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SUMMARY:Letter Writing Project
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/letter-writing-project/
LOCATION:Once Upon a Bookstore\, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl.\, Fall River\, Massachusetts\, 02721
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Events,Literary Events/Lectures,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/open-mic-night-2/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:The Belmont Club\, 34 Franklin Street\, Fall River
CATEGORIES:Community/Fundraisers,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T220000
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SUMMARY:Assembly of Dust
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 6\, 2026\n$43 Advance | $45 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm \nReid Genauer\, widely regarded as one of the most iconic and influential songwriters of his generation\, leads Assembly of Dust\, a band that embodies the spirit of American roots music. As a founding member of Strangefolk\, Genauer’s career spans over two decades\, with a distinctive voice and masterful storytelling that have drawn comparisons to legendary artists like Neil Young\, Willie Nelson\, and Paul Simon. Genauer’s songwriting is infused with poetic depth and emotional resonance\, earning him a reputation as a songwriter’s songwriter. His lyrics are both deeply personal and universally relatable\, making him a beloved figure in the music world. Assembly of Dust’s sound is rooted in the classic rock and folk traditions of the 1970s\, with influences from legendary acts like the Grateful Dead\, The Band\, Little Feat\, and Bob Dylan. They share a live energy with contemporary jambands like Phish\, Widespread Panic\, and Dave Matthews Band\, and their focus on songcraft draws comparisons to acclaimed Americana artists like Tyler Childers\, Sturgill Simpson\, Chris Stapleton\, and Jason Isbell. With their unique blend of rock\, folk\, and country\, Assembly of Dust is a great fit for fans of Wilco\, My Morning Jacket\, and The Avett Brothers.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/assembly-of-dust/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T225528Z
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SUMMARY:A Cryptids Storytime for Kids!
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what a Hodag is?  Have you ever crossed paths with a Pukwudgie? Ever come across a Yeti during a snowstorm?  If you’ve never heard of these strange creatures\, we invite you to join local author\, Ricardo Rebelo for a fun-filled look at these strange and mysterious cryptids from folklore! Ricardo will share 3 of his short picture books with young listeners including his latest title\, I saw a Hodag with My Dad\, followed by a cryptid craft.  For ages 4 and up.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/a-cryptids-storytime-for-kids/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Events,Literary Events/Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260725T002111Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Lebanese Mahrajan Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:St. Anthony of the Desert Maronite Catholic Church\, 300 North Eastern Ave.\, Fall River\, MA 02723 \nLebanese Food Festival features authentic Lebanese food and pastry\, music and dance\, basket raffles and so much more! All are invited to come and join us. Festivities will go on come rain or shine! Under the tents or in the open air! Free admission and free parking.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/8th-annual-lebanese-mahrajan-food-festival/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:St. Anthony of the Desert Church\, 300 North Eastern Ave\, Fall River\, MA\, 02723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events,Community/Fundraisers,Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T225617Z
CREATED:20260530T182234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T225617Z
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SUMMARY:Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:MONTHLY
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/board-game-night/
LOCATION:Once Upon a Bookstore\, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl.\, Fall River\, Massachusetts\, 02721
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Events,Recreation/Sports Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260623T164515Z
CREATED:20260623T164511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T164515Z
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SUMMARY:1776 the Musical
DESCRIPTION:It’s the summer of 1776\, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts\, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence. \n​The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons: proud\, frightened\, uncertain\, irritable\, charming\, often petty and ultimately noble figures\, determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/1776-the-musical/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:BMC Durfee High School\, 460 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events,Family Friendly Events,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
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SUMMARY:The James Hunter Six
