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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! \nAges: 1½ -3 years old \nRegistration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/toddler-time-25/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Beer Dinner with Redemption Rock Brewing at The Worcester Beer Garden
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Mass Beer Week with a 5 course dinner at Worcester Beer Garden\, featuring beers from Redemption Rock Brewing! \nCheck out the amazing menu the talented chefs at Worcester Beer Garden have put together\, and get your tickets quickly because seats are limited! \nApéritif:\nLocal East Coast Oysters: Fresh shucked oysters with cocktail and meunière sauces. Paired with Blackstone Dry Irish Stout. \nAppetizer:\nSweet and Sour Kung Pao Shrimp: Lightly breaded and fried shrimp\, carrots\, scallions\, and cashews tossed in sweet and sour kung pao sauce with steamed rice. Paired with Making Spirits Bright Gin-Spired Sour Ale \nGame Course:\nSeared Duck Breast: Farm raised duck breast seared and roasted with chipotle blackberry sauce\, Israeli couscous\, raisins\, and pine nuts. Paired with Good Hang: Triumph Pale Ale. \nEntrée:\nBeef Tenderloin: Blackened tenderloin steak with smoked pork belly\, gorgonzola\, and smoked tomato chutney. Paired with War Castle New England IPA. \nDessert:\nChocolate Truffle Trio: Chocolate coffee ganache rolled in powder sugar\, pistachios\, and espresso powder. Paired with Valley Winter Ale Imperial Smoked Porter.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/beer-dinner-with-redemption-rock-brewing-at-the-worcester-beer-garden/
CATEGORIES:Food + Drink,Nightlife,Seasonal + Holiday,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Beyblade Club
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFor ages 8 – 12. \nRegistration is required as space is limited; sign-up atmywpl.org/online-calendar.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/beyblade-club-8/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (March)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genre. \n  \nMarch 8: Hell Town by Casey Sherman   \nApril 12: We Keep the Dead Close by Becky Cooper   \nMay 10: Know My Name by Chanel Miller  
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-march-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Artists' drop-off party for Art On The Line!
DESCRIPTION:ArtsWorcester’s beloved Art On The Line fundraiser is back again! All artwork should be delivered by March 9\, 2023. \nArtist Drop Off Party: Wednesday\, March 8\, 5:30 – 8:00 PM \nCome meet with your fellow artists and drop off your work at the same time. \nIf you can’t make it to the party\, you may drop off your works at any point during gallery hours\, Thursday through Sunday\, 12:00 – 5:00 PM\, or by appointment. Please check our website for holiday hours and closings. \nYou may mail your work(s) to ArtsWorcester\, 44 Portland Street\, Worcester MA\, 01608. Please include a piece of cardboard or paperboard to keep your envelope from bending. If mailing your work\, please include your email address so we can thank you! \nHow it works: \nArtists donate small-scale\, two dimensional artworks. We hang them from the ceiling with old fashioned binder clips and string. On March 11\, attendees will line up at a ticketed event for their chance to grab artworks\, all priced at $20. It’s fast-paced\, fun\, and a great way to add to your collection while also supporting ArtsWorcester. \nHow to participate: \nMembership to ArtsWorcester is not required. Any and all artists may contribute. \nArtworks must be no larger than 5” x 7”. \nArtworks must be flat and light enough to be suspended from a binder clip. We suggest works on paper. \nArtists may contribute up to four works. \nClearly label your work on the back with your name\, medium\, and social media and/or website. \nPlease do not frame your work(s). \nHead to C.C. Lowell for pre-cut 5" x 7" sheets of high-quality paper to get started on your work. Don't forget that ArtsWorcester Artist Members receive 10% off supplies!\nHow to deliver your work(s): \nAll donated works must be delivered to ArtsWorcester by Thursday\, March 9 at 5:00 PM. We will gratefully accept works in person or by mail. \nUnsold donated works will be available for purchase in the galleries following the March 11 event. Artworks will not be returned to artists.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/artists-drop-off-party-for-art-on-the-line/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community
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SUMMARY:Worcester Poet Laureate Inauguration: Oliver de la Paz
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Worcester on Tuesday\, March 7\, 2023 for the inaugural celebration of new Worcester Poet Laureate Oliver de la Paz! A reputable poet and renowned educator\, de la Paz is the author of several poetry collections\, including Requiem for the Orchard (2010)\, Furious Lullaby (2007)\, and The Boy in the Labyrinth (2019). \nThis free event welcomes the public to meet the Poets Laureate on the 1st floor of the Worcester Public Library at 3 Salem Street\, Worcester MA. The ceremony will include readings by de la Paz\, Youth Poet Laureate Adael Mejia\, former Poet Laureate Juan Matos (2020-2022)\, and former Youth Poet Laureate Amina Mohammed. Additional speakers include Jason Homer (Executive Director of the Worcester Public Library) and Mayor Joseph M. Petty\, who will present de la Paz with a ceremonial medal created by local metalsmith Pam Farren. \nMore Information on the Worcester Poet Laureate Program: www.worcesterma.gov/cultural-development/poet \nWorcester Poet Laureate Appearance Requests and Scheduling: forms.gle/VJmYjFhcPLRk8SMh9 \nWorcester Poet Laureate Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/WorcesterPoet \nWorcester Youth Poet Laureate Page: www.facebook.com/WorcesterYouthPoet
