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SUMMARY:Yoga at Haskell Garden
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to a free outdoor yoga series on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. from June 4 through Oct. 1 at Haskell Gardens on 777 Shawmut Ave. \nA certified instructor leads the class\, which is suitable for all experience levels. Participants should bring a yoga mat\, water\, a towel\, and optional yoga blocks. \nOn-street parking is available along Shawmut Avenue and Loftus Street. For more details\, email bosworth@comcast.net.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/yoga-at-haskell-garden/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Allen Haskell Public Gardens\, 777 Shawmut Ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T140000
DTSTAMP:20260709T165839Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T165839Z
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SUMMARY:Play in the Park Summer Food Service program
DESCRIPTION:The City of New Bedford’s Play in the Park Summer Food Service program will provide free meals to children and teens 18 and younger during summer 2026. \nLunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday \nBrooklawn Park & Rick’s Center\, 191 Acushnet Ave.\nRiverside Park Playground\, 336 Belleville Ave.\nHarrington Park\, Tremont Street\nHazelwood Park\, 553 Brock Ave. \nDinner: Tuesday and Thursday \nRiverside Community Garden\, 336 Belleville Ave.\, 4:15 to 6:30 p.m.\nAshley Park\, Swift Street\, 4:45 to 6:30 p.m.\nMontes Park\, Acushnet Avenue\, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. \nAdditional meal sites: \nMontes Park\, 12:45 to 2 p.m. Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday\nPACE Inc.\, 166 William St.\, 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. Thursday
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/play-in-the-park-summer-food-service-program/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Free,Kids,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T200000
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UID:10168415-1785434400-1785441600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Rocks the Park at Custom House Square
DESCRIPTION:“New Bedford Rocks the Park” is a series of five free outdoor concerts on Thursdays from July 9 through Aug. 13\, 6 to 8 p.m.\, at Custom House Square. The Whaling History Alliance presents the family-friendly program to promote the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park.\n\nHere’s this year’s lineup:\n\nJuly 9: Stone Gon — Soul\, R&B\, and dance music\nJuly 16: Lively Up — The music of Bob Marley and other reggae favorites\nJuly 23: Wild Nites — Popular dance and party hits\nAug. 6: Fast Forward — Dance music\nAug. 13: Redline Band — Rock\, country\, pop\, and alternative\n\nThe July 9 and Aug. 13 concerts coincide with AHA! Night. \n\nAdmission is free. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs. \nThe series supports the Whaling History Alliance’s mission to promote and preserve the park and the region’s maritime history.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-rocks-the-park-at-custom-house-square/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Custom House Square\, 21 Barkers Lane\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Culture Calendar,Family,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T230000
DTSTAMP:20260713T203236Z
CREATED:20260713T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T203236Z
UID:10168867-1785434400-1785452400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Feast of the Blessed Sacrament
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford’s Feast of the Blessed Sacrament will run from Thursday\, July 30\, through Sunday\, Aug. 2\, at Madeira Field. The coveted event showcases Portuguese and Madeiran heritage and attracts visitors from the U.S. and beyond.\n\nFestivities begin Thursday\, July 30\, 6 to 11:30 p.m; Friday\, July 31\,  5 to 11:30 p.m.; Saturday\, Aug\, 1\, noon to 11:30 p.m.; Sunday\, Aug\, 2\, noon to 11:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free.\n\nThe annual four-day celebration features live music\, Portuguese cuisine\, carnival rides\, cultural displays\, and activities for all ages. Saturday’s Family Fun Day includes free meals for children under 12 from noon to 4 p.m. and discounted meals for seniors. Find the full schedule on the website.\n\nSunday’s parade steps off at 2 p.m. at Brooklawn Park and travels to the festival grounds.\n\nThrough scholarships and vocational awards\, the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament further supports local students while helping preserve Madeiran tradition for future generations.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/feast-of-the-blessed-sacrament/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Madeira Field\, 50 Madeira Ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Festival,Food,Madeira Feast,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T155049Z
CREATED:20260629T154318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T155049Z
UID:10168247-1785438000-1785438000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Concerts Under the Stars at Fairhaven Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Free outdoor concerts for five weeks on the lawn at Fairhaven Town Hall this summer. Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at 40 Center St.\, weather permitting. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.\n\nConcert schedule\n\nJuly 9: Blu Lobsta\nJuly 16: Pete LaGrange & The Ghost Riders\nJuly 23: Butch McCarthy & The Gentlemen of Leisure\nJuly 30: Last Day on Earth\nAug. 6: G and Friends featuring Marvin Perry Music\n\nThe series is supported by the Fairhaven Cultural Council and the Mass Cultural Council.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/concerts-under-the-stars-at-fairhaven-town-hall/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T073000
DTSTAMP:20260529T235712Z
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SUMMARY:Sangha Sunrise Yoga at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Classes run Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Cost is $22 per class. A 10-class series is available for $199 and includes Cisco and Sangha merchandise. Classes are free for Sangha Unlimited members. \nFirst class is on Friday\, June 19. Participants should bring a yoga mat or towel and water. Practice is held on the sand at Cisco Waterfront. \nIn case of inclement weather\, class moves indoors to Sangha New Bedford. \nPreregistration is required. Drop-ins are not permitted. Tickets are nonrefundable.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sangha-sunrise-yoga-at-cisco/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Outdoors,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T083000
