February 1,7,8,10 2012
Bristol Community College
22nd Annual National African American Read-In
1st – Opening Ceremony with African Drummers 12:30pm
7th – Attleboro Campus 12:30-1:45 pm
8th – Fall River Campus 9:30-12:15pm
10th – New Bedford Campus 11:00-1:40pm
Speaker: TBD
Where: Bristol Community College Attleboro Center,
11 Field Road, Attleboro, MA 508-226-2484 x2208 The Auditorium
Where: Bristol Community College, at The H building, brick area and 1st African Drummers G Building
77 Elsbree St. Fall river, MA 508-678-2811 or email robert.rezendes@bristolcc.edu
Where: Bristol Community College, at The New Bedford Campus
800 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 508 678-2811 x2208
February 2, 2012
Continues from December
Attleboro Arts Museum
Members’ Exhibition
An important Attleboro Arts Museum member exhibit for “Arts for Everyone”
all work is accepted into this exhibition and cash prizes awarded.
Where: Attleboro Arts Museum, 86 Park St. Attleboro MA 02703
508-222-2644 www.attleboroartsmuseum.org
February 2, 2012
Zeiterian Performing Arts Center
Stage Door at the Z
Frank Vignola, acoustic guitarist
Frank Vignola is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world’s top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Wynton Marsalis, Tommy Emmanuel, Mark O Connor, the Boston Pops, the New York Pops, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his “Five Most Admired Guitarists List” for the Wall Street Journal.
Step through the red stage door on Spring Street and find the Zeiterion stage
transformed into an intimate concert club with great music. A full bar is available.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 7:30pm
Tickets $20
Wheelchair Access 508-994-2900 www.zeiterian.org
February 2, 2012
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Sailors’ Series
Celebrating its 22nd year by bringing the “rock stars” of the sailing world to New Bedford.
Learn about the America’s Cup past and present and breathtaking ocean racing then and now.
Author Gary Jobson presents “Sailing: Speed and Passion.” Jobson is a world class sailor, television commentator and author. He is President of US SAILING, the National Governing Body of Sailing. He has authored 17 sailing books and is Editor at Large of Sailing World and Cruising World magazines, and has been ESPN’s sailing commentator since 1985. In 1999, Jobson won the Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, US SAILING’s most prestigious award. In October 2003, he was inducted into the America’s Cup Hall of Fame by the Herreshoff Marine Museum. He currently races a Swan 42, Mussang, and an Etchells, Whirlwind
Where: New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Lecture rate
Members: $15
Non-members: $20
Combined Lecture Series Rate
Members: $165
Non-members: $225
Select any number of programs
Call (508) 997-0046 x100 to order your tickets today or order online.
February 2, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Tinsley Ellis
tinsleyellis.com
Southern blues-rocker TINSLEY ELLIS may speak no evil, but he sings and plays with the conviction of, as Billboard wrote, “…a man possessed.” Over the course of 11 albums and literally thousands of live performances, Ellis easily ranks as one of today’s most electrifying blues-rock guitarists…..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm $20 Advance | $23 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 3, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Beppe Gambetta
Gambetta is increasingly known as one of the true live master innovators of the acoustic guitar. While Beppe still lives in his native Genova, he travels to North America at least three times each year…..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm $20 Advance | $23 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 4, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Ana Moura
Vocalist Ana Moura is fado’s brightest rising star. With her riveting interpretation of her land’s fado style, she has become a leading exponent of the poetic and deeply expressive song which personifies the Portuguese psyche as it explores such universal themes as lost love, separation, and longing. Her rise to global stardom has made fans and collaborators of Prince and The Rolling Stones, who recently joined her on stage in Lisbon.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 8:00pm Tickets $25.00/$30.00/$35.00/$40.00
Box Office, call 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
Wheelchair Accessibility
February 4, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Pat McGee
ince my first CD “from the wood” in 1995 to my latest album No Wrong Way To Make It Right (my 9th recording) in 2011, I feel that I have allowed too many publicists who don’t know me to write my bio. Who knows Pat McGee better than I, right?….
