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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
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SUMMARY:Overheard Underwater Exhibit: Perri Lynch Howard
DESCRIPTION:Opening May 17\, the New Bedford Whaling Museum presents “Overheard Underwater\,” a new immersive installation by multimedia artist Perri Lynch Howard. \nMerging underwater soundscapes\, field recordings\, drawings\, and marine mammal spectrographs\, Howard invites visitors to experience the fragile soundscape of our oceans and coastal waterways. \nHer work offers a powerful meditation on marine life\, climate change\, and what it means to truly listen to the environment.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/overheard-underwater-exhibit-perri-lynch-howard/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250512T191452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191452Z
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SUMMARY:Morabeza: Cape Verdean Community in the SouthCoast
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of the 50th anniversary of Cape Verdean independence in 2025\, the New Bedford Whaling Museum presents Morabeza: Cape Verdean Community in the South Coast. The exhibition is part of the Contemporary Cape Verdean 2025 project and explores the Cape Verdean and Cape Verdean American experience through contemporary art and community storytelling. \nHosted in the San Francisco Gallery\, next to the museum’s permanent Cape Verdean exhibit\, the display features oral histories\, music\, photographs\, and personal items from individuals and community organizations across the South Coast\, Rhode Island\, and Cape Cod. It highlights the region’s cultural ties to Cabo Verde and the ongoing presence of Cape Verdean traditions in New England.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/morabeza-cape-verdean-community-in-the-southcoast/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250629T192050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T192050Z
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SUMMARY:Ceremonies & Celebrations\, Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center opens a new exhibit “Ceremonies & Celebrations\,” on Thursday\, July 3. On view through 2025\, the exhibit highlights events that have shaped the city’s fishing community\, including the Scallop Festival\, Working Waterfront Festival\, Blessing of the Fleet\, and Fishermen’s Memorial Service. \nVisitors can explore photos\, videos\, and artifacts from the Center’s collection and community partners. Summer and fall programs include a scallop shucking contest on August 14\, a panel in September\, and a film screening in October. \nMore details at fishingheritagecenter.org/calendar.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ceremonies-celebrations-exhibit/
LOCATION:New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center\, 38 Bethel St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Fishing,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250908T193951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T211011Z
UID:10134343-1757289600-1764633599@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Open Call: 2026 Artist-in-Residence Program
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Creative is accepting applications for the 2026 Artist-in-Residence Program. The deadline is Monday\, Dec. 1\, 2025\, at 11:59 p.m. \nNow in its ninth year\, the program gives artists time and space to create while drawing inspiration from New Bedford’s history\, culture\, and environment. It also asks artists to share their work through free public programs\, making art more accessible to the community. \nUp to three residencies will be awarded. Each comes with a $2\,500 stipend\, studio and exhibition space\, supplies\, and promotional support. \nFor more information and to submit an application\, visit https://nbedc.submittable.com.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/open-call-2026-artist-in-residence-program/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,Call for Art,Call for Artists,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250824T224756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T224756Z
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SUMMARY:I Return With a Feeling Of Us: The Photography of Anthony Barboza
DESCRIPTION:This is the first retrospective exhibition of renowned photographer Anthony Barboza (b. 1944). \nA New Bedford native of Cape Verdean descent\, Anthony Barboza has\, throughout his influential career\, demonstrated a deep compassion for and interest in telling the stories of Black American life and communities of color worldwide. \nBarboza’s photographs resonate with beauty and grace. I Return With a Feeling of Us brings together a wide range of his personal and commercial work—including deeply felt observations of racial injustice and economic inequities\, innovative fashion photography that helped redefine African-American aesthetics and representation\, and masterful\, revelatory portraits of celebrities and fellow creatives for which he is best known.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/i-return-with-a-feeling-of-us-the-photography-of-anthony-barboza/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250824T223736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T223736Z
UID:10133276-1757548800-1765324799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Shape of Who We Are: Exploring Identity
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Art Museum presents The Shape of Who We Are: Exploring Identity\, a juried showcase curated by Marcelle Joseph\, an independent curator and collector. \nIdentity can connect us to our origins or inspire transformation. In Shape of Who We Are\, artists from across the globe explore how identity is formed\, expressed\, and reimagined through race\, gender\, class\, culture\, and personal history. These works invite us to reflect on what we choose to carry forward\, what we leave behind\, and the infinite ways we might become. \nAdmission is $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-shape-of-who-we-are-exploring-identity/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Exhibition,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250920T231244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T212056Z