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CREATED:20260504T221645Z
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UID:10164485-1785486600-1785486600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Qigong at Cushman Park
DESCRIPTION:Since 2011\, a South Coast favorite has brought free wellness classes to Cushman Park. Now in its 15th year\, the program continues with 10 weeks of yoga and Qigong\, held Tuesday and Friday mornings at 8:30 a.m. from June 16 through Aug. 21. \nFree Qigong begins June 19 and runs Fridays at 8:30 a.m. through Aug. 21. The series has grown to include hundreds of classes focused on balance\, movement\, and connection. \nInstructor Cristina Corrieri leads gentle\, flowing sessions that support overall well-being. \nAll are welcome. Bring water and dress comfortably. Classes are weather permitting.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/qigong-at-cushman-park/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Cushman Park\, 164 Green St.\, Fairhaven
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fitness,Free,Outdoors,Yoga
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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:20260731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T223950Z
CREATED:20260614T223950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T223950Z
UID:10167272-1785520800-1785528000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:2026 Summer Concert Series: Buzzards Bay Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Buzzards Bay Brewing will host its 2026 Summer Concert Series with free live music every Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Food trucks begin serving around 4 p.m. \nPerformers include: \n• June 20— Annie and Russ\n• June 27 — Pearly Baker Acoustic\n• July 10 — Beau\n• July 17 — Dave Richardson Band\n• July 25 — Hunter Braley\n• Aug. 1 — Shoreline Ramblers\n• Aug. 8 — Butch McCarthy and the Gents\n• Aug. 15 — The Jethros\n• Aug. 22 — Clay Pigeons\n• Aug. 29 — Ken Richards\n• Sept. 5 — Pearly Baker Acoustic \nFood trucks vary weekly and include Fancheezical\, Dudes n’ Foods\, Blount Clam Shack\, BBQ y MAS\, Dough and Basil Pizza\, Gnarly Vines\, and White’s of Westport. Brownell’s Bakery is scheduled regularly. \nThe brewery will be closed July 4 for the holiday.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2026-summer-concert-series-buzzards-bay-brewing/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Buzzards Bay Brewing\, 98 Horseneck Rd\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170115-1785574800-1785574800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260728T234212Z
CREATED:20260728T234212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T234212Z
UID:10169826-1785589200-1785610800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Saturday pop-up vendor shop at Nasketucket Bay Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Pop-up Vendor Shop at Nasketucket Bay Vineyard is on Saturday Aug. 1 from 1 to 7 p.m. This week’s vendor is a custom leather goods maker called Ray’s Custom Leather by Ray Cabral. \nThe vendors will create custom photo magnets and keychains on site.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/saturday-pop-up-vendor-shop-at-nasketucket-bay-vineyard/
LOCATION:Nasketucket Bay Vineyard\, 237 New Boston Rd.\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T080000
DTSTAMP:20260707T181957Z
CREATED:20260707T181957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T181957Z
UID:10168512-1785657600-1785657600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Summer Outdoor Spin Series at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:LAX Cycle + Yoga will host its Summer Outdoor Spin Series every Sunday through Aug. 23 at Cisco Brewers in New Bedford.\n\nClasses begin at 8 a.m. at 1482 E. Rodney French Blvd. Tickets are $28 and include a complimentary drink ticket.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/summer-outdoor-spin-series-at-cisco/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fitness,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T083000
DTSTAMP:20260504T215736Z
CREATED:20260504T215736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T215736Z
UID:10164476-1785832200-1785832200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park at Cushman Park
DESCRIPTION:A longtime South Coast tradition returns for its 15th year at Cushman Park. The free summer series features 10 weeks of yoga and Qigong\, with classes held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8:30 a.m. from June 16 through Aug. 21. \nFree outdoor yoga begins June 16 and continues Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. through Aug. 21. Since 2011\, the program has offered hundreds of free classes centered on movement\, mindfulness\, and community. \nInstructor David Trauterman leads sessions designed for all levels. Expect gentle stretching\, and breathwork. \nBring a mat and water. Classes are weather permitting.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/yoga-in-the-park-at-cushman-park/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Cushman Park\, 164 Green St.\, Fairhaven
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T173000
DTSTAMP:20260616T193849Z
CREATED:20260616T193849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T193849Z
UID:10167919-1785864600-1785864600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park: outdoor wellness
DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Park returns Tuesdays from June 16 through Aug. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Hazelwood Park in New Bedford.\n\nThis free outdoor wellness series features gentle movement\, mindful breathing\, relaxation\, and a variety of yoga styles for all experience levels. Participants are encouraged to bring a mat\, water\, and a friend.\n\nThe program is supported in part by the Art is Everywhere grant funded through the City of New Bedford Arts\, Culture and Tourism Fund and facilitated by New Bedford Creative at the New Bedford Economic Development Council.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/yoga-in-the-park-outdoor-wellness/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Hazelwood Park\, Brock Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260726T211313Z
CREATED:20260726T211313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T211313Z
UID:10169769-1785916800-1785949200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Summer Evenings in the Park: August 5 at Lafayette Park
DESCRIPTION:Summer Evenings in the Park continues from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday\, August 5\, at Lafayette Park in Fall River.\n\nMusic by: Pink Granite\n\nThe free series is held every Wednesday in July and August. Each week features live music\, arts and crafts\, food\, and family activities at parks throughout the city. No tickets are required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/summer-evenings-in-the-park-august-5-at-lafayette-park/