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-poet-laureate-inauguration-oliver-de-la-paz/
CATEGORIES:Readings + Talks,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual American History Book Discussion (March)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history.   \n3/7: River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey by Candace Millard \n4/4: Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America by Leila Philip \n 5/2: The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction by Linda Gordon \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-american-history-book-discussion-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Il Divo
DESCRIPTION:The international\, chart topping supergroup. \n90 minutes\, no intermission \nIl Divo debuted in 2004 with instant success. With songs in four languages\, their debut album Il Divo became a Top 4 sensation in 19 countries\, hitting #1 in eight. The group went on to be a world leader in their unique pop-opera genre\, achieving second to none success around the world\, performing before personalities such as former US presidents George Bush\, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama and the Queen of England. \nThey have ten studio albums\, two live albums\, one compilation album\, plus numerous special editions\, duets and collaborations with other artists such as Celine Dion\, Tony Braxton\, Kristin Chenoweth and Michael Ball among others. The group’s latest album For Once In My Life: A Celebration of Motown\, is the group’s robust and joyful song sojourn into the timeless\, classics from Motown’s legendary vaults. \nTickets are $59\, $79 and $99 with limited VIP packages available for $274\, $424 and $474. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information. \nGOLD VIP PHOTO OP PACKAGE ($474)\nOne premium reserved ticket located in the first 5 rows!\nPhoto Op with members of Il Divo (one photo per order)*\nInvitation to submit a question for a special pre-show Q&A session with members of Il Divo**\nSpecially designed Il Divo gift item (exclusive to VIPs)\nVIP Meet & Greet laminate and custom lanyard\nOn-site VIP host and dedicated check-in \nSILVER VIP PHOTO OP PACKAGE ($424)\nOne premium reserved ticket located in rows 6 through 10!\nPhoto Op with members of Il Divo (one photo per order)*\nInvitation to submit a question for a special pre-show Q&A session with members of Il Divo**\nSpecially designed Il Divo gift item (exclusive to VIPs)\nVIP Meet & Greet laminate and custom lanyard\nOn-site VIP host and dedicated check-in \nBRONZE VIP Q&A + HOT SEAT PACKAGE ($274)\nOne premium reserved ticket located in the first 20 rows!\nInvitation to submit a question for a special pre-show Q&A session with members of Il Divo*\nSpecially designed Il Divo gift item (exclusive to VIPs)\nCommemorative VIP concert ticket\nOn-site VIP host and dedicated check-in \n*Social distance measures may be put in place for the photo op.  All health and safety guidelines will be followed per local government and state regulations.\n**All questions may not be answered by the artists. \nMember on sale 12/6 at 10am\nPublic on sale 12/9 at 10am
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/il-divo/
CATEGORIES:Music,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T045900
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SUMMARY:Luisa From ENCANTO Visits the Library!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s History Month with a live performance by Encanto’s strong sister\, Luisa! There will be songs\, fun\, and a meet and greet. Families will receive a ticket for the meet and greet while they last. Don’t forget your cameras for photographs.  \nFor 11 and under.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/luisa-from-encanto-visits-the-library/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Worcester
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SUMMARY:The Stories of Hansel & Gretel and Peter & the Wolf
DESCRIPTION:Our annual family concert has become a beloved Worcester tradition. This year we bring the music to life through dance. The Hanover Theatre Conservatory Youth Ballet Company joins Worcester Chamber Music Society musicians on stage for the stories of Hansel & Gretel and Peter & the Wolf. Music and dance are woven together for an enhanced arts experience for the entire family. \nNeighborhood Strings\, WCMS’s inner-city strings program for at-risk youth\, will open the concert. \nWhat to expect:\n• A fun concert for the entire family\n• A free concert\, reservations are required\n• Multidisciplinary event with music and dance\n• Meet and greet the musicians and dancers on stage following the performance \nTickets are free. Advance reservations required.\nPlease contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/the-stories-of-hansel-gretel-and-peter-the-wolf/
