Viva Fall River

Leo Kottke

Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA

Friday, September 27, 2024 $53 Advance | $55 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke was born in Athens, Georgia, but left town after a year and a half. Raised in 12 different states, he absorbed a variety of musical influences as a child, flirting with both violin and trombone, before abandoning Stravinsky for the guitar at age 11. After adding a love for the country-blues of Mississippi John Hurt to the music of John Phillip Sousa and Preston Epps, Kottke joined the Navy underage, to be underwater, and eventually lost some hearing shooting at lightbulbs in the Atlantic while serving on the USS Halfbeak, a diesel submarine. Kottke has been awarded two Grammy nominations; a Doctorate in Music Performance by the Peck School of Music at the U of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; and a Certificate of Significant Achievement in Not Playing the Trombone from the U of Texas at Brownsville with Texas Southmost College.

$53 – $55

6th Annual Veterans Association of Bristol County Car Show

Bristol Community College 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River, MA, United States

Here we go again!!! Join us once again for our 6th Annual Car Show being held at BCC on Saturday September 28th!! Vendors, Music, Raffles and of course CARS, TRUCKS and MOTORCYCLES!!!

Mushroom Walk Through Copicut Woods

Copicut Woods Indian Town Rd., Fall River, United States

Calling all mushroom enthusiasts! Join us for a Mushroom Walk with mycologist Aaron Keaton. After a rainy summer season, wild mushrooms are thriving along the trails of Copicut Woods! This walk is ideal for beginners, but experienced foragers are also welcome! About Aaron: Aaron Keaton, a Keene State College graduate, developed a deep appreciation for the natural world, especially mushrooms, during his explorations in the Monadnock region of New Hampshire. He is an avid hiker, who can often be found on trails photographing each and every mushroom he comes across. Currently based out of his hometown of Plymouth, Massachusetts, Aaron works to document and conserve fungi, as well as teach others. He shares his experience and knowledge with the community through presentations, walks, and workshops across New England. His work emphasizes the intricate relationship between fungi and ecosystem health, while also exploring the profound impact fungi have on humanity, through topics such as food, medicine, and culture. Note: Our mushroom programs are led by knowledgeable guides and focus on the ecology of mushrooms and their vital role in the ecosystem. Please note, we will forage mushrooms for educational purposes only and not for consuming. Join us as we discover the […]

South End Art Festival

SoCo Art Labs 145 Globe Street, Fall River

This is an indoor event that will take place rain or shine! Join SoCo Art Labs for our second South End Art Festival! Featuring art by local artists to peruse, enjoy, and purchase. Children's ActivitiesArt DemosFace PaintingLive Musicand more! Admission to this event is free and there is free off street parking in the lot on King Street, entrance to SoCo Art Labs is also in this parking lot. Some vendor spots available, please don't get scammed - the ONLY contacts for this event are Jennifer or Nelson Rego through this Facebook page only or from jennifer@socoartlabs.com / nelson@socoartlabs.com

Anderson-Gram Live

Canned Heat Craft Beer Co. 52 Ferry Street, Fall River, MA, United States

This is our first time performing here and we can't wait!   

Mayor Paul Coogan & the Narrows Center present Liz Longley

Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St., Fall River, MA

Saturday September 28, 2024 $43 Advance | $45 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm A Benefit for the Children’s 40th Annual Holiday Parade. 100% of ticket sales will go to the Holiday Parade. Best known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice, Liz Longley is an accomplished singer-songwriter based out of Nashville, TN. With her deeply emotional music, Longley has earned accolades from some of the most prestigious songwriting competitions in the country, including the BMI John Lennon Songwriting Scholarship Competition. Her self-titled debut album received critical acclaim, being described as “something more; a cleverness, a wit and a mix of musical styles” (Dallas Morning News) and “stunning” (HuffPost). Her follow up album Weightless, released in 2016, was praised as “a thing of beauty” (Pop Dose) and “packed with instantly memorable pop rock songs…” (Popmatters). The Berklee College of Music grad worked alongside 5-time Grammy-nominated producer, Paul Moak, on her much awaited sixth album, Funeral For my Past. The journey of her self-release made music industry headlines when her devoted fanbase raised over $150,000 to help her purchase the rights to and independently release the album. Longley became the #4 most funded solo female musician in Kickstarter history – a story […]

$43 – $45

Full Tilt Band

Primo on Water Street 36 Water Street, Fall River, MA, United States

 Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024 Time: Doors open at 2 PM Live Band Music Set: 9 PM - 1 AM  After-Party: Keep dancing until 2 AM!  Location: Primo on Water Street  Address: 36 Water Street, Fall River, MA 02721  Dine & Dance: Join us for an unforgettable evening of delicious Italian cuisine and electrifying beats. Our cozy yet vibrant restaurant, nestled in the heart of Fall River, sets the perfect backdrop for a night of celebration. Please bring your friends and family to feast on our mouthwatering dishes, sip fine wines, and groove to Full Tilt's 90's inspired tunes.   Entry Details:•Doors open at 2 PM, so arrive early to secure your spot!•Full Tilt Band kicks off the party at 9 PM, playing the greatest hits from the 90's. 21+ after 9 PM.•Entry ends at 1 AM, but don’t worry—the party continues until 2 AM! 

The Art of Fencing

Lafayette-Durfee House 94 Cherry St, Fall River, MA, United States

Learn about the art of Fencing at the Lafyette-Durfee House. This will take place in the yard behind the house. Event supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Arts Council and the Fall River Cultural Council

Annual Fall River Police and Public Palooza!

Britland Park Wordell Street, Fall River, MA, United States

Come join us for our 4th annual Police and Public Palooza! The fun will include free food, giveaways, music, basketball tournament, police and fire vehicles display, face painting and more! Come also see the presentation of the 2024 Heroes of Peace awards to this year's recipients!!

Boys & Girls Club of Fall River Open House

Boys & Girls Club of Fall River 803 Bedford Street, Fall River, United States

Take a tour, register for Club membership, explore fall programs, and meet the staff!

Free

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