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 Dartmouth Veterans Advisory Board and local veterans organizations will honor those who served in the U.S. armed forces with a Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. The observance will be held at Dartmouth Veterans Memorial Grove at the Dartmouth Council on Aging. Light refreshments will follow the ceremony. For more […]
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 […]
New Bedford will honor military veterans and their service with its annual Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The procession will begin near Buttonwood Park at Rockdale Avenue and Union Street, continuing along Union, County, and William streets to the New Bedford Free Public Library. Street closures have […]
Neurographica Doodle workshop meets Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30. This guided class helps participants refocus and ease stress, fear, and anxiety. The fee is $20. Students learn to draw intricate, self-guided designs. The process may support relaxation and mental clarity. No promises, but many find it calming. Finished pieces make great cards or gifts. […]
Military veterans will be honored on Thursday, Nov. 11, during Fall River's annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony. Activities begin with a 1 p.m. ceremony, followed by the parade at 1:30 p.m. This year's theme is "A Legacy of Service: From Generation to Generation." Marchers gather starting at 11:30 a.m. The Department of Veterans Services […]
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 […]
On each Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m., teens grades 6–12 can join us in the Student Lounge for snacks, crafts, and chill time. This is a drop-in program, with no registration required.
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.
Ryan's hosts Good Thomas musical bingo every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m.
The Ward 3 Neighborhood Association meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the community room at Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in New Bedford. For more information, contact George Ferreira at dtfsaystu@aol.com.
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.
Preschoolers can get outside, make some new friends, and meet a few animal friends during Buttonwood Buddies at Buttonwood Park Zoo. The weekly playgroup is designed for children ages 2 to 5 and runs Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m., Oct. 1 through Nov. 19. There will be no session on Oct. 15. Each session […]
Basket Weaving: Cracker or Catchall Basket is on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The class fee is $55. Suitable for beginners and experienced weavers. Participants make a 5-by-10-by-5-inch basket using a mix of reed sizes and an accent color. Finished with a half-round reed and seagrass. Use it for crackers, rolls, […]
Melissa Harris of Fio Partners will lead a four-part virtual series for nonprofit leaders. The sessions will focus on choosing a planning approach, gathering input and turning priorities into action. Each session runs from noon to 1:30 p.m. Participants are encouraged to attend the full series. They may also register for individual sessions or watch […]
The Fairhaven School Committee’s Policy Subcommittee is scheduled to meet Thursday, Nov. 12, at 2:30 p.m. via Zoom. Meeting agenda The agenda focuses on reviewing draft background check policies ADDA and ADDA-R. Members will also discuss a plan to review the school committee’s full policy manual and approve minutes from the Sept. 28 meeting.
The New Bedford Free Public Library will host a free apron-decorating activity during AHA! Night on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 3 to 5 p.m., in the Youth Services Department. No registration is required, and supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Families can also browse artwork throughout the library and shop 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 […]
Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth, and Barnstable counties. More than 1,200 households receive assistance each month. Hours are Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., with the last shopping session beginning at 6:15 p.m. Thursday and Saturday hours are 7:30 to 11 a.m., with the last shopping session beginning at 10:45 […]
The Westport School Committee’s Policy Subcommittee will meet Thursday, Nov. 12, at 5 p.m. in the second-floor conference room at Westport Middle-High School. Meeting agenda Members will review several school policies, including reconsideration of instructional resources, library materials selection and adoption, and reconsideration of library materials. The agenda also includes a new artificial intelligence policy. […]
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will host a Local Artisan Showcase Thursday, Nov. 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. The holiday shopping event will feature fishing- and maritime-themed clothing, jewelry, artwork, and handmade goods. Members of the local fishing community create many items. Admission is free as part of AHA! Night.
Downtown New Bedford gets a head start on the holidays Thursday, Nov. 12, at AHA! Night: Made in NB. Find local artists, handmade treasures, and live entertainment. Nearly 50 local artists and makers will show off their stuff at the Star Store, with more artisan markets at Gallery X and the New Bedford Fishing Heritage […]
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