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Walking club

Outdoors Offered by Branco events, 8-9 a.m. Saturdays. Region: Dartmouth. Phone: (508) 994-4972. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM. Dartmouth Mall, Dartmouth, MA.

Southcoast Blood Bank

Health Off the main lobby in St. Luke’s Hospital. Walk-ins accepted 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Donors should be in good health, at least 18 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, have not recently taken drugs or alcohol, and have doctor’s permission if over 70 years of age. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.southcoast.org/bloodbank/. Phone: (508) 961-5320. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM. 101 Page St. New Bedford, MA.

Saturday Information Session

Special Events Saturday Information Session - Please join us on Saturday, February 11 at 9:00 a.m. in the Tilden Arts Center for this special event! You will have an opportunity to meet with 4Cs staff and students who will assist you in learning more about what the College has to offer you. After Registration, you will attend the College Welcome and Overview which will provide you with information about our academic programs, student services, financial aid and admission procedures. Then, take a moment to meet with staff from our Financial Aid and Transfer Advising Offices to get your specific questions answered. To conclude the day, you will be taken on an official college tour by a student guide who will let you know just what it is like to be a member of the 4Cs community. Friends and family are welcome! Click here to register. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM. Cape Cod Community College 2240 Iyannough Rd West Barnstable, MA 02668.

Thrift Shop

Religious Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 136 Rivet St. New Bedford, MA.

Grace Episcopal Church thrift shop

Sales Open 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays. Offers a good selection of clothing for men, women and children. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Grace Episcopal Church, 133 School St. New Bedford, MA.

St. Martin’s Thrift Shop

Sales Open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 136 Rivet St. Rivet and County streets, New Bedford, MA.

Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit

Bits & Pieces Summary: Stop by the education center and see some of the state winners of the 2011 Junior Duck Stamp program. Region: New Bedford. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

Buzzards Bay Center

For Free The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Region: New Bedford. Directions: Find us at the corner of Hamilton and Front Street in historic downtown New Bedford. Phone: 508-999-6363. Email: mcmanus@savebuzzardsbay.org. Summary: The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 114 Front Street, New Bedford, MA At the corner of Hamilton and Front Street.

Children’s Art Classes

Exhibits & Galleries Region: Fall River. Ticket Phone: (508) 672-3153. Summary: Held at the Union United Methodist Church, Saturdays. Students will learn basic drawing, painting, and paper sculpture using a variety of media. $50 for each class, pre-paid registration, call Alan Iveson. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. 600 Highland Ave.

“Starry Starry Night”

For Kids Region: Westport. Summary: Westport Art Group Inc.'s Fun Saturday Workshops from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for kids 8 to 13 years old.For details, call (508) 636-2114 or visit www.westportartgroup. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. 1740 Main Road.

Geocaching Walk

Outdoors Summary: Hosted by Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust (DNRT). Geocaching is an outdoor treasure-hunt game which participants use GPS to hide and keep containers called “caches.” Please bring your own GPS. Event is weather dependant. For more information call the Land Manager’s cell phone at (508) 525-9266 or visit website. Walk taking place at Destruction Brook Woods. Region: Dartmouth. Venue website: http://www.dnrt.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Destruction Brook Woods, parking lot on Slade’s Corner Road.

Ascension Thrift Shop

Sales 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Use rear entrance off Purchase Street. Region: Fall River. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 160 Rock St. Fall River, MA.

Next to New Thrift Shop

Sales 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday-Saturday in the Fellowship Hall of the First Congregational Church. (508) 291-8081 or (508) 295-1630. Region: Wareham. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. First Congregational Church, Gibbs Avenue, Wareham, MA.

Pre-college Design Exploration - BAC Summer Academy 2012 Open House and Information Session

Boston Region: Boston. Artist/event website: http://www.the-bac.edu/education-programs/summer-academy. Phone: 617-585-0101. Email: summer@the-bac.edu. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Boston Architectural College 320 Newbury Street Boston, MA.

Tot Time

Kids' Activities Phone: 508-669-6421. Email: landrews@sailsinc.org. Venue website: http://www.dightonlibrary.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM. Dighton Public Library 395 Main Street Dighton, MA 02715.

Universal Thrift Shop

Religious Quality clothing for the entire family, as well as household items, books, music, lamps and small furniture. Clean donations can be brought to the church on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM. First Unitarian Church, 71 Eighth St. New Bedford, MA.

Soul Food Kitchen

Potluck Open 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Use Mill Street entrance. Features fried chicken, meatloaf, ribs, collard greens, candied yams, sweet potato pie, more. Take-out orders: (508) 999-3682. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM. United House of Prayer for All People, New Bedford, MA.

Winter Health with Aromatherapy and Polarity Therapy

Health Region: Dartmouth. Registration/reservations: Janice Gagnon-Warr, RN. Phone: 508-308-4356. Summary: Restore and enhance your holistic health and relaxation response with clinical aromatherapy and energy balancing sessions. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Dartmouth, Ma.

Digital Photography class

Exhibits & Galleries Region: New Bedford. Ticket Phone: (508) 673-7212. Venue website: http://www.greaterfallriverartassoc.org. Summary: Greater Fall River Art Association (GFRAA) 5-week Digital Photography class Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon beginning Feb. 11. For details and registration, email sheilaoliveira@comcast.net. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. 80 Belmont St.

New Bedford Symphony Orchestra (NBSO)

Concerts Region: New Bedford. Summary: Presents “Virtuoso Orchestra." For tickets and prices, visit www.nbsymphony.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. 684 Purchase St.

Teddy Bear Tea

Kids' Activities Registration/reservations: Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling the Dartmouth YMCA. Phone: 508-993-3361. Email: dheim@ymcasouthcoast.org. Directions: Rt 195, to Rt 18 south, right onto Union... Wamsutta Club is on corner of Union St and County St. Venue website: www.wamsuttaclub.net. Artist/event website: www.ymcasouthcoast.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Wamsutta Club in New Bedford 427 County Street New Bedford, MA.

Kids...Decorate a Cookie for your Special Valentine

For Kids Region: Swansea. Venue website: http://www.visitswanseamall.com. Phone: (508) 679-2543. Summary: Swansea Mall. Decorate a cookie with frosting and candies that will make you Valentine smile. Register at (508) 679-2543 or www.visitswanseamall.com. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. 262 Swansea Mall Drive.

Encore Boutique

Sales Usable clothing for the homeless, drop-off noon-4 p.m. Saturdays. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Encore Boutique, 216 Church St. New Bedford, MA.

Waldorf School of Cape Cod

Learning Region: Cotuit. Summary: Presents free parenting workshop as part of their Parent Child winter program. Feb. 11, “Basic Needs and Daily Rhythms: Sleeping and Eating.” Reservations are encouraged but not required. For more information or to register, call (508) 420-1005 or visit www.waldorfschoolofcapecod.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. 140 Old Oyster Road.

Penny Sale

Sales Summary: At the Dartmouth VFW 9059. Doors open at noon. Region: Dartmouth. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 144 Cross Road.

Chess Club

Wareham/Tri-Town Summary: Chess Club-- ages 5 & up. See Mrs. Burke to sign up. Region: Mattapoisett. Phone: (508) 758-4171. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Mattapoisett Library 7 Barstow St. Mattapoisett, MA 02739-2603.

Teddy Bear Tea

Kids' Activities Registration/reservations: Tickets must be purchased in advance. Phone: 508-993-3361. Email: dheim@ymcasouthcoast.org. Directions: Rt 195 to Rt 18 south, right onto Union St. Wamsutta Club is on the corner of Union St and County St, off-street parking available. Venue website: www.wamsuttaclub.net. Artist/event website: www.ymcasouthcoast.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Wamsutta Club in New Bedford 427 County Street New Bedford, MA.

The 6th Annual Boatbuilders' Show on Cape Cod

Outdoors & Recreation Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis 35 Scudder Avenue Hyannis, MA 02601.

Valentine’s Day Art Exhibit

Exhibits & Galleries Region: Fall River. Ticket Phone: (508) 673-7212. Artist/event website: http://www.greaterfallriverartassoc.org. Summary: Greater Fall River Art Association (GFRAA). Exhibit runs through March 17. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM – Saturday, March 17, 2012, 7:00 PM. 80 Belmont St.

Open mics

Concerts 4-8 p.m. second Saturdays at The Oxford Book Haven & Cafe, in the basement of Church of the Good Shepherd. Refreshments available. Open mic entertainers welcome; contact Lori at lori.hadfield2@comcast.net to sign up. Region: Fairhaven. Cost: Free. Artist/event website: http://www.goodshepherdfairhaven.com. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 357 Main St. Fairhaven, MA.

