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 […]
Local food pantries need help building supplies as SNAP benefits change. Reggae on West Beach (ROWB) is organizing a food and baby item drive for area families in need. Businesses are asked to host donation boxes provided and maintained by ROWB. Boxes will be picked up monthly or sooner if full. The business with the […]
See the faces of 19th-century America in a new special exhibition opening Jan. 16, 2026. "Look Pleasant, Please: Early Portrait Photography in New Bedford," explores portrait photography in a growing and diverse coastal city. Images highlight the changing relationship between photographer and sitter in a complex urban economy. Featured works include one of the last […]
Groundwork Southcoast is hosting a community drive with Savers to raise funds that directly support access programs that help get healthy food to those who need it most. Every donation helps build a stronger and more food-secure community. The drive is also a way to support sustainability and care for neighbors. Clothing donations help keep […]
PACE Head Start is accepting applications for the September 2026 school year. The free program serves about 200 children ages 3 to 5 from income-eligible families in New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, and Acushnet. Children receive early education programs intended to prepare them for kindergarten. Programming includes classroom learning, health services, parent education, family support, and […]
Secure your spot today! The Juniors Summer Rowing Program at the New Bedford Rowing Center is now taking signups. Open to ages 12-18, the two-week sessions in July and August are designed to equip newbies with rowing basics and develop skills for those with experience. Dates are: Session 1: July 6 - 18, Mon-Thurs, 4:00-6:00 […]
Registration is open for Fairhaven’s MA250 Revolutionary Fourth of July parade and celebration on July 4, 2026. Residents, visitors, and local groups are being sought to join the procession. Neighbors along Green Street are encouraged to decorate homes and yards with patriotic displays. Events begin at 8 a.m. at Fairhaven High School with a flag […]
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.
Cool treats are coming to neighborhoods across New Bedford on Saturday, June 13, during the New Bedford Police Department's 2026 Ice Cream Social. Families can stop by for one free ice cream per child. Locations and times: Westlawn Park, 11 a.m. to noon Parkdale, 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. Shawmut Village, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Temple […]
Gardeners in Dartmouth have a new reason to visit the stacks. Dartmouth Public Library will launch a free Seed Library on March 2 at both branches. Limited seed packets will be available to help residents get the growing season started. The program encourages gardening, sustainability, and local food production. Participants can take seeds, grow plants, […]
Different StrokeZ is a Boston-based cover band known for blending R&B, hip-hop, pop, funk, reggae, and dance hits. The band’s setlists focus on crowd favorites and dance music spanning multiple […]
Buzzard Blue Band is a local group blends traditional Delta blues with Chicago swing, Southern rock and soul to create a high-energy rhythm and blues sound. Known for its mix of […]
Buzzards Bay Brewing's summer concert series continues with live music and local food. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Food service usually starts around 4 p.m. On Saturday, June 13 BBQ […]
Kettle Kitchen Concerts pair tacos, tunes, and cold beer on Saturday afternoons. The brewery is open from 3 to 8 p.m., with free live music each week at 5:30 p.m. […]
Day of Portugal Fall River 2026 is set for Friday, June 12, through Sunday, June 14, in Fall River. The three-day celebration features Portuguese music, food, culture, and family activities. […]
The Co-Creative Center kicks off its summer season with Philadelphia-based artist Justine Giordano and her first solo exhibition. Her work features a collection of abstract, ocean-loving paintings and upcycled surfboards beautifully resurfaced into a second life. Where: The Star Store Gallery, 715 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA. When: Opening reception, Saturday, June 13, from 4-9 […]
Felix Slim performs at Cisco Brewers on Saturday, June 13, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Brooklyn-based blues musician plays ragtime, swing, and Delta blues with slide guitar, harmonica, and vintage American roots music influences.
MAC Theater presents "Our Town," directed by Pippa Asker. Shows run June 12 to 28, on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m., and on Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 for members and $28 for nonmembers. The story is set in the fictional New England town of Grover’s Corners, and it follows two […]
A special evening concert of folk and country music features well-known area entertainer Mike Couto, Lisa Couto and Billy Mulligan Jr. The show will be held on Saturday, June 13. Tickets $20 online (+fees) and $25 at the door of the Knights of Columbus hall in Mattapoisett. Mike Couto began entertaining at Stonehill College in […]
Jackson Neves is a music and business major at Wheaton College. He’s also a guitarist, singer, and pianist playing the best music of the ’50s through today.
CarSon Acoustic features Fernando Carreiro and Justin Sampson, two musicians who share a love of music and a distinctive approach to familiar songs. They play a mix of favorites with acoustic arrangements and harmonies. The duo performs Saturday, June 13, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Bittersweet Farm Restaurant and Tavern in Westport.
Rick Estrin & The Nightcats perform Saturday, June 13. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance and $37 the day of the show. Estrin is a blues vocalist, harmonica player, and songwriter who has been performing since the early 1970s. Backed by Christoffer "Kid" Andersen, […]
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