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SUMMARY:Robotics: LEGO Mindstorms 3/22
DESCRIPTION:Ages 10 & up. If you love the idea of building things and bringing them to life\, WPL has just the thing for you! Join us for a weekly collaborative club in which we assemble a LEGO Mindstorms Robot Inventor model and control it remotely via a tablet and an app. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/robotics-lego-mindstorms-3-22/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Virtual Cooking Classes with Chef Kelcy: Spring Risotto
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in the air and Chef Kelcy is excited to share one of her easy go-to spring recipes\, risotto! Featuring roasted asparagus and mushrooms with surprisingly fresh hints of lemon\, this workshop is sure to help you demystify the risotto-making process (hint\, it's all in the wrist) so you can make this delicious and versatile gluten-free dinner at home.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-cooking-classes-with-chef-kelcy-spring-risotto/
CATEGORIES:Community,Food + Drink,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Virtual Marketing and Publishing Workshop with Margo Gabriel
DESCRIPTION:This course will outline how to market yourself\, brand or business if you have a small team or you’re a solo entrepreneur or creative. Learn how to send cold emails to editors\, writers and your target audience. Where to find contact information of editors and journalists. Participants will also learn tools they can use to self-publish their work. \nWorkshop Takeaways: \n1. Participants will learn basic skills and best practices on marketing their brand or products \n2. How to put together a concise biography\, media kit\, and pitch email to media and editors\, \n3. Tools and resources on how to write\, edit\, design and self-publish books \nMargo Gabriel is a freelance food writer from Boston\, MA. She is a cookbook author with a passion for travel and shares her experiences on her blog\, Margo’s Creative Life. She is based in Lisbon\, Portugal. She has been featured in Boston Art Review\, ButcherBox\, Cuisine Noir\, Edible Boston\, Fodor's\, The New York Times\, HuffPost and Salon. She is a contributing writer at Cuisine Noir magazine \nMargo Gabriel is a freelance writer\, cookbook author and editor from Boston\, MA. She is the author of The Expat Kitchen cookbook. She is based in Lisbon\, Portugal. She has been featured in The New York Times\, HuffPost\, and Salon. Her words have been published in Boston Art Review\, Cuisine Noir\, Edible Boston\, Fodor’s Travel\, and Solstice Literary Magazine.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-marketing-and-publishing-workshop-with-margo-gabriel/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Art of the Soul Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:“Art of the Soul\,” created by members of Everyday Miracles Peer Recovery Support Center in collaboration with faculty from College of the Holy Cross\, features a series of photography and collage.  In the works\, members explore a range of themes including identity\, beauty\, vulnerability and transcendence. In a time characterized by uncertainty\, their works celebrate the joy of new beginnings and hope for the future. \n  \nEveryday Miracles Peer Recovery Support Center is a member-run community center for people recovering from addiction. Situated in downtown Worcester\, Massachusetts\, the center is open to the public and serves on average 100 people a day. This project was made possible in part through the generous support of the Greater Worcester Community Foundation.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/art-of-the-soul-opening-reception/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:A Masterclass with Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti
DESCRIPTION:Broadway in Worcester invites Worester area high school and college students to a Masterclass with with Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti \nThrough the generosity of the George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation\, film\, screen\, and stage star Laura Benanti will offer a free masterclass to Worcester area high school and college students and their arts educators. \nMs. Benanti has starred on Broadway in My Fair Lady at Lincoln Center\, She Loves Me with Zachary Levi and Jane Krakowski\, Gypsy with Patti LuPone\, and Nine with Antonio Banderas\, among others. She can be seen on "Younger"\, "Gossip Girl"\, and the upcoming "Life & Beth" with Amy Schumer and Michael Cera. Join us as Ms. Benanti offers warm-up technique\, coaching\, and insights into life as a professional actress. \nFollowing the masterclass Ms. Benanti will offer a ticketed concert with acclaimed pianist Billy Stritch. Please see details below\, including a special discount code to purchase tickets. \nWhen: March 18\, 2022; Arrive between 3:00 pm – 3:15 pm; Masterclass will run from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm. \nWhere: Jean McDonough Arts Center (JMAC); 20B Franklin Street\, Worcester\, MA 01608 \nWho: Worcester area high school and college students and their arts educators \nCost: Free \nRequirements: Participants must sign up in advance and provide proof of vaccination and be masked to attend. Registrations open through March 15. \nBroadway in Worcester would like to extend special thanks to the Barr Foundation\, which is generously subsidizing all rental costs associated with the BrickBox Theater for calendar year 2022. Learn more at jmacworcester.org/barrinitiative. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/a-masterclass-with-tony-award-winner-laura-benanti/
