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Get Ready to Salsa into Fall! Are you ready to add some spice to your autumn? Join us at Raices Latin Dance for our new **Six-Week Salsa Session**, running from…
A PORTRAIT OF WORCESTER Exhibit
- Sep. 11th, 2024 - Sep. 15th, 2024
- Jean McDonough Arts Center
From This JMAC Presenter: -- Reception: 09/11 ( @4:00 - 8:00pm) A Portrait of Worcester tells the story of a Canadian Mountain Farm girl who found herself living in…
After Dinner Reads Book Club
- Sep. 11th, 2024
- Worcester Public Library
This book club is open to teens and their older family members (parent, aunt/uncle, grandparent, older siblings) or guardian! Our goal is to bring different…
America The Beautiful: A Patriotic Musical Revue on The Mighty Wurlitzer
- Sep. 11th, 2024
- The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts
We are pleased to present The Hanover Theatre’s Wurlitzer Organ Concert led by resident organist and organ enthusiast Dr. Jonathan Kleefield. America the Beautiful…
Creative Writing Workshop
- Sep. 11th, 2024
- Worcester Public Library
Participate in a group writing session. Participate in a group writing session. You'll be given a prompt and 30 minutes to write. After that, you are welcome to…
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Central Massachusetts
Endless adventures await in Central Massachusetts. Located in the heart of New England, the region welcomes visitors to explore historic treasures, museums, parks, botanical gardens, and wildlife sanctuaries. Catch a WooSox game or a Holy Cross matchup at family friendly prices. Plan an outing with activities for the whole crew. Check the calendar for seasonal events celebrating food, music, arts, makers, and traditions.
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Spend a Snowy Day in Central MA
Bundle Up & Head Out to the Mountains Perhaps the most obvious snowy day adventure starts on the mountain. The snow…
91 Things To Do in Worcester Before You Graduate
Eat & Drink 1. Eat a hot dog—with the works—at George’s Coney Island in Worcester 2. Dig into a…
A Photographer's Guide to Central MA Destinations
Source: Erb/Dufault Photography Lake Park at Quinsigamond State Park Officially called Lake Park at Quinsigamond State…
New Year, New Adventures
Worcester Art Museum Internationally known for its display of European and American art, Worcester Art Museum is home to…
Travel, tourism, and hospitality are important industries supporting the Central Massachusetts economy. From lodging and dining to transportation and fuel, local businesses rely on loyal visitors to the region.