March 1, 2012
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Joffrey Ballet Company”
Considered one of the three great American Ballet Companies, The Joffrey Ballet has been hailed as “America’s Company of Firsts”: the first dance company to perform at the White House at Jacqueline Kennedy’s invitation; the first to appear on television; the first American company to visit Russia; the first classical dance company to go multi-media; the first to commission a rock ‘n’ roll ballet; the first, and only dance company to appear on the cover of Time magazine; and the first major American ballet company to come to New Bedford!
Where: The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA
When: 8PM.
Admission: $35, $45,$48.50, $55
Wheelchair Access
Contact: Z Box Office 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 3, 2012
Artworks!
“The Golden Acrylic Demo/Not Your Mom’s Acrylics Lectures”
Two fun, fast-paced informative lectures covering a technical review of acrylics and their varied application possibilities with Adria Arch. Try out the full line of Golden paints, and experiment with a range of grounds and gels. Artists of all levels will come away with fresh new insights to feed their creative expression. All materials provided.
Where: 384 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford
When: Golden Acrylic Demo 10AM – 12 Noon; Not Your Mom’s Acrylics 1:30 – 4:30PM
Wheelchair Access.
Admission: $45/members; $50/non-members
Contact: 508-984-1588 or visit: www.artworksforyou.org
March 3 & 4, 2012
South Coast Chamber Music Society Concert
“Program 3 – Calm”
Johann Sebastian Bach – Trio Sonata in G, BWV 1039
Franz Schubert - Trio in B flat for Piano and Strings, D. 89
Alfred Schnittke - Suite dans le style ancient
Johannes Brahms – Trio for piano and strings, Op. 8
Claude Cobert, flute
Donna Cobert, oboe
Piotr Buczek, violin
Timothy Roberts, cello
Janice Weber, piano
When & Where: Saturday, March 3 at St. Gabriel’s Church in Marion, MA at 5PM
Sunday, March 4th at Grace Episcopal Church in New Bedford, MA at 4PM.
Admission: $18. Children ages 17 and under are admitted free of charge
Wheelchair Access
Contact: 508-992-4739 or visit http://www.southcoastchambermusic.org
March 3th and 4th, 2012
New Bedford Chamber of Commerce
“24th Annual Greater New Bedford Home and Garden Show”
The Greater New Bedford Home & Garden Show is one of the largest and most promo-events of the year. Come and find new ideas and solutions for all your home and garden needs. Get ready for Spring! Shop, compare and save.
• Nearly 100 local companies that specialize in home improvement, design and landscaping
• Exhibitors offering special pricing, sales, deals and giveaways
• Home improvement seminars
• Cooking and product demonstrations
• Garden and Craft Section
• Health and Wellness Section
• Children’s Activities Area
• Pet adoption information and much more!
Where: Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech High School, 1121 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA
Wheelchair Access
When: 10:00-5:00PM
Admission: Yes
Contact: http://www.newbedfordchamber.com
Interesting in exhibiting? Call the New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce at 508-999-5231 or email events@newbedfordchamber.com for more information on participating in the show
March 3, 2012
Big Brothers Big Sisters’
“8th Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake”
This benefit helps the Child and Family Services and Big Brothers Big Sisters Program.
Where: Wonder Bowl, 66 Hathaway Rd. New Bedford, MA
When: 5-7PM
Contact: 508-996-8572 or visit www.child-familyservices.org/events
March 3, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Jeffrey Gaines”
ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE heralds Gaines as an ethereal soul. Insistent, impassioned, full of self-knowledge. He is the voice of a new generation. With only his voice and a guitar for accompaniment, Gaines has earned a reputation as a captivating performer entertaining his audiences everywhere he goes……..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $20 Advance and $23 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 4, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“CAROLINA CHOCOLATE DROPS”
carolinachocolatedrops.com
Grammy award Winners and recent stars of the Newport Folk Festival. Rolling Stone Magazine described the Carolina Chocolate Drops’ style as “dirt-floor-dance electricity”. If you ask the band, that is what matters most. Yes, banjos and black string musicians first got here on slave ships, but now this is everyone’s music. It’s OK to mix it up and go where the spirit moves.
