July
New Bedford Bay Sox
New England Collegiate Baseball League

Where: 230 Hathaway Blvd. New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 6:30pm, General Admission $5.00;Seniors and Children 7-16 $3.00 under 6 are free

Visit the website to see a full schedule of the games www.nbbaysox.com

Free Fun Fridays!
July 1, 2011
Buttonwood Park Zoo
Highland Street Foundation invites Massachusetts Residents and Tourists to visit designated cultural attractions every Friday this summer with free admission.  No registration or tickets required.
Buttonwood Park participates July 1st only
Visit and Enjoy!!
Sponsored by Highland Street Foundation
Contact them at 617-969-8900 for the full listing throughout Massachusetts or visit them at www.HighlandStreet.org

Buttonwood Park Zooligical Society                       
425 Hawthorn Street                                                                  
New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone: (508) 991-4556
Fax: (508) 991-2334
www.bpzoo.org

July 2-3, 2011
16th Annual Greater New Bedford Summerfest
Whaling National Historic Park
The  event will be held from 11:00am- 9:00pm

The Greater New Bedford Summerfest once again brings together over 70 renowned and emerging performers and 90 juried arts and crafts vendors in New Bedford’s authentic historic district during the first weekend in July.  Folk Music & Arts Festival featuring International and local performers, a juried arts and crafts fair, children’s activities, great food and more.

Wristbands are required at all entertainment locations. $ 20 in advance and $25 day of the event
National Park and Downtown New Bedford
508-979-1568
www.newbedfordsummerfest.com

July  2, 2011
The Coalition for Buzzards Bay
Annual Swim Buzzards Bay

Founded in 1987, The Coalition is supported by more than 6,000 individuals, families, and businesses.
Active programs at The Coalition for Buzzards Bay…

* Involve volunteers Bay-wide-from Westport to Woods Hole-in the collection and analysis of Bay water quality in 30 major coves and harbors along Buzzards Bay’s shores. The Coalition for Buzzards Bay Baywatchers are providing the scientific data needed to fix problems where they exist and protect areas not yet harmed by human activities.

The Coalition for Buzzards Bay’s annual effort to promote a clean harbor, this swim starts at Davy’s Locker in New Bedford and ends at Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven. Great food and music at Fort Taber under the tent! Rain date
Admission charge
508.999.6363
www.savebuzzardsbay.org

July 2, 2011
39th Annual Cape Verdean Recognition Parade
Buttonwood Park to Verdean Vets Hall, Purchase Street, New Bedford
Visit Website at www.cvrc.org

One of the largest parades in New Bedford, 7 divisions, marching bands, Veterans units and 50+ organizations from Southeastern Massachusetts.  The Cape Verdean Recognition Day Parade caps off Cape Verdean Recognition Week – a week-long celebration of Cape Verdean independence and heritage in New Bedford.

The parade starts at Buttonwood Park, travels down Union St. to Acushnet Ave. to Grinnel St. and the Cape Verdean Vets Hall.  Fireworks display will coincide with citywide Independence Day celebrations.

July 4, 2011
New Bedford
Fireworks to Illuminate New Bedford Harbor
When: 9:15pm
Rain date is July 11, 2011 at 9:15pm

Experience New Bedford’s  Fourth of July Fireworks as it is launched from the barge located in New Bedford Harbor.  The public will have a clear view of the fireworks from almost every point around New Bedford Harbor.

Through the generous support and co-sponsorship of Hawthorn Medical Associates, LLC and DeMoulas Market Basket.

July 4, 2011
Battleship Cove, Fall River
Fireworks

Experience Fall River’s Fourth of July Fireworks from the best vantage point; the deck of the Battleship Massachusetts!
$3 per ticket.  Gates open at 7:30 PM.  Fireworks 9 PM

Where: Battleship Cove, 5 Water St. Fall River, MA
Visit our website: www.battleshipcove.org or call 508-678-1100 for more information

July 6-August 3, 2011
Attleboro Arts Museum
Green – A National Juried Exhibiton

A Call For Artists
Between yellow and Blue.  Envy.  The Almighty Dollar. A Gardener’s Thumb.  Our Eco- Future….
Open to  all mediums, sizes and concepts that communicate your perception of green.
Deadline for entry is May 20, 2011

Where: Attleboro Arts Museum, 86 Park St. Attleboro MA 02703
When: Exhibition Dates are July 6- August 3, 2011
Opening Awards Reception July 6th from 7-9pm
508-222-2644 www.attleboroartsmuseum.org

July 6-31,2011
Gallery X: ”
“In The Flesh”

The art of the tattoo.

