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The good news about this weekend? We aren’t getting impacted by Hurricane Matthew which is currently wavering between Category 3 and Category 4. The bad news? There is none! There is only good news this weekend! We’ll have a very pleasant 3 days in terms of temperature: between 64 and 74 degrees all weekend. That means for those of you who run “hot,” you can wear a t-shirt and the rest can wear a flannel or sweatshirt. Overnight temperatures will be between 44-55 degrees, so not “cold” exactly, just brisk. You now have an excuse to cuddle.
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!
Friday, October 14th
Boo At The Zoo (6:00pm-9:00pm)
Boo at the Zoo – it’s slightly scary fun that cannot be missed! Grab your favorite costume and join us at Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun! There’s enough thrills and chills for all ages at Boo at the Zoo 2016! Climb aboard a spoooooky train ride, stroll down the trick or treat trail and take a spin through the jungle on our wild carousel. Come explore and discover in our hands-on Bone Zone, let loose at our Monster Mash Dance Yard and creep through the Barnyard Maze. The North Woods Gift Store will have all your favorite Halloween items and enjoy tasty seasonal treats at the Bear’s Den Café!
FREE Owl Prowl with the Paskamansett Bird Club (6:30pm-8:30pm)
Join WLCT and the Paskamansett Bird Club for our annual owl prowl on October 14th at WLCT’s Herb Hadfield Conservation Area at 255 Cornell Road in Westport to listen for owls and other critters as the sun sets. This dusk walk, led by Paskamansett Bird Club President and Mass Audubon’s South Coast Sanctuaries Property Manager Lauren Miller-Donnelly, will begin at 6:30 pm and end around 8 pm. This walk is free and open to the public. Wear comfortable sturdy shoes and be prepared for moderate walking over uneven terrain. See our Facebook page for last minute cancellations due to weather. We hope to see you there!
Haunted Masquerade Ball (9:00pm-2:00am)
Enjoy a haunted night on the town! This year’s theme is Good vs Evil. Awards for best costume in 3 categories. Fortune tellers will be on hand. Silent Auction to benefit Providence Animal Rescue League. Come for refreshments and dancing, stay for the show! Entertainment by Morte McAdaver, Shakesperotica and DJ TBA. Aurora Providence, 276 Westminster St., Providence.
Saturday, October 15th
2016 NAGA Northeast Grappling Championship (8:00am-8:00pm)
NAGA brings No-Gi and Gi grappling back to Providence, Rhode Island on Saturday, October 15, 2016. The event will take place at the PCTA Fieldhouse. The tournament will feature over 300 No-Gi and Gi grappling divisions. All Expert division winners take home championship belts. Non-expert Children and Teens division winners will be awarded samurai swords, adults take home medals. Providence Career Technical, 41 Fricker St., Providence.
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.
Dog Walk at the DNRT (9:00am-11:00am)
Join WLCT and the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust (DNRT) for a fun, guided hike for you and your four-legged friend. Learn more about dog etiquette on the trails at WLCT’s most iconic property. The 160-acre Herb Hadfield Conservation Area is arguably WLCT’s most visited property, in part because it is our only Destination Property with two parking lots and trail heads. The walk will start from the Herb Hadfield Conservation Area parking lot at 255 Cornell Road at 9:00 a.m. Dogs must be on leash for this walk which will run approximately 90 minutes. Please bring water and dress appropriately for the day’s weather. Westport Land Conservation Trust, 30 Drift Rd., Westport.
Hazelwood 5K (10:00am-1:00pm)
2 seperate 5k runs! First at 10am for men only followed by a ladies only 5k at 11am. This is the oldest ladies only 5k in the country. Fort Taber New Bedford, MA.
The Fall New Bedford Book Festival (11:00am-4:00pm)
A line-up of local and regional authors and booksellers gathered together in the co-working facility Groundwork! to present their work to the public. The Fall edition of the New Bedford Book Festival will bring over 40 authors and their books to the city for a weekend during this free event. Destination Soups will be in the kitchen with their signature soups and sandwiches and many of the authors will be reading from their work in a special reading room. 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford.
