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hat do you do when a cover story that you had planned for several weeks falls apart two days before deadline? If you’re me, you try not to panic (ha!), and desperately realize that the next 48 hours seem like sands sliding through an hourglass – we need more time! Suddenly an image wafts into your head of two individuals, looking like Casablanca extras, standing outside of Nick’s after the recent Cole Porter themed nights held there. That lush image belongs to Steven King’s most recent project, and one that I have been selfishly pleading for him to release upon our pages, in order to visually tell the story of the resurgence of the Great American Songbook over on Nick’s stage. The story itself is told through the capable hands of J. Fatima Martin, but it is the images that truly convey the beauty of these evenings. It’s the combination of talent, atmosphere and history that blend like smoke from a long cigarette into the air. That sultry mix brings history alive through the talents of this underground scene – a scene I’ve been yearning to share with our readers. What resulted in our quick jump in focus is a beautiful look at what J. Fatima calls vintage modern Worcester – history combined with inspiration to create a whole new appreciation of songs that have made us who we are – an American history as told through song. Dive in, and discover the underground scene that will either take you back, or propel you forward into a new scene just waiting for you to explore.

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A Push for Parks City Allocates Budget Money for Substantial Parks Improvement Keen Hahn

Pharmasphere’s parent company gets permit to build medical marijuana facility in Rhode Island. Fitting, because they’ve been blowing smoke in Worcester since 2008. -1 Last weekend of the legislative session in Boston. Who says ﬁre works should only come at the beginning of July? +1 Health insurers must now cover Autism treatments. We thought that would be a no-brainer. +2 Asian longhorn beetles in Boston might not have come from Worcester after all. The last thing we need is to get into a blame game with the big brother. 0 (because they still have beetles) Local blogger Jeff Barnard of WormtownTaxi.com, ﬁghting melanoma, has an extended stay in the hospital. -2 Community sends gigabites of well wishes. Worcester State named one of the “Best in the Northeast” by the Princeton Review for the seventh year in a row. The more the names change, the more they stay the same. +1 This week: +4 Last week: -1 Year to date: +24

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ast week, Worcester Mayor Joseph O’Brien announced in a meeting with Worcester Mag staff that the city is making parks a priority. Through the use of combined monies from the recent Worcester Regional Airport transfer and tax levies, the city will be able to put $1.85 million towards parks improvement in 2011 plus an additional $300,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the Federal Government. This allocation comes as part of the inauguration of Worcester’s five-year capital-improvement plan, which will be active from fiscal year 2011 to fiscal year 2015 and will also include massive projects geared toward renovating Worcester schools as well as upgrading and repairing streets and sidewalks. However, the big news is that this year, Worcester is dedicating record-breaking amounts of money to parks – to the tune of $7.1 million. “This is our largest investment in parks in a long, long time,” O’Brien says. From his perspective, these improvements cannot come quickly enough. “In the past, we have willfully neglected our city’s infrastructure. Worcester needs to beat the economic downturn and attract working and middle-class families to settle here,” he says, further noting that the only way to do this is through comprehensively enhancing the area’s transportation, recreation, and education options, something for which he has advocated since before his election.

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A large contributing factor in this decision was the recent CSX expansion project, which added $23 million to Worcester’s coffers and opened the door for numerous improvements. Park projects received a $4 million cut of these profits towards endeavors such as remodeling the aquatics facilities at Holmes Field and East Park, fixing up Harrington Way Playground and Mulcahy Field, and acquiring more open space for the city. Future plans also include improvements to Green Hill Park, Crompton Park, Logan Field, Bennett Field, and Spillane Field; a pool demolition; and improvements to the Newton Square Veteran’s Memorial. “This is a remarkable opportunity,” asserts O’Brien, who hopes these investments can create sustainable returns for Worcester in the years to come. The City Parks Department has been involved in these allocations as well. Parks Commissioner Rob Antonelli and his department have been working with the city manager, O’Brien and the city council to plan a course of action and will be overseeing the implementation of the numerous developments

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emerging on the horizon. “We developed a list of possible improvements for parks,” Antonelli says in reference to his involvement in the allocation’s preliminary stages. He also assures that his department will be “involved in all massive planning and construction” as the projects progress, and is looking forward to the better facilities that these improvements will create. City officials are not the only group doing something to improve the welfare of Worcester’s parks, however. The Pleasant Street Neighborhood Network Center (PSNNC), in partnership with the Friends of Newton Hill, started a program meant to increase job opportunities for Worcester teens and protect the city’s parks all in one fell swoop. The program, called Around the Corner, was initially a cleanup effort that employed local teens to maintain Newton Hill, an area of Elm Park that the Parks Department was unable to reach. The model for the program was such a success that the city manager was able to provide enough funding to replicate it in four more parks including

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{ citydesk } Criminal Justice Reform Bill passes Difﬁcult to interpret and often misread, CORI reports faces reform STEVEN KING

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means, and would make the assumption that the applicant was found guilty. As for the criminal question, “often-times people with criminal records check the box and they’re not even called back,” argues Vega. “We’re not saying don’t look at my CORI,” she continues. “We’re saying look at me as a qualified individual.” Nate Gorczynski, who Delia Vaga, a community organizer with EPOCA demonstrated at the event he says, adding that NGs (not guilty) but doesn’t speak for either can also trip up employers. Moreover, EPOCA or Neighbor to Neighbor, agrees a record that has multiple charges that the current system is difficult with only one sticking can look to read and is often confusing about “intimidating.” Gorczynski says he has what’s on somebody’s record. “It can look a lot worse than it is,” continued on page 6

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n Friday, July 27, a bus paid for by the Worcester County chapter of the ACLU brought a load of Neighbor to Neighbor, Ex-Prisoners and Prisoners Working for Community Advancement (EPOCA) workers and demonstrators to Boston to remind legislators on the conference committee reconciling the Criminal Justice Reform bill to pass a final version before the legislative session ended. “It was a long, exhaustive and stressful weekend, but it was well worth it,” says Delia Vega, a community organizer with EPOCA. The Criminal Justice Reform bill touches on a number of areas in the justice system, but the section that the Worcester contingent focused on was the potential for reforming to the state’s Criminal Offender Record Information laws.

With the Criminal Justice bill passing, ex-prisoners’ felony records will be sealed after 10 years, rather than the current 15, and misdemeanor records drop from 10 years to five, starting at the date of conviction if their sentence didn’t include jail time, or the date of the prisoner’s release. Other changes include the removal of the “criminal question,” the box that employers make job applicants check if they have ever been convicted of a crime, and the creation of an online record system that will do a better job keeping track of criminal histories, while wiping out notes about nonconvictions on peoples’ records. “A lot of [employers] don’t know how to read a record,” says Vega, using the examples of a charge that has a “CWOF” (continued without finding) next to it. According to her, an employer might not know what the abbreviation

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Green Hill Park, Castle Park, Green Island Park and Crystal Park, along with Newton Hill. Now, the project is called the Worcester Parks Steward Program and employs a crew of six teenagers and a field supervisor. “This is a tremendous job-creation opportunity,” says Mary Keefe, who spearheaded the project for PSNNC. She’s also quick to point out that the program “is not just about picking up litter.” The teens have also engaged in efforts such as gardening in Green Hill Park and opening up an unused park entrance at Castle Park.

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“They totally transformed the entrance,” Keefe says. Keefe expressed excitement on behalf of PSNNC at the prospect of Worcester making a major parks improvement move. This kind of interest means that her group has a chance to further grow their mission. “Our program is not intended to take the place of the Parks Department,” Keefe qualifies. “It’s about the legacy of public places and teens learning about the habits of good work.”

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friends whose records show dismissed charges, but they still have trouble finding work simply because it looks like they’ve been found guilty. Gorczynski also points to the In fact, PSNNC is interested in importance of lessening the amount working with Worcester officials to expand its program, which could utilize of time it takes to seal a record, again, because prospective employers often up to six more crews of workers. They are planning to talk to local businesses times see a charge and back away. “There’s still some trepidation there, this fall to secure more financial support. With the combination of these still some stigma,” he says. “The quicker efforts and the city’s, Worcester citizens we can assimilate back in, the stigma will gradually dissolve.” can surely expect to see the local The reconciled bill received favorable landscape evolve in the days to come. votes from each Worcester-area state representative and senator, including James O’Day (D-West Boylston). “I felt very strongly about the importance of getting it passed,” says the former social worker, who notes that he’s seen first-hand how people’s mistakes that they made as an 18 or 19 year old still limit their job prospects 15 years later. “It’s due.” Of course, politics being what they are, some last-minute wheeling and dealing Lawrence E. Hawkins, spokesman for the cooperative eradication program in Boston, pushed the Criminal Justice Bill through. on the infestation of the Asian longhorned beetles, as said to the Telegram. While the House and Senate’s versions of the CORI aspect were similar, the Senate added some reforms to the legislation regarding sentencing laws, something that according to O’Day, the House never discussed. “When it came together in conference committee, there was that whole other section on sentencing reform,” he says, which includes provisions on allowing those in the House of Corrections on minor drug charges to be released after serving 2/3 of their sentence. But the House’s desire to see CORI reform, Must present this ad. combined with the fact that Governor Offer cannot be combined Deval Patrick wanted this to pass, helped with other discounts. the bill through even though there was Offer Expires Aug. 31, 2010 little familiarity with sentencing reform. That part of the legislation allows for individuals on lesser drug charges serving in a House of Corrections facility to become parole eligible after serving half their sentence (as long as their charges didn’t involve violence, weapons or minors) and closes some specific loopholes Call for a Free Consultation in registration requirements for homeless 1-508-836-USEE(8733) sex offenders. For local activists, though, they’re just Jean Keamy, M.D. relieved that a very long fight has shown some rewards. Board Certified Ophthamologist “In the long run, at least our part of it got put through,” says Gorczynski. “It’s Visit website for list of services. making a more level playing ground for www.seemedrkeamy.com people trying to get a second chance.”

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dated July 26, 2010, Worcesterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Police Chief Gary Gemme explained to City Manager Michael Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien that the 12-hour rule for livery companies (that is, no fares can be taken unless theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re called in no less than 12 hours in advance) was â&#x20AC;&#x153;driv[ing] livery operators underground, creating a new illegal livery industry where operators are unlicensed and vehicles are no longer registered as livery vehicles,â&#x20AC;? adding that it â&#x20AC;&#x153;may also be an unenforceable rule.â&#x20AC;? Gemme made the point that the number of unlicensed cars and drivers created by that law was a threat to public safety, saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;these livery operators and the vehicles they drive are not subjected to the current public-safety standards of licensing, inspection and oversight.â&#x20AC;?

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Gemme announced that his department was going change direction on the 12hour rule by simply not enforcing it for the month of August. In return, livery companies will be expected to follow every other rule that separates them from taxi cabs, especially no picking up of hail fares, and allowing the Worcester Police Department (WPD) to inspect the livery companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; call logs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The intent of the trial period is to accurately assess the livery industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contention that the twelve hour prearrangement rule is unreasonable and a major obstacle to conforming to the Tax and Livery Regulations of the Chief of Police,â&#x20AC;? Gemme wrote. Rumor has it that Gemme met with members of the livery companies on July 22, four days before the memo, and again on July 29 to seal the arrangement.

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MUZZLED: It seems that the WPDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence in the draft of the city councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed pit bull ordinance is being exaggerated. According to spokesperson Sgt. Kerry Hazelhurst, the WPD and its animal-control unit read the draft, but were not solicited for advice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They reviewed it upon request, but did not give any input,â&#x20AC;? he says.