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm $18 Advance | $20 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 5, 2012
The New Bedford Historical Society
“Eleventh Annual Frederick Douglass Read-a-thon”
A Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. This year’s event will commemorate Douglass
and his role in advocating for the rights of African-Americans. If you are interested in reading
in the Read-a-thon, please call the New Bedford Historical Society at 508-979-8828
email Laurie Robertson-Lorant at laurielorant@earthlink.net
Where:Friend’s Meeting House, 83 Spring St, New Bedford, MA
When: 2-6pm
February 9, 2012
AHA! “Carnevale”
Downtown New Bedford, 5-9 pm
AHA! (Art, History & Architecture) is New Bedford’s free Downtown Cultural Night and collaborative
cultural organization with over 60 downtown venue partners.
The AHA! Mission is:
To be a cooperative venture dedicated to invigorating the downtown New Bedford cultural scene.
The AHA! model collectively brands and presents the best the city has to offer providing an easy
way for residents and visitors to be a part of the city’s burgeoning cultural scene.
February 9, Through March 11, 2012
UMass, University Art Gallery
Exhibit: Mark Goodwin: Wanderlust
Opening Reception: February 9, 6-9 PM
Lecture 7 PM
Where: University Art Gallery, 715 Purchase St., New Bedford, Ma
When: 9-6pm daily Call 508-999-8555
www.umassd.edu/universityartgallery
February 10, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
POUSETTE DART BAND
The Pousette-Dart Band, led by Jon Pousette-Dart carved a place in the landscape of American music in the 1970’s. They were a mainstay of album radio, a favorite on the college circuit, and became one of the busiest touring groups in the US working with such acts as The Byrds, Bonnie Raitt, Little Feat….
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm $25 Advance | $28 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 10,-18, 2012
Youth Musical Theater Corporation
“Ragtime”
Book by Terrence McNally | Music by Stephen Flaherty | Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Based on the novel, Ragtime, by E.L. Doctorow
Called by Time Magazine “A triumph for the stage,” and by the International Herald Tribune “the best musical in twenty years,” this acclaimed musical won 1998 Tony Awards for Best Score, Book and Orchestrations, and won both the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Best Musical and Best Score.
Where: The Julia Morgan Theater in Berkeley.
When: Performances: Feb. 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th and 18th at 7:30pm
and Feb 12th at 2:00pm
For more information visit www.ymtc.org
February 10, 2011
Bristol Community College Foundation
Winter Classic
A toast to the New Year and the ways Bristol Community College helps students with scholarships, campus grants, and loans with the work of the Foundation. The event celebration with friends and good cheer offers cocktails and hor d’oeurves. Proceeds support the Bristol Community College Foundation
Where: Venus de Milo Restaurant, Swansea, MA
When: 6-8pm
Visit www.BristolCC.edu/winterclassic
February 11, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
JOE LOUIS WALKER
JoeLouisWalker.com
One of the most fiery guitar players on the planet. His stinging tone and soulful voice make Joe the preeminent bluesman on the scene today. He was recently nominated for 5 awards at the 31st Blues Music Awards
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA
When: 8pm $20 Advance | $23 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 11, 2012
Zeiterian Performing Arts Center
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra
Arturo Marquez: Danzónes No. 2
Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 in A, Op. 56 “Scottish”
Paul Hindemith: Symphonie: “Mathis der Maler”
Visit the NBSO website for a full description of concert selections.
Concert Sponsor: Barbara and Hershel Alpert Music Fund
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 8:00pm Tickets $20.00/$35.00/$45.00/$55.00
Box Office, call 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
Wheelchair Accessibility
February 12, 2012
Zeiterian Performing Arts Center
Reflections on the Civil War: 150 years Hence
The Rivalry
LA Theatre Works’
Over 150 years ago, Americans struggled with issues of slavery, race, freedom, equality, states’ rights, and America’s future. In the 1858 Illinois Senate race, Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas embarked on a series of debates. Their epic clash of ideas and oratory forged a future President and a nation. LA Theatre Works production of The Rivalry is a riveting depiction of the Lincoln-Douglas debates, using dialogue from the original debate transcripts to bring to life the fierce competition between the future President and the incumbent Senator as they tackled the day’s most controversial issues.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 7:00pm Tickets $30.00
Box Office, call 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
Wheelchair Accessibility
February 12, 2012
Rotch Jones Duff House and Gardens Museum
RJD’s Valentine Champagne Brunch
This year, in addition to our traditional sumptuous brunch menu, the Museum is pleased to add a special first course offering featuring a sampling of scallop recipes from Scallops: A New England Coastal Cookbook by Karin and Elaine Tammi. This mother-daughter author team will be at the brunch to talk about their cookbook.
