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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve with Toe Jam Puppet Band
DESCRIPTION:Kids and families can ring in New Year’s Eve at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Toe Jam Puppet Band will perform in the Jacobs Family Gallery and lead an evening of songs\, dancing\, and interactive activities. \nDoors open at 5:30 p.m. The first set begins at 5:45 p.m. A second set follows at 6:45 p.m. Doors close at 7:30 p.m.\nA free family program wraps up at 7:30 p.m. \nActivities presented by the City of New Bedford continue outside.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-with-toe-jam-puppet-band/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,New Year's Eve,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251221T194802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T194802Z
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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Seaport Resort and Marina — SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning entertainer Jordan Paiva returns to Seaport Inn & Marina for the annual NYE All White Party. \nDinner features food stations instead of a seated meal. Menu items include caldo verde soup\, shrimp Mozambique\, carne Alentejana\, pasta with chicken and broccoli\, meatballs\, linguica puffs\, and steak tips. Dessert platters are served to each table. A late-night snack follows after midnight. \nTwo photo booths are planned this year. A caricature artist will also be on site. Bar service has been expanded to improve the flow. \nThe event partners again with D and D Catering and Goulart’s Bakery. \nMusic spans Top 40\, classics\, oldies\, Portuguese favorites\, and Spanish hits. The focus stays on dancing all night.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-seaport-resort-and-marina-sold-out/
LOCATION:Seaport Resort & Marina\, 110 Middle Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251221T194010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T194010Z
UID:10148038-1767205800-1767205800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Venus de Milo
DESCRIPTION:Venus de Milo welcomes in 2026 with a New Year’s Eve ballroom celebration featuring live music by Take It to the Bridge. The party runs through 1 a.m. A midnight surprise is planned. This is a 21-plus event. \nCocktail hour begins at 6:30 p.m. A grand buffet follows at 7:30 p.m. Dinner highlights include a charcuterie display\, chorico-stuffed mushrooms\, scallops and bacon\, and burrata with pesto\, mint\, and tomato over crostini. Entrées include 72-hour-aged prime rib\, shrimp\, scallop Newburg\, baked scrod\, and chicken fricassée. Sides and favorites include mac and cheese\, pasta bolognese\, batata asada potatoes\, green beans with tomato and garlic\, and Caesar salad. Assorted desserts complete the menu. \nTickets are $95 plus tax. Purchase online or in person. Event details and tickets are available on the Venus de Milo website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-venus-de-milo/
LOCATION:Venus de Milo\, 75 Grand Army of the Republic Highway\, Swansea\, MA\, 02777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251221T195722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T195722Z
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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: White's of Westport
DESCRIPTION:White’s hosts its annual New Year’s Eve celebration with two DJ parties included on one ticket. Separate rooms feature different music styles. Guests may move between both spaces throughout the night. Admission is limited to ages 21 and over. \nOne room features old school classics from the 1980s through the 2000s with DJ George Ayoub Jr. The second room focuses on current chart hits with GS DJ. \nAdmission includes a tenderloin grand buffet\, noisemakers\, champagne\, and a post-midnight Chinese buffet. Dinner items include pretzel bar\, cheese and crackers\, Caesar salad\, vegetables\, roasted potatoes\, pork Alentejana\, chicken marsala\, shrimp scampi with white rice\, roast tenderloin of beef\, desserts\, and coffee. Late-night selections include chicken chow mein\, fried rice\, chicken wings\, spring rolls\, and fortune cookies. Menus are subject to change. \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 7 p.m. The Chinese buffet follows after midnight. Individual tickets are $89. Full private tables for up to eight guests are available for $675. Smaller parties may be seated together. Groups wishing to sit together must place one order.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-whites-of-westport/
LOCATION:White’s of Westport\, 66 State Rd\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251222T165249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T165249Z
UID:10148581-1767211200-1767211200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve w/ DJ Gregg at Play Arcade
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and party like it’s 1999 at PLAY Arcade. The New Year’s Eve bash runs from 9 p.m. to midnight with no cover. Admission is 21-plus after 8 p.m. \nDJ Gregg spins crowd favorites from the ’80s\, ’90s\, and ’00s\, turning the video dance floor into a nonstop throwback celebration.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-w-dj-gregg-at-play-arcade/
LOCATION:PLAY! Arcade\, 34 Union St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,New Year's Eve,Play! Arcade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251229T204434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T204434Z
