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The Downtown Run &
The New Bedford Half Marathon
The New Bedford Half Marathon
NEW BEDFORD
Downtown New Bedford Inc. & The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick present Marathon Weekend. The fourth annual Downtown Run, held in conjunction with the 35th annual New Bedford Half Marathon, will be held on Sunday, March 18th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Click here for sign-up form.
Last year’s third effort was successful and proved that we could keep the runners and their family and friends in the downtown by giving them plenty to do and see. DNB, Inc. will once again be organizing this event and produce a
brochure/map guiding visitors to the participating businesses to eat, drink, shop. The “scavenger hunt” style event was enjoyable for families and “kids” of all ages getting their map stamped from at least half the businesses allows participants to win great prizes.
Some of the changes that the New Bedford Half Marathon Committee made kept more people both pre and post race in the downtown. The field of runners this year is expected to reach 35,000 with this being the 35th Anniversary of the race. This means Downtown New Bedford will host a combined audience of runners and spectators that could reach 50,000 people!
Last year’s third effort was successful and proved that we could keep the runners and their family and friends in the downtown by giving them plenty to do and see. DNB, Inc. will once again be organizing this event and produce a
brochure/map guiding visitors to the participating businesses to eat, drink, shop. The “scavenger hunt” style event was enjoyable for families and “kids” of all ages getting their map stamped from at least half the businesses allows participants to win great prizes.
Some of the changes that the New Bedford Half Marathon Committee made kept more people both pre and post race in the downtown. The field of runners this year is expected to reach 35,000 with this being the 35th Anniversary of the race. This means Downtown New Bedford will host a combined audience of runners and spectators that could reach 50,000 people!
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Friends of Old Rochester Music
Announce Concerts
ROCHESTER
The Friends of Old Rochester Music are proud to announce that the Instrumental Concert fundraiser will be held on Thursday, March 8 at 6:30 pm and the Choral Concert on Wednesday, March 14 at 6:30 pm. in the Old Rochester High School gymnasium.
Both concerts feature their fine choral and band students and directors from the Old Hammondtown, Sippican, Rochester Memorial Elementary schools, and the Old Rochester Regional Junior and Senior High schools. One hundred percent of the proceeds go directly into the scholarship fund for graduating Old Rochester Seniors who have participated in the great music programs in the Old Rochester District.
All are welcome. Tickets are available at the door only and are good for both concerts. Students and Seniors are $4, Adults are $6, and a Family Admission is $20. A 50/50 raffle will also take place.
Both concerts feature their fine choral and band students and directors from the Old Hammondtown, Sippican, Rochester Memorial Elementary schools, and the Old Rochester Regional Junior and Senior High schools. One hundred percent of the proceeds go directly into the scholarship fund for graduating Old Rochester Seniors who have participated in the great music programs in the Old Rochester District.
All are welcome. Tickets are available at the door only and are good for both concerts. Students and Seniors are $4, Adults are $6, and a Family Admission is $20. A 50/50 raffle will also take place.
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Music at St. Anthony's
NEW BEDFORD
Music st St. Anthony's showcases Gail Archer, International Recital Organist. If you missed last year’s performance, you should know that on Sunday, March 11th at 3:00 pm, Gail Archer will return to perform an organ recital in the Music at St. Anthony's program. Ms. Archer has a special gift for matching the instrument – St. Anthony’s great pipe organ – to the outstanding acoustical qualities of the beautiful wood frame and plaster interior of the church. As an internationally renowned concert musician, she has honed her talents at the keyboard of many different organs around the world, and last year provided a program of rich and melodious music.
The recital is at St. Anthony of Padua church in New Bedford’s North End. The recital is part of the fundraising series for the restoration of the nearly 100 year old instrument. Complimentary tea and refreshments are served after the recital at a reception to meet the organist in the church hall. Freewill donations are collected during the event, and patrons are encouraged to “Adopt an Organ Part” to help the fundraising. For more information, please call the rectory at 508-993-1691. Directions and information about the Church and the organ fund are posted on their website.
