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SUMMARY:Make a Reusable Shopping Bag
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design and sew re-usable shopping/grocery bags and mesh produce bags. You will learn how to make bags in sizes that work for you so that you can have a ready stash of bags whenever you need them. We will also discuss some quick hacks to re-use materials to create useful bags quickly. \nAll materials and tools will be provided. Students with their own sewing machines are encouraged to bring their home machines. Students will take home 1 shopping bag and 1 mesh drawstring bag. \nBasic proficiency with a sewing machine is necessary for this class.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/make-a-reusable-shopping-bag/
CATEGORIES:Art,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Basics of Hand Sewing
DESCRIPTION:Learn and practice some basic hand stitches that you can use to stitch fabric together\, mend or even embellish and embroider. We will work on a small project using the stitches you learn. The pace of the class will depend on the experience level/ interest of the people attending. This class is intended to teach functional stitched but we may expand into some decorative stitches as time allows. \nFabric\, needles and an assortment of threads will be available for class use but feel free to bring in any fabrics and/or threads that you want to try using. \nProject Takeaway \nStudent will take home a set of needles\, stitched samples\, and a small project (if time allows).
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/basics-of-hand-sewing/
CATEGORIES:Art,Worcester
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SUMMARY:"A Walk in the Woo" - Worcester's 2022 Rain Poets Read
DESCRIPTION:The Worcester County Poetry Association is pleased to organize this reading of Worcester's 2022 Rain Poets. For two years now\, the WCPA has selected the poems of thirteen different Worcester-area poets to paint around the city using hydrophobic paint – that's right\, these poems only show up when the concrete around them is wet\, hence the Rain Poets. These poems will come to speak this April 23\, given voice by their poets. We hope you'll join us and consider submitting a poem for this year's project! \nThe Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a free-to-use\, creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. This event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/a-walk-in-the-woo-worcesters-2022-rain-poets-read/
CATEGORIES:Art,Performance,Readings + Talks,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T035900
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CREATED:20230518T180746Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Croc Charms
DESCRIPTION:Create your own personalized charms to decorate your Crocs with! All materials will be provided.  \nAges 12-17. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/diy-croc-charms/
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:2023 Kennedy Community Health Hero Costume Party
DESCRIPTION:Kennedy Community Health is pleased to announce its 2023 Hero Costume Party on Friday\, March 24th at the Jean McDonough Arts Center in Worcester! \nThe much-anticipated return of Kennedy Community Health’s one-of-a-kind costume party event is here.  We’re back to celebrate our health care heroes in a hero-themed party at the Jean McDonough Arts Center in Worcester.  Come dressed as your favorite hero and be ready to enjoy live music\, delicious food and drink\, and great company.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/2023-kennedy-community-health-hero-costume-party/
CATEGORIES:Art,Comedy,Community,Food + Drink,Performance,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T035900
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SUMMARY:Call for Art: The Twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial
DESCRIPTION:CALL FOR ART: \nTwentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial \nSubmission Deadline: March 22 \nFirst Round of Notifications: by March 30 \nDrop off for in-person jurying: April 13 – 16 \nFinal Round of Notifications: by April 20 \nExhibition Dates: May 4 through July 9 \nArtwork pickup: July 13 – July 16 \n  \nThe year 2023 marks the twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial\, an exhibition that has included a range of the region’s best visual art since 1985. This year’s Biennial will be juried by Conor Moynihan\, Assistant Curator\, Prints\, Drawings and Photographs at the RISD Museum. Learn more about the juror here. \nThe winner of the Sally Bishop Biennial Prize will receive a $1\,000 cash award and a solo exhibition at the Worcester Art Museum during their 2023-24 season. Previous winners of the Sally Bishop Prize include pen and ink artist James Dye (Exploring the Myths of James Dye) and painters Susan Swinand (Nature Imagined by Susan Swinand) and Kat O’Connor (Fathom: The Art of Kat O’Connor). \nAdditional prizes include the Evelyn Claywell Absher Award for Abstract Art and the Ruth Susan Westheimer Prize for Fine Craft\, both of which come with $1\,000 