Jack Colton McGrath is a singer-songwriter and solo acoustic musician who competed on Season 1 of "American Idol." on ABC. He has been a professional performer over 10 years. McGrath has built a local following and plays covers and original songs across genres.
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 […]
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, […]
The New Bedford Whaling Museum will host a lifelong learning course on the history of photography from 1839 to 1900. The program includes six weekly 80-minute virtual sessions starting March 9. It ends with an in-person workshop and curator-led tour on April 27 at the museum. Schedule: March 9 — Photography’s origins, 1839 March 16 […]
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
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.
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, […]
Rick Paulus, former chief calligrapher at the White House, leads a monoline class beginning March 10 at the Westport Art Group. Focus centers on the expressive monoline letter and its roots in Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and modern design. Color and play drive the work. Materials include watercolor, gouache, masking fluid, and inks. Beginners are […]
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 […]
Students of every level are welcome in this class, which covers all aspects of the ceramics process. The group will practice throwing techniques, work with larger amounts of clay, and shape thinner, taller forms. Instruction also covers attachments such as handles, including pulling handles directly from the side of the cup. Focus centers on tableware […]
The next New Bedford Science Café will meet on Tuesday, April 7, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Last Round Bar & Grille. Deborah Gordon will discuss “The Escape Artist: Methane and New Tools to Detect the Super-Potent Climate Pollutant.” Gordon leads the Oil & Gas Solutions Initiative for the Rocky Mountain Institute’s Climate Intelligence […]
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 […]
Mike Doughty is an American singer, songwriter, and author best known as the founder and front man of Soul Coughing. This year, Mike Doughty returns to the stage for a solo tour, presenting stripped-down, intimate performances that span his Soul Coughing legacy and prolific solo work, reaffirming his place as one of alternative music’s most […]
Oversoul Theatre Collective Inc., in partnership with 3rd Eye Unlimited, is reviving community-based Black theater in New Bedford through Griot’s Corner, a weekly workshop led by playwright and arts educator Mwalim. Actors, spoken-word artists, musicians, and dancers from the city’s Black and Brown communities are invited to help form a new ensemble centered on cultural […]
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