Another spectacular weekend of weather is ahead, with only one minor “speed bump” as you race around the South Coast enjoying the many things to do: a thunderstorm is likely at some point on Sunday. Otherwise, we’ll have some pleasantly cool mornings and evenings that hover around 60 degrees and the days will hit a high of 79 degrees. So put on your shoes, hop in the car, boat or on your bike and seize the day!

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? Check out our tutorial. For more info, you can click on each title. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!

Friday, August 15th

Apponagansett Summer Concert Series: Batteries Not Included (Dartmouth) (5:30pm-8:30pm)
Apponagansett Park, Gulf Road. Near the Padanaram Bridge, adjacent to the Town Landing. $5.00 per person at gate. $4.00 per person in advance. Children under 12 free.

New Bedford Summer Sound Series – Jammin’ (Bob Marley Tribute Band) (6-8pm)
A tribute to Bob Marley that plays all the classic Bob Marley tracks like “Could you be loved” and “Three little birds.”

Painting with a Splash: Drink Wine, Stay Calm & Orchid (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.

Four Legged Faithful at No Problemo (10:00pm)
Head to everyone’s favorite place to chow down and listen to the sounds of Four Legged Faithful’s members Matthew Migliori, Joseph Pierog, Jon Kaplan, Nathan Pelletier as they showcase Genre Americana/Folk/Bluegrass. NO COVER CHARGE!

Saturday, August 16th

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.

Edaville’s Hello Kitty Weekend (10:00am-5:00pm)
Edaville USA is super excited for Hello Kitty Weekend! Everyone’s favorite internationally loved kitten has come to Edaville USA. Come enjoy hugs from the Kitty herself and some great photo opportunities. These special days includes unlimited use of the park and a 20 minute train ride through the picturesque woodlands and cranberry bogs.

Chalk-Full-O-Fun street painting festival (Onset) (10:00am-6:00pm)
Chalk “paintings” will be created on the walkways and other surfaces around Prospect Park in Onset Village. Artist sign-in begins at 9am. Artists are encouraged to pre-register by email: onsetstreetpaintfest@yahoo.com to reserve a box of soft pastel chalk. The registration fee is $5. A cup of chalk, for a $2 donation , will be available at the registration table for anyone wishing to fill a smaller square on the community chalk walk with their own designs. Later in the evening Onset’s noted “Illumination Night” takes place along the shores of Onset Bay. Come and join the fun! Corner of Onset Avenue and Union Avenue in Onset Village, Wareham. Prospect Park, Onset.

Create Hands On! (12:00pm-5:30pm)
Have a FUN time with tons of paints, tons of giggles, tons of parents and kids having a blast together!! Create Hands On is an innovate, fun, family-oriented experience that revolves around creating a number of high quality arts & crafts projects for boys and girls – whether as a drop-in visit or when you book one of their incredibly popular birthday parties. Not only is it an effortless and effective way to have fun and connect with your kids, but tapping into your child’s creative side his lifelong benefits!

11th annual Southcoast Artists Open Studio Tour (12:00pm)
Taking place in studio at Little Compton, Tiverton, Dartmouth and Westport. For information on studios participating visit www.southcoastartists.org. Saturday, August 16, 2014, 12:00 PM – Sunday, August 17, 2014, 1:00 PM. Little Compton, Tiverton, Dartmouth and Westport.

Veterans Appreciation Day (Westport) (12:00pm-6:00pm)
At the VFW Post 8502 in Westport. Get to know our local veterans, bring the whole family. Food, refreshments, live entertainment, raffles, kids area, free pony rides and more. Sponsored by the American Legion #145. (508) 678-9888. 843 State Road.

Painting with a Splash: Moonlit Trees (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.

Union City Bar & Grille: Present “Jazzoetry” (8:30pm & 10:30pm)
Union City Bar & Grille: Present “Jazzoetry” with Armsted Christian & Peaceful Flight and featuring Iva Brito, 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m. donation $10.

