While overnight temperatures will be brisk – don’t worry, we won’t hit freezing temperatures – the daytime temperatures will be in the low to mid 50s! For some of us that means t-shirt and shorts weather. Definitely conducive to being outside or heading out and if you have a fire pit, this is great weather to hover around it. No rain is forecasted, so you’ll have nothing to interfere with heading out and take part in the many activities going on!

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Friday, April 7th

Qigong & Taiji (Tai Chi) Meetup (6:00pm-6:45pm)
Qigong is a Chinese mind-body practice of aligning body, mind and breath for exercise, healing, meditation and energy cultivation. However Taiji is just an advanced form of Qigong and is based on martial art technique. In the class, the instructor will be going through parts of the Yang style Taiji 37-form and various Qigong routines such as Baduanjin. No prior experience in Qigong and/or Tai Chi is required. Aikido of Bristol County Bushido Tenshin Dojo, 304 Bolton St, #401, New Bedford.

Live Music: “The Complaints” at the Greasy Luck (9:30pm-12:30am)
The Complaints are a modern rock band led by singer/songwriter/guitarist Dean Petrella, with bassist Chris Cruz, and drummer Anthony Marotti. The band is based out of Providence RI and they primarily tour the east coast. Their fans have coined the famous description of the band’s sound as “a singer songwriter, retro-throw back, yet modern rock sound with a sexy-funky feel”. You might want to read that again! At New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.

Saturday, April 8th

2017 Kickoff Baseball Jamboree (9:00am-4:00pm)
The Whaling City Youth Baseball League will be holding their first annual spring Jamboree on Saturday April 8, 2017 and Sunday, April 9, 2017. All teams from surrounding towns and Leagues are invited to this event. This is not an all-star jamboree, this is for regular league teams. A chance to play a game and start the season off with a little fun. The team fee for the jamboree is $25.00 per team. If you are interested or have any questions please contact Jimmy Silva at 508-525-2483 or at Wcyblsecretary@gmail.com. This event will fill up quickly so please so please don’t delay. Whaling City Youth Baseball League, 140 Brooklawn St., New Bedford.

2nd Annual Dartmouth Rotary Scholastic Chess Tournament (9:00am-1:00pm)
Open to All Area Students through Grade 12 – All Levels Are Welcome Chess Boards/ Pieces will be provided (Players who use a chess clock are encouraged to bring one – not required) Trophies will be awarded to the top three players in each section. Advanced Registration. Dartmouth Middle School, 366 Slocum Road
Dartmouth, MA.

Finest Hour Athletics *Grand Opening* (9:00am-5:00pm)
The Grand Opening of our first retail shop! Come on over and check out the new products, sales, contests, and raffles happening all day! Finest Hour Athletics, 763 Purchase Street, New Bedford.

Oxford Book Haven & Cafe Book Sale (Fairhaven) (9:00am-1:00pm)
We have a large selection of books–most are 50 cents. We currently have a special section for our DOLLAR- A-BAG-BOOK SALE. Coffee, tea, soda and home-made coffee breads are available. We welcome anyone to join us in working on our puzzle. Computers and WiFi is available to the public. 357 Main Street, Fairhaven.

Book Collection for Annual Westport Free Public Library (10:00am)
The Friends of the Westport Library are seeking donations of gently used books, CDs and DVDs for their book sales in August and September. Please, no textbooks, law or medical books, dictionaries, encyclopedias. Donation receipts will be available for tax purposes. 408 Old County Rd. Westport, MA. 508-636-1100. Westport Free Public Library,
408 Old Country Road, Westport.

Spring Story & Craft Time at the NB Public Library (11:00am-12:00pm)
All ages welcome! Join us in the Children’s Room on the first floor as we read fantastic stories, dance to some wacky music, and create adorable crafts. New Bedford Free Public Library, 613 Pleasant St., New Bedford.

New Bedford Antiques Center at Wamsutta Place (11:00am-6:00pm)
Antiques, collectibles, and history all in one place! The Center is home to over 200 dealers and consigners featuring antiques and collectibles from early Americana to Mid-Century to today’s treasures. With specialty stores within the Center which include a flower shoppe boutique, an ephemera store, the cast-iron store and vintage clothing. The Center is also the largest antique consignment venues in the Southcoast Region. So if you have one piece or an estate full of treasures , the Center will preview your items and consign them. The staff has over 100 years of collective knowledge in the antique trade from buying to selling to refinishing to retailing. There are public bathrooms, the center is handicap accessible and, pet-friendly! Phone: (508) 991-8700. Wamsutta Place, 61 Wamsutta St., New Bedford.

