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ometimes it’s hard to tell if the exception to the rule is the exception, or well, the rule. In the case of downtown Worcester, for decades the rule has been that the area’s been empty of patrons and tenants, with companies and employees fleeing buildings embroiled in zoning, permitting and code nightmares.

But, as we’ve become accustomed to pointing out in this paper over the past two years, enough of a pattern has emerged to show a bucking of the trend. CitySquare, for one, has brought some commercial optimism to where a shuttered mall once stood, and North Main Street is seeing progress with renovations to the old vocational school. In between, the Worcester Business Development Corporation has grand plans for the Telegram and Gazette complex and Harvard-Pilgrim plans to compete with Fallon not only for insurance coverage, but for who has the more visible downtown office space. Commerce Bank has joined the revitalization party too, taking a signature building and promising reinvestment for 390 Main St. With these victories for the downtown, why does the ghost-town tag still exist?

Main Street has some issues hindering this revitalization, which we examine in this week’s cover story. Change always comes slow, but that makes it all the more frustrating when it’s so close.

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A weekly quality of life check-in of Worcester

Occupy group finds solidarity with anti foreclosure movement Jeremy Shulkin

The Fire Alarm and Telegraph Building, an Elm Park staple that’s fallen into disrepair, finds Spencer Savings Bank as a new owner and rehabber. +3

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member of the Worcester Anti-Foreclosure Team. “When they do know they have rights, they stand and fight.”

The Traviesos found out about WAFT – a kind of support group for foreclosed-on homeowners that fights to keep mortgage payers on their property – a week before their house was scheduled for auction.

“Some of the stories are identical to us,” says Pablo.

“Same people, same banks,” adds Shirley.

In the past year, WAFT’s methods have

whatever they want whether it’s legal or not.” One specific example happened in Massachusetts recently, when a judge ruled a family couldn’t be foreclosed on before a certain date, but the mortgaging bank still scheduled their house for auction prematurely.

WAFT says banks actually benefit from their activism, since foreclosing cuts out revenue they would gain by refinancing mortgages or keeping homeowners in the building as tenants.

“They lose a lot by foreclosing. It’s not

ablo and Shirley Travieso bought the house at 24 Illinois St. in 2005 took out more than $240,000 in mortgages, and spent thousands more updating the backyard, laying bricks and A temporary home for SMOC’s Triage landscaping. and Assessment homeless shelter hits The Traviesos, however, agreed to an a snag after residents near the Ana Adjustable Rate Mortgage, and eventually, Maria Rest Home object not only to the they say, their monthly rate jumped building, but to not being told about the from 5.75 percent to 8.75 percent. There plan before the lease was signed. A major were some modifications along the way, communication breakdown on the hands but nothing that BRITTANY DURGIN of SMOC and the City. -3 tangibly lowered their payments.

Burncoat Street Preparatory School Eventually, the joins Union Hill and Chandler Elementary family found as low performing level 4 schools. Just themselves in give all the students uniforms and they’ll foreclosure. be fine, right? -3 During this time period the Traviesos Worcester Public Schools weren’t the only Superintendent Melinda Boone awarded ones struggling over a three-year contract extension, hopefully what to do with the bringing some stability back to the top of house – the banks the school system. +1 apparently didn’t know either, as the Worcester State University gets the mortgage changed go-ahead for a $45.5 million athletic and ownership multiple health sciences center. Now more people times. might go see those thrilling WSU vs.

“Bank of Wheaton basketball games. +2 America. [Bank of] New York Mellon.

Abby’s House becomes one of 51 Watermelon. We shelters in the US (and the only one don’t know,” Pablo in the state) to receive a full paint job half-joked while courtesy of Benjamin Moore’s “Color standing outside his Care Across America” initiative. house on November The shelter was chosen by the US 5 – the day Bank of Conference of Mayors. +1 America, acting as Chris Horton of WAFT leading chant before auction began an executor, sent an The statewide unemployment rate auctioneer to bid the remained at 7.3 percent in October, a good process for them, but they do it house. “It’s gone through so many banks.” worked. Using a mix of legal knowledge, but grew by 10,800 jobs between anyway,” Ross says. populist organizing, and the banks’ and 24 Illinois Street itself became a sort September and October. A little slow, but of local protest piece earlier in the year, While multiple stories emerge from foreclosure mills’ own court-ruled shady we’ll take it. 0 one bank auction – particularly at 24 practices against them, the organization thanks to some of Pablo’s handiwork.

Illinois Street where the foreclosing bank has stalled dozens of local foreclosure With a bucket of black paint, he scrawled Worcester Congressman Jim assigned Bank of America to execute the auctions, kept mortgage payers in their “Bank of America didn’t help us. Bank McGovern introduces a congressional foreclosure, who then hired a legal firm homes and engaged more citizens in a 1,000,000, family 0” on one side of the amendment and online petition to to do the work, who hired an auctioneer process that’s mostly controlled by banks, structure. On the other, “Bank strung us “restore people’s rights” meant to and sent someone else to bid on the lawyers and the court system. along. No modification. Thanks.” Photos overturn the recent Citizens United house on behalf of Bank of America – “When we go to auctions we usually appeared on blogs and in Worcester Mag’s v. FEC Supreme Court ruling, local auctioneers have seen echoes of know what our legal argument is along 1,001 Words feature. which, among other problems, gives the populist auction blockades seen in with our options,” says WAFT organizer “People don’t know they have rights corporations the same right to donate to Grace Ross. “[Banks] are so used to doing [as homeowners]” says Chris Horton, a continued on page 6 politicians as people. The easy(iest) part is introducing it. The hard part will be getting US reps and senators on board. +2, with more to come if it passes.

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A private education Independent schools adapt in a tight economy Jacquelyn Gutc

“A major effect of the bad economy of the last three years has been more attention to increase financial aid for hile the recession has shuttered students and families that are having local businesses and institutions throughout the area, independent trouble,” explains Morse, who says financial-aid assistance has been schools in the Worcester area have not increased from 17 percent for every dollar only survived, they’re thriving. But, it in 2008 to 22 percent this year. Even so, hasn’t been an easy task. he admits that there are still students who Officials at Worcester Academy, are turned away.

Notre Dame Academy of Worcester, “The financial aid comes out of the Bancroft School and St. Mark’s School operating budget, so we can’t just give out in Southborough are working hard as much as we want,” he says, adding that to maintain enrollment numbers. about 34 percent of the school’s students Remarkably, they haven’t cut pay, staff used aid in 2008, versus 39 percent now, or programs, and they continue to meet making it more than one student out donation goals. of every three that get a portion of the “During this recession, we did not $4 million the have to let one school allocates. employee go because “We do lose some of the economy EDUCATE US WHEN YOU and we never had COMMENT ON THIS STORY AT students.”

Matthew to freeze salaries,” WORCESTERMAG.COM Barone, director says Dexter Morse, of marketing and head of Worcester communications Academy, noting that at Bancroft, says the school increased the school could not afford large salary financial aid from $1.2 million for the increases. “I think it made everybody 2008-09 school year to $1.5 million for more prudent about cutting waste out of 2009-10 and $1.6 million for 2010-11. their budget. The biggest challenge for Despite tough times, the community has the school is to sustain the fact that we’re still found ways to help. affordable, and good, strong middle-class When Notre Dame put an addition on one families can still send their kids here.” of its buildings in 2009, the funds for the Charles Greene, director of communications and marketing at St. Mark’s, project were entirely from donations, says Sister Ann Morrison, principal. The school says the recession was “an opportunity to do also exceeded its goal, launched in 2008, some belt-tightening.” According to Greene, to raise $250,000 for a new chapel which 10 percent of operations costs were cut. The was built to mark the 140th anniversary of school looked at ways to make everything Sisters of Notre Dame’s teaching presence in from communications to lawn-cutting more Worcester County in 2012. affordable.

Barone says Bancroft saw a 6 percent While none of the schools saw notable rise in donations from parents and alumni enrollment declines, all four are in this year, to more than $403,400. Overall agreement that the biggest challenge has giving to the school was up 71 percent, to been increasing financial aid to assist students who are in need. continued on page 6

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“It’s an encouraging sign for us,” he says. “People have been willing to give a little more because they believe in us and they know we need it.”

Not to be outdone, Worcester Academy went public in October with a campaign to raise $50 million, after $32 million of the goal had been reached. Morse says it was prompted by a private donor who said he’d give $15 million if the school would do a campaign for more. He expects the goal to be met within the next three-five years.

Strong relationships with alumni, parents and the community are key reasons the schools have had successful fundraisers. Many have also looked outside of the area to attract students who want a private education for a lessexpensive price tag than what Boston schools charge or whose families may be more likely to afford it.

And while Worcester Academy has hired Corey McPherson Nash to handle its $50 million OnWard campaign using print, video and the Web, Greene points to the rise of social media as a major factor in helping get the word out about St. Mark and to nab their donations.

“Social media has increasingly become a part of what we’re doing, and we’re realizing people are looking for a conversation, particularly around something as important as the decision of where you’re sending your children to school,” Greene says, noting that it’s also a way for alumni to stay connected to the school.

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rural areas during the Great Depression, when neighbors would buy a house in foreclosure in order to keep the owner on the property, or intimidate potential buyers from scooping it up at a reduced price.

“This is not the first time as a society we’ve been through this,” says Ross.

At 24 Illinois St. a crowd of nearly two dozen arrived with signs, chanting “Up with the people, down with the bankers,” and “These are our homes,” drowning out the auctioneer’s pages of legal jargon and Bank of America’s $80,000 bid.

