The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center presents The Silver Screen Summer Movie Series featuring four films on Wednesdays in August at 2:00pm and a 7:00pm. The series, sponsored by Mayor Jon Mitchell, begins with Top Gun on August 1 and continues with Lawrence of Arabia on August 15, Who Framed Roger Rabbit on August 22 and concludes with Raiders of the Lost Ark on August 29. Tickets are $3 and available in advance or at the door. Popcorn, concessions and drinks are available. For information call 508-994-2900, visit www.zeiterion.org or the Zeiterion Box Office at 684 Purchase Street in New Bedford.

Silver Screen Summer Movie Series:

Top Gun (1986)
Starring Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis and Tim Robbins
Wednesday, August 1 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $3

As students at the United States Navy’s elite fighter weapons school compete to be best in the class, one daring young pilot learns a few things from a civilian instructor that are not taught in the classroom.

Lawrence of Arabia (1962)
Starring Peter O’Toole, Alec Guiness, and Anthony Quinn
Wednesday, August 15 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $3

This Oscar-winning Best Picture chronicles the story of an English officer who successfully led warring Arab tribes to fight the Turks during World War I.

Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)
Starring Bob Hoskins and Christopher Lloyd
Wednesday, August 22 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $3

A toon-hating detective is a cartoon rabbit’s only hope to prove his innocence when he is accused of murder.

Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Starring Harrison Ford and Karen Allen
Wednesday, August 29 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $3

Archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the U.S. government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis can obtain its awesome powers.

“Last summer’s successful movie series drew over twelve-hundred fans, so we knew a follow up series would be a fantastic idea,” said Rosemary Gill, Zeiterion Performing Arts Center’s Executive Director. She continued, “Thanks again to Mayor Mitchell’s support, we are able to continue the proud tradition of movies at The Z. It’s an affordable stay-cation activity!”

The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center is a non-profit organization with a mission to provide New Bedford and the region with performing arts programming of excellence that inspires, educates, engages and entertains. Tickets are available for purchase at www.zeiterion.org, by calling 508-994-2900, or in person at the box office at 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Mass. Zeiterion Box Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and two hours before each performance.

The New Bedford Health Department, working closely with the Bristol County Mosquito Control Project and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, is again this year conducting an annual monitoring program to track the potential threat from EEE and WNV carrying mosquitoes. Under the program, mosquito traps are put in place to collect pools of mosquitoes and mosquito populations are monitored throughout the summer months.

As part of the mosquito tracking program, the New Bedford Health Department will request that the BCMCP target key areas of the New Bedford for spraying, including public parks and locations that host large public events.

As such, the Bristol County Mosquito Control Project will conduct targeted ground spraying for mosquitoes early on the morning of Thursday, July 26, 2018. This round of spraying will target areas including Buttonwood Park, Brooklawn Park, Fort Taber, Hazelwood Park, Riverside Park, Clasky Park, Ashley Park, the Poor Farm area, and the Downtown area as well as Pier 3. Spraying will take place between 2:00 am and sunrise on Thursday morning, weather permitting. Residents in the vicinity of the targeted areas may wish to close their windows the evening prior to the spraying.

As it does with EEE and West Nile Virus, the New Bedford Health Department works closely with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to track other emerging mosquito-borne diseases such as the Zika virus. While Zika-carrying mosquitoes have not been identified the New Bedford area, and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health reports that the likelihood of becoming infected with Zika virus from a mosquito bite in Massachusetts is very low, residents are urged to take the general precautionary measures to prevent mosquito bites. In addition, travelers to areas where the Zika virus has been detected in mosquitoes or humans should take extra precaution to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes during their trip. This includes both females and males who travel to areas where the Zika virus is occurring. If you or your partner is planning on traveling, you should check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for information about where Zika virus is occurring: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/zika-information.

The same precautionary measures are advised for EEE, WNV, and the Zika virus. These include the following:

Avoid Mosquito Bites

Ø Be Aware of Peak Mosquito Hours – While mosquitoes are out at all hours of the day, their peak biting times are from dusk to dawn. Consider rescheduling outdoor activities that occur during evening or early morning. Otherwise, take extra care to use repellent and protective clothing, especially if you work or spend a lot of time outdoors.

Ø Clothing Can Help Reduce Mosquito Bites. Although it may be difficult to do when it’s hot, wearing long-sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.

