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SUMMARY:Whole Kids 2022\, Summer Recreation Worcester Kick-Off Event
DESCRIPTION:‘Whole Kids 2022’ event to kick-off summer\nRecreation Worcester programming and all other\nsummer programming in Worcester\nWorcester –City of Worcester to kick-off summer programming by partnering with local\nyouth serving agencies to offer registration opportunities at family friendly events.\n“Whole Kids 2022” will be a chance for Recreation Worcester and community partners to\ninform and recruit families for the community offerings and resources this summer. As the\ncity’s Division of Youth Opportunities transitions into the summer camp season\, this event\nwill offer the opportunity to recruit young people and their families to take full advantage\nof the resources that will be available during the summer months.\nWHAT: Whole Kids 2022\, summer Recreation Worcester kick-off event\nWHERE: Worcester Common\, 455 Main Street\, Worcester\, MA\nWHEN: 11-4 p.m.\, Sunday\, May 21st\, 2022.\n“Whole Kids 2022” is part of the City Manager’s initiative Recreation Worcester and will\noffer food trucks\, music\, games and a special appearance by the Special Olympics\nABOUT RECREATION WORCESTER\nRecreation Worcester’s summer program is a free program for kids ages 7-13 featuring\nsports\, exercise\, educational\, and arts activities from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through\nFriday. This year’s program has been extended 3 additional weeks and will run from\nTuesday\, June 21st to Tuesday\, August 29th.\nThe summer program is now in its seventh year. A companion after-school program is now\nmoving into its sixth year. More than 10\,000 young people have attended the program since\nits inception.\nCommunity partners will once again help facilitate free educational activities throughout the\nsummer. Partners include:\nDistrict Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\nWorcester Fire Department\nSpecial Olympics\nWoo Sox\n… and many more!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/whole-kids-2022-summer-recreation-worcester-kick-off-event/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Artists' Roundtable: Approaching Galleries
DESCRIPTION:Gallery representation is a goal for many artists\, but one clouded by mystery and intimidation. Three experienced gallerists familiar with ArtsWorcester will break down the benefits of gallery representation\, how to identify the right galleries for your work\, and what you need to approach them. This is an open discussion about galleries; it is not a portfolio review. \nWe will hear from: \nArlette Kayafas\, Gallery Kayafas\, Boston\, MA \nKate Rasche\, George Marshall Store Gallery\, York\, ME \nTamar Russell Brown\, Gallery Sitka\, Shirley\, MA \nand leave lots of time for your questions. Then we’ll adjourn to the galleries for refreshments and more conversation. \n  \nArlette Kayafas is the founder and owner of Gallery Kayafas\, operating in Boston’s South End since 2003. The gallery is known for exhibiting work by renowned photographers\, often pairing them with emerging artists. Arlette and her husband\, Gus\, have been collecting photography for more than five decades. In 2012\, Gallery Kayafas expanded its programming to include contemporary painting\, installation\, works on paper\, sculpture\, and new media. Arlette is drawn to artists with a strong voice that is articulated through their work. \nKate Rasche is the director of the George Marshall Store Gallery in York\, Maine\, and a working artist. Over the last decade she has led and been involved in a wide range of curatorial and administrative projects\, including most recently as assistant director at ArtsWorcester. Her work as a gallerist is informed by a desire to support the careers of emerging and mid-career artists. Her work in the studio grapples with explorations and understandings of place. Rasche earned a degree in studio art from Skidmore College and holds an MFA from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts and Tufts University. She lives in southern Maine with her husband and two children. \nA Tennessee native with Hungarian roots\, Tamar Russell Brown’s background is in print design. Mrs. Russell Brown has a certificate in photography from Cumberland University in Tennessee\, an associate degree in visual communication from Nashville State Technical Institute\, a BA in design from Rhode Island College (where she currently serves on the Alumni Board) and a year abroad at Budapesti Corvinus Egyetem in Budapest\, Hungary. Mrs. Russell Brown operates the home studio for Sitka Creations® LLC in Central Massachusetts. She started Gallery Sitka in 2014. She is currently the Chair of the Fitchburg Cultural Alliance and serves on several local boards. \n  \nThis event will take place in person at 44 Portland Street\, Worcester\, MA. Tea and cookies to follow. Proof of vaccination is required for this event\, and masks must be worn during the panel conversation. (Masks are optional when we gather for tea and cookies in the galleries afterwards.) \nThis event is free to current ArtsWorcester members. \nClick here to join\, or renew your ArtsWorcester membership. Please contact the gallery if you are unsure of your member status: info@artsworcester.org or 508-755-5142. \n  \nWe thank the Melvin S. Cutler Charitable Foundation for for their support of artists' professional development. \n  \n///// Image: Who What Where (2021) installation view\, courtesy of the George Marshall Store Gallery.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/artists-roundtable-approaching-galleries/
CATEGORIES:Art,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:An Afternoon of Italian Opera
