18 Things To Do This Weekend (May 4 – May 6)
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Friday, May 4th
FREE Open Farm Day at Round The Bend Farm (Dartmouth) (10:00am-5:00pm)
A great time to visit the farm, meet the team, purchase farm products from RTB and other local farmers, and be embraced by a like-minded community that is striving to create resilient communities for all to enjoy. Always free and open to the public!
Open Farm Days Include: A chance to visit the farm, the animals and meet the team, free, guided farm tour at 11am & 2pm, non-GMO & grass-fed meat, seasonal & chemical-free produce, local honey from hives on the farm, MA maple syrup, herbal teas & tinctures and much more! Round the Bend Farm, 92 Allen Neck Rd., South Dartmouth.
Dartmouth High School Theatre’s spring musical, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” (7:00pm)
Dartmouth High Theatre Company takes you into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. “Most everyone can remember the classic animated movie, Beauty and the Beast. We are so excited for you to see the Dartmouth High Theatre Company, (DHTC), bring to life the cursed residents of the enchanted castle. From the beautiful costumes to the very detailed sets, we know you will enjoy every moment of our Disney family musical.” Dartmouth High School, 555 Bakerville Rd., Dartmouth.
FREE Stargazing at The Bogs (Mattapoisett) (8:00pm-9:30pm)
Join the Astronomical Society of Southern New England and the Buzzards Bay Coalition for a stargazing walk at The Bogs. Far away from the city lights, the 500-acre Mattapoisett River Reserve offers visitors a dark, expansive sky to view the stars. As you gaze through telescopes at the wonders of deep space, you’ll look for planets, constellations and galaxies. Please dress warmly in multiple layers and bring a flashlight. Telescopes will be provided. The Bogs, 138 Acushnet Road, Mattapoisett.
Pub6T5 w/ “Girl Friday” (8:00pm-12:00am)
No cover. Girl Friday is the hardest working bar band on the SouthCoast. Real. Live. Rock. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.
“DJ Hankster” at The Bar (10:00pm)
DJ Hankster is a Metal DJ that also spins Rock, Country and occasionally “Oldies.” The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.
Saturday, May 5th
Relay For Life Spring Craft Fair (9:00am-2:00pm)
Mark your calendars! There will be over 40 vendors and crafters offering a variety of items to dazzle you. A great way to find that unique Mother’s Day gift!
Edaville Family Theme Park Activities (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! 
16th Annual Spring Celebration (12:00pm-5:00pm)
Sip, savor and toast to the seasons’ newest wine releases at our 16th Annual Spring Celebration! A day full of grape stomping, wine tasting, potato sack racing goodness. Enjoy live music from the Blue Light Bandits while sipping on our new releases and noshing on food created by scratch from our culinary team (food items available for purchase). Feeling competitive? You could be called to compete in our Grape Stomp Competition OR our Potato Sack Race Through the Vines! Or simply relax and capture the memories with a photo of you and one of TEN31 Productions live wine statues. Just added – Bully Boy Distillers will join us and offer tastings of their spirits! (Add’l charge.) Newport Vineyards, 909 East Main Rd. (Route 138), Middletown, Rhode Island.
Dartmouth High School Theatre’s spring musical, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” (7:00pm)
Dartmouth High Theatre Company takes you into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. “Most everyone can remember the classic animated movie, Beauty and the Beast. We are so excited for you to see the Dartmouth High Theatre Company, (DHTC), bring to life the cursed residents of the enchanted castle. From the beautiful costumes to the very detailed sets, we know you will enjoy every moment of our Disney family musical.” Dartmouth High School, 555 Bakerville Rd., Dartmouth.
3rd Annual Viva Portugal! 2018 (1:00-7:00pmpm)
The third annual Viva Portugal! festa harnesses the power of The Z and 13 local Portuguese-American organizations for an event that lauds the culture and heritage of so many in our community. Four downtown New Bedford blocks will be filled with the sights, sounds and flavors Portugal, including lectures on the contributions of Portuguese-Americans, readings, live music, cooking demos, folkloric dance and more. Don’t miss the free festa that’s fun for the whole family!
Paskamansett Concert Series at the Dartmouth Grange: “The Rosewood Trio” (7:00-9:00pmpm)
Christopher James Farias (guitar, vocals, harmonica), Tom Laureanno (percussion, vocals), and Alicia Ruggiero (fiddle, vocals). $15 general admission ($12 for children under 18, seniors 60 and over, and college students); $35 family admission. Bring along dinner or snacks and non-alcoholic beverages if you wish. Tickets available at the door starting at 6:30 pm. Dartmouth Grange 162, 1133 Fisher Rd., Dartmouth.
Cinco De Mayo Dance Party at PUB6T5 (9:00pm-1:00am)
Saturday Night. Cinco De Mayo. Taco and Margarita specials. $20 margarita pitchers & $1 taco specials. Top 40, Reggaeton & Dance. 21+ after 9pm. 2 DJs back to Back Playing all of your favorite hits. Arrrrrriba!!! 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.
“PoZeR” at the Bar (9:30pm-12:30am)
PoZeR returns to The Bar, we had a great time our first time and can’t wait to rock The Bar again! Let’s make this another special night of rockin’ to 80’s best hair metal hits. Let’s pack The Bar! The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.
Sunday, May 6th
Sunday Morning Family Walk in the Woods “Loving God’s Creation” (Mattapoisett) (10:00am-11:00am)
The Mattapoisett Congregational Church Sunday School and Mattapoisett Land Trust will lead a spiritual walk for children and their parents to explore emerging Spring beauty, the importance of salt marshes, local history and ways to be Stewards of the Earth. 
Edaville Family Theme Park Activities (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.
19th Annual Pet Fest and Walk for Animals (10:00am–3:00pm)
The Coalition for Animals of Greater New Bedford will be having its 19th Annual Pet Fest and Walk for Animals at Buttonwood Park (next to Lawler Library, 745 Rockdale Ave) in New Bedford from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm, rain or shine. It’s a fun-filled day for people and their companion animals to come and join us for a 2-mile walk around beautiful Buttonwood Park as well as see lots of entertainment! Animal lovers without dogs are also welcome!
Dartmouth High School Theatre’s spring musical, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” (1:00pm)
Dartmouth High Theatre Company takes you into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. “Most everyone can remember the classic animated movie, Beauty and the Beast. We are so excited for you to see the Dartmouth High Theatre Company, (DHTC), bring to life the cursed residents of the enchanted castle. From the beautiful costumes to the very detailed sets, we know you will enjoy every moment of our Disney family musical.” Dartmouth High School, 555 Bakerville Rd., Dartmouth.
Sunday Night Karaoke at PUB 6T5 (5:00pm-9:00pm)
Join us for Karaoke on Sunday nights from 5-9pm. Hosted by Mario Figueirido. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.
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