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National Park Service & Working Waterfront Festival team up to offer Free Summer Camp Program
- By Press Room
- Published 06/4/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park and the Working Waterfront Festival are teaming up to offer 2 one-week summer camp programs for New Bedford children ages 9-10 (entering grades 4 & 5 in the fall of 2013). Designed to give kids an introduction to the history and culture of the working port from whaling days to the present, camp activities will include: hands-on marine science, arts and crafts, daily fieldtrips, chantey singing and more.
Waynestock 2013: Nine Hours To Save a Life - Three rooms of continuous music
- By Press Room
- Published 06/4/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture , Healthcare
It isn't often that you can literally save a life by enjoying a day of great music. Southeastern Massachusetts is pulling out all the stops with Waynestock 2013 on Sunday, June 9 from 1-10PM. Experience three rooms of non-stop music at the Seaport Inn and Marina, 110 Middle Street in Fairhaven, MA. Waynestock features some of the best music the area has to offer as well as a magician, DJ, raffle, tarot card readings, chair massages and both live and silent auctions. A $15.00 donation gets you an all-access pass!
Cape Verdean Culture highlighted in Upcoming Events
- By Press Room
- Published 06/4/2013
- Arts & Culture , Announcements & Press Releases
New Bedford, MA --Two events celebrating Cape Verdean history and culture will be held at the Main Branch of the New Bedford Public Library on July 1. “Our Cape Verdean Legacy: 1935-2013” will feature Anna Lima Delgado, the “Creola Genealogista” and internet blogger. The event starts at 7pm. Ms Delgado will draw upon her extensive knowledge of Cape Verdean history, genealogy and culture in the presentation and interpretation of the “Cape Verde Poor Relief Stereopticon Show. Created in 1935, the show includes seldom seen slides featuring daily life in Cape Verde.
Golf Tournament Raises $70,000 for Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts
- By Press Room
- Published 05/29/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases
Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts (JASM) raised $70,000 at its 16th Annual IRONMAN Golf Tournament on Tuesday, May 28th at the Tournament Players Club golf course in Norton, MA.
“This event is such a fun day for avid golfers,” said Ms. Paradis. “Participation means exclusive access to this exceptional course and its facilities, with 36 holes of no-waiting golf.”
May Portholes Programming Explores the Cultural Mosaic of the Working Port
- By Press Room
- Published 05/29/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
In September 2013, the Working Waterfront Festival will mark its’ tenth anniversary. To celebrate, we are presenting Portholes, a series of free, monthly programs designed to engage local residents and members of the commercial fishing industry in conversations about critical issues facing the working waterfront. The Portholes Project is partially funded through a grant from Mass Humanities. Each month’s programming centers around a theme. Programming during the month of May explores the Cultural Mosaic of the Working Port.
Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association will host dedication of new Meditation Garden in memory of Felix S. Witkowicz on May 26
- By Press Room
- Published 05/22/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
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.
Second Dinner-Show @ Destination Soups
- By Press Room
- Published 05/14/2013
- Arts & Culture
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
- By Press Room
- Published 05/2/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases
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.
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?
- By Press Room
- Published 04/19/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases
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.
Destination Soups is very proud to announce our first Dinner-Show performance (Rhode Island Blues journey man, Paul Geremia).
- By Press Room
- Published 04/4/2013
- Arts & Culture
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.
Ironman
- By Press Room
- Published 03/25/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Places to Visit , Nature & Environment
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!
WOMEN IN THE COMMERCIAL FISHING INDUSTRY FOCUS OF MARCH PROGRAMS
- By Press Room
- Published 02/25/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
During the month of March, the Working Waterfront Festival’s Portholes Project is pleased to present three programs which explore the theme Women in the Industry. We are pleased to present these programs in conjunction with the Zeiterion Theatre’s Women’s Voices Series. All programs are presented free of charge and open to the public.
