17 Things To Do This Weekend (Mar 28-Mar 30)

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Weather wise there is good news and bad news. The bad news is that it’s going to rain off and on all through the weekend. Friday will have showers, Saturday will have afternoon rain and Sunday will have more rain. March showers bring…wait….that’s not right. The good news is that it’ll be in the 50s for Friday and Saturday. The coldest day is Sunday and I’m not so sure 41 degrees qualifies as cold. Brisk? Mild? Regardless, this is fantastic weather when you compare it to the Winter we’ve had thus far! If there’s no threat of 10 inches or a blizzard, I’m excited!

As always, click on the title for more or detailed information on the event. Most of the events were pulled from our event calendar  where you can find hundreds of local area events each month. The event calendar is FREE, so if you are a local business, and not taking advantage of FREE publicity, shame on you! Are you a local business and want to sponsor this high traffic, weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details. Have an event to add? Check out our tutorial. For more info, you can click on each title. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!


Friday, March 28th

Painting with a Splash: Beach Date w/ Ann (7:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.

Dixie Swim Club: A Comedy in Two Acts (Marion) (7:30 pm)
How long has it been since you had a good, old-fashioned belly laugh? Then make your reservations now for the Marion Art Center’s production of The Dixie Swim Club, a comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten.

Alfred Hitchcock all weekend long!

The all female production in two acts is directed by Rex McGraw and features Marion Art Center Players Suzie Kokkins, Suzy Taylor, Michele Letourneau, Kim Teves and Linda Landry.

Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps.” (8:00 pm)
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 50 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of only five!), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance!

Your Theatre: 12 Angry Men (8:00 pm)
Set in the late 50’s, 12 men retire to a jury room to consider the fate of a 16 year old accused of murdering his father. If found guilty he will receive a mandatory death sentence. A compelling drama of a jury’s murder trial deliberations. Tickets $15, $13 senior, students and military.


Saturday, March 28th

3rd Annual A.T.A. Basketball Tournament and Scholarship Fundraiser; Yard Sale & Raffle (Acushnet) (9:00 am-1:00 pm)
Raffle items include handmade jewelry sets, beach tote filled with summer must-haves, Vera Bradley Garden Accessories set, children’s books gift pail, set of jazz CDs, New England Coffee Gift Basket, rose bushes from Roseland Nursery, gift certificates to Papa Gino’s, Rose Alley, Bed Bath and Beyond…At Ford Middle School.

FREE Baseball Clinic (Fall River) (9:00 am -11:00 am)
Bristol County District Attorney Sam Sutter’s office will conduct a free baseball clinic for Fall River youth. The clinic marks the 65th free youth sports clinic offered by District Attorney Sutter since the program’s launch in 2007. More than 4,500 total youth have been served. The program itself is managed by former Boston Red Sox pitcher and Dartmouth native, Brian Rose. In addition to managing his own baseball company, Rose works for the District Attorney’s Office in its Community Affairs Division acting as Volunteer Coordinator, Free Youth Sports Clinic Director, and Neighborhood Liaison. Durfee High School, located at 360 Elsbree Street in Fall River. Participation is open to both boys and girls in grades 2-8.

Vernal Pool Workshop and Walk (Westport) (4:00-6:00 pm)
Vernal Pool Workshop and Walk at Stone Barn Farm. Participants are recommended to wear rubber boots and bring a flashlight For more information and for a full list of activities or click on event title. 786 Horseneck Road, Westport.

Harlem Globetrotters (Providence) (7:30pm)
The world famous Harlem Globetrotters have been thrilling families and millions of fans for 88 years, all the while innovating the game in exciting new ways. Last year, the Globetrotters did something unparalleled in the history of sports and entertainment, letting fans vote on new rules to be used in actual games. It was so much fun, they are doing it again, and there are cool new rules to choose from!

Work on your Baseball chops in preparation for some serious playing this season!

Dixie Swim Club: A Comedy in Two Acts (Marion) (7:30 pm)
How long has it been since you had a good, old-fashioned belly laugh? Then make your reservations now for the Marion Art Center’s production of The Dixie Swim Club, a comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. The all female production in two acts is directed by Rex McGraw and features Marion Art Center Players Suzie Kokkins, Suzy Taylor, Michele Letourneau, Kim Teves and Linda Landry.

Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps.” (8:00 pm)
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 50 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of only five!), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance!

Your Theatre: 12 Angry Men (8:00 pm)
Set in the late 50’s, 12 men retire to a jury room to consider the fate of a 16 year old accused of murdering his father. If found guilty he will receive a mandatory death sentence. A compelling drama of a jury’s murder trial deliberations. Tickets $15, $13 senior, students and military.

Painting with a Splash: The Lion Walks & Vincent Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” w/ Ann (3:00 & 7:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.


Sunday, March 29th

Forever Paws’ Ladies Spring Fling (Fall River) (12:00 pm-5:00 pm)
For the 5th year in a row, Forever Paws Animal Shelter will host a day of fun festivities to raise money for a noble cause — helping homeless cats and dogs. This event will be a day of massages, nails, eyebrow threading, Angel card readings, Reiki and many other fun services for women. Vendors such as Red Velvet Florist, KG Krafts, Jorge’s Creations, Casey Candle Co. and more. There will also be vendors such as Lia Sophia, Avon, Arbonne, and many more. Doors at 11:30 a.m. Admission $2. Fall River Country Club, 4232 N. Main St.

Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps.” (2:00 pm)
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 50 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of only five!), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance!

Paint this exact (or close) painting at Painting With A Splash!

Your Theatre: 12 Angry Men (2:00 pm)
Set in the late 50’s, 12 men retire to a jury room to consider the fate of a 16 year old accused of murdering his father. If found guilty he will receive a mandatory death sentence. A compelling drama of a jury’s murder trial deliberations. Tickets $15, $13 senior, students and military.

Dixie Swim Club: A Comedy in Two Acts (Marion) (2:00 pm)
How long has it been since you had a good, old-fashioned belly laugh? Then make your reservations now for the Marion Art Center’s production of The Dixie Swim Club, a comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. The all female production in two acts is directed by Rex McGraw and features Marion Art Center Players Suzie Kokkins, Suzy Taylor, Michele Letourneau, Kim Teves and Linda Landry.

Painting with a Splash: Tulips: It’s Spring! w/ Ann (2:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.


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About Michael Silvia

Served 20 years in the United States Air Force. Owner of New Bedford Guide.

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