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 […]
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 19 artists working across multiple media. The work explores intersections of artistic disciplines, materials, and technologies. It highlights experimental approaches to form and expression. Jurors […]
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 […]
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 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.
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 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Guests are treated with dignity and respect. In addition to free meals, the organization offers clothing and foot care. Its mission […]
The 33rd annual Buzzards Bay Swim will kick off summer on June 20 from 7 to 11 a.m. The 1.2-mile open water swim crosses New Bedford Harbor, from New Bedford to Fairhaven. Once a year, the harbor’s shipping channel closes to boat traffic for the event. Registration is $35, with a $300 fundraising minimum. Swimmers […]
WAREHAM -- Damien's Food Pantry provides food to residents of Bristol, Plymouth and Barnstable counties on Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Its mission is to help end hunger in the South Coast region of Massachusetts by providing food to individuals experiencing food insecurity, promoting education and awareness about hunger in our community, […]
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, […]
Create two traditional Nantucket Lightship woven bracelets using high-quality reeds and staves. Choose custom colors and craft a matched set of timeless accessories. Once made by sailors and now recognized for their craftsmanship and elegance, these bracelets remain a classic symbol of coastal tradition. The class fee is $85. All materials included.
NextGen Empowered “Confidence Experience” for girls ages 11 to 13 is Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dartmouth VFW Post 9059. The three-hour program focuses on confidence building, self-discovery, and personal growth. Activities include guided coaching sessions, interactive games and worksheets, posture and runway style confidence training, and a professional photo […]
River Day 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Head of Westport Town Landing in Westport. The annual event celebrates the Westport River through live music, cultural performances, environmental exhibits, children’s activities, games, and community organizations. Scheduled highlights include the Eastern Medicine Singers, a parade with watershed […]
Love The Ave Sidewalk Sale is Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “The Ave” will become an open-air marketplace during the annual sidewalk sale hosted by the Love The Ave Partnership. The event coincides with Day of Portugal festivities at nearby Madeira Field and brings a full day of shopping, food, and […]
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, June 20: On the main stage, Travis Cole opens from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., followed by Failte from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Fenian Rams close […]
Local artist Judith Klein will hold a free printmaking workshop on Saturday, June 20, 2-3:30 p.m. at GATLIN Fine Framing in North Dartmouth. She's also exhibiting a mini-retrospective of her paintings and printmaking through June 27, 9:30-5pm Tuesdays-Fridays and 11-4pm Saturday. The exhibit will be held at her gallery at its new location, 106 State […]
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