The hardcover cookbooks will be offered for sale for $40. Please reserve at 508-997-1401 or click here to register securely online. Individual tickets are $50, or purchase a sponsorship ticket at $100 per person and receive a signed copy of Scallops: A New England Coastal Cookbook.
Proceeds from the brunch underwrite the cost of student educational programming at the Museum, offered to more than 2,000 students annually
Where: The Rotch Duff Jones House , 396 County Street , New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 11:30am
You may contact the RJD museum at 508-997-1401 or visit the secured website at www.rjd.org
February 13, 2012
Rotch Jones Duff House and Gardens Museum
An Anchorage all their Lives: “The Jones Girls at County Street”
with Janice Hodson
For 85 years 396 County Street was the residence of the Jones family, the place siblings Emma, Amelia and Sarah Jones called home. Learn about family household activities, traditions, and family celebrations in a presentation by Janice Hodson. Ms. Hodson has conducted extensive research regarding the history of New Bedford, in addition to authoring the Museum’s Interior Furnishings Report. She is currently the Curator of Art in Special Collections at the New Bedford Free Public Library. Refreshments and a brief meeting precede the presentation.
Where: The Rotch Duff Jones House , 396 County Street , New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 7:00pm No fee, offered through the Friends of the RJD.
You may contact the RJD museum at 508-997-1401 or visit the secured website at www.rjd.org
February 14-17, 2012
The Children’s Museum in Easton
I LOVE Valentines Week
A day devoted to the colors red, pink and white. We’ll have a variety of supplies in the Studio that encourage creative expressions of love!
10-10:45
Join a Fitness instructor from Good Samaritan Medical Center to learn some ways to keep your body healthy and strong
Where: The Old Fire Station, 9 Sullivan Ave, North Easton, MA 02356
For more information call 508-230-3789
or visit http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/this_month0.aspx
February 14, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
An Evening with Peter Frampton
Grammy®-winning guitarist and songwriter Peter Frampton has embarked on a world tour celebrating his multi-platinum-selling live album” Frampton Comes Alive! “ The three-hour show will feature a complete performance of “Frampton Comes Alive!”, as well as other classics from his catalogue. Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 8:00pm Tickets $49/$55/$64.50/$75.00
Box Office, call 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
Wheelchair Accessibility
February 15, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Suzanne Vega
Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation, Suzanne Vega emerged
as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s when, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar,
she sang what has been labeled contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs….
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $ 40 Advance and $45 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 16, 2012
YWCA of Southeastern Massachusetts
9th Annual Red Dress Fashion Show and Silent Auction
The YWCA continues to be an active participant in the National Heart Truth Red Cross Project.
This annual event is to raise awareness of heart disease.
Where: Century House, 107 South Main St. Acushnet, MA
When: 5:30 cocktails and 6pm Dinner and Fashion show
Tickets are $50 For more information call YWCA at 508-999-3255
or visit www.ywcasema.org
February 16, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Buckwheat Zydeco
buckwheatzydeco.com
Opener: Jeremy Lyons
It’s a Mardi Gras party featuring the King of Zydeco. American musical legend Stanley Buckwheat Dural Jr. along with his band, Buckwheat Zydeco is the preeminent ambassador of Louisiana zydeco music. 2010 marks Buckwheat Zydeco’s 30th anniversary, and Buckwheat is celebrating with the release of his new CD (and Alligator Records debut), Lay Your Burden Down…..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $ 25 Advance and $28 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 16, 2012
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Sailors’ Series
Celebrating its 22nd year by bringing the “rock stars” of the sailing world to New Bedford.
