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  • PACE Holiday Meal Drive

    PACE Holiday Meal Drive
    PACE Community Food Center 477 Park Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The holidays are a season for togetherness and shared meals. For many families in Greater New Bedford, putting a holiday meal on the table can be a challenge. PACE Community Food Center is collecting donations from Dec. 1 through Dec. 15 to support local families. Drop-offs are accepted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to […]

  • Our Sisters’ School Creativity Conference

    Our Sister's School 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, United States

    Our Sisters’ School will hold its first Creativity Conference on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Local media are invited to attend. This hands-on event features workshops led by local artists and creatives. […]

  • Appointments & Briefings Committee meeting

    New Bedford City Hall 133 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford City Council’s Appointments & Briefings Committee will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. in Room 214 at City Hall. Agenda highlights include a 30 […]

  • Family Storytime at RJD

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

    Meet in the garden for an engaging half hour of stories. After the tales, pick up a craft kit to enjoy a creative project together at home. All ages are welcome with an accompanying adult.

  • Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville: Call for submissions

    New Bedford Festival Theatre seeks performers for its production of Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville. Submissions are accepted from Dec. 18 through Jan. 23. Email ebettencourt@nbfestivaltheatre.com to submit or for more details. […]

  • Christmas Card Workshop — Multi Media

    Christmas Card Workshop — Multi Media
    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The mixed media card workshops are on Thursday, Dec. 11 or Dec. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon. The fee is $35. Participants create handmade cards for Christmas, other holidays, or everyday occasions. The class covers collage and decoupage, stamping and stenciling, painting, and creative arrangement. Instruction focuses on building skills that can be used […]

  • Annual New Bedford Community Christmas Caroling

    Buttonwood Senior Center 1 Oneida Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The beloved annual Christmas caroling night is set for Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Buttonwood Park. Carolers will gather in the Senior Center warming house parking lot to lift their voices, spread cheer, and brighten the evening for local families. Lyric books will be provided. Festive attire and candles are encouraged to […]

  • Middle School Family Nights

    Middle School Family Nights
    Keith Middle School 225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, United States +1 more

    At Middle School Family Nights, families can learn about the Early College Program at New Bedford High School. Early College helps students build skills for college success. Participants can earn free college credit while still in high school. College professors teach classes in junior and senior years. Students receive personalized college and career support. Family […]

  • Dave Alves at Cork

    Cork Wine and Tapas 90 Front St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Dave Alves is known for his own takes on classic songs as well as catchy re-imaginings of audience favorites. He is now working on his first solo acoustic album with […]

  • SOBER at Knuckle Heads

    Knuckle Heads 85 MacArthur Dr., New Bedford, MA, United States

    SOBER is an acoustic music act featuring Rylee Gonsalves on vocals and Glen Nunes with his son Zack on guitar. The trio performs a diverse mix of acoustic songs.

  • Bywater Call at Narrows

    Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA, United States

    Bywater Call performs Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $31 in advance and $33 day of show. The Toronto-based seven-piece […]

  • The Salvation Army: Call for donations

    Salvation Army 619 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    With one week left until Christmas, the Salvation Army Massachusetts Division is urging residents to support the Red Kettle Campaign. Donations are down about 24 percent from last year as […]

  • Billy Leetch at Ryan’s Sports Pub

    Ryan's Sports Pub and Billiards 500 Hathaway Rd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Billy Leetch is a singer and acoustic guitarist who performs solo and leads Six String Circus (formerly the Good Ol’ Boys) and a Dave Matthews tribute band called Dancing Nancy.

  • Monthly Open Mic Night

    Mattapoisett Museum 5 Church St., Mattapoisett, MA, United States

    Sing a song, tell a joke, read a poem or play an instrument. The audience is yours, and the entertainment is shared by all. Performers and spectators alike are welcome for an evening that highlights local creativity, friendly faces and community spirit. All ages are welcome.

  • Friends Helping Friends benefit dinner

    Willoughby's Cafe 481 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Willoughby’s Cafe will hold its seventh annual Friends Helping Families dinner on Friday, Dec. 19, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at 481 Ashley Blvd. in New Bedford. The fundraiser supports […]

  • Wild Hearts Open Mic

    Wild Heart Herb House 777 Shawmut Ave., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Wild Hearts Open Mic is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 19, at Wild Heart Herb House with a winter solstice theme. A guided meditation and cleansing ritual led by Nico begins at 6:30 p.m. in the gardens. Poetry follows indoors, with a bonfire outside. A warm jacket is recommended. The open mic is laid back and […]

  • Dock-u-mentary Film Screening: Striker’s Passing

    New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Auditorium 33 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    “Striker’s Passing” is a documentary by filmmaker Jeremy Mayhew about New England harpoon swordfishermen and their struggle in a modern fishing industry. The film follows Captain Gregory Mayhew and his crew from Menemsha to New Bedford and out to Georges Bank. It combines family interviews, scenes at sea, and natural sound to portray a way […]

  • Bob Porawski at Bittersweet Farm

    Bittersweet Farm Tavern 438 Main Road, Westport, MA, United States

    Bob Porawski is a solo musician and acoustic guitar player with a vast song catalog. He has been performing live for over 20 years.

  • Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience at The Vault

    The Vault Music Hall and Pub 791 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience will perform at The Vault. Tickets are available through Eventbrite. General admission is 34.15 dollars. Sales end December 19, 2025. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. […]

  • Outta Kontrol at Oriental Pearl

    Oriental Pearl 576 State St.,  Westport, MA, United States

    Outta Kontrol plays at Oriental Pearl with a hard-charging rock sound. More than 20 years of shows have shaped the band’s loud, fun approach and crowd-friendly sets. Band members include […]

  • The Concept at Knuckle Heads

    Knuckle Heads 85 MacArthur Dr., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Concept is a popular local party band that plays top 40, alt-rock, dance, and sing-along style music from the ’80s until now.