SPINNER “Loves” New Bedford
- By Press Room
- Published 02/8/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
New Bedford, MA—Spinner Publications’ publisher Joseph D. Thomas will present a sneak peek of Spinner’s upcoming publication, A Picture History of New Bedford in a lecture and slide show featuring historic photographs of New Bedford. The presentation will take place at the New Bedford Whaling Museum on AHA! Night, Thursday, February 14, 2013 from 7 to 7:45 p.m. in the museum theatre.
O.R.P.H., INC. Presents Orpheum Rising Project Helpers An evening with Vincent “Buddy” Cianci Jr.
- By Press Room
- Published 01/23/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
On Jan. 31st the members of O.R.P.H., Inc. are excited to announce an evening conversation with the Honorable Vincent "Buddy" Cianci, former Mayor of Providence Rhode Island, from 1975 to 1984 and again from 1991 to 2002. Cianci was the longest-serving mayor of Providence, and one of the longest-serving "big city" mayors in United States history, having held office for over 21 years.
SPINNER CELEBRATES! 32nd Anniversary Spectacular Fundraising Gala To Be Held at New Bedford Whaling Museum Friday Evening, March 8, 2013
- By Press Room
- Published 01/23/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases
New Bedford, MA—Spinner Publications will hold its “Spinner Celebrates!” 32nd Annual Fundraising Gala at the New Bedford Whaling Museum on Friday evening, March 8th, from 6 to 10 p.m. Highlighting the event will be a live auction of paintings and other works by renowned local artists, antique artifacts, rare books, and collectibles. There will be an open-bar cocktail party catered by Russell Morin Fine Catering; live jazz music by John Harrison and Dori Legge; and a silent auction, followed by the presentation of an original short movie including never-before-seen vintage film clips of New Bedford.
SPINNER CELEBRATES! 32nd Anniversary Spectacular Fundraising Gala To Be Held at New Bedford Whaling Museum Friday Evening, March 8, 2013
- By Press Room
- Published 01/17/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
New Bedford, MA—Spinner Publications will hold its “Spinner Celebrates!” 32nd Annual Fundraising Gala at the New Bedford Whaling Museum on Friday evening, March 8th, from 6 to 10 p.m. Highlighting the event will be a live auction of paintings and other works by renowned local artists, antique artifacts, rare books, and collectibles. There will be an open-bar cocktail party catered by Russell Morin Fine Catering; live jazz music by John Harrison and Dori Legge; and a silent auction, followed by the presentation of an original short movie including never-before-seen vintage film clips of New Bedford.
WORKING WATERFRONT FESTIVAL LAUNCHES PORTHOLES PROJECT
- By Press Room
- Published 01/17/2013
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
In September 2013, the Working Waterfront Festival will mark its’ tenth anniversary. To celebrate, we are excited to launch the Portholes Project, a series of free, monthly programs designed to engage residents and members of commercial fishing communities in conversations about critical issues facing the working waterfront.
The Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center in Philadelphia, PA
- By Press Room
- Published 12/20/2012
- Arts & Culture , Announcements & Press Releases
NEW BEDFORD, MASS. Abraham Landau’s Holocaust memoir, Branded on My Arm and in My Soul was chosen by the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center in Philadelphia, PA, as December Book of the Month.
Bowling Classic Raises Nearly $25,000 for Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts
- By Press Room
- Published 12/7/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , Education
Hundreds of Junior Achievement (JA) supporters “bowled for bucks” at the organization’s annual Bowling Classic event on Saturday, November 3rd, raised nearly $25,000 for the local nonprofit.
WORKINGWATERFRONT FESTIVAL LANDS $40,000 NEA GRANT
- By Press Room
- Published 12/4/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture , Education
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Rocco Landesman announced today that the Community Economic Development Center of Southeastern MA (CEDC) is one of 832 non-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. CEDC is recommended for a $40,000 grant to produce the 2013 Working Waterfront Festival.