Sunday, August 17th

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.

Edaville’s Hello Kitty Weekend (10:00am-5:00pm)
Edaville USA is super excited for Hello Kitty Weekend! Everyone’s favorite internationally loved kitten has come to Edaville USA. Come enjoy hugs from the Kitty herself and some great photo opportunities. These special days includes unlimited use of the park and a 20 minute train ride through the picturesque woodlands and cranberry bogs.

Painting with a Splash: Yellow Daisy (2:00pm)
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.

Want to sponsor this weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details.

In the eight weeks since New Bedford first rolled out its new automated curbside collection system for trash and recyclables, the City has attained an unprecedented recycling rate and significantly reduced the amount of waste sent to its landfill. New Bedford’s new collection program began on June 23, 2014 and was designed and implemented to increase recycling citywide, reduce litter on city streets, and decrease the amount of solid waste sent to the Crapo Hill landfill.

Under the new curbside collection system, City residents and business owners place trash and recyclables curbside in uniform wheeled carts. The carts are emptied by ABC Disposal’s automated trucks which are equipped with mechanized arms and fueled by compressed natural gas.

“We have received a tremendous amount of positive feedback from residents about the new system. They appreciate the cleaner streets, the sturdy, easy-to-use wheeled carts and the simplicity of the single-stream recycling program. It has been a transition for everyone and throughout the process the City has been open to feedback and has made adjustments to the program where necessary,” said Kenneth Blanchard, Director of Public Facilities and Fleet Management.

In the months leading up to the implementation of the new system, the City was collecting an average of 278 tons of recyclables curbside monthly. In the first full month the new system was online that number spiked to 562 tons of recyclables collected during the month of July. In comparing the same time period, the City collected an average of 3,021 tons of solid waste monthly with the old system and just 2,469 tons of solid waste was collected curbside in July. Officials say the sharp increase in recycling and significant decrease in solid waste disposal will help New Bedford prolong the life of the Crapo Hill Landfill.

Marissa Perez-Dormitzer, District Recycling Coordinator for the Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District said, “There has been a tremendous increase in the amount of recyclables set out by residents and businesses. The tonnage has more than doubled. Residents tell me they used to fill one or two blue bins and now with the carts, they are recycling significantly more.”

The City is closely monitoring the implementation of its new system and continues to educate the public about the program. In February, the City launched a public education and outreach campaign around the program and continues to provide guidance to residents and business owners. Coordinators have met with many organizations and associations to provide information about the program and help answer questions. Inspectors have been knocking on doors, speaking directly with residents and sharing information with them to help them learn the proper way to set out trash and recyclables.

Here are a few helpful tips to properly set out trash and recyclables and avoid fines:

• Do not overfill the carts. The cart lids must be fully closed.
• Recycle loose clean bottles, cans, jugs, jars, paper and cardboard together in the cart with the orange lid. Do not put trash, food, clothing, plastic bags, plastic wrap, or Styrofoam into the recycling carts. List of Recyclable Materials
• Do not set out regular barrels, blue bins or bags curbside.
• Do not put your cart out earlier than 5:00 P.M. on the day before your scheduled collection day.
• Call ABC Disposal at (508) 999-2619 to schedule a bulky item pickup.

Beginning on Labor Day, the City will issue warnings if trash and recyclables are not properly set out on the designated collection day. The grace period for non-compliance will expire on September 30, 2014 and violations will result in fines thereafter.

The City of New Bedford Solid Waste and Recycling Ordinance informational flyer is available here: Solid Waste and Recycling Ordinance Informational Flyer. The ordinances describe how property owners and occupants must comply with the program and outline the fee schedule for failing to comply with the solid waste and recycling collection ordinances.

Places To Go was founded by New Bedford native Ed Pacheco in October 2011

How would it feel to be able to paint the town red with some of your best friends or family and not worry about the driving part? Go to a baseball game, concert or bachelor/bachelorette party? Head to the airport without having to arrange parking or make arrange to be dropped off?

