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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T190000
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SUMMARY:Dock-u-mentary: “I Hope Those People Sink”
DESCRIPTION:“I Hope Those People Sink” looks back at the New Bedford fishermen’s strike four decades later. \nIan Coss\, host of GBH’s The Big Dig\, presents a screening and discussion of his team’s latest documentary on the 1985 to 1986 strike. The film revisits a turbulent three-month period through archival footage and interviews with those who took part. \nA live conversation and audience Q&A follow the one-hour screening.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dock-u-mentary-i-hope-those-people-sink/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Film,Fishing,Fishing,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260210T175718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T175816Z
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SUMMARY:Marky Mark and Rock'n Ron at Bittersweet Farm
DESCRIPTION:Mark Gagne and Ron Farias join forces as a dynamic duo\, Marky Mark and Rock’n Ron. Their music spans rock and country from the 1960s to today. Their performances reflect many years of experience and musical range.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/marky-mark-and-rockn-ron-at-bittersweet-farm-2/
LOCATION:Bittersweet Farm Tavern\, 438 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T193000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260213T174929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T174929Z
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SUMMARY:Director Showcase: Happily Ever After
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc presents a Director Showcase featuring two plays about the big day and the long road. \n“Wedding Bash\,” by Andrew Leeds and Lindsey Kraft\, directed by Kate Vieira \nA newly married couple invites two friends over to relive the highlights of their wedding. Tension builds as it becomes clear not everyone loved the big day as much as they claimed. \n“The Happy Journey to Camden and Trenton\,” by Thornton Wilder\, directed by Shelbi Chandler \nThe second play follows a family traveling from Newark to Camden\, NJ\, to visit their married daughter after the loss of her baby. Their journey is punctuated by talk\, laughter\, memories (some mundane\, some happy\, some painful)\, and appreciation of the present moment. \nPerformances run Feb. 20-22\, 2026. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday\, Feb. 20; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Feb. 21; and 2 p.m. Sunday\, Feb. 22. \nThis event is free\, thanks to the generosity of community supporters.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/director-showcase-happily-ever-after/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Steeple Playhouse,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260205T192444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T192444Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy Night: Mike Murray ft. Andy and Mr.Kuze at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:Comedy Night is a laugh-filled evening of stand-up led by headliner Mike Murray. The show features Andy and Mr. Kuze. Audiences can expect sharp jokes from comics with distinct voices and mixed styles. \nMike Murray is known for smart observations and strong crowd connection. Andy and Mr. Kuze add fast-paced humor and fresh perspectives. \nAdmission is $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Tables are available for groups with a table of four for $60 and a table of eight for $120. Table tickets must be purchased before the day of the show. \nTickets and details are available online at Eventbrite.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/comedy-night-mike-murray-ft-andy-and-mr-kuze-at-the-vault/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Culture Calendar,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260216T193020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T193020Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play & Learn: Frozen Fun
DESCRIPTION:Mobile Adventures hosts a free family program on winter hydrology from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday\, Feb. 21.\n\nChildren and caregivers can learn about how water moves through the seasons\, focusing on what happens when temperatures drop. Activities include experiments with snow\, a look at the subnivean zone beneath the snowpack\, and simple lessons on freezing and melting. Participants also create snowflake-inspired crafts to take home.\n\nMobile Adventures is an urban youth program of The Trustees. It offers free nature-based play and learning experiences for children in Boston\, Fall River\, and New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/nature-play-learn-frozen-fun/
LOCATION:New Bedford Public Library\, 613 Pleasant St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Kids,School Vacation Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260213T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T180125Z
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SUMMARY:Director Showcase: Happily Ever After
DESCRIPTION:Your Theatre Inc presents a Director Showcase featuring two plays about the big day and the long road. \n“Wedding Bash\,” by Andrew Leeds and Lindsey Kraft\, directed by Kate Vieira \nA newly married couple invites two friends over to relive the highlights of their wedding. Tension builds as it becomes clear not everyone loved the big day as much as they claimed. \n“The Happy Journey to Camden and Trenton\,” by Thornton Wilder\, directed by Shelbi Chandler \nThe second play follows a family traveling from Newark to Camden\, NJ\, to visit their married daughter after the loss of her baby. Their journey is punctuated by talk\, laughter\, memories (some mundane\, some happy\, some painful)\, and appreciation of the present moment. \nPerformances run Feb. 20-22\, 2026. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday\, Feb. 20; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday\, Feb. 21; and 2 p.m. Sunday\, Feb. 22. \nThis event is free\, thanks to the generosity of community supporters.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/director-showcase-happily-ever-after-2/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:The Steeple Playhouse\, 159 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T190000