2nd Annual Easter Basket Extravaganza! (12:00pm-3:00pm)
The Humane Society is hosting a raffle of assorted Easter and different themed Gift baskets. Each gift basket will be valued at $30.00 or more. Tickets can be purchased at the shelter from 12-5:00pm. 10 tickets for $20.00. Today is a family day with pictures with the Easter Bunny-(Kids and Pets Welcome!!) from 12am-3:00pm. (10$), a bake sale, freshly popped popcorn and there will Easter Egg decorating! At 4:00pm, the winning tickets will be pulled for the baskets. You do not have to be present to win. All proceeds to benefit the homeless animals in the Humane Society’s care. If you or someone you know would like to donate a basket for our raffle, please contact: Arianna @ 508-995-6661!!! Humane Society & Shelter SouthCoast, 31 Ventura Dr., North Dartmouth.

Center Stage Gala (6:00pm-10:30pm)
As a non-profit performing arts center, The Z relies on the generosity of donors and sponsors to bolster our organization and close the annual funding gap. The Center Stage Gala is The Z’s biggest fundraising event of the year. This signature event supports The Z’s mission to Inspire, Entertain, and Educate our community by presenting a diverse array of high quality performing artists and providing engaging learning opportunities that contribute to the cultural, social, and economic vitality of the South Coast. Zeiterion Theater.

“Dead ‘Til Friday” at the Greasy Luck (9:30pm-12:30am)
Blending metal, rock, electro, pop and rap to a highly energetic live show is what the band have become renown for and their versatility has allowed them to share the stage with bands such as; Ghost, Gojira, The Defiled, Skindred, Your Demise, Lower Than Atlantis, Eminem, Jimmy Eat World and Kaiser Chiefs to name but a few. New Bedford’s hottest new spot: The Greasy Luck Brewery at 791 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.

Sunday, April 9th

New Bedford Wellness Program For Adults (11:00am-3:00pm)
Special NB Well Sunday: “Sense of Peace” with Qigong, massage, nutrition, yoga, and sound healing. Peace in ourselves, peace in our world.

New Bedford Antiques Center at Wamsutta Place (11:00am-6:00pm)
Antiques, collectibles, and history all in one place! The Center is home to over 200 dealers and consigners featuring antiques and collectibles from early Americana to Mid-Century to today’s treasures. With specialty stores within the Center which include a flower shoppe boutique, an ephemera store, the cast-iron store and vintage clothing. The Center is also the largest antique consignment venues in the Southcoast Region. So if you have one piece or an estate full of treasures , the Center will preview your items and consign them. The staff has over 100 years of collective knowledge in the antique trade from buying to selling to refinishing to retailing. There are public bathrooms, the center is handicap accessible and, pet-friendly! Phone: (508) 991-8700. Wamsutta Place, 61 Wamsutta St., New Bedford.

Magic Show To Benefit Dartmouth Dog Park (2:00pm-4:30pm)
Help get the dog park one step closer to completion while enjoying a magic show from one of the area’s best. Bring the whole family to Dartmouth Middle School at 366 Slocum Road, Dartmouth. To find out more visit the website at www.dartmouthdogpark.org, email dartmouthdogpark17@gmail.com. Tickets available Saturday at Melisa’s Pet Depot, 83 Faunce Corner Road, Dartmouth 9:00am-12:00pm.

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NEW BEDFORD, MA–Child & Family Services is looking for a full-time (35 hours) Parent Educator for our Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program. A certified parent educator implements the PAT model, emphasizing parent-child interaction, development-centered parenting and family well-being in their work with families. Utilizing the PAT Foundational Curriculum in culturally sensitive ways, the parent educator partners, facilitates and reflects with families.

JOB CODE: PATNB01

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work or related field (or equivalent degree outside of the United States)
• 2 years’ previous experience with young children and/or parents
• Parent Educators must complete the Parents as Teachers Foundational and Model Implementation Training before delivering PAT services
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Strong organizational and record keeping skills
• Ability to build rapport with families and empower them through strength building
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed with occasional evening work
• Proficient computer skills

Responsibilities:
The following responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet the agency’s needs.

