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The weekend’s weather, can be described as pleasantly mild. Neither hot, nor cold. The largest chance for rain is 20% on Friday, but it will be almost 70 degrees. Another great weekend for activities.
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Friday, October 18th
Whales, Tales and Sails Story Hour (10:00 a.m.)
Moms, dads and caregivers seeking free, engaging activities for their young children should check out this event: the return of Whales, Tales and Sails, a free, one-hour story hour each Friday morning through October at 10:00 AM. The weekly event features professional storytellers Jackson Gillman and Karen Chace, and includes stories, fingerplay, songs, music, crafts and free play at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park’s Corson Maritime Learning Center. This activity is geared for children ages 0-5. The center is located at 33 William Street in downtown New Bedford.
5th Annual Gleason Family YMCA Wine and Beer Tasting (Marion) (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
Entertainment includes Tarot Card and Tea Leaf Readers, music and more. Costumes are optional but encouraged. Tickets are $50 advance and $55 at the door. At Marion Music Hall. For information or tickets click on event title.
Boo at the Zoo (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
There’s enough thrills and chills for everyone at Boo at the Zoo! Check out all the frights and sights this October! Join the Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun! Rides are now included in the price. Climb aboard for a spoooooky train ride or take a bewitching carousel ride! Activities and slightly scary fun for all ages! Walk through the Witches’ Lair or go through the hay maze. Looking for something a little less merry and a little more scary? Dare to walk the Haunted Trail (Ages 12+)!
Dock-U-Mentaries Film Series: “The Salt of the Sea” (POSTPONED) (7:00 p.m.)
When passion for fishing intersects with the power of politics, a century’s old way of life is at stake. Producer Tom Garber captures the unique personalities, politics, and dangers of groundfishing in New England in this 2012 documentary. Salt of the Sea provides a rare look at what happens when independent traditions clash with bureaucracy and corruption. For more detailed info, click on the event title. UPDATE: POSTPONED DUE TO GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN!
Saturday,October 19th
New Bedford Whaling Museum’s 37th Whaling History Symposium (9:00-4:00 pm)
The New Bedford Whaling Museum is pleased to announce the program for its 37th Whaling History Symposium, to be held at the Museum on Saturday, October 19 and Sunday, October 20, 2013. The Whaling History Symposium, first established in 1975, brings scholars, collectors, armchair historians, and interested nautical enthusiasts to New Bedford from all over the country and abroad, to share interests in maritime history, nautical lore, and the many intriguing facets of whaling heritage worldwide. This time around, our own Home Port is the focus which, backed by sumptuous new exhibitions at the Museum, we find timely and compelling.
Silverbrook Farm Harvest Festival (Acushnet) (10:00 am)
Horse drawn & tractor rides, Mother Goose Story Time, Pumpkin Painting, Barrel Rides, Pony Rides, face painting, and a whole lot more! Every weekend through October! Saturday AND Sunday!
Westport Lions Ninth Annual Arts and Crafts Show: Day 1 (Westport) (10:00-4:00 pm)
Westport Lions sponsors its Ninth Annual Arts and Crafts Show. Door prizes, food, raffles and more among the numerous crafters and artisans showcasing their wares at the fair. Region: Westport. Phone: (508) 636-5426.
South Coast Slam: Freestyle Motorcycle Show (Fairhaven, MA) (10:00-2:00 pm)
Fan of motorcycles? This Saturday is the South Coast Slam, a motorcycle show to benefit the Salvation Army featuring riders from Northeast Chill and a special music performance by Christina Rivera. Children welcome! Admission $10 per person, includes a light lunch. For more information, call 508-997-6561.
King Richard’s Faire – Last Chance! (Carver) (10:30 am-6:00 am)
“Entertainment, exciting rides and skilled games abound on the enchanting 80-acre site of King Richard’s Faire. Hundreds of talented entertainers perform non-stop throughout the day. Visit any of our eight vibrant stages and be enthralled by acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, minstrels, dancers, fire eaters, puppeteers and exotic tigers. Enjoy our beautiful white lion and cute tiger cubs.” Runs through October 20th.
Westport Rivers Hayrides (Middleboro, MA) (12:00 pm-4:30 pm)
Hayrides are back and taking place Saturdays noon-4:30 p.m. Ride time is approximately 30 minutes, weather permitting. $5 per person, children under two free. (508) 636-3423.
Boo at the Zoo (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
There’s enough thrills and chills for everyone at Boo at the Zoo! Check out all the frights and sights this October! Join the Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun! Rides are now included in the price. Climb aboard for a spoooooky train ride or take a bewitching carousel ride! Activities and slightly scary fun for all ages! Walk through the Witches’ Lair or go through the hay maze. Looking for something a little less merry and a little more scary? Dare to walk the Haunted Trail Ages 12+!
Sunday, October 20th
Silverbrook Farm Harvest Festival (Acushnet) (10:00 am)
Horse drawn & tractor rides, Mother Goose Story Time, Pumpkin Painting, Barrel Rides, Pony Rides, face painting, and a whole lot more! Every weekend through October! Saturday AND Sunday!
Westport Lions Ninth Annual Arts and Crafts Show: Day 2 (Westport) (10:00-4:00 pm)
Westport Lions sponsors its Ninth Annual Arts and Crafts Show. Door prizes, food, raffles and more among the numerous crafters and artisans showcasing their wares at the fair. Region: Westport. Phone: (508) 636-5426.
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch (12:00-3:00 pm)
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church is having its first pumpkin patch! Swing by and buy a pumpkin from through October 28th. Grown on Navajo tribal land near Farmington, N.M. Proceeds to benefit the Pumpkin Patch and Navajo Agricultural Products Industry and to sponsor Laetitia, a school girl in Rwanda. Sales sponsored by United Methodist Women. For more information, call (508) 993-0614 or click on event title.
Boo at the Zoo (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
There’s enough thrills and chills for everyone at Boo at the Zoo! Check out all the frights and sights this October! Join the Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun! Rides are now included in the price. Climb aboard for a spoooooky train ride or take a bewitching carousel ride! Activities and slightly scary fun for all ages! Walk through the Witches’ Lair or go through the hay maze. Looking for something a little less merry and a little more scary? Dare to walk the Haunted Trail (Ages 12+)!
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