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 […]
Proteanna: Susan Heideman is on view at the New Bedford Whaling Museum from May 29 through Nov. 1. The exhibition features large-scale mixed-media works by Heideman inspired by ocean life […]
Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking volunteers for its Playspace Program across Massachusetts. Horizons supports young children experiencing homelessness through early education, play, and family services. The organization operates trauma-informed […]
“Sailors' Valentines: Maritime Art From the Heart” is on view through Nov. 8 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Shell-covered keepsakes, known as sailors' valentines, have long been tied to […]
New Bedford has a new yard waste collection schedule in effect from September through December 2026. Yard waste will be collected the day after each household’s regular trash day. Friday […]
The Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) is seeking applicants for a new regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Interested individuals are invited to complete the BPAC membership […]
Making Waves will run throughout October at the New Bedford YMCA, 25 S. Water St. Participants can choose a swimming goal and raise funds as they go. Proceeds will help […]
Photographs, newspaper clippings, artifacts, and personal stories can be submitted for "Inflection Point: A 50-Year Commemoration of the 1977 New Bedford Gas Explosion." The exhibit will explore the disaster’s impact […]
PACE is accepting applications for its Home Energy Assistance Program to help eligible households pay for heating. Applications can be submitted by mail or in person beginning Oct. 13. Online […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
The New Bedford Wellness Initiative offers free Sunday wellness programs at the New Bedford Boys and Girls Club from October through May. Activities include meditation at 9 a.m., yoga at […]
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 […]
Here comes the sun, and a little Beatles music. Cisco Kitchen & Bar will host a weekly brunch every Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. Musicians Quincy Jacobs and Michael Giambusso, […]
The New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium will offer a needle-felting workshop Sunday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon at 101 W. Rodney French Blvd., Studio 260, in New […]
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 & […]
Halloween gets a little wild at Boo at the Zoo for three October weekends at Buttonwood Park Zoo. Daylight trick-or-treating runs on Oct. 10-11, 17-18, and 24-25 from 10 a.m. […]
The monthly Kundalini Yoga with Sacred Sound class is on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Yoga Es Vida Collective. Registration is required. The fee is $20. […]
The Community Boating Center will offer public programming for Mishoon Burn, a traditional dugout canoe-making process, Oct. 21, 22, 23, 25, and 27. Follow the Community Boating Center on social […]
The Vault will host Dragula’s Brunch, a Halloween-themed drag show, on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Billed as “Brunch of the Living Drag,” the event combines […]
The Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market is back for its sixth season on Purchase Street in downtown Fall River. The market is open every Sunday from 11 a.m. to […]
Buzzards Bay Brewing’s 2026 corn maze runs Saturdays and Sundays from Sept. 5 through Nov. 1. The 7-acre maze features a movie-themed challenge called “Moovies.” Guests search for movie scenes, […]
Little Theatre of Fall River will stage Ira Levin’s “Deathtrap” Oct. 15-25 at the Firebarn, 340 Prospect St., Fall River. The dark comedy follows Sidney Bruhl, a struggling Broadway writer […]
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