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SUMMARY:Call for Artists - Synergies: Hybrid Art
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Art Museum is accepting submissions for “Synergies: Hybrid Art\,” a juried exhibition open to artists worldwide. The show seeks work that blends disciplines\, materials\, and technologies to create new forms of expression. \nJurors are Amy Lemaire and Nicolas Touron\, a Brooklyn-based artist duo. Their collaborative practice explores material\, form\, and the overlap of natural and constructed environments. They work in sculpture\, glass\, and installation to create immersive narratives. \nSubmission fee is $40 for up to five images\, with $5 for each additional image. \nThe deadline is November 17.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/call-for-artists-synergies-hybrid-art/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Call for Art,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250910T155734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T213933Z
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SUMMARY:Mill Town Art Exhibit at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:The Mill Town Art Exhibit will be on view from Friday\, Sept. 13\, through Friday\, Nov. 29\, at Narrows. A public opening reception will take place on Friday\, September 20\, from noon to 2 p.m. \nArtist Sheila Oliveira presents work that reinterprets the photography of Lewis Wickes Hine with a contemporary lens on the realities of early 20th-century mill life. Through reimagined images and sculptural pieces made from vintage mill machinery\, the exhibition explores themes of child labor\, industrial hardship\, and the lives of textile workers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mill-town-art-exhibit-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Narrows Center,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250926T173318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T214211Z
UID:10135177-1758844800-1762819199@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Creative Grant Programs Now Accepting 2026 Applications
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Creative has opened its application process for the 2026 grant cycle. The programs Art is Everywhere! and Wicked Cool Places aim to support artists\, entrepreneurs\, and community groups in shaping the city’s cultural future.\nArt is Everywhere! funds projects that use creativity to address community needs. Wicked Cool Places supports initiatives that create or sustain welcoming spaces in the city. Past projects have included youth podcasts\, outdoor art programs\, and public events. \nGrants range from $1\,500 to $10\,000 and are open to individuals\, nonprofits\, community organizations\, and businesses. An independent committee of New Bedford residents and representatives will review applications. \nThe deadline to apply is Monday\, Nov. 10\, 2025\, at 11:59 p.m. Applications must be submitted through NewBedfordCreative.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-creative-grant-programs-now-accepting-2026-applications/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,Call for Art,Call for Artists,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251228
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251016T180352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T180352Z
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SUMMARY:In the Valley of the Shadow: The Cost of Walking with Death exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Narrows Center for the Arts will feature a solo exhibition by artist Brian Fox from Oct. 4 to Dec. 27\, 2025. \n“In the Valley of the Shadow: The Cost of Walking with Death” highlights the faces and stories of American service members from World War II to the present. Through bold and emotional portraits\, Fox honors their courage and the deep cost of sacrifice. \nFox says the message is simple: never forget those who gave everything and the families whose lives were forever changed.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/in-the-valley-of-the-shadow-the-cost-of-walking-with-death-exhibit/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,History,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251012T180102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T180102Z
UID:10135636-1759968000-1763942399@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Wainer Woods Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Westport natives Merri Cyr and Chief Nij-Pajikwat-Mo`z (Chief Two Running Elk)\, also known as Robert Cox\, are creating the town’s first sculpture of an Eastern Woodlands Indian. It will be installed at Wainer Woods Farm. \nThe exhibition previews the monument and shows the artists’ process. Photographs styled by Cyr and the Chief shaped the sculpture’s stance and mood. The final work will be a larger-than-life\, 3D-printed bronze sculpture. Reproductions of ritual objects\, researched and designed by the Chief\, are also on display. \nChief Two Running Elk is a descendant of the Wainer and Cuffe families\, who have owned the farm for more than 200 years. He plans to make Wainer Woods a community space and educational center. Artist residencies\, a food forest\, a seed-saving farm\, and an orchard are part of the vision. \nThe exhibition runs Oct. 9–Nov. 23. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/wainer-woods-exhibition/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251008T030206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T030206Z
UID:10135600-1760572800-1761955199@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:The American Red Cross is encouraging blood and platelet donations to help maintain a steady supply for patients in need. Blood donations often decline in October as people settle into fall routines\, but the need for blood remains constant. \nThose who donate blood\, platelets\, or plasma between September 22 and October 19 will receive a $10 Amazon.com gift card via email. Donors from Oct. 20 to Nov. 16 will receive a $10 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice and be entered for a chance to win one of three $5\,000 gift cards. \nUpcoming donation opportunities include: \nAcushnet \n Oct. 29: 12:15 to 4:15 p.m.\, Acushnet Council on Aging\, 59½ S. Main St. \nFairhaven \n Oct. 19: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, St. Mary’s Church\, 440 Main St. \n Oct. 26: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, Trinity Lutheran Church\, 16 Temple Pl. \nFall River \n Oct. 28: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, Atlantis Charter School\, 991 Jefferson St. Ext. \nNew Bedford \n Oct. 16: 1:30 to 6 p.m.\, Waypoint Event Center at Fairfield Inn\, 185 MacArthur Drive. \n Oct. 22: 2 to 6:30 p.m.\, Southcoast Health St. Luke’s White Home\, 101 Page St. \n Oct. 30: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, The Oaks\, 4525 Acushnet Ave. \nAppointments can be made at RedCrossBlood.org\, by calling 1-800-RED CROSS\, or through the Red Cross Blood Donor App.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Blood Drive,Civic Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251021T001432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T001432Z
