Happenings

Friends of the Claire T. Carney Library to have annual Authors' Brunch

Authors on the Cape and along the South Coast will be coming to UMass Dartmouth in support of the T. Carney Library Library this fall. The event is on Sunday, October 26 and will feature authors Lisa Genova, Nancy Rubin Stuart and Dawn Tripp. The...

Things to do: Week of July 25

Friday, July 25 Turnip the beat The Dartmouth Farmers & Artisan Market is open every Friday until Oct. 24. Fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade crafts may be on the horizon for those who stop by between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m...

Things to do: Week of July 17

Thursday, July 17 Eleanor in the limelight Cue a story about history and the fictional life of Eleanor Roosevelt with the one-woman performance titled “An Hour with Eleanor.” The performance will take place on Thursday,...

Watercolor batik workshop coming to Dartmouth Cultural Center

The Dartmouth Cultural Center is offering an opportunity for artists and creatives to explore a distinctive mixed-media technique in its upcoming workshop, “Line & Wash Watercolor Batik on Kinwashi Rice Paper,” led by artist Peter Sterling...

Dartmouth rep encourages veterans to attend town hall for HERO Act

Rep. Chris Markey of Dartmouth is encouraging residents, especially veterans, to attend a town hall event with Veterans Services Secretary Jon Santiago on Thursday, July 17, at 11 a.m. at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. The town hall will focus on...

Shuck yeah, it’s time for a clambake

People are “shore” to have a good time during the Friends of Smith Neck Meeting’s old-fashioned New England Clambake. The event will be on August 9 at 1:30 p.m. The bake will be located at 594 Smith Neck Road at the corner of Rock O’Dundee Road...

Annual memorial fundraiser to come in September

The fourth annual Tyler Joseph Leonard Memorial Fundraiser will take place in Dartmouth this September. The event is held to celebrate Tyler and raise money for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. The event will be on Sept. 6 at The...

Something to sale-abrate

Score some new finds at the Dartmouth Historical & Arts Society’s Yard Sale. The sale will be on Saturday, July 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Russell Mills Schoolhouse on 1205 Russells Mills Road. Members and friends of the Dartmouth...

Join in on the Vineyard Vibes Christmas in July weekend

Christmas is coming to town a bit early this year and it's bringing an array of goods, live music and free activities and games to Running Brook Vineyard & Winery over the July 26 and 27 weekend. Hosted from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. each day, Seth...

Celebrate summer in the village with local retail and entertainment

A cherished summertime tradition returns in Padanaram Village on Saturday, July 26, as the Padanaram Summer Festival looks to bring a full day of fun to the historic harborfront from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organized by the Padanaram Business Association,...

Summer at the library promises page-turners and performers

Tuesday, July 15 Science Heroes assemble Calling all young adventurers — it’s time to level up. Science Heroes will visit the Dartmouth Public Libraries on Tuesday, July 15, taking kids on a high-energy mission to solve...

A sale for the sake of Christ

Buy some food for the greater good at the Summer Malassada Sale at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church on 351 Elm Street from on Sunday, July 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This sale will benefit the many ministries of the parish that directly impact the local...

Rock n’ roll for a cause

Get headbanging at the annual summer Concert on the Green hosted by the Dartmouth Police Relief Association. The concert will take place on Saturday, July 26 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature an Aerosmith Tribute Band called “Draw the Line.”...

Time to reduce, reuse, recycle and paint

Join the Dartmouth Cultural Center and Beverly Pusateri for “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Art Projects for Children,” on for a five week art class using recyclables like tin cans, paper rolls, plastic bottles and cups, turning them into works of art while...

Touch some grass and take a walk…or five

Time for a breath of fresh air with the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust and the Marion Institute. The five week program full of nature walks, yoga and spiritual healing will be held every Thursday at 6 p.m. from July 10 to August 7. Week one will...

Nine Dartmouth residents to take on the Buzzards Bay Swim

The Buzzards Bay Swim returns on Saturday, June 28 at 7 a.m., with more than 275 swimmers set to take on the 1.2-mile open water course from New Bedford’s South End to Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven, including nine from right here in Dartmouth. Canceled...

Picnic, patriotism and music: A classic Fourth of July celebration to continue

Pack a picnic, bring a flag and get ready to enjoy an old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration as the Dartmouth Community Band and Historical and Arts Society once again host their annual Band & Picnic at the Russells Mills Schoolhouse. This...

