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SUMMARY:Santa Visit
DESCRIPTION:Santa Claus is coming to town! Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and take a magical photo. Please bring your own camera. Numbers to see Santa will be handed out upon arrival. Free and open to all! Sponsored by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/santa-visit/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Kid-friendly,Music,Performance
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T235900
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SUMMARY:Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox: A Very Postmodern Christmas
DESCRIPTION:When New York City pianist Scott Bradlee created Postmodern Jukebox out of a basement in Queens in 2011\, his goal was simple: to remake the pop hits of today into the classic sounds of the legends of yesterday. Miley Cyrus became The Platters. Bruno Mars became Frank Sinatra. The Spice Girls became The Andrews Sisters. Guns ’n’ Roses became Bessie Smith. \nNow\, nearly a decade later\, Postmodern Jukebox has grown to become a pop culture mainstay in its own right\, having played over a thousand shows on six continents worldwide — including acclaimed venues like Radio City Music Hall\, Sydney Opera House\, and Red Rocks Amphitheater. In the process\, PMJ has introduced audience to many of the world’s greatest singers\, dancers\, and instrumentalist — many of whom have gone on to become stars in their own right. \nOne part celebration of vintage music and culture\, one part “’Saturday Night Live’ for singers”\, a Postmodern Jukebox show is an unforgettable trip back in time that makes Pop Music History — in your own hometown. \nTickets are $39\, $49\, $89 and $109\, with limited VIP packages available for $139 and $189. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/scott-bradlees-postmodern-jukebox-a-very-postmodern-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T045900
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CREATED:20230518T180615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180618Z
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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. \nNo Registration Required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/gaming-lab/
CATEGORIES:Free,Gaming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151118
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180609Z
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SUMMARY:Music Together with Pakachoag Winter Reg
DESCRIPTION:Come wiggle and sing\, jump and laugh\, tap your toes and clap your hands! We're making Music Together with babies\, toddlers and pre-schoolers. accompanied by moms and dads\, sometimes grandparents too.  For ages birth to five with caregiver\, these weekly classes nurture every child's inner musician.  The award-winning research-based Music Together curriculum is used around the world. Choose from six locations in and around Worcester.  This Winter we're using the Sticks Song Collection\, one of nine different collections used over three years.  \nNot quite sure?  Here are some of the benefits of making Music Together: \n\nStrengthened language and literacy skills\nEnhanced social and emotional development\nPattern recognition ( = math skills in the future)\nLearning to plan guide\, and self-regulate behaviour\nComfort and success as a maker of music – the simple joy of music that lasts a lifetime.\n\nRegistration opens Wednesday\, December 7th.  Winter tuition:  $184.  Discounts available for siblings.  Financial Aid applications available if your family income is below $60\,000 annually.  Tuition includes song book and CD for at home use.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/music-together-with-pakachoag-winter-reg/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Kid-friendly,Music,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T045900
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SUMMARY:Brown Bag Concert: Navy Band Northeast with the NEC Chamber Singers
DESCRIPTION:Established in 1974\, Navy Band Northeast is based at the United States Naval Station in Newport\, Rhode Island and is one of 11 official U.S. Navy bands worldwide\, providing musical support for military ceremonies\, recruiting\, morale and retention programs\, and community relations. \nFor their performance at Mechanics Hall\, the Navy Band Northeast will perform a selection of favorite tunes for the holiday season. \n*Concessions will be available\n*Registration not required
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/brown-bag-concert-navy-band-northeast-with-the-nec-chamber-singers/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Music,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T045900
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SUMMARY:Photos with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Santa will be stopping by the Main Library for a magical visit! Take your child’s photo as they visit with Santa. Please bring your own camera. Time and space is limited\, so collect a numbered ticket when you arrive. Kids can complete a winter craft in the Pappas Children’s Center while they are waiting. Free and open to all! Sponsored by the Friends of Worcester Public Library. \nLocation: Pappas Children’s Center (Outside at photo shoot area) \nRegistration: Tickets given out on arrival
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/photos-with-santa/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T235900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151118
