The Southeast New England Agriculture Conference and Trade Show is on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at Bristol County Agricultural High School in Dighton. It brings together farmers, food producers, advocates, and educators from across the region. The focus is on challenges facing local farms and food systems. Sessions cover livestock, soil health, farmland access, flowers, […]
Zumba & Refuel with Clifford on the first Sunday of the month with a $5 entrance fee. Each high-energy Zumba session is open to all fitness levels, followed by smoothies and toast options.
FAIRHAVEN -- The Fairhaven Farmers’ Market will hold a weekly outdoors market on Sundays into October. Look for the bright yellow farmstand at 151 Alden Road. SNAP, HIP, Senior & WIC, FMNP are accepted by some farmers.
"It’s Time to Write a New Story" is a writing and collage workshop facilitated by Sarah Bartlett. The class will look closely at the stories people carry about themselves and how those stories shape daily life. It asks simple but meaningful questions about identity, growth, and change. Participants respond through both writing and image making […]
Seamus Galligan is a local singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He draws inspiration from Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, and others, and his music mixes folk, rock, and pop.
Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers, the program offers hands-on projects […]
South Coast Chamber Music Series presents Winter Fire on January 31 and February 1, 2026, at 3 p.m. The concert features Igor Stravinsky’s “Three Pieces for String Quartet,” Felix Mendelssohn’s “Piano Trio No. 2 in C minor, Op. 66,” Sergei Prokofiev’s “String Quartet No. 2, Op. 92,” and Kevin Day’s “Variation V (Miniature for String […]
Pearly Baker is a popular local tribute band performing the music of the Grateful Dead since 1985.
The South Coast LGBTQ+ Network will hold a remote candlelight vigil on Feb. 1, 2026. The online gathering marks 20 years since the attack at Puzzles Lounge. Executive Director Andrew Pollock said coming together in this way, even at a distance, helps honor those impacted while strengthening a pledge to safety, visibility, and belonging for […]
Lindsay Mota and Jake Girard perform locally, singing genres from rock to pop and back to country music
Sunday night is karaoke night at Oriental Pearl 7 to 11 p.m.
Pour Farm hosts jam sessions every Sunday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Karaoke is held every Sunday at Rose Alley Ale House. The fun starts at 10 p.m. and runs until 1 a.m. DJ Phantom spins the music that night.
NEW BEDFORD -- The PACE Community Food Center is open five days a week, serving free, nutritious staples and essential items to residents of the Greater New Bedford community. The schedule is: Monday, 10 am - 2 pm Tuesday, 10 am - 2 pm Wednesday, 10 am - 2 pm Thursday, 2 pm - 7 […]
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.
NEW BEDFORD -- The city of New Bedford is pleased to announce the opening of the Swap Shop, a new initiative at the New Bedford Recycling Center that allows residents to drop off and pick up reusable items, for free. The Swap Shop, located at 1103 Shawmut Ave., is accepting donations of gently used items, […]
Learn how to draw through guided practice and close observation in this four-week studio program. Using pencils, vine charcoal, and erasers, participants focus on making strong marks and learning how to see shape, space, and form more clearly. The class covers line, shape, perspective, proportion, negative space, light, and shading while drawing from life. Participants […]
Beginning in January, drawing enthusiasts can join open studio sessions at Westport Art Group. The group meets on Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon. There is a $5 fee to help cover utilities. No instructor is provided. The open studio format is planned to continue through Feb. 9, 2026, after which instructor-led sessions may be […]
Oil Painting for Beginners: Still Life is a six-week course for beginner artists. The goal is to develop core techniques for developing a personal approach through guided still-life studies. Coursework covers color mixing, brushwork, composition, lighting, perspective, and layering, as well as practical skills such as canvas preparation and cleanup. Optional group critiques close each […]
Lighthouse Tavern offers free billiards every Monday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to close. The bar features light fare and drinks. Located at 578 Brock Ave., New Bedford.
North End Neighborhood Association Meets at Global Charter School, first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Check the association's Facebook page for meeting topics. Contact: Scott Pemberton. Contact: scottpemberton245@yahoo.com
Tickets: $12 Bundle five Movie Mondays tickets in a single purchase and save $10 with the code MOVIE5. Groundhog Day follows a cynical TV weatherman who finds himself reliving the same day during an assignment in Punxsutawney. What begins as frustration slowly turns into opportunity as he learns to navigate the endless loop. Rated PG […]
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