Community calendar

Events across the South Coast, each with its date, time, place, cost and a link to the organizer's own notice.

This weekendOct. 30 to Nov. 1

Tomorrow, Oct. 30

HolidayNew Bedford
Halloween Pet Costume Contest
When
All day, Oct. 1 to 31
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Enter a photo of your pet in costume. The top three winners are announced on Halloween and win Petco gift cards.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
HolidayNew Bedford
Baby Boo at the Zoo
When
9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Members: adults $10, children 2 to 17 $5. Non-members: adults $15, children $10. Under 2 free.
A daytime Halloween event for ages 5 and younger with games, trick-or-treating, costumed characters from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and the Toe Jam Puppet Band at 11:30 a.m.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
HolidaySomerset
Trick or Treat Itty Bitty Story Time
When
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A trick or treat themed storytime for the youngest children.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Build with Blocks
When
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Drop in and build with blocks. All ages, no registration.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Device Advice
When
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Lawler Branch, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
One-on-one tech help from library staff.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsTaunton
Drop-In Playgroup
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A morning of free play with toys, puzzles and crafts in the auditorium.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LibraryFairhaven
Friday Knitting Club
When
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where
Millicent Library, Rita E. Steele Auditorium, 45 Center St
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Friday Knitting Club meets in the auditorium.
See the notice from Millicent Library
SeniorsFall River
LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Munchies Breakfast & Lunch, 4263 N. Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club for ages 60 and up meets the last Friday of the month at Munchies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Storytime
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Howland-Green Branch, Children's Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Friday story time with stories and crafts.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryMattapoisett
Baby Storytime
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A storytime for babies up to 2 years old.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
HolidaySomerset
Trick or Treat Preschool Story Time
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A trick or treat themed storytime for preschoolers.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
LibrarySwansea
Brown Bag Book Club
When
1 to 2 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A lunchtime book club for adults.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Nature Play Story Time
When
1:30 to 3 p.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Free with zoo admission
Students from Our Sisters' School read a story and lead a craft, with sessions at 1:30, 2 and 2:30 p.m. No registration.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
LibrarySwansea
Past Times: Historical Fiction Book Group
When
2 to 3 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A historical fiction book group for adults.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
LibrarySwansea
Agatha Society
When
3 to 4 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Agatha Society book group for adults.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
LibraryMattapoisett
T(w)een Friyays
When
3 to 4 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An afternoon hangout for tweens and teens.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
HolidayWareham
Trick or Treat on Main Street
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
Main Street, Main Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Bring your little ghosts and goblins to visit Wareham businesses on Main Street, a safe alternative to neighborhood trick-or-treating.
See the notice from Town of Wareham
LGBTQ+Taunton
Social & Art with James
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A welcoming, affirming creative space. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
HolidaySwansea
Almost Halloween Movie Night: Killer Klowns from Outer Space
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An almost Halloween movie night showing Killer Klowns from Outer Space.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Openly Yoga at SANGHA
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
SANGHA New Bedford, 693 Purchase St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly community yoga class for LGBTQIA2S+ people, nonbinary friends and allies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Mystic Pizza: A New Musical
When
8 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$58 to $111
The national tour of the new musical.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Saturday, Oct. 31

LibraryMattapoisett
Felicia's Tech Corner
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Drop-in tech help.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
HolidayDighton
Trick-or-Treating at the Dighton Public Library
When
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
Dighton Public Library, 207 Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Stop by the library during open hours for treats.
See the notice from Dighton Public Library
LibraryRochester
Teen D&D
When
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where
Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library, 17 Constitution Way
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A beginner friendly tabletop role-playing game for ages 12 to 18. The holiday session is a Monster of the Week one-shot, and costumes are welcome. Registration required.
See the notice from Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library
LibraryTaunton
Breakfast Club: Silent Reading for Families
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Silent reading time for families.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LibraryFall River
Chess Club
When
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Nagle Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Players of every level are welcome on Saturday afternoons. Bring a board or use one from the desk.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
Family and kidsTaunton
Read to Emmy the Therapy Dog
When
1 to 1:10 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Trustees' Room, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Children sign up in advance to read to Emmy the therapy dog for 10 minutes. Registration required.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
Arts and musicNew Bedford
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: All Souls
When
3 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$35
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents All Souls. Also Nov. 1 at 3 p.m.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
HolidayTaunton
Taunton House of Horror Haunt for Hunger
When
6 p.m.
Where
Anawan Street, off Tremont Street near Trucchi's, Anawan Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A family friendly Halloween display on Halloween night. Visitors can take photos and bring food donations to help local families.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicTaunton
Church Green Coffeehouse: Plymouth Rock Music
When
7 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Live music from Plymouth Rock Music, with costumes and prizes, followed by an open mic.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
HolidayNew Bedford
Rocky Horror Picture Show with live shadowcast
When
7:30 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$20 general admission
The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live shadowcast by RKO Army.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Sunday, Nov. 1

Food and marketsTaunton
Church Green Farmers Market
When
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Church Green Farmers Market runs Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free street parking or the municipal lot behind City Hall.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicNew Bedford
National Authors' Day
When
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Cost
Included with museum admission; free for members
The museum and Write With Community celebrate National Authors' Day.
See the notice from New Bedford Whaling Museum
Arts and musicMattapoisett
Irish Music
When
2 to 3 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An afternoon of Irish music in the Large Meeting Room.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Wicked Sing-Along
When
2 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$15
A Blockbuster Movie Special sing-along screening of Wicked.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Arts and musicTaunton
Lines and Spaces Community Concert
When
3 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Free
A free community concert built around Scrumdiddlyumptious, a duet inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. All ages.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicNew Bedford
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: All Souls
When
3 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$35
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents All Souls.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Speakeasy's Broadway Piano Bar Afternoon
When
5 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$20
A Broadway piano bar afternoon in the Speakeasy.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

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HolidayNew Bedford
Halloween Pet Costume Contest
When
All day, Oct. 1 to 31
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Enter a photo of your pet in costume. The top three winners are announced on Halloween and win Petco gift cards.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library