prizes. Another $2\,000 in prizes will be given at the discretion of the juror. The first one hundred and fifty artists submitting work to the Biennial\, regardless of its acceptance\, will receive a complimentary\, one-year individual membership to the Worcester Art Museum\, courtesy of their Members’ Council. \nThe ArtsWorcester Biennial has no theme. All media are welcome\, including but not limited to painting\, sculpture\, photography\, fiber\, fine craft\, digital art\, and video. Have a question about the call\, or want to share what you’re thinking of submitting? Email alice@artsworcester.org or call the gallery at 508-755-5142. \nAll entries must be made online\, and current ArtsWorcester membership is required to submit. A $15 fee applies to each work submitted\, with a maximum of three works per artist. If you would like financial assistance with membership or Biennial fees through our Pay It Forward Fund\, please contact alice@artsworcester.org. \nThere will be two rounds of jurying for the Twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial: one online and one in-person. Artists will be notified of the status of their artwork(s) in the first round by March 30 and must bring their artwork to ArtsWorcester between April 13 and April 16. Artists will be notified of final decisions by April 20 and any artwork not accepted must be picked up by May 1. ArtsWorcester cannot accept or return work by shipment. \n  \nSubmission Guidelines: \n\nArtsWorcester membership is required for submission. Membership fees are non-refundable. If you would like financial assistance with membership\, please contact alice@artsworcester.org.\nEach artist may submit up to three works for consideration\, and all entries must be made online.\nA non-refundable $15 fee applies to each work submitted. Payment must be made online at the time of submission. If you would like financial assistance with Biennial fees\, please contact alice@artsworcester.org.\nArtwork must be original\, completed within the last five years\, and not previously exhibited at ArtsWorcester. For example\, a monoprint or screen print is permitted\, but a giclée print of a painting is not.\nTwo-dimensional artworks or artworks that hang on the wall must not exceed 60" in any direction\, including frame.\nThree-dimensional artworks are limited to 90" in height\, and no single element can exceed 50 pounds. Three-dimensional artworks may not exceed 48" at their widest point.\nArtworks suspended from the ceiling are limited to 50 pounds.\nArtsWorcester has limited screening equipment for video works. Video artists may be asked to provide their own screening device.\nWorks must be exhibition-ready with framing and wire as appropriate. Alternative hanging methods (suspension from the ceiling\, installation with magnets\, etc.) must be tested prior to submission to ensure successful installation.\nIf accepted\, work must be delivered in person or by proxy. ArtsWorcester cannot accept or return work by shipment.\nArtworks not accepted in the second round of in-person jurying must be picked up following the second notification.\nArtists receive sixty percent of each sale made through our galleries.\n\nThe Twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial is in partnership with the Worcester Art Museum. Ongoing support comes from Mass Cultural Council.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/call-for-art-the-twentieth-artsworcester-biennial/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community
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SUMMARY:Music Lives 365 LIVE - WinterSongs
DESCRIPTION:WinterSongs is the 2nd in the 4-part series Music Lives 365 LIVE. Join us at @JMACWorcester for an evening of music\, video and graphic art celebrating great musical artists born in Winter such as Ry Cooder\, Nina Simone\, Sister Rosetta Thorpe\, Tim Buckley\, Rhiannon Giddens\, Patti Smith\, Peter Gabriel\, Sandy Denny\, Ivor Cutler and more. \nHosted by Larry Haley\, creator of https://www.radio-graphics.com/\, with live performances by Lydia Fortune w/ Sten Gustafson\, Ron Carlson\, Bob Jordan\, and Charlie Blaum w/ Natasha Hanna and John Solaperto. Recorded music presented by Diane Sutter\, Alan West\, and Larry.  \nThe show is free and open to the public\, though a suggested donation of $5 is appreciated.\nNo ticket or reservation is needed. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30pm. \nThe program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council which was made possible with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding from the City of Worcester. \nDisclaimer: The Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a free-to-use\, creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. This event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization.  \n#PopUpJMAC #JMACWorcester #MakeArtEverywhere #WorcesterCulturalCoalition
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/music-lives-365-live-wintersongs/
CATEGORIES:Art,Food + Drink,Free,Music,Performance
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SUMMARY:Artists' drop-off party for Art On The Line!