Meat, Seafood and More Raffle

Religious Dinner is at 5 p.m.; raffle at 7. Menu includes lasagna dinner with soup, salad and beverage for $8.50. Over 50 raffle winners. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 121 Mt. Pleasant St. New Bedford, MA.

Meat Seafood and More Raffle

Sales Summary: Holy Name of the Sacred Heart Parish. Dinner at 5 p.m. meat raffle at 7 p.m. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 121 Mt. Pleasant St.

Valentine Spaghetti Supper

Religious Menu includes spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, desert and beverages. Raffle table with great prizes. Region: New Bedford. Cost: Donation for adults is $8; children under 10 $5. Reservations: For reservations, call (508) 997-9086 or (508) 996-1498. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Pilgrim Church Home, corner Purchase and School streets, New Bedford, MA.

Annual Valentine Spaghetti supper

Potluck Summary: At Pilgrim UCC soup kitchen. $8 adults, $5 children 10 and under. For reservations, call (508) 997-9086 or (508) 996-1498. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Corner of Purchase and School Sts.

Service and the City Charity Ball

Boston Region: Somerville. Artist/event website: http://www.jlboston.org/SATC. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM. Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel 138 St. James St. Boston, MA 02116.

The Boston String Quartet at The Providence Biltmore Hotel

Concerts Region: Providence. Email: marketing@slyrox.com. Directions: http://www.providencebiltmore.com/. Venue website: http://www.providencebiltmore.com/. Artist/event website: http://www.Slyrox.com. Summary: The Boston String Quartet Invites You to Celebrate the 2nd Annual Valentine’s Day Ball with Beautiful Music, a Romantic Dinner, and Latin and Ballroom Dancing at the Providence Biltmore Hotel 11 Dorrance St. Providence R.I. on February 11, 2012. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM. The Providence Biltmore Hotel 11 Dorrance St Providence, RI 02903. For more info visit shop.slyrox.com.

Meat raffles

Sales 6:30 p.m. Saturdays. Kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. Region: Acushnet. Phone: (508) 998-1046. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM. Thomas E. Tuttle VFW, #7239, 28 Roosevelt St. Acushnet, MA.

Courage Meeting

Religious Courage is a welcoming support group for Catholics wounded by same-sex attraction, who gather to seek God’s wisdom, mercy and love. Join them in their search for truth that is in God alone. Region: New Bedford. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Call the Rev. Richard Wilson for location at (508) 992-9408.

4th Annual “HEART & SOULE” Valentine’s Dance,

Dance Region: Middleboro. Cost: Tickets are $20 and only 240 tickets will be sold. Email: info@soulehomestead.org. Ticket Phone: (508) 947-6744. Summary: Soule Homestead. Raffles and crafts for sale, ”Dale & The Duds,” will be providing hours of old time rock & roll for musical entertainment. Proceeds to benefit programs and workshops of Soule Homestead. For information or tickets, call or email. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. 46 Soule St.

Weekly dances at the Holy Ghost Club

Dance Live bands, door prizes, raffles. Region: Westport. Cost: $6. Phone: (508) 636-3661. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Holy Ghost Club, 171 Sodom Road, Westport, MA.

R-Rated Hypnotist, Joe DeVito

On Stage Region: Middleboro. Summary: The Alley Theatre. Rescheduled from Jan. 21 show. Tickets $15. Call (508) 946-1071 to purchase tickets. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Alley Theatre, 133 Center St.

Valentines Dance with Dale & The Duds

Bits & Pieces Summary: Soule Homestead will host their annual ‘Heart & Soule’ Valentine’s Dance on Saturday, Feb 11th 2012 from 7-11 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom of the Town Hall located at 10 Nickerson Ave in Middleboro. This the Soule Homestead Education Center's fourth annual fundraiser dance and “Dale & The Duds” will once again provide hours of old time rock and roll for your musical entertainment. There will be raffles, refreshments, and a cash bar. Seating is limited and only 240 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $20 per p… Region: Middleboro. Venue website: www.soulehomestead.org. Phone: 508-947-6744. Email: info@soulehomestead.org. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Middleborough Town Hall 10 Nickerson Avenue Middleboro, Ma.

Cabaret Night of Love Songs

Concerts Region: Marion. Ticket Phone: (508) 748-1266. Venue website: http://www.marionartcenter.org. Summary: Hosted by Marion Art Center. Music provided by the Occasion Sisters who will also perform Vocal Valentines for audience members for $15. Tickets $10 members, $12.50 general. For details, call or visit website. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Main and Pleasant Streets.

Providence Mandolin Orchestra

Concerts Region: Rehoboth. Ticket Phone: (508) 252-5718. Summary: Presented by Arts in the Village Concert Series. Tickets $15 general, $13 seniors, $6 children and students. For tickets, call. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Goff Memorial Hall, 124 Bay State Road.

Gary Farias

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 677-2180. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. LePage’s Seafood & Grill, 439 Martine St. Route 6, Fall River, MA.

Le Vent Du Nord

Concerts World Music/Crasharts. $25. Region: Boston. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Somerville Theater.

Chill Out & Chuckle Comedy Night

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Dartmouth. Registration/reservations: Please call 508-997-6536 to purchase and reserve ticket(s). Phone: 508-997-6536. Email: Patricia.Diegel@ja.org. Venue website: http://www.lafrancehospitality.com/rachels-lakeside/. Artist/event website: http://nickscomedystop.com/. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rachel's Lakeside 950 State Road Dartmouth, MA 02747. For more info visit southernmass.ja.org.

DJ

Nightlife / Clubs Plays old school music, Saturdays. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 994-8851. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 AM. New Cape Verdean Band Club, 185 Acushnet Ave. New Bedford, MA.

Washington Club

Nightlife / Clubs Open juke box and shuffleboard, Saturdays. Members and guests only. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 992-8511. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM. 90 David St. New Bedford, MA.

Poirier Post VFW

Nightlife / Clubs Entertainment, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturdays. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 995-3610. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 AM. 281 Appleton St. New Bedford, MA.

DJ George

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 324-6333. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 AM. Mickey Doyle’s sports pub, 390 Rhode Island Ave. Fall River, MA.

DJ Gray

Nightlife / Clubs Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 992-8119. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 PM – Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 AM. Miller’s Homeport, 24 Cove Road, Dartmouth, MA.

DJ Spindler

Nightlife / Clubs Saturday nights. Region: Fall River. Cost: No cover. Phone: (508) 677-9090. Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Fatso's Pub, 755 King Philip St. Fall River, MA.

60th Annual Center for Sports Medicine Ski Race

Outdoors & Recreation Artist/event website: www.riskirunners.com. Venue website: www.riskirunners.com. Phone: 401-465-5553. Email: tdarbe@cox.net. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Mt Wachusett Ski Area, Princton MA.

Greater New Bedford Track Club

Outdoors Sunday Striders, weekly training runs starting at 8 a.m. Sundays. All levels of ability welcome; non-members are encouraged to join group. Marathon training continues. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.gnbtc.org. Phone: (508) 994-7209. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 8:00 AM. Buttonwood Senior Center, 1 Oneida St. New Bedford, MA.

All-you-can-eat breakfast buffets

Potluck 8-11 a.m. Sundays. Region: Buzzards Bay. Cost: $6. Phone: (508) 759-9974. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Buzzards Bay Eagles, 29 Cohasset Ave. Buzzards Bay, MA.

Sunday Meditations

Religious Region: New Bedford. Registration/reservations: Drop ins welcome. Phone: (508) 979-8277. Email: info@meditationinmass.org. Directions: Located next to the Spice Lime(between Spring St. and Union St.). Venue website: www.meditationinmass.org. Artist/event website: http://www.meditationinmass.org/sunday-meditations. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM. Serlingpa Meditation Center 514 Pleasant Street New Bedford, MA 02740. For more info visit www.meditationinmass.org.

Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit

Bits & Pieces Summary: Stop by the education center and see some of the state winners of the 2011 Junior Duck Stamp program. Region: New Bedford. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

Buzzards Bay Center

For Free The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Region: New Bedford. Directions: Find us at the corner of Hamilton and Front Street in historic downtown New Bedford. Phone: 508-999-6363. Email: mcmanus@savebuzzardsbay.org. Summary: The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 114 Front Street, New Bedford, MA At the corner of Hamilton and Front Street.

