New Bedford Wellness Initiative

06/19/2026

Thank you, Giselle, for saving the day! 💙

Yesterday's beautiful grounding practice was exactly what we all needed after a long week and as we head into a well-deserved 3-day weekend. Thank you for helping us slow down, reconnect, and find a little peace amidst the busyness of life.

For those who joined us, what was your favorite part of the practice? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments! ✨🧘‍♀️

06/19/2026

Join John Barboza for Sunday Night Hypnosis LIVE on Facebook 🌀

Discover how consulting hypnotists use guided hypnotic techniques to help everyday people work through everyday challenges in a calm and supportive way.

📅 Sundays 6/7 & 6/21
⏰ 6:00 PM

Tune in, relax, and explore the power of the mind from the comfort of home.

06/18/2026

🌞 Start your weekend strong!

Join us this Saturday at 9 AM for Walk with a Doc at Buttonwood Park with Dr. Michael Rocha. 👟

Enjoy a relaxed outdoor walk, friendly conversation, and helpful health tips—all while connecting with your community. 💬❤️

Bring a friend and take a step toward better health together!

06/18/2026

🌿 Yoga in the Garden 🌿

Join us Thursdays at 5:30 PM from June 4th–October 1st at Haskell Public Gardens for a FREE community yoga series in a peaceful outdoor setting. Open to all levels and led by a certified instructor.

Bring your yoga mat, towel, water, and blocks if you have them. ☀️🧘‍♀️
📍 777 Shawmut Ave

Parking available along Shawmut Ave & Loftus Street.

06/17/2026

🤣 Lighten up your week with Laughter Wellness!

Join Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers Bill & Linda Hamaker for a FREE Laughter Wellness class this Wednesday at 7:30 PM on Zoom. 🌟

Laughter Yoga is open to all ages and abilities—no experience needed! Through playful laughter exercises and gentle breathing techniques, you’ll boost oxygen flow, increase energy, reduce stress, and leave feeling refreshed and uplifted.

✨ Don’t miss this fun and feel-good experience—come laugh with us and bring a friend!
🔗 Zoom Link: https://buff.ly/3LSKO2X
📅 Wednesday | 7:30 PM
🌐 Learn more: https://buff.ly/3JJ6P3C
👍 page: https://buff.ly/2PQyTeu
👥 Join the Group: https://buff.ly/3rwRhI7

06/16/2026

Graduations need not be a formal ceremony clad in caps and gowns and pomp and circumstance. Graduation can be a decision made on any day you choose in the presence of only yourself, when you acknowledge how far you’ve come in your life and decide to embrace your own infinite possibilities. Peter Mis - Livinghalffull.com

One by one, alphabetically aligned, they crossed the stage as their names were read aloud much to the enthusiastic delight of proud families gathered to witness one of life’s important milestones. …

06/15/2026

June is here—bringing longer days, fresh motivation, and more opportunities to move, recharge, and connect with the community. Keep your wellness journey going strong as we head into summer!

Join us for:
✨ Live wellness streams
🚶‍♀️ Outdoor Walks at Buttonwood Park
🧘‍♂️ Monday Yoga at Buttonwood Park – 5:30 PM
🌿 Thursday Yoga at Haskell Gardens – 5:30 PM

Enjoy FREE wellness opportunities including yoga, meditation, hypnotism, and more.
Let’s continue building a healthier, stronger New Bedford together this June. Bring a friend and enjoy wellness in the sunshine!

06/15/2026

🌿 NB WELL CHECK-IN 🌿

Let’s see where your steps have taken you this week! 👣

Drop a picture of where you’ve been walking — trails, sidewalks, treadmills, beaches… it all counts!

Every step forward is progress, and you might just inspire someone else to get moving 💚

06/14/2026

🧘‍♀️ FREE COMMUNITY YOGA SERIES AT BUTTONWOOD PARK 🌿

Unplug, recharge, and enjoy an outdoor yoga experience surrounded by nature at Buttonwood Park. This free instructor-led class is open to all levels — come move, breathe, stretch, and reset in a beautiful community space.

Bring a friend and join us for a relaxing evening of movement and mindfulness in the park!

06/13/2026

25 walkers joined Dr. Tom Bozzo for Walk With A Doc to talk about the Carb to Fiber ratio from the book, In Defence of Food by Michael Pollan.

Join us at 9am at the Buttonwood Zoo entrance, every Saturday, weather permitting.