Technocopia

Technocopia Open Hack (our open house, every Thursday!)

Starting in April 2022 Open Hack is back! Every Thursday night  from 7-9 PM. What is "Open Hack"? What? Open Hacks are a free, open house event where members (and non-members too!) can come to the space to work on their projects alongside other people working on projects. Why? Because […]

Worcester Public Library

In the Kitchen with Chef Vanessa: Vegetarian Kung Pao with Tofu

Kung Pao is a spicy stir fry vegetable dish typically made with chicken or shrimp in Chinese cuisine. Join Chef Vanessa as she demonstrates healthy tofu to replace the protein in this popular dish. Stir fries are excellent for getting a meal done quickly and you’ll see the ease of […]

Unum Building

Demystifying Entrepreneurship

The Venture Forum is excited to partner with Center for Women and Enterprise for a live event titled Demystifying Entrepreneurship - A practical look at the good and the bad, the ups and the downs of starting your own business. Panelists are Jesse Silverberg, PhD, the CEO of Multiscale Systems and Ross Andrews the CEO of Syndicately , Chantel Bethea the […]

Worcester Poet Laureate Application Workshop

Calling all literary enthusiasts! The search is on for the next Worcester Poet Laureate! Apply by October 17, 2022 to develop your work and promote literacy within the community! A Virtual Application Workshop with Worcester's current Poet Laureate, Juan Matos, will be held Wednesday 9/28 at 5:30pm via Zoom. All […]

Worcester Public Library

Digital Design: Inkscape – Design Stickers with Technocopia (September)

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 […]

Technocopia

Technocopia Open Hack (our open house, every Thursday!)

Starting in April 2022 Open Hack is back! Every Thursday night  from 7-9 PM. What is "Open Hack"? What? Open Hacks are a free, open house event where members (and non-members too!) can come to the space to work on their projects alongside other people working on projects. Why? Because […]

Worcester Public Library

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

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 […]

Technocopia

Technocopia Open Hack (our open house, every Thursday!)

Starting in April 2022 Open Hack is back! Every Thursday night  from 7-9 PM. What is "Open Hack"? What? Open Hacks are a free, open house event where members (and non-members too!) can come to the space to work on their projects alongside other people working on projects. Why? Because […]

Worcester Public Library

Nutrition Class with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian: Healthy Holiday Eating

10/8/22 - Healthy Holiday Eating The goal for this class is to learn eating strategies that range from Halloween to New Year's Eve, and every holiday in between. Yes, you can enjoy traditional family foods, holiday cookies, parties…while still eating well, being pleased with your food choices, and feeling great. […]

Worcester Public Library

Art of the Ancient Americas with Worcester Art Museum (virtual)

Join the Worcester Art Museum for highlights of the Art of the Ancient Americas. We will look at works of art created by artisans from different regions. Works will include those from the Maya, Inca, and Aztec societies. Attendees will learn about each piece while viewing corresponding images, and there […]

Worcester Public Library

Explore the Spooky History of Your Home (virtual)

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.

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