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SUMMARY:Railers Kids Takeover Game
DESCRIPTION:Join the Worcester Railers for the team’s first-ever Kid’s Takeover Game\, presented by M&T Bank and benefitting CASA Project Worcester County. The Railer’s youngest fans will be broadcasting\, hosting\, providing color commentary\, and leading the charge in entertainment on Sun.\, Oct. 23rd. \nDoors open at the DCU Center at 2pm; puck drops at 3:05 p.m.. The afternoon will be packed with youth-focused activity stations\, fun music\, performances\, and the first of seven collectible Worcester Pro Hockey 25th Anniversary posters. \nVIP Guests \nThe afternoon will benefit CASA Project Worcester County\, a non-profit directly supporting and advocating on behalf of youth in the foster care system. In-game host\, Adam Webster will be joined on the ice by a special young Railers fan from CASA Project. \nOpening Weekend Special Offer \nThe Kids Takeover game is the ultimate\, family-friendly start to the 22-23 Railers season! The team is offering a special ticket package\, (4) four tickets\, and four Limited Edition Season V hats for only $100. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/railers-kids-takeover-game/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
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SUMMARY:Worcester Railers Opening Night
DESCRIPTION:Professional hockey returns to Worcester on Sat.\, October 22rd as Worcester Railers HC take on Adirondack Thunder at the DCU Center.   \nThe Railers encourage fans to head to the DCU Center before doors open on Sat.\, Oct. 22 for a free pre-game block party on Commercial St.\, presented by Encore Boston Harbor. The event will start at 4:30 p.m. and will feature live music from Third Gear\, barbecue from Off the Rails\, and family-friendly activities. DCU Center doors open at 5:30 p.m.; puck drops at 7:05 p.m. \nThe Railers are offering fans a special Opening Night ticket package. Receive (4) tickets and (4) limited edition Season V hats for just $100. \, or call (508) 365-1750. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-railers-opening-night-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
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UID:8016-1666483140-1666483140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Worcester Railers Pre-Game Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the start of the Railers fifth season with a family-friendly block party presented by Encore Boston Harbor. The Railers in partnership with Off the Rails will close down Commercial Street\, behind the DCU Center for a 4:30 p.m. party! The afternoon will include live music\, delicious barbecue\, mascot appearances\, and fun activity stations. \nLive Music & Vendors \nSpecial performance by local band\, Third Gear! \nThis four-piece\, Central Mass. cover band will get you moving and is the perfect way to launch hockey season in Worcester! From the Foo Fighters to Creedence Clearwater Revival\, you are sure to enjoy this family-friendly performance. \nRestaurant & Entertainment Partner \nThe Railers are bringing a little bit of Nashville to Opening Night! Off the Rails will be providing live entertainment\, beer\, and barbecue for patrons to enjoy prior to puck drop. Off the Rails is a from scratch kitchen featuring southern-style cuisine. \nWebsite: https://railershc.com/opening-night-block-party/ \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-railers-pre-game-block-party-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Performance,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T035900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180510Z
UID:8211-1666411200-1666497540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Titans of '80s Rock Tribute Show
DESCRIPTION:Relive the excitement of the era and let's party like it’s 1989! \nIf you saw the Titans of ’80s Rock Tribute Show here at The Hanover in 2020\, you know it’s a hit! Titans is a touring rock concert featuring three stunning\, top-shelf tributes to your favorite\, chart-busting ’80s rockers: Def Leppard\, Poison\, and Motley Crue. Each band are headliners in their own rights\, and dedicated to reproducing the music of the original artists to perfection. Expect a big-time\, arena-rock atmosphere complete with video show\, stage props\, and special effects as the hit songs you love are delivered with attitude\, sounding just like the original records. \nTickets are $20\, $32\, $38\, $45 and $49 depending on seat location. Limited VIP tickets are available for $69 and include guaranteed best seating\, a Titans swag bag of goodies\, and a meet-and-greet including photo opportunities with the bands. Contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information. \nSHOT OF POISON: The talked-about tribute to Poison as they are today!\nhttp://ThePoisonTribute.com\nSOP is the world’s best Poison tribute\, the only one recognized and praised by Bret Michaels\, and the only one recognized by E! Entertainment as among the very best tribute acts in the country.  Expect costuming precise to Poison’s 2017-18 tours along with dead-on renditions of your favorite Poison classics. \nLEPPARD – The Def Leppard Experience\nhttps://www.facebook.com/DefLeppardExperience\nFeaturing one of New England’s best voices\, Keith Carmichael! These skilled\, veteran tribute professionals have done the hard work necessary to bring audiences the sights and meticulously re-created sounds of one of the biggest\, hit-making\, arena-rock attractions of the ’80s and beyond. \nCRÜCIFIED – The Motley Crüe Tribute Band\nhttps://cruecifiedband.com\nIn the entire eastern USA\, one Crüe tribute has emerged from the pack\, and it is Long Island’s Crüecified\, featuring full costuming and the most uncanny match for Vince Neil’s look and voice that can be seen or heard!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/titans-of-80s-rock-tribute-show/
