Live Music & Dancing
Morna Lounge and Grill, a family owned Cape Verdean & Portuguese Food restaurant, and live music venue, will present a showcase of live music from around the world, including traditional music of Cabo Verde, Fado music from Portugal and more.
Junta Mon: Together in Music
The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra (NBSO) and Cape Verdean Association (CVA) will be holding Junta Mon: Together in Music, a collaborative music festival on Saturday, June 11 from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the future site of Island Park, 1157 Acushnet Avenue in the North End of New Bedford.
This free musical event for the whole family will feature songs by Cape Verdean musicians, a second set by several NBSO musicians, and then culminate as the two groups play together.
The New Bedford Art Museum/ArtWorks! ArtMobile and Local Artist Devin “Nived” McLaughlin will be present helping make crafts using recycled materials and coloring pages. Face-painting and interactive musical activities for children will also take place.
Cape Verdean and other delicious food will be offered for sale by Chef Kevin’s Food Truck!
Wilks World-Wide Knit in Public Day
Grab your knitting supplies and join fellow knitters for a fun day at The Wilks Branch of the New Bedford Free Public Library. Don't know how to knit? No problem! Staff will be able to teach you the basics of knitting, and you will not leave empty-handed!
Festival Celebration of St. Anthony
Celebrate the feast of St. Anthony in the City’s North End, featuring tours of the iconic church, Portuguese, American and Spanish food!
The St. Anthony of Padua parish will host tours of its iconic Romanesque style church, and will have food, games, the legendary Portuguese malasadas (fried dough).
Festival Celebration of St. Anthony will take place on Saturday June 11 from 12pm to 6pm and on Sunday June 12 from 12pm to 3pm.
St. Anthony of Padua
St. Anthony of Padua was founded in 1895 to serve the needs of French Canadian Catholics who lived in the North End of New Bedford. The new parish was under the care of first pastor, Fr. Hormisdas Deslauriers (1861–1916), an energetic leader who would have great influence on the parishes future development. The first mass was celebrated on Oct 6th 1895 at ‘’North Union Hall’’ on Bullard Street. Shortly thereafter a two-story wood-frame church was dedicated on March 8, 1896.
The present Romanesque style church was begun in 1902 when the parish acquired plans from Canadian architect Joseph Venne of Montreal. The cornerstone for the new building was laid in June 1904 and work began on shortly thereafter. On September 20, 1904, several construction workers were seriously injured and one killed when a 50-foot wall collapsed at the construction site.
Meet Delilah, a Life-sized Inflatable North Atlantic Right Whale
The Wilks Branch of the New Bedford Free Public Library will host Delilah, the giant whale, and story time.
We know whales are big, but do you know HOW big? Step inside this inflatable whale and find out!
Delilah, designed by artists AND scientists, is a life-sized inflatable North Atlantic right whale, measuring 45 feet long. Her measurements are based off of a real whale who lived along the East Coast in the US and Canada. Delilah fits 20 adults or 30 kids at a time, so step inside and take a look at her giant lungs, skeleton, spine, and ribs…and hear her story!
Delilah and her family are part of the North Atlantic right whales - an endangered species with fewer than 360 individuals remaining.
Library Book Sale: Wilks Branch
Find some treasures or your next great read at the Wilks Branch of the New Bedford Free Public Library's Book Sale!
Birding Adventure at Brooklawn Park
Brooklawn Park, while being an urban park, is also home to lots of wildlife. Join a Mass Audubon naturalist on a walk through the park in search of birds. Whether you’ve never been on a bird walk before or consider yourself an expert birder, this is open to all levels and ages. Remember to wear your walking shoes and bring binoculars (we will have some to share as well). Meeting point is at the Wilks Library and the walk will end at the Ricketson Nature Center in Brooklawn Park. This program is hosted by the City of New Bedford | Parks Recreation & Beaches.
Fado, Music of Portugal
Morna Lounge and Grill, a family owned Cape Verdean & Portuguese Food restaurant, and live music venue, will present a showcase of live music from around the world, including traditional music of Cabo Verde, Fado music from Portugal and more.
Sleep Mode
Sleep Mode is a 3-piece alternative rock band from Providence who love to make a lot of noise, playing shows throughout Rhode Island and the Southcoast of Massachusetts.
Their sounds are a warped mix ranging from punk, alt rock, shoegaze, and pop. They straddle the lines of dissonance and melodic structures in their own brand of punk rock.
Myles Goulart
Myles Goulart is a New Bedford based singer songwriter who plays atmospheric, moody songs. His live performances transport the audience w/his individual lyricism and style. Myles is a multi instrumentalist, business owner and artist.
In this photo: Miles Goulart
Morna, Music of the Cape Verde Islands
Morna Lounge and Grill, a family owned Cape Verdean & Portuguese Food restaurant, and live music venue, will present a showcase of live music from around the world, including traditional music of Cabo Verde, Fado music from Portugal and more.
Twilight commUNITY Table in the Garden
In collaboration with The Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens, 20mi2 presents the “Twilight commUNITY Table in the Garden”. You are invited to bring your picnic or take-out and join us for a delightful evening seated for an ART-full communal dining experience seated with 500 guests, complete with live entertainment.
Free Wall PopUp & Dance Jam with 3rd EyE
Free Wall PopUp and dance jam with 3rd EyE Youth Empowerment.