Imagine no stress over traffic. No clamoring to find a designated driver. No arrangements. Just time focused on what’s important: having a good old fashioned time. To memories.

What if I told there is a business dedicated to just that? Right here in New Bedford?

Founded in October of 2011 and managed by New Bedford native Ed Pacheco, Places to Go, LLC is a transportation company that will take you and your group to and from any special event. They will drop you off at T.F. Green airport (Massport Recognized) or at port for the Fast Ferry. At Providence Amtrak Station. Take you and the gals or guys out to celebrate your friend’s last night as an unmarried person. Have an elderly or handicapped friend or family that needs transportation? Done.

Going beyond event that, Places To Go has some rather unique services: they offer some great rates on Tailgate Packages allowing you and the crew to focus all your energy on rooting for the Sox or Patriots. If you are a oenophile like me, they will take you up and down the local wine trails, letting you sample the region’s best wines on their premises. They are one of the sponsors of the Dunkin Donuts center and get great deals on select family venues there and also at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Rhode Island. Stay tuned to their special rates page to keep updated!

They offer all of these services throughout New Bedford, Dartmouth, Acushnet, Fairhaven and Providence, RI. Best of all is that they do it in style. The fleet of vehicles includes a number of 6 passenger caravans, a 7 passenger van, and a 10 passenger van – dubbed “Big Manny” in honor of Pacheco’s grandfather – which has been converted into a luxurious limovan that will make you feel like you feel like you are in an episode of Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous! It has a large-screen TV, Blu-Ray player, bar, coffee maker and more amenities! Currently you can enjoy 3 hours in their limovan (holds 8 people) for only $225!

Mr. Pacheco’s 15 years experience in the management and healthcare industries means you get professional, organized, and thorough service that trickles down to his staff. All the drivers are not only CPR certified, but go through a rigorous interview process: background and reference checks, a drug screening process, criminal and driving record checks.

The biggest kicker of all, is that you get this fantastic, professional service at a rate that won’t break the wallet or purse. Ed’s affordable rates allow anyone and everyone to enjoy what Places To Go has to offer. Receiving a Places To Go gift certificate from a loved one will of course make it even easier to afford!

These factors are directly responsible for the skyrocketing success that Places To Go has experienced in less than 3 years. That sort of thing does not happen by accident. Read some of the many testimonials on the Facebook and website. Great service. Reliable, new vehicles. Backed up with a decade and a half experience at an affordable rate is clearly the recipe for a successful transportation business.

And that is just the beginning of big things, considering Place To Go has intentions of growing even further in the next 1-2 years as part of a strategic growth plan. Important to manager Ed Pacheco is that he gives back to the community that contributed to the success of Places To Go. He regularly gives back with an annual food drive and by supporting local, small businesses – proudly purchasing gas, supplies, and everything else needed to fuel his business right here in New Bedford.

So, if you have places to go and want to do so free of worry, you can have confidence that Places To Go will get you there and back home safely!

Places To Go, LLC

651 Orchard St, New Bedford, 02744
PO Box 87081, South Dartmouth, Massachusetts 02748
Phone: (774) 202-7756
Email: ed_pacheco@placestogosouthcoast.com

Phone Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Sat/Sun: 5:30AM-2:30PM
Holidays: Weekend schedule.
ALL calls are returned within 24 hours!

Website: placestogosouthcoast.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/pages/Places-To-GoLLC/204375009636115

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Get ready! Coming to New Bedford for the very first time is the annual Southeastern Massachusetts Walk to End Alzheimer’s®. One of many walks that occur nationwide, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

The walk is set for Sunday, September 28th at 8:30 a.m. at Fort Taber in New Bedford. Walk organizers have opened online registration and encourage walkers to form teams. There is no fee to participate, however teams and individuals can set up a free online fundraising webpage. Prizes will be awarded to top fundraisers.