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Nightlife,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T035900
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UID:8236-1666411200-1666497540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Author: George Jreije
DESCRIPTION:Join us to meet author and Worcester native George Jreije who will introduce his new fantasy book Shad Hadid and the Alchemists of Alexandria. Preview the story of 12-year-old baker Shad Hadid at the mysterious Alexandria Academy\, and his mission to destroy an evil plot. \nBest for ages 8 – 11.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/meet-the-author-george-jreije/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180218Z
UID:8144-1666396800-1666483140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Fall Cultural Fusion Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:Let the Fall Festivities begin! You are cordially invited to attend a night where culture meets fashion. Uniting culture and infusing the atmosphere with exclusive fashion. Join us for our Fall Cultural Fusion Fashion Show\, showcasing collections from a diverse group of designers. \nDoors Open: 7PM\nShow: 8PM – 10PM\nSoirée: 10PM – 12AM \n*Please purpose tickets in advance via Eventbrite. Tickets will not be sold at the door.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/fall-cultural-fusion-fashion-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Dance,Events,Food + Drink,Music,Nightlife,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180128Z
UID:7695-1666396800-1666483140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Crossing the Pond: Finding Your pre- World War I Immigrant Ancestor (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:You know they got here\, but you’re not sure how? Please join us in exploring ships passenger lists and other immigration records available at the Worcester Public Library.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/crossing-the-pond-finding-your-pre-world-war-i-immigrant-ancestor-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T235900
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SUMMARY:Scrabble Time (October)
DESCRIPTION: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!   
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/scrabble-time-october/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Gaming,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
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UID:5770-1666310400-1666396740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Peppa Pig's Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Come join Peppa on an exciting camping trip in the woods with George and her school friends\, including Pedro Pony\, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With lunchboxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus\, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure\, full of singing\, dancing\, games and surprises. Little piggies everywhere will love this 60-minute live musical experience! \nMake the most of your experience with Peppa Pig’s Adventure Photo Experience. This one-of-a-kind Photo Experience allows you and your family to experience a unique photo opportunity by jumping in a mud puddle alongside Peppa Pig & Friends. \nHere’s how it works: Photo Experience ticket purchasers should go to the Will Call window at the Box Office on the show day to pick up their passes and after-show instructions. Each adult and child (age two and up) in a group must have a Photo Experience ticket in order to attend. The Photo Experience will start shortly after the end of show. Please make sure to bring your camera\, as you will want to capture every moment! \nSensory Notice:\nThis show contains Flashing Lights\, Haze (Fog)\, and Confetti \nTickets are $29.75\, $39.75 and $59.75 depending on seat location. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/peppa-pigs-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Performance,Theatre,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180130Z
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SUMMARY:Travelin' McCoury's