CATEGORIES:Kid-friendly,Performance,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Worcester Chamber Music Society: Annual Free Family Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Stories of Hansel & Gretel and Peter & the Wolf — a free family concert \nSunday\, March 5 | The Hanover Theater @3:00 PM\nPresented by the Worcester Chamber Music Society and The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory. With guest musicians\, The Hanover Theatre Conservatory Youth Ballet Company\, and Neighborhood Strings \nWCMS’s annual family concert is a wonderful introduction to classical music and entertainment for the whole family. Narrated by Rohan Gregory\, the beloved stories of Hansel and Gretel and Peter and the Wolf come to life through music and dance. Meet and Greet the musicians and dancers on stage following the performance. \nProgram\nLarry Bell Hansel and Gretel\nSergei Prokofiev Peter and the Wolf \nWith guests:\nOrlando Cela\, conductor\nDenise Plaza-Martin\, oboe\nBill Kirkley\, clarinet\nJensen Ling\, bassoon\nKevin Owen\, French horn\nRobert Schulz and Aaron Trant\, percussion \nFree tickets will be available through the Hanover Theater box office beginning Jan 1\, 2023; reservations required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/worcester-chamber-music-society-annual-free-family-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community,Dance,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance,Theatre,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230305T045900
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SUMMARY:Irish Music with Dublin Down
DESCRIPTION:Patrick and Monica McCarthy are DUBLIN DOWN\, multi-instrumentalists and vocalists who perform a wide range of classic and modern Irish & Celtic favorites. Hailing from Central Massachusetts\, the husband-and-wife duo performs traditional folk standards as well as hits from Tommy Makem\, The Clancy Brothers\, Van Morrison\, The Waterboys\, and more. Playing guitar\, mandolin\, and Irish Pennywhistle\, DUBLIN DOWN will delight you with love songs\, sea shanties\, and songs of homecoming and celebration\, with a little storytelling mixed in. All ages are welcome! \n  \nSaxe Room
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/irish-music-with-dublin-down/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Music,Performance
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SUMMARY:Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O'Brien (March)
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.  \nWriting prompts will be shared with registrants one week before the workshop via a shared Google Document\, and we request you submit your work at least three days before the workshop to give attendees time to read your poem. The link to the Google Document can be found in the confirmation email when you register.  \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-march-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230305T045900
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SUMMARY:Elvis Costello & The Imposters
DESCRIPTION:Born in London and raised there and in Liverpool\, D.P. MacManus later came to be known as\n“Elvis Costello”. He has been performing in public for over fifty years\, solo\, with the pianist\,\nSteve Nieve and with the bands Rusty\, the Attractions\, His Confederates including two former\nmembers of Elvis Presley’s TCB Band The Rude Five\, an acoustic ensemble\, The Sugarcanes\nand his current ensemble\, The Imposters. \nElvis Costello is the composer and lyricist of over six hundred published titles\, including fifteen\nsongs co-written with Paul McCartney and renowned collaborations with Allen Toussaint\, the\nBrodsky Quartet and T Bone Burnett. \nCostello has composed songs for Roy Orbis on\, Georgie Fame\, Chet Baker\, Dusty Springfield\,\nSolomon Burke and Johnny Cash and written songs with Loretta Lynn\, Bill Frisell\, Aimee Mann\,\nChris Difford\, Rosanne Cash and Kris Kristofferson\, Carole King and his wife\, Diana Krall. His\ncompositions have been recorded by George Jones\, Linda Ronstadt\, June Tabor\, Christy\nMoore\, Norma Waterson and Bjork. \nCostello is a two-time Grammy Award winner firstly with Burt Bacharach for the song\, “I Still\nHave That Other Girl” as Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals in 1998 and then in 2019 for his\n30th album release\, “Look Now”\, in the Best Traditional Pop category. Costello has received\, a\nBA FTA award in collaboration with the composer Richard Harvey on the music for Alan\nBleasdale’s eleven hour drama serial\, “GBH“\, two Ivor Novello Awards for his songwriting\ncatalogue and two Dutch Edison Awards\, firstly with the Brodsky Quartet for “The Juliet Letters”\nand then with Anne Sofie von Otter for their collaboration\, “For The Stars” and\, perhaps most\nsurprisingly\, a 1989 VMA Award for “Veronica” as “Best Male Video”.\nHe is a member of both The Songwriter’s Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. \nTickets are $49.50\, $69.50\, $89.50\, $99.50 and $129.50 depending on seat location. Discount available for Subscribers during the presale. Contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information. \nMember on sale Thursday\, November 17 at 10am\nPublic on sale Friday\, November 18 at 10am
