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SUMMARY:The Concept Duo at Knuckle Heads
DESCRIPTION:The Concept returns to Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill. The popular party band plays Top 40\, Rock\, Alt Rock\, dance\, and sing-along style music from the ’80s until now.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-concept-duo-at-knuckle-heads-5/
LOCATION:Knuckle Heads\, 85 MacArthur Dr.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T180210Z
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SUMMARY:Food Drive at Buzzards Bay Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Buzzards Bay Brewing is collecting nonperishable food for a drive supporting the Greater Fall River Community Food Pantry and PACE Community Food Center in New Bedford. The drive continues until support programs are restored. \nRequested items include soups\, pasta\, cereal\, rice\, canned proteins\, fruit\, vegetables\, tomato products\, beans\, nut butters\, and shelf-stable sauces or oils. \nDo not bring expired\, opened\, glass\, refrigerated\, frozen\, or prepared foods. Donations are accepted at the brewery during open hours.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/food-drive-at-buzzards-bay-brewing/
LOCATION:Buzzards Bay Brewing\, 98 Horseneck Rd\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Donations,Food Drive,Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251106T174849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T201557Z
UID:10142732-1762387200-1788220799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Donation Drop Sites Needed
DESCRIPTION:Local food pantries need help building supplies as SNAP benefits change. Reggae on West Beach (ROWB) is organizing a food and baby item drive for area families in need. \nBusinesses are asked to host donation boxes provided and maintained by ROWB. Boxes will be picked up monthly or sooner if full. \nThe business with the most donations will receive the 2026 Food Fight Trophy. The drive runs through August 2026\, leading up to ROWB’s 10th-year event. \nParticipating businesses will be highlighted on ROWB’s social media pages. Posts from your business may be shared to boost visibility for your events. \nEmail reggaeonwestbeach@gmail.com or rowbvendors@gmail.com\, or text 774-634-1008 for more information. \nSign up at https://forms.gle/FouzAc3wRiqtMfnH9
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/donation-drop-sites-needed/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Donations,Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reggae on West Beach":MAILTO:reggaeonwestbeach@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251027T212254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T212254Z
UID:10137020-1762423200-1768410000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer: The Unicorn\, and Other Creatures of Hope exhibit
DESCRIPTION:UMass Dartmouth CVPA Campus Gallery presents Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer’s first U.S. solo exhibition. The opening reception is Thursday\, Nov. 6\, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. An artist talk starts at 6 p.m. in Lecture Hall 153. Dr. Nina Levent and gallery director Viera Levitt will introduce Ferrer. Music faculty Jing Wang and Will Riley will perform. Light refreshments will be served. \nFerrer showcases the unicorn as a symbol of liberty\, purity\, and hope. Her work draws on “The Unicorn Tapestries” at The Met Cloisters and European myths. Paintings show the unicorn as a spiritual being and a figure of sovereignty and sacrifice. \nHer 2025 show “The Scapegoat” also explored ritual and the sacred. Works like The Annunciation of the Unicorn and The Chosen One universally reimagine biblical imagery.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/emma-kathleen-hepburn-ferrer-the-unicorn-and-other-creatures-of-hope-exhibit/
LOCATION:UMass CVPA Main Campus\, 285 Old Westport Road\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Exhibition,Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251105T183241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T183241Z
UID:10142725-1762430400-1762434000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Invested Together: A Gateway Cities Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Invested Together: A Gateway Cities Conversation introduces funders to the South Coast’s funding landscape. The virtual event looks at how shared investments can promote equity across Massachusetts Gateway Cities. Speakers will discuss how collaboration between funders and local organizations helps build stronger\, more resilient communities. \nThe leaders from the SouthCoast Community Foundation\, Social Innovation Forum\, Bristol County Savings Bank\, and the Island Foundation will lead the discussion.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/invested-together-a-gateway-cities-conversation/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Fundraising
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ORGANIZER;CN="SouthCoast Community Foundation":MAILTO:inquiry@southcoastcf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251012T220557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T220557Z