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of Italian Opera and art song benefiting the Worcester Organ! \nThis program\, which includes a full Italian program of opera and some song\, will feature the distinguished voices of Ukrainian soprano\, Olga Lisovskaya\, Neapolitan tenor\, Giovanni Formisano\, and Leonardo Ciampa at the piano. Enjoy the program selection including excerpts from Madame Butterfly\, La Traviata\, and many other songs and arias. \nLeonardo Ciampa\, composer\, organist\, pianist\nMechanics Hall Composer-in-Residence\nLeonardo Ciampa was born in Boston in 1971. Mr. Ciampa is an Italian-American composer\, organist\, and pianist of international repute. He has performed his compositions at cathedrals in Vienna\, New York City\, Boston\, Altenberg\, Brandenberg\, Tortona and Biella\, and at basilicas in Rome\, Turin\, Loreto\, Rieti and Gubbio (where Ciampa holds the title of Maestro di Cappella Onorario). He currently lives in Worcester\, where he serves as Director of Music at Emanuel Lutheran Church. \nMr. Ciampa is one of the “veteran Hook organists” according to Gagne. Ciampa’s love and respect for the Worcester Organ has roots in his experience from ages 18 to 30 playing an 1859 E. & G.G. Hook at the First Baptist Church in Jamaica Plain. The Jamaica Plain organ was later destroyed by fire in 2005. “That organ molded me during those formative years.” Said Ciampa. “I never got over its loss. But now\, twenty years later\, I have another chance to create music on one of the Hook brothers’ grandest instruments. It is one of the greatest honors of my life.”   http://leonardociampa.com/ \nGiovanni Formisano\, tenor\n"A native of Torre del Greco (Naples\, Italy)\, Giovanni Formisano has been called\, “an Italian tenor in the grand tradition.” He has received high praise for his interpretations of the Italian lyric tenor repertoire\, with a special affinity for the classic songs from his native Naples. Winner of the “Talents of the World” voice competition in Boston and recipient of the Emerging Artist Award from the St. Botolph Club Foundation\, Mr. Formisano was featured in a tribute concert in honor of the legendary baritone Dimitri Hvorostovsky at Carnegie Hall\, alongside renowned mezzo-soprano Nino Surguladze and many others. \nHis operatic and concert appearance include the tenor solo in Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony with the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra\, Don José in Carmen with the Commonwealth Lyric Theater\, the tenor solo in Verdi’s Requiem with the Paul Madore Chorale and Salem orchestra in Salem MA\, Alfredo in La Traviata with Opera Providence\, The Young Gypsy in Rachmaninoff’s Aleko with the Commonwealth Lyric Theater\, Camille in The Merry Widow with Opera Providence\, and Rodolfo in La bohème with Boston Opera Collaborative. Mr. Formisano’s past roles include the tenor solo in Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony at Amherst College\, Nemorino in L’elisir d’amore with Center City Opera Theatre in Philadelphia and Opera del West\, Arturo in Lucia di Lamermoor with Commonwealth Opera\, Cavaradossi in Tosca with the Lowell House Opera\, Pong in Turandot with the Connecticut Grand Opera and Lowell House Opera\, Spoletta in Tosca with the Cape Cod Opera and the Ruggero in La rondine at the Longy School of Music. http://giovanniformisanotenor.com/ \nOlga Lisovskaya\, soprano\nOlga Lisovskaya is a critically-acclaimed singer\, voice teacher and  director of Talents of the World\, an international concert organization\, as well as Executive Director at Commonwealth Lyric Theater\, an award-winning opera company. Ms. Lisovskaya performs regularly at some  of the most prestigious concert halls in the world.  Her most recent  performance was at Carnegie Hall\, featuring distinguished colleagues of  the legendary Dmitri Hvorostovsky and received glowing reviews in the press.  Olga Lisovskaya combines her busy performing career with  teaching\, because teaching is her passion. Olga's teaching experience\, combined with constant perfection of vocal technique with master teachers and colleagues from LaScala\, Metropolitan Opera and Bolshoi Theater\, offers a rich and profound knowledge to her students. Having  worked with singers of all ages and levels\, Ms. Lisovskaya has  individual approach to her students. She teaches wide range of  repertoire – from opera\, operetta\, oratorio\, classical songs\, to Broadway\, musical theater\, and pop. The main focus of her lessons is the technique: breath support and breath/tone coordination\, clarity of intonation and diction\, flexibility in the sound\, focused resonance\, etc. She also helps with interpretation. Olga's students have gone on  to win competitions\, were admitted to conservatories\, hired by opera  companies. Some of her students receive opportunities to participate in productions and concerts with Talents of the World and Commonwealth  Lyric Theater.  OlgaLisovskaya.com \n  \nAbout The Worcester Organ\nThe Hook Organ\, installed in 1864\, dominates the Great Hall. American organ builders Elias and George Hook\, brothers from Boston\, constructed the 52-stop\, 3\,504-pipe instrument\, which is often referred to as the "Worcester Organ." Today\, the Hook organ is the oldest unaltered four-keyboard pipe organ in the Western Hemisphere located at its installation site. \nRestored in 1982\, the Hook Organ since then has become one of the most popular and respected organs in the United States. It has been featured numerous times on National Public Radio\, performed in several recordings\, and has been featured on television and in a major motion picture\, as well as in a music video starring Michael Crawford\, the original "Phantom of the Opera." \nSee the specifications of the Hook Organ\nRead more about the Hook Organ at HookOrgan.org
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/an-afternoon-of-italian-opera/
CATEGORIES:Community,Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual Great American Read Book Club (May)
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. \n3/22: Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton \n4/26: Bless Me\, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya \n5/24: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-great-american-read-book-club-may/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Inkscape for Making Stickers with Technocopia (May)
DESCRIPTION: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 of your own or one inspired by a media or literary source! Every student will be able to submit one 5” x 5” design for cutting on the library’s vinyl cutter. These stickers will be available at the library two weeks after the workshop date. Ages 16+.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/introduction-to-inkscape-for-making-stickers-with-technocopia-may/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Artist reception and walking tour for 100 Views of Worcester
DESCRIPTION:Tom Grady: 100 Views of Worcester \nThis ambitious series of small oil paintings depicts with pride and love Worcester’s everyday vistas\, buildings\, and streetscapes. As a 300th anniversary gift to the City\, the entire series goes on view during the last half of May in additional downtown venues\, including the Printers Building\, the Jean McDonough Arts Center\, and the YWCA. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/artist-reception-and-walking-tour-for-100-views-of-worcester/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Tercentennial,Tours,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (May)