The recital is at St. Anthony of Padua church in New Bedford’s North End. The recital is part of the fundraising series for the restoration of the nearly 100 year old instrument. Complimentary tea and refreshments are served after the recital at a reception to meet the organist in the church hall. Freewill donations are collected during the event, and patrons are encouraged to “Adopt an Organ Part” to help the fundraising. For more information, please call the rectory at 508-993-1691. Directions and information about the Church and the organ fund are posted on their website.
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Zeiterion Happenings
NEW BEDFORD
Natalia Zukerman: Stage Door Live
Thursday 3/8/2012
Pinkalicious: The Musical Pinkalicious
Sunday 3/11/2012
Joan Rivers
Friday 3/16/2012
St. Patrick's Celtic Sojourn
Saturday, 3/17/12
Dane Vannatter - Stage Door Live
Thursday, 3/22/12
Spamalot
Thursday, 3/29/12
Letters Home
Friday, 3/30/12
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center is located at 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford. Box Office
Hours: M-F 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sat 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and one
hour before each performance. For more information call 508-994-2900 or visit their website.
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WESTPORT
Ongoing ClassesGentle Morning Yoga: Every Sunday Morning from 8:30 am - 9:45 am. This class is designed for the beginner as well as the experienced yoga student. Focus is on the breath and mindfulness while engaged in the practice. Call Randi at 774-473-2142 to hold your spot.
Vinyasa Yoga: Held Every Tuesday 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Walk ins welcome $12. All Levels. A flowing class with emphasis on alignment, breathing and the foundational tools of a solid yoga practice. This class is designed to stretch, strengthen and align the body while leading to a blissful relaxation.
Fun Free Facials: Visit the Sisters for a free Mary Kay Facial or a Fun Free Footbath! Call or stop in to see Christine or Dora for this special pampering anytime Tue-Sat from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. No obligation. Just come in and enjoy your pampering and receive a small gift for trying a facial or footbath. In a hurry? Call to set up a time when it's convenient for you!
Spiritual Counseling Group with Christine & Lorianne: This is a FREE group session, held every other Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30 pm, donations will be accepted. Open to everyone. No registration needed. Upcoming groups: March 7th & March 21st.
Zumba Classes: Held every Sunday from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm and Thursday from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Zumba is a fitness program that combines Latin music and easy-to-follow dance moves. Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms and resistance training. Beginners and experienced welcome! Cost $8.00 per class. Call Sandra for space availability at 508-974-5474.
Sisters of Solace is located at 948 American Legion Highway, Westport, MA. For more information call 508-636-4668, or visit their website.
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LCPL John J. Van Gyzen Hall
Kitchen Now Open
DIGHTON
Serving meals every Friday from 3:00 to 8:00 pm, at 495 School St., Dighton. Support your Marines .
For their weekly specials and Take-out orders call 508-824-0700. Click here for menu.
For Function Hall Reservations please contact Richard Bleau at 781-799-9806. For more information please visit their website.
For their weekly specials and Take-out orders call 508-824-0700. Click here for menu.
For Function Hall Reservations please contact Richard Bleau at 781-799-9806. For more information please visit their website.
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Find an upcoming blood drive near you.
NARROWS HAPPENINGS
The Narrows Center for the Arts is located at 16 Anawan St. Fall River. Doors open at 7:00 pm and Concerts begin at 8:00 pm unless otherwise noted. Most concerts stream live on Martha's Vinyard Radio. Check their website at 7:45 on concert night to tune in.
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Book Signing by Local Author
SWANSEA
Local author Robert M. Clark will visit the Swansea Public Library on Wednesday, March 7th, at 7:00 p.m. for a book signing and talk on his new book, “Dizzy Miss Lizzie.”
The book is about 13-old Kasey Madrid, who finally has the freedom she’s always wanted. Instead of putting up with sitters or camps, she can spend the summer home alone in their “new” house. Never mind that the house is a creepy old place built in the nineteenth century.
