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Kevin James

Kevin James might be best known now as the star of The King of Queens, but his comedy career started well before that as a stand-up on the Long Island comedy scene.The King of Queens, which premiered in 1998, ran for nine seasons on CBS with James starring and executive […]

Worcester Regional Food Hub Marketplace

Downtown Worcester BID November Community Meeting

Join the Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District (BID) on the second Friday of each month to catch up on all things Downtown Worcester! These social hours are an opportunity for Downtown stakeholders to enjoy some caffeine and conversation with other Downtown aficionados. Our November meeting will be held in the Worcester Regional Food Hub’s […]

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Nutrition Class with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian: Beloved Carbs

11/12/22 - Beloved Carbs How should we think about, and manage, those carbohydrates we all love? "Carbs" is a nutrient category that covers a lot of ground—starchy foods, fruits, vegetables, desserts, sweet coffee beverages, grains, to name several. We know that excess carbs can contribute to common and serious health […]

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LEGO Club

Do you love to build with Legos? We do too! Come create something original with Legos. Each month we will have a different building challenge. Caregivers stay in the room and younger kids are welcome as long as their grown-up is willing to build with them and no one eats […]

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Paws To Read

Come read to Nikki! Therapy dogs serve as a calm presence and allow children to work to improve literacy, comprehension, and communication with a non-judgmental listener. Ages 6 - 11.

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Movie & Mocktails: Elf

Join us for a showing of the holiday classic Elf, mocktail mixing, and snacks. Ages 18+. No registration required. Saxe Room

Mechanics Hall

A Night To Remember: Folk Guardians of Worcester

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!! A Night to Remember: Folk Guardians of Worcester will take guests on a journey all around the world, to countries with rich African heritage; where the sounds and choreographies made are the syncretism* of the Afro with the Indigenous, giving rise to the emergence of the first […]

Mechanics Hall

A Night to Remember: Folk Guardians of Worcester, “Connecting through Culture”

Join us at 3:00pm for "Hall of Cultures", an immersive celebration of diversity and community, followed by stage performances beginning at 6:00pm. Hall of Cultures: 3:00pm until 5:00pm Stage Performances: 6:00pm until 8:00pm   Performers: • Querencia Dance Company • Crocodile River Music • Son del Sol with Jack Bastante • Tribe […]

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. 

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Raised Salt Painting

Glue, salt, and watercolor are all you need for this simple activity, also known as salty watercolors. Join us for this colorful afternoon. For ages 6-8. Registration  is required, registered at mywpl.org/online-calendar.

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Virtual Genealogy Club (November)

Please join fellow genealogists from WPL and the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists as we meet via Zoom to informally discuss the joys and challenges of sharing our passion for family history. Bring your curiosity, your latest research and those stubborn brick walls. All are welcome.

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