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Our streak of sunny weekends has come to an end. Unfortunately, we will be pounded with clouds and/or rain all weekend. The only day that has some potential for sun, is Sunday and that day will be partly sunny with showers likely. Having said that, there is plenty to do indoors or with wearing the proper gear. So, don’t let that stop you and the family from getting out of the house and enjoy some of the goings-on locally.
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Friday, August 21st
Church of the Good Shepherd FREE movie night: “101 Dalmatians” (6:00pm-8:00pm)
We are excited to announce that we are having our first Movie Night. Downstairs (come in by the side door). Admission is free and we are selling popcorn + a juice box for 1 dollar. 
Vibe City: Return of the Vibe musical event (Fairhaven) (7:00pm-1:00am)
Come one, come all! Vibe City presents a spectacular night of music, art, craft, food, drink, fashion, creativity, community, friendship, and jubilation. All ages event: $8 entry. There will be a raffle to support 3rd EyE Youth Empowerment, Inc. of New Bedford. MAIN ACTS: Hwuevo at 8:30pm, Planetary Circus Kingodm at 9:45pm, and The Viennagram 11:00pm. OPENING ACTS: Acoustic Awakening, Jake Slater, with special guests Faultergeist, Sodo, Le-Ohm. VFW Post 2892, 109 Middle St, Fairhaven.
Saturday, August 22nd
Dollar-a-Bag book Sale (Fairhaven) (9:00am-1:00pm)
We welcome you to come and fill a bag of good reads for only a dollar! The Oxford Book Haven & Cafe is located downstairs in the Church of the Good Shepherd, 357 Main St., Fairhaven. There is a large selection to choose from. Home-made dessert, coffee, and other beverages available. 1 Temple Place, Fairhaven.
Friends Summer Jewelry Sale (10:00am-4:00pm)
The Friends of the Mattapoisett Library are hosting a Summer Jewelry and Accessory Sale. Discover new treasures for yourself or a one of a kind gift for someone! Enjoy shopping at this very popular event of donated jewelry and accessories. All proceeds benefit the library.
Fall River Stamp Show (10:00am-5:00pm)
The Fall River Philatelic Society will hold it’s third annual Stamp Show at the Fall River Elks Lodge, 4500 N Main Street, exit 8A off route 24. 10 dealers will be selling stamps, postal history, ephemera, and postcards. US Postal Service will sell USPO products and canceling the Show Event Cover. Free admission-Free parking-Free appraisal table by club members. For more info click on event title, or call Paula Shaker 508.679.4065.
Edaville USA (Carver) (10:00am-6:00pm)
We feature over 20 amusement rides including a Ferris Wheel, Carousel, Jumbo the Elephant, Tilt-A-Whirl, Scrambler, 2 mile narrow gauge railroad, two steam locomotives and one diesel locomotive and much more. We are also the home of Thomas Land, which will be opening in August of 2015. Thomas Land will feature 11 Thomas themed children’s rides including Winston’s Skyline Express, Troublesome Trucks Runaway Coaster, Toby’s Tilting Tracks, Sodor Windmill, Sodor’s Cranberry Carousel, Rockin’ Bulstrode, Harold’s Lift-Off, Firefighting Flynn, Diesel Derby, Cranky’s Crane Drop and Bertie’s Bus Tours. We offer daily admission tickets, two day passes, season passes, birthday parties, group sales and gift cards. 5 Pine St, Carver, Massachusetts.
FREE Historic Walking Tours (10:30am & 2:00pm)
Free tours last approximated 45 minutes and step off from the National Park Visitor Center. The tours take visitors through the cobblestoned streets of the park and waterfront, while exploring the many stories associated with the New Bedford’s maritime past and present. Tour topics include: Risks and Rewards of Whaling, Unknown Heroes and Their Secrets: New Bedford’s Underground Railroad, Herman Melville’s New Bedford. Sturdy walking shoes recommended. Call the visitor center for more details.
“What’s Up with Ernestina?” (3:00pm-6:00pm)
Information sharing, exhibits, photos and videos, music, refreshments and more. Co-sponsored by Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association, Schooner Ernestina Commission, Cape Verdean Association of New Bedford, Tony Neves Travel, Old Bedford Village Development Corp., New Bedford Historical Society and New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. Cape Verdean Cultural Center, 1157 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford.