DESCRIPTION:ArtsWorcester’s beloved Art On The Line fundraiser is back again! All artwork should be delivered by March 9\, 2023. \nArtist Drop Off Party: Wednesday\, March 8\, 5:30 – 8:00 PM \nCome meet with your fellow artists and drop off your work at the same time. \nIf you can’t make it to the party\, you may drop off your works at any point during gallery hours\, Thursday through Sunday\, 12:00 – 5:00 PM\, or by appointment. Please check our website for holiday hours and closings. \nYou may mail your work(s) to ArtsWorcester\, 44 Portland Street\, Worcester MA\, 01608. Please include a piece of cardboard or paperboard to keep your envelope from bending. If mailing your work\, please include your email address so we can thank you! \nHow it works: \nArtists donate small-scale\, two dimensional artworks. We hang them from the ceiling with old fashioned binder clips and string. On March 11\, attendees will line up at a ticketed event for their chance to grab artworks\, all priced at $20. It’s fast-paced\, fun\, and a great way to add to your collection while also supporting ArtsWorcester. \nHow to participate: \nMembership to ArtsWorcester is not required. Any and all artists may contribute. \nArtworks must be no larger than 5” x 7”. \nArtworks must be flat and light enough to be suspended from a binder clip. We suggest works on paper. \nArtists may contribute up to four works. \nClearly label your work on the back with your name\, medium\, and social media and/or website. \nPlease do not frame your work(s). \nHead to C.C. Lowell for pre-cut 5" x 7" sheets of high-quality paper to get started on your work. Don't forget that ArtsWorcester Artist Members receive 10% off supplies!\nHow to deliver your work(s): \nAll donated works must be delivered to ArtsWorcester by Thursday\, March 9 at 5:00 PM. We will gratefully accept works in person or by mail. \nUnsold donated works will be available for purchase in the galleries following the March 11 event. Artworks will not be returned to artists.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/artists-drop-off-party-for-art-on-the-line/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T045900
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Impact
DESCRIPTION:Opening Reception for Impact: A Members' Exhibition in collaboration with the Fitchburg Art Museum \nFriday\, March 3\, 2023\, 6:00-9:00 PM \nArtsWorcester Main Galleries \nCome by and celebrate the artists of Impact! \nThe natural world has always inspired artists with its beauty\, power\, and the raw materials it offers for artmaking. Today\, in the face of our climate crisis\, many artists bear witness to and represent environmental changes in their work–even as others draw from the beautiful ways humans have shaped and utilized the earth. For this eleventh annual “call and response” exhibition\, artist members are asked to consider humanity’s complex relationship with our environment through artworks on loan from the Fitchburg Art Museum. \nFree and open to the public. \nOn view February 25 through April 8\, 2023.  \nGallery hours run Thursdays through Sundays\, 12-5pm. \nParking is available at the Worcester Public Library (McGrath) Lot\, Federal Plaza Garage\, Worcester Common Garage\, and Pearl-Elm Garage. Metered street parking is also available. Please do not park in the lot across the street from the Printers Building; you will be immediately towed. \nWe thank our friends and partners at the Fitchburg Art Museum for sharing their collection so generously with our artists.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/opening-reception-impact/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230313T035900
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SUMMARY:Melt Pop-Up Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Presenting a two week long pop-up art gallery\, Melt. This culimnation of chaos represents a wide variety of local MA artists that has been curated by senior at Clark University\, Emily Steiger\, for her senior Capstone in Media\, Culturem and the Arts. The opening reception will have live music\, local vendors\, and refreshments to honor all the great work that these amazing artists have put forward. This exhibit will be a time for artists and the public to come together and unite over their chaos\, their mania\, their passion to create.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/melt-pop-up-art-gallery/
CATEGORIES:Art,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T045900
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SUMMARY:The Seagull presented by THTC Youth Acting Company