UID:10149146-1767211200-1767211200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Buzzard Blue Band at Rose Alley
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Eve brings a full night of music\, fireworks\, and late-night fun to Rose Alley Ale House\, with no cover charge. \nBuzzard Blue Band performs from 5 to 8 p.m. New Bedford’s fireworks light up the harbor at 8 p.m. DJ Ressy takes over at 10 p.m. and plays through close. A champagne toast is planned at midnight.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-buzzard-blue-band-at-rose-alley/
LOCATION:Rose Alley Ale House\, 94 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,New Year's Eve,Rose Alley Ale House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251231T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T201031Z
UID:10149164-1767211200-1767211200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Our Lady of Angels
DESCRIPTION:JJJ Entertainment presents a New Year’s Eve celebration on Wednesday\, Dec. 31\, at Our Lady of Angels Cultural Center. \nThe evening begins at 8 p.m. and features live music by CV Jam\, special guest performers\, and a DJ. Dinner is included\, with champagne served at midnight as the calendar turns. \nTickets are $70. \nFor more information\, contact John Lima at 508-840-8374 or Jorge Faria at 508-364-2632.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-our-lady-of-angels/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Angels Band Cultural Center\, 1446 Acushnet Ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T230000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251222T202029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T202029Z
UID:10148875-1767211200-1767222000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Tropical Festivus at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Tropical Festivus brings island vibes to New Year’s Eve at Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar. Music and festivities follow the clock as countdowns roll through tropical time zones. \nLive music features Sista Dee & The Dis N Dat Band. Sounds lean\, warm\, upbeat\, and dance-friendly. \nThe party runs Tuesday\, Dec. 31\, from 8 to 11 p.m. Reservations are recommended.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-tropical-festivus-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251228T232152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T232152Z
UID:10149129-1767213000-1767213000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Bittersweet Farm
DESCRIPTION:Ring in 2026 at Bittersweet Farm and no cover. Main floor and tavern dining open at 3 p.m. with a special dinner and drink menu. Bad Penny performs from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. as the new year arrives.\n\nThe restaurant is also open on New Year’s Day from 3 to 9 p.m.\, featuring a Prime Rib Special. New Year’s Eve reservations are recommended. Call 508-636-0080.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-bittersweet-farm/
LOCATION:Bittersweet Farm Tavern\, 438 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251217T203720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T203720Z
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SUMMARY:7 Day Weekend New Year’s Eve Party
DESCRIPTION:Party like it’s 2026 with 7 Day Weekend at The Vault on Wednesday\, Dec. 31. Live music starts at 9 p.m.\, with dance floor energy and a champagne toast at midnight.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/7-day-weekend-new-years-eve-party/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve,The Vault Music Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251221T210135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T210135Z
UID:10148042-1767214800-1767214800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: Ryan's Sports Pub
DESCRIPTION:Skip the formal plans and keep New Year’s Eve simple. Ryan’s Sports Pub hosts a neon and glow karaoke night with Wicked Weezy. The focus stays on music\, color\, and a relaxed vibe as the countdown to 2026 begins. \nKaraoke runs all night. The kitchen stays open until 1 a.m. Drink specials and Jell-o shots are available. Complimentary champagne is served at midnight.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-ryans-sports-pub/
LOCATION:Ryan’s Sports Pub and Billiards\, 500 Hathaway Rd\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251229T205340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T205340Z
UID:10149147-1767214800-1767214800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:NYE w/ Steppin' Out ft. New Image at Oriental Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Steppin’ Out featuring New Image brings in the New Year at Oriental Pearl. Celebrate 2026 with music\, food\, and dancing until 1 a.m. \nThere’s a $10 cover\, \nThe six-member band delivers a high-energy dance set. The playlist spans decades of favorites. Selections include Barry White\, Earth\, Wind and Fire\, Kool and the Gang\, Bruno Mars\, Hall and Oates\, the Doobie Brothers\, and Phil Collins.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/nye-w-steppin-out-ft-new-image-at-oriental-pearl/
LOCATION:Oriental Pearl\, 576 State St.\,  Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,New Year's Eve,Oriental Pearl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251217T213329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T213329Z
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SUMMARY:New Year's Eve at Cork
