Worcester Public Library
Leaf Art Crayon Rubbings
With just black crayon and watercolors you can enjoy the gorgeous colors of the fall season inside all year long. Best for ages 6 - 8. Registration required, register at: mywpl.org/online-calendar.
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WYO Offices At Mechanics Hall
Mid-Season WYO Auditions
The Worcester Youth Orchestras welcomes all interested students to audition for one of its many ensembles. Whether your a fan of jazz, band music, symphonic or chamber music, we have many ensembles that provide transformational musical experiences, a welcoming social environment of students from more than 60 communities across Central […]
Worcester Public Library
Fall Fun for Preschoolers
Celebrate the magic of the fall season with stories, songs, poems and crafts. For ages 3 - 5. Registration required, register at: mywpl.org/online-calendar.
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
Spooky Bones and Creepy Crawlies with Professor Bugman
Join Professor Bugman and learn about insects, including the Madagascar hissing cockroach and the armored darkling beetle, and spooky bones from animals native to New England. In addition to viewing the bones up close, you will also have the chance to handle the creepy insects…if you dare! Sponsored by the […]
Worcester Common
Casita Cultura Lantina Dia de los Muertos
Our celebration will feature a community art exhibit, open community dialogue about equity issues in the Latino community, and a community celebration featuring Latin American food, music, youth and cultural activities (including ofrendas). We will honor our collective past, address pressing community health and social issues, and imagine an equitable […]
Worcester Public Library
Stories and Songs
Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities. A great way for children to gain early literacy, math, and social skills! For families with children 5 and under. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.
Worcester Public Library
Fall Fun for Preschoolers
Celebrate the magic of the fall season with stories, songs, poems and crafts. For ages 3 - 5. Registration required, register at: mywpl.org/online-calendar.
Worcester Public Library
Chess Club
Join us at the library for a game or two of chess. Challenge a friend or family member or meet someone new. Chess sets will be available for use in the library. All levels are welcome. For ages 7 - 11.
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
Saturday Family Movie
Skip a theater movie ticket and bring your kids to our free monthly family movie program. For ages 6 - 11.
DCU Center Convention Center
Turn it up Dance Challenge Convention
The DCU Center will host the 2022 Turn It Up Dance Challenge Convention on Sunday, November 6. Guests should enter Door 1 or Door 2 of the Convention Center. Turn It Up Dance Conventions offer classes for dancers ages 6 and up. Registration is required in advance in order to attend. For […]
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