The Shepherd Center will be hosting three local award-winning directors, each showcasing their 20-minute short films for us. There will be a Q&A at the end of the evening with all filmmakers. Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM, Shepherd Center for the Performing Arts, 34 Center St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 Screenings of three films by local… [Read More]
Puzzles Attack Vigil
On February 1 (NOTE date correction), 2006, an act of violence at Puzzles Lounge shook New Bedford and left deep scars—alongside enduring strength, resilience, and love. This year marks twenty years since that night, and we are coming together to remember, honor, and rise. The South Coast LGBTQ+ Network invites you to join us for… [Read More]
Solidarity Visibilities
Starting on Thurs., 1/29, at 6 p.m., we will show solidarity every night in the streets to stop ICE. Join us in Fairhaven at the corner of Route 6 and Main Street (near Fairhaven High School) every night until we remove the regime and abolish ICE. Briing signs, friends, family, and neighbors. Play music, create… [Read More]
Science Cafe
Tues., 2/3, 6 to 8 p.m., The Last Round Bar & Grille, 908 Purchase St., New Bedford. Open to everyone. Free, save for the beer! Engineer Richard Riels, will discuss “Ropeless Lobster Traps; Protecting the Lives of Marine Mammals & the Livelihood of Harvesters.” Rich is the Executive Director of SMELTS, the Sea Mammal… [Read More]
Stand With Minnesota
Labor Solidarity Standout Organized labor across Minnesota is taking action to stand against the violent ICE occupation of Minneapolis, which is directly impacting union members, their workplaces, communities, and families. They have called for a walkout and general strike for Friday, January 23rd, “A Day of Truth and Freedom.” The Greater Southeastern MA Labor Council,… [Read More]
Ham & Bean Supper
Please join us on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 5:30 pm at the Our Lady of Purgatory Maronite Catholic Church Parish Center, 4254 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, for our annual Ham & Bean Supper. In addition to Ham & Beans we’ll be serving Macaroni & Cheese, homemade cornbread, coleslaw, desserts and beverages…an opportunity to share… [Read More]
Spiritual Explorers
The Spiritual Explorers next meeting at the Acushnet Council on Aging will be on the fourth Monday of this month, January 26,2026. All are welcome to join this group who like to engage in discussing various readings and suggested topics. Topics encourage exploring and sharing one’s own spiritual insights. For January, the discussion will be… [Read More]
Military Talk
The epic battles in the Pacific Theater during World War II were fought, not just by battleships and air power. The role of logistics, and naval blockade strategies were vital to victory. Learn more about this at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25 at the Fort Taber-Fort Rodman Military Museum and Veterans Memorial, 1000 S. Rodney… [Read More]
History in Medals
250 Years of American History in Medals Presented by Alex Krapf, Sat., 1/24, 2 p.m., Westport Public Library, 408 Old County Road, Westport MA Join medal and coin collector Alex Krapf for a whirlwind tour of (some) coins and (mostly) medals through 250 years of American history. Coins, medals, and art are inextricably intertwined with history…. [Read More]
Acushnet holding Complete Streets pop-up
The Town of Acushnet is holding a pop-up event to get input from residents on the town’s Complete Streets Prioritization Plan, on Tuesday, 1/27/26, from 2:30–7 p.m., at the Acushnet Public Library, 232 Middle Road. Community members are invited to stop by anytime during the pop-up hours to share feedback on where it feels safe… [Read More]
