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SUMMARY:Encanto - Movies on the Common
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Worcester Cultural Development Division\, Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District\, and Worcester Cultural Coalition on Thursday\, July 21st downtown at the Worcester Common for the first installment of this season’s “Movies on the Common” series. \nStep into the magical world of Disney’s “Encanto” to discover a heartfelt and whimsical family story for all to enjoy! \nThe movie will begin at sundown\, though movie-goers may want to arrive as early as 6:30pm to select their seats. Available space is on a first-come\, first serve-basis -attendees may bring their own blankets or chairs or use seating available on the Common. Refreshments can be purchased on-site\, or attendees can bring their own. \nEnglish closed captioning available for the Deaf and hard of hearing. \nDisney’s “Encanto” (2021) – PG; 99 minutes: \nDeep in the Colombian mountains\, the Madrigal family possesses an extraordinary secret. Each member of the family is able to perform magic. Yet at the heart of the family is 15-year-old Mirabel\, who does not seem to possess any unusual abilities. Faced with this harsh reality\, Mirabel struggles to reconcile her place within her family while searching for who she truly is. \nThe next Movies on the Common event on August 18th will be a screening of "Spider-Man: No Way Home."
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/encanto-movies-on-the-common/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Movies + Film,Nightlife
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SUMMARY:John Philip Sousa National Honor Band NE Region Concert
DESCRIPTION:Fun Fact: The 2022 Band consists of 90 students from 25 states! \nAbout the John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band:\nThe John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band was formed in 1981 and met biannually for over twenty years under the direction of Col. John R. Bourgeois\, former conductor of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band of Washington\, D.C. The group met for many years in Washington\, D.C. and also in New Orleans\, Louisiana. It met most recently in Boston\, Massachusetts\, presenting a concert in historical Fanueil Hall under the director of Col. Jason Fettig\, the present conductor of the United States Marine Band. The members of the Board of Directors of the John Philip Sousa Foundation are pleased to be able to offer the event once again. Students who were in grades 9 – 12 in September of 2021 from all fifty states and territories of the United States of America were invited to audition for this 2022 Sousa Honor Band. \nConcert Program:\nWho's Who in Navy Blue- John Philip Sousa\nFirefly – Ryan George\nIrish Tune from County Derry – Percy Aldridge Grainger\nFour Scottish Dances – Malcolm Arnold (trans. John P. Paynter)\nAmerica\, The Beautiful – Samuel Ward (arr. Carmen Dragon)\nFrank L. Battisti – Guest Conductor\nHymn for the Innocent – Julie Giroux\nConga del Fuego Nuevo – Arturo Marquez (arr. Nicel)\nThe Stars and Stripes Forever – John Philip Sousa
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/john-philip-sousa-national-honor-band-ne-region-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Tours,Towns,Worcester
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UID:3526-1655596800-1655683140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Youth Orchestra of San Antonio
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Orchestra of San Antonio performs at Mechanics Hall while on their New England Tour \nThe mission of Youth Orchestras of San Antonio\, the premier orchestral experience for youth citywide\, is to enhance education\, enrich the community\, and transform lives by pursuing excellence in classical music in a stimulating\, nurturing\, and fun environment that is equally accessible to all youth. \nYOSA provides young musicians of all backgrounds the opportunity to play music together so they can learn\, grow\, and thrive while connecting with the community. YOSA changes kids’ lives through music. We provide transformative music experiences to more than 2\,500 young musicians ages 8-20 through YOSA Orchestras\, YOSA Summer Symphony Camp\, and YOSA School Partnerships. YOSA connects motivated young musicians together and provides a world-class experience that helps youth grow creatively\, academically\, and socially. \nYOSA envisions a community where all musically-inclined youth in San Antonio have a chance to pursue their interests and maximize their potential. YOSA seeks ways to remove financial and social barriers to high-quality music education and designs its activities around this purpose.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/youth-orchestra-of-san-antonio/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Worcester Tercentennial 5K Road Race