Today, Oct. 29

Faith and nonprofitsTaunton
Dine Out to Help Out: Triumph, Inc. Fundraiser
When
11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where
Brack's Grille & Tap, 2097 Bay St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Present the fundraiser ticket at Brack's Grille & Tap and 20 percent of dine-in or take-out purchases goes to Triumph, Inc. Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
LibraryLakeville
Drop In Genealogy Visits
When
4 to 6 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Drop in for help with genealogy research.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Storytime at Casa da Saudade
When
5 to 6 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Casa da Saudade Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Storytime at the Casa da Saudade Library.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Family Movie Night
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Howland-Green Branch, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Bring a blanket and your favorite people for a family movie night.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsAcushnet
Girl Scout Recruitment Event
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Acushnet Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Girl Scout recruitment event at the Acushnet Public Library.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
LibraryLakeville
Cribbage
When
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, Brian H. Reynolds Local History Room, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Cribbage night in the local history room.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Family Story & Craft
When
6 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Lawler Branch
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly story time and craft for all ages. No registration required.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Lusophone Views Book Club in English
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Casa da Saudade Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Lusophone Views Book Club, held in English, discusses Tales from the Tenth Island by Onesimo Teotonio Almeida.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryFall River
The Banned Book Club
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Nagle Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A book club for adults that reads books that have been challenged in American history. Meets the fourth Thursday of the month.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
LibraryDighton
Traveling Book Club: The Frozen River
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
Dighton Public Library, 207 Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Traveling Book Club reads The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon.
See the notice from Dighton Public Library
Arts and musicTaunton
Trescott Street Gallery Presents: Fused Glass Art
When
6 to 8 p.m.
Where
Trescott Street Gallery, 8 Trescott St.
Cost
$48 per person
Design a fused glass sun catcher, coaster or two ornaments with guidance. No experience needed; materials included. Registration required.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
LibraryRochester
Books & Babble Book Group
When
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where
Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library, Upstairs, 17 Constitution Way
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Books & Babble book group meets upstairs.
See the notice from Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library
Arts and musicTaunton
Lines and Spaces Live Music Pop-Ups
When
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Where
Talisa's on Main, 65 Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A live music pop-up by Lines and Spaces.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicFall River
East Nash Grass
When
8 p.m.
Where
Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St.
Cost
$30 advance, $32 day of show
The bluegrass band East Nash Grass. Doors open at 7 p.m.
See the notice from Narrows Center for the Arts
Arts and musicNew Bedford
The Price Is Right Live
When
8 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$47, $65, $75
The live stage version of the game show.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Tomorrow, Oct. 30

HolidayNew Bedford
Baby Boo at the Zoo
When
9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Members: adults $10, children 2 to 17 $5. Non-members: adults $15, children $10. Under 2 free.
A daytime Halloween event for ages 5 and younger with games, trick-or-treating, costumed characters from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and the Toe Jam Puppet Band at 11:30 a.m.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
HolidaySomerset
Trick or Treat Itty Bitty Story Time
When
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A trick or treat themed storytime for the youngest children.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Build with Blocks
When
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Drop in and build with blocks. All ages, no registration.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Device Advice
When
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Lawler Branch, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
One-on-one tech help from library staff.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsTaunton
Drop-In Playgroup
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A morning of free play with toys, puzzles and crafts in the auditorium.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LibraryFairhaven
Friday Knitting Club
When
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where
Millicent Library, Rita E. Steele Auditorium, 45 Center St
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Friday Knitting Club meets in the auditorium.
See the notice from Millicent Library
SeniorsFall River
LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Munchies Breakfast & Lunch, 4263 N. Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club for ages 60 and up meets the last Friday of the month at Munchies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Storytime
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Howland-Green Branch, Children's Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Friday story time with stories and crafts.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryMattapoisett
Baby Storytime
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A storytime for babies up to 2 years old.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
HolidaySomerset
Trick or Treat Preschool Story Time
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A trick or treat themed storytime for preschoolers.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
LibrarySwansea
Brown Bag Book Club
When
1 to 2 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A lunchtime book club for adults.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Nature Play Story Time
When
1:30 to 3 p.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Free with zoo admission
Students from Our Sisters' School read a story and lead a craft, with sessions at 1:30, 2 and 2:30 p.m. No registration.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
LibrarySwansea
Past Times: Historical Fiction Book Group
When
2 to 3 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A historical fiction book group for adults.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
LibrarySwansea
Agatha Society
When
3 to 4 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Agatha Society book group for adults.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
LibraryMattapoisett
T(w)een Friyays
When
3 to 4 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An afternoon hangout for tweens and teens.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
HolidayWareham
Trick or Treat on Main Street
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
Main Street, Main Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Bring your little ghosts and goblins to visit Wareham businesses on Main Street, a safe alternative to neighborhood trick-or-treating.
See the notice from Town of Wareham
LGBTQ+Taunton
Social & Art with James
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A welcoming, affirming creative space. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
HolidaySwansea
Almost Halloween Movie Night: Killer Klowns from Outer Space
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An almost Halloween movie night showing Killer Klowns from Outer Space.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Openly Yoga at SANGHA
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
SANGHA New Bedford, 693 Purchase St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly community yoga class for LGBTQIA2S+ people, nonbinary friends and allies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Mystic Pizza: A New Musical
When
8 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$58 to $111
The national tour of the new musical.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Saturday, Oct. 31

LibraryMattapoisett
Felicia's Tech Corner
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Drop-in tech help.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
HolidayDighton
Trick-or-Treating at the Dighton Public Library
When
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
Dighton Public Library, 207 Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Stop by the library during open hours for treats.
See the notice from Dighton Public Library
LibraryRochester
Teen D&D
When
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where
Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library, 17 Constitution Way
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A beginner friendly tabletop role-playing game for ages 12 to 18. The holiday session is a Monster of the Week one-shot, and costumes are welcome. Registration required.
See the notice from Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library
LibraryTaunton
Breakfast Club: Silent Reading for Families
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Silent reading time for families.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LibraryFall River
Chess Club
When
12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Nagle Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Players of every level are welcome on Saturday afternoons. Bring a board or use one from the desk.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
Family and kidsTaunton
Read to Emmy the Therapy Dog
When
1 to 1:10 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Trustees' Room, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Children sign up in advance to read to Emmy the therapy dog for 10 minutes. Registration required.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
Arts and musicNew Bedford
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: All Souls
When
3 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$35
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents All Souls. Also Nov. 1 at 3 p.m.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
HolidayTaunton
Taunton House of Horror Haunt for Hunger
When
6 p.m.
Where
Anawan Street, off Tremont Street near Trucchi's, Anawan Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A family friendly Halloween display on Halloween night. Visitors can take photos and bring food donations to help local families.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicTaunton
Church Green Coffeehouse: Plymouth Rock Music
When
7 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Live music from Plymouth Rock Music, with costumes and prizes, followed by an open mic.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
HolidayNew Bedford
Rocky Horror Picture Show with live shadowcast
When
7:30 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$20 general admission
The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live shadowcast by RKO Army.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Sunday, Nov. 1

