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SUMMARY:New Bedford Historical Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Historical Commission will meet virtually Monday\, Nov. 2\, at 6 p.m.\n\nAgenda\n\nCommissioners will review a certificate of appropriateness for new construction at 1 Johnny Cake Hill. Additional agenda items include informal reviews of properties at 24 Union St. and 13 Center St. and approval of minutes from the Sept. 14 and Oct. 5 meetings.\n\nThe public can participate through Zoom or by calling 646-558-8656 and entering meeting ID 824 6712 7287.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-historical-commission-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T130000
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CREATED:20261012T180308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T180308Z
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: "When the Island Had Fish" at New Bedford Whaling Museum
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Whaling Museum will host a free virtual talk with author Janna Malamud Smith on Thursday\, Oct. 29\, from noon to 1 p.m. Registration is required.\n\nSmith will discuss her book\, “When the Island Had Fish: The Remarkable Story of a Maine Fishing Community\,” which explores Vinalhaven\, Maine’s history. The book examines how industrial fishing\, climate change\, and environmental challenges affect coastal communities and their livelihoods.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/author-talk-when-the-island-had-fish-at-new-bedford-whaling-museum/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Culture Calendar,Virtual,Zoom meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T150000
DTSTAMP:20251118T170131Z
CREATED:20251118T170131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T170131Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Emergency Food Resource Meetings
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSouthcoast Food Policy Council will lead the discussion. The focus is on preparing for disruptions to food relief programs and strengthening the regional food system. \nThe meetings aim to bring people together and find common challenges while building practical solutions. Anyone involved in food recovery or institutional food service or food justice work is welcome to participate.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/weekly-emergency-food-resource-meetings/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260324T222430Z
CREATED:20260324T222430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T222430Z
UID:10162554-1793115000-1793120400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:SYAC Virtual Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:Join a vibrant virtual Watch Party hosted by the Statewide Young Adult Council\, where young adults connect around mental health and advocacy. \nOpen to individuals ages 16 to 30\, the gathering features guest speakers\, peer-led discussion and networking. \nSessions take place on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Attendance is free and virtual. \nFor more information\, contact cmills@ppal.net.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/syac-virtual-watch-party/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T180000
DTSTAMP:20261023T182124Z
CREATED:20261023T182124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T182124Z
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SUMMARY:Fairhaven Conservation Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The fa is on Monday\, Oct. 26\, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St.\, with remote access available. \nAgenda items include public hearings on proposed waterfront improvements at 50 Fort St.\, construction at 0 Huttleston Ave.\, and erosion control measures at 1 Calumet Road. Members will also review a proposed masonry wall at 4 Ruth St.\, a permit extension at 36 Charity Stevens Lane\, and wetlands violations involving properties on Mill Road and Huttleston Avenue. \nAdditional business includes a discussion of unpaid conservation penalties and possible enforcement through property tax liens. \nPublic participation is available via Zoom using meeting ID 869 5315 5076 and passcode 633695.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-conservation-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T193000
DTSTAMP:20261020T214153Z
CREATED:20261020T214153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T214153Z
UID:10203249-1792607400-1792611000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Cultural Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Cultural Council will meet Wednesday\, Oct. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St. Remote participation will be available through Zoom. \nAgenda items include preparations for the fiscal 2027 grant cycle\, fundraising and plans for a grant reception and gala. Members will also discuss community outreach and special projects. \nAdditional business includes reports from the chairperson and treasurer\, approval of previous meeting minutes and scheduling future meetings. \nFor Zoom access information and the complete agenda\, visit the town’s website. \n.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-cultural-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T170000
DTSTAMP:20261007T193607Z
CREATED:20261007T185036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T193607Z
