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SUMMARY:Sugar skull pumpkin painting workshop
DESCRIPTION:Paint a sugar skull pumpkin at this family-friendly workshop on Sunday\, Oct. 18\, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $20. Choose from a variety of designs\, customize your pumpkin with colorful details\, or keep it simple.\n\nThe finished piece makes a festive decoration that can last all season.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sugar-skull-pumpkin-painting-workshop/
LOCATION:New Bedford Arts and Cultural Emporium at Kilburn Mill\, 101 W. Rodney French Blvd. Studio 260\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Halloween,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000
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SUMMARY:Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market
DESCRIPTION:The Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market is back for its sixth season on Purchase Street in downtown Fall River. The market is open every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, June 7 through Oct. 25. \nVisitors can browse a mix of local artisans\, crafters\, food vendors\, vintage goods\, and produce vendors\, along with live music.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fall-river-farmers-and-artisans-market-2/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Downtown Fall River\, Old Second Street\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Fall River,Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T120000
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SUMMARY:Craig DeMelo at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Craig DeMelo is a versatile singer/songwriter from Acushnet who can sing a ballad or blast out a rock song. \nHe has opened for Howie Day\, Hootie and the Blowfish\, Matchbox 20\, the Mighty Mighty Bosstones\, Less than Jake\, Griffin House\, and Ed Kowalczyk during his career.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/craig-demelo-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T174623Z
CREATED:20260824T174623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T174623Z
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SUMMARY:The Lodger with organist Juan Cardona\, Jr. at Zeiterion
DESCRIPTION:After much-needed maintenance\, the Zeiterion’s mighty Wurlitzer organ is ready to perform once again. \nThe Eastern Massachusetts Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society will perform a live soundtrack to Alfred Hitchcock’s third film and first thriller\, “The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog“on Sunday\, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. Admission is $15 plus fees. \nThe silent thriller follows a mysterious young man\, played by matinee idol Ivor Novello\, who takes up residence at a London boardinghouse just as a killer known as the Avenger begins targeting blonde women.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-lodger-with-organist-juan-cardona-jr-at-zeiterion/
LOCATION:Zeiterion\, 684 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Theater,Zeiterion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260927T202849Z
CREATED:20260927T202849Z
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SUMMARY:Fiction Book Club at Mattapoisett Library
DESCRIPTION:The Fiction Book Club will meet Sunday\, Oct. 18\, at 2 p.m. to discuss “Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books” by Kirsten Miller. Copies are available at the library. \nNew members ages 19+ are welcome. \nFor more information\, email librarian Robbin Smith at rsmith@sailsinc.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fiction-book-club-at-mattapoisett-library/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Library\, 7 Barstow Street\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Culture Calendar,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTSTAMP:20261011T221444Z
CREATED:20261011T221444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T221444Z
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SUMMARY:"Tiny Beautiful Things" directed by Jennifer Palmer
DESCRIPTION:MAC Theater presents “Tiny Beautiful Things\,” directed by Jennifer Palmer\, Oct. 16–25 at the Marion Art Center. The play contains mature themes.\n\nBased on Cheryl Strayed’s bestselling book and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos\, the play follows Sugar\, an advice columnist who draws on empathy and personal experience to help people navigate life’s challenges.\n\nThe production explores grief\, loss\, abuse and addiction with warmth\, humor and hope. The cast includes Margo Ruggiero\, Macy Kinney\, Amy-Susie Bradford\, Stephanie Lawrence and Frank Mitchell Scanzillo.\n\nPerformances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.\, and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 for Marion Art Center members and $28 for nonmembers.\n\nFor tickets and details\, visit the Marion Art Center website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/tiny-beautiful-things-directed-by-jennifer-palmer-2/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Marion Art Center\, 80 Pleasant St.\, Marion\, MA\, 02738\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T170000
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SUMMARY:KidZone at NBAM
DESCRIPTION:Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers\, the program offers hands-on projects inspired by current exhibitions\, with time to explore\, create\, and connect.\n\nActivities run from 2 to 5 p.m. each Sunday. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $5 per family.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/kidzone-at-nbam/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Culture Calendar,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T150000
DTSTAMP:20261012T192811Z
CREATED:20261012T192811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T192811Z
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SUMMARY:Felix Brown Band at Cisco
