Events

Stargazers and skywatchers will be treated to three supermoons this year, with the first one appearing this weekend, February 7-9th. A full moon is one that is at its closest point to earth and a supermoon is one that appears a little larger than a regular full moon. What makes …

Join the Whaler family on Saturday night, February 8th at 6:30 pm. for the annual Mr. Whaler contest. Ten male senior contestants will battle it out for the title of Mr. Whaler. Contestants will be judged in four categories: • Casual wear • Swimsuit • Talent • Formal wear During …

Zeiterion Performing Arts Center is proud to present a sensational line-up of 10 shows and events throughout the month of February, including concerts for music lovers, truly moving dance performances, spectaculars for the family, and a classic movie on the big screen. The Z’s Creative Classroom will also launch Improv …

Mayor Mitchell will hold neighborhood office hours for the month of January on Tuesday, January 28, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Rua’s West End Pizzeria, 196 Shawmut Avenue. Mayor Mitchell announced he would set aside time each month to hold office hours in city neighborhoods so that residents could …

Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III has begun distributing a new children’s book written by a local author that aims to open up the lines of communication with children who are living in a home with a loved one who is addicted to drugs or alcohol. The book, …

The Buttonwood Park Zoological Society’s bowling fundraiser – Fish Bowl – is back for a 3rd consecutive year and is bigger than ever! Fish Bowl brings together teams of family, friends, businesses, and community partners to raise money for Buttonwood Park Zoological Society. The BPZS supports the Buttonwood Park Zoo’s …

Enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, and cocktails while raising money for scholarships for local high school students at the Azorean Maritime Heritage Society’s annual Winter Scholarship Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Century House (107 S. Main St., Acushnet, MA). Last year, the Azorean Maritime Heritage …

Local residents are invited to participate in the 5th annual Love Your Heart Day, happening on Sunday February 9th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Communities and neighborhoods throughout the City of New Bedford will once again join a growing, national movement to “Love Your Heart”. More than a dozen locations citywide …

There are still seats available to participate in the Citizens Police Academy at the New Bedford Police Department beginning January 28. The 10-week experience is designed to acquaint community residents with an overview of the training and practices law enforcement offers face daily when working at the New Bedford Police Dept.  Topics …

The City of New Bedford and Mayor Jon Mitchell are pleased to join with the Greater New Bedford Area Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee in welcoming the public to attend the “Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Remembrance Celebration.” The celebration will be held on Sunday, January …