Starting in April 2022 Open Hack is back! Every Thursday night from 7-9 PM. What is "Open Hack"? What? 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. Why? Because […]
We are excited to announce that we are an official partner of the WooSox for the 2022 season! Be sure to follow us on Instagram because we're giving away FOUR tickets to a WooSox game + an experience at The Mercantile with complimentary food and beverages every Wednesday.
Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. 6/28: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas 7/26: Catch-22 by Joseph Heller 8/23: The Clan of the Cave Bear by Jean M. Auel Banx Room
Go behind the scenes at The Hanover Theatre and learn about its unique history and design. Tours last approximately two hours Experienced volunteer guides provide an in-depth look at the history and architecture of The Hanover Theatre. A magnificent example of early 20th century theatre architecture, The Hanover Theatre was […]
Fun Fact: The 2022 Band consists of 90 students from 25 states! About the John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band: The John Philip Sousa National High School Honor Band was formed in 1981 and met biannually for over twenty years under the direction of Col. John R. Bourgeois, […]
Join us around the “campfire!” Dress in your PJ’s and cuddle your favorite stuffed animal while singing campfire songs, making delicious s’mores, and reading campfire books. Recommended for families with children 6 and under. Main Library - Pappas Children's Center. Registration is required as space is limited; sign up at […]
If you like to vogue, and that's a fact, come learn how to do a dip without breaking ya back. VOGUE WORCESTER is back at the Worcester PopUp (JMAC)! Participate in a workshop instructed by HBO Max's "Legendary" season one contestant from the House of Escada, London Fleur De Lis. […]
Worcester County Poetry Association (WCPA) presents “PopUp Poets” at the PopUp, 20 Franklin Street, Worcester, MA on Thursday, June 30th from 6:30pm-9:00pm. Local poets, storytellers, and humorists will read from their latest musings. Authors include Jenith Charpentier, Richard Fox, Jennifer Freed, Joe Fusco Jr., Dave Macpherson, Michael Milligan, Susan Roney […]
Join NAACP Worcester for a public reading of Frederick Douglass' 1852 address "What, To The Slave, is the Fourth of July" on the Worcester Common! All who attend can share in the reading, taking turns to read Douglass' words aloud. Rain Date: July 1, 2022 Sponsored by: NAACP Worcester, National Endowment […]
Join us weekly for a different summer-themed craft. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! For ages 6 - 11. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. (CAMP) CRAFTS: July 1: Friendship Bracelets and Keychains July 8: Popsicle Stick Keepsake Boxes July 15: Window Clings July 22: […]
Share your language and culture with a new friend and learn about theirs! Free and open to all adults. First Floor Ellipse
Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history. 6/7: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict 7/5: The Fort by Bernard Cornwell 8/2: Booth by Karen Joy Fowler
Join us weekly for a different summer-themed craft. All materials provided, just bring your creativity! For ages 6 - 11. Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org. (CAMP) CRAFTS: July 1: Friendship Bracelets and Keychains July 8: Popsicle Stick Keepsake Boxes July 15: Window Clings July 22: […]
Wynton Marsalis has been described as the most outstanding jazz musician and trumpeter of his generation, as one of the world’s top classical trumpeters, as a big band leader in the tradition of Duke Ellington, a brilliant composer, a devoted advocate for the Arts and a tireless and inspiring educator. […]
An introduction to AllTrails, the website where you can search over 200,000 trails and maps. Learn how to make an account, search for trails in the area, and save and keep track of all the hikes you want to do.
We can all make sustainable and ethical food choices that will benefit our planet and all inhabitants - you, your family, all people, and all life on earth. We will explore many ways of doing this, including the foods we choose, decisions we make while shopping, and reducing food waste. […]
Come read to Dolce! Therapy dogs serve as a calm presence and allow children to work to improve literacy, comprehension, and communication with a non judgmental listener. Ages 5 - 11. Main Library - Pappas Children's Center Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.