WAFT has gotten a hand from other organizations like Community Realty and even sympathetic auctioneers, but most recently Occupy Worcester activists have identified a common cause with the group.

Matthew Lavergne says while Occupy Wall Street has taken its protest to the heart of the country’s financial sector, Occupy movements in places like Worcester are where “communities are bearing the results of the problem.”

“This is what you get when you have big banks and businesses who don’t give a shit about small communities,” says Lavergne.

A few WAFT organizers overlap with Occupy Worcester’s first supporters, and at early Occupy Worcester general assemblies, WAFT members suggested they and Occupy had a shared goal of helping people stay in their homes, particularly when banks and foreclosure mills have been documented by courts around the country for deceitful practices like robo-signing documents, losing track of property titles and prematurely evicting families. In the case of 24 Illinois St., the mix-and-match of banks and agents working on behalf of banks only proves their point.

“At the end of the day those processes make it harder to get something done,” says Lavergne. “How do you feel like you’re involved in that [as a homeowner] if you don’t even know what’s going on?”

The Travieso home now sits in a sort of limbo. Bank of America put in a bid, but Ross is optimistic they can convince the bank to come to terms with the Traviesos rather than reselling or re-auctioning it.

On the other hand, when dealing with the financial sector in this economy, nothing’s ever certain.

“They’re willing to lose more money in the future than they are willing to save today,” says Ross.

Lavergne says that at the very least, WAFT at least shows people are standing up for others. “It’s a really heart-warming thing having a homeowner thank you at the end of the day,” he says.

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Rumors persist that Tornadoes CEO Todd Breighner is frantically trying to raise new capital investment in the team. Bills remain from the 2011 season and the investments in the ďŹ eld at Holy Cross have not translated into consistently growing attendance. While city and Holy Cross ofďŹ cials admit to the team’s ďŹ nancial precariousness, those spoken to (asking for or offered anonymity) said they’ve stabilized some sponsorships and are “doing better.â€? “Everybody says ‘I don’t think they’re going anywhere,’â€? says one Holy Crosser who asked around on behalf of Worcester Mag. “They seem to be talking about the future.â€? According to the Can Am independent baseball league’s website, the Tornadoes pulled in 84,000 fans in 2011 — down from 88,500 in 2010, but good enough for fourth place in the eight-team league. Those numbers were nowhere close to the top three, though: Quebec (149,000), Rockland (123,000) and Brockton (94,000).

The Tornadoes’ ofďŹ ce did not return Worcester Mag phone calls.

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gaming bill passed through the House last week, along with it came Worcester senators Harriette Chandler’s and Michael Moore’s amendment aimed at protecting small municipal and nonproďŹ t theatres like the Hanover. As stipulated in the bill, 2 percent of annual gaming revenues will be set aside in a “cultural mitigation fund,â€? from which the as-yet undetermined Gaming Commission will dole out 75 percent to small theatres. The other quarter will go to the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Other stipulations in the amendment include a mandate that casino license holders must meet with regional theaters to talk about ticket prices, schedules and other relevant booking issues, and not allowing casino theaters to be built with a capacity between 1,000 and 3,500 seats. “I think we’ve done everything we can to provide some sense of security for the theaters,â€? said Chandler. “It was a major concern that we protect Hanover Theatre.â€?

DPW workers spent last week propping up the metal “Wâ€?s crafted by Worcester Tech students and faculty that lit up downtown last winter. While last year’s display was nothing short of surprising and spectacular, 50 more have been added to the 100 that went up in 2010 – all funded by private donations. The idea for the streetscaping ďŹ rst appeared last year as a sketch on a napkin by City Manager Michael O’Brien.

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SIGNAGE SAGA COMES TO AN END: Steve Quist — better known as

“Qâ€? on the internet, radio and WCCA — garnered some attention during campaign season by scofďŹ ng at the city’s new sign ordinance and displaying about 200 square feet of candidate endorsements around his yard and attached to his house. The city sent him a cease-anddesist order and in the weeks leading up to November 5, Quist paid a couple hundred dollars in ďŹ nes and retained a lawyer for a potential suit charging an infringement on his freedom of speech. The whole saga took a new turn last week when a letter from the city’s Inspectional Services department said their previous letter – the one that said Quist was out of compliance – was “erroneously issuedâ€? and that he was not in violation of the signage ordinance. “That, to me, is capitulation,â€? said a surprised Quist. “It’s a win.â€? Which means as the high-proďŹ le 2012 election season kicks off, with just a quick drive past June Street, you can bet you’ll know exactly who Quist will be voting for. Due to an early press day this week, Inspectional Services could not be contacted before deadline.

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The problem with all of Government, both local and federal is the bureaucracy. Everyone wants to believe “representatives” are the answer when I feel as if they are the problem for the most part. Maybe if these elected officials exposed their existence, went to community programs and edifices to talk to the students themselves about the importance of a vote and how they are affected by other peoples decisions and behaviors. Much more would get accomplished. Stop under estimating the student body.

Go to the Middle schools and high schools and ask the students affected if they believe they are getting a quality education, ask them what they’d change and wouldn’t change. Teachers should be encouraging students via homework to learn about who is running for local office and school committees. Make the students learn their platforms and support and challenge the ideas of these candidates.

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Nuciforo’s annoucement that he would run against outgoing Rep. John Olver did not sit well with Amherst state Sen. Stan Rosenberg (an Olver protege) who fixed Nuciforo’s wagon by making him run against Neal and his $2.3 million warchest. While McGovern picked up some Reagan Democrat towns in the Blackstone Valley, that vote will be more than offset by the Happy Valley communities in Franklin and Hampshire Counties including the People’s Republics of Amherst and Northampton. Serving on the Agriculture Committee is a HUGE asset for McGovern now that he will be representing places like Hatfield, Sunderland and Whatley, the “Iowa of Massachusetts”, home to the state’s best farmland.

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Talking turkey about the municipal elections Gary Rosen

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or most of the year, I have been opining about Worcester’s ho-hum city-council and schoolcommittee elections. Now that they are over, it’s not surprising that I am having withdrawal symptoms. So before I return to writing about the city’s second-rate artificial Christmas tree or our mythical ice-skating rink on the common, I provide this one final dose of local-election commentary.

Even on a warm sunny day, 80 percent of Worcester registered voters stayed home. But that’s a good thing if you agree with Winston Churchill who said, “The best argument against democracy is a fiveminute conversation with the average voter.”

As usual, those who did vote talked “change,” but generally voted the same old, same old. Fourteen of the 17 council and school-committee incumbents were re-elected (assuming school-board member Mary Mullaney retains her two-vote win over Donna Calorio). Tony Economou and Sarai Rivera replace Joff Smith and Barbara Haller respectively. And George Russell fills the huge shoes of Paul Clancy who gave up the District-3 seat that was his for life.

Our new mayor and top at-large vote-getter, Joe Petty (of Worcester/Boston), ran a smart, focused and

effective six-week campaign. Thankfully the election of this sensible and reasonable man will put a stop to the ultra-liberal pablum that’s been spewing out of the mayor’s office for the past two years.

Petty, who proposed a shallow education plan during the mayoral campaign, will have his hands full as chairman of what has been a leaderless and divided school committee under the present mayor.

Petty should schedule a school-committee retreat at which all members will be given a refresher course on their role and responsibilities with emphasis on cooperation and civility. And now that superintendent Melinda Boone has a contract extension through June 2015, board members and Boone critics Dianna Biancheria, Tracy Novick and Brian O’Connell need to heed Kenny Rogers’ words in the “The Gambler”--“You got to know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em.”

The addition of two realtors in Economou and Russell will add a business perspective to the city council during this time of new property assessments and uncertain residential and commercial real-estate taxes. It’s unlikely that these two will support the lowest tax rate for homeowners. That will please the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce continued on next page

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Another businessman, Steve Buchalter, who advocated for lower taxes instead of a lower tax rate, was disappointed in his second straight seventh place ďŹ nish in the at-large council race. However, that ďŹ rst runnerup position could pay off because the hot political rumor is that an at-large councilor will be relinquishing his council seat if an expected job opportunity materializes.

In any case, the city council will miss the knowledge, experience and wisdom of both Paul Clancy and Barbara Haller. Hopefully the three new district councilors have what it takes to ďŹ ll that void. We the people wish our elected ofďŹ cials Godspeed and simply ask them to avoid picking our pockets during the next two years.

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and frustrate Gary Vecchio and his Shrewsbury Street Neighborhood Association.

The biggest election surprise was Rivera’s emphatic victory over popular and highly effective District 4 councilor Barbara Haller. But it wasn’t the issues or Haller’s record that defeated the incumbent. She simply was outworked. Rivera and her skillful army of volunteers (including Neighbor to Neighbor) ran a smarter, more visible and vocal campaign. With the emphasis on “potential and possibilities and not plight and despair,â€? the Rivera campaign identiďŹ ed new voters and delivered them to the polls.

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{ coverstory } “They’re all empty,” says Bastounis of the locations he scouted, one hadn’t had a tenant in over two years. But, he adds, property owners told him it was for his own good.

Bastounis is new to Worcester, having moved here from Queens, N.Y., in April, but he’s an old hand when it comes to running a café: he was assistant manager at the Atrium Café at New York City’s Onassis Cultural Center.

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A funny thing happened to George Bastounis on his way to opening a café on either OCCUPY WORCESTER, Main Street or Franklin Street: PLEASE According to a Worcester downtown Regional Research Bureau property report released last month, Bastounis – an entrepreneur owners with ready to move downtown isn’t someone downtown available space –property owners want to pushed him turn away, mostly because downtown tenants have away. spent the last decade

leaving the area.