DESCRIPTION:February 24th 2023\, 7:00 pm\nFebruary 25th 2023\, 7:00 pm\nFebruary 26th 2023\, 2:00 pm \n  \nExperience Livy Scanlon’s 75-minute adaptation of Chekhov’s The Seagull\, presented by The Hanover Theatre Conservatory’s Youth Acting Company (YAC). In a letter dated 1895\, Anton Chekhov wrote\, “Believe it or not\, my friend\, I’m writing a play! It’s a comedy: three female roles\, six male\, four acts\, a great deal of conversation about literature\, very little action and ten tons of love.” The result of his efforts was The Seagull\, a slice-of-life portrait set on a modest estate in the Russian countryside at the turn of the century. The story focuses on the romantic and artistic conflicts between the young poet Constantine\, the ingenue Nina\, the fading actress Arkadina and the middlebrow story writer Boris Trigorin. Ultimately\, each of Chekhov’s motley cast of characters seeks fulfillment and\, in doing so\, delivers a humorous albeit bittersweet satire\, poking fun at human folly. \nThese performances will be held in The Brickbox Theater at 20 Franklin Street\, Worcester. \nTickets are $20. Seating is general admission. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/the-seagull-presented-by-thtc-youth-acting-company/
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Performance,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T045900
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SUMMARY:Downtown Worcester Winter Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of fun\, family-friendly\, wintertime activities at the Downtown Worcester Winter Festival\, presented by the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District and Perrone Landscaping\, on Saturday\, February 18 from 1-3pm on the Worcester Common. (Rain/Snow Date: Saturday\, February 25) \n\nIce skating\nCurling\nIce sculptures\nArt activities \nLocal food truck\nMeet your favorite Worcester team mascots\nAnd lots more!\n\nPLUS\, the first 100 festival attendees who donate a canned good or non-perishable food item for Woo Fridge will ice skate for FREE and receive a complimentary hot chocolate and cookie courtesy of Brew on the Grid and Worcester Beer Garden! \nSkate rental: $5 \nVisit our website to learn more. \n  \nSponsored by: Perrone Landscaping • Bay State Savings Bank • Howard Stein Hudson • Streeplus • Brew on the Grid / Worcester Beer Garden • ComputerVault • Kelleher & Sadowsky • O'Connor\, Maloney & Company • Paragus IT • Weston & Sampson • Worcester Business Development Corporation \nThis program is also supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. #wacfunded #powerofculture
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/downtown-worcester-winter-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Sports + Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180659Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception: The Nineteenth ArtsWorcester College Show
DESCRIPTION:Public reception: Friday\, February 10\, 2023\, 6:00-9:00 PM (snow date: February 11) \nArtsWorcester at the Davis Art Gallery \nCelebrate the artists of The Nineteenth ArtsWorcester College Show! \nAfter two years of virtual exhibitions\, the College Show returns in-person! The Nineteenth Annual College Show is a juried exhibition open to all undergraduate college students studying or residing in Massachusetts\, in any major. This year’s juror is Ellie Krakow\, Assistant Professor of Art and Mazmanian Gallery Director\, Framingham State University.  \nFree and open to the public. \nOn view February 9 through April 8\, 2023.\nGallery hours run Thursdays through Sundays\, 12-5pm. \nParking is available at the Worcester Public Library (McGrath) Lot\, Federal Plaza Garage\, Worcester Common Garage\, and Pearl-Elm Garage. Metered street parking is also available. Please do not park in the lot across the street from the Printers Building; you will be immediately towed. \nArtsWorcester exhibitions in the Davis Art Gallery take place courtesy of Davis Publications. \nThe Nineteenth Annual College Show is sponsored by Spectrum Health Systems and Reliant Medical Group. Additional support comes from Country Bank\, The Tax Guru & Financial Services\, the Worcester Business Development Corporation\, and Coghlin Electrical Contractors.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/opening-reception-the-nineteenth-artsworcester-college-show/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180607Z
UID:8879-1675832400-1675918740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Impact
DESCRIPTION:Call for Art \nImpact: A members' exhibition in partnership with the Fitchburg Art Museum \nRegistration Deadline: February 8\, 2023 \nDrop off period: February 16 – 19\, 2023  \nExhibition run: February 25 – April 8\, 2023 \nReception: March 3\, 2023\, 6-9 PM \nPick up period: April 13 – 16\, 2023 \nFor the eleventh annual Call and Response exhibition\, ArtsWorcester and the Fitchburg Art Museum invite artist members to bring one artwork that explores any way humanity and nature impact one another.  \nThe natural world has always inspired artists with its beauty\, power\, and the raw materials it offers for art-making. Today\, in the face of our climate crisis\, many artists bear witness to and represent environmental changes in their work–even as others draw from the beautiful ways humans have shaped and utilized the earth. \nArtist members are asked to consider humanity’s complex relationship with our environment\, along with one (or more) of ten artworks on loan from the Fitchburg Art Museum. These ten artworks explore a range of impacts on the natural world in their themes\, subject matter\, and materials. View the loan here.  \nThe Fitchburg Art Museum’s curatorial staff will select ten works from Impact by ArtsWorcester artist members to be exhibited at FAM with the loaned works. \nSubmitted artworks must correlate in some way to 1-3 artworks from the FAM loan. You will be asked to identify the work(s) that inspired your piece when submitting. All media are welcome\, including but not limited to fine craft\, painting\, photography\, sculpture\, digital\, and video. \nTo make room for all\, wall-hanging artworks must not exceed 36” in any direction including frame. Artworks that stand on the floor or on a pedestal are limited to 90” in height and 36” at the widest point. \nCurrent ArtsWorcester membership is required for all artists at the time of registration. There is no geographic restriction on membership\, but artists (or their proxy) must deliver and pick up all artwork. \nHave a question about the call\, or want to share what you’re thinking of submitting? Email alice@artsworcester.org or call the gallery at 508-755-5142. \nRegister your work here. \nWe thank our friends and partners at the Fitchburg Art Museum for sharing their collection so generously with our artists
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/call-for-art-impact/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230201T045900
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UID:9240-1675141200-1675227540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Break
DESCRIPTION:Curious about graffiti art or breakdancing? Mark Thomas\, along with his group of instructors\, will provide you with a non-judgmental space to express yourself creatively as you learn the history \n  \nand fundamentals of these two elements of Hip-Hop. There will also be a showcase during these workshops to highlight the over ten years experience and talents of the instructors. \nAges 12-17  \nThis program is sponsored by the Library Initiative for Teens and Tweens \n  \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/intro-to-break/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Dance,Free,Performance,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180637Z
UID:9245-1674795600-1674881940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Creator Studio: DIY Temporary Tattoos
DESCRIPTION:Design and print your own temporary tattoos!  \nAges 12-17.  \nRegister at: mywpl.org
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/creator-studio-diy-temporary-tattoos/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180638Z
UID:9255-1674536400-1674622740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Henna Party
DESCRIPTION:Gather your friends and come hang out to learn about the art of Henna and have Wicked Good Henna's Mandy Roberge create some henna tattoo art on you! \nAges 12-17. \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.  \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/henna-party/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180638Z
UID:9265-1674190800-1674277140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Creator Studio: Paper Terrariums
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Innovation Center as we make paper terrariums. All materials will be supplied.  \nAges 12-17.  \nRegister at: mywpl.org
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/creator-studio-paper-terrariums/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180639Z
UID:9280-1673931600-1674017940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Graffiti 101
DESCRIPTION:Curious about graffiti art or breakdancing? Mark Thomas\, along with his group of instructors\, will provide you with a non-judgmental space to express yourself creatively as you learn the history \nand fundamentals of these two elements of Hip-Hop. There will also be a showcase during these workshops to highlight the over ten years experience and talents of the instructors. \n  \nAges 12-17.  \nThis program is sponsored by the Library Initiative for Teens and Tweens \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/graffiti-101/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Free,Performance,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230115T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180639Z
UID:9285-1673672400-1673758740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Paint Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a "Bob Ross" inspired painting session! Chill out and paint along by following a step-by-step painting lesson! No experience necessary. \n For Ages 12 -17. \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/paint-party/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180647Z
UID:9381-1673586000-1673672340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Opening reception: Strut
