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SUMMARY:New Exhibit Explores Bristol County’s History of Incarceration
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Whaling Museum and the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office will open Bristol County: Incarcerated on Oct. 24. The exhibit traces the history of local incarceration from the 18th-century jail in Taunton to New Bedford’s Ash Street Jail. The Ash Street facility is the oldest continuously operating jail in the nation. \nArtifacts include the Taunton jail’s debtor book from 1785 and Lizzie Borden’s 1892 mittimus. Visitors will also see 1920s inmate photographs\, 19th-century jail logs\, and materials from the sheriff’s office archives. \nThe exhibit was curated by Melanie Botvin with research by Henry Claudy\, a New York University graduate student. \nThe New Bedford Whaling Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-exhibit-explores-bristol-countys-history-of-incarceration/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,History,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T201557Z
UID:10142732-1762387200-1788220799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Donation Drop Sites Needed
DESCRIPTION:Local food pantries need help building supplies as SNAP benefits change. Reggae on West Beach (ROWB) is organizing a food and baby item drive for area families in need. \nBusinesses are asked to host donation boxes provided and maintained by ROWB. Boxes will be picked up monthly or sooner if full. \nThe business with the most donations will receive the 2026 Food Fight Trophy. The drive runs through August 2026\, leading up to ROWB’s 10th-year event. \nParticipating businesses will be highlighted on ROWB’s social media pages. Posts from your business may be shared to boost visibility for your events. \nEmail reggaeonwestbeach@gmail.com or rowbvendors@gmail.com\, or text 774-634-1008 for more information. \nSign up at https://forms.gle/FouzAc3wRiqtMfnH9
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/donation-drop-sites-needed/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Donations,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reggae on West Beach":MAILTO:reggaeonwestbeach@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260109T205534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T205534Z
UID:10151974-1768521600-1788825599@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Early Portrait Photography in New Bedford
DESCRIPTION:See the faces of 19th-century America in a new special exhibition opening Jan. 16\, 2026.  “Look Pleasant\, Please: Early Portrait Photography in New Bedford\,” explores portrait photography in a growing and diverse coastal city.\n\nImages highlight the changing relationship between photographer and sitter in a complex urban economy. Featured works include one of the last known portraits of Frederick Douglass\, taken by Black photographer James E. Reed\, along with images by immigrant and women photographers building careers in New Bedford.\n\nThe exhibition invites visitors to reflect on 19th-century society and consider how people choose to present themselves today.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/early-portrait-photography-in-new-bedford/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing,Whaling Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260320T181025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T181025Z
UID:10162220-1773273600-1780271999@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Resistance: Cultural and Political Narratives in Mexican Art
DESCRIPTION:March 12 to May 31\, 2026$10 adults. $7 seniors and students. \nThis exhibition features contemporary Mexican artists exploring freedom of expression\, history\, and social justice. Work spans sculpture\, installation\, performance documentation\, textiles\, and printmaking. Artists reflect on Indigenous knowledge\, collective memory\, and present-day social issues. \nJacobo and María Ángeles\, master wood carvers from Oaxaca\, present sculptural interpretations of tonas and nahuales. Their vivid works draw on Zapotec cosmology and assert cultural identity. \nAdela Goldbard examines memory and power\, often through symbolic acts of destruction. Prints by Mario Guzmán highlight community\, labor\, and political struggle\, alongside work from Subterráneos\, a collective he leads in Oaxaca. \nRenata Cassiano Alvarez shows pieces from Siempre Voy a Volver. Her sculptures explore memory\, migration\, and home through hand-built forms that suggest the body and domestic space. \n\nResistencia: Narrativas Políticas y Culturales en el Arte Mexicano12 de marzo al 31 de mayo de 2026 \nLa exposición presenta artistas mexicanos contemporáneos que exploran la libertad de expresión\, la historia y la justicia social. Incluye escultura\, instalación\, documentación performativa\, textiles y grabado. Las obras abordan el conocimiento indígena\, la memoria colectiva y el contexto actual. \nJacobo y María Ángeles presentan esculturas de tonas y nahuales inspiradas en la cosmología zapoteca. Sus obras afirman la identidad cultural. \nAdela Goldbard explora la memoria y el poder mediante acciones simbólicas. Mario Guzmán utiliza el grabado como herramienta social\, junto a Subterráneos\, colectivo que dirige en Oaxaca. \nRenata Cassiano Alvarez presenta obras de Siempre Voy a Volver. Sus esculturas abordan la memoria\, la migración y el hogar con formas hechas a mano que evocan el cuerpo y lo doméstico.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/resistance-cultural-and-political-narratives-in-mexican-art/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260330T161132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T161132Z