Since 2006, the amount of square footage occupied by leased retail or office space has dropped from 89 percent to 71 percent. Class-A type buildings—space that’s new or recently renovated—has dropped from 91 percent to 84 percent in the same time period. Class B has gone from 89 percent to 74 percent. The report also found that 21 buildings in the downtown area have 10,000 or more square feet empty.

Roberta Schaefer, president and CEO of the Worcester Regional Research Bureau, says the poor economy is only partially to blame.

“Clearly, the recession has taken its toll,” she says, but admits other factors come into play.

“There have been no new [commercial] buildings built since 1990,” Schaefer continues, adding that the demand has simply been low for this type of building. “You have to have a big enough population that’s working downtown and actually in the street.”

Others say downtown has had odds stacked against it for years now.

“It’s certainly not a central location for a lot of businesses,” offers David Begelfer, CEO of NAIOP Massachusetts, a commercial real estate development

association.

Begelfer says that companies like to be around other “like-minded” companies, which explains the number of banks and buildings formerly owned by banks that line Main Street, making it difficult to attract new tenants coming from newer job sectors. Case in point: Worcester created an entirely new cluster of buildings to attract life science and biotech companies.

“It’s more of a growth from within” happening in Worcester, he says.

More start-ups or existing businesses expanding, rather than companies moving shop. “Attracting other new clusters is a very difficult thing for any area.”

There have been some signs of life bucking the trend. City officials have heaped praise on the Mayo Group’s renovation of the Bancroft building, creating hundreds of residential units on Franklin Street, and Massachusetts College of Pharmacy’s expansion in both area and student population has some hoping downtown will feel younger and more vibrant.

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A little more than two years ago the signature curved building on the corner of Main and Front streets had fallen into disrepair, with only a fraction of the space used by – or even suitable for – commercial leases.

According to Branca, the former landlord bought the building “two realestate booms ago” as an investment, but split her years shuttling between Boston and China. “It is not a building conducive to absentee landlordship,” he notes.

After J&M Batista took over, Branca says the building became unsafe for tenants and the heating system was so poor that it was “actually costing us money to keep tenants in the building.”

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Even before the corner’s grand opening last week, J&M Batista was rewarded for its efforts when Harvard-Pilgrim Health Care announced it was expanding into Worcester and using Harrington Corner as its flagship office space.

“They liked the historic integrity of the building,” says Branca.

Just two weeks before the opening of Harrington Corner’s revamped upstairs (the Dunkin Donuts on the corner has been there since the purchase), Commerce Bank announced its purchase of the Slater building at 390 Main Street, an investment that in a press release City Manager Michael O’Brien called “a game-changer in our continued efforts to revitalize and reinvigorate our downtown.”

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Commercial real estate firm Kelleher & Sadowsky serves as the leasing agent for nearly 500,000 square feet of vacant space downtown, and knows why certain properties have held tenants while others haven’t.

“The way you run and manage the building has a direct impact on your wallet in Worcester,” says Jim Umphrey, a principal at the firm. The building owners that have made elevator improvements, security detail and lobby renovations, “those are the buildings that have been leasing.”

Befelger agrees: “Lobbies are an important first step. You see a lot of that being done right now.”

Of course, economically speaking, it’s not always that straightforward.

“It should be acknowledged that the cost of maintenance and rehabilitation in these old buildings can be considerable,” concluded the Worcester Regional Research Bureau report. “According to the owner of one large office building dating to this era, annual upkeep requires expenditure of over a million dollars.”

“If you’re going to [rehab a building] you need to get a certain amount of rent to justify it,” says Umphrey, or, “you can throw a bunch of Band-Aids and bubble gum on it.”

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occupancy rate now isn’t high enough for building owners to justify rent increases.

“An 80 percent occupancy market is not enough to show increased rent,” considers Begelfer.

Schaefer says even when the city had near 90 percent occupancy in Class-A buildings at the beginning of the decade, some owners still weren’t investing in building upkeep like they should have.

“Obviously the city can’t force them to [make investments]. There are limits to what the city can do,” she says, adding that sometimes government grant money comes with strings that hinder investment as well, like federal mandates that owners pay prevailing wage. They do the math and figure they’ll save more money by not taking advantage of improvement programs.

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Begelfer says that might not be so important as long as whoever owns the building has access to funds. “A lot has to do with [the owner’s] ďŹ nancial position,â€? he says. “The question always comes back to ‘Who has access to capital?’â€?

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Herbert Ingram and the estate of Irene Roberts, all minority stakeholders in various Commerce Associates properties, they charge that “the fair market value of the Properties has decreased substantially, both due to market conditions in general and the physical deterioration and increased vacancy…in particular.”

In her rebuttal affidavit, Janet Krock argued that the agency charged with finding buyers said “investors lost interest because of the anticipated cost of refurbishing the buildings due to their age and condition.” One offer rejected by Commerce Associates included $1 million held back “to fund immediate capital repairs.”

With Commerce Bank’s purchase of the Slater Building, parts of that lawsuit have already been settled with the minority owners getting a cut of the deal.

A source close to the litigation believes a settlement for the other two buildings and various parking lots is near as well.

(Lawyers for the Krock family did not return phone calls and an email. Michael Angelini, attorney for the plaintiffs, had no comment.) Marcus had no comment on his properties.

But it reveals that the downtown buildings’ quality have had a direct impact on their vacancy rates, which in

turn impacts their rent prices, economic spin-off and the perception that a oncebustling area of the city is close to empty on a day-to-day basis.

“Why are they not [reinvesting]?

They’re just guessing the return isn’t enough to make it worthwhile,” Schaefer suggests.

Other factors come into play as well.

“You always kind of have to go back to parking,” says Umphrey. Branca agrees The cost of parking in the area may have cost Main Street another tenant just last week, as Davis Advertising left 306 Main Street for a newly constructed 15,000 foot space on Grafton Street.

Sources say the move was driven by the appealing economics of a mortgage vs. rent, an inefficient spread of employees over more than one building, and employee parking costs that topped $50,000 per year. Davis could not be reached before press time.

THE GOOD NEWS It’s not all doom and gloom for downtown’s prospects.

Aside from Harrington Corner, Commerce

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College of Pharmacy and the Worcester Business Development Corporation’s purchase of the Telegram and Gazette property on Franklin Street, some numbers show the area still has some economic spark.

For example, despite growing vacancy rates, the Worcester Regional Research Bureau found that the state’s Department of Revenue valued downtown properties at nearly $1.5 billion in fiscal year 2011, up about $22 million from 2008.

And comparatively speaking, Worcester’s occupancy has held considerably better than the area along the I-495 corridor, MetroWest, and Boston (except the Back Bay area).

“The class-A market has held fairly strong, showing that people are looking for value,” says Worcester’s Director of Economic Development Tim McGourthy.

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The holiday season is all about tradition, from that special dessert your grandmother makes only once a year to making the rounds to visit loved ones on Christmas Eve. Families around the world count seeing “The Nutcracker” ballet among their most cherished traditions, and thanks to Ballet Arts Worcester, along with the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, Worcester residents won’t have to venture farther than our own Hanover Theatre to relive the magic.

This November marks Ballet Arts Worcester’s fourth year performing “The Nutcracker” at the Hanover Theatre. The show’s success is surely owed in part to the studio’s director and owner, Jennifer Agbay, who is not only infectiously passionate about the show, but about her dancers. Agbay takes an immersive approach to the 12-week-long rehearsal process, which is modeled after professional ballet companies.

“It’s my goal to make sure that the entire experience is positive for everyone,” says Agbay, who choreographed the show along with three other instructors. “What we do here is make each dancer feel as if they can do more and do better, that they’re capable of going the extra mile.”

Selected by audition over the summer, nearly 100 Worcester-area dancers, including members of Agbay’s Youth Ballet of Worcester, Ballet Arts Worcester’s resident performing company, will be featured, along with four professionals from around Massachusetts. The local dancers are young, from seven to 21.

Agbay understands that working with youth dancers is part privilege, part challenge. She sees it as her duty to create high-caliber performers that will wow an

audience while at the same time instilling the confidence and passion necessary for success in the highly competitive world of ballet.

“We’re all equals working toward a common goal and I strive to give off that aura,” Agbay says. For pupils who someday hope to be professional dancers,

just resonates.” Kallin Johnson will be conducting, as well as playing piano in the pit, according to Levenson.

Superb music and choreography aside, there is something special about “The Nutcracker” that keeps audiences coming back time and time again. For Levenson, the draw is in the way that the ballet

childlike for two hours. It’s such a simple story, but it’s a beautiful one.”

Just as beautiful is that it’s all happening in our own city. “This [show] is great for Worcester because people don’t have to travel all the way to Boston to see a great production of ‘The Nutcracker,’” Levenson says. “We have a world-class STEVEN KING

she hopes that her approach, along with the opportunity to perform in a worldclass show and theater, will help them “rise to the occasion” with grace when the pressure is on.

“At the end of the day, I really want everyone to have a good time,” Agbay adds. “I want them to turn around and say, ‘Wow, that was the coolest experience.’”

Paul Levenson, executive director of the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra, sees “The Nutcracker” as an incredible opportunity for his performers as well.

“Tchaikovsky is always a challenge, and it’s great to be able to play this music because it gives musicians a real challenge, so it’s extremely gratifying.

You listen to Tchaikovsky’s music and it

“borrows from other cultures to create a universal story,” one that, along with Tchaikovsky’s music, has endured for its ability to pull at our heartstrings and play with our imaginations.

