Worcester Public Library

Eat Like the French with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian

How is it that French women can eat all those croissants, yet stay slim and healthy? Join us to learn well-established habits of French women (and maybe men) that have to do with many aspects of eating - including timing of meals, portion sizes, and attitude!  Presented by Judy Palken, […]

Worcester Public Library

Turning Memories Into Transformational Stories with Leslie-Ann Murray (Virtual)

This virtual workshop will teach emerging writers how to turn their memories into transformational stories whether they want to write privately or to be published. Personal Stories Matter because you can use your voice to harness social, political, and cultural change, not only for a just society but an equitable […]

Worcester Public Library

De-Stress with Dogs (March)

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 […]

Mechanics Hall

Guided Tour of Historic Mechanics Hall

Free Admission Open to the Public Registration Required   Reserve your spot today! Join us for a guided tour of our beautiful Worcester landmark and architectural treasure.   Mechanics Hall is internationally regarded as one of the world's great concert halls for its superb acoustics and inspirational beauty. Regionally, it […]

Worcester Public Library

Saint Patrick’s Day Sundae Party

Join us for a Saint Patrick’s Day celebration! Make your own ice cream sundae, try your luck at our prize wheel, create greeting cards, and get your face painted. Special performance by Murphy Academy of Irish Dance at 3:00 pm! All ages welcome! 

Worcester Public Library

Fusion Food: Red Lentil Hummus & Homemade Indian Roti Bread with Chef Vanessa

Cooking fusion food is a wonderful way to combine the flavors of various cuisines and has been around for quite some time. It is also very common in a lot of restaurants where chefs put a spin on different dishes, adding global ingredients to execute delicious results. Chef Vanessa is […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (March)

Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. 3/21: The Gone World by Tom Sweterlitsch 4/18: Goldilocks by Laura Lam 5/16: Ringworld by Larry Niven

Worcester Public Library

Nowruz Celebration

Learn about the Persian New Year and celebrate the beginning of spring with crafts, snacks and festivities for all ages! Nowruz, also spelled Nauruz, Norooz or Nevruz, is a festival of renewal and springtime celebrated in many countries, including Iran and Afghanistan. Saxe Room

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Genealogy Club (March)

Please join fellow genealogists from WPL and the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists as we meet via Zoom to informally discuss the joys and challenges of sharing our passion for family history. Bring your curiosity, your latest research and those stubborn brick walls. All are welcome.

ArtsWorcester

Call for Art: The Twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial

CALL FOR ART: Twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial Submission Deadline: March 22 First Round of Notifications: by March 30 Drop off for in-person jurying: April 13 - 16 Final Round of Notifications: by April 20 Exhibition Dates: May 4 through July 9 Artwork pickup: July 13 - July 16   The year 2023 marks the […]

Worcester Public Library

Great American Read Book Club (March)

Join us to discuss some of the most popular novels in the United States! 3/22: The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown 4/26: The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks 5/24: Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte

Jean McDonough Arts Center

2023 Kennedy Community Health Hero Costume Party

Kennedy Community Health is pleased to announce its 2023 Hero Costume Party on Friday, March 24th at the Jean McDonough Arts Center in Worcester! The 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 […]

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