WHAT IS IT WITH MAIL CARRIERS AND DOGS?: As little as a week ago a lot of noise was made about the pit bull ordinance that has seven city councilorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; names attached to it, as proof that it would cruise through the August 10 vote. But according to one of those seven councilors, some of their colleagues might be getting â&#x20AC;&#x153;cold feet.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the [opposition] e-mails are starting to make people uncomfortable,â&#x20AC;? a source said, adding that the letters are coming from all over the country. WITH OUR POWERS COMBINED: Back in May, Mayor Joseph Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien announced the creation of the Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Task Force on Job Growth and Business Retention, a 36-member group of residents, business owners, lawyers and people involved with colleges and hospitals. The task force has recently ďŹ nished a 28-page report offering recommendations about the dual-tax rate and marketing Worcester to businesses, among other topics. The ďŹ nal version of the report is expected to be made public Monday, with some of the task forceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommendations appearing as motions on the city council ďŹ&#x201A;oor for their August 10 meeting.

HELPING HAND: Despite the failure of the gaming bill to earn the governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature this weekend, Worcester-area politicians got a boost just from its presence. In a concession to the legislature Deval Patrick, the formerly anti-slots governor, announced that he would be willing to accept a gambling deal with a license for one slot parlor as long as ďŹ ve speciďŹ c bills that he did support passed their respective conference committees. One of those ďŹ ve included a criminal justice bill sponsored by State Senator Harriette Chandler, which included provisions for CORI reform, and was supported by every single senator and representative from Worcester. As Patrick wished, all ďŹ ve of his hand-picked bills passed, but he rejected the gaming bill when the legislature insisted on having two slot parlors.

YOUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE NEVER LATE TO THE GAME IF YOUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE THE ONLY PLAYER: Last week Worcester District Attorney Joseph Early, Jr. was a guest on the Jordan Levy Show, where the two-term incumbent announced his candidacy for re-election. No surprises there, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth noting the late timing. Any challenging candidate needed to have announced with the state by April 27 to get on a primary ballot, and rumor has it that Early kept a low proďŹ le through the winter and spring to avoid drawing attention to the race. If that was the plan, it worked; no other Democrat or Republican has ďŹ led as a candidate in that race. A spokesman for the DA said Early has been saying all along that he would run again, but just didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it formally.

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Unfunny omission To The Editor, Thank you for Nicole Luparelli’s piece on the status of stand-up comedy. I was pretty disappointed however, to see that one well-known local comedian and his perspective were left out of the article. Stephen Donovan, co-host of WXLO’s Jen & Steve Show, was noticeably absent from the cover story, yet was featured in a Worcester Magazine piece not even two years ago. And didn’t he headline the wellmentioned opening night of Frank Foley’s Comedy Safari at its new location? The piece mentions that local clubs seem to come and go, yet here is a talented guy that has returned to Worcester with a solid radio, TV and comedy career. That, in and of itself, should merit inclusion in the discussion on the pulse of stand-up, and would be something that plays to readers’ interest. I appreciate the effort Ms. Luparelli made in canvassing Worcester and beyond to talk with a cross-section of comedians, but, to not include in that conversation a local stand up (and radio host, and TV host) does a disservice to your readers. I look forward to seeing more about all of our true local talent in the upcoming issues. S INC ER ELY, M AU RA W EB ST ER Marlborough

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he car ride to a casino is always filled with hope, excitement and anticipation of the slot machine spins and wins ahead. However, for many slot players, the ride home from the casino better reflects their gaming experience. That ride home all too often is accompanied by guilt, depression, disgust and shame. The fact is casinos make money by taking advantage of and exploiting people who are pathological or problem gamblers. The colors, lights, music, noise, glitz, free alcohol and fancy slot machines are carefully planned and designed to suck you in and empty your wallet. People should set limits and take to the casino only what they can afford to lose, you say. But many don't. Just look at the long lines at the ATM machines conveniently scattered throughout a casino. These slot players are withdrawing money from their checking and savings accounts and, even worse, taking cash advances on their credit cards at upwards of 20 percent interest. About half of casino revenue comes from problem

gamblers. But they often lose much more than their money, self-respect and dignity. They can lose their jobs, businesses, homes, spouses and children. But, like Governor Patrick and most of our state senators and representatives, I am pro-casino. It’s a tradeoff. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts builds a couple of casinos, creates jobs and brings in needed revenue for cities and towns, schools, public safety, public works and parks. And a pittance of the gaming revenue goes to treat gambling addiction. So no need to feel guilty over the collateral damage that will be done to many individuals, students, elderly and families. If I can be pro-choice even though it’s hard to disagree when people say life begins at conception, I can be pro-casino even though I know that gambling addiction has the highest suicide rate of all addictions. And it isn’t like Massachusetts gamblers lack casinos now. The Twin River Casino in Lincoln, Rhode Island, is a quick 40-minute ride from Worcester. But the real gaming experience is in Connecticut either at Foxwoods Resort or Mohegan Sun Casino. Foxwoods has six casinos, hundreds of poker and game tables, terrific entertainment, four hotels, expensive retail stores, more than 30 restaurants, a salon, spa and golf course. Chelsea Clinton could have held her opulent wedding there and probably saved a million bucks. Unfortunately, greed, inflated job and revenue numbers, and exaggerated predictions of economic development and spinoff are motivating many Massachusetts elected officials to delude themselves into supporting the construction of three casinos. That’s too many. First, House Speaker DeLeo’s self-serving desire to build two racinos in his district at Suffolk Downs and Wonderland racetracks should be disregarded. Then the Commonwealth should build one or two casinos of Foxwoods quality, which allow smoking in restricted areas. Add a top-notch hotel, some fine restaurants and taverns, a dance club, quality retail shopping, a performing arts theatre, and soon some of the billions of dollars that Massachusetts residents have spent in Rhode Island and Connecticut over the years will start coming back home. But let’s at least build a casino in nearby Charlton because I want a job as a teller at Ceasar’s Palace of Central Mass. Why not? A retired chemistry teacher, former small retail business owner and city councilor, I’m personable, good at math and can make change. And, like toll takers, I’m politically well-connected. That alone makes me qualified. I promise that, as one of the new 15,000 job holders, I’ll overlook all the pain and state-sanctioned thievery around me. I’ll just be grateful that many of the 10, 20 and 100 dollar bills being fed into the slot machines will eventually help to raise the test scores of Worcester’s students. I only wish it were just government that was addicted to gambling.

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Posted by “Ms. C” on IHEARTPEANUTBUTTER.COM: I start working in 6 days and I have no idea what to do with myself. I have a car and I seem more lost than the almost month I was car-less. I think I have been really lucky to have the summer off, I have been out of work since May and it has allowed me the time to enjoy life a bit minus money and for the last month a car. But not one bit of this summer has been regretful, I have had a lot of fun. I am in the mind set that I am not sure where my life is gonna fit in around work again, that always seems to be an issue. Posted by “Williby Woster” on WORCESTER’S TEA PARTY AND OTHER BULLSHIT: BA tales from the shitty did an excellent expose on what might be another huge scandal to come out city hall and yet, little print coverage exist on this story. I guess the wussies who pose as print and ass licking talk radio media feel this story will offend their close buddies in the city administration. Sometimes I wonder if certain reporters or seedy radio commentators are just whoring out for that elusive campaign/or state government communication gig, the way they overtly cheer on the obvious bullshit while “overlooking” the tragic and toxic ways our city politicians and administrators behave. Damien Jacob of Worcester Sign was backed by the Worcester Regional Chamber in the fight against the zoning

commissions attempt to discriminate against the free speech of some local businesses by prohibiting certain digital signs. When the economy is so bad many businesses need every edge possible to promote themselves. Some signs offer information and promote other city activities and initiatives as well as their own business. The “Chamber” mysteriously pulled away from supporting Mr Jacob, by not strongly voicing their original position against the zoning commission. This is not really about safety and it’s certainly can not be about aesthetics. How can they think aesthetics with all the derelicts walking around Front, Pleasant and Main Street every work day in the center of downtown? As I see it it is more about control and power and keeping competition light for club members.

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A preview of what you’ll ﬁnd online at worcestermag.com this week Music: Worcester band Hey Now, Morris Fader plays Ralph’s this Friday. In preperation, hear the band’s music in WooTown Sounds, see photos of the group, watch one of their live performance videos, and ﬁnd out more details about this weekend’s show. Sharpest Blade: In Young Guns, read about the man who claims to have the oldest barbershop in town. Art all over the park: Find a photo gallery of this years Art in the Park by staff photographer Steve King. The Bard: Learn about this year’s Worcester Shakespeare Festival. Wooed a little: This week we launch Worcester’s newest Personals websites: Wooed and A Little Lewd. Check out worcestermag.com/ personals for more information and to start meeting others.

What is your favorite Art in the Park sculpture? A S K E D AT E L M PA R K

The piece in the pond, the silver rings and balls. The way the sunlight reﬂects on the balls and the rings in the water it’s really sparkly and summery and really fun.

Carrie Crane BOYLSTON The waterfall. There was some thought and artistic mind put into it. It’s different.

Tom Collins WORCESTER I think it’s the jellyﬁsh. I really like the way they’re hidden, you don’t see them right away and then you just see these beautiful white ghostly forms that are hanging from the tree. It’s pretty cool.

Heather Anderson WORCESTER The shark! It’s a great piece. It’s got a three dimensional element. The fact that it’s double bowed in the nose gives the effect of the jaw opening and closing. It’s a great piece.

Andy Fish WORCESTER The waterfall pipe draining into the pond looks quite unique, I’ve never seen anything like that.

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n lush black and white tones, Steven King’s photographs of the Cole Porter Tribute show bring to life the velvety sensuality and nuances of a bygone era - evoking a time of classic elegance and the golden-age of the nightclub. King photographed the performance and was privileged to be on-site during the exclusive rehearsal sessions, where he captured the smart salon-style mood and cool vibe generated by the artistic camaraderie of a group of talented musicians and performers from Worcester. This group, nurtured by Nicole Watson and centered at Nick’s Bar on Millbury Street, is reviving a slice of musical history, reshaping club culture and transforming the music scene in a stylish and intellectual manner that underscores the diversity and depth of Worcester’s new culture climate. To deﬁne what King has captured, we need an understanding of today’s cultural gestalt, which is inspired by the depth and richness of history. In all areas of social life, the past is informing our present and shaping our future - everything is vintage modern. This isn’t a cultural shift, but a continuation of urbane American life - a story that is told full-force via the musical format at Nick’s Bar during special performances such as the recent fournight, sold-out Cole Porter Tribute. On a cozy and elegant stage, the staying power of old-fashioned popular music, such as cabaret, lounge, jazz and musical comedy, is restored with a contemporary style for a sophisticated intergenerational audience—an eclectic mix of artists, writers and city intelligentsia, the human elements that form Worcester’s unique cultural aesthetic. Nick’s is gaining a reputation for its classic Cabaret and focus on preserving the traditional musical style of the American Standard genera that is part of the Great American Songbook. This style is deﬁned as traditional period popular music, or “classic pop,” that embraces the output of Hollywood show tunes, Broadway, Big Band Era and Tin Pan Alley, and includes a diverse group of composers, singer-songwriters and style makers such as Johnny Mercer, Cole Porter, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and many others. Reviving an icon like Cole Porter (1881-1964) further highlights the connection between past and present. Porter spent four years in Worcester and graduated from Worcester Academy in 1909. He started his music career as a college student writing list songs—fun, witty and quick arrangements in which he’d list the people in his social circle. By doing this, he attracted a lively social group who in turn naturally created a club-like atmosphere centered around Porter’s penchant for merry-making. What Porter learned in Worcester was how to create a music scene by combining popular accessible music with an intellectual foundation. It was Porter who invited musicians and other creative individuals to gather at private parties and improvise on music and discuss life in a grandsalon style. Later, Porter went on to write more than 700

piano-infused songs and some of his best known include Night and Day, Anything Goes, and Begin the Beguine. At Nick’s, Porter’s milieu is revisited along with the intimate atmosphere of the supper club—the relaxed, dimly lit and mysteriously romantic hideaway that was popular during the economically and politically turbulent time of the 1920s, ’30s, ’40s and ’50s when culture was in ﬂux. Today, because of our current economic and political climate, a similar attitude is being replayed. Nick’s denizens are tattooed-clad artists, writers and professors—men in fedoras and dinner jackets and women in feminine dresses with ﬂowers in their hair. So how does a city like Worcester, already moving with exciting cultural happenings, further capture this energy and turn it into economic gold? It provides its creative community with seed money to help it prosper. This is the vision of many in city government, and with the current creative energy that the newly announced Creative Economy Initiative has created, the potential to build on the prosperity already happening at Nick’s Bar is exponential.

