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SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (August)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n6/20: Rendezvous With Rama by Arthur C. Clarke \n7/18: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro \n8/15: The Quiet War by Paul J. McAuley
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-august-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (August)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genre. \n6/14: A Stolen Life by Jaycee Lee Dugard \n7/12: My Story by Elizabeth Smart \n8/9: Lucky by Alice Sebold 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-august/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Virtual American History Book Discussion (August)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history.  \n6/6: Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd \n8/1: Trust by Hernan Diaz \n  \nRegister https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/american-history-book-discussion-virtual-15/
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-american-history-book-discussion-august-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T000000
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SUMMARY:Anime Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you love anime?  \nJoin us as we watch and discuss a few episodes chosen by YOU!  \nSnacks will be served! This month's activity: Perler beads.  \nAges 12-17.  \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: Unibank\, The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Digital Federal Credit Union\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Country Bank \, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, the Worcester Public Library Foundation\, and the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/anime-club-2/
CATEGORIES:Free,Movies + Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230719T035900
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CREATED:20230522T134259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T134259Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (July)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n6/20: Rendezvous With Rama by Arthur C. Clarke \n7/18: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro \n8/15: The Quiet War by Paul J. McAuley
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-july-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230522T134252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T134252Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (July)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genre. \n6/14: A Stolen Life by Jaycee Lee Dugard \n7/12: My Story by Elizabeth Smart \n8/9: Lucky by Alice Sebold 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-july/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T035900
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SUMMARY:Life Hacks: Grocery Shopping & Cooking on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:Join Adele Mayer\, SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator\, as she gives you tips on how to shop when your budget is tight. \n She'll also be demonstrating easy ways to use the ingredients you buy to create something tasty. \nAges 12-17 \n  \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: Unibank\, The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Digital Federal Credit Union\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Country Bank \, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, the Worcester Public Library Foundation\, and the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/life-hacks-grocery-shopping-cooking-on-a-budget/
CATEGORIES:Food + Drink,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T035900
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SUMMARY:Artwork registration deadline: The 11th Annual One