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM
Admission: Tickets are $30 Advance and $35 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 8, 2012
Zeiteri0n Performing Arts Center
“Natalia Zukerman: Stage Door Live”
Described by NPR as “an example of the finest Americana.” Natalia combines her unique slide guitar playing style with seductive vocals; a painter’s observing eye, unapologetic writing, and sharp wit. Zukerman’s music is as riddled with urban restlessness as it is grounded in rootsy warmth – a welcome contradiction.
STAGE DOOR LIVE!
We welcome you to step through our 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
Admission: $20
Wheelchair Access
Contact: 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 8, 2012
AHA! New Bedford
“Hear Me Roar”
An evening celebrating National Women’s History Month. All activities are FREE and open to the public. Year-round programming is funded in part by the Mass Cultural Council’s John and Abigail Adams Arts Program, The Island Foundation, The City of New Bedford, the AHA! partners, individual supporters and in-kind marketing support from the Standard-Times and WBSM.
Where: Downtown New Bedford & National Park
Time: 5 – 9PM
Contact: 508-996-8253 x205 or visit: www.ahanewbedford.org
March 8, 2012
Rotch-Jones Duff House & Garden Museum
“AHA! Evening- How To Maximize Your Garden with Derek Christianson”
Drawing on more than a decade of farming in the Northeast, Derek Christianson will share his years of experience and effective ways to maximize the growing season, vegetable quality and production. From the proper preparation of the soil to ensure nutritious produce, to seed selection and successive planting, he will discuss way to extend the season, overall production and vegetable excellence.
Where: 396 County St.
Wheelchair Access.
When: 7PM
Free.
Contact: 508-997-1401 or visit: www.rjdmuseum.org
March 8th-11th, 2012
Little Theatre of Fall River
“A Few Good Men”.
Few Good Men is a play by Aaron Sorkin, first produced on Broadway by David Brown in 1989. It tells the story of military lawyers at a court-martial who uncover a high-level conspiracy in the course of defending their clients, United States Marines accused of murder.
Where: The Margaret Jackson Performing Arts Center
at Bristol Community College, Elsbree Street, Fall River, Ma.
When: March 8th at 7:30pm
March 9th, 10th at 8:00pm
March 11th at 2:00pm
Contact: 508-675-1852 or visit www.littletheatre.net
March 9, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting Coco Montoya”
cocomontoya.com
GuitarOne magazine calls guitarist/vocalist Coco Montoya “the hottest southpaw in the blues” and raves about his “master touch and killer tone.” The Boston Globe succinctly states that Montoya’s music is “hot, blistering soul.”…….
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM
Admission: Tickets are $25 Advance and $28 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 9, 2012
WHALE Presents: “Celtic Hooley”
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and join WHALE for a fabulous night of Celtic music,
dancing and fun with Aoilfe Clancy & Friends. Cash bar, soup & sandwiches, desserts and coffee served.
Where: Jacobs Family Gallery, New Bedford Whaling Museum
Time: 6:30PM – 10PM
Admission: Tickets $30/WHALE members; $40/non-members
Contact: 508-997-1776 or visit www.waterfrontleague.org
March 11, 2012
St. Anthony of Padua Church, New Bedford
“Organ Recital with Gail Archer”
Gail Archer is an international concert organist, recording artist, choral conductor and lecturer. In spring 2010, she celebrated the 325th anniversary of the birth of Johann Sebastian Bach with six concerts around New York City. A champion of women organists, Ms. Archer has researched 19th Century female composers. Ms. Archer is college organist at Vassar College, and director of the music program at Barnard College, Columbia University where she conducts the Barnard-Columbia Chorus. This concert series offers a complimentary tea following the performance.
Where: St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 1359 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford
When: 3:00PM
Freewill Donation
Contact: 508-993-1691 or visit www.musicatsaintanthonys.org
March 11, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Pinkalicious: The Musical”
Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe – a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament. Bring the family and join the music and fun!
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 3PM.
Admission: Tickets are $15, $18, $22
Wheelchair Access
Contact: 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 12, 2012
The Rotch Duff Jones House and Gardens Museum
“Threads through Time” by Blair Walker
The RJD recently received a gift from the Tucker/Gidley family descendants in Dartmouth, augmenting a collection of Quaker era clothing given to the Museum in 1991. Textile and clothing consultant Blair Walker will present an illustrated lecture about these new additions, which will be useful in illustrating South Coast 19th century period dress at the Museum. Refreshments and a brief meeting precede the presentation.