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 7\, 2026\n$54 Advance | $56 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm \nThe James Hunter Six returns with their first album on Easy Eye Sound\, delivering another dose of timeless rhythm & soul. British singer\, songwriter and GRAMMY-nominated James Hunter has been a legendary fixture in the scene for over three decades with his gritty voice and sharp songwriting earning him acclaim around the world. This new record features a rare duet with longtime collaborator Van Morrison (‘Ain’t That A Trip’)\, marking a full-circle moment for the artist hailed by MOJO magazine as “The United Kingdom’s Greatest Soul Singer.” \nHunter and his six-piece band have toured the world for decades from tiny clubs to large festivals\, with Hunter also sharing the stage to support legends including Mavis Staples\, Aretha Franklin\, BB King\, Etta James\, Bonnie Raitt\, and Van Morrison. Whether belting out up-tempo R&B or crafting candle-lit ballads\, James Hunter is a must-see artist who effortlessly draws from the depths of his musical well\, leaving audiences captivated and craving more. \nSet for release January 16th\, ‘Off The Fence’ is a landmark album for James Hunter himself for a number of different reasons. In many ways it represents his past\, his present and his future. The new album is the perfect amalgam of everything that is great about James Hunter’s songwriting\, delivery and outlook. It also marks a fresh start. His first release on Dan Auerbach’s (The Black Keys) Easy Eye Sound label\, 2026 is going to be a big year for Hunter\, striking the world with music that matters. Get ready to ride with The James Hunter Six.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/the-james-hunter-six/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The James Hunter Six - Fall River
DESCRIPTION:Fall River music lovers\, get ready for The James Hunter Six at Narrows Center For The Arts—one of the city’s most-loved spots for a night out. The James Hunter Six – Fall River Fall River brings the kind of R&B/soul show locals talk about long after the last note. \nHunter’s sharp\, story-forward songwriting meets a tight band that hits like a classic revue: punchy horns\, groove-heavy rhythm\, and vocals that can turn a whisper into a shout without losing the feeling. Expect a set built for dancing and listening. \nThe James Hunter Six – Fall River Narrows Center For The Arts offers an intimate\, waterfront vibe with easy access around downtown and a room that lets every detail land. \nMake it your Friday\, Aug 7\, 2026—book your tickets and come be part of the sing-along.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/the-james-hunter-six-fall-river/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T181500
DTSTAMP:20260727T230918Z
CREATED:20260628T222250Z
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SUMMARY:Victorian Murder History Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Take a step back in time for a dining experience featuring Victorian-era table etiquette and a history lesson in true crime. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a full course meal like the Bordens while piecing together the clues of their infamous murders. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTICKETS
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/victorian-murder-history-dinner-2/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:The Lizzie Borden House\, 230 Second Street\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culinary Events,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260714T001654Z
CREATED:20260714T001654Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading & BYO Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Poetry on the beach! Join us for a poetic adventure. Getting there is half the fun! \n\n\n\n\nCome read a poem of your own creation OR a poem/excerpt of your favorite author (~5 minutes in length). \nBring your portable poetry & meet at the Westport Town Beach/Cherry & Webb parking lot. It is approximately a 1 mile walk each way along beautiful Horseneck Beach. \nDon’t have a Westport Beach Sticker? Email us to be picked up at 10:45am at Lee’s Market (park in back by the gazebo). \nDon’t forget a towel or blanket to relax on\, and a sun hat & sunscreen! \nAlternatively\, you may launch your paddleboard\, kayak\, or other small watercraft from a location of your choosing and meet us there! Shallow draft dinghies/motorboats can also be beached/anchored at the picnic site. The event is scheduled to begin with the outgoing tide & end with the incoming tide.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/poetry-reading-byo-picnic/
LOCATION:Horseneck Point
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T192202Z
CREATED:20260530T192154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T192202Z
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SUMMARY:Summer All Ages Book Club
DESCRIPTION:All events begin at 6:30 PM \n\n\n\nEach 90-minute session is led by a guest proctor who will guide us through lively discussions of each featured title. Your $10 registration includes your choice of coffee/tea beverage and a pastry/dessert. Books will be available for purchase at the hosting café in the weeks prior. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned bookworm or looking to get back into reading\, come sip\, chat\, and connect with us. \n\n\n\nRegister at www.gatheringgroundscafes.comJune 16thProctor: MaggieBook: The Last LetterAuthor: Rebecca Yarros \n\n\n\nJuly 15thProctor: KellyBook: Black & BlueAuthor: Anna Quindlen \n\n\n\nAugust 11thProctor: MaggieBook: Too LateAuthor: Colleen Hoover \n\n\n\nSeptember 23Proctor: KellyBook: This Book Made Me Think of YouAuthor: Libby Page
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/summer-all-ages-book-club/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Gathering Grounds Cafe\, Fall Rivr Carousel\, 5 Water St\, Fall River\, Massachusetts\, 02721
CATEGORIES:Literary Events/Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T004326Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Artists Share!
