Mayor Jon Mitchell announced that the City will host the annual series of summer concerts on the New Bedford waterfront during July and August of this year. The Summer Sound Series will feature live musical entertainment on Pier 3 in Downtown New Bedford’s Seaport Cultural District. Residents and visitors will dance to live music, enjoy… [Read More]

The Westport, Mass., Fair will be held through the weekend, 6-10 on Friday, 7/20;  11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sat., 7/21; and 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sun., 7/22. Features animal tent, tractor pulls, contests, kids activities, and much more. Visit http://westportfair.com/2017-schedule-of-events for details.  At 200 Pine Hill Road in Westport, Mass. Admission,… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Historical Society and the West Island Improvement Association present “The History of Cuttyhunk and the Elizabeth Islands” by Seth Mendell, President Emeritus Mattapoisett Historical Society. At the West Island Improvement Associa­tion community hall, 41 Causeway Road, Fairhaven, on Fri., 7/27, at 7 p.m. Underwritten in part by the Cuttyhunk Ferry Company. Donations accepted. … [Read More]

A beautiful handmade quilt is being raffled to benefit the Organ Fund of the Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven. This instant heirloom for your home, created with vivid colors and charming designs, is sized for a double bed. Tickets are $10 for one, $15 for two, $25 for three. Cash and per­sonal checks are accepted…. [Read More]

At the West Island Improve­ment Association Community House, 41 Causeway Road, Fairhaven, Fri., 6/29. Doors open at 6 p.m., first drawing at 7. Tickets: 3 for $5; 8 for $10; 20 for $20. First ticket drawn gets first pick, second gets second pick, etc. J oin us for a chance to win meat, fresh seafood,… [Read More]

The Mattapoisett Woman’s Club announces their 2018 biennial garden tour “Natures’ Treasures”. On Saturday June 30, 2018 from 10am to 4pm rain or shine nine beautiful distinctive village, town, and seaside gardens will be showcased.Some secluded or hidden at first glance, while others home styled landscaped and picturesque others are surrounded by the sea. There… [Read More]

Take a Sunday Stroll with the Buzzards Bay Coalition and South­coast Health at the New Bedford CoveWalk, 1087 Cove Rd., NB, on July 8 at 10:00 a.m.  During this leisurely one-hour walk, participants can take in the sparkling waters of Clarks Cove and Buzzards Bay, getting some fresh air and exercise all while learning how… [Read More]

If you have a listing for an event the first two weeks in July, you MUST get it to the Neighb News ASAP to run in the 6/28 issue. We will not publish on 7/5 &7/12 for our summer break. We will return on 7/19. Email listings to NeighbNews@comcast.net ••• Support local journalism, donate to… [Read More]

The National Night Out Committee is accepting applications for booth space for the Second Annual Fairhaven National Night Out, scheduled for Tues., 8/7 from 5 to 8 pm on the Fairhaven High School/Academy Building lawn on the corner of Route 6 and Main Street (12 Huttleston Ave). There is no rain date for this event…. [Read More]

Do you LOVE a parade?? The Town of Fairhaven is currently looking for individuals and groups to participate in our 4th of July parade. For more information, call Bill Moniz, 508-996-3420 ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News at: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=Y6V5ARRYH689G  Click here to download the entire 6/21/18 issue: 06-21-18 RoadRace