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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
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SUMMARY:Free Rides for eligible individuals
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRides are available for critical non-emergency needs such as food access\, short-term work transportation\, and medical or mental health appointments. The service is open to qualified residents in Fall River and New Bedford. \nTrips can be scheduled right away or up to 48 hours in advance. \nTo find out if you qualify\, call 2-1-1 or 877-211-6277 Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-rides-for-eligible-individuals/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Free,Free Rides,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Wellness Walk at Buttonwood Park
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts a free Weekly Wellness Walk at 9 a.m. every Saturday at the Buttonwood Park Zoo entrance. \nLocal physicians and wellness professionals lead participants on a walk around Buttonwood Park. Walkers can complete the full route or go at their own pace. \nWeekly walks are part of the New Bedford Wellness Initiative\, which promotes healthy living and encourages physical activity. \nInformation about upcoming adult wellness programs is available on the New Bedford Wellness Initiative Facebook page and at nbwell.com.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/weekly-wellness-walk-at-buttonwood-park/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000
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SUMMARY:Gather by the Greenhouse at Buttonwood Park
DESCRIPTION:The “Gather by the Greenhouse” event is on Saturday\, Sept. 26\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, near the greenhouse on Fuller Parkway. The rain date is Sunday\, Sept. 27.\n\nFamily activities will include nature-themed crafts\, rock painting\, bird drawing\, sidewalk chalk\, face painting\, and arboretum tours. Free refreshments will also be available.\n\nVisitors can learn about the organization’s work in Buttonwood Park and find information about membership and volunteer support.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/gather-by-the-greenhouse-at-buttonwood-park/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Family,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000
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SUMMARY:"Music In The Woods" at The Lloyd Center for the Environment
DESCRIPTION:The sixth annual “Music in the Woods” concert is on Saturday\, Sept. 26\, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The rain date is Sunday\, Sept. 27.\n\nLive music will be featured along the trails\, including performances by New Bedford Symphony Orchestra musicians and the McMullen & Mallick Jazz Duo. Light refreshments will also be available.\n\nAdmission is free for Lloyd Center members. Nonmember admission is $50 per carload or $10 per walk-in.\n\n Preregistration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/music-in-the-woods-at-the-lloyd-center-for-the-environment/
LOCATION:Lloyd Center for the Environment\, 430 Potomska Rd\, South Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Music,New Bedford Symphony Orchestra,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260809T131636Z
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SUMMARY:Nice Motorbike Show
DESCRIPTION:The Stepping Razor Barbershop and AHA! New Bedford bring you the second annual Nice Motorbike Show on Saturday\, Sept. 26 from noon to 6 p.m. \nThis free downtown block party features rocking live sets by Princess Bleach\, Depression Tropical and Atlantic Thrills. \nThere will also be vendors\, refreshments\, vintage motorcycles and a few hot rods. The family-friendly event takes place on Purchase Street between Union and William streets in downtown New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/nice-motorbike-show/
LOCATION:Stepping Razor Barbershop\, 747 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Festival,Free,Music,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:New No. 7s at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:The New No. 7s is a Connecticut band performing original songs and covers inspired by rock\, blues\, country\, funk\, and soul.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-no-7s-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Free,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T163000
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SUMMARY:Neal & The Vipers at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame inductees Neal & The Vipers will perform Saturday\, Sept. 26 at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the Cisco Brewers Blues & BBQ Fest\, 1482 Rodney French Blvd. \nThe band blends American roots music\, blues\, and rockabilly. The festival begins at 12:30 p.m. with the New No. 7s and concludes with Sugar Ray Norcia at 7 p.m. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/neal-the-vipers-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Free,Music,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Creativity with Watercolors: Seasonal Watercolors w/Lana Quann
DESCRIPTION:Lana Quann of The Wandering Brush will lead a watercolor class on Wednesday\, Sept. 26\, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the New Bedford Free Public Library. Students will make seasonal greeting cards while learning simple watercolor techniques.\n\nNo previous painting experience is required\, and materials will be provided. The free class is open to adults. Registration is required.\n\nA grant from the New Bedford Cultural Council\, a division of the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, supports the program.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/creativity-with-watercolors-seasonal-watercolors-w-lana-quann/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Class,Culture Calendar,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Bedford Cultural Council":MAILTO:newbedfordcc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T190000
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SUMMARY:Neil Vitullo and Matt Martin at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Neil Vitullo and Matt Martin will perform a collection of songs ranging from Neil Young and The Beatles to Jimmy Buffett. Martin is the leader of The Day Drinkers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/neil-vitullo-and-matt-martin-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T190000
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SUMMARY:Sugar Ray Norcia at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Sugar Ray Norcia is a veteran blues singer and harmonica player from Rhode Island\, best known for his work with the Bluetones and Roomful of Blues. He is known for his traditional blues style and soulful vocals.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sugar-ray-norcia-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Free,Music,Outdoors
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