February 21

Friday Night Speaker Series: Project Drawdown & Climate Solutions at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

Project Drawdown, founded in 2014 by environmentalist Paul Hawken (pictured), measures and models the most substantive solutions to stop global warming and works to communicate those findings to the world.

Mass Audubons Shaping the Future of Your Community Program Project Assistant, Paige Dolci, will introduce some of different types of climate solutions and offer examples of where those solutions are already being utilized today. 

The event begins at 7 p.m. 

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February 21

Play-Doh Party at Burncoat Branch 

The whole family is invited to drop in for some hands-on fun with Play-Doh! Visit themed stations and let your creativity flow and see what forms… If you can imagine it, you can sculpt it.

The party begins at 11 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Worcester Cultural Coalition 

February 21

Midwinter Revel Ball at Old Sturbridge Village

Guests will enjoy fine fare and cheer, listen to period music, and can have their silhouettes cut.

After a buffet dinner, the evening culminates with guests joining the Commonwealth Vintage Dancers for fun dancing in the ballroom of the Oliver Wight Tavern.

Historic costumes are encouraged but not required.

The event begins at 6 p.m. 

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February 22

Black History Discovery Day 2020 at Worcester Historical Museum

Bring your photos, documents and other treasures for scanning into the archives. 

The event begins at 11 a.m. 

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PHOTO: Worcester Historical Museum

February 23

Jedi Academy Cartooning Workshop by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Jarrett shows elementary school-aged artists the steps he takes to create graphic novels. Budding artists will enjoy drawing demonstrations and a multimedia presentation.

And in the spirit of Comic-Con and cosplay, come dressed up as your favorite Star Wars character. 

The workshop begins at 11 a.m. 

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February 23

Women of Note, a Capella Concert at First Congregational Church of Shrewsbury

Join Arts on the Green for an exciting concert of a cappella harmony performed by Women of Note. 

These enthusiastic and extremely talented women will be performing a dynamic mix of music from all eras including rock and roll and the new millennium.
 
Light refreshments will be available.

The event begins at 4 p.m. 

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February 23

Hey, Kiddo: Live & Unabridged at Mechanics Hall 

Join National Book Award Finalist Jarrett J. Krosoczka and a host of readers as they bring his critically-acclaimed graphic memoir, HEY, KIDDO, to life in a live reading. Artwork from the book will be projected onto the big screen as this story about family addiction, redemption, and the saving power of art is presented unabridged.

Part literary event, part experimental theater this will be a truly remarkable experience.

The show begins at 3 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Mechanics Hall

February 23

Sex n’ The City: A “Super” Unauthorized Musical Parody at Hanover Theatre 

Sex n’ the City: A “Super” Unauthorized Musical Parody follows your favorite single gals looking for love in the big city.

The show tackles serious questions like “Will I ever find the one?,” “Can you ever really be over your ex?” and “For the third time, it’s a neck massager!" Join Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, and Samantha on a hilarious trip through New York in the '90s.

The show begins at 7 p.m. 

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PHOTO: John Phelan/Wikipedia