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SUMMARY:We Three Kings: An Irish Tenors Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The Godfathers of Irish repertoire. \nThe Irish Tenors powerful vocal line-up of Anthony Kearns\, Ronan Tynan and Declan Kelly are unquestionably the leading brand of this genre. All classically trained singers\, each having performed in leading concert halls across the world\, together they combine to produce a sound and concert experience\, which touches hearts and stirs the emotions. Happy songs of celebration and humour\, mixed with touching melodies and songs that warm the heart. \n‘We Three Kings’ is their best selling Christmas Album and includes all of superb Christmas gems that feature year after year in their legendary Christmas Tour\, attending which has become a firm tradition for so many families who love their music and the special sparkle that marks their holiday programme.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/we-three-kings-an-irish-tenors-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Seasonal + Holiday,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151118
CREATED:20230518T180615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180618Z
UID:9003-1670302800-1670389140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Board at Worcester Public Library
DESCRIPTION:We need YOU! Do you want to make a difference? Do you need service hours for school? Why not do both at the same time? We want YOUR input about what types of programs\, books\, DVDs\, games and other stuff we should have at the library for YOU to use. We’ll discuss what days and times work for future meetings as well. Snacks will be served. \nTAB is funded by LITT\, the Library Initiative for Teens and Tweens.  \nFor Teens\, ages 12- 17.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/teen-advisory-board-at-worcester-public-library/
CATEGORIES:Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151118
CREATED:20230518T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180534Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual American History Book Discussion (December)
DESCRIPTION:Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history.   \n12/6: How to Survive a Plague: The Story of How Activists and Scientists Tamed AIDS by David France \n1/3: The Daughters of Yalta: The Churchills\, Roosevelts and Harrmans by Catherine Grace Katz \n2/7: The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story by Nikole Hannah Jones\, et al.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-american-history-book-discussion-december/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180541Z
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SUMMARY:Chanukah Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the story of Chanukah\, and to learn more about this celebration. The program will include a story\, art\, game-playing and more! Presented by Chani Fogelman of the Central Mass Chabad. \nRecommended for children under 8 and their families.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/chanukah-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180544Z
UID:8690-1670216400-1670302740@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-17/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T045900
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SUMMARY:stART at the Station
DESCRIPTION:stART on the Street brings its 15th annual gifting-themed arts and crafts festival to Worcester\, MA. Support the local economy and find unique\, handmade gifts in a range of prices by joining us to shop with 125+ local artists and crafters! \n\nUnion Station\, Worcester MA\n125+ artists and crafters\n100% handmade\nBirchtree Bakery will have food and beverage for sale in the front entryway.\n9:30-10:30am: $10 admission to get first dibs on all handmade wares while shopping with lighter crowds\n11am – 5pm: free entry for all!\n\nThis holiday season and beyond\, Team stART thanks everyone who supports the local economy by buying handmade! \n  \nstART on the Street is a program of Creative Hub Worcester.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/start-at-the-station/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Free,Seasonal + Holiday,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180612Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Gay Men's Chorus presents Joyful & Triumphant & Gay!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with the joyous and triumphant sounds of the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus as they perform traditional favorites and modern classics. \nThe Boston Gay Men’s Chorus (BGMC) is one of New England’s largest and most successful community-based choruses. Founded in 1982\, the voice ensemble of some 200 voices is celebrated for its outstanding musicianship\, creative programming\, groundbreaking community outreach\, and an innovative educational program. Under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Reuben M. Reynolds III\, the BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music and creates social change by providing a positive\, affirming image of the LGBTQ+ community. The Chorus is heard live by thousands of people each season and millions more through recording\, television and internet broadcasts. CBS-WBZ named the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus one of the “top 5” choruses in the city of Boston. The Boston Business Journal has named BGMC one of the top 10 performing arts organizations in the city each year since 2018. BGMC is a Cultural Ambassador — being the first LGBTQ+ chorus to perform in Poland in 2005\, the Middle East in 2015 and in South Africa in June 2018. \nThe Chorus’ performance of Joyful & Triumphant & Gay at Mechanics Hall on December 4 is its first in-person holiday show since 2019.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/boston-gay-mens-chorus-presents-joyful-triumphant-gay/
CATEGORIES:Community,LGBTQ,Music,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T235900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
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SUMMARY:Pavlo in Concert - "The Santorini Tour"
