Virtual Walk-a-thon for Peace, Sun., 5/10. Join us on Mother’s Day from 9 a.m.–9:45 a.m. from the comfort of your living room or bed! There will be a link to join the live Virtual Walk-a-thon on our homepage, mothersdaywalk4peace.org. Registration: $20 per person. Proceeds benefit the Peace Institute.  The Mother’s Day Walk for Peace is… [Read More]

The tours are continuing on and this week we are showcasing one of the most innovative reuses so far: the Co-Creative Center! Join me on WHALE’s Instagram THIS Friday, May 8 at 10:00 to virtually check out this mixed-use development featuring an art gallery, co-working space, and education & meeting space, in addi­tion to loft-apartments,… [Read More]

The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra continues to offer free livestream concerts during the COVID-19 crisis. Visit https://nbsymphony.org. Con­certs will remain on the website for viewing, if you miss them. • When Oboe Met Viola Friday, 5/8, 7pm EDT  Tune in and join Rebecca and Ben for an evening of some of our favorite chamber works, arranged… [Read More]

Libraries, archives, and other cultural institutions around the world are sharing free coloring sheets and books based on materials in their collections. Please download, print, and share your favorites! Visit http://library.nyam.org/colorourcollections/?mc_cid=9fb6124222&mc_eid=0de76ea781 A great activity for children and adults. ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire 5/7/20 issue:… [Read More]

This week we are heading over to  148 Hawthorn Street! Join me on WHALE’s Instagram THIS Friday, 5/1 at 10:00 to virtually take a step inside and see the wonders of the Leander A. Plummer House. Get ready to see hand painted woodwork, beautiful Delftware tile fireplaces, and a very early example of an indoor… [Read More]

The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra continues to offer free livestream concerts during the COVID-19 crisis. Visit https://nbsymphony.org. Con­certs will remain on the website for viewing, if you miss them. • The Lightness of Spring, Friday, May 1, 7pm EDT Continuing our living room tour, Emmy and Peter bring you an evening filled with a sprinkling of… [Read More]

Virtual Walk-a-thon for Peace, Sun., 5/10. Join us on Mother’s Day from 9 a.m.–9:45 a.m. from the comfort of your living room or bed! There will be a link to join the live Virtual Walk-a-thon on our homepage, mothersdaywalk4peace.org. Registration: $20 per person. Proceeds benefit the Peace Institute.  The Mother’s Day Walk for Peace is… [Read More]

Sesaem Street characters teamed up with CNN to give children an understanding of the virus and how they can protect themselves, why they can’t see their friends, etc. Here is a link to the “Best moments” from the program: https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/25/us/cnn-sesame-street-town-hall-coronavirus-trnd/index.html ••• Support local journalism, donate to the Neighb News with PayPal. Click here to download the entire… [Read More]

Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Virtual Walk for Change, Sun., 4/26,  10:00 AM. Registration: $40. Visit https://barccwalk.org The virtual Walk for Change will combine elements of online live­streaming, prerecorded messages, and fun online activities, including the announcement of the #Bark4BARCC dog contest winner. Registered participants will have access to exclusive online Walk for Change content… [Read More]

The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra continues to offer free livestream concerts during the COVID-19 crisis. Visit https://nbsymphony.org. Con­certs will remain on the website for viewing, if you miss them. Works for Solo Viola, Sat., 4/25, 7 p.m. Join us for a special evening of music with NBSO violist Maureen Heflinger! Featuring an enjoyable mix of… [Read More]