The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (RJD), in partnership with the New Bedford Preservation Society, will offer a walking tour of Abolition Row on Wednesday, September 27, at 6 p.m. This free tour will explore the structures and people connected to the story of abolitionism in New Bedford. The tour will start at the Friends… [Read More]

The annual Town of Fairhaven auction is scheduled for Saturday, September 16, at 9:00 a.m. at the Board of Public Works garage, 5 Arsene Street, Fairhaven.  Cash Only. No Credit or Debit accepted. Items are from a variety of departments in Fairhaven, including Schools, Fire, Harbormaster. Items include office equipment, tools, furniture, and more.  Some… [Read More]

The Fairhaven High School Hall of Fame Committee announces the publication of Buddy Thomas’s first book, “True to the Blue.” In this unique publication Buddy Thomas has used his 40+ years of experience covering local high school sports for the Standard-Times to produce a decade-by-decade chronicle of Fairhaven High School sports.  Buddy relied on the… [Read More]

In commemoration of International Underground Railroad Month in September, The New Bedford Historical Society is holding a reading with author Ilyon Woo author of Master Slave Husband Wife on Monday, 9/18 at 6:30 at Gallery X., 169 William St., New Bedford.  Master Slave Husband Wife is the remarkable true story of Ellen and William Craft,… [Read More]

The Summer Sound Series presented by Mayor Jon Mitchell runs through September 15 with streets blocked off for the Friday concerts from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Concert­goers can purchase a beverage from participating establishments and experience great live music in a fun, festive atmosphere. The last concert of the season is this Friday.  PURCHASE… [Read More]

The second annual Conrad Roy III Memorial 5K will be held on Sat., 9/9 at 9 a.m. at Fort Phoenix Beach in Fairhaven, rain or shine. Sponsored by the family of Conrad Henri Roy III. Register online at www.racewire.com or on site at 8:15 a.m. Begins and ends at Fort Phoenix.  Contact Kim Bozzi, 774-319-7347… [Read More]

Destination New Bedford and Pope’s Island Marina welcome Nao Trinidad, a replica of the 16th-century tall ship that sailed with Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan’s fleet that circumnavigated the world. This year marks the 500th anniversary of Magellan’s historic trip. Tours through 9/10.  Tickets for the tour are $15 for adults and $5 for children ages… [Read More]

Our Lady of Purgatory Maronite Catholic Church presents our annual Lebanese Festival on Fri., 9/8, from 5–11 p.m.; and Sat., 9/9, from noon to 11 p.m., at our new home, 4254 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford (the former Our Lady of Fatima).  Featuring Lebanese food and entertainment with Mitchel Kaltsunas on Friday, and Rami Badr with… [Read More]

Join us for the 12th International Azorean Whaleboat Regatta, Sept. 8–10, in New Bedford. Free for spectators. All at  Clark’s Cove, West Rodney French Blvd. Fri., 9/8, 9 a.m.: Women and Men’s rowing races. Sat., 9/9, 9 a.m.: Women and Men’s rowing races. Sun., 9/10, 9 a.m.: Mixed boat rowing races. Ticketed Events: $35 pp… [Read More]

Feast of Our Lady of Angels, September 2, 3, 4, Our Lady of Angels Feast Grounds, 7 Jesse St., Fairhaven. Sat. 5 p.m.-Midnight, Sun. Noon – Mid., Mon. Noon – 10 p.m. Procession on Main St. Monday at 1 p.m. followed by auction. A traditional Portuguese “festa” with live music, game booths, Portuguese & American… [Read More]