DESCRIPTION:You're invited to run or walk in the Worcester Tercentennial 5K Road Race\nRegister on Racewire: https://racewire.com/register.php?id=12702 \nDate: Saturday\, June 11\, 2022.\nTercentennial 5k start time: 9:00 a.m.\nLocation: Downtown Worcester MA. The race start and finish will be located on Mechanic Street at Commerical Street (across from Mercantile Plaza). Full course will be posted here soon.\n \nEntry Fees\nFees are paid on the ONLINE REGISTRATION page\nEarly bird (until 4/30/2022): $30\n5/1/2022 to 6/10/2022*: $33\nOn race day 6/11/2022: $35\n*Online registration closes Saturday\, June 10 at 6:00 p.m. \nSorry\, no refunds and no pets allowed. \nWorcester Tercentennial 5K  t-shirts for all entrants.\nConfirm your entry here\n \nOn-Site Registration\, Race number and T-shirt pick-up\nPacket pickup will be hosted by Sneakerama on Friday\, June 10 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.\nLocation: Sneakerama Running Store\n12 Lake Ave\nWorcester\, MA 01604\nP: 508-799-7278\nOnsite entry fee: $35\n \n \nRace Day Registration\, Race number and T-shirt pick-up\nPacket pickup starts from 8:00 a.m. until the start of the Tercentennial 5k at 9:00 a.m.\nLocation: Mercantile Plaza on Mechanic Ct. in Downtown Worcester. \nNote: Mechanic Street is located one block north from Worcester City Hall\, Worcester MA\nOnsite entry fee: $35\n  \nParking & Transportation\nThe city is pleased to offer free parking in municipal lots and garages in downtown Worcester for those participating in and attending Tercentennial events. In addition\, the WRTA continues its fare-free program\, and public transportation is highly encouraged. The WRTA Central Bus hub is a .2 mile (5-minute) walk from Mercantile Plaza. \nParking lot addresses & map available at https://www.worcesterma.gov/parking \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-tercentennial-5k-road-race/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Events,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Regions,Tercentennial,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Worcester Tercentennial Community Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Worcester’s past\, present\, future and creative cultural community at the Tercentennial Community Festival on and around the Worcester Common from Noon to 5PM on Saturday\, June 11. \nFestival programming to include over 200 local vendors\, merchants and artists along with food\, music and cultural performances programmed in part by stART on the Street\, the Creative Hub Worcester and Main Idea. \nFood vendors\, artists and performers to be announced. \nThe city is pleased to offer free parking in municipal lots and garages downtown Worcester for patrons attending any Tercentennial events. In addition\, the WRTA continues its fare-free program\, making the events accessible to all. Public transportation is highly encouraged.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-tercentennial-community-festival/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Tercentennial
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SUMMARY:Worcester Tercentennial Cultural Parade
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Tercentennial Parade celebrating Worcester's diverse and eclectic makeup featuring cultural organizations\, schools\, neighborhood groups and more! \nStay for the Community Festival on the Worcester Common and surrounding streets with food\, music\, art and more beginning at Noon! \nThe City is pleased to offer free parking in municipal lots and garages downtown Worcester for patrons attending any Tercentennial events. In addition\, the WRTA continues its fare-free program\, making the events accessible to all. Public transportation is highly encouraged.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-tercentennial-cultural-parade/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Dance,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Tercentennial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T235900
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SUMMARY:Blippi The Musical
