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What’s going on? Events in New Bedford.
There’s always something happening in New Bedford. Check back for dates and information about The Taste of Southcoast, Jazz Festival, Folk Festival, International Wine Festival, Working Waterfront Festival, Oktoberfest, and the Summer Sound Series, which includes Lunchtime Jazz and Friday concerts overlooking the harbor. (Whew! Did you catch all of that?!)
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Each has special memories and particular favorites among the nearly 60 native american documentary traditional music appalachian music New Bedford Science Norway Folk art party for the planet
Through the Lens: Our Fishing Heritage Opening Reception
@ New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center
May 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

6:30 pm
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibit Through the Lens: Our Fishing Heritage during AHA Night. Photographers allow us to look at life through their lens and capture moments we might otherwise miss.... Read more »
Adrift & In Stillness – Closing Reception
@ S&G Project Gallery
May 12 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

5:00 pm
Deb Ehrens Adrift & In Stillness Botanical Explorations What began as a childhood fascination with the painted flowers on my grandmother’s china has become a lifelong love of botanical imagery. With Adrift I have created... Read more »
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