The creep factor skyrockets when Kasey meets a 19th-century girl named Lizzie Bellows in the basement. It takes some time for Lizzie to convince Kasey she’s not a ghost, though neither girl understands why they can see each other when they live 120 years apart.
R. M. Clark is a computer scientist for the Department of the Navy by day and children’s book writer by night. He lives in Swansea with his wife and two sons. His house, not coincidentally, is just down the street from Lizzie
Borden’s former summer home, which provided the inspiration for his debut novel, “Dizzy Miss Lizzie,” published by Stanley Publishing. He has penned seven books and is currently at work on his latest.
For more information and to register, contact the library at 508-674-9609.
The book is about 13-old Kasey Madrid, who finally has the freedom she’s always wanted. Instead of putting up with sitters or camps, she can spend the summer home alone in their “new” house. Never mind that the house is a creepy old place built in the nineteenth century.
The creep factor skyrockets when Kasey meets a 19th-century girl named Lizzie Bellows in the basement. It takes some time for Lizzie to convince Kasey she’s not a ghost, though neither girl understands why they can see each other when they live 120 years apart.
R. M. Clark is a computer scientist for the Department of the Navy by day and children’s book writer by night. He lives in Swansea with his wife and two sons. His house, not coincidentally, is just down the street from Lizzie
Borden’s former summer home, which provided the inspiration for his debut novel, “Dizzy Miss Lizzie,” published by Stanley Publishing. He has penned seven books and is currently at work on his latest.
For more information and to register, contact the library at 508-674-9609.
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AHA! NEW BEDFORD
Join AHA! Night when art, history & architecture come alive in New Bedford on March 8th at 5:00 pm.
We invite you to join us during the blustery month of March which roars in like a lion and leaves softly like a lamb. This evening we showcase Women’s History Month, give a shout out to our local female entrepreneurs & help you get the garden ready for spring. Plus plenty of live music, boutique shopping & eclectic eating to keep you busy all night long. So come early & stay late in the Downtown that celebrates the local arts and culture scene every 2nd Thursday!
View complete list of activities. All activities are FREE and open to the public. Year-round programming is funded in part by the Mass Cultural Council's John and Abigail Adams Arts Program, The Island Foundation, The City of New Bedford, the AHA! partners, individual supporters. For more information call 508-996-8253 Ext. 205.
First time visitors may want to start AHA! Night at the National Park Visitor Center (33 William Street). Complete program flyers with maps are also available at all AHA! venues starting the Tuesday prior to each event.
We invite you to join us during the blustery month of March which roars in like a lion and leaves softly like a lamb. This evening we showcase Women’s History Month, give a shout out to our local female entrepreneurs & help you get the garden ready for spring. Plus plenty of live music, boutique shopping & eclectic eating to keep you busy all night long. So come early & stay late in the Downtown that celebrates the local arts and culture scene every 2nd Thursday!
View complete list of activities. All activities are FREE and open to the public. Year-round programming is funded in part by the Mass Cultural Council's John and Abigail Adams Arts Program, The Island Foundation, The City of New Bedford, the AHA! partners, individual supporters. For more information call 508-996-8253 Ext. 205.
First time visitors may want to start AHA! Night at the National Park Visitor Center (33 William Street). Complete program flyers with maps are also available at all AHA! venues starting the Tuesday prior to each event.
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Katie Brown Fundraiser
FALL RIVER
The 10th Anniversary Benefit for the Katie Brown Educational Program will be held at the Eagle Event Center on Friday, March 16th, at 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of magic, mystery and intrigue featuring Magician Matt Roberts, Sally’s Palm Reading and Saxophonist Marcus Monteiro. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer and a spirits tasting.
Admission is $35 per ticket. Make checks payable to KBEP. For more information, contact Sara Riley at 401-255-2951 or visit their website.
Enjoy an evening of magic, mystery and intrigue featuring Magician Matt Roberts, Sally’s Palm Reading and Saxophonist Marcus Monteiro. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer and a spirits tasting.
Admission is $35 per ticket. Make checks payable to KBEP. For more information, contact Sara Riley at 401-255-2951 or visit their website.
