The Green St. Band is a group of local musicians who bring back music from the 1960s to the 1990s. Band members are Paul Darvon, Denny Moore, Chuck Steel, Frank Bastion, Carlton Clint, John Booth and Brutus Benson.
Kick off Saturday night at THE BLUES ROOM at Bento's, jazz, and soul alongside great food and drinks. It’s a spot for music lovers to relax and take in New Bedford’s live music scene.
The Hot Club Cheese Roll heads to The Shepherd Center on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, at 7 p.m. Music taps into the hot club jazz of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, with swinging rhythms, lively strings, and plenty of personality. Tickets are $20 online or $25 at the door, plus fees. Concessions will be available […]
AHHHhhh is an intimate lounge session focused on deep, Afro, jazz, and soulful house music by the WAMPTRONICA Collective. The room is about groove, comfort, and letting the music set the pace. WAMPTRONICA is a South Coast–based house music collective with roots in New York and Boston dance traditions. Their work centers on community, connection, […]
Dylan Wheaton performs acoustic singer-songwriter music, blending guitar and vocals with a mix of popular covers and original material.
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, Luke Winslow-King will perform at The Narrows. Tickets are $32 on the day of the performance and $30 in advance. The doors open at 7:00 p.m. At 8:00 p.m., music begins. King is a guitarist, singer, producer, and songwriter whose music combines folk, roots rock, and delta blues.
Exit Zero is a cover band based in Dartmouth. The group plays a wide range of rock, country, reggae, hip-hop, and dance favorites.
Craig DeMelo is a versatile singer/songwriter from Acushnet who can sing a ballad or blast out a rock song. Craig 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.
Lights Out! is a New Bedford-based cover band that performs a wide range of covers.
Aspiring artists of all skill levels are welcome at the January meeting of Creative Escapes, a monthly art-making series. The session focuses on illustrating a bird-of-paradise flower using watercolor and colored pencils. Emphasis is placed on layering wet and dry media. Class meets Sunday, Jan. 11, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Snow date is Sunday, […]
Les Sampou is a singer and songwriter from Boston. She is known for her blend of Americana, blues, folk, and rock. Sampou began performing in the 1990s and went on to appear at major festivals, including Montreal Jazz Festival, SXSW, and Toronto Blues Festival. Her album Lonesomeville reached No. 2 on the U.S. and European […]
Les Sampou is a singer and songwriter from Boston. She is known for her blend of Americana, blues, folk, and rock. Sampou began performing in the 1990s and went on to appear at major festivals, including Montreal Jazz Festival, SXSW, and Toronto Blues Festival. Her album Lonesomeville reached No. 2 on the U.S. and European […]
East Bay Roots is a lively acoustic duo featuring Steve Kennedy and Rick Kinsella.
Live Christmas trees will be collected in New Bedford from Jan. 12 through Jan. 16. During that week only, residents may place trees at the curb by 7 a.m. on the weekday after regular trash and recycling pickup. Routes with Friday collection will have trees picked up on Monday, Jan. 16. Trees may also be […]
The SouthCoast Business Builders Breakfast is on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Chick-fil-A in Dartmouth. It is a casual networking gathering for business professionals to meet, build connections, and find new opportunities. Bring business cards and register in advance. The deadline is January 06, 2026
Gary Brown will perform from 6 to 9 p.m.
The City’s Office of Housing and Community Development will hold two public meetings to gather input on the best use of federal housing and community development funding. In person: Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m.Office of Housing and Community Development572 Pleasant St.New Bedford, MA 02740 Virtual: Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m.Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87357837928?pwd=dsFrKBYfyeVlWnDMr99g07BQD3aPBk.1Meeting ID: 873 […]
This needle felting workshop introduces the basics of fiber sculpture through a playful sheep project. Participants use wool and felting needles to handshape and build a small figure. The class walks through key techniques while forming the body, head, legs, and facial details, then finishes with a textured wool coat. The skills gained can be […]
Woolly Sheep introduces needle felting through a hands-on fiber art project. Participants work with wool and felting needles to shape a small sheep, learning how to build form, add details, and create texture along the way. Instruction covers essential felting techniques that can be used in future projects. It is well-suited for beginners and anyone […]
The New Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. Listed agenda items include public hearings on several residential development proposals, including permit extensions, new apartment projects, and a request to reuse a former school. There will also be a review prior meeting minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for […]
Yoga Latin Flow Celebration 2026 is on Thursday, Jan. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Yoga es Vida. The all-levels class blends energizing yoga with uplifting Latin music, focusing on breath, rhythm, and intentional movement to welcome the new year feeling grounded and refreshed. The fee is $20. All are welcome. El primer Latin […]
Author John Bullard will discuss his memoir Hometown on Thursday, Jan. 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Wamsutta Club. The book reflects on his family roots, his years as mayor and his lifelong commitment to public service. The evening includes a cocktail hour with light fare, followed by a talk and Q&A. Tickets […]
Comedy Night brings stand-up to the stage on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. The night features Bill Simas, with Christina Thomas and host Mr. Kuze. This is an all-seated event. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tables of four are available […]
Nick Soares, AKA Wolfman, plays blues-rock with an Americana edge. Gritty vocals and expressive guitar lead the sound. The music feels raw and direct. Stripped-down arrangements give it a barroom edge, blending singer-songwriter storytelling with classic rock influence.
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