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 […]
The City’s Department of Community Services is running a food drive that will continue through March 31, 2026. Nonperishable food donations will benefit PACE, the New Bedford Housing Authority, and […]
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 […]
Ahab’s Head: American Vengeance opens December 13 at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The new installation is by Boston artist and sculptor Heidi Whitman. It is an immersive look at […]
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 […]
ArtWeek SouthCoast is back May 8 to 17, 2026, with events planned across southeastern Massachusetts. The festival website is live, and event submissions are open at artweeksouthcoast.org. Artists, cultural organizations, […]
The New Bedford Art Museum celebrates local patronage with The Homecoming on view Feb. 5 through March 29, 2026. The exhibition launches a new series focused on the collecting interests […]
YouthReach grants are now available through Mass Cultural Council. The FY27 round supports Creative Youth Development programs that use arts, humanities, and science to connect with young people. Funding is […]
March 12 to May 31, 2026$10 adults. $7 seniors and students. This exhibition features contemporary Mexican artists exploring freedom of expression, history, and social justice. Work spans sculpture, installation, performance […]
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 […]
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. […]
Mercy Meals & More is collecting gently used shoes for men and women. Sneakers and boots are preferred. All sizes are accepted. Shoes must not be worn out. Donations can be dropped off at Mercy Meals & More Soup Kitchen at Pilgrim United Church
Mercy Meals & More is a Massachusetts 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides a nutritious start to the day for neighbors in need. A hot breakfast is served Monday through Saturday from […]
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, […]
Learn practical ways to protect your home and family at the upcoming "Home Basics" workshop on Tuesday, March 24, from 10 to 11 a.m. The session will be held at […]
Amplifying Black Women’s and workers’ voices through theater will be presented on Tuesday, March 24, at 12:30 p.m. in Room 118 of the Science and Engineering Building at UMass Dartmouth. […]
Rick Paulus, former chief calligrapher at the White House, leads a monoline class beginning March 10 at the Westport Art Group. Focus centers on the expressive monoline letter and its […]
DARTMOUTH -- The YMCA South Coast community market is open in Dartmouth every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Parish at 795 […]
A weekly Wellness Workshop meets on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. at Beyond House Young Adult Access Center. The conversation centers on the eight dimensions of wellness and the practical ways […]
United Way of Greater New Bedford will provide free food through its Winter Mobile Market. Fresh produce and shelf-stable items will be available to local residents. North End dates are […]
Students of every level are welcome in this class, which covers all aspects of the ceramics process. The group will practice throwing techniques, work with larger amounts of clay, and […]
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. […]
Bayside hosts Eddie’s Crazy Music Bingo every Tuesday night from 7–9 p.m.
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