DESCRIPTION:call for art: The Eleventh Annual One\nopen to all ArtsWorcester artist members! \nAll ArtsWorcester members are invited to participate in the Eleventh Annual One! Bring us the single piece you want to exhibit most\, regardless of medium or theme. To make room for all\, wall-hanging artworks–including sculptures that go on the wall–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. \n$500 in prizes will be awarded by Gloria Hall\, founding director of Art in the Park and Co-Chair of the Mechanics Hall Portraits Project. \nRegister your piece here. \nRegistration Deadline: June 28\, 2023\nDrop off period: July 13-16\, 2023\nExhibition run: July 27 – August 27\, 203\nReception: Wednesday\, July 26\, 5:30-8:30 PM\nPick up period: August 31 – September 3 \nThis is a non-juried\, open members’ exhibition that has no theme. Each artist 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. 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. \nCurrent ArtsWorcester membership is required to submit. If membership fees are a financial obstacle to participation\, please write alice@artsworcester.org or ask in the galleries about the Pay It Forward Fund. \nSee all current and upcoming ArtsWorcester exhibitions here.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/artwork-registration-deadline-the-11th-annual-one/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230625T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
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SUMMARY:Anime Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you love anime? Join us as we watch an episode or two of your favorite series! We’ll also have an activity or craft to do while we watch. This month’s activity: DIY Ramen! \nAges 12-17. \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: Unibank\, The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Digital Federal Credit Union\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Country Bank \, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, the Worcester Public Library Foundation\, and the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/anime-club-3/
CATEGORIES:Free,Movies + Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230522T134232Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (June)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n6/20: Rendezvous With Rama by Arthur C. Clarke \n7/18: Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro \n8/15: The Quiet War by Paul J. McAuley \nRegister https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/science-fiction-book-club-virtual-13/
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-june-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
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SUMMARY:Music of Leonardo Ciampa\, A Concert in Memory of Dr. Sherrill A. "Ted" Conna
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 16\, 2023\n7:30pm \nFREE ADMISSION \nFEATURING: Leonardo Ciampa\, organ & piano\nASSISTING ARTISTS: \nLetitia Stevens\, soprano\nDianne Spoto\, flute\nNino Ciampa\, percussion\nand The Henry Purcell Society of Boston (Jessica Cooper\, director) \n  \nABOUT MR. CIAMPA\nBorn in Boston in 1971\, composer/organist/pianist Leonardo Ciampa is a musician of international repute. Ciampa is Mechanics Hall Composer-in-Residence 2021-2023\, Director of Music at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Worcester\, MA (since 2019) and Maestro di Cappella Onorario of the Basilica in Gubbio\, Italy (since 2015). He was artistic director of organ concerts at MIT (2009-2016) and founding director of Arts MetroWest (2012-2019). As an organ recitalist\, Ciampa has made over a dozen European tours encompassing Italy\, Austria\, Germany\, and Switzerland. He is particularly admired in Italy\, where he has played in numerous international festivals (Festival Perosiano\, Festival Biellese\, Organi Storici della Valsesia\, Le Voci della Città\, Festival Organistico Lauretano\, Organi Vespera\, Reate Festival\, etc.). He has given organ recitals at cathedrals in Vienna\, New York City\,  Boston\, Lucca\, Altenberg\, Brandenburg\, Tortona and Biella; at basilicas in Rome\, Turin\, Loreto\, Tortona\, Gubbio\, Absam\, and Rieti; and at abbeys in Dürnstein and Camaiore.\n  \nABOUT DR. CONNA\nDr. Sherril A. "Ted" Conna (1931-2016) was a child psychiatrist\, social activist and passionate music lover\, and amateur pianist. For almost 50 years he had a highly respected career as a psychiatrist and teacher in Worcester and throughout New England. The son and grandson of professional musicians\, Dr. Conna had an insatiable love of music\, a love which he shared with his wife Mary Lou and his four children\, Ted\, David\, Edward\, and Sherilyn. \n  \nLETITIA STEVENS\, soprano\nBritish soprano Letitia Stevens has been praised for her expressive performances\, warm\, rich tone and comic timing. Ms. Stevens recently returned to singing soprano\, after many years singing mezzo-soprano: her first soprano role was Queen of the Night in Die Zauberflöte with Connecticut Lyric Opera\, November 2017\, a role she recently reprised with Opera51\, "a wonderful Queen of the Night!