DESCRIPTION:Get feedback on your work and meet local creatives at this Monthly Artists Share! group\, facilitated by Midori Creativity.\n\n\n\nArtists Share! is a place to share your creative work\, get support and feedback\, and be part of a wonderful discussion. Hosted by Midori Creativity\, we’re all about cross-pollination welcoming painters\, jewelry makers\, fiber artists\, photographers\, musicians\, scultptors and more. Our exhibit\, Creative Catalysts\, celebrates the interplay and creative exploration that happens when artists of different genres work together. \nAnyone is welcome and we take turns sharing. Sometimes we are looking at a body of work and other times we are talking about creative identity. The group meets every month\, aiming to help each other progress and grow in our work by sharing and exploring together. It’s a chance to learn from people whose work may be different from your own but who have insights you could never imagine. We laugh\, share ideas\, and have fun! \nParticipants can also attend via Zoom. Learn more about the program at midoricreativity.com/artistsshare \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the New Bedford Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/monthly-artists-share/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Gallery X\, 169 William Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events,Workshops & Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Midori Creativity":MAILTO:info@midoricreativity.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T180000
DTSTAMP:20260131T211247Z
CREATED:20260131T211235Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Welcome all writers! Looking to build a community with creative\, like-minded people? Look no further! We’ll be getting together once a month on the second Wednesday of each month to provide support and feedback and share our love of the craft of writing. Bring your favorite pen!
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/writing-group/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T000144Z
CREATED:20260425T212327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T000144Z
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SUMMARY:YA Comics Club
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL teenage COMICS ENTHUSIASTS!!!! Do you like comics? Graphics novels? Manga? Webcomics? Some other combination of pictures and words?? Then the Young Adult Comics Club is the place for you! \n\n\n\nThe second Thursday of each month we meet to discuss all things comics – making\, thinking\, reading\, sharing\, etc. Share your favorite manga with peers! Show off the comic you’ve been making to other comic artists! Finally start that cool comic idea you’ve been meaning to draw! Learn what comics are all about!!! \n\n\n\nEach month we will have an optional comic prompt to make and share for the following meeting. Make us some words and pictures!! \n\n\n\nFor teens ages 13 – 18.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/ya-comics-club/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events,Family Friendly Events,Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T200000
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CREATED:20260530T182637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T225918Z
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SUMMARY:Ink Portal Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/ink-portal-writing-group/
LOCATION:Once Upon a Bookstore\, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl.\, Fall River\, Massachusetts\, 02721
CATEGORIES:Literary Events/Lectures,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T214007Z
CREATED:20260404T214007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T214007Z
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SUMMARY:Jontavious Willis
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 14\, 2024\n$30 Advance | $32 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm \nJontavious Willis is resolved in his mission: to reinvigorate today’s Blues with the spirit of the past. Inspired by a time when the Blues were plentiful and rhythm reigned supreme\, Jontavious leverages his unique sound—a synthesis of his Georgia heritage and reverence for traditional Blues—to get the world dancing again. A Grammy-nominated musician and songwriter\, Jontavious performs original\, toe-tapping tunes in the style of Delta\, Piedmont\, Texas\, and Gospel Blues. Dynamic vocals\, technical prowess\, and an abundance of Southern charm keep Jontavious sending jolts of vitality through the Blues community.\nJontavious was born and raised in rural Georgia\, an environment with deep cultural roots that provides the inspiration he has continuously drawn upon to create his unique sound. He spent much of his childhood singing Gospel music at the Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church with his grandfather\, which provided him his first setting to perform for an audience. An early phenom\, his passion for the Blues was sparked at age 14 when he came across a YouTube video of Muddy Waters playing “Hoochie Coochie Man.” He achieved widespread acclaim when living legend Taj Mahal invited Jontavious to accompany him onstage in 2015\, with Taj describing him as his “Wonderboy.” Jontavious was invited to open for Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ during their joint TajMo tour in 2018\, giving him an opportunity to present his work on a national stage. \nBlue Metamorphosis\, his acoustic debut album released in 2016\, garnered rave reviews in Living Blues and Blues & Rhythm and won the Blues Foundation’s International Blues Challenge 2018 Award for Best Self-Produced CD. His Grammy-nominated sophomore album\, Spectacular Class\, sees Jontavious survey an array of Blues styles with lively ensemble performances. \nHis upcoming album\, signed with Strolling Bones Records\, is a testament to his love for songwriting. With solo tracks as well as duo\, trio\, and full band works\, he articulates a totally original take on traditional Blues. \nJontavious features prominently in shows and festivals across the world\, sharing his unique blend of time-honored yet modern\, intellectual yet danceable Blues with all.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/jontavious-willis/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000
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SUMMARY:Stepz Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Stepz is back at Canned Heat Craft Beer! \n\n\n\nRegister now for our Summer Tournaments! \n\n\n\nTeams of 2 can sign up with just one member’s full name and phone number. The buy-in is $20 a team. 1 ticket = 2 players. \n\n\n\nJUNE 6 – Doors open at 11AM\, team check-in by 11:45AM\, tournament kicks off promptly at 12:00PM! \n\n\n\n-1st place: Buy-in Cash Pot\, so be sure to invite your friends to come play!-2nd place: Original STEPZ Merch and Canned Heat Gift Card \n\n\n\nEnjoy a full kitchen menu\, great music\, and a competitive showdown only at Canned Heat Craft Beer. This is your chance to play Stepz\, meet its creators\, and be part of the buzz behind this up and coming\, all-original\, patent-pending game that’s set to rock your world! \n\n\n\nSetz AVAILABLE on site at discounted price for tournament players. Ask Team member for details! Visit www.Stepzgame.com (http://www.stepzgame.com/) and select “game rulez” to make sure you are ready to play! Who will be the next Stepz Champ?
