Founded in 1850 by Warren Delano II, grandfather of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Riverside is marking its 175th anniversary this year. The rural-style cemetery is known for its landscaped paths […]
Robert Hellström, Ph.D., professor of geography at Bridgewater State University, will speak on “Micro-Climates: How Climate Change is Influencing Local Weather.” He will explain how landscapes create localized climates, shaping […]
This October, get groovy and creative during AHA! Night: Tunes, Treats, and Creative Streets on Thursday, Oct. 9. Downtown will come alive with music, activities, and Halloween fun. One highlight […]
AHA! Night is set for Thursday, Oct. 9, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Whaling Museum. Admission is free, with music, artmaking, and activities for all ages. From 4 to 5 p.m., visitors have full gallery access and a one-hour scavenger hunt to spot hidden whales. Those who find them all earn a treat. […]
SOUL on the MOVE turns New Bedford’s public spaces and community venues into pop-up dance parties celebrating rhythm, culture, and connection. On Thursday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m., the series stops at Gallery X during AHA! Night. The session is powered by WAMPTRONICA, blending Deep Afro Jazz, Soulful House, Rare Groove, Afrobeat, remixed soul and […]
LifeStream and the New Bedford Art Museum present the Annual LifeStream Art Exhibition, Living My Best Life. The show features artwork by participants in LifeStream’s Day Habilitation Program. A special display marks LifeStream’s 50th anniversary. It showcases the history and progress of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The opening reception is part of the […]
Singer-songwriter David Rovics will perform during October’s AHA! Night. The event takes place on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m. Based in Portland, Ore., Rovics has toured internationally since the 1990s, performing at festivals, clubs, and protests. His music often focuses on labor, environmental, antiwar, and social justice movements. He also writes and produces a […]
Author and historian Nathaniel Philbrick will speak on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 6:30 p.m. at Fairhaven Town Hall. The free talk opens the Debra Charpentier Lecture Series, honoring a local historian whose work continues to inspire. Philbrick is the National Book Award-winning author of "In the Heart of the Sea," "Mayflower, Valiant Ambition," and "In […]
FallFest is a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, Halloween performers, and fall-themed activities for all ages. And of course, there’s trick-or-treating for the kids. The Center will be open free of charge from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. It’s the perfect time to explore the exhibits. Kids can join a spooky sea monster scavenger […]
Get ready for a loud and haunting Halloween night at Play Arcade. Wish, Innervein, and Mister 33 bring the metal mayhem on Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. Come in costume and rock the night away. Admission is free.
New Bedford’s Whaling Museum is participating in this month’s Bank of America "Museums on Us" weekend. Cardholders receive free admission with a valid Bank of America, Merrill, or Private Bank card and photo ID. Visitors can view Bristol County: Incarcerated, a new semi-permanent exhibit developed with the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office. The installation traces the […]
Children’s author Stefanie Foster Brown will read her debut picture book, "My Heart Speaks Kriolu," at the New Bedford Art Museum on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 2 to 5 p.m. The story is inspired by her Cape Verdean roots and New Bedford. It will be read in a cozy KidZone classroom setup. After the reading, […]
Project Bread’s Foodsource Hotline provides information about food programs and assistance. Call or text 1-800-645-8333 to speak with a counselor. You can also connect online through the Live Chat feature at the bottom of the Help Directory webpage. Hotline hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. […]
Gallery X will screen Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind on Friday, November 7, as part of Cinema 169. The 1984 animated fantasy by Hayao Miyazaki begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Reservations are recommended but not required. Set a thousand years after the Seven […]
Special Collections Library Assistant MaryEllen Cecil will lead a demonstration on the world’s largest online family history resource. The program is free to access at New Bedford libraries and will highlight key features and record collections for genealogy research.
Melissa “Sawhand” Philley will lead a free hands-on art workshop for ages 12 and up on Saturday, Nov. 8, from noon to 3 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center. Philley is the illustrator of the graphic novel “Quaker, Whaler, Traitor, Spy.” All skill levels are welcome. Some supplies will be […]
Downtown New Bedford comes alive Thursday, Nov. 13, for "AHA! Night: Made in NB." The free event celebrates the city’s creative energy with exhibits and activities throughout downtown. Artisan markets are available at the Harbor Hotel and Co-Creative Center, featuring handmade cards and jewelry. Student artists from UMass Dartmouth and RISD display work at The […]
After AHA! Night, Bento’s in New Bedford will hold a AHA! Night After-Party on Nov. 13, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m. The WAMPTRONICA collective will play a mix of deep Afro jazz and soulful house music. Visitors can grab drinks or small bites while listening or dancing. The after-party is for AHA! Night goers […]
A completely free event in Spanish, designed for entrepreneurs, small businesses and the community at large. Un evento completamente en español y gratuito, diseñado para emprendedores, pequeños negocios y la comunidad en general.
The bazaar offers authentic Lebanese food and pastries along with handmade crafts. Guests can enter raffles, bid in silent auctions, and explore the caravan auction.
"Creative Catalysts" celebrates the interplay and creative exploration that happens when artists of different genres work together. From quilts that map out New Bedford to photographs of seaweed and homemade jigsaw puzzles, this innovative exhibition journeys through questions of perception, inspiration, and connection.
A special screening of "Women of Truth and Courage: The Widows of Kalangarai," by filmmaker Karen Kayser, will be held on Monday, Nov. 17, from 2 to 3 p.m. at Acushnet Public Library. For centuries, many widowed and abandoned women in India have faced social and cultural exclusion. This documentary follows Mrs. Manjula as she […]
The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will screen two short films by Caroline Losneck and Christoph Gelfand on Friday, Nov. 21, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. “Diving for Scallops” (2015) profiles a one-armed Maine fisherman who dives for scallops and has been featured in the New York Times Op Docs and at festivals […]
Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks, Recreation, and Beaches present the Trails of New Bedford monthly hikes this fall. Each month, a new local trail is featured, along with a free guided walk for families who enjoy the outdoors. This month’s hike is at the Ross C. Mathieu Nature Trail in New Bedford. Participants […]
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