ArtsWorcester

call for art: The Tenth Annual One

The Tenth Annual One a members' exhibition Registration Deadline: June 23, 2022 Drop off period: June 30 - July 3, 2022 or earlier by appointment Exhibition run: July 14 - August 21, 2022 Reception: July 15, 6:00-9:00 PM Pick up period: August 25 - 28, 2022   Register your work: https://bit.ly/3PoQqod […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Gordon Lightfoot

"I can't think of any Gordon Lightfoot song I don't like. Every time I hear a song of his, I wish it would last forever. " - Bob Dylan "Gordon Lightfoot has created some of the most beautiful and lasting music of our time." - Kris Kristofferson After more than 50 active […]

JMAC

Vogue Worcester

If you like to vogue, and that's a fact, come learn how to do a dip without breaking ya back. VOGUE WORCESTER is back at the Worcester PopUp (JMAC)! Participate in a workshop instructed by HBO Max's "Legendary" season one contestant from the House of Escada, London Fleur De Lis. […]

Mechanics Hall

John Philip Sousa National Honor Band NE Region Concert

Fun Fact: The 2022 Band consists of 90 students from 25 states! About the John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band: The 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, […]

Worcester Common (behind City Hall)

Reading Frederick Douglass Together

Join NAACP Worcester for a public reading of Frederick Douglass' 1852 address "What, To The Slave, is the Fourth of July" on the Worcester Common! All who attend can share in the reading, taking turns to read Douglass' words aloud.  Rain Date: July 1, 2022 Sponsored by: NAACP Worcester, National Endowment […]

PopUp BrickBox Theater (JMAC)

PopUp Poets

Worcester County Poetry Association (WCPA) presents “PopUp Poets” at the PopUp, 20 Franklin Street, Worcester, MA on Thursday, June 30th from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Local poets, storytellers, and humorists will read from their latest musings. Authors include Jenith Charpentier, Richard Fox, Jennifer Freed, Joe Fusco Jr., Dave Macpherson, Michael Milligan, Susan Roney […]

Worcester Public Library

Language Exchange (July 2)

Share your language and culture with a new friend and learn about theirs! Free and open to all adults.    First Floor Ellipse

Worcester Public Library

Classic (Camp) Crafts

Join us weekly for a different summer-themed craft. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! For ages 6 - 11. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. (CAMP) CRAFTS: July 1: Friendship Bracelets and Keychains July 8: Popsicle Stick Keepsake Boxes July 15: Window Clings July 22: […]

ArtsWorcester

Opening reception: The Tenth Annual One

Celebrate the artists of The Tenth Annual One, our latest members' exhibition. An annual favorite turns ten! For the Tenth Annual One, all ArtsWorcester members were invited to exhibit one artwork they want to exhibit most, regardless of medium or theme. Karl Cole, Art Historian and Curator of Images of […]

Worcester Public Library

Exploring Animal Habitats with the EcoTarium

Do you and a turtle eat the same food? Could you share the same home as a fox? Discover which behaviors help animals move, hunt, and survive. Examine bones, skulls, and pelts, then meet a live animal and explore the amazing ways it’s adapted to our ecosystem. For ages 7 […]

Worcester PopUp

Call for Artists

This is a FREE & OPEN call for artists! Submit your work by August 24th at 8pm to be included in the Bouncy House Time Machine exhibit at the Worcester PopUp. Submissions will be accepted until August 31st at 2pm, but will be subject to exhibit availability. Please click here […]

Worcester Public Library

Pollito, Chicken: Songs and Music Activities in Spanish!

Celebrate Spanish music! This bilingual 4-week series will introduce a mix of Spanish songs for young children to learn and enjoy with their parents/caregivers. A mini musical presentation will take place in our last class.  *“Pollito, Chicken” is a Spanish/English song written in Puerto Rico that helps kids learn the […]

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