The Mattapoisett Republican Party and the Fairhaven Republican Party Committee are co-hosting this month’s meeting. All are welcome to join them on Thurs., 2/22, from 6 to 7:00 PM for our monthly scheduled meeting. Be a part of the discussion on local initiatives, support of candidates in future elections and share ideas with like-minded neighbors. … [Read More]

The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (RJD) is welcoming visitation from Fairhaven residents by offering free admission for the month of February 2024. Must have proof of residency with a piece of current mail, or I.D. For more information about hours of operation and current exhibitions, visit the Museum’s website, rjdmuseum.org. The historic house, now… [Read More]

The Town of Fairhaven is pleased to collaborate with the Mass. Broadband Institute (MBI) on a residential survey which is intended to assess internet accessibility, device and technical support availability, service afforda­bility, and digital education needs within the community.  To participate in the online survey visit https://made.civilspace.io/en/projects/ma-digital-equity/engagements/ma-sdep-public-survey/sections/1. Printed surveys can be picked up and returned… [Read More]

On Friday, February 9, the library’s elevator at the Walnut Street entrance will be temporarily unavailable due to essential maintenance. This main­tenance is imperative to comply with the updated Massachusetts fire code, specifically addressing the emer­gency control operation of elevators. It is important to note that the current operation of the library’s elevator poses no… [Read More]

The City of New Bedford is seeking proposals from artists for a permanent Herman Melville sculpture in the downtown historic district. An advisory committee will select up to three artists as semi-finalists to be awarded a $2,500 stipend for the development of a proposal, travel, and overnight accommodation for presentation.  “New Bedford is the setting… [Read More]

Join St. Joseph Parish for a Valentines dance on Sat., 2/10, at 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 57i Fairhaven Rd (Rte 6), Mattapoisett.  Featuring DJ Carlos Matias, raffles, food and fun for everyone. Proceeds will benefit the Church Bell Tower project fund. Donation: $15/adults, $8 children 10 and uunder. Tickets are available after all Masses… [Read More]

The following events are at the Acushnet Free Public Library, 232 Middle Road.  Movie Matinee – A Haunting in Venice – Mon., 2/12, 2 pm  Knitting & Crochet Group Mon., 2/12, 6 pm  Author Talk: Wed., 2/28, 6 pm with Rachel Slade. The Acushnet Public Library welcomes back author Rachel Slade to share her latest book… [Read More]

Shellfishing in Fairhaven is open again. Allof Buzards Bya had been closed due to the excessive rain strom on 1/9 & 1/10 when the City of New Bedford emptied more than 40 million gallons of raw sewage into the outer harbor.  The shellfish beds were reopened on 1/29. ••• Click here to download the 2/1/24… [Read More]

Our Food Pantry Cupboards are nearly bare! Can you help? Please bring your non-perishable donations to the First Congregational Church, corner of William and Center Streets, Fairhaven. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 – Noon. Please use the Williams Street entrance.   Needed Items include Peanut butter, jelly, canned… [Read More]

The deadline for Citizen Petition Town Meeting articles is Mon., 2/5. Pursuant to Chapter 50, Section 2 of the Town of Fairhaven By-Laws, all citizen petition articles for the May 4, 2024 Annual Town Meeting, including street acceptance articles, must be submitted in writing with the signatures of not less than 10 registered voters through the Town… [Read More]