At the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St., 508-758-4171. Accessible.  Sat., 10/18, at 1 p.m., we will be screening Hotel Transylvania – light snacks and refreshments will be provided, and costumes are en­couraged! No registration necessary, just come on down and enjoy!  Wed., 10/22, at 3:30 p.m., we will be hosting a No-Sew Halloween Plushie craft… [Read More]

Fairhaven Town Administrator, Keith Hickey, has initiated a weekly update video to keep residents informed on town hall happenings. Visit https://youtu.be/pgRdT1PW0nY for the latest.  ••• Click here to download the 10/16/25 issue: 10-16-25 InclusiveFair Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

Time to get crafty! The Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven is offering an eight-week Crafternoons program. Sessions from 3:30 to 5 p.m. each Thursday through Nov. 20 will feature a different craft highlighting themes of Halloween and Thanks­giving. The program is for children age 7 and older.  This is the first in a series of… [Read More]

Join us for a day of fall fun. Sat., 10/18, Noon to 5 p.m. (rain dare, 10/25), throughout Downtown New Bedford. Featuring live music, Halloween performers, fall-themed activities, trick-or-treating through­out downtown. Support local vendors and small businesses!  Visit https://downtownnb.org/dnb-fallfest-2025/ ••• Click here to download the 10/16/25 issue: 10-16-25 InclusiveFair Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb… [Read More]

On June 17, 1775, the British landed troops on Bunker Hill. And so began the pivotal battle early in the Revolutionary War.  Rev 250 historian Jonathan Lane will talk about this clash of arms between the Minutemen of Massachu­setts and the British troops at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19 at the Fort Taber-Fort Rodman Military… [Read More]

Wed., 10/24 at 6:00pm at the Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St, Mattapoisett, MA. Free and open to the public. Presented by Pam and Dana. What is it really like to spend a week at Hog Island Audubon Camp? In this presentation, you’ll hear a first-hand account from two bird club members who experienced the island’s natural beauty,… [Read More]

St. Joseph Church, 74 Spring St., Fairhaven, side entrance. Sat., 10/12, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun., 10/13, 7 a.m. to noon Sales & Donations are welcome before & after all Masses.  ••• Click here to download the 10/9/25 issue: 10-09-25 Manjiro Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

St. Joseph Church, 74 Spring St., Sat., 10/11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun., 10/12, 9 a.m.–noon. Top prices for Unwanted Gold & Silver Jewelry in any condition, Silver Flatware, Tea Sets, Coins & more!!  ••• Click here to download the 10/9/25 issue: 10-09-25 Manjiro Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

The Fairhaven High School Alumni Association annual Light-A-Light Campaign is on! Our beautiful Colorado Blue Spruce Tree on the west lawn of the high school will be lit in early November with one bulb for every $10 donation being represented by a light on the tree.   To make a donation, you can mail a check… [Read More]

Onset Rowing Challenge, Sat., 10/25, Onset Beach, Onset Ave., Onset, MA. Reg. 9:30–10:30 a.m.; briefing at 11 a.m.; race starts at 11:30 a.m. Calling all kayaks, canoes, row boats, dories, gigs and whaleboats. This is a 3-mile row that will take you out to the far side of Wickets Island, past Onset Island and returning… [Read More]