Food and marketsTaunton
Church Green Farmers Market
When
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Church Green Farmers Market runs Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free street parking or the municipal lot behind City Hall.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicNew Bedford
National Authors' Day
When
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Cost
Included with museum admission; free for members
The museum and Write With Community celebrate National Authors' Day.
See the notice from New Bedford Whaling Museum
Arts and musicMattapoisett
Irish Music
When
2 to 3 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An afternoon of Irish music in the Large Meeting Room.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Wicked Sing-Along
When
2 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$15
A Blockbuster Movie Special sing-along screening of Wicked.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Arts and musicTaunton
Lines and Spaces Community Concert
When
3 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Free
A free community concert built around Scrumdiddlyumptious, a duet inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. All ages.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicNew Bedford
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: All Souls
When
3 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$35
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents All Souls.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Speakeasy's Broadway Piano Bar Afternoon
When
5 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$20
A Broadway piano bar afternoon in the Speakeasy.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Monday, Nov. 2

Sports and recreationDartmouth
Pop-up Women's Walk
When
9 to 10 a.m.
Where
DNRT reserve, 653 Potomska Rd., 653 Potomska Rd.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A pop-up walk for women.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
SeniorsNew Bedford
Coffee Connect
When
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Community Center, 1 Oneida St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A coffee hour for LGBTQ+ elders 60 and up with the New Bedford Council on Aging. RSVP required.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Craft & Connect
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Monday night of art and crafting at the Network space. Materials provided. All ages.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LibraryFairhaven
A Whale by Any Other Name
When
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Harrop Center (UUSF), 47 Center St
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Bob Rocha talks about whales, dolphins and porpoises in the Natural Heritage of Fairhaven series.
See the notice from Millicent Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Learn to Crochet
When
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Learn to crochet at the Main Library. Some supplies available.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Arts and musicWareham
Concert: Sarah McQuaid
When
7 to 8 p.m.
Where
Wareham Free Library, Community Room, 59 Marion Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Singer and songwriter Sarah McQuaid performs in the library's Community Room. For adults.
See the notice from Wareham Free Library
LibraryWareham
Virtual author talk: The First Lady of World War II
When
7 to 8 p.m.
Where
Online
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A virtual talk by author Shannon McKenna Schmidt on Eleanor Roosevelt's World War II trip to the front lines.
See the notice from Wareham Free Library

Tuesday, Nov. 3

Family and kidsTaunton
Royal Storytime with Miss Taunton
When
9:30 to 11 a.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A royal storytime with Miss Taunton.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
Family and kidsRehoboth
Alpacas at the Library!
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
Blanding Free Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Alpacas visit the library. All ages.
See the notice from Blanding Free Public Library
Civic and meetingsLakeville
Red Cross Blood Drive
When
noon to 7 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, Great Ponds Gallery, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Red Cross blood drive at the library.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
HolidayTaunton
Movie Matinee Double Feature: A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving & A Charlie Brown Christmas
When
1 to 3 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A double feature of A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and A Charlie Brown Christmas.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
DIY Glitter Slime
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Make your own glitter slime in Youth Services.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Learn to Podcast (Part 1) with New Bedford Cable Network
When
4 to 5 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Learn how to podcast with the New Bedford Cable Network's public access channel. Part 1 of a series.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsSomerset
The Good Dinosaur Movie Night
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A movie night showing The Good Dinosaur.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Gender Common
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Free
Trans and nonbinary peer support. Free, no registration needed.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Zeiterion Guided Tour
When
6 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
Pay what you can: $0, $5, $15 or $25
A guided tour of the theater.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
HolidayRehoboth
Holiday Craft Night
When
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where
Blanding Free Public Library, Goff Hall
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A holiday craft night at the library.
See the notice from Blanding Free Public Library

Wednesday, Nov. 4

Family and kidsFairhaven
StoryWalk 1st Birthday Celebration
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Unitarian Church Lawn, Walnut & Center Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A StoryWalk storytime, art and nature exploration to mark the StoryWalk's first birthday. All ages.
See the notice from Millicent Library
LibraryMattapoisett
Fraud Through the Ages
When
noon to 1 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A program on the history of fraud for adults.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Art with James
When
4 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An open creative space for artists of every level.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LibraryNew Bedford
Introduction to Cricut
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, CreateLab
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Cricut class for true beginners.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
LGBTQ+ ASD Social
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A relaxed weekly social for autistic and neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicAcushnet
Lana Quann Fall Watercolor Workshop
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Acushnet Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A fall watercolor workshop with Lana Quann. The workshop is full; the library is taking waitlist requests.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
LibraryFall River
Movie Night: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Meeting Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A movie night screening of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library

Thursday, Nov. 5

Family and kidsNew Bedford
Buttonwood Buddies: Invertebrates
When
9 to 10 a.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Members $16, non-members $27 per session
A playgroup for children ages 2 to 5 and a grown-up, with play and structured activities. Registration required.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
Civic and meetingsFall River
Informational Session: Fall River Law Library and the Court Service Centers
When
1 to 2 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Meeting Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An information session with the Fall River Law Library and the Court Service Centers on adult guardianship and other court services. For adults.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
After School Diversity Club
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A drop-in after school club for ages 21 and under with snacks, homework help, gaming, art and a book exchange.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Family and kidsNew Bedford
DIY Colorful Mini Terrarium
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A free drop-in mini terrarium workshop for ages 12 to 18. No registration.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
LGBTQ+ ASD Group
When
5 to 6 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A monthly group for autistic and neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people, held with Better Community Living.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Faith and nonprofitsTaunton
Associates for Human Services Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
When
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where
Ward 5 Club, 29 Winter St.
Cost
$50
Associates for Human Services holds a wine tasting with more than 100 wines, craft beers and a silent auction.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicLakeville
Dan Cooney: Faces & Places gallery reception
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, Great Ponds Gallery, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A public reception for Dan Cooney's exhibit Faces & Places in the Great Ponds Gallery.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
Sports and recreationDartmouth
Guided Meditation
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
DNRT, 318 Chase Road, 318 Chase Road
Cost
$10 per person
A guided meditation led by Jennifer Haley of Enchanted Eden's. Registration required.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
LibraryFall River
Teen Game Night
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Meeting Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Teens play collaborative and competitive multiplayer video games. Held the first Thursday of each month.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
Civic and meetingsDartmouth
Hidden in Plain Sight Community Education Event
When
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Where
North Branch Library, Suzanne E. McDonald Community Room
Cost
Free
A free Town of Dartmouth Hidden in Plain Sight education event for parents, caregivers and community members.
See the notice from North Branch Library
Arts and musicTaunton
Taunton Art Association Open Mic Night
When
6:30 p.m.
Where
Taunton Art Association, 42 Williams St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Taunton Art Association hosts an open mic night.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Colby James & The Ramblers
When
7:30 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$35, $47
A Stage Door Live! concert.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Friday, Nov. 6

