Saturday, June 7,
TAUNTON RIVERFRONT FESTIVAL
Location: Weir Riverfront Park, Taunton
Description: Riverboat tours, food, children’s activities and live entertainment.
Phone: 508-821-9347
Website: www.weircorp.org

Friday, June 6-8,
DAY OF PORTUGAL FESTIVAL WEEKEND
Location: Acushnet Ave. to Bullard St. to Beetle Street
Description: New Bedford celebrates its deep cultural ties and traditions with Portugal in the
city’s north end. Fun-filled weekend of delicious food, music and the culture of Portugal. Also featuring three stages of entertainment, carnival, 5-k road race.
Phone: 508-990-3703

Sunday, June 8, 8pm
MOVIN’ OUT
Location: Zeiterion Theatre, 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford
Description: Twyla Tharp and Billy Joel make Broadway rock!
It’s the story of the lives we’ve led, the songs we’ve sung, the days we’ll never forget. The New York Times said its “A Musical That Propels The Audience Into Delirious Ovations! A Shimmering
Portrait Of An American Generation!" TICKETS: $55 $48 $45
Phone: 508.997.5664

Thursday, June 12, 5-9pm
AHA!
Description: “New Bedford Cultures”
AHA! is a collaboration of New Bedford's museums, galleries, theatrical groups, restaurants and retailers including concerts, dance, exhibitions, lectures, tours, culinary, theatre and opening receptions.  Held the second Thursday of each month.
Downtown New Bedford
www.ahanewbedford.org

Thursday, June 12 - Sunday, June 15
Needle Work and the Sea Symposium
Location: New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford
Description: Offered in conjunction with the exhibition Needle/Work: Art, Craft, and Industry in a Port City Sponsored by the Coby Foundation.
Phone: 508.997.5664

Saturday, June 14 & 15
POLISH FEAST
Location: 235 N. Front Street, New Bedford
Description: An old-fashioned summertime gathering for the whole family to enjoy under tents rain or shine. Savor authentic Polish foods, shop for diverse arts and crafts, kids booths and grandma’s attic. Play the wheel of fortune for great prizes and dance to live polka music under the stars. Wheelchair Access. Time: Sat. 11am – 8pm; Sun. 12 – 5pm.
Phone: 508.993.6523.

Sunday, June 15, 9am
Father’s Day Road Race
Location: Begins at Hastings Middle School, 30 School Street, Fairhaven
Description: The 31st annual running of  a 6.2 mile, TAC sanctioned course through the lovely, historical Fairhaven streets features 600-700 runners, including some of New England top runners. Sponsored by Fairhaven merchants. Entry fee for runners $12. Pre-registration by June 1st is required. For registration, call 508-997-9460 or 508-992-1804

Sunday June 15,
Father's Day Road Race
Location: Children's Museum in Easton, 9 Sullivan Avenue, Easton, MA
Description: Start Father’s Day off on the right foot by joining The Children’s Museum in Easton’s 14th annual 5 Mile Road Race and 2 Mile Fun Walk. Whether you walk or run the picturesque course, you will be eligible for many great prizes. All participants will receive a goody bag and will be entered into many exciting raffles. After the race stay and enjoy lots of free food, music, awards and fun at the post-event party. Childcare will be provided for pre-registrants and the first 250 registrants will be given a free t-shirt. All proceeds benefit the Children Museum in Easton, a non-profit organization where children and parents to learn, explore, and tap into hidden creativity. Whether you choose to walk or run, the course takes you through a scenic gently looping course that is mostly flat with a few rolling hills. The course takes you through beautiful tree-lined streets of the historic North Easton Village and around the picturesque Ames Long Pond. The finish line is at the Children's Museum where a post event party will take place. Information for the event can be found at http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/fathersdayroadrace.asp. One can also register at
http://signmeup.com/59346.
Phone: 508.230.3789

Sunday, June 15. 10-5pm
FATHERS DAY AT THE ZOO
Location: Buttonwood Park, 425 Hawthorn St, New Bedford
Description: Enjoy a relaxing Sunday at the zoo with Dad. Play “Whose Your Daddy,” a word game about zoo fathers. Present your completed game at the front desk for a small prize. Dads are admitted free with a paying child.
Phone: 508.991.6178
Website: www.bpzoo.org

Friday, June 20 & 21
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY: RELAY FOR LIFE OF GREATER NEW BEDFORD
Location: New Bedford High School Walsh Field
Description: Annually, “Relay For Life” is the American Cancer Society’s signature event, taking place in over 3,800 communities nationwide. This poignant event not only raises awareness, it also serves as a celebration for cancer survivors, a memorial for loved ones and a rally for the entire community. Teams camp out around a track overnight and take turns walking, enjoying entertainment and camaraderie. All survivors and the public are invited to attend.  6pm Friday to 3pm Saturday. Phone: 508.965.2910
Website: www.relayforlife.org