Monies raised will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association MA/NH Chapter. James Wessler, President/CEO says, “The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is critically important to funding cutting edge research as well and support services for people who are living with the disease.” Of great benefit are the many FREE programs and support services offered by the association for those dealing with Alzheimer’s.

The event will include an opening ceremony and special tribute paid to those who have experienced Alzheimer’s. The event will be emcee’d by Ashley Bendiksen of New Bedford who will provide remarks on her experience caring for her mother who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s at 48 years old. Other highlights for the Walk include free refreshments, children’s activities, a resource fair featuring local service providers and the opportunity to learn more about the services the Alzheimer’s Association provides. 

In addition, Wessler adds, “The Southeastern Massachusetts Walk will also increase public awareness about this difficult disease. The Walk committee is already working hard to make it a powerful experience for everyone who participates.”

Let’s face it… We all know someone who has been affected by Alzheimer’s. Whether it’s a parent, grandparent, spouse, brother/sister, or even a child, Alzheimer’s is growing and affecting families at overwhelming rates. We know the challenge and devastation the disease brings to those who are diagnosed – as well as to those who provide love and care.

This September, you can do something positive to raise awareness, further research, fund support services, and effect change. This September, Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

For information or to participate in the Southeastern Massachusetts Walk to End Alzheimer’s, call 800-272-3900 or visit www.alzwalkMANH.org. The walk is also seeking vendors for its resource fair as well as corporate and community donors and sponsors.
 
About the Alzheimer’s Association:
The Alzheimer Association provides services and programs for those with Alzheimer’s, family and professional caregivers in the form of support groups, a 24/7 Helpline, care consultation, advocacy efforts, and education programs. The Alzheimer’s Association is also the world’s leading nonprofit funder of research into causes, treatments and, someday, a cure. For more information about Alzheimer programs, visit www.alz.org/MANH or call 617.868.6720.

PERFECT weekend ahead in terms of weather. We’ll be locked at a high of 80 degrees all weekend with lows of around 60 degrees. No rain whatsoever and only a few clouds on Friday. So now you have absolutely no excuse to hit the road anjoy the goings-on all over the South Coast and beyond!

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? Check out our tutorial. For more info, you can click on each title. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!

Friday, August 8th

Sunset Music Series: Blues Train (Westport) (6:00pm-8:00pm)
It’s a picnic style event, and attendees may bring their own food or enjoy a variety of delicacies from Compton Clambakes & Catering and once again a raw bar will be provided by Cuttyhunk Shellfish Farms. Don’t forget a blanket, chairs, bug spray, glasses and a cork screw. Admission is $10 per carload (Buses are $30) and beer, wine and local food will be served for a fee. The event is weather permitting and NO ALCOHOL MAY BE BROUGHT TO THE EVENT.

New Bedford Summer Sound Series – The Oh Nos (Beatles Tribute Band) – 6-8pm)
The Oh Nos!! – A Beatles tribute band that plays all the classic Beatles tracks like “All you need is love” and “Hello Goodbye.

Marion Concert Band: “Music From Across the Pond” (6:00pm-7:00pm)
Concert will be held at the Robert Broomhead Bandstand. Island Wharf, Front St.

Painting with a Splash: Palm on the Beach & 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, August 9th

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.

Edaville’s Berenstain Bears Weekend (10:00am-5:00pm)
Meet the internationally loved original Treehouse Family. The Berenstain bear family will be out on our event field for some great photo opportunities. Special box-lunches will be available in KC’s Café so you and your family can picnic in the field with them. These special days include unlimited use of the park and a 20 minute train ride through the picturesque woodlands and cranberry bogs. All rides and attractions are included in general park admission, so guests will be able to visit Dinoland and also enjoy unlimited use of all park amusements.

The 7th Annual Art Drive (Dartmouth) (10:00am-5:00pm)
Open studio event to feature “Flippin’ Flounder” exhibit along outdoor route through Dartmouth Westport. Featuring 36 artists from Dartmouth and Westport in a variety of media. For more information visit www.the-art-drive.com.