Meditation for Kids

Kids' Activities Region: New Bedford. Registration/reservations: Drop-ins Welcome. Artist/event website: http://www.meditationinmass.org/gp-meditation-for-kids. Venue website: www.meditationinmass.org. Phone: 508 979 8277. Email: info@meditationinmass.org. Summary: Parents wish for their children to be happy. All good qualities, such as kindness, patience and generosity can be developed through listening to and practicing Buddha's teachings. Through meditation, teachings, story-telling, arts & crafts, and other fun activities, this special class is designed to help children develop inner happiness while sharing a meaningful and fun family experience. These classes are designed for children ages 5 to 12. An adult must accompany children. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Serlingpa Meditation Center 512 Pleasant Street New Bedford, MA 02740. For more info visit www.meditationinmass.org.

Meditation for Kids

Kids' Activities Registration/reservations: Drop ins welcome. Phone: (508) 979-8277. Email: info@meditationinmass.org. Venue website: www.meditationinmass.org. Artist/event website: http://www.meditationinmass.org/gp-meditation-for-kids. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Serlingpa Meditation Center 512 Pleasant Street New Bedford, MA. For more info visit www.meditationinmass.org.

Teen Challenge Men's Choir

Religious Region: Fall River. Phone: 508-672-5381. Directions: Across from the YMCA in Fall River. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. First Baptist Church 228 North Main Street Fall River, MA 02720.

Valentine Pocahontas Brunch

Potluck Summary: Redmen’s. $7 adults, $4 children 10 and under. Information: Redmen Hall, (508) 291-0882. Region: Wareham. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 754 Main St.

Children's Yoga at Way Cool Sunday School

Religious Tim Donahue of Yoga Kids, Inc. of New Bedford will do yoga with the children. The purpose is to not only instill healthy bodies but to build self-confidence and self-esteem. The First Unitarian Church in New Bedford is delighted to bring this healthy lifestyle into our community. For more information, contact Yasmin Flefleh-Vincent at (508) 994-9686 or flefleh@gmail.com. Region: New Bedford. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM. First Unitarian Church, 71 Eighth St. New Bedford, MA.

National Preach-in on Global Warming

Religious Grace will participate in Inter-Faith Power & Light’s Preach-In on Global Warming, joining over a thousand other congregations of all faiths across the country. The Rev. William Bradbury, the rector, will preach at both the 8 and 10 a.m. services on the biblical call to care for the creation over which God has given us dominion as stewards. Following the 10 a.m. service at 11:30, they will host a forum to discuss the sermon and how God’s children can respond with faith and action to what many believe to be the most serious crisis humanity had ever faced. The executive director of Massachusetts Inter-Faith Power & Light also will talk about how that organization can help congregations and individuals lower their carbon footprints through energy audits and other means. They invite and welcome people of all faiths in the New Bedford area to join them in learning more about the common ministry to the only home we have. If you’re coming to the service, please tell the greeters who you are and where you’re from. Fo… Region: New Bedford. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Grace Episcopal Church, 133 School St. New Bedford, MA.

Soul Food Kitchen

Potluck Open 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Use Mill Street entrance. Features fried chicken, meatloaf, ribs, collard greens, candied yams, sweet potato pie, more. Take-out orders: (508) 999-3682. Region: New Bedford. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM. United House of Prayer for All People, New Bedford, MA.

Valentine’s Day Brunch

Potluck Summary: Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum. Karin and Elaine Tammi will feature a sampling of recipes from their cookbook “Scallops: A New England Coastal Cookbook” which will be on sale at the brunch. Individual tickets are $50 and sponsorship tickets are $100 which includes autographed copy of the cookbook. Proceeds to benefit the student educational programming at the museum, offered to more than 2,000 students annually. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://rjdmuseum.org. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM. 369 County St.

Next to New Thrift Shop

Sales 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays in the Fellowship Hall of the First Congregational Church. (508) 291-8081 or (508) 295-1630. Region: Wareham. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM. First Congregational Church, Gibbs Avenue, Wareham, MA.

The RJD Valentine's Day Champagne Brunch

Bits & Pieces Summary: This year, in addition to our traditional sumptuous brunch menu, the Museum is pleased to add a special first course offering featuring a sampling of scallop recipes from Scallops: A New England Coastal Cookbook by Karin and Elaine Tammi. This mother-daughter author team will be at the brunch to talk about their cookbook, which artfully weaves together a collection of New England’s very best scallop recipes with interviews from Nantucket bay scallop fishermen, marine scientists, world-renowned chefs, shuck… Region: New Bedford. Registration/reservations: Please R.S.V.P at www.rjdmuseum.org or call 508-997-1401. Artist/event website: www.rjdmuseum.org. Phone: 508-997-1401. Email: info@rjdmuseum.org. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. The Rotch Jones Duff House and Garden Museum (RJD Museum).

Trap shooting

Outdoors Noon-3 p.m. Sundays, weather permitting. Breakfast available for members and their guests, 7-11 a.m. Region: Mattapoisett. Venue website: http://www.finfurandfeatherclub.org. Cost: $4 per round ($3 per round for members). Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Fin, Fur & Feather Club, 35 Crystal Spring Road, Mattapoisett, MA.

Running Brook Vineyard

Bits & Pieces Summary: Annual Valentine Party. Free music by Mid-Life Crisis Band. Dorthy Cox Chocolates will join us with sweets for sweetie, bring picnic lunch. Region: Dartmouth. Phone: (508) 985-1998. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 335 Old Fall River Road.

Sol y Canto

Concerts Region: Dennis. Venue website: http://www.ccmoa.org. Summary: Cape Cod Museum of Art presents Sol y Canto as part of their “Music & More” program. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. 60 Hope Lane.

Nimbaya!

Concerts World Music/Crasharts. $28, $22 Reserved seating, Sanders Theater. Region: Cambridge. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 45 Quincy St.

Soweto Gospel Choir

Concerts Region: Boston. Ticket Phone: (617) 482-6661. Venue website: http://www.celebrityseries.org. Summary: Presented by Celebrity Series of Boston. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave.

Soweto Gospel Choir

Concerts Celebrity Series of Boston. Region: Boston. Phone: (617) 482-6661. Venue website: http://www.celebrityseries.org. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave.

Cowboy Al’s Karaoke Show

Nightlife / Clubs For more information, contact Cowboy Al, (508) 676-9277 or (508) 993-0046. Region: Fall River. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. St. Michael’s Restaurant, 63 Webster St. Fall River.

The 6th Annual Boatbuilders' Show on Cape Cod

Outdoors & Recreation Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis 35 Scudder Avenue Hyannis, MA 02601.

Sunday Afternoon Jazz Live

Nightlife / Clubs At the Whaler Lounge. Region: New Bedford. Cost: $10 cover. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Days Inn, 500 Hathaway Road, New Bedford, MA.

Journey of Light and Spirit

Religious A time of centering and contemplation in the midst of the busy season. Region: Westport. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Westport Point United Methodist Church, 1912 Main Road, Westport, MA.

buffet style dinner and dance

Nightlife / Clubs With different entertainers every week. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.thesixthbristolclub.com. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Sixth Bristol Club/Pub 6th, 736 Ashley Blvd. New Bedford, MA.

Community Drum Circle

Concerts Rhythm celebration (not a performance), second Sundays. Newcomers welcome. Doors open at 7 p.m. Region: Fairhaven. Cost: $4. Phone: (508) 636-3871. Email: trdrelm@rcn.com. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM. Unitarian Memorial Church, 102 Green St. Fairhaven, MA.

The Folly of Love: Sacred & Secular Music of Lasso

Concerts Region: Providence. Ticket Phone: (401) 621-6123. Artist/event website: http://ArtTixRI.com. Summary: Presented by the Museum Concerts of Providence. Advanced tickets $23, $20 seniors, $8 students; at the door $25, $22 seniors, $8 student, $1 Children 12 and under. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Cathedral of St. John, 271 North Main St.

Yasmin Levy

Concerts Region: Boston. Summary: World Music/Crasharts. $28-$37, Berklee Performance Center. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. , 136 Massachusetts Ave.

Creole music

Nightlife / Clubs 7-11 p.m. Sundays, $3. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 858-5110. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Cape Verdean Vets Hall, 561 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA.

Drumfish Drumming Circle

Bits & Pieces Not a lesson, not a performance–a rhythm celebration! All are welcome. Handicap accessible. Region: Fairhaven. Artist/event website: http://drumfish.weebly.com. Phone: (508) 992-7081. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Unitarian Memorial Church, 102 Green St. Fairhaven, MA.

