The Jethros, a fixture in the greater New Bedford music scene, will perform their eclectic style to The Shepherd Center for the Performing Arts in Fairhaven on Sat., 2/28, 34 Center St. (William St. entrance) The group plays a range of music: folk, blues, country, soul, swingd, jazz, bluegrass and more. They often play at… [Read More]

Please join us for New Bedford Science Café, Tues., 3/3, from 6 to 8 p.m., The Last Round Bar & Grille, 908 Purchase St., New Bedford   Maggie Jackson, award-winning author and science writer, will discuss “Cringeworthy: Discovering the Overlooked Promise of Awkward­ness.” In a time of fear and flux, awkwardness seems to be just… [Read More]

Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd., Sturbridge, MA is open during the winter months with many seasonal programs, work­shops, and special events happening each week.  During Maple Days, through March 15th, visitors can explore the historic Village and watch as costumed historians demonstrate the entire sugar-making process, from tapping the trees to “sugaring… [Read More]

Show solidarity every night in the streets to stop ICE. Visibilities will be held around the region in different municipalities each night until we remove the regime and abolish ICE.  Bring signs, friends, family, and neighbors. Play music, create art, read poetry, and chant. If everyone shows up when they can, there will be people… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Improvement Associa­tion is now accepting vendor and artist applications for the 2026 Fairhaven Homecoming Day Fair, scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Fairhaven.  This annual event features artisans, crafters, food vendors and an Art Exhibit showcasing local and regional talent. As a longstanding community tradition, the fair attracts residents and visitors from… [Read More]

The Mattapoisett Library Announces the Reopening of its Seed Exchange   The Mattapoisett Library is excited to announce the return of our beloved Seed Library. As the days grow longer and the snow gradually melts away, it’s a perfect time for local gardeners and nature enthusiasts to prepare for spring planting. Whether you’re starting a new garden or expanding your collection, our Seed Library… [Read More]

Winter Juniors Rowing with the New Bedford Rowing Center, 630 Belleville Ave., New Bedford. For ages 12–8, begins 2/23. Row at our indoor studio on our rowing machines: six-week session, $150. Tues. & Thurs. at 5:15 p.m., Sat. at a 9 a.m. US Rowing certified coaches. Beginners wel­come. Scholarships available.  Become part of a team,… [Read More]

The Fairhaven Republican Town Committee Caucus will be held at the Fairhaven Recreation/Senior Center on Tuesday, February 24th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. All registered Republican voters in Fairhaven are encouraged to attend. This caucus is a vital part of the process to place candidates on the November 3rd, 2026, state election ballot.  At the… [Read More]

The annual Caucus of the Fairhaven Democratic Town Commit­tee will be held on Wed., 3/18 at 6pm at the Fairhaven Senior Center, 229 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven. Please join us, all are welcome.  For more information or questions please contact ann.richard@gmail.com  ••• Click here to download the 2/19/26 issue: 02-19-26 KoolKids Click here to download the Atlas Tack… [Read More]

The Gloucester Fishing Community Preservation Fund has established a donation site through Cape Ann Savings Bank to collect donations that will be distributed equally to the family members of those who lost their lives when the F/V Lily Jean sank on January 30, 2026. In the wake of this tragedy, there have been overwhelming expressions… [Read More]