Learn to quahog at Camp Massasoit (11:00am-12:30pm)
Learn to quahog at Camp Massasoit. dig and release event unless you have a Mattapoisett Shellfish permit. Registration required, email bayadventures@savebuzzardsbay.org or call (508) 999-6262, ext. 219. End of Reservation Road.

Blowout 2014 at Horseneck Holy Ghost Grounds (12:00pm-10:00pm)
Good Fun for Good Causes…Each year, we have an amazing summer celebration with long time friends, new friends and our community to help someone who needs our support. This year our special guest is Terri Luanna daSilva, a courageous 39-year-old young mother who was diagnosed with Stage IV Metastatic Breast Cancer in October of 2011. Please help us, help Terri. Let’s make this a special day!

8th Annual Cigarette Poker Run! (Fall River)(12:00pm)
Join us at Borden Light Marina, home of The Tipsy Seagull for the Eighth Annual Cigarette Poker Run! View speed boats from around the nation as they prepare to take off Saturday at noon! Interested in participating?! Send us an email, or give us a call, there is still room! The Tipsy Seagull 1 Ferry St. Fall River, Mass. For more info visit www.bordenlightmarina.com.

Book signing and summer sale at Nothin’ Crazy (2:00pm-4:00pm)
Nothin’ Crazy will be hosting a book signing with Elyse Major. Elyse, a local author, known for her her craft tutorials and popular blog Tinkered Treasures, hopes to inspire others to enjoy making things without worries of perfection. Elyse also regularly contributes features and articles to magazines such as Romantic Homes, Romantic Country and French Country Style. Stop by to meet her yourself and get your copy of her book!

Painting with a Splash: Kids/Family Paint – Tropical Sunset / Adult: Van Gogh (11:30am then 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, August 10th

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.

Edaville’s Berenstain Bears Weekend (10:00am-5:00pm)
Meet the internationally loved original Treehouse Family. The Berenstain bear family will be out on our event field for some great photo opportunities. Special box-lunches will be available in KC’s Café so you and your family can picnic in the field with them. These special days include unlimited use of the park and a 20 minute train ride through the picturesque woodlands and cranberry bogs. All rides and attractions are included in general park admission, so guests will be able to visit Dinoland and also enjoy unlimited use of all park amusements.

2nd Annual Cruisin for St. Jude’s (Fall River) (12:00pm-5:00pm)
Presented by Saint Anne’s Fraternity. Car show registration 10 a.m. judging for show 2-3 p.m. $20 per adult, $1 donation per child. All proceeds to benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital. (508) 679-4314 for information. 144 Guild St.

Want to sponsor this weekend guide? Contact info@newbedfordguide.com for more details.

Mayor Jon Mitchell and New Bedford Emergency Management Director Mark Mahoney today urged City residents and business owners to take basic preparedness measures to mitigate the risk of property damage, injuries and loss of life in the event of a tropical storm or hurricane. Mayor Mitchell declared the month of August 2014 as Hurricane Preparedness Month in New Bedford.

“Tropical Storm Irene in 2011, Hurricane Sandy in 2012, and most recently Hurricane Arthur which dumped eight inches of rainfall on New Bedford, remind us all how important it is to be prepared for severe weather including heavy rain and strong winds,” said Mark Mahoney, Emergency Management Director.

According to NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, the 2014 Atlantic Hurricane Season brings a 70 percent likelihood of 8 to 13 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 3 to 6 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 1 to 2 major hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5; winds of 111 mph or higher). Though Atlantic Hurricane Season officially began on June 1st and continues through November 30th, 75% of the 40 tropical storm systems that have impacted this region over the last 100 years have occurred during the months of August and September.

“I encourage every resident and business owner in New Bedford to take the potential for severe weather seriously. Preparation is the best way to reduce the likelihood of injury or property damage in the event of a hurricane or tropical storm—know the risks, take steps to prepare, and stay informed,” said Mayor Jon Mitchell.