Ø Apply Insect Repellent when you go outdoors. Use a repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-m-toluamide), permethrin, picaridin (KBR 3023), IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus [p-methane 3, 8-diol (PMD)] according to the instructions on the product label. DEET products should not be used on infants under two months of age and should be used in concentrations of 30% or less on older children. Oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under three years of age. Permethrin products are intended for use on items such as clothing, shoes, bed nets and camping gear and should not be applied to skin.

Mosquito-Proof Your Home

Ø Drain Standing Water – Mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water. Limit the number of places around your home for mosquitoes to breed by either draining or getting rid of items that hold water. Check rain gutters and drains. Empty any unused flowerpots and wading pools, and change water in birdbaths frequently.

Install or Repair Screens – Some mosquitoes like to come indoors. Keep them outside by having tightly-fitting screens on all of your windows and doors.

Cemetary Maintenance Worker
PAY: $14.20hr – $18.79hr

Cuts, trims and performs general care of lawn areas; digs and backs graves. Sets up graves with artificial grass and lowering device. Rakes leaves; prunes and trims overgrown brush. Shovels snow. Assists with the maintenance and repair of highway system. Subject to call seven days a week/twenty-four hours a day for emergency work.

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent preferred. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record,

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City Engineer
PAY: $84,086 – $105,115

Collaborates with Department of Public Infrastructure staff to review projects; assists with field supervision and makes recommendations on engineer design solutions; performs complex analytical work in providing office and engineering support, and field engineering support for environmental, water, sewer, street and other City projects and programs, ensuring technical competence and compliance with all codes and criteria.

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or a related discipline. Five years of previous professional civil engineering experience. Five years of managerial experience in a civil engineering experience. Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a Professional Registration in Civil Engineering.

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Diesel Engine Repairperson
PAY: $17.42hr – $24.18hr

Performs various types of skilled repairs on diesel equipment. Trouble shoots all types of diesel equipment in use by the City to determine repair costs. Diagnoses and repairs work in the area of electrical systems, fuel systems, ignition systems. Ability to read and understand all schematics in the related field. Disassembles, overhauls, removes and replaces all types of engines. Diagnoses, repairs or replaces transmissions, four wheel drive components, hydraulic pumps, or any related components.

Knowledge of various hydraulic systems, snow removal equipment, clutch replacements and components. Performs track replacements and various components, brake jobs, and other miscellaneous maintenance tasks requested. Works on emergency vehicles. Performs all preventative maintenance and any related work.

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent preferred. Must have at least three years of full-time paid experience in the field of repairing diesel equipment, knowledge of job hazards, handling of equipment, special tools and test equipment. Ability to write detailed reports and estimate repair costs.

Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record. Possession of Class B CDL or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire.

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Electrician
PAY: $18.25/hr – $25.54/hr

Installs, repairs, replaces, upgrades, tests and maintains electrical equipment and wiring in City-owned, leased or occupied buildings or properties. Troubleshoots grounded, shorted and open circuits. Inspects, tests and approves new and existing municipally connected systems.

Performs skilled electrical work at the journeyman level. Installs, tests, repairs and maintains electrical circuits, wiring systems, fixtures, appliances and equipment. Troubleshoots and repairs faulty electrical wiring, defective electrical equipment and machinery such as motors, generators, transformers, switches, sockets, etc. Inspects and tests circuits and fixtures to locate broken wires, loose connections, blown fuses, faulty switches, grounds, shorts and other defects.

High school graduate or GED equivalent with specialized course work in electrical practices and knowledge of electrical principals and procedures. Two years of increasingly responsible related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of a Massachusetts journeyman or master electrician’s license. Possession of a valid Massachusetts driver’s license with good driving record.

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Supt. of Facilities & Construction Mngt.
PAY: $84,086 – $105,115

Monitor the performance of contractors and consultants; ensure work is performed according to drawings and specifications; supervise a workforce of Unit C employees, skilled and unskilled laborers.

Attend design team meetings with external design consulting firms; coordinate and attend pre-contract and site meetings; identify technical problems on site and recommend corrective
actions.

Evaluate public facilities needs and formulates short- and long-range plans to meet these needs, including street, water, sewer, drainage and street maintenance.

Oversee the preparation of engineering plans and specifications, bidding, competency of contractors and vendors, and the selection criteria for public contracts. Oversee project management for the construction of the municipal public facilities projects; oversee assigned projects to ensure contractor compliance with time and budget parameters for the project.

Determine applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.

Maintain regular contact with consulting engineers, construction project engineers, City, County, State, and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups, and the public regarding division activities and services.

