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SUMMARY:Clark’s Point Neighborhood Association
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor more information\, contact Celine Saraiva at celeine11@comcast.net.\n.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/clarks-point-neighborhood-association/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Wastewater Treatment Plant\, 1000S S Rodney French Blvd\, new bedford
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Politics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T130000
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SUMMARY:Name Change Clinic with South Coastal Counties Legal Services
DESCRIPTION:Join Advocates from SCCLS who will provide legal information and support for individuals seeking to change their name to affirm their gender identity.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/name-change-clinic-with-south-coastal-counties-legal-services/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,LGBTQ
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SUMMARY:Vanishing Ecologies: Nature Walk Protecting a Changing Ecology
DESCRIPTION:DNRT Executive Director Nick Wildman will lead a one-mile guided walk at Slocum’s River Reserve at 9 a.m. Saturday\, Sept. 19. The rain date is Sunday\, Sept. 27.\n\nWildman will discuss habitat protection\, climate adaptation\, and how environmental changes affect management of protected land.\n\nParticipants will meet at the reserve parking lot\, about one-tenth of a mile south of 300 Horseneck Road in Dartmouth\, across from the Sylvan Nursery barn. The walk lasts about one hour. Sturdy shoes and protection from mosquitoes and ticks are recommended.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/vanishing-ecologies-nature-walk-protecting-a-changing-ecology/
LOCATION:Slocum’s River Reserve\, 366 Horseneck Rd.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Environment,Free,Nature,Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
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SUMMARY:Electronics Recycling Event in Westport
DESCRIPTION:An electronics recycling collection will be held Saturday\, Sept. 19\, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, rain or shine\, at Our Lady of Grace Church\, 569 Sanford Road\, Westport. \nResidents from all communities are welcome. Electronics\, appliances\, items with plugs or batteries\, and reusable bicycles will be accepted for recycling. \nPricing \n$5: Small electronics\, computers\, laptops\, printers\, stereos\, radios\, speakers\, game consoles\, lamps\, fans\, cameras\, power tools and holiday lights. \n$10: Small appliances\, vacuums\, toaster ovens\, air fryers\, coffee makers\, sewing machines\, car seats and strollers. \n$20: Monitors\, microwaves\, dehumidifiers\, air conditioners\, large printers\, yard equipment\, artificial Christmas trees and empty propane tanks. \n$25: TVs up to 26 inches\, CRT monitors\, outdoor grills and dorm-size refrigerators. \n$30: TVs 26 to 35 inches\, washers\, dryers\, stoves\, dishwashers\, large appliances\, lawn equipment\, exercise equipment\, generators and water heaters. \n$35: TVs larger than 36 inches\, large refrigerators and riding lawn mowers. \n$40: Projection TVs. \nCellphones\, reusable bicycles\, game media and accessories\, wires\, cables\, chargers\, car and truck batteries\, DVDs\, keyboards and tablets are free. Cash donations are appreciated. \nDrivers should follow the cones and workers’ directions and pull close to the truck or dumpster. Workers will unload items. \nComputer hard drives will be destroyed during recycling. They can be removed on-site for an additional fee. Cash is preferred. Checks are accepted for payments over $30. \nFor questions\, business cleanouts\, or information about hosting a collection\, visit Green Day Recycling or email GreenDayRecyclingMA@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/electronics-recycling-event-in-westport/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Grace\, 569 Sanford Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Recycling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T093000
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SUMMARY:BioBlitz series at Frogfoot Farm
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers can help document plants\, animals\, insects\, fungi\, and other wildlife during the Marion Institute’s BioBlitz from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday\, July 11 and Saturday\, Sept. 19 at Frogfoot Farm in Wareham.\n\nParticipants will use the iNaturalist app to record biodiversity and support community science research. The findings help track the health of the farm’s ecosystem and the impact of ecological farming practices.\n\nMorning refreshments and an orientation will be followed by guided observations and a wrap-up discussion. Directions will be sent before the program.\n\nContact Hannah Traggis at htraggis@marioninstitute.org for registration information.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bioblitz-series-at-frogfoot-farm/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Frogfoot Farm\, 146 Tihonet Road\, Wareham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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SUMMARY:Homebuyers Seminar for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This event is designed to educate Veterans on how to buy a home using VA benefits. \nStaff will be available to answer questions on the VA Home Loan and the process\, VA eligibility\, who can use VA loans\, and Certificates of Eligibility (COE)\, etc.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/homebuyers-seminar-for-veterans/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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SUMMARY:Grant Writing Workshop at Groundwork NB
DESCRIPTION:Feeling like you have a great project idea but need help writing a strong grant proposal? A Grant Writing Workshop will be held Sept. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. The class fee is $40. \nParticipants will receive training from experienced facilitators who have written\, reviewed\, and evaluated hundreds of grant applications.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/grant-writing-workshop-at-groundwork-nb/
LOCATION:Groundwork\, 90 Hatch St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Grants
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T170000
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UID:10162553-1790091000-1790096400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:SYAC Virtual Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join a vibrant virtual Watch Party hosted by the Statewide Young Adult Council\, where young adults connect around mental health and advocacy. \nOpen to individuals ages 16 to 30\, the gathering features guest speakers\, peer-led discussion and networking. \nSessions take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Attendance is free and virtual. \nFor more information\, contact cmills@ppal.net.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/syac-virtual-watch-party/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