Things to do: Week of June 19

Friday, June 20 Turnip the beet As the days grow longer, the wait for Dartmouth’s Farmers Market is finally over. Fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade crafts are back as the 2025 season continues on Friday, June 20, from...

Hear one woman's journey in keeping an iconic species alive

Join the next Mass Audubon Summer Series session on Thursday, June 26 and learn of the challenges Tina Morris faced as a female pioneer in raptor biology. Morris will share her journey as a young graduate student tasked with reintroducing bald...

Join in on the 35th year of getting hooked on fishing – not drugs

The Knights of Columbus in Dartmouth will host the 35th annual “Get Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs” kids’ fishing tournament on Saturday, June 28, from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Mello’s Pond, located one mile west of UMass Dartmouth on Old Westport Road...

Things to do: Week of June 5

Friday, June 6 Turnip the beet As the days grow longer, the wait for Dartmouth’s Farmers & Artisan Market to reopen becomes shorter. Fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade crafts are just on the horizon as...

Victorian medicine’s bizarre past comes alive at Dartmouth Senior Center

Bloodletting, kitchen-cupboard cures and the dawn of X-rays: the strange world of late-Victorian medicine will be on full display at the Dartmouth Senior Center on Monday, June 9 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The performance, “Myths & Miracles of...

Things to do: Week of May 29

Thursday, May 29 Moments from nature Mass Audubon is kicking off its annual Summer Speaker Series at the Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary later this month, offering a season of free, art- and nature-inspired evening programs in the...

Marina to be dedicated to Warren G. Hathaway

Dartmouth will be celebrating and honoring a sailing legacy Friday, June 6 as the community is invited to join for the dedication and ribbon cutting of the Warren G. Hathaway Marina at the Aurthur F. Dias Town Landing. The program, which is hosted...

For lovers of nature and art: Mass Audubon kicks off Summer Speaker Series

Mass Audubon is kicking off its annual Summer Speaker Series at the Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary later this month, offering a season of free, art- and nature-inspired evening programs in the historic Stone Barn. The series begins Thursday, May 29...

Learn how voters are identified at the polls with the Republican Town Committee

In 36 states, laws request voters show some form of identification at the polls while the remaining 14 use other methods. Join the Dartmouth Republican Town Committee for its monthly meeting Wednesday, May 28 to learn more about this from guest...

Explore watercolor techniques with local artist

Explore techniques for creating different effects in watercolor painting in a two-hour workshop with local artist and teacher Jane Bregoli. The workshop, which is hosted by the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries, will take place Tuesday, June 17 and...

Help raise money for the Dartmouth Arts & Historical Society

Join the Dartmouth Historical & Arts Society for its May indoor yard sale on Saturday the 24th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Schoolhouse, located at 1205 Russells Mills Road. Browse an array of books, antiques, household items, games, small...

Compete in Scams Jeopardy

Compete for prizes in an interactive Jeopary-inspired game about scams, consumer rights, landlord-tenant law and how to avoid real financial jeopardy. The program is being offered by the New Bedford Local Consumer Program at the Dartmouth North...

What to know about this year’s Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day is May 26 and the town of Dartmouth will once again host its annual parade to honor those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. The parade will kick off at 9 a.m. at Apponagansett Park on Gulf Road and will proceed across the...

Place new flags at Elm Street Cemetery for Memorial Day

It’s that time of year again. With the Memorial Day holiday and accompanying parade and festivities drawing near, the town’s Veteran Services Office is seeking volunteers to help reflag the Elm Street Cemetery. The flagging will take place on Sunday...

What's the latest on the bike path? Find out at the summit

The South Coast Bikeway Alliance is hosting its 11th annual summit on Tuesday, May 13. Guest will have the opportunity to discuss the latest developments in the South Coast Bikeway project. Hosted at UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science...

Singing and celebrations to mark 60 years

The Greater New Bedford Choral Society is celebrating 60 years this May at its annual Spring Concert. Hear them sing Sunday, May 18 at 3 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 133 School Street in New Bedford. This season, the choral society includes 19...

A possible path to better breathing

With allergy season in full swing, Power of Life Chiropractic is offering a free community health class focused on using natural solutions to help manage respiratory issues and seasonal allergies — without relying on medications. The event, led by...

