Worcester Public Library

Finding Your New England Yankee Ancestors (Virtual)

So they came over on the Mayflower? If so, you’re in luck. Join us in exploring the vast array of resources available to those descended from 17th century English immigrants to New England.

Worcester Public Library

In the Kitchen with Librarian Olivia: Veggie Chili and Chocolate Lava Cakes

Librarian Olivia will show you how to make an all-time favorite for cold winter nights—veggie chili! While you can make this dish on a stovetop, we will be using an instant pot to show you a quicker way to make this hearty soup. We will also be cooking a fairly […]

The Mercantile / M&T Bank Building

Canines for Kids (CDK) Over The Edge

Are you ready to go Over the Edge for service dogs & kids? On November 19, 2022, Canines for Disabled Kids invites you to rappel 110 feet from the roof of The Mercantile / M&T Bank at 120 Front Street, Worcester, MA. This 2nd annual rappelling event gives you the rare […]

Worcester Public Library

De-Stress with Dogs (November)

Visit with a registered therapy dog to bring a little rest and relaxation to your day. Therapy animals are generally privately owned pets who are brought by their handlers to places to bring joy and smiles. This program is made possible by Tufts Paws for People, which is a Community […]

Technocopia

Technocopia Open Hack (our open house, every Thursday!)

Starting in April 2022 Open Hack is back! Every Thursday night  from 7-9 PM. What is "Open Hack"? What? Open Hacks are a free, open house event where members (and non-members too!) can come to the space to work on their projects alongside other people working on projects. Why? Because […]

Worcester Public Library

Knitting Circle (Hybrid)

Do you miss knitting with other people? All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us in person or virtually from the comfort of your own home! Knit along with us on a themed project, knit for charity, or feel free to knit something you are working on already. Basic knitting […]

Technocopia

Technocopia Open Hack (our open house, every Thursday!)

Starting in April 2022 Open Hack is back! Every Thursday night  from 7-9 PM. What is "Open Hack"? What? Open Hacks are a free, open house event where members (and non-members too!) can come to the space to work on their projects alongside other people working on projects. Why? Because […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (December)

This virtual poetry workshop is a vehicle for critique, a time of close reading and thoughtful responses that help craft the written word so that it says exactly what the author intends. The focus is the work itself. Poets are respectful of each other, value the craft, understand the courage […]

Worcester Public Library

Family Myths and Legends (Virtual)

Do you have an old family story that you would like to prove or disprove? Join us as we discuss how to research your family legends.

Mechanics Hall

Boston Gay Men’s Chorus presents Joyful & Triumphant & Gay!

Celebrate the season with the joyous and triumphant sounds of the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus as they perform traditional favorites and modern classics. The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus (BGMC) is one of New England’s largest and most successful community-based choruses. Founded in 1982, the voice ensemble of some 200 voices […]

Union Station

stART at the Station

stART on the Street brings its 15th annual gifting-themed arts and crafts festival to Worcester, MA. Support the local economy and find unique, handmade gifts in a range of prices by joining us to shop with 125+ local artists and crafters! Union Station, Worcester MA 125+ artists and crafters 100% handmade […]

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  1. Go to the discovercentralma.org website and scroll to bottom of page
  2. To only enter events into the calendar and not become a Discover Central MA member, click Already a member? Login to your account
  3. Fill out the information in English to Create an Account and click Create Account
  4. You will then be directed to a page where you can post events
  5. Select Manage My Events to enter events into the calendar
  6. Click Create Event button
  7. Enter the name in English and dates of your event and select Create Event & Continue
  8. Add in all event details in English and an image that is under 690 pixels
  9. When finished, check the box that says Request addition to the Downtown Worcester Calendar
  10. Click Send to Review

All posted events will be subject to review by the Discover Central Massachusetts and Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District staff prior to approval. Please submit events at least two weeks in advance as it can take up to 7-9 days for your event to appear on our events calendar. Please review event guidelines HERE.