DESCRIPTION:Pop the bubbles on New Year’s Eve at Cork Wine and Tapas in historic downtown New Bedford. The night features curated dinner specials\, music by DJ Anj Kep\, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. \nThe party runs from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tables are limited\, and reservations are recommended. Reserve online or call 508 -994 9463.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-at-cork/
LOCATION:Cork Wine and Tapas\, 90 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251229T163719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T163719Z
UID:10149133-1767218400-1767218400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve: The Concept at Knuckle Heads
DESCRIPTION:The Concept plays a New Year’s Eve party at Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill. No tickets are required. There is no cover. Music\, good company\, and a lively countdown to 2026.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-eve-the-concept-at-knuckle-heads/
LOCATION:Knuckle Heads\, 85 MacArthur Dr.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Free,Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill,Music,New Year's Eve
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251221T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T222021Z
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day Virtual Run New Bedford
DESCRIPTION:Start 2026 with a beginner-friendly virtual run on New Year’s Day. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Run or walk any distance that feels right. \nPick your own route and go on your own schedule. It is an easy way to kick-start your fitness goals and get more active in the new year. \nRegistration is available online. Race swag and finisher recognition are included.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-day-virtual-run-new-bedford/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve,Running Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251211T230500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T230550Z
UID:10147976-1767261600-1767261600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year’s Day Walk at the Let
DESCRIPTION:Shine through the wintertime with this seasonal walk. \nRing in 2026 with a guided walk at The Let Conservation Area\, a place that is usually only reached from the water. The walk begins at 10 a.m. \nPark at Sylvan Nursery. The group will leave from the nursery and cross private property before entering The Let. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. The path is uneven and can be wet in low spots. This is a family-friendly outing\, and kids walk for free. There are no bathrooms. No dogs. \nFor more information\, call 508-636-9228\, ext. 5\, or email aaron@westportlandtrust.org. \nThe Let Conservation Area covers 62 acres and stretches from the Westport River to Horseneck Road. It offers wide views of tidal estuaries and salt marshes that define the region. \nThe fee is $10 for adults; kids 12 and under free. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-years-day-walk-at-the-let/
LOCATION:The Let Conservation Area\, 1028 Horseneck Road\, Westport\, MA\, 02790\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Walking Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251217T172351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T172351Z
UID:10147984-1767265200-1767272400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Onset New Year's Polar Plunge
DESCRIPTION:Start 2026 with a splash at the New Year’s Polar Plunge at Onset Bay. The plunge runs Thursday\, Jan. 1\, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Onset Bay Center. Check-in opens at 11 a.m. The group plunge begins at noon. \nMusic\, food vendors\, and warm drinks set the scene. Festive outfits are encouraged. Fundraising is optional\, with donations supporting the Buzzards Bay Coalition and the Onset Bay Association. Spectators are welcome. \nThe event is presented by the Buzzards Bay Coalition’s Onset Bay Center and the Onset Bay Association\, with support from the Wareham Cultural Council and the Mass Cultural Council.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/onset-new-years-polar-plunge/
LOCATION:Onset Beach\, 186 Onset Ave\, Onset\, MA\, 02558\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251229T185747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T185747Z
UID:10149141-1767290400-1767290400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Year Celebration w/ Outta Control and Guests (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the new year on Thursday\, Jan. 1\, at 6 p.m. at The Vault. Expect big energy\, live music\, and a time to let loose and get a little “Outta Control.”\n\nSpecial guests include Ken Brown of Clockwork and Mark Love of the Stone City Band.\n\nTickets are $25 and are available through Lorraine Telo at 508-776-5475 or Celia’s Boutique at 508-994-3833.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-year-celebration-w-outta-control-and-guests-cancelled/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,New Year's Eve,The Vault Music Hall
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251225T163548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251225T163548Z
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SUMMARY:30th Annual Moby-Dick Marathon