DESCRIPTION: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 it takes to have work critiqued\, and make the final decisions about their own writing. Please join us. Writing prompts will be shared with registrants one week before the workshop\, and we request you submit your work at least three days before the workshop to give attendees time to read your poem. \nSusan Roney-O’Brien earned her MFA at Warren Wilson College and is the author of five poetry collections. She hosts monthly poetry readings\, teaches workshops and coordinates the Stanley Kunitz summer writing series.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-poetry-writing-workshop-with-susan-roney-obrien-may-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:STOMP
DESCRIPTION:The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes\, wooden poles\, brooms\, garbage cans\, Zippo lighters\, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. Year after year\, audiences worldwide keep coming back for more of this pulse-pounding\, electrifying show. As the Boston Globe says\, “If you haven’t seen STOMP\, GO! If you have seen it\, take someone and share the pleasure!” STOMP. See what all the noise is about. \nTickets are $32\, $42\, $52\, and $62 depending on seat location. Contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information. \nDate updated: May 31\, 2022 at 7:30pm
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/stomp/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T235900
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SUMMARY:Healing Fibers: DE.MOC.RA.CY-A Call to Action
DESCRIPTION:What is democracy to you? \nthis is a call to artists to express themselves. \nWe are losing our right to rule ourselves by ourselves. We as artists hold a mirror to our society to reflect its reality. What is that reality to you in the current political climate? \nOur fight to include all people to have a right to vote\, to be afforded basic human rights\, and to ensure equality and welfare for all\, continues to be a long ongoing effort. We invite artists of all types to create art with an element of fiber addressing our current struggle. Why fiber? Because our stories are somehow interwoven. \n  \nExhibit runs from 1st-12th of June 12PM-4PM  \nArtists' Reception on 5th of June 2PM- 5PM
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/healing-fibers-de-moc-ra-cy-a-call-to-action/
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time
DESCRIPTION: Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories\, music\, and movement. Early listening and literacy skills are built during this meaningful experience with parents/caregivers. When we’re done\, stay and play and make new friends. Let’s get all our wiggles out! Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.  \nAges: 1 and ½ -3 years old. Pappas Children's Center.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/toddler-time-3/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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SUMMARY:Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
DESCRIPTION:Throughout his career\, Ringo Starr has received nine Grammy Awards and has twice been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame — first as a Beatle and then as solo artist. Between 1970 and 2020\, Ringo has released 20 solo studio records.  He has acted in over 15 films\, received an Academy Award\, and has been nominated as an actor for an Emmy®. Ringo has published seven books; had a stint as a male fashion model\, and that same year went behind the lens as the photographer for some Foo Fighters PR photos. In 2018\, Ringo was knighted and in 2019 he celebrated 30 years of touring with his All Starr Bands. For all his many creative successes\, Ringo is and always will be first and foremost a musician\, a drummer. Ringo’s candor\, wit and soul are the lifeblood of his music. Peace and love are his life’s rhythm and melody\, and he propels this universal message in everything he does: his evocative artwork\, his enthusiastic live performances\, his legendary songs\, all imbued with the joy\, reflection\, and wisdom of the music icon the world knows and loves simply as “Ringo.” \nTickets are $82\, $102\, $128 and $253 depending on seat location\, with limited VIP packages available at $355 and $455. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/ringo-starr-and-his-all-starr-band/
CATEGORIES:Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T235900
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SUMMARY:FLAMENCO! Tradition\, Art & Passion
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate its 10th anniversary\, Flamenco Worcester performs an evening of FLAMENCO! Tradition\, Art & Passion. The performance showcases this traditional and highly expressive Spanish dance form. As the only Flamenco dance studio in central Massachusetts\, based in the city of Worcester\, Flamenco Worcester is very proud to share this celebratory event with the community. \nEdmy Ortiz will perform a 2-hour showcase. Music will be under the direction of Eduardo Ortiz. Latin Jazz\, Spanish music and Castanets will be in the air\, and beautifully costumed dancers will perform Tangos\, Fandangos\, Farruca\, and many more powerful and elegant Flamenco dance forms. All of the performers\, dancers and musicians have dedicated many hours to Flamenco\, and their passion will be on display. It will be an evening to celebrate\, enjoy and fall in love with FLAMENCO! Ole! \nImmediately after the performance\, dancers and musicians will hold a meet and greet. \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. This program is also the recipient of a One-Day Sponsorship from the Jean McDonough Arts Center\, part of its year-long accessibility initiative funded by the Barr Foundation.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/flamenco-tradition-art-passion/
CATEGORIES:Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:FREE PUBLIC FLAMENCO MASTER CLASS
DESCRIPTION:Flamenco Worcester will hold a free Master Class Workshop for Beginners in the BrickBox Theater from 11am-12pm on June 4\, 2022. Students will learn about the beautiful art of Flamenco through arms\, hands\, clapping\, and challenging but fun footwork exercises. \n\nThe workshop will be free and open to the public and is for all people\, all ages.  This master class will be the kick off to Flamenco Worcester's 10th anniversary celebration and a sneak peak into the evening performance of FLAMENCO! Tradition\, Art & Passion.  So put on your Flamenco attitude\, join us and begin to explore this beautiful Spanish art form!