DESCRIPTION:It's a bird\, it's a tractor…it's BLIPPI THE MUSICAL! \nBlippi The Musical brings the energetic and loveable character Blippi off the\nscreen and onto the stage with world class production\, audience engagement and amazing music.\nChildren from the ages of 2 to 7 years old across the world have quickly taken a liking to Blippi’s charismatic personality and innovative teaching lessons! In the Live show they will continue to\nlearn about the world around them while singing and dancing along with this one of a kind show. \nThis show contains Flashing Lights\, Haze (Fog)\, and Confetti\nThere is an 8 (eight) ticket limit for this event for single ticket sales. \nTickets are $68\, $52 and $42 depending on seat location. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/blippi-the-musical/
CATEGORIES:Kid-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T235900
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SUMMARY:Afternoon of Brass: Honoring Local Firefighters
DESCRIPTION:Honoring our local Firefighters with eclectic\, uplifting classical music arranged for brass\, percussion\, organ\, and chorus. \nSCHEDULE\n2:00-5:00 PM: Face Painting\n3:00-4:00 PM: Tribute to Local Firefighters\nFirefighters receive a 50% off discount if wearing their official firefighter uniform or gear. \n4:15-6:00 PM: Pitzen Brass Resurrection \nPROGRAM\nTribute to Local Firefighters \n\nNimrod\, Elgar\nFanfare for the Common Man\, Copland\nNearer My God to Thee\, Mason\nHymn to the Fallen\, Williams (with video projection: "Honoring our Local Firefighters")\nBe Still My Soul\, Sibelius\nResurrection Symphony Finale\, Mahler. Premiering with chorus "a spectacular arrangement that precisely frames the gravitas and aspiration of the original work" Lawrence B. Johnson\n\nPitzen Brass Resurrection \n\nFeierlicher Einzug\, Strauss\nCanzona in Echo Duodecimi Toni\, Gabrieli\nFanfare pour précéder La Péri\, Dukas\nBruckner Etüde für das tiefe Blech\, Crespo\nFest- und Gedenksprüche\, Brahms\nThe Earle of Oxford's Marche\, Byrd\nSusato Suite\, Susato\nPraise the Lord with drums and cymbals\, Karg-Elert\nFuneral March\, Grieg\nGathering of the Armies\, Wagner\n\nFEATURING \n\nEmcee – Brian McCreath\nOrgan – Leonardo Ciampa\nBay Colony Brass – Lawrence Isaacson\nNew World Chorale – Holly Krafka\nPitzen Brass Resurrection – Mitchell Arnold\n\nMORE INFORMATION\nJohn Williams\, Hymn to the Fallen arr. Daniel Drage\n"The 'Hymn to The Fallen' is one of John Williams most astounding pieces. The simple tune carries the weight of all [who have fallen]. From the snare solo in the beginning\, the theme begins softly\, with a beautiful choral part. The music is never too sad or depressing. Even when the tension builds\, the tears that are yanked from your eyes come not from the sadness of the piece\, but from its profound beauty. One of the most glorious parts of the track is the brass’ interpretation of the theme. It rises up in dignity\, and dies back down\, letting way for another\, stronger rendition of the theme\, once again with the [simple tune]. The [music] swells in a majestic\, grandiose rendition\, building up to the soaring climax\, and sweeping down back to the calm. A lonely duet leads into the conclusion\, with the snare drum growing only to fade back." -Frank Lehman \nGustav Mahler\, ‘Resurrection’ Symphony Finale arr. Stephen Bulla\nOn everyone's bucket list should be a live performance of the Mahler 2 Finale. It is truly the best music ever written. The entire work is just too long for most listeners to bear (over 80 minutes) but this unique arrangement is only 11 minutes in length. It was premiered by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass on 15-DEC-2021 … "The concert’s finale was the definition of grand: a broad swath of the closing movement from Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony in a spectacular arrangement that precisely framed the gravitas and aspiration of the original work. Off-stage trumpets summoned the chaos of purgatory before the reunited ensemble began the long\, swelling musical ascent of transmigration. So closely did Mulcahy and his musicians\, augmented by timpani and percussion\, mirror the full orchestral context of Mahler’s work – again banishing from mind the absence of strings and woodwinds – that one might have forgotten entirely about the other missing element: the chorus." … https://chicagoontheaisle.com/2021/12/16/cso-brass-measure-up-to-golden-reputationwith-sonorous-fare-capped-by-blazing-mahler/ \nOur