Craft Circle and Adult Coloring (11:00am-4:00pm)
Drop in to the South Branch Library for the craft circle from 11:00am-12:30 or for Adult Coloring from 2:00pm-4:00pm — or join us for both! Fall River Public Library, 104 North Main Street, Fall River.
Music and Wine- Jenna Lotti (1:00pm-5:00pm)
Enjoy wine and music at Running Brook Vineyards! You’re always welcome to bring snacks and enjoy some food with great local music and our wine! Running Brook Vineyards, 335 Old Fall River Rd., North Dartmouth.
Boo At The Zoo (6:00pm-9:00pm)
Boo at the Zoo – it’s slightly scary fun that cannot be missed! Grab your favorite costume and join us at Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun! There’s enough thrills and chills for all ages at Boo at the Zoo 2016! Climb aboard a spoooooky train ride, stroll down the trick or treat trail and take a spin through the jungle on our wild carousel. Come explore and discover in our hands-on Bone Zone, let loose at our Monster Mash Dance Yard and creep through the Barnyard Maze. The North Woods Gift Store will have all your favorite Halloween items and enjoy tasty seasonal treats at the Bear’s Den Café!
Award-winning Christopher James Lees to conduct the NBSO (7:30pm)
First of four music director finalists, Award-winning Christopher James Lees to conduct the NBSO this Saturday night. There will be a free pre-concert talk on the evening’s program by Mr. Lees at 6:30pm in the Penler Space. Concertgoers are also invited to an after-concert reception with Mr. Lees in the Penler Space. Concert sponsor: Robert B. Feingold & Associates, P.C. Reception sponsor: Russell Morin Catering & Events. Individual concert tickets are available for $25-$60 (Holiday Pops $15-$38) through the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center box office: 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, 508-994-2900, Tues-Fri 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm, or access 24/7 at: www.nbsymphony.org.
Sunday, October 16th
The Fall New Bedford Book Festival (11:00am-4:00pm)
A line-up of local and regional authors and booksellers gathered together in the co-working facility Groundwork! to present their work to the public. The Fall edition of the New Bedford Book Festival will bring over 40 authors and their books to the city for a weekend during this free event. Destination Soups will be in the kitchen with their signature soups and sandwiches and many of the authors will be reading from their work in a special reading room. 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford.
FREE Sunday Well Program (11:00am-3:00pm)
80% of chronic disease are preventable through a healthy lifestyle. Join us for sessions on diet, exercise, and stress reduction. The Southcoast Health Van will join us for screenings, smoking cessation, immunizations, and health education. Healthy Futures Farm will be with us until the end of the Month.
Music and Wine- Mid-Life Crisis (1:00pm-5:00pm)
Enjoy wine and music at Running Brook Vineyards! You’re always welcome to bring snacks and enjoy some food with great local music and our wine! Running Brook Vineyards, 335 Old Fall River Rd., North Dartmouth.
4th Annual Country Hoedown for Mercy Meals and More (1:00pm-6:00pm)
The featured band is The Goat Roper Band featuring Manuel Massa. They are generously back for a return year and by popular demand….you won’t want to miss them! Also, we are very blessed and honored to have Caroline Burns as one of our featured singers! Caroline was on Team Adam in Season 10 of THE VOICE. We have more to share in the coming days, weeks and months. there will be a Best Western Dress Contest (excludes performers), Raffles, 50/50 and more. VFW Poirier Post, 281 Appleton St., New Bedford.
Boo At The Zoo (6:00pm-9:00pm)
Boo at the Zoo – it’s slightly scary fun that cannot be missed! Grab your favorite costume and join us at Boo at the Zoo for an evening of Halloween fun! There’s enough thrills and chills for all ages at Boo at the Zoo 2016! Climb aboard a spoooooky train ride, stroll down the trick or treat trail and take a spin through the jungle on our wild carousel. Come explore and discover in our hands-on Bone Zone, let loose at our Monster Mash Dance Yard and creep through the Barnyard Maze. The North Woods Gift Store will have all your favorite Halloween items and enjoy tasty seasonal treats at the Bear’s Den Café!