UID:10163229-1774828800-1779062399@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Call For Art: Queer Futures
DESCRIPTION:Gallery X seeks submissions for “Queer Futures\,” a Pride Month exhibition exploring visions of the future. Themes include utopia\, queer sci-fi\, solarpunk\, Afro and Indigenous Futurism\, and personal hopes. Broad interpretations are welcome. Artists of all backgrounds may submit\, with encouragement for queer and BIPOC artists. Submissions are free. \nThe show runs May 6 through May 17. Participant should submit work during gallery hours or by appointment through May 17. Artists complete a submission form at drop-off. The exhibition is non-juried and open to all media. Wall pieces must be ready to hang. Pedestals are available for three-dimensional work. \nWorks may be available for purchase\, and Gallery X manages sales and takes a commission. \nOrganizers also invite local queer artists to contribute to a “Queer Futures” time capsule installation featuring imagined artifacts from 500 years in the future. \nArtists interested in the project are free to contact the curator\, Beatrice Alder\, at beatrice.g.alder@gmail.com for details.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/call-for-art-queer-futures/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, 169 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Call for Art,Call for Artists,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260504T235053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T235053Z
UID:10164498-1777208400-1778688000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:WAG's Spring Show\, “Journeys
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Art Group’s judged Spring Show\, “Journeys\,” opened April 23 and continues through May 10. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday\, 1 to 4 p.m. \nAwards were presented at the opening reception. Judge David Barnes selected the winners. Additional prizes were provided by sponsors Manchester Interiors and Jeffrey of Westport. \nGermana Rodrigues received Best in Show for “Echoes from Within\,” a watercolor in tunnel-book format with layered detail. \nSusan Czernicka earned second place for “Silently Slipping into the Forest\,” inspired by a visit to her grandmother’s village in western Ukraine and its World War II history. \nChris Page received Best Interpretation of the Theme for “Walking without Stopping\,” a series of four photographs taken in the woods. \nThe exhibit features a range of work tied to the theme of journeys. It remains on view through May 10.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/wags-spring-show-journeys/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Westport Art Group\, 1740 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260413T193128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T193128Z
UID:10163767-1778198400-1779062399@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Illuminating Fall River’s Public Art debut
DESCRIPTION:Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition is bringing two standout events to ArtWeek SouthCoast 2026: Fall River Illuminated and the Spindle City Arts Trolley. \nThe first installation debuts on Friday\, May 8 at 8 PM\, featuring the illumination of “We Here” (2022) by internationally recognized artist Add Fuel\, located at 207 Pocasset Street. The mural pays homage to the Portuguese heritage and ancestry of Fall River residents\, celebrating the community’s cultural roots through vibrant\, contemporary azulejo tile design. \nThe festival runs May 8 through May 17 across Southeastern Massachusetts. The SouthCoast Community Foundation hosts the regional celebration\, spotlighting local artists\, performers and cultural organizations. \nStay connected: \nthefracc.org\nfacebook.com/TheFRACC\ninstagram.com/the_fracc \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/illuminating-fall-rivers-public-art-debut/2026-05-08/1/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtWeek Southcoast,Culture Calendar,Fall River
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ORGANIZER;CN="SouthCoast Community Foundation":MAILTO:inquiry@southcoastcf.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260501T171744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T171744Z
UID:10164464-1778198400-1779062399@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:ArtWeek SouthCoast
DESCRIPTION:ArtWeek SouthCoast runs Friday\, May 8\, through Sunday\, May 17\, with a regionwide focus on art\, culture\, and community across Southeastern Massachusetts. \nThe 10-day program brings together artists\, performers\, cultural groups\, creative businesses\, and community organizations\, with performances\, workshops\, exhibitions\, and activities held in neighborhoods and public spaces across more than 20 SouthCoast communities\, including New Bedford\, Dartmouth\, Fairhaven\, and Fall River\, as well as virtual offerings. \nDozens of events are planned. A full schedule is available on the ArtWeek website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/artweek-southcoast/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtWeek Southcoast,Culture Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="SouthCoast Community Foundation":MAILTO:inquiry@southcoastcf.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260514T090850
CREATED:20260508T200036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T200036Z
UID:10164760-1778198400-1784591999@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Savers Fundrive at Groundwork Southcoast