UID:10135642-1762452000-1762452000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:From the Land to the Shore: The Wampanoag of Mattapoisett exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Mattapoisett Museum will unveil its new permanent exhibit\, “From the Land to the Shore: The Wampanoag of Mattapoisett\,” on Thursday\, Nov. 6\, at 6 p.m. \nThe exhibit shares the long history and living culture of the Wampanoag people\, who have called this region home for more than 12\,000 years. It tells their story through the early contact and colonization periods\, King Philip’s War\, and how their community continues today. \nCurator Connor Gaudet collaborated with Aquinnah Wampanoag historian Linda Coombs and designer Steven Peters of SmokeSygnals Indigenous Creative Productions. A highlight is a restored diorama of a Wampanoag summer village created by Old Rochester Regional High School students in the 1990s. \nThe exhibit offers a thoughtful look at the area’s Indigenous roots. Admission is free. More information is available at mattapoisettmuseum.org.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/from-the-land-to-the-shore-the-wampanoag-of-mattapoisett-exhibit/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Museum\, 5 Church St.\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251102T201856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T201856Z
UID:10140877-1762452000-1762452000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Captains' Coup: Activist Journalism on the Portuguese Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Professors Daniela Melo and Timothy Walker will present highlights from their new scholarly edition. The illustrated talk explores the role of activist journalism in documenting the downfall of Europe’s longest-standing dictatorship\, and the grassroots mobilization that made it possible. \nDoor open at 5 p.m.\, tickets are $10.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-captains-coup-activist-journalism-on-the-portuguese-revolution/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Culture Calendar,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251030T163616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T163616Z
UID:10139496-1762452000-1762459200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Community Screening of “Can’t Look Away”
DESCRIPTION:A free community screening of Can’t Look Away: The Case Against Social Media is on Thursday\, Nov. 6\, 2025\, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Greater New Bedford Regional Voc-Tech High School. \nThe documentary examines the effects of social media on young users. A panel discussion with voices from the film follows the screening. \nFree snacks and child care are provided. Registration is available online through the event form.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/community-screening-of-cant-look-away-2/
LOCATION:New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School\, 1121 Ashley Blvd\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251021T185453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T185453Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Punk Meets Classical\, The Legge Family Jam & More
DESCRIPTION:Experience a genre-bending night of music at the New Bedford Whaling Museum on Friday\, Nov. 7. \nCellist Ian Legge\, known as “The Punk Cellist\,” blends classical skill with punk energy. A Berklee College of Music graduate\, he has performed with artists including Sum 41\, NOFX\, and the Grammy-winning 8-Bit Big Band. \nLegge will release his debut album\, Arrangements Vol. I\, featuring string and full-band renditions of songs by the Ramones\, Blink-182\, Turnstile\, and others. \nThe evening begins in the Cook Memorial Theater with The Punk Cellist Quartet\, followed by a Legge family jam in the Jacobs Family Gallery\, and ends with a whole punk show in the Harbor View Gallery. \nDoors open at 5 p.m. The show starts at 6 p.m. Lite bites and a cash bar will be available. Ages 18 and older. Valid ID required for bar service.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/first-friday-punk-meets-classical-the-legge-family-jam-more/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling Museum\, 18 Johnny Cake Hill\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Whaling Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251028T193424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T193424Z
UID:10137038-1762538400-1762545600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fri-YAY: Eastern Medicine Singers
DESCRIPTION:FriYAY brings a mix of folk\, soul\, pop\, rock\, jazz\, and more. Local musicians perform a two-hour set that feels different every time. \nThe Eastern Medicine Singers will perform on Friday\, Nov. 7. The group is based in Rhode Island and represents several Algonquin tribes. They preserve Eastern Woodlands language and culture through song. Their performance will feature traditional powwow style drumming and vocals.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fri-yay-eastern-medicine-singers/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Museum,Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20250813T191809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T191809Z