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/free-public-flamenco-master-class/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:America
DESCRIPTION:Founding members\, Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell\, along with former band mate Dan Peek\, met in high school in London in the late 1960s and quickly harmonized their way to the top of the charts on the strength of their signature song “A Horse With No Name.”  America became a global household name and paved the way with an impressive string of hits following the success of their first number one single. \nTickets are $49\, $59\, $79 and $99 depending on seat location. Please contact the box office for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/america/
CATEGORIES:Music,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Jungle Jim’s Camp Balloon Magic Show!
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off the summer with a special program from Jungle Jim! Expect lots of audience participation with big balloon sports\, magic and more! While you’re here\, sign up for Read Off the Beaten Path Summer Reading. Find out how to track your reading and activities to earn prizes. Activities for all ages will be going on throughout the Main Library from 10-1. \nFor children and families. Main Library – Pappas Children's Center.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/jungle-jims-camp-balloon-magic-show/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T235900
DTSTAMP:20260527T233503
CREATED:20230518T180322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180326Z
UID:3516-1654300800-1654387140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Summer Reading Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Come register for “Read Off the Beaten Path” Summer Reading 2022\, all ages welcome! The Kickoff event at the Main Library will include activities for everyone. Try your hand at some crafts\, check out our many offerings\, visit the Talking Book Library\, and stay for Jungle Jim’s Camp Balloon Magic Show! \n  \nOnce you register for Summer Reading (June 4 – August 13) track your reading online or through the Beanstack app to earn prizes. Read to win! \n  \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: UniBank\, Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Country Bank\, Walmart\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, bankHometown\, Friends of the Worcester Public Library\, and the Worcester Public Library Foundation.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/summer-reading-kickoff/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free
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UID:3528-1654300800-1654387140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:It’s All Relative: An Introduction To Researching Your Family History (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join th
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/its-all-relative-an-introduction-to-researching-your-family-history-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T235900
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180327Z
UID:3531-1654300800-1654387140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (June)
DESCRIPTION: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 it takes to have work critiqued\, and make the final decisions about their own writing. Please join us. Writing prompts will be shared with registrants one week before the workshop\, and we request you submit your work at least three days before the workshop to give attendees time to read your poem. \nSusan Roney-O’Brien earned her MFA at Warren Wilson College and is the author of five poetry collections. She hosts monthly poetry readings\, teaches workshops and coordinates the Stanley Kunitz summer writing series. \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: UniBank\, Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Country Bank\, Walmart\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, bankHometown\, Friends of the Worcester Public Library\, and the Worcester Public Library Foundation.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-poetry-writing-workshop-with-susan-roney-obrien-june/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T235900
DTSTAMP:20260527T233503
CREATED:20230518T180322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180324Z
UID:3346-1654387200-1654473540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Afternoon of Brass
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy live music of immense power and finesse. Honoring Worcester County Firefighters! Featuring brass\, percussion\, organ\, chorus. \nJoin us for an uplifting classical music concert! \n\nHonoring Worcester County Firefighters\nPremiering (with chorus) a unique arrangement of Gustav Mahler's 'Resurrection' Symphony for brass\, organ and chorus. "It's a spectacular arrangement that precisely frames the gravitas and aspiration of the original work" -Lawrence B. Johnson\nShowcasing the elite brass playing of the Pitzen Brass Resurrection 2022\n\nVisit us at https://abnbe.eventbrite.com/ for updated information. \nPROGRAM DETAILS \nAfternoon of Brass\, Sunday June 5\, 2022 \n\n2:00-5:00pm – Face painting in Washburn Hall (FREE)\n3:00-4:00pm – Honoring Worcester County Firefighters\n4:15-5:45pm – Pitzen Brass Resurrection\n\nFeatured performers: \n\nEmcee – Brian McCreath\nOrgan – Leonardo Ciampa\nBay Colony Brass – Lawrence Isaacson\nNew World Chorale – Holly Krafka\nPitzen Brass Resurrection – Mitchell Arnold\n\nFeatured music: \n\nJohn Williams\, Hymn to the Fallen\nGustav Mahler\, ‘Resurrection’ Symphony Finale arr. Stephen Bulla\nAnd other works by: Elgar\, J.S. Bach\, Grieg\, Mason\, Sibelius\, R. Strauss\, G. Gabrieli\, Dukas\, Crespo\, Abreu\, Byrd\, Susato\, Karg-Elert\, Hazell\, Wagner\n\nMORE INFORMATION \nJohn Williams\, Hymn to the Fallen arr. Daniel Drage \n"The 'Hymn to The Fallen' is one of John Williams most astounding pieces. The simple tune carries the weight of all [who have fallen]. From the snare solo in the