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After a rainy, windy and frigid Thursday brought by a blizzard that we only got the edges of we are going to have a rather pleasant weekend. Compared to other parts of New England and Massachusetts which got as much as 18 inches of snow, we got off very lightly. Now that the storm has passed, we’ll be getting plenty of sunshine all weekend. Overnights and mornings will be typically chilly for this time of year. However, daytime temperatures will reach as high a 47 degrees, so altogether a rather decent weekend conducive to taking advantage of all the things going on in greater New Bedford and beyond.
Lastly, a piece of very important advice in light of recent sad news: beware of carbon monoxide when running heaters and please take precautions.
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Saturday, December 31st
Oxford Book Haven & Cafe Book Sale (Fairhaven) (9:00am-1:00pm)
We have a large selection of books–most are 50 cents. We currently have a special section for our DOLLAR- A-BAG-BOOK SALE. Coffee, tea, soda and home-made coffee breads are available. We welcome anyone to join us in working on our puzzle. Computers and WiFi is available to the public. 357 Main Street, Fairhaven.
Happy Hosta at Haskell Public Gardens (10:00am-3:00pm)
The shop will feature local nature-inspired artisans mastering in painting, stained glass, pottery, sculpture, and more. Along with unique gifts, the Happy Hosta will feature wreaths, plants, and must-have garden tools for your favorite gardener. 777-787 Shawmut Avenue, New Bedford.
Brix Restaurant New Years Eve @ Newport Vineyards (4:00pm-11:00pm)
Ring in the New Year fireside with Executive Chef Andy Teixeira’s 5-course menu, complete with optional wine pairings. $100 with wine pairings, $80 without wine pairings (tax + gratuity additional). Served in addition to Brix Restaurant regular dinner menu. Please call for reservations at 401.848.5161, ext. 2.
New Year’s Eve Bash at White’s of Westport (6:30pm)
1 Location – 2 Great Parties to ring in 2017! New year’s Eve DJ Bash – A casual, let-loose kind of New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring GS DJs & Lighting or “Image Band” live on stage: Image covers a wide variety of music including Top 40 dance, Motown, old school disco, country, and a variety of ballads and standards. Both events feature White’s sensational prime rib buffet, hats, noisemakers, champagne toast, and Post-Midnight Chinese Buffet for $65 per person. Please call White’s of Westport for more information and for reservations: 508-675-7185.
Comedy Explosion (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Celebrate New Year’s all weekend long with events at White’s of Westport! On Friday, Dec. 30, enjoy Comedy Explosion – featuring an “All You Can Eat – All You Can Laugh” Italian Buffet and the area’s hottest comics! $35 per person includes dinner, show, tax and house fee (not gratuity). Call White’s of Westport for reservations at 508-675-7185. See other New Year’s Weekend Events on White’s of Westport’s Facebook Page including their New Year’s Eve Bash and New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch!
Waterfront Grill New Year’s Eve Celebration (8:00pm-12:00am)
It’s almost 2017! Bring in the New Year with one of the best views in the city! Not to mention the delicious New Years Eve Menu! Call today to make your reservation! (509)997-7010. 36 Homers Wharf, New Bedford, Massachusetts.
New Year’s Eve Community Dance (8:00pm-12:00am)
This free New Year’s Eve community dance will go from 8 p.m. to midnight with a break for refreshments. The dance is hosted by the Sunday Night Jammers, a group of area musicians who meet regularly on Sunday evenings at Goff Hall to play Celtic music. The dance features contra dance steps and a variety of international and couple dances, such as polkas and waltzes. Beginners welcome, partners not necessary. For information: Bobolinkelliott@yahoo.com; 774-644-1369; contradancelinks.com/jammers.html.
Sunday, January 1st
Fort Phoenix Polar Plunge (10:00am)-11:00am
Come start off the new year with a dash into the ocean! Challenge your family and friends to come out and plunge in remembrance of the victims of domestic violence. A donation of $25 buys a long sleeve T-shirt. Shirts will be available on a first come, first served basis. You can choose whether or not you jump in. Registration and t-shirts can be purchased at the Plunge from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Checks can be made payable to: Fairhaven Dollars for Scholars. Please note on check: Ft. Phoenix Polar Plunge. For more information, call Kathy Lopes at 508-991-2194 or Sherry Lopes at 508-951-2147.
New Years Day Alternative 2017 (11:00am-6:00pm)
Come celebrate the New Year with us at the Center…Bring your family and relax with some antiquing and great company ! refreshments and musical entertainment and FREE admission to the Museum of Glass. New Bedford Antiques Center, 61 Wamsutta St., New Bedford, MA. Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1803060083282827/.
Live entertainment at St. John’s Athletic Club (9:00pm)
MUSIC: Live entertainment on Saturdays at St. John’s Athletic Club (Bar Side), 1365 Rodman St. Fall River, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., no cover; kitchen open until 9 p.m. For more information, call 508-672-9175. St John’s Athletic Club, 1365 Rodman Street, Fall River, MA.