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the artists featured in our latest members' exhibition! \nWearable or frameable\, these works are all about fashion\, textiles and styles. Prizes for Strut will be awarded by theo tyson\, Penny Vinik Curator of Fashion Arts at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts. This exhibition will also showcase five new pieces by Worcester designers acquired by the Worcester Historical Museum for its Costume Collection. \nFree and open to all; cash bar. \nMembers and Supporters' Preview begins at 5:00 PM \nOn view January 13 through February 12\, 2023. \nGallery hours run Thursdays through Sundays\, 12-5pm. Free and open to all. \nParking is available at the Worcester Public Library (McGrath) Lot\, Federal Plaza Garage\, Worcester Common Garage\, and Pearl-Elm Garage. Metered street parking is also available. Please do not park in the lot across the street from the Printers Building; you will be immediately towed. \n  \n(Snow date: Friday\, January 20\, 6:00-9:00 PM) \n  \n// (images clockwise from right) Trevor Toney\, Glam-O-Rama\, reconstituted East Indian rosewood\, Baltic birch plywood\, acrylic paint\, 11" x 8" x 2.25"\, 2022 \nAimee Cotnoir\, The Walk\, oil on canvas\, 15" x 30"\, 2022 \nMatthew Wright\, Andrae by Trifilo\, digital inkjet print\, 16" x 24"\, 2013
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/opening-reception-strut/
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Free,LGBTQ,Nightlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180640Z
UID:9290-1673586000-1673672340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Creator Studio: Vinyl Stickers
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to design and create your own vinyl stickers using our Cricut. We'll show you all you need to get started.  \nAges 12-17.  \nRegistration is required\, at: mywpl.org
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/creator-studio-vinyl-stickers/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230106T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180641Z
UID:9310-1672981200-1673067540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Creator Studio: Digital Art
DESCRIPTION:Today is all about digital art! Try out Procreate on our iPads\, and make something amazing! We'll be there to get you started.  \nAges 12-17.  \nRegistration is required. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/creator-studio-digital-art/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221230T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221231T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180622Z
UID:9058-1672376400-1672462740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Creator Studio: Open Lab
DESCRIPTION:Work on a project of your choosing in our Innovation Center.  \nAges 12-17. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/creator-studio-open-lab/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221229T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20220614T171909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T171909Z
UID:5338-1672340400-1672340400@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Technocopia Open Hack (our open house\, every Thursday!)
DESCRIPTION:Starting in April 2022\nOpen Hack is back! \nEvery Thursday night \nfrom 7-9 PM. \nWhat is "Open Hack"? \n\n\nWhat? 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. \n\n\nWhy? Because working on our creative projects is more fun when we do it together. You can also ask for a tour when you are here! \n\n\nWhen? Thursday nights at 7:00 PM!\n		  \n\n\n\n\nOpen Hacks and Crafts is a weekly event at Technocopia where we invite members and the public to share their ideas and projects with one another. It's an excellent place to learn more about who we are\, and meet new artisans and makers in an inspiring environment. \n\n\n\n\nNo need to register – all are welcome to show up to 44 Portland Street\, Worcester\, sixth floor. EventBrite listing. \n\n\nAll non-member visitors are welcome and must be buzzed in via the front door call box. \n\n\nFor directions and parking info\, click here. https://technocopia.org/directions
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/technocopia-open-hack-our-open-house-every-thursday-2022-12-29/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Gaming,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Nightlife,Tours,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221223T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221224T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180625Z
UID:9073-1671771600-1671857940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Creator Studio: Mug Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Innovation Lab as we decorate mugs! This project is great to keep for yourself\, or give as a gift to friends or family members.  \nAges 12-17.  \nRegister at: mywpl.org
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/creator-studio-mug-decorating/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20220614T171909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T171909Z
UID:5337-1671735600-1671735600@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Technocopia Open Hack (our open house\, every Thursday!)