Where: The Rotch Duff Jones House , 396 County Street , New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 1:00PM. No fee, offered through the Friends of the RJD.
Contact: 508-997-1401 or visit the secured website at www.rjd.org
March 14, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting George Winston”
georgewinston.com
Inspired by the seasons, solo pianist George Winston plays over 100 solo piano concerts a year in America and beyond. His concerts feature a variety of styles, including his melodic folk piano, stride piano, New Orleans R&B piano…..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $45 Advance and $50 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 16, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting SOUTHSIDE JOHNNY and the POOR FOOLS”
SouthsideJohnny.com
Southside Johnny & The Poor Fools embark on a stripped down journey through Johnny Lyon’s eclectic version of the Great American Songbook. Playing a wide range of music pulled from Dylan, Mose Allison, Muddy Waters, NRBQ, Richard Thompson, Emmylou Harris, The Band, George Jones and more, The Poor Fools will also dive into some of the legendary Asbury Jukes material. A must see show!!
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $35 Advance and $40 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 16, 2012
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Presenting Joan Rivers”
“She remains one of the funniest, dirtiest, most daring and transgressive of stand-up comics, and she hasn’t missed a beat” —Roger Ebert
Outrageous and outspoken, Joan Rivers is a force of nature! Comedienne and Emmy Award winning television personality Rivers brings her newest and most shocking comedy yet to The Z for a night filled with hysterical laughs.
Where: The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets:$50,$60, and $75
Wheelchair Access
Contact: Z Box Office 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 17, 2012
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
St. Patrick’s Celtic Sojourn
WGBH presents A St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Sojourn with Brian O’Donovan
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a special concert of traditional and contemporary Irish music, song and dance by joining Brian O’Donovan for WBGH’s annual A St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Sojourn, featuring performances by some of the principal Celtic performers who, through their performances, invite you in to experience the Irish holiday in a way like never before!
Featured Artists:
Susan McKeown
Michael Brunnock
The Bee Eaters
Jeremy Kittel
Jefferson Hamer and Eamon O’Leary
Kieran Jordan
Tina Lech
More information: www.wgbh.org/celtic
Sponsored by WGBH
Where: The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St., New Bedford, MA
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets:$28,$36,$40 and $45
Wheelchair Access
Contact: Z Box Office 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 17, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“JON ANDERSON: THE VOICE of YES”
JonAnderson.com
There are few vocalists in the history of rock music that are as immediately recognizable by their sound as Jon Anderson, former lead singer of progressive rock icons Yes. In this personal and engaging solo performance, Anderson will perform songs from all across the Yes songbook and his own eclectic solo work.
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $53 Advance and $58 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 17, 2012
Fall River Chamber of Commerce -
“Second Annual Home & Garden Show”
Join us and experience a day of useful seminars, demonstrations and displays with helpful solutions to all of your home and garden needs.
Where: Diman Regional High School
When: 10Am – 6PM
Contact: 508-676-8226 or visit www.fallriverchamber.com
March 18, 2012
Rotch Jones Duff House and Garden Museum
Music in the Parlors “Harp through the Ages”
with Carrie Kourkoumelis
Nationally acclaimed harpist Carrie Kourkoumelis will present a program of beautiful music written or transcribed for the modern concert grand harp. In her presentation, she will speak about her French Empire style Swanson semi-gilded harp, which she notes, would have made it suitably regal for 19th century parlor performances of grand homes such as the Rotch-Jones-Duff House. Ms. Kourkoumelis has premiered many new works and played under Leonard Bernstein, Maurice Abravanel, and Gunther Schuller. She has appeared in concert with Jane Bryden, Leonard Rose, Eileen Farrell, D’Anna Fortunato, Chet Atkins, Liza Minnelli, Dudley Moore, Ray Charles, and Ben Vereen.
Where: The Rotch Duff Jones House , 396 County Street , New Bedford, MA 02740
When: 4:00PM
Admission: Tickets are $25
Contact: 508-997-1401 or visit the secured website at www.rjd.org
March , 2012 TBD
The Children’s Museum in Easton
“Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day”
Where: The Old Fire Station, 9 Sullivan Ave, North Easton, MA 02356
When: 12-4PM.
Contact: 508-230-378
March 18, 2012
Downtown New Bedford Inc.