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Music,Performance,Theatre,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Tony Award Winner Laura Benanti
DESCRIPTION:This unforgettable night with one of Broadway's most celebrated talents will feature songs from Laura’s career together with humorous anecdotes about her experiences on and off the stage and screen. \n** Limited premium VIP seating available (limit 60 seats)\, inclusive of a private\, COVID-safe\, post-performance event with Laura Benanti. ** \nAccolades: \n“Supreme command\, a thrilling voice and a wild sense of humor combines to make Laura Benanti’s show a sensation.” – The New York Times \n“Benanti’s ridiculous range and exuberant talent lets her roam seamlessly through the musical landscape in a way that few other performers working today can.” – The Daily Beast \nAbout Laura Benanti: \nTony Award winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti is a highly celebrated stage and screen actress\, who recently ended her critically acclaimed run on Broadway as Eliza Doolittle in Lincoln Center’s revival of My Fair Lady. Her television credits include: “Younger”; “The Detour”; “Supergirl”; “Law & Order: SVU”; “Nashville”; “The Good Wife“; "Elementary”; “Nurse Jackie"; “The Big C”; NBC’s “The Sound of Music Live”; and her heralded turn as First Lady Melania Trump on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Other Broadway credits include Steve Martin’s Meteor Shower; Amalia Balash in She Loves Me (Tony and Drama Desk Award nomination); Gypsy Rose Lee in Gypsy opposite Patti LuPone (Tony\, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle award winner); Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (Tony nomination\, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle award winner); Into the Woods (Tony\, Drama Desk\, Outer Critics Circle nominations); In the Next Room or The Vibrator Play; The Wedding Singer; and Nine (starring Antonio Banderas). Other distinguished theater performances include: Perdita in The Winter's Tale at the Williamstown Theatre Festival; Anne in A Little Night Music at the L.A. Opera; Eileen in Wonderful Town; and Rosabella in The Most Happy Fella\, both for City Center Encores! \n— \nThis event is presented by Worcester-based producer and artist\, Eric Butler. \n#broadwayinworcester #LauraBenanti
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/an-evening-with-tony-award-winner-laura-benanti/
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance,Theatre,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Master Series lecture: "Us Them We | Race Ethnicity Identity"
DESCRIPTION:The Worcester Art Museum's current exhibition\, Us Them We | Race Ethnicity Identity\, considers the ways that artists from the last forty years accentuate concepts like race and ethnicity through four formal devices: Text\, Juxtaposition\, Seriality and Pattern. Artists often employ one or more of these approaches as a means of storytelling\, protest and celebration. \nIn this special Master Series lecture\, Kimberly Juanita Brown\, a specialist in visual culture studies\, will address selected works in the exhibition and will share her thoughts on the stories they tell. After the lecture\, Brown will be joined in the galleries by co-curator Nancy Burns for a tour of the exhibition. \nThis Master Series event will be held on-site in WAM's conference room\, with an option to view virtually via Zoom. Attendance is free for WAM Members\, and $5 for non-members. To sign up for on-site or virtual tickets\, please visit www.worcesterart.org/events/master-series/#upcoming. \nSpeaker: Kimberly Juanita Brown\, Ph.D.\, Associate Professor of English and Creative Writing\, Dartmouth College. \n  \nPhoto: Rania Matar\, Sisters\, Beirut\, 2007\, archival inkjet print. © Rania Matar. Image courtesy of the artist. Gift from the artist and Gallery Kayafas in honor of Ed Osowski\, 2010.276 \nMaster Series Third Thursday programs are hosted by the WAM Members' Council and sponsored by AbbVie. Additional support is provided by the Amelia and Robert H. Haley Memorial Lecture Fund and the Bernard and Louise Palitz Fund. \nThis exhibition is organized by the Worcester Art Museum in partnership with\, and with support from\, Clark University. Additional support has been provided by Marlene and David Persky\, Michael and Kristy Beauvais\, Eve Griliches\, Sara Shields and Bruce Fishbein\, and Kristin B. Waters. This project is also funded in part by the John M. Nelson Fund and Hall and Kate Peterson Fund. Related programming is supported by the Amelia and Robert H. Haley Memorial Lecture Fund and Spear Fund for Public Programs. The Museum also extends its thanks to our lenders: Alvin Hall\, Noel E.D. Kirnon\, The Lumpkin-Boccuzzi Family Collection\, Millie Chen\, Nafis White and Cade Tompkins Projects\, and Howard Yezerski Gallery.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/master-series-lecture-us-them-we-race-ethnicity-identity/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Readings + Talks,Tours,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:PRETTY POWERFUL: The Politics of Hair - Don't Touch My Hair