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/stepz-tournament/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Canned Heat Craft Beer Co.\, 52 Ferry Street\, Fall River\, MA\, 02724\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recreation/Sports Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T220000
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CREATED:20260404T213720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T213730Z
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SUMMARY:John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 15\, 2026\n$48 Advance | $50 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm \nThe legendary Rhode Island multi-platinum rock’n’roll group JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND began their career in 1973 and achieved mainstream success in the 1980s with the “Eddie & The Cruisers – Motion Picture Soundtrack”. The hit single “ON THE DARK SIDE” held the “#1” position on the Billboard Rock charts and the MTV video charts for five consecutive weeks. The album sold over 3 million copies and was certified triple Platinum by the RIAA. \n\nThe title track from the group’s 1985 follow-up album “TOUGH ALL OVER” became their second “#1” single on the Billboard Rock charts and the song “C-I-T-Y” reached the Billboard Top 20. John Cafferty’s solo track “HEARTS ON FIRE” was featured in Sylvester Stallone’s film “ROCKY IV” and he received his second double Platinum two million selling soundtrack award. Over the years John has placed 35 songs in major motion pictures. \nToday John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band continue to tour and bring their exciting live shows to fans around the world. In 2012 they were inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall Of Fame. 2022 marked the release of JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND’S GREATEST HITS on Iconoclassic Records. A comprehensive collection of all “original recordings” from their hit albums and movie soundtracks. In the Spring of 2025 in celebration of their 50+ years together JOHN CAFFERTY & THE BEAVER BROWN BAND released “SOUND OF WAVES” a long awaited and critcally acclaimed album of brand new songs. The pre-released single “DAY IN THE SUN” has received 5 star reviews and is climbing the national classic rock radio and streaming charts. And following in the band’s decades long movie soundtrack legacy it is featured in the 2024 Peter Farrelly film “Ricky Stanicky” starring Zac Efron and John Cena. In 2026 SONY MUSIC released a digital version of JCBBB’s GREATEST HITS available on all major streaming platforms.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/john-cafferty-and-the-beaver-brown-band/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T170000
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SUMMARY:Children's Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy reading? Starting this May\, the Fall River Public Library will be hosting a brand-new book club for children in grades 3-5! Come prepared to talk about a book you have read\, what you liked and what you disliked!
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/childrens-book-club/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly Events,Literary Events/Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T153000
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SUMMARY:Books & Tea Club
DESCRIPTION:Both returning and new members are invited to join us on the third Wednesday of each month for a different kind of book club–one with no required books to read! Instead\, everyone can share their own recommendations of a book they’re enjoyed recently as we meet for general book chat and afternoon tea. Light refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\nBring your favorite teacup (if you want) and a book or two to share! \n\n\n\nFor questions\, contact Betsy Washburn at 508-324-2700 ext. 3. 
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/books-tea-club/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T193000
DTSTAMP:20260727T230156Z
CREATED:20260530T165922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T230156Z
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SUMMARY:Writer’s Group Intensive Feedback Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Fall River Public Library Writer’s Group\, members have the opportunity to register for monthly feedback intensive sessions. Submit up to 30 pages for in-depth feedback from peers. You must attend at least three regular Writer’s Group meetings to be eligible for feedback intensives. To register\, call the library at 508-324-2700 ext. 2 or email Diana Faulkner at dfaulkner@sailsinc.org. 