Don Cuddy to lead ORCTV (Cable Access Serving Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester)
- By Press Room
- Published 11/19/2012
- City / Town Governance , Arts & Culture , Announcements & Press Releases
There is a new face at the helm of ORCTV, the cable access station serving Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester. Mattapoisett resident Don Cuddy has been chosen from a list of candidates as the station’s new executive director. Cuddy,59, is leaving his position as an award-winning staff writer for the New Bedford Standard-Times to take at over the station. He replaces former director Kim Miot.
Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association to host holiday card signings on December 1 and 2
- By Press Room
- Published 11/19/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association, Inc., (FTFRHA) invites the public to remember our troops during this holiday season by attending a holiday card signing and creating your own holiday message for one of our military heroes. All of the cards collected during the card signings will be distributed to U.S. military troops serving overseas through the American Red Cross “Holiday mail for Heroes” program.
Fort Rodman Historical Association will host ninth annual Veterans Appreciation Day program on November 11
- By Press Room
- Published 11/11/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases
Fort Taber~Fort Rodman Historical Association, Inc., (FTFRHA) invites veterans, their families and the public to attend the ninth annual Veterans Appreciation Day program at the Fort Taber-Fort Rodman Military Museum on Veterans Day, Sunday, November 11, at 1 p.m. (1300 hours).
21st Annual Holiday House Tour
- By Press Room
- Published 11/11/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , Arts & Culture
To herald the holiday season, residents of New Bedford’s historic neighborhoods will once again be opening their beautifully restored homes for the New Bedford Preservation Society’s signature fundraising event – the 21st Annual Holiday House Tour.
SRTA Services To Be Suspended At 3:30 PM Today
- By Press Room
- Published 10/29/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , City / Town Governance
The
Southeastern Regional Transit Authority has announced plans to suspend
services at 3:30 PM today, Monday, October 29. Plans for resumption of
service will be announced based on road and weather conditions.
Residents can call 508-999-5211 for information about the status of SRTA services.
New Bedford Regional Airport Announces Flight Cancellations Today
- By Press Room
- Published 10/29/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , City / Town Governance
All scheduled airline flights at New Bedford Regional Airport have been cancelled today. Passengers should check with their airline concerning flights scheduled for Tuesday, October 30. The Airport remains open as of 8:30 a.m. this morning.
Free Legal Clinic Offered Monthly
- By Press Room
- Published 10/24/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , Economic Development
The Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network (MSBDC) is very pleased to announce that the prestigious law firm of Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP has generously offered to hold free legal clinics for small businesses in our office and outreach sites. On the second Friday afternoon of each month, beginning November 9, 2012 you can meet with one of Partridge Snow & Hahn’s attorneys to discuss general legal questions such as corporate structure, leases, contracts, insurance, employment, franchising, etc.
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT ELECTS TWO NEW BOARD MEMBERS
- By Press Room
- Published 10/15/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases , Education
unior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts has welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors. Eric Carlson, Vice President of Commercial Lending at Rockland Trust, and Vernon Miles, Mortgage Banker for Residential Mortgage Services (RMS) were both elected to three-year terms at a recent Board meeting.
George H Taber Masonic Lodge is sponsoring A Community Blood Drive on Wednesday November 14.
- By Press Room
- Published 10/13/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases
Roll up your sleeves and join us in giving the gift of life! On Wednesday November 14, 2012, a community blood drive will be held at the Fairhaven Recreation Center (which is handicapped accessible) and is located at 227 Huttleston Ave, in Fairhaven from 1:30 P.M. 6:30 P.M. Donors will be entered into an opportunity for A Turkey-A-Day Giveaway. A $50 VISA gift card will be given away each day. All presenting donors are eligible. Prizes are not redeemable for cash and non-transferable.
Fairhaven’s George H. Taber Masonic Lodge will open their doors for an open house
- By Press Room
- Published 10/13/2012
- Announcements & Press Releases
On October 20, 2012, Fairhaven’s George H. Taber Masonic Lodge will open their doors for an open house from 9 A.M.-3 P.M. This will provide the public with the opportunity to see the best-kept secret in Fairhaven (that was built by Fairhaven’s benefactor Henry Huttleston Rogers) and to learn about the Masonic fraternity.