Drumfish Drumming Circle

Bits & Pieces Summary: Not a lesson, not a performance – a rhythm celebration! All are welcome. For more information, please contact Diane at the church (508) 992-7081 or visit our website: www.drumfish.weebly.com. Region: Fairhaven. Directions: 102 Green Street, Fairhaven, MA Handicap accessible. Registration/reservations: Diane @ 508-992-7081. Artist/event website: drumfish.weebly.com. Venue website: www.uufairhaven.org. Phone: 508-992-7081. Email: officeuufhvn@aol.com. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Unitarian Memorial Church 102 Green Street Fairhaven, MA 02719.

Woods Hole Folk Music Society

Concerts Region: Woods Hole. Cost: Tickets $15. Ticket Phone: (508) 540-0320. Summary: Presents Roberts & Cowan. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Community Hall, 68 Water St.

Open jam

Nightlife / Clubs 7:30 p.m. Sundays. Region: Fall River. Cost: No cover. Phone: (508) 672-8748. Venue website: http://www.waterstreetcafe.com. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:30 PM. Waterstreet Cafe, 36 Water St. Fall River, MA.

“The Rivalry"

On Stage Region: New Bedford. Cost: $30. Summary: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. Box office hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. (508) 994-2900. www.zeiterion.org. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 684 Purchase St.

Karaoke and Club DJ

Nightlife / Clubs 9 p.m. Sundays. Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 679-4115. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 PM. The Regatta, 392 Davol St. Battleship Cove, Fall River, MA.

Karaoke with JK Music

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 324-6333. Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 PM – Monday, February 13, 2012, 1:00 AM. Mickey Doyle’s sports pub, 390 Rhode Island Ave. Fall River, MA.

Freewill Payment chiropractic practice

Health Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.daverobinsondr.com. Phone: (508) 542-7335. Summary: No set fees. Pay-What-You-Can-Afford Chiropractic. Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 10 Hawthorn Terrace.

HealthFirst Family Care Center

Health Financial counseling available from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday to help uninsured residents of Greater Fall River complete MassHealth/Commonwealth Care applications. Paulette Couture, (508) 679-8111, Ext. 238. Region: Fall River. Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 102 County St. Fall River, MA.

Southcoast Blood Bank

Health Off the main lobby in St. Luke’s Hospital. Walk-ins accepted 8 a.m.4 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday. Donors should be in good health, at least 18 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, have not recently taken drugs or alcohol, and have doctor’s permission if over 70 years of age. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.southcoast.org/bloodbank/. Phone: (508) 961-5320. Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 101 Page St. New Bedford, MA.

Free Vascular Screenings

Health Region: Wareham. Summary: Southcoast Health System at Rosebrook. Call (800) 276-0103 to schedule an appointment. Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. 100 Rosebrook Way.

Infection Control for the Dental Healthcare Provider and Electrology

Certification Classes Region: Dartmouth. Registration/reservations: Call, e-mail or register on course pages of our website. Phone: 508-997-2500. Email: Info@MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Venue website: http://www.MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Summary: A infection control course exclusively offered by MSC specifically designed for those with a dental healthcare background as well as those working in a dental healthcare or hygiene related patient care setting. The IC-DHCP course is based on the most current CDC (Center for Disease Control) guidelines ... (variations for other healthcare fields are also available)http://www.MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com 508-997-2500 msc@dcshea.com. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Medical Survival Consultants 86 Faunce Corner Rd. Suite 430 North Dartmouth, Ma 02747-1260.

The Black Goose Shop

Sales Open 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Tuesday. Shop has recycled items and clothing. Donations of clean clothing and household items always welcome (no electrical items). Region: Dartmouth. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Dartmouth Senior Center, 628 Dartmouth St. Dartmouth, MA.

Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit

Bits & Pieces Summary: Stop by the education center and see some of the state winners of the 2011 Junior Duck Stamp program. Region: New Bedford. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

GED Test Registration

Learning Daytime registrations accepted, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday at the Division of Adult/Continuing Education & Summer School Office, Building 2, Room 226. GED candidates must register two weeks prior to testing. Registration process takes approximately 30 minutes. Candidates must bring a current Massachusetts photo ID in excellent condition; bank check or money order for $65 registration fee, made payable to City of New Bedford (no personal checks accepted); official high school withdrawl letter signed by the school principal or director of guidance if under 18; parental signature on the Massachusetts Department of Education Disclosure Form and Verification of Eligibility Form, if under 18; and any outstanding "no show" fees must be paid in full. (508) 997-4511, Ext. 2419. New Bedford. Region: New Bedford. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. 81 Hillman St. New Bedford, MA.

Buzzards Bay Center

For Free The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Region: New Bedford. Directions: Find us at the corner of Hamilton and Front Street in historic downtown New Bedford. Phone: 508-999-6363. Email: mcmanus@savebuzzardsbay.org. Summary: The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 114 Front Street, New Bedford, MA At the corner of Hamilton and Front Street.

Free VNA Health Assessments

Health Region: Fairhaven. Summary: Atria Assisted Living. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. 391 Alden Road.

Creative Kids Yoga

For Kids Region: Dartmouth. Cost: $10 per class, six week sessions. Phone: (508) 317-7200. Email: liski38@aol.com. Summary: Inspiring body awareness through yoga and creative movement. Come join the fun as we explore age appropriate yoga poses and creative movement concepts through games/songs, Yoga Dot play, storytelling, crafts and relaxation. Monday 9:30-10:30 a.m. for children 3-5 years old and Monday 4:30-5:30 p.m. for children Grades K-2. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Yoga 101, 106 State Road.

Mother Goose on the Loose

For Kids Region: Dartmouth. Summary: Southworth Library. Winter 2012 story programs. With puppets, music, rhymes and fun, parents/caregivers and children from birth-age 2, Tuesdays. No registration necessary. For more information, call (508) 999-0726, ext. 385. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 732 Dartmouth St.

Freetown Historical Society

Museums Open again after renovations Mondays year-round (weather permitting). Extensive genealogical library available; period rooms; antique cards; photo gallery; blacksmith shop; chapel; sawmill; antique tools; replica of Freetown schoolhouse. Free. Donations welcome. (508) 644-5310 or freetownmuseum@gmail.com. www.freetownhistory.webs.com. Region: Freetown. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 1 Slab Bridge Road, near Assonet Village.

Hetty’s Thrift Shoppe

Sales Offering clothing and household items. Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Proceeds benefit the New Bedford Child and Family Service. (508) 996-8572. (508) 990-8920. Region: New Bedford. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Hetty’s Thrift Shoppe, 1061 Pleasant St. New Bedford, MA.

Old Company Store Fundraiser

Bits & Pieces Summary: This is a great store to find any and all gifts for a friend, family, or loved one; especially for Valentine's Day! At this event refreshments will be offered and all that is needed is a small coupon that states you are there for Middleborough Youth and Government and the amount you spent. They are available to print at https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B44-ANWY_REKYjI4NmFkZTEtOTczNy00M2IwLWJhMTEtYWZmYjdiMjc0MmU0&hl=en_US or if you send an email to HBialic@verizon.net for a coupon. Region: Wareham. Registration/reservations: No registrations are needed, only a coupon! Phone: 5087281749. Email: HBialic@verizon.net. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 5 Elm Street Wareham, MA 02571-1513. For more info visit docs.google.com.

Exercise class

Health For seniors age 55 and older, 10:15-11:15 a.m. Mondays. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 991-6170. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM. Buttonwood Senior Center, 1 Oneida St. New Bedford, MA.

Toe Jam Puppet Band

Kids' Activities Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Venue website: www.bpzoo.org. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:30 AM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

Tot Time

Kids' Activities Phone: 508-669-6421. Email: landrews@sailsinc.org. Venue website: http://www.dightonlibrary.org. Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:30 AM. Dighton Public Library 395 Main Street Dighton, MA 02715.

Southcoast Health Van

Health Region: New Bedford. Summary: Health Screenings. Greater New Bedford Community Health Center. Monday, February 13, 2012, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM. 874 Purchase St.

Express workouts

Health Offered noon-12:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Registration required. Region: New Bedford. Cost: $25 for seven weeks, members free. Phone: (508) 997-0734. Monday, February 13, 2012, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM. New Bedford YMCA, 25 S. Water St. New Bedford, MA.

Toe Jam Puppet Band

Kids' Activities Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Monday, February 13, 2012, 12:30 PM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

Ballroom and line dancing

Dance 1-4 p.m. Mondays. Live music by Lionel Soares, Danny St. Amand and Joe Frascetti. Refreshments, door prizes. Region: Dartmouth. Monday, February 13, 2012, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Dartmouth Senior Center, 628 Dartmouth St. Dartmouth, MA.

Preschool storytime

For Kids Region: Dartmouth. Summary: Southworth Library. Winter 2012 story programs. Ages 3-5, Mondays at 2 p.m. and Thursdays at 10 a.m. No registration necessary. For more information, call (508) 999-0726, ext. 385. Monday, February 13, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. 732 Dartmouth St.