On a more superficial level, Agbay strives to keep audiences engaged by adding new aspects to the show each year: the 2011 production will include the Prologue— an outdoor scene that shows the cast before the party— which Ballet Arts Worcester did not previously present. But what truly gives the show its timelessness is less concrete.

“I think it’s the pure magic of it, the wonderment of dreams,” Agbay says. “As a kid, you look at this girl, Clara, and she’s taken on this wonderful, unexpected journey, and the audience can just be

performance space in the Hanover Theatre, a great orchestra, a great local ballet company. This is Worcester supporting Worcester.”

Get a healthy dose of Christmas cheer early by catching the show on Friday, November 25 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, November 26 at 2 or 7 p.m.; or Sunday, November 27 at 2 p.m.

Tickets range in price from $24 to $36, with group discounts available. Visit thehanovertheatre.org or call 1-877-571SHOW to purchase.

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And that’s a problem if the year is 1845, Stephen Meek is your guide on the Oregon Trail … and he’s lost.

In “Meek’s Cutoff,” three families have hired Meek to lead them over the Cascade Mountains to a land that he describes as “a second Eden.” But Meek, a long-haired, fringed-leather-wearing, tall-tale-telling egoist in the mold of Wild Bill Hickok, insists he knows a quicker way that’s off the-beaten path.

As the movie begins, the pioneer families, with Meek at the helm, are roaming the sunbaked prairie in search of two things: direction and water.

Meek insists they’ll be fine, but in this primitive era of cartography he’s charting a course based on the position of the sun, memories and hunches. They’re going nowhere slowly.

Meanwhile, thirst is overtaking the settlers. To diminish the weight of their covered wagons — and conserve the energy of the oxen that are lugging them — they discard any items that serve no immediate purpose, including precious family heirlooms.

Their lone hope comes in the form of a Native American whom Meek captures.

Meek wants to put a bullet in the man’s head, but the others vote to keep him

alive if he’ll promise to lead them to water. This sets up a sort of existential dilemma for the scraggly band of emigrants: do they place their ultimate faith in the white man who has proven unreliable yet who certainly has the group’s best interests at heart, or in the red man, their sworn enemy yet a child of this terrain who will either find them water or keep them wandering to sure death?

More than anything “Meek’s Cutoff” is a story about time and place. As the settlers move across the vast landscape, the wooden wheels of their Conestoga wagons squeaking with every hard-earned rotation, we get a sense of the sheer hardship of this existence. Everything from the gathering of firewood to the mending of a moccasin is done deliberately — efficiency in thought and action is prized above all, which makes the quiet chaos of their predicament particularly unnerving.

The film is purposeful and painterly, but proceeds at a pace that will turn off some viewers. The cinematography is gorgeous — once you turn on the camera how can you miss with these landscapes? — and I admired the performances of Bruce Greenwood as the self-satisfied Meek and Michelle Williams as Emily Tetherow, who in the grand tradition of pioneer women wields a mean sewing needle and is no stranger to a rifle.

Any sort of melodrama is scant; even an accident with one of the wagons seems to unfold in slow motion. At its most plodding moments I was reminded of the film “Gerry” in which Matt Damon and Casey Affleck get lost in the desert and, well, walk through the sand for two hours. “Meek’s Cutoff” is more fully formed than that experimental mess, and it’s rather-abrupt ending will either leave you curious about the hardy crew’s future, or exclaiming, “What the hell?!”

“Meek’s Cutoff” will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, and at 1 and 3:05 p.m. on Sunday in the Jefferson Academic Center at Clark University. There will be no show on Thanksgiving evening. The film is part of the Cinema 320 series. cinema320.com

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With “Hugo” however, Scorsese has decided to turn his directorial talents toward channeling Disney instead of Peckinpah, and the result is a satisfying children’s film for adults that captures some of that elusive wistful magic from the days of Mary Poppins and reaches the visually spectacular heights of top quality family fare like “Up.” As with “Up,” the engine of the story consists of characters gradually learning about their mysterious past, and for this to work effectively it is essential that as an audience member you go in knowing as little about the plot as possible. The visual design of Hugo will grab you immediately, with a sequence where a series of giant gears morph into a vision of turn-of-the-century Paris.

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If you’re like me, the words “Martin Scorsese” and “children’s film” seem like mutually exclusive concepts.

Combining the two brings to mind images of sweaty drugrunning ten-yearolds pointing guns while The Rolling Stones blare on the soundtrack. It just seems that Scorsese’s work has always been marked by a solid grounding in the gritty adult realities of the present day, qualities like innocence and warmth are the last things anyone would expect from Mr. Mean Streets, never mind a full blown wide-eyed, big-budget young adult CGI fantasy feature the likes of “Narnia” (which come to think of it seemed to have a higher body count than “Goodfellas”), or worse, “The Golden Compass.”

of gears, steam and geometric passageways he inhabits behind the walls of the building.

The gently unfolding eye candy is fascinating, and Scorsese is both thorough and efficient in his layering of the details of this setting. Before long we are acquainted with the local inspector (Sacha Baron Cohen, a consistently great character actor, which is why he could fool everybody as Borat and Ali G), a surly shopkeeper with a secret (Ben Kingsley) and Hugo (Asa Butterfield), the boy who inhabits the walls and appears to be stealing gears and other parts from Kingsley’s tiny toy store for clandestine purposes.

Scriptwriter John Logan is known for sprawling overblown spectacular failures like “On Any Given Sunday” and “The Aviator,” but here he follows a simple thread, a clue to the past left for Hugo by his dead father (Jude Law), a clockmaker who leaves behind a mysterious mechanical man. Hugo possesses an innate ability to fix things, and his motivation is to fix the robot in order to learn the message his father has left him. There is a poignant scene in a clocktower over looking a beautifully illuminated Paris with his friend and burgeoning love interest Isabelle (Chloe Grace Moretz – the best thing about “Let Me In,” the American remake of the junior vampire flick “Let The Right One In”) in which he explains his philosophy of the world as being like a machine where everyone has to exist as a fitting part. This ultimately leads him to want to fix another character in the story.

That’s all I’m going to say, other than that this film is a wonderful achievement on multiple levels. The acting even among the youngest of the cast is subtle and never cloying, the story heartwarming without resorting to melodramatics, Scorsese’s direction is superbly sharp and the film is feast for the eyes, with nary a gunfight in sight. The whole thing left me, the cynical critic, completely disarmed and unabashedly delighted.

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BBQ so good, you’d think you were in Texas Michael Brazell The saying goes that “everything is bigger in Texas,” but that does not seem to apply to the Texas BBQ Company located on 309 Main St. in Northborough, which squeezes delicious BBQ faire into a small and cozy eatery. Located on Route 20, just a few minutes west of the Marlborough 495 exit, the Texas BBQ Company welcomes guests with a comfortable and refreshingly, not clichéd, southern-BBQ-joint atmosphere.

The restaurant has barely a dozen tables in the restaurant, kitschy signs hanging from the walls, and dining area divided from the long and lively bar. While Worcester County has seen a number of BBQ restaurants opening over the last several years, almost none can do barbecue better.

My co-diner Chris and I arrived on a rainy and cold November night and the warmth of the dining room and glow from the neon signs was welcomed relief.

While we were seated immediately, the restaurant began to fill quickly, and we put in an order of fried green beans ($5).

The appetizer arrived alongside two 23oz beers, of which the restaurant sports a good selection of both bottles and draught, and the 15-or-so green beans were lightly battered, but still satisfyingly crunchy, served with “cusabi” sauce, a creamy mayonnaise-based dipping sauce packing a spicy wasabi punch. After a long week of work, the two of us were in the mood for food, so we both jumped on heaping cups of homemade Texas Chili ($3), which, loaded with ground beef, beans and tomatoes, put every other cup of chili to shame.

The menu at the Texas BBQ Company is not overwhelmingly large and most of the options are what you would expect of any down-home style BBQ restaurant. Chris ordered the sliced beef brisket ($12) and I went for an old standby, the pulled-pork sandwich ($8). Sandwiches come with one side, and having loosened my belt

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The Texas BBQ Company does all of its own smoking, guaranteeing that every slab of meat is smoked for at least 12 hours using pecan, oak and hickory hardwoods. While the restaurant serves more than just beef, with chicken, salads and a giant list of side orders, the slow cooking and tender love put into each meat makes some of the best barbecue in central Massachusetts. If you are a BBQ lover in the Worcester area, it ought to be a crime to not visit the Texas BBQ Company in Northborough.

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West Boylston Seafood Company 321 West Boylston St., West Boylston 508-853-3655 Let’s start with what West Boylston Seafood doesn’t have: intimate atmosphere, cloth napkins, china, silverware, a menu or wine list.

Absent the trappings of “fi ne dining,” there’s still abundant room in the world of hospitality for restaurants willing to keep a razor-sharp focus on convenience, qualit y and value. T his is the nic he of the neighborhood eateries — those places we often find ourselves most comfortable in and returning to.

Shiraz Armenian Cuisine 259 Park Ave., Worcester 508-767-1639 Those familiar with Middle Eastern cuisine will feel right at h ome with this menu. For starters, try the combination plate appetizer with its generous portions of humus, babaganoosh and tabouleh. Each is isolated within a framework of grape leaves stuffed with rice fi lling; the combo is accompanied by a large basket of soft Syrian bread. At Shiraz Armenian Restaurant, we enjoyed quality home cooking that was present with pride. Plus, our waitress was kn owledgeable and enthusiastic about the cuisine she ser ved. When one’s cooking is representative of a nation, there’s no room for shortcuts.