DESCRIPTION:Groundwork Southcoast is hosting a community drive with Savers to raise funds that directly support access programs that help get healthy food to those who need it most. Every donation helps build a stronger and more food-secure community. \nThe drive is also a way to support sustainability and care for neighbors. Clothing donations help keep usable items out of landfills through reuse and recycling. Donations should be packed in 33-gallon bags. Assistance is available for anyone who needs bags. \nQuestions or volunteer interest may be directed to Alana Borden\, Harvest Fellow\, at aborden@groundworksouthcoast.org or by text at 774-202-9965.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/savers-fundrive-at-groundwork-southcoast/
LOCATION:Groundwork\, 90 Hatch St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251029T165258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T165418Z
UID:10137260-1778630400-1778716799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Blue Heron in Flight
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJohn 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 sculpture from UMass Dartmouth. Solo exhibitions have appeared in several locations. Permanent installations stand in hospitals and public spaces. Magnan’s sculpture is also featured at the UMass School of Law. A national collaboration with Eli Lilly and Co. honors clinical trial participants through public art. \nShowroom open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Phone number is 508-993-4800. \n A portion of this sale will be donated to Buzzards Bay Coalition to support efforts to protect the bay. \nAn online portfolio can be viewed at www.johnmagnan.com
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/blue-heron-in-flight/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Adriance Furniture Makers\, 288 Gulf Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251105T173921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T173921Z
UID:10141083-1778630400-1778716799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Free Rides for eligible individuals
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRides 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 and New Bedford. \nTrips can be scheduled right away or up to 48 hours in advance. \nTo find out if you qualify\, call 2-1-1 or 877-211-6277 Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-rides-for-eligible-individuals/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,Free Rides
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251113T163611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T163611Z
UID:10143548-1778630400-1778716799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Cold and Flu Vaccine Reminder
DESCRIPTION:A reminder that flu and COVID cases rise during this season. Vaccines help protect families and reduce severe illness. \nResidents can schedule appointments through state vaccination sites or local providers. Information is available at mass.gov/seasonal-vaccines.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cold-and-flu-vaccine-reminder/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Health,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T073000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260225T172212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T172212Z
UID:10157832-1778653800-1778657400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Used Shoe Donations
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Meals & More is collecting gently used shoes for men and women. \nSneakers and boots are preferred. All sizes are accepted. Shoes must not be worn out. \nDonations can be dropped off at Mercy Meals & More Soup Kitchen at Pilgrim United Church
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/used-shoe-donations/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Pilgrim United Church of Christ\, 635 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donations,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T073000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260225T173100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T173100Z
UID:10159400-1778653800-1778657400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Mercy Meals and More: Free Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Meals & More is a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a nutritious start to the day for neighbors in need. \nA 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 is to foster connection and build a stronger community. \nFor more information\, call 508-264-8183.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mercy-meals-and-more-free-breakfast/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Pilgrim United Church of Christ\, 635 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Soup Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260220T171327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171327Z
UID:10155852-1778662800-1778691600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Dartmouth Public Library Launches New Seed Library