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Tanya Mears\, Associate Professor of African American History at Worcester State University\, will give a brief history of the inclusion and exclusion of Afro-textured hair in white mainstream fashion. In conjunction with the Pretty Powerful exhibit. #WACFunded #Power of Culture \nModerator: Charlotte A. Haller\, PRETTY POWERFUL: 100 Years of Voting & Style Author\, Historian\, and Guest Curator. \nIn Partnership with Worcester Black History Project.  This program is supported in part by a grant from Worcester Art Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/pretty-powerful-the-politics-of-hair-dont-touch-my-hair/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (March)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like reading about spaceships\, parallel worlds\, aliens\, telepathy\, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. \n3/15: Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse \n4/19: The Dark Wing by Walter Hunt \n5/17: Solaris by Stanislaw Lem
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Robotics: LEGO Mindstorms 3/15
DESCRIPTION:Ages 10 & up. If you love the idea of building things and bringing them to life\, WPL has just the thing for you! Join us for a weekly collaborative club in which we assemble a LEGO Mindstorms Robot Inventor model and control it remotely via a tablet and an app. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/robotics-lego-mindstorms-3-15/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Virtual Genealogy Club (March)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-genealogy-club-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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UID:3366-1647043200-1647129540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Making Manhunt: In Conversation with Gretchen Felker-Martin (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Author Gretchen Felker-Martin discusses her debut novel Manhunt\, her career in writing\, and the state of horror fiction. \nGretchen Felker-Martin is a Massachusetts-based horror author and film critic. You can read her fiction and film criticism on Patreon\, Nylon Magazine\, The Outline\, and more. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/making-manhunt-in-conversation-with-gretchen-felker-martin-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Readings + Talks,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Pirates vs. Frisco Fighters - OPENING NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Pirates and Frisco Fighters will meet for both teams’ first game of the 2022 season at the Phoenix Field at the DCU Center in Worcester\, MA. The last time these two teams matched up against each other was in the IFL Semi-Final game at Phoenix Field where the Pirates came away with the win\, 43-22 to advance to the United Bowl. The most notable game between both teams was during their second game versus each other in 2021 when Josh Griggs kicked a 27-yard game-winning field goal. A former Pirates player now is a part of the Fighters roster as Pirates long-time fan favorite Defensive Lineman JD Griggs signed with Frisco during this offseason. \nThe Pirates have a 2-1 record (1-1 at the DCU Center) versus the Fighters during their matchups in 2021\, which was the first season that both the Pirates and Fighters were a part of the Indoor Football League. Over their three matchups\, the Pirates edged out the Fighters in their rushing attack 253-219 yards\, while the Fighters edged out the Pirates in their passing attack 271-240 yards. In terms of scoring\, the Pirates outscored the Fighters 114-99. \nThe Pirates will be revealing their United Bowl Championship banner during the pre-game ceremony and will be looking to start their path to defending the championship with a win in front of their home fans. Kickoff is at 7:00pm and doors open at 6:00pm. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/massachusetts-pirates-vs-frisco-fighters-opening-night/
CATEGORIES:Community,Family-friendly,Food + Drink,Kid-friendly,Nightlife,Sports + Recreation,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual Program - It's All Relative
DESCRIPTION:This class will provide an overview of the basic steps involved in doing genealogical research\, and of the print and electronic resources available for genealogists at the Worcester Public Library. \nOnce registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-its-all-relative/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Class with Judy Palken: Physical Activity - Why When How
DESCRIPTION:Living an active life provides wonderful health benefits\, but sometimes we don't get to our planned exercise\, despite our best intentions. In this class\, we will discuss tips and tricks to help you be active now and always.   \nPresented by Judy Palken\, a registered dietitian\, who provides information and guidance to help you make effective and healthful dietary changes. \n  \nFirst Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/nutrition-class-with-judy-palken-physical-activity-why-when-how/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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SUMMARY:Friday Movie Matinee (March)