Le Mirage 120 June St., Worcester 508-793-8558 Whether you’re looking for a cup o’ Joe to g o, or authentic Italian and Mediterranean dishes to eat in, Le Mirage is the place. Cappuccino, latte, chai — hot or iced — salads, wraps, panini sandwiches. A great place for an afternoon coffee by the window. Accepts credit cards. BYOB. Flying Rhino 278 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-757-1450 flyingrhinocafe.com The Flying Rhino offers some of the fi nest, most exciting fare in town, in a dazzling, ar tful setting. Tremendous and unique re cipes for salmon, lobster, beef, chicken, panini sandwiches and wraps; and attractive specials comprise the menu. Festive, sophisticated, and urbane — but casual — environment. Great wine and beer list.

The Corner Café 27 Main St., Sterling 978-422-0088.

A little slice of the American pie, the Corner Café, in Sterling Center, offers basic diner fare at very low prices. Informal and chatty servers make for a nice experience, as do reliably prepared comfort foods.

Da Lat 425 Park Ave., Worcester 508-753-6036 Da Lat is what living in a cit y is all ab out — access to interesting flavors and experiences. Already a source of pride for W orcester residents for m ore than a de cade, Da Lat ser ves authentic and wonderfully prepared Vietnamese cuisine. The prices can’t be beat and the food is first-rate. BYOB. Wright’s Chicken Farm 84 Inman Road, Harrisville, R.I. 401-765-5745 wrightsfarm.com If you like chicken — I mean, really like chicken, and you don’t mind family-style dining, then Wright’s Farm is worth a try. It’s a fun and unique dining experience with a lot of bang for the buck. The menu consists basically of all-y ou-can-eat-roasted chicken, French fries, salad, shells with sauce, and rolls. Bring a vanl oad or two of friends in order to do Wright’s right.

Viva Bene 144 Commercial St. Worcester 508-797-0007 shorahs.com Shorah’s, which closed its Foster Street home to make way for the growing Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, is back as Viva Bene.

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Maxwell Silverman’s Toolhouse 25 Union St., Worcester 508-755-1200 maxwellmaxine.com There’s an extensive menu with some imaginatively titled dishes, including ravioli delicato, veal Buena V ista and renegade sirl oin, gourmet appetizers and a raw bar. What you get is gourmet cuisine, upscale service and industrial chic in a familiar city landmark.

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The warmly lit, subterranean room offers all the entrees one expects of Italian fi ne dining, and the ser vice is professional and upscale.

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Brisa’s Tropical Restaurante 976-A Main St., Worcester 508-797-3900 If you’re looking for a cultural experience in W orcester, this is it.

Unadorned, home-style Puerto Rican and Salvadoran cuisine is Brisa’s calling card. A convenient destinati on for Clark students, Brisa’s is one bl ock down on Main S treet. Brisa’s serves chicken, shrimp, lobster and beef dishes, but no booze.

Hisa Japanese Restaurant 21 South St., Westboro 508-898-9262 Hisa, in Westboro center, is elegant and simple. A brisk but unhurried pace, fresh Japanese fare of beef, chicken, pork, seafood, and vegetables - and outstanding sushi - make for flavorful and light dining. Entrées are inexpensive and come with salad, rice, and miso soup.

Dante’s 421 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-791-1111 Dante’s most distinct characteristic is its facility; a quaint three-room floor of a home, it provides an intimate setting for their first-rate food.

Dante’s menu isn’t par ticularly long or varied, but it is n onetheless compelling. Fourteen entrees — a mixed bag dominated by seafood, chicken and pasta, with a couple of pork dishes, and a 12-ounce sirloin — are offered. Additional choices include prime rib (Saturdays only) and daily specials. A full bar with lounge seating is available.

Kaboodle Pizzeria & Grille 152 Main St., Spencer 508-885-4884 Go for the great, sunny ro om overlooking the quaint Spencer Main Street. Go for the burgers, the interesting pizzas, and the reasonably priced entrees. Twenty or so tables in a wide-open ro om with a California-style kitchen make a good spot for a casual lunc h, an intimate date, or a big celebration.

Ciao Bella 402 Grove St., Worcester 508-756-2426 Ciao Bella is perfe ct for take-out or eat-in. V ery reasonably priced, generous entrees of seafood, pasta and chicken; as well as gourmet pizza, roll-ups, and grinders; and incredible, l ocally made desserts make this a must for frugals and g ourmands alike. Atmosphere is minimal — not much more than a pizza parlor — so, Romeos beware.

Cyprian’s Bistro 284 East Temple St., Boylston 508-869-9900 cypriankeyes.com Dinner at Cyprian Keyes is worth the drive to Boylston, as the food — wide-ranging fare suited to all tastes — is excellent. The veranda and surrounding golf course make for quaint summer dining.

The Blue Cricket 372 Chandler St. Worcester 508-767-1123 Tasty homemade soups, salads, and sandwic hes from a tastefully decorated American bistro. Owner L eon Saucier’s talents are deep, and The Blue Cricket — with its full catering services, gourmet meals to go, and h omemade cakes for any o ccasion — makes a nice contribution to a growing Chandler Street lineup.

Zorba’s Pizzeria Tavern 132 Sturbridge Road (Rte. 20), Charlton 508-248-0433 Zorba’s Pizzeria Tavern, on Route 20 in Charlton, ser ves the food that you wait to taste at the Greek Festival. Here, offered daily, are dishes like kreato pikilla (Greek sausage, c hicken, lamb, and pork), spanakopita (spinach pie in fi llo dough), dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves), horiatiki (a version of Greek salad), kabobs, beefteki (stuffed ground beef), and m oussaka (sauteed eggplant, potatoes, and ground beef in a be chamel sauce.) For diners in searc h of more “American” flavors, Zorba’s also features h omeland staples, like wings, salad, ribs, seafo od and Italian fare. Drive-thru take out and patio service are available.

Funky Murphy’s 305 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-753-2995 While lacking in atm osphere, the restaurant at Funky Murphy’ s has a lot to offer. W hether you’re grabbing some appetizers while watching sports on the big-screen TVs, or wishing to enjoy neo-diner fare, you’re in luck. The soups and salads are fresh and homemade, and the entrées are generous and delici ous. Romantics may wish to skip this stop, but th ose in search of a moderately priced dining experience may want to give it a try. Kitchen open 7 days; breakfast Sundays.

The Wexford House 503 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-757-8982 What are the se crets of The Wexford’s longevity? For close to 20 years, Chef Alan Eric kson has continued to dish out some of the legendary fare he cooked at the El Morocco, undoubtedly attracting former patrons of the old El. The menu at The Wexford offers kibbe and stuffed grape lea ves alongside traditional Italian “Shrewsbury Street Favorites.” In additi on, The Wexford’s menu features

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Chioda’s Trattoria 631 Franklin St., Worcester 508-459-6039 A short drive up Franklin Street from downtown Worcester, or down from Brown Square at Plantati on Street, at Chioda’s Trattoria you’ll find all the Italian dishes you’ve come to love in a warm and intimate environment. Lots of pasta, seafo od and chicken, as well as a few veal dishes and steaks. Chi oda’s should be right at h ome in this Italian restaurant-happy city.

The Border Grille and Bar 246 Mill St., Leominster 978-840-0194 The Border Grille and Bar brings the ever-popular culinary specialties of the Southwest to the n orth — n orth of W orcester, that is, in Leominster. Loyalists to l ocal establishments will enjoy the funky eclecticism of The Border; fans of barbe cue and Tex-Mex will like the wide range of a vailable chicken, beef, seafo od and Mexican specialties. The 22 tequilas and a page of fun drinks add to the festive atmosphere.

Lidio’s Restaurant and Lounge 1045 Central St., Leominster 978-534-6600 Bridging old and new, Lidi o’s offers diners some old standards (pasta, chicken, beef) as well as creative diet-consci ous (an extensive l ow-carb menu) and n ouveau entrees (including vegetarian dishes), all at ver y reasonable prices. The service and food preparations are quite dependable.

Tomasso’s Trattoria 154 Turnpike Road, Rte. 9, Southboro 508-481-8484 tomassotrattoria.com Tomasso’s Trattoria is tuc ked into a corner of T he Crossings, a relatively new retail complex on Rte. 9 in Southboro. Inside, the décor could only be described as Tuscan. Chef Tony Bettencourt has come to Tomasso’s with an impressive resume. He earned the Julia Child Award for excellence while at the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts.

If you have not been introduced to a genuine Italian menu, you might be a bit nonplussed. Take your time and do not fear. The Italian meal

is an event to be enjoyed and shared. It is not all about tomato sauce, pasta and cheese. The menu is like a palate of col ors used to paint a meal. Tomasso’s offers a fi ne Italian dining experience that will transport you to a villa in the hills of the Veneto.

Wonder Bar Restaurant 121 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-752-9909 Worcester’s Wonder Bar has been ser ving it up — pizza, beer and Italian spe cialties, that is — for m ore than 75 years, right on Shrewsbury Street. A hometown gem on the order of Coney Island Lunch, Wonder Bar is a laid-ba ck, locally flavored parlor where you can feed your family good food for about the price of Chinese take-out.