Get ready to ‘turnip the beet’ at Dartmouth’s Farmers Market

As the days grow longer, the wait for Dartmouth’s Farmers & Artisan Market to reopen becomes shorter. Fresh fruits and vegetables along with handmade crafts are just on the horizon as the 2025 season looks to kick off on Friday, June 6. The...

Marsh matters up for panel discussion at Davoll’s

Learn about the health of local salt marshes and the impact of climate change during a special panel event hosted by the Buzzards Bay Coalition at Davoll’s General Store Tuesday, May 6 at 5 p.m. “The Salt Marsh and Climate Change” will bring...

Picture this, an artfully crafted week of creativity and more

A week full of creativity, history and craftsmanship is coming to the Dartmouth Cultural Center. Celebrate the annual Art Week, with events happening from Thursday, May 8 to Thursday, May 16. From honoring New Bedford’s role in the Underground...

Dartmouth Republicans to welcome gubernatorial hopeful Brian Shortsleeve to monthly meeting

Join the Dartmouth Republican Town Committee in welcoming gubernatorial hopeful Brian Shortsleeve to their monthly meeting. Shortsleeve will talk about his campaign and answer questions from the public. The meeting will take place on Wednesday,...

Thousands of books available at Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries’ Spring Book sale

Pick up one of thousands of books at The Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries’ Spring Book Sale at Southworth Library. Proceeds from book sales allow the Friends of the Dartmouth Libraries to offer free educational programs for adults and children;...

Safely dispose of household hazards on drop-off day

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day is a no-cost opportunity to safely dispose of up to 25 pounds (or 25 gallons) of common hazards, including pesticides, paint thinners and old gasoline. Stop by Crapo Hill Landfill on Saturday, May 3 from 8:30 a...

Stay in tune with nature, environmental education

The Loyd Center for the Environment will hold its annual meeting at the Suzanne E. McDonald Community Room of the Dartmouth Public Library — North Branch on Wednesday, April 30, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Expect a recap of the center’s past year from...

Enjoy a tax-deductible spaghetti dinner to support The Humane Society and Shelter SouthCoast

Pasta and puppies are two things most people can agree on. The Humane Society and Shelter SouthCoast invites the community to support abandoned, surrendered, and locally rescued animals at their annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Friday, April 25...

Daffo-delightful new faces in blooming Parsons Reserve

As yellow and white dot a small field in Dartmouth and the nearby streams bring tranquil sounds of flowing water — the algorithms of TikTok, Facebook and Instagram alike have brought hundreds of new guests to what was formerly a hidden gem. Every...

Attend a DHS alumni association meeting

The annual meeting of the Dartmouth High School Alumni Association will be held on Wednesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. The event will be held at Fay’s Restaurant at 613 Dartmouth Street. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m., with annual meeting following the...

Town Easter egg hunt postponed due to inclement weather

The Dartmouth Parks and Recreation Easter egg hunt will return for its 13th year on Saturday, April 19. The hunt was rescheduled from Saturday, April 12 due to inclement weather. The event open for kids ages 3 through 7 and starts at 11:30 a.m. It...

Parsons Reserve nears first weekend in full bloom

The Dartmouth Natural Resource Trust’s historical field of daffodils at Parsons Reserve has seen thousands of patrons throughout the years, yet still remains a “hidden gem.” Last year, Daffodil ranger Jack Dresser said he was surprised to see how...

Attend a revolutionary presentation

Go back in time 250 years to the start of the Revolutionary War on Saturday, April 12. Local historian and journalist Bob Barboza will teach attendees about life in Old Dartmouth, the important role the town played in the Revolution and the war’s...

Shop at an upcoming yard sale

On Saturday, April 12 the Dartmouth Historical and Arts Society is hosting an indoor yard sale at the Russells Mills Schoolhouse. Books, antiques, household items, games, small furniture, vases, pictures, dolls, frames, tools and more will be for...

Bristol County Savings Bank reports record-breaking grant awards

Smashing records and providing for communities — the Bristol County Savings Bank announced that the Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation awarded a record $2,868,417 in grants in 2024. The Bank distributed the funds to 265 different non-...

Westport Art Group Scholarship application deadline approaches

Seniors who intend to pursue a higher degree in Visual Arts are encouraged to apply to The Westport Art Group annual scholarship. After over 50 years of generosity, the group has doubled the two scholarships to $3,000 each this year. Students living...

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