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SUMMARY:Funky Cat Five
DESCRIPTION:A rare\, high-energy collaboration comes to the Shepherd Center on Saturday\, Feb. 21\, at 7 p.m. \nFunky Cat Five returns with guitars and trumpets drawn from the golden age of jazz and rock. Fans of Felix the Funky Cat will recognize the spark. New listeners get another chance to catch the sound live. \nTrumpeter Garret Savluk joins the group. He is a longtime friend and bandmate from the Heavy Metal Horns. \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 online and $25 at the door. Concessions will be available.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/funky-cat-five/
LOCATION:The Shepherd Center\, 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance)\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260201T181835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T181835Z
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SUMMARY:Ally the Piper at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:Ally the Piper brings an electrifying live show that blends original music with bold interpretations of classic rock and heavy metal. A global internet sensation with nearly 5 million followers\, she is known for pushing the traditional Great Highland bagpipe into a modern spotlight.\n\nThe show is on Saturday\, February 21\, 2026. Tickets are $54 in advance\, $57 on the day of the show\, and $104 for VIP. Doors open at 7 p.m.\, with music starting at 8 p.m. The VIP package includes a pre-show meet-and-greet and admission to the performance.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ally-the-piper-at-narrows/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Narrows Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T133000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260218T202518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T202518Z
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SUMMARY:Cândida Film Screening\, Live Performance & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The closing weeks of Morabeza: Cape Verdean Community in the South Coast will be marked by a special film screening\, live music\, and conversation. The exhibit will be on view through Feb. 24 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum.\n\nProgram begins at 1:30 p.m. Sunday\, Feb. 22\, in the Harbor View Gallery. Admission is free with museum entry.\n\nArtist Cândida Rose Baptista will appear alongside a screening of the 45-minute documentary Cândida\, directed by Rosalyn Negrón of the University of Massachusetts Boston. The film offers an intimate look at Baptista’s life and work\, tracing connections between Cape Verdean heritage\, music\, and community across generations.\n\nLive music by Baptista will follow the screening. Audience members can take part in a Q&A with the artist and filmmaker.\n\nDocumentary follows a second-generation Cape Verdean American singer\, songwriter\, author\, and educator as she returns to Cabo Verde to explore traditional music and its global influence. Journey takes her across the islands\, including Brava\, her ancestral home. Story blends personal history with cultural discovery. The film was an official selection of the New Bedford Film Festival and received a nomination for Best South Coast Narrative.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/candida-film-screening-live-performance-conversation/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,History,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260213T173154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T173154Z
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SUMMARY:Ruckus Early Music at Westport Point
DESCRIPTION:Concerts at the Point welcomes Ruckus Early Music on Sunday\, Feb. 22\, 2026\, at 3 p.m. \nThe New York–based group is known for energized takes on early music\, mixing period instruments with a modern edge. They’ll be joined by flutist Emi Ferguson and violinist Rachel Ellen Wong. \nThe program\, “Strawberry Fields\,” features music by George Frideric Handel and Ignatius Sancho\, along with English country dances. \nTickets range from $20 to $40. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ruckus-early-music-at-westport-point/
LOCATION:Westport Point United Methodist Church\, 1912 Main Road\, Westport Point\, MA\, 02791\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260213T221344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T221344Z
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SUMMARY:Fall River Symphony Orchestra Winter Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Fall River Symphony Orchestra’s Winter Concert is at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Jackson Auditorium at the BCC Fall River campus. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. \nTickets are $25 for adults. Children and students with ID are admitted free of charge. The orchestra participates in the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program\, offering free admission to eligible participants. Tickets are available online and at the door. \nThe orchestra is conducted by Ray Daniels. Musicians come from Greater Fall River and nearby communities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. \nThe program includes Leichte Kavallerie by Franz von Suppé; Piano Concerto in D minor (1934) by Florence Price\, featuring pianist Janice Weber; and El Sombrero de tres Picos by Manuel de Falla. \nA highlight of the afternoon is Price’s piano concerto. Price was the first African American woman to gain national recognition as a symphonic composer and the first to have a work performed by a major orchestra.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fall-river-symphony-orchestra-winter-concert/