Mechanics Hall premiere is including "the other missing element" (the chorus). It will be completely over the top. Don't miss your chance to hear it! \nThe finale music is aptly described: "Once more we must confront terrifying questions\, and the atmosphere is the same as at the end of the third movement. The voice of the Caller is heard. The end of every living thing has come\, the last judgment is at hand and the horror of the day of days has come upon us. The earth trembles\, the graves burst open\, the dead arise and march forth in endless procession. The great and the small of this earth\, the kings and the beggars\, the just and the godless all press forward. The cry for mercy and forgiveness sounds fearful in our ears. The wailing becomes gradually more terrible. Our senses desert us\, all consciousness dies as the Eternal Judge approaches. The last trump sounds; the trumpets of the Apocalypse ring out. In the eerie silence that follows\, we can just barely make out a distant nightingale\, a last tremulous echo of earthly life. The gentle sound of a chorus of saints and heavenly hosts is then heard: 'Rise again\, yes\, rise again thou wilt!' Then God in all His glory comes into sight. A wondrous light strikes us to the heart. All is quiet and blissful. Lo and behold: there is no judgment\, no sinners\, no just men\, no great and no small; there is no punishment and no reward. A feeling of overwhelming love fills us with blissful knowledge and illuminates our existence.” https://gustavmahler.com/symphonies/mahler-symphony-2.html
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/afternoon-of-brass-honoring-local-firefighters/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Whole Kids 2022\, Summer Recreation Worcester Kick-Off Event
DESCRIPTION:‘Whole Kids 2022’ event to kick-off summer\nRecreation Worcester programming and all other\nsummer programming in Worcester\nWorcester –City of Worcester to kick-off summer programming by partnering with local\nyouth serving agencies to offer registration opportunities at family friendly events.\n“Whole Kids 2022” will be a chance for Recreation Worcester and community partners to\ninform and recruit families for the community offerings and resources this summer. As the\ncity’s Division of Youth Opportunities transitions into the summer camp season\, this event\nwill offer the opportunity to recruit young people and their families to take full advantage\nof the resources that will be available during the summer months.\nWHAT: Whole Kids 2022\, summer Recreation Worcester kick-off event\nWHERE: Worcester Common\, 455 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA\nWHEN: 11-4 p.m.\, Sunday\, May 21st\, 2022.\n“Whole Kids 2022” is part of the City Manager’s initiative Recreation Worcester and will\noffer food trucks\, music\, games and a special appearance by the Special Olympics\nABOUT RECREATION WORCESTER\nRecreation Worcester’s summer program is a free program for kids ages 7-13 featuring\nsports\, exercise\, educational\, and arts activities from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through\nFriday. This year’s program has been extended 3 additional weeks and will run from\nTuesday\, June 21st to Tuesday\, August 29th.\nThe summer program is now in its seventh year. A companion after-school program is now\nmoving into its sixth year. More than 10\,000 young people have attended the program since\nits inception.\nCommunity partners will once again help facilitate free educational activities throughout the\nsummer. Partners include:\nDistrict Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\nWorcester Fire Department\nSpecial Olympics\nWoo Sox\n… and many more!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/whole-kids-2022-summer-recreation-worcester-kick-off-event/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Tee Off For WPL! Family Fun Day Mini Golf
DESCRIPTION:This fun-filled event will see the WPL Main Library transformed into an 18-hole mini golf course with greens and holes winding through the stacks. Saturday is Family Fun Day and will offer a mini golf event for the whole family. Ticket price is $5 per golfer (children 5 and under are free) with a max of $20 per family. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/tee-off-for-wpl-family-fun-day-mini-golf/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T235900
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UID:3434-1653091200-1653263940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Trolls LIVE!