DESCRIPTION:The Travelin’ McCourys do not stand still. They are on the road—and online—entertaining audiences with live shows that include some of the best musicians and singers from all genres. It’s always different\, always exciting\, and always great music. \nNo other band today has the same credentials for playing traditional and progressive music. As the sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury\, Ronnie McCoury on mandolin and Rob McCoury on banjo continue their father’s work—a lifelong dedication to the power of bluegrass music to bring joy into people’s lives. And with fiddler Jason Carter and bassist Alan Bartram\, the ensemble is loved and respected by the bluegrass faithful. But the band is now combining their sound with others to make something fresh and rejuvenating. \nThey recently played with the Allman Brothers at Wanee Fest and then brought the house down at Warren Haynes’ Annual Christmas Jam\, an invitation only Southern Rock homecoming.  Their jam with the Lee Boys was hailed by many as the highlight of the evening\, and once word of the live video hit the streets\, sent new fans online to watch a supercharged combination of sacred steel\, R&B\, and bluegrass. They’ve also performed with Warren Haynes\, Phish\, and have a tour scheduled with the aforementioned Lee Boys. Ronnie McCoury described it as “peanut butter and jelly.” It was just right. \nThey can push forward so far because their roots are so deep. The band has a confidence that only comes with having paid their dues with twenty years on the bluegrass road. Other groups and new fans hear this immediately—the tight rhythm\, the soulful material\, and the confidence in taking bluegrass from the safety of the shore into uncharted waters. \nRonnie says\, “We like to go in and play traditional bluegrass music the way we do it with Dad\, but we also like to be able to step into situations where we can really stretch out. If we need to plug in\, we’ll plug in. We’re open to anything.” \nIt’s that attitude\, backed up by talent\, that marks great musicians\, traditional or progressive. The Travelin’ McCourys are twenty-first century musical pilgrims and adventurers. They’re onto something new\, just like Bill Monroe was in the 1940s\, but now we can see and hear that adventure live or online. Go see them\, or—if you hold still long enough—they’ll come to you.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/travelin-mccourys/
CATEGORIES:Community,Dance,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Music,Nightlife,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T235900
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UID:7037-1666224000-1666310340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor ages 7 – 11.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/chess-club-3/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180219Z
UID:8146-1666051200-1666137540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:75th Season Preview & Reception
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the opening of the Worcester Youth Orchestra's 75th Season! Join the WY Jazz Band and Symphony Orchestra with directors Dan Gabel & Jonathan Colby for an evening of great music and refreshments. Starting at 5:30pm\, the evening will feature a keynote address and a chance to meet WYO's many families\, donors and supporters. Catered by Creedon & Co\, Cash Bar. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/75th-season-preview-reception-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180131Z
UID:7837-1666051200-1666137540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Genealogy Club (October)
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-october/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180052Z
UID:8141-1666051200-1666137540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:20th Stepping Up For Girls
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATING TWENTY YEARS OF WOMEN'S PHILANTHROPY\, LEADERSHIP\, AND EMPOWERMENT OF ADOLESCENT GIRLS IN CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS \n  \nTWENTY YEARS AGO\, when Lois Green and Meridith Wesby gathered with women leaders in Lois' living room\, no one could have predicted the impact their vision would have on women and girls in our community. Please join us as we celebrate their legacy and our future. \n  \n2022 LEADERSHIP AWARD HONOREES \n  \nLois B. Green Leadership Award \nSHAUREE ALLOTEY \nDirector of Operations\, Boys & Girls Club of Worcester \n  \nMeridith D. Wesby Young Leader Award \nMORGAN JOHNSON \nStudent and Social Justice Activist \n  \nStepping Up for Girls is the Women's Initiative's signature fundraiser to support women's leadership and girls' programming. The event highlights our funded programs\, celebrates local women leaders\, and the positive impact we as a community have made in supporting women and girls. Click here to learn more about the Women's Initiative. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/20th-stepping-up-for-girls-3/
CATEGORIES:Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180132Z
UID:7420-1665964800-1666051140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Stories and Songs
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFor families with children 5 and under. \nRegistration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/stories-and-songs-5/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180132Z
UID:7857-1665964800-1666051140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:De-Stress with Dogs (October)
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.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/de-stress-with-dogs-october/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221017T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180052Z
UID:8026-1665964800-1666051140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:"The President's Own" United States Marine Band
