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 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 […]
The AHA! Night Pride Block Party on June 11 is seeking volunteers and people interested in joining future Pride Block Party planning committees. Anyone who has wanted to be part […]
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, […]
🖌️ Brush up your portfolios, South Coast artists! 🖌️ It's time again to apply to The New Bedford Light's next Arts Illuminated live talk show and sale, on Friday, June […]
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 […]
The community is encouraged to support women and girls through a menstrual access drive addressing period poverty in the region. Organizers have spent years providing advocacy, education, and product distribution. […]
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, […]
Martha’s Pantry at Grace provides groceries each week to households in Greater New Bedford. The food available includes fresh produce and bread. The goal is to supply three meals a […]
Susan Heideman will speak at the next Art Talks! program at the Whaling Museum on Friday, June 5, from noon to 1 p.m. Registration is required. Heideman is a Smith […]
DARTMOUTH -- The Dartmouth Farmers' Market is open weekly on Friday afternoons outdoors at St. Mary's Church into October. The Dartmouth Farmers' Market is centered around locally grown, raised and […]
The open figure drawing studio is available for $20 per session. Artists of all levels are welcome to work from a live nude model in a relaxed, self-guided environment. Sessions […]
Kids Graphic Novel Book Club will be reading "The Cartoonist Club" by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud. Copies will be available near the media lab upstairs. Contact faguiar@sailsinc.org with any questions.
Island Park will debut with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. at 1157 Acushnet Ave. in New Bedford. The Cape Verdean Association in […]
An opening reception for “Recovered Dreams and New Creations” is planned for Friday, June 5, 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free. Works by sculptor Eric Lintala and mixed-media artist […]
The Westport Art Group’s 70th anniversary with a special exhibit June 4-21 at the WAG Gallery. The exhibit is open Thursdays through Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is […]
Open Mic Jam Sesh returns to Fridays at the brewery from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your instrument or singing voice for an all-ages jam session. Signups begin at 5 […]
First Fridays: Funk Lab with MonteiroBots is on Friday, June 5, at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $25 for the public and $12.50 for museum members. […]
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