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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Bayside Lounge features live music every Friday 7–9 p.m., Saturday 8–11 p.m. and Sunday 5–8 p.m. Find up-to-date details on the Facebook page.
LIKK is a high-energy cover band that plays a range of dance, classic, and rock music that will keep you dancing from start to finish.
Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong classes with David Chosid are held on Sundays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Buttonwood Park Warming House. The sessions focus […]
FAIRHAVEN -- The Fairhaven Farmers’ Market will hold a weekly outdoors market on Sundays into October. Look for the bright yellow farmstand at 151 Alden Road. SNAP, HIP, Senior & WIC, FMNP are accepted by some farmers.
The Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market is back for its sixth season on Purchase Street in downtown Fall River. The market is open every Sunday from 11 a.m. to […]
No Rulz, formerly known as Of Like Mindz, now features Gretchen Shellman, the former lead vocalist for Hyper Drive. Her cutting-edge rock voice brings excitement and energy to the table.
Flower Power: Flower Pounding on Paper is on Sunday, June 14, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The class fee is $45. Tatakizome is an ancient Japanese technique that transfers flowers onto fabric or paper. It is simple and produces vivid results. Students will create a design on cotton rag watercolor paper, then use a hammer […]
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. Friday night opens with performances by DJ Rock The Mike, Tony Borges, and Banda Euro, Bia Caboz, and DJ Dupla Mete Cá sets beginning at […]
Flag Day is observed on Sunday, June 14, to mark the adoption of the American flag in 1777 and to honor the nation’s core values of liberty and justice. Communities across Massachusetts will host events to mark the day. Rise Up! Sing Out! Fairhaven Peaceful Protest will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. at […]
Families can drop in for art activities every Sunday at the New Bedford Art Museum. Designed for children ages 4 to 12 and their caregivers, the program offers hands-on projects inspired by current exhibitions, with time to explore, create, and connect. Activities run from 2 to 5 p.m. each Sunday. Children must be accompanied by […]
The U.S. Coast Guard Band performs Sunday, June 14, at 3 p.m. Admission is free, but tickets must be reserved. Seating is general admission on a first-come, first-served basis. Representing the U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security, the 55-member ensemble has performed around the world. The concert features wind ensemble classics, jazz favorites, […]
NEW BEDFORD -- Crooked Coast takes the stage at this Whale Jam concert benefits efforts to save the endangered North Atlantic right whale. Hosted by Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) and Cisco Brewers, Whale Jam highlights the importance of whales to the ecosystem and supports work to protect them. The Sunday, June 14, show will […]
The 10th annual Armsted R. Christian Scholarship Jazz Fundraiser will feature an afternoon of live music from 3 to 7 p.m. Peaceful Flight opens the event, followed by vocalist Gabrielle Goodman and headliner Marion Meadows. Goodman is a Berklee College professor, recording artist, and songwriter who has performed with Chaka Khan and Roberta Flack. Meadows […]
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