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FALL RIVER (Tuesdays) Ballroom Dancing Door prizes, raffle, line dancing. Live music by the Nu-Sounds. Singles welcome. 12:30-4pm. $6. Liberal Club, 20 Star St, Fall River. 508-994-7240 (Wednesdays) Open Mic Audience members are welcome and performers are encouraged to sign-up and take the stage on Wednesday evenings. Sign-up begins at 6:45 p.m. Arrive early to insure your performance, bring a friend and keep spreading the news! As a bonus, admission tickets are raffled once monthly for free concert tickets. The Narrows books a featured performer for most every open-mic. $3. To receive information or to be a featured performer, email [email protected]. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River 508-324-1926 www.ncfta.org (Sat. 11/15-Sat. 12/13) Printmaking & Ceramics Three New Bedford artists. Hours M-F 9am7pm; Sat. 9am-1pm. Closed Sunday. Cherry & Webb Gallery, 139 South Main St. Fall River. 508-679-8419; 508-672-6602. www.candwgallery.org (Thru Mon. 1/5/09) Annual Art Among Friends Exhibition A variety of work by over 30 artists launching a new local arts organization, Sakonnet ArtsNetwork. Artwork on exhibit includes paintings, photographs, printmaking, and pastels. Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm.Tiverton Town Hall, 343 Highland Rd, Tiverton RI. www.SakonnetArts.org (Thu. 12/4-Sat. 1/3/09) Lagoa Nativity Exhibition Exploring a Tradition in Azorean Art. Mon, Wed and Sat 1-4pm, Tue, Thu & Fri 10am1pm.Grimshaw-Gudwicz Art Gallery, Jackson Arts Center, Bristol Community College 777 Elsbree St. Fall River. 508-678-2811 www.bristol.mass.edu/gallery (Thu. 12/4-Sun. 12/7; Thu. 12/11-Sun. 12/14) The Best (Worst) Christmas Pageant Ever The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, steal, smoke cigars, swear, and hit little kids. So no one is prepared when this outlaw family invades church one

Sunday and decides to take over the annual Christmas pageant. None of the Herdmans has ever heard the Christmas story before. Their interpretation of the tale -- the Wise Men are a bunch of dirty spies and Herod needs a good beating -- has a lot of people up in arms. But it will make this year’s pageant the most unusual anyone has seen and, just possibly, the best one ever. 12/4-6 at 8pm; 12/11 & 12 at 8pm; 12/13 at 2 & 8pm. Sundays 2pm. Little Theatre of Fall River. at the Firebarn, 340 Prospect Street. For schedule and tickets, call 508-675-1852. www.littletheatre.net (Fri. 12/5) The Subdudes Over the course of 20 years and eight albums, the subdudes have quietly become one of America’s national music treasures. The New Orleans-formed group is a living encapsulation of American music, a vibrant cauldron of sounds that stirs together meaty grooves and jazzy dynamics, souful R&B swagger, easy vocal harmonies, cheeky rock ‘n’ roll attitude and folky social consciousness -- not to mention some of the sharpest musicianship and ensemble playing you’ll ever hear from any five musicians. It’s tight enough to be loose, but never gratuitously sloppy. $25 advance, $28 day of show. Doors open 7pm, all shows start 8pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508-324-1926 www.ncfta.org (Sat. 12/6) Justin Roberts Like a scene from “Groundhog Day,” the event repeats itself over and over. Bass and drums pound out the beat in perfect unison. Bodies spring to their feet and rush the stage; jumping, dancing and bouncing off each other like bumper cars. The concertgoers behave like children. Which is no surprise because they are children, participating in the kiddie mosh pit found at nearly every Justin Roberts concert. Justin Roberts is truly one of the “all-stars” of the indie family music scene. He logs thousands of miles on the road each year, leading some to call him the hardest working man in children’s show business. With national awards and recognition and a devoted fan base, Justin and his wonderfully named bandmates “The Not Ready for Naptime Players” dish out unexpectedly intelligent and whimsically rocking music for kids and their parents. $8 advance, $10 day of show. 1pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508-324-1926 www.ncfta.org (Sat. 12/6) Eilen Jewell Band Opening Act: Miss Tess and the bon ton Parade. Eilen (pronounced eee-lin) has got that old-timey, lazy, sexy home-on-the-range voice which she matches with terrific songs. And her band gives her a country-kick that

has made her a favorite of folk radio DJs across the country. $13 advance, $15 day of show. Doors open 7pm, all shows start 8pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508-324-1926 www.ncfta.org (Sun. 12/7) Pearl Harbor Day at Battleship Cove Ceremony begins at 12:55 pm, the exact hour of the Japanese strike. Located on the Battleship Massachusetts, the service will include wreath-casting rites and several Pearl Harbor survivors will share their perspectives on Pearl Harbor and its timeless relevance. Battleship Cove, Fall River. 508678-1100. www.battleshipcove.org (Sun. 12/7) An Afternoon with Clara Youngsters between 3-8 years old are invited to join Clara for an afternoon of dance, fun and special treats from The Land of Sweets. Your son or daughter will enjoy a dance class with Clara and the artistic director of the ballet. After there will be a special presentation for your participation in the class. He or she will then join Clara at her table in The Land of Sweets for a royal party featuring yummy treats. Prince and Princess attire are highly encouraged! There are always surprises around the corner when you are in the Land of Sweets! Come and find out! 3-4pm. $25 children 3-8 years. Spindle City Ballet, 288 Plymouth Ave., 2nd floor Fall River. For reservations 508-536-6073. spindlecityballet.org (Sun. 12/7) Holiday Pops Concert

