Townsquare Sunday with Jim Phillips

Local theater is thriving in New Bedford as Your Theatre stages Dial M for Murder and outlines a collaborative, community-driven lineup for the rest of its 2026 season.

The Dartmouth Cultural Center is planning accessibility renovations while launching a full slate of exhibits, classes and programs throughout 2026 in its historic Elm Street building.

A new exhibit and film at the New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center will explore the Magnuson-Stevens Act and the fishermen’s strike that reshaped the local fishing industry.

Samaritans Southcoast is expanding its role in Massachusetts’ 988 program, adding statewide text and chat support for people facing mental health crises.

The Shepherd Center in Fairhaven launches its third year with expanded performances, education, volunteers, and new community-focused programming.

SouthCoast faith leaders warn artificial intelligence could increase unemployment, impact children’s health, and reshape society as AI expands into everyday life.

New Bedford’s 56-year Christmas Day tradition offers a free turkey dinner, uniting Jewish and Christian communities while serving seniors, families, and neighbors in need.

New Bedford native Ron Boucher reflects on opera, theater, and self-discovery in his new memoir, tracing his journey from church choirs to the Metropolitan Opera.

December at New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center features the Nanfelt family exhibit, holiday crafts, seafood scavenger hunts, and Dock-u-mentary films.

New Bedford’s AHA! Night: NB Festive Dec. 11 offers a downtown holiday bash with music, crafts, sauna, ugly-sweater fun & family events.