DESCRIPTION:Join the renowned “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band for an evening of spirited selections\, ranging from classical to popular. \nFive years have passed since the scarlet coats of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band last appeared on stages in the Northeast of the United States. In the style of the band's 17th Director John Philip Sousa\, who initiated the concert tour tradition in 1891\, Marine Band Director Col. Jason K. Fettig has chosen a diverse mix of programs\, from traditional band repertoire and Sousa marches to instrumental solos and a salute to the Armed Forces. Free tickets are available (limit four per request) by clicking the "Register" tab on the upper right of this page. Seating is general admission and ticket holders must be seated by 7:15pm; remaining seats will be released to the standby line at that time.\n  \nEstablished in 1798 by an Act of Congress signed by President John Adams\, the United States Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. The band made its White House debut on New Year’s Day\, 1801\, and has performed at the inauguration of every President since Thomas Jefferson\, who is credited with giving the band the title\, “The President’s Own.” \nFrom the earliest days of our nation\, the Marine Band’s primary mission has been to provide music for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Performing for state arrival ceremonies\, dinners\, receptions\, and accompanying famous entertainers\, Marine Band musicians appear at the White House more than 200 times each year. Additionally\, the Marine Band participates in more than 500 public and official performances annually\, including concerts and ceremonies throughout the Washington\, D.C.\, metropolitan area and across the country during the fall concert tour. \nIn 1891\, the band’s legendary 17th Director\, John Philip Sousa\, led the Marine Band on its first concert tour. As a result\, for more than one hundred years\, the Marine Band has toured throughout the country performing in communities both large and small. Marine Band concerts offer a unique blend of traditional concert band and contemporary wind ensemble music suitable for people of all ages and musical tastes.\n  \nWebsite: http://www.marineband.marines.mil/\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/marineband\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marines/\nTwitter: https://twitter.com/marineband\nYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/usmarineband
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/the-presidents-own-united-states-marine-band-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Tours,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180137Z
UID:7720-1665792000-1665878340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:In the Kitchen with Chef Kim: Homemade Gnocchi and Pasta
DESCRIPTION:Chef Kim will demonstrate how to make homemade gnocchi (along with several variations) and even fresh pasta. She will lead you through the process and provide several fresh\, easy sauce recipes to make as well. The class will allow for some hands-on time\, and as always- samples of the final product! \nChef Kim has been a culinary professional for over 35 years\, and is currently a culinary instructor at Worcester Technical High School. She enjoys sharing her passion for cooking and love of food with others and enjoys gardening in her spare time. \n  \nSaxe Room
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/in-the-kitchen-with-chef-kim-homemade-gnocchi-and-pasta/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food + Drink,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
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UID:3754-1665792000-1665878340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Jazz Hamilton CARNEVALE
DESCRIPTION:Jazz Hamilton\, saxophone\nThere is magic at a Jazz Hamilton concert! With a career spanning over 3 decades as a soloist\, the Classical Pop saxophonist brings you a musical journey through romance\, passion\, excitement\, and well-known melodies that will transfix your imagination. With an uncanny ability of combining Classical music with elements of Jazz\, Pop\, and Latin\, the artist unearths his unique ID after years of immersing himself in the academic study of music and profoundly testing the limits of the saxophone. Consequently\, Jazz Hamilton crafted a distinctive sound which emerges from a Classical backdrop but then transcends beyond the limits of any single creative expression masterfully placing his instrument at the forefront of the orchestra. Now\, Jazz Hamilton presents his mystical and electrifying masquerade concert showcasing masterpieces such as: “Song From A Secret Garden\,” “Libertango\,” “Over The Rainbow\,” “Green Hornet\,” “Aranjuez\,” and “Besame Mucho” along many more using a theatrical style approach to create unforgettable memories for his audience. All this intertwined with his personal original arrangements\, orchestrations\, and spellbinding interpretations. Come and celebrate love in a unique immersive musical experience to the organic\, smooth\, and warm tone of Jazz Hamilton in this dynamic and breathtaking Book of Moments that today he calls: "CARNEVALE" . . . \n~Enjoy the masquerade …
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/jazz-hamilton-carnevale/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180132Z
UID:7275-1665792000-1665878340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Paws To Read
