This class is ideal for a first basket-weaving experience. The finished basket measures about 5 by 10 by 5 inches and features varied reed sizes with an accent color. Half-round […]
The 'Tuesdays at WAG' program continues with Rick Paulus talking about his calligraphy journey from "Chief Calligrapher at the White House to the Sea" on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at 3 p.m. A former White House chief calligrapher, Paulus now works from his studio on Buzzards Bay. He has studied and practiced calligraphy for more than 40 […]
SnapLab: Photography Studio Sessions are on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. The four-week program is open to beginners and returning students and builds on introductory photography skills. Coursework combines […]
ArtREADS, the Art and Literature Book Club, meets at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Admission is free. Discussion centers on “The Overstory” by Richard Powers, winner of the National Book […]
South Coast LGBT Seniors meets at the Fairhaven Council on Aging on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Email […]
Learn the basics of scrimshaw in this workshop inspired by local maritime history. Participants practice pin-carved scrimshaw using cow bone, a legal and beginner-friendly material. The class starts with simple […]
Skeleton Crewe is seasoned jam band musicians Rob Barraco, Barry Sless, Stephen Inglis, Pete Sears, and Jay Lane. The group mixes Hawaiian slack key guitar, psychedelic pedal steel, and richly layered keyboard, bass, and drum work. The performance is on Thursday, February 26. Tickets are $44 in advance and $46 on the day of the […]
Fred and Tom return with 70s, 80s, and 90s tunes.
Enjoy “Classical Favorites in the Parlors” on Friday, Feb. 27, at 6:30 p.m. Musicians from the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra perform a selection of familiar classical pieces. Tickets are $15 and sold at the door. Seating is limited, so arriving early helps secure a preferred seat.
Duke Robillard has been a leading voice in blues, swing, and classic R&B since 1967. He first gained national attention as the founder and front man of Roomful of Blues. His influence has reached generations of musicians and fans worldwide. Robillard has earned two Grammy nominations for traditional blues album of the year. He was […]
Peter Gross returns with his popular comedy hypnosis show at The Vault on Friday, Feb. 27. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. The performance blends audience participation and humorous stage hypnosis. Tickets are $23.85 general admission with a single folding chair (no table / dinner service at folding chairs). […]
Back In The Day plays classic rock and 1980s favorites. Current members include Scott Raymond “Coop” Cooper on lead vocals, Paul Trial on drums, T.J. Nowicki on keyboards and vocals, […]
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.
Tom Rush performs Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. Tickets are $60 in advance and $65 day of show. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m. Rush brings warmth, humor, and a distinctive guitar style to the stage. His shows move easily between tender ballads and gritty blues, with storytelling at the center. His […]
Zumba & Refuel with Clifford on the first Sunday of the month with a $5 entrance fee. Each high-energy Zumba session is open to all fitness levels, followed by smoothies […]
New Bedford JazzFest opens its 2026 Acoustic Jazz Series on Sunday, March 1, with Yoron Israel and High Standards. The concert is from 4 to 6 p.m., with doors opening […]
North End Neighborhood Association Meets at Global Charter School, first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Check the association's Facebook page for meeting topics. Contact: Scott Pemberton. Contact: scottpemberton245@yahoo.com
Keynote speaker Richard V. Reeves will present “The Silent Crisis: Addressing the Educational Struggles of Boys and Men” on March 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The talk explores the academic and social challenges facing boys and men. Reeves is a nationally recognized researcher, author, and speaker. His work spans journalism, […]
A new Women's Health Book Club invites readers to explore women’s unique journeys through literature. Brought to you by Oshun Physical Therapy & Pelvic Health and in partnership with the New Bedford Public Library Lawler Branch, the club is facilitated by Dr. Justina Perry, women’s health physical therapist and owner of Oshun Physical Therapy & […]
Classes meet Wednesdays from March 4 through March 25, from 5 to 8 p.m. This four-week clay workshop gives middle school students hands-on experience with both hand-building and the pottery […]
This four-week workshop gives middle school students a hands-on introduction to clay. Many students don’t get this experience until high school. Participants will work with clay by hand and on […]
This group meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at the Buttonwood Senior Center, 7 p.m. This meeting is currently chaired by Councilor –At- Large, Naomi Carney. Contact: Naomi.Carney@newbedford-ma.gov
The Introduction to Playback Theatre covers storytelling through improvisation. Sessions cost $15 to $30 with a sliding fee. This four-week workshop introduces Playback Theatre as a way to spark creativity […]
The Book Nook hosts a Silent Book Club on the first Thursday of every month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Gallery Bar. This global trend, started in 2012, invites participants to read silently in a public space with no assigned readings or required discussions. From 6:00 to 6:30, is time to mingle, […]
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