DESCRIPTION:Felix Brown Band is a six-piece group who deliver a mix of rock\, blues\, R&B\, jazz\, and funk. The band performs throughout the Northeast and puts its own spin on familiar favorites.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/felix-brown-band-at-cisco/
LOCATION:Cisco Brewers Kitchen & Bar\, 1480 East Rodney French Blvd.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cisco Brewers,Culture Calendar,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20251221T212252Z
CREATED:20251221T212252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T212252Z
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SUMMARY:Pearly Baker at Pour Farm
DESCRIPTION:Pearly Baker is a popular local tribute band performing the music of the Grateful Dead since 1985.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/pearly-baker-at-pour-farm/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Pour Farm Tavern\, 780 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T190000
DTSTAMP:20261005T210902Z
CREATED:20261005T210902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T210902Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Soup Bowl Supper at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:The Salvation Army of New Bedford will hold the 2026 Soup Bowl Supper at The Vault on Sunday\, Oct. 18\, 2026 from 4 to 7 p.m.. The longstanding fundraiser will feature soups from more than a dozen local restaurants. \nProceeds will support The Salvation Army of New Bedford’s feeding\, youth\, and other assistance programs for South Coast families. \nTickets are $50\, and sponsorship opportunities are also available.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2026-soup-bowl-supper-at-the-vault/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community,Fundraiser,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T230000
DTSTAMP:20251114T233854Z
CREATED:20251114T233854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T233854Z
UID:10145553-1792350000-1792364400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Karaoke at Oriental Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Sunday night is karaoke night at Oriental Pearl 7 to 11 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-at-oriental-pearl-2/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Oriental Pearl\, 576 State St.\,  Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke,Oriental Pearl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T220000
DTSTAMP:20251221T211704Z
CREATED:20251221T211704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T211704Z
UID:10148086-1792353600-1792360800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Night Jam Sessions at Pour Farm
DESCRIPTION:Pour Farm hosts jam sessions every Sunday night from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sunday-night-jam-sessions-at-pour-farm/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Pour Farm Tavern\, 780 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T220000
DTSTAMP:20250813T225605Z
CREATED:20250813T225154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T225605Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke with DJ Estrella at Rose Alley
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke is held every Sunday at Rose Alley Ale House. \nThe fun starts at 10 p.m. and runs until 1 a.m. DJ Phantom spins the music that night.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/karaoke-with-dj-estrella-at-rose-alley/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Rose Alley Ale House\, 94 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Karaoke,Rose Alley Ale House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260828T191527Z
CREATED:20260803T174730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T191527Z
UID:10152744-1792425600-1792425600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Free Billiards at Lighthouse Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Lighthouse Tavern offers free billiards every Monday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. to close. The bar features light fare and drinks. \nLocated at 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/free-billiards-at-lighthouse-tavern-2/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Tavern\, 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Pool
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T173000
DTSTAMP:20260828T192004Z
CREATED:20260803T185856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T192004Z
UID:10166597-1792431000-1792431000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sinatra Nights with Taylor Cormier
DESCRIPTION:Taylor Cormier brings classic Sinatra favorites to Candela Cucina every Monday at 5:30 p.m. \nSince 2014\, Cormier has brought new energy to jazz and pop standards by Sinatra\, Dean Martin\, and Tony Bennett.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sinatra-nights-with-taylor-cormier-2/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Candela Cucina\, 72 N. Water St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Food,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T173000
DTSTAMP:20261007T200149Z
CREATED:20261007T200149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T200149Z
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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 Monday\, Oct. 19 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 224 of the Paul Rodrigues Administration Building.\n\nAgenda: TBA
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T190000
DTSTAMP:20261014T190426Z
CREATED:20261014T190426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T190426Z
UID:10202408-1792436400-1792436400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford City Council's Finance Committee