Reception Sat. July 9, 7–10pm
Curator: Victor Da Silva

Where: 169 William St. New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 8:30pm  $5.00
Wheelchair Access 508-992-2675 galleryx.org

July 7, 2011
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Dave Mason in Concert

This is a reschedule from the 4/7/11 original concert date.
Tickets purchased for the April date will be honored in July.
dave-mason.com
He’s a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, co-founder of the legendary group
Traffic and an accomplished solo artist. Dave is also one killer guitar player.

Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA,
When: 8pm Tickets are $50 Advance | $55 Day of Show
When:  For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org

July 8, 2011
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Shaun Hague with Jake Walden

Shaun Hague is a man of many, many talents. By day, he books bands into a 280 cap
venue by the beach and writes articles for the likes of Acoustic Guitar magazine. By night,
he is either onstage performing live or ripping some licks in a session…..

Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA
When: 8pm Tickets are $15 Advance | $17 Day of Show River, MA,
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org

July 9, 2011
The Narrows Center for the Arts
Jake Shimabukuro
Opener: Tripping Lily

It’s rare for a young musician to earn comparisons to the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis.
It’s even harder to find an artist who has entirely redefined an instrument by his early thirties.
But Jake Shimabukuro (she-ma-boo-koo-row) has already accomplished these feats, and more….

Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St.,Fall River, MA
When: 8pm Tickets are $30 Advance | $35 Day of Show
For more information call 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org

July 9, 2011
Battleship Cove
Family Overnight

Spend the night on a WWII battleship!  Sleep in restored Navy bunks; eat meals
“chow-line style” in the Officer’s Wardroom, and rise and shine to the sound of reveille.
Guests will enjoy all-day admission, three delicious meals, and will have the opportunity
to participate in shipboard activities.  They will also receive a free Overnight Survival Guide
filled with fun facts and activities.

Where: Battleship Cove, 5 Water St. Fall River, MA
Visit our website: www.battleshipcove.org or call 508-678-1100 for more information

July4 , 2011
Fort Phoenix Independence Day Ceremony
and Cannon Salute
Fort Phoenix, Fort Street, Fairhaven
10:15 a.m.
Visit Website
A program at the historical, Revolutionary War era fort will feature a brief history of Fort Phoenix, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, musical performances by the Showstoppers and the singing of the National Anthem followed by the firing of the fort’s five 24-pound Seacoast Defense cannons. Sponsored by the Town of Fairhaven and the Fairhaven Village Militia. Free. Handicap parking available.
508.979.4085

July 4,2011
Fourth of July Car Cruise
Starts at Fairhaven High School, 12 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven
Gather for flag raising 8:30 a.m., Depart 9:00 a.m.
Classic and antique cars and vehicles will gather at Fairhaven High School for the raising of the “Big Flag” then will cruise through town with at stop at Fort Phoenix for the annual Independence Day Ceremony. The cruise will then continue to the Seaport Inn.

July 8, 9 10 and  14, 15, 16, 17, 2011
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Hair
Don’t miss HAIR, the most exuberant musical on stage! HAIR tells the story of a group of friends choosing to speak up and sing out in celebration of love, life and freedom. The first great rock musical, it has some of the most rousing and soulful songs ever written for the stage, including “Let the Sunshine In,” “Easy to Be Hard,” “Good Morning Sunshine,” “Aquarius” and the infectious title song, “Hair”. Its relevance is undeniable. Its energy is unbridled. Its truth is unwavering. It’s HAIR and it’s time!

Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 8pm  Tickets are $30 $35 $40 $45
Wheelchair Access, 508-994-2900 zeiterion.org or visit www.zeiterion.org

July 9,10,11 , 2011
40th Annual Whaling City Festival

This is the 41st Annual Whaling City Festival. This years festival will feature dozens of international food vendors, over two hundred craft & flea market dealers, six staging areas of entertainment, a custom car & truck show, and so much more…

Buttonwood Park, New Bedford
Three-day festival with hundreds of flea market booth, carnival rides, entertainment, musicians and food.
9:00am-8:00pm
508.996.3348
www.whalingcityfestival.com

July 14, 2011
AHA! “Kids Rule”

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.

