20 Things to do this Weekend (April 08 – April 10)

A few weeks into Spring and I’d love to be discussing gorgeous weather and warm temperatures, and not use the “s” word. However, this season has been an odd one and I’ll have to use the “s” word and the “r” word. Friday will be very cloudy and there is a chance of rain. There will likely be snow and rain on Saturday. Sunday there is nothing forecasted in terms of precipitation, but will be milder in terms of temperature with a high of 42 degrees. No worries though, right? We’re hardy New Englanders and it’ll take a lot more than this to stop us from going out and enjoying our weekend!

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 8th

15th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention (2:00pm-12:00am)
The Boston Tattoo Convention brings hundreds of tattoo artists from around the world, right to you. This is your opportunity to meet, talk with and get your new ink done by the best around! The 15th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention is 3 days of incredible tattoos, unique vendors, burlesque and circus acts and live bands. Come get tattooed, shop for an artist, or have a drink in the beer garden while checking out your favorite local acts.900 Boylston St., Boston.

Saturday, April 09th

2016 Rhode Island Yoga Festival (8:00am-5:30pm)
Unite the body, breath, mind and soul as the RI Yoga Festival brings together an eclectic mix of people, yoga teachers, styles and yoga related practices from right here in Southern New England. The day include 12 classes with top teachers, talks, kirtan, sacred sound, meditation lunch (including kebabs and curry) and more. Nathan Bishop Middle, 101 Sessions St., Providence.

Nantucket Basket Making Workshop (9:00am-4:00pm)
With Sharon’s instruction, learn the techniques of weaving and coiling to create your very own basket. Supplies and lunch are included. $180.00 per person. Registration is required.

Nature Discoveries at the Lloyd Center (9:30am-10:30am)
Nature Discoveries occurs on the second Saturday of each month. Join us as we investigate nature topics by reading nature-themed books and exploring the Lloyd Center. Live animal demonstrations, specimens to observe and touch, hikes, activities and crafts bring nature themes to life for our Nature Discovery guests. This hour long adventure is appropriate for children ages 2-6 (younger or older siblings are welcome as well). Leader: Jen Wimmer, Lloyd Center Outreach Specialist. Price: Members: $5 Non-members: $6. Limit: 20 All ages welcome. Pre-registration not required. If you have specific questions regarding the program, please call Jen Wimmer at 508-990-0505 x 14, or email jen@lloydcenter.org.

Monthly Wellness Walk (10:00am)
Join everyone for the Monthly Wellness Walk around Buttonwood park. Get Moving, Get Healthy and Be Well! Part of the New Bedford Fitness Challenge. Pets welcome and walk at your own pace. Buttonwood Park, 1 Oneida St., New Bedford.

15th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention (10:00am-12:00am)
The Boston Tattoo Convention brings hundreds of tattoo artists from around the world, right to you. This is your opportunity to meet, talk with and get your new ink done by the best around! The 15th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention is 3 days of incredible tattoos, unique vendors, burlesque and circus acts and live bands. Come get tattooed, shop for an artist, or have a drink in the beer garden while checking out your favorite local acts.900 Boylston St., Boston.

NBSO presents: Poulenc, Ravel, & Tchaikovsky (10:00am-2:00pm)
The mission of the Seaside Health and Wellness Fair is to promote overall health awareness and provide an event to showcase the many opportunities available for participants in the area, and encourage them to lead a healthy, active lifestyle. Join businesses and community organizations that will promote overall health and well being with information tables, free classes, and presentations. This event will be open to the public and free of charge. Sippican Elementary School, 16 Spring Street,
Marion.

Fall River Seal Tours (11:00am-1:30pm)
Enjoy a 75-minute scenic boat ride down the Taunton River into beautiful Mt. Hope Bay on the lookout for visiting winter harbor seals and early spring wildlife. Expert guides will help you spot our winter visitors and discuss the rich history and environmental issues of the region. Borden Light Marina, 1 Ferry Street, Fall River.

The Brookside Naturalist (2:00pm)
Explore the Brookside Conservation Area with guest Naturalist, George Wilson. Begin your hike through the wetlands of Westport along scenic Bread and Cheese Brook–headwaters to the East Branch of the Westport Rivers. Discover the remains of a century-old granite bridge that once connected factories along the brook from Gifford Road to Reed Road. Celebrate Westport’s natural history and unique sense of place by retracing footsteps through the historic Westport Mills District. Westport Land Conservation Trust, 830 Drift Rd. Westport.

Free 8 Week Mindfulness Course (3:30pm-4:30pm)
This 8 week course on Saturdays is led by Jonathan Felix. You will learn specific techniques to train the mind. Enhanced cognitive functioning, reductions in stress and anxiety, and improved memory, attention, and mood are some of the benefits of regular practice. These techniques enhance our sense of well-being by promoting structural changes tot he brain. As the mind colors moods, marshals thoughts, directs attention, influences perceptions, directs behavior, and orchestrates our very lives, it is the one thing worth attending to. Grace Episcopal Church, 95 Fern St., New Bedford.

24th Annual Penny Sale (5:00pm-9:00pm)
Parents and friends of Holy Family-Holy Name School will be sponsoring our 24th annual Penny Sale. Come and buy some tickets and take a chance on winning one of the 250 individual prizes being raffled off! They range from household items to children’s toys to gift certificates. There’s even a full kitchen to enjoy supper or some snacks while you play. At the end of the evening, the grand finale is our MEGA Raffle! Always a “crowd pleaser”! The Penny Sale will be held at Holy Name Center, 121 Mt. Pleasant Street, New Bedford. Doors will open at 5:00 PM and food will be served all evening. For more information or directions to the center, call (508) 993-3547. Please make plans to attend this exciting event with your entire family.