Nick’s Bar is named after 35-year-old Nicole Watson, a Worcester native, who not only manages the business, but also provides the artistic vision, produces and organizes much of the musical entertainment and holds court as the First Lady of Millbury Street. She and business partner Vincent have a passion for history, art and music. During renovations at Nick’s, their goal was to return this hot spot to its original glory and to keep history alive. With a background in theater, costume design and musical-entertainment production, Watson is a powerhouse of creative talent. She spent 15 years with Worcester’s Foothills Theater Company. Her ambition today is to receive a Creative Initiative Grant in hope of building on the success of many of her previous and current musical and theatrical projects. In previous years at Nick’s, Watson has organized events honoring the contributions of famous lyricists, songwriters and singers like Johnny Mercer. The Cole

Porter Tribute is part of her ongoing plan to produce shows revisiting the richness of American music with the purpose being to demonstrate the inﬂuence of these vintage styles on current music culture. “My dream is to expand our musical program to include more musicians, singers and musical arrangers in an effort to highlight our history,” says Watson. “This isn’t just about music, it’s about telling the stories of our heritage. I’d love to see the program grow and perhaps move into the community at other venues.” Cabaret is a mainstay at Nick’s, where Niki Luparelli, another Worcester native, is credited with introducing the genre to the local music scene and reviving the glamorous chanteuse, or lounge singer, persona. Trained as a classical performer, she aspired to become an opera singer, but soon realized that her passion was in making traditional American and European nightclub performance accessible and classy. Cabaret is an art form, a performance manner that blends popular-style music, singing, dance, story telling and the best of comedic performance that speaks across generational and class lines. “This music scene is about bringing people together, getting them to dance and interact and communicate, but it has an important element that is about style and glamour, a way for us to escape and go back to the past - it’s what I call vintage nouveau,” explains Luparelli. Plans and rehearsal for the Porter Tribute began last spring. Watson invited her musical circle to gather at her home where she organized a work-focused, yet party atmosphere for the musicians to relax, and where the best of creative collaboration could happen. Singer Trina Vargas describes the vibe created by Watson as a special “creative family,” each bringing in their unique and complementary talents. “In between all the drinking and eating, we were working on musical structure, talking about history—serious, productive rehearsals happened because of the great respect that we share for each other,” says Vargas. To ensure the Cole Porter Tribute was a success, Watson brought in veteran musical arranger Frank Racette, out of retirement in Connecticut, to personally select songs, arrange the music, organize the performers and be the grand mentor and teacher for the group. Daniel Burke, a local, well-known musician, who often accompanies Luparelli’s performances and is considered Nick’s “man-at-the-piano,” says that Racette had a special inﬂuence on them. “We all looked up to him as our mentor because of his knowledge and expertise on everything Cole Porter, seriously Racette is an amazing teacher and his direction made the performance.” Because of his knowledge of the historical nature of Porter’s era and the popular music and lifestyle of the time,

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{ coverstory } Racette was able to introduce some new musical methods and performance ideas to the group. He made sure that he selected standards that were strong both instrumentally and lyrically, classics like the famous Night and Day, and he expanded on other songs such as Begin the Beguine. Racette also brought in historical gems—vintage song sheets with musical scores printed during Porter’s time, old and brittle—special one-of-kind documents that further added to the unique rehearsal atmosphere. “There were moments during the rehearsal when I felt that I had stepped back in time,” notes Racette. “These young musicians have brought back the past, in a way that is cool and very smart.” Racette also encouraged the performers to interact with the audience and pull-in participation by offering anecdotal story-telling—old-fashioned raconteur, smooth talking and performance patter—a communication element that was central to the nightclub atmosphere of the past. He explains that the power of this music and its performance rests not only on the instrumental arrangement, but also on lyrics and songwriting, “the types of words, their placement make this music special because the audience is able to identify with the themes and it becomes a sing-a-long.” Racette focused on the the “three Fs” of success—fun music, fun performance, fun audience, “In-between songs, I’d talk to the audience, tell them stories about the history of this genera, about Porter and his connection to other music legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Ethel Merman and Bobby Short, as a way of providing musical history and placing what we are doing at Nick’s bar in full context.” Because of this inclusive style, the audience became an extension of the performance, which made every night dynamic and a little different—recreating, again, the improvisational club manner and scene that Porter himself organized in Worcester. Porter was known for his ability to create jam sessions, write songs on the spot, improvise on predesigned arrangements and experiment with lyrics. On the last night of the Cole Porter Tribute, Racette honored Watson by presenting her with a very unique book—an original copy of Ethel Merman’s Cole Porter songbook. “It was Merman who really made Porter’s songs so popular, and I felt that Nicole should be honored this way because she is Worcester’s grand lady of music,” explains Racette. Racette has been encouraged by Watson to continue his collaboration, and plans are already underway for a new show. “My experience at Nick’s has been extremely fulﬁlling, and I’m looking forward to returning and collaborating with these talented and focused musicians again,” he says. Watson is already hard at work as a producer, pulling together a new show, and is outlining her goals in preparation for application for a Creative Initiative Grant. “I’m being encouraged to apply and keep this momentum going,” she enthusiastically explains. “The response from the community has been overwhelming—this is all so very exciting and I’m happy to see Worcester alive again with great music.” The musical family at Nick’s has created a powerful environment—an intoxicating blend of nostalgic elegance and bawdy contemporary life reviving the past that makes us feel that, indeed, life is a cabaret, anything goes and it’s okay to misbehave—in respectable, fun and productive way.

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Aslan Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s album speaks but wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yell.

Lauren McShane

Aslan King isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t trying to send a message. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not trying to tell you what to think. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a musician, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not his job. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s any responsibility [for artists to send a message], but when it happens, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really good,â&#x20AC;? he says. Based on Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lyricsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it has happened, and it is really good.

Find out for yourself at Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preorder party on August 5 at 6 p.m. at Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Entertainment. The album, For Real, is the Worcester nativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection of tracks, produced by Lo-Z Records. For Real features hip hop/rap, spoken word, spoken word with beats, and spoken word with ambient sound. And while the style of the tracks varies, Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lyrics address an equal variety of issues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Philosophy, politics, urban life, and a bit of fun thrown in to make cats smile,â&#x20AC;? says King. The decision to include spoken word on the album was an easy one, he says, as poetry has always been an important part of his life. Plus, when music is stripped away and listeners are left to connect to lyrics, King sees it as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a more thoughtful experience.â&#x20AC;?

And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no wonder heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comfortable with the spoken-word style. For the past 15 years, King has been involved in performance poetry in Worcester; although he prefers to stay â&#x20AC;&#x153;on the fringes of the poetry community,â&#x20AC;? he says. For someone on the fringes, Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lyrics on For Real broach very central subject matter. He discusses â&#x20AC;&#x153;state-ofSTEVEN KING

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Harding says for one track, he asked King to write a rhyme â&#x20AC;&#x153;where he could ask the BP president questions for us common people.â&#x20AC;? The result was the BP Oil Rap â&#x20AC;&#x153;How Can You.â&#x20AC;? Dear BP Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Life? Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Things? Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the money you be making? Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life like a king? Howâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it feel to be a terrorist, getting paid for your dirt? Let me be your therapist, where does it hurt? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; BP Oil Rap (How Can You) King grew up in Worcester in â&#x20AC;&#x153;fairly tough areas,â&#x20AC;? he says. Even in his youth, music and rhyming were a part of life. In grade school, King and his friends would try to emulate artists like Ice-T, Sugar Hill, Black Sheep, Epmd, Wu Tang and Onyx. They would write their own raps about what they saw around them and the teachers they disliked. And of course they â&#x20AC;&#x153;tried to use as much profanity as possible,â&#x20AC;? King says, laughing. Now a teacher himself, King has a new vantage point from which to write. His experiences as a teacher make up much of his subject matter, he notes, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot more focused. Harding describes the culmination track of the album, Forgotten Kids, as the story of Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experiences as a teacher:

But the generations change and the story remains forgotten kids stay chained to a world in flames... and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m lacking insight cause the gap is too wide and I try to bring light but this fucking divideâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Forgotten Kids Despite Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hesitation to tie himself to a message, his lyrics and style clearly say something. For starters, they say â&#x20AC;&#x153;wake up and see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on around you.â&#x20AC;? They say â&#x20AC;&#x153;ask questions.â&#x20AC;? They say â&#x20AC;&#x153;thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no one-way to do things.â&#x20AC;? And his â&#x20AC;&#x153;nonmessageâ&#x20AC;? is a good one to hear. So does Aslan King have any plans to spread the â&#x20AC;&#x153;nonmessageâ&#x20AC;?? For the man who feels more comfortable on the periphery, and who isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t force-feeding listeners anything, he does have one very strong sentiment: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I plan to remain in Worcester because it is the center of the universe as far as I can tell,â&#x20AC;? he says. Preorder event is Thursday, August 5 at 6 p.m. at Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Entertainment, 244 Park Ave, Worcester, Mass. Aslan Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s For Real CD will be available for preorder, and the event will be lots of fun, including friends, fans and family, in a great atmosphere. Everyone can meetand-greet the Lo-Z Records family and listen to the CD.

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Worcester is a city of well-balanced opposites— beauty and grit, funk and sophistication—contradictions that enliven the community and give it its distinctive personality. The respected Turtle Boy sculpture, for example, and the infamous Paris Cinema are found on the same downtown street. The mix of characters and the energy generated by this diversity inspired Futon Company owner Elizabeth Hughes’ vision of the exhibition Welcome to Worcester — a colorful show that compares pop-art style

illustrations by Doug Chapel and experimental photographic images by Joan Gage.

The theme of the exhibition is iconic Worcester landmarks—charming, historical or infamous locations that fit comfortably on souvenir postcards: landmarks like thriving businesses, architectural treasures, and popular gathering spots such as The Owl Shop, Ralph’s Rock Diner, Vincent’s Bar, The Corner Lunch Diner and Dr. Gonzo’s. On exhibit now until September 30, Welcome to Worcester is part of an ongoing initiative by Hughes to promote

local artists in her gallery store. The public is welcome to view the artwork during the upcoming Art in the Parking Lot event on August 8, and return for the exhibition celebration on September 9 in which free treats will be provided by George’s Coney Island Hot Dogs, one of Worcester’s historic takeout places documented in the exhibition. The 40-year-old Chapel and 69-yearold Gage may come from different walks of life, but their appreciation for everything Worcester unites them in a complementary way. Chapel is a sardonic comic illustrator with an urban aesthetic, while Gage is a successful travel

journalist, painter and photographer with traditional sensibilities. They appreciate history, are enthralled by architecture and are extremely passionate about the documentary process. “It’s interesting how two different artists can share many conceptual approaches,” explains Hughes. “They both recognize Worcester’s unique history, but because of their individual experiences, they are depicting the same subject from opposite reference points.” Chapel, a taxi-cab driver by day, is well known for his Action Geek ’zine, a semi-autobiographical comic book that documents and comments on Worcester’s urban life. His drawings are a combination reductionist pop-cartoon style with gritty apocalyptic undertones. Gage, a freelance journalist who travels internationally and shares her experiences and historical research on her blog, describes herself as a painter by passion and an amateur photographer. “You could say that I’m painting my

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Kick, Push, Create The Dark World Galleryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Skate of the Art show Maine artist Sam Johnson is new to the Dark World Gallery, having discovered the space during his friend and fellow artist Dave Christopherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent solo show. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is how I figured out what Dark World was all about and really enjoyed what they had going on with the open range of work and artists. I hopefully will be having a solo show in the beginning of 2011,â&#x20AC;? says Johnson. Johnsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s submission features one of his favorite horror characters, Michael Myers from Halloween. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What inspired me was just doing what I love to do and what I need to do as an artist and that is to paint and keep pushing my knowledge mixing media,â&#x20AC;? says Johnson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to create a well-rendered Michael Myers portrait and let the texture and color create the atmosphere of the dark, twisted person he is.â&#x20AC;?