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council’s Finance Committee will meet Monday\, Oct. 19\, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers\, Room 214\, at City Hall. The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.\n\nCommittee members will review requests to pay more than $34\,000 in outstanding bills from fiscal 2026. The expenses include water\, wastewater\, public infrastructure\, the zoo\, the library\, cable access\, and the airport.\n\nThe agenda also includes a request for information about the city’s plans for $713\,441.91 in state winter road recovery funding. Officials have been asked to explain how the money could affect the fiscal 2027 budget and tax rate.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-city-councils-finance-committee/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260828T192231Z
CREATED:20260803T191331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T192231Z
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SUMMARY:Bingo at Ying Dynasty
DESCRIPTION:Ying Dynasty hosts 21+ bingo every Monday night at 7 p.m. on the bar side.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/bingo-at-ying-dynasty-2/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Ying Dynasty\, 724 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bingo,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T100000
DTSTAMP:20261014T203159Z
CREATED:20261014T203159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T203159Z
UID:10202414-1792485000-1792490400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:SouthCoast Business Builders Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The One SouthCoast Chamber will host its Business Builders Breakfast on Tuesday\, Oct. 20\, from 8:30 to 10 a.m.\, at Waring-Sullivan Dartmouth\, 230 Russell Mills Road.\n\nBusiness professionals can network over breakfast and participate in an interactive activity designed to encourage conversation and professional connections.\n\nAdmission is $15 per person and includes a breakfast buffet.\n\nMechanics Cooperative Bank is sponsoring the event.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/southcoast-business-builders-breakfast-3/
LOCATION:waring-sullivan dartmouth\, 230 Russell Mills Rd.\, South Dartmouth\, MA 02748\, MA\, 02748\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260928T161608Z
CREATED:20260928T161608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T161608Z
UID:10201431-1792490400-1792494000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Puddle Jumpers at Buttonwood Park Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Puddle Jumpers is for children ages 2 to 5 to explore nature outside through guided hikes and hands-on play. A BPZoo educator will lead a 50-minute adventure at a different Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust location each week. \nThe fall program runs Tuesdays from Sept. 29 through Oct. 27\, from 10 to 11 a.m. Sessions take place at DNRT properties\, not at the zoo. \nAn adult must accompany children. Accompanying adults and backpack babies may attend free with a registered child. \nCost is $10 per child for Buttonwood Park Zoo and DNRT members and $12 per child for nonmembers\, per session.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/puddle-jumpers-at-buttonwood-park-zoo/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Park Zoo\, 425 Hawthorn St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buttonwood Park Zoo,Culture Calendar,Fall Activities,Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T184958Z
CREATED:20260517T184932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T184958Z
UID:10165741-1792494000-1792497600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:All About Us: Recovery Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Those on a recovery journey are invited to attend weekly recovery-focused meetings beginning Tuesday\, May 26. The meetings aim to provide a supportive space for healing\, self-care\, and personal growth.\n\nSessions are hosted by Debbie Keiko Kenny\, an experienced wellness professional with more than 30 years in massage therapy\, holistic healing\, and related services. She has been in recovery for more than 37 years and has spent decades supporting the substance use recovery community through peer support\, mentorship\, and healing work. Her focus remains on helping others find healing\, balance\, and hope.\n\nFor more information\, contact Lindsey Hartley at LHartley@ywcasema.org or 508-999-3255.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/all-about-us-recovery-meetings/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:YWCA Southeastern Mass\, 20 South 6th St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T143000
DTSTAMP:20260305T193855Z
CREATED:20260305T193855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T193855Z
UID:10161571-1792506600-1792506600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Wellness Workshop at Beyond House
DESCRIPTION:A weekly Wellness Workshop meets on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. at Beyond House Young Adult Access Center. \nThe conversation centers on the eight dimensions of wellness and the practical ways they shape daily life. Sessions are presented by the Beyond House and Massachusetts Young People in Recovery. \nMore information is available on Facebook at MAYoungPeopleinRecovery and on Instagram at ma_youngpeopleinrecovery.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/wellness-workshop-at-beyond-house/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:The Beyond House\, 3057 Acushnet Ave\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T183000
DTSTAMP:20261012T174034Z
CREATED:20261012T174034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T174034Z
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SUMMARY:Moby-Dick Book Club at New Bedford Whaling Museum
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Whaling Museum will host the second session of its virtual “Moby-Dick” Book Club on Tuesday\, Oct. 20\, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration and information\n\nMelville scholars Bob Wallace and Jennifer Baker will lead the discussion\, covering chapters 40 through 90 of Herman Melville’s novel. Marina Wells\, the museum’s assistant curator of history and culture\, will moderate.\n\nThe three-part series meets monthly through November in preparation for the museum’s 31st Moby-Dick Marathon on Jan. 9\, 2027. Participants may join individual sessions and read at their own pace.\n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/moby-dick-book-club-at-new-bedford-whaling-museum/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Culture Calendar,Free,Herman Melville