Technical Degree in engineering, public administration, facility management, or a related field. At least five years of experience in building, carpentry, or engineering trades. Or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of a MA Construction Supervisor’s License or the ability to obtain one within one year of hire.

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Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. EEO. New Bedford has a residency requirement.For more information on all these jobs, please visit:

Employment Opportunities

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum (RJD) has opened “The Lure of the Garden,” an exhibition of 19th and 20th century flowered dresses and accessories worn by the families who lived in the house. “The Lure of the Garden” runs now through November 15th. The public is welcome at the opening of the exhibition, Thursday, August 2, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event is free of charge.

The nineteenth-century industrial revolution unleashed creativity nationwide. Machine-woven cloth and then printed goods became readily available as the century progressed. The invention of the sewing machine in the 1840s and its sales across the country made possible the creation of new styles at home and with local dressmakers. Lace trims were manufactured as early as 1813 with the Leavers machine. Inspired by designs from Paris shown in Godey’s Ladies Book, women copied elaborate draping styles, bustles, and the use of trim on their gowns. Synthetic flowers enhanced bonnets and hats. Dresses and accessories in the exhibition illustrate these innovations in technology and style.

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The Rotch-Jones-Duff (RJD) House & Garden Museum was built in 1834 for whaling merchant William Rotch Jr. This Greek Revival mansion, located on a full city block of formal gardens, is a National Historic Landmark, one of only 2,500 currently so named in the Nation. The period rooms of the house chronicle 150 years of economic and social evolution of the city, as reflected in the residencies of the Rotch, Jones, and Duff families. The Museum is located at 396 County Street. It is open Monday through Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for AAA members, seniors and students, and $3 for children 12 and under. For the summer season and through Labor Day, as part of the Blue Star Program, admission for active duty military personnel is free.

Last Thursday Trooper Kevin Bates, who is assigned to State Police-Nantucket, was approached by three women who reported they had witnessed a man take an “upskirt” photo of a woman on Federal Street in Nantucket. The women had obtained video and photographic images of the suspect. The images where shared with the Nantucket Police Department in an attempt to locate the suspect.

Later that evening Trooper Bates observed the suspect waiting tables at a local restaurant. Trooper Bates, along with Trooper Jacob Raposo, met a 30-year-old man from Nantucket. After an investigation which included viewing pictures taken by the suspect, the Troopers placed him under arrest.

The suspect is charged with committing illegal electronic surveillance or video of a nude or partially nude person.

Troopers continued their investigation today to determine the scope of the suspect’s crimes. The suspect was sent to a hospital for evaluation after making statements suggesting he posed a threat to his own safety.

Southcoast Health is selling limited-edition T-shirts to help raise funds for the construction of the Sgt. Sean M. Gannon Memorial Playground located at the Campbell Elementary School in New Bedford.

Net proceeds from the sale of the T-shirts will be donated to support the construction of the Sgt. Sean M. Gannon Memorial Playground at Campbell Elementary School. Southcoast Health sponsored the design and production of the T-shirts, working in partnership with the Sgt. Gannon Memorial Playground Committee at Campbell School.

A member of the K-9 unit of the Yarmouth Police Department, Sgt. Sean M. Gannon, was shot and killed in the line of duty on April 12. His dog, Nero, was also shot but survived his injuries.

“Employees at Southcoast Health were deeply affected by the tragic death of Sgt. Gannon, whose parents both work for the organization,” said Keith A. Hovan, President & CEO of Southcoast Health.

“We wanted to pay lasting tribute to Sgt. Gannon, and this project is just one opportunity to do so while fulfilling our mission of promoting health and wellness within our community.

“Playgrounds encourage healthy, safe play and enhance our community, all of which we stand for as our community’s healthcare system,” he said.

Sgt. Gannon grew up in New Bedford and often played on the Campbell Schools grounds.

“We are very excited to partner with Southcoast Health. We feel that in order to encourage our youth to stay active and healthy, we need to make sure that we give them the tools and creative spaces to do so,” said Carla Mourao, chairperson of the Sgt. Sean M. Gannon Memorial Playground Committee. “The support that Southcoast Health is providing to help build this special playground will allow us to keep our youngest citizens physically active, engaged in their community and healthy. This playground will continue Sgt. Gannon’s lasting legacy of serving others and improving our community.”

The Sgt. Gannon Memorial Playground Committee is made up of parents, teachers and community members. The school is located at 145 Essex St., New Bedford.

T-shirts are available for purchase at the Southcoast More Store (www.southcoast.org/morestore) and sell for $25, shipping is included. They come in male, female and youth styles and sizes.

