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. Artifacts include the […]
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. Businesses are asked to host donation boxes provided and maintained by ROWB. Boxes will be picked up monthly or sooner if full. The business with the […]
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. Images highlight the changing relationship between photographer and sitter in a complex urban economy. Featured works include one of the last […]
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. The drive is also a way to support sustainability and care for neighbors. Clothing donations help keep […]
PACE Head Start is accepting applications for the September 2026 school year. The free program serves about 200 children ages 3 to 5 from income-eligible families in New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, and Acushnet. Children receive early education programs intended to prepare them for kindergarten. Programming includes classroom learning, health services, parent education, family support, and […]
Secure your spot today! The Juniors Summer Rowing Program at the New Bedford Rowing Center is now taking signups. Open to ages 12-18, the two-week sessions in July and August are designed to equip newbies with rowing basics and develop skills for those with experience. Dates are: Session 1: July 6 - 18, Mon-Thurs, 4:00-6:00 […]
Registration is open for Fairhaven’s MA250 Revolutionary Fourth of July parade and celebration on July 4, 2026. Residents, visitors, and local groups are being sought to join the procession. Neighbors along Green Street are encouraged to decorate homes and yards with patriotic displays. Events begin at 8 a.m. at Fairhaven High School with a flag […]
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 […]
WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end hunger in the South Coast region of Massachusetts by providing food to individuals experiencing food insecurity, promoting education and awareness about hunger in our community, […]
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, […]
Leather Crafting: Viking Pouch is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is $55. Materials and tools are included. This workshop goes over basic leatherworking skills. Students will build a classic Viking-style pouch from start to finish. No experience is needed. Choose your leather, shape the design, and add […]
A free waterfront festival runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 13 at the Community Boating Center in Clark’s Cove. The event marks the close of the SouthCoast Snackdown. Highlights include the crowning of this year’s Nata Champions and a live pastéis de nata eating contest. Food trucks and family activities will […]
Cool treats are coming to neighborhoods across New Bedford on Saturday, June 13, during the New Bedford Police Department's 2026 Ice Cream Social. Families can stop by for one free ice cream per child. Locations and times: Westlawn Park, 11 a.m. to noon Parkdale, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Shawmut Village, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Temple […]
The New Bedford Coalition to Save Our Schools community meeting is Saturday, June 13, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Church. Students, families, educators, and community members will discuss support for immigrant families and local schools. The gathering begins with a picture book read aloud. Children are welcome. Pizza and water will be […]
The Descendants of Whaling Masters’ 52nd annual meeting is on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from noon to 3 p.m. The program opens with a social hour. A short business meeting follows along with lunch and a featured talk. Michael P. Dyer, a maritime historian and former curator at Mystic Seaport Museum, presents “Buzzards Bay Hypothesis.” […]
Different StrokeZ is a Boston-based cover band known for blending R&B, hip-hop, pop, funk, reggae, and dance hits. The band’s setlists focus on crowd favorites and dance music spanning multiple decades and genres.
Buzzard Blue Band is a local group blends traditional Delta blues with Chicago swing, Southern rock and soul to create a high-energy rhythm and blues sound. Known for its mix of classic rock and blues influences, the band delivers a set rooted in what it describes as “house-rockin’” music.
Buzzards Bay Brewing's summer concert series continues with live music and local food. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Food service usually starts around 4 p.m. On Saturday, June 13 BBQ y MAS will have food available throughout the evening. Brownell's Bakery will have fresh-baked treats. Roots Run Wild will perform Americana, roots music, and with […]
Kettle Kitchen Concerts pair tacos, tunes, and cold beer on Saturday afternoons. The brewery is open from 3 to 8 p.m., with free live music each week at 5:30 p.m. South Coast artists bring the soundtrack. BBQ y MAS serves Birria tacos from the Kettle Kitchen at Buzzards Bay Brewing, along with rotating weekly specials […]
Day of Portugal Fall River 2026 is set for Friday, June 12, through Sunday, June 14, in Fall River. The three-day celebration features Portuguese music, food, culture, and family activities. Friday night opens with performances by DJ Rock The Mike, Tony Borges, and Banda Euro, Bia Caboz, and DJ Dupla Mete Cá sets beginning at […]
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