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A mild weekend in terms of temperatures is ahead. We’ll reach as high as 50 degrees at one point on Sunday. Overnights will be rather brisk and go below freezing or near it. Great for cuddling up with the special someone. Days will warm up make letting you hit the outdoors. Saturday will have some precipitation and be rather windy, so you’ll have to break out the hoodies.
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Friday, March 31st
“Shirely Valentine” at 2nd Story Theater (7:30pm-9:30pm)
Willy Russel’s one-woman tour de force, an unfulfilled housewife fixes dinner while ruminating on her husband, her children, her life and, most importantly, her unannounced Greek holiday — a trip that leads to a life-changing romantic tryst and a mid-life fork in the road. With every tentative step, the audience is taken along for the ride as Shirley journeys toward self-confidence, self-discovery and, finally, liberation. 2nd Story Theatre, 28 Market Street, Warren, RI.
Live Music: “Red-Handed” at the Greasy Luck (9:30pm-12:30am)
Bringing you hits from all generations, from Michael Jackson- James Brown- Whitney Houston-Journey-Madonna and Aerosmith, to Jessie J-Bruno Mars- Maroon 5 and Ariana Grande to name a few, there isn’t much they wont do! Come see for yourself and let Red Handed be your new go to band for a night full of dancing and memories to last a lifetime! At New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.
Saturday, April 1st
South Coast Game Fest Features Two Days Of Gaming For All Ages (8:00am-5:00pm)
Experience the SouthCoast’s first gamer fest, a two-day celebration of play that’s slated for April 1 and 2 at Mastermind Adventures. The South Coast Game Fest is a chance for gamers of all ages, to turn off their phones and interact face-to-face for two days of fun! Takes place at 262 Swansea Mall Drive #639, Swansea, Massachusetts (Swansea Mall).
Book Sale for Charity (8:30am-2:00pm)
All proceeds go to the American Heart Association. Thousands of fiction and nonfiction books, movies and CDs. Bring your friends. Bishop Stang High School, 500 Slocum Road, Dartmouth, MA.
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.
25th Annual Penny Sale (5:00pm-9:00pm)
An evening of fun and prizes to benefit HFHN! Continuous raffles throughout the event. Also include…MEGA RAFFLE, Gift Baskets, Quality Prizes, Craft Table, Children’s Table, Kitchen (D&D Catering), Gift Certificates, Children’s Play Room. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Holy Name of the Sacred Heart Center, 121 Mt. Pleasant Street, New Bedford.
Stand Up For Women (7:00pm-10:00pm)
Stand Up For Women is a fun and laughter filled fundraiser offering entertainment by nationally recognized comedians Kerri Louise and Carolyn Plummer. Kerri, a finalist on Last Comic Standing and the star of her own reality show on the Women’s Entertainment Network, can entertain any audience with her warmth and razor-edge wit. While Carolyn, putting a nail through the hearts of whiners, self loathers and the self sorry of the world, makes the average seem hilarious and larger than life. Join hundreds of the attendees for an evening of delicious food and drinks, exciting silent auction, raffle, and roaring laughs. Seaport Inn & Marina, 110 Middle St., Fairhaven.
April Fool’s “Barrel Of Laughs” (8:00pm-10:00pm)
An evening of wine and a barrel of laughs as host and comedian Jeremy Furtado welcomes comedians from around the region and headliner Greg Stone. Regarded by his peers as one of the funniest storytellers in New York, Greg is a fixture at many of Manhattan’s top comedy clubs and independent shows, where he shares true stories of the highs and lows caused by his lack of inhibition. Newport Vineyards, 909 E Main Rd., Middletown, RI.
DJ Saucy Lady & U- Key at the Greasy Luck (9:30pm-12:30am)
Originally from Japan with a bi-cultural background, this Boston-based singer, song-writer, and DJ is known to her peers as the “Beantown Disco Queen”. Saucy Lady, a character with an attitude of confidence and sensuality, she represents in her music what we’ve all admired about the disco era. Disco, Jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, Bossa Nova, Latin, Afrobeat, Dance, House. New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.
Sunday, April 2nd
South Coast Game Fest Features Two Days Of Gaming For All Ages (8:00am-5:00pm)
Experience the SouthCoast’s first gamer fest, a two-day celebration of play that’s slated for April 1 and 2 at Mastermind Adventures. The South Coast Game Fest is a chance for gamers of all ages, to turn off their phones and interact face-to-face for two days of fun! Takes place at 262 Swansea Mall Drive #639, Swansea, Massachusetts (Swansea Mall).
Jazz Brunch w/ Christine Fawson at the Greasy Luck (10:30am-2:30pm)
Enjoy some relaxing live jazz and a buffet style lunch at one of New Bedford’s hottest spots: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.
New Bedford Wellness Program For Adults (11:00am-3:00pm)
Special NB Well Sunday: “Sense of Peace” with Qigong, massage, nutrition, yoga, and sound healing. Peace in ourselves, peace in our world.
Easter Mini Sessions with Miss Z Photography (12:00pm-6:00pm)
Easter Mini Sessions are Here! 20 minute session, 3 high resolution digital images with print release, and special rate for additional purchase. Slots available from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Click here to reserve your time slot: http://misszphotography.com/easter-mini-session/. Miss Z Photography, 227 Union St. Suite 412, New Bedford.
Ben-Hur: Silent Movie at St. Anthony of Padua Church (4:30pm-6:30pm)
A special event Dinner and a Movie, with Organist Peter Krasinski, silent film specialist, will accompany the classic film, BEN HUR. A late afternoon church dinner will be served prior to the movie screening. Dinner is optional and will be served at 3pm for $10. The movie starts at 4:30 with tickets at $15. Both tickets can be ordered by mail, or by PayPal on our website www.musicatsaintanthonys.org, or by calling Gisele at 508-264-8010. St. Anthony of Padua Church, 1359 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford.