UID:10201707-1791993600-1791997200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Ashley School Building Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Ashley School Building Committee will meet Wednesday\, Oct. 14\, from 4 to 5 p.m.\, in a hybrid format. \nAgenda items include approval of the Sept. 30 meeting minutes\, an update on the environmental soils assessment\, and a vote to select a floor plan. \nMembers of the public may attend remotely by Zoom. The meeting ID is 380 917 6415\, and the passcode is schools. \nJoin the Zoom meeting. \nA date for the next meeting has not yet been determined.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/ashley-school-building-committee-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Paul Rodrigues Administration Building\,\, 455 County St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Schools,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T191329Z
CREATED:20261007T191329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T191329Z
UID:10201708-1791986400-1791990000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Joint Transportation Planning Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Transportation Planning Group will hold a hybrid meeting on Wednesday\, Oct. 14\, from 2 to 3 p.m.\n\nJTPG advises the Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization on transportation planning and federal funding priorities. Members recommend transit\, roadway\, bicycle\, and pedestrian projects across the region.\n\nThe group also serves as a public forum for transportation issues and shares updates on funding opportunities\, technical assistance\, and ongoing projects.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/joint-transportation-planning-group-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Town Hall,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T160000
DTSTAMP:20261011T232228Z
CREATED:20261011T232228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T232228Z
UID:10202082-1791907200-1791907200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Mattapoisett River Valley Water District Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The district commission will hold a virtual meeting concerning district business and water supply operations. \nMeeting details and agenda
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mattapoisett-river-valley-water-district-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T153000
DTSTAMP:20261011T231832Z
CREATED:20261011T231832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T231832Z
UID:10202081-1791905400-1791905400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Mattapoisett River Valley Water Supply Protection Advisory Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The advisory committee will hold a virtual meeting concerning water supply protection. \nMeeting details and agenda
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/mattapoisett-river-valley-water-supply-protection-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T090000
DTSTAMP:20261011T225910Z
CREATED:20261011T225910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261011T225910Z
UID:10202080-1791882000-1791882000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Council on Aging meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Council on Aging will meet Tuesday\, Oct. 13 at 9 a.m. at 229 Huttleston Ave. Remote participation is available via Zoom. \n\nView the meeting agenda and Zoom details.\n\n\nThe agenda includes financial reports\, grant funding\, upcoming holiday events\, and seasonal programming.  Also\, a discussion about hiring an elder outreach worker\, a SNAP outreach contract\, and letters of support for Cultural Council grants.\n\n\n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-council-on-aging-meeting/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Council on Aging\, 229 Huttleston Ave\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T203000
DTSTAMP:20261002T163122Z
CREATED:20261002T163122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T163122Z
UID:10201629-1791396000-1791405000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Planning Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Planning Board will meet virtually Wednesday\, Oct. 7\, from 6 to 8:30 p.m.\n\nAgenda\n\nPublic hearings will include continued review of plans for a six-unit\, three-story apartment building at 345 and NS Sawyer St.\, including a request for reduced parking. The board will also continue reviewing the proposed redevelopment of Nashawena Mills at 620 Belleville Ave. into 47 apartments with site improvements and a parking reduction.\n\nNew business includes a request to rezone 30 Brigham St. entirely as Mixed Use Business. The board will also consider a proposed zoning amendment that would prohibit data centers in all zoning districts and a request to reduce required parking by two spaces at 354 to 358 Arnold St. Notice Registry\n\nMembers will also consider adoption of transit-oriented development and form-based code design guidelines\, receive an update on Farland Circle and review subdivision timelines\, approval-not-required updates\, Chapter 91 notices\, the city planner’s update\, and a consolidated Planning Board application form.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-planning-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T090000
DTSTAMP:20261002T162458Z
CREATED:20261002T162458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T162458Z