DESCRIPTION:Come read to Nikki! Therapy dogs serve as a calm presence and allow children to work to improve literacy\, comprehension\, and communication with a non-judgmental listener. \nAges 6 – 11.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/paws-to-read-6/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180133Z
UID:7290-1665792000-1665878340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you love to build with Legos? We do too! Come create something original with Legos. Each month we will have a different building challenge. Caregivers stay in the room and younger kids are welcome as long as their grown-up is willing to build with them and no one eats the Legos! \nFor ages 6 – 11.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/lego-club-2/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180133Z
UID:7547-1665792000-1665878340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Writing as a Conversation with Jessica P. Pryde (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Whether you're writing for the web or more formal publishing\, writing nonfiction should be a conversation. Sometimes\, that conversation is more academic\, and sometimes\, it's more casual. This workshop will feature practices in finding the right voice for the right audience\, and how to make sure that voice is as authentic as possible. \nJessica P. Pryde has been writing about books for decades\, and has found ways to make it her whole personality. By day\, she is a librarian in Southern Arizona\, and by night\, she cries about how many books she'll never get to—whether it's reading them or writing them. \nRegister at tinyurl.com/writingasaconversation
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/writing-as-a-conversation-with-jessica-p-pryde-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180218Z
UID:8143-1665705600-1665791940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Coco - Movies on the Common
DESCRIPTION:The City of Worcester’s Movies on the Common series presents a free screening of Disney PIXAR’s Coco on the Worcester Common Friday\, October 14th! \nThe movie will begin at 6:30pm. A suggested arrival time of 6pm will allow movie-goers time to find their seats\, get refreshments\, and take part in youth activities provided by Casita Cultura Latina and Main IDEA Youth Arts. The Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District will have a limited amount of coupons available for complimentary popcorn and $5 off at the Atrevete a Probar food truck. As this is an outdoor movie screening in mid-October\, attendees are reminded to plan accordingly for the cooler weather\, and may want to bring blankets and dress in layers. \nAudio for Coco is in English. Spanish closed captioning will be available. \n“Coco” (2017) – PG; 105 minutes: \nAspiring musician Miguel\, confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music\, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather\, a legendary singer. \nThe Movies on the Common screening of Disney PIXAR’s Coco is presented by the City of Worcester’s Cultural Development Division\, in collaboration with the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District\, Worcester Cultural Coalition\, and Casita Cultura Latina.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/coco-movies-on-the-common-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Movies + Film,Nightlife,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180139Z
UID:4332-1665619200-1665791940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Historic New England Summit
DESCRIPTION:Historic New England is convening a major\, multi-disciplinary conference of professionals\, volunteers\, philanthropists\, thought leaders\, students\, and individuals with an interest in preservation issues to explore how 21st-century challenges and opportunities are being collectively addressed to create livable\, resilient communities. \nLeading voices from across the country explore significant preservation issues in the context of today’s world including Climate Change Impact\, Remaking Cities in Post-industrial New England\, Sharing Inclusive Histories\, Technology and Globalizing Cultural Heritage\, Culture as Catalyst\, Agricultural Preservation\, Collections Management and Inherited Bias.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/historic-new-england-summit/
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180141Z
UID:7812-1665532800-1665619140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Digital Design: Tinkercad-Create a 3D Object with Technocopia (October)
DESCRIPTION: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! Join us to build and create a three dimensional model of your own or one inspired by a media or literary source. Every student will be able to submit one “2.5 x 2.5” design for 3D printing at the library. These prints will be available at the library two weeks after the workshop date. Ages 16+. Basic knowledge of computers and a valid email address required. \nNote: Please create an account at tinkercad.com prior to class.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/digital-design-tinkercad-create-a-3d-object-with-technocopia-october/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
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UID:7862-1665532800-1666828740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:All you need is here.