Kool Kids After School program

For Kids Includes homework time, computer activities and various sports and games, transportation from all Fairhaven schools, including on early release days. Region: Fairhaven. Venue website: http://www.fairhavenrecreation.com. Phone: (508) 993-9269. Monday, February 13, 2012, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Fairhaven Recreation Department, 227 Huttleston Ave. Fairhaven, MA.

Irish step dancing classes

Dance 4:15-5:45 p.m. Mondays, taught by Maureen Haley. Beginners welcome anytime. Region: Mattapoisett. Cost: Fee for drop-in classes is $9 per visit. Phone: (781) 447-3081. Monday, February 13, 2012, 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM. Center School, Barstow Street, Mattapoisett, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Rochester. Registration/reservations: Pre-Registration required. Phone: 508-759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Mattapoisett. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508-7597711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Yarmouth. Registration/reservations: Pre- registration required. Phone: 508-7597711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Middleboro. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508-759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 pm and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, Ma.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Onset. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Sandwich. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Marion. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508-759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Wareham. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508-759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: This 130 hour course prepares you to be a Pharmacy Tech. Classes are Monday/Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. and prepares you to pass the National Certification Exam. Upon completion you will be given a test to receive registration approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Plymouth. Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday for 130 hours Upon completion of this course you will be given registration through the State of Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. This program has been approved by Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy and prepares you to take the National Certification Exam. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road Bourne, MA.

Pharmacy Technician

Certification Classes Region: Bourne. Registration/reservations: Pre registration required. Phone: 508-759-7711, ext. 211. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Summary: Train to become a Pharmacy Technician. This program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy and upon its completion you will be given a test to receive registration through the State of Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy. It also prepares you to take the National Certification Exam. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

College Substance Abuse Education Group

Support 5:30-7 p.m. Mondays. Call (508) 999-1102 for an appointment for an assessment. Region: Dartmouth. Monday, February 13, 2012, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. AdCare North Dartmouth Outpatient Clinic, 88 Faunce Corner Road, Suite #260, Dartmouth, MA.

Be a Wedding Planner

Classes/Workshops Registration/reservations: Pre-registration required. Phone: 508 759-7711, ext. 258. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Upper Cape Tech, 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Polarity Yoga

Health Polarity Yoga meets Mondays (except 2nd Monday of the month when it is Laughter Yoga). Region: Fairhaven. Directions: I-195 to Route 240 Fairhaven Right onto Route 6 Left onto Washington Street Left onto Main Street. Artist/event website: www.bluelotusmoonholistic.abmp.com. Phone: 508-287-0864. Email: bluelotusmoonholistic@yahoo.com. Summary: Polarity Yoga aligns the subtle energy currents, bringing relief from emotional, mental and physical stress followed by an overall sense of well-being. Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM. Blue Lotus Moon Holistic 53 Main Street Fairhaven, Ma. 02719.

Country Line and Couples Dance Lessons

Dance Region: Fall River. Phone: 774-202-5543. Email: gtctdancers@comcast.net. Summary: Ongoing line and couples dance lessons featuring country, cha cha's, waltz, swing, mambo and more beginners-intermediate 6:30-8:00pm couples 8:00-9:00pm. Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Liberal Club 20 Star St. Fall River, MA.

Monthly Laughter Yoga Club

Health Blue Lotus Moon Holistic second Mondays starting Sept. 12. Region: Fairhaven. Venue website: http://www.bluelotusmoonholistic.abmp.com. Phone: (508) 287-0864. Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 53 Main St.

Overeaters Anonymous

Support Meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays. Jackie, (508) 997-2265. Region: New Bedford. Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. First Church of the Nazarene, 764 Hathaway Road, New Bedford, MA.

Line Dance Lessons at Roseland Ballroom

Dance Region: Taunton. Phone: 508-823-4811. Email: Lestyn@comcast.net. Venue website: http://www.homestead.com/Lestyn. Summary: Every Monday Evening, Lines with Lestyn, Beginner Line Dance Instruction 6:45 to 8:00; 8:00 to 8:15 Intermediate Lines. $6.00/pp Country Dancing. Monday, February 13, 2012, 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM. Hong Kong City Restaurant and Roseland Ballroom 174 Broadway, Route 138 Taunton, MA.

Independent film nights

For Free The in New Bedford will show films with thought-provoking themes, followed by discussions, 7 p.m. second Mondays in the Green Room of the Parish House. Free popcorn. Discussion will be led by Ben Lackie. Region: New Bedford. Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:00 PM. First Unitarian Church, Eighth Street, New Bedford, MA.

Sippican Chroal Society

Concerts Region: Mattapoisett. Cost: $35. Summary: Welcomes singers for its 2012 Spring Concert. Rehearsals 7:30 p.m. Mondays and members are welcome to join. For information, email osuch1@aol.com or visit www.sippicanchoral.org. Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Mattapoisett Church’s Reynaud Hall, 27 Church St.

Zumba Fitness Classes

Health Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 998-1218. Summary: The original “Fitness Party,” led by Beth Methia Mondays 8-9 p.m. and Wednesdays and Fridays 7-8 p.m. No registration or sign-up needed – just show up! Classes at the Cheryl McCormack Academy of Dance. Monday, February 13, 2012, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 731 Tarklin Hill Road.

Pool tournaments

Nightlife / Clubs In ‘The Skipper Lounge’. Region: Fairhaven. Phone: (508) 997-1281. Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:30 PM – Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 1:00 AM. Seaport Inn & Marina, 110 Middle St. Fairhaven, MA.

Freewill Payment chiropractic practice

Health Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.daverobinsondr.com. Phone: (508) 542-7335. Summary: No set fees. Pay-What-You-Can-Afford Chiropractic. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 10 Hawthorn Terrace.

HealthFirst Family Care Center

Health Financial counseling available from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday to help uninsured residents of Greater Fall River complete MassHealth/Commonwealth Care applications. Paulette Couture, (508) 679-8111, Ext. 238. Region: Fall River. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 102 County St. Fall River, MA.

Southcoast Blood Bank

Health Off the main lobby in St. Luke’s Hospital. Walk-ins accepted 8 a.m.4 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday. Donors should be in good health, at least 18 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, have not recently taken drugs or alcohol, and have doctor’s permission if over 70 years of age. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.southcoast.org/bloodbank/. Phone: (508) 961-5320. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 101 Page St. New Bedford, MA.

Grace Episcopal Church thrift shop

Sales Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Offers a good selection of clothing for men, women and children. Region: New Bedford. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Grace Episcopal Church, 133 School St. New Bedford, MA.

The Black Goose Shop

Sales Open 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Tuesday. Shop has recycled items and clothing. Donations of clean clothing and household items always welcome (no electrical items). Region: Dartmouth. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Dartmouth Senior Center, 628 Dartmouth St. Dartmouth, MA.

Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit

Bits & Pieces Summary: Stop by the education center and see some of the state winners of the 2011 Junior Duck Stamp program. Region: New Bedford. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

GED Test Registration

Learning Daytime registrations accepted, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday at the Division of Adult/Continuing Education & Summer School Office, Building 2, Room 226. GED candidates must register two weeks prior to testing. Registration process takes approximately 30 minutes. Candidates must bring a current Massachusetts photo ID in excellent condition; bank check or money order for $65 registration fee, made payable to City of New Bedford (no personal checks accepted); official high school withdrawl letter signed by the school principal or director of guidance if under 18; parental signature on the Massachusetts Department of Education Disclosure Form and Verification of Eligibility Form, if under 18; and any outstanding "no show" fees must be paid in full. (508) 997-4511, Ext. 2419. New Bedford. Region: New Bedford. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. 81 Hillman St. New Bedford, MA.

Buzzards Bay Center

For Free The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Region: New Bedford. Directions: Find us at the corner of Hamilton and Front Street in historic downtown New Bedford. Phone: 508-999-6363. Email: mcmanus@savebuzzardsbay.org. Summary: The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 114 Front Street, New Bedford, MA At the corner of Hamilton and Front Street.

Marion Senior Stretch and Exercise

Health Region: Marion. Phone: (508) 295-1567. Summary: 10-week session starts Feb. 7 and meets Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 9:30-10:30 a.m. $45 for each three day week. Join at anytime! For course information, contact Karen Corcoran. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. The First Congregational Church Fellowship, 144 Front St.

Hetty’s Thrift Shoppe

Sales Offering clothing and household items. Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Proceeds benefit the New Bedford Child and Family Service. (508) 996-8572. (508) 990-8920. Region: New Bedford. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Hetty’s Thrift Shoppe, 1061 Pleasant St. New Bedford, MA.