UID:10201628-1791363600-1791363600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Public Health Excellence Shared Services Regular Collaborative meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative will meet Wednesday\, Oct. 7\, at 9 a.m. via Zoom. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83496656069\nDial-In: (305) 224-1968 Meeting ID: 834 9665 6069 \nAgenda:\nNew business will include updates on kratom ban enforcement and the Massachusetts Community Health Equity Survey. Members will also review Public Health Excellence work plan deliverables and discuss municipal and shared services updates.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/public-health-excellence-shared-services-regular-collaborative-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T152509Z
CREATED:20261002T152509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T152509Z
UID:10201624-1791223200-1791223200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Historical Commission meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Historical Commission will meet remotely on Monday\, Oct. 5\, at 6 p.m.\n\nLink: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84186303403. To participate by phone\, call 646-558-8656 and enter meeting ID 841 8630 3403.\n\nAgenda items include approval of the Sept. 14 meeting minutes and public hearings.\nUnder old business\, the commission will review Case No. 26.18 at 1 Johnny Cake Hill\, Map 53\, Lot 222\, for a certificate of appropriateness for new construction. The agenda also includes a presentation by the New Bedford Whaling Museum.\nat\nCase materials are available on the city’s website.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-historical-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260924T222802Z
CREATED:20260924T222802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T222802Z
UID:10200260-1790704800-1790704800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Board of Health meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Board of Health will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 29\, at 6 p.m. with hybrid participation\, with public access available through Zoom and by telephone.\n\nAgenda items include the board’s regular business.\n\nFor more information\, contact Rosemary Tavares at 508-991-6199.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-board-of-health-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260927T153021Z
CREATED:20260927T153021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T153021Z
UID:10200278-1790701200-1790708400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Cable Advisory Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Cable Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 29\, at 5 p.m.via Zoom. \nAgenda items include a review of previous meeting minutes\, an interview with cable attorney William Solomon\, discussion of interview and licensing plans\, a media director’s report on PEG operations and Channels 97 and 95\, and planning for Fairhaven TV’s annual Haunted Halloween Party on Oct. 30. \nThe committee also will discuss public access membership and other business.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cable-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T143000
DTSTAMP:20260927T151707Z
CREATED:20260927T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T151707Z
UID:10200276-1790605800-1790605800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven School Committee Policy Subcommittee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven School Committee Policy Subcommittee will meet Monday\, Sept. 28\, at 2:30 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes discussion of a draft artificial intelligence policy\, background-check policies ADDA and ADDA-R\, and policy ACL concerning the Protect Act and will conclude with adjournment.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-school-committee-policy-subcommittee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Schools
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260927T150146Z
CREATED:20260927T150146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T150146Z
UID:10200275-1790595000-1790600400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Open Space & Recreation Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Open Space & Recreation Committee will meet Monday\, Sept. 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. . \nThe meeting will be held remotely by Zoom. Participants who want to speak should use the “raise hand” feature and display their full name. Participant cameras will be disabled under Fairhaven TV security protocols. \nJoin the Zoom meeting \nMeeting ID: 857 8392 0496\nPasscode: 011560\nPhone: 1-929-205-6099 \nThe agenda is to be announced.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/open-space-recreation-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T090000
DTSTAMP:20260917T212456Z
CREATED:20260917T212456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T212456Z
UID:10200052-1790326800-1790326800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fall grant round information session/"Meet Me for Coffee"
DESCRIPTION:SouthCoast Community Foundation will hold information sessions for its 2026 Fall Grant Cycle\, covering eligibility\, funding priorities\, application requirements\, and the review process. Prospective applicants can ask questions ahead of the Sept. 28 application deadline. \nSessions are Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at noon\, virtually\, and Friday\, Sept. 25\, at 9 a.m.\, at the SouthCoast Community Foundation\, 35 Union St.\, New Bedford.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fall-grant-round-information-session-meet-me-for-coffee/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Grants,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260918T192927Z
