Weekly virtual meetings address gaps in emergency food resources in Southeastern Massachusetts. Sessions are on Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m. The same Zoom link is used each week. Southcoast Food Policy Council will lead the discussion. The focus is on preparing for disruptions to food relief programs and strengthening the regional food system. The […]
Learn about the foundations of psychological safety at our virtual webinar on Wednesday, April 15, from 1 to 2 p.m. Psychological safety builds trust and shares power more fairly. It also supports inclusive participation. Topics include care and accountability in partnerships. Healthier ways to collaborate in mission-driven work will also be discussed. Participants will grasp […]
The Joint Transportation Planning Group will meet on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 2 p.m. on Zoom. The agenda includes approval of the March 11 minutes and public comment. Updates from Regional Transit Authorities and from the sharing of project updates, challenges, and lessons learned will also be heard. Key points include: Draft FFY 2027–2031 […]
In uncertain moments, listening is not a luxury. It is a strategy for responding to complex, overlapping crises. This session shares practical tools and case studies to help funders listen quickly and effectively without adding pressure for grantees, even when communities offer differing perspectives. The session is part of the Building Up to Building Together […]
Historic homeowners looking for financial help with preservation projects have a new resource. WHALE presents “Show Me the Money,” part of its Historic Homeowner Workshop Series, on March 31 at […]
Join a vibrant virtual Watch Party hosted by the Statewide Young Adult Council, where young adults connect around mental health and advocacy. Open to individuals ages 16 to 30, the gathering features guest speakers, peer-led discussion and networking. Sessions take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Attendance is […]
JTPG Meeting is on Wednesday, March 11, 2 to 3 p.m. The Joint Transportation Planning Group (JTPG) is the advisory body to the Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization (SMMPO). The JTPG shares responsibility in determining how to allocate federal funds for transit, roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian projects in Southeastern MA in order to make recommendations […]
Local historians are taking a fresh look at Revolutionary War history in Old Dartmouth as the nation marks the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. New research highlights stories from the 1770s and 1780s in present-day Westport, Dartmouth, New Bedford, Fairhaven, and Acushnet.Local History Guild is a quarterly Zoom conversation presented by the New Bedford […]
New Bedford’s Planning Board will meet virtually at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. There will be a 2½-hour time limit, and must end by 8:30 p.m. Agenda items include a site plan review for the renovation of 211 Union St. into 35 apartments. A new private hangar project at the municipal airport is slated […]
The opening night curtain rose on a restored Zeiterion Theatre, introducing new education and performance spaces and debuting the Speakeasy with live jazz. The $37 million renovation marked a major milestone for the downtown New Bedford venue. How the project came together will be the focus of The Chat on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 10:30 […]
The South Coast LGBTQ+ Network will hold a remote candlelight vigil on Feb. 1, 2026. The online gathering marks 20 years since the attack at Puzzles Lounge. Executive Director Andrew Pollock said coming together in this way, even at a distance, helps honor those impacted while strengthening a pledge to safety, visibility, and belonging for […]
Preservation 101 takes place on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 5:30 p.m. This introductory workshop will be held on Zoom and is open to historic and older homeowners. Owning a historic […]
The New Bedford Housing Authority will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, in person and by Zoom. The agenda includes approval of minutes, financial and director’s reports, and the nomination and election of officers for 2026. Members will also consider several contract awards and amendments related to building improvements and services, as well […]
The New Bedford Cultural Council will conduct a virtual meeting on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, at 6 p.m. The Zoom ID is 829 4518 2858. No passcode is needed. Agenda: Approval of Minutes from 11/17/25 IV. Discuss scored grants and establish funding tiers with Rob Tetrault, Finance Manager for the City of New Bedford Action […]
New Bedford Whaling Museum’s Local History Guild will present a Zoom webinar titled “My Favorite Things.” The quarterly program features informal conversations about art, history, science, and culture connected to the museum's mission and the region. Staff from the Curatorial Department will share selected objects. Items relate to winter, holidays, and the season. Pieces will […]
This online session, led by New Bedford Creative staff, will give artists an overview of the 2026 Seaport Art Walk call for art and guidance on using the Submittable.com application. The event is part of the Peer-to-Peer Sessions, a free hybrid series that provides workshops and training for artists, creatives and community organizers. The program […]
The SouthCoast Community Foundation will host an information session about the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP®) Study Group on Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 4 to 5 p.m. Register here. The CAP® program is for professional advisors and nonprofit leaders who want to help families, clients, and donors build lasting legacies. Participants meet in small cohorts […]
Invested Together: A Gateway Cities Conversation introduces funders to the South Coast’s funding landscape. The virtual event looks at how shared investments can promote equity across Massachusetts Gateway Cities. Speakers will discuss how collaboration between funders and local organizations helps build stronger, more resilient communities. The leaders from the SouthCoast Community Foundation, Social Innovation Forum, […]
Ashley Payne will share approaches for building a strong brand without burnout in the Creative Marketing Strategies virtual workshop. She draws on years of experience with local businesses and nonprofits and an academic background in marketing. This workshop is offered through the Peer-to-Peer Sessions, a free hybrid program designed to support artists, creatives, and community […]
The Firehouse at 109 Hillman St. in New Bedford is now accepting applications for four one-bedroom and four two-bedroom units. Submissions are open through Dec. 15, 2025. An online info session takes place Nov. 3 at 5 p.m. at on this Zoom line . The waitlist will be set by lottery. Forms must be received […]
A virtual conversation on Cape Verdean identity in contemporary art will take place Oct. 22 from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. The free program on Zoom features artists and scholars Sandim Mendes, Christian Gonçalves, and Claire Andrade-Watkins. Ymelda Rivera Laxton, assistant curator of contemporary art and community projects at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, will […]
The Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District Finance Committee will meet Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 8:30 a.m. The meeting will take place in person and on Zoom at this link. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a cash analysis, treasurer’s report, and review of the voucher warrant. Members will also discuss September 2025 general […]
The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization oversees regional transportation planning for 27 communities. The group guides the long-range vision and funding for road, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian projects. The agenda includes votes to release the Draft Public Participation Plan and Draft Language Assistance Plan for public comment. Members will consider endorsement of the Regional Evacuation […]
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