Annual Marion Town Party (4:00pm)
Food & drink for sale. Free bouncy houses, games for kids, & a rock climbing wall. There will be music & photo booth by Ensemble Events, a bake sale, a HUGE bonfire and more fun! Proceeds will benefit the Marion Firefighters Association and Marion Recreation. Any questions please contact, Chris Berg at (508) 776-1615, Steve Gonsalves at (508) 264-5852 or townparty@marionrecreation.com. Rain Date August 23. On the grounds of the
Marion Town House, 2 Spring Street.
Saturday Evening Serenades: Monica Ambroziak (Fall River) (6:00pm-8:30pm)
Song stylist Monica Ambroziak raises the roof wherever she performs. With over 30 years of singing experience, she steps out in many genres, singing what she loves from jazz and pop to rock and gospel. She has been lead vocalist for The Bob Demers Group and a driving force in ensembles including the Paper Dolls and the Funky White Honkies. Fall River Historical Society, 451 Rock Street, Fall River.
FREE Family Fun Night at Buttonwood Park (6:00pm)
Fun stuff like inflatibles, obstacle course, bounce house and outdoor movies for the whole family! Tonight’s movie is “Monsters University.” Activities begin at 6:00pm and the movie begins at dusk. Buttonwood Park 425 Hawthorn Street, New Bedford. For rain dates and cancellations go to http://www.facebook.com/scdartmouth.
Sunday, August 23rd
Groundbreaking: East Freetown Garage (10:00am-2:00pm)
A cookout lunch of hot dogs and chips will be served free of charge. The museum will also be joined by DJ Johnny Angel and the Downshifters Car Club. The objective of building a replica of the historic East Freetown Garage is to model what a service station may have looked like in the early to mid-1900s. Combined with other replicas on the museum grounds, one will get an authentic understanding of what life was like in East Freetown during the time period. The garage also housed the first fire station in East Freetown. The event is free to the public and will take place on the grounds of the Freetown Historical Society Museum located on One Slab Bridge Road in Assonet.
2nd Annual Fort Phoenix Beach Volleyball Tournament (10:00am)
Beach volleyball with 4 player teams, co-ed and round robin format. Rules are strcitly enforced. Trophies will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Unlimited water and Gatorade for the players. Call 508.542.3351 or email snowrider722014@yahoo.com for more info.
Edaville USA (Carver) (10:00am-6:00pm)
We feature over 20 amusement rides including a Ferris Wheel, Carousel, Jumbo the Elephant, Tilt-A-Whirl, Scrambler, 2 mile narrow gauge railroad, two steam locomotives and one diesel locomotive and much more. We are also the home of Thomas Land, which will be opening in August of 2015. Thomas Land will feature 11 Thomas themed children’s rides including Winston’s Skyline Express, Troublesome Trucks Runaway Coaster, Toby’s Tilting Tracks, Sodor Windmill, Sodor’s Cranberry Carousel, Rockin’ Bulstrode, Harold’s Lift-Off, Firefighting Flynn, Diesel Derby, Cranky’s Crane Drop and Bertie’s Bus Tours. We offer daily admission tickets, two day passes, season passes, birthday parties, group sales and gift cards. 5 Pine St, Carver, Massachusetts.
Mass on the Beach (10:30am)
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Dartmouth is offering a fun, faith-filled, outdoor worship service of Holy Eucharist nat Apponagansett Beach, 77 Gulf Road, Dartmouth. The Episcopal Church promotes the inclusion of all people regardless of marriage situations, sexual orientation or life story. Everyone in the community is welcome to join us regardless of current or former spiritual affiliations. Participants are invited to bring their own lawn chair. All are welcome!
FREE Historic Walking Tours (10:30am)
Free tours last approximated 45 minutes and step off from the National Park Visitor Center at. The tours take visitors through the cobblestoned streets of the park and waterfront, while exploring the many stories associated with the New Bedford’s maritime past and present. Tour topics include: Risks and Rewards of Whaling, Unknown Heroes and Their Secrets: New Bedford’s Underground Railroad, Herman Melville’s New Bedford. Sturdy walking shoes recommended. Call the visitor center for more details.
2nd Annual Pontoon Boat Parade (Westport) (1:30pm-6:00pm)
Last year, about a dozen boats participated in a lively parade through the East Branch of the Westport River culminating at the mouth of the West Branch. This year’s parade will assemble northwest of Spectacle Island in the East Branch. The parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. All pontoon boat participants are asked to be at the assembly location by 1:00 for a prompt 1:30 start.
Currently, there are over thirty pontoon boats docked or moored in the Westport River. This year we are hoping to double the size of our parade to over twenty-four participants. Boat decorating is encouraged and a post parade rafting off celebration will take place at the mouth of the West Branch of the Westport River. For further information click event title.
