Come to the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.,  on Sun., 9/8, from 2–3 p.m. and hear former Mattapoisett resident Jack Matthews talk about his mystery thriller Arte Perdida. In the novel, Manny Pereira, a decorated and disabled Vietnam war veteran races to find a killer in an investigation that spans Nazi Ger­many, the… [Read More]

Tues., 9/10,  6–8 p.m., Free. Greasy Luck Brewpub, 791 Purchase St., New Bedford. Open to everyone. Free, except for beer and food!** If possible, come early & place an order. The Vault Room starts serving food/drink at 5:45. “How much CO2 does a forest absorb? Solving the mystery with lasers & drones.” We are pleased… [Read More]

Lighting the Way Walking Tours: Women Changing History, Sat., 9/7, 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill, NB. FREE. Visit http://historicwomensouthcoast.org or call the museum at 508-997-0046. Learn about the history of New Bedford through the lives of women who fought to make the world a better place on this free… [Read More]

Two safety classes are being offered by the Coast Guard Auxiliary this fall. Both classes are Mondays from Sept. 9 to Dec. 9 from 7 to 9 pm. The cost is $45 per person. Classes are held at the flotilla 65 building, 80 Middle Street, Fairhaven. Apply on line at flotilla65.com. The Boating Skills and… [Read More]

The City of New Bedford, as issuing authority for a cable television license for the city, continues to seek public input as part of its public hearing on the consideration process for a new cable license. Two public meetings were held on the license, on June 20 and July 31. As part of the public… [Read More]

On Saturday, Aug. 31, welcome the miltia as they march into town at Old Sturbridge Village (OSV). From 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., OSV will host a day of military celebration, muskets, martial music and more. In the early 19th-century, farmers and craftsmen were required by law to serve in local militia units — the forerunner… [Read More]

The New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, 28 Bethel St., New Bedford, is pleased to host Scottish folk band, North Sea Gas, in concert on Thurs., 9/5, at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $12/members; $15/non-members and are on sale now at the Fishing Heritage Center or online at https://fishingheritagecenter.org/.  Tickets also at the door. Doors open at… [Read More]

Fairaven TV’s summer photo contest has started with a bang! We’re beginning to review this week’s entries tagged #FairhavenTV and are so impressed. You have until Friday, 8/16, at 9 am to continue submitting photos for this week’s theme. To help you prepare for the coming weeks, this is our photo contest schedule. How to… [Read More]

The First Congregational Church’s Heavenly Treasures Thrift Shop is having a Fill A Bag for $5.00 sale from Thursday, 8/29–Saturday, 9/14. Entrance is on William Street under the Canopy. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire 8/22/19 issue: 08-22-19 BenoitMusic

It’s All about the Animals, a 501c3 Cat Shelter in Rochester MA is looking for donations and vendors for their largest fundraiser of the year, Octopurr Fest taking place on Sunday October 6, 2019 at the Shelter, located at 103 Marion Road in Rochester MA. Donations could include gift baskets, restaurant certificates, food items, trips, events,… [Read More]