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/writers-group-intensive-feedback-sessions/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Literary Events/Lectures,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T230227Z
CREATED:20260628T224023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T230227Z
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SUMMARY:Junk Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in and junk journal. Bring your own ephemera and share / swap with others. Let’s create something beautiful out of our too loved books.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/junk-journaling/
LOCATION:Once Upon a Bookstore\, 418 Quequechan St. 2nd Fl.\, Fall River\, Massachusetts\, 02721
CATEGORIES:Literary Events/Lectures,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200136Z
CREATED:20260425T200136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T200136Z
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SUMMARY:David Wax Museum & Lowland Hum present The Golden Hours
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 21\, 2026\n$31 Advance | $33 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm \nCatch the unveiling of The Golden Hours\, a new Charlottesville-based band formed by the members of acclaimed indie-folk acts Lowland Hum and David Wax Museum. These musicians have been touring and recording for over 20 years\, featured on CBS Saturday Morning and NPR’s Tiny Desk\, and lauded by The New York Times\, Washington Post\, TIME and Rolling Stone\, among others.  The Golden Hours’ debut record Terra Nova (to be released in 2026) includes “Day Wheel\,” an NPR Music Song of the Day.  The forthcoming album brings together the power of these four songwriters in an artifact that is simultaneously lush and distilled\, emotionally probing\, and conceptually expansive.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/david-wax-museum-lowland-hum-present-the-golden-hours/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T185050Z
CREATED:20260417T185050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T185050Z
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SUMMARY:Take Me to the River Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 22\, 2026\nTom Norton City Pier\nFREE\n4-9:30pm \nThe Narrows Center for the Arts and Mechanics Cooperative Bank proudly present Take Me to the River\, an evening of music\, food and fun at the Tom Norton City Pier on Davol Street in Fall River\, MA. A collective of food trucks will be on site\, along with delicious drinks available to purchase courtesy of Canned Heat and Party with Primo. This free concert features performances by Anders Osborne\, Fantastic Cat\, and Neal McCarthy. \nMake sure to bring your favorite lawn chair and/or blanket and don’t forget to bring a friend! The Narrows will be providing free trolley service from parking lots in and around the area. We also encourage boaters to tie up at the new docks on the Tom Norton Pier or enjoy the view from the Taunton River. \nA very special thank you to all Take Me To The River sponsors including Mechanics Cooperative Bank\, BayCoast Bank\, Aura Cannabis Co\, Fall River Cultural Council\, Bank5\, and Senator Michael Rodrigues. This FREE event cannot happen without their generous support.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/take-me-to-the-river-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events,Community/Fundraisers,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260714T001806Z
CREATED:20260714T001806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T001806Z
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SUMMARY:Next Step Writers
DESCRIPTION:Get revved up for a game changing writing workshop! During this two-hour interactive class\, you’ll learn how to level up and write the kind of one-of-a-kind\, unforgettable fiction that will not only garner requests\, but linger in the hearts and minds of readers\, long after the book has been closed. Whether you’re a seasoned novelist or just jumping into the query trenches\, this workshop is for you. You’ll walk away inspired\, ready to draft and revise the most engaging pages you’ve ever written. \n\n\n\n\nJenny Martin is the author of two novels published by Penguin-Random House. Jenny’s also an experienced library director\, speaker\, and presenter whose essays\, interviews\, and books have been featured on Writers’ Digest\, School Library Journal\, The Mary Sue\, and Bookriot. She is a recent transplant to the Southcoast area.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/next-step-writers/
LOCATION:Groundwork New Bedford\, 1213 Purchase Street\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture Events,Literary Events/Lectures,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260628T015720Z
CREATED:20260628T015714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T015720Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Evenings in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 8 – Ruggles Park: Southcoast Brass BandWednesday\, July 15 – Father Kelly Park: Louie LeemanWednesday\, July 22 – Griffin Park: Deja blueWednesday\, July 29 – Pulaski Park: 6L CaminoWednesday\, August 5 – Lafayette Park: Louie LeemanWednesday\, August 12 – North Park: Southcoast Brass BandWednesday\, August 19 – Kennedy Park: TBDWednesday August 26 – Maplewood Park: 6l Camino