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The Dark World Gallery sheds a light on alternative art in the city like no other gallery. Perhaps the most shining example of this is its returning group show, the secondannual Skate of the Art (SOTA) 2010, which sees creative talents from greater Worcester and beyond contributing to skateboard deck art, that are then sold at auction to support Big Brother/Big Sister of Metrowest.

Located within Out of the Dark World Tattoos, owned by tattoo artist and entrepreneur Ben Mack, the gallery has earned a name for itself for cutting-edge 8shows highlighting untraditional, often left-of-center art. SOTA is no different. With artists using skate decks in any manner they wish â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as long as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s imaginative and inventive â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the show highlights art with a skate deck as its canvas. The submissions range from pieces such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two Flyâ&#x20AC;? by Michael Nguyen, featuring a woman with insanely detailed flies done in acrylic paint to Nina Paganoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Madonna and Child,â&#x20AC;? which is an incredibly stylized version of the well-known subject matter done in mixed media. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Since the early â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;80s, skateboards have featured artwork on them as a way to recognize pro skaters and give kids something to brag about by having the latest board,â&#x20AC;? explains curator Jonathan Hansen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There has been a movement in the past decade to use boards as a canvas and hang it on your wall as art. It seems to fit naturally as an art form, especially growing up in the scene.â&#x20AC;? Hansenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother, Brian Hansen, is the owner of Concrete Wave, a Worcester-based skate shop, and a sponsor for the show. For Worcester artist Derek Ring, SOTA was a way for him to create graffiti-themed work without having to find a nearby wall to defile. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Growing up in the sticks, it was a long bicycle ride to find a wall I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t personally have to clean later on, so I never got much into the whole graffiti thing. Sharpie is the closest I get.â&#x20AC;? Ringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s submission, which features skulls rising like a phoenix through hell, showcases his phenomenally ghoulish talent and utilized a single sharpie in its design.

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pictures on Photoshop the way I’d paint on canvas or paper. It’s about achieving color, highlighting special features and making decaying aspects of a place look beautiful,” Gage says about her photographs, which are purposefully enhanced to achieve an artificial quality. Chapel views the city from street-wise perspective. He documents locations without the filter of sentimentality. “I’m not afraid to depict the not-so-beautiful, so I guess I take a realist, darker approach. But what I’m really trying to point out is historical transition - all these old places were centers of life at one time and have a remarkable history,” he explains. Chapel and Gage agree that historic preservation is critical and the message of urban revitalization is found in their work. Though these artists communicate their understanding of Worcester in different visual styles, they have a mutual appreciation for the city, and their artwork further highlights its diversity The Futon Company is located at 129 Highland Street, Worcester, Mass. Learn more about Doug Chapel on his Web site dsquared.org, and Joan Gage on her blog - A Rolling Crone arollingcrone.blogspot. com.

Former Worcester photographer Nina Pagano, who now resides in Chicago, joins her first SOTA show after discovering the gallery last January during the “Art of E: Two Cents” show. Pagano feels shows like those the Dark World hosts are an important aspect of Worcester’s growing arts community. “A city’s cultural significance is directly proportionate to its contributions to and appreciation of the arts; the Dark World Gallery is a group of people that appear to recognize that and aim on contributing to the ever-changing culture of the city of Worcester,” shares Pagano. With last year’s show bringing over $2,000 in for the local Stone Soup agency, Hansen hopes to bring in even more funds

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for the Big Brother/Big Sister organization this year. “We intentionally set up the show as a silent auction which allows gallery patrons to come in during the entire month of August to bid and outbid each other on their favorite artwork,” says Hansen. Hansen hopes that SOTA brings a new crowd into the increasingly popular gallery. According to Hansen, “Ben Mack and I have worked together since January of 2009 to provide the city with a great space for local and upcoming artists, and we continue to push the envelope for culture and art in Worcester.” Whether you’re a skate fan, art lover or just curious, Skate of the Art is a show worth checking out. Opening reception of Skate of the Art is August 7 from 7 to 10 p.m. and the show hangs throughout the month of August. 179 Grafton St., Worcester, darkworldgallery.com.

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Satire of action ﬂick leaves decent actors lost The Other Guys CDavid Wildman

When I think about Will Ferrell as Anchorman’s Ron Burgandy insisting to Christina Applegate’s character that the name San Diego means “whale’s vagina,” it still makes me laugh. That’s probably because it comes out of a movie with a clever premise whose creators took Monty Python’s lead in making the bizarre come across as weirdly profound. Then there’s The Other Guys. It seems like this very same writer/director, Adam McKay, has either forgotten everything he ever learned about such things, or is running on autopilot. Right off the starting block The Other Guys seems unable to decide whether it’s a satire of police action flicks or the kind of standardized surreal idiot-madegood comedy that Ferrell, for better or worse, has helped to carve into a genre unto itself. It opens with some terse V.O. narration from a (wisely) uncredited Ice-T, and an action sequence that is appealingly unhinged, with Samuel L. Jackson and Dwayne Johnson upstaging the rest of the film as rogue undercover cops who destroy half the city in a reckless Dirty Harry-styled chase to apprehend a couple of kids dealing pot. Instead of getting the book thrown at them as we all know should happen, they are inexplicably treated as heroes, lording themselves over the lowly suits in the police department who act like fanboys, and whose job is to do all their paperwork for them. This isn’t very funny, is badly overplayed and doesn’t make any sense either. To accept it means that everyone onscreen is stupid, and so with that simple turn of events the film has broken its implied contract with us as a satire of familiar police plots. What happens next shatters a few more rules, and not in a good way. Let’s just say that soon the rogue law enforcement team that so dominated events are no longer in the story, which now turns to the far less interesting exploits of Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg as Allen Gamble and Terry Hoitz

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respectively, police partners trapped behind desks, Ferrell out of choice for his personal safety and Wahlberg because he accidentally shot Derek Jeter (the best line in the film guaranteed to bring a roar out of any Boston audience is when one of the cops says: “he should have shot A-Rod”). Out of a cast wandering aimlessly through this landscape of mediocrity, Walhberg seems the most in need of a compass, trapped in a script that requires constant unfunny explosions of wrath aimed at his wimpy partner, who parries with nerdy, long-winded retorts of an equally humor-free nature. Like everyone else in the film, Wahlberg is given a collection of repetitive traits in lieu of character development. His role is to mix up his clichés (“I’m a peacock that has to fly”), and to possess absurdly feminine talents like ballet and harp. Ferrell has a milquetoast personality and yet women throw themselves at him, most ridiculously his gorgeous wife (Eva Mendes), who he seems to think is plain and unattractive, a shtick done much better by Ed O’Neil on the TV show Married With a Children. For his part, Ferrell is an old hand at mugging his way through crap like this and, as Norman Mailer once said about George W. Bush, you can’t stop people who aren’t embarrassed by themselves. Michael Keaton is also on hand as the obligatory crusty police captain that for no discernible reason other than intended humor speaks in snatches of lyrics from T.L.C. songs. Also wasted is Steve Coogan in a one-dimensional turn as a Wall Street tycoon running a Ponzi scheme. If any of this sounds actually funny, original or interesting to you in any way, then by all means go for it. Me, I’ll just put in the DVD and watch Anchorman one more time.

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Bistro Limoncello FOOD ★★★★ AMBIENCE ★ ★★★★ SERVICE ★★★1/2 VALUE ★★★ 290 West Main St., Northborough • 508.393-5440 • bistrolimoncello.com

Classic tunes, good company and heavenly scents await Kendra Lapin

If Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack ran a place where everybody knew your name, it’d be Bistro Limoncello. My husband and I were offered seats either on the outdoor patio or inside. The weather was impeccable, so we sat outside. At 6:45p.m., the place was about half full. By half past 7, the inside and outside were full and bustling. Throughout the night, owner Marc Turo made sure to stop at every table and greet the patrons— many on a first-name basis—and made sure to say goodbye to everyone as they left. Because it was live-music night, we were treated to classic tunes along with the heavenly scents of the food and good company.

We started with water and lemon. There wasn’t any iced tea or lemonade; the only nonalcoholic drinks were soda or coffee/ espresso concoctions. While we eventually broke down and got a sparkling water with lemon (Scott) and a glass of sparkling rosé (me), it wasn’t a good start. Our waiter was a little slower than we liked, but he was very friendly and kept our water full the whole meal. We started with Dante’s Sicilian seafood salad, which was an Italian ceviche (seafood cooked via vinegar/acid) including lobster, mussels, shrimp and calamari. The dressing was a simple, but elegant, seasoned lemon juice and vinegar that made even my least favorite seafood, mussels and calamari, delicious. It was served on a bed of lettuce with sweet red onions, celery and fresh lemon wedges. With our appetizer, we were served warm bread and crostini (toasted bread slices) aside olive oil drizzled with a balsamic reduction. For dinner, I ordered the homemade veal braciole over angel hair in tomato sauce. I got two fist-size braciole that I could cut with my fork. The meat melted in my mouth and had a rich flavor, and

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Farmers markets and stands in and around the city

Daniels Farmstead Trish Wooldridge

Location: Daniels Farmstead, 286 Mendon

St., Blackstone Seasonality: July - October Hours: Sundays, 11a.m.-3 p.m. Specialty: Local farms, artisans, community organizations, and collectibles Claim to Fame: The farmstead is a historic site and the market offers different educational events.

As if you needed another reason:

Cute baby animals from the Caprine Kids Dairy Goat 4-H club

While the Daniels Farmstead in Blackstone is a bit of a drive for most Worcesterites, it’s a worthwhile day trip for families on Sunday afternoon. This is the second year that the historical farm has hosted a farmers’ market. Last year, the farmers’ market took place

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every other Sunday. It became so popular that, this year, it is an every-Sunday occurrence. At the market, you can buy bath and body products, woodworking from salvaged lumber, organic produce, regular produce, jams and jellies, handcrafted purses and handbags, baked goods, and even pet rabbits! Inside the barn, there are pieces of Americana décor and knick-knacks and the farm is planning to add antique dealers. On top of the local shopping, patrons can get lunch from the grill or take part in an educational activity, like foraging for edible mushrooms. Occasionally, the farm will host live music

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the stuffing was too good for words. I cut tiny bites so I could savor it longer. The pasta was nothing out of the ordinary, yet the sauce, like that for the seafood salad, was simple and well balanced, which let the veal and stuffing really shine. Scott had Uncle Patsy’s Stuffed Calamari, described in the menu: “There’s no explanation—just try them.” The intrigue was a great selling point. The squids were about half the size of my braciole, and about five or six came with a heap of pasta. The pasta and sauce were the same

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as mine, as was the superb stuffing. As for the calamari, they were perfectly tender: not at all chewy. I had heard many great things about the desserts here, so I made sure to leave half of my meal for the next day (where it was just as good reheated!) Just the sight of the dessert tray will hook in any customer. The choices included two different gelato bomba choices—served in a chocolate shell or a white-chocolate shell—mango gelato in a hollowed mango, a limoncello parfait in a champagne flute, tiramisu, key lime cheesecake, and coconut gelato served in a little pineapple. I selected the coconut gelato in the pineapple; Scott went with tiramisu. The tiramisu was nice and creamy without being too sweet or overwhelmingly rich, and the coconut gelato was also creamy and went perfectly with the frozen pineapple shell. Both were served with raspberry and mango coulis. The total bill, including the glass of wine, was $90.95, but that included higher-end choices, a salad and two desserts, not to mention leftovers from dinner. The quality is worth the price. Definitely check out Bistro Limoncello.