CREATED:20260918T192927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T192927Z
UID:10200074-1790101800-1790101800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Planning Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Planning Board will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 22\, at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St. The meeting also will be available remotely. \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nor call 1-929-205-6099\nMeeting ID: 931 6335 8101\nPasscode: 740257 \nKey agenda items include: \n\nPublic hearing on a proposal to subdivide 37\,968 square feet at 4 Earle St. into two lots\nSpecial permit extension request for 46 Charity Stevens Lane\nProposed 40A changes\, pending legal review\nBattery storage bylaw\nTown planner update on state permitting for solar and battery storage facilities\nState accessory dwelling unit changes\nUse table review\nApproval not required application for 292 Mill Road\n\nAvailable on Fairhaven TV Channel 97 and fairhaventv.com the following day.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-planning-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260917T204910Z
CREATED:20260917T204910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T204910Z
UID:10200049-1790013600-1790013600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:New Bedford Cultural Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The New Bedford Cultural Council will meet Monday\, Sept. 21\, at 6 p.m. via Zoom.\n\nAgenda items include reviewing the August meeting minutes\, discussing the need for a new secretary and treasurer\, and adding new members.\n\nMembers will also discuss an extension request and an update on cutting checks and the business transfer for Gallery Bar.\n\nThe meeting will conclude with an adjournment. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday\, Oct. 19\, at 6:30 p.m.\, via Zoom.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/new-bedford-cultural-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:City Council,Civic Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T164604Z
CREATED:20260911T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T164604Z
UID:10199876-1789477200-1789477200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:SRPEDD Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Massachusetts Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet Tuesday\, Sept. 15\, at 1 p.m. via Zoom. \nAgenda items include: \n* Updates from regional transit authorities and changes to the 2026-2030 Transportation Improvement Program\n* Votes on regional congestion and food access transportation plans\n* Discussion of a regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee\n* Updates on Mansfield’s bicycle and pedestrian plan and evacuation planning exercises \nPublic comment is also scheduled.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/srpedd-southeastern-massachusetts-metropolitan-planning-organization-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260911T160850Z
CREATED:20260911T160850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T160850Z
UID:10199871-1789403400-1789407000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Andrew Romano Select Board Office Hour
DESCRIPTION:Fairhaven Select Board Chair Andrew Romano will hold an office hour on Monday\, Sept. 14\, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Town Hall\, 40 Center St.\n\nResidents can stop by in person or join by Zoom to ask questions or discuss town issues.\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82853592741?pwd=VUFZZ3hVZ0MrU0g2QVcyaHhWZUo1dz09\nZoom meeting ID: 828 5359 2741\nPasscode: 700818\n\n 
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/andrew-romano-select-board-office-hour/
LOCATION:Fairhaven Town Hall\, 40 Center Street\, Fairhaven\, MA\, 02719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Government
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260830T184430Z
CREATED:20260830T184430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T184430Z
UID:10198614-1788955200-1788955200@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Learn to Podcast with New Bedford Cable Network's Public Access Channel (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:New Bedford Cable Network hosts a free podcasting creator lab on Tuesday\, Sept. 9\, at noon via Zoom. Each completed 30-minute podcast will air on New Bedford Public Access Channel 95 and its livestream. A copy will be provided. Topics include podcast formats\, planning\, equipment\, editing\, and publishing. \nThe program is open to New Bedford residents\, nonprofits and businesses. Proof of residency is required. Participants must be 18 or older and attend an in-person session the following week to finish their podcast.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/learn-to-podcast-with-new-bedford-cable-networks-public-access-channel-part-1/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Class,Culture Calendar,Free,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T100000
DTSTAMP:20260828T164354Z
CREATED:20260828T164354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T164354Z
