AJ Gomes Neighborhood Association meets the third Tuesday of the month, at 6:30 p.m. at the AJ Gomes School. Contact: Buddy Andrade at obvdcbr@yahoo.com
Storytime is presented with the New Bedford Free Public Library at RJD. Attendees meet inside the mansion for a half hour of stories designed for all ages. Families may take home a craft kit to work on together. Visitors may also stay to tour the house and grounds. Family Storytime is held on the third […]
Add a personal touch to holiday greetings at the New Bedford Art Museum on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. No experience is necessary, and the $40 class fee includes all materials. Local artist Jeff “Pixel” Palmer will guide participants in creating festive cards using traditional block-printing techniques. The workshop covers designing, carving, […]
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. .
National Book Award-winning author Nathaniel Philbrick will discuss his latest book, “The Rush: California Gold, the Civil War, and the Making of the Modern World.” The take is scheduled on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Steeple Playhouse. The discussion will explore how the California Gold Rush shaped the nation and […]
The Westport Grange music series continues Friday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. with the Nina Ott Quartet performing soft jazz in an intimate setting. Table seating will be available, with homemade pastries, coffee, and tea served during intermission. Tickets cost $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
Guitarists Donn Legge and Dave Gries will perform at the Marion Art Center. The two acoustic sets are on Friday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. in the Patsy Francis Gallery. The Unplugged series performance includes jazz standards, original pieces, and cabaret-style seating limited to 24 guests per show. Attendees may bring their […]
The New Bedford Art Museum will host a holiday wreath-making workshop Saturday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Instructor Georgina Melone will help the class craft decorative wreaths using fresh greenery, ribbons, and seasonal accents. Materials will be provided, although attendees may bring garden gloves, wire cutters, and additional greenery. Melone is a […]
Violinist Randall Goosby joins the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra for “Goosby Plays Brahms” on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at The Zeiterion. Goosby is a rising star known for performances of classical and contemporary repertoire. He will appear with the orchestra under the direction of Yaniv Dinur.
Dianne Gauthier, chief operating officer, will lead virtual information sessions about the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy program for nonprofit leaders, funders, consultants, and professional advisers. Sessions will explain the CAP curriculum and how the South Coast study group works. They will also cover how guest speakers help connect the coursework to real-world philanthropy. The program […]
The Great Escape is a tribute to Journey that plays a catalog with precision and high energy. Shows feature well-known hits delivered with precise attention to detail. The group will return to The Vault on Saturday, March 20. General admission is $23. Early general admission is $33.
WHALE Holiday House Tour welcomes visitors inside several privately owned historic New Bedford homes from Sunday, Dec. 13, noon to 4 p.m. Tickets are $30 and go on sale Sept. 13. A rain or snow date is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 20. The self-guided tour showcases homes decorated for the holiday season while highlighting their […]
WHALE will host its first Holiday House Tour on Sunday, Dec. 13, from noon to 4 p.m., showcasing historic homes, architecture, and neighborhoods in New Bedford. Visitors can tour decorated historic properties while supporting WHALE’s preservation work. Tickets are $35 for general admission, with a discounted rate available for WHALE members. A rain or snow […]
WHALE will introduce a new Holiday House Tour on Sunday, Dec. 13, from noon to 4 p.m. The self-guided tour will feature privately owned historic homes decorated for the holiday season. Visitors can explore the architecture, history and character of the homes while learning more about New Bedford’s historic neighborhoods. WHALE members will receive information […]
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents its annual Holiday Pops on Sunday, Dec. 20 at 3:30 and 7 p.m. at Zeiterion. The seasonal program will feature members of the Southeastern Massachusetts Youth Orchestra and The Showstoppers alongside the NBSO.
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra will present “Beloved Immortal” on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2027, at 3 p.m. The all-Beethoven program commemorates the 200th anniversary of the composer’s death. Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, and String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major are included. The program […]
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra will present “Beloved Immortal” on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027, at 3 p.m. The all-Beethoven program commemorates the 200th anniversary of the composer’s death. Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Cello Sonata No. 4 in C Major, and String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major are included. The program […]
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra hosts “Movie Pops: All John Williams” on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at The Zeiterion. Yaniv Dinur will conduct and serve as emcee. The concert features music by the composer behind some of cinema’s most recognizable scores, including Jurassic Park, Jaws, Harry Potter, and E.T., followed by music from […]
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