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agricultural history. If you’re looking for a fun and delicious family day trip, head out to its Farmers Market on Sundays!

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New Wormtown Brews: Wormtown Brewery

has rolled out two more brews (does this guy ever sleep?) First up is a Pro-Am Porter, inspired by the Great American Beer Festival’s Pro-Am Competition. Wormtown Brewery owner Ben Roesch echose local brewer Keith Antul’s American Homebrewers Association medal-winning Robust Porter recipe and scaled the up the size. The limited-edition brew is dark brown, with a chocolate aroma, strong malt flavor and roast accented

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Yama Zakura 369 West Main St., Northboro 508-393-4187 yamazakurafoods.com Yama Zakura will delight fans of locally produced, high-quality sushi in a creatively charged and casual environment. The friendly staff serves up a wide variety of sashimi, sushi and maki rolls, as well as familiar Polynesian appetizers, soups and salads, meat and vegetable combinations, teriyaki and Thai curry dishes. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Dino’s Ristorante 13 Lord St., Worcester 508-753-9978 dineatdinos.com

hop bitterness. For the sweeter tooth, try out Blueberry Fields Forever, which uses 100 percent fresh, local blueberries. It will debut on August 5 at the Lucky Dog Music Hall. Wormtown Brewery, 455 Park Ave., Worcester. 774-239-1555.

Massachusetts Brewers Month: Can’t get enough local beer? Check out The Dive Bar, where it will be celebrating the many talented brewers across the state as part of its Massachusetts Brewers Month. All of the taps will be devoted to craft beers from breweries like High & Mighty Beer,

Dino’s is still everything that you’ve always enjoyed: reasonably priced Northern Italian classics, served in a quaint, old “Little Italy” style. Though renovations have made it a bit more upscale (and uncovered an ancient treasure!), it’s still home for Worcester’s families and lovers. Fugakyu Café 621 Boston Post Road, Sudbury 978-443-1998 Look for the two red lanterns that hang outside Fugakyu Café. Inside is a well-stocked bar, exclusive sushi bar - about six seats - and an extensive menu to satisfy the Japanese cuisine enthusiast as well as the novice. Even the purist should be able to overlook the nouveau selections. There is no shortage of sushi, fried “kitchen” appetizers, soups and entrées from simple katsu, teriyaki and tempura to exotic eel and live lobster sashimi. The price range is as wide as the delectable choices. Spend as little or as much as you like and still leave satisﬁed.

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The Haverhill Brewery, Clown Shoes Brewing and many more. The Dive Bar, 34 Green St., Worcester, 508- 752-5802.

Correction: In last week’s BITES, the name of Worcester Restaurant Week Two: If you haven’t

the Allagash Brewing Company founder, Rob Tod, was spelled incorrectly. We apologize for the error.

done so yet, it’s not too late to take part in Worcester’s Restaurant Week. It runs until August 15 at over 40 restaurants in and around Worcester. You can get an appetizer, entrée and dessert for $22.10, exclusive of tax and tip. Check out worcesterrestaurantweek.com for the complete list of participating restaurants.

BITES TIPSTER: If you’ve got a Worcester dining-scene tip for us, we want to know! New restaurant or café here in the city? Have you discovered a new place to eat out that you just have to share? New chef behind the stove? A scoop on the hot new sous chef? Then send along to editor@worcestermag.com today.

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Every Summer and Fall, Mid-June until the end of October Come to the Worcester Farmer’s Markets and shake the hand of the farmer who grows your food Westside at 306 Chandler St. MONDAY 9:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m. Beaver Brook Park Parking Lot June 14 thru October 25 Worcester WEDNESDAY Worcester

Westside at 306 Chandler St. Beaver Brook Park Parking Lot

9:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m. June 16 thru October 27

THURSDAY Northeast Side

215 East Mountain Street Salem Convenant Church

12:30 p.m. -5:00 p.m. June 17 thru October 28

FRIDAY Worcester

Westside at 306 Chandler St. Beaver Brook Park Parking Lot

9:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m. June 18 thru October 29

Ask Andy or Bill about tickets to the 150th Annual Woodstock Fair, September 3, 4, 5 & 6. Questions or Comments? Call Andrew O’Keefe, Managing Director at 508-753-7761

Friday & Saturday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Parking lots are not typically known for creativity, but on August 8 during Art in the PARKing lot, you’ll be astounded by the creative juices flowing in the Sole Proprietor’s parking lot from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by the lot at 118 Highland St. for this free event celebrating local artisans with art demos, chalk art, break dancing, fashion show, family fun, live music and a horse and buggy tour of Art in the Park sculptures with 9 of the artists highlighting their works. Plus free hot dogs to feed your belly as the art will feed your soul.

entertainment, horse and oxen pull, tractor pull, lumberjack show, midway, 30 food vendors, pony rides, beekeeping and honey exhibits, rooster crowing contest, horse show, racing pigs, thrill shows, kids country featuring musicians, singers, animal petting zoo, sheep shearing and goat milking (whew). The Bolton Fair, RT 117 Lancaster. Cost: Adults, $10; children age 7-12, $5; seniors, $8; children under age 6, free. Parking is Free. The Lancaster Fairgrounds - The Home of The Bolton Fair, Harvard Road & 7 Bridge Road, Lancaster. 978-365-7 or boltonfair.org.

weird wonder For an evening of wonder and weirdness, don’t miss

theatrical debut

Pasture Prime Players invites you to join the area’s newest regional community theater for a Theater Open House and Actor Workshop on Thursday, August 5. This event will include theater activities for all ages, dramatic readings, music, and refreshments. For those of you seeking roles in acting, stage management, directing, singing, costume and set design, publicity and tech work – this is your chance to learn how you can contribute to Pasture Prime Players. Free. 6:30-8 p.m. Charlton Public Library, Dexter Hall (upstairs), 40 Main St., Charlton. Call 508248-0452 or visit pastureprime.org.

Bolton fair

128th Bolton Fair runs from August 11 through August 15 and features (take a big

DisIllusioned: “Not your kid’s magic show” as it arrives on Friday, August 6. This week, your host, Eric Dittelman (ericdittelman.com), brings his signature brand of comedy mind-reading to the show. Joining him are geek and escape artist Dezrah The Strange (dezrah. com); Corporate and college magician Malik Haddadi, and special guest headliner: Danny Hustle. (bostonmagicman.com) 8p.m. Call 1-80071 LAUGH or e-mail frankscomedysafari@ yahoo.com for tickets or buy them at the door. $12 per person. 8-9:30 p.m. Irish Times/Rehab, Upstairs, 2nd Floor, 244 Main St. 508-797-9599.

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breath here if reading aloud) animal shows, horticultural exhibits, farmer’s market exhibit hall, 100 vendor craft show, commercial vendors, live stage

The Worcester Adult Kickball League will be hosting an informational session about its

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Fall League on August 5 from 7-8 p.m. at the Perfect Game, which is located at 64 Water St. Find out more about Worcester’s hot new sport by emailing Greg at gboyce@kickball.com or visiting kickball. com/masevenhills.

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Ferrets and greyhounds and hawks, oh my! On Saturday, August 7 come to the Higgins Armory Museum for a celebration of the animals and birds who played central roles in medieval recreation during the Medieval

Hunting Animals and Falcon Show. Hunting and hawking were two of the main leisure activities for knights in the days of old: discover how hunting was an active, even dangerous sport, seen as good training for war. Visitors will meet enchanting ferrets and greyhounds, and see live presentations from Wingmasters. A fun and educational day for the whole family. 10-4 a.m. Higgins Armory Museum, 100 Barber Ave. Call 508-853-6015, higgins.org.

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The Worcester Regional Flight Academy, in partnership with the United States Air Force Auxiliary’s Civil Air Patrol, is excited to offer a two-day Aviation Discovery Mini Camp for young adults ages 12-17. The Aviation Discovery Camp 2010

runs from Saturday, August 7 to Sunday, August 8 and offers the opportunity to experience the thrill and joy of flying! Test your interest without a major commitment of time or money when you experience a full range of Aerospace studies, fly with our Chief Flight Instructor and learn more about the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. $199/$249. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Worcester Regional Airport, Swissport Building, 375 Airport Drive. Call 508-755-6082 or visit worcesterregionalflightacademy.com.

folk in the valley Catch the best in local folk during the

Wachusett Valley Folk Festival on Sunday, August 8. Scheduled artists are Ashbrook Haynes, Brooks Williams, Don White, Maeve, Mustards Retreat, Pesky J Nixon, Susan Werner and Vance Gilbert. Plus for all you aspiring musicians, don’t miss the singer/ songwriter critiquing workshop hosted by Vance Gilbert and a business seminar hosted by David Tamulevich of the Roots Agency. $25 in advance $30 day of show $90 VIP. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wachusett Village Inn & Conference Center, 9 Village Inn Road, Westminster. 978-365-2043, wachusettmusic.com.

the eagle has landed For a family friendly afternoon of canoeing, hiking, and “ponding” you simply must join Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary in Princeton for

Canoeing on Eagle Lake on Sunday, August 8. For more information and to register, call 978.464.2712 $12 Adult Members, $18 Adult NM, $8 Child Member, $12 Child NM. 1-4 p.m. Mass Audubon: Eagle Lake Wildlife Sanctuary, Causeway St., Holden. Massaudubon.org

Theatre at the Mount Gardner Massachusetts Presents:

Adults

$20.00 (eve) $15.00 (matinee) Age 17 & younger & MWCC students

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ARTSWorcester, ARTSWorcester presents Drawn to Life: Concept and Craft in Contemporary Art, through Aug. 20. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free. 660 Main St. 508-755-5142 or artsworcester.org. Booklovers’ Gourmet, Recent Paintings by Stephen O’Neil, Through Aug. 28. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232 or er3.com/book. EcoTarium, Family Fun & Fitness Day, Friday; ESI: Asian Longhorned Beetle, Tuesdays, Saturdays, through Aug. 7; ESI: Gulf Oil Spill, Tuesdays, Saturdays, Aug. 10 - Aug. 14. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12.00 adults; $8.00 for children ages 2-18, college students with IDs & senior citizens. Children under 2 & EcoTarium members free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Walkway, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other special programs. 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700 or ecotarium.org Fruitlands Museum, Flights of Discovery Exhibition, Through Nov. 15; For the Birds: Art from the Mass Audubon Collection, Through Nov. 15; Sculptor Joseph Wheelwright’s Tree Figures Exhibition, Through Nov. 15; Sundown Concerts: Jeff Conley Band, Wednesday. 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456-3924 or fruitlands.org. Higgins Armory Museum, Exhibit: Beyond Belief: The Curious Collection of Professor Rufus Excalibur Bell, Through June 20, 2011; WOO Card good at Higgins Armory Museum, Through Dec. 31, 2011; Medieval Hunting Animals, Saturday. Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: General Admission: $10 for Adults, $7 for Children (age 4-16), Children 3 and under are Free. 100 Barber Ave. 508-8536015 or higgins.org Museum of Russian Icons, Museum Docent Gallery Talks, Thursdays, through Aug. 26; Take It to the Curator Icon Appraisals, Friday. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 11-3 a.m. Tuesday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 11-3 a.m. Friday, 9-3 a.m. Saturday. Admission: $5 adults, senior voluntary contribution, student and children free. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or 978-598-5005 or museumofrussianicons.org Old Sturbridge Village, Redcoats & Rebels, Saturday Sunday. Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age. Children under 3 free. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 or osv.org. Prints and Potter Gallery, American Craft Gallery, through Dec. 31; Fishing The Reef, Through Aug. 28. Hours: closed Sunday, 10-5:30 a.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10-7 a.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10-5:30 a.m. Friday, 10-5 a.m. Saturday. 142 Highland St. 508752-2170 or printsandpotter.com Rollstone Studios, NatureWorks Art Exhibit, through Aug. 22. Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Wednesday, 11 a.m.

