• One Year of Resistance celebration

    Pilgrim United Church of Christ 635 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Humanity at Work and Pilgrim United Church of Christ will mark a year of resistance with an afternoon of music, poetry, food, and conversation on Sunday, March 15, from 2 to 5 p.m. The gathering centers on community voices and creative expression, with a focus on justice, care, and coming together. Admission details and ticket […]

  • 2nd Annual Cachupa Festival

    Verdean Veterans Memorial Hall 561 Purchase St,, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The second annual Cachupa Festival is set for Saturday, March 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Cape Verdean Vets Hall in New Bedford. Cachupa, or kaxupa, carries deep roots in Cape Verdean culture. Recipes are passed down through families, with each cook bringing their own style and pride. One spot remains open for […]

  • Remembrance and Blessing of the Fleet

    The Seamens Bethel 15 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Port Society will hold its annual Memorial Day service on Monday, May 25. A procession begins at 9:30 a.m. at the historic Seamen's Bethel and continues to the waterfront for a 10 a.m. ceremony at Pier 3. The remembrance is held along the historic New Bedford waterfront. It honors veterans, members of […]

  • Community Resource Day at Fall River Public Library

    Fall River Main Library 104 North Main St, Fall River, MA, United States

    Community Resource Day is on Tuesday, May 26, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Fall River Public Library, 104 N. Main St. Local organizations will be on hand to share resources and offer support. Attendees can get help with library cards, notary and passport services, and tech questions. Information on SNAP, housing, health care, […]

  • Spring Into Recovery event

    Fort Taber 1000 Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The fourth annual Spring Into Recovery at Fort Taber is scheduled on Saturday, May 30 from 12 to 3 p.m. The free afternoon includes music, dance, wellness services, and more than 40 resource tables featuring local organizations and service providers. Music will be provided by DJ Bee Mags of WNB One Radio. A Leap of […]

  • Monthly “Can We Talk” Healing Circles

    Bethel A.M.E. Church 532 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Bethel A.M.E. Church is hosting “Can We Talk,” a monthly gathering focused on community healing and support. The program is available for anyone dealing with stress, pain, grief, or trauma. Attendees are encouraged to  share openly and begin healing as a community. Sessions are held every third Tuesday of the month.  Dinner is served at […]

  • We Care Community Health Fair

    New Bedford Community Health 384 Acushnet ave, New Bedford, MA, United States

    New Bedford Community Health will hold its third annual We Care Community Health Fair from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at 384 Acushnet Ave. The free, family-friendly event will feature more than 30 local organizations offering health information, wellness resources, educational materials and connections to community services. Activities include Zumba, music, an ice […]

  • Youth Celebration Day at Magnet Park

    Magnett Park 181 Hillman St. #3, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The sixth annual Youth Celebration Day runs Saturday, Aug. 15from noon to 5 p.m. at Magnet Park, 370 Middle St. This free event features a backpack and school-supply giveaway, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, free food and ice cream, face painting, and rock climbing. DJ E Mags will provide music throughout the afternoon.  All Scholastic Athletic […]

  • Summer Celebration at NBPS Culinary Center

    NBPS Culinary Center 453 North St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Join the NBPS Culinary Center as they celebrate the conclusion of the Summer EATS program with lots of fun activities, a cookout, ice cream and community partners on Friday, Aug. 21 from 4 to 6p.m. 453 North Street, New Bedford.

  • Westend Neighborway cookout and (optional) ride

    Coastal Provisions 142 Arnold St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    SouthCoast Places for People will host a free neighborhood cookout on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. The festivities include a wine tasting at Coastal Provisions and an optional ride along the proposed West End Neighborway. The planned route would create a safer walking and biking connection between the West End and Buttonwood […]

  • Westport 9/11 remembrance ceremony

    Fire Station No. 1 54 Hix Bridge Rd., Westport, MA, United States

    Westport Fire Department will gather Friday, Sept. 11, at 8:30 a.m. at Fire Station No. 1, 54 Hix Bridge Road, to remember the 2,977 people who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and others whose lives were forever changed.

  • Rite of Reflection at Battleship Cove

    Battleship Cove 5 Water Street, Fall River, MA, United States

    Battleship Cove will hold its annual Rite of Reflection from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 9/11 Memorial near the entrance at 5 Water St.in Fall River. The observance honors those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. It will include a wreath-laying and guest speakers. Local […]

  • Community Vigil for Fogo, Cabo Verde

    Our Lady of Assumption Church 47 S. 6th St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    A community vigil will honor those affected by the tragedy on Fogo, Cabo Verde, on Friday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 47 S. Sixth St., New Bedford. Organizers ask attendees to wear white and bring a white candle. Those attending should bring a chair and plan for the […]