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park will be having a kite-making children’s activity at the Park during AHA! “Kids Rule Night”  Admission is Free from 6:00-8:00pm

Downtown New Bedford, 5-9 pm
www.ahanewbedford.org

July 21, 2011
New Bedford, MA
20th annual Joe Jesus Fifties Night

Also known as “Thursday Night Cruising,” the event will stretch throughout the Purchase Street
and Union Street area, with vehicles lining the streets and people dressed in poodle skirts and leather
jackets bopping along among them.

The event officially runs from 5 to 9 p.m., but Jesus said cars begin arriving around 1:30 p.m. It features more than 100 cars and last year saw more than 12,000 visitors come to downtown. It should be even bigger this year for the 20th anniversary, with live music by the Klassics, Jazzy Lady, Voyage, Blast from the Past, Russ Peterson, Sparkle Victor and the Twisters, and a performance by the Cheryl McCormick Dancers.

Proceeds will benefit The Standard-Times Neediest Families Fund, The Salvation Army and O.R.P.H. Inc., a non-profit organization geared toward preserving and restoring the Orpheum Theater and Sharpshooters Hall. The organizers of Fifties Night also ask that anyone attending bring a canned good for the food pantry collection as well.

In addition, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and local youth sports teams will be selling various food and beverages to help raise money for their own organizations
This is a Free Event
Raffles, Food and Drink will be available

Where: Purchase Street and Union Street
When: 5-9pm but cars will be arriving as early as 1:30pm

July 22, 2011
New Bedford Art Museum
NBAM Garden Party on the Harbor

Where: 14 Fort St. , Fairhaven, MA
When: 6:00-9:00pm
Parking at Fort Phoenix
508-961-3076 www.newbedfordartmuseum.org

July 23, 24, 2011

A night of food, drinks, music, and more! Featuring Signature dishes from area Restaurants.
A Sampling of Beer, Wine, and other Spirits. 21 years of age and older.

Friday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
$50 per person

Fall River Carousel at Battleship Cove
Phone: 508 676 8226 | Fax: 508 675 5932

July , 2011 TBD
Buttonwood Park Zoo
“Bug-A-Rama”
Visit the zoo for buggy crafts and activities, including catch and release insect hunts.

Where: 425 Hawthorn Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 1:00-4:00pm
Free with zoo admission 508-991-6178 bpzoo.org
Wheelchair Access

July 2011 TBD
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra Winds
“Down to the Sea in Ships”

A musical celebration of all things nautical in honor of Herman Melville’s birthday August 1st.

When: 3:00pm
Where: 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA Wheelchair Access 02740 www.whalingmuseum.org

July 29, 2011
New Bedford Whaling Museum
“After Hours”

When: 6:00-8:00pm $5.00 for Museum members $10.00 for general public, 21 and older only.
Where: 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA Wheelchair Access 02740 www.whalingmuseum.org

Free Fun Fridays!
July 29, 2011
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Highland Street Foundation invites Massachusetts Residents and Tourists to visit designated cultural attractions every Friday this summer with free admission.  No registration or tickets required.
Visit and Enjoy!!
Sponsored by Highland Street Foundation
Contact them at 617-969-8900 for the full listing throughout Massachusetts or visit them at www.HighlandStreet.org
Whaling Museum  participates July 29th only

New Bedford Whaling Museum
www.whalingmuseum.org
18 Johnny Cake Hil
New Bedford, MA 02740
Phone:(508) 997-0046
Fax: (508) 997-0018

July 29, 2011
New Bedford Whaling Museum
Herman Melville Family Day

A fun-filled day celebrating Herman Melville’s birthday.  Activities include a reading of a children’s version of “Moby Dick,” a science activity and an art project.

When: 11:00-2:00pm
Where: 18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA Wheelchair Access 02740 www.whalingmuseum.org

July 29-August 7, 2011
The New Bedford Festival Theatre
A CHORUS LINE

The Best Musical…Ever!  7 performances only.
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and 9 Tony Awards, It is a stunning musical about a chorus
audition for a Broadway musical.

Friday-Sunday July 29, 30 and 31
Thursday-Sunday August 4, 5, 6, 7
$30. $35. $40. $45.

Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 8pm
Wheelchair Access, 508-994-2900 zeiterion.org or visit www.nbfestivaltheatre.com