The New Bedford City Council will meet on May 12 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall. Agenda items include Eversource utility hearings, proposed wastewater rate changes, updates on the retiree pension veto, and funding requests tied to capital projects and snow removal. Council members will also review redevelopment proposals for former city […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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, […]
Martha’s Pantry at Grace provides groceries each week to households in Greater New Bedford. The food available includes fresh produce and bread. The goal is to supply three meals a day for three days for each family member. Households may visit once a month. Pantry is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. […]
Learn watercolor painting through practice and technique in this four-week workshop. Students will explore various techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-damp, and masking fluid, as well as color mixing and brushwork. The class covers practical tools and methods, including the use of salt, plastic wrap, and magic erasers to enhance work. The $145 fee covers all four […]
The M.O. FOOD = L.I.F.E. Food Pantry, operated by M.O. L.I.F.E., Inc., helps feed neighbors across Greater New Bedford. It is open Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The pantry is located outside the building on the corner of Pleasant and Middle streets. Groceries are available to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Hundreds […]
YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts will hold a free “Lunch and Learn: Understanding Anxiety” workshop on Wednesday, May 13, from noon to 1 p.m. at the YWCA, 20 S. Sixth St., New Bedford. The session will focus on practical tools to better understand anxiety and build a sense of calm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own […]
Weekly virtual meetings address gaps in emergency food resources in Southeastern Massachusetts. Sessions are on Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. The same Zoom link is used each week. Southcoast Food Policy Council will lead the discussion. The focus is on preparing for disruptions to food relief programs and strengthening the regional food system. The […]
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.
The Southcoast Artists Index will present its next Salon Series event on May 13 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Launch at Moby Dick Brewing Company in New Bedford. Artist, practicing art therapist, and professor Jane Ferris Richardson will lead “Art, Heart, and Soul: Cultivating Empathy.” The free workshop explores reaching inward before responding […]
Ryan's hosts Good Thomas musical bingo every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m.
Sun Cruiser swag and samples at Knuckle Heads, Wednesday, May 13, 6 to 8 p.m.
Walter James Sylvia will read from and discuss his book Noumena on May 13 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the New Bedford Free Public Library. Admission is free. “Noumena” blends memoir, fiction, and philosophy through a nonlinear narrative focused on identity, addiction, and spiritual rebirth. Organizers describe the book as surreal and meditative in […]
Matt Martin and the Day Drinkers will get the weekend started at Cisco.
Play Arcade hosts trivia every Wednesday from 7–9 p.m.
This class is a basic introduction to the art of improvisation. Course work includes beginner games and exercises exploring awareness, relaxation, observation, the senses, voice, and physicality. Students should dress comfortably and be prepared to move during the class, because anything can happen in improv. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions regarding all aspects of […]
Wednesday night is karaoke night at Oriental Pearl from 7 to 11 p.m.
Ying Dynasty hosts Karaoke every Wednesday night from 7 to 10 p.m. with Wicked Weezy.
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