New Bedford Guide Your Guide to New Bedford and South Coast, MA
This weekend, expect typical New England summer weather: warm temps, scattered thunderstorms, and partly cloudy skies. There is a chance of storms on both Friday and Saturday, and skies should be clear by Sunday. Temperatures will range from 79°F to 82°F.
Definitely check out one or some of the many opportunities in the area to have a great time this weekend; listen to local music, enjoy nightlife, explore your artistic side, or benefit a good cause. As always, most events discussed here are from LocalOracle. To have your events promoted for FREE, submit them HERE or send an e-mail to info@newbedfordguide.com. If you need directions, simply click on the event name for contact info and directions.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19
Tickets went on sale today for the upcoming release of Jay Burke’s Whaling City Film. The film is scheduled for a one-time showing at the Zeiterion Theatre on 24 September at 8 p.m. Get your tickets now because they are going fast! Full details here.
Want to enjoy the evening outdoors? Take a short trip to Providence, Rhode Island to visit the Roger Williams Park Zoo (1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence) for their ZooARTyssey. Explore the zoo and experience the animals while being entertained by performance artists and live music! This event is appropriate for all ages, and there will be beer and wine available for sale for adults. Tickets are $15 for Adults, and $10 for Children and Seniors. The event is from 6-9 p.m. Check here for more information.
From Roger Williams Park Zoo: “Enjoy an unforgettable experience as you journey through Roger Williams Park Zoo on a summer evening during the magical sunset hours and discover enchanting and engaging living art characters created by Rhode Island’s renowned performance artists, TEN31 Productions. Enjoy the living art as well as all the animals on exhibit and live music. Delicious food and an array of beverages including beer and wine will also be available for purchase.”
Enjoy a concert when Mary Chapin Carpenter plays at The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center Friday night. The show starts at 8 p.m., and tickets are available HERE.
From The Z: “Mary Chapin Carpenter has always chosen her own path. From her first gigs as a rising star on Washington D.C.’s folk scene in the early 1980s, she has made a reputation as both a singer and songwriter with a mind of her own. Over the course of her recording career, Carpenter has won five Grammy Awards and sold over 13 million records. She has scored 12 top 10 singles, including “He Thinks He’ll Keep Her,” which was nominated for a Record of the Year Grammy.”
For music and a meal, check out reggae band Ting and I while enjoying delish Mexican food at No Problemo (813 Purchase St.) at 10pm. No Probs recently extended their menu – yum! Or jam out with jazz and rock band Greg Lee Ensemble at Airport Grille (1569 Airport Rd.) at 8 p.m. For more on what you can enjoy at Airport Grille, check out NBG’s article HERE. Catch the J.Kelly Band at Down the Hatch on West Island in Fairhaven from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
For other events, check HERE.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20
Saturday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. is Operation Clean Sweep hosted by the Whaling City Clippers Football team. Lunch pizza will be provided by Domino’s Pizza. People are asked to meet-up at Keith Middle School to pick-up equipment and get your assigned areas. Tools and gloves are provided. Pre-register at www.operationcleansweep.ne
Saturday is the beginning of second (and last!) weekend of an incredible annual, local event, the South Coast Artist’s Open Studio Tour 2011. This is the 8th year of this very special event in our area that showcases the artistic talent and creativity of many of our local residents. The South Coast Artist’s Open Studio Tour 2011 is a self-guided tour that travels across highways and through rural and farm landscapes; exhibiting art in Tiverton, RI, Little Compton, RI, Dartmouth, MA and Westport, MA. Along this tour will be many different local artists opening up their studios for exclusive tours of their one-of-a-kind artworks. The tour is free to the public, and all ages are welcome.
From South Coast Artists: “This is your chance to visit the studios of some of the best artists living, working and exhibiting in the four beautiful coastal towns of Tiverton, Little Compton, Westport and Dartmouth….Along the way you’ll discover the work of welcoming artists working in such diverse mediums as oils, acrylics, watercolors, photography, sculpture, basketry, fiber arts, ceramics, glass, wood, metal, jewelry, paper and mixed media. All you have to do is follow the map in the brochure and look for the blue and white Open Studio signs and windsocks marking each studio or gallery.”
The South Coast Artist’s Open Studio Tour 2011 is being held for the second time this summer on August 20-21. For more information on the check out the online brochure, or click here for the open studio tour map. Check here for the full list of South Coast Artists.
The McCarthy & Legge Huckleberry CD Release Party is from 3-7 p.m. at Rose Alley Ale House. Chris Richards and Steve Mazza will join Butch and Dori. Swing by to catch some great music and pick up a few copies of their CD!
For music Saturday night, check out The Morons at Ice Chest Bar and Grille (136 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven) and the Blood Moons, Octave Claw, and Dropouts at The Blackwatch Bar (266 Dartmouth St., New Bedford) at 9 p.m. For other nightlife, enjoy the downtown bar scene at Catwalk Bar and Grille (34 Union St.), Hibernia Irish Pub (109 William St.), Rose Alley Ale House (94 Front St.), or Cork Wine and Tapas (90 Front St.).
For other events, check HERE.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21
Sunday is the very last day to enjoy the South Coast Artist’s Open Studio Tour 2011. Be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to support local artists.
Sleep in and enjoy a late brunch or lunch date at Cork Wine and Tapas (90 Front St.) or Dog Day Sundays with your BFF (best furry friend) at Hibernia Irish Pub (109 William St.).
For music, J Kelley will be performing at the Ice Chest (136 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven) from 4-8 p.m. Or check out Sunday Night Jam Session at Pour Farm (780 Purchase St); starting at 7pm and hosted by local musician Matt Antunes. Support independent, local musicians who are looking to get their music out to you! If you want to jam, give Matt a shout at straightlacedproductions@comcast.net.
For other events, check HERE.
