May 2, 3 & 4, 2025



Buzzing Metro South Events This Weekend

Bridgewater - Youth Fishing Derby - Sat, May 3, 7-11a, The Bridge Center, 470 Pine St. Nightcrawlers supplied while they last. Open to novice anglers age 14 and under. Free event, just bring fishing gear. Light refreshments provided. No registration required. Food Drive & Electronics drop off happening here as well from 9a-12p. Details in link above.

Bridgewater - Baked Potatoes and Bingo, Sat May 3, 5 -7 p, Central Square Congregational Church, 71 Central Square. Baked Potato Bar & Bingo! A night of Yumminess and Fun.

$10 - over 17 - for one potato, two potato, three potato, four, $5 - 17 and under - for one potato, two potato, three potato, four. Create your perfectly topped baked potato and enjoy some fun and silliness playing Bingo and Hot Potato. We will supply the baked potatoes, and an enormous amount of topping selections. The sky's the limit. May your juices flow with artistry and creativity.

If you don't want a potato, you can join us for some fun and games at no charge. Pre-Registration is encouraged.

Bridgewater - Central Closet Thrift Shop - Every Wed and Sat, 10a-1p, Central Square UCC (71 Central Square). Clothing (children and adult), shoes, housewares, glassware, decor, accessories, jewelry, books, and more.

Bridgewater - Spring Booksale, Sat, May 3, 10a, Bridgewater Public Library. Drop by and stock up your home libraries! We have a great selection of used items including: Adult fiction & nonfiction, books for kids & teens, DVDs, CDs, and puzzles. All items $1 each. Bring your own reusable bag and fill it with books for $10. The Spring Book Sale is hosted by the Bridgewater Friends of the Library

Brockton - Where Two Worlds Touch: Music from Far and Near - Sun, May 4, 3p, Christ Congregational Church Brockton. Come join Jubilate Chorale on a musical journey around the world, through Bengali and India to England and the banks of Norway, featuring the music of beloved composers including James Mulholland, Morten Lauridsen, James Whitbourn, and many more! We can’t wait to share this journey with you!

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Brockton - Sunday Crepes and Ice Cream Bookstore Date - Sun, May 4, 10a-6p, Dr. Ellie Paris Social Bookstore & Ice Cream Cafe. Join us every Sunday! Dr. Ellie Paris Social Bookstore and Ice Cream Cafe is the first-of-its-kind innovative social impact bookstore and ice cream café. The mission of the bookstore is to foster literacy, education, and upward economic mobility!

Dighton - Cinco de Mayo Party - Sat, May 3, 5p, 2125 Water St. Join us for 5p social hour, 6p dinner, tacos and fun! Live music by Ryan Sousa. $15 per person. 

East Bridgewater - Lego Fridays - Fri, May 2, 9a-1:00p, East Bridgewater Public Library. LEGO Freeplay! All ages welcome. Registration is not required. Drop in!

Easton - Snow White, 1916 Film by Winthrop Ames - Sat, May 3, 7p, Duffy Academics Center at Stonehill College. The showing will be held at Stonehill College's Hemingway Theater, accompanied by a live score for harp and viola, written and performed by musicians from Seattle, WA. Hemingway Theater is located in the Duffy Academic Center at Stonehill College, 320 Washington Street, Easton. Admission will be 15 cents per person, with tickets sold at the door. Light refreshments will be available. This program will also be followed by a brief discussion and Q&A session.

Hanson - "The Awakening" Art Show - Sat, May 3, 6-9p, Sinners & Saints Tattoo, 1000 Main St. Sinners & Saints Tattoo presents our 2nd Annual Art Show Supporting local emerging & established artists. This shows intention is to bridge the community and light the path through our art and building authentic connections without prejudice. $15 entrance fee, light refreshments provided.

Halifax - Town Spring Clean -Up Organized by Halifax Beautification Committee - Sat, May 3 & Sun, May 4, 9a, Halifax Town Hall. Kickoff on May 3rd at 9a in front of the Town Hall, 499 Plymouth Street. Beautification Committee members will distribute trash bags, trash grabbers and safety attire outside the Town Hall at the beginning of the event. Bring closed toe shoes, water, family & friends!

Middleboro - 2025 Annual Pancake Breakfast to Benefit the COA - Sat, May 3, 8-11a, Middleboro COA. Come on down May 3rd from 8 to 11a. Proceeds will benefit the Middleborough COA. Where else can you get home made Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage and Ham, Blueberry, Strawberry and Maple Syrup. Coffee and Orange Juice, ONLY $8 for Adults, $5 for Children under 12 and $25 for a family of 2 Adults and 3 Children? The Middleborough Friends proud sponsors allow for all of the proceeds to go to the COA Activities account.

Middleboro - Touch a Truck - Sat, May 3, 10:30a-3p, 32 Mayflower Ave, Come join our community for a day full of FUN!!! $5 per person, Family cap of $20. Sensory friendly 10:30-11:30a.

Money raised supports students of Mary K Goode for field day, field trips, enrichments and needs!

New Bedford - New Bedford Farmers Market - Sat, May 3, 10a-2p, 1 Oneida St. A vibrant community to support local farmers and artisans. Every Saturday find fresh, seasonal produce and locally produced goods, all while enjoying live music! Take part in artist workshops to spark your creativity, or warm up with a cup of hot coffee as you browse. Don’t miss cooking demos. It’s a perfect day to experience the best of what the Southcoast farmers and makers have to offer!

Raynham - Herb Planter - Sun, May 4, 2p, Garden Patch 59 New State Hwy Unit 4. $40.00.What better way to flavor your meals then to use fresh herbs! We will help you create a planter with herbs that you can harvest and use all season long and well after that. We have a wide selection of popular herbs. Many can be harvested & dried to be used for months to come.

Taunton - Mass Wagens 1st Car Meet of 2025 - Sat, May 3, 12-4p, Star Drive-In, 200 Myricks St. Hey car enthusiasts! Whether you're a VW fan or just love cars in general, all builds are welcome. An epic gathering of cool rides and even cooler people. Don't miss out on the fun; join us for an unforgettable day! Free admission.

Taunton - THS Band Council Presents Tunes For Taunton: Little Closet Benefit Concert - Sun, May 4, 3p at District Center for the Arts, 15 Court St. The Taunton High School Band Council presents an afternoon of amazing performances featuring talented Taunton High student musicians and the Silver City Jazz Committee. Join us for this special event supporting the Little Closet. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy great music while making a difference in our community!

Upcoming Events:

West Bridgewater - Spring Fest - Sun, May 18, 11a-5p, on the grounds of Friendship Park. WB Lions 2nd Annual Spring Fest with Music * Food Trucks * Children's Activities * Vendors * Raffles. Live music starts at noon.

The Buzz Around Weekender is brought to you this week by:

Jen Bellody & Jacquelyn Rose