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Wednesday, June 11, 2014
GoLocalWorcester Lifestyle Team
President Obama might be coming to Worcester Tech's graduation ceremony at the DCU, but if he decides to stay a little while longer, GoLocal has put together a list of ten things he might want to consider experiencing in the heart of the Commonwealth.
The list includes restaurants, famous landmarks, and quirky novelty stores.
Who knows when the Commander in Chief might be back, but should he venture this way again soon, he's got a to-do list.
See the slides below to find out more.
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Here are ten things Obama should check out while in Worcester.
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Freud Statue
Obama might want to seek counsel from the statue of Sigmund Freud at Clark University.
Freud spoke at Clark in 1909. This was Freud's only set of lectures in the United States.
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Orson the Polar Bear
After a long commencement speech, Obama might be thirsty. He should grab a cold drink from Polar Beverages, which has its headquarters based in Worcester.
The company’s mascot since 1902, Orson the Polar Bear, stands next to the company's billboard near I-290.
Source: Wikipedia author Rawhyd
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That's Entertainment
Obama can pick up his favorite comics from childhood at That’s Entertainment.
This is New England’s largest collectibles and comic book store.
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Turtle Boy-Burnside Fountain
After a stroll around Worcester Common, Obama might want to check out Worcester's most unusual fountain.
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Nick's Bar and Restaurant
American Hustle, a 2014 Academy Awards nominee, was filmed partially in Worcester.
Some of the movie's most vital scenes were filmed at Nick's Bar and Restaurant.
Obama can nurse a drink while he enjoys live entertainment.
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Elm Park
At Elm Park, Obama and his staff can pick up a game of basketball with local schoolchildren.
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Miss Worcester Diner
Miss Worcester Diner offers a variety of gourmet French Toast for Obama to sample.
GoLocalWorcester's top pick is the Miss Woo Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast.
Photo credit: Michelle N. (Yelp)
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George's Coney Island
George's Coney Island has served the tastiest hot dogs in Worcester since 1918.
The perfect place for President Obama to treat his staff to dinner.
Photo credit: Christopher T. (Yelp)
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Jelly's Discs
Obama can fulfill all of his music needs at Jelly's Discs.
Photo credit : Flickr/The Seafarer
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