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We seem to be stuck on “muggy, muggy” lately. This weekend won’t bring much of a change in terms of humidity. Let’s not complain, because I’d rather have humid than freezing! Friday and Saturday will be war, and in the low 80s. However, Sunday will “drop” to 74 degrees. It’ll be pleasant in terms of temperatures, but both Saturday and Sunday could have some rain. But that won’t stop us from enjoying all the things to do on the South Coast, right?!
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Friday, September 5th
Dartmouth Grange Fair (Acushnet) (Noon-9:00pm)
The Dartmouth Grange Rural Community Fair will take place at Patrons Hall, 1133 Fisher Road in historic Rusells Mills Village. FREE admission to a family friendly fair as a celebration of Dartmouth’s 350th anniversary.
Painting with a Splash: Point Judith Lighthouse (7:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.
Saturday, September 6th
C.A.R.E. Southcoast: Yard Sale (Acushnet) (8:00am-3:00pm)
Good stuff cheap! Help out a fantastic, local cause! Proceeds to benefit homeless pets. 737 Middle Road.
Dartmouth Grange Fair (Acushnet) (9:00am-FINISH)
The Dartmouth Grange Rural Community Fair will take place at Patrons Hall, 1133 Fisher Road in historic Rusells Mills Village. FREE admission to a family friendly fair as a celebration of Dartmouth’s 350th anniversary.
Silverbrook ACUSHNET Country Store (9:00am-8:00pm)
SWEET CORN HAS ARRIVED! The Silverbrook Country Store is the home of The Pereia Bread Co. (a tasty little division of Silverbrook Farm) where they make their Famous Pies and Breads, as well as jams, sauces and other great food products. It is also the home of their Farm Stand that is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday. Silverbrook Country Store also has a wonderful and unique line of crafts including their popular candle/potpourri items and a great selection of handmade Amish items that truly make great gifts for any occasion.
Library book sale (Acushnet) (9:00am-1:00pm)
The Friends of the Acushnet Library are holding their annual book sale on Apple Peach weekend in Acushnet. The sale will be held in the lower level meeting room. Fill a grocery bag for $5.00, lots of great books for adults and children. 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. one day only. Phone: 508-998-0270. 88 Main Street Acushnet, Mass.
Edaville’s annual “Day Out with Thomas” (10:00am-5:00pm)
The number one engine himself, Thomas the Tank Engine, steams into Edaville for 13 special dates in our 2014 season. Take a magical ride on lifesized Thomas and spend the day immersed in the storybook world of Sodor. Have your picture taken with Thomas and his kindly but stern boss, Sir Topham Hatt. Enjoy great live music and storytelling, Thomas-themed activities, and lots more at the Imagination Station. In addition to spending time with Thomas, you can have unlimited use of all our amusement park rides, that are all included in the price.
Apple-Peach Festival (Acushnet) (10:00am-FINISH)
This yearly festival features live music, lots of food and craft vendors, a wonderful parade, and some of the best apple and peach pies you have ever tasted!
Fisher College “Family Fun Day” (10:00am-2:00pm)
Have some fun for FREE at Fisher College’s “Family Fun Day” at its New Bedford campus. The event is free and open to the public as Fisher College’s way of saying thank you to the community for years of friendship and support. Come and enjoy free food, music, face painting, arts and crafts, prizes and more. In case of inclement weather, a rain date has been scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Region: New Bedford. Artist/event website: http://www.fisher.edu/fun. Saturday, September 6, 2014, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Fisher College – New Bedford campus 777 Church St, New Bedford, Mass.
Westport Rivers Winery Sunset Music Series : Kenny Richards (6-8pm)
Admission $10 per carload and beer, wine and SoCo local food will be served for a fee. Weather permitting. 417 Hixbridge Road.
Painting with a Splash: Fun City (7:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.
Sunday, September 8th
Silverbrook ACUSHNET Country Store (9:00am-4:00pm)
SWEET CORN HAS ARRIVED!! The Silverbrook Country Store is the home of The Pereria Bread Co. (a tasty little division of Silverbrook Farm) where they make their Famous Pies and Breads, as well as jams, sauces and other great food products. It is also the home of their Farm Stand that is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday. Silverbrook Country Store also has a wonderful and unique line of crafts including their popular candle/potpourri items and a great selection of handmade Amish items that truly make great gifts for any occasion.
Apple-Peach Festival (Acushnet) (10:00am-6:00pm)
This yearly festival features live music, lots of food and craft vendors, a wonderful parade, and some of the best apple and peach pies you have ever tasted!
Edaville’s annual “Day Out with Thomas” (10:00am-5:00pm)
The number one engine himself, Thomas the Tank Engine, steams into Edaville for 13 special dates in our 2014 season. Take a magical ride on lifesized Thomas and spend the day immersed in the storybook world of Sodor. Have your picture taken with Thomas and his kindly but stern boss, Sir Topham Hatt. Enjoy great live music and storytelling, Thomas-themed activities, and lots more at the Imagination Station. In addition to spending time with Thomas, you can have unlimited use of all our amusement park rides, that are all included in the price.
“Come Back in Time” (Dartmouth) (11:30am-3:30pm)
Dartmouth historical and Arts Society: Presents “Come Back in Time,” a program for children 6-11. Come and experience life in the late 1800s with games, chores, quill pen writing and more. Region: Dartmouth. Saturday, September 6, 2014, 11:30 PM – Sunday, September 7, 2014, 3:30 AM. Russells Mills Schoolhouse, 1205 Russells Mills Road.
Painting with a Splash: Summer Cottage (1:30pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.
Dartmouth 350 Parade (2:00pm)
Community floats, antique cars, shriners, local schools/bands and more. Starting at Dartmouth Middle School and proceeding down Slocum Road to Russells Mills Road and on to Elm St. ending at St. Mary’s Church. Rain date Sept. 14.
Carabiner’s Indoor Rock Climbing and Fitness Center Open House Party (1-4pm)
On the heels of the most widespread Free Fitness in the Parks Summer Program across the South Coast, Carabiner’s Climbing + Fitness Center is hosting its First Anniversary Open House Party this Sunday, September 7th 2014 from 1-4pm!
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