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Southcoast Health Van announces June schedule for community screenings and vaccinations

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — The Southcoast™ Health Van announces the June schedule for community screenings and vaccinations.

Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association will host dedication of new Meditation Garden in memory of Felix S. Witkowicz on May 26

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association, Inc., (FTFRHA) invites veterans, their families and the public to attend the dedication of the new Meditation Garden in memory of Felix S. Witkowicz on Sunday, May 26, at 2 p.m. (1400 hours), in front of the at the Fort Taber-Fort Rodman Military Museum.

Zany Comedy On Tap At Your Theatre

A rollicking Southern comedy, "The Hallelujah Girls", will cap Your Theatre, Inc.'s 66th season of award-winning community theatre entertainment. Written by Jesse Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten, the play takes place at the Spa-Dee-Dah, an abandoned Eden Falls, Georgia church turned health resort where six feisty women gather every Friday afternoon.

Mayor Mitchell Submits City Budget For Fiscal Year 2014

Budget Holds Line on Spending; Puts Money Into Rainy Day Reserve Proposes Major Reorganization of City Government New Bedford, Massachusetts—Mayor Jon Mitchell presented a $263 million fiscal year 2014 City Budget on Wednesday, May 15, 2013. Mitchell signaled he would continue his no-frills spending approach in this year’s proposal, his second since taking office in January 2012.

Second Dinner-Show @ Destination Soups

Destination Soups - Union Street, New Bedford Date: Friday May 31st Time: 6-9pm Phone: (508) 991-7687 Destination Soups is very proud to announce another Dinner-Show performance. On Friday, May 31st, we will have Eclectic folk artist from western mass, Heather Maloney for two intimate sets of her solo original Folk-indie music. Also, come to enjoy fresh, home cooking by chef and owner, Devin Byrnes. Customers can choose from 3 separate dinner specials and enjoy a drink and dessert for $16 a person for the evening. Those attending are encouraged to make reservations for this unique event. For upcoming news and menu items, please visit our web site at www.destinationsoups.com or visit us on facebook. For more information, call (508) 991- SOUP or email at destinationsoups@gmail.com. www.heathermaloney.com

Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association Inc to hold World War I Living History Encampment May 4 and 5

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association Inc. invites the public to attend a World War I Living History Encampment at Fort Rodman this weekend. Re-enactors portraying American, Canadian, German and Austro-Hungarian soldiers will be present to exhibit items and to talk about the soldiers of the First World War (1914-1918). The free event will take place on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sunday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside Fort Rodman at Fort Taber Park located at 1000C South Rodney French Bouleveard in New Bedford. For more information, please call the museum at 508-994-3938.

YMCA Southcoast to waive joiner fee on new YMCA memberships for Southcoast blood donors

YMCA Southcoast to waive joiner fee on new YMCA memberships for Southcoast blood donors NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — The Southcoast™ Blood Bank at St. Luke’s Hospital has announced the May schedule for community blood drives. A healthy incentive for Southcoast blood donors YMCA Southcoast has partnered with the Southcoast Blood Bank to offer donors a healthy incentive. Anyone who donates blood at the Southcoast Blood Bank at St. Luke’s Hospital, or at any of the community blood drives hosted by the Southcoast Blood Bank, will receive a complimentary family guest pass to any YMCA SOUTHCOAST facility, and the Y will waive the joiner fee for any donor interested in a new YMCA membership (up to a $90 savings).

Paul Revere Sign Will Come Down for Major Repairs

New Bedford, Massachusetts-City officials announced today they will take down a neon sign of Paul Revere on horseback that is visible from I-195 in New Bedford to prevent irreparable damage to the structure and for safety reasons.

RACHEL STRONACH ANNOUNCED AS NEW LLOYD CENTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dartmouth, MA - Lloyd Center for the Environment Board Chair Robert “Brodie” MacGregor has announced that Rachel Stronach will be the new Executive Director of the Lloyd Center. Stronach, the Director of Education at the Center, succeeds D’Arcy G. MacMahon, who last summer announced his intention to retire from the post early in 2013.

New Bedford Cable Network Wins National Award for Homework Helpers Program

New Bedford, Massachusetts- The Alliance for Community Media has selected New Bedford Cable Network (NBCN) to receive a national award for the daily educational program, “Homework Helpers.” The live show is produced and filmed by NBCN staff and is hosted by New Bedford Public Schools teachers who provide real-time guidance to students.