… high Fs are amazing!" In October 2021 she premiered a set of songs\, Les quatre éléments written for her by composer Leonardo Ciampa; at Mechanics Hall\, Worcester\, Massachusetts. Upcoming performances include a debut with Boston Bel Canto Opera\, singing excerpts of Il Trovatore\, Nella in Gianni Schicchi with Greater Worcester Opera\, and recitals in Boston\, at the Shaftesbury Fringe (Dorset\, UK) and in France. Her first post-COVID production was with Cambridge Chamber Ensemble\, covering Isabells in Wagner's Forbidden Love. Immediately pre-COVID she was fortunate to sing Madame Herz/Goldentrill in Der Schauspieldirektor with Rhode Island Opera on Tap\, as well as excerpts of Queen of the Night and Countess. In July 2019 she gave return recitals at Rozet and Marthon in south-west France\, about which Charente Libre wrote\, "…she ignited the room with a majestic interpretation…". In early 2019 she appeared as Rosalinde in Die Fledermaus with Lyric Opera Studio\, Weimar and before that she sang Cleopatra in Handel's Giulio Cesare with The Connecticut Virtuosi & Connecticut Lyric Opera. In 2018-2020 she was a semi-finalist in: The American Prize\, in both Opera and Art Song divisions; Talents of the World Competition and Harold Haugh Light Opera Competition. \n  \nDIANNE SPOTO\, flute\nDianne Spoto has enjoyed an exciting career in the music industry for over 25 years\, spanning a myriad of genres and styles. A classically trained flutist\, Ms. Spoto has also succeeded as a pop singer-songwriter\, music journalist\, and recording industry executive. \nA Syracuse\, New York native\, Ms. Spoto holds a Bachelor's Degree in Flute Performance from the New England Conservatory in Boston and a Master's Degree in Flute Performance and Mannes College of Music in New York City. Her teachers included Julius Baker\, Paula Robison\, Leone Buyse\, and Judith Mendenhall. \nMs. Spoto performs regularly with the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra\, Portland Symphony Orchestra\, Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP)\, and Bach\, Beethoven\, & Brahms Society\, among others. She has performed in concert halls around the country\, including New York City's Lincoln Center\, the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, and Boston's Symphony Hall and Jordan Hall. Ms. Spoto was a winner of the Syracuse Symphony Young Artist Competition\, and a two-time finalist in the James Pappoutsakis Memorial Flute Competition in Boston. \nShe has appeared on MTV\, VH1\, CBS and NBC News both as a performer and music journalist\, while she was Editor-in-Chief of Women Who Rock Magazine. Dianne wrote\, sang\, lead\, and played electronic flute in various bands\, including her live electronica project called Golden Age. \nWhen not teaching and performing\, Dianne enjoys living room karaoke and dance parties with her 10-year-old daughter and ginger rescue cat named Mama Petunia. \n  \nNINO CIAMPA\, percussion\nAntonino Salvatore "Nino" Ciampa (b.2004) is a composer\, arranger\, bandleader\, and multi-instrumentalist studying composition and percussion at the Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford. While attending high school in Acton\, MA\, he formed the group Nino Ciampa y su Orguesta which was the first ensemble for exclusively Latin music at the school. He has since started the Hartt Salsa All-Stars\, with whom he performs his original compositions and arrangements. \n  \nTHE HENRY PURCELL SOCIETY OF BOSTON\nThe Henry Purcell Society of Boston presents vibrant performances of the works of Henry Purcell and his English Baroque contemporaries. Using the texts\, conventions\, and styles of the period\, HPSOB collaborates with other arts organizations to celebrate the rich repertoire of this era and to make it relevant for today's audiences. HPSOB incorporated in 2013\, and was granted full 501(c)(3) non-profit status in 2014. In its first critical review\, the Boston Musical Intelligencer hailed the Henry Purcell Society of Boston as having "presented a smash-bang debut" of Welcome to all the Pleasures to a "packed house." Since then\, the HPSOB has successfully collaborated with local performing arts organizations\, fulfilling its mission of performing the full breadth of Purcell's compositions. \n  \n  \nRegistrants will have the option to make a tax-deductible donation at the time of reservation\, which will support Mechanics Hall concert programming\, and preservation and maintenance of our historic building as well as the world-renownedWorcester Organ (E. & G. G. Hook\, Op 334).