DESCRIPTION:Starting in April 2022\nOpen Hack is back! \nEvery Thursday night \nfrom 7-9 PM. \nWhat is "Open Hack"? \n\n\nWhat? 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. \n\n\nWhy? Because working on our creative projects is more fun when we do it together. You can also ask for a tour when you are here! \n\n\nWhen? Thursday nights at 7:00 PM!\n		  \n\n\n\n\nOpen Hacks and Crafts is a weekly event at Technocopia where we invite members and the public to share their ideas and projects with one another. It's an excellent place to learn more about who we are\, and meet new artisans and makers in an inspiring environment. \n\n\n\n\nNo need to register – all are welcome to show up to 44 Portland Street\, Worcester\, sixth floor. EventBrite listing. \n\n\nAll non-member visitors are welcome and must be buzzed in via the front door call box. \n\n\nFor directions and parking info\, click here. https://technocopia.org/directions
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/technocopia-open-hack-our-open-house-every-thursday-2022-12-22/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Gaming,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Nightlife,Tours,Workshops + Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T235900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180101Z
UID:7670-1671494400-1671580740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: Strut
DESCRIPTION:call for art \nStrut \na juried members' exhibition of large-scale works \n  \nRegistration Deadline: December 20\, 2022 \nDrop off period: January 3 – 5\, 2023 or earlier by appointment (sign up for a drop-off time here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4faaad2aa7fe3-strut) \n*Options for drop offs before and between the holidays will be communicated closer to the deadline* \nExhibition run: January 12 – February 12\, 2023 \nReception: January 13\, 2023\, 6-9 PM \nPick up period: February 23 – 26\, 2023 \n  \nStrut your stuff at ArtsWorcester this coming January! For this non-juried exhibition\, all artist members are invited to exhibit one artwork that engages with fashion\, textiles\, and style. Prizes will be awarded by theo tyson\, Penny Vinik Curator of Fashion Arts at Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. \nArtworks could be wearable or may involve: \n// costume or apparel\, \n// cultural or historical traditions in clothing\, \n// fashion and trends\, \n// gender presentation\, \n// pattern\, structure\, and texture. \nTo make room for all\, wall-hanging artworks must not exceed 36” in any direction including frame. Artworks that stand on the floor or on a pedestal are limited to 90” in height and 36” at the widest point. \nCurrent ArtsWorcester membership is required for all artists at the time of registration. There is no geographic restriction on membership\, but artists (or their proxy) must deliver and pick up all artwork. \nThis is a non-juried\, open members’ exhibition. Each artist member may register one work\, and all registrations must be made online. All media are welcome\, including but not limited to fine craft\, painting\, photography\, sculpture\, digital\, and video. \nHave a question about the call\, or want to share what you’re thinking of submitting? Email alice@artsworcester.org or call the gallery at 508-755-5142. \n  \nRegister your work here: https://artsworcester.submittable.com/submit/14fc298d-0e21-4977-bc4f-0e0a1832c6b6/strut-a-members-exhibition?mc_cid=b510f69771&mc_eid=f466968b16  \n  \nArtsWorcester exhibitions are sustained in part by the generous support of the C. Jean and Myles McDonough Charitable Foundation. \nOngoing support comes from Mass Cultural Council. \n  \n///// (images left to right) Mikayla Williams\, Okay\, and!?\, digital media\, 10" x 10"\, 2022 \nLinda Dagnello\, Party of One\, oil on canvas\, 18" x 18"\, 2021 \nStevie Leigh\, Weave Me (Into Yr Sin)\, upcycled denim\, upcyled metal buttons\, 24" x 27" x 2"\, 2019
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/call-for-art-strut/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221220T235900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180101Z
UID:7685-1671494400-1671580740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Call for Art: The Nineteenth Annual College Show