HolidayTaunton
Parks & Recreation Bus Trip to the New England Christmas Festival
When
9 a.m.
Where
Former Coyle Cassidy parking lot, 2 Hamilton St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Taunton Parks & Recreation runs a bus trip to the New England Christmas Festival at Mohegan Sun, with more than 400 craft vendors. Reserve a seat.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsTaunton
Kids Corner at the Old Colony History Museum
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
Old Colony History Museum, 66 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A hands-on local history activity for kids, held the first Friday of each month.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Faith and nonprofitsRehoboth
Congregational Church Bazaar
When
4 to 8 p.m.
Where
Blanding Free Public Library, Goff Hall
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Congregational Church holds its bazaar in the library's Goff Hall. Listed on the library calendar as an outside organization.
See the notice from Blanding Free Public Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Social & Art with James
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A welcoming, affirming creative space. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Openly Yoga at SANGHA
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
SANGHA New Bedford, 693 Purchase St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly community yoga class for LGBTQIA2S+ people, nonbinary friends and allies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicNew Bedford
First Friday: The Art of Hip Hop
When
6 to 8 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Cost
$12.50 members, $25 public
Music, dance, spoken word and art curated with 3rd EyE Unlimited. Doors at 5 p.m. Ages 18 and up.
See the notice from New Bedford Whaling Museum
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Parsons Dance Master Class
When
7 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
Pay what you choose: $0, $10, $20 or $30
A master class taught by Parsons Dance founder David Parsons.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Arts and musicFall River
Jason Robert Brown with Broadway Guests
When
8 p.m.
Where
Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St.
Cost
$75 advance, $80 day of show
Composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown performs with Broadway guests. Doors open at 7 p.m.
See the notice from Narrows Center for the Arts

Saturday, Nov. 7

Arts and musicTaunton
Children's Art Workshop
When
9 to 10 a.m.
Where
Trescott Street Gallery, 8 Trescott St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A children's art workshop at the gallery.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Faith and nonprofitsRehoboth
Congregational Church Bazaar
When
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where
Blanding Free Public Library, Goff Hall
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The second day of the Congregational Church bazaar in Goff Hall. Listed on the library calendar as an outside organization.
See the notice from Blanding Free Public Library
LibrarySeekonk
Friends of the Library Book Sale
When
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Friends of the Library hold a book sale.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
Food and marketsTaunton
Girls Inc. 22nd Annual Craft Fair
When
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where
Girls Inc., 131 Arlington St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The 22nd annual Girls Inc. craft fair with local artisans and crafters, for a head start on holiday shopping.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsTaunton
Block Building Party
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Build anything with small, big, soft and wooden blocks.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Lawler Branch, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A demonstration of Ancestry Library Edition by a Special Collections library assistant.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Food and marketsTaunton
RAW Bodies Under Construction 7th Annual Craft Fair
When
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
RAW Bodies Under Construction, 5 Cohannet St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
More than 25 local vendors and homemade goods. Bake sale proceeds benefit The Kacie Project.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsMattapoisett
Dinovember Storytime
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A dinosaur themed storytime for children 2 and up.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Dragon Clay Sculpture Workshop
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Make a clay dragon at a sculpture workshop for ages 12 to 18.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryRochester
Author talk: Janis Robinson Daly
When
noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where
Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library, 17 Constitution Way
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Author Janis Robinson Daly talks about Opera, War, and the Human Spirit: Finding Beauty in Enemy Territory.
See the notice from Joseph H. Plumb Memorial Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Crafty Kids Club
When
1 to 1:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Lawler Branch, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A monthly weekend craft club for elementary school children.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
The Ancestor Hour: A Roots & Research Club
When
1 to 2 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, CreateLab
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A club for family tree research. Bring a research roadblock or a question.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Faith and nonprofitsDighton
Taunton River Watershed Alliance Annual Meeting
When
4 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
Bristol County Agricultural High School, 135 Center St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Taunton River Watershed Alliance holds its annual meeting.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
LGBTQ+Taunton
Drag Bingo
When
6 to 9 p.m.
Where
Taunton Eagles Soccer Club, 29 Oak St.
Cost
$50
Fun 107 and Crystal Diamonds host a night of drag bingo with prizes. Only 180 tickets are sold.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicFall River
Amani Burnham
When
8 p.m.
Where
Narrows Center for the Arts, 16 Anawan St.
Cost
$33 advance, $36 day of show
Blues-rock guitarist Amani Burnham. Doors open at 7 p.m.
See the notice from Narrows Center for the Arts
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Parsons Dance
When
8 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$35, $47, $58, $69
Parsons Dance on the Mainstage.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Monday, Nov. 9

Faith and nonprofitsDighton
Warm Hands, Warm Hearts Donation Drive
When
All day, Nov. 9 to Dec. 17
Where
Dighton Town Hall, 979 Somerset Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A donation tree at Town Hall collects new or lightly used gloves, hats, scarves, mittens, blankets, socks and hand warmers.
See the notice from Dighton Public Health Department
LibraryAcushnet
Movie Matinee: The Sheep Detectives
When
2 to 4 p.m.
Where
Acushnet Public Library, Community Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An afternoon movie matinee, The Sheep Detectives.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Craft & Connect
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Monday night of art and crafting at the Network space. Materials provided. All ages.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Family and kidsMarion
Town Meeting Childwatch
When
5:45 p.m.
Where
Elizabeth Taber Library, 8 Spring St.
Cost
Free
The library offers childwatch for children of parents and caregivers attending the Special Town Meeting at Sippican Elementary School. Registration required.
See the notice from Elizabeth Taber Library
Civic and meetingsMarion
Marion Fall Town Meeting
When
6 p.m.
Where
Sippican School Multipurpose Room, 16 Spring St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Marion's fall town meeting.
See the notice from Town of Marion
LibraryAcushnet
Ted Reinstein: Greetings from Breed's Hill
When
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Acushnet Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Ted Reinstein presents Greetings from Breed's Hill, on fact and folklore.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
Civic and meetingsDighton
Dighton Special Town Meeting
When
7 to 10 p.m.
Where
Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School, 2300 Regional Road, North Dighton
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Dighton's special town meeting.
See the notice from Town of Dighton