Barnes & Noble Jr.

For Kids 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Region: Dartmouth. Phone: (508) 997-0701. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 AM. Barnes and Noble, 392 State Road, Dartmouth, MA.

22nd Annual Winter Art Film Series

For Free Region: Dartmouth. Summary: Southworth Library Presents “The Dutch Masters.” Free and open to the public. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 732 Dartmouth St.

Cape Cod Christian Women's Connection February Luncheon

Religious You are cordially invited to an "Energizing Luncheon" Our special feature will be Kelly Venuti, Synergy representative. Kelly will speak about a company that offers high quality, scientifically proven natural products dedicated to sustainable good health and well being. Take out the winter chill with the music of Bob McNeill from Plymouth. Our inspirational speaker, Lovedy Alexander from Limerick, Maine will share a "Success Story" about self-doubt and anger. Directions may be obtained at the website indicated in this announcement. Reservations and questions may be made by either the contact indicated or through e-mail at ccwomensconnection@gmail.com Cape Cod Christian Women's Connection mission is to provide an atmosphere of fellowship among women. We are a non-profit, non-denominational organization affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries. Stonecroft's headquarters is based out of Kansas City, Missouri. Region: Bourne. Registration/reservations: Contact Cally. Phone: 508-563-6235. Email: dblackma@comcast.net. Directions: Directions may be found at http://www.trowbridgetavern.com. Venue website: http://www.trowbridgetavern.com. Artist/event website: http://www.trowbridgetavern.com. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Canal Club 100 Trowbridge Rd. Bourne, MA.

Valentine’s Day Brunch

Potluck Summary: Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Museum. Karin and Elaine Tammi will feature a sampling of recipes from their cookbook “Scallops: A New England Coastal Cookbook” which will be on sale at the brunch. Individual tickets are $50 and sponsorship tickets are $100 which includes autographed copy of the cookbook. Proceeds to benefit the student educational programming at the museum, offered to more than 2,000 students annually. Region: New Bedford. Artist/event website: http://rjdmuseum.org. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. 369 County St.

Faith Community Nursing and Health Ministry Program

Health Region: Fall River. Summary: Saint Anne’s Hospital invites nurses of all faiths to join the 2011-2012 “Foundations of Faith Community Nursing and Health Ministry” program. Formerly known as the “Parish Nurse Basic Preparation Education Program,” the course will be held September 20 through April 25, 2012 and will consists of 15 classes. 34 contact hours will be awardedat the completion of the entire program. For more information on eligibility and scholarship assistance, please call (508) 674-5600, ext.2064 or visit www.saitanne’shospi… Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. 795 Middle Street.

Ballroom dancing

Dance 12:30-4 p.m. Tuesdays. Door prizes, raffle, line dancing. Live music by the Nu-Sounds. Singles welcome. Region: Fall River. Cost: $6. Phone: (508) 994-7240. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Liberal Club, 20 Star St. Fall River, MA.

Valentine's Craft Day

For Free Region: Dighton. Registration/reservations: requested. Venue website: http://www.dightonlibrary.org. Phone: 508-669-6421. Email: landrews@sailsinc.org. Summary: Drop by and make a card for your valentine. There will be several styles to choose from. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM. Dighton Public Library 395 Main Street Dighton, MA 02715.

Free blood pressure and health counseling

Health Offered by Community Nurse and Hospice Care, 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays. Region: Fairhaven. Phone: (508) 992-6278. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Fairhaven Town Hall, 40 Centre St. Fairhaven, MA.

Kool Kids After School program

For Kids Includes homework time, computer activities and various sports and games, transportation from all Fairhaven schools, including on early release days. Region: Fairhaven. Venue website: http://www.fairhavenrecreation.com. Phone: (508) 993-9269. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Fairhaven Recreation Department, 227 Huttleston Ave. Fairhaven, MA.

Gymnastics at Gomes Elementary School

For Kids Region: New Bedford. Cost: $120, financial assistance available. Phone: (508) 961-3015. Summary: New Bedford Parks, Recreation and Beaches. Gymnastics at Gomes Elementary School gymnasium. Students will be taught the proper techniques used at the beginning levels and progress through the advanced levels. Taught in a fun, safe environment. For ages 6-14. Beginners 4-5:30 p.m. advanced 5:30-7 p.m. Space limited. To Register, (508) 961-3015. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 286 South Second St.

Oil Painting, Still Life & Portraiture classes

Exhibits & Galleries Region: Fall River. Ticket Phone: (508) 673-7212. Venue website: http://www.greaterfallriverartassoc.org. Summary: Greater Fall River Art Association (GFRAA). Tuesday and Wednesdays. First class free for age 55+, each lesson $25 and pay only when you attend. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 80 Belmont St.

“From The Page to the Stage”

On Stage Region: Dennis. Venue website: http://www.ccmoa.org. Phone: (508) 285-4477, ext. 7. Summary: Cape Cod Museum of Art presents six-week series of Classes entitled “From The Page to the Stage.” Next class, “Acting for Non-Actors: Scenes, Technique, and an Inside Look into Prossess,” with actor, choreographer, and director Eliza Ryan. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. 60 Hope Lane.

Knitters Circle

Bits & Pieces 6-8 p.m. alternate Tuesdays. Crochet and other handwork welcome. Region: Acushnet. Phone: (508) 998-0270. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Russell Memorial Library, 88 Main St. Acushnet, MA.

The Boston String Quartet 2nd Annual Valentine's Day Ball

Concerts Region: Cambridge. Email: marketing@slyrox.com. Directions: www.cambridgeperformingartscenter.com. Venue website: www.cambridgeperformingartscenter.com. Artist/event website: www.slyrox.com. Summary: The Boston String Quartet Invites You to Celebrate At the 2nd Annual Valentine's Day Ball with Beautiful Music, a Romantic Dinner, and Latin and Ballroom Dancing. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:30 PM. The Cambridge Performing Arts Center 535 Cambridge St Cambridge, MA 02141. For more info visit shop.slyrox.com.

Country Line and Couples Dance Lessons:

Dance Region: New Bedford. Phone: 774-202-5543. Email: gtctdancers@comcast.net. Summary: Line and couples dance lessons with JoAnn and Andy featuring country, cha cha, waltz, swing and more. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM. VFW Poirier Post 281 Appleton St. New Bedford, MA.

Line and Couples Dance Lessons

Dance Region: New Bedford. Phone: 774-202-5543. Email: gtctdancers@comcast.net. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM. 281 Appleton St. New Bedford, MA.

Scholastic Chess Club

For Kids For students ages 6 and up, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays in the library meeting room, call Joe Macdonald at (508) 295-0563. Region: Wareham. Venue website: http://www.warehamfreelibrary.org. Cost: No membership fees. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Wareham Free Library, 59 Marion Road, Wareham, MA.

Fall River Stamp Club

Bits & Pieces Summary: Monthly meeting second Tuesdays in the Conference Room of the Super Stop & Shop. Meeting is open to adult stamp collectors and will feature a stamp auction. Call Bob at (508) 674-0230. Bobkitchen2@msn.com. Region: Fall River. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Stop & Shop, Marianno Bishop blvd.

Greater New Bedford Choral Society

Concerts Recruits singers for the winter concerts in January. Rehearsals are at First Unitarian Church. Region: New Bedford. Cost: Dues $25, music $20. Ticket Phone: (508) 644-2419. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Union and Eighth streets.

Silver City Twirlers

Dance Weekly workshops, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Region: Taunton. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Oak Hill Mobile Park, Taunton, MA.

An Evening with Peter Frampton

Concerts Region: New Bedford. Cost: $49-$75. Ticket Phone: (508) 994-2900. Venue website: http://www.zeiterion.org. Summary: Zeiterion Performing Arts Center. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 684 Purchase St.

One Bad Ant

Nightlife / Clubs Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.thesixthbristolclub.com. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Sixth Bristol Club/Pub 6th, 736 Ashley Blvd. New Bedford, MA.

Cal Raye’s Dance Party

Dance $6 admission includes buffet and entertainment. Singles and couples welcome. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (401) 435-6565. Artist/event website 2: http://www.djcalrayes.com. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. 2416 G.A.R. Highway, Route 6, Swansea, MA.

Open Mic with Kyle Andree

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 324-6333. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:00 PM – Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 1:00 AM. Mickey Doyle’s sports pub, 390 Rhode Island Ave. Fall River, MA.

