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 […]
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 […]
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, 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 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 […]
Lighthouse Tavern offers free billiards every Monday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to close. The bar features light fare and drinks. Located at 578 Brock Ave., New Bedford.
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 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 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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Ryan's hosts Good Thomas musical bingo every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m.
Play Arcade hosts trivia every Wednesday from 7–9 p.m.
Wednesday night is karaoke night at Oriental Pearl from 7 to 11 p.m.
Ying Dynasty hosts Karaoke every Wednesday night from 7 to 10 p.m. with Wicked Weezy.
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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” 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 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 […]
The Vault hosts Good Thomas musical bingo every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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