Tuesday, Nov. 10

Family and kidsNew Bedford
Fire Safety Kits
When
All day
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Pick up a fire safety kit at Youth Services while supplies last.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Sports and recreationDartmouth
Wernick Farm Trail Work Party
When
9 a.m. to noon
Where
Wernick Farm, N. Albro Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Volunteers help with trail work. Tools and snacks provided.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
SeniorsTaunton
Old Colony YMCA Healthy Aging Resource Fair
When
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Old Colony YMCA gymnasium, 71 Cohannet St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Dozens of local and regional organizations serving older adults. Light refreshments.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsSeekonk
America is Wild! with author Brad Timm
When
4 to 5 p.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Author Brad Timm presents America is Wild! for children.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
Sports and recreationDartmouth
Bobcat Ecology in Southern New England
When
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
DNRT, 318 Chase Road, 318 Chase Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A talk on bobcats and their role as predators in the region.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust

Wednesday, Nov. 11

HolidayTaunton
Veterans Memorial Marker Pancake Breakfast
When
8 to 11 a.m.
Where
Ward 5 Club, 29 Winter St.
Cost
$8 ages 6 and up, $5 ages 3 to 5, free for 2 and under
A pancake breakfast on Veterans Day to raise money for memorial markers on the graves of veterans buried in Taunton.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Innovation Staycation: Veterans Day
When
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A school vacation program for ages 6 to 10. Morning session Wild Creations runs 9 a.m. to noon; afternoon session That Tracks! runs 1 to 4 p.m. Registration required.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
HolidayFall River
Veterans Day at Battleship Cove
When
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
Battleship Cove, 5 Water St.
Cost
Free for active duty and veterans with ID
Battleship Cove honors all who served. Active duty members and veterans with ID get free admission.
See the notice from Battleship Cove
HolidayDighton
Dighton Veterans Day Celebration
When
10 a.m.
Where
Veterans Memorial Park, 979 Somerset Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The town honors all who have served and continue to serve.
See the notice from Town of Dighton
HolidayWareham
Wareham Veterans Day Parade
When
10 a.m.
Where
Main Street, Besse Park to Centre Park, Main Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The parade begins at Besse Park and ends at Centre Park, where the ceremony is held. No parking on Main Street; a free shuttle runs from Wareham Town Hall.
See the notice from Town of Wareham
HolidayFall River
Bristol Community College Veterans Day Ceremony
When
10:30 a.m.
Where
Bristol Community College, Fall River campus, 777 Elsbree St.
Cost
Free; register at BristolCC.edu/veteransday
Bristol Community College's Joseph A. Marshall Veterans Center holds a Veterans Day ceremony in the Commonwealth College Center (G building), with a brief speaking program, an Armistice observance at 11 a.m. and a buffet lunch.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar (Bristol Community College event)
HolidayMarion
Marion Veterans Day Ceremony
When
11 a.m.
Where
Old Landing Veterans Park, Front Street
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Tri-Town Veterans Service Officer Lt. Christopher P. Gerrior, U.S. Navy (Ret.), speaks and the Sippican School Band plays. In bad weather the ceremony moves to the Sippican School Multipurpose Room.
See the notice from Town of Marion
SeniorsMarion
Veterans Day luncheon, Marion Council on Aging
When
noon
Where
Benjamin D. Cushing Community Center, 465 Mill St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A luncheon for veterans, active duty members, spouses and guests. RSVP by Nov. 6 at 508-748-3570.
See the notice from Marion Council on Aging
Arts and musicNew Bedford
America the Beautiful: Our Natural Wonders
When
12:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Cost
$10, $5 for members
A giant screen film on the nation's landscapes, shown daily at 12:30 p.m. through Nov. 26.
See the notice from New Bedford Whaling Museum
LGBTQ+Taunton
Art with James
When
4 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An open creative space for artists of every level.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
SeniorsMarion
LGBTQ+ Senior Supper Club, Marion
When
5 p.m.
Where
Marion Council on Aging, 465 Mill St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A supper club for LGBTQ+ elders 60 and up at the Marion Council on Aging. RSVP by phone.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+Taunton
LGBTQ+ ASD Social
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A relaxed weekly social for autistic and neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network

Thursday, Nov. 12

Family and kidsNew Bedford
Buttonwood Buddies: Green Aracari
When
9 to 10 a.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Members $16, non-members $27 per session
A playgroup for children ages 2 to 5 and a grown-up, with play and structured activities. Registration required.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
Family and kidsDartmouth
Hikes for Tykes
When
10 to 11:15 a.m.
Where
DNRT reserve
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Bring a little explorer for a walk through the woods. Sign up in advance.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
LGBTQ+New Bedford
After School Diversity Club
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A drop-in after school club for ages 21 and under with snacks, homework help, gaming, art and a book exchange.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Design Your Own Apron
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Decorate your own apron in Youth Services during AHA! Night.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsMattapoisett
Fall Leaf Jar Lantern
When
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Children of all ages make a fall leaf jar lantern.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
LibrarySeekonk
Knitwear Mending Workshop
When
5 to 7:45 p.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Adults learn to mend socks, mittens and sweaters.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
Arts and musicNew Bedford
AHA! Night Jazz Jam
When
6 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
Free
A free jazz jam in the Speakeasy featuring Manny Escobar and Mwalim DaPhunkee Professor.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Arts and musicLakeville
Hand Embroidered Gift Tags: Crafting Program for Adults and Teens 16+
When
6 to 7:45 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, Great Ponds Gallery, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Adults and teens 16 and up make hand embroidered gift tags.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
Arts and musicNew Bedford
AHA! Night After Dark
When
8 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
Free
A free AHA! Night After Dark program in the Speakeasy.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Friday, Nov. 13