Cape Cod Christian Women’s Connection

Potluck Summary: February luncheon will take place at the Canal Club in Bourne. Kelly Venuti, Synergy representative, will give a talk. Lovedy Alexander will also share a “Success Story.” Music provided by Bob McNeil. $15 person. To make reservations, contact Cally. Region: Bourne. Phone: (508) 563-6235. Email: ccwomensconnection@gmail.com. Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 11:30 PM – Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 1:30 AM. 100 Trowbridge Road.

Freewill Payment chiropractic practice

Health Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.daverobinsondr.com. Phone: (508) 542-7335. Summary: No set fees. Pay-What-You-Can-Afford Chiropractic. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 10 Hawthorn Terrace.

HealthFirst Family Care Center

Health Financial counseling available from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday to help uninsured residents of Greater Fall River complete MassHealth/Commonwealth Care applications. Paulette Couture, (508) 679-8111, Ext. 238. Region: Fall River. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. 102 County St. Fall River, MA.

Southcoast Blood Bank

Health Off the main lobby in St. Luke’s Hospital. Walk-ins accepted until 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Donors should be in good health, at least 18 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, have not recently taken drugs or alcohol, and have doctor’s permission if over 70 years of age. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.southcoast.org/bloodbank/. Phone: (508) 961-5320. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM. 101 Page St. New Bedford, MA.

ServSafe Exam

Certification Classes Region: Dartmouth. Registration/reservations: Call, e-mail or register on course pages of our website. Phone: 508-997-2500. Email: Info@MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Venue website: http://www.MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Summary: Exam Portion of the ServSafe, food safety management course offered through the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF). Pre-registration required two weeks prior to the start of class. http://www.medicalsurvivalconsultants.com 508-997-2500 info@medicalsurvivalconsultants.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Medical Survival Consultants 86 Faunce Corner Rd. Suite 430 North Dartmouth, Ma 02747-1260.

Mothers of Preschoolers Ministry

Religious Church is sponsoring a new MOPS ministry in our area. A community Christian ministry to mothers of preschoolers, it is a “laid-back,” easygoing group of moms all in the same stage of parenting. Any are invited to come share challenges as well as triumphs with other moms who will understand you and never judge. MOPS coordinator is Megan Whitlow who can be contacted through the church for more information, or visit http://www.mops.org. Region: Dartmouth. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Dartmouth Bible Church, 52 Morton Ave. North Dartmouth, MA.

Line Dancing

Dance 9-11 a.m. Wednesdays at North End Senior Drop-in Center in Brooklawn Park. Region: New Bedford. Cost: Donations accepted. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 1997 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA.

Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit

Bits & Pieces Summary: Stop by the education center and see some of the state winners of the 2011 Junior Duck Stamp program. Region: New Bedford. Directions: Please visit www.bpzoo.org for directions. Artist/event website: www.bpzoo.org. Phone: 508-991-4556. Email: info@bpzoo.org. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Buttonwood Park Zoo 425 Hawthorn St. New Bedford, MA 02740.

Free blood pressure and health counseling

Health Offered by Community Nurse and Hospice Care, 9-10 a.m. Wednesdays. Region: Acushnet. Phone: (508) 992-6278. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Acushnet Council on Aging, South Main Street, Acushnet, MA.

GED Test Registration

Learning Daytime registrations accepted, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday at the Division of Adult/Continuing Education & Summer School Office, Building 2, Room 226. GED candidates must register two weeks prior to testing. Registration process takes approximately 30 minutes. Candidates must bring a current Massachusetts photo ID in excellent condition; bank check or money order for $65 registration fee, made payable to City of New Bedford (no personal checks accepted); official high school withdrawl letter signed by the school principal or director of guidance if under 18; parental signature on the Massachusetts Department of Education Disclosure Form and Verification of Eligibility Form, if under 18; and any outstanding "no show" fees must be paid in full. (508) 997-4511, Ext. 2419. New Bedford. Region: New Bedford. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. 81 Hillman St. New Bedford, MA.

Buzzards Bay Center

For Free The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Region: New Bedford. Directions: Find us at the corner of Hamilton and Front Street in historic downtown New Bedford. Phone: 508-999-6363. Email: mcmanus@savebuzzardsbay.org. Summary: The Buzzards Bay Center is free and open to the public weekdays from 9 - 5. Explore the Wheeler Learning Center with our 3D watershed map, fish tanks, and exhibits. Discover how you can help Save Buzzards Bay! Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. 114 Front Street, New Bedford, MA At the corner of Hamilton and Front Street.

Baby Songs

For Kids Region: Dartmouth. Summary: Southworth Library. Winter 2012 story programs. For babies up to age 3 on Wednesdays. No registration necessary. For more information, call (508) 999-0726, ext. 385. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 732 Dartmouth St.

Young Children’s Storytime

For Kids For ages 3-5, 10 a.m. Thursdays, includes a light snack and craft. Region: Dartmouth. Cost: All events are free. Phone: (508) 997-6700. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM. Baker Books, 69 State Road (Route 6), Dartmouth, MA.

Ascension Thrift Shop

Sales 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Use rear entrance off Purchase Street. Region: Fall River. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. 160 Rock St. Fall River, MA.

Hetty’s Thrift Shoppe

Sales Offering clothing and household items. Open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Proceeds benefit the New Bedford Child and Family Service. (508) 996-8572. (508) 990-8920. Region: New Bedford. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Hetty’s Thrift Shoppe, 1061 Pleasant St. New Bedford, MA.

Young Children's Story Hour

Kids' Activities EXISTING COASTIN story hour listing for Baker Books should be REMOVED IMMEDIATELY. Story hour will resume in September on WEDNESDAYS. Venue website: www.bakerbooks.net. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM. 69 State Road Dartmouth, Ma.

Universal Thrift Shop

Religious Quality clothing for the entire family, as well as household items, books, music, lamps and small furniture. Clean donations can be brought to the church on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Region: New Bedford. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM. First Unitarian Church, 71 Eighth St. New Bedford, MA.

Free blood pressure and health counseling

Health Offered by Community Nurse and Hospice Care, 10:30-11:30 a.m. first/third Wednesdays. Region: Fairhaven. Phone: (508) 992-6278. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Fairhaven Council on Aging, Fairhaven, MA.

Food Allergy

Certification Classes Region: Dartmouth. Registration/reservations: Call, e-mail or register on course pages of our website. Phone: 508-997-2500. Email: Info@MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Venue website: http://www.MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Summary: Certification for restaurant managers and employee awareness on how to safely handle food preparation for the general public with allergies. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Medical Survival Consultants 86 Faunce Corner Rd. Suite 430 North Dartmouth, Ma 02747-1260.

Free VNA Health Assessments

Health Region: New Bedford. Summary: Hazelwood Senior Center. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. 553 Brock Ave.

Anaphylaxis Shock ( EPI Pen)

Certification Classes Summary: Course on how to respond if someone has an allergic reaction. The proper use of an epi pen. Region: New Bedford. Phone: 508-997-2500. Registration/reservations: Call, E-mail or Register on course pages of our website. Email: Info@MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Venue website: http://www.MedicalSurvivalConsultants.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM. Medical Survival Consultants 86 Faunce Corner Rd. Suite 430 North Dartmouth , Ma 02747-1260.

Finding Our Voices: Civil Liberties in Our Backyards

Religious Speakers include Brad Costa on “Free Speech and the UMD”; Francisco Ramos of the United Interfaith Action of Southeastern Mass. on “The New Bedford ICE Immigration Raids and Rights”; and Immigration Law Attorney Michael Frates on “New Directions in Law/Enforcement and Individual Rights.” Moderated by Dr. Phil Cox. For more information, call Center for Jewish Culture secretary Jayne Weingard at (508) 910-6296 or email jweingard@umassd.edu. Directions to the campus and map are at www.umassd.edu. Region: Dartmouth. Cost: Lecture is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. UMass Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Road, (LARTS 117), North Dartmouth, MA.

Express workouts

Health Offered noon-12:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Registration required. Region: New Bedford. Cost: $25 for seven weeks, members free. Phone: (508) 997-0734. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM. New Bedford YMCA, 25 S. Water St. New Bedford, MA.

Faith Community Nursing and Health Ministry Program

Health Region: Fall River. Summary: Saint Anne’s Hospital invites nurses of all faiths to join the 2011-2012 “Foundations of Faith Community Nursing and Health Ministry” program. Formerly known as the “Parish Nurse Basic Preparation Education Program,” the course will be held September 20 through April 25, 2012 and will consists of 15 classes. 34 contact hours will be awardedat the completion of the entire program. For more information on eligibility and scholarship assistance, please call (508) 674-5600, ext.2064 or visit www.saitanne’shospi… Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. 795 Middle Street.

