Worcester Public Library

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

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

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

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

It’s All Relative: An Introduction To Researching Your Family History (Virtual)

This class will provide an overview of the basic steps involved in doing genealogical research, and of the print and electronic resources available for genealogists at the Worcester Public Library. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join th

Worcester Public Library

Designing Fonts (Virtual)

Donald Tarallo is a Worcester-based graphic designer and teacher at Fitchburg State University. He designs fonts for both text and ornamentation. Some of his work is inspired by his travels in Italy, while other work is born from pure imagination. Watch him talk and show slides about the creative process […]

Worcester Public Library

Tinkercad: Create a 3D Object with Technocopia

This 1.5 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 […]

Worcester Public Library

Vegetable Gardening for Everyone

Vegetable gardening is something everyone can enjoy, from the novice to the experienced gardener. It can be a way to bring fresh food to your table, a way to teach children where food comes from, or even a way to beautify your yard! We’ll look at different types of vegetable […]

Worcester Public Library

The Art of Vegetables with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian

Vegetables are essential for health and most of us don't eat nearly enough of them! Find out what makes them nutritional superstars, and how we can easily increase our vegetable consumption. Also enjoy beautiful paintings of vegetables.   Presented by Judy Palken, a registered dietitian, who provides information and guidance to […]

Worcester Public Library

Cooking with Fire

Chef Kim will demonstrate how to make the most of being outdoors while making more than just hamburgers and hot dogs. Think gourmet campfire meals and snacks to keep everyone happy, healthy and stress free. Thank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: UniBank, Mattina R. Proctor Foundation, Country Bank, Walmart, […]

Worcester Public Library

Writing in the Garden with Jane Roy Brown

Writers from Emily Dickinson to Edith Wharton and Eudora Welty have found their gardens to be wellsprings of sensory experience that stimulated their writing. In this one-hour workshop, be inspired by images of gardens and write spontaneously in response to prompts—verbal or visual cues provided by the workshop leader. Jane […]

Worcester Public Library

Research Your Family History Through Digital Real Estate Records (Virtual)

Learn about tips and tricks to research the history of your family and their home through the use of real estate web resources such as Mass Land Records, Google Maps and Zillow. Learn about the different kinds of records you can find, as well as the limits of available data […]

Worcester Public Library

Inkscape: Design Stickers with Techonocopia

Explore the design software Inkscape to learn how artists turn images into vectors and create original graphics. Digital art created in the 2D Inkscape platform can be used on the web, in print, or to make a physical product like a sticker. Join us to create a two dimensional model […]

Worcester Public Library

Mapping Massachusetts: Using Travel Apps to Plan Your Next Road Trip

Plan your next road trip from your mobile device! Using travel apps, attendees will learn how to plan a summer road trip through the Bay State. In addition to finding restaurants and other attractions, you’ll also learn about apps that provide weather alerts and help you pack.    First Floor […]

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