Worcester Public Library

De-Stress with Dogs (November)

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 […]

Worcester Public Library

Stories and Songs

Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities. A great way for children to gain early literacy, math, and social skills! For families with children 5 and under. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. 

Worcester Public Library

Gratitude Journal Art Craft

Remember all of the special people and things in your life this season by creating a handmade gratitude journal. Make and decorate your journal with our art supplies and be inspired to write. For ages 8-11. Registration required, register at mywpl.org/online-calendar.

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

The Nutcracker

Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family! Experience the dazzling new lighting and scenery by Broadway designers! Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family. Featuring live music from The Hanover Theatre Nutcracker Orchestra, this production […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

2022 Boston Pops Holiday Tour

 "Sparkling and Beloved" Join the Boston Pops and conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. Capturing the magic of the Christmas season and the winter charms of New England, the Boston Pops will perform holiday classics and new arrangements of seasonal favorites. They are joined by […]

JMAC BrickBox Theater

My Son The Waiter

This hilarious and poignant story is universal in its message: The journey to follow one's dream and the parents who suffer through it! Actor/Comedian Brad Zimmerman's hit New York comedy is the moving and hilarious story of the grit and passion required to 'make it’ as an artist and the […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Chelsea Handler: Vaccinated and Horny Tour

Vaccinated and Horny Tour Chelsea Handler is a comedian, television host, best-selling author and advocate whose humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated Chelsea Lately, a tenure in which […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Pavlo in Concert – “The Santorini Tour”

A fundraiser to support the Alzheimer Association! Sponsored by Infinity MedSpa. For one night only, the world renowned PAVLO is performing live in concert at The Hanover Theatre for a fundraiser to benefit Alzheimer’s research treatment. Join Pavlo, his talented guests and his band who will take you on an […]

Union Station

stART at the Station

stART on the Street brings its 15th annual gifting-themed arts and crafts festival to Worcester, MA. Support the local economy and find unique, handmade gifts in a range of prices by joining us to shop with 125+ local artists and crafters! Union Station, Worcester MA 125+ artists and crafters 100% handmade […]

Worcester Public Library

Stories and Songs

Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories, sing-alongs, and fun activities.  A great way for children to gain early literacy, math, and social skills! Ages: Families with children 5 and under Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywp.org.

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

We Three Kings: An Irish Tenors Christmas

The Godfathers of Irish repertoire. The Irish Tenors powerful vocal line-up of Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan and Declan Kelly are unquestionably the leading brand of this genre. All classically trained singers, each having performed in leading concert halls across the world, together they combine to produce a sound and concert […]

Worcester Historical Museum

Worcester Chamber Music Society: Season of Light

Season of Light Friday, Dec. 9 | Worcester Historical Museum @7:30 PM Kick off the winter holidays bathed in the light of days past. Music by Bach, Corelli, and Telemann brings a warm glow to our annual holiday Baroque concert and other festive selections add a few sparks of their […]

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