FirstWorks, a Rhode Island non-profit dedicated to building commu­nity through world-class arts, will present renowned composer, violinist and activist Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) and “The Telling” at 8 p.m. on January 22, 2022 at WaterFire Arts Center. “The Telling” is a new collection of his original composi­tions with instrumental solos, dance and chamber music —… [Read More]

The following events will be held at the Mattapoisett Museum, 5 Church St, Mattapoiset; 508-758-2844. Winter Hours: Thursday by appointment, Friday & Saturday 12-4 PM, Sunday by appointment. Please email info@ mattapoisettmuseum to schedule. January 21, 6pm Southcoast Lessons presents Open Mic Night – The mic is yours! All ages and all genres welcome –… [Read More]

Fairhaven Harbormaster Tim Cox is on NESN on an episode of “The Drift” produced by John Methia. Air dates on NESN are 1/24 at 2:30 p.m.; 1/3/ at 2:30 p.m.; on NESN+, the episode will air on 1/26 at 6:30 p.m. After its run on NESN, the episode will also be available on The Drift’s… [Read More]

2 PM Saturday January 15, 2022  (presented via Zoom)  Join us for a conversation about the adventures of Frederick Allen during his whaling voyage.  In March 1838, Westport farmer Frederick Allen purchased a sea chest and boarded the Westport whaling brig Mexico. With “an uneasy mind”, “a bottle of elderberry syrup and 2 fine sweet… [Read More]

Your Theatre serves up a cure for the pandemic blues in their produc­tion of Paul Slade Smith’s The Outsider. Directed by Eric R. Paradis, it’s a timely, hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy. Ned Newley doesn’t want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking and his poll numbers are impressively bad. But… [Read More]

Covid Testing will be held every Saturday, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Acushnet Elementary School, Middle Road. Open to Acushnet residents only. Proof of residence will be required. ••• Click here to download the entire 1/13/22 issue: 01-13-22 Snowstorm Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal

The 2022 Moby-Dick Marathon will be entirely virtual, but with all the same marathon fun and buzz! Jan. 7–9 One of the world’s best known readings of Herman Melville’s iconic American novel Moby-Dick takes place every January at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The Moby-Dick Marathon draws readers and enthusiasts from around the globe to… [Read More]

The Marion Art Center has announced open auditions for all roles in the upcoming production of The Puzzle with the Piazza, written by Mark Dunn and directed by Pippa Asker. Due to current MAC policies and for everyone’s safety, only fully vaccinated actors will be considered for roles. Auditions are scheduled on Saturday, January 8… [Read More]

The US Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Flotilla 65 will be starting its 14-week Boating Skills & Seamanship Course on Monday, January 31, 2022 from 7-9 pm through May 2, 2022 at 80 Middle Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719  This 14-week comprehensive course is designed for both the experienced and the novice boater.  It is a perfect introduction… [Read More]