DESCRIPTION:Art opening for Cale Griffith at the jmac gallery on Franklin st. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/all-you-need-is-here/
CATEGORIES:Art,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180142Z
UID:7787-1665273600-1665359940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:October Walking Peace Tour of Worcester
DESCRIPTION:Walking Tour of Worcester's Peace History Sunday\, October 9\, 2PM \nThis unique tour celebrates some of the city's many peacemaking forebearers. Come learn about the strategic peace of Massasoit\, Great Sachem of Wampanoag peoples. Meet the Black laborer whose case ended slavery in Massachusetts. Hear the stirring speeches of abolitionists and advocates for the rights of women and immigrants. Dramatic re-enactments and audience participation make for a lively as well as informative tour along Worcesters' Main Street. Walk starts at Lincoln Square and finishes at City Hall. Approximately 1.5 hours.  Parking available in lot across from Worcester Auditorium.  \n  \nThis program is free\, but we do request that you please register so we get a headcount.  Thank you! \n  \n\nThe walking tour of Worcester’s Peace history\, put on by the Center for Nonviolent Solutions\, was a wonderful excursion into Worcester’s inspiring history of activism for peace\, and racial and gender equality. The lecturers and actors did a superb job in bringing to life the citizens of Worcester who fought for these great causes\, from colonial times to the modern day . .  . \n  \n\n\nThese dynamic and inspiring stories\, creatively told\, immersed us in Worcester's vital role in American history. We gained new insights and appreciation of our city and its people while walking down Main Street. \n\n  \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/october-walking-peace-tour-of-worcester/
CATEGORIES:Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180219Z
UID:8145-1665187200-1665273540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Worcester Contra Dance\, Sat 10/08/2022
DESCRIPTION:WORCESTER CONTRA DANCE\, Sat. 10/08/2022\n● TIME: 7:00 – 10:30 pm\n● WHERE: Wesley United Methodist Church's gymnasium\,\n114 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA 01608\n● Come on down and join us in Central Massachusetts it's not far for live dancing! We have another fun-filled evening of live music and dance as we move joyously to live music! No experience is necessary. All dances are taught.\n● CALLER: Billy Fischer\n● LIVE MUSIC: "Dead Sea Squirrels" featuring Craig Edwards\, Cathy Mason\, Henry Yoshimura.\n● MASKS:\n> Mask wearing is OPTIONAL .We will have additional masks available at the admission desk for those who want one.\n● ADMISSION: The admission fee is $8 to $10 for adults\, $6 to $8 for students\, and $20 per family.\n● WEBSITE: https://www.worcesterdance.org/schedule/ \n● PARKING: Parking is in behind the church accessible via State Street and turn left in behind the Wesley United Methodist Church (see photo below).\n● DRESS: Dress is casual and please bring clean non street shoes in order to prevent damaging the floor and that move easily on the floor. Wear comfortable clothing in layers!\n● LOCATION: Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/114+Main+St\,+Worcester\,+MA+01608/@42.2694139\,-71.8031027\,17z
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-contra-dance-sat-10-08-2022-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180142Z
UID:7450-1665187200-1665273540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Family Movie
DESCRIPTION:Skip a theater movie ticket and bring your kids to our free monthly family movie program. \nFor ages 6 – 11.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/saturday-family-movie-2/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T235900
DTSTAMP:20260510T160735
CREATED:20230518T180137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180143Z
UID:7705-1665187200-1665273540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Explore the Spooky History of Your Home (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Do you suspect that your house is haunted? Do you not believe in ghosts at all? Either way\, join us to learn how to use genealogical records and other sources such as newspapers to trace the spooky history of your home.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/explore-the-spooky-history-of-your-home-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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