DESCRIPTION:3/11: Battle of the Sexes (2017) 120 minutes \n4/8: Greyhound (2020) 90 minutes \n5/13  Minari (2020) 115 minutes  \n  \nFirst Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/friday-movie-matinee-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Movies + Film,Towns,Worcester
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SUMMARY:Virtual True Crime Book Club (March)
DESCRIPTION:Read and discuss stand-out titles from the true crime genre! \nMarch 9th: Victim F by Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn \nApril 13th: The Babysitter by Liza Rodman and Jennifer Jordan \nMay 11th: Hell's Princess: the mystery of Belle Gunness\, Butcher of Men by Harold Schechter 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-true-crime-book-club-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free
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SUMMARY:Intro to Tinkercad for Creating a 3D Object with Technocopia (March)
DESCRIPTION:This 1.5 hour workshop will teach computer aided design using Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free and fun software system that allows users to build using basic shapes on an x\, y and z plane. It is a great way to learn the basics of 3D modeling and the possibilities of 3D printing! Join us to build and create a three dimensional model of your own or one inspired by a media or literary source. Every student will be able to submit one “2.5 x 2.5” design for 3D printing at the library. These prints will be available at the library two weeks after the workshop date. Ages 16+. \nNote: Please create an account at tinkercad.com prior to class. \n  \n1st Floor Computer Lab
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/intro-to-tinkercad-for-creating-a-3d-object-with-technocopia-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220305T000000
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UID:3362-1646438400-1646524740@www.downtownworcester.org
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. 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-march/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180440Z
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UID:3345-1646179200-1646265540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:PRETTY POWERFUL: Fast Fashion and Colonialism
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Catriona Standfield\, Assistant Professor in Political Science at Worcester State University\, will explore the fast-fashion industry and textile recycling\, challenging us to think more critically about what we buy\, where that product comes from\, how it’s being made\, where it goes once we're done using it\, and sustainability and ethics in fashion. In conjunction with the Pretty Powerful exhibit.   \nModerator: Charlotte A. Haller\, PRETTY POWERFUL: 100 Years of Voting & Style Author\, Historian\, and Guest Curator.  Charlotte is also the chair of the History of Political Science department at Worcester State University.  \nThis program is supported in part by a grant from the Worcester Arts Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n#WACFund  #PowerOfCulture
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/pretty-powerful-fast-fashion-and-colonialism/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180443Z
UID:3329-1645833600-1645919940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Program - French-Canadian Genealogy at WPL
DESCRIPTION:Do you have French-Canadian ancestors? Learn what sources you can access through the library to learn about their rich history. \nThe link to participate in this virtual event will be sent with your confirmation when you register.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-french-canadian-genealogy-at-wpl/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180443Z
UID:3331-1645833600-1645919940@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Program - The Intersection of Nipmucs and African-Americans in Worcester with Cheryll Toney Holley
DESCRIPTION:Professional Genealogist and Historian Cheryll Toney Holley will discuss the intersection of Nipmucs and African-Americans in Worcester. Done in conjunction with the Worcester Black History Project.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-the-intersection-of-nipmucs-and-african-americans-in-worcester-with-cheryll-toney-holley/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180445Z
UID:3375-1645660800-1656028740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Tool Training: Glass Shop