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SUMMARY:Harbor Advisory Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Harbor Advisory Committee will meet Wednesday\, Sept. 23 at 5 p.m. at Westport Town Hall. \nThe agenda includes a summer update\, harbor fees and collections\, dock and slip fees\, private and town moorings\, and the state boat ramp. Members will also discuss maintenance\, repairs and staffing. \nOther topics include the pump-out program\, calls and rescues\, the Town Dock feasibility study\, Hix Bridge\, mooring regulations and inspections\, and QR code signs for the state ramp’s new fee. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/harbor-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Westport Town Hall\, 816 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T190000
DTSTAMP:20251204T181408Z
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SUMMARY:Supper Club of South Coast LGBT Seniors
DESCRIPTION:South Coast LGBT Seniors meets at the Fairhaven Council on Aging on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Email ivy@sclgbtqnetwork.org\nto RSVP. \nThe program partners with Coastline Elderly Services and the Fairhaven Council on Aging to support LGBTQ elders. Activities focus on social connection\, intergenerational programs\, and reducing isolation.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/supper-club-of-south-coast-lgbt-seniors-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Council on Aging\, 229 Huttleston Ave\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,LGBTQ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Incremental Development
DESCRIPTION:The Incremental Development Alliance hosts a free lecture at the Whaling Museum on Wednesday\, Sept. 23 from 6–8 p.m. Speaker Marques King will lead the talk and Q&A session\, showing how small projects built America’s best neighborhoods and how to use that approach today.\n\n\nThe session welcomes developers\, residents\, and local leaders. It examines post-World War II planning shifts alongside modern tools to reduce risk\, restore local ownership\, and build resilient communities.\n\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/introduction-to-incremental-development/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
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UID:10198671-1790269200-1790276400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Business After Hours Sponsored by Earnest Consulting
DESCRIPTION:Local professionals can connect during One SouthCoast Chamber’s September Business After Hours\, Thursday\, Sept. 24\, from 5 to 7 p.m.\, at Cisco Kitchen & Bar\, 1482 E. Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford. \nEarnest Consulting Group is sponsoring the event\, which will include food\, drinks\, and informal networking. Attendees may also enter a door prize drawing by submitting a business card. \nAdmission is free for chamber members and $25 for nonmembers. Advance registration is encouraged.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/business-after-hours-sponsored-by-earnest-consulting/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T220000
DTSTAMP:20260811T163728Z
CREATED:20260811T163331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T163728Z
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SUMMARY:Shine On 2026 annual fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Shine On 2026 is on Friday\, Sept. 25\, from 6 to 10 p.m.\, at the Century House in Acushnet. Community Nurse’s annual fundraiser features live entertainment by The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos. \nAppetizers\, dessert\, a wine pull\, a photo booth\, and a silent auction are included. A Portland Getaway Raffle offers a chance to win a two-night stay in Portland\, Maine. Only 100 raffle tickets will be sold. \nGeneral admission is $85. VIP tickets are $125 and include one complimentary drink. The event is open to guests 21 and older. \nProceeds support Community Nurse’s home health care\, hospice\, palliative care\, and community support services across the South Coast. Tickets go on sale Friday\, Aug. 7.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/shine-on-2026-annual-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Century House Inc\, 107 South Main Street\, Acushnet\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T190000
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SUMMARY:Ward 5 Neighborhood Group
DESCRIPTION:This group meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at the Buttonwood Senior Center\, 6 p.m. This meeting is currently chaired by Councilor –At- Large\, Marcus Coward. \nContact: mcoward8@gmail.com
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ward-5-neighborhood-group/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Senior Center\, 1 Oneida Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Neighborhood,Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T025636Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T025636Z
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SUMMARY:Ward 5 Neighborhood Group
DESCRIPTION:This group meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at the Buttonwood Senior Center\, 6 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ward-5-neighborhood-group/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Senior Center\, 1 Oneida Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Neighborhood,Public Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260706T215918Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T215918Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Oasis fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Youth Opportunities Unlimited will hold its fourth annual Autumn Oasis fundraiser on Thursday\, Oct. 15\, at 5:30 p.m. at The Black Whale in New Bedford. Tickets go on sale Wednesday\, July 1.\n\nThe waterfront fundraiser will feature live entertainment\, hors d’oeuvres\, a cash bar\, raffles\, and auctions. Proceeds will support the organization’s after-school programs\, summer adventures\, and youth development initiatives across Greater New Bedford.\n\nFounded in 2004\, Youth Opportunities Unlimited provides hands-on learning through outdoor adventure\, mentorship\, and community engagement. The organization helps young people build confidence\, develop life skills\, and explore new opportunities.\n\nMore information and tickets are available at younb.org/events.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/autumn-oasis-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Black Whale\, 106 MacArthur Drive\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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