Saturday, June 21,
14th Annual Walk On AIDS
Location: Fort Taber Park, New Bedford
Description: Numerous local, non-profit agencies, organizations, participate in the Walk. Walkers designate on their pledge sheets who will receive (100%)of the pledge money raised.
The Walk is 5 miles around Ft. Taber and along the beach. Bottled water is provided at the onset of the Walk. Beverages & Food are provided upon return to the park. It's a time of music, fun, (exercise) and most importantly, all the "local" agencies/organizations taking part in this Walk, benefit from this event. Pledge sheets become available approximately 5-6 weeks prior. If you would like to walk, or for more info call: Jim Coutinho at 508-995-0793, Maria Alves at 508-996-0546, Brenda Souza at 508-997-9051Seven Hills/Project Care at 508-996-3147.

Saturday, June 21, 7pm
RJD ANNUAL DINNER DANCE FUNDRAISER
Location:  Rotch-Jones Duff, 396 County St, New Bedford
Description:  A superb evening of fabulous hors d’oervres, open bar, delicious dinner, dancing and silent auction offerings, with proceeds to benefit our educational programs. 
Phone:   508.997.1401
Website:  www.rjdmuseum.org

Sunday, June 22, 1-4pm
Discovering New England Trees
Location: Lloyd Center Headquarters, 430 Potomska Rd, Dartmouth, MA
Description: Co-sponsored with New England Wildflower Society. Registration required.

Sunday, June 22, 12-4pm
TASTE OUR SOUTH COAST
Location: Custom House Square Downtown, New Bedford
Description: Experience a savory assortment of foods the South Coast has to offer. At this family-oriented, affordable, fun-filled day, approximately 30 South Coast restaurants, caterers, and bakeries serve portions of their best signature dishes from steak tips to salads to baked goods. Locally produced beverages provided by Buzzards Bay Brewery and Westport Wineries will compliment the great foods. Local artists’ creations will be displayed and raffled off. Free children's activities. Musical entertainment by “Entrain.” Come and taste the local flavor!  Admission: Adult $15/in advance; $20/day of event; Children $5/6 - 12 years, under 5 years are free.
Phone: 508.990.2777
Website: www.downtownnewbeford.org

Sunday, June 22,  2-5pm
ARCHITECTURAL SPLENDOR – BUILT ON FAITH
Location: Step off 388 County Street, New Bedford
Description:  The New Bedford Preservation Society will present a superb House of Worship Tour, featuring a vintage wedding gown exhibit at the Rotch-Jones-Duff House, concerts at several magnificent County Street churches highlighted on the tour, and concluding with an old-fashioned ice cream social on the porch of the Wamsutta Club. Admission: Yes.
Phone: 508.997.6425
Website: www.nbpreservationsociety.org

Wednesday, June 25 – August 3,   11-5pm
ANNUAL SUMMER MEMBERS SHOW
Location: Gallery X, 169 William Street, New Bedford
Description: Experience our vibrant summer member’s exhibition featuring an eclectic blend of oil paintings, watercolors and sculptures. Wheelchair Access. 
Phone:  508.992.2675
Website: www.galleryx.org

Saturday, June 28, 10-4pm
Homecoming Day Fair
Location: Center Street, from William to Green Streets, Fairhaven
Description: Fairhaven largest annual event features about 175 booths of handmade crafts and delicious foods in addition to live entertainment, an art exhibit on the west lawn of the Unitarian Church, and children’s activities, including the very popular fire engine rides. Sponsored by the Fairhaven Improvement Association. Free. Handicap parking available.
For more info: 508-994-0797

Saturday, June 28,   5:30-10pm
Seaside Swing - The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Location: Fort Taber Park, East Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA
Description: Come support The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra at its annual fundraiser, Seaside Swing, this year with the swingin' sounds of The Dick Campo Big Band! Join us at historic Fort Taber Park for an evening of open bar service compliments of Cardoza's Wine & Spirits and gourmet dining provided by Huttleston House Restaurant & Caterers. The evening is sponsored by Sovereign Bank, additional support provided by Cardoza's Wine & Spirits, Huttleston House Restaurant, Chase Canopy, The Green Thumb, WBSM, and Fun 107.

June 29 – July 5 10-5pm
CAPE VERDEAN RECOGNITION WEEK
Location: Various Buttonwood Park to Veteran Hall, New Bedford
Description: Our annual celebration of Cape Verdean culture and history. Enjoy delectable ethnic foods and great live entertainment. Festivities include Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Assumption Church on June 29 at 12pm,  Flag raising at City Hall on June 30 at 12pm. The Annual Recognition Parade culminates this week’s festivities. This year’s honorees are Daniel & Ruth Conceicao for 26+ years of commitment to the youth of Greater New Bedford. Parade July 5th, 11am.
Phone: Ed Rogers 508.994.2185
 

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