Taylor Cormier brings classic Sinatra favorites to Candela Cucina every Monday at 5:30 p.m. Since 2014, Cormier has brought new energy to jazz and pop standards by Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Tony Bennett.
A four-week hand-building with clay class takes place on Mondays from June 1 through June 22 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $210 for members and $235 for nonmembers. Materials are included. Students will skip the pottery wheel and work directly with clay using hands-on techniques. Projects may include mugs, plates, and sculpted pieces […]
The city of New Bedford's Community Preservation Committee is hosting a public meeting Monday, June 15, at 6 p.m. to gather input to help update the Community Preservation Plan for fiscal year 2027. The Community Preservation Plan identifies and establishes the city’s priorities in each of the CPA categories - open space/recreation, historic resources, and […]
The Crime of the Century follows the final moments before the 1936 execution of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, the German immigrant convicted in the kidnapping and murder of Charles Lindbergh’s infant son. Based on real events, the play revisits one of the most famous trials in American history. As Hauptmann prepares for the electric chair, he […]
Ying Dynasty hosts 21+ bingo every Monday night at 7 p.m. on the bar side.
Adriance Furnituremakers highlights work by local artisans in the Showroom Gallery. Each piece shows the maker’s style. Each one brings character to the space. John Magnan shifted to art after an early retirement from a technical career. The change led to studies at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Magnan later earned an MFA in […]
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 […]
A reminder that flu and COVID cases rise during this season. Vaccines help protect families and reduce severe illness. Residents can schedule appointments through state vaccination sites or local providers. Information is available at mass.gov/seasonal-vaccines.
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. Free outdoor yoga begins June 16 and continues Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. through Aug. 21. […]
The community is encouraged to support women and girls through a menstrual access drive addressing period poverty in the region. Organizers have spent years providing advocacy, education, and product distribution. More than 800 women and girls received essential hygiene items last year, helping them attend school and work with dignity. Continued donations are needed to […]
Gardeners in Dartmouth have a new reason to visit the stacks. Dartmouth Public Library will launch a free Seed Library on March 2 at both branches. Limited seed packets will be available to help residents get the growing season started. The program encourages gardening, sustainability, and local food production. Participants can take seeds, grow plants, […]
This is a sweet and tidy basket, good for so many things, even berries! This 5 1/2" square small/medium-sized basket is woven with a combination of various sized reeds along with an accent color. It is finished off with half round reed and sea grass. It is a sweet addition to a buffet table for […]
Those on a recovery journey are invited to attend weekly recovery-focused meetings beginning Tuesday, May 26. The meetings aim to provide a supportive space for healing, self-care, and personal growth. Sessions are hosted by Debbie Keiko Kenny, an experienced wellness professional with more than 30 years in massage therapy, holistic healing, and related services. She […]
This pleasant basket-weaving project has several everyday uses, perfect for dinner rolls, grapes, apples, and, well, eggs! It is a beautiful 8" X 8" X 10" medium-sized basket woven with 1/4" reeds. It is finished off with half-round reed. After completion, the basket will be dipped in a black walnut stain for preservation, beauty and […]
A weekly Wellness Workshop meets on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. at Beyond House Young Adult Access Center. The conversation centers on the eight dimensions of wellness and the practical ways they shape daily life. Sessions are presented by the Beyond House and Massachusetts Young People in Recovery. More information is available on Facebook at MAYoungPeopleinRecovery […]
Yoga in the Park returns Tuesdays from June 16 through Aug. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at Hazelwood Park in New Bedford. This 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. The program […]
Bethel A.M.E. Church is hosting “Can We Talk,” a monthly gathering focused on community healing and support. The program is available for anyone dealing with stress, pain, grief, or trauma. Attendees are encouraged to share openly and begin healing as a community. Sessions are held every third Tuesday of the month. Dinner is served at […]
MFPL will host two Adult Board Game Night sessions featuring the party game “Just One.” Sessions are scheduled for Saturday, June 13, at 2 p.m. and Tuesday, June 16, at 6 p.m. Both events will take place in the library’s Marine Room. Players work together to guess as many mystery words as possible during the […]
A garden tour at the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum is planned for Tuesday, June 9, at 6:30 p.m. Lead gardener Rick Finneran will guide the 45-minute tour. He is an American Rose Society-certified rosarian. The tour will highlight blooms and lesser-known features across the grounds. Admission is free.
Join the Social Justice Book Club at the New Bedford Free Public Library for a night of community, connection, and conversation inspired by Loretta J. Ross’s "Calling In: How to Start Making Change with those You’d Rather Cancel." From a pioneering Black feminist and MacArthur “Genius” Fellow, this urgent and exhilarating memoir-manifesto-handbook provides bold, practical […]
Bayside hosts Eddie’s Crazy Music Bingo every Tuesday night from 7–9 p.m.
Dive deep into the groove with FROM the UNDERGROUND, the high-voltage weekly radio show from WAMPTRONICA, bringing you the best in underground House Music, Rare Groove, and Afrobeat every Tuesday night at 8 PM on WNB One Radio. Expect deep cuts, soulful classics, banging remixes, and exclusive originals—all curated to move your body and elevate […]
Mercy Meals & More is collecting gently used shoes for men and women. Sneakers and boots are preferred. All sizes are accepted. Shoes must not be worn out. Donations can be dropped off at Mercy Meals & More Soup Kitchen at Pilgrim United Church
Mercy Meals & More is a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a nutritious start to the day for neighbors in need. A hot breakfast is served Monday through Saturday from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Guests are treated with dignity and respect. In addition to free meals, the organization offers clothing and foot care. Its mission […]
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