LOCATION:Bristol Community College Fall River\, 777 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Bristol Community College,Culture Calendar,Fall River Symphony Orchestra
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T173000
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CREATED:20260220T165756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T165756Z
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SUMMARY:Winter’s Wellspring Meditation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Inner Star hosts “Winter’s Wellspring\,” a seasonal workshop centered on rest\, reflection\, and renewal. Attendees will practice meditation\, gentle movement\, and breathwork. Quiet time for personal reflection is built in.\n\nFocus stays on what matters most during winter’s slower\, quieter season.\n\nThe program is on Sunday\, Feb. 22\, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the Cedar Wind Center in Westport (formerly Dedee Shattuck Gallery).\n\nSign up at innerstar.as.me. For details\, contact Vanessa at 617-510-7536.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/winters-wellspring-meditation-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Cedar Wind Center\, 1 Partners Lane\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260106T183133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T183133Z
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SUMMARY:Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque
DESCRIPTION:Cirque Kalabanté showcases the beauty and artistry of African culture through powerful movement and live music. \nStrength\, agility\, and joy shape Afrique en Cirque\, where acrobats perform gravity-defying feats and human pyramids. Contemporary Afro-jazz\, percussion\, and kora drive the rhythm on stage. \nCreated by Yamoussa Bangoura\, the production draws inspiration from everyday life in Guinea. \nTickets: $29\, $39\, $49 or $59\, plus fees.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cirque-kalabante-afrique-en-cirque/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T073000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260225T173100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T173100Z
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SUMMARY:Mercy Meals and More: Free Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Meals & More is a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a nutritious start to the day for neighbors in need. \nA 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 is to foster connection and build a stronger community. \nFor more information\, call 508-264-8183.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mercy-meals-and-more-free-breakfast/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Pilgrim United Church of Christ\, 635 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Soup Kitchen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T140000
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CREATED:20260219T211736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T211736Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Mondays at The Z: The Sound of Music
DESCRIPTION:Rated G\, $12 \nThe Sound of Music (1965) \nA tuneful\, heartwarming story\, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers\, one of the world’s best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. \nJulie Andrews plays the role of Maria\, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children\, and brings a new love of life and music into the home.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/movie-mondays-at-the-z-the-sound-of-music/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260219T193020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T193020Z
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SUMMARY:School Dept. Academy Achievement Sub-Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford School Committee’s Academic Achievement Sub-Committee will meet at 5 p.m. Monday\, Feb. 23\, in the Steven De Rossi Community Room at Keith Middle School. \nThe meeting will include a roll call and items on mid-year math district and school reports. \nThe next meeting is scheduled for Monday\, March 30. \nAccommodations under the ADA are available with advance notice.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/school-dept-academy-achievement-sub-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Keith Middle School\, 225 Hathaway Blvd\, New Bedford\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260224T184355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T184355Z
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SUMMARY:Dartmouth Warming Shelter
DESCRIPTION:Residents without power in Dartmouth can head to a warming shelter on Tuesday\, Feb. 24.\n\nTown Administrator Cody Haddad and Emergency Management Director Tim Sheehan have opened the Dartmouth Council on Aging\, 628 Dartmouth St.\, as a heated shelter from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 24. Power outages are expected to last several days.\n\nResidents traveling to the shelter are exempt from the Bristol County travel ban. Anyone who needs a ride and cannot drive can call 508-999-4717 to arrange pickup.\n\nUpdates will be shared on the town’s official social media pages and at dartmouthma.gov. Call 508-999-4717 with questions about the shelter\, snow removal\, or other town services.\n\nTown officials thanked the community for its patience as crews work to restore power and improve road conditions.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dartmouth-warming-shelter/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Council on Aging\, 628 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260123T221725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T222401Z
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SUMMARY:Rick Paulus to Speak at WAG
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Tuesdays at WAG’ program continues with Rick Paulus talking about his calligraphy journey from “Chief Calligrapher at the White House to the Sea” on Tuesday\, Feb. 24\, at 3 p.m.\n\nA former White House chief calligrapher\, Paulus now works from his studio on Buzzards Bay. He has studied and practiced calligraphy for more than 40 years. Interest in the craft began at age 10.\n\nToday\, Paulus shares his knowledge with enthusiasm and care. His goal is a more beautiful and humane world through letterforms.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/rick-paulus-to-speak-at-wag/
