• Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative Meeting

    Public Health Department 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, United States +1 more

    The collaborative will meet to review the Public Health Excellence (PHE) Quarter 1 Impact Report and conduct a Fiscal Year 2026 workplan check-in. Other discussion points include nursing and inspector […]

  • 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 […]

  • New Bedford Human Rights Commission Meeting

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

    The commission will hear updates from the New Bedford Police Department and the Executive Director’s Report from Marci Pina-Christian. Discussions will include commissioner updates, complaints and case status, and subcommittee […]

  • The Southcoast Artists Index Salon Series

    Moby Dick Brewing Co. 16 S Water St,, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Artists Index launches its new Salon Series for local artists. The free event offers workshops and networking. The first session is led by Kevin Ribeiro from UPS. He will […]

  • GRIOT’s CORNER for writers

    Underground Railroad Cafe & Gallery 213 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford, MA, United States

    On the third Wednesday of each month, the Underground Railroad Café & Gallery hosts The GRIOT's CORNER, a creative space for writers. This open mic and workshop event invites poets, […]

  • Trivia Night at Cultivator Shoals

    Cultivator Shoals 31 Union St, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Test your movie knowledge this Tuesday at 7 p.m. during Trivia Night at Cultivator Shoals. Each week features a new theme, this one’s all about Tim Burton movies. Prizes go […]

  • Red Cross Blood Drive

    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 […]

  • Safety & Survival Class at SMAST West

    SMAST West 706 South Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Commercial fishermen are invited to a free safety and survival training session. The program covers the use of EPIRBs, signal flares, MAYDAY calls, man overboard recovery, firefighting, flooding and damage […]

  • New Bedford Port Authority meeting

    New Bedford Port Authority 123 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Port Authority meets Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, at 5 p.m. Members will hear updates from the executive director, policy and external affairs, and project teams, including reports […]

  • Fred Eaglesmith & The Velvet Frogs at Narrows

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

    Singer-songwriter Fred Eaglesmith will perform with The Velvet Frogs on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, at the Narrows Center for the Arts. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show starts […]

  • Drill Conductor Certification at SMAST West

    SMAST West 706 South Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    The second day of training builds on the Safety and Survival Class with lessons in cold-water survival, helicopter rescues, vessel stability, liability, and emergency procedures. Participants work with U.S. Coast […]

  • Real Deal at Cisco

    Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar 1480 East Rodney French Blvd., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Real Deal is an R&B band that performs non-stop high-energy dance music across the decades.

  • In the Heart of the Sea: Author Talk

    Fairhaven Town Hall 40 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Author and historian Nathaniel Philbrick will speak on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 6:30 p.m. at Fairhaven Town Hall. The free talk opens the Debra Charpentier Lecture Series, honoring a local […]

  • Dock-u-mentary: The Pearl of The Atlantic

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

    On October 17, the Fishing Heritage Center will present "The Pearl of the Atlantic." Produced by the New Bedford Seafood Council in 1963, the film highlights the city's Atlantic sea […]

  • MAC Theater Presents Proof

    MAC Theater Presents Proof
    Marion Art Center 80 Pleasant St., Marion, MA, United States

    MAC Theater presents "Proof" by David Auburn. Rick Sherburne directs. The play follows Catherine, who cared for her gifted but troubled father. After his death, she wrestles with grief and […]

  • Stand Up Comedy Night at Gallery X

    Gallery X 169 William St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Comedy comes to Gallery X on Thursday, October 17. Audiences can enjoy a night of laughter, community, and sharp wit as Stand Up Comedy Night brings together top regional comics. […]

  • DääD —The Ultimate Hard Rock Experience at The Vault

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

    DääD storms The Vault Music Hall on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. for early admission and 7:30 p.m. for general entry. The show kicks off […]

  • Round the Bend Farm Open Farm Days

    Round the Bend Farm Open Farm Days
    Round the Bend Farm 92 Allens Neck Road, S. Dartmouth, MA, United States

    Open Farm Days are on the third Saturday of each month through December. These free family-friendly events include farm tours, kids' activities, and a market with seasonal produce, pasture-raised meats, […]

  • dNB FallFest at FHC

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

    FallFest is a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, Halloween performers, and fall-themed activities for all ages. And of course, there’s trick-or-treating for the kids. The Center will be open […]