DESCRIPTION:Four shows! May 21-22\, 2022 \nThe journey begins when the Trolls’ Hug Time is unexpectedly put at risk. Knowing that the only way to save it is by doing what the Trolls do best\, Poppy hosts a toe-tapping\, Trolls-tastic show\, jam-packed with all the epic music\, glitter\, humor and happiness only the Trolls can create. This is one Trolls party you won’t want to miss! \nTickets are $19\, $23\, $28\, $33\, $38\, $48 and $68 depending on seat location. \nLimited VIP seats available for $108. including premium show seating\, a souvenir lanyard and an after-show Meet & Greet with your favorite hosts\, Poppy and Branch! Please Note: Each adult & child (aged 1 & up) must have a VIP ticket. Pick up your VIP packet at the VIP check-in table prior to the show. \nPlease contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) or visit TheHanoverTheatre.org for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/trolls-live/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Movies + Film,Performance,Theatre,Towns,Worcester
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UID:3427-1653091200-1653177540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Whole Kids
DESCRIPTION:WHOLE KIDS 2022! – Athletics \nGood day\, Worcester Families. We’d like to invite you to our summer kick-off Whole kids event on May 21st at the Worcester Common. We will have food\, music\, and activities for the whole family. We will also have a slew of programs you can sign your kids up for this summer as well as other needed programming for your family. If you don’t want to wait\, you can sign your children up for rec woo today here ➡️➡️ http://tinyurl.com/recwoo-summer2022 \nWHERE: Worcester Common\, 455 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA  \nWHEN: 11-4 p.m.\, Sunday\, May 24th\, 2022. \nFollow us on social media:  City of Worcester Division of Youth Opportunities | Facebook\, Div. of Youth Opportunities (@worcester_dyo) • Instagram photos and videos\, #WorcesterYouth  Contact us: (508)799-1328\, youth@worcesterma.gov. Sign up for Recreation Worcester’s summer program via this URL: http://tinyurl.com/recwoo-summer2022 Website: https://www.worcesterma.gov/recreation-worcester \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/whole-kids/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Dance,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Performance,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Samuel Staples 200th Birthday Party!
DESCRIPTION:Samuel Staples turns 200! \nJoin us at 30 Elm Street for the official release of Redemption Rock’s new beer “Rescue from Oblivion…\,” created to celebrate the 200th birthday of Staples\, the founder of today’s Worcester Historical Museum. \nFor more information and to register: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ej6m50s2d4743037&oseq=&c=&ch= \nGuests will enjoy their first taste of this collaboration – a pre-prohibition corn lager – at the birthday celebration. Plus Worcester Monopoly and Worcester Jeopardy where the winners get bragging rights. Plus a chance to win the first four pack of “Rescue from Oblivion…” before it goes on sale. \nJoin the Staples birthday party as we celebrate on Thursday\, May 19 at 5:30PM at Worcester Historical Museum. Come “Rescue from oblivion!”
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/samuel-staples-200th-birthday-party/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,Tercentennial,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T154100
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T164100
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180347Z
UID:3432-1652197260-1652200860@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Live! Neighbor Day
DESCRIPTION:In this whimsical\, family-friendly theatrical event\, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe\, sharing stories of friendship\, helping others\, and celebrating new experiences. The live show features new songs as well as fan-favorites from the series\, including the beloved “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” The live theatrical production is filled with music\, dancing\, and wonderful surprises that will warm the hearts of preschoolers\, parents and grandparents alike. \nMills Entertainment is pleased to bring you this theatrical production with enhanced safety protocols in place. In addition to the safety measures put in place The Hanover Theatre\, Mills Entertainment requires all attendees over the age of two to wear a face covering\, regardless of vaccination status. While the show must go on\, we are committed to bringing live entertainment back safely and creating an environment for our audience members\, crew and cast members to enjoy this experience with an enhanced level of protection. \nJoin Daniel\, O the Owl\, Miss Elaina\, Katerina Kittycat\, Prince Wednesday\, and more familiar friends when they come to your Neighborhood! \nTickets are $29\, $39 and $75 with a post performance Meet and Greet. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/daniel-tigers-neighborhood-live-neighbor-day/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180348Z
UID:3452-1652140800-1652227140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Live! Neighbor Day
DESCRIPTION:In this whimsical\, family-friendly theatrical event\, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe\, sharing stories of friendship\, helping others\, and celebrating new experiences. The live show features new songs as well as fan-favorites from the series\, including the beloved “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” The live theatrical production is filled with music\, dancing\, and wonderful surprises that will warm the hearts of preschoolers\, parents and grandparents alike. \nMills Entertainment is pleased to bring you this theatrical production with enhanced safety protocols in place. In addition to the safety measures put in place The Hanover Theatre\, Mills Entertainment requires all attendees over the age of two to wear a face covering\, regardless of vaccination status. While the show must go on\, we are committed to bringing live entertainment back safely and creating an environment for our audience members\, crew and cast members to enjoy this experience with an enhanced level of protection. \nJoin Daniel\, O the Owl\, Miss Elaina\, Katerina Kittycat\, Prince Wednesday\, and more familiar friends when they come to your Neighborhood! \nTickets are $29\, $39 and $75 with a post performance Meet and Greet. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/daniel-tigers-neighborhood-live-neighbor-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180351Z
UID:3485-1651795200-1651881540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:I am: Hayti !