Pampas Churrascaria Restaurant 145 E. Central St., Worcester 508-757-1070 pampas-restaurant.com Open seven days, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., P ampas Churrascaria Restaurant adds a fresh kick-in-the-pants to the usual Central Mass. suspects. Come with your best hearty carnivore appetite and prepare yourself for this casual, out-of-the-ordinary dining experience. Grab a plate, choose cuts of beef, pork, chicken an lamb from slow-roasted skewers in an en ormous iron rotisserie, help y ourself to numerous (but not too many — you don’t want your hots to get cold!) sides and salads and then pit-stop at the counter to ha ve your plate weighed.

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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 oPlynesian 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 Dino’s is still ever ything that y ou’ve always enjoyed: reasonably priced Northern Italian classics, ser ved in a quaint, old “Little Italy” style. Though renovations have made it a bit m ore 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

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Anh Thu 439 Park Ave., Worcester 508-752-1330 Anh Thu is yet an other option for fans of fresh and healthy Vietnamese cuisine. Ser ving up lots of noodles, as well as beef, chicken, pork, shrimp and tofu, as well as a few stir-fr y dishes for Chinese food fans, Anh Thu is cheap — but good — food, in a no-frills atmosphere. Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sundays, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. BYOB. The Red Lantern 235 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-795-0500 theredlantern.com The Red Lantern offers the staples that ha ve made P olynesian restaurants an integral par t of the American scene for so l ong.

Also offered are enticing, less-comm on dishes sure to revive the appetite of area diners. Fresh, varied dishes make The Red Lantern truly “Polynesian”; and served in their clean, open facility downtown, Worcester will fi nd it convenient and pleasing. Open seven days to midnight; Monday through Saturday lunc h buffet; Sunday dinner buffet, 5-8.

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{ recommended} The Webster House Restaurant 1 Webster St., Worcester 508-757-7208 websterhouseweb.com Patrons are treated like family at The Webster House. The bountiful menu includes beef, c hicken, seafood, vegetarian and Greek specialties, with a h ome-cooked taste straight from y our Yia-yia’s kitchen. A number of international and domestic wines are fl agged by which meals they complement best. Ea ch month, The Webster House features sele ctions from a different internati onal cuisine.

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Val’s Restaurant & Lounge 75 Reservoir Road, Holden 508-829-0900 Val’s Restaurant and Pizza P alace is the perfe ct stop for families looking for a wide variet y of familiar seafo od, beef, chicken and pasta entrees, plus pizza and burgers, at budget-friendly prices. The service can’t be beat, and y ou might be surprised by the re cipes and presentation.

The Belfry Restaurant 59 Blackstone River Road, Worcester 508-751-5040 The Belfry Restaurant is definitely worth a visit, a renovated church standing at the fork of Green wood Street and Bla ckstone River Road and tuc ked behind R oute 146, in the middle of growing Quinsigamond Village. The moderately priced, mostly Mediterranean menu includes some of the best hummus in Worcester, staples like chicken Parmesan and fish & chips and gourmet pizza, with such entertaining names as Texan (steak, mushroom and onion) and the Golden Greek (locanico sausage and peppers). A respectable wine list and homemade desserts top off a tasty dinner out.

Arturo’s Ristorante 54 Main St., Westboro 508-366-1881 arturosristorante.com Arturo’s is everything that made it a hit in Worcester before the move to MetroWest: Colorful Italian food and brick-oven pizza. Lots of wine choices, Mediterranean classics, and seating for about 200. Try the antipasto misto for a sampling of all Arturo’s antipasto offerings.

El Basha 2 Connector Road, Westboro 508-366-2455 elbasharestaurant.com Lovers of El Basha’ s two Worcester locations, especially those from Metro West, will be pleased with their new Westboro location.

Though not as arabesquely elegant as P ark Avenue, the Westboro branch offers the same delici ous fare in a clean fa cility. Middle Eastern specialties are the calling card: shawarma, kebabs, salads, gape leaves, beef, chicken, quail, lamb and seafood. BYOB. Osaka Japanese Restaurant White City Plaza, 20 Boston Tpke., Shrewsbury 508-753-1144 Fresh, fun and a great value. For an enter taining and tasty meal, try communal dining at the teppanyaki tables. Combinati ons like calamari and teriyaki c hicken, or the Osaka spe cial (filet mignon, lobster and shrimp) m ore than double the number of c hoices cooked before you on this Japanese grill. Sushi is also plentiful, including intriguing sushi rolls. The cool exotic drinks are served tall and the sake is served hot.

Fresco’s 95 Uxbridge Road, Mendon 508-473-2369 Fresco’s is a great treat: delici ous food, impeccably prepared in a

colorful, friendly setting at reasonable prices. W atch for the sign with whimsical script on the rural stretc h of R oute 16. Fresco’s menu is a fun colle ction of c hicken, seafood and beef dishes, frequently partnered with pasta, as well as intriguing complements like crushed tomatoes, toasted cashews, prosciutto and a variety of mushrooms. Try dishes named for the staff, like tor tellini Melinda, Jimmy’s seafood sauté and steak Willis. Toss in appetizers, salads and specialty pizzas, (including light sauce sele ctions), and you’re sure to find something to please (even a kid’s menu).

Nashoba Winery 100 Wattaquadoc Hill Road, Bolton 978-779-5521 nashobawinery.com Nashoba Winery’s orchards, tour, retail sh op, and restaurant make for a perfect New England experience — in any season. T he wonderful grounds and quaint atm osphere couple well with nic he wines, beers and spirits, and an equally renegade menu. Free-range poultry and beef, as well as wild game, meet delicious seafood, and varied regional vegetables. Pricing is moderate to expensive. Plan to make a day of it.

Harry’s Drive-in Restaurant and Dairy Bar 149 Turnpike Road (Route 9W) Westboro 508-366-8302 Harry’s Drive-in Restaurant and Dair y Bar is a quiet roadside attraction of vanishing Americana, and a venerable l ocal institution of 60 years (nearly 40 in its present l ocation) under the ownership of the original family. T he menu is an endless list of entirely homemade comfort foods: full breakfast, American diner standards, steaks, burgers, pasta, club and open-fa ced sandwiches, wraps and pockets, salads, soups, stir fr y, platters, sundaes and frappes, a kids menu, and, of course, loads of seafood — fried and otherwise.

Breakfast all day. Beer and wine available. Cash only.

Sofia’s Ristorante 158 Main St., Hudson 978-562-1221 Sofia’s is a bit like the restaurant in the Campbell Scott and Stanley Tucci-directed Big Night, in that it is quiet, but traditional Tuscan fare (pork, lamb, fillet of beef, chicken, seafood, homemade ravioli and peppardelle, and other pastas), and not a red-sauce-and-meatballs kind of place. The room is comfortable and clean, if not a little dated, and several dishes really excel.

Lucky’s Café 102 1/2 Grove St., Worcester 508-756-5092 Places like Lucky’s are a real fi nd (and this one is hard to fi nd — follow the stairwell and the corridor). They serve up modern bistro fare of excellent qualit y in a quaint, fa ctory atmosphere at belowaverage prices. BYOB will further the appeal to frugals. Appetizers and entrees of seafood, steak, pork, chicken, pasta, and vegetables; specialty soups; and an array of salads will please m ost tastes.

Friday and Saturday, 5-9:30 p.m.

Finders Pub 171 West Boylston St., West Boylston 508-835-3707 Finders is like a diner with out the inherent c haracter. A 20-page menu offers 172 choices, from burgers and wraps to seafo od and salads, soups and baked spe cialties, with n othing — n othing! costing more than $10. This place packs ’em in, either for the food, the free popcorn or the 43 TVs.

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Prezo Grille and Bar 2291/2 Main St., Milford 508-634-0101 prezogrille.com Prezo Grille and Bar is a moderately upscale spot, well worth the trip to explore a bit of southeastern Worcester County. Prezo’s sizeable menu is fi lled with pizzazz — suc h ingredients as g orgonzola, goat and bleu cheeses; artichoke hearts, asparagus and sun dried tomatoes; and Madeira wine sauce and hoisin glaze. House favorites include chicken Sinatra, pot roast, and the seafood bomb. Check out weekly specials, or meet friends for designer drinks and flat-screen TVs at Prezo’s “horseshoe” bar.

The Monument Grill 14 Monument Sq., Leominster 978-537-4466 themonumentgrill.com The Monument Grill is a good bet for classy fare in northern Worcester County. Rich wine sele ction and new and traditi onal recipes for pasta, seafood, beef, pork, chicken, and veal are served up in a spotless, comfortable room. Moderate to expensive.

Bauhinia 271 Grafton St., Shrewsbury 508-842-0880 bauhiniarestaurant.com A one-stop Asian cuisine shop, Bauhinia is welcoming to the casual or well-heeled, not as chic and showy as PF Chang’s, but far beyond your local take-out joint. Making it’s home in the immense former Golden Steakhouse building just off R oute 9 W est, Bauhinia’s more-than-200-item menu is as spra wling as the restaurant’ s architecture. Find familiar, as well as n ot-so-typical dishes on the Chinese menu and a lifetime supply of sushi, sashimi and designer maki rolls on the Japanese menu — all fresh and well-prepared.

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How about a night of Rockabilly? If that sounds like your thing, take a trip to Nick’s Bar and catch Clayton Willoughby and The Clay-tones! 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

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All Day - $5 per shield. Saturday, November 26: Celtic Warrior Arms and Armor Show at 11 a.m.; Arming a Knight at 11:30 a.m.; Boudica at 2 p.m.; Make Your Own Shield Workshop, all day, $5 per shield. Sunday, November 27: Arms and Armor Show runs 12:30 & 2:30 p.m.; Make Your Own Shield Workshop, all day, $5 per shield. General admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children ages 4-16. Higgins Armory Museum, 100 Barber Ave. 508-853-6015, higgins.org.