UID:10135825-1760918400-1763855999@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Call for Artists: Hatch Street Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Hatch Street Studios is seeking artists and vendors for its annual Open Studios event on Nov. 22 and 23\, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The weekend draws more than a thousand visitors from across Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, and Boston.\nParticipants can rent a 10-by-10-foot space for $135 for the weekend. Artists must provide their own tables and display materials.\nArtists\, makers\, and food vendors are welcome. To apply\, email hatchstreetevents@gmail.com with a brief description of your work\, two or three photos\, contact information\, and any website or social media links.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/call-for-artists-hatch-street-open-studios-2/
LOCATION:Hatch Street Studios\, 88 Hatch Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Call for Art,Call for Artists,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251022T203604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T203604Z
UID:10135884-1761091200-1765843199@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Pumpkins and Cornstalks Recycling/Compost
DESCRIPTION:Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management is reminding residents to keep pumpkins and cornstalks out of the trash this season. They can be left out for yard waste pickup\, dropped off at the Recycling Center\, or composted at home. \nUnpainted pumpkins and cornstalks are accepted with leaves and grass on the weekday after regular trash collection. They can also be brought to the Recycling Center on Shawmut Avenue\, open Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. \nResidents can compost pumpkins and cornstalks in backyard bins with other food scraps and yard waste. Compost bins are available for $25 at the Crapo Hill Landfill scale house on Samuel Barnet Boulevard. \nFor details\, contact Waste Reduction Manager Marissa Perez-Dormitzer at marissa@gnbrrmdistrict.org\nor (508) 979-1493.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/pumpkins-and-cornstalks-recycling-compost/
LOCATION:New Bedford Recycling Center\, 1103 Shawmut Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Recycling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T083000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251016T170350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T170350Z
UID:10135761-1761121800-1761121800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Finance Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District Finance Committee will meet Wednesday\, Oct. 22\, at 8:30 a.m. The meeting will take place in person and on Zoom at this link. \nThe agenda includes approval of minutes\, a cash analysis\, treasurer’s report\, and review of the voucher warrant. Members will also discuss September 2025 general journal details\, the Charles Schwab OPEB statement\, and the FY26 agency budget. The committee will consider authorization of electronic payments for recurring invoices.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/finance-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251006T220749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T220749Z
UID:10135303-1761134400-1761138000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Cape Verdean Identity in Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:A virtual conversation on Cape Verdean identity in contemporary art will take place Oct. 22 from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. The free program on Zoom features artists and scholars Sandim Mendes\, Christian Gonçalves\, and Claire Andrade-Watkins. Ymelda Rivera Laxton\, assistant curator of contemporary art and community projects at the New Bedford Whaling Museum\, will moderate. \nThe discussion will explore how Cape Verdean and intersectional identities are expressed across different art forms. The event is presented in connection with the museum’s Cape Verdean Contemporary project. \nRegistration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QAbqve3HSS2DJFfoFxSzBA \n More information: https://www.whalingmuseum.org/program/cape-verdean-identity-in-contemporary-art/
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cape-verdean-identity-in-contemporary-art/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Discussion,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251016T173315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T173315Z
UID:10135765-1761141600-1761148800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Watercolor Autumn Leave Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Artists will use real autumn leaves as inspiration while exploring watercolor techniques. The class covers color mixing\, brushwork\, and creative effects like scratching\, spraying\, and flicking to add texture and depth. \nThe workshop takes place Wednesday\, Oct. 22\, from 2 to 4 p.m. The cost is $45\, and all materials are included.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/watercolor-autumn-leave-workshop/
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250930T171619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T171619Z