The following information on emergency preparedness is provided by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and the City of New Bedford Emergency Management Department:

1. Know Your Risk
Understand the hazards that are associated with hurricanes, and what risks they bring. The biggest hazards associated with tropical storms and hurricanes include storm surge and storm tide, heavy rainfall and inland flooding, as well as high winds. These hazards can cause property damage, widespread loss of power, and catastrophic flooding both inland and along the coast.

In New Bedford, it may be necessary to evacuate parts of the city to protect residents from storm surge flooding. In all but the most severe storms, the area of evacuation will be those low-lying areas outside the New Bedford Hurricane Barrier. Evacuation is also an option for residents living outside potential flood areas who feel more comfortable “riding out” the storm in the safety and security of a mass care hurricane shelter. Residents and businesses are urged to heed evacuation orders from city officials when issued.

2. Be Prepared
There are important steps everyone should take to prepare themselves and their family for the next hurricane or tropical storm. Being prepared reduces the risk of property damage, injury or death.

• Be prepared to Evacuate or Shelter in Place;
• Ensure your family is prepared by building an Emergency Kit and developing a Communication Plan;
• Prepare your home and property for a hurricane.

3. Stay Informed
Stay informed throughout Hurricane Season: know how to receive warnings and alerts, and critical information before and during a storm.

• The Emergency Alert System (EAS) via radio and television.
• Local “Reverse 9-1-1” type notification systems. These systems may require opt-in/registration in advance, so check with your local public safety officials about which systems are used in your community and how to register.
• Wireless Emergency Alerts.
• MEMA’s free Massachusetts Alerts app that delivers critical information to your smartphone. To receive emergency information on your smartphone, including severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service and emergency information from MEMA, download the Massachusetts Alerts free app. To learn more about Massachusetts Alerts, and for information on how to download the free app (called Ping4Alerts!) onto your smartphone, visit: www.mass.gov/mema/mobileapp.
• All Hazards National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio.
• U.S. Coast Guard Marine Broadcast
• Traditional media.
• MEMA’s Twitter or Facebook accounts or social media accounts of a public safety agency in your community.
• A message on Teletypewriters (TTY).

Other sources of important information:

• National Hurricane Center – http://www.nhc.noaa.gov
• National Weather Service (Taunton) – http://www.weather.gov/box/
• National Weather Service (Albany) – http://www.weather.gov/aly/
• Federal Emergency Management Agency – http://www.ready.gov/hurricanes

For additional information about Hurricane Preparedness, please visit the City of New Bedford Emergency Management page.

Briam Granado and All Out Fitness will be hosting a fundraiser on August 10th for area youth who wish to take up recreational or competitive boxing. There will be music, food, boxing and all the Zumba you can handle! Proceeds will pay for competition unifroms and memberships for kids from low income households.

Facebook: facebook.com/all.outfitness

This weekend will be a mild one in terms of temperatures. Much cooler than the past few weekends. Friday will hit the weekend high of 82 degrees and it will drop from there and be in the low 70s on Saturday and Sunday. While there will be periodic rain on Saturday and Sunday will have a few thunderstorms there is no reason not to go out and enjoy the many things to do in the South Coast. We’re not wicked witches of the Wast – we won’t melt! What a world!

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? Check out our tutorial. For more info, you can click on each title. Know of another event this weekend? Post a reply!

Friday, August 1st

100th Celebration of the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament (12:00pm-12:00am)
The New Bedford Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, a.k.a. the Portuguese Feast, a.k.a. Madeira Feast is the largest event the city has every year. More than that, it is the largest Portuguese feast in the world and the largest ethnic festival in New England. The feast was founded in 1915 by four Madeiran immigrants who wanted to recreate the festivities of their home island. READ MORE by clicking on thread title.

