More than a movie night, the free program includes pre- and post-film discussions with New Bedford film professor Dr. Mocha J. Herrup. The screening begins Thursday, Sept. 10. at 8 p.m. Herrup is a senior lecturer in the Communications, Journalism and Media Department at Suffolk University. They are also an award-winning filmmaker and experienced film […]
Health coach and mindfulness teacher Lauren Masse will lead a 30-minute mindfulness and meditation session Thursday, Sept. 11, at noon. Participants may attend in person or virtually. Registration is optional.
Eric Beau will perform a live, acoustic set with live looping.
Whaling City Collective Community Festival is set for Saturday, Sept. 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Holy Ghost Grounds & Hall, 104 Allens Neck Road, Dartmouth. The free indoor and outdoor festival features artisan vendors, handmade goods, live music, food vendors, family field day competitions, raffles, prizes, and activities for all ages. Organizers […]
Country Fest at Cisco runs Sept. 11 to 13 with live country music throughout the weekend. Activities include free line-dancing lessons, mechanical bull riding, pony rides, and a bouncy house. Country-themed cocktails, sweet treats, candy apples, and spiced confections will also be available. Friday, Sept. 11 5 to 8 p.m. Mechanical bull and line dancing […]
John Mustard, a professor of Earth, environmental, and planetary sciences at Brown University, will speak about the future of space exploration during the New Bedford Science Café. The program runs on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Last Round Bar & Grille. The talk, “Space Exploration: What’s the Point?” will examine NASA’s […]
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 […]
Author Eric Jay Dolin will discuss his 2022 book, “Rebels at Sea: Privateering in the American Revolution,” on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 5:30 p.m. A question-and-answer session will follow. Registration is optional.
Art After Hours is one of the Bernadette Kelly Group’s favorite events of the year. The Marion reception brings together local artists and some of the South Coast’s coolest people. The free summer send-off on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5–7 p.m. will feature Marion artist Caryn Phipps. Guests can view local art and meet creatives […]
United Way of Greater New Bedford's Mobile Market is back, offering free fresh produce to working residents from July through October. Produce is provided by Sharing the Harvest Community Farm, a program of YMCA Southcoast Dartmouth. The market is held on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and alternates weekly between two New Bedford locations. […]
The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts a free Weekly Wellness Walk at 9 a.m. every Saturday at the Buttonwood Park Zoo entrance. Local physicians and wellness professionals lead participants on a walk around Buttonwood Park. Walkers can complete the full route or go at their own pace. Weekly walks are part of the New Bedford […]
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. Wildman will discuss habitat protection, climate adaptation, and how environmental changes affect management of protected land. Participants will meet at the reserve parking lot, about one-tenth of […]
The Sewing and Maker Club will meet Saturday, Sept. 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. The casual group is open to makers of all skill levels. Participants should bring their own projects and supplies. Messy crafts, such as pottery wheels or splatter paint, are not permitted. Snacks to share are optional. No registration is required. […]
The Sunday Book Club will meet Sunday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. in the library’s reading rooms. This month’s selection is “Evensong” by Stewart O’Nan. Copies are available at the library. For more information, email librarian Robbin Smith at rsmith@sailsinc.org.
Free summer yoga in Buttonwood Park is on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. from June 1 through Sept. 28. Certified instructors with the New Bedford Wellness Initiative will lead free outdoor yoga classes for all experience levels. Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel, water, and optional yoga blocks. Classes meet near the Buttonwood Park Arboretum, […]
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network will host the first program in a series exploring sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, or SOGIE. Presenters will explain SOGIE from community, medical, and mental health perspectives. Adults interested in learning more about the terminology and its meaning are welcome. The free event on Monday, Sept. 21 at 6 […]
The New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium is accepting submissions for its "2026 Indoor Mural Slam" at Kilburn Mill. This year’s theme is “Bold Botanicals.” Artists may submit up to three original sketches on Wednesday, Oct. 21 by 11:59 p.m. Two artists will be selected and awarded $1,500 each to create murals inside the mill. […]
The library will celebrate the start of fall Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. Seasonal drinks and snacks, games, a fall craft, music and socializing galore. All ages are welcome. Registration is required.
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 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 […]
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 day for three days for each family member. Households may visit once a month. Pantry is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. […]
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park offers free weekly walking tours through Oct. 11, 2026. Participants meet a ranger or volunteer inside the visitor center or in the garden. Exploring Extraordinary Whales Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Learn about whales’ size, adaptations, communication, and migration, along with their connections to New Bedford’s history and global industries. […]
Universal Participation: Welcome to Yoga meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. The class is open to all abilities, ages, and body types. Instructor Audra Andrade, who lives with low vision, leads the weekly sessions. The class is also suitable for people who are blind or have low vision. Admission is $10. Guests aged 18 to […]
The Well Read Wednesdays Nonfiction Book Group will meet Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 6 p.m. in the Marine Room. This month’s selection is “The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth” by Zoë Schlanger. Copies are available at the library. New members are welcome.
Families can stop by the Mattapoisett Free Public Library on Thursdays from September 17 through October 29 at 10:30 a.m. Each session will include books, music, activities, and crafts, offering the library’s regular Saturday story time experience.
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