The New Bedford Whaling Museum and the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office will open Bristol County: Incarcerated on Oct. 24. The exhibit traces the history of local incarceration from the 18th-century jail in Taunton to New Bedford’s Ash Street Jail. The Ash Street facility is the oldest continuously operating jail in the nation. Artifacts include the […]
Proteanna: Susan Heideman is on view at the New Bedford Whaling Museum from May 29 through Nov. 1. The exhibition features large-scale mixed-media works by Heideman inspired by ocean life and imagined underwater forms. Combining watercolor, collage, and hand embroidery, the pieces create richly layered, textured compositions that blur the line between real and imagined […]
Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking volunteers for its Playspace Program across Massachusetts. Horizons supports young children experiencing homelessness through early education, play, and family services. The organization operates trauma-informed Playspaces inside family shelters. Spaces include books, toys, crafts, and activities designed to help children feel safe and supported. Volunteers, known as Playspace Activity Leaders […]
“Sailors' Valentines: Maritime Art From the Heart” is on view through Nov. 8 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Shell-covered keepsakes, known as sailors' valentines, have long been tied to maritime history. The exhibition traces the art form from its 19th-century origins to modern interpretations through historic pieces and contemporary works. Displays highlight the craftsmanship, […]
New Bedford has a new yard waste collection schedule in effect from September through December 2026. Yard waste will be collected the day after each household’s regular trash day. Friday routes will have yard waste picked up the following Monday. Residents should place materials at the curb by 7 a.m. using paper yard waste bags […]
New Bedford Creative is accepting applications for its 2027 grant cycle, with funding available for local artists, nonprofits, community groups, and small businesses. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20. Funding is available through the Art is Everywhere! and Wicked Cool Places programs. General grants range from $3,000 to $10,000 and can support […]
The Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD) is seeking applicants for a new regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Interested individuals are invited to complete the BPAC membership application form by November 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Members will provide input on walking and biking needs across southeastern Massachusetts. The group is expected […]
Factory of Terror is back for the 31st year on Sept. 12 through Nov. 14. The long-running haunted attraction is open on select nights through Nov. 14, with timed entry and date-specific ticket prices. Ticket prices: General admission ranges from $13 to $30 online. VIP passes range from $37 to $50. Group rates are available […]
Making Waves will run throughout October at the New Bedford YMCA, 25 S. Water St. Participants can choose a swimming goal and raise funds as they go. Proceeds will help support swim lessons, water safety education, youth programs, and financial assistance. Registration is available online.
The Westport Art Group is seeking artists for its October exhibition, “The Sky’s the Limit.” The show is open to members and nonmembers and welcomes 2D and 3D work, photography, and other media. The theme is open to interpretation. Registration is online only at westportartgroup.com. The deadline is Oct. 14. The exhibition runs Oct. 22 […]
The Acushnet Public Library will screen "In the Whale" on Saturday, Oct. 10 at noon. This documentary follows Cape Cod lobster diver Michael Packard, who survived being swallowed by a humpback whale. A Q&A with director David Abel will follow the film. The Friends of the Acushnet Public Library sponsor the event. Registration is required.
Photographs, newspaper clippings, artifacts, and personal stories can be submitted for "Inflection Point: A 50-Year Commemoration of the 1977 New Bedford Gas Explosion." The exhibit will explore the disaster’s impact on downtown New Bedford and how historic preservation, building reuse,, and cultural revitalization shaped the area. The works will be on view Jan. 16 through […]
Adriance Furnituremakers highlights work by local artisans in the Showroom Gallery. Each piece shows the maker’s style. Each one brings character to the space. John Magnan shifted to art after an early retirement from a technical career. The change led to studies at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Magnan later earned an MFA in […]
Mass 2-1-1 and Lyft have teamed up to offer Relief Rides, a limited free transportation program for eligible individuals without access to other local options. Rides are available for critical non-emergency needs such as food access, short-term work transportation, and medical or mental health appointments. The service is open to qualified residents in Fall River […]
A reminder that flu and COVID cases rise during this season. Vaccines help protect families and reduce severe illness. Residents can schedule appointments through state vaccination sites or local providers. Information is available at mass.gov/seasonal-vaccines.
PACE is accepting applications for its Home Energy Assistance Program to help eligible households pay for heating. Applications can be submitted by mail or in person beginning Oct. 13. Online applications will be available starting Nov. 1. For more information or assistance, call 508-525-4271.
On each Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m., teens grades 6–12 can join us in the Student Lounge for snacks, crafts, and chill time. This is a drop-in program, with no registration required.
The Ashley School Building Committee will meet Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 4 to 5 p.m., in a hybrid format. Agenda items include approval of the Sept. 30 meeting minutes, an update on the environmental soils assessment, and a vote to select a floor plan. Members of the public may attend remotely by Zoom. The meeting […]
The Acushnet Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing on a liquor license transfer for Scuttlebutts and an Eversource utility project involving Morses Lane and Middle Road. Additional agenda items include water rates, electric smart meters, Union Street paving, Veterans Memorial landscaping, election warrants and reserve fund transfers. The board will also discuss personnel […]
The Fairhaven Village Militia will present "Hauntings at the Fort" on Oct. 14 at Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven. This special edition of "Evenings at the Fort" will begin at dusk, around 5:30 p.m. The free program will feature ghost stories, local folklore, and Revolutionary War history connected to the fort. Stories are presented as folklore, […]
Love old houses? Dream of owning one, or already have one? WHALE’s “Living the Old House Dream” explores what it is really like to live in and care for a historic home, with tips along the way. The program looks at the rewards, realities, and occasional surprises that come with old-house ownership. It is open […]
Universal Participation: Welcome to Yoga meets every Wednesday at 6 p.m. The class is open to all abilities, ages, and body types. Instructor Audra Andrade, who lives with low vision, leads the weekly sessions. The class is also suitable for people who are blind or have low vision. Admission is $10. Guests aged 18 to […]
The Fantasy Book Club will meet Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m. to discuss “What Moves the Dead” by T. Kingfisher. Copies are available at the library. New members ages 19+ are welcome.
The Acushnet Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed single-family home on Hathaway Road involving demolition, site cleanup and construction near protected wetlands and a riverfront area. Additional agenda items include revisions to an Eversource project, stormwater management on Lambert and Lawton streets, and updates concerning PJ Keating Co. and 16 Hunter […]
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