Family and kidsDartmouth
Book Craft: Create an apple and pear or a turkey
When
2 to 4 p.m.
Where
Southworth Library, Young Adult Area
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A book craft: make an apple and pear, or a turkey.
See the notice from Southworth Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Social & Art with James
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A welcoming, affirming creative space. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Openly Yoga at SANGHA
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
SANGHA New Bedford, 693 Purchase St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly community yoga class for LGBTQIA2S+ people, nonbinary friends and allies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Family and kidsSomerset
Dragon Faire
When
6 to 8 p.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An evening Dragon Faire at the library.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library

Saturday, Nov. 14

Faith and nonprofitsTaunton
Matthew Mission Food Pantry
When
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Matthew Mission food pantry.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
LibraryTaunton
Book Sale
When
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Book Sale Area, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A library book sale in the book sale area.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
Arts and musicTaunton
Children's Art Workshop
When
9 to 10 a.m.
Where
Trescott Street Gallery, 8 Trescott St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A children's art workshop at the gallery.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Food and marketsTaunton
Community Autism Resources Holiday Bazaar & Resource Fair
When
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
Taunton Hotel & Conference Center, 700 Myles Standish Blvd.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Community Autism Resources holds a holiday bazaar and resource fair for local families.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsFall River
Mobile Adventures: Signs of the Seasons
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Fall River Public Library, Meeting Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A children's program on the signs of the seasons, for ages 3 and up.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
Food and marketsTaunton
Taunton Art Association Arts & Crafts Fair
When
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where
Taunton Art Association, 42 Williams St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Taunton Art Association's arts and crafts fair, next to Taunton High.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsSomerset
The Floor is Lava
When
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Floor is Lava program at the library.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
Sports and recreationDartmouth
12th Annual DNRT Trail Race
When
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where
DNRT, 205 Slades Corner Rd., 205 Slades Corner Rd.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
DNRT's 12th annual trail race.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
Food and marketsTaunton
A Life Worth Living Corp. Holiday Vendor Fair
When
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where
The Wave Church, 336 Weir St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Shop local at a holiday vendor fair with handmade items, gifts, clothing and accessories.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsAcushnet
Fairy Garden Design
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
Acushnet Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Design a fairy garden at the library.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
Family and kidsRehoboth
Legos at the Library
When
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where
Blanding Free Public Library, Goff Hall
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Lego building at the library. General audience.
See the notice from Blanding Free Public Library
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Zeiterion Guided Tour
When
11 a.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
Pay what you can: $0, $5, $15 or $25
A guided tour of the theater.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center
Family and kidsSwansea
Monster Squad: Bunnies
When
1 to 3 p.m.
Where
Swansea Free Public Library, Studio
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A bunny themed Monster Squad program for school age children.
See the notice from Swansea Free Public Library
Family and kidsTaunton
Read to Emmy the Therapy Dog
When
1 to 1:10 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Trustees' Room, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Children sign up in advance to read to Emmy the therapy dog for 10 minutes. Registration required.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Writing Sprints
When
1 to 2 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, Browsing Area
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A group writing sprint to beat writer's block.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryTaunton
Sourdough Workshop
When
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A sourdough workshop for adults.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library

Sunday, Nov. 15

Arts and musicNew Bedford
Hadestown
When
7:30 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$79, $90, $101, $122
The Broadway national tour of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Monday, Nov. 16

SeniorsNew Bedford
Coffee Connect
When
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Community Center, 1 Oneida St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A coffee hour for LGBTQ+ elders 60 and up with the New Bedford Council on Aging. RSVP required.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Craft & Connect
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Monday night of art and crafting at the Network space. Materials provided. All ages.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Sports and recreationDartmouth
Naturalist's Book Club
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
DNRT, 318 Chase Road, 318 Chase Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Nature lovers discuss the month's book. Get the book on your own.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
LGBTQ+New Bedford
LGBTQ+ Book Club
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, Study Room (Floor 2)
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The library's LGBTQ+ Book Club holds its November meeting. For adults.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
HolidayLakeville
Tween & Teen Night: Holiday Wreaths
When
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, Great Ponds Gallery, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Tweens and teens make holiday wreaths.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
LibraryFairhaven
We Love Monsters: Romance Book Club
When
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Millicent Library, Main Library, 45 Center St
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A romance book club over seasonal treats. November's book is Bride by Ali Hazelwood.
See the notice from Millicent Library
LibraryWareham
Virtual author talk: Little Mister Victory
When
7 to 8 p.m.
Where
Online
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A virtual talk with author and historian David Kruh on Little Mister Victory.
See the notice from Wareham Free Library

Tuesday, Nov. 17

LibrarySeekonk
Turkey Tales Preschool Storytime
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Thanksgiving themed storytime for preschoolers.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
Family and kidsSomerset
Dinosaur Story Time
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
Somerset Public Library, 1464 County St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A dinosaur story time.
See the notice from Somerset Public Library
Family and kidsFall River
Family Lego Night!
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
Fall River Public Library, Meeting Room, 104 North Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Lego building night for the whole family.
See the notice from Fall River Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Gender Common
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Free
Trans and nonbinary peer support. Free, no registration needed.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LibraryDartmouth
Handwriting the Constitution
When
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Southworth Library, Elsie Haskell Auditorium
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A program on handwriting the Constitution.
See the notice from Southworth Library
Family and kidsTaunton
K-Pop Demon Hunters Club
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A K-Pop Demon Hunters club meeting.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Name Change Clinic with South Coastal Counties Legal Services
When
6 to 8 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Advocates from South Coastal Counties Legal Services give legal information and support to people seeking a name change.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Social Justice Book Club
When
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, Study Room (Floor 2)
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Social Justice Book Club meets for conversation on its November book.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library