Traditional music from Portugal, Madeira, and the Azores will be performed for the first time with full orchestration and choral accompaniment. Performed by Fall River Symphony & URI Concert Choir. Father Antonio Cartageno wrote most of the pieces for the Carmo de Beja Chorus. Two of the pieces are well-known in the Azores, however the others from Portugal and Madeira are rarely heard, and have never been performed before with a full symphony orchestra. Portuguese Christmas Songs for Chorus and Orchestra - arr. T. Girard. A Carol Festival - H. Ades. A Christmas Suite for Brass & Percussion - A. Reed. Farandole - G. Bizet.

Sleigh Ride - L. Anderson. 3pm. Adults $20. Children $5. This will be a special Christmas Pops Concert in conjunction with The BCC Grimshaw Gudewicz Gallery’s opening exhibit of Azorean nativity scenes between 1-3 and also after the concert. This exhibit will display hundreds of handmade figurines and traditional Portuguese nativity scenes which depict rural life, sacred and mundane, in the Azores. Mr. Roberto Medeiros, Vice-Mayor of Lagoa, brings these precious objects on loan from the Museu do Presépio Açoriano of Lagoa, Azores. Margaraet L Jackson Arts Center Theater, Bristol Community College. 401-635-2401. (Sun. 12/7) 9th Annual Azorean Traditional Nativity Exhibit Exploring a Tradition in Azorean Art. With a Presentation by Mr. Roberto Medeiros and Demonstration by Figurine Artisan Mr. Antonio Morais. Gallery hours: Mon, Wed and Sat 1-4pm, Tue, Thu & Fri 10am- 1pm. Grimshaw-Gudwicz Art Gallery, Jackson Arts Center Bristol Community College 777 Elsbree St. Fall River. 508-678-2811 www. bristol.mass.edu/gallery (Fri. 12/12) A Kilted Christmas featuring Coyote Run Touring in support of their new CD, Between Wick and Flame, Coyote Run’s theatrical performances have been igniting stages nationwide. This is a band that loves Celtic music - loves their audiences - and knows how to have a rollicking good time! Given that their founder and lead singer has been a professor for many years, it is no surprise that this band has come to be known as “the thinking person’s Celtic Rock band.” $18 advance, $20 day of show. Doors open 7pm, all shows start 8pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508324-1926 www.ncfta.org (Sun. 12/13) Fall River Annual Holiday House Tour An event not to be missed. Seven private historic homes open their festive doors, as well as the Historical Society of Fall River, the Lafayette-Durfee House, and the Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast. 11am-4pm The Tour will conclude at the Abby Grill’s Great Hall with a concert by the Durfee String Orchestra, from 4:30-5:30pm. Admissison fee. Fall River Historical Society, 451 Rock Street, Fall River. Admission charge. 508679-1071. www.lizzieborden.org (Sat. 12/13) Dar Williams

One of the finest singer songwriters of her generation, she is smart, witty and insightful. This tour is in support of her new album Promised Land which is a career highlight. Dar is an engaging performer who readily connects with her audience. $30 advance, $35 day of show. Doors open 7pm, all shows start 8pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508-3241926 www.ncfta.org

(Thu. 12/18-2/14/09) Remembrance - A Memorial dedicated to the US Servicemen and Women. A collective, collaborative artistic response to the loss of US servicemen and women who have lost their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan.Cherry & Webb Gallery, 139 South Main St. Fall River. Hours M-F 9am-7pm; Sat. 9am-1pm. Closed Sunday. 508-6798419; 508-672-6602. www.candwgallery.org (Fri. 12/19) Carrie Rodriguez She rocked the crowd at this year’s Narrows Festival of the Arts. This visit, this 20-something singer/songwriter/fiddler brings with her a great new CD “She Ain’t Me” that has been getting rave reviews. $15 advance, $17 day of show. Doors open 7pm, all shows start 8pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508-324-1926 www. ncfta.org (12/20) Johnny Winter Merry Christmas, baby! Tickets to see this blues master--what a thoughtful gift! $40 advance, $45 day of show. Doors open 7pm, all shows start 8pm. Narrows Center for the Arts 16 Anawan St. Fall River. 508-3241926 www.ncfta.org (Sat. 12/20) Evening with the Staulbaulms Before the Nutcracker Party features a grande buffet and wine bar. Costumed cast members will mingle after the performance. 6-10pm. An Evening With The Staulbaulms is $25 for adults and $12 for children. Margaret L. Jackson Arts Center, Bristol Community College, Fall River. Call 508536-6073. www.spindlecityballet.org (Sat. 12/20 & Sun. 12/21) The Nutcracker Spindle City Ballet Presents Fall River’s favorite family, holiday event. From dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets, there is a treat for everyone!Sat. 2pm & 7pm; Sun. 2pm. Ticket prices for The Nutcracker range from $25-12 adults; $15-$7.50 children. Margaret L. Jackson Arts Center, Bristol Community College, Fall River. Call 508536-6073. www.spindlecityballet.org

(Wed. 12/31) First Night Fall River Fall River celebrates the New Year with lots of great performances! For more information call: (508) 324-2405 Fall River