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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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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/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T100000
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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/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Farmers Market\, 151 Alden Road\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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SUMMARY:“Lunch and Learn: Understanding Anxiety” workshop
DESCRIPTION:YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts will hold a free “Lunch and Learn: Understanding Anxiety” workshop on Wednesday\, May 13\, from noon to 1 p.m. at the YWCA\, 20 S. Sixth St.\, New Bedford. \nThe session will focus on practical tools to better understand anxiety and build a sense of calm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch. \nRegistration is available at YWCASEMA.org/events.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/lunch-and-learn-understanding-anxiety-workshop/
LOCATION:YWCA Southeastern Mass\, 20 South 6th St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,Health,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T150429Z
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SUMMARY:Get on the Floor: Understanding Your Pelvic Health lecture
DESCRIPTION:“Get on the Floor: Understanding Your Pelvic Health\, Pelvic Floor 101” takes place on Saturday\, May 2\, at 10 a.m.\, at Yoga Es Vida Collective. The program is led by Dr. Justina Perry. Admission is by donation\, and registration is required.\n\nThe session covers pelvic floor anatomy and how it relates to sexual health\, bladder function\, and bowel health. Instruction on how to perform Kegel exercises will also be included.\n\nTime is set aside for questions\, along with a table of teaching materials and handouts. Cake will be available. A 30 minute restorative practice follows the program.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/get-on-the-floor-understanding-your-pelvic-health-lecture/
LOCATION:Yoga es Vida\, 127 W Rodney French Blvd\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T110000
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SUMMARY:SouthCoast Health Food Pick-Up & Health Screenings
DESCRIPTION:A free food pick up and health screening will be held on April 23 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Family Resource Center\, 128 Union St.\, third floor\, New Bedford. \nSouthcoast Health staff will be on site to share nutrition information and offer blood pressure screenings. The event is open to the public. \nRegistration is available by calling 508-994-4521 or by scanning the QR code.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/southcoast-health-food-pick-up-health-screenings/
LOCATION:Family Resource and Development Center\, 128 Union Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Free,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T173000
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SUMMARY:Monthly “Can We Talk” Healing Circles
DESCRIPTION:Bethel A.M.E. Church is hosting “Can We Talk\,” a monthly gathering focused on community healing and support.\nThe program is available for anyone dealing with stress\, pain\, grief\, or trauma. Attendees are encouraged to  share openly and begin healing as a community.\n\nSessions are held every third Tuesday of the month.  Dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. Conversation and facilitated discussion run from 6 to 7 p.m.\n\nStreet parking is available on Mill Street\, County Street\, and Kempton Street.\n\nQuestions can be emailed to bethelame.nb@gmail.com or directed to 508-997-2410.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/monthly-can-we-talk-healing-circles/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Bethel A.M.E. Church\, 532 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
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SUMMARY:Teens & Screens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries host Laura Gardner\, Teacher Librarian at Dartmouth Middle School\, for a presentation on how screen time impacts kid/teen brains and health.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/teens-screens-workshop/
LOCATION:Dartmouth North Branch Library\, 211 Cross Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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SUMMARY:World AIDS Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Community Health will mark World AIDS Day on Monday\, Dec. 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event centers on remembrance\, reflection\, and hope. It honors people affected by HIV and AIDS and shares resources that support prevention and care. \nA Red Ribbon Remembrance Tree will be available for ribbons in honor of loved ones. A candlelight vigil will follow with a moment of silence and a message of support. Community groups will host tables with information on local services and health resources. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nThe event is free and open to the public. Anyone who wants to learn more or show support is welcome.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/world-aids-day-celebration/
LOCATION:New Bedford Community Health\, 384 Acushnet ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
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SUMMARY:Health Connector Open Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:Open Enrollment is under way. Residents who need coverage before the new year may qualify for earlier enrollment through specific programs or life events. \nDeadline to enroll in a Dec. 1 plan is Nov. 23. More information is available at mahealthconnector.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/health-connector-open-enrollment/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260519T093858
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SUMMARY:PACE Health Access Open Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:Open enrollment runs from November through January 2026\, making this a good time to check your health coverage. The PACE Health Access team can help with applications and renewals for the Massachusetts Health Connector or MassHealth. \nWalk in Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 477 Park Street in New Bedford. Certified Navigators are available to answer questions and guide people through the process. \nCall 508-999-9920 to learn more or get started.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/pace-health-access-open-enrollement/
LOCATION:PACE Community Food Center\, 477 Park Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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