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/elvis-costello-the-imposters/
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Impact
DESCRIPTION:Opening Reception for Impact: A Members' Exhibition in collaboration with the Fitchburg Art Museum \nFriday\, March 3\, 2023\, 6:00-9:00 PM \nArtsWorcester Main Galleries \nCome by and celebrate the artists of Impact! \nThe natural world has always inspired artists with its beauty\, power\, and the raw materials it offers for artmaking. Today\, in the face of our climate crisis\, many artists bear witness to and represent environmental changes in their work–even as others draw from the beautiful ways humans have shaped and utilized the earth. For this eleventh annual “call and response” exhibition\, artist members are asked to consider humanity’s complex relationship with our environment through artworks on loan from the Fitchburg Art Museum. \nFree and open to the public. \nOn view February 25 through April 8\, 2023.  \nGallery hours run Thursdays through Sundays\, 12-5pm. \nParking is available at the Worcester Public Library (McGrath) Lot\, Federal Plaza Garage\, Worcester Common Garage\, and Pearl-Elm Garage. Metered street parking is also available. Please do not park in the lot across the street from the Printers Building; you will be immediately towed. \nWe thank our friends and partners at the Fitchburg Art Museum for sharing their collection so generously with our artists.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/opening-reception-impact/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community
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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! \nAges: 1½ -3 years old \nRegistration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/toddler-time-26/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Melt Pop-Up Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Presenting a two week long pop-up art gallery\, Melt. This culimnation of chaos represents a wide variety of local MA artists that has been curated by senior at Clark University\, Emily Steiger\, for her senior Capstone in Media\, Culturem and the Arts. The opening reception will have live music\, local vendors\, and refreshments to honor all the great work that these amazing artists have put forward. This exhibit will be a time for artists and the public to come together and unite over their chaos\, their mania\, their passion to create.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/melt-pop-up-art-gallery/
CATEGORIES:Art,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154838
CREATED:20230518T180725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180730Z
UID:10624-1677628800-1677733140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Gaming Lab
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of friendly competition! We’ll have the Nintendo Switch set up with games such as Mario Kart\, Smash Bros\, and more. Bring your friends! \nAll gaming equipment will be provided by the library. \nFor Teens\, ages 12- 17.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/gaming-lab-9/
CATEGORIES:Free,Gaming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230301T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154838
CREATED:20230518T180547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180554Z
UID:8778-1677560400-1677646740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Great American Read Book Club (February)
DESCRIPTION:12/27: Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett \n1/24: Outlander by Diana Gabaldon \n2/28: Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood \nAttendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. \nBanx Room
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/great-american-read-book-club-february/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154838
CREATED:20230518T180652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180654Z
UID:9668-1677474000-1677560340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Historic Mechanics Hall
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission\nOpen to the Public\nRegistration Required \n  \nReserve your spot today!\nJoin us for a guided tour of our beautiful Worcester landmark and architectural treasure. \n  \nMechanics Hall is internationally regarded as one of the world's great concert halls for its superb acoustics and inspirational beauty. Regionally\, it is considered to be Worcester's finest meeting place.\n  \n19th-century elegance\, modern amenities\, superior acoustics\, and red-carpet service combine to make Mechanics Hall a superb venue for performances\, recording sessions\, weddings and galas\, business events and more.\n  \nThe accessible entrance to Mechanics Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. If you need assistance\, please contact the Mechanics Hall Ticket Office\, Monday through Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm\, by calling 508-752-5608.\n  \nMechanics Hall is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization owned and operated by the Worcester County Mechanics Association (est. 1842). It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. \n  \nLearn More | About Mechanics Hall | An Acoustical Masterpiece\nLearn About the 2020 Renovations | Inside Mechanics Hall | Mechanics Hall\nLearn About the Portraits of Mechanics Hall | The Portraits of Mechanics Hall | Mechanics Hall
