Worcester Public Library

Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros/ Children’s Day, Book Day

Local artist Lucelia de Jesus will lead children and families in a bilingual sing-a-along in celebration of Children’s Day, Book Day; which is a nationally recognized celebration of children, bilingualism, and book joy! Free mini storybooks for participants while supplies last. Recommended for ages 3-8.

BrickBox Theatre at the Jean McDonough Arts Center

Eduardo Ortiz Latin Jazz “El tiempo pasa” album release

It is a great pleasure to present to you the release of my first Latin Jazz album and production “El tiempo pasa”. Latin jazz is a genre that merges jazz with Latin American rhythms. The main influences found in this production are Afro-Caribbean jazz, rhythmically based on Cuba, rhythms from […]

Worcester Public Library

Virtual American History Book Discussion (May)

Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history.   3/7: River of Doubt: Theodore Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey by Candace Millard 4/4: Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America by Leila Philip  5/2: The Great Arizona Orphan Abduction by Linda Gordon

Technocopia

Basics of Hand Sewing

Learn and practice some basic hand stitches that you can use to stitch fabric together, mend or even embellish and embroider. We will work on a small project using the stitches you learn. The pace of the class will depend on the experience level/ interest of the people attending. This […]

Worcester Public Library

Preserve Your Family Memories – Digital Studio Open House

Visit our Preservation Week Open House and learn how to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment. Scan old family photos and slides, or convert VHS and audiocassettes into digital formats. Bring up to 3 print photos, slides, or negatives and we will digitize […]

Worcester Public Library

NEADS: Puppy Raiser Program

NEADS is a local non-profit that raises and trains Service Dogs for people with physical disabilities, hearing loss, veterans with PTSD, and children with autism. If you love puppies and are interested in learning what it's like to be a volunteer Puppy Raiser for a future #WorldClassServiceDog, join us!  NEADS Manager […]

Technocopia

Make a Reusable Shopping Bag

Learn how to design and sew re-usable shopping/grocery bags and mesh produce bags. You will learn how to make bags in sizes that work for you so that you can have a ready stash of bags whenever you need them. We will also discuss some quick hacks to re-use materials […]

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Music Worcester Presents: Dance Theatre of Harlem: The Hazel Scott Ballet

Now a singular presence in the ballet world, the Dance Theatre of Harlem Company tours nationally and internationally, presenting a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century. The 18-member, multi-ethnic company performs a forward-thinking repertoire that includes treasured classics, neoclassical works by George Balanchine and resident choreographer Robert Garland, […]

Worcester Public Library

Tee Off For WPL! Mini Golf After Dark

This event will see the WPL Main Library transformed into an 18-hole mini golf course with greens and holes winding through the stacks. Friday night Mini Golf After Dark will offer an adults (21+) only mini golf event with food, adult beverages and live music. A diverse selection of ethnic […]

JMAC Popup

Worcester Chamber Music Society – Music on Main

Palestinian musicians Rami Abu Olaya, ney; Ghassan Sawalhi, tabla/oud; and American Elizabeth Jaesoon Cook, cello, join Neighborhood Strings for an engaging exploration of Arabic music and culture. This one-hour concert is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. At the JMAC Popup  

The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Ricky Duran: Space & Time Tour

May 6th 2023, 8:00 pm 110 minutes Special guest Max Boyle Public on sale 12/16 at 10am American singer, songwriter and musician Ricky Duran is coming home to the Hanover Theatre! Duran garnered international attention with his soulful vocals, fiery guitar playing and compelling performances on NBC’s The Voice. The Season 17 […]

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