to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: free. 633 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com. Westboro Gallery, New England Scenes, Sunday. Hours: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. 8 West Main St., Westborough. 508-8700110 or westborogallery.com. Worcester Art Museum, Wall at WAM: “Actions Speak,” THINK AGAIN (David John Attyah and S.A. Bachman), Oct. 30 - Oct. 17; What Matters, Saturdays, Dec. 19 - Aug. 22. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $10 adults, $8 seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all Saturdays, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or worcesterart.org. Worcester Historical Museum, Exhibit: Elementary Worcester, Through Aug. 7. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org. WPI: George C. Gordon Library, 120 Years of Fine Printing: the Story of Woodbury and Company, Through Sept. 24. 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu.

music >Thursday 5 Elm Park Concert 2010 Series. All concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. AUGUST 5th Dennis Brennan plus “ART In The Park” Opening with the Worcester Cultural Commission Elm Park, Highland St. and Park Ave. parkspirit.org. Crazy Dave and Farley!. Downstairs Bar at Ralph’s. Don’t miss it! 4-8 p.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Aslan King CD Pre-Order Event. Aslan King CD Pre-order Event Lo-Z Records is proud to announce For Real, the ﬁrst album by local Rapper & Poet Aslan King. Meet and greet Aslan King & members of the Lo-Z family, Listen to, and Pre-order the CD! Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm, Free. That’s Entertainment, 244 Park Ave. 508-755-4207 or lo-zrecords.com/kingcd.html. Mister Vic performs for families at Great Brook Farms. Singing, Dancing, and lots of Family fun! Dinner will be served if you’d like....$8 per family. Please pay online before the night of the show! 6-7:30 p.m. Great Brook Farms Cafe, 356 Main St., Bolton. 978-779-6680 or greatbrookfarms.com. Summer Concert Series on the Plaza. Join us for the summer concert series, featuring a different band every week! August 5: Chuck & Mudd & the Hole in the Dam FREE. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Alternatives Unlimited, Inc., Alternatives Community Plaza, 50 Douglas Road, Whitinsville. 508-266-6502 or alternativesnet.org. Open Mic Night W/ Bill McCarthy Free. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 120 Charlton Road, Sturbridge. 508-347-0174. Acoustic Thursday w/ Parker & Taylor. Back by popular demand, Parker & Taylor will be performing “LIVE” at Halligan’s

Sports Bar and More FREE. 8 p.m.-midnight Halligan’s Sports Bar and More, 889 Southbridge St., Auburn. 508-832-6793. College Night - Redcarpetworcester.com. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Irish Times / Rehab, 244 Main St. 508-797-9599. DopaPod. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Tammany Hall, 43 Pleasant St. 508753-7001. John Burrows. A rare Worcester appearance for John Burrows singer, guitarist, songwriter . The writer of The Perfect Storm CD and founder of The Cocabanana Band will perform Rock, Folk Rock and Caribbean Rock. free. 8-11 p.m. Piccadilly Pub, 480 Shrewsbury St. 508-755-1808. Flock Of A-Holes With Dilysi And The Very Small. $7. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-3631888 or facebook.com/pages/Flock-of-Aholes. 18+ College Thursdays. The Canal District’s BIGGEST 18+ College Dance Party Weekly Theme Parties with TONS of Prizes and Giveaways! DJ Nick & DJ U-Kno Blazin 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fusion, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100 or ﬁnd them on facebook. Andy Cummings. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cigar Masters, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035. Audio Wasabi: Brian Chaffee offers up a different musical theme every week. Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122 or myspace.com/audiowasabi. Brooks Milgate Trio! No Cover. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Sean Ryan. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Victory Bar & Cigar, 56 Shrewsbury St. 508-756-4747. The Dive Bar Thursdays. Duncan Arsenault hosts this weekly music series at The Dive Bar, featuring musicians from all genres. 21+, ID required FREE. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Dive Bar, 34 Green St. thedivebarworcester.com. Thursday Night is 18+ Night @ LC’s Lounge W/ Cavan & Guest D.J.’s Every Week. Under 21 $5 21+ FREE. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. LC’s Lounge Live Music / Karaoke, 287 Main St. 508-926-8844. DJ B Pluff. Come and listen to music that you want to hear..... Great dance and party atmosphere No Cover. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. The Days End, 287 Main St., Oxford. Jay Graham Live!. Free. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Funky Murphy’s, The Few, Truth Ending Cycle, Mike Francis,. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508753-9543. Ten Foot Pole Cats. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439.

>Friday 6 Hard Drive Classic Rock Maximized Rhythm And Blues. Kas Bar, Southwest cutoff rte 20. Paul McCartney “Look-A-Like” and Tribute Band “One Sweet Dream” With Guests: Sunlea!. $8. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or hitmixentertainment.com/mccartney.html. Out To Lunch: Summer Concert Series. Kalifa and KolibaAfro Pop Koliba blends the traditional music of West Africa with the

Summer Capoeira in Worcester! Capoeira is a unique Brazilian martial art that combines culture, music, dance, acrobatics and self-defense. Instructor Morcego of Capoeira Luanda holds Capoeira classes at Salsa Storm, 9 Harrison St., Worcester Adult Classes, Thursdays at 7:30 and New! Kids’ Class this summer. Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. starting July 10th and running through August 14th. Ages 6-11 welcome. Also, Free adult Brazilian Classes that get your body moving by combining capoeira, samba, and other popular dances. July 17th and August 21 at 11:00 a.m.

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On Thursday August 5 punk-blues group The Ten Foot Polecats will be filling in for Shane Hall’s usual Thursday night gig at Vincent’s. It will be a “pole cat duo” featuring just Jay Scheffler on vocals and harp and Jim Chilson on guitar. Even with one less polecat, these guys will make you feel like you’ve taken a trip to Mississippi Hill Country for the night, with their heavy roots and blues. It’s a family act at Nick’s on Friday August 6 where Jim Porcella and his daughter Renee Legendre join to play an eclectic mix of jazz and classics. Porcella is no stranger to the Worcester music scene; he released his first CD on Jack Wertheimer’s Worcester/ Brownstone label over 20 years ago. “Performing with my daughter Renee has become one of the great joys of my life. The one thing that we always shared was our mutual love for music and to be able to make music together is just fantastic,” says Porcella. Or you could get to know The Neighbors and some Hot Protestants, two pop-punk/alternative rock groups with a tightly wound sound that immediately draws you in. “Some of our songs get people dancing. Some don’t. Lately we’re trying to make every note count, to have a good, tight sound, strong rhythmically and always with good onstage banter between songs,” says Hot Protestants drummer Joe Cutrufo. They will take the stage at Ralph’s along with Wormtown indie favorite Castine and experimental rockers Eolune. On Saturday August 7 ride the groove train on down to Indian Ranch in Webster to see American band, Grand Funk Railroad. It may not be the original lineup, but they still have all of that original funk from their ’70s glory (and we bet you do too)! The Palladium will be hosting two full days of punk madness, as part of their “Transmission Fest” on Friday and Saturday, with over 40 bands ready to take the stage. Featured acts include Silverstein, Story of the Year and Emery on Friday and The Acacia Strain and Vanna on Saturday. The shows start early, at 1 p.m.; check online at transmissionfest. com for the full lineup.

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contemporary sounds of America. myspace.com/Koliba Free. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Worcester City Hall Common, Front St. 508-7991400, ext. 252 or outtolunchworcester.org. Peanut Butter & Jam in the Park-The Red Riders. Come jump and swing with the Riders and vocalist Tyra Penn. Featuring vintage sounds of the 40s and 50s, the Riders have been included for eleven of our 12 years! Rain location: Elm Draught House Cinema, 35 Elm Street. Free. noon-1 p.m. Asa Waters Mansion, 123 Elm St., Millbury. 508-865-3477. Transmission. Silverstein / Story Of The Year / Emery / We Came As Roman/Dance Gavin Dance / I Set My Friends On Fire / Spose /Stephen Jerzak / A Loss For Words / Sky Eats Airplane / Therefore I Am / Crime In Stereo / The Sleeping / Tigers Jaw / Transit / The Appreciation Post / Close To Home $25 adv. & day. 1 p.m.-midnight Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696. Crazy Dave and Farley!. Downstairs Bar at Ralph’s. 4-8 p.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Outdoor concert: blues/Americana with Jumpin’ Juba. Jumpin’ Juba mixes blues from Chicago, Memphis and New Orleans with roots-y rock & roll, jazz, calypso,& Latin ﬂavors. Their brand-new CD, Slap Happy is their 2nd offering of upbeat, varied blues/roots tunes. stevehurl.com free. 6:30-8 p.m. Murdock Avenue gazebo, junction, Grove and Murdock Sts., Winchendon. 617-416-7039 or stevehurl.com. Susan Werner live in Concert. susanwerner.com $22 Adults, $20 Members, $16 Students. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 135. Charlie Dee. Band Free. 7-11 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Jazzed Up Fridays at Union Station. Featuring Mauro DePasquale, Joe D’Angelo, John Dollar Murzycki and guest artist. Playing American Songbook gems in a great location. Reservations suggested. Return to the golden age of American music and New York style dinning ambiance. no cover. 7-10:30 p.m. Luciano’s Cotton Club, 2 Washington Square. 508-755-6408. Music Concert Series. A weekly outdoor concert featuring ﬁne local, regional and national performing artists. Refreshments, snacks, burgers & dogs, and super premium, all natural ice cream are available in the Country Store. free entrance. 7-8:30 p.m. Sweetwilliam Farm & Country Store, 153 North St., Upton. 508529-2000 or sweetwilliamfarm.biz/id3.html. Outdoor Concert with Alan and The Alligators. If 20% or more chance of rain, event will be inside the VIP Lounge inside the Sturbridge Host, 8:30 PM - 12:30 AM. FREE. 7-11 p.m. Oxhead Tavern, 366 Main St., Sturbridge. 508-347-7393. Bobby Darling Show. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Spruce Street Tavern, 68 Spruce St., Clinton. 978-368-1255. Elin. Blending classic Brazilian and American jazz with fresh new originals, Elin takes you on a journey back in time with her own unique and modern approach, incorporating the sounds of soul, pop and Afro-Cuban rhythms. $18 ($15 Members; $17 Students/ Seniors). 8-11 p.m. Amazing Things Art Center, 160 Hollis St., Framingham. 508-405-2787 or amazingthings.org. Live Brazilian Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Pampas Churrascaria Restaurant, 145 E Central St. 508-757-1070. One Step Further. 8 p.m.-noon Bull Run Restaurant, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311. Open Mic Night. 8 p.m.-midnight Tino’s Pub, 102 Front St., Winchendon. 760-880-1438. Other Place Pub Live Piano Bar. 8-11:30 p.m. The Other Place Pub and Restaurant, 71 Shrewsbury St., Boylston. 508-8696003. Rite Hook. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Tammany Hall, 43 Pleasant St. 508753-7001. Josh Douglass, Eric Hart & Mary Krause. An evening of acoustic and electric music with local singer/songwriters Josh Douglass, Eric Hart & Mary Krause (with perhaps some of their friends). Free. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Hotel Vernon - The Ship Room/Kelley Square Yacht Club, 1 Millbury St. 508-248-0112. Bobby Gadoury Trio. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cigar Masters, 1 Exchange

