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  • WHALE’s Annual Auction at the Johnny Cake Hill Wine Festival

    Johnny Cake Hill New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Waterfront Historic Area League (WHALE) will hold its annual auction in a hybrid format. The auction will start online on September 21 and continue in person on Sunday, October […]

  • Sip & Support fundraiser for Gleason Family YMCA

    Stone Path Malt 11 Kendrick Rd, Wareham, MA, United States

    WAREHAM -- "A Little Bit Country" is the theme of this year's annual Sip & Support fundraiser for  the Gleason Family YMCA. So, throw on your cowboy boots and meet […]

  • 2025 Food Summit to Spotlight Coastal Wastewater Legislation and Aquaculture Resilience

    UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science & Technology 836 South Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Marion Institute’s Southcoast Food Policy Council's annual Food Summit at UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science & Technology is on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. The focus […]

  • The Women’s Center 5K 2025

    Buttonwood Park 425 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Women’s Center will hold its second annual 5K Walk on Saturday at Buttonwood Park. The family-friendly event raises awareness and supports survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Participants […]

  • Sakonnet Vineyard & Lighthouse Animal Shelter Dog Adoption Event

    Sakonnet Vineyard 162 W Main Rd., Little Compton, MA, United States

    Sakonnet Vineyard and New Bedford’s Lighthouse Animal Shelter will partner for their third dog adoption event of the season on Sunday, Oct. 5, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the […]

  • North End Neighborhood Association meeting

    Global Learning Charter School 190 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    North End Neighborhood Association Meets at Global Charter School, first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Check the association's Facebook page for meeting topics. Contact: Scott Pemberton. Contact: scottpemberton245@yahoo.com

  • Empowerment Through Inclusion: Every Voice, Every Ability

    Bristol Community College Fall River 777 Elsbree St., Fall River, MA, United States

    M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc., and Southcoast Health are presenting Empowerment Through Inclusion: Every Voice, Every Ability on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the BCC Commonwealth College […]

  • New Bedford Candidate Forums

    Keith Middle School 225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, United States

    Community members are invited to hear from local candidates running for the New Bedford School Committee and City Council. The School Committee forum will take place on Thursday, October 9, […]

  • Community Conversation with State Representative Mark Sylvia

    Mattapoisett Library 7 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett, MA, United States

    State Rep. Mark Sylvia will lead a community meeting on housing, healthcare, the environment, and the future of the SouthCoast on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Mattapoisett Public Library. The discussion will cover affordable housing, healthcare access, environmental issues, and support for local industries. Residents are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and […]

  • Community Meeting Planned on Proposed Apartment Project

    NAACP Building 25 Cedar St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Ward 4 City Councilor Derek Baptiste will hold a community meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. at the NAACP building on Cedar Street. The discussion will focus on a proposed four-story apartment building next to the historic Daddy Grace Church at Cedar and Union streets. Residents will have an opportunity to share feedback […]

  • Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee meeting

    New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School 1121 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Committee will meet Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. in the Student Forum at 1121 Ashley Blvd. Agenda items include a vote on the 2025–26 weighted lottery admissions policy, discussion of graduation date changes, and an update on the Aviation Program Exploration Committee. The committee will […]

  • College Fair at New Bedford High School

    New Bedford High School 230 Hathaway Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford High School will host a College Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the gymnasium. High school students and their families from across the area are invited to meet college representatives and explore future opportunities. Admission is free. Students can register at strivescan.com to receive a barcode that […]

  • Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative Meeting

    Public Health Department 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, United States +1 more

    The collaborative will meet to review the Public Health Excellence (PHE) Quarter 1 Impact Report and conduct a Fiscal Year 2026 workplan check-in. Other discussion points include nursing and inspector […]

  • The Arnold M. Dubin Labor Education Center 50th anniversary celebration

    Kilburn Mill 127 West Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Arnold M. Dubin Labor Education Center will celebrate its 50th anniversary with its annual awards banquet on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. A reception begins at 6 p.m., followed by a program at 6:30 p.m. The party will be held at Kilburn Mill and will honor Liz Shuler, president of the AFL-CIO, while recognizing five […]

  • Clark’s Point Neighborhood Association

    Clark’s Point Neighborhood Association
    Wastewater Treatment Plant 1000S S Rodney French Blvd, new bedford

    The Clark’s Point Neighborhood Association meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Wastewater Treatment Center. The group focuses on improving safety and quality of life in Ward 6. For more information, contact Celine Saraiva at celeine11@comcast.net. .

  • New Bedford Human Rights Commission Meeting

    New Bedford City Hall 133 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The commission will hear updates from the New Bedford Police Department and the Executive Director’s Report from Marci Pina-Christian. Discussions will include commissioner updates, complaints and case status, and subcommittee reports. Planning will continue for Human Rights Day on Dec. 10, 2025, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 18, 2026. Find the full […]

  • Red Cross Blood Drive

    The American Red Cross is encouraging blood and platelet donations to help maintain a steady supply for patients in need. Blood donations often decline in October as people settle into fall routines, but the need for blood remains constant. Those who donate blood, platelets, or plasma between September 22 and October 19 will receive a […]

  • Safety & Survival Class at SMAST West

    SMAST West 706 South Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Commercial fishermen are invited to a free safety and survival training session. The program covers the use of EPIRBs, signal flares, MAYDAY calls, man overboard recovery, firefighting, flooding and damage control, dewatering pumps, immersion suits, personal flotation devices, and life rafts. The hands-on training is open to all fishermen, including crew members, who want to […]

  • New Bedford Port Authority meeting

    New Bedford Port Authority 123 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Port Authority meets Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, at 5 p.m. Members will hear updates from the executive director, policy and external affairs, and project teams, including reports on facility and marina maintenance, grant activity, and construction projects. The meeting will also include approval of September’s minutes, a welcome for Heather Haggerty, and […]

  • Drill Conductor Certification at SMAST West

    SMAST West 706 South Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The second day of training builds on the Safety and Survival Class with lessons in cold-water survival, helicopter rescues, vessel stability, liability, and emergency procedures. Participants work with U.S. Coast Guard-certified instructors to apply these skills on their own vessels. Training includes creating an emergency station bill and leading monthly onboard safety drills with crew. […]

  • In the Heart of the Sea: Author Talk

    Fairhaven Town Hall 40 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Author and historian Nathaniel Philbrick will speak on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 6:30 p.m. at Fairhaven Town Hall. The free talk opens the Debra Charpentier Lecture Series, honoring a local historian whose work continues to inspire. Philbrick is the National Book Award-winning author of "In the Heart of the Sea," "Mayflower, Valiant Ambition," and "In […]

  • South Coast Stands Up for Nationwide No Kings Day of Protest

    Thousands of residents across the South Coast are expected to participate in the Saturday, Oct. 18 No Kings national day of protest. The event aims to show that, in America, power belongs to the people. No Kings is a grassroots movement that began in June as a peaceful response to a military parade in Washington […]