Neighbors of Acushnet Heights, grab your imagination and your favorite playground features—it is time to help design a brand-new space for the neighborhood’s youngest residents!
The City of New Bedford and the Office of Housing and Community Development have announced a community input session for the upcoming Clasky Common Playground renovation. Families and children are warmly invited to attend, share their ideas, and help decide what the new play area should look like.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Location: On the playground at Lower Clasky Common, 1410 Purchase Street
- Perks: Free pizza for all attendees, generously provided by local neighborhood business Servpro of Dartmouth / New Bedford.
Kids are especially encouraged to come with their families to bring their creative visions to life. If you have any questions ahead of the event, you can reach out via email at OHCD@newbedford-ma.gov.

