beginning\, the theme begins softly\, with a beautiful choral part. The music is never too sad or depressing. Even when the tension builds\, the tears that are yanked from your eyes come not from the sadness of the piece\, but from its profound beauty. One of the most glorious parts of the track is the brass’ interpretation of the theme. It rises up in dignity\, and dies back down\, letting way for another\, stronger rendition of the theme\, once again with the [simple tune]. The [music] swells in a majestic\, grandiose rendition\, building up to the soaring climax\, and sweeping down back to the calm. A lonely duet leads into the conclusion\, with the snare drum growing only to fade back." -Frank Lehman \nGustav Mahler\, ‘Resurrection’ Symphony Finale arr. Stephen Bulla \nOn everyone's bucket list should be a live performance of the Mahler 2 Finale. It is truly the best music ever written. The entire work is just too long for most listeners to bear (over 80 minutes) but this unique arrangement is only 11 minutes in length. It was premiered by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass on 15-DEC-2021 … "The concert’s finale was the definition of grand: a broad swath of the closing movement from Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony in a spectacular arrangement that precisely framed the gravitas and aspiration of the original work. Off-stage trumpets summoned the chaos of purgatory before the reunited ensemble began the long\, swelling musical ascent of transmigration. So closely did Mulcahy and his musicians\, augmented by timpani and percussion\, mirror the full orchestral context of Mahler’s work – again banishing from mind the absence of strings and woodwinds – that one might have forgotten entirely about the other missing element: the chorus." … https://chicagoontheaisle.com/2021/12/16/cso-brass-measure-up-to-golden-reputationwith-sonorous-fare-capped-by-blazing-mahler/ \nOur Mechanics Hall premiere is including "the other missing element" (the chorus). It will be completely over the top. Don't miss your chance to hear it! \nThe finale music is aptly described: "Once more we must confront terrifying questions\, and the atmosphere is the same as at the end of the third movement. The voice of the Caller is heard. The end of every living thing has come\, the last judgment is at hand and the horror of the day of days has come upon us. The earth trembles\, the graves burst open\, the dead arise and march forth in endless procession. The great and the small of this earth\, the kings and the beggars\, the just and the godless all press forward. The cry for mercy and forgiveness sounds fearful in our ears. The wailing becomes gradually more terrible. Our senses desert us\, all consciousness dies as the Eternal Judge approaches. The last trump sounds; the trumpets of the Apocalypse ring out. In the eerie silence that follows\, we can just barely make out a distant nightingale\, a last tremulous echo of earthly life. The gentle sound of a chorus of saints and heavenly hosts is then heard: 'Rise again\, yes\, rise again thou wilt!' Then God in all His glory comes into sight. A wondrous light strikes us to the heart. All is quiet and blissful. Lo and behold: there is no judgment\, no sinners\, no just men\, no great and no small; there is no punishment and no reward. A feeling of overwhelming love fills us with blissful knowledge and illuminates our existence.” https://gustavmahler.com/symphonies/mahler-symphony-2.htm
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/afternoon-of-brass/
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Afternoon of Brass
DESCRIPTION:Honoring our local Firefighters with eclectic\, uplifting classical music arranged for brass\, percussion\, organ\, and chorus. \n  \nPresenting a special music-video tribute to our local Firefighters set to the music of John Williams Hymn to the Fallen \nPremiering Gustav Mahler\, Resurrection Symphony Finale in "a spectacular arrangement that precisely frames the gravitas and aspiration of the original work" Lawrence B. Johnson \nShowcasing the elite brass playing of the Pitzen Brass Resurrection \nAfternoon of Brass \n\n2:00-5:00 PM: Face Painting\n3:00-4:00 PM: Tribute to Local Firefighters\n4:15-6:00 PM: Pitzen Brass Resurrection\n\nTribute to Local Firefighters \n\nNimrod\, Elgar\nFanfare for the Common Man\, Copland\nNearer My God to Thee\, Mason\nHymn to the Fallen\, Williams (with video projection: "Honoring our Local Firefighters")\nBe Still My Soul\, Sibelius\nResurrection Symphony Finale\, Mahler. Premiering with chorus "a spectacular arrangement that precisely frames the gravitas and aspiration of the original work" Lawrence B. Johnson\n\nPitzen Brass Resurrection \n\nFeierlicher Einzug\, Strauss\nCanzona in Echo Duodecimi Toni\, Gabrieli\nFanfare pour précéder La Péri\, Dukas\nBruckner Etüde für das tiefe Blech\, Crespo\nFest- und Gedenksprüche\, Brahms\nThe Earle of Oxford's Marche\, Byrd\nSusato Suite\, Susato\nPraise the Lord with drums and cymbals\, Karg-Elert\nFuneral March\, Grieg\nGathering of the Armies\, Wagner\n\nFEATURING \n\nEmcee – Brian McCreath\nOrgan – Leonardo Ciampa\nBay Colony Brass – Lawrence Isaacson\nNew World Chorale – Holly Krafka\nPitzen Brass Resurrection – Mitchell Arnold\n\nMORE INFORMATION \nJohn Williams\, Hymn to the Fallen arr. Daniel Drage \n"The 'Hymn to The Fallen' is one of John Williams most astounding pieces. The simple tune carries the weight of all [who have fallen]. From the snare solo in the beginning\, the theme begins softly\, with a beautiful choral part. The music is never too sad or depressing. Even when the tension builds\, the tears that are yanked from your eyes come not from the sadness of the piece\, but from its profound beauty. One of the most glorious parts of the track is the brass’ interpretation of the theme. It rises up in dignity\, and dies back down\, letting way for another\, stronger rendition of the theme\, once again with the [simple tune]. The [music] swells in a majestic\, grandiose rendition\, building up to the soaring climax\, and