• Double-neck guitar virtuoso Mark Kroos at Shepherd Center

    The Shepherd Center 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance), Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Double-neck guitarist Mark Kroos performs May 2 at 7 p.m. at the Shepherd Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $20 online and $25 at the door. A Michigan native, Kroos started playing at 12. He shifted from songwriting to instrumental guitar, influenced by Michael Hedges. His “instrumental folk” style often uses both necks of […]

  • Bob Porawski at Bittersweet Farm

    Bittersweet Farm Tavern 438 Main Road, Westport, MA, United States

    Bob Porawski is a solo musician and acoustic guitar player with a vast song catalog. He has been performing live for over 20 years.

  • John Doe & David Lowery at Narrows

    Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA, United States

    John Doe and David Lowery perform Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Narrows Center for the Arts. Tickets are $47 in advance and $49 the day of the show. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. Punk rock and alternative indie share the stage for a special night. John Doe, pioneer of the […]

  • Live Music at Bayside Lounge

    Live Music at Bayside Lounge
    The Bayside Lounge 125 Sconticut Neck Rd, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Bayside Lounge features live music every Friday 7–9 p.m., Saturday 8–11 p.m. and Sunday 5–8 p.m. Find up-to-date details on the Facebook page.

  • 440 at Oriental Pearl

    Oriental Pearl 576 State St.,  Westport, MA, United States

    440 is a five-member band with roots in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. The group performs primarily 1980s rock, with select songs from the 1970s and 1990s. Band members come from a range of musical backgrounds. Their shared passion is delivering high-energy live performances across the local music scene.

  • Blue Heron in Flight

    Adriance Furniture Makers 288 Gulf Road, Dartmouth, MA, United States

    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 […]

  • Free Rides for eligible individuals

    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 […]

  • Cold and Flu Vaccine Reminder

    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.

  • Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong classes

    Buttonwood Park Warming House & Field Oneida Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong classes with David Chosid are held on Sundays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Buttonwood Park Warming House. The sessions focus on gentle movement practices that support flexibility, balance, and general well-being. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy, tai chi and qigong emphasize steady movement […]

  • Wearable Ceramics: Jewelry Design Workshop

    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Design, create, and wear your own ceramic jewelry in this three-session workshop taught by ceramic artist Jillian McEvoy. Classes meet on Sundays, May 3, 10, and 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. Fee — members: $165, non-members: $180. The workshop welcomes beginners and offers a thoughtful approach. Participants learn the full process, from shaping clay […]

  • Fairhaven Farmers’ Market schedule

    Fairhaven Farmers Market 151 Alden Road, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    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.

  • Cherry Blossom Festival

    Whitfield Manjiro Friendship House 11 Cherry St., Fairhaven, MA, United States

    The Whitfield Manjiro Friendship Society plans a Cherry Blossom Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 3, at the Whitfield Manjiro Friendship House. Admission is free. The event highlights Japanese culture and the hanami tradition, featuring a mix of hands-on activities and demonstrations. Activities include ikebana, origami, and Japanese name writing. A kimono […]

  • KidZone at NBAM

    KidZone at NBAM
    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    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 inspired by current exhibitions, with time to explore, create, and connect. Activities run from 2 to 5 p.m. each Sunday. Children must be accompanied by […]

  • Open Mosque Day 2026

    Masjid Al Ehsan 2 Cove Road, Dartmouth, MA, United States

    The public is invited to visit a mosque and become more acquainted with Islam with the theme "One Nation Under God." Two lectures will be offered: "Muslims in America – a brief overview and history" at 2:30 p.m. and "What Is Sharia Law?" at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Free refreshments will be offered.

  • South Coast Chamber Music Series: Foursomes

    St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church 124 Front Street, Marion, MA, United States +1 more

    Experience four voices and infinite emotion at the season-closing concerts, $35: May 2 at St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church, 3 p.m. May 3 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 3 p.m. The program features short string quartets by Akshaya Tucker (Hollow Flame), Lei Liang (Gobi Gloria), and Kareem Roustom (Syrian Folk Songs), followed by Johannes Brahms’s Piano […]

  • Cinco de Mayo Celebration

    Westport Grange 181 931 Main Rd., Westport, MA, United States

    Cinco de Mayo celebration with live salsa music and dance instructor. The fee is $20 prior to the event and $25 at the door. Free admission for children 12 and under.

  • Spring Retreat and Workshop

    Barney’s Joy Farm 443 Barneys Joy Rd., South Dartmouth, MA, United States +1 more

    Inner Star’s spring retreat is held at Barney’s Joy Farm from April 17-19. The weekend focuses on rest and wellness, with guided meditation, gentle movement, and shared meals in a natural setting. Spring Workshop is on Sunday, May 3, 3:00-5:30pm at Cedar Wind Center. Sign up here. Cost is $700, with scholarships available. For more […]

  • 250 Years: Music of America at Grace Episcopal Church

    Grace Episcopal Church 133 School Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Greater New Bedford Choral Society will mark America’s 250th anniversary with a spring concert on Sunday, May 3, at 3:30 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church. Tickets are $20 general admission and $30 VIP. The program features a mix of classical works and timeless favorites. Selections include Randall Thompson’s “Frostiana,” Aaron Copland’s “Simple Gifts,” spirituals, Americana […]

  • Sippican Choral Society presents “The Glory of Spring”

    Wickenden Chapel, Tabor Academy 86 Spring Street, Marion, MA, United States

    Sippican Choral Society presents a spring concert on Sunday, May 3, at 4 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $10 for students, and free for children 14 and under. The program centers on Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” a bright, uplifting choral work. Soloists include Karen Antonsen-DeVoe of Marion and Patrice Tiedemann of New Bedford. Music […]