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The United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants

Join The United States Air Force Band’s Concert Band & Singing Sergeants on their tour of the Northeast! FREE ADMISSION REGISTRATION REQUIRED   The United States Air Force Band is the premier musical organization of the U.S. Air Force. The excellence demonstrated by the Band's active-duty musicians reflects the excellence […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (April)

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

Spring De-Stress Fest

Spring cleaning for your mind! Join us for DIY calming jars, cookie decorating, coloring pages, and a visit with a registered therapy dog.  For ages 16 and older.

Worcester Public Library

Dog Man Party

Join us as we celebrate the newest Dog Man book release, Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea. We will chat about the popular series, make a Petey craft, have Dog Man trivia, enjoy refreshments, and play games for a chance to win a copy of the new book! […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual American History Book Discussion (April)

Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history.   3/7: River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey by Candace Millard 4/4: Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America by Leila Philip  5/2: The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction by Linda Gordon

Worcester Public Library

Beybade Club

Each week we will watch an episode of the anime series Beyblade, battle with other “bladers,” share tips and tricks, and enjoy an afterschool snack. Bring your favorite Beyblades or try some of the ones we have here! For ages 8 - 12. Registration is required as space is limited; […]

Worcester Public Library

Spectacular Spring: Stories and Crafts for Little Ones

Let’s get together and celebrate Spring’s spectacular changes with beautiful crafts, songs and books. Recommended for ages 3-5 years old.  Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.

Woo Juice

Woo Juice Grand Opening

We are excited to announce the GRAND OPENING of Woo Juice, on Friday, April 7th at 22 Front Street in the Midtown Mall. Please join us for the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Celebration for a new healthier option in our growing city.

Worcester Public Library

Celebration: The Springtime Bunny is Here!

The Bunny will be here at the Worcester Public Library! Children and families are invited to a FREE visit with the Bunny for photographs, a take-home craft, and candy. Tickets for this meet & greet photo-op will be given to families before the program. While supplies last. Sponsored by Friends […]

Worcester Public Library

Searching for Ancestors on Ancestry.com (Virtual)

Never used Ancestry.com? You're in for a treat. Used it before? Still more to learn. Please join us on Zoom as we mine the most popular of all genealogy databases for genealogical riches. 

Worcester Public Library

De-Stress with Dogs (April)

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 […]

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  4. You will then be directed to a page where you can post events
  5. Select Manage My Events to enter events into the calendar
  6. Click Create Event button
  7. Enter the name in English and dates of your event and select Create Event & Continue
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  9. When finished, check the box that says Request addition to the Downtown Worcester Calendar
  10. Click Send to Review

All posted events will be subject to review by the Discover Central Massachusetts and Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District staff prior to approval. Please submit events at least two weeks in advance as it can take up to 7-9 days for your event to appear on our events calendar. Please review event guidelines HERE.