16 Things To Do This Weekend (March 9 – March 10)

A pretty darn fantastic weekend is ahead for us. While the mornings are normal for winter – below freezing – the days will warm up into the 40s. Snow? Nope. Rain? Nope. Plenty of sunshine and a little bit of the wind that we’ve been getting these past few weeks on Saturday. Otherwise, if you’ve been itching to get outdoors, walk a trail, go for a hike, or just get out – this is the weekend to do it!

As always, click on the title for more or detailed information on the event. Most of the events were pulled from our event calendar where you can find hundreds of local area events each month. The event calendar is FREE, so if you are a local business, and not taking advantage of FREE publicity, shame on you! Are you a local business and want to sponsor this high traffic, weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details. Have an event to add? Add it here. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!

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Friday, March 9th

Southeastern Massachusetts Real Estate Show – Episode 2 (4:00pm-5:00pm)
Join Paul Chasse for the Southeastern Massachusetts Real Estate Show. The show will feature local market statistics for the cities/towns from Westport to Seekonk, along with other topics such as “8 home inspection red flags”. We will also conclude Part 2 of a Series on Student Loan Debt and the home buying process.

Tune in to watch Paul Chasse and his guest, Steve Medeiros, a Broker with Keller Williams Realty, on Friday, March 9th at 4:00pm, for a fast-paced, 1-hour show filled with real estate news and information! Catch the Southeastern Massachusetts Real Estate Show on New Bedford Guide’s Facebook page every Friday at 4pm.

NBG Real Estate Show w/ Paul Chasse!

Southeastern Massachusetts Real Estate Show – Episode 1 (4:00pm–5:00pm)
Join Paul Chasse, CEO of the REALTOR® Association of Southeastern Massachusetts, for the first edition of the Southeastern Massachusetts Real Estate Show. Paul will feature local market statistics for the cities/towns from Onset to New Bedford, along with information on other topics such as selling, buying, investing and financing. Tune into New Bedford Guide’s Facebook page on Friday, March 2nd at 4:00pm, for a fast-paced, 1-hour show filled with real estate news and hot topics!

Singer-Songwriter Seth Glier in Concert at Wamsutta Club (6:30pm–8:30pm)
Seth Glier brings his passionate songs, extraordinary singing and powerful command of both piano and guitar to the Music in the Gallery concert series on Friday, March 9, 2018 at 7:30 PM in the beautiful James Arnold Mansion, which houses the Wamsutta Club, 427 County Street (at the corner of Union Street), New Bedford, MA. For this concert Seth will be performing with veteran musician Joe Nerney on harmonica, saxophone and harmony vocals. Music in the Gallery is presented by the Music Directors of the New Bedford Folk Festival. Music in the Gallery concerts are open to the general public. All are welcome to this lovely, unique music experience.

Wild Nights Party Band at PUB6T5 (8:00pm-11:45pm)
Are you in search for a fun and entertaining time? Look no further “Wild Nites Entertainment”! Wild Nites Party Band offers everything from an acoustic duo to a 5 piece band and up to a full 7 piece horn band featuring “the C&B Horns.” Pub 6T5, 736 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford.

Redneck Porch at The Bar (10:00pm-1:00am)
When a couple of friends get together from different styles of music and decide to play country, rock and oldies, you know its going to be one helluva Party! The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.

Saturday, March 10th

New Bedford Wellness Walk w/ a Doc (Dartmouth Mall) (9:00am)
This Saturday at the walk, we will be talking nutrition for #nationalnutritionmonth with a chance for a gift card to Destination Soup. We meet 9 am near the theaters. #foodismedicine #LoveYourHeartNB.

Attic Treasures Sale (Freetown) (9:00am-2:00pm)
“Attic Treasures Sale” w/ FREE Admission, continental breakfast and delicious lunch will be served! Sponsored by St. John Neumann Women’s Guild to be held at St. John Neumann Parish Hall next to Cathedral Camp. On Rt. 18 – Middleboro Road in East Freetown, Mass. Take Chace Road exit off of Route 140. Wheelchair accessible.

Z’s FREE showing of the classic “Wizard of Oz.”

