Five Fun Things to Do This Weekend: March 6-8
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Friday, March 06, 2015
GoLocal Worcester Lifestyle Team
This week's Five Fun Things includes a parade, live music, a throwback, and the best brunch in the city. Have a wonderful weekend.
NU Cafe: Open Mic Hosted by Stephen Wright
NU Cafe's Open Mic is open to musicians, poets, comedians or anyone with a talent! Hosted by Stephen Wright. 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
NU Cafe is located at 335 Chandler Street in Worcester.
Public Woo Card: $1 off a purchase of $7 or more.
College Woo Card: $1 off a purchase of $7 or more.
Hanover Theatre: I Love Lucy: Live on Stage
I LOVE LUCY® LIVE ON STAGE is the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history! Americas favorite foursome Lucy, Ricky, Fred and Ethel is live on stage and in color for the very first time!
Check Out GoLocal Worcester's Feature Story on I Love Lucy: Live on Stage by columnist Lisa Condit: Classic Fun For All, Live and In Color!
For tickets, click here: I Love Lucy
Sunday Brunch at Beechwood
Arguably the best brunch in the city, the Sunday Brunch at Ceres Bistro inside the Beechwood Hotel could be a great start of a classic Sunday in Worcester.
Brunch starts at 10:30 AM and ends at 2 PM.
Cost: $27.95 for Adults, $12.50 for Children 5-12, Children under 5 are free.
Brunch Menu
The Beechwood Hotel is located at 363 Plantation Street in Worcester.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
A Worcester Classic. The St. Patrick's Day attracts thousands of people to Park Avenue every year. Check out GoLocal Worcester's 10 Best Places to Watch the St. Patrick's Day parade .
The parade kicks off at 12 PM.
DANU at Mechanics Hall
Catch Danu at Mechanics Hall on Sunday night to cap off a fabulous weekend.
"Hailing from historic County Waterford, Danú is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of today. Recognized the world over for their standing room only appearances, their concerts are true events featuring high-energy performances and a glorious mix of ancient Irish music and new repertoire."
Cost: $42 for Adults, $15 with Student ID, $5 for Youth under 18.
Show starts at 4 PM. For tickets, click here: DANU
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February 8
In case you missed it, the Boston Bruins are on fire.
No better way to spend your first Sunday away from football than catching a historic NHL rivalry in-person or on television.
Montreal Canadians @ Boston Bruins 7:30 PM
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February 15
Get out your ear plugs and your cut off T's- Monster Trucks are coming to the DCU Center in Worcester!
The third and final day of Monster Jam is Sunday, February 15.
Monster Jam @ DCU Center in Worcester - 2:00 PM
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February 22
Although both teams are absolutely terrible this year, the Celtics are looking like they can top their all-time rivals this Sunday.
Brad Stevens is filling holes with rookies and it's paying dividends.
Boston Celtics @ Los Angeles Lakers - 9:30 PM
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March 1
The Hanover Theatre in Worcester is presenting Dancing Pros Live! hosted by Alan Thicke.
"From Dancing with the Stars Edyta Sliwinska and Alec Mazo, an unforgettable live show that features pros from Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, and dance champions from around the globe dancing off against each other- & YOU choose the winner."
Dancing Pros- Live! @ the Hanover Theatre- 7:00 PM
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March 8
An All-Time Classic: The Worcester St. Patrick's Day Parade
St. Patrick's Day Parade- Worcester @ 12 PM
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March 15
Who's going to the big dance? The 68 teams that are going to the NCAA March Madness Tournament will be selected this Sunday.
NCAA March Madness Selection Sunday
(ESPN)
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March 22
Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno will be performing at the Hanover Theater in Worcester.
"Enjoy an evening of laughter and stand-up comedy with the acclaimed TV late night show host and admired stand-up comedian, JAY LENO. Made possible through the support of WinnDevelopment."
Jay Leno at the Hanover Theatre @ 6:30 PM
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March 29
The Sweet Sixteen teams are down to the Elite 8. Winners of these games go on to the Final Four next weekend.
NCAA March Madness Elite 8 Games (East and South Regions)
South Regional: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
East Regional: Carrier Dome, Syracuse, New York
(CBS, TBS)
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April 5
The Cardinals will head to the newly refurbished Wrigley Field to take on the Chicago Cubs in MLB's Season Opener.
2015 Major League Baseball Opening Night -St. Louis Cardinals @ Chicago Cubs - 8:00 PM on ESPN2
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April 12
Hello, Friends.
It's the Final Round of the Masters at Augusta National. One of the single greatest days in golf.