DESCRIPTION:A fundraiser to support the Alzheimer Association! Sponsored by Infinity MedSpa. \nFor one night only\, the world renowned PAVLO is performing live in concert at The Hanover Theatre for a fundraiser to benefit Alzheimer’s research treatment. Join Pavlo\, his talented guests and his band who will take you on an unforgettable Mediterranean escape. Enjoy their signature sounds blending the styles of Greek\, Spanish and Latin music for all ages. OPA! \nTickets are $30\, $40\, $60 and $80 depending on seat location\, with limited pre-show M&G tickets for $125 with photos\, autographs and a chance to chat with Pavlo. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/pavlo-in-concert-the-santorini-tour/
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Performance,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180539Z
UID:8600-1670043600-1670129940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Family Myths and Legends (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an old family story that you would like to prove or disprove? Join us as we discuss how to research your family legends.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/family-myths-and-legends-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T045900
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SUMMARY:Virtual Poetry Writing Workshop with Susan Roney-O’Brien (December)
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-december/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180534Z
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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-6/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180519Z
UID:8391-1670043600-1670129940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: Dread Running
DESCRIPTION:Catherine Smith’s series\, Dread Running: Memorial to Lost Dogs\, investigates humanity’s relationship to the animal world\, establishes a place to mourn and pay tribute to countless unnamed shelter dogs. In a complicated act of grieving and honoring their lives\, she combined the discarded cremains of dogs with ceramic glaze to create a set of relief sculptures. When compiled into a stop-motion video\, these reliefs evoke the past lives of these creatures and the eternity in which they now run. \nThe artist will be joined by veterinarian and author Dr. Karen Fine\, and Kristin Mullins\, Executive Director of the Worcester Animal Rescue League\, in a conversation about the artwork\, its connections to their work in animal clinics\, shelters\, and with pet owners\, and hard truths about humanity's relationship to animals. The discussion will be followed by a Q&A and a visit to the galleries together. \nThe galleries open that day at 9:15 AM\, and the panel begins at 10:00 AM. \nFree and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. \n  \nABOUT THE PANELISTS \nCatherine Smith\, born in Washington\, D.C. in 1950\, grew up exposed to national news on a daily basis and abundant free art museums from an early age\, leading to an interest in both politics and art. She pursued an art degree in painting\, which unfortunately led to office work in printing companies that afforded little creative outlet. At age 35\, she changed direction and moved to Chicago to attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, eventually receiving an MFA in sculpture\, preferring the physicality of working in three dimensions. Her love of installation work and embrace of the idea that art can relate to wider social and political issues led to solo\, group and collaborative exhibitions in numerous museums and galleries over more than thirty years. She spent twenty years teaching sculpture\, drawing and design at a college in Flint\, Michigan. After retiring\, she moved to Worcester and has maintained a studio there for the last ten years. \nKaren Fine\, D.V.M. is a veterinarian and writer who operated a house call practice in central Massachusetts for 25 years. Her memoir\, The Other Family Doctor: A Veterinarian Explores What Animals Can Teach Us About Love\, Life and Mortality is forthcoming in March 2023 from Penguin Random House. She is also the author of the textbook Narrative Medicine in Veterinary Practice from CRC Press\, published in 2021. Dr. Fine\, a Tufts graduate\, currently practices at Central Animal Hospital in Leominster and Riverlin Animal Hospital in Millbury. \nIn 2019\, after serving as a volunteer and a board member\, Kristin Mullins became Executive Director of the Worcester Animal Rescue League\, where she oversees their services\, advocacy\, and outreach. To this role\, she brought decades of experience in human resources and operations at UMass Chan Medical School\, and a life-long commitment to animal welfare\, both here in Massachusetts and in the Virgin Islands. Ms. Mullins has served as an advisor to the New England Federation of Humane Societies and received the Community Leadership Award from the Northeast Human Resources Association for her volunteer work. \n  \nABOUT CATHERINE SMITH: DREAD RUNNING \nDread Running\, the winner of ArtsWorcester’s Present Tense Prize\, will be on view in ArtsWorcester's East Gallery\, and on the organization's website\, from Thursday\, November 10\, through Sunday\, December 18\, 2022. Public gallery hours run Thursdays through Sundays\, 12:00-5:00 PM. \nAs part of a series on mourning and physical loss\, Smith retrieved discarded animal cremains from a Michigan shelter\, near where she lived at the time. After combining them with ceramic glaze\, she shaped them into forty-four relief sculptures that depict a running dog. The sculptures invoke Eadweard Muybridge’s nineteenth-century motion-study photographs of an English mastiff\, "Dread\," which shaped our understanding of how dogs move. Smith then photographed her sculptures\, and turned those photographs into a stop-motion video in which the dog runs again\, forever. \nAt a moment in which we are obliged to reconsider our cultural and biological dominance over the non-human world\, Dread Running asks us to look at painful truths about our relationship to animal life and death\, and the end to many of those relationships. “Like Victorian hair wreaths\, the individual pieces are relics of lost lives\,” says Smith. “When combined\, they form a memorial to honor these animals—some old\, some newly born\, some unwanted and some lost\, but once loved ferociously.”
