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SUMMARY:Supper Club of South Coast LGBT Seniors
DESCRIPTION:South Coast LGBT Seniors meets at the Fairhaven Council on Aging on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Email ivy@sclgbtqnetwork.org\nto RSVP. \nThe program partners with Coastline Elderly Services and the Fairhaven Council on Aging to support LGBTQ elders. Activities focus on social connection\, intergenerational programs\, and reducing isolation.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/supper-club-of-south-coast-lgbt-seniors-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Council on Aging\, 229 Huttleston Ave\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,LGBTQ
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SUMMARY:Understanding SOGIE: Sexual Orientation\, Gender Identity and Gender Expression workshop
DESCRIPTION:South Coast LGBTQ+ Network will host the first program in a series exploring sexual orientation\, gender identity\, and gender expression\, or SOGIE. \nPresenters will explain SOGIE from community\, medical\, and mental health perspectives. Adults interested in learning more about the terminology and its meaning are welcome. \nThe free event on Monday\, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m.  at the Rochester Council on Aging. Space is limited. \nRegistration is required at www.sclgbtqnetwork.org/sogie⁠.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/understanding-sogie-sexual-orientation-gender-identity-and-gender-expression-workshop/
LOCATION:Rochester Council on Aging\, 67 Dexter Ln.\, Rochester\, MA\, 02770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Education,Free,LGBTQ
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SUMMARY:Name Change Clinic with South Coastal Counties Legal Services
DESCRIPTION:Join Advocates from SCCLS who will provide legal information and support for individuals seeking to change their name to affirm their gender identity.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/name-change-clinic-with-south-coastal-counties-legal-services/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Public Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,LGBTQ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T180000
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SUMMARY:Pride Party at Yoga es Vida
DESCRIPTION:Pride Party at Yoga es Vida Collective is Sunday\, June 28\, from 3 to 6 p.m. RSVP by June 27. Light snacks\, curated teas\, guided yoga\, sound healing\, and art activities are included.\n\nBring a yoga mat if possible. A limited number of mats will be available. Guests may also bring a journal or art supplies.\n\nThis is a donation-based event with a suggested contribution of $25-$40. No one will be turned away because of an inability to pay.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/pride-party-at-yoga-es-vida/
LOCATION:Yoga es Vida\, 127 W Rodney French Blvd\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,LGBTQ,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T170000
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SUMMARY:AHA! Pride in Downtown New Bedford
DESCRIPTION:AHA! Pride is Thursday\, June 11\, with music\, art\, dance\, and community events across downtown New Bedford. YMCA Southcoast sponsors the event.\n\n\nThe annual Pride Block Party features live performances\, craft vendors\, food trucks\, family activities\, and community art. More than 30 craft vendors and community partners will line Upper William Street from 5 to 8 p.m. Face painting\, aerial arts\, puppet theater performances\, mocktails\, food trucks\, and a live DJ set by Wamptronica are also planned.\n\n– Steeple Playhouse will host a drag show from 6 to 8 p.m. with Queens of the South Coast\, hosted by Crystal Diamonds and Phlegm Mignon. \n– A New Moon Dance Party follows from 8 to 9 p.m. \n\n– Gallery X will feature art exhibitions and a performance by Wicked Queer Puppet Theatre.\n\n– An after-party with DJ Chan starts at 8:30 p.m. at Bento’s Bar & Grill. \nThere will be multiple events and activities throughout downtown\, including: \nFree face painting at the library\, fairies from Ever After Storybook\, activities with 4H\, Sangha Yoga offers a free yoga class\, the Whaling Museum hosts EPIC Southcoast’s Balance & Swing Contradance\, the Fishing Heritage Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary with Sharks Come Cruisin’\, and the Art Museum has two new art exhibits opening plus a film screening. Seafood at Sunset with Rhonda Fazio will be at PLAY Arcade. \nEvents are added daily. The complete schedule can be found at: ahanewbedford.org/next-aha/
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/aha-pride-in-downtown-new-bedford/
LOCATION:Downtown New Bedford\, Union St. /Purchase St. Area\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Culture Calendar,Family,Free,LGBTQ,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Ultima’s first annual Drag Ball at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:Ultima’s first annual Drag Ball is Friday\, June 5. Doors open at 8 p.m. Admission is $10. Guests must be 21 or older with a valid ID.\n\nThe Pride celebration features fierce fashion\, performances\, costumes\, and self-expression. DJ Ryan provides music for the night. Performers include Jen Da Fluid\, Phlegm Mignon\, Izzy Ready\, Vesper\, and Zouquisha Please.\n\nContest categories include Look\, Face\, Vogue\, Feminine Queen\, Butch Queen\, and King. A Lip Sync for Your Life competition and gift card prizes are also planned. Signups begin at 8 p.m.\n\nStreet parking and parking at the Elm Street Parking Garage will be available.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ultimas-first-annual-drag-ball-at-the-vault/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,LGBTQ,Pride,The Vault Music Hall
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SUMMARY:AHA! Night Pride Block Party: Call for Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:The AHA! Night Pride Block Party on June 11 is seeking volunteers and people interested in joining future Pride Block Party planning committees. Anyone who has wanted to be part of the annual celebration now has a chance to get involved.\n\nVolunteer signups are available at bit.ly/AHAPrideVolunteers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/aha-night-pride-block-party-call-for-volunteers/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Culture Calendar,LGBTQ,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T110000
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SUMMARY:Drag Brunch at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:A drag brunch at The Vault is scheduled for Sunday\, May 17\, with no cover charge. \nDoors open at 11 a.m. and the show begins at noon. A breakfast menu will be available. The event is open to guests 21 and older with valid ID. \nOn street parking and the Elm Street Parking Garage are available.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/drag-brunch-at-the-vault-2/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Culture Calendar,LGBTQ,The Vault Music Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T180000
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SUMMARY:Down the Yellow Brick Road: An Evening with Gregory Maguire
DESCRIPTION:An Oz-inspired experience comes to Dartmouth. \nSouthCoast LGBTQ+ Network will host its flagship fundraiser\, “Down the Yellow Brick Road: An Evening with Gregory Maguire\,” on March 28\, 2026\, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Rachel’s Lakeside. \nMaguire\, author of Wicked\, will headline the night. The program features an author presentation\, live performances\, a silent auction\, a cocktail reception and dinner\, plus a costume contest. \nProceeds support the network’s work across the SouthCoast. Tickets and sponsorship information are available at sclgbtqnetwork.org/yellowbrickroad.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/down-the-yellow-brick-road-an-evening-with-gregory-maguire/
LOCATION:Rachel’s Lakeside\, 950 State Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fundraiser,Fundraising,LGBTQ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T120000
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SUMMARY:Drag Brunch at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:Sequins and pancakes go hand in hand on Sunday\, March 8\, 2026\, at The Vault. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the show begins at noon.\nUltima hosts\, joined by local performers Chloe Savage\, Bella Luna\, Jen Dafluid\, and Phlegm Mignon. No cover charge. \nA special breakfast menu will be available as performances unfold. The event is 21-plus with a valid ID required. \nOn-street parking and the Elm Street Parking Garage are available.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/drag-brunch-at-the-vault/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brunch,Comedy,Culture Calendar,LGBTQ,The Vault Music Hall
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