Spanksgiving Eve Jerkus Circus will feature The Naked Comic, Andy O’ Fiesh, Dezrah the Strange performing feats of daring and disgust, Mary Dolan, the world’s oldest living CougarPalooza 2011 at Tammany Hall will be broadcast haute vaudevillian/comedian, UnAmerika’s Sweetheart Karin live on NEGB1 Radio and hosted by Jeff Royds. Two great bands, A Christmas Carol with Charles Dickens’ Great Webb, Magician Peter Sosna and the lovely high-heeled The Issues and Cougar Bait, will entertain the ladies. Cougar Great Grandson. Gerald Charles Dickens will be performing beauties of Thru the Keyhole Burlesque, as well as musical guest drink specials, Hot Cougar contest, and prizes. Each contestant his one-man show of “A Christmas Carol.” Mr. Dickens’ transfixed Heiress (hot all-girl band from Boston that will tear your face off with their super skills). All hosted by your favorite vintage dye-jobs, the Steamy Bohemians! $10; 9 Thanksgiving Weekend, Thursday, November 24 - Sunday, November 27, at p.m.-1:30 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, Old Sturbridge Village will feature costumed historians demonstrating hearthside 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543 or find them on Facebook. cooking in early New England, roasting turkeys in a tin kitchen and before the fire suspended on skewers and string to evenly rotate the meat. The Thanksgiving Day Flock of Assholes’ Thanksgiving Bonanza with menu includes turnip sauce, stuffing, pies and Marlboro pudding. Proper 19th-century Mafia Bonghit and DJ Kra-Z KRS is a fun way table manners required eating from one’s knife. After dinner, the men will demonstrate to celebrate the night before turkey. $7; 8 p.m.-2 a.m. a target shoot, the 1830s entertainment equivalent of today’s Thanksgiving Day football Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 games. $20, $18 (65+), $7 (3-17), under 3 free; 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Old Sturbridge or find them on Facebook.

Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830, osv.org.

Let it all out before you get stuffed and check out Axe Murder Boyz with Karmakazi at The Palladium (upstairs). $14; 6:30-11 p.m. The Palladium, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

The Worcester Art Museum evokes the spirit of the season during Holidays at WAM 2011, featuring festive live concerts in the Renaissance Court, special seasonal children’s programming, decorations inside and outside the museum, and expanded Shop and Café hours. The stunning Salisbury Street doors open seven days a week December 1-24. Download events schedule and listings at worcesterart.org. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

Holly Days: Fashioned from Nature at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. On Friday, November 25 - Monday, January 2, the botanic garden is open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and until 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. See incredible designs and decorations from natural materials with a fashion theme on trees and wreaths and outdoor lighting displays; new this year are decorated shoes, jewelry and hats. 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, towerhillbg.org.

Spend Thanksgiving Eve with Run & Gun, the most fun band in Worcester during Lakeside Bar & Grille’s Thanksgiving Eve! You pick ‘em, they play ‘em! Choose a tune from several hundred on the lists around the room.

Yell one out or write it down. They’ll play it, you enjoy! No cover; 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Lakeside Bar & Grille, 97 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury. 508-425-3543.

During the Holiday Festival of Crafts, Worcester Center for Crafts invites you to shop for unique gifts for everyone on your holiday list.

This year’s festival features more than 60 different artists working in fiber, ceramics, wood, metals and jewelry. The Festival of Crafts is a weekendlong event on Friday, November 25 - Sunday, November 27: 10 a.m.-5 on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday; $5, with proceeds going toward the craft center’s programming. Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Rd. 508753-8183, worcestercraftcenter.org.

>Thursday 24 Happy Thanksgiving!

>Friday 25 Cross a few things off your shopping list at the Black Friday Sale at Worcester Historical Museum. At this huge sale in its gift shop, you’ll score books for $1 and receive 25 percent off Salisbury Mansion ornaments. Plus, when you purchase a Vaillancourt-signed Harvey Ball ornament, you’ll get a Top Hat ornament free! These deals are available for only a limited time on Friday, so don’t miss out. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Worcester Historical Museum, 30 Elm St. 508-753-8278, worcesterhistory.org.

will win an autographed Cougar Bait CD, and be eligible to win a Mochine Spa and Salon gift card, a $300 Jillian’s VIP Party, and be named Miss Cougar Bait 2011! $8, Cougars (Women older than 35 get in for $4). 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tammany Hall, 43 Pleasant St. 978798-1567, cougarbaitmusic.com.

the audiences with his ability to instantly become each character with his mannerisms and voice. Come away filled with the spirit of Christmas. Friday, November 25 - Sunday, November 27; $25/$30.

Vaillancourt Folk Art, Blaxton Hall, 9 Main St., Sutton. For times, call or visit 508-476-3601, meetdickens.com.

Ric Porter and Sons of the Soil take over Vincent’s at 9 p.m. 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439.

Avoid the malls. Spend Thanksgiving Weekend at Higgins Armory Museum and partake in a variety of scheduled events.

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picks Java and Jazz is Calliope Production’s 12th Annual Jazz Coffeehouse featuring the music of Mark and Glenn Zaleski. $15; 7:30-9:30 p.m. Calliope Productions Inc, 150 Main St., Boylston. 508-869-6887, calliopeproductions.org.

The 10th Annual WCUW Blues Fundraiser features Shakey Jake and the Blue Vibrations, Charley Dee and The Blues Doctrine, Shakey Ground with Rick Percuoco and an All Star Jam to close the show. Buffet starts at 8 p.m., bands at 9 p.m., 50/50 raffle and prizes. Come out and support the blues on WCUW 91.3FM, your community radio station in Worcester. $10 donation; 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Gilrein’s, 802 Main St. 508-791-2583, WCUW.org.

Hometown Reunion Extravaganza with the Wandas, Radio America, Aloud (acoustic), and The Blackboard Nails (formerly Baby Strange). 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543.

>Sunday 27 Holiday Cookie Workshop #1. The Culinary Underground is sticking by its tradition of presenting a slew of new cookies every year - all easy, all great - plus ideas for presenting and packaging them. Either Chef Liz, Chef Linda, or Chef Lori will be your class instructor: it all depends on who wins the arm wrestling smackdown. Join them for baking and mulled cider. $85 per person; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Culinary Underground School for Home Cooks, 21 Turnpike Road, Southborough. 508-904-6589.

Hang out with the big jolly man in a red suit during Sit with Santa at Whip-O-Will Stables, where families and dogs (on leashes) are invited to join Santa and Rudolph for pre-Christmas celebration—refreshments, raffles, free pony rides and more. $10 for photo in frame; 1-4 p.m. Whip-O-Will Stables, 18 Blackmer Rd., Dudley. 774-452-5062, whipowillstables.weebly.com.

>Monday 28 Dirty Gerund Poetry & Variety Show is where spoken word, poetry, music, visual arts and ruckus collide to create an original, fast-paced variety show that ain’t your grandma’s poetry

reading. Hosted by Nicholas Earl Davis and Alex Charalambides, open mic, featured performers, live painting, house band, snack time and bonus ruckus challenges make Monday’s fun and inspiring! Tonight come experience Megan Thoma, Providence poetry slam star and your new Miss Dirty Gerund 2011 Pageant Winner, as well as musical guest Tom Inhaler. $2-$5 suggested donation; 9-11:30 p.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543, dirtygerund.com.

>Tuesday 29 Former child soldier Emmanuel Jal has taken a childhood of bloody violence and turned it into a message of hope. At the age of 7, Jal was swept up in the Sudanese rebel army, barely escaping with his life. He found comfort in music and began singing as a way to ease the pain. His music is now a beacon of hope for those who are experiencing the same despair he once endured. Come listen to the message of hope inspired by this former child soldier. Seating is limited; RSVP at emmanueljal.eventbrite.com or call Jamie in the Center for the Study of Human Rights at 508-929-8871.

Free; 7-9 p.m. Worcester State University, Shaughnessy Administration Building, Fuller Theater, 486 Chandler St. Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band make a stop at the DCU Center during the second leg of the band’s North American tour. Be sure to arrive early to see the legendary Peter Wolf start the night off right performing classics from the J. Geils Band as well as hits from his solo career. Tickets are $50/$75 and available at the DCU Center Box Office, Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 800-745-3000 and online at ticketmaster.com; 7:30-10 p.m.

DCU Center-Arena and Convention Center, 50 Foster St. 508755-6800.

>Wednesday 30 Be part of a conversation that examines the effectiveness of the performing arts as a learning tool for today’s classroom during Access Hanover: The Importance of Arts Education.

Learn how involvement in the performing arts is associated with gains in math, reading, cognitive ability, verbal skills and most importantly critical thinking and why more and more educators are seeing the arts as an essential motivator for learning and comprehension in our highly digitized and connected world.

Conducted by professional performer and educator Christopher Chew. $10, free for members of CultureLeap; 5-7 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. 877-571-7469, thehanovertheatre.org.

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>Thursday 1 The Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday celebration for more than 25 years. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. $34, $54 and $64. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. 877-5717469, thehanovertheatre.org.

Kick off your holidays during the 14th Annual Festival of (Giving) Trees; all proceeds from the event are earmarked to fight breast cancer and support cancer research. Take a walk through an enchanting forest of 100 magical, sparkling, uniquely decorated (artificial) Christmas trees. Take chances to win one!

