BrickBox Theater

Tony Award Winner Kelli O’Hara

Join us for one of Broadway's most celebrated leading ladies in concert. Broadway in Worcester and the Hanover Theatre present Tony Award winner and star of stage and screen, Kelli O’Hara. Ms. O’Hara has been hailed by The New York Times as “Broadway musical’s undisputed queen.” Her concerts have gained […]

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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. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. Date/Time: Fridays @ 10:00 AM December 2, 9, 16, […]

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Creator Studio: Digital Art

Today is all about digital art! Try out Procreate on our iPads, and make something amazing! We'll be there to get you started.  Ages 12-17.  Registration is required. 

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Movie & Mocktails (January)

Enjoy mocktails and snacks as we revisit some of pop culture’s greatest films.  1/7: Gremlins (1984) 2/4: The Sandlot (1993)   Banx Room Register https://mywpl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/movie-mocktails/

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

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 […]

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Magic with Tommy James

Come be amazed by Tommy James, one of New England’s funniest magicians. Along with a real, live bunny, Tommy will present a rollercoaster ride of magic entertainment that will have children of all ages belly-laughing for the entire show! Sponsored by the Friends of Worcester Public Library.   Ages 11 […]

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The Snowy Day Storytime

We will listen to the beloved children’s book The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats, warm up with a cup of cocoa, and paint a snowy day picture!  Recommended for ages 4 -8. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org/online-calendar. 

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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! Ages: Families with children 5 and under Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywp.org.

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De-Stress with Dogs (January)

Visit with a registered therapy dog to bring a little rest and relaxation to your day. Therapy animals are generally privately owned pets who are brought by their handlers to places to bring joy and smiles. This program is made possible by Tufts Paws for People, which is a Community […]

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Cricut Maker for Beginners I: Learn the Design Software (January)

Learn how to design signs, stickers, labels, and more with the free software, Cricut Design Space. Participants will receive instruction on how to use the software while creating their own design. *Basic computer knowledge required* Patrons are encouraged to bring their own laptop or tablet loaded with Cricut Design Space […]

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Teen Advisory Board

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. […]

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Virtual True Crime Book Club (January)

Please join our ongoing book club to discuss popular books in the true crime genres.   12/14: Hell's Half Acre by Susan Jonusas 1/11: The Good Nurse: A True Story of Medicine, Madness, and Murder by Charles Graeber 2/8: The Doomsday Mother by John Glatt

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