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How do the words “warmer,” “mostly sunny,” and “plenty of sunshine” sound? Well, there’s no joke – these are the words that will describe this weekend’s forecasted weather. Outside of a bit of precipitation Friday, this weekend will be mostly sunny and dry with temperatures of nearly 60 degrees! The nights may be a bit cool, but we will not reach freezing temperatures – hopefully not until Winter comes again. Let’s get out, hit the road, and enjoy the many goings-on in the South Coast and beyond!
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Friday, April 10th
Rock and Roll Dance (Freetown) (5:00pm)
Dance the night away to your favorite Rock ‘N Roll hits spun by DJ Johnny Angel. Freetown VFW Post 6643, Freetown, MA. Phone: (508) 763-0576.
Meet the Author, Book Signing & Q&A (Acushnet) (6:00pm)
Did you enjoy the fascinating “The Angel of Hadley” by author Edward Lodi? Come meet the author in person, listen to a short talk and ask questions afterwards. Don’t forget to get your copy signed! Acushnet Council on Aging, 59 South Main Street, Acushnet. Phone: (508) 998-0270.
Painting with a Splash: Sassaquin Pond w/ Fritz (7:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evening’s featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.
Spring Fling Dance (Mattapoisett) (7:00pm-11:00pm)
Dance the night away with DJ “Music on Wheels,” enjoy appetizers, cash bar, door prizes and a silent auction! Sponsored by The Rochester Historical Society. No jeans please. Reservation Golf Club, 10 Reservation Road, Mattapoisett.
Saturday, April 11th
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.
Yard Sale and Family Day (Mattapoisett) (9:00am-1:00pm)
Rain or Shine. Refreshments-Raffles. Tables for Rent ($20 each). Ham and Bean Supper @ 5:30pm. Potato Salad-Cole Slaw- Mac & Cheese. Followed by Entertainment. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 children 7-12. Under 7, Free. Donations for yard sale can be dropped off at the hall April 10th between 11am-4pm. No heavy appliances, heavy furniture or clothing. Pick up of yard sale items is available. Phone: (508) 863-3496.
Vernal Pool Exploration at Parsons Reserve (Dartmouth) (10:00am-11:30am)
Join the Buzzards Bay Coalition and the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust (DNRT) for an exploration of a vernal pool at Parsons Reserve in Dartmouth. Coalition and DNRT staff will lead participants on a hike through the reserve to introduce the group to the property’s vernal pool and its interesting inhabitants. As a bonus, the hike will wind past the property’s daffodil field, where thousands of daffodils bloom each spring. Be prepared for moderate walking on uneven terrain, rain or shine. Parsons Reserve, Horseneck Road, Dartmouth. Phone: (508) 999-6363 ext. 219. Email: bayadventures@savebuzzardsbay.org.
UMass MFA Thesis Exhibition (3:00pm)
The opening reception of the 2015 MFA thesis exhibition culminates the two to three years of intensive research and preparation of UMass Dartmouth MFA degree candidates in the visual art. Thesis work from Artistry, Design, and Fine Arts at UMass Dartmouth on view from Apr 11 to May 17, 2015. Other events include The Creative Complex: A Ceramic Post-Bac Exhibition until April 15. UMass Dartmouth, College of Visual & Performing Arts, 715 Purchase St. New Bedford.
23rd Annual Penny Sale (5:00pm)
Continuous raffles throughout the evening and a MEGA raffle!There will be gift baskets, quality prizes, Craft table, Children’s table, and Gift Certificates. Come to an evening of fun and prizes to benefit Holy Family-Holy Name. Phone: (508) 992-3184. Holy Name of the Sacred Heart Center, 121 Mt. Pleasant Street, New Bedford.
FREE: ALL ages vocal lessons at “Belt It Out Like a Pro” (Westport) (1:00pm-3:00pm)
“There are so many misconceptions about belting! In this 2 hour master class taught by master teacher Marcelle Gauvin, we’re going to clear the air once and for all. You DON’T have to be born with it. Belting can be HEALTHY. Also, (get ready for this) your favorite singers aren’t always belting! What are they doing and how can you make that sound? Well, you’ll have to come to our class on April 11th to find out! Class is open to the public, but space is limited. To reserve a spot, call or email DBM. Please bring an instrumental track on CD or mp3 player in case you are chosen as a demo singer.” To reserve you space contact 774.319-5554 or doublebarwestport@gmail.com.