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/summer-evenings-in-the-park/2026-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Community/Fundraisers,Family Friendly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T230434Z
CREATED:20251230T012036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T230434Z
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SUMMARY:Photography Group
DESCRIPTION:The Fall River Public Library invites all photography enthusiasts to join our new Photography Group. \n\n\n\nOn the last Wednesday of each month\, participants will share their work\, provide feedback\, and join in open discussion about the wonderful art of photography! A monthly\, optional theme will be picked at random to help inspire and prompt our members to make new and exciting work to share each session. Participants are asked to bring in a thumbdrive of their work\, with a selection of 5-10 photos\, if they intend to share with the group that month. \n\n\n\nWhile we gladly accept photographers at all stages of their journeys\, the Photography Group does not offer photography lessons. We do encourage our participants to ask questions about photography\, and to share tips and tricks they’ve learned with each other. \n\n\n\nThis program is intended for photographers ages 13 and up.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/photography-group/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Fall River Public Library\, 104 North Main St\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T145953Z
CREATED:20260528T145953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T145953Z
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SUMMARY:Rodney Crowell
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 29\, 2026\n$71 Advance | $73 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm\n\nOn his vibrant 20th studio album\, Airline Highway\, Rodney Crowell explores love\, memory\, and musical kinship with a new generation of roots artists. Produced with Tyler Bryant and recorded live at Dockside Studio in Louisiana\, the album captures a spontaneous spirit—blending Crowell’s storytelling prowess with contributions from Lukas Nelson\, Ashley McBryde\, Charlie Starr\, and Larkin Poe. Inspired by the swamp-pop sounds of his youth and recorded in the heart of Cajun country\, Airline Highway reflects on the past while celebrating the present. From the rollicking homage “The Twenty-One Song Salute” to the haunting closer “Somewhere Down the Road\,” Crowell delivers a wise\, joyful meditation on legacy and letting go.
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/rodney-crowell/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T220000
DTSTAMP:20260528T145849Z
CREATED:20260528T145849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T145849Z
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SUMMARY:Reverend Horton Heat
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 10\, 2024\n$50 Advance | $52 Day of Show\n[all-in pricing\, no additional fees]\nDoors 7pm | Show 8pm\nSpecial Guests: Messer Chups \nLoaded guns\, space heaters\, and big skies. Welcome to the lethal littered landscape of Jim Heath’s imagination. True to his high evan- gelical calling\, Jim is a Revelator\, both revealing & reinterpreting the country-blues-rock roots of American music. He’s a time-travelling space-cowboy on a endless inter- stellar musical tour\, and we are all the richer & “psychobillier” for getting to tag along. \nSeeing REVEREND HORTON HEAT live is a transformative ex- perience. Flames come off the gui- tars. Heat singes your skin. There’s nothing like the primal tribal rock & roll transfiguration of a Rever- end Horton Heat show. Jim be- comes a slicked-back 1950′s rock & roll shaman channeling Screamin’ Jay Hawkins through Buddy Holly\, while Jimbo incinerates the Stand- Up Bass. And then there are the “Heatettes”. Those foxy rockabilly chicks dressed in poodle-skirts and cowboy boots slamming the night away. It’s like being magically transported into a Teen Exploita- tion picture from the 1950′s that’s currently taking place in the future.\n\nListening to the REVEREND HORTON HEAT is tantamount to injecting pure musical nitrous into the hot-rod engine of your heart. The Reverend’s commandants are simple. \nROCK HARD\, DRIVE FAST\, AND LIVE TRUE. \nAnd no band on this\, or any other\, planet rocks harder\, drives faster\, or lives truer than the Reverend Horton Heat. These “itinerant preachers” actually practice what they preach. They live their lives by the Gospel of Rock & Roll. \nFrom the High-Octane Spaghetti-Western Wall of Sound in “Big Sky” — to the dark driving frenetic paranoia of “400 Bucks” – to the brain-melting Western Psychedelic Garage purity of “Psychobilly Freakout” — The Rev’s music is the perfect soundtrack to the Drive-In Movie of your life. \nJim Heath & Jimbo Wallace have chewed up more road than the Google Maps drivers. For twenty- five Psychobilly years\, they have blazed an indelible\, unforgettable\, and meteoric trail across the globe with their unique blend of musical virtuosity\, legendary showman- ship\, and mythic imagery. \nWith special guests Messer Chups. 
URL:https://www.vivafallriver.com/event/reverend-horton-heat/
LOCATION:Narrows Center for the Arts\, 16 Anawan St.\, Fall River\, MA
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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