Attention golfers: Where can you play 36 holes at the TPC Boston, enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch & dinner AND be eligible to win terrific prizes – all while supporting the kids in our community?

At the Junior Achievement IRONMAN Golf Tournament!   Now in its 16th year, the IRONMAN has grown into a phenomenon among charitable golf tournaments. Because the players in this event raise critical funds for Junior Achievement, the JA Board and staff strive to create an especially memorable experience. This year the event will be held on Tuesday, May 28th.

Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District - Four Ways to Help Clean This Spring

The City and Refuse District are helping you make the most of your spring cleaning tasks with four upcoming events. Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day will take place on April 27th from 9 a.m. to noon at the Crapo Hill Landfill. Call for directions or visit www.gnbrrmdistrict.org.

Former Patriot Ty Law Donates $5k to UMass Dartmouth Scholarships

When Ty Law took the stage at the UMass Dartmouth Center for Marketing Research Celebrity/Scholarship Dinner, the first thing he said was that he would like to donate $5,000 to the Center’s scholarship program. It was clear from his inspiring remarks that followed, that he understood the value of education and the difficulty of trying to obtain one for many young people who lacked the means or support. He made the donation in the name of his new business, Launch, a trampoline park in Warwick, RI.

Southcoast Hospitals Group Blood Bank says Thank You!

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — The three hospitals that make up Southcoast™ Hospitals Group — Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford and Tobey Hospital in Wareham, and the Southcoast Centers for Cancer Care in Fairhaven and Fall River — use approximately 1,300 pints of blood a month. Southcoast counts on volunteer donors to meet the needs of patients requiring life-saving treatments in emergencies, patients with cancer and other serious illnesses and patients in need of surgery.

Actors Cast In Jubilant Comedy

Eight area actors will perform “The Hallelujah Girls”, a zany comic production slated to cap Your Theatre, Inc.’s 66th season of providing award-winning community theatre to Southeastern Bay State and surrounding communities.

UMass Dartmouth Career Center to hold Career Expo 2013

The UMass Dartmouth Career Expo 2013 is next Wednesday, April 17. The expo is open to all UMass Dartmouth students and alumni. This is UMass Dartmouth’s biggest career event of the year. Recruiters from diverse industries will offer full-time professional opportunities, internships and part-time jobs. Students and alumni from all colleges and all majors are encouraged to attend. Please join the staff of the Career Development Center at the Tripp Athletic Center from 10 AM-3 PM. Bring plenty of resumes, dress professionally, and be prepared for an on-the-spot interview! For a list of participating recruiters, please see our website: http://www.umassd.edu/career/newsevents/ For further information, please contact David LePage, Assistant Director at 508.999.8629 or dlepage1@umassd.edu.

New Bedford Launches Website to Help Tackle Problem Properties

New Bedford, Massachusetts- Mayor Jon Mitchell today announced the availability of a new online feature on the City’s website that enables neighborhood residents to submit photos and complaints regarding problem properties directly to the Mayor’s Neighborhood Task Force. The Task Force is a multi-departmental team that has been working for more than a year to crack down on nuisance properties owned largely by absentee landlords, to improve the quality of life in New Bedford neighborhoods.

AUDITIONS SET FOR NEIL SIMON PLAY

Director Lawrence R. Houbre, Jr. will audition actors for Neil Simon’s comedy about the hilarious Antics of Army recruits “Biloxi Blues” on Wednesday and Thursday, April 24 and 25, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

American Cancer Society, City of New Bedford, and Southcoast Centers for Cancer Care Call on Local Residents to Participate in Historic Cancer Research Effort

Community Involvement Can Answer Critical Questions about Cancer Causes, Prevention (New Bedford, MA) —April 9, 2013—As it celebrates its 100th birthday, the American Cancer Society is looking to local residents to help finish the fight against cancer by reaching full enrollment in a historic research study. Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3) will give scientists a better understanding of cancer causes and prevention. The Society is looking for local men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 from various racial/ethnic backgrounds with no personal history of cancer to help reach full enrollment of at least 300,000 people. Thanks to support from the City of New Bedford and Southcoast™ Centers for Cancer Care, part of the Southcoast Health System, local residents will have many opportunities to enroll in CPS-3:

FREE MARKETING SEMINAR APRIL 23

NEW BEDFORD Alphagraphics New Bedford will present “The Sweet Success of Marketing,” a lunch and learn seminar on Tuesday, April 23 at the Hawthorne Country Club in Dartmouth. This is a unique learning opportunity will focus on new marketing technologies, and help you understand how incorporating them into your sales and marketing efforts will help grow your business. A limited number of seats are available for this free seminar which will run from 11 AM to 1:00 PM. For more information and to register, go to: http://sweetsuccessevent.com/rsvp or call Alphagraphics at 508-689-4007

Actors Cast In Jubilant Comedy

Eight area actors will perform “The Hallelujah Girls”, a zany comic production slated to cap Your Theatre, Inc.’s 66th season of providing award-winning community theatre to Southeastern Bay State and surrounding communities.