sweeping down back to the calm. A lonely duet leads into the conclusion\, with the snare drum growing only to fade back." -Frank Lehman \nGustav Mahler\, ‘Resurrection’ Symphony Finale arr. Stephen Bulla \nOn everyone's bucket list should be a live performance of the Mahler 2 Finale. It is truly the best music ever written. The entire work is just too long for most listeners to bear (over 80 minutes) but this unique arrangement is only 11 minutes in length. It was premiered by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass on 15-DEC-2021 … "The concert’s finale was the definition of grand: a broad swath of the closing movement from Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony in a spectacular arrangement that precisely framed the gravitas and aspiration of the original work. Off-stage trumpets summoned the chaos of purgatory before the reunited ensemble began the long\, swelling musical ascent of transmigration. So closely did Mulcahy and his musicians\, augmented by timpani and percussion\, mirror the full orchestral context of Mahler’s work – again banishing from mind the absence of strings and woodwinds – that one might have forgotten entirely about the other missing element: the chorus." … https://chicagoontheaisle.com/2021/12/16/cso-brass-measure-up-to-golden-reputationwith-sonorous-fare-capped-by-blazing-mahler/ \nOur Mechanics Hall premiere is including "the other missing element" (the chorus). It will be completely over the top. Don't miss your chance to hear it! \nThe finale music is aptly described: "Once more we must confront terrifying questions\, and the atmosphere is the same as at the end of the third movement. The voice of the Caller is heard. The end of every living thing has come\, the last judgment is at hand and the horror of the day of days has come upon us. The earth trembles\, the graves burst open\, the dead arise and march forth in endless procession. The great and the small of this earth\, the kings and the beggars\, the just and the godless all press forward. The cry for mercy and forgiveness sounds fearful in our ears. The wailing becomes gradually more terrible. Our senses desert us\, all consciousness dies as the Eternal Judge approaches. The last trump sounds; the trumpets of the Apocalypse ring out. In the eerie silence that follows\, we can just barely make out a distant nightingale\, a last tremulous echo of earthly life. The gentle sound of a chorus of saints and heavenly hosts is then heard: 'Rise again\, yes\, rise again thou wilt!' Then God in all His glory comes into sight. A wondrous light strikes us to the heart. All is quiet and blissful. Lo and behold: there is no judgment\, no sinners\, no just men\, no great and no small; there is no punishment and no reward. A feeling of overwhelming love fills us with blissful knowledge and illuminates our existence.” https://gustavmahler.com/symphonies/mahler-symphony-2.html
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/afternoon-of-brass-2/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T235900
DTSTAMP:20260527T233503
CREATED:20230518T180322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180325Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon of Brass: Honoring Local Firefighters
DESCRIPTION:Honoring our local Firefighters with eclectic\, uplifting classical music arranged for brass\, percussion\, organ\, and chorus. \nSCHEDULE\n2:00-5:00 PM: Face Painting\n3:00-4:00 PM: Tribute to Local Firefighters\nFirefighters receive a 50% off discount if wearing their official firefighter uniform or gear. \n4:15-6:00 PM: Pitzen Brass Resurrection \nPROGRAM\nTribute to Local Firefighters \n\nNimrod\, Elgar\nFanfare for the Common Man\, Copland\nNearer My God to Thee\, Mason\nHymn to the Fallen\, Williams (with video projection: "Honoring our Local Firefighters")\nBe Still My Soul\, Sibelius\nResurrection Symphony Finale\, Mahler. Premiering with chorus "a spectacular arrangement that precisely frames the gravitas and aspiration of the original work" Lawrence B. Johnson\n\nPitzen Brass Resurrection \n\nFeierlicher Einzug\, Strauss\nCanzona in Echo Duodecimi Toni\, Gabrieli\nFanfare pour précéder La Péri\, Dukas\nBruckner Etüde für das tiefe Blech\, Crespo\nFest- und Gedenksprüche\, Brahms\nThe Earle of Oxford's Marche\, Byrd\nSusato Suite\, Susato\nPraise the Lord with drums and cymbals\, Karg-Elert\nFuneral March\, Grieg\nGathering of the Armies\, Wagner\n\nFEATURING \n\nEmcee – Brian McCreath\nOrgan – Leonardo Ciampa\nBay Colony Brass – Lawrence Isaacson\nNew World Chorale – Holly Krafka\nPitzen Brass Resurrection – Mitchell Arnold\n\nMORE INFORMATION\nJohn Williams\, Hymn to the Fallen arr. Daniel Drage\n"The 'Hymn to The Fallen' is one of John Williams most astounding pieces. The simple tune carries the weight of all [who have fallen]. From the snare solo in the beginning\, the theme begins softly\, with a beautiful choral part. The music is never too sad or depressing. Even when the tension builds\, the tears that are yanked from your eyes come not from the sadness of the piece\, but from its profound beauty. One of the most glorious parts of the track is the brass’ interpretation of the theme. It rises up in dignity\, and dies back down\, letting way for another\, stronger rendition of the theme\, once again with the [simple tune]. The [music] swells in a majestic\, grandiose rendition\, building up to the soaring climax\, and sweeping down back to the calm. A lonely duet leads into the conclusion\, with the snare drum growing only to fade back." -Frank Lehman \nGustav Mahler\, ‘Resurrection’ Symphony Finale arr. Stephen Bulla\nOn everyone's bucket list should be a live performance of the Mahler 2 Finale. It is truly the best music ever written. The entire work is just too long for most listeners to bear (over 80 minutes) but this unique arrangement is only 11 minutes in length. It was premiered by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass on 15-DEC-2021 … "The concert’s finale was the definition of grand: a broad swath of the closing movement from Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony in a spectacular arrangement that precisely framed the gravitas and aspiration of the original work. Off-stage trumpets summoned the chaos of purgatory before the reunited ensemble began the long\, swelling musical ascent of transmigration. So closely did Mulcahy and his musicians\, augmented by timpani and percussion\, mirror the full orchestral context of Mahler’s work – again banishing from mind the absence of strings and woodwinds – that one might have forgotten entirely about the other missing element: the chorus." … https://chicagoontheaisle.com/2021/12/16/cso-brass-measure-up-to-golden-reputationwith-sonorous-fare-capped-by-blazing-mahler/ \nOur Mechanics Hall premiere is including "the other missing element" (the chorus). It will be completely over the top. Don't miss your chance to hear it! \nThe finale music is aptly described: "Once more we must confront terrifying questions\, and the atmosphere is the same as at the end of the third movement. The voice of the Caller is heard. The end of every living thing has come\, the last judgment is at hand and the horror of the day of days has come upon us. The earth trembles\, the graves burst open\, the dead arise and march forth in endless procession. The great and the small of this earth\, the kings and the beggars\, the just and the godless all press forward. The cry for mercy and forgiveness sounds fearful in our ears. The wailing becomes gradually more terrible. Our senses desert us\, all consciousness dies as the Eternal Judge approaches. The last trump sounds; the trumpets of the Apocalypse ring out. In the eerie silence that follows\, we can just barely make out a distant nightingale\, a last tremulous echo of earthly life. The gentle sound of a chorus of saints and heavenly hosts is then heard: 'Rise again\, yes\, rise again thou wilt!' Then God in all His glory comes into sight. A wondrous light strikes us to the heart. All is quiet and blissful. Lo and behold: there is no judgment\, no sinners\, no just men\, no great and no small; there is no punishment and no reward. A feeling of overwhelming love fills us with blissful knowledge and illuminates our existence.” https://gustavmahler.com/symphonies/mahler-symphony-2.html
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/afternoon-of-brass-honoring-local-firefighters/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T235900
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180320Z
UID:3422-1654560000-1654646340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Blippi The Musical
DESCRIPTION:It's a bird\, it's a tractor…it's BLIPPI THE MUSICAL! \nBlippi The Musical brings the energetic and loveable character Blippi off the\nscreen and onto the stage with world class production\, audience engagement and amazing music.\nChildren from the ages of 2 to 7 years old across the world have quickly taken a liking to Blippi’s charismatic personality and innovative teaching lessons! In the Live show they will continue to\nlearn about the world around them while singing and dancing along with this one of a kind show. \nThis show contains Flashing Lights\, Haze (Fog)\, and Confetti\nThere is an 8 (eight) ticket limit for this event for single ticket sales. \nTickets are $68\, $52 and $42 depending on seat location. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/blippi-the-musical/
CATEGORIES:Kid-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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UID:3496-1654560000-1654646340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Power of the Purse
DESCRIPTION:Join the Women's Initiative for a fun evening of camaraderie and solidarity to ignite positive change for women and girls. Enjoy a silent and live auction of designer purses and bag packages\, and network with like-minded supporters. Early silent auction bidding will start online June 6th at 12PM. \n  \nHONORARY CHAIRS:  \nKIMBERLY SALMON | The Hanover Insurance Group\nCAROLYN STEMPLER | Carolyn & June Designs\nMONICA THOMAS-BONNICK | Webster Five Foundation\nKELSA ZERESKI | Reliant Foundation \n  \nPower of the Purse raises critical funds for gender specific programming and financial literacy education that ensures more girls in our community receive a foundation for a strong and successful future. The Women's Initiative is celebrating 20 years of igniting positive change for girls through philanthropy and women's leadership. Click here to learn more. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/5th-annual-power-of-the-purse/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180323Z
UID:3518-1654560000-1654646340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual American History Book Discussion (June)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history. \n6/7: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict \n7/5: The Fort by Bernard Cornwell \n8/2: Booth by Karen Joy Fowler \n  \nhttps://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/american-history-book-discussion-virtual/
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-american-history-book-discussion-june/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T235900
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CREATED:20230518T180311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180318Z
UID:3517-1654646400-1654732740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:True Crime Book Club (June)
DESCRIPTION:Read and discuss stand-out titles from the true crime genre! \n6/8: The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule \n7/13: I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara \n8/10: If You Tell by Gregg Olsen \nNew American Corner \nhttps://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/true-crime-book-club-7/
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/true-crime-book-club-june/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T235900