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to empower and certify individuals interested in using and accessing a glass shop\, and more specifically Technocopia's glass shop. The class will cover tool use\, safety\, etiquette & basic techniques required for independently using of the Technocopia Glass Shop. \nGlass Flameworking is an old-world technique that sculpts glass using gravity and the flame of a bench torch. What to expect in this three-hour Tool Training: students will receive an introduction to tools\, materials\, safety training and shop etiquette. Instructional demonstration and supervised hands-on torch time will teach fundamental techniques of manipulating borosilicate (hard) glass. Closed-toe shoes and natural fiber clothing are required.  \nThis class runs once monthly on the following dates from 6-9pm.\nThurs\, Feb. 24th\nTues\, March 22nd\nWeds\, April 20th\nTues\, May 17th\nThurs\, June 23rd \nAdditional Information \n\nSuccessful completion of this course will result in certification to independent use of the tools directly covered in the course. Students must become members of the Technocopia makerspace to access such tools. Non-members who complete this course will be eligible to participate in future project-based classes which require these tools.\nPrivate Tool Trainings\, Skill-Building Classes and Artisan Workshops are also available by appointment. For questions and scheduling please contact the Glass Shop Steward\, Molly Jackson. https://technocopia.squarespace.com/email-molly-jackson\nThe glass shop and its classes are for ages 18 or older only. Ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult guardian.\nPlease visit https://technocopia.org/directions for more information about getting to and parking around Technocopia.\nReview our class cancellations and refund policies here: http://technocopia.org/class-policies\n\nAbout This Instructor \nMolly Jackson is Technocopia’s Glass Shop steward. She studied Flameworking at The Worcester Center for Crafts. Currently she offers classes both there and at Technocopia. Since 2003 her glass jewelry has been featured in international and domestic magazines (Vogues\, Women’s Wear Daily\, Harper's Bazaar\, Glass Quarterly\, Modern Bride and many more)\, runways from Manhattan’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week to Osaka\, Japan\, celebrities (Britney Spears\, Ozzy Osborn and more) and sold in boutiques around the globe. 2015 brought her into a new venture of glass sculpture and installations. Most recently her pieces were accepted into the “Now! New Works\, New Artists” exhibit.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/tool-training-glass-shop/
CATEGORIES:Community,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
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UID:3443-1645488000-1645574340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Great American Read Book Club (February)
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. \n12/28: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie\n1/25: The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead\n2/22: A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-great-american-read-book-club-february/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
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UID:3446-1644883200-1644969540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Science Fiction Book Club (February)
DESCRIPTION:Do you like reading about spaceships\, parallel worlds\, aliens\, telepathy\, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Ages 16 and up are welcome. \n12/21: Rollback by Robert J. Sawyer\n1/18: The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula Le Guin\n2/15: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-science-fiction-book-club-february/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180447Z
UID:3337-1644624000-1644710340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Program - Connecting to Your Ancestors Through Ancestry.com
DESCRIPTION:Join us in exploring some of the thousands of collections available through the world’s largest and most popular genealogy database. \nThe link to participate in this virtual event will be sent with your confirmation when you register. 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/virtual-program-connecting-to-your-ancestors-through-ancestry-com/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Towns,Worcester,Workshops + Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T235900
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UID:3442-1644624000-1644710340@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Writing the Weird: Virtual Author Talk & Reading with Christopher Boucher
DESCRIPTION:Christopher Boucher’s novels have been called “crazed\,” odd\,” and “stunningly surreal;” they feature strange elements like talking Volkswagens\, spirits on bicycles\, and hearts that leave people’s bodies and take vacations. What draws writers and readers to stories that are unconventional\, uncanny or surreal? Chris will take up this question\, among others\, as he discusses his most recent novel\, Big Giant Floating Head (a 2019 Massachusetts Book Award Finalist). Chris will give a short reading from his book\, followed by a Q & A. \nChristopher Boucher is the author of the novels How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive (2011)\, Golden Delicious (2016) and Big Giant Floating Head (a 2019 Massachusetts Book Award Finalist)\, all out from Melville House. He’s also the editor of Jonathan Lethem’s nonfiction collection More Alive and Less Lonely: On Books and Writers (Melville House\, 2017) and the managing editor of the literary journal Post Road. Chris lives in western Massachusetts and teaches writing and literature at Boston College. In his free time\, he plays the five-string banjo.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/writing-the-weird-virtual-author-talk-reading-with-christopher-boucher/
