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A City Master Plan New Bedford 2020MAY 28, 2010NEW BEDFORD WHALING MUSEUM EXHIBIT OPENING“A HUNT FOR KNOWLEDGE”This exhibit contains artifacts and information ona wide variety of topics including satellite trackingequipment, a photograph of Fargo the whalescatsniffingdog, and fishing equipment used toreduce the likelihood of whale entanglement. 18Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740Wheelchair Access 508-997-0046whalingmuseum.orgGALLERY X: “THE LORE LOUNGE”Welcome to the “Soul Movement,” An alcohol-freelounge with live jazz and soul hosted by Phillip Aaron,Mwakim and The Bass Mint Bros. with featuredspoken-word artists, singers and open-mic. 169William Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 8:30pm $5Wheelchair Access 508-992-2675 galleryx.orgNEW BEDFORD WHALING MUSEUM “AFTER HOURS”Experience a unique blend of live music, sensationalcocktails, and captivating exhibitions in a fabulousmuseum setting. Enjoy music by the New BedfordSymphony Trio. 18 Johnny Cake Hill New Bedford,MA 02740 6-8pm Members $5 /Non-members $10.Wheelchair Access 508-997-0046 nbsymphony.orgwhalingmuseum.orgMAY 29 – 31, 2010BUTTONWOOD PARK ZOO “MILITARY SERVICEAPPRECIATION WEEKEND”All active duty, retired and reserve military personnel,who show proof of service, and their dependents willbe honored with free admission to the zoo.425 Hawthorn Street, New Bedford, MA 0274010am-5pm Free Wheelchair Access 508-991-6178bpzoo.orgMAY 31, 2010ANNUAL FISHERMEN’S MEMORIAL SERVICEAnnual walk from the Seamen’s Bethel on JohnnyCake Hill along Union Street to Pier 3 on the NewBedford waterfront for a service honoring the manyfishermen who have lost their lives going to sea fromthe time of whaling to today. Fisherman’sWharf/Pier3 10am Free Wheelchair AccessANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADEParade route: from New Bedford High School, easton Parker Street to the entrance of Clasky CommonPark on County Street. Parade steps off at 11:15amFree Wheelchair AccessJuneWeeklyBUTTONWOOD PARK ZOO425 Hawthorn Street, New Bedford, MA 02740Wheelchair Access 508-991-6178 bpzoo.orgJUNE 3, 10, 17, 24, 2010“TODDLER TALES”Enjoy a zooper fun story time at the zoo everyThursday! Toddler Tales includes a snack as well asa craft or activity. Recommended for ages 3-5 years.10:30am Free with Zoo admissionJUNE 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010“MONKEY BUSINESS”Join us for our open play Fridays. This is a great wayto wrap up the school week with a quick visit withthe animals and an afternoon of games, toys andpuzzles. We’ll provide the toys, you provide themonkeys! 1-4pm Zoo fee plus $5 per familyARTWORKS!384 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740508-984-1588 artworksforyou.orgAppendix C: City of New Bedford 2010 Events Calendar May–DecemberC-7