Networking and updates from the Fall River Arts & Culture (FRACC). Held every 2nd Monday of the month. Monday, August 12th, 5 PM - 6 PM. Open to all. This meeting will be held in person at the Vanson Leathers at 951 Broadway.
Arts and culture
Her Majesty: An Evening with Queen Elizabeth
Sheryl Faye presents: "Her Majesty." She was a true icon, inspiring people around the world with her strength, courage, resilience, and dedication to a life of service. For 70 years, she remained a constant presence as sovereign, shepherding the people of the UK...
Silent Movies! (Part 2)
Silent film historian and pianist Richard Hughes presents another silent film festival with live music accompaniment and fun facts about the early days of movies. More details to be announced soon! CONTACT: Kate Kulpa 508-324-2700, ext110 kkulpa@sailsinc.org...
Fall River: Phoenix Rising?
Fall River: Phoenix Rising? “A good place to be pleasantly surprised” by NELL PORTER BROWN - MAY-JUNE 2023 The “P” word has long haunted Fall River. “People come to the city, see the Braga Bridge and waterfront, the historic buildings, and say, ‘Hey, this place looks...
Is Fall River the ‘culinary capital of the SouthCoast’? You be the judge at Restaurant Week
By Ashley Schuler- The Herald News FALL RIVER — Take your taste buds on a tour. Fall River Restaurant Week is back, and it's time once again to sample all the deliciousness the city has to offer. From Caribbean to Lebanese to Southern barbecue to gluten-free fare,...
Who makes the best pastel de nata? Fall River or New Bedford? Here’s who won.
by Ashley Schuler, The Herald News When it comes to Portuguese desserts, competition in the SouthCoast is fierce. And pasteis de nata, traditional Portuguese custard cups, are at the top of the list for many local lovers of sweets. So when Fall River and New Bedford...
Ready for a food fight? Pastel de Nata Throwdown coming to New Bedford, Fall River
Ashley Schuler - The Herald News Chances are good that if you live in the SouthCoast, you've been introduced to the pastel de nata — or Portuguese custard tart — and all its creamy goodness. The dangerously delicious combo of caramelized custard wrapped in a flaky...
Viva Fall River hosts wreath-making workshop at Prosper Life Care center
Residents at Prosper Life Care center in Fall River worked on decorating wreaths, as part of a craft workshop hosted by Viva Fall River on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, at the assisted living facility on Columbia Street. The wreaths will be used to decorate South Main...
New murals at two Fall River schools aim to inspire students
FALL RIVER — Visitors to Talbot Middle School and Henry Lord Community School may notice some bright new additions to the school buildings — new murals that include art from students. "It sort of sends a message to the community," said Brian Raposo, principal at...
Lizzie Borden’s Maplecroft home has new owners
The halls of Maplecroft are echoing with children’s laughter for the first time in decades, since the Doherty family purchased the home in July. They have moved in and are using Maplecroft as their private residence.