19 Things to do this Weekend (June 24-June 26)

Say after me: “This weekend there will be perfect weather and my family and I are going to head out and enjoy all the fun things to do!” “Sunny and nice or pleasant” describes every day this weekend. Temperatures will be in the upper 70s, so not too hot. Lows in the 50s mean that evenings are conducive to sleeping comfortably. This means nothing will get in your way in your pursuit of adventure!

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, June 24th

Dartmouth Mall Summer Carnival (6:00pm-10:00pm)
Rides for everyone from the little ones to the thrill-seekers, plus plenty of carnival games and yummy treats, the whole family is invited to come check out the festivities! Carnival attendees can purchase a special one day wristband for $25 per person, which is good for unlimited rides. Regular tickets are also available. Ticket prices are $1 per ticket and a sheet of 25 tickets is $20.00 or you can purchase 40 tickets for $30. Rides take three – five tickets each. Dartmouth Mall parking lot.

*Head to the mall this weekend for a carnival experience!*

Relive the Magic of Harry Potter (7:00pm-8:00pm)
Head to B&N for an event that is sure to conjure a magical experience for the most modest Muggles and wisest Wizards! Customers can enter the Harry Potter Limited Edition Cover Print Sweepstakes, and activities include a coloring station (send an exclusive Owl Post Postcard), trivia, and the opportunity to participate in the assembly of a Wrebbit 3D Hogwarts Astronomy Tower, an 875-piece 3D puzzle. The Barnes & Noble Café will be offering special Harry Potter themed treats.

Top Rope 35th Anniversary Pro Wrestling Event (7:00pm-10:00pm)
Swoggle makes his TRP debut! All 3 titles will be defended! TRP Interstate & Heavyweight Champion Teddy Goodz(c) vs. Vain, TRP Tag Team Champions The Closers (Hollister & Tunis) have issued an open challenge! Submission Match: “Cold Steel” Chuck O’Neli vs. “Dynamite” Danny Miles, Teacher vs Student: “H20” Ryan Waters vs. Mike Russell, $1000 Open Body Slam Challenge issued by “Kingpin” Brian Milonas. Plus: “Nightmare” Nick Steel, Craig Costa, “Brutal” Bob Evans, “Mastermind” Marshall McNeill, Wildman Kongo & more! Get your tickets now by calling 508-525-1866 or visit brownpapertickets.com Tickets will also be available tonight at the PAL Hall between 7 and 10 PM, come on down for best seat selection! Portion of Proceeds to Benefit PAL Youth Athletic Programs

Saturday, June 25th

Flea market, craft fair in Swansea (9:00am-2:00pm)
A flea market and craft fair will be held on at First Baptist Church in Swansea, at corner of Route 6 and Baptist Street. Rental spaces (without tables) are available to vendors for $20. Donated items will be accepted for the flea market. Proceeds will help fund a new parking lot. To donate items or to rent a space, call 508-336-8837 or 508-264-6693. First Baptist Church in Swansea, 21 Baptist St. Swansea.

Habitat for Cats Fundraiser (9:00am-2:00pm)
Rain or shine. Proceeds will benefit homeless cats. If you have items to donate you can bring to Smith Mills Church Hall on Thurs., June 23 from 5-7 p.m. and Fri., June 24 from 8 a.m, to 4 p.m. Please no holiday items, clothing, shoes, large furniture, exercise equipment or used stuffed animals. As well as yard sale items, there will be a plant and bake Sale. Smith Mills Christian Congregational Church, 11 Anderson Way, Dartmouth.

*A whole weekend of living history at Fort Taber for FREE!*

9th Annual World War II Living History Weekend (9:00am-4:00pm)
The annual WWII Living History Encampment around the fort and gun batteries of historic Fort Rodman. Exhibits and living historians presentations and battle demonstration. We greatly encourage all veterans of WWII to come and be part of our annual program. Free admission.

Book Sale at Lakeville Public Library (10:00am-2:00pm)
Besides the usual vast selection of hard cover and paperback fiction and non-fiction books, there will be a large quantity of romance novels, children’s books and CDs. The sale will hosted by the members of the Friends of the Library. Youth Services at The Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct Street, Lakeville.

New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center Grand Opening (11:00am-3:00pm)
The Grand Opening event will feature demonstrations of industry skills such as net mending, dredge making, shucking, and filleting, as well as safety demos, model boat making, fishermen-led walking tours, and hands-on children’s activities. Fresh local seafood will be available for sale. The 3000 square foot, handicap accessible space will accommodate changing exhibits, public programs, school groups, archives, and community gatherings. 38 Bethel Street, New Bedford.