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/panel-discussion-dread-running/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Readings + Talks,Workshops + Seminars
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T235900
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SUMMARY:Chelsea Handler: Vaccinated and Horny Tour
DESCRIPTION:Vaccinated and Horny Tour \nChelsea Handler is a comedian\, television host\, best-selling author and advocate whose humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated Chelsea Lately\, a tenure in which Handler was the only female late-night talk show host on-air\, she then launched her documentary series Chelsea Does followed by her talk show Chelsea on Netflix in 2016. She has penned six best-selling books\, five of which have reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list\, including 2019’s Life Will Be the Death of Me. Most recently\, she released her first stand-up special in over 6 years\, the critically acclaimed Chelsea Handler: Evolution on HBO Max\, and launched her iHeart Radio advice podcast\, Dear Chelsea. Handler has been honored by TIME magazine as one of its annual “TIME 100;” Glamour Magazine as one of their Women of the Year; and the Human Rights Campaign\, which gave her its Ally for Equality Award. Handler’s wide appeal and multi-platform success have been highlighted by publications all over the world.  \nTickets are $49\, $59\, $69\, $79\, $89 and $99 seat location. Limited VIP Meet and Greet seating available for $239. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/chelsea-handler-vaccinated-and-horny-tour/
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T235900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180103Z
UID:6915-1670025600-1670111940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Music Worcester Presents: The Worcester Chorus | Handel Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Chris Shepard\, The Worcester Chorus is one of America’s oldest and longest-running choral ensembles. Attending their annual performance of Handel’s Messiah at historic Mechanics Hall on the first weekend of December each year is a holiday tradition for many families and choral music fans in the Greater Worcester community and beyond.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/music-worcester-presents-the-worcester-chorus-handel-messiah/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221204T235900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180103Z
UID:7900-1670025600-1670198340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:My Son The Waiter
DESCRIPTION:This hilarious and poignant story is universal in its message: The journey to follow one's dream and the parents who suffer through it! Actor/Comedian Brad Zimmerman's hit New York comedy is the moving and hilarious story of the grit and passion required to 'make it’ as an artist and the sweet rewards that come from never giving up. Brad moved to New York after graduating college and 'temporarily' waited tables for 29 years while pursuing his career as an actor. Finally\, he got a role on the Sopranos and worked as a comedian opening for Joan Rivers (for eight years)\, George Carlin\, and Brad Garrett. He now has his own Off-Broadway show that is as profound and touching as it is entertaining. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/my-son-the-waiter/
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180529Z
UID:8510-1669957200-1670043540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION: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. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. \nDate/Time: Fridays @ 11:00 AM December 2\, 9\, 16\, January 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, February 3\, 10\, 17 \nAges: 0-18 months
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/baby-bounce-39/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180530Z
UID:8515-1669957200-1670043540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION: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. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. \nDate/Time: Fridays @ 10:00 AM December 2\, 9\, 16\, January 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, February 3\, 10\, 17 \nAges: 0-18 months
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/baby-bounce-40/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T235900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180104Z
UID:6860-1669939200-1670025540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:2022 Boston Pops Holiday Tour
DESCRIPTION: "Sparkling and Beloved" \nJoin the Boston Pops and conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. Capturing the magic of the Christmas season and the winter charms of New England\, the Boston Pops will perform holiday classics and new arrangements of seasonal favorites. They are joined by the Metropolitan Chorale\, known as one of Metro Boston’s premier choral ensembles. Santa Claus himself will make a guest appearance during the concert’s finale. \nTickets are $69\, $85\, $109 and $149 depending on seat location. Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/2022-boston-pops-holiday-tour/
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20220614T171909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T171909Z
UID:5334-1669921200-1669921200@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Technocopia Open Hack (our open house\, every Thursday!)
