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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Synergies: Hybrid Art runs June 4 through Aug. 30, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and students. The juried exhibition features […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Artists sought for Creative Catalysts exhibit through an online call for art. Registration deadline is July 31 at 10 a.m. The exhibition features visual art, literary arts, music, and multimedia work. The theme uses literature as a lens for new perspectives. Artist pairs select a work of literature to guide their process. GroundWork Gallery will […]
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. […]
Cisco Kitchen & Bar will host its fourth annual Irish Festival on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21. Bagpipes, Irish music, and dance are planned throughout the weekend. Saturday, […]
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. […]
Buzzards Bay Brewing will host its 2026 Summer Concert Series with free live music every Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Food trucks begin serving around 4 p.m. Performers include: […]
Better than Nothin will perform at Ryan's to 9 p.m.
The RedFish Duo featuring Gary Fish and Steve Redfern will perform at The Galley Grille at White's of Westport.
Little Theatre of Fall River presents "13: The Musical" on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets […]
Retro Floyd: Experience Pink Floyd is on Saturday, June 20, at The Vault. Tickets are $20 general admission and $30 early entry. The tribute show features classic hits and deep […]
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.
Makeshift is a Rhode Island-based rock roll cover band that plays favorite hits of the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s. The group performs everything from Journey to Blink 182.
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 on gentle movement practices that support flexibility, balance, and general well-being. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and philosophy, tai chi and qigong emphasize steady movement […]
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 & […]
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