UID:10198112-1788429600-1788429600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Southeastern Region Homeland Security Advisory Council meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Region Homeland Security Advisory Council will meet Thursday\, Sept. 3 at 10 a.m.\, virtually via Zoom\, with an in-person option at 88 Broadway in Taunton. \nThe agenda includes project and fiduciary updates\, proposed bylaw changes\, reports from state and regional agencies\, and updates on cybersecurity\, public health\, public works\, and emergency management. Members will also consider funding for law enforcement equipment. \nAttend via Zoom or call 301-715-8592. The meeting ID is 811 5836 6565\, and the passcode is 183754.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/southeastern-region-homeland-security-advisory-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T180000
DTSTAMP:20260824T203529Z
CREATED:20260824T203529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T203529Z
UID:10197972-1788372000-1788372000@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Special Committee on Environmental Affairs virtual meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs and the Office of Coastal Zone Management will hold a virtual public hearing on Wednesday\, Sept. 2 at 6 p.m. on the proposed New Bedford-Fairhaven Municipal Harbor Plan and Designated Port Area Master Plan. The plan has been submitted to the state for approval.\n\nView the full public hearing notice.\n\nThe public may attend the hearing through Zoom. The meeting ID is 897 4884 7589\, and the passcode is HL35qt.\n\nWritten comments will be accepted through 5 p.m. Tuesday\, Sept. 8. Comments may be emailed to Samuel.haines@mass.gov or mailed to the Office of Coastal Zone Management\, 100 Cambridge St.\, Suite 900\, Boston\, MA 02114\, Attn: Samuel Haines.\n\nThe proposed plan is available on the New Bedford-Fairhaven Municipal Harbor Plan website. Copies may also be requested from Gordon Carr at 508-961-3000 or Gordon.Carr@newbedford-ma.gov.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/special-committee-on-environmental-affairs-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Environment,Town Hall,Zoom meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T090000
DTSTAMP:20260828T162847Z
CREATED:20260828T162730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T162847Z
UID:10198111-1788339600-1788339600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Public Health Excellence Shared Services Collaborative will meet Wednesday\, Sept. 2 at 9 a.m. via Zoom. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83496656069 or call 305-224-1968. The meeting ID is 834 9665 6069. \nThe agenda includes updates on MAVEN contacts\, kratom\, the Massachusetts Community Health Equity Survey\, and municipal and shared services. \nNext meeting is scheduled for Sept. 16 at 9 a.m.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/public-health-excellence-shared-services-collaborative-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Community Town Hall,Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260826T191217Z
CREATED:20260826T191058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T191217Z
UID:10198022-1788285600-1788285600@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is on Tuesday\, Sept. 1 at 6 p.m. \n\n\nJoin the Zoom Meeting\nor call 1-929-205-6099\nMeeting ID: 9411513 7952\nPasscode: 361259 \nAgenda:\n09-01-2026 REVISED\n09-01-2026\nDue to recent security breaches\, Fairhaven TV has implemented a new protocol: the Zoom camera video for all participants is disabled. If participants would like to speak or be recognized\, click  “raise hand” under “reactions”\, and change your name to a full name to be unmuted. Thank you for your cooperation in protecting the integrity of Fairhaven government meetings. \nZoom Accessibility – Frequently Asked Questions
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-zoning-board-of-appeals-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Town Hall,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260826T190026Z
CREATED:20260826T190026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T190026Z
UID:10198020-1788199200-1788202800@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Board of Public Works meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Board of Public Works will meet Monday\, Aug. 31 from 6 to 7 p.m. \nThe meeting will be held remotely by Zoom. Participants who want to speak should use the “raise hand” feature and display their full name. Participant cameras will be disabled under Fairhaven TV security protocols. \nJoin the Zoom meeting \nMeeting ID: 859 9923 4504Passcode: 299208Phone: 1-929-205-6099 \nZoom accessibility information
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/board-of-public-works-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Town Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T185325Z
CREATED:20260826T185325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T185325Z
UID:10198018-1787855400-1787855400@newbedfordlight.org
SUMMARY:Fairhaven Special Bylaw Review Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fairhaven Special Bylaw Review Committee will meet Thursday\, Aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m. \nThe meeting will be held remotely by Zoom and can also be viewed on Channel 97 or FairhavenTV.com. \nParticipants who want to speak should use the “raise hand” feature and display their full name. Participant cameras will be disabled under Fairhaven TV security protocols. \nJoin the Zoom meeting \nMeeting ID: 867 6291 7556\nPasscode: 532688\nPhone: 1-929-205-6099 \nView the agenda.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/fairhaven-special-bylaw-review-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Civic Life,Government,Town Hall
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