• In the Whale: The Greatest Fish Story Ever Told documentary

    The Zeiterion 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The Z hosts a special screening of the award-winning documentary "In the Whale: The Greatest Fish Story Ever Told" includes a post-show Q&A with filmmaker David Abel. Tickets are $15. This true story is about local lobster diver Michael Packard, who was briefly caught in a whale's mouth off Provincetown in 2021. It examines events […]

  • Exit Wounds: A Conversation with Ieva Jusionyte

    First Unitarian Church in New Bedford 71 8th St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    The First Unitarian Church presents author Ieva Jusionyte for a conversation about her book "Exit Wounds: How America’s Guns Fuel Violence Across the Border," a Massachusetts Book Awards Nonfiction Honors title. The program includes a talk, audience Q&A, and book signing. "Exit Wounds" examines the flow of U.S. guns and ammunition into Mexico and the […]

  • Shamrocks and Shenanigans Fundrasier

    Venus de Milo 75 Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Swansea, MA, United States

    Shamrocks and Shenanigans takes place Friday, March 13, at the Venus de Milo in Swansea. Proceeds directly help A Wish Come True grant wishes to local children facing life-threatening illnesses, […]

  • Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition: Irish Records Collection

    New Bedford Free Library 613 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA, United States

    MaryEllen Cecil, special collections library assistant, will demonstrate the world’s largest online family history resource. Patrons can access it for free at New Bedford libraries and learn how to navigate its record collections and features.

  • NBSO: Boldness Unbound

    The Zeiterion 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    NBSO will perform Boldness Unbound on Saturday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. The show is led by the direction of Yaniv Dinur, with internationally […]

  • Echoes of Ireland concert

    Unitarian Memorial Church 102 Green St., Fairhaven, MA, United States

    Seaglass Theater Company presents Irish-inspired music spanning folk, classical, Broadway, and modern pop. Favorites range from “Danny Boy” to U2. Tickets are $30. Performers include Erin Shea Hogan on vocals […]

  • Marlon Wayans at The Zeiterion

    The Zeiterion 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    Marlon Wayans brings his stand-up comedy to the Z for one night. He is a veteran of film, television, and comedy. Wayans rose to prominence with “In Living Color” and hit films including “Scary Movie” and “White Chicks.” His stand-up mixes sharp social commentary with personal stories about family, relationships, and everyday life. This performance […]

  • Hunger Heroes Food Drop

    Aldi's Dartmouth 200 N Dartmouth Mall, Dartmouth, MA, United States

    Hunger Heroes Food Drop helps neighbors in need on the South Coast by distributing groceries on the third Thursday of each month at the Family Resource Center. Volunteers and staff give out fresh produce, pantry staples, bread, and other items while supplies last. No registration required. Staff can answer questions and direct people to additional […]

  • Fill a Card, Fill a Plate Bingo Night

    Dudley Brown VFW 4 Gibbs Ball Rd., Wareham, MA, United States

    Damien’s Food Pantry will hold a “Fill a Card, Fill a Plate” bingo night on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Dudley Brown VFW, 4 Gibbs Ball Road, Wareham. Doors […]

  • BYOBook Club at the RJD

    Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum 396 County St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    BYOBook Club is a pop-up reading community in New Bedford. Participants bring a book, magazine, or other reading material. The first hour is for silent reading, followed by group discussion. […]

  • South Coast Chamber Music Series: Story Time

    St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church 124 Front Street, Marion, MA, United States

    South Coast Chamber Music Series presents Story Time on March 28 and 29 at 3 p.m. Kenji Bunch’s "Hard Winter Holler and Stomp" is a fresh take on Appalachian fiddling […]

  • South Coast Chamber Music Series: Story Time

    St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 351 Elm Street, South Dartmouth, MA, United States

    South Coast Chamber Music Series presents Story Time on March 28 and 29 at 3 p.m. Kenji Bunch’s "Hard Winter Holler and Stomp" is a fresh take on Appalachian fiddling […]

  • ArtREADS: Art & Literature Book Club — You Dreamed of Empires

    New Bedford Art Museum 608 Pleasant St., New Bedford, MA, United States

    ArtReads, the Art Museum’s book club, meets Monday, March 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. Conversation centers on "You Dreamed of Empires" by Álvaro Enrigue*. Readers are encouraged to finish the book in advance. Designed as a relaxed, discussion-based gathering, ArtReads connects literature and art. Shared ideas guide the conversation. Time is set aside for […]

  • Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival

    Fort Taber 1000 Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA, United States

    Food trucks roll into Fort Taber on Saturday, May 2, from noon to 5 p.m., with lots of flavor choices paired with a wide range of craft beverages. Advance tickets are $5; gate admission is $10. Live music keeps the crowd hopping. Outdoor games from Ultimate Tailgating bring fun for all ages. Dozens of regional […]