Destination Soups is very proud to announce our first Dinner-Show performance (Rhode Island Blues journey man, Paul Geremia).

Destination Soups is very proud to announce our first Dinner-Show performance.

On Thursday, April 18th,@ 6pm we will have Rhode Island Blues journey man, Paul Geremia for two sets of his lively, original blues music.

Also, come to enjoy fresh, southern influenced home cooking by chef and owner, Devin Byrnes.

Customers can choose from 3 separate dinner specials and enjoy a drink and dessert for $16 a person for the evening. Those attending are encouraged to make reservations for this unique event.

For upcoming news and menu items, please visit our web site at www.destinationsoups.com or visit us on facebook. For more information, call (508) 991- SOUP or email at destinationsoups@gmail.com.

Background
Paul Geremia has been playing his brand of blues music since the early 1970’s; he was nominated for a Grammy in 2003. Paul plays both his own originals and traditional blues standards. On the April 28 2013, he will be inducted into the Rhode Island music hall of fame.

Destination Soups was launched in 2008 by Devin Byrnes, who bases the menu on all fresh ingredients and homemade comfort cuisine he learned while cooking in New Bedford back in the 90s and later in New York City. Byrnes was able to expand to a bigger and better location right up the road following the continued success of his first location in the historic section of downtown New Bedford, while giving back to our local community through fundraising and multiple charities.

SHOWCASE FEATURES TWO STAGE PLAYS

As a Director’s Showcase production, Your Theatre, Inc. will present two one-act plays Thursday through Saturday, April 4, 5 and 6 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, April 7 at 2:30 p.m.
     
Linda Monchik of Fall River will direct William Inge’s “Glory in the Flower”. Suzanne Bergeron of New Bedford will direct Glenn Hughes’ “Red Carnations”.

The David Bindman Ensemble will be in residence at UMASS Dartmouth during the week of April 1-6.

The David Bindman Ensemble will be in residence at UMASS Dartmouth during the week of April 1-6. The group will participate in a diverse range of activities, including classes, concerts, and collaborations with students and members of the community.

The ensemble performs original compositions by the saxophonist/leader. Many of these works are expansive narrative suites that explore rich layers of rhythmic and harmonic complexity, adapting elements from world music traditions, and drawing on the improvisational voices of the group’s members.

City of New Bedford to Celebrate National Community Development Week

The City of New Bedford will celebrate the kickoff of National Community Development Week on April 2, 2013 at 9:30am at the New Bedford Art Museum, 608 Pleasant Street, New Bedford, MA 02740.

Southcoast Blood Bank announces community blood drive schedule for the month of April

The Southcoast™ Blood Bank at St. Luke’s Hospital has announced the April schedule for community blood drives.

Southcoast Hospitals’ RAPPP program announces free after school programming for April

The Southcoast™ Hospitals’ Responsible Attitudes toward Pregnancy, Parenting & Prevention (RAPPP) Program is hosting a series of after school activities during the month of April. Experienced teachers will also be available to help students with math, science, English and history homework.

AHA! Presents: “First Person, Second Story”

Have you ever wondered how an author wrote his book? Why she wrote it?

Come listen to three authors discuss what they wrote, why they wrote it, and how they chose their respective subjects at “First Person, Second Story,” presented by AHA! at Cork in downtown New Bedford on April 25 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Ironman

Attention golfers:  Where can you play 36 holes at the TPC Boston, enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch & dinner AND be eligible to win terrific prizes – all while supporting the kids in our community? - At the Junior Achievement IRONMAN Golf Tournament!

Applications Now Available for 2013 Kennedy Summer Day Program

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — The Southcoast™ Health Van announces the April schedule for community screenings and vaccinations. Free mobile health services available by the Southcoast Health Van staff include:

Applications Now Available for 2013 Kennedy Summer Day Program

New Bedford, Massachusetts- Applications are now available for parents to register their children to participate in the Kennedy Summer Day Program operated by New Bedford Parks Recreation & Beaches.  This summer program is an opportunity for children to engage in a variety of sports, games, crafts, environmental education, and outdoor fun while making new friends.  Activities include beach and swim time, special visitor programs from the National Park Service, Buzzards Bay Coalition, and many more.