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/guided-tour-of-historic-mechanics-hall/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180541Z
UID:8650-1677474000-1677560340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Stories and Songs
DESCRIPTION:Children and families are welcome to our weekly stories\, sing-alongs\, and fun activities.  A great way for children to gain early literacy\, math\, and social skills! \nAges: Families with children 5 and under \nRegistration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywp.org.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/stories-and-songs-9/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T235900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180058Z
UID:6895-1677369600-1677455940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Music Worcester Presents: An Afternoon at the Opera
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Cailin Marcel Manson\, The Worcester Chorus returns to the stage at historic Mechanics Hall for an evening of arias and choruses from your favorite classic opera works.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/music-worcester-presents-an-afternoon-at-the-opera/
CATEGORIES:Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180627Z
UID:9083-1677301200-1677387540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Scrabble Time (February)
DESCRIPTION:Do you love Scrabble? Meet other fans of the popular board game and strike up a game! Staff will be available to teach new players as well. Ages 16 and up welcome!   
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/scrabble-time-february/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Gaming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180628Z
UID:9113-1677301200-1677387540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Digital Real Estate Records for Genealogy (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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 and potential pitfalls.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/digital-real-estate-records-for-genealogy-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180532Z
UID:8555-1677301200-1677387540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Read Aloud with Me Beginning Readers Club
DESCRIPTION:Congratulations on your wonderful journey of learning to read! New readers\, together with their caregivers\, can practice reading skills in an encouraging atmosphere\, get assistance in choosing books\, and learn some tips and tricks to help navigate the exciting world of leveled readers.  \nBest for ages 5-7. \nRegistration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org \nMeeting dates:  December 3 & 17\, January 14 & 28\, February 11 & 25
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/read-aloud-with-me-beginning-readers-club/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180706Z
UID:10384-1677196800-1677473940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:The Seagull presented by THTC Youth Acting Company
DESCRIPTION:February 24th 2023\, 7:00 pm\nFebruary 25th 2023\, 7:00 pm\nFebruary 26th 2023\, 2:00 pm \n  \nExperience Livy Scanlon’s 75-minute adaptation of Chekhov’s The Seagull\, presented by The Hanover Theatre Conservatory’s Youth Acting Company (YAC). In a letter dated 1895\, Anton Chekhov wrote\, “Believe it or not\, my friend\, I’m writing a play! It’s a comedy: three female roles\, six male\, four acts\, a great deal of conversation about literature\, very little action and ten tons of love.” The result of his efforts was The Seagull\, a slice-of-life portrait set on a modest estate in the Russian countryside at the turn of the century. The story focuses on the romantic and artistic conflicts between the young poet Constantine\, the ingenue Nina\, the fading actress Arkadina and the middlebrow story writer Boris Trigorin. Ultimately\, each of Chekhov’s motley cast of characters seeks fulfillment and\, in doing so\, delivers a humorous albeit bittersweet satire\, poking fun at human folly. \nThese performances will be held in The Brickbox Theater at 20 Franklin Street\, Worcester. \nTickets are $20. Seating is general admission. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/the-seagull-presented-by-thtc-youth-acting-company/
CATEGORIES:Art,Family-friendly,Performance,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180718Z
UID:10488-1677110400-1677214740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Healthcare & Human Services Specialized Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:HEALTHCARE & HUMAN SERVICES JOB FAIR \nThu. Feb. 23\, 2023\, 10am-Noon  **** First 50 job seekers get $10 gas card!! \nMassHire Southbridge Career Center\, 14 Mechanic St.\, 3rd Floor\, Suite 330\, Southbridge\, MA 01550 \nDrive behind the Southbridge Hotel building\, and facing the main entrance\, use the door to the left and take the elevator to Floor 3\, Suite 330. \nNo cost to participate – MASKS ARE REQUIRED * NO JOB SEEKER PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED * Please bring updated resumes and dress properly! \nParticipating companies:  Quaboag Rehab/Nursing Ctr\, Venture Community Services\, Arbor Associates\, Key Program\, Goddard Homestead\, Linx Autism Svcs\, LUK Inc\, Family Svcs Central MA\, Lanessa Extended Care\, UMass Harrington Hospital\, UMass Memorial Healthcare\, UMass Medical School\, YOU Inc. Spectrum Health Sys\, Open Sky Comm Svcs\, Tri-Valley Inc\, The Overlook.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/healthcare-human-services-specialized-job-fair/
