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SUMMARY:Weekly Targeted Ground Spraying for Mosquitoes
DESCRIPTION:Weekly mosquito spraying in New Bedford begins June 11 and continues through September. Spraying will be done on Thursdays between 2 a.m. and sunrise\, weather permitting.\n\nCrews will target parks and public event spaces\, including Buttonwood Park\, Brooklawn Park\, Fort Taber\, and several downtown locations.\n\nResidents near spray areas may want to close windows overnight before scheduled treatments. Rain or holidays may shift spraying to Friday mornings.\n\nSpraying can also be requested for private property through the Bristol County Mosquito Control Project between June and September.\n\nHealth officials recommend using insect repellent\, wearing long sleeves outdoors at dusk\, and draining standing water around homes to help reduce mosquito activity.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/weekly-targeted-ground-spraying-for-mosquitoes/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260730
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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/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T100000
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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/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Farmers Market\, 151 Alden Road\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T190000
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SUMMARY:United Way of Greater New Bedford's Mobile Market
DESCRIPTION:United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Mobile Market is back\, offering free fresh produce to working residents from July through October.\nProduce is provided by Sharing the Harvest Community Farm\, a program of YMCA Southcoast Dartmouth.\n\nThe market is held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and alternates weekly between two New Bedford locations.\n\nBankFive North\n1724 Acushnet Ave.\nJuly 16\, July 30\, Aug. 13\, Aug. 27\, Sept. 10\, Sept. 24\, Oct. 8\, and Oct. 22.\n\nBankFive South\n160 County St.\nJuly 23\, Aug. 6\, Aug. 20\, Sept. 3\, Sept. 17\, Oct. 1\, Oct. 15\, and Oct. 29.\n\nAdvance registration is required. Markets are held rain or shine but may be canceled in severe weather.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/united-way-of-greater-new-bedfords-mobile-market/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:BankFive Acushnet Ave\, 1724 Acushnet Ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Free,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T190000
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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/2026-07-21/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTSTAMP:20260629T211632Z
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SUMMARY:Eat Local Challenge 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Marion Institute’s Southcoast Food Policy Council is inviting residents to take part in the free 2026 “Eat Local 21 Day Challenge” beginning July 6. \nParticipants will spend 21 days learning how to buy\, prepare\, and eat food grown\, caught\, or produced within 200 miles of home. After registering\, they will receive a daily email with seasonal recipes\, nutrition information\, shopping tips\, and ideas for supporting local farms and food producers. \nThe challenge is designed to help South Coast residents build lasting habits while strengthening connections to the regional food system.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/eat-local-challenge-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T110000
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SUMMARY:Feel Good Fair at UMass Dartmouth
DESCRIPTION:The Feel Good Fair is scheduled for Saturday\, June 6\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, on the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth campus. \nVisitors can find mental health resources\, free food and drinks while supplies last\, yoga on the lawn\, a petting zoo\, and wellness activities. Local organizations will share information on prevention\, recovery\, and community support. \nHosts include the towns of Dartmouth and Westport\, as well as the Southcoast Public Health Collaborative.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/feel-good-fair-at-umass-dartmouth/
LOCATION:UMass Dartmouth\, 285 Old Westport Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,Health,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T090000
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SUMMARY:Sharing Smiles Day at Cortland Dental & Braces
DESCRIPTION:Cortland Dental & Braces will provide free dental care for uninsured and underinsured families during Sharing Smiles Day on May 31 at its office at 137 Hathaway Road in New Bedford.\n\nThe event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will offer dental exams\, limited emergency care\, extractions\, restorative care\, and limited cleanings for children and adults without Medicaid or dental insurance. Advance registration is encouraged.\nSharing Smiles Day is sponsored by Benevis and coincides with National Smile Day. Organizers said the annual volunteer event aims to improve access to dental care and promote healthy habits in underserved communities.\n\nOver the past decade\, the program has provided no-cost dental care to more than 3\,800 patients in several states. More than 380 volunteers across 10 states are expected to take part this year.\n\nMore information and registration are available at Sharing Smiles Day.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sharing-smiles-day-at-cortland-dental-braces/
LOCATION:Cortland Dental
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T190000
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UID:10166247-1780081200-1780095600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual First Responders and Veterans Mental Health Matters event
DESCRIPTION:The second annual First Responders and Veterans Mental Health Matters event is on Friday\, May 29\, from 7 to 11 p.m. at Seaport Waterfront Bar. \nSassyAngel Events and Junior’s Family host the outdoor event. It honors Junior Almeida and raises awareness for first responder and veteran mental health. Organizers share a simple message: no one fights alone. \nAll ages are welcome. Limited seating will be available. A cash bar will be on site\, along with a Chinese auction and a 50/50 raffle. Entertainment will feature Hardwire. \nProceeds will benefit Veterans Transition House and Mission 22. \nA $10 donation is suggested. Contributions can be made in advance via Venmo or at the event.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2nd-annual-first-responders-and-veterans-mental-health-matters-event/
LOCATION:Seaport Waterfront Bar\, 110 Middle Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser,Fundraiser,Fundraising,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T213613Z
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UID:10165100-1778673600-1778677200@newbedfordlight.org
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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DTSTAMP: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
DTSTAMP:20260416T194847Z
CREATED:20260416T194847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T194847Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20251217T163554Z
CREATED:20251028T214353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T163554Z
UID:10137047-1761955200-1769903999@newbedfordlight.org
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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