2013 UMD Summer Program in Portuguese

Dartmouth, MA. The Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture, in partnership with the departments of Portuguese, English and History, announces the 20th Annual Summer Program in Portuguese at UMass Dartmouth, June 24 – July 26, 2013. Situated in the heart of North America’s oldest and largest Portuguese-speaking community, our program provides a unique cultural environment for learning Portuguese in a richly varied natural immersion setting.

Southcoast VNA to offer free health assessments, screenings and wellness education for seniors in April

FAIRHAVEN, Mass. — Southcoast™ Visiting Nurse Association, known in the community as Southcoast VNA, announces the April schedule for free health assessments, screenings and wellness education for seniors.

New Bedford to Host a Paper Shredding Day for Local Residents and Businesses

The City of New Bedford, the Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District and Doc Shredding Corp. are partnering for a paper shredding day in downtown New Bedford.  The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon).

Tomlinson & O’Neil Insurance Agency of New Bedford, MA is pleased to announce that the agency has signed an agreement to represent The Norfolk & Dedham Group

Christopher J. O’Neil, Vice President of Tomlinson & O’Neil Insurance Agency of New Bedford, MA is pleased to announce that the agency has signed an agreement to represent The Norfolk & Dedham Group.  The Norfolk & Dedham Group has been serving insurance policyholders since 1825 and includes The Norfolk & Dedham Mutual Fire Insurance Company and the Fitchburg and Dorchester Mutual Insurance Companies. 

O’Neil states “N&D consists of financially strong A Rated carriers that we have added to our agency in order to write quality personal and commercial lines business. They put our agency in a very competitive position going forward. N&D is proving to be a very significant appointment for our agency.”

Tomlinson & O’Neil Insurance Agency Inc. is a progressive agency serving the needs of thousands of individuals and businesses throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island since 1956.  For more information please visit their website at www.toinsurance.com or call 508-994-5678. 

Nature's Bounty - Call for Artists

Break out of the winter blahs. Shake off cabin fever. Select or create a piece of artwork to submit to the Westport Art Group’s Annual Spring Juried Show. The theme: Nature’s Bounty.

Book talk by Novelist Anthony Barcellos

North Dartmouth, MA.  The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture and the Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese-American Archives, in collaboration with the Center for Arts and Ideas at UMass Lowell, announce a book talk by novelist Anthony Barcellos scheduled for Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. in the Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese-American Archives, parking lot 13. Free and open to the public.

 

New Bedford Launches CitiWorks Neighborhood Improvement Mini-Grants Program

New Bedford, Massachusetts- Today, Wednesday, March 13 at 5:00pm, the City of New Bedford, through the Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD), will launch CitiWorks, a neighborhood improvement min-grant program for eligible neighborhoods citywide.  The program will be introduced at an informational session at the Office of Housing and Community Development, 608 Pleasant Street, New Bedford.

Southcoast Health Van announces March schedule for community screenings and vaccinations

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. — The Southcoast™ Health Van announces the March schedule for community screenings and vaccinations. Free mobile health services available by the Southcoast Health Van staff include:

    Cancer screenings & education.
    Blood pressure screening.
    Cholesterol screening
    Teen resource information
    Glucose (diabetes) screenings.
    Nutritional information and education.
    Health education services.
    Medical physician referral.
    Vaccinations.

New Bedford’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Hazelwood Park

Saturday, March 30th, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.

New Bedford, Massachusetts-The City of New Bedford has announced the Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at Hazelwood Park at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 30th, 2013.  The event is open to children ages 1-12 years and will include a variety of eggs filled with goodies for all participants. The day will be comprised of an egg hunt, plenty of games including an egg toss, egg rolling competition, an egg relay, and more.

 

The event is free and open to the public.  Games will begin at 12:00 p.m. and the Egg Hunt will commence at 1:00 p.m.  The Annual Easter Egg Hunt is sponsored by the City of New Bedford Mayor’s Office, Parks, Recreation & Beaches, and the Community Development Block Grant Program.

For more information and to register a child to participate please call the Administrative Offices of Parks, Recreation and Beaches prior to the event at (508) 961-3015.
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