September 20

Fall Harvest Celebration at Oread Street YouthGROW farm

Join us for youth-led farm tours, games, heavy hors d'oeuvres, drinks, raffle items and conversations, and more. 

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Oread Street YouthGROW farm

September 20

Comedian Bob Marley at Mechanics Hall 

One the great storytelling comedians, Bob has an endless supply of material about his family, his travels and his home state of Maine.

Making his first television appearance on Comedy Central, he is now one of the few comics to do the complete late night circuit including The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien.

The event begins at 8 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Mechanics Hall

September 20

“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.

PHOTO: ArtsWorcester/Work by Janet Schwartz

September 21

Makers Weekend at Old Sturbridge Village

At this celebration of artisans, the Village will showcase New England trades from the 19th century. The Village’s blacksmith, potter, tinner, printer, and others will showcase their skills by crafting more complicated items not usually displayed at the Village.  From etching, to spinning, to woodworking, experience “handmade” from the past.

The event goes from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m 

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PHOTO: Old Sturbridge Village

September 21

Beatles Tribute Band “Classical Mystery Tour” at Mechanics Hall

From early Beatles music through the solo years, Classical Mystery Tour features four musicians who bring Beatles Mania back to life.

Performing  in Worcester with Symphony Pro Musica and Conductor Mark Churchill, come hear “Penny Lane” with a live trumpet section, experience “Yesterday” with an acoustic guitar and a string quartet, enjoy the classical/rock blend of “I Am the Walrus,” and relish the cascading crescendos on “A Day in the Life.”

The show begins at 7 p.m.

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PHOTO: Library of Congress/Wikipedia

September 21

Dale LePage at Nick's

Dance the night away with Dale LePage at Nick's on Saturday night.

The music begins at 8 p.m.

PHOTO: Mike Hendrickson

September 22

Begonia Society Show & Sale at Tower Hill Botanic Garden

Come enjoy this fantastic and diverse display of begonias and gesneriads. See a range of plants that vary in color, leaf texture, and pattern. Enter your own plants in the exhibition, learn tips for growing this well-loved houseplant, and buy from a wide selection of plants for sale.

Presented by the Buxton Branch of the American Begonia Society and the New England Chapter of the Gesneriad Society.

The show and sale begins at 10 a.m. on Sunday. 

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PHOTO: Janine/Wikipedia

September 22

Contemporary Russian Literature Book Group--Oblivion

One of the first contemporary looks into the legacy of the Soviet prison camp system, this disturbing and cautionary tale brings to light what happens when you try to bury the past, and serves as a warning for those trying to erase history.  

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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September 22

Brown Hill Hawk Watch at Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary

Learn about the natural history of New England birds of prey, followed by a (moderately difficult) hike up Brown Hill to observe fall migration.

September is an excellent time to watch for several migrating hawk species, and the numbers can be astounding. Other birds we'll keep an eye out for include fall warblers, sparrows, and more.  Bring binoculars if you have them.

The event begins at 1 p.m. 

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PHOTO: Naturespics/Wikipedia

September 22

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.