Damien’s Place will offer free summer snack bags every Friday from June 5 through Aug. 28. Pick up snacks and small surprises from 7 to 10 a.m. while supplies last. The program serves Wareham families. No distribution on June 19 or July 3.
Summer activities run daily at the New Bedford Whaling Museum from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Activities are free with museum admission. Mondays: Revolutionary Moments Commemorate America's 250th anniversary on alternating Mondays: June 29, July 13 and 27, and Aug. 10 and 24. Tuesdays: Lagoda Days Explore above and below deck aboard the Lagoda whaling […]
New Bedford families can visit the New Bedford Whaling Museum free of charge on Wednesday, July 8, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The complimentary admission day is offered in partnership with the New Bedford Police Department. Free parking will be available in the Elm Street Garage.
AHA! Night on Thursday, July 9, from 3 to 10 p.m. brings live entertainment, art, and family fun to Custom House Square and nearby venues. Visitors can watch Big Nazo Puppets, Aerialicious Entertainment, and Smile Factory clowns. They can get their faces painted, hear live music by Stone Gon, stroll the Seaport Art Walk, climb […]
Marion Art Center’s annual "Arts in the Park" outdoor artisan market returns Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bicentennial Park in Marion. The rain date is Sunday, July 12. Nearly 50 local artists and artisans will be featured, selected by the MAC’s exhibitions committee. Works include baskets, ceramics, clothing, collage, fiber […]
The Whaling City Festival will be at Buttonwood Park from Thursday, July 9, through Sunday, July 12, with four days of rides, games, pro wrestling and festival food. Hours are 3 to 9 p.m. on Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Unlimited ride wristbands are available for $30 online and $35 on […]
Mattapoisett Free Public Library will host a Sunset Cinema movie night on Tuesday, July 28 at 6 p.m. on the library lawn. The free screening of “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” is open to all ages. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and snacks. No registration is required.
Bank of America's Museums on Us program offers eligible Bank of America, Merrill, and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders free general admission to participating museums during the first full weekend of each month. In New Bedford, the New Bedford Whaling Museum participates in the program. Visitors can view exhibitions on the city's whaling history, […]
New Bedford’s Feast of the Blessed Sacrament will run from Thursday, July 30, through Sunday, Aug. 2, at Madeira Field. The coveted event showcases Portuguese and Madeiran heritage and attracts visitors from the U.S. and beyond. Festivities begin Thursday, July 30, 6 to 11:30 p.m; Friday, July 31, 5 to 11:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug, 1, […]
Mattapoisett Town Administrator Mike Lorenco reads stories during a special story time at the library. No registration is required.
Mattapoisett Library hosts Family Storytime for all ages on Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. starting June 25 at Munro Park. Bring a blanket and head to the park for stories, rhymes and songs. During inclement weather the program will be held at the library.
Free outdoor concerts for five weeks on the lawn at Fairhaven Town Hall this summer. Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at 40 Center St., weather permitting. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Concert schedule July 9: Blu Lobsta July 16: Pete LaGrange & The Ghost Riders July 23: Butch McCarthy & The Gentlemen […]
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 […]
Celebrate the end of summer with free ice cream provided by The Oxcart. Registration is requested to help plan for attendance.
AHA! Night: Summer in the Seaport turns downtown New Bedford into a playground of live music, art, workshops and free family fun Thursday, Aug. 13 beginning at 4 p.m. . Events continue after dark. Scallopalooza at the Fishing Heritage Center puts local fishermen to the test in a competition to name New Bedford’s best shucker. […]
"New Bedford Rocks the Park" is a series of five free outdoor concerts on Thursdays from July 9 through Aug. 13, 6 to 8 p.m., at Custom House Square. The Whaling History Alliance presents the family-friendly program to promote the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. Here’s this year’s lineup: July 9: Stone Gon — […]
Shakespeare in New Bedford and Reverie Theatre Group will present "Hamlet" on the RJD patio. Performances run on Aug. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly matinees will be held on Aug. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m. Admission is free, and donations will be accepted. The production sets Shakespeare's tragedy […]
The Senhor da Pedra Feast embraces Portuguese faith and heritage for three days at Madeira Field. Festivities include live music, religious observances, and a procession. Here’s the schedule: Friday, Aug. 14: Celebrations begin at 6 p.m. with the raising of the flags and music by Filarmonica do Senhor da Pedra. Thatcher performs at 7 p.m., […]
Storytime is presented with the New Bedford Free Public Library at RJD. Attendees meet inside the mansion for a half hour of stories designed for all ages. Families may take home a craft kit to work on together. Visitors may also stay to tour the house and grounds. Family Storytime is held on the third […]
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.
Shakespeare in New Bedford and Reverie Theatre Group will present "Hamlet" on the RJD patio. Performances run on Aug. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly matinees will be held on Aug. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m. Admission is free, and donations will be accepted. The production sets Shakespeare's tragedy […]
Shakespeare in New Bedford and Reverie Theatre Group will present "Hamlet" on the RJD patio. Performances run on Aug. 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly matinees will be held on Aug. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m. Admission is free, and donations will be accepted. The production sets Shakespeare's tragedy […]
Families can stop by the Mattapoisett Free Public Library for Saturday Storytime on Aug. 22, Aug. 29, and Sept. 5. at 10:30 a.m. Each session will include books, music, activities, and crafts, offering the library’s regular Saturday story time experience.
Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers, the program offers hands-on projects inspired by current exhibitions, with time to explore, create, and connect. Activities run from 2 to 5 p.m. each Sunday. Children must be accompanied by […]
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