Wednesday, Nov. 18

Faith and nonprofitsTaunton
Family Resource Center Pop-Up Monthly Food Pantry
When
8 a.m.
Where
Family Resource Center, 37 Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A monthly pop-up food pantry at the Family Resource Center.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
LibrarySeekonk
Turkey Tales: Toddler Storytime
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Thanksgiving themed storytime for toddlers.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
HolidayTaunton
Elks Veterans Luncheon
When
noon
Where
Taunton Lodge of Elks 150, 775 John Quincy Adams Road
Cost
Free
Veterans and current military members are invited to a free lunch on the third Wednesday of each month. No reservations needed.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Create with Wikki Stix
When
3 to 4 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Free drop-in craft with Wikki Stix. No registration.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Art with James
When
4 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An open creative space for artists of every level.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+Taunton
LGBTQ+ ASD Social
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A relaxed weekly social for autistic and neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Sports and recreationMarion
ORR Unified Basketball vs. Tri-Town Police
When
6 p.m.
Where
Old Rochester Regional High School, 135 Marion Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The annual Old Rochester Regional Unified basketball team plays Tri-Town police in a fundraiser. All proceeds benefit Unified Sports.
See the notice from Town of Marion calendar
LibraryNew Bedford
Computer Class: Intro to Google Docs
When
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, CreateLab
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A beginner computer class on Google Docs.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Civic and meetingsLakeville
Lakeville Fall Special Town Meeting
When
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where
Apponequet Regional High School auditorium, 100 Howland Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Lakeville's fall special town meeting.
See the notice from Town of Lakeville
LibraryWareham
Why Did I Do That? The Power of Social Influence
When
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
Wareham Free Library, Community Room, 59 Marion Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Professor Matt Davis talks about the power of social influence. For adults.
See the notice from Wareham Free Library
LibraryLakeville
Uncovering the Plymouth Blitz
When
7 to 8 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A talk on researching and remembering the Plymouth Blitz of World War II.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library

Thursday, Nov. 19

Family and kidsNew Bedford
Buttonwood Buddies: Striped Skunk
When
9 to 10 a.m.
Where
Buttonwood Park Zoo, 425 Hawthorn St.
Cost
Members $16, non-members $27 per session
A playgroup for children ages 2 to 5 and a grown-up, with play and structured activities. Registration required.
See the notice from Buttonwood Park Zoo
LibrarySeekonk
Turkey Tales: Baby Storytime
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Thanksgiving themed storytime for babies.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
Sports and recreationDartmouth
Turtle Walk at Dike Creek Reserve
When
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Dike Creek Reserve, 177 Bakerville Rd.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A slower paced, leisurely walk. Registration required.
See the notice from Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust
Family and kidsMattapoisett
Edible Turkey Craft
When
11 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Children 2 and up make an edible turkey craft.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
LibraryAcushnet
History Coffee Hour
When
11 a.m. to noon
Where
Acushnet Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A history coffee hour at the library.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
LibraryNew Bedford
Author talk: Jen Rose Smith, Ice Geographies
When
noon to 1 p.m.
Where
Online
Cost
Free, registration required
A free virtual author talk.
See the notice from New Bedford Whaling Museum
Family and kidsRehoboth
Winter Hibernation
When
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Where
Blanding Free Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A winter hibernation program for ages 4 to 10.
See the notice from Blanding Free Public Library
LGBTQ+New Bedford
After School Diversity Club
When
3 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A drop-in after school club for ages 21 and under with snacks, homework help, gaming, art and a book exchange.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicNew Bedford
Beyond the Page: Exploring the Art of the Book
When
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Whaling Museum, 18 Johnny Cake Hill
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An evening of conversation and hands-on activities tied to the exhibition Boundless: The Book as Art. Doors at 5:30 p.m.
See the notice from New Bedford Whaling Museum
Arts and musicTaunton
Girls Inc. presents Ladies to the Front: A Variety Show
When
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where
Taunton Performing Arts Center, 21 Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Girls Inc. presents a variety show with comedy and music by local women performers, a cash bar and raffles.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Thursday Night Magic for Teens
When
6 to 8 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Teens learn or play Magic: the Gathering on the fourth Thursday.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Arts and musicTaunton
Taunton Art Association Open Mic Night
When
6:30 p.m.
Where
Taunton Art Association, 42 Williams St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Taunton Art Association hosts an open mic night.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar

Friday, Nov. 20

Civic and meetingsTaunton
Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast
When
9 to 10:30 a.m.
Where
Segregansett Country Club, 85 Gulliver St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce holds its legislative breakfast.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
HolidaySeekonk
Movie Honoring Veterans: Megan Leavey
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The library screens Megan Leavey in honor of veterans. For adults.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Social & Art with James
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A welcoming, affirming creative space. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Openly Yoga at SANGHA
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
SANGHA New Bedford, 693 Purchase St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly community yoga class for LGBTQIA2S+ people, nonbinary friends and allies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+Taunton
Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil
When
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church in Taunton, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A vigil with speakers and placards honoring the trans people lost this year. Their names will be read. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network

Saturday, Nov. 21

LibraryLakeville
Genealogy Club: Friend or Foe: Researching Colonial Ancestors During the American Revolution by Melanie McComb
When
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Lakeville Public Library, Great Ponds Gallery, 4 Precinct St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Genealogy Club looks at researching colonial ancestors.
See the notice from Lakeville Public Library
Family and kidsTaunton
Mass Audubon Presents: Animal Encounter
When
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Where
Taunton Public Library, Auditorium, 12 Pleasant St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Mass Audubon brings an animal encounter to the library.
See the notice from Taunton Public Library
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Nature Play and Learn
When
2 to 4 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Nature Play and Learn in Youth Services for ages 6 to 11.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsDartmouth
The Magic of Lyn Dillies
When
2 to 3 p.m.
Where
North Branch Library, Suzanne E. McDonald Community Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries present illusionist Lyn Dillies, with magic, comedy and audience participation. All ages.
See the notice from North Branch Library
Faith and nonprofitsTaunton
TacT-fully Funny Comedy Night Fundraiser
When
7 to 10 p.m.
Where
Taunton Lodge of Elks 150, 775 John Quincy Adams Road
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An evening of stand-up comedy to support TacT's mission of serving meals with dignity.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Arts and musicNew Bedford
New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: Goosby Plays Brahms
When
7:30 p.m.
Where
Zeiterion Performing Arts Center, 684 Purchase St.
Cost
$30, $55, $70, $80 plus fees
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra presents Goosby Plays Brahms.
See the notice from Zeiterion Performing Arts Center

Sunday, Nov. 22

LibraryMattapoisett
Alice Openshaw Book Launch
When
2 to 3:30 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A book launch for author Alice Openshaw.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library

Monday, Nov. 23

LGBTQ+New Bedford
Craft & Connect
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306, 558 Pleasant St., Suite 306
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A Monday night of art and crafting at the Network space. Materials provided. All ages.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network