DESCRIPTION:The Moby-Dick Marathon is back for the 30th year\, honoring Herman Melville’s novel and New Bedford’s whaling history. \nThe mid-winter traditions open Friday\, Jan. 2\, with a Melville Scholars Dinner and Lecture\, the only ticketed event. Conservation biologist Joe Roman delivers the keynote. \nFree public programming begins Saturday morning with Stump the Scholars\, followed by the start of the 25-hour read-a-thon at noon. Massachusetts Poet Laureate Regie Gibson reads the opening line\, “Call me Ishmael\,” aboard the Lagoda. \nReadings continue across multiple museum spaces\, including the Seamen’s Bethel and Cook Memorial Theater\, with overnight sessions and family-friendly activities. The marathon concludes Sunday around 1 p.m. with the epilogue. \nAdmission is free all day Saturday and until 1 p.m. Sunday. Pre-registration is encouraged. \nFull details are available on the museum’s website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/30th-annual-moby-dick-marathon/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Culture Calendar,Moby-Dick,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251217T185426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T185426Z
UID:10147998-1767355200-1767355200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:SOUL on the MOVE: True North Nutrition Edition
DESCRIPTION:Soul on the Move\, True North Nutrition Edition\, lands Friday\, Jan. 2\, at noon at 77 Tarkiln Hill Rd. in New Bedford. The program blends rhythm\, wellness\, and community during a first look at True North Nutrition’s new space ahead of its Jan. 3 opening. \nWamptronica curates a live mix of deep Afro-jazz\, soul\, and house music. Fresh\, health-focused beverages are available throughout the afternoon. \nPresented by Oversoul Theatre Collective and True North Nutrition\, with support from Poly Groove Records\, Sleep Center NB\, and WNB One Radio. Additional support comes from the Osborne Trust\, New Bedford Creative’s Art Is Everywhere initiative\, the NEA\, and Polyphonic Studios.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/soul-on-the-move-true-north-nutrition-edition/
LOCATION:True North Nutrition\, 77 Tarkiln Hill Rd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T171500
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251103T175818Z
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SUMMARY:Melville Scholars’ Dinner & Lecture ft. conservation biologist and award-winning author Joe Roman\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Whaling Museum will kick off its 30th annual Moby-Dick Marathon weekend with the Melville Scholars’ Dinner and Lecture on Jan. 2\, 2026\, in the Harbor View Gallery. \nThe special evening begins with a cocktail reception at 5:15 p.m.\, followed by remarks from museum president Amanda McMullen. \nAt 6:00 p.m.\, keynote speaker Joe Roman\, Ph.D.\, conservation biologist and author\, will present “Whales\, Worlds\, and the Wild Imagination: Lessons from Melville to Modern Ecology.” \nDinner and conversation follow at 6:45 p.m. \nRoman is a fellow and writer in residence at the University of Vermont’s Gund Institute for Environment and the author of “Eat\, Poop\, Die: How Animals Make Our World.” \nTickets are $75 for members; $100 for nonmembers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/melville-scholars-dinner-lecture-ft-conservation-biologist-and-award-winning-author-joe-roman-ph-d/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Lecture,Moby-Dick,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251229T201003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T201003Z
UID:10149142-1767376800-1767376800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Last King/Epicenter/Marvel of Decay/Cetragore/The Spiral Continuum at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:A heavy local lineup opens the year on Friday\, Jan. 2\, 2026. The bill features The Last King\, Epicenter\, Marvel of Decay\, Cetragore\, The Spiral Continuum\, and Annihilus Mundi. \nEach band is known in the scene for punishing riffs and intense live sets. Expect a loud\, fast start to 2026\, with a crowd ready to move. \nDoors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance. This is a 21-and-over show. A valid ID is required for entry. \nParking is available on the street or at the Elm Street Parking Garage.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-last-king-epicenter-marvel-of-decay-cetragore-the-spiral-continuum-at-the-vault/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,The Vault Music Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251217T230405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T230405Z
UID:10148023-1767384000-1767384000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Funky White Honkies at Narrows
DESCRIPTION:The Funky White Honkies invade the arrows\, once again. Tables and chairs will be cleared to open up a full dance floor.\nFunky White Honkies perform Friday\, Jan. 2\, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $38 day of show.\nThe band plays on Friday\, Jan. 2\, 2026. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $38 day of show.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/funky-white-honkies-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:20260102T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20250812T184626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T172922Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke at Ryan's Sports Pub
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke every Friday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Ryan’s Sports Pub with DJ Wicked Weezy.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-at-ryans-sports-pub/2026-01-02/