Dartmouth Mall Summer Carnival (1:00pm-10:00pm)
Rides for everyone from the little ones to the thrill-seekers, plus plenty of carnival games and yummy treats, the whole family is invited to come check out the festivities! Carnival attendees can purchase a special one day wristband for $25 per person, which is good for unlimited rides. Regular tickets are also available. Ticket prices are $1 per ticket and a sheet of 25 tickets is $20.00 or you can purchase 40 tickets for $30. Rides take three – five tickets each. Dartmouth Mall parking lot.

*Enjoy a FREE movie and kid’s activities on Saturday evening.*

Santo Christo Feast (4:00pm-11:00p)
On Sunday, at 4 p.m. will be the Solemn Procession along Columbia Street, Washington Street, William Street, Mulberry Street, Division Street, Broadway Street, and Columbia Street back to the church. From 6:30 to 10 p.m., feast activities continue with lively music by the group AlémMar, from Montreal, Canada. All are welcome to attend. Santo Christo Parish, 185 Canal Street, Fall River.

Fundraiser for The LCpl Matthew R. Rodriguez Memorial Foundation (5:00pm-10:00pm)
The third annual benefit for the LCpl Matthew R. Rodriguez Memorial Foundation is an 18+ event. Join us for a fun-filled evening of food, live entertainment, and raffles! Complimentary beer and wine tasting, 5-6 p.m.; BBQ buffet dinner, 6 p.m., cash bar. Entertainment features local comedian Christina Thomas and live bands Mourning Wood and Over the Edge. Raffles, raffles, and more raffles! Horseneck HolyGhost, 104 Allens Neck Rd., Dartmouth.

Pig Roast (5:30pm-8:30pm)
The First Congregational Church of Marion will host its first Pig Roast. Please join us for this fun, delicious family day. In addition to some of the best pulled pork in the SouthCoast, there will also be baked beans, roasted corn on the cob, coleslaw, and desserts. This event will be happening at the Community Center, rear parking lot. Tickets are on sale at The Bookstall, 151 Front Street, Marion, or call 774-263-8152. Adults $15, kids 5-12, $5, and kids under 5 FREE! Space is limited, so get your tickets early!

Santo Christo Feast (6:00pm-11:00p)
The festivities begin on Saturday at 6 p.m. with a solemn Mass presided by Rev. Gastão Oliveira, pastor. The guest preacher will be Rev. Vitor Goncalves, pastor of São Domingos in Lisbon. Following the Mass, the Grand Procession Of Promises will follow Canal Street, Ferry Street, Mulberry Street, William Street, Grant Street and back to the church. From 8:30 to 11 p.m., feast activities continue with lively music by the Luis Neves Show. All are welcome to attend. Santo Christo Parish, 185 Canal Street, Fall River.

FREE Family Fun Night (6:00pm)
Inflatables & Outdoor Movies for the whole family. Bounce house, obstacle course and fun stuff for kids. Activities begin at 6:00pm. Movie begins at dusk. Buttonwood Park, 425 Hawthorn St.

Off Broadway School of Dance Presents Their Interpretation of Frozen (7:00pm)
Off Broadway school of dance will put on their interpretation of the popular animated Disney movie “Frozen.”

Sunday, June 26th

*Don’t miss the hilarious stand-up comedy of D.L. Hughley at the Zeiterion!*

St. Rose of Lima Chicken Barbecue (12:00pm-3:00p)
The Rochester parish holds its 53rd annual barbecue, with chickens prepared on open pits. Menu includes chicken half, cranberry sauce, vegetable, potato, roll, watermelon and a beverage. Tickets, $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under, may be purchased after weekend Masses or on the day while supplies last. Concession stands and bakery goods also available. Games of skill and luck, bounce house, raffle, silent auction, white elephant table. Music by DJ Alex. St. Rose of Lima Church, 282 Vaughan Hill Road, Rochester.

Live Comedy: D.L. Hughley at the Zeiterion (8:00pm)
Comedian D.L. Hughley has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years, and now he’s coming to The Z to tickle your funny bone! One of the most popular and highly recognized standup comedians on the road today, D.L. is astute and politically savvy in true comedian style. “From the minute I first walked onstage and picked up a microphone,” he says, “I knew that it was what I was meant to do.” In addition to comedy clubs, D.L. has made a major splash in television, film and radio. He starred in his namesake television show, The Hughleys, and was a standout comedian in the hit comedy film The Original Kings of Comedy.

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