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/music-of-leonardo-ciampa-a-concert-in-memory-of-dr-sherrill-a-ted-conna/
CATEGORIES:Free,Music,Performance
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SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (June)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genre. \n6/14: A Stolen Life by Jaycee Lee Dugard \n7/12: My Story by Elizabeth Smart \n8/9: Lucky by Alice Sebold  \nRegister https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/true-crime-book-club-virtual-7/
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-june/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T035900
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SUMMARY:Worcester Public Library Summer Reading Party - Main Library
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, Teens\, and Adults\, join us at Worcester Public Library to help kick-off our "Find Your Voice" 2023 Summer Library Fest! We’ll have music\, lawn games\, crafts\, sidewalk chalk\, a fun photobooth\, therapy animals at limited locations\, and friendly staff waiting to help you sign up for our summer reading challenge for all ages. \nTrack your reading with Beanstack at mywpl.beanstack.org to earn cool prizes and chances to win a grand prize! Kids 17 and under who sign up will receive an ice cream coupon to redeem at Jerry’s Ice Cream Truck parked outside the libraries (while supplies last). Additional ice cream can be purchased with cash only. \nDJ Chuck Chillin will help create a fun party atmosphere while getting everyone moving and grooving! \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: Unibank\, The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Digital Federal Credit Union\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Country Bank\, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, the Worcester Public Library Foundation\, and the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-public-library-summer-reading-party-main-library/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230522T153215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T153215Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Worcester BID June Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our last Community Meeting of the season on Friday\, June 9 from 9-10am at Fuel America\, located at 6 Mercantile Street. Say hello to the location's new franchisee owner\, Tan\, and get a special behind-the-scenes tour of Fuel's coffee roastery! \nREGISTER HERE \nDowntown Worcester Community Meetings are always free and open to the public.  \nRemember: This is our last Community Meeting of the season. After this meeting\, we will take a brief summer hiatus and return for our next Community Meeting in September 2023.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/downtown-worcester-bid-june-community-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230606T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230522T134221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T134221Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual American History Book Discussion (June)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history.  \n6/6: Indigo Girl by Natasha Boyd \n8/1: Trust by Hernan Diaz \nRegister 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-american-history-book-discussion-june-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230526T035900
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SUMMARY:Redemption Rock Pop-Up Tasting at ArtsWorcester
DESCRIPTION:Redemption Rock Pop-Up Tasting: a beer premier at the ArtsWorcester Biennial! \nCelebrate the return of two of Redemption Rock Brewing’s most popular seasonal beers and enjoy more freshly-canned favorites at this free tasting event. Full pours will also be available for purchase\, with proceeds benefiting ArtsWorcester’s youth and outreach programs.  \nSip and savor their offerings at the ArtsWorcester Biennial\, a hyper-competitive exhibition showcasing some of the newest\, most cutting-edge artwork in the region. See if you agree with the judge’s selections for inclusion\, and the choices made for the top prizes. Plus\, meet Haley Cloonan-Lisi\, Redemption Rock’s in-house artist\, who designs their labels!  \nAttendees must be 21+ with valid ID. Admission to the tasting is free; 16 oz. pours available for purchase. Cash and all major credit cards accepted. \n  \n– On the menu – \n(NEW!) Mr. Vacation \n(NEW!) Guava Bunga! \nHop Rocks \nFizzle Fiends \nComplimentary tasting pours are 2-3 oz. each. Full 16 oz. pours available for $8 each. \n  \n– About the brews – \nMr. Vacation \nMaine-Grown Hoppy Pale Lager (5.2% abv) \nMr. Vacation is a hoppy pale lager that's brewed with 100% Maine-grown hops and grain – a hat-tip to Vacationland itself! It features a floral and lemony aroma\, light grain body\, and perfectly crisp finish. \nGuava Bunga! \nGuava & Lime Sour Ale (4.5% abv) \nBig guava flavor with hints of lime. Tart and light bodied and with a dry\, fizzy\, and puckering finish. \nHop Rocks \nWest Coast IPA (7% abv) \nHop Rocks is Redemption Rock’s year-round West Coast IPA. Brewed with Amarillo\, Mosaic\, and Chinook hops\, Hop Rocks (7% abv) features a massively dank and piney aroma with hints of grapefruit and apricot\, and a resiny and crisp body with an unrestrained bitterness. \nFizzle Fiends \nGrapefruit Hard Seltzer (5.5% abv) \nWhat’s crackin’\, fizzle fiends?! Redemption’s hard seltzer is super crisp and refreshing with just a hint of sweetness and fun rotating flavors! Fizzle Fiends was made in collaboration with our buds and Worcester’s leading seltzer aficionados\, the Seltzertime Podcast\, so you know it’s good!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/redemption-rock-pop-up-tasting-at-artsworcester/
