Better than Nothin at Ryan’s Sports Pub
Better than Nothin will perform at Ryan's to 9 p.m.
Better than Nothin will perform at Ryan's to 9 p.m.
The magic of poetry night is back at Groundwork NB on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 7 to 9 p.m. The night starts with featured poets, followed by an open mic. New and established poets are encouraged to participate. It’s free and open to everyone, with limited open mic spots and light refreshments. Feel free to […]
Romantic Revelations features conductor Yaniv Dinur and violinist Jesse Holstein. This program blends beauty, emotion, and the power of music to connect heart and soul. Barber’s Overture to "The School for Scandal" opens the evening with energy and wit. Holstein performs "Coleridge-Taylor’s Violin Concerto," a lyrical work by the noted Black British composer. Tchaikovsky’s "Symphony […]
Brian Cass is an audio artist, music producer, performer, and educator. He leads Brian & The Cassettes, a rock-and-roll group known for high-energy performances and retro flair. The band will perform during an 80s Prom Night at Play Arcade on Valentine’s Day. Festivities run from 8 p.m. to midnight and include an 80s dance party, […]
Moxie performs rock, pop and alternative hits from the 1990s to today.
Make plans to hear the Tri-County Symphonic Band perform "The Music of Gustav Holst: A Suite Celebration," a program highlighting the bold and timeless works of the English composer. The concert begins at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, at Keith Middle School. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Children 12 […]
Learn the basics of resin jewelry in this open bezel workshop. Participants will make small keepsake pieces, including key chains, necklaces, and earrings. The class will learn UV resin techniques using botanicals, dried flowers, gold leaf, shells, and other decorative elements. No prior experience is required. The $55 fee includes all materials needed to complete […]
Sam Grisman is a bass player, bandleader, and devoted student of American acoustic music. He grew up in Mill Valley, California, in a home where influential recordings were often in progress. His father, legendary mandolinist, composer, and producer David Grisman, regularly invited friends into the family’s home studio for rehearsals and recording sessions. Musicians such […]
Rated: G, $12 This Disney favorite follows the adventures of the young lion Simba (Jonathan Taylor Thomas), the heir of his father, Mufasa (James Earl Jones). Simba's wicked uncle, Scar (Jeremy Irons), plots to usurp Mufasa's throne by luring father and son into a stampede of wildebeests. But Simba escapes, and only Mufasa is killed. […]
Free food bags will be available Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Family Resource Center, 128 Union St., New Bedford, third floor. Southcoast Health will be on site with nutrition tips and blood pressure screenings. Registration is available by calling 508-994-4521 or scanning the QR code. The program is supported by […]
This class centers on weaving a practical tote basket with Shaker tape handles. A finished piece is sturdy and sized for everyday use. Handle options allow it to be carried on the shoulder or at the elbow. Colors can be matched to the straps. A black walnut stain is available for added durability and a […]
Bethel A.M.E. Church is hosting “Can We Talk,” a monthly gathering focused on community healing and support. The program is available for anyone dealing with stress, pain, grief, or trauma. Attendees are encouraged to share openly and begin healing as a community. Sessions are held every third Tuesday of the month. Dinner is served at […]
Experience the newly restored Zeiterion on a guided tour of all four floors, from the basement Speakeasy to the third-floor movement studio and the fully restored 1923 auditorium. A knowledgeable guide shares behind-the-scenes access and theater history. Tours are pay-what-you-can, with options of $0, $5, $15, or $25, supporting the Z’s mission.
Hunter Braley is a singer/songwriter who creates country music about good times, heartbreak, mental health struggles, and much more.
The Social Justice Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. This month, the conversation is around "The Three Mothers" by Anna Malaika Tubbs. Discussion centers on the women who raised Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin, and how their strength, care, and guidance helped […]
Students will create detailed images using dry wool and simple tools. Finished pieces make good gifts or keepsakes. The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 1 to 4 p.m. Class fee is $55. This beginner workshop uses prepared kits to introduce materials and basic techniques. Participants will complete a finished piece during the […]
Tatiana Oberkoetta of Humanity at Work in New Bedford speaks at the League of Women Voters SouthCoast February meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 5:30 p.m. at the Millicent Library. Use the Walnut Street entrance. Oberkoetta joined Isaacson, Miller in 2016 as a search coordinator and became an associate in 2018. She has worked on […]
The Clark’s Point Neighborhood Association meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Wastewater Treatment Center. The group focuses on improving safety and quality of life in Ward 6. For more information, contact Celine Saraiva at celeine11@comcast.net. .
On the third Wednesday of each month, the Underground Railroad Café & Gallery hosts The GRIOT's CORNER, a creative space for writers. This open mic and workshop event invites poets, essayists, storytellers, rappers, and playwrights to share their work, receive feedback, and connect with fellow writers. Led by Mwalim, an award-winning author and professor at […]
One SouthCoast Chamber hosts a breakfast with Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll for members only. She took office in 2023 and leads several state economic and policy initiatives alongside Gov. Maura Healey. Driscoll will speak about her experience in local government and her focus on regional economic development, housing, and education policy. Thursday, Feb. 19, […]
United Way of Greater New Bedford will hold a Children’s Clothing Pop-Up from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at 128 Union St., 3rd Floor, New Bedford. Volunteers will offer free children’s clothing while supplies last. The event is part of United Way’s work to support families and youth in the community. […]
Needle Felted Hedgehogs focuses on the basics of needle felting through a playful animal project. Wool and felting needles are used to shape a small hedgehog while building comfort with core techniques. The fee is $55. Skills learned can be applied to future felting projects, whether for gifts or a growing collection of handmade figures. […]
The Zoning Board of Appeals meets Thursday, Feb. 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. at New Bedford City Hall, Ashley Room 120. Agenda: Three public hearings focus on requests from Buzzards Bay Area Habitat for Humanity to build single-family homes on Pleasant Street and Merrimac Street. Each petition seeks zoning relief related to the minimum […]
Rick Costa is a veteran jazz drummer and percussionist whose career spans more than three decades of performance and education. He grew up in Somerset and studied music at the University of Rhode Island before building a professional life that has taken him from Boston to stages around the world. Costa also works as an […]
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