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Grant Writing: Crafting Effective Narratives & Budgets

The Ignition Space 44 Troy Street, Fall River, MA, United States

Are you ready to take your grant applications to the next level? Join our 1.5-hour workshop designed to help you craft compelling narratives and realistic budgets tailored to your specific grant requirements. Workshop Highlights: Learn to align your budget and narrative with grant requirements Discover strategies for project development and making a budget Review successful applications and examples Hands-on practice with personalized feedback Come prepared with a draft paragraph about your project for a productive session. Additional coaching available upon request to help guide you in securing funding.  Thursday, September 5th 6:00PM - 7:30PM The Ignition Space, 44 Troy Street Unit 2, Fall River, MA  Register: thefracc.org/workshops

Sunny War

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

Thursday, September 5, 2024 $28 Advance | $30 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm “I feel like there are two sides of me,” says the Nashville-based singer-songwriter and guitar virtuoso known as Sunny War. “One of them is very self-destructive, and the other is trying to work with that other half to keep things balanced.” That’s the central conflict on her fourth album, the eclectic and innovative Anarchist Gospel, which documents a time when it looked like the self-destructive side might win out.

$28 – $30

Art and Jewelry Together Exhibition

Sharon Jussaume, one of the Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition’s (FRACC) Ignition Grant recipients, brings her vision to life! Discover the transformation of rocks into quality gems, along with the processes behind it. See jewelry pieces depicting the four seasons, each capturing the essence and beauty of nature. Be sure to check the exhibition from September 6th - September 28th in the Ignition Space at 44 Troy Street Unit 2, Fall River, MA. The Ignition Space will be open on Fridays from 4 pm - 8pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 12 pm - 5 pm. The Ignition Fund is supported by the TDI @my_tdi Creative Catalyst Grant Program, which is administered by Mass Development and funded by the Barr Foundation.

Board Breaking for Better Grades

Ultimate Defense Fall River 101 President Avenue, Fall River, MA, United States

Your child will learn the recipe for success in school during our fun board breaking workshop! Goal setting, focus, commitment are just a few things that will be covered during this exciting event! Spots Limited!!

Fall River Special Services/EMA Annual Hot Dog Fundraiser

Elk's Lodge 118 4500 North Main Street, Fall River

It is the event you all have been waiting for at an even better venue. Please come join us for our annual All you can eat Hot dogs and beer fundraiser. Tickets are a $15.00 donation. We will have a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and raffle items. Tickets always go quickly, so keep an eye on the event page for when they go up for sale. Can’t wait to see everyone there, as always it is a night to remember.

Maggie Rose: No One Gets Out Alive Tour

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

Friday, September 6, 2024 $30 Advance | $33 Day of Show VIP Experience Package - $80 Doors 7pm | Show 8pm Maggie Rose VIP Experience Package -Ticket to the Show -Soundcheck Experience with Maggie Rose (Performance + Q&A) -Photo Op with Maggie Rose -Exclusive Poster Autographed by Maggie Rose -Commemorative VIP Laminate -Onsite VIP Host Hailed for her "multi-genre talents" by Billboard and deemed a "star" by Rolling Stone, acclaimed singer-songwriter Maggie Rose has released her ambitious new album No One Gets Out Alive. Hearkening back to early '70s Laurel Canyon, the music deals in both dark and uplifting themes- disillusionment in relationships, ageism, female empowerment and living in the moment, among them, with Maggie's big, soulful voice taking centerstage.

$30 – $80

A Year in Bloom Family Event

SoCo Art Labs 145 Globe Street, Fall River

Join us to celebrate Peaceful Petals' one-year anniversary and the start of a new school year! This family-friendly event is designed to bring our community together for a morning filled with fun, creativity, and connection. Explore our welcoming space, participate in a variety of interactive activities, and connect with other families. “A Year in Bloom” offers a perfect blend of engaging experiences and practical resources to help prepare for the school year ahead. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! For tickets for this free event, please click HERE.