CATEGORIES:Art,Events,Food + Drink,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
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UID:11980-1684886400-1684987140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Library Art Installation WPL Community Brainstorm Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Community Brainstorm Session in the Saxe Room at the Worcester Public Library\, 3 Salem Square\, on Wednesday\, May 24 from 5:30 to 7pm! \nWhat does it mean to belong? Explore the theme of belonging in this hands-on workshop facilitated by Creative Hub Worcester and share your ideas for the new "You Belong Here!" mural at the Worcester Public Library. Your ideas will be transformed into a mural created by artist Sharinna Travieso\, which will be installed on the Salem Street facade of the Main Library. \nThis workshop is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided (first come\, first served)! \nTo learn more about this public art project from the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District\, Worcester Public Library\, and Worcester Public Library Foundation\, click here. \nFor more information about the workshop\, please email: info@creativehubworcester.org.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/library-art-installation-wpl-community-brainstorm-session/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Free,Kid-friendly,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230522T152843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T152843Z
UID:11825-1684713600-1684814340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Historic Mechanics Hall
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission\nOpen to the Public\nRegistration Required\n  \nReserve your spot today!\nJoin us for a guided tour of our beautiful Worcester landmark and architectural treasure.\n  \nMechanics Hall is internationally regarded as one of the world's great concert halls for its superb acoustics and inspirational beauty. Regionally\, it is considered to be Worcester's finest meeting place. \n19th-century elegance\, modern amenities\, superior acoustics\, and red-carpet service combine to make Mechanics Hall a superb venue for performances\, recording sessions\, weddings and galas\, business events and more. \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. If you need assistance\, please contact the Mechanics Hall Ticket Office\, Monday through Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm\, by calling 508-752-5608.\n  \nMechanics Hall is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization owned and operated by the Worcester County Mechanics Association (est. 1842). It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.\n  \nLearn More | About Mechanics Hall | An Acoustical Masterpiece\nLearn About the 2020 Renovations | Inside Mechanics Hall | Mechanics Hall\nLearn About the Portraits of Mechanics Hall | The Portraits of Mechanics Hall | Mechanics
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/guided-tour-of-historic-mechanics-hall-3/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180740Z
UID:10709-1684540800-1684641540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Finding Your Jewish Roots (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have Jewish ancestors in your family tree? Learn about available genealogical resources and how to hopefully overcome any brick walls you may have encountered in your research.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/finding-your-jewish-roots-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T035900
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CREATED:20230518T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180742Z
UID:10744-1684540800-1684641540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Cooking Italian Favorites: Homemade Pasta with Pomodoro Sauce with Chef Vanessa
DESCRIPTION:You can make basic pasta from scratch easily at home and you can execute without the need for a pasta machine. This is a great option for those who want to make a delicious pasta dish without too much fuss! \nIn this session\, Chef Vanessa will demonstrate how to make a quick pasta dough\, cut into strands. She will also demonstrate on how to make a delicious Pomodoro Sauce sweetened with shredded carrots. This simple dish can easily be adapted to your own personal taste with extra virgin olive oil and parmesan cheese for finishing. \nChef Vanessa is a Certified Nutrition & Wellness Coach with a focus on helping individuals achieve a healthy lifestyle. Nourishing food should not be boring! Visit Chef Vanessa’s website and Instagram for more information. \n  \nSaxe Room
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/cooking-italian-favorites-homemade-pasta-with-pomodoro-sauce-with-chef-vanessa/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food + Drink,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T035900
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CREATED:20230518T180714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180718Z
UID:10478-1684540800-1684641540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Whole Kids 2023
DESCRIPTION:The event will take placce at the Worcester Common\, 455 Main Street\, Worcester on Saturday\, May 20th\, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. (Rain Dates is Sunday\, May 21st from 11:00am to 4:00pm)
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/whole-kids-2023/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Seasonal + Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180738Z
UID:10694-1684195200-1684295940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Genealogy Club (May)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-genealogy-club-may-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180717Z