LOCATION:Lafayette Park\, 462 County St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Fall River,Free,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170116-1786179600-1786179600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T210621Z
CREATED:20260528T210621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T210621Z
UID:10166359-1786471200-1786478400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Freetown Summer Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Freetown’s Summer Concert Series consists of three free concerts at the bandstand at 5 South Main St. in Assonet. Performances are scheduled every other Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. Rain dates are set for the following Tuesday. \nJuly 14\nThe Dave Richardson Band will open the series with a mix of New Orleans funk\, Texas blues\, soul\, and rock and roll.\nRain date: July 21 \nJuly 28\nReal Weird\, a Fall River-based cover band\, will perform a mix of hits from the 1990s\, 2000s\, and beyond.\nRain date: Aug. 4 \nAug. 11\nFour in a Row will close the series with rockabilly\, country\, blues\, and rock inspired by the 1950s and 1960s.\nRain date: Aug. 18 \nD and L Concessions and Joe’s Ice Cream will be on site during the concerts. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. More information and updates are available through the Town of Freetown website and Facebook page.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/freetown-summer-sounds/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Freetown Bandstand\, 5 South Main Street\, Assonet\, MA\, 02702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T193000
DTSTAMP:20260724T151708Z
CREATED:20260724T151708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T151708Z
UID:10169727-1786649400-1786649400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in New Bedford: Hamlet
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in New Bedford and Reverie Theatre Group will present “Hamlet” on the RJD patio. Performances run on Aug. 13\, 14\, 15\, 20\, 21\, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly matinees will be held on Aug. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m. \nAdmission is free\, and donations will be accepted. \nThe production sets Shakespeare’s tragedy in a present-day Baptist church in the American South. It explores themes of mortality\, madness\, and moral corruption.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/shakespeare-in-new-bedford-hamlet/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Outdoors,Rotch-Jones-Duff House,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reverie Theatre Group":MAILTO:info@reverietheatregroup.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170117-1786784400-1786784400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T140000
DTSTAMP:20260724T153404Z
CREATED:20260724T153404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T153404Z
UID:10169733-1786888800-1786888800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in New Bedford: Hamlet (sensory-friendly matinees)
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in New Bedford and Reverie Theatre Group will present “Hamlet” on the RJD patio. Performances run on Aug. 13\, 14\, 15\, 20\, 21\, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly matinees will be held on Aug. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m. \nAdmission is free\, and donations will be accepted. \nThe production sets Shakespeare’s tragedy in a present-day Baptist church in the American South. It explores themes of mortality\, madness\, and moral corruption.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/shakespeare-in-new-bedford-hamlet-sensory-friendly-matinees/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Outdoors,Rotch-Jones-Duff House,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reverie Theatre Group":MAILTO:info@reverietheatregroup.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T193000
DTSTAMP:20260724T151917Z
CREATED:20260724T151917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T151917Z
UID:10169730-1787254200-1787254200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Shakespeare in New Bedford: Hamlet
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare in New Bedford and Reverie Theatre Group will present “Hamlet” on the RJD patio. Performances run on Aug. 13\, 14\, 15\, 20\, 21\, and 22 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly matinees will be held on Aug. 16 and 23 at 2 p.m. \nAdmission is free\, and donations will be accepted. \nThe production sets Shakespeare’s tragedy in a present-day Baptist church in the American South. It explores themes of mortality\, madness\, and moral corruption.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/shakespeare-in-new-bedford-hamlet-2/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Outdoors,Rotch-Jones-Duff House,Theater
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/hamlet-rjd.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Reverie Theatre Group":MAILTO:info@reverietheatregroup.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170118-1787389200-1787389200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170119-1787994000-1787994000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170120-1788598800-1788598800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170121-1789203600-1789203600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/whaling-city-festival.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170122-1789808400-1789808400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170123-1790413200-1790413200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170124-1791018000-1791018000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T090000
DTSTAMP:20260729T213826Z
CREATED:20260729T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T213826Z
UID:10170125-1791622800-1791622800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Wellness Initiative hosts “Walk with a Doc” every Saturday at 9 a.m.\n\nParticipants meet at the Buttonwood Park entrance. Local physicians and wellness practitioners lead each walk.\nWalkers can complete the entire route or go at their own pace.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/211836/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park\, 425 Hawthorn St\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park,Culture Calendar,Free,Outdoors,Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://newbedfordlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/walk-with-a-doctor-08-26.jpg
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