Worcester Public Library
Chess Club
Join us at the library for a game or two of chess. Challenge a friend or family member or meet someone new. Chess sets will be available for use in the library. All levels are welcome. For ages 7 - 11.
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Worcester Public Library
The History of the Blackstone Canal
The Blackstone Canal is one of the major landmarks in Worcester history. Join guest speaker Ranger Chuck to learn the history of this fascinating body of water. Saxe Room
Worcester Public Library
Scrabble Time (November)
Do you love Scrabble? Meet other fans of the popular board game and strike up a game! Staff will be available to teach new players as well. Ages 16 and up welcome! First Floor Ellipse
Worcester Public Library
Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (November)
This virtual poetry workshop is a vehicle for critique, a time of close reading and thoughtful responses that help craft the written word so that it says exactly what the author intends. The focus is the work itself. Poets are respectful of each other, value the craft, understand the courage […]
Worcester Public Library
Saturday Family Movie
Skip a theater movie ticket and bring your kids to our free monthly family movie program. For ages 6 - 11.
The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts
Cookies and Tea with Clara from The Nutcracker
Seating Times 10:30am – 11:30am 12:00pm – 1:00pm 1:30pm – 2:30pm 3:00pm – 4:00pm Clara and her friends invite you for a special meet-and-greet tea party at The Hanover Theatre’s McDonough Room. At this exclusive event, Clara, the Nutcracker and some of their friends will read the story of The […]
DCU Center Convention Center
Turn it up Dance Challenge Convention
The DCU Center will host the 2022 Turn It Up Dance Challenge Convention on Sunday, November 6. Guests should enter Door 1 or Door 2 of the Convention Center. Turn It Up Dance Conventions offer classes for dancers ages 6 and up. Registration is required in advance in order to attend. For […]
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
Digital Design: Tinkercad-Create a 3D Object with Technocopia (November)
This hour workshop will teach computer aided design using Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free fun software system that allows users to build using basic shapes on an x, y and z plane. It is a great way to learn the basics of 3D modeling and the possibilities of 3D printing! […]
Worcester Public Library
Fall Fun for Preschoolers
Celebrate the magic of the fall season with stories, songs, poems and crafts. For ages 3 - 5. Registration required, register at: mywpl.org/online-calendar.
The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts
Get the Led Out
From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. […]
Worcester Public Library
Nutrition Class with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian: Beloved Carbs
11/12/22 - Beloved Carbs How should we think about, and manage, those carbohydrates we all love? "Carbs" is a nutrient category that covers a lot of ground—starchy foods, fruits, vegetables, desserts, sweet coffee beverages, grains, to name several. We know that excess carbs can contribute to common and serious health […]
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