• Engage in recruitment activities (as applicable)
• Complete an initial and annual family-centered assessment with each family
• Develop, monitor and review goals with each family
• Provide personal visits focused on parent-child interactions, development-centered parenting and family well-being
  (including planning, delivering, and documenting visits)
• Use the PAT Foundational curriculum to share research based information with families
• Complete at least an initial and annual development screening and health review for each enrolled child
• Connect families to resources that help them reach their goals and address their needs
• Help parents and children transition to other services as needed, to preschool, or to kindergarten
• Maintain and submit in a timely way all required family and program documentation
• Participate in at least 2 hours of reflective supervision monthly and at least 2 hours of staff meetings monthly
• Obtain competency-based professional development and renew parent educator certification
• Participates in continuous quality improvement
• Other duties as needed

View Available Benefits

APPLY HERE

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NEW BEDFORD, MA – Child & Family Services is looking for a Family Partner for the Youth Mobile Outreach program. This is a full-time, 40 hour position, Monday – Friday from 3pm – 11pm. This individual will provide support to youth during their involvement in the Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention. The person holding this position must have actual experience as a primary caretaker of a child with serious emotional disturbance.

JOB CODE: FPNB1

Qualifications:

• Have the ability to move readily from task to task
• Possess excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Adhere to agencies policy regarding confidentiality
• Have a commitment to the agency’s philosophy and the ability to translate it to others
• Have a strong belief that recovery is possible and more likely when the ten fundamental components of recovery are utilized in working with individuals

Responsibilities:
The following responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet the agency’s needs.

• Provide support to youth during their involvement in Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention Services
• Be able to document their experience in working as a primary caretaker of a child with serious emotional disturbance
• Have knowledge of child and family focused community resources in the community
• Exhibit competence in working in partnership with youth, parents and other caregivers of youth with mental health
  needs, including success in engaging youth in behavioral health services and assisting youth and families in
  integrating youth and family voice in decision making about services
• Consult with the Masters level clinician he/she is working with on a regular basis to assure continuity of information given to youth, families and caregivers
• Participate in regularly scheduled supervision, staff meetings, staff development and training curriculum to include (CPI) Crisis Prevention Intervention, which in some cases may require hands on activities to assure the safety of the child, family and worker

View Available Benefits

APPLY HERE

The Festival of Museums is just that – a one-day celebration of Cape Cod’s museums and galleries with events throughout the day.

Museums, galleries and businesses from all around Cape Cod are offering a fun packed day of surprising and exciting events and activities aimed at igniting your imagination. So, whether you’re a mom or dad looking for something to do with the kids, a group of friends looking for a new experience or an art or history enthusiast, come along and join in the fun!

Local residents and visitors alike will experience Cape Cod’s rich history in our own backyard on May 6, 2017 from 10AM-4PM at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center located at 141 Bassett Ln, Hyannis, MA 02601

Presented by the Cape Cod Museum Trail and hosted by the Hyannis Youth and Community Center this event will offer an exciting atmosphere with great entertainment, beautiful arts and exhibits and fun activities for the whole family.

More details: http://capecodmuseumtrail.com

From a concerned parent:

My fellow Pulaski school community,

As you are all very well aware, there is a huge traffic issue during morning drop-offs on Braley Road. City Councilor Jim Oliveira has confirmed that there will be a Public Safety Meeting at Pulaski on Tuesday April 18th at 7:00pm.

The New Bedford School committee and City Councilors will be present to discuss several safety/traffic issues as well as ways to solve them. Hopefully, the Mayor will be in attendance as well. We can discuss the possible egress, but there are other inexpensive ways that can be implemented asap to ease this morning nightmare.

The more voices attend, the more support Pulaski will get. Please help spread the word….SHARE!!!!!

Police arrested a 48-year-old Fairhaven woman after she was found in her vehicle Wednesday morning after apparently having overdosed. Tracy A. Hobson, 48, of Fairhaven, was charged with OUI drugs and negligent operation of a motor vehicle.

Police responded to the area of 100 Campbell St. for a reported possible overdose. When police arrived, they found a car on the sidewalk against a fence. Two doses of Narcan were administered to the driver, the sole occupant of the vehicle. She was then transported to St. Luke’s Hospital.

The incident was reported at 4:48 a.m.

An immediate threat of license revocation was submitted to the Registry of Motor Vehicles.

Based on Oscar Wilde’s 1895 play, a tribute to the wit and words brought to life 120 years later.

By Jonathan Comey

“The Importance of Being Earnest,” coming to the UMass Dartmouth Theatre Company stage beginning Thursday, April 6, has a lesser-known tagline in its title.

“A Trivial Comedy for Serious People,” is how Oscar Wilde billed his play, first staged in 1895, but still as funny and universal as ever.

“Our productions are entertaining simply because we love what we do,” said director Lyndon Davis, a junior biology major at UMass. “Our actors are some of the most dedicated people I have ever had the privilege of knowing.”