Learn about the America’s Cup past and present and breathtaking ocean racing then and now.
Writer John Rousmaniere presents “The Golden Pastime,” an illustrated history of American yachting. Rousmaniere (Room-an-ear) has sailed more than 40,000 miles in the ocean and near shore. A descendant of a French soldier who fought in the American Revolution, he is the author of 28 books, including 15 about sailing. His books on yachting history include The Golden Pastime: A New History of Yachting, a book on yachting photography, and biographies of the New York Yacht Club, the America’s Cup, The Shelter Island Yacht Club, and the classic yawl Bolero. He is the yachting editor of the Oxford Encyclopedia of Maritime History
Where: New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Lecture rate
Members: $15
Non-members: $20
Combined Lecture Series Rate
Members: $165
Non-members: $225
Select any number of programs
Call (508) 997-0046 x100 to order your tickets today or order online.
February 18, 2012
White’s of Westport
9th Annual Tribute to George Harrison
The annual event is a night filled with music from the 60’s, focusing around George Harrison and the Beatles. The event includes Beatles memorabilia and artwork available for purchase and a Chinese raffle.
This is a fun fundraiser and is a great family event, suitable for all ages. All proceeds from the event are donated to St. Jude’s Hospital and Bristol County Hospice for cancer research and support.
This year’s lineup includes: the Cryers, the Mockers, Sherman and the Waybacks, British Yankees, the Psychedelic Relics and the OH NOS! a plastic sporko band. .
Food and drinks are available for purchase at venue.
Advanced tickets ($10.00) are available for purchase beginning January 17, 2012 at Whites of Westport box office or by mailing a check and self-addressed/stamped envelope to “George Harrison Tribute/Rachel Cabral, P.O. Box 1466. Westport, MA 02790”.
Tickets ($15.00) will be available at the door the night of the show.
Where: Whites of Westport, 66 State Rd Westport, MA.
Includes free parking, on-site restaurants, and adjacent hotel, the Hampton Inn
When: 6 -9pm
February Vacation Week 18-26th
The Children’s Museum in Easton
Dude, Where’s My Spaceship?
It’s a week of sightings, abductions and close encounters of the extra-terrestrial kind.
Where: The Old Fire Station, 9 Sullivan Ave, North Easton, MA 02356
When: The week of February School Vacation February 18-26th
For more information call 508-230-3789
or visit http://www.childrensmuseumineaston.org/this_month0.aspx
February 18, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Entrain
entrain.com
Epic in sound and kaleidoscopic in vision, the eclectic Martha’s Vineyard-based six piece Entrain has been thrilling critics and fans alike since it’s inception. Entrain has jammed with the likes of singer/songwriter James Taylor, Grateful Dead Alum Bob Weir and rock legend Bo Diddley…….
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $ 20 Advance and $23 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 19, 2012
Lloyd Center, Dartmouth MA
Annual Owl Prowl
Venture out into various locations in the quiet, dark winter woods of Dartmouth during the predawn hours when local owls of the region are highly active. Screech, Great Horned, Barred and Long Eared Owls are potential species heard and seen. Around sunrise, you’ll depart the forest and visit Barney’s Joy Beach, where other seabirds and the beautiful winter beach itself can be enjoyed. At the outing’s conclusion, you’ll be treated to a light breakfast of bagels and coffee at the Lloyd Center. From there you may depart for the day or explore the trail in all its winter glory
Where: Lloyd Center Headquarters, 430 Potomska Road, Dartmouth
When: 3:30am -8:00 am the van departs and return around 8am
Cost: Members $9 Non-members $12
(Children under 12 yrs: Members $4.00, Non-members $6)
For more information call 508-558-2918 or visit www.lloydcenter.org
poor weather date: Sunday, February 26th, 3:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
February 20-24, 2012
Battleship Cove, Fall River
Special Programs for Vacation Week
Looking for something to do during school vacation week? Battleship Cove has many special
activities at reduced prices. See how sailors lived and fought for the freedoms we enjoy today.
Explore gun turrets, engine rooms, officers and crews quarters to name a few.