This 1.5 hour workshop will teach computer aided design using Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free 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 […]
Read and discuss stand-out titles from the true crime genre! 6/8: The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule 7/13: I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara 8/10: If You Tell by Gregg Olsen
From jazz clubs to Carnegie Hall to Las Vegas headlining with Don Rickles and major symphony orchestras, Tony DeSare has brought his fresh take on old school class around the globe. DeSare has three top ten Billboard jazz albums under his belt and has been featured on the CBS Early […]
Composting is a unique method of recycling. It uses existing microorganisms to decompose organic matter into usable and highly nutritious soil. It can be done in your backyard, under your sink or even in commercial settings. All you need is to know the composting recipe for success, an open mind, […]
Celebrate the artists of The Tenth Annual One, our latest members' exhibition. An annual favorite turns ten! For the Tenth Annual One, all ArtsWorcester members were invited to exhibit one artwork they want to exhibit most, regardless of medium or theme. Karl Cole, Art Historian and Curator of Images of […]
Hiking guidebook author Madeline Bilis will share her experiences writing about the natural beauty of her home state in 50 Hikes in Eastern Massachusetts. In this workshop, she’ll help attendees capture their experiences in nature in their own words with journaling exercises and more. Madeline Bilis is a journalist, editor, and […]
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. 6/21: Bellwether by Connie Willis 7/19: Wake by Robert J. Sawyer 8/16: The Speed of Dark by Elizabeth Moon
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.
Do you and a turtle eat the same food? Could you share the same home as a fox? Discover which behaviors help animals move, hunt, and survive. Examine bones, skulls, and pelts, then meet a live animal and explore the amazing ways it’s adapted to our ecosystem. For ages 7 […]
Join the City of Worcester Cultural Development Division, Downtown Worcester Business Improvement District, and Worcester Cultural Coalition on Thursday, July 21st downtown at the Worcester Common for the first installment of this season’s “Movies on the Common” series. Step into the magical world of Disney’s “Encanto” to discover a heartfelt […]
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 […]
Attendees will receive a free copy of the upcoming month’s selection. 6/28: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas 7/26: Catch-22 by Joseph Heller 8/23: The Clan of the Cave Bear by Jean M. Auel
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) comes to Worcester, MA for the FIRST TIME EVER on Wednesday, July 27 at 7:00 p.m for Rampage and Dynamite. See all your favorite AEW Superstars! You will see... ‘THE BEST IN THE WORLD’ CM Punk The AEW World Champion Hangman Adam Page The Jericho Appreciation Society The […]
Explore the design software Inkscape to learn how artists turn images into vectors and create original graphics. Digital art created in the 2D Inkscape platform can be used on the web, in print, or to make a physical product like a sticker. Join us to create a two dimensional model […]
“ In war, everyone loses something. Sometimes it’s just life itself.“ Award-winning drama by Amir Peter, OASIS tells the story of Noel, a young Frenchman who, in the 1950s, was sent for reserve military duty to the sand dunes of Algeria. He is faced with moral and ethical dilemmas, which […]
It only happens once a decade, but it’s a treasure trove for genealogists! Learn about the secrets of using the census for genealogy research, including the recently released 1950 records. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the meeting.
Join docent Debra Wallace and escape with us to some of our artists’ favorite summer places. Attendees will learn about each piece while viewing corresponding images, and there will be time for questions. For ages 16+.
Please join our ongoing book discussion group focused on American history. 6/7: The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict 7/5: The Fort by Bernard Cornwell 8/2: Booth by Karen Joy Fowler
Join us for a complimentary lunchtime organ concert featuring Stefan Donner! Stefan Donner, organ Stefan Donner has earned degrees from the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (highest honors) where he studied organ, piano and conducting. He also received his Master's degree in organ performance from the Conservatory […]
The City of Worcester and the Worcester Cultural Coalition are pleased to announce the return of the Out to Lunch Festival and Farmers’ Markets for 2022! Out To Lunch will be held on the Worcester Common from 11am to 2pm August 4th, August 18th, and September 1st, with a rain date of Thursday, September 8th. […]
What should you think when you hear the latest great news about a particular food ingredient? And do you need to take supplements to protect your health? Join us to learn about these and other nutrition trends - be a better consumer, don't fall for the myths! Presented by Judy […]
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 […]
Come read to Dolce! Therapy dogs serve as a calm presence and allow children to work to improve literacy, comprehension, and communication with a non judgmental listener. Ages 5 - 11. Main Library - Pappas Children's Center Registration is required as space is limited; sign-up at mywpl.org.
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