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An absolute stunner of a weekend in terms of weather, is ahead for us. No rain in sight, cool mornings from 50-60 degrees and warm, sunny days that will hover around 80 degrees. Summer isn’t over, but it will be soon, so you’d better hit the road, beach or one of the many events going on, on the South Coast.
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Friday, September 18th
Buzzard’s Bay Coalition: FREE Family Friday Explorations (Wareham) (5:00pm-6:00pm)
Get your whole family exploring the outdoors during Family Friday Explorations, a series of three free outings in September and October in Wareham and Plymouth offered by the Coalition and Wareham Land Trust. Through fun games and hands-on activities, your family will learn about the Buzzards Bay region’s animals, plants, and habitats.
Family Friday Explorations is recommended for families with elementary school-aged children. We encourage you to attend all three programs, but it is not required. Orienteering at William Minot Forest, Wareham, behind Minot Forest Elementary School.
Church of the Good Shepherd Movie Night: Charlotte’s Web (6:00-8:00pm)
The Church of the Good Shepherd movie nights are held the third Friday night of each month. Our September Movie is “Charlotte’s Web.” Admission is free and we are selling popcorn and a juice box for $1. We always show family movies that everyone can enjoy! As a small church, we are always looking for ways to connect with our lovely community. We are hoping to see you there! Admission free; popcorn and a juice box for $1. We always show family movies that everyone can enjoy. 357 Main Street
Fairhaven, MA.
Horrors Of Doctor Moreau (8:00pm)
Washed ashore on a mysterious island, Edward Prendick finds himself trapped inside a strange biological experiment: Dr. Moreau has created a race of pseudo-humans out of the animals he found living on the island. Taken in by the “Beast Folk,” Edward witnesses the struggle between animal instinct and man’s facade of civility. Primal forces soon plunge the island into chaos and Edward has only one hope left… escape! Tickets $12 for season subscribers. $15 general admission. $13 senior citizens, students and military personnel. (508) 993-0772. info@yourtheatre.org.
Saturday, September 19th
Dartmouth YMCA Fall Festival and 5k/10k (8:00am)
Farm animals, hay rides, pony rides, kid games, fire engines, archery, rock climbing, bounce house, pumpkin decorating, balloon artist, inflatable slide, face painting, fun prizes, farmdemos, k-9 demo, RC airplane demo, magician, reptile show and more! FREE admission, tickets can be purchased for food, games and amusements. Dartmouth YMCA, 276 Gulf Road, Dartmouth, MA.
Westport Farmer’s Market (8:30am-1:00pm)
Prefer locally harvested produce instead of something picked before it’s ripe so it survives its trip? Head to a local Farmer’s Market! Westport Farmer’s Market goes through September. Area farmers, bakers, craftsmen, fishermen, florists and others are encouraged to sign up as vendors and participate in this year’s market. Contact Ross Moran, rmoran@ttor.org. Westport Town farm, 830 Drift Rd, Westport.
Dollar-a-Bag book Sale (Fairhaven) (9:00am-1:00pm)
We welcome you to come and fill a bag of good reads for only a dollar! The Oxford Book Haven & Cafe is located downstairs in the Church of the Good Shepherd, 357 Main St., Fairhaven. There is a large selection to choose from. Home-made dessert, coffee, and other beverages available. 1 Temple Place, Fairhaven.
The USNS Fall River arrives at Battleship Cove(Fall River) (9:00am-5:00pm)
Namesake ship, The USNS Fall River arrives at the cove. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. (508) 678-1100. Battleship Cove, 5 Water Street, Fall River, MA.
Battleship Engine Room Tour (Fall River) (9:00am-5:00pm)
Tour includes admission to museum, lunch, and a souvenir ration box, $55 per person, $45 members. Space is limited. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. www.battleshipcove.org. (508) 678-1100. Battleship Cove, 5 Water Street, Fall River, MA.
Edaville USA (Carver) (10:00am-6:00pm)
We feature over 20 amusement rides including a Ferris Wheel, Carousel, Jumbo the Elephant, Tilt-A-Whirl, Scrambler, 2 mile narrow gauge railroad, two steam locomotives and one diesel locomotive and much more. We are also the home of Thomas Land. Thomas Land features 11 Thomas themed children’s rides including Winston’s Skyline Express, Troublesome Trucks Runaway Coaster, Toby’s Tilting Tracks, Sodor Windmill, Sodor’s Cranberry Carousel, Rockin’ Bulstrode, Harold’s Lift-Off, Firefighting Flynn, Diesel Derby, Cranky’s Crane Drop and Bertie’s Bus Tours. We offer daily admission tickets, two day passes, season passes, birthday parties, group sales and gift cards. 5 Pine St, Carver, Massachusetts.