Sunset Music Series: Jumpin’ Juba (Westport) (6:00pm-8:00pm)
It’s a picnic style event, and attendees may bring their own food or enjoy a variety of delicacies from Compton Clambakes & Catering and once again a raw bar will be provided by Cuttyhunk Shellfish Farms. Don’t forget a blanket, chairs, bug spray, glasses and a cork screw. Admission is $10 per carload (Buses are $30) and beer, wine and local food will be served for a fee. The event is weather permitting and NO ALCOHOL MAY BE BROUGHT TO THE EVENT.

The Sounds of Music (7:00pm)
To celebrate its 25th Season of bringing the best of Broadway to Southern New England, Festival Theatre will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical, THE SOUND OF MUSIC – “the happiest sound in all the world” – July 25–August 3, 2014 for 7 performances at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, New Bedford, MA. Tickets: https://ticketing.zeiterion.org/public/

Disco night at the Mattapoisett YMCA (7:00pm)
Boogie on down to the hits from the 70’s at our Disco Dance Party on the waterfront of the Mattapoisett YMCA! Dress to impress in your retro threads & platforms or come in your favorite 70’s themed character. This 21+ evening will feature a cash bar, prize for best 70’s outfit, light appetizers, & disco dance lessons. Be there or be square! Proceeds will benefit the Gleason Family YMCA & Mattapoisett YMCA Annual Campaign, which provides financial assistance to families that could otherwise not affords membership or programs. Tickets available at the Gleason Family YMCA and Mattapoisett YMCA or online at ymcasouthcoast.org. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on the night of the event. Phone: 508-295-9622. Email: clongfield@ymcasouthcoast.org.

Painting with a Splash: Van Gogh Starry Night w/ Fitz (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.

Star players of Bristol County: “GREASE” (7:30pm)
You loved the movie and the songs! Now experience it live! A full ensemble cast that may actually do it better than the original! Showing from August 1-24th. Adults-$28.00, Senior/Student/Member-$25.00 (25 or younger with student I.D. or 65+). Child/Group-$22.00 (Child is 12 years old or under, group is 20 or more.)

Saturday, August 2nd

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.

Vietnam History Day (Fall River) (9:00am-5:00pm)
At Battleship Cove. Free admission to all Vietnam Veterans all day long. Activities include helicopter making “fun”shop, helmet decoration “fun”shop and more. $15, $12 seniors, veterans and AAA members, $9 children 6-12, free for children under 6 and military personnel in uniform. Battleship Cove features the world’s largest collection of historic naval ships; five National Historic Landmarks; and Massachusetts’ official veterans memorials for World War II and the Korean, Vietnam, etc.

Four local authors signing (Westport) (10:00am-12:00pm)
Partners Village Store presents book signings from four local authors. Participating authors include David Cole, author of “Lucky Me,” John Conway, author of “Buckrammer’s Tales,” John “Red Cummings, author of “Cream of the Crop…Fall River’s Best and Brightest,” and Lynne Ann Hartnett, author of The Defiant Life of Vera Figner.” FREE! For more information, visit www.partnersvillagestore.com. Saturday, August 2, 2014, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 865 Main Road.

Edaville’s Western Weekend (10:00am-5:00pm)
It’s an all new adventure along the tracks. Come dressed in your best cowboy and cowgirl attire all weekend long. The train’s been stopped by a gang of bank robbers, and only you can help find the stolen money! All are welcome so bring the whole family, and make sure to go on all the rides, and see all the fun! Dinoland is included in this admission.

100th Celebration of the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament (12:00pm-12:00am)
The New Bedford Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, a.k.a. the Portuguese Feast, a.k.a. Madeira Feast is the largest event the city has every year. More than that, it is the largest Portuguese feast in the world and the largest ethnic festival in New England. The feast was founded in 1915 by four Madeiran immigrants who wanted to recreate the festivities of their home island. READ MORE by clicking on thread title.

Painting with a Splash: Sunset Beach w/ Ann (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.