LOCATION:Westport Art Group\, 1740 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Free,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T193440Z
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SUMMARY:School Committee Governance and Policy Sub-Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford School Committee Governance and Policy Sub-Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday\, Feb. 24\, in Room 224 of the Paul Rodrigues Administration Building.\n\nThe agenda includes roll call\, approval of the Oct. 23\, 2025\, minutes\, and a discussion of the policy manual review.\n\nThe next regular meeting is scheduled for May 19\, 2026.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/school-committee-governance-and-policy-sub-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\,\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260219T194348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T194348Z
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SUMMARY:School Committee of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School meeting
DESCRIPTION:The School Committee of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday\, Feb. 24\, in the Student Forum with a live stream on the district’s YouTube channel. \nTopics to be discussed are listed on the agenda. \nAccommodations under the ADA are available with advance notice. \nThe notice was posted Feb. 18 by Superintendent-Director Michael P. Watson.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/school-committee-of-the-greater-new-bedford-regional-vocational-technical-high-school-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School\, 1121 Ashley Blvd\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260107T222154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T222154Z
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SUMMARY:SnapLab: Photography Studio Sessions
DESCRIPTION:SnapLab: Photography Studio Sessions are on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. \nThe four-week program is open to beginners and returning students and builds on introductory photography skills. Coursework combines guided instruction\, hands-on shooting\, and collaborative time for editing\, critique\, and discussion. \nStudents focus on core photography concepts with their cameras and work toward a curated portfolio. Any camera is welcome\, including DSLRs\, mirrorless cameras\, or smartphones. \nThe fee is $180 for members and $200 for non-members.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/snaplab-photography-studio-sessions-2/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Photography,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260209T165141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T165141Z
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SUMMARY:Finance Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford’s Finance Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday\, Feb. 24\, 2026\, in City Hall’s Council Chambers at 133 William St. The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.\n\nMembers will consider a motion to review the eligibility age for property tax exemptions and discuss other exemptions affecting senior homeowners.\n\nA $12.6 million loan order proposed by Mayor Jon Mitchell will also be reviewed. Funds would support repairs and upgrades to city buildings\, infrastructure\, and equipment.\n\nDiscussion will include a communication raising concerns about property taxes and senior tax adjustments.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260225T163600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T190352Z
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SUMMARY:M.O. FOOD = L.I.F.E. Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:The M.O. FOOD = L.I.F.E. Food Pantry\, operated by M.O. L.I.F.E.\, Inc.\, helps feed neighbors across Greater New Bedford. It is open Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The pantry is located outside the building on the corner of Pleasant and Middle streets. \nGroceries are available to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Hundreds of people are served each month. Program volunteers also help stock shelves and assist with distribution. The effort is supported through a partnership with United Way of Greater New Bedford. \nVolunteering hours are from 10:00am to 1:00pm. For additional information\, please call 508-992-0122.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/m-o-food-l-i-f-e-food-pantry/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:M.O. L.I.F.E.\, INC.\, 725 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food pantry
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Way of Greater New Bedford":MAILTO:vgrasela@unitedwayofgnb.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260201T201936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T201936Z
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SUMMARY:ArtREADS: Art & Literature Book Club — Overstory
DESCRIPTION:ArtREADS\, the Art and Literature Book Club\, meets at 1 p.m. Wednesday\, Feb. 25. Admission is free. Discussion centers on “The Overstory” by Richard Powers\, winner of the National Book Award.\n\nThe novel traces the intertwined lives of nine people shaped by their relationships with trees. Stories unfold across time and place\, exploring nature\, responsibility\, and human connection.\n\nArtREADS is a welcoming\, discussion-based platform that links literature and art. Readers are encouraged to finish the book in advance and come ready to listen\, reflect\, and share ideas.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/artreads-art-literature-book-club-overstory/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Books,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260219T195133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T195133Z
