• Black Theater with Community Workshop in New Bedford

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

    Oversoul Theatre Collective Inc., in partnership with 3rd Eye Unlimited, is reviving community-based Black theater in New Bedford through Griot’s Corner, a weekly workshop led by playwright and arts educator Mwalim. Actors, spoken-word artists, musicians, and dancers from the city’s Black and Brown communities are invited to help form a new ensemble centered on cultural […]

  • Watercolor Painting Class

    New Bedford Arts & Cultural Emporium 101 West Rodney French Blvd, Suite 2-60, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Learn watercolor painting through practice and technique in this four-week workshop. Students will explore various techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-damp, and masking fluid, as well as color mixing and brushwork. The class covers practical tools and methods, including the use of salt, plastic wrap, and magic erasers to enhance work. The $145 fee covers all four […]

  • M.O. FOOD = L.I.F.E. Food Pantry

    M.O. FOOD = L.I.F.E. Food Pantry
    M.O. L.I.F.E., INC. 725 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    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. Groceries are available to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Hundreds […]

  • ArtREADS: Art & Literature Book Club — Overstory

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

    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. The novel traces the intertwined lives of nine people shaped by their relationships with trees. Stories unfold across time and place, exploring nature, responsibility, […]

  • Weekly Emergency Food Resource Meetings

    Weekly Emergency Food Resource Meetings
    Zoom Meeting

    Weekly virtual meetings address gaps in emergency food resources in Southeastern Massachusetts. Sessions are on Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. The same Zoom link is used each week. Southcoast Food Policy Council will lead the discussion. The focus is on preparing for disruptions to food relief programs and strengthening the regional food system. The […]

  • New Bedford Public Schools: School Building Committee meeting

    Paul Rodrigues Administration Building, 455 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Public Schools School Building Committee will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 25, from 4 to 5 p.m. The 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. Agenda items include approval of prior minutes, updates on the […]

  • Kids Dungeons & Dragons Game

    Kids Dungeons & Dragons Game
    K&A Creations 119 Alden Rd, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Kids' Dungeons and Dragons runs Wednesdays from 4 to 6 p.m. at K&A Creations. The program is designed for ages 9 to 12 and meets weekly from Jan. 7 through Feb. 25 for eight sessions. Each two-hour session focuses on teamwork, storytelling, and imaginative play. No prior experience is needed. All materials are provided, and […]

  • Teen Art Club Membership

    Teen Art Club Membership
    K&A Creations 119 Alden Rd, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Teen Art Club begins Wednesday, Jan. 7, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at K&A Creations. The fee is $125 and is open to ages 12 to 17. This weekly program offers a creative space for teens to build skills and confidence while exploring more advanced techniques. Guided projects rotate through acrylic painting, resin pours, mixed […]

  • Supper Club of South Coast LGBT Seniors

    Supper Club of South Coast LGBT Seniors
    Fairhaven Council on Aging 229 Huttleston Ave, Fairhaven, MA, United States

    South Coast LGBT Seniors meets at the Fairhaven Council on Aging on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Email ivy@sclgbtqnetwork.org to RSVP. The program partners with Coastline Elderly Services and the Fairhaven Council on Aging to support LGBTQ elders. Activities focus on social connection, […]

  • NB Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus seeks new singers

    First Unitarian Church in New Bedford 71 8th St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus is opening the door to new voices for its 2026 summer season. Anyone who enjoys singing, sea music, or trying something new is welcome to come listen, sing along, and see if it’s a good fit. Start up introductory rehearsals begin Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 6 p.m. The […]

  • Damien’s Food Pantry open twice weekly

    Damien's Food Pantry 242 Marion Road, Wareham, MA, United States

    WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end hunger in the South Coast region of Massachusetts by providing food to individuals experiencing food insecurity, promoting education and awareness about hunger in our community, […]

  • Scrimshaw — Learn this Local Art

    Scrimshaw — Learn this Local Art
    New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Learn the basics of scrimshaw in this workshop inspired by local maritime history. Participants practice pin-carved scrimshaw using cow bone, a legal and beginner-friendly material. The class starts with simple practice on polymer ovals, then moves to a finished piece on bone. Designs are provided, and small original designs may be brought. All materials are […]

  • Book Discussion: Author Jeffrey C. Fuhrer

    New Bedford Whaling Museum 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA, United States

    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. Führer is a nonresident senior fellow in Governance Studies at the […]

  • Trivia & Tacos at Buzzards Bay Brewing

    Trivia & Tacos at Buzzards Bay Brewing
    Buzzards Bay Brewing 98 Horseneck Rd, Westport, MA, United States

    Team Trivia begins at 6 p.m. each Thursday at Buzzards Bay Brewing. Tacos are available starting at 4 p.m. from BBQ y MAS TACOS+. Crowds test their knowledge in groups and compete for prizes. Teams compete for prizes while participants settle in with tacos and drinks before questions begin. Buzzards Bay Brewing opens at 3 […]

  • Create Your Own Universe: Comic Workshop for Teens

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

    Create your own comic universe in this four-session workshop led by illustrator Isiah Botelho. Participants learn how to turn ideas into finished pages using the tools and techniques of working comic artists. Classes are hands-on and fast-paced, focusing on character design, panel layout, and visual storytelling. Students practice showing emotion, action, and pacing while studying […]

  • February 2026 Business After Hours

    HealthFirst Family Health Center 387 Quarry Street, Fall River, MA, United States

    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. Light appetizers and a cash bar will be available. Admission […]

  • “How to Poison a Planet” Screening and Virtual Q&A at UMD

    UMass Dartmouth 285 Old Westport Road, Dartmouth, MA, United States

    “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. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. The documentary features Mark Ruffalo and Rob Bilott. It explores how toxic “forever […]

  • The Sole Foot Clinic

    The Sole Foot Clinic
    Pilgrim United Church of Christ 635 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    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. Volunteers 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 […]