August 23

EcoTarium21: Nightlife

Toast the twilight, and get your glow on as you meet crepuscular critters and discover what comes out when the sun goes down.

Enjoy exclusive access to our interactive exhibits and collections all while stirring up a conversation over drinks in a child-free environment.

Each evening includes an EcoTarium theme, exciting experiences, cash bar and food for purchase. 

The event goes from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 

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PHOTO: EcoTarium

August 23

Canal District Music Series: Michelle Willson & Her "Evil Gal" Orchestra at Worcester Ice Center

After a one year hiatus, the Canal District Music Series is back … on a new day of the week and in a new location. 

6:00 pm - Opener: Joy of Music Program Jazz Ensemble.  Straight from this summer’s music lessons, students from the Joy of Music Program have been exploring jazz as an art form in small group settings. Students will present the rich legacy of jazz styles from Blues and standards to Bebop, contemporary, and Latin.

6:45 pm - Headliners: Michelle “Evil Gal” Willson and her Evil Gal Festival Orchestra. Her amazing voice, intense, engaging style, her vast knowledge of and passion for Rhythm & Blues music combined with years of experience as a road warrior in the music business add up to a unique show! Be prepared for an evening swelling with the influences of Dinah Washington, Ruth Brown, Sarah Vaughn, Tina Turner, Janis Joplin, Buddy Johnson, Ella Johnson, Big Joe Turner.

The event begins at 6 p.m. 

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August 23

Kids Free in August at Old Sturbridge Village 

Kids get into Old Sturbridge Village for free throughout the month of August. 

The village is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Old Sturbridge Village

August 24

Walk the Streets of Revolutionary Worcester at Salisbury Mansion

The story of the American Revolution in New England and events leading up to it were more than just Boston, Lexington, and Concord.  Worcester played an important role as well. 

Join us for a one hour walking tour and visit some of the places where revolutionary history was made in Worcester. 

The event begins at 11 a.m. 

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August 24

We Are the Roses 3 at Mechanics Hall

"With Our City We Know Where Home Is, So Instead of Sending Flowers... WE ARE THE ROSES: 3rd Annual Showcase of Excellence. 

The intent of this event is to serve as a platform for budding artists, progressive entrepreneurs and young creatives by connecting like-minded associations, as well as partnerships/organizations to collaboratively cultivate the synergy between our inner-city community and our city of Worcester as a whole.

The event begins at 7 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Mechanics Hall website

August 24

“In Motion, At Rest" Exhibit at ArtsWorcester 

ArtsWorcester presents its newest exhibit titled “In Motion, At Rest,” by Janet Schwartz and Dave Kaphammer.

Schwartz concentrates on movement and shifting objects, while Kaphammer directs his attention to vehicles in a state of rest--these two artists deliver dynamic work in paint and pastel.

Schwartz gets inspiration from the motion of vehicles and the distortions that may occur through unusual lenses. She focuses on urban and highway landscapes, often through partially obscured views that blur and contort the realities outside.

Kaphammer is fascinated by just the opposite and looks to what happens when this motion stops, as these vehicles linger amongst a landscape. With dramatic light and shadowing, he explores a multitude of vehicles, some left in a state of decay.

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PHOTO: ArtsWorcester/Work by Janet Schwartz

August 24

Learn and Grow at Tower Hill Botanic Garden

Drop in to the Youth Garden for this immersive garden experience. Explore what’s growing and lend a helping hand by weeding, watering, planting, and harvesting.

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Tower Hill Botanic Garden

August 25

Psychic Medium Matt Fraser at Mechanics Hall

Join Television Psychic Medium Matt Fraser LIVE For A Two Hour Group Reading.

This is a one of a kind uplifting & inspirational event that will reconnect audience members with their relatives from beyond the grave in a 2 hour group-style audience setting.

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Matt Fraser press photo

August 25

Caribbean Festival 2019 at Worcester Common Oval

WCAC's 7th anual Caribbean Festival

Brunch on the commons 9am-1pm (Worcester Commons)

Vendors Open at 12pm  (Institute Park)

Parade begins at 1:30pm, leaving from City Hall

The event goes from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

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August 25

Karaoke at Partner's Pub 

Partner's Pub will have karaoke all season long. Don't miss out on the chance to belt out some of your favorite tunes. 

Karaoke goes from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.