UID:10468-1684195200-1684295940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (May)
DESCRIPTION: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. \n3/21: The Gone World by Tom Sweterlitsch \n4/18: Goldilocks by Laura Lam \n5/16: Ringworld by Larry Niven
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-may-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180741Z
UID:10734-1683936000-1684036740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Eternals Lions Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Eternals lion dance team was established in March of 2022. It celebrates a centuries old tradition that consists of intricate acrobatic moves to make the lion look big\, so it is able to chase away evil spirits and make way for good luck all year through. The incredibly popular Eternals lion dance team has performed for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu\, Governors Maura Healy and Charlie Baker\, Mayor Joseph Petty\, and many more. \n  \nSaxe Room
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/eternals-lions-dance/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Performance,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230514T035900
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CREATED:20230518T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180742Z
UID:10739-1683936000-1684036740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:So Many Diets! with Judy Palken\, Registered Dietitian
DESCRIPTION:There are a lot of diets out there – let's discuss a few. You will discover that some\, despite being famous and having devoted followings\, are problematic and unhealthful. Others… not so bad. Join us and learn how to evaluate them for yourself.       \nPresented by Judy Palken\, a registered dietitian\, who provides the information and guidance to help you make effective and healthful dietary changes.   \n  \nFirst Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/so-many-diets-with-judy-palken-registered-dietitian/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230522T152848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T152848Z
UID:11830-1683849600-1683950340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Opening reception: The 20th ArtsWorcester Biennial
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 12\, 2023\, 6:00-9:00 PM \nJoin us for the oopening reception of The 20th ArtsWorcester Biennial in partnership with the Worcester Art Museum! \nThe year 2023 marks the twentieth ArtsWorcester Biennial\, an exhibition that has included 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. Join us for a public reception celebrating the artists featured in one of our most selective exhibitions\, and find out who will take home top honors\, including the Sally Bishop Biennial Prize. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Members and supporters' preview begins at 5:00 PM; cash bar 6:00-9:00 PM. \nArtsWorcester\, 44 Portland Street \n  \n  \nIn partnership with the Worcester Art Museum \nSupport comes from Mass Cultural Council \nSponsored by Unibank\, Interstate Specialty Products\, and Sadick Public Adjusters
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/opening-reception-the-20th-artsworcester-biennial/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180750Z
UID:10865-1683849600-1683950340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Worcester BID May Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District for our May Community Meeting at the Worcester Beer Garden\, 64 Franklin Street! This month\, we'll be joined by David Conner and Al Green\, co-founders of Queer the Scene (QTS) and Pride Worcester organizers. They'll tell us about their work in the city — including one of their latest QTS events: "The Best Little Drag Brunch in Worcester\," which is hosted at the Beer Garden! \nREGISTER HERE \nDowntown Worcester Community Meetings are always free and open to the public.  \nThe BID can provide an interpreter for this event if requested at least 2 weeks in advance. Please contact us to request accommodations. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/downtown-worcester-bid-may-community-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,LGBTQ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180728Z
UID:10604-1683676800-1683777540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (May)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genre. \n  \nMarch 8: Hell Town by Casey Sherman   \nApril 12: We Keep the Dead Close by Becky Cooper   \nMay 10: Know My Name by Chanel Miller  
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-may-4/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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CREATED:20230518T180714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180717Z
UID:10473-1683676800-1683777540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (May)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genre. \n  \nMarch 8: Hell Town by Casey Sherman   \nApril 12: We Keep the Dead Close by Becky Cooper   \nMay 10: Know My Name by Chanel Miller  
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-may-3/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230508T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T035900
DTSTAMP:20260504T060134
CREATED:20230518T180725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180725Z
UID:10563-1683504000-1683604740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:De-Stress with Dogs (May)
DESCRIPTION: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 Partner of the Pet Partners organization. \nFirst Floor Ellipse
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/de-stress-with-dogs-may/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Worcester
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