Events

The Charles W. Morgan, a National Historic Landmark vessel and the last wooden whaleship in the world, departed Mystic Seaport to begin her 38th Voyage on Saturday, May 17. The ship was towed down the Mystic River and over to nearby New London, Conn., the first stop on what will …

On Friday May 23, 2014, Troop 7 New Bedford has partnered with the Martinez family to sponsor a Community Blood Drive in honor of Mily Martinez. Ms. Martinez is a fun loving, courageous, 21 year old young lady suffering from Lupus since the age of 6, and is currently on …

Endangered Species Day Friday, May 16 from 10:00am-1:00pm Cost: Free with zoo admission Celebrate National Endangered Species Day at the Zoo! Take a walking tour of our current and former endangered species, grab an endangered species coloring sheet and visit a discovery station to learn the stories of some of …

The month of June will be “Celebrating Success Month” in the New Bedford Public Schools. Superintendent Pia Durkin and the New Bedford School Committee launched the initiative this week to identify and highlight success stories from the current school year. “Too often, we hear only about what is wrong with …

The concert takes place at the school’s main campus, 190 Ashley Boulevard in New Bedford. It will include performances, raffles and refreshments. The event will feature the Larry Brown Swinglane Jazz Orchestra with special appearances by the GLCPS Band and Jazz Band. “The auditorium will be set up like a …

Last I checked the saying was “April showers bring May flowers.” Apparently, just for New England it’s been modified: “April showers bring May showers.” Harumph. After a shower or two on Friday we’ll have some morning rain followed by a cloudy day. We’ll take it! Sunday there will be a …

In October 2007, District Attorney Sam Sutter launched a unique volunteer initiative within his office to make a difference in communities throughout Bristol County. To date, his staff has contributed more than 19,000 hours of service! Each year District Attorney Sutter conducts a volunteer fair for his staff to meet …

For the community of New Bedford, there are a few reasons why 2014 is a special year.  For one, it will mark the homecoming of the whaling ship the Charles S. Morgan.  It will also mark the 100th New Bedford Feast of the Blessed Sacrament. The New Bedford Feast of …

When: Wednesday May 21st, 2014 – 1:30pm-6:30pm Where: Fairhaven Rec Center, 227 Huttleston Ave, Fairhaven, MA 02719 Fairhaven, MA: The George H. Taber Masonic Lodge and the Red Cross are teaming up for another blood drive at the Fairhaven Rec Center. It will take place on Wednesday, May 21st 2014, …