City of New Bedford 2025 election calendar
There are two elections coming up before the end of this year in New Bedford, the Preliminary Election on Tuesday, Oct. 7, and the Municipal Election on Tuesday, Nov. 4. […]
There are two elections coming up before the end of this year in New Bedford, the Preliminary Election on Tuesday, Oct. 7, and the Municipal Election on Tuesday, Nov. 4. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
SNAP recipients can receive free fruits and vegetables through the Healthy Incentives Program. Pickups are held on the first Friday of the month from 2 to 3 p.m. Dates include […]
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 […]
Billy Leetch is a singer and acoustic guitarist who performs solo and leads Six String Circus (formerly the Good Ol’ Boys) and a Dave Matthews tribute band called Dancing Nancy.
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 […]
Sing a song, tell a joke, read a poem or play an instrument. The audience is yours, and the entertainment is shared by all. Performers and spectators alike are welcome […]
Guitarist Bill Santos, formerly of the acoustic band Wood n’ Wire, will perform solo.
Willoughby’s Cafe will hold its seventh annual Friends Helping Families dinner on Friday, Dec. 19, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at 481 Ashley Blvd. in New Bedford. The fundraiser supports […]
Wild Hearts Open Mic is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 19, at Wild Heart Herb House with a winter solstice theme. A guided meditation and cleansing ritual led by Nico begins […]
“Striker’s Passing” is a documentary by filmmaker Jeremy Mayhew about New England harpoon swordfishermen and their struggle in a modern fishing industry. The film follows Captain Gregory Mayhew and his […]
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.
Bob Porawski is a solo musician and acoustic guitar player with a vast song catalog. He has been performing live for over 20 years.
Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience will perform at The Vault. Tickets are available through Eventbrite. General admission is 34.15 dollars. Sales end December 19, 2025. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. […]
Quinn Sullivan is a 26-year-old singer, songwriter, and guitarist from New Bedford. He grew up in a musical home shaped by classic rock, jazz, and blues. An early love of […]
Steppin’ Out featuring New Image is a high-energy, six-member live band known for its sharp style and wide-ranging setlist. The group performs dance music from decades past, including songs by artists […]
Melo Events hosts karaoke every Friday night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Outta Kontrol plays at Oriental Pearl with a hard-charging rock sound. More than 20 years of shows have shaped the band’s loud, fun approach and crowd-friendly sets. Band members include […]
The Concept is a popular local party band that plays top 40, alt-rock, dance, and sing-along style music from the ’80s until now.
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