Pottery & Poets
The Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens in collaboration with Poesia Pottery, will host Pottery & Poets. The group, which includes Marcella Haddad, Alex Terrell, and Erin Butler, are writing a garden based sci-fi story to share with audiences in the gardens from 6-7pm. Come earlier for the popup pottery and plants sale and stay later for the Twilight CommUNITY Table in the Gardens.
Music from West Africa: Yacouba Diabaté & Joh Camara
Yacouba Diabaté is a Master Kora player born in Burkina Faso, West Africa. His family, the Griot family, are well-known musicians and as a young adult, Yacouba studied the Kora in Mali with renown Kora master, Toumani Diabate. Yacouba has brought his music to France, Italy, Germany, Spain, and Belgium as well as the United States. Yacouba also makes and sells traditional African string and percussion instruments in addition to teaching instrumental music to both youth and adults.
Sidi Mohamed Camara, popularly known as “Joh,” was born in Bamako, Mali in West Africa. Surrounded by great artists and musicians as a child, Joh started traditional dance and drumming at the age of five. On his father’s side, he comes from the Camara ancestry that ruled in Mande Society. However, he mastered the art of music and dance from his mother, Fanta Kamissoko, a well-known Jali. Jalis, also known as Griots, are highly venerated in their traditional society as skilled oral historians who are not only singers, storytellers, and musicians, but also advisors and mediators.
Along with several other African percussionists, both artists will put on a showcase featuring West African music at the Morna Lounge and Grill on Friday, June 10th.
Wellness Retreat: Walking Medidation in the Gardens
The Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens will host Jeff Costa of Sangha New Bedford Yoga & Healing Arts Community who will lead a mindfulness walk through the gardens.
EforAll Pitch Contest
EforAll South Coast, in collaboration with the South Coast LBGTQ+ Network, will present a lively two-hour Pitch Contest that offers entrepreneurs an opportunity to pitch their business idea to a friendly audience and receive valuable feedback from experienced judges.
Pottery, Plants, Poets, Music Playing & More!
The Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens will host a special popup plant sale, and a clay pottery hand throwing demo by Michael Medeiros of Poesia Pottery - a perfect pairing! All the while, Lake Waves will play acoustic music in the gardens, for a the complete magical experience. Stay later for the Pottery & Poets program and the Twilight CommUNITY Table in the Gardens.
Anke Djé, Anke Bé, with Master Percussionist Sidy Maiga
Anke djé, anke bé translates to "everyone gather together in peace". The phrase is in the language of the Bambara people of Mali, West Africa. That is where Master Percussionist Sidy Maiga hails from and also the origins of his preferred percussion instrument, the djembe drum. The djembe (or jembe) is a rope-tuned skin-covered goblet drum played with bare hands. Sidy, with a few other professional percussionists, will bring thirty (30) of these drums to several sites for a participatory community experience during the 20mi2 destination weekend. Advance (free) registration is recommended for those who want to “reserve a drum”. If you have your own hand percussion, bring it!
Cycle 20mi2 in 02745 & 02746
Gather at (TO BE CONFIRMED) on your bicycle with helmets on for the Cycle 20mi2 group ride with the New Bedford Starchasers, a Division of SCUL. The loop will take you around the North End for a number of activities, with stops along the way (approx. 3 hrs). Advance registration is required to participate in this guided ride (free of charge).
Toe Jam Puppet Band
Kids, join the Toe Jam Puppet Band for family fun, music, and dance! Your parents are welcome, too.
Community Farm Tour and Plant Sale
Join Groundwork Southcoast for a tour of their Urban Farm and Community Garden at Riverside Park!
They will also be hosting a Plant Sale featuring a variety of tomato and veggie plants grown by their Green Team.
GWSC will also be giving away seed starting kits for free on both days.
Family Storytime and Craft
The Wilks Branch of the New Bedford Free Public Library, located at the edge of Brooklawn park, will be hosting storytime and a fun craft for children.
After story time and fun crafts, consider checking out the park, featuring playgrounds and lovely spots for a family picnic.
Community Gathering & Popup Food Market
PAACA will host a popup food market, community resources, Agile Health & Fitness, and other activities geared toward adults.
This is also the site of for the Cycle 20mi2 group ride kickoff in the North End. Gather here between 3-4 to get organized, take in some tunes and make some new friends from the community. The ride kicks off promptly at 4:00PM.
Guatemalan Community Showcase
The Community Economic Development Center (CEDC) is activating the pocket park at the corner of Philips Ave. and Acushnet Ave., to spotlight the cultural assets of New Bedford’s Guatemalan community, featuring vendors, artisans, preforming arts and music.
LBGTQ+ Resources & Activities for Families
South Coast LBGTQ+ Network, in collaboration with Le Place, will offer a range of activities and resources especially designed families with children and young adults. Activities range from news and information, to health and wellness, to live music, Ever After Storybook Characters (supported by 20mi2), and fun treats, including ice cream!
Cape Verdean Cultural Center Open House
The Cape Verdean Cultural Center will host an open house, with performances and activities presented by 20mi2 in their outdoor courtyard.
LBGTQ+ Resources & Activities for Senior Citizens
South Coast LBGTQ+ Network, in collaboration with Le Place, will offer a range of activities and resources especially designed for senior citizens in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. Activities range from news and information, to health and wellness, to live music, and fun treats.
Library Bookmobile
The Wilks Branch of the New Bedford Free Public Library invite you to “come on board the Bookmobile at the Wilks Library!”
Explore this unique library on wheels, and even take a selfie in the driver's seat!