Happy weekend, New Bedford! In today’s happening-today edition: Theater revival, Irish Music Festival, and Buzzards Bay Swim + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A downtown landmark renewed: New Bedford’s 102-year-old Zeiterion is getting a $37 million revival, restoring its historic splendor and adding modern amenities to reenergize downtown. See how the transformation reshapes the beloved theater -- see the theater revival.
Fee changes on the horizon: New Bedford’s City Clerk proposed increases for vital records, junk collectors, and DBA licenses. If approved, changes start July 1, 2026, as Dealer in Junk rises from $50 to $100 -- see the fee changes.
Weekend beach plans look good: New Bedford Health Department confirmed Thursday all city beaches are safe for swimming after June 16 tests. Enjoy East and West beaches this weekend, but heavy rain could change conditions -- read the full safety update.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Camp by the surf: If you need a quick reset this week with ocean white noise, steady breezes for your kite or board, and legit bird-watching along the Westport River estuary, Horseneck Beach State Reservation Campground puts you a short stroll from two miles of beach, marshy trails, and reliably spectacular sunsets.
Range rats rejoice: Whether you’re chasing a quick nine or just grooving the driver, Patriot Golf Course keeps it simple with a nine-hole layout, a 275-yard range with grass and mat tees, and a PGA pro offering lessons and clinics. Public is welcome, grab a friend and swing away this week.
Seafood mood booster: If your week needs a win, The Black Whale nails the local-catch thing with a legit raw bar, creative plates, and a great bar, all with a Pier 3 backdrop that reminds you why you live here.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏊 2026 Buzzards Bay Swim @ Cisco Kitchen + Bar | Saturday (6/20) at 7:00 AM – Once a year, New Bedford Harbor takes a breather while hundreds swim the 1.2-mile crossing to Fairhaven, past Butler Flats and through Hurricane Barrier, with safety boats babysitting bravado. Finish at Fort Phoenix to pancakes, coffee, live music, beer, and raising cash for clean water.
🌸 Embrace the Change: Navigating All Stages of Menopause @ The Studio (Mattapoisett) | Saturday (6/20) at 10:30 AM – Apparently nobody mails out a menopause manual, so Sara is hosting an interactive workshop for women that fills in the blanks. Learn how to feed your hormones, why your gut backs your estrogen story, and rituals for better sleep, less stress, and an action plan.
✍ Author Book Signing Event with Cady Lee @ 3GenLove: The Wandering Tale | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Think your shelves are full? Meet Cady Lee at the new 3GenLove: The Wandering Tale in Kilburn Mill, chat books, and snag a signed copy, because your to-be-read pile needed another challenger. It’s low-key, indoors, and smells like fresh pages, coffee, and good intentions.
🍀 Irish Music Festival - Day 1 @ Cisco Brewers New Bedford | Saturday (6/20) at 12:30 PM – Think you know your jigs from your reels? The Pourmen kick off day one of Cisco Brewers NB’s 4th Annual Irish Music Festival, with bands from New England and beyond, free entry, and all ages welcome. Expect foot-stomping tunes, singalongs, and pints tasting better outdoors.
🚶 Walking Tour: Whaling in New Bedford @ New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park Visitor Center | Sunday (6/21) at 2:30 PM – You’ve walked these cobblestones a hundred times, but this walking tour connects our whaling past to the global hustle that built New Bedford’s industry, commerce, and innovation. It’s history with sea legs, not sea shanties, and yes, routes can change faster than New England weather.
🌞 Sva Ha Kirtan: Summer Solstice @ Sva Ha Yoga & The Synergy of Sound Training Academy | Sunday (6/21) at 5:00 PM – Celebrate the solstice with community kirtan, a call and response mantra sing-along that’s more about heart than high notes. Begin with a grounding meditation, then let the music rise while you chant, sway, or simply sit, and let your stress politely see itself out.
🍿 Movie Mondays: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial @ Zeiterion Performing Arts Center | Sunday (6/21) at 7:00 PM – Movie Mondays screens E.T., the 1982 heart-tugger about a homesick alien, a kid named Elliott, and cul-de-sac heroics that still hold up. PG and two hours, it delivers pure nostalgia, bike-chase thrills, and enough Reese's Pieces references to ruin your diet. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — The New Bedford report Weather forecastToday — High: 84°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 84. West wind 13 to 16 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. West wind 3 to 12 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 83°F — Low: 62°F — Precip: 40%
A chance of rain showers between 9am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. West wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southwest wind 1 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis 9-year-young New Bedford home pairs modern comfort with everyday convenience near shops, restaurants, schools, and parks. Gleaming hardwood floors and an airy open layout set the tone, while the granite kitchen, oversized island, and ample cabinetry steal the show. Central air, spacious bedrooms, a fenced backyard, and oversized shed add extra appeal.
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