Free Rides for eligible individuals
Mass 2-1-1 and Lyft have teamed up to offer Relief Rides, a limited free transportation program for eligible individuals without access to other local options. Rides are available for critical […]
Mass 2-1-1 and Lyft have teamed up to offer Relief Rides, a limited free transportation program for eligible individuals without access to other local options. Rides are available for critical […]
Martha’s Pantry at Grace provides groceries each week to households in Greater New Bedford. The food available includes fresh produce and bread. The goal is to supply three meals a […]
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 […]
Author Forum: “Abolishing War” with Dr. Winston Langley debates whether war can be eliminated in today’s global climate. Langley argues that peace and international security are achievable. Sunday, April 19, […]
Jon and Li Waterman will perform “A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music” on Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m. at the New Bedford Free Public Library. The program blends original songs with historical storytelling. It explores people and events that shaped the blues, country, rock and other forms of American popular music. […]
“A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music” features songs and stories tied to the origins of blues, rock, and country, illustrating how these genres have influenced and reflected major shifts in American music and culture. Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m. Free at the New Bedford Free Public Library. The event is part […]
The People’s Poetry is a free, open forum for poets, spoken word artists, and poetry enthusiasts to share original work and readings that inspire them. Meetings are held at the New Bedford Art Museum on the last Wednesday of each month.
Marc Berger performs Saturday, May 9, at 3 p.m. at the New Bedford Free Public Library. Admission is free. His album RIDE, inspired by the American West, has received national airplay. The concert features songs from the album, along with stories from his time in remote mountain and desert regions. Marc has performed at SXSW […]
An intimate evening of blues and soul will be held on Saturday, May 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Ying Dynasty. The performance is free. Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor performs a mix of blues tradition and soul storytelling rooted in Black American music. His sound moves between slow blues and classic soul grooves, shaped by […]
Curious Figure 3 will be on view during AHA! Night on Thursday, May 14. Hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The reception is part of the citywide arts celebration. Galleries, studios, and cultural groups will present programs across downtown New Bedford. Visitors can stop in throughout the evening. The exhibition features contemporary […]
A discussion on Yellowface by R. F. Kuang is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The program is open to adults 18 and older. The novel follows a writer who claims another author’s work as her own. It explores identity, racism, cultural appropriation, and the pressures of social media. Copies are […]
The Mattapoisett Free Public Library hosts internationally bestselling author Ruta Sepetys on June 11 at 6 p.m. at the Mattapoisett Congregational Church. The first 100 registered attendees will receive a free copy of her new novel, “A Fortune of Sand.”
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