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SUMMARY:New Bedford Public Schools: School Building Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Public Schools School Building Committee will meet on Wednesday\, Feb. 25\, from 4 to 5 p.m. \nThe meeting will be held in Room 224 at the Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford. A Zoom option will also be available. \nAgenda items include approval of prior minutes\, updates on the Ashley School project\, building conditions\, and possible study options. Visioning sessions are planned for March 2 and March 11. \nThe next meeting is scheduled for March 26. ADA accommodations are available with advance notice.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-public-schools-school-building-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\,\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T183000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260219T191116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T191212Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Mobile Market at BankFive
DESCRIPTION:United Way of Greater New Bedford will provide free food through its Winter Mobile Market.\n\nFresh produce and shelf-stable items will be available to local residents.\n\nNorth End dates are Feb. 25 to March 18 at BankFive\, 1724 Acushnet Ave.\n\nSouth End dates are March 4 to March 25 at BankFive\, 160 County St.\n\nHours are 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\n\nPreregistration is encouraged at unitedwayofgnb.org/mobile-market. Events are rain or shine. Weather updates are posted on Facebook.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/winter-mobile-market-at-bankfive/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:BankFive Acushnet Ave\, 1724 Acushnet Ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Food,Food Drive,Food pantry,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260218T204351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T204351Z
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SUMMARY:Book Discussion: Author Jeffrey C. Fuhrer
DESCRIPTION:Author Jeffrey C. Fuhrer will discuss his book “The Myth That Made Us: How False Beliefs about Racism and Meritocracy Broke Our Economy and How to Fix It” on Thursday\, Feb. 26\, from 1 to 2 p.m. The virtual program is free with registration.\n\nFührer is a nonresident senior fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution and a foundation fellow with the Eastern Bank Foundation. He previously served as director of research and executive vice president at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and has held roles with the Federal Reserve System and the Harvard Kennedy School.\n\nThe book examines how narratives about race\, meritocracy\, and limited government shaped the U.S. economy and contributed to wealth gaps. The Führer argues that policy changes\, community investment\, and expanded opportunity can help address disparities.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/book-discussion-author-jeffrey-c-fuhrer/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Culture Calendar,Discussion,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260209T163505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T163505Z
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SUMMARY:February 2026 Business After Hours
DESCRIPTION:The One SouthCoast Chamber will host its February Business After Hours sponsored by HealthFirst Family Care Center\, Inc.\, on Thursday\, Feb. 26\, 2026. The informal networking event runs from 5-7 p.m. at the HealthFirst Family Care Center\, 387 Quarry St.\, Suite 100\, in Fall River. \nLight appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Admission is free for chamber members and $25 for nonmembers. \nThe Business After Hours series provides a setting for members and guests to make connections and explore business opportunities.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/february-2026-business-after-hours/
LOCATION:HealthFirst Family Health Center\, 387 Quarry Street\, Fall River\, MA\, 02723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260223T160807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T160807Z
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SUMMARY:"How to Poison a Planet" Screening and Virtual Q&A at UMD
DESCRIPTION:“How to Poison a Planet” closes the free film series at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m.  in the Charlton College of Business\, Room 149. Parking is in Lot 14. \nRefreshments will be served. All are welcome. \nThe documentary features Mark Ruffalo and Rob Bilott. It explores how toxic “forever chemicals” became widely used by DuPont and 3M\, and why securing accountability has been difficult. \nA virtual Q&A with cast members and the director follows the screening.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/how-to-poison-a-planet-screening-and-virtual-qa-at-umd/
LOCATION:UMass Dartmouth\, 285 Old Westport Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Film,Free,UMass Dartmouth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260616T102443
CREATED:20260225T171443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T171443Z
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SUMMARY:The Sole Foot Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Sole Foot Clinic meets on Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at Mercy Meals & More\, focusing on spiritual\, mental\, and physical well-being while respecting each guest’s dignity. \nVolunteers provide foot evaluations and care\, check height\, weight\, and vital signs\, and share guidance on nutrition and foot health. Healthy feet can help prevent illness and improve overall wellness. \nMercy Meals & More is held at Pilgrim UCC Hall\, 634 Purchase St.\, New Bedford. \nFor information\, call 508-264-8183.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-sole-foot-clinic/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Pilgrim United Church of Christ\, 635 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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