Alex Houston, the artist in residence for the New Bedford National Whaling Park, talks about what it means to hold that position.

Donna Criscuolo, Vice President of Marketing & Development for Child & Family Services, Inc., talks about the organization’s mission and its fundraising efforts.

New Bedford Light columnist Jack Spillane talks about the passing of New Bedford School Committee member Bruce Oliveira and more.

Dartmouth Cultural Center President Pauline Santos discusses the recently-approved 30-year lease agreement between the center and the Town of Dartmouth, as well as upcoming exhibits in November and December.

Author Filomena Tripp discusses her autobiography “Invisible Courage,” detailing her life and the obstacles she’s overcome, such as being born with two underdeveloped arms and an underdeveloped leg.

Author Charles "Chip" McGrath talks about his book "Shipwreck! Horseneck Point Lifesaving Station and Southcoast Rescuers,” detailing shipwrecks off the coast of Southern New England during the 18th and 19th centuries, and heroic attempts by rescuers to save lives of those onboard.

Victoria Grasela of the United Way of Greater New Bedford discusses the upcoming Hunger Heroes Food Drop, collecting donations to supply families in need with a Thanksgiving dinner.

AHA! Night President Kim Goddard discusses the upcoming events for November's night in downtown New Bedford.

In advance of Veterans Day, New Bedford Military Museum President Bill Niedzwiedz discusses the planned events and observances for November 11 at the museum.

Old Rochester Regional High School Early Childhood Program teacher Liz Kennedy and junior Kennedy McKay discuss the upcoming “Fall Family Fun Day.”