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SUMMARY:Family Storytime at RJD
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is presented with the New Bedford Free Public Library at RJD. Attendees meet inside the mansion for a half hour of stories designed for all ages.\n\nFamilies may take home a craft kit to work on together. Visitors may also stay to tour the house and grounds.\n\nFamily Storytime is held on the third Wednesday of each month. The program is open to all ages with an accompanying adult. Admission is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/family-storytime-at-rjd/2026-05-20/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Family,Free,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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SUMMARY:Living the Old House Dream — AHA! Preservation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Living the Old House Dream is part of the AHA! Preservation Celebration on May 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. The program is presented by Waterfront Historic Area League and Rotch-Jones-Duff House Museum & Gardens. \nHomeowner and preservation enthusiast Laura Parrish shares how she approached restoring historic homes without formal training. Her work is guided by a belief in community support and a simple idea. If she can do it\, others can too. \nParrish discusses the restoration of the Whalehouse at 100 Madison St.\, a property tied to New Bedford’s whaling era and later connected to Herman Melville. She also provides updates on her work at Crowell Farm in Sagamore and new preservation efforts.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/living-the-old-house-dream-aha-preservation-celebration/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Culture Calendar,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
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SUMMARY:Garden Club of Buzzards Bay Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Garden Club of Buzzards Bay will hold its annual plant sale Saturday\, May 2\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum. \nShoppers can find annuals grown in the club’s greenhouse\, perennials from members’ gardens\, tomatoes\, herbs\, succulent arrangements\, and heirloom dahlia tubers. The event is free and open to the public. \nContact Anne Heller at heller.a@comcast.net or (617) 893-8491 for details.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/garden-club-of-buzzards-bay-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Shop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T103109
CREATED:20260406T182105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T182105Z
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SUMMARY:BYOBook Club at the RJD
DESCRIPTION:BYOBook Club is a pop-up reading community in New Bedford. Participants bring a book\, magazine\, or other reading material.\n\nThe first hour is for silent reading\, followed by group discussion. The final half hour features a guest author.\n\nThe meeting is on Tuesday\, March 24\, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. It is free\, but registration is required.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/byobook-club-at-the-rjd/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Books,Culture Calendar,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T103109
CREATED:20260325T212813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T212813Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening with Native Plants with Mass Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Gardening with Native Plants with Mass Audubon will be held on Thursday\, April 9\, at 4 p.m. \nLearn how to transform your corner of the earth into an eco-friendly haven for native plants and wildlife. The agenda will cover ecosystems\, habitat resiliency\, climate change\, invasive species\, biodiversity\, and the ecological importance of human-managed landscapes. Students will learn to read your landscape and select and maintain plants for long-term ecosystem health. \nWhether starting a new garden or transitioning an existing space\, anyone can create a wildlife sanctuary at home or in their community. \nThe workshop is part of Project Planet AHA and is free.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/gardening-with-native-plants-with-mass-audubon/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Culture Calendar,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T103109
CREATED:20260104T230131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T230131Z
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SUMMARY:Classical Favorites in the Parlors
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy “Classical Favorites in the Parlors” on Friday\, Feb. 27\, at 6:30 p.m. Musicians from the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra perform a selection of familiar classical pieces. \nTickets are $15 and sold at the door. Seating is limited\, so arriving early helps secure a preferred seat.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/classical-favorites-in-the-parlors/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Music,New Bedford Symphony Orchestra,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T160000
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SUMMARY:Sweetheart Tea at RJD
DESCRIPTION:The annual Sweetheart Tea is scheduled for Sunday\, Feb. 8\, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the RJD. Couples share tea at a private table for two\, with sandwiches\, scones\, sweets\, and full tea service. \nAdmission includes museum entry\, a small souvenir\, and chocolates. Tea service is provided by Rescue Cafe. \nAdvance registration is required by Feb. 1. \nAdmission is $85 per couple for museum members and $95 per couple for nonmembers.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/sweetheart-tea-at-rjd/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture Calendar,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T163000
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CREATED:20251228T221202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T221202Z
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SUMMARY:America’s 250th: Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr.
DESCRIPTION:America’s 250th Unraveling the Revolutionary Journey of William Rotch Sr. is scheduled for Tuesday\, Jan. 6\, at 4:30 p.m. Historian Dr. Sarah Crabtree presents an illustrated talk in the RJD parlors based on her research and upcoming book “Quaker\, Whaler\, Traitor\, Spy! The Trials of William Rotch.” \nTalk explores the complex life of William Rotch Sr.\, a Quaker whaler accused of treason by three governments between 1775 and 1795. Story traces his opposition to war and the global business dealings that helped make him one of the wealthiest men in America.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/americas-250th-unraveling-the-revolutionary-journey-of-william-rotch-sr/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Culture Calendar,History,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T123000
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CREATED:20250910T163517Z
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime at RJD
DESCRIPTION:Meet in the garden for an engaging half hour of stories. After the tales\, pick up a craft kit to enjoy a creative project together at home. \nAll ages are welcome with an accompanying adult.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/family-storytime-at-rjd-2/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000
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SUMMARY:Cookie Challenge at RJD
DESCRIPTION:Calling all cookie bakers. The Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum hosts its sixth annual Cookie Challenge during AHA! Night NB Festive on Thursday\, Dec. 11\, from 4 to 6 p.m. \nHome bakers submit four dozen cookies for guests to sample and vote. A gift goes to the winning baker. Entries\, with printed recipes and ingredient lists\, must be delivered by 1 p.m. \nTo enter\, email Lauren Pothier at lpothier@rjdmuseum.org. \nThe Cookie Challenge is part of Christmas on County. The event is free with AHA! Night.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cookie-challenge-at-rjd/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Christmas,Culture Calendar,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000
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SUMMARY:Christmas on County at RJD
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for the annual “Christmas on County” on Thursday\, Dec. 11\, from 4 to 6 p.m. Tour the decked halls of the mansion and learn from docents about past holiday traditions observed by its residents. Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and participate in the sixth annual Cookie Challenge as a baker or a judge. \nThis is a free AHA! Night event\, with donations accepted.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/christmas-on-county-at-rjd/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:AHA!,Christmas,Culture Calendar,Family,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T103109
CREATED:20251028T201513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T201513Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea in the Parlors
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Tea in the Parlors is scheduled for Sunday\, Dec. 7 or Tuesday\, Dec. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. at RJD. Tea\, scones\, sandwiches and sweets are served in the decorated parlors. Festive attire is welcome. \nThe fee includes tea service and museum admission. Tables for eight are available. Smaller groups may be seated together. Reservations are required. Members pay $40 and the public pays $45.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/afternoon-tea-in-the-parlors/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Rotch-Jones-Duff House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T103109
CREATED:20251020T233556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T233556Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Club of Buzzards Bay Annual Holiday Greens Market
DESCRIPTION:The annual Holiday Greens Market is on Saturday\, Dec. 6\, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rotch-Jones-Duff House Coach House. Admission is free. \nInside the historic Coach House\, visitors will find handcrafted holiday décor\, including wreaths\, centerpieces\, tabletop trees\, swags\, and ornaments made by club members. \nProceeds support the club’s grants program\, which funds conservation\, beautification\, and scholarship efforts in the community. \nAnyone who makes a purchase will receive free admission to tour the Rotch-Jones-Duff House\, a 19th-century New Bedford landmark with restored gardens and period architecture.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/garden-club-of-buzzards-bay-annual-holiday-greens-market/
LOCATION:Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum\, 396 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Culture Calendar,Shop
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