DESCRIPTION:Gardeners in Dartmouth have a new reason to visit the stacks. \nDartmouth 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. \nThe program encourages gardening\, sustainability\, and local food production. Participants can take seeds\, grow plants\, and save seeds to share. Effort supports biodiversity and helps plants adapt to local conditions. \nSeed donations are now accepted at the Southworth Library. Both commercially packaged and saved seeds are welcome. \nGardening books\, a tool set\, and a garden kneeler are also available to borrow. Supplies are limited. \nFor details\, call Southworth Library at 508-999-0726. \nThe Southworth Library is open Monday through Thursday\, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm\, Friday and Saturday\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm\, and is closed on Sunday. \nThe North Branch Library is open Monday\, Wednesday\, and Saturday\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm\, Tuesday\, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm\, Thursday 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm and is closed on Friday and Sunday. \nFor more information about the Dartmouth Public Library\, visit dplma.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dartmouth-public-library-launches-new-seed-library/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Southworth Library\, 732 Dartmouth Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260218T210431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T210431Z
UID:10155209-1778664600-1778668200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Martha's Pantry at Grace
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nPantry is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Service follows New Bedford school weather closures.\n\nFor information\, contact Grace Church at 508-993-0547 or office@gracechurchnb.org.\n\nCommunity members are invited to support this ministry.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/marthas-pantry-at-grace/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Grace Episcopal Church\, 133 School Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20250310T012659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T012659Z
UID:10125034-1778666400-1778673600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Watercolor Painting Class
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe $145 fee covers all four weeks.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/watercolor-painting-class/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium\, 101 West Rodney French Blvd\, Suite 2-60\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Class,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260225T163600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T190352Z
UID:10160911-1778670000-1778677200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:M.O. FOOD = L.I.F.E. Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGroceries are available to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Hundreds of people are served each month. Program volunteers also help stock shelves and assist with distribution. The effort is supported through a partnership with United Way of Greater New Bedford. \nVolunteering hours are from 10:00am to 1:00pm. For additional information\, please call 508-992-0122.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/m-o-food-l-i-f-e-food-pantry/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:M.O. L.I.F.E.\, INC.\, 725 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food pantry
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Way of Greater New Bedford":MAILTO:vgrasela@unitedwayofgnb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260511T213613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T213613Z
UID:10165100-1778673600-1778677200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:“Lunch and Learn: Understanding Anxiety” workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe session will focus on practical tools to better understand anxiety and build a sense of calm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch. \nRegistration is available at YWCASEMA.org/events.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/lunch-and-learn-understanding-anxiety-workshop/
LOCATION:YWCA Southeastern Mass\, 20 South 6th St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,Health,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251118T170131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T170131Z
UID:10145844-1778680800-1778684400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Emergency Food Resource Meetings
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSouthcoast Food Policy Council will lead the discussion. The focus is on preparing for disruptions to food relief programs and strengthening the regional food system. \nThe meetings aim to bring people together and find common challenges while building practical solutions. Anyone involved in food recovery or institutional food service or food justice work is welcome to participate.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/weekly-emergency-food-resource-meetings/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southcoast Food Policy Council":MAILTO:chris@marioninstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260119T183742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T183742Z
UID:10152699-1778688000-1778688000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Free Billiards at Lighthouse Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Lighthouse Tavern offers free billiards every Monday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to close. The bar features light fare and drinks. \nLocated at 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-billiards-at-lighthouse-tavern/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Tavern\, 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Pool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260424T022259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T022259Z
UID:10163933-1778695200-1778700600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Southcoast Artists Index Salon Series — Art\, Heart\, and Soul: Cultivating Empathy
