16 Things To Do This Weekend (May 12 – May 14)

Rain, rain, rain. Seems to be all we’ve gotten since April. The saying is supposed to be “April Showers Bring May Flowers,” but it’s been modified this year to be “April Showers, Bring May Showers.” Good thing is that the state drought has ended. Friday we started with rain, but should “improve” to just cloudy. Saturday we’ll have some afternoon showers, and Sunday rain and drizzle. At least it’s be mild in terms of temperatures: 55 degrees all three days.

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Friday, May 12th

Misquamicut Springfest 2017 (5:00pm-11:00pm)
The 7th Annual Misquamicut Springfest takes place May 12, 13 and 14 at Misquamicut State Beach. Rides, games, Ferris Wheel, food vendors, arts and craft and commercial vendors. Entertainment, magic shows, fire juggler, stilt walker, non stop music on two stages. Classic Cars. Tickets available at the gate. Parking is free. Kids under 4 free. General admission $8. Rides and food cost extra. You can purchase tickets in advance on eventbrite.com. Headliner Saturday Night under the main tent is Christopher cross. For reserved seating email misquamicut2000@gmail.com.

Mass Audubon’s Bird-a-thon (6:00pm-6:00pm)
Because Nature Needs Our Focus. Each year, people across the state participate in Mass Audubon’s largest fundraiser, Bird-a-thon. At the heart of Bird-a-thon is a competition where teams attempt to see (or hear) the most species of birds in a 24-hour period. Leading up to the event, team members raise money to support Mass Audubon’s wildlife sanctuaries or programs. Bird-a-thon serves as a reminder of the variety and abundance of wildlife that surrounds us and our role in protecting their habitats.

SouthCoast Children’s Theatre presents Seussical the Musical (7:00pm)
There are about 70/75 kids from the Southcoast in this production. In addition, this is the 10th Anniversary show for SouthCoast Children’s Theatre. We are a non profit group servicing all children in grades 1-8 from the entire Southcoast. Keith Middle School.

Live Music: “The Complaints” at the Greasy Luck (9:00pm-12:30am)
Always great live talent at New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.

Saturday, May 13th

American Heart Association-Southern New England’s 2017 Heart Walk at UMass Dartmouth (8:00am-1:00pm)
The region’s most popular heart walk is the American Heart Association’s signature fundraising event, the Heart Walk which features a special “heart and stroke survivor” route and a 3.5-mile walk route and will include free health screenings, entertainment, cardiovascular advice from experts, giveaways, a kids’ zone, and healthy snacks. The Kids Heart Challenge, a ½ mile obstacle course for kids ages 5-12, will also be kicked off after the Heart Walk.

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.

Spring Story & Craft Time (11:00am-12:00pm)
All ages welcome! Join us in the Children’s Room on the first floor as we read fantastic stories, dance to some wacky music, and create adorable crafts. Meets weekly from 11 AM to 12 PM.

New Bedford Antiques Center at Wamsutta Place (11:00am-6:00pm)
Antiques, collectibles, and history all in one place! The Center is home to over 200 dealers and consigners featuring antiques and collectibles from early Americana to Mid-Century to today’s treasures. With specialty stores within the Center which include a flower shoppe boutique, an ephemera store, the cast-iron store and vintage clothing. The Center is also the largest antique consignment venues in the Southcoast Region. So if you have one piece or an estate full of treasures , the Center will preview your items and consign them. The staff has over 100 years of collective knowledge in the antique trade from buying to selling to refinishing to retailing. There are public bathrooms, the center is handicap accessible and, pet-friendly! Phone: (508) 991-8700. Wamsutta Place, 61 Wamsutta St., New Bedford.

Misquamicut Springfest 2017 (11:00am-11:00pm)
The 7th Annual Misquamicut Springfest takes place May 12, 13 and 14 at Misquamicut State Beach. Rides, games, Ferris Wheel, food vendors, arts and craft and commercial vendors. Entertainment, magic shows, fire juggler, stilt walker, non stop music on two stages. Classic Cars. Tickets available at the gate. Parking is free. Kids under 4 free. General admission $8. Rides and food cost extra. You can purchase tickets in advance on eventbrite.com. Headliner Saturday Night under the main tent is Christopher cross. For reserved seating email misquamicut2000@gmail.com.

Taunton Creates Festival (12:00pm-4:00pm)
Taunton Creates! is a free public arts festival hosted each spring by the Downtown Taunton Foundation, a nonprofit organization committed to our neighborhood’s social, cultural, and economic revitalization. This family-friendly event is held annually on a Saturday in May. Performances, exhibits, and activities take place on Taunton Green. Residents and visitors of all ages are invited to stop by to experience this year’s 7th annual Taunton Creates!

SouthCoast Children’s Theatre presents Seussical the Musical (7:00pm)
There are about 70/75 kids from the Southcoast in this production. In addition, this is the 10th Anniversary show for SouthCoast Children’s Theatre. We are a non profit group servicing all children in grades 1-8 from the entire Southcoast. Keith Middle School.

Keigwin + Company (8:00pm)
In honor of Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday, Keigwin + Company will engage audiences with a dynamic program that showcases two of Bernstein’s most iconic works, including “On the Waterfront” and “On the Town – Suite.” Originally commissioned by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the National Symphony Orchestra, Artistic Director Larry Keigwin’s Waterfront & Episodes combine the company’s virtuosity with Keigwin’s keen musicality. In addition, Keigwin + Company looks forward to rounding out the program with audience favorites Love Songs (2006), a romantic and playful series of duets highlighting different aspects of love that unfolds to classics by Aretha Franklin, Roy Orbison, and Nina Simone, and Portraits (2004), intimate solos that highlight Keigwin’s unique ability to showcase each dancer’s strengths and distinct personalities.

Live Music: “Ivory Jones & White Chocolate” at the Greasy Luck (9:00pm-12:30am)
Always great live talent at New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.

Sunday, May 14th

New Bedford Wellness Program For Adults (10:30am)
Qigong with Stephen and Marcia Rath (10:30), Aerobics: Pilates with Joan Davignon (11:00), Nutrition: Everyday Wellness with Dana LLC (Noon), Yoga: Joan Davignon (1:00), Hypnotism: Smoking Cessation with John Barboza (1:00), Mindfulness: Jonathan (2:00), and Open 3 on 3 Basketball (2:00pm). Boys and Girls Club of New Bedford, 166 Jenney St, New Bedford.

Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch at the Greasy Luck (10:30am-12:30pm)
Always great live talent at New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA. Enjoy lunch and Jazz with mom on this special day.

Mom’s Day Brunch by the Vines (11:00am-2:00pm)
Cheers to Mom with a glass of wine in hand while enjoying a day at the vineyard complete with our farm-fresh, locally sourced Mom’s Day Brunch. Enjoy the creations of our Executive Chef Andy Teixiera such as Roasted Farmer’s Vegetables, Chef-Attended made to order eggs, a carving station and more. Plus live music from Grayson Ty!