CATEGORIES:Southbridge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180706Z
UID:10374-1677110400-1677214740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Superhero Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Black History Month by honoring trailblazing Black superheroes. Decorate your own cape and mask\, have your own superhero photo shoot\, and end the day with watching Spider-man: Into the Spider-Verse. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/superhero-day/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Movies + Film,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180648Z
UID:9411-1677128400-1677214740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Club 321 featuring Mafalda Minnozzi with Paul Ricci: eMPathia Jazz Duo
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 23\, 2023\nDoors: 6:15pm\nShow: 7:00pm \nAges 21+\nPresented by Mechanics Hall & 90.5 FM WICN Public Radio\n  \nJoin us for a wonderful Club 321 evening featuring Mafalda Minnozzi with Paul Ricci: eMPathia Jazz Duo. \nWith a career spanning 35 years\, Mafalda Minnozzi has performed over 1\,000 concerts across three continents\, produced 18 CDs\, 2 DVDs\, dozens of video clips\, and more than 250 videos recorded on the stages of theaters\, auditoriums and festivals to document a career built “live." Her voice is featured on dozens of compilations and soundtracks of television series and films\, in which she has also appeared as a composer. Her very soul is in fact international\, because she welcomes the spirit of the three countries in which she has written the main chapters of her history to date: Italy\, Brazil and the United States. \nBorn in New York\, Paul Ricci has performed and studied various styles of music that have led to an enduring career as a guitarist\, arranger\, and producer in the USA and Brazil. Paul has toured with singer and activist Harry Belafonte\, and has performed alongside many notable performers. In 1996\, Paul began a musical collaboration Mafalda Minnozzi\, that soon transformed into a solid and lasting musical partnership spanning many years. Their most recent refined and original project is entitled\, “eMPathia." \nLearn more about Mafalda Minnozzi\nLearn more about Paul Ricci \n\nAbout Club 321\nClub 321 is a partnership between the Mechanics Hall Modern Mechanics Guild and WICN to present contemporary sounds for adult audiences. \nTickets are $18 purchased in advance; $20 at the door. Ticket holders must be at least 21 years old. Seating will be at cabaret-style tables in Mechanics Hall’s elegant Washburn Hall\, with cash bar and light refreshments available for purchase. Mechanics Hall is located at 321 Main Street in Worcester. To learn more and purchase tickets\, visit mechanicshall.org/club321.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/club-321-featuring-mafalda-minnozzi-with-paul-ricci-empathia-jazz-duo/
CATEGORIES:Music,Nightlife,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T045900
DTSTAMP:20260427T154839
CREATED:20230518T180606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180609Z
UID:8913-1677128400-1677473940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Annie
DESCRIPTION:The best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production – just as you remember it and just when we need it most. \nHolding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination\, and sometimes\, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner. \n\nLovable Charming and Gutsy \nNew York Times \nAnnie\, directed by Jenn Thompson\, features the iconic book and score\, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan\, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family\, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.   \nUnmistakably known as a timeless masterpiece\, Annie\, the Musical has been capturing the hearts of audiences since 1976! The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory presents the magical\, the spectacular and the heartwarming story of Annie\, an orphan whose happiness and positivity continues to remind generations that no matter how hard life can get sometimes\, the ‘Sun Will Come out Tomorrow’ This winter\, The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory has put together a full schedule of shows from February 23rd through February 26th\, with multiple times to choose from. Be part of an evening where a magnificent story of love\, family and positive outlook in life will have you laughing and singing. Purchase your tickets today! You will be glad you did! \nAudio Description services available at the Sunday\, February 26 matinee performance\, 1 pm\nASL available at the Sunday\, February 26 evening performance\, 6:30 pm (If you are using ASL services\, please let the ticket office know when you are ready to purchase tickets\, so we can place you in seats in front of the ASL interpreter.) \nTickets are $39\, $49\, $62 and $79 depending on seat location. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/annie/
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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