The Acushnet Public Library is pleased to offer two outdoor concerts during the month of May at our outdoor pavilion behind the library, 232 Middle Rd., Acushnet.  On Wednesday, May 24 at 6 pm the Ford Middle School Chorus, led by Music and Band Teacher Brian Shanbrun will sing a program of songs to celebrate… [Read More]

Join us for a neighborhood cleanup on Sat., 5/20, from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will be cleaning up South End neighborhoods. Please meet at the parking lot behind the Orpheum Theatre 1005 S. Water St. New Bedford, MA. Free t-shirts to all volunteers. Gloves and tools provided; Wear closed-toe shoes; Review the safety notes; Walkins… [Read More]

Still recovering from winter fatigue? New Bedford Ballet’s performance of The Snow Queen is guaranteed to melt any remaining memories of this year’s bitter winter and warm your heart as you prepare to embrace the summer months. Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s 19th-century fairy tale, New Bedford Ballet’s 37th annual full-length ballet will be performed… [Read More]

All are welcome to join us for a community spring clean-up of Rogers Grammar School exterior grounds, 100 Pleasant Street, Fairhaven, on Sat., 5/13, at 10 a.m. Bring your rake and gloves. It will be a fun time. Sponsored by the Rogers Re-Use Committee. ••• Click here to download the 5/11/23 issue: 05-11-23 SunnyBDay Support… [Read More]

Women Run is teaming up with United Way of Greater New Bedford’s Women United to host the first annual Women Run UNITED Mother’s Day 5k Run! This will be a fun, healthy way to start your Mother’s Day while honoring the amazing women in your life and supporting other women in the community. Sun., 5/14,… [Read More]

Spring Craft & Vendor Fair, Knights of Columbus, 57 Fairhaven Rd, Matta­poisett, Sat., 5/13, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Mother’s Day Gifts! Art, Jewelry, Candles, Handcrafted Gifts & More! Raffle table with items from our amazing vendors!  Proceeds will be donated to a local women’s shelter. ••• Click here to download the 5/11/23 issue: 05-11-23 SunnyBDay Support… [Read More]

Mills at the Head of Westport and Beyond, Sat., 5/13, 10 a.m., at the Mill Pond Conservation Area, 62 Reed Road, Westport MA (Parking available at the Council on Aging)  Westport contains waterpower sources in virtually every section of town. From the mid-18th century into the 19th century, the Head of Westport area served as… [Read More]

NB Voc-Tech Theatre Company presents “9 to 5”  based on the 20th Century Fox Picture originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009. Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parten; book by Patricia Resnick. Fri. and Sat., 5/5 & 5/6, 7 p.m.; Sun., 5/7 matinee at 2 p .m. General admission, all seats $15.00 Directed… [Read More]

On Tuesday, May 9 the South Coast Bikeway Alliance’s 10th Annual Bike Summit returns. Join us from 6–8 pm as we gather at the James Arnold Mansion (formerly the Wamsutta Club) at 427 County St. in New Bedford to share news and progress along the South Coast Bikeway. Guest speakers include MassDOT Bicycle and Pedestrian… [Read More]