UID:10132651-1762538400-1762549200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Give & Gather Autumn Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The Autumn Mixer features a fall-inspired menu\, seasonal cocktails and mocktails\, and live entertainment. \nGuests can test their luck in a pumpkin patch and be among the first to explore silent-auction items that range from weekend getaways and sports memorabilia to spa experiences. \nThe evening supports the mission of United Way of Greater New Bedford to strengthen the community through education\, financial stability\, health\, and resilience
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/give-gather-autumn-mixer/
LOCATION:Box Mill Hall\, 150 Tihonet Road\, Wareham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251021T184557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T184557Z
UID:10135834-1762542000-1762542000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:An Author Talk: "Blue Collars" by Catherine McLaughlin
DESCRIPTION:Author Catherine McLaughlin will discuss her novel “Blue Collars\,” set in New Bedford’s South End from the 1950s to the 1970s. \nThe story follows Fiona “Finn” Kilroy and her Irish American family navigating life in a working-class neighborhood where diverse families live in the shadow of the mills. It explores love\, hardship\, and resilience. \nMcLaughlin\, a poet and artist\, taught English and writing for 40 years at UMass Dartmouth and Framingham State University. She also designed the book’s cover. \nThe event is free. More information is available at dartmouthculturalcenterinc.org. \nContent advisory: includes references to child abuse\, alcoholism\, death\, and loss.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/an-author-talk-blue-collars-by-catherine-mclaughlin/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Cultural Center\, 404 Elm Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Culture Calendar,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251029T162911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T162911Z
UID:10137061-1762542000-1762542000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Speed Dating: Ages 45-60
DESCRIPTION:Speed Dating: Ages 45 to 60 lands on Friday\, Nov. 7\, 2025\, at 7 p.m. at Nasketucket Bay Vineyard. Singles rotate through short conversations that make easy introductions with low pressure. \nThe age range is a guideline rather than a strict rule\, so anyone close to it who feels they would be a good fit can join. The focus is on creating a comfortable mix of people who are open to new connections. \nTickets are required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/speed-dating-ages-45-60/
LOCATION:Nasketucket Bay Vineyard\, 237 New Boston Rd.\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T204500
DTSTAMP:20260418T172546
CREATED:20251023T172959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T172959Z
UID:10136995-1762542000-1762548300@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Cinema 169: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
DESCRIPTION:Gallery X will screen Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind on Friday\, November 7\, as part of Cinema 169. The 1984 animated fantasy by Hayao Miyazaki begins at 7 p.m.\, with doors opening at 6:30. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Reservations are recommended but not required. \nSet a thousand years after the Seven Days of Fire\, the film follows Princess Nausicaä as she seeks to restore balance between humans and nature in a world threatened by poisoned air and giant insects. \nCinema 169 is supported in part by a grant from the New Bedford Cultural Council\, a local agency funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cinema-169-nausicaa-of-the-valley-of-the-wind/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, 169 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Film,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251102T191506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T191912Z
UID:10140088-1762542000-1762549200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Live Music at Bayside Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Bayside Lounge features live music every Friday 7–9 p.m.\, Saturday 8–11 p.m. and Sunday 5–8 p.m. Find up-to-date details on the Facebook page.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/live-music-at-bayside-lounge/2025-11-07/
LOCATION:The Bayside Lounge\, 125 Sconticut Neck Rd\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T230000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251102T173351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T173351Z
UID:10139531-1762545600-1762556400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Drown and Foo for All at The Vault
DESCRIPTION:The Smashing Pumpkins tribute band\, DROWN\, will perform after the opening act\, FOO FOR ALL\, a tribute to Foo Fighters. The show takes place on Friday\, Nov. 7. at 8 p.m. Each act delivers high-energy sets that revisit ’90s and 2000s alt-rock favorites. \nTicket tiers begin at about $30. VIP packages are available at higher price points. The event is for ages 21 and older with a valid ID.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/drown-and-foo-for-all-at-the-vault/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,The Vault Music Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251029T182954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T182954Z
UID:10138897-1762549200-1762549200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Under Surveillance at Oriental Pearl