UID:10135209-1761148800-1761159600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries Fall Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries will host their fall book sale from Oct. 22 to 25 at Southworth Library. This is a favorite event among local book lovers and features a wide selection of titles at affordable prices. Proceeds will support library programs and services. \nThe sale will begin with a members-only preview on Wednesday\, Oct. 22\, from 4 to 7 p.m.\, available by appointment. Regular sale hours are Thursday\, Oct. 23\, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday\, Oct. 24\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday\, Oct. 25\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/friends-of-the-dartmouth-libraries-fall-book-sale/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:Southworth Library\, 732 Dartmouth Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Culture Calendar,Shop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251021T222834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T222834Z
UID:10135874-1761154200-1761154200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Alma del Mar Board of Trustees meeting
DESCRIPTION:Alma del Mar Board of Trustees will hold its annual meeting Wednesday\, Oct. 22\, 2025\, at 5:30 p.m. \nAgenda items include attendance\, approval of the 2024 annual meeting minutes\, and a vote on the 2025–26 slate of board members. \nThe meeting will end with a motion to adjourn.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/alma-del-mar-board-of-trustees-meeting/
LOCATION:Alma del Mar Family Center\, 777 Church Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251014T235249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T235249Z
UID:10135757-1761156000-1761159600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Join The Light’s Elections Chat: Interviews with New Bedford School Committee candidates
DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about candidates for open School Committee seats in the Nov. 4 election in New Bedford? Join Light columnist Jack Spillane as he interviews candidates in a live Elections Chat.  You can send in your questions\, too. \nHere are the details: \nWednesday\, Oct. 22\, at 6 p.m.: Candidates for School Committee \nThe four candidates for the three available seats on the six-member board — newcomers Richard Porter\, Von Marie Moniz\, Marcus Coward and incumbent Melissa Costa — will join Jack. \nSign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TF7y7BI4SWuedMOtm0ApDg \n\nICYMI: Catch up on previous Chats with New Bedford candidates this year here: \nhttps://newbedfordlight.org/the-chat/
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/join-the-lights-elections-chat-interviews-with-new-bedford-school-committee-candidates/
LOCATION:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/join-the-lights-elections-chat-interviews-with-new-bedford-school-committee-candidates/
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Election,Politics,The Chat
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UID:10135766-1761213600-1761213600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Beeswax Kitchen Wraps Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Participants will make up to six reusable cotton and beeswax wraps in three sizes. The instructor shows how to infuse organic cotton with beeswax\, plant oil\, and tree resin to create flexible wraps that can replace plastic in the kitchen. \nThe workshop takes place Thursday\, Oct. 23\, and Saturday\, Nov. 8\, at 10 a.m. The cost is $45\, and all materials are included. It’s a hands-on way to make something practical and earth-friendly.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/beeswax-kitchen-wraps-workshop-2/2025-10-23/
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:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251014T183724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T183724Z
UID:10135749-1761224400-1761224400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at New Bedford Music Academy
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Music Academy will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its grand opening on Thursday\, Oct. 23\, at 1 p.m. The academy offers lessons in piano\, voice\, guitar\, drums\, violin\, and more\, led by experienced instructors focused on helping students build skill and confidence. \nMembers of the New Bedford City Council will attend\, and guests can tour the facility and learn more about the new music education space. Light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-at-new-bedford-music-academy/
LOCATION:New Bedford Music Academy\, 909 Ashley Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Education,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251014T183021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T183021Z
UID:10135748-1761231600-1761238800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Trails of New Bedford: Signs of the Season
DESCRIPTION:The Trustees’ Mobile Adventures and New Bedford Parks\, Recreation\, and Beaches present the Trails of New Bedford Fall Series at the Ricketson Nature Center in Brooklawn Park. Families can partake in free weekly nature play and learning throughout the season. \nOn Oct. 23\, the theme is “Signs of the Season\,” exploring how plants and animals prepare for colder days through hands-on activities\, crafts\, and games. \nSpace is limited\, and registration is required at newbedfordma.myrec.com.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/trails-of-new-bedford-signs-of-the-season/
LOCATION:Ricketson Nature Center\, 54 Irvington St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brooklawn Park,Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Family,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T164500
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251021T213309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T213309Z
UID:10135869-1761237900-1761237900@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:School Department Governance and Policy Sub-Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford School Committee’s Governance and Policy Sub-Committee will meet Thursday\, Oct. 23\, 2025\, at 4:45 p.m. \nThe agenda includes second readings of policies on non-discrimination\, school admissions\, and student discipline. \nMembers will also review updates from the Massachusetts Association of School Committees\, including civil rights\, student records\, and meal modifications. \nPolicies on graduation requirements and middle school pathway exploration will be considered\, and the committee will review the possible removal of the graduation exercises policy for New Bedford High School.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/school-department-governance-and-policy-sub-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\,\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Politics,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251016T152551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T184327Z
