17 Things To Do This Weekend (April 13 – April 15)

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, April 13th

Lawler Branch Spring Story & Craft Time (3:30pm–4:30pm)
Bring you children, grandkids, etc. and enjoy some spring themed pictures books along with a craft activity they’ll enjoy! Children of all ages welcome! Francis J. Lawler Branch Library, 745 Rockdale Ave., New Bedford.

UMass Exhibition: Expansion- Post-Baccalaureate Ceramics & Fibers (4:00pm-7:00pm)
An exhibition of work by Post-Baccalaureate Ceramics and Fibers students. Artists: Michelle Grey, Nick Purpura, Valleri Rami, Madison Moreno, Chris Lee, Beverly Arsem. Location: 95 William St. New Bedford. Previously Bay Coast Bank.

Laura Cortese and the Dance Cards (7:30pm-9:00pm)
Indie Folk band Laura Cortese and the Dance Cards bring their genre-bending music to the Music in the Gallery concert series on Friday, April 13, 2018, at 7:30 PM in the beautiful James Arnold Mansion, owned by the Wamsutta Club, 427 County Street (at the corner of Union Street), New Bedford, MA. Music in the Gallery is presented by the Music Directors of the New Bedford Folk Festival. Music in the Gallery concerts is open to the general public. All are welcome to this lovely, unique music experience. Wamsutta Club, 427 County Street, New Bedford.

The Golden Dragon Acrobats at the Z (7:30pm)
The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time-honored tradition that began more than 25 centuries ago! The premiere Chinese acrobats bring Cirque Ziva from world-renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang. Their award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques offer a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty.

“Sintax” lights up the dance floor at PUB 6T5 (9:00pm-12:30pm)
Rock, Classic Rock, Dance Rock plus Blues, Motown Soul, Reggae & Country ‘cuz we want something for everyone. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

“Cover Up” featuring Mike Paull & Gillie Rezendes at The Bar (9:30pm-12:30am)
An energetic multi-genre acoustic act. Doing a wide range of cover songs and originals. The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.

Saturday, April 14th

Osprey Nest Checks – A Field Experience (10:00am-2:00pm)
Join us for an important day in the field – and help check osprey nests for occupancy and incubating birds in both branches of the Westport River! We’ll meet at the Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary field station, then depart in our own vehicles with one team working from roadside viewing points along the East Branch of the Westport River and the other team doing the same on the West Branch. Sanctuary Staff will lead each team and provide insight into the lives of the osprey. Families are welcome to take part in this great learning experience. Suggested for kids ages 8 and up. Participants must pre-register for proper planning. $10/participant Mass Audubon members and $12/participant non-members. Mass Audubon Allens Pond, 1280 Horseneck Rd., Westport.

April Vacation Week activities in N.B.! (10:00am-4:00pm)
Join us for FREE vacation fun! Free admission 10:00 am to 4:00pm Thursday- Sunday! Take part in a scavenger hunt, try on survival suits, do a craft and watch Finest Kind! See our latest exhibit Frozen Asset: Ice Making & the New Bedford Fishing Industry. New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, 38 Bethel Street, New Bedford.

Edaville Railroad’s April Operating Dates (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.

Main Library’s Children’s Room Family Story Time w/ Special Guest Reader: Miss New Bedford’s Oustanding Teen 2018 Tori Kalisz (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.

Lawler Branch Toddler Drive-In Movie (1:00pm-2:30pm)
This is a 100% FREE event! All supplies are provided. Help your toddler “build” their own car out of a box and construction paper and watch some some cartoons on the big screen! Snacks will be served. Open to ages 2 to 4. Siblings welcome! Registration required, as boxes are limited! Call, visit, or message us on Facebook to register. Francis J. Lawler Branch Library, 745 Rockdale Ave., New Bedford.

Doo Wop and the Sounds of the City at the Z (7:30pm)
From New York, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia comes the gritty soul, classic harmonies and good time rock ’n’ roll hits that helped define a generation.

Todd Baptista, who has hosted and produced Doo Wop concerts for 20 years, returns with his latest show, starring LA LA BROOKS, former lead singer of The Crystals (“Then He Kissed Me,” “Da Doo Ron Ron”), The New Mystics (“Hushabye”) with original members Phil Cracolici and George Galfo, The Orlons (“Wah Watusi,” “South Street”) with original member Stephen Caldwell, and an alumni reunion of The Del Vikings (“Come Go With Me,” “Whispering Bells”) bringing together five of the group’s recording members from the 50s and 60s for the first time in 45 years. Jack Colombo’s Coast To Coast Band joins the legends on stage to take us back to the time when rock was young!

DJ Adam Demello at PUB 6T5 (9:00pm-1:00am)
This Saturday night DJ Adam DeMelo back on duty behind the decks. Don’t miss the party. the kitchen is open until 11 with a limited menu. Stop in for a late meal and a little dancing. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

“Bad Habit”‘s first appearance at The Bar (10:00pm-1:00am)
From Oldie’s and swing to 70’s funk and disco, to 80’s metal and pop/rock, to 90’s alternative, ska, dance & hip hop, to 00’s & current radio tunes along with a bit o’ country. The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.

Sunday, April 15th

Edaville Railroad’s April Operating Dates (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor!

Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.

FREE Sunday Adult Wellness Programming (9:00am-1:30pm)
Free Adult Wellness Programming for All Levels of Fitness! Open to the Public! See poster for schedule. Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford, 166 Jenney St., New Bedford.

Welcome to Steveland – A Tribute to the Music of Stevie Wonder (6:00pm-9:00pm)
teveland consists of a seven piece live band and includes four vocalists, Paul Newby Grace, Joe Medina, Chris Waters and Ray Wills; Ed Oliver on bass, guitarist Mark Leishman and drummer, Dan Raposa. Doug’s House of Harmony, 818 Kempton Street, New Bedford.

_____________________________________________________

Want to sponsor this weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details.