A comedy of the absurd, “Earnest” relies on wordplay, humor and the confusion of young love. The show begins at 7 p.m. in UMass’ main auditorium on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, $10 at the door, $5 for students (cash only).

The four main roles in this witty tale are Spencer Uguccioni (as Jack Worthing) Lionel Lafleur (as best buddy Algernon Moncrief), Lisa Bontemps (as Cecily Cardew), and Madison Bailey (as Gwendolyn Fairfax).

It’s a tricky play, with banter of a bygone age and so much relying on timing and delivery.

“They really understand every joke and clever easter egg hidden within the language, and have learned to use these to their advantage,” Davis said. “They really get what Wilde meant. To watch the production for the first time without scripts was so special because the actors were so confident with their lines — it was no longer about the specific words they were saying but about what the language meant and how it felt.”

Davis and assistant director Tiffany Pinarreta credit the cast with mastering the difficult material and keeping the reading relevant 120 years after its first staging.

“All of our actors are simply people who are passionate enough about their art, and it definitely shows through their performances,” Davis said. “Most of the cast has been performing with our company for years. Not only are they seasoned actors with skills crafted throughout the years, they also know each other personally.”

He says the closeness of the cast shows on stage.

“We have been performing together for some time now, and throughout the years we’ve have grown comfortable and close with one and other. This is also the last TCO production for some of our senior actors which makes this show truly special. They are ending on a really high note and will be sorely missed by everyone in the company.”

Capturing the feel of Victorian life was the task of the tech crew, which used DIY ingenuity and creativity to design a beautiful set that sets the perfect mood.

“This is really like a family,” Davis said. “I think it shows on the stage.”

Next up for the UMD Theater Company is a variety show, hosted along with 20 Cent Fiction, featuring the talents of the UMass Dartmouth Community. While the show is free, they do accept donations for Relay for Life.

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UMass Dartmouth’s Theatre Company’s production of “The Importance of Being Earnest”
Thursday, April 6, Friday, April 7 and Saturday, April 8, 7 p.m.
At the main auditorium at UMass Dartmouth.
Tickets can be purchased at the door with cash and are $5 for UMASS students and $10 for general admission.
Light concessions during intermission, cash only

Police are investigating an apparent armed robbery at Sunrise Bakery, 508 Bolton St., Tuesday afternoon.

A witness told police a male entered the business, displayed what appeared to be a handgun and took an undetermined amount of cash. He fled the establishment on foot, walking east on Rockland Street.

The suspect was described as a young thin male, with medium complexion, wearing dark pants and sneakers, a black jacket with a grey hooded sweatshirt and a dark turtleneck which was pulled over his face.

No injuries were reported in the incident, which was reported at 4:54 p.m.

New Bedford police are investigating. Anyone with information is asked to call the police department at 508-991-6350 or the anonymous tip line at 508-992-7463 or e-mail tip@newbedfordpd.com.

New Bedford police report five suspected drug overdoses over a 16-hour period on Monday into Tuesday with one death possibly a drug overdose.

• Rivet Street at 1:06pm (Apr 4)
• Rockdale Ave at 4:16pm (Apr 4)
• State Street at 8:41pm (Apr 4)
• Phillips Road – SouthCoast Condos at 1:16am (Apr 5)

One of the incidents was an OUI drug arrest at 4:48am at 100 Campbell Street this morning. The person overdosed behind the wheel. Waiting for more details from the police.

According to the police scanner, New Bedford police officers responded to a shot spotter call on Walden Street around 3:30am Monday morning. Police reportedly found a dead dog and removed the remains from the scene. It is not clear if the dog was shot at 3:30am, or the police arrived on the scene and discovered some old remains. The NBPD declined to comment on the report.

Video by Carlos Pimentel Felix.

On Monday at 12:10 a.m., Trooper Daniel Paras, of SP Shelburne Falls stopped a gray Dodge for failing to move over for an emergency vehicle in Greenfield. As a result of an investigation and subsequent search of the motor vehicle, 1150 packs of Heroin were located. Trooper Paras was assisted by Sergeant Sternfield and Trooper Murray.

The driver was issued a summons for unlicensed operation and failure to move over for an emergency vehicle. A licensed passenger took control of the vehicle.

One of the rear passengers, a 44-year-old Brattleboro VT man, was arrested and transported to the Shelburne Falls Barracks where he was booked. Bail was denied by the bail clerk. After booking, he was transported to the Greenfield House of Correction.

He was charged with the following offense:

• Trafficking in Heroin
• Possession of an open container of alcohol