The New Bedford Whaling Museum will host a lifelong learning course on the history of photography from 1839 to 1900. The program includes six weekly 80-minute virtual sessions starting March 9. It ends with an in-person workshop and curator-led tour on April 27 at the museum. Schedule: March 9 — Photography’s origins, 1839 March 16 […]
The City of New Bedford and HomeWorks Energy present an information session on how Mass Save incentives can improve home energy efficiency. The program focuses on 2026 offerings that reduce energy use with little to no cost. New Bedford residents may qualify for several no-cost incentives, including insulation and air sealing. A question-and-answer period is […]
“Movie Mondays at The Z” continues with "King Kong vs. Godzilla" (1955) on Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m. Admission is $12. King Kong and Godzilla go head to head in a battle of the beasts after the giant gorilla escapes captivity in Japan and faces off with the recently thawed lizard. Not rated. Runtime […]
Families of current fourth and fifth grade girls are invited to a free admissions presentation on Saturday, May 9, at 10 a.m. Meet the community and learn what sets this all-girls program apart. The focus includes strong academics, confidence building and leadership development. Complete an inquiry form using the link to attend.
This introductory class will explore five beginner-friendly crystals, how to work with and care for them and your set to take home.
DARTMOUTH -- The YMCA South Coast community market is open in Dartmouth every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Parish at 795 Dartmouth St. Please do not enter the lot until 2 p.m. Check here for the latest schedule. Y community markets are open to all South […]
A weekly Wellness Workshop meets on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. at Beyond House Young Adult Access Center. The 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. More information is available on Facebook at MAYoungPeopleinRecovery […]
Join a vibrant virtual Watch Party hosted by the Statewide Young Adult Council, where young adults connect around mental health and advocacy. Open to individuals ages 16 to 30, the gathering features guest speakers, peer-led discussion and networking. Sessions take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Attendance is […]
Fix It Forward is back on Tuesday, April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church, 169 Belleville Road in New Bedford. Registration is required. The workshop teaches simple ways to repair and reuse at home. One session covers fabric dyeing, with an introduction to natural and synthetic dyes. Attendees can bring a […]
Bayside hosts Eddie’s Crazy Music Bingo every Tuesday night from 7–9 p.m.
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. Expect deep cuts, soulful classics, banging remixes, and exclusive originals—all curated to move your body and elevate […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Town of Acushnet has developed a draft Complete Streets Prioritization Plan that identifies 30 potential projects to improve walking, biking, and driving throughout the town. A public meeting is set for Wednesday, April 29, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Acushnet Police Station conference room, 64 Middle Road. A brief presentation begins at […]
Ryan's hosts Good Thomas musical bingo every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m.
Step back in time with stories of five women connected to the American Revolution. The free program highlights both patriots and loyalists, American and foreign-born. Stories include a Massachusetts housewife who led an all-female militia to capture British spies, a German baroness who followed her Hessian general husband into British camps, and a Georgian farmer’s […]
Matt Martin and the Day Drinkers will get the weekend started at Cisco.
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.
Yoga ed Vida will offer free yoga classes for one week, April 20 to April 30, to help students de-stress, stay balanced, and recharge during a busy semester. Classes are free for students, but registration is required. All experience levels are welcome. Sessions focus on relaxation, movement, and mindfulness. Student ID is required at the […]
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, […]
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