2015 Masters Final Round - Coverage Time: 2 PM to 7PM
(CBS)
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April 19
The Red Sox take on the defending A.L. East champion Orioles at Fenway park as part of their first home stand of the 2015 season. This is the final game of a three-game series before the Sox take off to Tampa to play the Rays.
Baltimore Orioles @ Boston Red Sox- 1:35 PM
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April 26
The DCU in Worcester will be hosting the New England VegFest (formerly Worcester VegFest).
New England VegFest @ DCU Center in Worcester - 11 AM to 5 PM
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May 3
Blue Man Group @ Charles Playhouse
"Blue Man Group combines music, technology and comedy to create a form of entertainment that defies categorization and appeals to people of all ages. Blue Man Group’s shows have been described by critics as “innovative,” “energetic” and “wildly entertaining.” But the only way to truly understand Blue Man Group’s global popularity is to see the show for yourself."
Two Shows: 2 PM and 5 PM
74 Warrenton Street, Boston
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May 10
Godsmack and Papa Roach at Mohegan Sun
For Tickets: Mohegan Sun
8 PM
1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard, Uncasville, CT
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May 17
Star Wars Day @ WAM
11:00 AM-5:00 PM
Admission: Free
"Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character and join Jedi Knights and Imperial Stormtroopers for a day of "Force-full" fun! While here, visit "Knights," and "Samurai," the inspiration for the fantasy armor. Compare a Stormtrooper's armor to that of a Gothic knight; watch a light saber battle; see if you have what it takes to be a Jedi by signing up for a light saber class, and more."
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May 24
Memorial Day Weekend- No better way to spend your weekend then to rock out to some great bands in Boston. This Sunday be sure to check out My Morning Jacket, Ben Harper, Tenacious D, and many others!
This is the final day of a 3-day event.
Boston Calling Outdoor Concert at City Hall Plaza in Boston
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June 7
Final Day of French Open
"The French Open may be the most demanding of tennis' Grand Slam events. The famed red clay courts of Roland Garros Stadium in Paris slow even the most aggressive players, making for unpredictable and exciting tournaments."
(NBC)
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June 14
Boyz of Summer Tour with Fallout Boy and Whiz Kalifa
For tickets, check out: LiveNation
Xfinity Center- Mansfield 7 PM
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June 21
Final Round of the USGA U.S. Open
Live from Chambers Bay, University Place, Washington.
(FOX)
For more information, check USGA.com
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June 28
MASSive Comic Con
"Massive Comic Con will be coming to Worcester, MA, at the DCU Center, on June 27-28, 2015! Don't miss out on seeing a variety of pop culture, comic, and cosplay guests, as well as panels, contests, parties, gaming tournaments, artists, vendors and more!"
For tickets, checkout Massivecomicon.com.
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July 5
Celebrate the day after Independence Day on your couch cheering on the U.S. Women's Soccer team (hopefully) in the World Cup Championship.
Championship Game of the Women's World Cup
(FOX Sports)
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July 12
Final Day of Wimbledon Championship
Live from London, England
For more information, check out: tennistours.com
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July 19
Final Round of the PGA British Open Championship
$9.2 million purse
St. Andrew's
For more information, click here: The Open Championship
(ESPN)
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July 26
Newport Folk Festival
An outdoor concert experience you will never forget!
For more information, click here: Newport Folk Festival
*Performances Not Announced Yet
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August 2
Boston Comic Con
http://www.bostoncomiccon.com/
"The Boston Comic Con returns to the Seaport World Trade Center for a three-day show fromFriday July 31 to Sunday August 2, 2015. We're excited to announce our first confirmed guests: Brian Azzarello, Frank Brunner, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Humberto Ramos, Don Rosa, and Robin Lord Taylor!"
To purchase tickets, click here: Boston Comic Con Tickets
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August 9
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Providence, RI
http://www.film-festival.org/index07A.htm
"One of the top 10 Short Film Festivals and Top 10 International Film Festivals in the United States. The RIIFF provides the kind of intimate festival experience that will change your life. Don’t miss it. "
- Chris Gore, author of The Ultimate Film Festival Survival Guide, 2nd edition
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August 16
Final Day of U.S. PGA Championship
Live from Kohler, Wisconsin
Whistling Straits-Straits Course
(CBS)
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August 23
The Boston Red Sox will host the defending American League Champion Kansas City Royals at Fenway Park.
Royals @ Red Sox- 1:35 PM
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August 30
Marshfield Fair
http://www.marshfieldfair.org/
The 148th Marshfield Fair will kick-off on August 21 and run until August 30th. Check out all the fun rides, great food, and attractions.
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September 6
Labor Day Weekend- No Work Tomorrow!
Spend the day however you please.
The next 17 plus Sundays are dedicated to NFL Football.
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