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
DTSTAMP:20260828T192435Z
CREATED:20260803T194458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T192435Z
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SUMMARY:Music Circles at The Shepherd Center
DESCRIPTION:Music Circles meet every Tuesday\, 6 p.m.  Join an informal acoustic jam session open to musicians of all skill levels. Admission is free. \nThe Shepherd Center for the Performing Arts is offering workshops and free community events throughout the summer at 34 Center St. in Fairhaven. \nDonations are appreciated to support the organization’s upcoming season.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/music-circles-at-the-shepherd-center-2/2026-10-20/
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:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T210000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215151Z
CREATED:20261019T215151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215151Z
UID:10202940-1792519200-1792530000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Jimi Blacksheep at Ryan's Sports Pub
DESCRIPTION:Jimi Blacksheep is a former major-label recording artist\, singer\, guitarist\, and producer from Boston known for his versatile musical style. Previously signed to Warner Bros.\, Jimi has impressed audiences with his exceptional talent\, dynamic performances\, and distinctive sound. His diverse repertoire spans alt-rock\, R&B\, neo-soul\, and heavy metal. \nRead more about Jimi in The Light’s InPerson profile. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/jimi-blacksheep-at-ryans-sports-pub/
LOCATION:Ryan’s Sports Pub and Billiards\, 500 Hathaway Rd\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T181444Z
CREATED:20260811T181444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T181444Z
UID:10172506-1792521000-1792521000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:AJ Gomes Neighborhood Association meeting
DESCRIPTION:AJ Gomes Neighborhood Association meets the third Tuesday of the month\, at 6:30 p.m. at the AJ Gomes School. \nContact: Buddy Andrade at obvdcbr@yahoo.com
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/aj-gomes-neighborhood-association-meeting/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Gomes School\, 286 S 2nd St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTSTAMP:20261014T191423Z
CREATED:20261014T191423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T191423Z
UID:10202410-1792522800-1792522800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Appointments and Briefings Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford City Council’s Appointments and Briefings Committee will meet Tuesday\, Oct. 20\, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers\, Room 214.\n\nMembers will review mayoral appointments to the Commission for Citizens with Disabilities and the Human Rights Commission. The Council will also discuss cigar pricing regulations\, employee benefits\, prescription drug costs\, and the next phase of the Interstate 195 project.\n\nAdditional agenda items include parking\, traffic safety\, neighborhood concerns\, property maintenance\, and the proposed South Coast Renewables project.\n\nPublic comment is limited to the first 30 minutes. The meeting will be livestreamed and recorded.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-appointments-and-briefings-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260828T192701Z
CREATED:20260803T191935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T192701Z
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo at Bayside Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Bayside hosts Eddie’s Crazy Music Bingo every Tuesday night from 7–9 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/music-bingo-at-bayside-lounge-2-2/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:The Bayside Lounge\, 125 Sconticut Neck Rd\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bingo,Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20250610T235758Z
CREATED:20250610T235758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T235758Z
UID:10127801-1792526400-1792526400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:FROM the UNDERGROUND
DESCRIPTION:Dive deep into the groove with FROM the UNDERGROUND\, the high-voltage weekly radio show from WAMPTRONICA\, bringing you the best in underground House Music\, Rare Groove\, and Afrobeat every Tuesday night at 8 PM on WNB One Radio. \nExpect deep cuts\, soulful classics\, banging remixes\, and exclusive originals—all curated to move your body and elevate your vibe. From vintage vinyl to next-level beats\, this is where global rhythms meet underground soul. \nWhether you’re a house head\, a groove junkie\, or a beat explorer\, FROM the UNDERGROUND is your weekly dose of dancefloor magic and crate-dug heat. \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/from-the-underground/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:WNB One Radio
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T163000
DTSTAMP:20261020T215205Z
CREATED:20261020T215205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T215205Z
UID:10203254-1792569600-1792600200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Early voting at Dartmouth Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Early voting will be held at Dartmouth Town Hall\, Room 103\, 400 Slocum Road. \nElection information: https://www.dartmouthma.gov/235/Election-Information \n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/early-voting-at-dartmouth-town-hall/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Town Hall\, 400 Slocum Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Election
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