By Matthew Ferreira Decision to do something about it For the older generations who grew up in New Bedford, many of whom are now grandparents, the downtown area holds volumes of good memories—memories of charming streets crowded with people talking, shopping, and simply enjoying the unique vibe of the city’s …

The Rotch Jones Duff House and Garden Museum will offer two programs especially tailored for children, but sure to engage the whole family at our AHA! Evening on Thursday, July 11th. From 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tim Donohue, director of Yoga for Kids, will introduce the basics of yoga with …

On Thursday, July 11, AHA! (Art, History, Architecture) night, you’ll have the chance to walk the streets of 19th century New Bedford, hear the Youth Ambassador Program AND the Toe Jam Puppet Band, all in one evening! From 6:00-8:00 PM, travel to the past as the 1850s ladies Ruth and …

Authors of Spinner Publications’ new book, A Picture History of New Bedford, Volume 1, will be on hand to sign books at the Spinner Publications office, 164 William Street on AHA Night, Thursday, July 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. During the evening, there will be a preview showing of …

Community Nurse & Hospice Care’s photo took top honors as the People’s Choice in the UMASS Dartmouth South Coast Urban Indicators Project photo competition which was held during the May AHA! Night in downtown New Bedford. The winning photo was snapped by Community Nurse & Hospice Care’s very own telemedicine …

Who doesn’t like food?!? Explore foods and recipes of the 1850s on Thursday, June 13, for AHA! (Art, History & Architecture) night, as Ruth and Abby, the national park’s 1850s ladies, chat about their favorite dishes and family recipes. This month’s theme is City Views. The event will take place …

It’s the second Thursday of the month and that means it’s AHA (Art, History & Architecture) time in downtown New Bedford starting at 5 p.m. this evening. There are dozens of events with most businesses downtown providing entertainment and extended shopping hours. With only 12 days left until Christmas, today …

What would a home look like in the 1850s? Ruth and Abby, the national park’s 1850s ladies, describe their homes and furnishings. Take a look at a few of their favorite treasures on AHA! night, Thursday, November 8, from 6:00-8:00 PM. This month’s AHA! theme is “Take A Seat! ” …

The theme for this Thursday’s AHA! (Art • History • Architecture for the newbies) is Naughty and Notorious. The weather is expected to be clear and in the mid-50s. There are TONS of events scheduled for today, but here are my recommended events/places to visit. The full AHA! event calendar …

“What!?” you are thinking. “How could you POSSIBLY make a promise to me like that, Stephan Rose??? I believe what Mark Twain said ‘The only two certainties in life are death and taxes’!” Well, although Mr. Twain said many wise things in his time, stop being such a Negative Nancy. …