• Intro to Leather Crafting

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    This leathercraft workshop introduces the basics of working with leather while making a small trifold purse. Students will design, decorate, and saddle-stitch a functional pouch to keep everyday items easy […]

  • Four Chaplains Service

    St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church 110 Summer St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    American Legion Post One honors the Four Chaplains each February with a memorial service recognizing their sacrifice aboard the SS Dorchester during World War II. Founded in 1919, the nonprofit […]

  • Human Trafficking Awareness Event

    Shachah Praise & Worship Center 95 Willow Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Shachah Praise & Worship Center will host a human trafficking awareness event on Sunday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. The program focuses on education, awareness, and standing together to address […]

  • Sweetheart Tea at RJD

    Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum 396 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The annual Sweetheart Tea is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the RJD. Couples share tea at a private table for two, with sandwiches, scones, […]

  • Creative Escape Adult Art Workshop for February

    Catherine Carter Art School 88 Hatch St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Creative Escape Adult Art Workshop is on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Catherine Carter Art School inside Hatch Street Studios, Studio 210. Artists ages 18 and […]

  • This Can Be You — Wind Edition

    Zeiterion 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    On Monday, Feb. 9, at 10 a.m., The Zeiterion presents a schooltime performance of "This Can Be You – Wind Edition" by STEAM the Streets. The performance marks a homecoming […]

  • School Committee meeting

    Keith Middle School 225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, United States

    The next New Bedford School Committee meeting is on Monday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m. in the Steven De Rossi Community Room at Keith Middle School. Agenda items include: The […]

  • Virtual Hiring Event

    Southcoast Health is holding a virtual hiring event on Indeed on Tuesday, Feb. 10, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event focuses on physical and occupational therapists, speech pathologists, […]

  • SouthCoast Business Builders Breakfast

    Primo on Water Street 36 Water St., Fall River, MA, United States

    SouthCoast Business Builders Breakfast is hosted by Primo on Water Street and sponsored by Mechanics Bank. The event is a low-key way to build connections and share ideas. The February […]

  • Weaving an Oak Hoop Egg Basket

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    This class features a simple and charming basket with everyday appeal. Medium size measures about 8 by 8 by 10 inches. Quarter-inch reeds form the structure, and a half-round reed […]

  • Movement at the Museum: In a Landscape

    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Experience Movement at the Museum: In a Landscape, an event that celebrates dance through performances, talks, and workshops spanning modern dance and ballet. This month features Steven Vaughn, whose new […]

  • Improvisational Theater Workshop

    3rd Eye Unlimited 230 Union St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Griot’s Corner Improvisational Theater Workshop begins Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, at 8 p.m. Sessions run for 12 weeks at 3rd Eye Unlimited, 230 Union St. in New Bedford. Open […]

  • Sea Glass and Sea Shell Heart Ornament Workshop

    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Create a sea glass and sea shell heart ornament in this hands-on workshop inspired by the charm of a sailor’s Valentine. Students will assemble, arrange, and glue natural materials to […]

  • City Planning Board meeting

    Zoom Meeting

    New Bedford’s Planning Board will meet virtually at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. There will be a 2½-hour time limit, and must end by 8:30 p.m. Agenda items include […]

  • Movies at the MAC Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt

    Marion Art Center 80 Pleasant St., Marion, MA, United States

    In conjunction with the DATMA/MA exhibition, Being Seen: C"elebrating Pride in the SouthCoast." This special film screening honors lives lost to AIDS and the power of activism. The screening is […]

  • Zeiterion Opening House During AHA! Night

    Zeiterion 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Take a tour of the newly restored and renovated Zeiterion. During AHA! nights, The Z will be open to the public for self-guided tours. Stop by from 5 to 7:30 […]

  • The Homecoming Opening Reception

    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Homecoming opens on AHA! Night at the New Bedford Art Museum as part of the public debut of the exhibition. Doors are open Thursday, Feb. 12, from 5 to 8 […]

  • AHA! Night: I AM NB — Storytelling Series Part 1

    Downtown New Bedford Union St. /Purchase St. Area, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Part 1 of the I AM NB Storytelling Series opens the 2026 AHA! Night season on Thursday, Feb. 12. Free programming centers on the grand reopening of The Zeiterion and […]

  • Hauling Back Generational Fishing Family Project Showcase

    New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center 38 Bethel St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Photographer Phil Mello and videographer Markham Starr share insights from the Hauling Back Generational Fishing Family Project. The ongoing effort documents multigenerational fishing families and businesses across New Bedford and […]

  • Original Works Lab Opens Submissions for 2026

    Your Theatre Inc has opened submissions for its 2026 Original Works Lab, inviting SouthCoast playwrights to share original work. The Original Works Lab, known as OWL, supports writers at all […]