Mattapoisett Public Library Book Sale (10:00am-1:00pm)
The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library Monthly Book Sale – stop in to browse the great selection and buy a “Bag of Books” for $15! The Friends wish to thank the many donors who keep the library supplied with quality book donations. Book sale proceeds enable the Friends to sponsor many of the special programs offered at the library and to make special purchases of books, museum passes, equipment, etc. Book donations are accepted at the library circulation desk during regular library hours. 7 Barstow Street.

Main Library’s Children’s Room Family Story Time (11:00am-12:00pm)
Please join us at the Main Library’s Children’s Room every Saturday at 11am for story time and crafts! Hope to see you there! New Bedford Free Public Library, 613 Pleasant St., New Bedford.

Thirteenth Annual Cape Cod Saint Patrick’s Parade (11:00am-2:00pm)
The 2018 parade marks our 13th anniversary, and from humble beginning to today, we have been blessed with growth, achievement and support. There are many people to thank, and first and foremost the parade committee would like to thank our corporate sponsors and every single small business that borrows from a pool of meager funds and gives to the parade to help ensure its success. We would like to thank the Town of Yarmouth for their support. The Tourism Pres­ervation Fund has continued to support this effort to bring many spectators to the Mid-Cape area who, without this parade, may not find themselves on Cape Cod in March. Yarmouth Port, MA

Mayor’s Movie: “The Wizard of Oz” at the Z (2:00pm)
Join us for a free screening of The Wizard of Oz, widely considered to be one of the greatest films in cinema history, as part of Mayor Mitchell’s Movie Series.

When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog Toto are whisked away to the magical land of Oz. They embark on a journey to the Yellow Brick Road to meet the Wizard, and en route, they meet a Scarecrow that needs a brain, a Tin Man missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion who wants courage. Relive the magic of this classic movie, full of memorable characters and songs!

Have a good time for a good cause!

“Onset Beach Bonfire (5:00pm-7:00pm)
Hot chocolate available on site! Please bring a non-perishable food donation for Damien’s Food Pantry. Please be aware that weather is still a factor for this event. High winds and rain will determine the outcome. Thanks for your understanding! Thanks in advance to the Gateway Treasure Hunters Club for coming out the next day to clean up any nails and debris! For more info onsetvillage@gmail.com

“Wild, Wild, Woodcock Walk (5:15pm-6:30pm)
As the snow melts away and the first traces of greenery return to the woods of New England, our breeding birds begin the courtship process. No bird is better to ring in the breeding season than the American Woodcock! Join us as we witness their courtship ritual at dusk. This program is for adults and cost is $10/member and $12/non-member. Preregistration is required. Mass Audubon’s Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, 1280 Horseneck Rd, Westport.

Absolute Band at Pub 6T5 (8:45pm-11:45pm)
Pub 6T5 Presents Absolute Band! Live Music Entertainment! Pub 6T5, 736 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford.

G’old “Rush” – The Ultimate Rush Cover Band at The Bar (9:00pm)
G”old Rush is the ultimate Rush tribute band. Members are Elliott Rogers, Wayne Farias and Gillie Joeseph Rezendes III. The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.

Sunday, March 11th

FREE Guided Bird Walk (8:00am-10:00am)
Grab your binoculars and join our birding experts out on the trails. In the serene natural landscape at NBS, you will count up as many bird species as you can while also keeping an eye out for non-flying wildlife. All birding levels welcome. No registration required, meet in the parking lot at 8 a.m. Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 3rd Beach Rd., Middletown, RI.

Exercise body, mind and spirit!

FREE Sunday Adult Wellness Programming (9:00am-1:30pm)
Free Adult Wellness Programming for All Levels of Fitness! Open to the Public! 9:00am: Fitness – Barre, and Massage, 10:00am: Zumba and Mindfulness, 10:30am: Yoga, 11:30am: Qigong, 12:30pm: Nutrition. Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford, 166 Jenney St., New Bedford.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo at the Z (7:00pm)
This incredible ensemble has warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide for more than 50 years, winning their fifth GRAMMY in 2018! With joyous and uplifting musical voices in a cappella style, Ladysmith Black Mambazo combine the complex rhythms and harmonies of their Zulu traditions to the sounds and sentiments of gospel music. They have recorded with stellar artists from around the world, including Stevie Wonder, Dolly Parton, Josh Groban, Melissa Etheridge and Paul Simon, who said, “It isn’t merely the grace and power of their dancing or the beauty of their singing that rivets the attention, but the sheer joy and love that emanates from their being.”

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