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Place. 508-459-9035. Chris Reddy Acoustic Loops from Hell. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Boulder Cafe, 880 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-345-0008. DJ Pete the Polock. Classic rock to the Blues. Free. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 3-G’s Sports Bar, The Music Room, 152 Millbury St. 508754-3516. DJ Whiteboi spinning in House. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Mixers Cocktail Lounge, 90 Harding St. 508-762-9499 or mixerscocktaillounge.com. Jim Porcella and daughter Renee Legendre!. No Cover. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Ladies Night - Top 40 Dance Party. Come in and dance the night away with the hottest DJ in the MetroWest Area DJ Bobby B!!! Free. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222 or speakersnightclub.net. Live Music in the Pub - The Granitemen. No Cover. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 508-792-3700 or granitemenmusic.com/index.html. Pete Travisano Duo. free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122 or gardnerale.com. Phantasia Fridays with DJ Tony-T. DJ Tony-T lights up the Fusion Dance Club spinning the HOTTEST Top 40, Mash-Ups and Hip Hop. Lounge opens at 9:00 pm - Dance Club opens at 10:30 pm. Coat Room available with attendant. No Cover Charge. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fusion, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100. Sam James. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Victory Bar & Cigar, 56 Shrewsbury St. 508-756-4747. SnapDaddies. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420. The Ned Lucas Band. Local Blues band! 21+ $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The Cannery, 12 Crane St., Southbridge. 508-764-1100. Touch Too Much & Jaxon Boom. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Red Onion Otter River Hotel, 29 Main St., Baldwinville. 978-939-7373. Hot Protestants, The Neighbors, Castine, Eolune. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543.

>Saturday 7 Hard Drive Classic Rock Maximized Rhythm And Blues. Kas Bar, Southwest cutoff rte 20. Mullethead Returns With Lansdowne, Inner Combustion And Forgo Famine. $7. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or myspace.com/mulletheadsucks. Outdoor Concert with Touched Band. If 20% or more chance of rain, event will be inside the VIP Lounge inside the Sturbridge Host, 8:30 PM - 12:30 AM. FREE. Oxhead Tavern, 366 Main St., Sturbridge. 508-347-7393. Ryan’s Run - Mason Road Band - Wylie & The Boogiemen & Jason James. 9-2 a.m. Red Onion - Otter River Hotel, 29 Main St., Baldwinville. 978-939-7373. B4TF. noon-1 a.m. Tammany Hall, 43 Pleasant St. 508-753-7001. Grand Funk Railroad in Concert Chyldz Play opens. 2-6 p.m. Indian Ranch, 200 Gore Road, Webster. 508-943-3871. Transmission/Special Guest TBA/Vanna. MyChildren MyBride / For The Fallen Dreams / Legend / This Is Hell / Stray From The Path / Reign Supreme / Ice Nine Kills / Lions Lions / Armor For The Broken / I Declare War Across The Sun / With Words / Acaro / Kid Liberty / We Are Defiance / Set Aflame / The Contortionist / Vallon Throw The Fight / Desiccation Sat only $20; Two-Day $45. 2 p.m.-midnight The Palladium, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696. Piano Under The Stars. Enjoy Mixer’s Patio....Featuring Bobby Gadoury on the Piano outside under the stars..... the music of Frank Sinatra and all the old favorites.... 6-10 p.m. Mixers Cocktail Lounge, 90 Harding St. 508-762-9499 or find them on facebook. Pico Canto live Jazz. Pico Canto Jazz duo featuring Mauro DePasquale on Piano, and guest guitarist Joe D’Angelo or Peter DePasquale. Playing beautiful light jazz and original works. No cover. 7-10 p.m. 1790 House Rt 9, Westboro. 508-366-1707. Dana Lewis. Playing the Greatest Hits of the 60’s to the 80’s. Free. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Verona Grille, 81 Clinton St., Shrewsbury. 508-853-9091 or myspace.danalewismusic.com.

Andy Cummings. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Spruce Street Tavern, 68 Spruce St., Clinton. 978-368-1255. Cubist Band. ‘’Cubist’’ World-Rock-Fusion band, founded by world percussionist, Jerry Leake, weaves ancient compositions from African, India, and the Middle East through layers of driving rock, cool groove, ambient, and smokey jazz. $18 ($15 Members; $17 Students/Seniors). 8-11 p.m. Amazing Things Art Center, 160 Hollis St., Framingham. 508-405-2787 or amazingthings.org/ Time To Stop And Smell The Roses (At The Rose Garden) And New Bay Colony. $5. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Rose Garden Restaurant and Pub, 16 Milford St., Upton. 508-5297776 or ﬁnd them on facebook. Auntie Trainwreck. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Beatles For Sale the Tribute. The “Beatles For Sale 2010 Summer Tour” makes a stop at The Grafton Inn. ($5-$7). 9 p.m.12:45 a.m. Grafton Inn, 25 Grafton Cmn, Grafton. 508-839-5931 or thegraftoninn.com. Catch and Release. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420. Eisman Hunter Band. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cigar Masters, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035. Evenspeak. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750. Flashback (from RI). $3 after 9:30pm (subject to change). 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222. Flock of Assholes. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Breakaway Billiards, 104 Sterling St., Clinton. 978-365-6105. Fran Dagostino Band. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Celtic Tavern, 45 Belmont St., Northborough. 508-366-6277. Girl Spot Saturdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Club Gallery, 150 Point St., Providence. 401-751-7166 or myspace.com/girlspotri. Grin Whistle performs. Grin whistle performs free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122 or gardnerale.com Jeri Dimarco Trio!. No Cover. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Seductive Saturdays with DJ Hydro - Top 40. Fusion’s

Lounge opens at 9:00 pm and Dance Club opens at 10:30pm. Coat room with attendant available. No Cover Charge. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fusion, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100. Sparrow. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Hotel Vernon - The Ship Room/Kelley Square Yacht Club, 1 Millbury St. 508-363-3507. Spin Suite Saturdays with DJ Soup. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Bluri Bar & Lounge, 320 Main St. 508-926-8247. Whalebone Farmhouse. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

>Sunday 8 Clint Black in Concert. Don Campbell band opens. 2-6 p.m. Indian Ranch, 200 Gore Road, Webster. 508-943-3871. Robynn McCree. $12 for Regular Admission, $10 for Students/Seniors. 2-4:30 p.m. Calliope Productions Inc, 150 Main St., Boylston. 508-869-6887 or calliopeproductions.org/ robynnmccree.shtm. Jazz on the Patio: Dynamic Duo. 3-7 p.m. Castle Restaurant, 1230 Main St., Leicester. 508-892-8000. Traditional Irish Seisiun. 4-8 p.m. Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre, 19 Temple St. 508-792-3700. The Bobby Gadoury Trio 5pm; Andy Cummings 9pm to Close!. No Cover!. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Dana Lewis Live. 7-10 p.m. Cafe’ Sorrento, 143 Central St., Milford. 508-478-7818 or myspace.com/danalewismusic. Leon Redbone. $28 advance; $32 day of show. 8-11 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets. bullrunrestaurant.com. Music Under the Moose with Danielle Every Sunday. 8 p.m.-midnight Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Josh Briggs Live. Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Funky Murphy’s Bar & Grill, 305 Shrewsbury St. 508-753-2995 or facebook.com/ ﬁveonfriday. Live Band Karaoke every Sunday night with “Same As Never”. Same As Never is looking for a lead singer. Come down and audition for them LIVE on our stage! You could be the next rock star! FREE. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888. Reggae Fusion Sundays with DJ Nick. DJ Nick and Weekly Guest DJ’s spin Reggae, Hip Hop and Top 40 every Sunday. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Fusion, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100.

>Monday 9 Driftin’ Sam Politz 7pm-9pm, Karaoke 9 to Close!. No Cover!. 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Brendan Hogan & Peter Parcek perform. free. 7:30-11 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122 or gardnerale.com. Open Mic Monday Nights at Chuck’s - w/ Bill McCarthy Free!. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Chuck’s Steakhouse, 10 Prospect St., Auburn. 508-832-2553 or myspace.com/ openmicworld.

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Drop Dead, Gorgeous. From First To Last / Sleeping With Sirens / Attila /Abandon All Ships / For All Those Sleeping / Woe Is Me /Scarlett O Hara $15 adv. & day. 5 p.m.-midnight Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696. Jam Night @ LC’s Lounge. Looking to start a Jamm Night @ Lc’s Lounge Any Interest should give Kaz a call @ 508-9268844 FREE. 7-11 p.m. LC’s Lounge Live Music / Karaoke, 287 Main St. 508-926-8844. Open Mic Night w/ Bill McCarthy. Free!. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or MySpace. com/OpenMicWorld. “Totally Tuesdays” Rad tunes in the Diner played every Tuesday Night!. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Big Jon Short. bigjonshort.com no cover. 8-10 p.m. Armsby Abbey, 144 North Main St. 508-795-1012 or armsbyabbey.

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>Wednesday 11 Worcester Organ Concert at Mechanics Hall. This year’s line-up includes: John Baublitz, Katelyn Emerson, Brian Hunt, Griffin McMahon, Jennifer McPherson, and Shane Murphy. The concert begins at 12:00 noon and lasts one hour. Free Admission. noon-1 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-5608. Chris Reddy Acoustic Loops from Hell. 6-8 p.m. Boulder Cafe, 880 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-345-0008. Open Jam Sessions. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Canal Sports Pub, 177179 Millbury St. 508-304-7327. Open Mic Night hosted by Sax Player Joe Ferreira. Dinner is served until 5-9pm. Reservations accepted. 978-5670948 No Cover, Pass the hat for the host. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Harvest Café, 40 Washington St., Hudson. 978-567-0948. Open Mic Night with Bill McCarthy. Free!. 7:30-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or MySpace.com/ OpenMicWorld. Summer Concert Series- Opera Gala. Always a favoritea grand night for singing, with some of the areas best voices and most beautiful music! $10 general admission/ $5 grades 12 and under. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Briarwood Community Center, Briarwood Circle. 508-930-7062 or worcesteroperaworks.com. Banjo Dan and the Mid-nite Plowboys. One of the best-established, most respected acoustic bands in the Northeast. $16 ($13 members; $15 Students/Seniors). 8-11 p.m. Amazing Things Art Center, 160 Hollis St., Framingham. 508-405-2787 or amazingthings.org/frontpage2.asp?DC_ID=1484. Open Mike Night. No Cover Charge. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Firefly’s Framingham, 235 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham. 508-8203333 or fireflysbbq.com. Vincent’s Presents: Tiki Night with Frank & Eric!. Frank and Eric will help you get over the hump every Wednesday with all of your favorite tropical drinks while soaking in special musical guests and movies. 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439. Free Wednesday night Concert series with The Lincoln Bedroom, The Anymen, Chronic Indescision +1. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508363-1888 or myspace.com/luckydogmusichall. Open Mic Night with Sessions Promotions. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. The Raven, 258 Pleasant St. Scott Ricciuti. No Cover!. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Starving Artist Open Mic- Hosted by Josh Briggs and Tony Yodice. Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Jose’ Murphy’s, 97-103 Water St. 508-792-0900. The Wendles, Wrighteous L,. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Wasted Wednesdays with DJ Soup. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Bluri Bar & Lounge, 320 Main St. 508-926-8247.

poetry >Thursday 5 The After 9 Poetry Series. every thursday open mic poetry then either a featured poet or a slam...no cover but there is a hat pass to help pay the feature...21+ 0. 8:30-10 p.m. Hotel Vernon The Ship Room/Kelley Square Yacht Club, 1 Millbury St. 508-3633507 or After9poetry.wordpress.com.

