Events
March Board Leadership Training Program Now Accepting Applications!
Saturday, January 31, 2026 9AM – 3PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 $50, limited scholarships available A one day workshop open to all who have never served on a board and are interested to learn more! Enrollment is open to all but is focused on diverse communities: BIPOC, LGBTQ+,…
Read MoreMayors Youth Council Leadership Academy
New Bedford Mayor’s Youth Council 11th Annual Leadership Academy February 17 – 19 9am – 3pm YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts FREE Register here The New Bedford Mayor’s Youth Council is back with its 11th Annual Leadership Academy, and it’s the perfect way for 5th–8th graders to level up their skills over the February break. Lunch and…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day Brunch
International Women’s Day Networking Brunch Sunday March 8, 2026 11 am – 2 pm Lighthouse Tavern ( 578 Brock Ave, New Bedford, MA) $35 Buy Tickets Here Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day by connecting with women across the region. Brunch buffet included with coffee, tea, and water. Cash bar for additional drinks. Gift…
Read MoreTickets on Sale Now! 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show
23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show Thursday, February 26, 2026 5:30 PM Century House 107 S Main St, Acushnet, MA Tickets on sale now! Buy Tickets Here Members, models, designers, and stores – check your email for your discount codes! Heart Disease is the #1 killer of American women, but it does not have to…
Read MoreEstate Planning Info Session
Estate Planning Info Session Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:30 – 6:30 PM FREE Zoom Register Here Learn about creating wills, estate planning tools, & how to leverage philanthropy to achieve your financial goals from a financial planning professional Questions? Contact mtarentino@ywcasema.org or call 508-999-3255
Read MoreBaby Sitting Course
Baby Sitting Course Tuesday December 30, 2025 9:30AM – 3:00PM $30 per person YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 Register Here by December 21 This workshop will give youth (age 11-15) the knowledge and confidence to care for infants, toddlers and school age children and start their own babysitting business. Certificates and…
Read MoreYoung Men’s Leadership Conference
Young Men’s Leadership Conference Saturday December 6, 2025 10 am – 2 pm Nativity Preparatory School 66 Spring St, New Bedford, MA $10 REGISTER Our second annual Young Men’s Leadership Conference is scheduled for this Saturday at Nativity Preparatory School in New Bedford. This program is designed for 10-14 year old young men who are…
Read MoreStyle & Impact Event at Luxury Tax
Style & Impact at Luxury Tax Saturday, November 22, 2025 1PM – 5PM WNBOne Radio 262 Union St, New Bedford, MA $20 – $50 More info & tickets Join the women of Luxury Tax for a chic Sip & Shop experience like no other! We’re opening our closets to bring you exclusive fashion finds, lightly…
Read MoreYoung Women’s Leadership Conference
Young Women’s Leadership Conference Saturday November 22, 2025 9:30 am – 1:30 pm Our Sisters’ School 145 Brownell Ave, New Bedford, MA $15 REGISTER The Young Women’s Leadership Conference 2025 will bring 10-14 year old girls from New Bedford and surrounding areas to take part in a day focused on self empowerment and interactive workshops…
Read MoreAnnual Meeting
YWCA Annual Meeting Wednesday December 3, 2025 6PM Waypoint Event Center 185 MacArthur Dr, New Bedford, MA Free The evening will feature the heartfelt stories of YWCA program participants, the annual business meeting, and election of board members and officers. RSVP – please RSVP by 11/23/25
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