DESCRIPTION:call for art \nThe Nineteenth Annual College Show \na juried\, in-person exhibition \nSubmission Deadline: December 20\, 2022 \nNotifications: by January 11\, 2023 \nDrop off: January 26 – January 29\, 2023\, or earlier by appointment  \nExhibition Dates: February 9 – April 8\, 2023 \nOpening Reception: February 10\, 2023\, 6-9 PM \nAfter two years of virtual exhibitions\, ArtsWorcester’s College Show returns in-person! The Nineteenth Annual College Show is a juried exhibition open to all undergraduate college students studying or residing in Massachusetts\, in any major. The deadline to submit is December 20 at midnight. Notifications will be made by January 11\, 2023. \nThe College Show has no theme. Bring us your favorite piece from your art class or your personal artistic practice\, or show off your latest experiment. You do not need to be an art student or in an art class to submit.  \nStudents may submit a maximum of three pieces for consideration\, and must complete a separate form for each piece. When submitting more than one piece\, please return to the original link to make additional submissions. \nSubmission is free to students of our institutional partners: Anna Maria College\, Assumption University\, Clark University\, College of the Holy Cross\, and Worcester State University. There is a nonrefundable $5 submission fee per submission for students of any other school. \nThis is a juried exhibition\, meaning that the juror will consider all eligible submissions and select certain artworks to be shown at ArtsWorcester. All media are welcome\, including but not limited to fine craft\, painting\, photography\, sculpture\, digital\, and video. Have a question about the call\, or want to share what you’re thinking of submitting? Email alice@artsworcester.org or call the gallery at 508-755-5142. \nCash prizes will be awarded and announced at the opening reception. This year’s juror is Ellie Krakow\, Assistant Professor of Art and Mazmanian Gallery Director\, Framingham State University. Learn more about the juror here.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/call-for-art-the-nineteenth-annual-college-show/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221217T045900
DTSTAMP:20260502T100903
CREATED:20230518T180519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180520Z
UID:8407-1671166800-1671253140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Opening Reception of Saffron Notes: Paintings of South Asian Women. A Solo Exhibition by Piya Samant
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the opening reception of Saffron Notes. An exhibition featuring featuring oil paintings of South Asian women by visual artist Piya Samant. There will be refreshments\, and a cash bar. This event is free and open to the public. This project is funded by a Worcester Arts Council and Mass Cultural Council grant. #wacfunded \nExhibition runs : December 7 – 21\, 2022. \nThe 'Saffron Notes' Story \nFor centuries\, western artists have celebrated women by portraying them as beautiful\, powerful\, and sometimes as nobility. Few parallels exist for South Asian women because we often think of them as playing their assigned roles in society. They have been captured as doting mothers\, loyal wives\, goddesses in temples\, and homemakers performing chores. Seldom does the art world see them as a muse and capture their beauty for who they are\, independent of their role in society. \nThis collection attempts to portray South Asian women in their ephemeral moments of solitude\, beauty\, and thoughts of self-worth\, free from societal burdens. — Piya Samant \nLet’s Connect: Instagram: @art.by.piyali\nFacebook: @artbypiyali | TikTok: @piyasamant | Website: https://www.artbypiyali.com/ \nArtist Bio: Born and raised in India\, Piya Samant now lives and paints in the awe-inspiring New England region\, USA. After pursuing a career in Technology\, she picked up the brush again in 2014 and commenced her full-time art practice.  Piya’s paintings are characterized by colorful\, light-filled canvases in a painterly style. Her work is exhibited in museums and galleries across USA. As a self-taught artist\, Piya has learned art techniques by observing artworks of Master artists. She is represented by PXPContemporary and ArtsPlus galleries. \nIn 2022\, Piya received a WCC/ Mass Cultural State grant to further her painting endeavors. \n​​​​​​​​​​​​Artist Statement: 'Beauty is fleeting and my desire to capture the beauty of life (be it human\, flora or fauna) is irresistable. I connect with people's body language more than their words. Through painting I attempt to immortalize the beauty of my subjects in their entirety; not just their face and body but also their character. Floral stilllifes are a delight to paint because I am able to project emotions onto unsuspecting flowers through the play of light and strategically placed brushstrokes.'
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/opening-reception-of-saffron-notes-paintings-of-south-asian-women-a-solo-exhibition-by-piya-samant/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,Nightlife,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Theatre,Tours
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