Grand Opening Viva Fall River Visitors Center & Shop

Viva Fall River Visitors Center and Shop 38 Granite Street, Fall River, MA, United States

 Join us for the Viva Fall River Visitors Center and Shop Grand Reopening Celebration!  We’re celebrating 3 incredible years in business and the big move to our brand-new location! Come down to Purchase Street on Saturday, September 7th, from 10 AM to 6 PM, for a day packed with fun, food, and community spirit. Here's what we have planned: 10AM - 2PM:  Visit from the BookmobileNoon - 12:30PM:  Storytime on the Trolley with David Mello, plus a fun activity!Noon - 1:00PM*:  Free BBQ from Dunny’s*2:00PM - 3PM*:  Free ice cream sundaes for kids 12 and under at Tequila Lime*3PM - 6PM:  Music by James Gagne of shipyard wreck at Tequila Lime *While supplies last! PLUS Bun Buds food cart with delicious dinner deals Sweet treats from Dorothy Cox Chocolates Kids' Activities to keep the little ones entertained Make sure you stop by and visit our neighbors after checking out the new space, and enjoy special offerings in celebration of Purchase St! More details and a full schedule will be posted soon, so stay tuned!Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a day of food and shopping that you won't want to miss. Let’s make this a celebration to remember!  Location: Viva Fall River Visitors Center and ShopAddress: 38 […]

Viva Fall River Visitors Center and Shop Grand Reopening

🎉 Join us for the Viva Fall River Visitors Center and Shop Grand Reopening Celebration! 🎉 We’re celebrating 3 incredible years in business and the big move to our brand-new location! Come down to Purchase Street on Saturday, September 7th, from 10 AM to 6 PM, for a day packed with fun, food, and community spirit. Here's what we have planned: AT THE VISITORS CENTER & SHOP: 📚 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Visit from the Fall River Public Library Bookmobile & Bookmark Making with Fall River Deaconess Home PLUS “Natural Magic” with The Trustees Mobile Adventures Van – giant bubbles, fairy house building, potion making & more🎁 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: City of Fall River info table & giveaways🚍 Noon - 12:30 PM: Storytime on the Trolley & activity with David Mello🍖 Noon - 1:00 PM: Free BBQ from Dunny’s BBQ (while supplies last)🎨 1:00 – 3:00 PM: Kids Crafts with Greater Fall River RE-Creation🥒 3:00 – 5:00 PM: Wagglebee Pickle Tasting (while supplies last)🌭 3:00 – 6:00 PM: Bun Buds Food Cart - $6 Dumpling packs, special hot dog menu🎤 4:30 – 5:00 PM: Live music with Abby Layne AT OUR NEIGHBORING PARTNERS: St. James Irish Pub, […]

Event Series “Taste of Portugal” Tour

“Taste of Portugal” Tour

Columbia Street Columbia Street, Fall River, MA, United States

If you’re looking for mouth-watering cuisine to tantalize your taste buds, you’ve come to the right place. Fall River offers an explosion of Portuguese foods from cooked chourico sausage links and grilled meats, to finely crafted pastries. The “Taste Of Portugal” tour takes you on an excursion to sample incredible Portuguese food and drinks, as we stroll the streets of the city that boasts the largest Portuguese population outside of Portugal. Join us for this special collaboration between New Bedford Food Tours and Viva Fall River to experience the authentic and exceptional qualities that make Fall River a must-stop South Coast destination. For more information and for tickets, please click HERE.

Jeffrey Foucault

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

Saturday, September 7, 2024 $33 Advance | $35 Day of Show Doors 7pm | Show 8pm In two decades on the road Jeffrey Foucault has become one of the most distinctive voices in American music, refining a sound instantly recognizable for its simplicity and emotional power. With a string of critically acclaimed studio albums – “Stark, literate songs that are as wide open as the landscape of his native Midwest” (The New Yorker), "Beat-up troubadour folk whittled to dolorous perfection” (Uncut), “Songwriting Brilliance,” (Irish Times) – he’s built a brick-and-mortar international touring career and a devoted following, one that includes luminaries like Van Dyke Parks, Greil Marcus, and Don Henley.

$33 – $35

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