“Annual Marathon Weekend”
The third annual DOWNTOWN RUN (renamed from the former RESTAURANT RUN), held in conjunction with the New Bedford Half Marathon. DNB, Inc. will once again be organizing this event and produce a brochure/map guiding visitors to the participating businesses to eat, drink, shop. The “scavenger hunt” style event was enjoyable for families and “kids” of all ages getting their map stamped from at least half the businesses allows participants to win great prizes
Contact: Downtown New Bedford Inc., 105 William St. New Bedford, MA 02740
508-990-2777or or email: dnb@dnb@downtownnb.org
March 18, 2012
New Bedford Ballet
“Presenting The Firebird”
The New Bedford Ballet is hosting its annual spring fundraiser featuring an array of elegant desserts & refreshments, live music provided by members of the New Bedford Symphony Youth Orchestra and performances of an adaption of The Firebird by the New Bedford Youth Ballet. The Firebird, based on Russian folktales and mythological Phoenix, was originally performed in 1910 as part of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes, with music by Igor Stravinsky. Rebecca Waskiel-Marchesseault, artistic director of NBB, has modified the original story to increase its educational value and family appeal, while still maintaining its original symbolism and energy.
Where: NBB, 2343 Purchase St., New Bedford
When: 2 – 5PM
Wheelchair Access.
Admission: $15/Adults; $10/Seniors & Students; $5/Children
Contact: 508-993-1387 or visit: www.newbedfordballet.org
March 22, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting Sarah Jarosz”
SarahJarosz.com
The best and brightest in the acoustic world move the music forward with an awareness of what came before them; that is certainly true of Sarah Jarosz. On her second album for Sugar Hill Records, Follow Me Down, she pays homage to her musical roots while pushing beyond those sometimes limited boundaries….
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $20 Advance and $23 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 22, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Dane Vannatta – Stage Door Live”
Dane has been acclaimed by reviewers at The New York Post, The Boston Globe and BackStage for a style that “blends facets of cabaret and jazz with intelligence and care.” The Boston Globe remarks, “Dane Vannatter’s distinctive style leaves an imprint on whatever music he sings. His voice has a floating quality that gets in your head and won’t leave….his music is a swinging, soaring adventure!”
STAGE DOOR LIVE!
We welcome you to step through our 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: STAGE DOOR AT THE Z, The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St., New Bedford,
When: 7:30PM.
Admission: Tickets $20
Contact: Z Box Office 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 22 – 25, 2012
Attleboro Arts Museum Presents:
Flower Show Art Exhibition – “Garden America: Freedom of Expression”
Join us for two breathtaking exhibitions. The first features the visual expressions of flowers, landscapes, and wildlife. The second is a floral design exhibition inspired by the Statue of Liberty’s iconic tiara.
Where: 86 Park St., Attleboro
When: March 22 – 24 9:30AM – 4:30PM; March 25 12Noon – 4PM
Admission: Yes
Contact: 508-222-2644 or visit: www.attleboroartsmuseum.org
March 23, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting HAPA”
hapa.com
Often encapsulated as the “Sound of Maui”, HAPA’s music evokes a place that many people at different times have referred to as heavenly. The overriding quality of their music is one of beauty and serenity, found in the majestic tones of the oli (chant), mele (song), the elegant movements of the sacred dance known as hula…
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $20 Advance and $23 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 23, 2012
The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Tao: The Way of the Drum”
Z Block Parties: Eat, Drink, and Party in the Street. Before the show, the festivities
begin with the food and drink of the region. After, we gather in the tent for sweets, coffee,
drinks and music.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 6:00-8:00PM - Fabulous Food featuring Sushi and Stir-Fry. Cash Bar featuring Sake.
8:00PM - Performance
10:00PM Desserts featuring Japanese Sweets
Admission: Ticket for Performance only $45/$40/$38/$35; Tickets with Block Party $70/$65/$63/$60 including performance, meet & greet, and Block Party.
Wheelchair Access
Contact: 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 24, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting Shelby Lynne”
ShelbyLynne.com
Shelby is one of the most gifted singer songwriters on the planet. She is also a fabulous performer. She will be touring behind her fantastic new release “Revelation Road.”
