to gather around the places that shape New Bedford’s identity and its future. Everyone is welcome. Longtime supporters\, first-timers\, partners and neighbors alike. \nTickets are $35 per person; names will be held at the door. Proceeds go toward programs and projects that preserve historic buildings\, strengthen neighborhoods and serve the community. \nFor tickets or information\, call 508-997-1776 or mail payment to WHALE\, 15 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA 02740.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/whales-spring-fling-at-the-steeple-playhouse/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Culture Calendar,Fundraiser,Fundraiser,Fundraising
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SUMMARY:IAC Gala 2026 — Striving for Peace
DESCRIPTION:Community members are invited to gather with the Immigrants’ Assistance Center and its team on Friday\, May 8\, at the Century House in Acushnet for the gala\, Striving for Peace.\n\nA cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m.\, followed by dinner and dancing from 7 to 11:30 p.m.\, with music from a DJ.\n\nThe evening highlights community connection and shared support. Tickets and online sponsorships are available. Proceeds help sustain the center’s ongoing work serving individuals and families in need.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/iac-gala-2026-striving-for-peace/
LOCATION:Century House Inc\, 107 South Main Street\, Acushnet\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Opening of the Bay by Community Boating Center of New Bedford
DESCRIPTION:Opening of the Bay is set for Saturday\, May 9\, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Kilburn Mill on Clark’s Cove. Tickets are $100. \nThe Community Boating Center of New Bedford’s annual fundraiser features dinner\, dancing\, and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the Summer Youth Sailing Program\, which offers scholarships to sailors ages 5 to 24 across Greater New Bedford. \nLast year\, 88% of participants received financial assistance\, helping more kids connect with the city’s waterfront. \nTickets and sponsorships are available at communityboating.org. The organization is also accepting auction donations and looking for volunteers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/opening-of-the-bay-by-community-boating-center-of-new-bedford/
LOCATION:Kilburn Mill\, 127 West Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Community Boating 2026 Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Opening of the Bay\, the Community Boating Center’s annual fundraiser\, is May 9\, 2026. from 6 to 10 p.m. The celebration will be at Kilburn Mill\, with views of Clarks Cove and the center’s waterfront campus \nProceeds support programs that help young people spend time on the water. Sailing\, mentorship\, and leadership development are the focus. The goal is to help kids grow\, both on and off the water. \nTickets include dinner\, dancing\, and a silent auction. It also marks the start of the sailing season. Funds raised support scholarships for the Summer Youth Sailing Program\, which serves ages 5 to 24. In 2025\, 88 percent of participants received financial aid. That support helps more young people participate. \nThe Community Boating Center offers hands-on learning and guidance. Programs are designed to build confidence\, teamwork\, and leadership over time.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/community-boating-2026-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Kilburn Mill\, 127 West Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser,Kilburn Mill
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SUMMARY:One SouthCoast Celebrity Scholarship Dinner
DESCRIPTION:One SouthCoast Chamber will hold a Celebrity Scholarship Dinner on Wednesday\, May 20\, 6 to 8 p.m. featuring former New England Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri. Check-in begins at 5:45 p.m.\n\nThe fundraiser supports scholarships for local students and brings together business and community leaders from across the SouthCoast.\n\nVinatieri is a four-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee. He will share career stories and take part in the scholarship presentation.\n\nTickets are $125 per person or $1\,250 for a table of 10. Dinner\, a silent auction\, and a meet-and-greet are included in the price.\n\nSales end Friday\, May 8 at 4 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/one-southcoast-celebrity-scholarship-dinner/
LOCATION:Venus de Milo\, 75 Grand Army of the Republic Highway\, Swansea\, MA\, 02777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser
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