DESCRIPTION:Under Surveillance is a rock cover band that performs hits by Nickelback\, Billy Idol\, Bon Jovi\, Linkin Park\, Poison\, Kid Rock\, Godsmack\, Green Day\, Bush\, Limp Bizkit\, Seether\, Disturbed\, Ozzy Osbourne\, Alice In Chains\, Drowning Pool\, and more.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/under-surveillance-at-oriental-pearl/
LOCATION:Oriental Pearl\, 576 State St.\,  Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Oriental Pearl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251002T003900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T152103Z
UID:10135235-1762552800-1762552800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Mitch Wilson at Rose Alley
DESCRIPTION:Mitch Wilson is a local acoustic singer and guitarist who plays a range of genres including rock\, country\, folk\, pop\, and many more.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mitch-wilson-at-rose-alley-2/
LOCATION:Rose Alley Ale House\, 94 Front St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,Rose Alley Ale House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20260216T194054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T194054Z
UID:10155133-1762552800-1762552800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Steppin Out at Knuckle Heads
DESCRIPTION:The R&B/dance band\, Steppin Out\, will perform live at Knuckle Heads on Friday\, Nov. 7.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/steppin-out-at-knuckle-heads/
LOCATION:Knuckle Heads\, 85 MacArthur Dr.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Knuckle Heads Bar & Grill,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251108T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T211406Z
UID:10142781-1762560000-1764460799@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:The Resilience Project
DESCRIPTION:The Resilience Project\, funded by New Bedford Creative and the Mass Cultural Council\, features original oil paintings by New Bedford artist Mary Monteiro. Her work centers on community resilience and ways to build strength in daily life. \nAlso included are collages from three New Bedford groups that share personal stories of overcoming challenges. Admission is free\, and the space is accessible.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/the-resilience-project/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, 169 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Exhibition,Ongoing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251108T204442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T204442Z
UID:10142775-1762588800-1762621200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Candlelight Gratitude Practice
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight Gratitude Practice is Wednesday\, Nov. 26\, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The fee is $20. \nThe class combines gentle movement and meditation to ease stress and encourage reflection. Soft light and calm music create a relaxing space to unwind. It’s a time to pause and reconnect with gratitude.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/candlelight-gratitude-practice/
LOCATION:Yoga es Vida\, 127 W Rodney French Blvd\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Workshop,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251108T214352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T214352Z
UID:10142783-1762588800-1762621200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Sweet Creations: Gingerbread House Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Gingerbread House Workshop at the NBAM lets children design and decorate their own holiday creations. Participants use frosting and candy to build festive houses with music and cocoa in the background. \nAll materials are provided. The workshop is Saturday\, Dec. 20\, from 2 to 4 p.m. The fee is $35.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sweet-creations-gingerbread-house-workshop/
LOCATION:New Bedford Art Museum\, 608 Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Museum,Class,Crafts,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251107T144509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T144509Z
UID:10142741-1762596000-1762596000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Parade: Acushnet
DESCRIPTION:Acushnet will hold its annual Veterans Day Parade on Saturday\, Nov. 8\, at 10 a.m. \nThe parade begins at Town Hall and ends at Veterans Park\, where a ceremony will take place. In case of inclement weather\, a smaller indoor ceremony will be held at the VFW at 10 a.m. \nFor information or to participate\, contact VSO Brad Fish at 508-998-0207 ext. 4207.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/veterans-day-parade-acushnet/
LOCATION:Acushnet Town Hall\, 122 Main Street\, Acushnet\, MA\, 02743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Parade,Veterans Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251012T191854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T191854Z
UID:10135639-1762596000-1762610400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:2025 Holiday Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 20 vendors will sell handmade goods at this year’s Holiday Craft Fair. Offerings include jewelry\, leather goods\, drawings\, prints\, knit and crocheted items\, etched glass\, and custom-dyed clothing. Musician Guitar Dave Sterenchock will provide a festive atmosphere. Cookies and cider will be available. \nThe fair runs Saturday\, Nov. 8\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/2025-holiday-craft-fair/