Ham & Bean Supper (Mattapoisett) (5:30pm)
Mattapoisett Knights of Columbus will be hosting a delicious ham and bean supper with plenty of great entertainment. Tickets $5 (children 7-12) and $10 (13 yrs-adult). For tickets call Jim. (508) 863-3496. 57 Fairhaven Rd. Mattapoisett.
Painting with a Splash: Date/Night/Singles/Friends, Colorful Sunset & Colorful Palm (7:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.
NBSO Mesmerizing Masterpieces (7:30pm)
Two masterpieces in one concert! The NBSO opens with Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9, a showcase for the composer’s musical genius. Then guest artist Marina Lomazov joins the NBSO for Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, one of the greatest piano concertos of all time. Marina performed Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concert No. 1 with the NBSO in 2010 and brought the house down. We know she’ll do it again with Rachmaninoff’s mighty second piano concerto. Yes, you will be mesmerized!
Sunday, April 12th
Penny Sale (Westport) (9:00am-12:00pm)
Hosted by St John the Baptist Women’s Guild. Coffee and donuts will be available from 9am to noon. Lunch will be served from 11:30. The lunch menu will consist of Kale Soup, Chowder, Chow Mein Sandwiches, Chourico and Pepper Sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Chicken Salad Sandwiches, and delicious homemade desserts. Tickets are $1 and are eligible for every prize. Special and Children’s table tickets and a fifty-fifty raffle will be available. FSt. John’s Parish Center, 945 Main Road,Westport. For more information, please call. Phone: (508) 636-4770
Vernal Pool Exploration (10:00am)
Explore a spring vernal pool at Parsons Reserve with the Buzzards Bay Coalition and the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust. The hike will wind past the daffodil field, where thousands of daffodils bloom each spring. Be prepared for moderate walking on uneven terrain, rain or shine. Meet in the parking lot at Russell’s Mills Landing on Horseneck Road. Registration is required. Contact Alicia Pimental for more information. pimental@savebuzzardsbay.org.
Sweeney Todd (2:00pm)
Presented by The Old Rochester Regional High School Drama Club. Performed in the Gilbert D. Bristol Auditorium. Tickets are available at The Pen & Pendulum in Mattapoisett, The Marion General Store in Marion, and Plumb Corner Market in Rochester. Also available at the door. Phone: (508) 951-5302. Ticket Prices: $12 – $15.
Community Drum Circle (Fairhaven) (7:00pm)
Our drum circle has no official leaders or group facilitators. What we do have are a wide array of drummers, skills and styles- from accomplished musicians to complete novices. Don’t worry, even if you think you’re rhythmically challenged. Once you begin you’ll find rhythms inside of you, you never knew you had. All you need to do is participate and the rhythms and energy of the drum circle will pull out of you exactly what you need to fully contribute to the group. We meet on the second Sunday of each month at the Unitarian Memorial Church, 102 Green St. Fairhaven. The doors are open by 7:00pm. Email: drumfish@charter.net.
Painting with a Splash: Cottage w/ Blaine (6:00pm)
Welcome to Painting with a Splash Where you are the artist! Painting with a Splash is the newest addition to Historic Whaling City Downtown New Bedford. Bringing you an experience of art as entertainment. Add a little wine (BYOB) that will surely tap into your creative side. With step by step instruction and a little music, you and your friends will create the evenings featured painting with a splash of your own uniqueness. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Just a desire to have fun.
Bela Fleck and Abigail Washburn at the “Z” (7:00pm)
A rare chance to see two of the world’s most highly regarded banjo players and fearless musical explorers, together. Each has won independent acclaim: Fleck, as the 14 Grammy-winning musical chameleon; Washburn, as the “daring, definite talent” (The Wall Street Journal) with the beguiling voice. But throughout the years, the husband and wife have always made music with each other, whether for their own pleasure, for family and friends, as part of the Sparrow Quartet or in very rare impromptu performances.