DESCRIPTION:"I am Hayti" Is an evening of fun and elegance. In the name of the Empire of Hayti\, come and enjoy visual and performing arts\, local vendors\, and discover culture and history; also come and meet a new member of the Worcester Community: the international artist Jean-Sebastien Duvilaire from www.jsddance.com as the artistic director and curator of this event. \nA night to come and enjoy with your familly! And though donation and purchase in our market place is encouraged\, this event is 100% FREE to the general public. \nCome and enjoy yourselves at the JMAC in Worcester on Friday night\, May 6 2022 between 6pm and 9pm. There will be a bar for refreshments\, and free tasting of Haitian delicaties. \nHope to see you there !!!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/i-am-hayti/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Dance,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Music,Nightlife,Performance,Readings + Talks,Seasonal + Holiday,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221229T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180351Z
UID:3489-1651708800-1672358340@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/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Gaming,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Nightlife,Tours,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180357Z
UID:3380-1651276800-1651363140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Cleanups (32nd Annual)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 30th\, from 8am-12pm\, to celebrate over 30 years of Earth Day Cleanups and help keep our streets\, parks and neighborhoods clean and beautiful!  \nRegister here: https://bit.ly/RECEarthDay \nWAYS TO GET INVOLVED: \n Register as a Site Coordinator: A good option if you have a small group\, team\, or business that would like to participate. Site Coordinators identify a street\, neighborhood\, garden or park to clean up and help coordinate with volunteers at that space. The REC will supply materials including bags\, gloves\, and protective eyewear\, coordinate trash pickup by DPW\, and provide additional support. \n Register as a volunteer: You can choose a site to clean up or we'll help to place you at a site that needs extra hands. \n Please email earthday@recworcester.org with any questions!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/earth-day-cleanups-32nd-annual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180358Z
UID:3486-1651104000-1651190340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Technocopia Open Hack (our open house!)
DESCRIPTION:Starting in April 2022 \nOpen Hack is back!\nevery Thursday night\nfrom 7-9 PM. \nWhat is "Open Hack"? \n  \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\n\nAll non-member visitors are welcome and must be buzzed in via the front door call box. \n  \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/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180406Z
UID:3469-1650672000-1650758340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Autism Super Hero 5k Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION:Autism Super Hero 5k Run/Walk.  Newly certified 5 k race course.  Celebration in the park immediately following the race.  Vendors\, music\, Kid's Fun Run.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/autism-super-hero-5k-run-walk/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180407Z
UID:3481-1650585600-1650671940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Trivia Night: Children's Literature via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to test your knowledge of children's literature! Play solo or organize a team! For security purposes\, participants' videos will be disabled\, so no need to worry about having a working webcam to play. The ability to view slides on a screen is all you need for this fantastic trivia fun! Please note that trivia questions are geared towards adults in challenge rating. (If families want to play together\, however\, there are no "embarrassing" questions or content.)