Talk Like a Pirate Day Celebration and Light Role Play Event (6:00pm-9:00pm)
Come and embrace your inner pirate at Mastermind Adventures’ Talk Like a Pirate Day celebration and role playing event. We’ll have team competitions like sword fighting and insult contest (you will insult each other’s ships, of course), a “cannon ball” fight using ping pong balls and a treasure hunt throughout the museum! Dress up, team up and outwit your friends in this light role-playing event! Cos play is encouraged. Price includes admission to the museum and all organized activities. We will put you on a famous pirate’s team when you arrive. Paypal available to avoid Eventbrite fees to krysten@mastermindadventures.com. Marine Museum At Fall River, 70 Water Street, Fall River, MA.
NBSO presents Berlioz, Sibelius & Dvořák at the “Z” (7:30pm)
oin the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra for opening night as we celebrate our 100th season! Hector Berlioz: Le Corsaire: Evoking swashbucklers at sea, this high-spirited overture is both fiery and sentimental. Its boisterous nature is both surprising and unexpected from Berlioz. Jean Sibelius: Violin Concerto: Sibelius doesn’t waste a note in this colorful orchestration. His lineage is that of Beethoven, with whom he stands as the bookends spanning the Romantic century. Martin Chalifour, principal concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is featured in this technically demanding work. Antonín Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (“New World”): Though written by a Czech composer, this is an iconic American symphony and, ironically, the first symphony defined as American. Dvořák composed the work during a discontented three-year stay in America, influenced greatly by his mentor, Johannes Brahms, along with inspiration from the sounds of his new world and his native Bohemian folk tunes.
Horrors Of Doctor Moreau (8:00pm)
Washed ashore on a mysterious island, Edward Prendick finds himself trapped inside a strange biological experiment: Dr. Moreau has created a race of pseudo-humans out of the animals he found living on the island. Taken in by the “Beast Folk,” Edward witnesses the struggle between animal instinct and man’s facade of civility. Primal forces soon plunge the island into chaos and Edward has only one hope left… escape! Tickets $12 for season subscribers. $15 general admission. $13 senior citizens, students and military personnel. (508) 993-0772. info@yourtheatre.org.
Sunday, September 20th
The USNS Fall River arrives at Battleship Cove(Fall River) (9:00am-5:00pm)
Namesake ship, The USNS Fall River arrives at the cove. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. (508) 678-1100. Battleship Cove, 5 Water Street, Fall River, MA.
7th Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show (10:00am-2:00pm)
Come check out some the areas coolest hot rods, trucks and bikes. There will be food, a bake sale, raffles, music and vendor booths. Trophies will be awarded, FREE dash plaques to the first 50 cars. All proceeds to benefit the homeless animals at the Humane Society & Shelter. See poster for more detail. Rain date: September 27th. At the GNB Youth Baseball League Dias Field Complex. 106 Nauset Street.
Edaville USA (Carver) (10:00am-6:00pm)
We feature over 20 amusement rides including a Ferris Wheel, Carousel, Jumbo the Elephant, Tilt-A-Whirl, Scrambler, 2 mile narrow gauge railroad, two steam locomotives and one diesel locomotive and much more. We are also the home of Thomas Land, which will be opening in August of 2015. Thomas Land will feature 11 Thomas themed children’s rides including Winston’s Skyline Express, Troublesome Trucks Runaway Coaster, Toby’s Tilting Tracks, Sodor Windmill, Sodor’s Cranberry Carousel, Rockin’ Bulstrode, Harold’s Lift-Off, Firefighting Flynn, Diesel Derby, Cranky’s Crane Drop and Bertie’s Bus Tours. We offer daily admission tickets, two day passes, season passes, birthday parties, group sales and gift cards. 5 Pine St, Carver, Massachusetts.
Fly-in at Myricks Airport (Berkley) (10:30am-3:00pm)
Join EAA Chapter 196 and pilots from the New England region for their annual fall fly-in and cook-out at Myricks Field (1M8) in Berkley, MA. Featuring Airplanes – vintage, modern, ultralight, and experimental, Classic cars, Burgers and dogs from the EAA 196 grill, Candy drop, and more. All in the intimate setting of an old-time grass airfield. Myricks Airport, 168 Padelford Street, Berkley, MA 02779.
Elephant Appreciation Day at Buttonwood Park Zoo (11:00am-3:00pm)
Have you herd? Sunday September 20th is Elephant Appreciation Day! Join us at the elephant exhibit from 11am-3pm. There will be a keeper chat at 12:30pm where you can learn more about Emily and Ruth and their wild counterparts. We will also have education stations with hands-on activities for the whole family.
Horrors Of Doctor Moreau (2:30pm)
Washed ashore on a mysterious island, Edward Prendick finds himself trapped inside a strange biological experiment: Dr. Moreau has created a race of pseudo-humans out of the animals he found living on the island. Taken in by the “Beast Folk,” Edward witnesses the struggle between animal instinct and man’s facade of civility. Primal forces soon plunge the island into chaos and Edward has only one hope left… escape! Tickets $12 for season subscribers. $15 general admission. $13 senior citizens, students and military personnel. (508) 993-0772. info@yourtheatre.org.
