Mechanics Hall

2022 John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band

The John Philip Sousa Foundation is proud to be the sponsor of a very special event occurring June 29, 2022 in Worcester, Massachusetts – The John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band.  This group will be performing in historic Mechanics Hall in Worcester on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at […]

JMAC

Vogue Worcester

If you like to vogue, and that's a fact, come learn how to do a dip without breaking ya back. VOGUE WORCESTER is back at the Worcester PopUp (JMAC)! Participate in a workshop instructed by HBO Max's "Legendary" season one contestant from the House of Escada, London Fleur De Lis. […]

PopUp BrickBox Theater (JMAC)

PopUp Poets

Worcester County Poetry Association (WCPA) presents “PopUp Poets” at the PopUp, 20 Franklin Street, Worcester, MA on Thursday, June 30th from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Local poets, storytellers, and humorists will read from their latest musings. Authors include Jenith Charpentier, Richard Fox, Jennifer Freed, Joe Fusco Jr., Dave Macpherson, Michael Milligan, Susan Roney […]

Worcester Common (behind City Hall)

Reading Frederick Douglass Together

Join NAACP Worcester for a public reading of Frederick Douglass' 1852 address "What, To The Slave, is the Fourth of July" on the Worcester Common! All who attend can share in the reading, taking turns to read Douglass' words aloud.  Rain Date: July 1, 2022 Sponsored by: NAACP Worcester, National Endowment […]

Worcester Public Library

Classic (Camp) Crafts

Join us weekly for a different summer-themed craft. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! For ages 6 - 11. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. (CAMP) CRAFTS: July 1: Friendship Bracelets and Keychains July 8: Popsicle Stick Keepsake Boxes July 15: Window Clings July 22: […]

Worcester Public Library

Language Exchange (July 2)

Share your language and culture with a new friend and learn about theirs! Free and open to all adults.    First Floor Ellipse

Worcester Public Library

Virtual American History Book Discussion (July)

Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history. 6/7: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict 7/5: The Fort by Bernard Cornwell 8/2: Booth by Karen Joy Fowler

The Hanover Theatre

Music Worcester Presents: Wynton Marsalis

Wynton Marsalis has been described as the most outstanding jazz musician and trumpeter of his generation, as one of the world’s top classical trumpeters, as a big band leader in the tradition of Duke Ellington, a brilliant composer, a devoted advocate for the Arts and a tireless and inspiring educator. […]

Worcester Public Library

Classic (Camp) Crafts

Join us weekly for a different summer-themed craft. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! For ages 6 - 11. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. (CAMP) CRAFTS: July 1: Friendship Bracelets and Keychains July 8: Popsicle Stick Keepsake Boxes July 15: Window Clings July 22: […]

WPL

Paws to Read

Come read to Dolce! Therapy dogs serve as a calm presence and allow children to work to improve literacy, comprehension, and communication with a non judgmental listener.  Ages 5 - 11. Main Library - Pappas Children's Center Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.

Worcester Public Library

Healthy Planet Eating with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian

We can all make sustainable and ethical food choices that will benefit our planet and all inhabitants - you, your family, all people, and all life on earth. We will explore many ways of doing this, including the foods we choose, decisions we make while shopping, and reducing food waste. […]

Worcester Public Library

Finding Easy Walks Nearby with Marjorie Turner Hollman (Virtual)

Join Marjorie Turner Hollman, author of the Easy Walks in Massachusetts trail guide series, Finding Easy Walks Wherever You Are and her latest- My Liturgy of Easy Walks (a memoir). Her presentation, "Finding Easy Walks Nearby," will offer local places to get outside, and lots of suggestions that can help you have a more positive experience […]

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