LOCATION:Mattapoisett Museum\, 5 Church St.\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Christmas,Culture Calendar,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251023T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T170133Z
UID:10136990-1762597800-1762597800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition : Vital Records Collection
DESCRIPTION:Special Collections Library Assistant MaryEllen Cecil will lead a demonstration on the world’s largest online family history resource. The program is free to access at New Bedford libraries and will highlight key features and record collections for genealogy research.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/introduction-to-ancestry-library-edition-vital-records-collection/
LOCATION:New Bedford Free Library\, 613 Pleasant Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Free,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20250928T224348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T224348Z
UID:10135184-1762599600-1762617600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fall Scarf Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of loom weaving and create a handmade scarf in this beginner workshop. Using seasonal colors\, textured yarns\, and simple patterns\, students will weave on pre-threaded four-shaft floor or table looms. \nNo prior experience is needed\, and all materials are provided. Each finished scarf will vary in size and style depending on yarn choices and skill level. \nThe workshop is open to teens\, young adults\, and adults. The cost is $285.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fall-scarf-weaving-workshop/
LOCATION:Amy C Lund Handweaver Studio & Gallery\, 88 Hatch Street\, Studio 211 (second floor)\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02745\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251028T200257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200257Z
UID:10137040-1762603200-1762614000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Artist Workshop at NBWNHP
DESCRIPTION:Melissa “Sawhand” Philley will lead a free hands-on art workshop for ages 12 and up on Saturday\, Nov. 8\, from noon to 3 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center. Philley is the illustrator of the graphic novel “Quaker\, Whaler\, Traitor\, Spy.” \nAll skill levels are welcome. Some supplies will be available\, but participants can bring their own pens\, pencils\, and markers. \nThe free workshop is part of a project tied to the upcoming exhibition on the life of William Rotch Sr. The program features artwork from the new graphic novel and support from Eastern National\, a partner of the National Park Service.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/artist-workshop-at-nbwnhp/
LOCATION:New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park\, 33 William St\,\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture Calendar,Free,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251020T224859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T224859Z
UID:10135818-1762606800-1762610400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Local Poets' Reading
DESCRIPTION:Published poets Vivian Eyre\, John Heavey\, Eileen Paccia\, Susan Pizzolato\, Elizabeth Sylvia\, and Margot Wizansky read their original work.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/local-poets-reading/
LOCATION:Dartmouth Cultural Center\, 404 Elm Street\, Dartmouth\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251029T163054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T163054Z
UID:10137062-1762617600-1762628400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Neal McCarthy Band at Nasketucket Bay Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Neal McCarthy is one of the more recognizable acoustic guitarists in the New Bedford area.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/neal-mccarthy-band-at-nasketucket-bay-vineyard-3/
LOCATION:Nasketucket Bay Vineyard\, 237 New Boston Rd.\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172547
CREATED:20251028T203449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T203449Z
UID:10137046-1762628400-1762628400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Rupert Wates in Concert at The Shepherd Center
DESCRIPTION:Rupert Wates brings thoughtful songwriting and skilled guitar work to the stage. His music blends folk with hints of jazz and classical\, shaped by his English roots and years performing in the United States. Stories and emotion drive his sound. \nThe award-winning artist has been recognized for both songwriting and live performance. His albums receive radio play worldwide\, and many other musicians have recorded his work. \nHe performs on Friday\, Nov. 8\, at 7 p.m. at The Shepherd Center for the Performing Arts.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/rupert-wates-in-concert-at-the-shepherd-center/
LOCATION:The Shepherd Center\, 34 Center Street (William Street Entrance)\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music
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