Westport, MA and RI Help those in Need, Things to do and more
Home Tips and Events Newsletter by Karen Martin, Realtor * Westport, MA • Dartmouth, MA • Fall River, MA * Tiverton & Little Compton, RI
November 2025
If you are like me, you recently put on the heat and are concerned about the heating bill. Here's your weekly Home Tip.
"Draft Patrol" - Stop Heat from Sneaking Out
Before winter's chill sets in, take a quick walk around your home and feel for drafts near doors, windows, and baseboards. Even small gaps can let warm air escape and raise your heating bill. I had a bad draft near my fireplace and my basement stairs.
Use foam outlet sealers, door sweeps, or clear window film kits - all easy weekend fixes that make a big difference in comfort and efficiency. You'll keep your home warmer, save on energy, and your furnace will thank you!
A cozy home starts with the little details - and November is the best time to seal the deal before the real cold arrives.
Want to help those in need this winter. Many will loose benefits for food and heat assistance.
Westport has a local food pantry that accepts donations. Many people in need will turn to them. I suggest donating or volunteering,
Or adopt a senior citizen, veteran or local family - prepare nourishing meals they enjoy (this is my plan)
visit https://www.westportfoodpantry.org/ Donations Accepted: (volunteers onsite) every Tu/W/Th 9:00-11am
Produce Donation Drop Off: Mondays, 7:30am 931 Main Rd Westport at the Grange.
For those that would like to donate but can't make the days/times listed above, They have a drop box located outside where they accept non-perishable foods. A volunteer checks this every day.
They also collect Lee's receipts. The Pantry receives 1% of the total of the receipts they collect.There's a Lee's Receipt mailbox near the drop off box out front.
*** LOOKING TO VOLUNTEER in WESTPORT? Westport Council on Aging needs volunteers to help at the Senior Center and out in the community.
Please call the Senior Center at (508) 636-1026 and ask for the Director, if you are interested in any volunteer opportunities:
Reception - Answering phones, making appointments, providing information
Supportive Day Program Aide - Assist with daily activities of the program
Kitchen Helpers - to prepare meals for Supportive Day Program or assist with Soup & Sandwich event
Evergreen Newsletter - Deliverers
Landscapers - Keeping the gardens beautiful from April thru October
Friends of the Westport Council on Aging Board - volunteers needed for the board or assist during events.
Van Escorts - To accompany van clients to doctor's appointments, shopping, etc.
Shoppers - To run shopping errands for home bound elders
VETERANS DAY TUESDAY NOV. 11, 2025
Veterans Breakfast in Westport, MA - Friends of the Westport Council on Aging Thursday, November 6 at 9:00 AM Westport COA, 75 Reed Road Westport Veterans and their spouses are invited to enjoy a Special Breakfast in appreciation of their service.
Space is limited - reservations are required. Call the COA at 508-636-1026 to reserve your spot. ~ I will be Volunteering at this event
*** Help those in need - Donation program at Ocean State Job Lot where you buy and donate a winter coat for $45 and they give you $45 in credit at their store.
The donated coats go to people in need, with an emphasis on getting the coats to Veterans.
If you know a Veteran in need, there are brand new free coats at the front of the store (near customer service).
*Sunday Nov 9, Craft Fair Liberal Club Fall River MA 20 Star St. 10-4:00 pm
*Holiday Bazaar in Tiverton, RI Fri, Nov 14, 11AM - 6 PM Sat, Nov 15, ,9-3:00 1264 Stafford Road Bliss Four Corners Church
Christmas and Thanksgiving gifts including beautiful handmade crafts & home gifts- bake goods- candy-jewelry & white elephant table also we have Raffle Tickets
Westport, MA Walking, Running and Bike Paths
Westport offers a diverse and abundance of Walking trails.
Each location adds to the incredible quality of life in Westport, MA, especially for outdoor enthusiasts. For more info visit
https://www.safeharborrealty.net/blog/14243/westport-ma-hiking-and-walking-trails
Westport Recreation Town Hall Annex 856 Main Rd. Westport, MA
* Pickle Ball Lessons I took Lessons and its fun! *Art Classes *Tennis Lessons, *Adult Pick-up Basketball * Camps, *Plays * Rowing
* Holiday Events *Cheerleading * Pizza and Bingo *
Register or Learn more: https://westportma.myrec.com/info/default.aspx
~ Farmers Markets New Bedford, MA and Tiverton, RI ~ NOT JUST FRUIT AND VEGGIES
* NEW BEDFORD Farmers Market (Buttonwood Park)
INDOORS:Saturdays: 10-2pm (Nov-May) inside the Buttonwood Park Senior Center/Warming House
*TIVERTON, RI FARMER'S MARKET *Winter Location: Sundays - April 26th, 2026
Tiverton Middle School 10 Quintal Drive, Tiverton, RI Hours: 10am - 1:30pm Rotating selection of vendors on Sundays.