Duplicate bridge

Bits & Pieces The Dartmouth Bridge Club meets for games, 12:30 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday. Partners available. Special games scheduled monthly. All levels welcome; lessons available at all levels. Handicapped accessible. Region: Dartmouth. Phone: (508) 993-7634. Email: jbradfordbridge@netscape.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 12:30 PM. Smith Mills Congregational Church, 11 Anderson Way, Dartmouth, MA.

Caregiver support group

Health Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 235-5312. Summary: Saint Anne’s Hospital: Wednesdays. To learn more, call Steward Home Care. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Saint Anne’s Hospital.

Afternoon Book Group

Books 2:30 p.m. third Wednesdays. Region: Dartmouth. Cost: All events are free. Phone: (508) 997-6700. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 2:30 PM. Baker Books, 69 State Road (Route 6), Dartmouth, MA.

Kool Kids After School program

For Kids Includes homework time, computer activities and various sports and games, transportation from all Fairhaven schools, including on early release days. Region: Fairhaven. Venue website: http://www.fairhavenrecreation.com. Phone: (508) 993-9269. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Fairhaven Recreation Department, 227 Huttleston Ave. Fairhaven, MA.

Resident Canada Goose Population Stabilization Training

Classes/Workshops Registration/reservations: Call 401-816-5667 or email info@easternriconservation.org. Phone: 401-816-5667. Email: info@easternriconservation.org. Artist/event website: www.easternriconservation.org. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. USDA - NRCS Conference Room 60 Quaker Lane Warwick, R.I. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Stroke Support Group

Health Veronica Robdau, (508) 961-5769. Autumn Glen of Dartmouth (formerly Heritage of Dartmouth). Region: Dartmouth. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. 239 Cross Road.

Stroke support group

Support 4-5:30 p.m. third Wednesdays. Region: Dartmouth. Phone: (508) 984-0200. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Heritage at Dartmouth, 239 Cross Road, Dartrmouth, MA.

Weekly suppers

Potluck 5:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Region: Buzzards Bay. Cost: $5. Phone: (508) 759-9974. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 5:45 PM. Buzzards Bay Eagles, 29 Cohasset Ave. Buzzards Bay, MA.

Adult Learner Information Sessions

Classes/Workshops Adult Learner Information Sessions Adult Learner Information Sessions are being held at Cape Cod Community College for adults who may be returning to college after an extended absence, starting college for the first time, changing careers, or looking to boost your skills in a particular field. Specialists will answer your questions and guide you through program options, registration procedures and let you know about the many services available for adult learners. Sessions are held at 6:00 p.m. in the South Building, Ground Floor, Room 8, on the following dates: February 15, March 21, April 19, May 17, June 14. For more information or to register call (508) 362-2131 x4318 or visit www.capecod.edu/adult-learner. Phone: 508-362-2131, x4318. Directions: Rt. 6 to exit 6 - 1/4 mile North on Iyannough Rd. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 PM. Cape Cod Community College 2240 Iyannough Rd. West Barnstable, MA 02668.

Adult Learner Information Sessions

Classes/Workshops Information Sessions are designed for adults who may be returning to college after an extended absence, or who may be starting college classes for the first time. Whether you are changing careers, looking to boost your skills in a particular field or just getting started on your college experience, our staff is here to assist you in a welcoming and supportive environment. Adult Learner Information Sessions will be held at 6:00 p.m. in the South Building, Ground Floor, Room 8, on the following dates: Wednesday, February 15 Wednesday, March 21 Thursday, April 19 Thursday, May 17 Thursday, June 14. Phone: 508-362-2131, x4318. Directions: Rt. 6 to exit 6 - 1/4 mile North on Iyannough Rd. Venue website: www.capecod.edu. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 PM. Cape Cod Community College 2240 Iyannough Rd West Barnstable, MA 02668.

How to Start a Profitable Gift Basket Business

Classes/Workshops Registration/reservations: Pre registration required. Phone: 508-759-2790. Email: pmcpartland@uppercapetech.org. Directions: Between the Gallo Ice Rink and the Bourne Rotary. Venue website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Artist/event website: www.uppercapetech.cc. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Upper Cape Tech 220 Sandwich Road, Bourne, MA.

Country Line Dance Classes

Dance Wednesdays: Beginners, 6-7:15 p.m.; beginners/intermediate, 7:15-9 p.m.; and open dancing, 9-10 p.m. All levels taught and all age groups welcome. Region: New Bedford. Cost: $5. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Moose Lodge 914, 119 Rockdale Ave. New Bedford, MA.

Walking club

Outdoors Offered by Branco events, 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays. Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 994-4972. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Fort Taber Park, New Bedford, MA.

Wind Walker Healing/Learning Center

Learning Reiki II class, April 15, $250, includes lunch; and mediumship development class with Ron O’Berry, 6:30-8:30 p.m. first/third Wednesdays, $15 per class. Register at least three days in advance for all classes. Region: New Bedford. Venue website: http://www.windwalkerhealing.com. Phone: (617) 767-6188. Email: linda@windwalkerhealing.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. 415 Wildwood Road, New Bedford, MA.

Chess Club

Wareham/Tri-Town Summary: Chess Club-- ages 5 & up. See Mrs. Burke to sign up. Also Saturday at 2:00PM to 2:45PM. Region: Mattapoisett. Phone: (508) 758-4171. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM. Mattapoisett Library 7 Barstow St. Mattapoisett, MA 02739-2603.

Blues Night

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Mattapoisett. Phone: (508) 758-4922. Venue website: http://www.kinsaleinn.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Kinsale Inn, 13 Water Street, Mattapoisett, MA.

Modern Square Dancing

Dance Introductory dance lesson, 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays year-round at the Acushnet Council on Aging Center, free first night. Information: Roger, (508) 763-5288, or Ron, (508) 998-1860. Region: Acushnet. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Acushnet Council on Aging, 59 1/2 S. Main Street, Acushnet, MA.

Knit Lit Circle meets

Books 7 p.m. third Wednesdays. Region: Dartmouth. Cost: All events are free. Phone: (508) 997-6700. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 PM. Baker Books, 69 State Road (Route 6), Dartmouth, MA.

Zumba Fitness Classes

Health Region: New Bedford. Phone: (508) 998-1218. Summary: The original “Fitness Party,” led by Beth Methia Mondays 8-9 p.m. and Wednesdays and Fridays 7-8 p.m. No registration or sign-up needed – just show up! Classes at the Cheryl McCormack Academy of Dance. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 731 Tarklin Hill Road.

Trivia Buff, a team-oriented trivia game

Nightlife / Clubs In ‘The Skipper Lounge’. Region: Fairhaven. Phone: (508) 997-1281. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. Seaport Inn & Marina, 110 Middle St. Fairhaven, MA.

Tai Chi and Qigong

Health Beginner class. Yang style (24-form, 37-form). Qigong (Baduanjin, Zhineng, Liangong). Instructor: Colman Fink Other details: http://goo.gl/A7uj. Region: Wareham. Artist/event website: http://www.facebook.com/taichiwithcolman. Phone: 508-322-1299. Email: cfink144@yahoo.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:20 PM – 9:05 PM. Wareham Multi-Service Center 54 Marion Road Wareham, MA 02571.

Mothers of Pre-Schoolers Ministry

Religious Church is sponsoring a new MOPS ministry in our area. MOPS is an national Christian ministry to mothers of pre-schoolers.” This is a “laid-back,” easy-going group of moms all in the same stage of parenting. Any are invited to come share challenges as well as triumphs with other moms who will understand you and never judge. MOPS Coordinator is Megan Whitlow who can be contact through the church for more information or visit http://www.mops.org/. Region: Dartmouth. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 12:00 AM. Dartmouth Bible Church, 52 Morton Ave. North Dartmouth, MA.

Watercolor Painting for Beginners

Exhibits & Galleries Region: Marion. Cost: $160 for members, $175 for non-members. Venue website: http://www.marionartcenter.org. Summary: Marion Art Center Wednesdays. To register, call (508) 748-1266. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM. 80 Pleasant St.

Dumb Derek Acoustic Show

Nightlife / Clubs Region: Fall River. Phone: (508) 324-6333. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 PM – Thursday, February 16, 2012, 1:00 AM. Mickey Doyle’s sports pub, 390 Rhode Island Ave. Fall River, MA.

Mr. Wednesday Night

Nightlife / Clubs 10 p.m. Wednesdays. Region: Fairhaven. Phone: (508) 996-8749. Venue website: http://www.bridgestreetstation.com. Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 PM. Bridge Street Station, 122 Main St. Fairhaven, MA.