UID:10135759-1761238800-1761246000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Business After Hours in October
DESCRIPTION:Professionals will gather for an evening of conversation and connections on Thursday\, Oct. 23\, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fall River Country Club\, 4232 N. Main St. \nFood\, networking\, and prize drawings are included. Guests are encouraged to bring business cards. \nAdmission is free for members and $25 for nonmembers. For details\, contact Katie Greene\, vice president of marketing and events. \nBusiness After Hours is hosted by the One SouthCoast Chamber and sponsored by Fall River Municipal Credit Union.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/business-after-hours-in-october/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Business,Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251012T185114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T185114Z
UID:10135638-1761238800-1761249600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Community Screening of "Can't Look Away"
DESCRIPTION:A community screening will explore the effects of social media on young users. The free event includes dinner\, child care\, and a follow-up discussion with local behavioral health professionals. \nIt runs Thursday\, Oct. 23\, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pre-registration is preferred.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/community-screening-of-cant-look-away/
LOCATION:Keith Middle School\, 225 Hathaway Blvd\, New Bedford\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251020T224414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224414Z
UID:10135813-1761242400-1761251400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom course
DESCRIPTION:A five-week weaving course will be held Thursdays from Oct. 23 to Nov. 20. Classes run from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Students will learn basic weaving on a rigid heddle loom and finish a handmade project such as a scarf\, table runner\, or placemats. \nLooms are available for a $10 rental fee paid at the first class. Students with their own rigid loom may bring it. After registering\, the instructor will email details about materials and yarn. \nThe class is limited to six students. Tuition starts at $150. For questions\, contact instructor Lisa Elliott at 508-994-1250 or lisaelliott36@gmail.co \nElliott studied graphic design at the Rhode Island School of Design and weaving at UMass Dartmouth. She creates rugs\, wearables\, and home accessories on both floor and rigid heddle looms.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/weaving-on-a-rigid-heddle-loom-course/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Cultural Center\, 404 Elm Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Class,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20251021T220127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T220127Z
UID:10135871-1761244200-1761244200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Appointments & Briefings Committee of the City Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Appointments & Briefings Committee of the City Council of New Bedford will convene on Thursday\, Oct. 23\, 2025\, at 6:30 p.m. in Room 214 of City Hall. \nThe agenda includes the appointment of Connor Worden to the Conservation Commission with a term ending in June 2027 and the appointment of Maria Adamides as a constable. \nA new private livery license application from New Bedford Transportation\, LLC will also be discussed. The session is livestreamed and recorded. \nFind the complete agenda here.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/appointments-briefings-committee-of-the-city-council-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T203000
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CREATED:20251007T112948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T112948Z
UID:10135592-1761244200-1761251400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Arts Illuminated live showcase: 'The Macabre'
DESCRIPTION:🔆 The New Bedford Light is beckoning art enthusiasts\, artists and potential art buyers to attend our next Arts Illuminated showcase\, as we explore “The Macabre” on Thursday\, Oct. 23\, at 6:30 p.m. at the Steeple Playhouse in New Bedford. \n😱 With Halloween hovering\, it’s time to venture into the dark side of art 🌒.  Join us as we interview selected artists about their work\, in mediums ranging from traditional to the digital\, from painting to pottery\, from the serious to the comic. \n🎃 You’ll have the chance to browse their offerings up close\, mingle with the artists and Light staff\, and buy during our signature “Afterglow” reception. Refreshments served! \n👻 Get in the spirit! We invite everyone to dress for this spooky occasion. Whether you lean toward Wednesday Addams\, the Dark Knight or “he who must not be named\,” we hope to see you there. 🌚
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/arts-illuminated-live-showcase-the-macabre/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T044031
CREATED:20250929T000327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T195418Z
UID:10135186-1761246000-1761246000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:"The Phantom of the Opera" silent film with live pipe organ accompaniment
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the classic silent movie starring Lon Chaney\, known as “The Man of a Thousand Faces\,” with a spinechilling evening at the Unitarian Memorial Church. \nTim Evans\, the new music director for the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven and an accomplished theater organist\, will provide live accompaniment to the 93-minute film. \nChaney’s performance as the horribly disfigured Phantom who lurks beneath the Paris Opera set the mark high for horror films to come. The fundraiser will benefit the Organ Fund. Light refreshments follow.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-phantom-of-the-opera-silent-film-with-live-pipe-organ-accompaniment/
LOCATION:Unitarian Memorial Church\, 102 Green St.\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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