>Sunday 8 SUNDAYS@ONE: Poetry in Flight. Fruitlands Museum will

continue its Sundays@One series with Poetry in Flight, part of the season-long exhibition of art from the Mass Audubon collection, For the Birds. The one-hour event will feature CPC members Polly Brown, Amy Clark, Barb Crane, Linda Hoffman, Barbara Hunter, Joan Kimball, Keith Leonard, Tim Mayo, Mary Taylor and Mary Zoll.. FREE to Members or with Full Museum Admission. CPC Members admitted free.. 1-2 p.m. Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456-3924, ext. 291. The Poets’ Asylum. This week we will hold our first iWPS rep Qualifying Slam . During the month of August the Poets’ Asylum will pick a representative to send to the Individual World Poetry Slam (iWPS) Championships. We will hold two qualifying slams on August 8th and 15th. The top finishers in each qualifier will take part in the Worcester iWPS rep finals on August 29th. poetsasylum.org/ 6-9 p.m. Jumpin’ Juice & Java, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800.

>Monday 9 The Dirty Gerund Poetry Show. Spoken Word Poetry & Music & Surprise Ruckus blend together to create an eclectic, dynamic show that ain’t your grandma’s poetry reading. Open Mic, Comedy Shtick, Special Featured Performers, Poets On Tour, Snack Time and prizes for demented variations on poetry challenges! Hosted by Alex Charalambides and Nick Davis. Music by Worcester Favorites, Shane Hall & the Ticklebomb Orchestra!. 9-11 p.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543 or dirtygerund.com.

outdoors >Friday 6 Neighborhood Nature on the Water at Green Hill Park. Join the fun in our canoes and learn about the wildlife that depend upon this park. We provide canoes, paddles, personal ﬂotation vests, and basic canoeing instruction. Swimming skills are required. An adult must accompany all participants under 18 years. 6+. 508.753.6087. Free. 2-5 p.m. Green Hill Park, Green Hill Parkway.

Tuesday Tuesday Volunteer Days at Wachusett Meadow. Learn about nature as you assist with a variety of property, maintenance, and ecological management projects such as gardening, buildings and grounds work, trail clearing, wildlife monitoring, and animal care. Independent, seasonal projects are also available. Projects are primarily outside, but inside projects are sometimes needed. Ability to work without supervision required. For ages 16 and older. Come once or every week, and become part of our growing group of volunteers. Free. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mass Audubon: Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary, 113 Goodnow Road, Princeton. 978-464-2712.

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Worcester Shakespeare Festival Through August 20. The 7th annual Worcester Shakespeare Festival presents The Taming of the Shrew performed by the Worcester Shakespeare Company in two versions -- one featuring traditional (male/female) casting and one featuring Elizabethan (all-male) casting. For more information or to buy tickets online, visit worcestershakespearecompany.org. $15 (Student/ Senior), $20 (General Admission). 6-8:30 p.m. Green Hill Park, Memorial Grove Amphitheather, Skyline Drive. worcestershakespearecompany.org.

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Open Mike Comedy - Through Sunday, November 11. Hosted by a variety of local comedians under the leadership of Andy Paquette. Worcester’s longest running open mic attracts regional talent and newcomers. 100’s of aspiring comedians have bared their wares in front of this supportive and simpathetic crowd. Well known as the breeding grounds for local talent it has produced many known and not to be known comedians. Fear not! Your Sense of Pride. 7-9 p.m. 3-G’s Sports Bar, The Music Room, 152 Millbury St. Call 508-754-3516. The Sexiest Show in Town - Through May 24. Come laugh with some of the best comics from the Worcester and New England area. Hosted by Shaun Connolly. Buy a pitcher, get a FREE pizza! Every 2nd and 4th Monday! Free. 8-10 p.m. The Center Bar and Grille, 102 Green St. Robynn McCree - Friday, August 6 - Saturday, August 7. $12 for Regular Admission, $10 for Students/Seniors. 7:30-10 p.m. Calliope Productions Inc, 150 Main St., Boylston. Call 508-8696887 or visit calliopeproductions.org.

dance >Friday 6 Ballroom & Latin Dance Lounge. $15pp. 7-11 p.m. American Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio, Maironis Park, 52 South Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury. 508-925-4537 or americanballroomlatin.com/group_classes.php. Advanced Swing. Couples and singles welcomed! This class will build upon the basic fundamentals of East Coast Swing. More intricate patterns will be covered along with more complex technique. A working knowledge of Swing is strongly recommended. $50 monthly membership includes all classes. 7:15-8:15 p.m. Poise, Style, and Motion, 97 Webster St. 508752-4910. Beginner Foxtrot. Come learn the basics of the American

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>Saturday 7 Intermediate Bolero. Singles and Couples welcomed! Like the Rumba, Bolero evolved as a Spanish/African dance but is much slower in rhythm. Some say this dance is the ideal dance of love as there is smooth movement between the partners as well slight rise and fall. $50 monthly membership includes all classes. midnight-1 p.m. Poise, Style, and Motion, 97 Webster St. 508-752-4910.

>Tuesday 10 Quickstep Classes (Int-Adv). Discover Quickstep with other Singles & Couples for 6 weeks. This fast version form of Foxtrot blossomed in 1925 with the inﬂuence of the Charleston by eliminating the kicks and introducing it as a progressive dance. $50pp. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. American Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio, Maironis Park, 52 South Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury. 508925-4537 or americanballroomlatin.com. Open Bronze Tango Classes (Int-Adv). Learn with other Singles & Couples for 6 weeks. $50pp. 8-9 p.m. American Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio, 52 South Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury. 508-925-4537 or americanballroomlatin.com.

>Wednesday 11 Salsa Classes (Int). Learn with other Singles & Couples for 6 weeks. $50pp. 6-7 p.m. American Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio, Maironis Park, 52 South Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury. 508925-4537 or americanballroomlatin.com.

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NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR Docket No. WO10P2252EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508)831-2200 In the Estate of: Michael E Girouard Late of: Millbury, MA 01527 Date of Death: 03/27/2010 to all persons interested in the above captioned estate, a petition has been presented requesting that Russell Girouard of Rutland, MA or some other suitable person be appointed administrator of said estate to serve Without Surety. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEFORE TEN Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 08/17/2010. WITNESS, Hon. Denise L. Meagher, First Justice of the Court. Date: July 23, 2010 Stephen Abraham Register of Probate

NOTICE OF PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL Docket No. WO10P2217EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608 (508)831-2200 In the Estate of: Charles Ayler Late of: Worcester, MA 01602 Date of Death: 06/17/2009 to all persons interested in the above captioned estate, a petition has been presented requesting that a document purporting to be copy of the last will of said decedent be proved and allowed that Theresa Ayler of Worcester, MA be appointed executor/trix named in the will to serve Without Surety. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEFORE TEN Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 08/17/2010 In addition you must file a written affidavit of objections to the petition, stating specific facts and grounds upon which the objection is based, within (30) days after the return day (or such other time as the court, on motion with notice to the petitioner, may allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. WITNESS, Hon. Denise L Meagher, First Justice of this Court. Date: July 20, 2010 Stephen Abraham Register of Probate

NOTICE OF PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL Docket No. WO10P2319EA Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Worcester Probate and Family Court 225 Main Street Worcester, MA 01608 (508)831-2200 In the Estate of: Mary C Boliver Late of: Millbury, MA 01527 Date of Death: 05/17/2010 To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, a petition has been presented requesting that a document purporting to be the last will of said decedent be proved and allowed and that Leo G Boliver of Millbury, MA be appointed executor/trix, named in the will to serve Without Surety. IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT: Worcester ON OR BEORE TEN Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON: 08/24/2010 In addition, you must file a written affidavit of objections to the petition, stating specific facts and grounds upon which the objection is based, within (30) days after the return day (or such other time as the court, on motion with notice to the petitioner, may allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. WITNESS, Hon. Denise L. Meagher, First Justice of said Court. Date: July 28, 2010 Stephen G. Abraham Register of Probate

TOWN OF MILLBURY MILLBURY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE In accordance with Chapter 41 of the Massachusetts General Laws, Section 81-T, the Millbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 16, 2010 at 7:15 p.m. in the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street, Millbury, MA on the application of Paul J. Valois, property located at 54 and 58 South Oxford Road, Millbury, Massachusetts, for a Definitive Subdivision Plan, resulting in a property transfer owing to a shift in an interior lot line. No new lots will be created. The plan is available for inspection in the Planning Board office. Anyone wishing to be heard on this application should appear at the time and place designated above. Richard Gosselin Chairman

TOWN OF SUTTON PLANNING BOARD & DEPARTMENT Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of Section VI.L of the Sutton Zoning Bylaw - Accessory Apartments Bylaw, the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the application of Harold Blaue, 69 Lincoln Road, Sutton, MA for a Special Permit to create an 848 s.f. accessory apartment at this location. The hearing will be held in the third floor meeting room at the Town Hall on Monday, August 23, 2010 at 7:30 P.M. A copy of the plans and application can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours. Tomm Connors, Chairman

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WHA CONTRACT NO. IFB WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY INVITATION FOR BIDS Sealed bids for a Cast Iron or Steel Bathtub Refinishing Contract for One Year at Various Federal and State projects of the WHA, with Option by WHA to renew for two additional one year periods, will be received at the Purchasing Department office of the Worcester Housing Authority, 69 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605, telephone (508) 635-3203, until 11am on August 31, 2010. Envelopes containing proposals must be plainly marked as a Sealed Proposal and with the due date and time for proposals. Specifications, plans, and copies of the contract documents to be used, including the instructions to bidders, may be obtained in advance at the office of the Authority, or may be requested from the Authority by mail. The estimated cost of this contract is $30,000 to $35,000 per year. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid deposit in the form of a bid bond, cash, or certified check on, or a treasurer’s or cashier’s check issued by, a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the Worcester Housing Authority, in the amount of 5% of the one-year contract Base Bid Proposal Amount. A Performance Bond and a Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the one-year Base Bid Proposal Amount, will be required of the successful bidder upon the signing of the contract. Insurance certificates indicating coverage for public liability, property damage, and workmen’s compensation, in accordance with the contract requirements, must be filed by the successful bidder upon the signing of the contract. The bidder must comply with the schedule of minimum wage rates established by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Industries or by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, for the contract work, as list of which is included in the contract documents. Attention is called to the equal employment opportunity conditions of the contract documents. Bidders should plan to establish a minimum goal of 20% of the one year Base Bid Proposal price for the procurement of services/supplies from SOMWBA-Certified Minority Business Enterprises. A pre-bid conference will be held at 9 AM on Tuesday August 17, 2010 in the Conference Room at 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA. at which time prospective bidders will be invited to visit the project site(s) with a Worcester Housing Authority representative. Failure to attend or visit the premises shall be no defense in failure to perform contract terms. The Authority reserves the right to reject any and all bids, wholly or in part, to waive informalities or irregularities in the bids, and to make awards in a manner deemed in the best interest of the Authority and the public. Award of a contract is subject to approval by the WHA Executive Director. For the Worcester Housing Authority Brian E. Bigelow, C.P.O. Publication Date: August 5, 2010

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representatives and called the governor and said we don’t want decontamination sites sitting right on our ocean side. Sometimes there was some push back when they saw our decon sites right in their nice bay view.

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There was minimal impact on the shores despite that one pelican you keep seeing over and over and over again in the media. There was minimal impact despite that it was the largest spill in U.S. history.

chaos with more on the chaos and then the organization comes. But from the 60 days when I was there things just got better and better.

He said if it hits our boat we may go below but we will survive.

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What is it like out there? Is it a little like organized chaos? It is exactly organized

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