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Here are 20 reasons to love the City of Fall River
Fall River Country Club
Photo courtesy of Erik Pancyck of Marksman Digital Photography
One of the most unique golf courses in the area with its hills and gullies and to top it off it overlooks the Taunton River. It also has a clubhouse that’s a great venue to hold weddings and special events. It’s a private golf club, but if you get the chance, don’t pass up the opportunity to play 18.
Giving Spirit
Photo courtesy of Laura Joshua Eaton
Many Fall River residents weren’t exactly born with a silver spoon in their mouth. That doesn’t stop most Fall Riverites from giving you their time or their last dime if they know you truly need it. We have volunteer organizations like Gates of Hope and Angels Anonymous who help out the less fortunate. Make sure you are legitimate though as they can sniff out a fake from a mile away.
Our tribute to Veterans
Photo courtesy of Frank C. Grace of Trig Photography
Many well-deserved monuments are scattered throughout the city to honor past veterans who fought for our country. None have a more spectacular backdrop then the monuments for Iwo Jima and Gold Star Families at Bicentennial Park with the new Vietnam Memorial Wall nearby.
Many city parks
Photo by Brian Pearson
From Kennedy to North to Father Travassos to Griffin to Lafayette. Not only are there many parks in the city to enjoy, but the recent and future additions of splash pads and playgrounds have added even more fun for Fall River residents.
SouthCoast Marketplace
Many of us have fond memories of the Harbour Mall, but it is easy to notice that the plaza that replaced it is a major upgrade that brings in customers from out of town. Shopping, market, movies, and dining all in one place.
Places For Kids
We have the Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, Art Association, Young Marines, Children’s Museum, Greater Fall River Re-Creation, CYO, Libraries, Fall River Falcons, Driscoll Skating Rink, baseball and basketball leagues to name a few.
Our Favorite Watering Hole
Photo by Jim Brodeur
Fall River may not be full of flashy dance clubs, but it is full of small intimate places where you can get a drink, play some games, and hang out with your friends. Italian Progressive Club, Brayton Ave Café, St. James, The Belmont, Liberal Club, Quequechan Club are a few that come to mind. In some cases, it is more like a family than a bar or club.
Christmas!
Be it the Festival of Trees, the Fall River Historical Society display, the many decorated homes, the new Winter Wonderland Festival or the famous parade, Christmas in Fall River is the place to be. Just don’t mind the cold and snow. But hey it is Christmas after all!
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Eric
February 20, 2023 at 4:57 pm
Okay I grew up in Fall River and it’s as bad as it’s ever been crime wise. DO NOT MOVE HERE. Unless the idea of rampant drug use, serious crime, and poverty interest you id skip it on the list of options.
Steven K
February 20, 2023 at 5:26 pm
High Property Taxes, High Water, Sewer and Stormwater fees are driving the senior population out of their homes. Development by the city & Water Department with disregard on the Environmental Impact it has on the property owners and residents here. The assessors are over inflating the property values driving people out of the city and Massachusetts.
Widebody
February 20, 2023 at 8:52 pm
I’ve got many fond memories of FR, it’s where I grew up and spent many adult years; however, outside of family, friends, beaches and the diverse regional food there’s not much to miss. I’ll take my nice weather year round and friendly community atmosphere here in Texas, where the law still rules the land and is respected.
Tim Lowney
February 21, 2023 at 7:48 am
It’s nice to see some great points here, but you forgot a great place to see here in Fall River that has been instrumental in making Fall River a go to tourist destination and turned our waterfront into a waterfront attraction. Battleship Cove and the Marine Museum. Without these we would still be a forgotten Mill City. These ships are a grand part of our heritage and history continuing to bring world wide tourism to our doorstep . These museums teach our people history and science as well as paying honors to those who served and paid the price for our freedom and continue to serve our country.
Ken Paiva
February 21, 2023 at 9:27 am
“You can visit the ships”
Lone Star Willie
February 22, 2023 at 5:21 pm
And eat a Chourico & chips
Rob
June 20, 2023 at 7:57 am
I grew up in F R and yes, it‘s going through tough times , but there is sovmuch potential, and can one day overcome it‘s troubled condition. There are signs of hope and potential for a new period of greatness as it has had many years ago.
Sam‘s Bakery. Waterfront. The narrows. Beautiful nature and beaches so close by.
Louise
June 20, 2023 at 3:09 pm
I didn’t live in Fall River but I loved crossing the Braga every day for eight years on my way to work ( in spite of traffic or construction) . In my time in FR I worked with wonderful children and adults who were hard working, dedicated to their families, faith filled and faithful to their Portuguese heritage. I have many fond memories of my time there.