AHA! Night

The Buzzards Bay Coalition recently reprinted the 1969 environmental classic Life and Death of the Salt Marsh which motivated a generation of coastal citizens and lawmakers to advocate for arguably the most important ecosystem in our region. Join us for a panel discussion moderated by Coalition President Mark Rasmussen with scientists Neil Ganju, Rachel Jakuba and Susan Peterson Teal to discuss the book, John Teal’s life and work, and the future of salt marshes in our region.

Visit the New Bedford Main Library’s Youth Services from 3-6pm to decorate a spring ornament and learn about recycling in your city with the Greater New Bedford Regional Refuse Management District.

The Cape Verdean Association in New Bedford is excited to launch a coloring book highlighting our vibrant community. We will be sharing about the Island Park Bench Mural Project that inspired the coloring book.

We are all interconnected in a web of kindness from which it is impossible to separate ourselves.  We can always develop a peaceful and happy mind by contemplating everything that the planet and other living beings have given us.  Check out the beautiful space and shrine, try out a guided meditation on the interconnectedness of all beings (6-6:30) and enjoy some snacks. Everyone is welcome.

Join us for a special opening reception of guest artist Marie Antoinette, a native of New Bedford living in Maryland. This exhibit marks a homecoming for Marie, bringing her vibrant mixed media collage artwork back to her roots. Marie’s creative journey spans multiple fields, including fashion, photography, interior design, and painting, with her work reflecting a unique blend of cultural influences from her travels and upbringing. With a bold use of color and paper collaged patterns, Marie’s art challenges traditional norms, offering a visual experience that is both thought-provoking and joyful. Her work celebrates artistic freedom and the power of self-expression, inviting viewers to see the world through her bold lens.

A shopping MUST on your AHA! Stroll! This month be jeweled features Massachusetts based designer: Dune jewelry. Dune specializes in jewelry crafted with sands from around the world; in these pieces it is sand from our local beaches! 10% of the proceeds from the sale of this bracelet is donated to Mission Blue, a foundation whose mission is to inspire action for ocean exploration and the protection of marine life.

Opening reception for the Judith Klein Gallery group exhibit “Portraits”. Enjoy artists’ demonstrations of their work as well as a jazz performance by the Odie Teken Duo. Featuring work by: Adrio Tio, Alma Cummings, John Irwin, Pamela Hoss, Mary Hurwitz, Deborah Macy, Judith Klein, Rylan Brenner, Kathy Miraglia, Anthony Miraglia, Suzanne Volmer, and Sheila Oliveira. judithkleinartgallery.com

Now open until 7:00PM on AHA! Nights, fuel up and quench your thirst something from the one of a kind signature drink menu at BesTeas Bubble Tea Room! Offering many options made with fresh quality ingredients, enjoy a bubble tea, signature drink, coffee and espresso, treats, a kids menu, and now offering ice cream! Something yum for everyone!

Enjoy electric blues and rock from the Neal McCarthy Trio from 8:00 – 11:30pm at the Pour Farm. Be sure to grab a pint and a bite while you are there!

Stop by the Harbor Hotel on your stroll and enjoy some speakeasy jazz from the Buttonwood Brass Band, now on every AHA! Night from 6:00 – 8:00pm! While you are there be sure to grab 1/2 price apps (all night) and other AHA! Night specials from the kitchen. Vibey!