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/trivia-night-childrens-literature-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Clinton,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Gaming,Kid-friendly,Sports + Recreation,Towns
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220418T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220418T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180410Z
UID:3473-1650240000-1650326340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Patriots Day Celebration at Worcester Historical Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 18 to kick off school vacation week at Worcester Historical Museum. The day begins with the return of our Revolutionary War walking tour of the streets of downtown Worcester. Led by Salisbury Mansion manager Bob Stacy\, you will see the historic sites and learn about Worcester’s role in the War for Independence that we celebrate on this day. Tours begin from Salisbury Mansion\, 40 Highland Street at 10AM. Tours are $10 a person and registration is required; please call 508.753.8278. Can’t be part of the Patriot’s Day tour\, additional tours will be offered on April 21 and 23. Tours are rain or shine. \nTo continue the Patriot’s Day celebration\, John Hancock’s trunk returns to public view. Stop by Worcester Historical Museum\, 30 Elm Street\, on Monday\, April 18 between 10AM and 4PM to learn more about “the box of treason” and the story of the trunk that was kept from British hands. Who better to tell the story than John Hancock himself? He will be here with his trunk from 10AM to 2PM to tell you more about his role in the revolution and his time spent in Worcester. The trunk only comes out once a year so this is your last chance to see it until 2023. Worcester Historical Museum\, 30 Elm Street\, open April 18th FREE from 10AM to 4PM. Masks are required at Worcester Historical Museum. “We all got history!” Discover Worcester’s place in the American Revolution.\n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/patriots-day-celebration-at-worcester-historical-museum/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220312T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220312T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180438Z
UID:3342-1647043200-1647129540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Pirates vs. Frisco Fighters - OPENING NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Pirates and Frisco Fighters will meet for both teams’ first game of the 2022 season at the Phoenix Field at the DCU Center in Worcester\, MA. The last time these two teams matched up against each other was in the IFL Semi-Final game at Phoenix Field where the Pirates came away with the win\, 43-22 to advance to the United Bowl. The most notable game between both teams was during their second game versus each other in 2021 when Josh Griggs kicked a 27-yard game-winning field goal. A former Pirates player now is a part of the Fighters roster as Pirates long-time fan favorite Defensive Lineman JD Griggs signed with Frisco during this offseason. \nThe Pirates have a 2-1 record (1-1 at the DCU Center) versus the Fighters during their matchups in 2021\, which was the first season that both the Pirates and Fighters were a part of the Indoor Football League. Over their three matchups\, the Pirates edged out the Fighters in their rushing attack 253-219 yards\, while the Fighters edged out the Pirates in their passing attack 271-240 yards. In terms of scoring\, the Pirates outscored the Fighters 114-99. \nThe Pirates will be revealing their United Bowl Championship banner during the pre-game ceremony and will be looking to start their path to defending the championship with a win in front of their home fans. Kickoff is at 7:00pm and doors open at 6:00pm. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/massachusetts-pirates-vs-frisco-fighters-opening-night/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Nightlife,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180457Z
UID:3321-1639699200-1639785540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:WooSox Foundation Holiday Caravan Storytime
DESCRIPTION:The WooSox Foundation Holiday Caravan will be stopping by the Main Library at 3 Salem Square to help spread warmth and good cheer to children of all ages! \nJoin us for a storytime with WooSox mascots\, members of the WooSox Foundation and WPL librarians. There will be giveaways and fun for everyone! Find us in the WooSox Book Nook outside the Pappas Children's Center.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/woosox-foundation-holiday-caravan-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Readings + Talks,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180459Z
UID:3319-1638316800-1638403140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Grown-up Book Fair: Holiday Edition at Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/grown-up-book-fair-holiday-edition-at-redemption-rock-brewing-co/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T235900
DTSTAMP:20260508T123330
CREATED:20230518T180457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180459Z
UID:3334-1638316800-1638403140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Grown-up Book Fair: Holiday Edition at Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
DESCRIPTION:Join Hygge House Books at Redemption Rock Wednesday\, Dec 1\, 6:30-9 PM for our Grown-up Book Fair: Holiday Edition. \nFind gifts for everyone on your list (including you!). We'll have bookmarks and other novelty items\, raffle prizes\, holiday cheer…and\, of course\, BEER! 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/grown-up-book-fair-holiday-edition-at-redemption-rock-brewing-co-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Free,Kid-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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