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $35 Advance and $40 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 27, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting James Hunter”
jameshuntermusic.com
James Hunter is little more than the sum of his influences, but when those are Sam Cooke, Smokey Robinson and James Brown, who could ask for more? The British blue-eyed soul singer, praised by Van Morrison as one of music’s best voices and best kept secrets. He’s got a skin tight band and bucketful of great tunes.
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $35 Advance and $40 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 29, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Presenting Spamalot”
Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical, this outrageous musical comedy is lovingly ripped off from the film classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail. With a book by Eric Idle and music and lyrics by the Grammy® Award-winning team of Mr. Idle and John Du Prez, Spamalot tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. Flying cows, killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and show-stopping numbers are just a few of the reasons audiences everywhere are eating up Spamalot.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $47, $52, $55, $63
Wheelchair Access
Contact: 508-994-2900 www.zeiterion.org
March 29 – 31, 2012
Fairhaven High School Theatre Company
“Presenting Beauty & The Beast”
Belle is a girl who is dissatisfied with life in a small provincial French town, constantly trying to fend off the misplaced “affections” of conceited Gaston. The Beast is a prince who was placed under a spell because he could not love. A wrong turn taken by Maurice, Belle’s father, causes the two to meet. When Her father is imprisoned by the Beast, Belle offers herself instead and discovers her captor to be an enchanted prince. A most beautiful love story performed by the amazing and talented students of the Fairhaven High School Theatre Company.
Where: Fairhaven High School, Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven
When: Thursday – Saturday 7:30PM; Sunday 2PM.
Admission: $15/Adults; $12/Seniors & Students. $10/Children under 12 years old.
Contact: 508-979-4052 or visit www.fairhavenps.org.
March 30, 2012
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
“Letters Home”
In a powerful and poignant production, The Griffin Theater Letters Home puts the current wars in Afghanistan & Iraq front and center by bringing to life actual letters written by soldiers serving in the Middle East illuminating what it means to serve our country today, through acts of bravery, compassion, social responsibility, sense of community and brotherhood. Since its original run at the Chicago Cultural Center in 2007 the production has received critical acclaim throughout the United States.
Where: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $25
Wheelchair Access
Contact: 508-994-2900 or visit www.zeiterion.org
March 30, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting Aztec Two Step”
aztectwostep.com
Rex Fowler and Neal Shulman have spent a lifetime making music together as the folk/rock duo Aztec Two-Step. Their first album on Elektra Records, and their subsequent albums for RCA Records, were staples of progressive FM and college radio and helped bring the music of the 60s into the 70s. As their recording career continued, so did the critical acclaim…..
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $26 Advance and $29 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 31, 2012
The Narrows Center for the Arts
“Presenting Paula Poundstone”
paulapoundstone.com
Appearing on stage with a stool, a microphone and a can of Diet Pepsi, comedian Paula Poundstone is famous for her razor-sharp wit and spontaneity. The Boston Globe said, “Poundstone improvises with a crowd like a Jazz musician…swinging in unexpected directions without a plan, without a net.”
Where: The Narrows Center, 16 Anawan St. Fall River, MA,
When: 8PM.
Admission: Tickets are $40 Advance and $45 Day of Show
Contact: 508-324-1926 or visit www.ncfta.org
March 31, 2012
Rotch Jones Duff House and Garden Museum
Annual James Arnold Garden Symposium Lecture Program
“Feast for the Eyes”
Spring brings the New England gardener a glorious display of bloom as trees, shrubs and woodland wildflowers compete for attention. At the same moment the vegetable gardener is racing to plant peas, harvest early greens and prepare for a bountiful year of fresh from the garden produce. This symposium shows how to have the best of both worlds–the beauty of spring blooms and the delights of savoring the earliest harvest from the vegetable garden. You will learn not only which flowering trees and shrubs will thrive in your garden, and the best tips and methods for growing your most successful vegetable garden yet, but also how to maximize the space in your garden with design inspiration for gardening from the ground up.
Proceeds from the Symposium underwrite the cost of student educational programming that is offered free of charge to more than 2,000 students annually.
Where: The Rotch Duff Jones House , 396 County Street , New Bedford, MA 02740
The program is in the Coachman’s House on 7th Street behind the Museum on 7th St.
When: 9:00-2:00PM.
Admission: Members $65, Non-members $75. Reservations are required.
Contact: 508-997-1401 or visit the secured website at www.rjd.org
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