Join us for the library's annual Teddy Bear Picnic where we celebrate America's best-loved stuffed animal--the Teddy Bear! Kids will enjoy stories, a craft, and a visit from the Teddy Bear Doctors! Take part in a teddy bear parade and participate in our teddy bear beauty contest! Families are invited to bring a blanket and a picnic lunch or snacks. In case of rain, the event will take place on Friday, August 2 at 11 a.m. Sponsored by and The Friends of the Fall River Public Library CONTACT: David R. Mello  508-324-2700 ext. 4  dmello@sailsinc.org LOCATION: Main Library (104 North Main Street)
Tuesdays July 9 – August 20, 6-8pm Griffin Park, 4th St & Branch St, Fall River, MA The Trustees Mobile Adventures brings free nature play and exploration experiences to public parks and community events. Join us every Tuesday this summer for free drop-in activities at Griffin Park. Try activities from shelter-building & birding to games & crafts! https://thetrustees.org/program/trustees-mobile-adventurer/
The Lloyd Center's Estuary on Wheels will provide children with a unique, hands-on look at some of the amazing creatures that make the estuary their home.The Lloyd Center's knowledgable instructors will share many interesting, fun facts about sea snails, quahog clams, sea jellies, spider crabs, and other estuary inhabitants. Bring a blanket to spread on the lawn and enjoy this fun and educational presentation. In the event of rain, the program will be held in the Meeting Room. Sponsored by and The Friends of the Fall River Public Library CONTACT: David R. Mello  508-324-2700 ext. 4  dmello@sailsinc.org LOCATION: Main Library (104 North Main Street)
Bristol County Savings Bank, The City of Fall River & Narrows Center for the Arts presents SUMMER EVENINGS IN THE PARK! Live music, arts & crafts, food & fun every Wednesday throughout July and August. This event is FREE to attend, no ticket required! ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE July 10: Father Kelly Park - 6L Camino July 17: Pulaski Park - Southcoast Brass Band July 24: Kennedy Park –TBD July 31: Griffin Park – Louie Leeman August 7: Ruggles Park – Papermoon Jazz Band August 14: Maplewood Park – Louie Leeman August 21: Lafayette Park – Southcoast Brass Band August 28: North Park – 6L Camino
Celebrating summer all through August!
Meet an amazing array of these feathered marvels, including owls, hawks, falcons and more! Learn all about these fascinating birds of prey up close and personal! Presented by Julie Anne Collier of Wingmasters. For ages 6 and up. Sponsored by and The Friends of the Fall River Public Library CONTACT: David R. Mello  508-324-2700 ext. 4  dmello@sailsinc.org LOCATION: Main Library (104 North Main Street) -Meeting Room
New gallery show opening this weekend featuring work by Faith Mello, a resident artist at Greater Fall River Art Association! The reception party will be July 6 from 5-8pm and July 7 from 1-4pm. The show will be open on weekends starting July 6 and runs until July 28. Faith Mello (Resident Artist) Art Show Runs: July 6-28 Saturdays 5-8pm Sundays 1-4pm Reception Party July 6 | 5-8pm July 7 | 1-4pm The Greater Fall River Art Association 80 Belmont Street, Fall River MA 02720 https://greaterfallriverartassociation.org/ 508-673-7212