Events

The Rotch Jones Duff House and Garden Museum will offer two programs especially tailored for children, but sure to engage the whole family at our AHA! Evening on Thursday, July 11th. From 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tim Donohue, director of Yoga for Kids, will introduce the basics of yoga with …

On Thursday, July 11, AHA! (Art, History, Architecture) night, you’ll have the chance to walk the streets of 19th century New Bedford, hear the Youth Ambassador Program AND the Toe Jam Puppet Band, all in one evening! From 6:00-8:00 PM, travel to the past as the 1850s ladies Ruth and …

Authors of Spinner Publications’ new book, A Picture History of New Bedford, Volume 1, will be on hand to sign books at the Spinner Publications office, 164 William Street on AHA Night, Thursday, July 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. During the evening, there will be a preview showing of …

Mayor Jon Mitchell has announced the 2013 summer concert series for seniors, sponsored by the Mayor’s Office. This lively free concert series will feature musical performances on Wednesday evenings this summer at New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park. The 2013 Summer Concert Series is a great opportunity for seniors to enjoy a …

The New Bedford Whaling Museum will host two free public concerts, a photo exhibit and program on July 4-5, celebrating American and Cape Verdean Independence Days. The July 4th concert features the best in Rhythm & Blues with the Mac Odom Band. Presented by Fiber Optic Center, Whaling City Sound …

The New Bedford Folk Festival will feature a number of artists whose reputations proceed them. Few, however, can match the pedigree of festival regular Brooks Williams. The Statesboro, Georgia native has a long list of critical accolades to his name (including raves from Rolling Stone and Guitar Player Magazine) in …

The Ocean Explorium announces that it has achieved 85% of the ‘Save Your Ocean Explorium, Build Your Future’ first phase fundraising goal of $100,000 by July 1. According to executive director Abbey Spargo, “We have four days left to reach $100,000 and qualify for a $50,000 matching gift. Contributions can …

Mayor Jon Mitchell today announced the details for New Bedford’s July 4th fireworks display. The City’s fireworks display is made possible through generous donations to the Community Foundation by Hawthorn Medical Associates and Market Basket. The fireworks will be launch at 9:00pm on Thursday, July 4th from a barge located …

The Bay Sox won two out of three games during this week’s home stand at Paul Walsh behind some hot bats, timely pitching, and a couple of big homeruns. Tuesday night the team held off a late rally by the Laconia Muskrats and hung on for a 7-6 victory. The …

Every major league baseball player has spent years learning their craft. They play ball in, and up through, an organized system of teams designed to teach the game, and to ensure that players with serious baseball talent play the game as often as they can. Learning the complexities of baseball …