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nArtist\, practicing art therapist\, and professor Jane Ferris Richardson will lead “Art\, Heart\, and Soul: Cultivating Empathy.” The free workshop explores reaching inward before responding through art\, with a focus on self-discovery\, expression\, and creative process.\n\nParticipants will learn how making and experiencing art builds insight and connects to personal insight. The session showcases the role of images\, materials\, and process in forming meaning and understanding.\n\nThe Salon Series is a curated program of professional-led workshops for local artists. Topics include fine art\, digital tools\, professional practice\, and creative resources. Sessions also encourage conversation and community building.\nThe program is funded in part by the New Bedford Cultural Council and the Mass Cultural Council.\n\nArtists\, supporters\, and creative professionals are encouraged to attend. For information\, contact Ron Fortier at 508-965-5075 or theartistsindex@gmail.com.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-southcoast-artists-index-salon-series-art-heart-and-soul-cultivating-empathy/
LOCATION:Moby Dick Brewing Co.\, 16 S Water St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260102T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T165453Z
UID:10151998-1778695200-1778702400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Musical Bingo at Ryan's Sports Pub
DESCRIPTION:Ryan’s hosts Good Thomas musical bingo every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/musical-bingo-at-ryans-sports-pub/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Ryan’s Sports Pub and Billiards\, 500 Hathaway Rd\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bingo,Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260511T202444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T202444Z
UID:10164830-1778695200-1778702400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sun Cruiser Swag and Samples at Knuckle Heads
DESCRIPTION:Sun Cruiser swag and samples at Knuckle Heads\, Wednesday\, May 13\, 6 to 8 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sun-cruiser-swag-and-samples-at-knuckle-heads/
LOCATION:Knuckle Heads\, 85 MacArthur Dr.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260510T204725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T204725Z
UID:10164820-1778697000-1778700600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Local Author Talk: Walter James Sylvia — Noumena
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“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 tone. \nSylvia\, a lifelong New Bedford resident\, spent decades as a singer-songwriter and city worker. He now advocates for the homeless and helps lead local recovery groups. \nBooks will be available for purchase during the event.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/local-author-talk-walter-james-sylvia-noumena/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Civic Life,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260309T000246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T000246Z
UID:10161844-1778698800-1778698800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Day Drinkers Wednesday at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Matt Martin and the Day Drinkers will get the weekend started at Cisco.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-day-drinkers-wednesday-at-cisco/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251222T165938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T165938Z
UID:10138940-1778698800-1778706000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Trivia at Play Arcade
DESCRIPTION:Play Arcade hosts trivia every Wednesday from 7–9 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/trivia-at-play-arcade-3/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:PLAY! Arcade\, 34 Union St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Trivia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20260423T152554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T152554Z
UID:10163909-1778698800-1778706000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:ArtWeek: Improv Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nStudents should dress comfortably and be prepared to move during the class\, because anything can happen in improv. \nAttendees are encouraged to bring questions regarding all aspects of improvisation. \nThe fee is $25 for MAC members and $30 for non-members.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/artweek-improv-workshop/
LOCATION:Marion Art Center\, 80 Pleasant St.\, Marion\, MA\, 02738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Culture Calendar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251222T170257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T170258Z
UID:10145269-1778698800-1778709600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Karaoke at Oriental Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday night is karaoke night at Oriental Pearl from 7 to 11 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-at-oriental-pearl-3/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Oriental Pearl\, 576 State St.\,  Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke,Oriental Pearl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T090851
CREATED:20251222T172243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T104216Z
UID:10143129-1778698800-1778709600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Karaoke at Ying Dynasty
DESCRIPTION:Ying Dynasty hosts Karaoke every Wednesday night from 7 to 10 p.m. with Wicked Weezy.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-at-ying-dynasty-2-3/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Ying Dynasty\, 724 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke
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