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SUMMARY:Senior technology workshop: Misinformation in Media
DESCRIPTION:A senior technology workshop focused on misinformation in media is on Thursday\, July 30\, at 10:30 a.m. at Mattapoisett Free Public Library. The program is sponsored by the library\, ORRHS\, and the North Attleboro Senior Tech Program.\n\nFree technology help services will be available after the presentation.\n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/senior-technology-workshop-misinformation-in-media/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T150000
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SUMMARY:Origami lobster workshop
DESCRIPTION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library will host an origami lobster workshop on Thursday\, July 30 at 3 p.m. Participants ages 16 and older can learn basic folding techniques with Ms. Betsy.\n\nBeginners are welcome. Registration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/origami-lobster-workshop/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T221257Z
UID:10169530-1785436200-1785447000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Jacob Gervais at Sail Loft
DESCRIPTION:Jacob Gervais is a Dartmouth singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose music blends rock\, pop\, and soul. and \nHe is influenced by artists including Elvis Presley\, Otis Redding\, Ed Sheeran\, and John Mayer and performs original songs as well as acoustic selections on guitar and piano.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/jacob-gervais-at-sail-loft/
LOCATION:Sail Loft\, 246 Elm St.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T110000
DTSTAMP:20260713T210912Z
CREATED:20260713T210912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T210912Z
UID:10168876-1785492000-1785495600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Picnic Book Club series
DESCRIPTION:The Picnic Book Club will meet on Friday\, July 31\, at 10 a.m. on the Mattapoisett Free Public Library front lawn.\n\nGuests can bring a current read for a casual literary discussion with pastries and light refreshments.\n\nRegistration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/picnic-book-club-series/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260720T165814Z
CREATED:20260720T165519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T165814Z
UID:10169634-1785574800-1785603600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Bank of America's Museums on Us: NBWM
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nIn New Bedford\, the New Bedford Whaling Museum participates in the program. Visitors can view exhibitions on the city’s whaling history\, maritime heritage\, art\, and the South Coast’s cultural history.\n\nOther Massachusetts museums participating over the holiday weekend include the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem\, Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House in Concord\, The Mount in Lenox\, and the EcoTarium in Worcester.\n\nEligible visitors must present a qualifying credit or debit card and a valid photo ID to receive free general admission.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bank-of-americas-museums-on-us-nbwm/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,History,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001113Z
CREATED:20260723T001113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T001113Z
UID:10169700-1785942000-1785949200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Creative Linocut Printmaking at CVPA
DESCRIPTION:The UMass Dartmouth Art & Design Studios will host a free linocut printmaking workshop on Wednesday\, Aug. 5\, from 3 to 5 p.m. \nParticipants will learn the basics of block printing\, carving linoleum blocks to create original prints on paper or fabric. All materials will be provided\, and attendees may bring a T-shirt to print on. \nRegistration is required and limited to six participants.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/creative-linocut-printmaking-at-cvpa/
LOCATION:UMass Dartmouth CVPA Art & Design Studio (ADS)\, 458 State Road\, Dartmouth\, 02747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Class,Culture Calendar,Free,UMass Dartmouth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T183000
DTSTAMP:20260714T183728Z
CREATED:20260714T183728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T183728Z
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SUMMARY:Open mic at The Shepherd Center
DESCRIPTION:Open mic night is on the first and third Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. \nSign up begins at 6 p.m. Performers of all ages and experience levels are welcome. Up to 10 performers will have 10 minutes each. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/open-mic-at-the-shepherd-center/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:The Shepherd Center\, 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance)\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T213504Z
CREATED:20260713T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T213504Z
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SUMMARY:Jennifer Mason-Black teen author talk
DESCRIPTION:Teens can earn raffle tickets for a themed gift basket connected to the Jennifer Mason Black Author Talk on Saturday\, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. \nTickets are available by checking out “Sometimes the Girl\,” writing a review\, recommending the book\, or attending related programs\, including a craft workshop and book club discussion.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/jennifer-mason-black-teen-author-talk/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Culture Calendar,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T180000
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CREATED:20260723T001734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T001734Z
UID:10169701-1786550400-1786557600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Creative Monoprint Art at CVPA
DESCRIPTION:Explore monoprinting during a free workshop on Wednesday\, Aug. 12\, from 4 to 6 p.m. \nStudents will make one-of-a-kind prints using ink\, textures\, and natural materials such as dried leaves and flowers. No experience is necessary. \nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to six participants.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/creative-monoprint-art-at-cvpa/
LOCATION:UMass Dartmouth CVPA Art & Design Studio (ADS)\, 458 State Road\, Dartmouth\, 02747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Class,Culture Calendar,Free,UMass Dartmouth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T185423Z
CREATED:20260619T184842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T185423Z
UID:10167980-1786561200-1786561200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Westport film series 2026