Tuesday, Nov. 24

HolidayTaunton
Taunton Eagles Soccer Club Thanksgiving Meal
When
1 to 5 p.m.
Where
Taunton Eagles Soccer Club, 29 Oak St.
Cost
Free
The Taunton Eagles Soccer Club serves a free Thanksgiving meal for families in need.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsNew Bedford
Sketchbook Club
When
3 to 4 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Bring a sketchbook or use library supplies at the teen Sketchbook Club.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Family and kidsMattapoisett
Family Movie Night
When
6 to 8 p.m.
Where
Mattapoisett Free Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 7 Barstow St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A family movie night in the Large Meeting Room.
See the notice from Mattapoisett Free Public Library
LibrarySeekonk
Native Tales with Pokanoket/Seaconke Wampanoag Tribe
When
6 to 7 p.m.
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Native tales shared by the Pokanoket/Seaconke Wampanoag Tribe. All ages.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library

Wednesday, Nov. 25

Arts and musicNew Bedford
Paint Club with Ms. Cat
When
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Wilks Branch
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Paint a different scene each month with Ms. Cat.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Art with James
When
4 to 5 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An open creative space for artists of every level.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
SeniorsFairhaven
LGBTQ+ Senior Supper Club, Fairhaven
When
5 p.m.
Where
Fairhaven Council on Aging, 229 Huttleston Ave.
Cost
Free
A supper club for LGBTQ+ elders 60 and up, held the fourth Wednesday of every month at the Fairhaven Council on Aging. Free. RSVP by phone.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+Taunton
LGBTQ+ ASD Social
When
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A relaxed weekly social for autistic and neurodivergent LGBTQ+ people.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network

Friday, Nov. 27

SeniorsFall River
LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club
When
10 to 11 a.m.
Where
Munchies Breakfast & Lunch, 4263 N. Main St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club for ages 60 and up meets the last Friday of the month at Munchies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
Arts and musicDartmouth
Adult Crafternoon: Bedazzled Book Covers
When
2 to 4 p.m.
Where
Southworth Library, Elsie Haskell Auditorium
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
An adult crafternoon making bedazzled book covers.
See the notice from Southworth Library
LGBTQ+Taunton
Social & Art with James
When
5 to 7 p.m.
Where
South Coast LGBTQ+ Network, Taunton, 2 Knotty Walk
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A welcoming, affirming creative space. All are welcome.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network
LGBTQ+New Bedford
Openly Yoga at SANGHA
When
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where
SANGHA New Bedford, 693 Purchase St.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A weekly community yoga class for LGBTQIA2S+ people, nonbinary friends and allies.
See the notice from South Coast LGBTQ+ Network

Saturday, Nov. 28

Faith and nonprofitsTaunton
Matthew Mission Food Pantry
When
8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
The Matthew Mission food pantry.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar
Family and kidsSeekonk
Sensory Play
When
10 a.m. to noon
Where
Seekonk Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 410 Newman Ave.
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Sensory play for young children.
See the notice from Seekonk Public Library
HolidayDartmouth
Once Upon A Wreath craft
When
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where
North Branch Library, Suzanne E. McDonald Community Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A wreath craft at the North Branch.
See the notice from North Branch Library
Family and kidsAcushnet
Crafternoon
When
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
Acushnet Public Library
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A drop-in craft afternoon.
See the notice from Acushnet Public Library
Arts and musicFairhaven
Book Folding
When
1 to 3 p.m.
Where
Millicent Library, Rita E. Steele Auditorium, 45 Center St
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
A book folding craft program. Registration is required and subject to the library's approval.
See the notice from Millicent Library
Faith and nonprofitsNew Bedford
Solidarityfest: Mutual Aid Network of the Southcoast
When
1 to 3 p.m.
Where
New Bedford Free Public Library, Main Library, Meeting Room
Cost
Not listed; check with the organizer
Solidarityfest from the Mutual Aid Network of the Southcoast at the Main Library.
See the notice from New Bedford Free Public Library
Arts and musicTaunton
Church Green Coffeehouse: Mike Doyle
When
7 p.m.
Where
First Parish Church, 76 Church Green
Cost
Suggested donation $5
Live music from Mike Doyle followed by an open mic. Doors open at 6 p.m.
See the notice from City of Taunton community calendar

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Halloween Pet Costume Contest

Baby Boo at the Zoo

Trick or Treat Itty Bitty Story Time

Build with Blocks

Device Advice

Drop-In Playgroup

Friday Knitting Club

LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club

Storytime

Baby Storytime

Trick or Treat Preschool Story Time

Brown Bag Book Club

Nature Play Story Time

Past Times: Historical Fiction Book Group

Agatha Society

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Trick or Treat on Main Street

Social & Art with James

Almost Halloween Movie Night: Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Openly Yoga at SANGHA

Mystic Pizza: A New Musical

Saturday, Oct. 31

Felicia's Tech Corner

Trick-or-Treating at the Dighton Public Library

Teen D&D

Breakfast Club: Silent Reading for Families

Chess Club

Read to Emmy the Therapy Dog

New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: All Souls

Taunton House of Horror Haunt for Hunger

Church Green Coffeehouse: Plymouth Rock Music

Rocky Horror Picture Show with live shadowcast

Sunday, Nov. 1

Church Green Farmers Market

National Authors' Day

Irish Music

Wicked Sing-Along

Lines and Spaces Community Concert

New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: All Souls

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Today, Oct. 29

Dine Out to Help Out: Triumph, Inc. Fundraiser

Drop In Genealogy Visits

Storytime at Casa da Saudade

Family Movie Night

Girl Scout Recruitment Event

Cribbage

Family Story & Craft

Lusophone Views Book Club in English

The Banned Book Club

Traveling Book Club: The Frozen River

Trescott Street Gallery Presents: Fused Glass Art

Books & Babble Book Group

Lines and Spaces Live Music Pop-Ups

East Nash Grass

The Price Is Right Live

Tomorrow, Oct. 30

Baby Boo at the Zoo

Trick or Treat Itty Bitty Story Time

Build with Blocks

Device Advice

Drop-In Playgroup

Friday Knitting Club

LGBTQ+ Breakfast Club

Storytime

Baby Storytime

Trick or Treat Preschool Story Time

Brown Bag Book Club

Nature Play Story Time

Past Times: Historical Fiction Book Group

Agatha Society

T(w)een Friyays

Trick or Treat on Main Street