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Get a load of these temperatures! Days where we won’t go below freezing, in spite of the fact that it’s the dead of Winter?! Sure, we’ll take it! Sure, the nights will drop drop below freezing, but that’s an excuse to curl up with a loved one or a good book near the fireplace, or if you are like me and don’t have one, in front of the “Fireplace For Your Home” on Netflix. No snow is forecasted though we may get some drizzle on Saturday and some morning showers on Sunday. Good news is a hoodie or your thermals will be all you need to head out and some stuff!
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Friday, January 31st
Winter Fun Fridays (9:00 am-11:00 am)
Get out of the house and join the education staff in the warm classroom as we have fun and learn with unstructured play. Each Friday will have a different focus. Winter Fun Fridays are for preschoolers and their favorite adult. Feel free to drop in anytime and stay as long as you like. Pre-registration is not required for this program.
South Coast Chamber Music Society (Marion) (5:00 pm)
Presents Viola, Piano and Oboe concert at St. Gabriel’s Church, 124 Front St. Marion. Vaughan Williams: Romance for Viola and Piano, Charles Loeffler: Two Rhapsodies for Oboe, Viola and Piano, Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 no. 2 “The Tempest”, Benjamin Dale: Suite for Viola and Piano in D Major, Op. 2.
Scrabble and Chess (7:00 pm-9:00 pm)
Want to test your vocabulary or have a game of wits? Monthly Scrabble Night, now with the addition of chess. Beginners to experienced players welcome. FREE. Phone: (508) 996-1498. Pilgrim United Church of Christ Home, Purchase and School streets, New Bedford, MA.
Kool Kids After School program (Fairhaven) (2:30-5:30 pm)
Includes homework time, computer activities and various sports and games, transportation from all Fairhaven schools, including on early release days. Phone: (508) 993-9269. Fairhaven Recreation Center at 227 Huttleston Ave.
Saturday, February 1st
9th Annual Race Up Boston Place (Boston) (7:15 am)
Step up to the 2014 Race Up Boston Place! The stair climb is for just about anyone: from your everyday athlete to couch potatoes looking to get in shape. Together we will fight to improve lung health one stair at a time! So please join the ALA this February because we want YOU to experience the climb of your life and help us fight for air. One Boston Place, 201 Washington St. Phone: 781-890-4262.
“America’s Got Talent” Auditions (Providence) (8:00 am-7:00 pm)
Got some talent you want to show off? The NBC reality show “America’s Got Talent” will be holding auditions at the Rhode Island Civic Center on a first-come, first-serve basis.
These are NOT in front of the celebrity judges. You will have a minute and a half. You can pre-register online by clicking on the event title, though it’s not mandatory.
Free Krav Maga Self Defense Class (9:00 am-10:00 am)
Krav Maga Boston South Coast will be conducting a free introductory class. This is a great opportunity to experience the most realistic self defense system available. Whether you’re looking to gain a valuable tool to keep yourself safe, or looking to switch up your current work out regimen, this class is for you. This class is open to men and women and no martial arts experience is necessary to train. During this class you will learn basic strikes such as punches, elbows, knees and kicks, as well as a basic choke defense.
Experience New England’s first Krav Maga organization that has trained civilians, as well as local, state and federal law enforcement officers, and local professional athletes. Space is limited to twenty students. Contact us at (508) 259-1592 to guarantee your spot.
Groundhog Day Hike (Dartmouth) (10:00 am-11:30 am)
Will the groundhog see his shadow? Is spring just around the corner? Become a groundhog, look for your shadow and search for signs of these elusive creatures. Throughout this 90-minute hike full of games and activities you will find out where a groundhog lives, learn how a groundhog whistles and discover why we celebrate Groundhog Day! Pre-register online, or call the Center’s Event line at 508-558-2918. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please call Jen at 508-990-0505 x 14, or email jen@lloydcenter.org. Lloyd Center For the Environment. $5 members and $15 for member families, $7 for individuals and $21 for families. Space limited to 15.
South Coast Chamber Music Society (Marion) (4:00 pm)
Presents Viola and Piano and Oboe concert at Grace Church, 422 County St. New Bedford. Reception to be held at Wamsutta Club. Vaughan Williams: Romance for Viola and Piano, Charles Loeffler: Two Rhapsodies for Oboe, Viola and Piano, Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 17 in D Minor, Op. 31 no. 2 “The Tempest”, Benjamin Dale: Suite for Viola and Piano in D Major, Op. 2.
Sunday, February 2nd
Greater New Bedford Track Club: Sunday Striders (8:00 am)
Sunday Striders, weekly training runs starting at 8 a.m. on Sundays. All levels of ability welcome; non-members are encouraged to join group. Marathon training continues. Phone: (508) 994-7209. Buttonwood Senior Center, 1 Oneida St.
4th Annual Souper Bowl Fundraiser (12:00 pm-1:00 pm)
$7.50 suggested donation gets you two samples of soup and one bowl from that which you sampled! Soups this year are donated by Destination Soups, Shawmut Diner, Tia Maria’s, Cork, Wine and Tappas, Rose Alley Ale House, Voc. Tech School and Pub 6. Vote for the best soup! Bring your change to change lives, dollar bills, checks and credit card donations accepted also. Live Music! Take Homes will be available!
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