DESCRIPTION:Starting in April 2022\nOpen Hack is back! \nEvery Thursday night \nfrom 7-9 PM. \nWhat is "Open Hack"? \n\n\nWhat? 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. \n\n\nWhy? Because working on our creative projects is more fun when we do it together. You can also ask for a tour when you are here! \n\n\nWhen? Thursday nights at 7:00 PM!\n		  \n\n\n\n\nOpen Hacks and Crafts is a weekly event at Technocopia where we invite members and the public to share their ideas and projects with one another. It's an excellent place to learn more about who we are\, and meet new artisans and makers in an inspiring environment. \n\n\n\n\nNo need to register – all are welcome to show up to 44 Portland Street\, Worcester\, sixth floor. EventBrite listing. \n\n\nAll non-member visitors are welcome and must be buzzed in via the front door call box. \n\n\nFor directions and parking info\, click here. https://technocopia.org/directions
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/technocopia-open-hack-our-open-house-every-thursday-2022-12-01/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Gaming,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Nightlife,Tours,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180539Z
UID:8610-1669870800-1669957140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Knitting Circle (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Do you miss knitting with other people? All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us in person or virtually from the comfort of your own home! Knit along with us on a themed project\, knit for charity\, or feel free to knit something you are working on already. Basic knitting will be taught in-person only. If you want to learn to knit\, please bring a pair of size 7 or 8 straight knitting needles and a skein of worsted weight yarn. \nMonthly themes: \nDecember Holiday Gifts \nJanuary: Blankets and Afghan Squares \nFebruary: Baby Knits \nTo join this program virtually\, please click this Zoom link or copy and paste it into your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84652418748  \n  \nMeets Thursdays 2:30 – 3:30 until the end of May. \nFirst Floor Ellipse
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/knitting-circle-hybrid/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180532Z
UID:8550-1669870800-1669957140@www.downtownworcester.org
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-22/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221125T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221127T235900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180104Z
UID:6855-1669334400-1669593540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:The Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION:Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family! \nExperience the dazzling new lighting and scenery by Broadway designers! Kick off your holiday season Thanksgiving weekend with a spectacular treat for the whole family. Featuring live music from The Hanover Theatre Nutcracker Orchestra\, this production of The Nutcracker will enchant you with its brilliant dancing and vibrant costumes. \nTickets are $39\, $45 and $52 depending on seat location. Discounts are available for subscribers.  Please contact the box office at 877.571.SHOW (7469) for more information.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/the-nutcracker/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family-friendly,Performance,Seasonal + Holiday,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20220614T171909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T171909Z
UID:5333-1669316400-1669316400@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Technocopia Open Hack (our open house\, every Thursday!)
DESCRIPTION:Starting in April 2022\nOpen Hack is back! \nEvery Thursday night \nfrom 7-9 PM. \nWhat is "Open Hack"? \n\n\nWhat? 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. \n\n\nWhy? Because working on our creative projects is more fun when we do it together. You can also ask for a tour when you are here! \n\n\nWhen? Thursday nights at 7:00 PM!\n		  \n\n\n\n\nOpen Hacks and Crafts is a weekly event at Technocopia where we invite members and the public to share their ideas and projects with one another. It's an excellent place to learn more about who we are\, and meet new artisans and makers in an inspiring environment. \n\n\n\n\nNo need to register – all are welcome to show up to 44 Portland Street\, Worcester\, sixth floor. EventBrite listing. \n\n\nAll non-member visitors are welcome and must be buzzed in via the front door call box. \n\n\nFor directions and parking info\, click here. https://technocopia.org/directions
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/technocopia-open-hack-our-open-house-every-thursday-2022-11-24/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Free,Gaming,Kid-friendly,LGBTQ,Nightlife,Tours,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221121T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221122T045900
DTSTAMP:20260522T151119
CREATED:20230518T180519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180521Z
UID:8419-1669006800-1669093140@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Gratitude Journal Art Craft
DESCRIPTION:Remember all of the special people and things in your life this season by creating a handmade gratitude journal. Make and decorate your journal with our art supplies and be inspired to write. \nFor ages 8-11. \nRegistration required\, register at mywpl.org/online-calendar.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/gratitude-journal-art-craft/
CATEGORIES:Events,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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