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Youth Ballet Takes Flight with
"The Firebird"
"The Firebird"
NEW BEDFORD
The New Bedford Ballet is hosting its annual spring fundraiser on Sunday, March 18th from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at the NBB Community Theatre, 2343 Purchase St., New Bedford. The afternoon will include an array of elegant desserts and beverages, live music provided by members of the New Bedford Symphony Youth Orchestra, and performances of an adaptation of The Firebird by the New Bedford Youth Ballet at 2:30 and 3:30 pm. All proceeds will benefit New Bedford Ballet’s arts education and dance scholarship programs.
Based on Russian folktales and the mythological Phoenix, The Firebird was originally performed in 1910 as part of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes, with music composed by Igor Stravinsky. Rebecca Waskiel-Marchesseault, artistic director of New Bedford Ballet, has modified the original story to increase its educational value and family appeal, while still maintaining its original symbolism and energy.
Tickets: Adults are $15, Seniors and Students $10, and Children $5. For more information, call the New Bedford Ballet at 508-993-1387 or visit their website.
Based on Russian folktales and the mythological Phoenix, The Firebird was originally performed in 1910 as part of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes, with music composed by Igor Stravinsky. Rebecca Waskiel-Marchesseault, artistic director of New Bedford Ballet, has modified the original story to increase its educational value and family appeal, while still maintaining its original symbolism and energy.
Tickets: Adults are $15, Seniors and Students $10, and Children $5. For more information, call the New Bedford Ballet at 508-993-1387 or visit their website.
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Seamen’s Bethel Tours
NEW BEDFORD
NEW BEDFORD
Have you ever wondered what the Seamen’s Bethel REALLY is? Have you wondered why it was built to begin with? The Port Society, in conjunction with New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, is proud to announce special Seamen’s Bethel tours each Monday afternoon, beginning promptly at 1:00 PM. The tours start at New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park visitor center, 33 William Street, downtown New Bedford, where a Port Society volunteer will offer a guided tour of this historic and much-photographed New Bedford building. No tickets are required, and admission is free.
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Help 3,000 young volunteers stay warm this winter!
NEW BEDFORD
NEW BEDFORD
Gifts to Give need your help. Their student volunteers work year-round through all kinds of weather. Winter is here and they need to heat the mill. During the winter months more than 3,000 young volunteers will spend over 11,000 hours sorting, cleaning, organizing and packaging thousands of gently-used items for children who need them. Please consider giving a gift of cash to help us support the commitment of our volunteer work force.
They are a 501c3 tax-exempt organization whose mission is to create a caring community where we can easily share our gifts to ensure children are connected with what they need.
To learn more about GiftsToGive, or to donate online please visit their website or stop in anytime to take a 15 minute tour of the mill. They're open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 to 5 and Wednesday and Saturday, 9 to 3.
For questions about financial gifts, please contact Jennifer Golden by email or at 508-717-8715 x 2218. Their mailing address is 21 Cove Street, New Bedford, MA 02744.
They are a 501c3 tax-exempt organization whose mission is to create a caring community where we can easily share our gifts to ensure children are connected with what they need.
To learn more about GiftsToGive, or to donate online please visit their website or stop in anytime to take a 15 minute tour of the mill. They're open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 to 5 and Wednesday and Saturday, 9 to 3.
For questions about financial gifts, please contact Jennifer Golden by email or at 508-717-8715 x 2218. Their mailing address is 21 Cove Street, New Bedford, MA 02744.
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Souper Sunday
NEW BEDFORD
NEW BEDFORD
A Souper Sunday Supper will be held on Sunday, March 4th from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Center, 121 Mt. Pleasant St., New Bedford. “All-you-can-eat” Choice of eight homemade soups. (Clam and Corn Chowders, French Onion, Minestrone, Chicken Noodle, Kale, French Pea and Tomato Rice) served with bread, crackers, pudding and beverage
Free will donations will be accepted to benefit Mercy Meals & More. For information, call 508-992-6583.
Free will donations will be accepted to benefit Mercy Meals & More. For information, call 508-992-6583.
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