Westport, MA Farm Stands Support our Hard working Local Farmers
Offering seasonal Fruit, Veggies, Flowers, Eggs and More Hours may vary WEATHER PERMITTING
* SAMPSON's Farm 222 Old Bedford Rd. OPEN Sat & Sun 10-4, Westport Freshly Harvested Potatoes I've had them and they really taste better.
Also some of the Best Sweet Corn, Honeynut. Butternut. Spaghetti squash. Blue Hubbard's. Pumpkins and peppers.
*Westport Dairy - Farm Fresh Whole & Coffee milk, yogurt 729 Gifford Rd Open Daily Year Round except Sun.
*Healthy Futures Farm 528 American Legion Hwy, Westport They have Corn stalks, corn Pumpkins
* Berry Hill Farm - 770 Pine Hill Rd)
* Walt's Stand - At the Farm 439 Briggs Rd
*Orr's Stand - Veggies Sunflowers, Plants, Honey, Syrup & Turnips (Adamsville Rd) Westport
* Open Gate Farm- Fresh Eggs & Flowers 295 Division Rd Westport
*Mom and Pop Farm Stand Closed for the Season Rte.177 471 Am. Legion HWY Westport
*Dartmouth Orchards Old Westport Rd. Dartmouth Delicious Apricots, Peaches Plums. Sunflower Plants, Bakery Items on weekends
*Noquochoke Orchards ·Peaches ( the best I highly recommend) Plums Apples Cider tomatoes open 11-4 at 601 Drift Rd Westport
* Diamond Acre Farm. 274 Horseneck Road, Westport, Blueberries, CHERRIES, potted Herbs, beans, plants, Corn, Firewood
*The Golden Robin 607 Horseneck Rd, Westport, Turnips, Honey, Squash and Pumpkins
Karaoke in Westport, MA Fall River and Tiverton, RI
MONDAY 6-10 at VFW Post 486 on 486 Bedford St Fall River Sept 8, 15, 22 & 29
Tues. 6:30 - 10:30 The VFW Post 5392 on Shove Street Tiverton, RI
WED. SCOTTIES PUB 8-12 Gift Card Giveaway! 202 Pleasant St. Fall River, MA
Wed 7-10 PM Oriental Pearl, Westport Rte 6
Thu 8 PM Social Club, 904 Main Rd Westport
Friday 9:00- Liberal Club Star St Fall River MA'
Sun 7-11 PM Oriental Pearl & VFW (843 State Rd) Westport
Thrift, Pantry & Community Services
Thrift Store (Westport Congregational Church) - Every Sat 9 AM-1 PM, donations Wed. 10-12, 500 Am. Legion Hwy Rte. 177
*** Westport Food Pantry - Drive-thru Mondays 8:30-10:30 AM, Now a walk in shopping option on Mondays from 1-5 pm.
Clients can walk through the pantry ( instead of using the drive up service) and choose items that best meet the needs of their family. Bring your own bags to make your selections. They are even giving a Turkey voucher for Thanksgiving.
Donations Tues -Thu 9-11 AM Westport Grange 931 Main Rd. https://www.westportfoodpantry.org/
~ Technology Classes in Westport, MA
The Westport Senior Center now offers Technology classes and has created a Tech Café where computers and iPads are available for use by seniors Age 55+.
95 Reed Rd Westport, MA Open 8:30 - 3:00. Closed Sat & Sunday
Exercise Classes in Westport, MA
~ YOGA Westport Grange Thursday mornings 8-9 with Gale Giacobbe
~Pilates - Sat 9 AM, Westport Grange (931 Main Rd)
~Silver Aerobics - Tue & Fri 8 AM, Westport Grange
~Yoga by Grace - Sun 9 AM & Tue 6 PM, Sisters of Solace Am. Legion Hwy. Westport
~Westport Senior Center offers Exercise Classes for Men & Women 95 Reed Rd. Wesport MA Age 60+ Stop in and check them out.
They are really nice and helpful. Yoga, Stretch, Aerobics, Weights, Walking groups and more visit https://westport.friendscoa.org/
Beach & Outdoor Passes in Westport, MA and Walking Trails
Westport Resident Beach Passes: Upload license & registration online - $50 (seniors $25). Help available at the Westport library.
https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/
Good for Cherry & Webb, East Beach, The Knubble and Baby Beach ( River )
Gooseberry Island: Free parking dawn-to-dusk - Sandy Beach, Gravel Walking Trail with Beautiful Waterviews, Lots of wildflowers, birds and Seals often spotted! WWII Bunker ( non accessible) and a Boat Launch
MA Lifetime Senior State-Park Pass: $10 (age 62+) - covers Horseneck Beach and Access to the Healthy Trail in Westport.
Demarest Lloyd State Park in Dartmouth, MA and more
https://www.mass.gov/how-to/get-a-senior-parking-pass
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT WESTPORT'S BEAUTIFUL BEACHES, RESTAURANTS & MORE VISIT
https://www.safeharborrealty.net/p/25765/westport-ma-homes-beaches-and-restaurants
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