Over 500,000 sq. ft. to explore!
Battleship Cove – The Fleet that Touches Lives
The largest collection of preserved US Navy ships in the world
Activities include:
Signal the flag workshop
Scavenger hunt
Signal Flag Workshop
Knot Know-How
Letters to Heroes
Orientation video and WWII cartoons
Where: Battleship Cove, 5 Water St. Fall River, MA
When: Battleship Cove will be open all vacation week from 9am until 4:30pm.
Rates: Adult $12, Children 6-12 $7, Children five and under are free.
For more information call 508-678-1100 or visit www.battleshipcove.org
February 20-24, 2012
Buttonwood Park Zoo Wild Winter Week
Celebrate winter vacation week at the zoo. Have a hootin’ & howlin’ time.
Each day will feature new special-themed activities each day to keep your little critters busy.
Monday: Toe Jam Puppet Band
Tuesday: Teddy Bear
Wednesday: Western
Thursday: Animal Antics
Friday: Beach Party
Where: Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA
When:10:30 and 12:30
Cost: Free with zoo admission
For more information call 508-991-6178 or http://www.bpzoo.org
February 21-25, 2012
Attleboro’s Park Capron Zoo
Winter Vacation Zooacademy for kids:
Critter Chronicles for Kids
Tuesday: Dear Snores on
Wednesday: The Mitten
Thursday: A Porcupine named Fluffy
Friday: Wild Card
Where: Capron Park Zoo, 201 County Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
When: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM For 6-8 year olds.
FEE: Members: $40/day, $135 for all four…Non-Members: $45/day, $155 for all four
For more information or registration form call 774-203-1840 or visit zoo@cityofattleboro.us
or www.capronparkzoo.com/Calendarofevents2.htm
February 21 – 25, 2012
Rotch-Jones Duff House & Garden Museu
“School Vacation History Hunt”
Calling all school age history detectives! We invite families to the RJD for a school recess children’s history hunt. Children can search the museum rooms and record the hidden clues with a take home notebook.
Where: 396 County St., New Bedford
Wheelchair Access.
When: 10AM – 3PM
Admission: Children free with adult admission; Members are free.
Contact: 508-997-1401 or visit: www.rjdmuseum.org.
February 23, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Marcia Ball
marciaball.com
Opener: Joe Fletcher
A consummate performer and four time GRAMMY Nominee, including her last three albums: Peace, Love & BBQ (2008), Live! Down The Road (2005) and So Many Rivers (2003), plus an earlier nomination for Sing It! (1998) with Irma Thomas and Tracy Nelson. She has a great new record “Roadside Attractions”. Always a sell out.
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $35 Advance and $40 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 24, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Paula Cole
paulacole.com
1997′s Grammy Winner for “Best New Artist”, and only the second woman ever nominated for “Producer of the Year”, Paula Cole burst onto the scene with her top ten hit Where Have All The Cowboys Gone. Her follow up single I Don’t Wanna Wait reached #11 on the charts and became the theme for the hit TV series Dawson’s Creek…..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $30 Advance and $35 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
February 25, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
The Temptations – 45 Anniversary Tour
For more than forty years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits and sold-out performances throughout the world. With their recognizable choreography,
and onstage suites the Temptations were the definitive male vocal groups of the 1960s.
Over the course of their career the Temptations have had 83 charted Billboard U.S. singles and 44 Billboard Top 10 Hits including “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud,” “Papa was a rolling stone,” and “I Can’t Get Next to You.”
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 8:00pm Tickets $40.00/$45.00/$50.00
Box Office, call 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
Wheelchair Accessibilit
February 25, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts John Mayall
johnmayall.com
Opener: Mark T. Small
The Godfather of the British Blues scene. John had a key eye for talent, wooing Clapton from the Yardbirds and discovering Peter Green and Mick Taylor. Literally hundreds of great bluesman have been a part of the Bluesbreakers and learned from the master himself. Nearly fifty years later, he still has one of the finest blues bands on the planet. He brings a big sack of blues classics and is bound to get the “ Room to Move.”
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $45 Advance and $50 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
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