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Readings + Talks,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220218T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
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UID:3325-1644019200-1645228740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Juniper Rag Launch Party & Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:JUNIPER RAG is an independent visual art and lifestyle magazine and this is our official launch and our 1st gallery show! All of our artists\, curated and featured– from all over the US and the world will be encouraged to submit work.  \nOur mission as a visual art magazine is to showcase significant work and exceptional creatives with unique styles and deepen their relationship with viewers. We celebrate contemporary visual arts and businesses —including LGBTQI+ and BIPOC artists. \nWe are thrilled to be collaborating with JMAC/Worcester Pop Up. \nThe party will feature:\n– A Gallery Show of Juniper Rag Artists\n– Love Music by Mali Sastri of Boston\n– Presentations & more\n– Cash Bar \nJuniper Rag is published by Atelier ID Global\, a design and marketing agency based in Worcester and Boston. We make socially relevant connections with those who make and collect art\, value a high standard of work\, a solid curatorial review\, and thrive on the discovery of our creative world and contribute to the creative economy. \nThe Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. This event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization. \n#makearteverywhere\, #worcesterculturalcoalition\,\n#PopUpJMAC\, #jmacworcester \n  \nDisclaimer: The Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. \nThis event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/juniper-rag-launch-party-gallery-show/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T235900
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UID:3326-1644019200-1644105540@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:WOOlympics
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2022 Woolympics! To enjoy many different curated activities for all ages! \nThe First 100 attendees to donate a canned good or non-perishable food item for Woo Fridges will skate for free and receive a voucher for a FREE hot chocolate and chocolate chip cookie! \nWhat to expect: \n\n Free games\, an obstacle course\, and activities for everyone!\n Meet Trax the Worcester Railers Mascot and enter to win 2 tickets to a game!\n Meet Orson the Polar Bear and sample some of Polar Beverages' new flavors!\nCrafts and hands-on activities hosted by Creative Hub Worcester and Worcester Public Library.\nA warming station at the JMAC across the street from The Oval located on 20 Franklin St.\nCity of Worcester Department of Health and Human Services Vaccine Van will be on site.\n\nSkate Rentals: $5.00 per person. \nMasks are required while skating. \n\n The Snow/Rain date is February 20th\, 1:00PM-3:00PM.\n\nFeel free to share your WOOlympics experience with us and the Worcester community by using the hashtags!\n#WOOlympics\n#DowntownWorcester\n#WorcesterMA\n#itsallhere \n 
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/woolympics/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220218T235900
DTSTAMP:20260601T012420
CREATED:20230518T180445Z
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UID:3347-1644019200-1645228740@www.downtownworcester.org
SUMMARY:Juniper Rag Launch Party & Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:JUNIPER RAG is an independent visual art and lifestyle magazine and this is our official launch and gallery show. There will be art from over 50 artists from around the United States on view in ORIGIN. \nOur mission as a visual art magazine is to showcase significant work and exceptional creatives with unique styles and deepen their relationship with viewers. We celebrate contemporary visual arts and businesses —including LGBTQI+ and BIPOC artists. \nWe are thrilled to be collaborating with JMAC/Worcester Pop Up. \nThe party will feature:\n– A Gallery Show of Juniper Rag Artists\n– Love Music by Mali Sastri of Boston\n– Cash Bar \n– Please wear a mask and have proof of vax or negative PCR handy \nJuniper Rag is published by Atelier ID Global\, a design and marketing agency based in Worcester and Boston. We make socially relevant connections with those who make and collect art\, value a high standard of work\, a solid curatorial review\, and thrive on the discovery of our creative world and contribute to the creative economy. \nThe Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. This event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization. \n#makearteverywhere\, #worcesterculturalcoalition\,\n#PopUpJMAC\, #jmacworcester \n  \nDisclaimer: The Worcester PopUp at the JMAC is a creative co-working space of the Worcester Cultural Coalition and in partnership with The Barr Foundation. \nThis event does not necessarily reflect the views of either organization.
URL:https://www.downtownworcester.org/event/juniper-rag-launch-party-gallery-show-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,BIPOC,Community,Family-friendly,Towns,Worcester
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