The Sounds of Music (7:00pm)
To celebrate its 25th Season of bringing the best of Broadway to Southern New England, Festival Theatre will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical, THE SOUND OF MUSIC – “the happiest sound in all the world” – July 25–August 3, 2014 for 7 performances at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, New Bedford, MA. Tickets: https://ticketing.zeiterion.org/public/

Sunday, August 3rd

100th Celebration of the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament (12:00pm-12:00am)
The New Bedford Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, a.k.a. the Portuguese Feast, a.k.a. Madeira Feast is the largest event the city has every year. More than that, it is the largest Portuguese feast in the world and the largest ethnic festival in New England. The feast was founded in 1915 by four Madeiran immigrants who wanted to recreate the festivities of their home island. READ MORE by clicking on thread title.

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.

Edaville’s Western Weekend (10:00am-5:00pm)
It’s an all new adventure along the tracks. Come dressed in your best cowboy and cowgirl attire all weekend long. The train’s been stopped by a gang of bank robbers, and only you can help find the stolen money! All are welcome so bring the whole family, and make sure to go on all the rides, and see all the fun! Dinoland is included in this admission.

The Sounds of Music (2:00pm)
To celebrate its 25th Season of bringing the best of Broadway to Southern New England, Festival Theatre will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical, THE SOUND OF MUSIC – “the happiest sound in all the world” – July 25–August 3, 2014 for 7 performances at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, New Bedford, MA. Tickets: https://ticketing.zeiterion.org/public/

Painting with a Splash: Yellow Flower Cottage w/ Ann (2:00pm)
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.

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Edaville USA is geared up for our wildly fun Western Weekend being held on August 2nd and 3rd. It’s a rootin’ tootin’ good time on the railway this weekend. Cowboys and cowgirls are welcome in costume to Edaville all weekend long. It’s an all new adventure along the tracks. The train’s been stopped by a gang of bank robbers, and only you can help find the stolen money. Make sure to go on all the rides, and come see all the fun.

All rides and attractions are included in general park admission, so guests will be able to visit Dinoland and also enjoy unlimited use of all park amusements. General admission will be $23, with free entrance to guests under the age of 2, and $20 for seniors. Tickets can be purchased online by visiting www.edaville.com or at the park entrance.

About Edaville USA:
Edaville USA is a family fun amusement park located in South Carver, Mass. The park features train rides through picturesque cranberry bogs, vintage amusement rides, indoor and outdoor play spaces, and new attractions such as Dinoland and newly acquired modern rides. Edaville USA also hosts different events throughout the fall and winter, such as Pumpkins Aglow and an Annual Christmas Festival of Lights. For more information and to keep an eye out for upcoming events, exciting offers and updates, find Edaville USA on Facebook, or visit the website at edaville.com</a?.

WHAT: 26th Annual Walk to Benefit the Schwartz Center for Children
WHEN: Sunday, September 14th, 2014, starting at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Fort Taber in New Bedford, MA
PRE-REGISTER AT: SchwartzCenterWalk.org

The Schwartz Center for Children has just kicked off its ‘Walk With Us’ online fundraising campaign, and will hold their symbolic 26th annual Walk, to be held rain or shine, on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Fort Taber in New Bedford, MA. The 3.5-mile loop around Fort Taber starts at 8:30 a.m. with check-in and family-friendly activities and music to follow. The Walk start time is 9:30 a.m., after a few words from New Bedford’s Mayor. To join the ‘Walk With Us’ campaign, register at: SchwartzCenterWalk.org.
About Schwartz Center for Children:

The Schwartz Center for Children is a nonprofit organization with offices at 1 Posa Place in Dartmouth, MA. It has been serving children with a variety of special medical and developmental needs from birth to age 21 in Southeastern Massachusetts since 1947. Services include a Day School, Early Intervention Program, Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, Regional Consultation Program, Pediatric Specialty Clinics, and a variety of other programs. For more information visit: schwartzcenter.org