The following is a press release from the New Bedford police department:

A man who has failed to appear in court twice to answer charges, including assault and battery on a police officer and reckless endangerment of a child, and has a third open case, is out on the streets after a judge denied the state’s request to revoke his bail and instead allowed him to go free on $100 bail.

Frank Ortiz, 22, of 223 Irvington St., Cranston, R.I., was arrested by New Bedford Police July 17 after being found sleeping in a U-haul locker with his two-year-old child at U-Haul Truck Rentals and Storage, 415 Mt. Pleasant St. When police approached him, he became belligerent, even after police attempted to secure resources for him, the child and the child’s mother.

He was arrested on charges of reckless endangerment to a child under 18, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and interfering with a police officer.

Bail was set at $100 by the clerk magistrate at Ash Street Jail that night, with the stipulation that he appear at Third District Court Wednesday, July 18 to be arraigned. He failed to show for his arraignment and a default warrant was issued.

This was not the first arraignment he failed to show up for. He defaulted in October on charges of leaving the scene of a property damage accident and negligent operation of a motor vehicle.

He also has an open case of assault and battery, disorderly conduct and assault and battery on a police officer. That case is scheduled to be heard for Aug. 1. Defendants with open cases are warned not to reoffend or bail could be revoked.

On Friday, July 20, Ortiz finally appeared in court to face the July 17 charges. The District Attorney’s office requested that his bail be revoked on his pending cases and that $1,000 bail be set on the new case.

Judge Robert Ovoian denied the district attorney’s request that Ortiz forfeit his bail and refused to set the $1,000 bail, instead keeping the bail at the original $100 Ortiz had already posted.

Since Ortiz had already posted bail, he was free to go.

PACE, the Massachusetts Foundation for the Humanities and University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth are pleased to announce that the Clemente Course in the Humanities is starting to recruit applicants for its’ 14th year of operation. Classes will begin Monday, September 10th at the PACE Head Start Center at 247 Smith Street in New Bedford.

The Clemente Course in the Humanities provides tuition free, college-level instruction, for up to 6 college credits, to economically disadvantaged individuals aged 17 and older. Course participants take classes in literature, art history, moral philosophy, American history, writing and public speaking from college professors. Instructors are chosen for their engaging and dynamic presence in the classroom and their commitment to working with non-traditional learners.

Classes will take place on Monday and Thursday evenings from 6pm to 8:00pm, starting in September and ending with a graduation ceremony in May. The classes are offered free of charge to qualified participants. PACE will provide on-site childcare for participants and transportation assistance along with paying for all textbooks and supplies. Students will often take trips to art museums, and to see plays and performances.

The Clemente Course grants a certificate of achievement to all students who finish the course and six college credits to those who complete it at a high level of academic performance. The credits come from UMass-Dartmouth, and can be transferred to any community college or university.

According to Dr. Mark Santow, Academic Director for the Program and Chair of History at UMass- Dartmouth, “the Clemente Course is based on the idea that anyone can acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to enrich and transform his or her life. It is a wonderful, life-changing program.  Since we began in the fall of 2005, the New Bedford Clemente Course has graduated over 140 students, and dozens of them have gone on to Bristol Community College and UMass-Dartmouth.”

Anyone interested in enrolling in the Clemente Course in the Humanities should call PACE at 508 999-9920 and request an application or pick one up at the PACE main office at 166 William St., New Bedford. People may apply on-line also at http://chantsdemocratic.blogspot.com/p/apply-for-clemente-course-in-humanities.html. All applicants will be interviewed by Dr. Mark Santow. For more information, contact Bruce Morell, Executive Director of PACE at 508 999-9920, or Dr. Santow at msantow@umassd.edu.

The Greater New Bedford Opioid Task Force drop-in center will be open from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 26. The drop-in center provides resources, support services, referrals and Narcan training for those struggling with opioid addiction and the people that care about them. The center is held at Pilgrim United Church, 634 Purchase St.

Representatives will be available from a variety of organizations and agencies. Services include support services by licensed professionals, inpatient and outpatient treatment referrals, connections to recovery services, support for family members and Narcan training and distribution.

Refreshments will be served.

If you would like to speak with someone in confidence, call 508-993-6242, ext. 127.

The New Bedford City Council takes time each month to recognize people that are doing amazing things in New Bedford. Here’s the citation to recognize the players and coaches of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School Girls Softball team for winning the 2018 Division 2 State Championship!