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CREATED:20230518T180311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180318Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Brown Bag Concert featuring the Noah Preminger Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a complimentary lunchtime Brown Bag Concert featuring the Noah Preminger Quartet!\n  \nNoah Preminger\nOf Brooklyn-based saxophonist Noah Preminger\, The New York Times declares: “Mr. Preminger designs a different kind of sound for each note\, an individual destiny and story." \nPreminger\, just 32 and the winner of Downbeat Magazine’s Rising Star Best Tenor Saxophonist\, has recorded over twelve critically acclaimed albums. Multiple recordings were released in 2017-18\, including Meditations On Freedom\, released on Inauguration Day\, 2017\, as a musical protest of ominous political developments in America. In addition\, a duo album recorded in NEC’s Jordan Hall with pianist\, Frank Carlberg\, a Quartet recording on Criss Cross Records\, and a recording of the music of Otto Preminger’s films – on French\, vinyl-only label\, Newvelle Records. In 2018\, Preminger and co-leader Rob Garcia created the Dead Composers Club and released The Chopin Project\, the first of the quartet’s planned annual examinations of deceased composer’s oeuvres. In 2018\, Preminger has contributed music to a major motion picture\, was awarded a composition Fellowship at Banff Centre’s Leighton Artists Studio and is recording two new albums of original music. \nBorn in 1986\, Preminger grew up in Canton\, Connecticut. He released his debut album\, Dry Bridge Road\, just after his 21st birthday\, which was named Debut of the Year in the Village Voice Critics Poll. Preminger’s second and third albums as a leader came in 2011 and 2013 while signed to the Palmetto Records label. The Boston Globe hails Preminger as “A master with standards and ballads\, as well as an adventurous composer.” The saxophonist has performed on key stages from the United States to Europe and Australia\, and he has played and/or recorded with the likes of Jason Moran\, Dave Holland\, John Patitucci\, Fred Hersch\, Dave Douglas\, Billy Hart\, Joe Lovano\, Victor Lewis\, John and Bucky Pizzarelli\, Cecil McBee\, George Cables\, and Roscoe Mitchell.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/free-brown-bag-concert-featuring-the-noah-preminger-quartet/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Music
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UID:3550-1654646400-1654732740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Tinkercad: Create a 3D Object with Technocopia
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nThank you to our Summer Reading sponsors: UniBank\, Mattina R. Proctor Foundation\, Country Bank\, Walmart\, Cornerstone Bank\, District Attorney Joseph D. Early\, Jr.’s Office\, Price Chopper’s Golub Foundation\, Bob’s Discount Furniture\, bankHometown\, Friends of the Worcester Public Library\, and the Worcester Public Library Foundation. \nNote: Please create an account at tinkercad.com prior to class. \n  \nFirst Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/tinkercad-create-a-3d-object-with-technocopia/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Designing Fonts (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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 behind font design.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/designing-fonts-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Historic & Architectural Tour at The Hanover Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Historic and Architectural Tour of The Hanover Theatre. \nTours last approximately two hours \nExperienced volunteer guides provide an in-depth look at the history and architecture of The Hanover Theatre. A magnificent example of early 20th century theatre architecture\, The Hanover Theatre was designed by Thomas Lamb\, the foremost theatre and cinema architect of his day. \nTickets are $10 for non-members and free for members and their guests. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/historic-architectural-tour-at-the-hanover-theatre-2/
CATEGORIES:Tours,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Worcester Chamber Music Society: Neighborhood Strings 10th Anniversary Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:Neighborhood Strings 10th Anniversary Benefit Concert \nJoin us as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of our widely-acclaimed Neighborhood Strings program! Offering free music lessons in violin\, viola\, and cello to youth from Worcester’s marginalized neighborhoods\, Neighborhood Strings provides affordable\, high-quality arts education\, and fosters family involvement. Young people learn to make music together with musicians and friends from WCMS. In the process\, they discover a creative outlet that hones life skills like discipline\, cooperation\, imagination\, and leadership. \nThe Event \nThursday\, June 9\, 2022\n5:30-8:30 PM\nMechanics Hall\n321 Main Street\, Worcester \n  \nCocktails and Hors d’oeuvres\nMusic and Community Awards Presentation by Mayor Joseph Petty\nNeighborhood Strings WORLD PREMIERE* of Milad YouSufi’s Solitude\nFund-a-Need and dessert\nPerformances by Worcester Chamber Music Society and Simone Dinnerstein \n*Commissioned by WCMS \nBenefit Concert Program\nMilad Yousufi  My Journey to America\nTracy Kraus\, flute; Krista Buckland Reisner\, violin; Peter Sulski\, viola; Ariana Falk\, cello;\nRandall Hodgkinson\, piano; and Milad Yousufi\, composer & narrator \nPhilip Glass  Mad Rush\nSimone Dinnerstein\, piano \nGuest Artists:\nInternationally acclaimed pianist Simone Dinnerstein and Afghani composer Milad Yousufi  \nTickets \nTable seating – $150\nTable of 8 – $1100\nBalcony – $75 \n  \nCOVID-19 Protocol: \nWe expect all attendees are fully vaccinated.\nAs of April 18\, masking is required unless eating or drinking.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-chamber-music-society-neighborhood-strings-10th-anniversary-benefit-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food + Drink,Music,Towns,Worcester
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