On Saturday August 17, 2013 internationally acclaimed artist Ken Richards will be celebrating the opening of his New Bedford studio by hosting a gala Art Exhibit and cocktail party to raise money and awareness for United Way of Greater New Bedford Hunger Commission. Richards will donate 5% of all sales …
Read More »New Bedford’s Play in the Park and Summer Food Program Enrolled Program Sites
The New Bedford Parks Recreation & Beaches Department is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all eligible children free of charge. Children who are part of households that receive benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly foods stamps), or benefits under the …
Read More »Saturday June 8th is “Gifts To Give” Night at The Bay Sox!
Join us for a wonderful evening of collegiate baseball. Saturday, June 8th at 6:30pm. Paul Walsh Field in New Bedford. Thanks to our sponsors * ALL Children get in FREE! This is a wonderful opportunity for the entire family to spend quality time together. Parents, Grandparents, Aunts Uncles, Cousins, Friends and Neighbors. …
Read More »New Bedford High Honor Society Presents $1,000 Check to Schwartz Center
Today, May 29, 2013 at the New Bedford High School, seniors in the National Honor Society presented a $1,000 check to the Schwartz Center for Children, funds raised through a teacher talent show they organized. Mary Hodgson, the CEO of the Schwartz Center was there to receive the check and …
Read More »National Honor Society Students Raise Funds for Schwartz Center for Children
On Wednesday, May 29th at 1:00 p.m., in the Little Theater at New Bedford High School, National Honor Society students will present the Schwartz Center for Children with funds raised in a talent show. New Bedford High School seniors in the National Honor Society successfully organized and ran the teacher …
Read More »Operation Clean Sweep to Kick-Off Series of Neighborhood Cleanups in New Bedford on Earth Day
Operation Clean Sweep, a New Bedford based anti-litter organization, will hold the first of its series of 2013 neighborhood cleanups on Saturday, May 4th, 2013 in Ward 2 from 8:30 am until Noon. The Ward 2 cleanup will be hosted by the Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District and …
Read More »$120,000 Raised for Family Caring for Child with Special Needs
The Team Noah Foundation is joined by Cameron’s Kids, and the Traver / Jordan Alves Foundation (TJA), to build a home addition for 62-year-old grandmother caring for her grandchild with special needs and his sibling. The 20 by 30 foot addition will include a basement for storage, a handicap accessible …
Read More »YWCA’s Red Dress Fashion Show and Silent Auction
On February 26th, the YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts will celebrate its 10th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show and Silent Auction. While numerous events highlight the ‘red dress’ in the month of February, the YWCA has a legacy for hosting a night to remember. Pair a great cause, food, entertainment, a …
Read More »3rd Annual “Souper Bowl” Fundraiser To Feed The Homeless
The Mercy Meals & More’s 3rd Annual “Souper Bowl” Fundraiser is a fundraiser designed to provide food and hope to the hungry in New Bedford. Come sample and vote on your favorite soup from local restaurants. A suggested donation of $5 (you can donate more!) will go towards funding future meals for the homeless. …
Read More »Project New Bedford’s “Have Mercy” Fund Raiser on February 16th
Project New Bedford is having a ‘Have Mercy!!” fundraiser to help raise funds for Mercy Meals and More, Mobile Loaves and Fishes, and P.A.C.E. at Rasputin’s Tavern (122 Main Street, Fairhaven, MA) on February 16th at 7pm. Tickets are $10 prior to the event, or $15 at the door. Ticket …
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