Worcester Public Library

Toddler Time

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!  For […]

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

THT Rep presents Macbeth

MACBETH by William Shakespeare Fair is foul in this fast-paced take on Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy. Cut to a swift 90 minutes and helmed by THT Rep’s Artistic Director, Livy Scanlon, the action comes to life through a large cast and inventive staging with post-apocalyptic vibes. Join us for a sleek, bleak […]

Technocopia

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

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

Worcester Public Library

Baby Bounce

Introduce your baby to reading books with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays and songs, and lots of snuggling. Designed especially for them! You’re invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0 - 18 months. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.

Worcester Public Library

Baby Bounce

Introduce your baby to reading books with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays and songs, and lots of snuggling. Designed especially for them! You’re invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0 - 18 months. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.

Worcester Public Library

Baby Bounce

Introduce your baby to reading books with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays and songs, and lots of snuggling. Designed especially for them! You’re invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0 - 18 months. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.

Worcester Public Library

Baby Bounce

Introduce your baby to reading books with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays and songs, and lots of snuggling. Designed especially for them! You’re invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0 - 18 months. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.

The Mercantile Worcester

Octoberfest featuring Sam Adams

Sam Adams Pop-up, Stein Holding Contest, Free Sam Adams Oktoberfest Beer, Oktoberfest-Themed Food Specials, and more! OCTOBERFEST-THEMED FOOD SPECIALS | AVAILABLE 9.29 - 10.2 (Dinner Only) SAM ADAMS OCTOBERFEST POP-UP -Free Oktoberfest beer samples -Stein holding contests every 30 minutes; the winner gets free Sam Adams swag! -Groups of 8-10 […]

Worcester Public Library

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

This virtual poetry workshop is a vehicle for critique, a time of close reading and thoughtful responses that help craft the written word so that it says exactly what the author intends. The focus is the work itself. Poets are respectful of each other, value the craft, understand the courage […]

Worcester Public Library

Movie & Mocktails: Hocus Pocus

Join us for a showing of the holiday classic Hocus Pocus (1993), mocktail mixing, and snacks. Best witch hat wins a prize! Ages 18+.  Saxe Room

Worcester Public Library

Stories and Songs

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! For families with children 5 and under. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. 

The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts

“ŚLASK” TOUR – Around the World in 80 Minutes

The Ensemble is named after the Silesia region (‘Śląsk’ in Polish), and the name of its founder to commemorate his undeniable contribution to the greatness of ‘ŚLASK’ and acclaimed position it has earned over the years. For decades, the Ensemble strove for perfection and mastery. Today, it is a cultural institution with great […]

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