LOCATION:Ryan’s Sports Pub and Billiards\, 500 Hathaway Rd\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251230T195735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T195735Z
UID:10149152-1767391200-1767391200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Thomas Thunder at Knuckle Heads
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Thunder is a young musician and multi-instrumentalist from the Boston area (originally Fairhaven) known for progressive rock and metal-influenced music\, especially progressive metal and hard rock with complex songwriting and instrumental focus
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/thomas-thunder-at-knuckle-heads/
LOCATION:Knuckle Heads\, 85 MacArthur Dr.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251231T200443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T200443Z
UID:10149163-1767434400-1767542400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Community Canvas Project Event
DESCRIPTION:The Drawing Room will open at 10 a.m. Saturday\, Jan. 3\, and remain open until 4 p.m. Sunday\, Jan. 4. The 30-hour opening aligns with the Moby-Dick Reading Marathon at the New Bedford Whaling Museum.\n\nThroughout the 30-hour opening\, visitors may add to a large communal canvas in The Drawing Room. As readers move through all 135 chapters of Moby-Dick\, the artwork will grow alongside the Marathon\, reflecting its shared and collaborative spirit. The space is open to readers\, visitors\, and local residents looking for a place to pause and create.\n\nA full list of weekend programs is available at Eventbrite.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-community-canvas-project-event/
LOCATION:The Drawing Room\, 22 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251231T163516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T163516Z
UID:10149159-1767436200-1767439800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Ancestry Library Edition — Immigrations Records Collection
DESCRIPTION:A free instructional session on Ancestry Library Edition is scheduled for Friday\, Jan. 3\, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the New Bedford Free Public Library. The program is held in the CreateLab on the second floor of the Main Library. \nMaryEllen Cecil\, special collections library assistant\, guides participants through immigration records using Ancestry Library Edition. The session offers a clear introduction to the database\, along with practical search tips to help uncover family stories and historical connections. Ancestry Library Edition is the world’s largest online family history resource and is available for in-library use at New Bedford libraries. \nMore sessions are on the way. Upcoming topics include Military Records Collection on Feb. 21 and Irish Records Collection on March 14. \nNo registration is required. For more information\, contact the Special Collections Department at 508-991-6276 or nbhistory@sailsinc.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ancestry-library-edition-immigrations-records-collection/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ancestry,Civic Life,Free,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251231T202117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T202117Z
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SUMMARY:Country Afternoon with Dallas Corbin Duo at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Country music is on tap Saturday\, Jan. 3\, at Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar. \nA Country Afternoon with the Dallas Corbin Duo runs from 2 to 4 p.m.\, featuring a mix of well-known country songs. \nLive upbeat music continues at 8:30 p.m. with the Heartland Radio Band. \nAdmission is free\, and dinner reservations are available.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/country-afternoon-with-dallas-corbin-duo-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251228T211210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T211210Z
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SUMMARY:MWALIM at Ying Dynasty in Mattaspoisett
DESCRIPTION:MWALIM brings an intimate singer-songwriter set to Ying Dynasty in Mattapoisett on Jan. 3. Vocals and guitar lead the night\, with The ZYG 808 on percussion. Songs lean into rhythm\, story\, and soul. \nLatest release THUNDERCHILD continues a decorated recording career\, including honors from the New England Urban Music Awards and recognition from the Native American Music Awards. Work draws from blues\, soul\, and jazz with personal and cultural depth. \nHe also leads the house trio for The BLUES ROOM\, a monthly blues and soul cabaret at BENTO’s. This appearance offers a rare chance to hear the music up close\, rooted in tradition and connection.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mwalim-at-ying-dynasty-in-mattaspoisett/
LOCATION:Ying Dynasty Mattapoisett\, 24 County Rd.\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T124444
CREATED:20251228T232954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T150708Z
UID:10149131-1767466800-1767477600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Vital & Drown at Bittersweet Farm
DESCRIPTION:Vital & Drown is a two person band delivering a full band sound. Set lists span rock\, pop\, dance\, R&B\, yacht rock\, and more.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/vital-drown-at-bittersweet-farm/
LOCATION:Bittersweet Farm Tavern\, 438 Main Road\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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