Friends of Myles Standish Woodcock Walk (5:30pm)
Join the Friends of Myles Standish State Forest Saturday evening to observe the flight of the Timberdoodle, the American Woodcock. We will begin with a gathering at a campfire at the amphitheater behind the headquarters building in Carver. Sunset is at 7:17 on April 9th. No dogs please. But kids old enough to stand quietly for a couple of minutes will love this! Two years ago, after it got dark, we were able to do some great stargazing on a crystal clear night. Campfire Information Starting around 5:30 PM, we will light a campfire in the amphitheater behind the Headquarters. Owing to a change in DCR regulations, we are unable to provide food this year. (You may certainly bring your own food.) Glenn d’Entremont, our bird guru, will offer a quick introduction to what we are hoping to see.

At around 6:30 PM. we will drive over to the fields on Cutter Field Road where Glenn will lead us as we listen to and observe the flight display of the American Woodcock. At this time of year these plump “shorebirds” with the funky bill and eyes which seem not to look forward arrive from the south and the males display for the females by performing an elaborate circular flight display and return to earth at the same spot where it began! After it gets dark we can listen for owls, if the group wants to.

NBSO presents: Poulenc, Ravel, & Tchaikovsky (7:30pm)
Join the New Bedford Symphony Orchestra for a captivating evening of exciting live music! Francis Poulenc: Concerto for Two Pianos in D Minor, Maurice Ravel: Concerto for the Left Hand, and Piotr Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 in E Minor. Zeiterion Performing Arts Center.

Sunday, April 10th

2016 Run With C.A.R.E. (9:00am)
Day of registration starts at 7:30 am – Day of registration is $30. All pre registered runners are guaranteed a t-shirt. All dogs to register get a commemorative charm. Cash prizes for top 3 Males and Females overall, $100, $75, $50. Top 3 M/F in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. Cash prizes for top 3 dogs overall in each weight class, $75, $50, $25. For additional info email cricket13@comcast.net or johnnelson1961@gmail.com. Buttonwood Park.

Breakfast with Mickey & Minnie Mouse (9:00am-12:00pm)
Enjoy Breakfast with Mickey & Minnie Mouse! This interactive and entertaining morning will delight and dazzle both young and young at heart. A delicious breakfast buffet awaits you! We expect it to be full to capacity. We have two reservation spots open, 9am & 10:30am. Please make your reservation by calling (508) 676-7369. Price is $15.95 for Adults and $10.95 for Children 10 and under. We have a new menu including: Pancakes, Bacon, Sausage, Eggs, Croissant, Juice & Coffee for both Adults & Kids. Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar and Grill, 1082 Davol St., Fall River.

Sunday Wellness Program (11:00am-3:00pm)
Free Sunday Wellness Program from 11am-3pm at the Greater New Bedford Boys and Girls Club. Zumba, nutrition, yoga, smoking cessation, mediation and free massage therapy! Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Bedford, 166 Jenney St., New Bedford.

Carnival for a Cause (12:00pm-4:00pm)
Come join the sisters of Iota Delta Nu for our second annual Carnival for a Cause! All proceeds will be donated to the New Bedford Women’s Center. Enjoy our carnival style mini games, raffles, music, food, entertainment, and more!! All off campus guests please park in lot 7. All guests are welcome to this family friendly event. There will be signs directing you from the entrance of campus. UMass Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Rd. Dartmouth.

15th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention (12:00pm-7:00pm)
The Boston Tattoo Convention brings hundreds of tattoo artists from around the world, right to you. This is your opportunity to meet, talk with and get your new ink done by the best around! The 15th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention is 3 days of incredible tattoos, unique vendors, burlesque and circus acts and live bands. Come get tattooed, shop for an artist, or have a drink in the beer garden while checking out your favorite local acts.900 Boylston St., Boston.

Kid’s Ninja Warrior Competition (Ages 7-12) (1:30pm)
We’re excited to be having our first ever Kid’s Ninja Warrior competition (Ages 7-12), and you’re invited. Spectators watch for free. Competition open to the first 30 athletes to sign-up and must be done in person at AMP Academy. $10 Entry Fee due at time of sign-up. Four stages with varying obstacles. Athletes get two attempts for each obstacle. Athletes to get the furthest the fastest move on to the next stage. Top 3 athletes win prizes! Shoes with rubber soles are recommended. Foam soles will make grip on obstacles difficult. Grand Prizes: 1st Place – $100, One Month Unlimited Open Gym, T-shirt, Water Bottle. 2nd Place – One Month Unlimited Open Gym, T-shirt, Water Bottle. 3rd Place – T-shirt, Water Bottle. AMP Academy, 288 Plymouth Ave, Fl 3rd, Fall River.

20,000 Leagues! Family Theater Fun at the Zeiterion (2:00pm)
The classic science-fiction novel by Jules Vern is brought to life in this colorful, multi-media musical presentation. Follow Captain Nemo, Professor Elaine Aronnax, and harpooner Ned Lands as they explore the undersea world as described with fascinating accuracy and detail in Verne’s 19th century novel. This lively stage adaptation encourages the audience’s imaginations, encompassing actors in a lavish background of stunning oceanography, allowing for an authentic glimpse through the Nautilus’ porthole into an ethereal underwater world as the drama between the crew members unfolds within the ship’s hold. Tickets: $10/13.