DESCRIPTION:Four free film screenings are planned through the Westport Cultural Council’s 2026 Summer Film Series. Support for the series comes from the Carol Vidal Cultural Fund. \nWeatherlow Farms will host the first three screenings. Doors open at 6 p.m. Films begin at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. \nThe series opens with “WBCN and the American Revolution” on Wednesday\, July 8. It reviews the influential Boston radio station and its effect on music and culture. Producer Rob Sennott will answer questions after the screening. \nA selection of award-winning short films from the Rhode Island International Film Festival will be shown on Wednesday\, July 22. Executive Director Shawn Quirk will emcee the event and lead a discussion following the films. \nSouth Coast Artists will join the council on Wednesday\, Aug. 12\, for a film about woodworker\, architect\, and furniture maker George Nakashima. The documentary explores his life and work. Filmmaker John Nakashima will participate in a Zoom question-and-answer session. \nOn Wednesday\, Sept. 25\, the series concludes with the Manhattan Short Film Festival. Audiences will view and vote on finalist films from around the world. Venue and time will be announced later. \nAll screenings are free and open to the public. Advance reservations are available. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/westport-film-series-2026/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Weatherlow Farms\, 845 Sodom Rd.\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260720T151455Z
CREATED:20260720T151455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T151455Z
UID:10169625-1786651200-1786651200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:ReelTalk Soylent Green
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Art Museum will screen Soylent Green at 8 p.m. Thursday\, Aug. 13. Admission is free. \nThe 1973 dystopian thriller depicts a future plagued by resource shortages\, environmental decay and stark economic inequality. \nCharlton Heston stars as a New York police detective investigating the murder of a powerful Soylent Corporation board member in a story that blends suspense with social commentary.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/reeltalk-soylent-green/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Museum,Culture Calendar,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260720T152936Z
CREATED:20260720T152810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T152936Z
UID:10169626-1786813200-1786813200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:ReelTalk: Wizard of Oz
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Art Museum will screen The Wizard of Oz on Saturday\, Aug. 15\, at 5 p.m. Admission is free. \nThe 87th anniversary screening is presented in partnership with Cojo’s Toy World. It includes discussions before and after the film led by Dr. Mocha J. Herrup\, a senior lecturer in communications\, journalism and media at Suffolk University\, an award-winning filmmaker and film festival programmer. \nThe 1939 classic follows Dorothy Gale and her dog\, Toto\, as they are swept from Kansas to the Land of Oz\, where they join the Scarecrow\, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion on a journey along the Yellow Brick Road to meet the Wizard.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/reeltalk-wizard-of-oz/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Culture Calendar,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T123000
DTSTAMP:20260325T213129Z
CREATED:20260325T213129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T213129Z
UID:10163160-1787140800-1787142600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Family Storytime at RJD
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nFamilies may take home a craft kit to work on together. Visitors may also stay to tour the house and grounds.\n\nFamily Storytime is held on the third Wednesday of each month. The program is open to all ages with an accompanying adult. Admission is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/family-storytime-at-rjd/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260714T183933Z
CREATED:20260714T183933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T183933Z
UID:10169351-1787164200-1787164200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Open mic at The Shepherd Center
DESCRIPTION:Open mic night is on the first and third Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. \nSign up begins at 6 p.m. Performers of all ages and experience levels are welcome. Up to 10 performers will have 10 minutes each. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/open-mic-at-the-shepherd-center-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:The Shepherd Center\, 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance)\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T211912Z
CREATED:20260713T211912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T211912Z
UID:10168877-1787392800-1787407200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Plant swap
DESCRIPTION:Mattapoisett Free Public Library will host a Plant Swap on Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nGuests can bring healthy\, pest free plants to trade. Plants should be easy to carry and labeled with the plant type when possible. \nNo registration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/plant-swap/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260720T154909Z
CREATED:20260720T154909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T154909Z
UID:10169627-1788285600-1788285600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:ReelTalk: Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Art Museum will screen Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope on Tuesday\, Sept. 1 at 6 p.m.\n\nThe free event is presented in partnership with Cojo’s Toy World and includes a discussion before and after the film led by Dr. Mocha J. Herrup\, a senior lecturer in Suffolk University’s Communications\, Journalism\, and Media Department\, award-winning filmmaker\, and film festival programmer.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/reeltalk-star-wars-episode-iv-a-new-hope/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Culture Calendar,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260712T182935Z
CREATED:20260712T182935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T182935Z
UID:10168850-1789210800-1789232400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Whaling City Collective Community Festival
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nThe 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 are seeking up to 30 local vendors to participate.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/whaling-city-collective-community-festival/
LOCATION:Holy Ghost Grounds & Hall\, 104 Allens Neck Rd.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Festival,Free,Outdoors
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