Visit Santa’s Toy Shoppe, enjoy live entertainment daily, and meet Santa on Children’s Day on Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Choral Premiere on Thursday night at 7 p.m. in Notre Dame Church will be highlighted with a living nativity. Thursday, December 1 Sunday, December 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Adults $3 (or $5 includes admission for viewing and Choral Premier “Festival Living Nativity” at 7 p.m. on Thursday night), under 12 free, seniors (62+) are free on Friday. LaSalle Reception Center at Notre Dame Church, 444 Main St., Southbridge. 508-347-5654, sparklingtrees.com.

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The Worcester Sharks come up against the Portland Pirates tonight at the DCU Center. Don’t miss the Teddy Bear Toss! $10-$26; 7-11 p.m. DCU Center-Arena and Convention Center, 50 Foster St. 508-929-0500, sharksahl.com.

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Elijah Divine Lp Release Party,w/Elijah Divine,Dizzy Disasta,TomBrown,Billy Gunna,DJ’s Yohon DI & Treeman. The Raven, 258 Pleasant St. 508-304-8133 or find them on facebook.

Open Mic. The Raven, 258 Pleasant St. 508-304-8133.

T-Bone Blues Band. A little T-Bone cooked before the turkey.

Free. 3-G’s Sports Bar, 152 Millbury St. 508-754-3516.

Brown Bag Concert: Hailey Niswanger & Quartet.

There’s no better way to start your Thanksgiving Holiday with family and friends than a Brown Bag Concert at Mechanics Hall!

Wednesday, November 23 brings Haily Niswanger - “the 19-year old alto saxophonist Hailey Niswanger is poised to break out as a Young Lioness on the strength of commendable debut. She tackles challenging material by Thelonious Monk, Herbie Hancock, Benny Goodman, Joe Henderson and Wayne Shorter, with rhythmic assuredness, rare verve and an abundance of chops!” (Jazz Times) Brown Bag Concerts are free and open to all; bring your lunch or buy one at the Hall while they last! Concerts are broadcast live on WICN at 90.5 FM and around the world on wicn.org. Free Admission. noon-1 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508752-5608 or mechanicshall.org/tickets/ brownbag.html.

Girls Night Out!!! --FREE Billiards & Gamecards & Appetizers & Desserts--. Girls Night Out Every Wednesday All Females (ages 2-92) Receive: Free Billiards All Night $5 GameCard Complimentary Appetizer Buffet Chocolate Covered Fruit ALL AGES UNTIL 9PM! After 9PM, 18+. Free. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Jillian’s Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900.

Axe Murder Boyz with Karmakazi @ The Palladium (upstairs). Tickets $12 adv., $14 door. 6:30-11 p.m. Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

“A NIGHT OF BARNBURNING BLUES” Acoustic Blues Open Mic, Every Wednesday, hosted by Sean Fullerton.

Welcome to the brand new Acoustic Blues Open Mic. South Side Grill & Margarita Factory and Plaid Couch Music present “A Night Of Barnburning Blues”, hosted by local musician & Blues fanatic Sean Fullerton, 2010 & 2011 Worcester Music Awards ‘Best Blues’ nominee. EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT FROM 7-10PM!!

If you or someone you know sings and plays the Blues, please contact Sean Fullerton at seanfullertonmusic@ gmail.com for information and set times. SEE YA ‘ROUND THE CLUBS!! Dinner, Drinks, Music & Fun!!. 7-10 p.m.

South Side Grille & Margarita Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 508-479-2309 or seanfullertonmusic.net.

Bret Talbert- Live Acoustic Time Machine!. Come take a musical journey through decades of great music with Bret Talbert,singer-guitarist from former local favorites Public Works & HotHead. Free!. 7-10:30 p.m. Tavern on the Common, 249 Main St., Rutland. 508-886-4600.

Open Mic. Acoustic open mic beginning Nov. 2. Sign up at 7:00 pm, Performers start at 7:30. Feature act starts at 8:45, Drop-in performers start again at 9:30. Nice stage and lighting. Good sound system and room acoustics. Select videos will be posted online at http://blbrumby.com. Professional videographer will be on site as well offering nice audio/video packages. 0. 7-11 p.m. Rte 56 Roadside Bar & Grill, 24 Leicester St (Route56), North Oxford.

508-987-8669.

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come to watch or come to perform and watch. But whatever your choice is come down for dinner and drinks and stay for the music!!

Performers sign up after 7pm, bring your appetite and stay the evening. Join the facebook group “Friends of Harvest Cafe Open Mike” for more information. http://facebook.com/home.php#!/ home.php?sk=group_185459018158595 No cover, pass the hat for the hosts. 7-10 p.m. Harvest Café, 40 Washington St., Hudson.

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Thanksgiving Eve Party w/Special Guests!. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. The Pumphouse, 340 Main St., Southbridge. 508-765-5473.

Thanksgiving Eve w/Chris Reddy. 7-10:30 p.m. The Mill, 185 West Boylston St., West Boylston.

Open Mic Night!. Looking for Worcester’s amazing acoustic acts to come check out the new Leits Back Bar Open Mic night!

Sign-ups begin at 8 and acts begin at 830. We’ll keep the music going as long as there’s acts to play, so come down and check us out! You wont be dissappointed!!!!!!! 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Leitrim’s Pub, Back Bar, 265 Park Ave. 508-798-2447 or LeitrimsWorcester. com.

Patty Keough. Multitalented singer songwriter, folk and acoustic rock Pass The Hat. 8-10 p.m. Jak’s Pub, 536 Main St. 508-757-5257.

Ray Davies. Ray Davies is an influential English Rock musician, best known as lead singer-songwriter for The Kinks - one of the most influential, prolific and long-lived British invasion bands which he led with his younger brother, Dave Davies. He has also acted, directed and produced shows for theater and television.

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solo release Working Man’s Café in October 2007. $57-$77. 8-10 p.m. Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com .

Thanksgiving Eve Bash w/ 80’s rock Mullethead with guests Opening Night and Rough Ashlar. The Glam Slam Kings of 80’s hair metal! $8. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on facebook Thanksgiving Eve w/ Sam James. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Celtic Tavern, 45 Belmont St., Northborough. 508-366-6277.

Thanksgiving Party with The Allens! 8 p.m.-2 a.m.

Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222.

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.

Bill McCarthy - thanksgiving eve @ the whistle stop!.. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, 85 Main St., Oxford. 508-987-3087.

Special Night - Live Music in the Pub: Mike Ladd. Mike Ladd has been a strong presence in central Massachusetts for almost thirty years. His completely original style of writing and performing at times defies description, leaving audiences captivated. 8:30 p.m.12:30 a.m. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 508-792-3700 or find them on facebook All Folked Up. $10. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Chooch’s Food & Spirits, 31 East Brookfield Road, North Brookfield. 508-867-2494.

Auntie Trainwreck (on Thanksgiving Eve). Twas the night before Thanksgiving, and you’re in need of a drink. Wherever can you go?

Well, where do you think!! To Squire’s I say, to rock and to dine, with Auntie Trainwreck it’ll be a hell of a time! Join Joey and Richie (and Joanie, we hope), Erica and Amy, who will help you cope with the pre-holiday stress that Turkey Day can bring A night out with Auntie could be just the thing!!!! Our Classic Rock, Blues and Country are sure to make you move You’ll party and dance, and get in the groove For Thursday is Thanksgiving, as I am sure you have heard, Happy Turkey Day to all- now go eat the bird! 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Squire Whites Pub & Restaurant, 347 Greenwood St. 508-752-7544 or find them on facebook.

Jim Devlin. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cigar Masters, 1 Exchange Place. 508-4599035.

Silverbacks.$5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350.

Thanksgiving Eve Bash w/ Flock of Assholes. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough.

508-842-8420.

ThanksGiving Eve Bash with DJ HappyDaze. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

Days End Tavern, Upstairs in The Den, 287 Main St., Oxford. 508987-1006.

Thanksgiving Eve w/ Sin City. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

ThanksGiving Eve with Ed McCarron. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Days End Tavern, Main Level, 287 Main St., Oxford. 508-987-1006.

Thanksgiving Eve! Andy Cummings and the Swingabilly Lounge! 9pm!. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Thanksgiving Eve! Jerkus Circus Returns to Ralphs.

9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543.

The Red Riders at Gilrein’s with Steve Going. Steve

Going from Wilbur and the Dukes along with Shakey Steve join The Red Riders for a Thanksgiving Eve blast at Gilrein’s. Don’t miss it~ with the terrific sounds of Ririka & Hiro on tenor sax & trumpet. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Gilrein’s, 802 Main St. 508-791-2583 or musiclyne.com.

Thanksgiving Eve with Audio Nation. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900.

Thanksgiving Eve with Huck!. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439.

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Happy Thanksgiving! Come by for an after dinner cocktail. We open at 7pm!. No Cover. 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Flock of Assholes Thanksgiving Bonanza with Mafia Bonghit and DJ KRA-Z KRS. $7. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on facebook.

Thanksgiving Eve with Run&Gun. The most fun band in Worcester in our 10th Thanksgiving Eve! You pick e’m, we play ‘em!

Choose a tune from several hundred on the lists around the room.

Yell one out or write it down. We play it, you enjoy! No Cover. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Lakeside Bar & Grille, 97 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury.

508-425-3543.

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Weekend is here! “VINYL-ly FRIDAY PARTY”. We have the turntables, YOU LOVE Vinyl! After a long week of work you need to let it go! from 5:30-8:30 YOU bring your vinyl and all of your friends to a FREE party hosted by us AND YOU! We’ll supply free pizza and even give a stamp for you and your party to stay the rest of the night on us! SIGN UP today! space is limited! FREE. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or luckydogmusic.com.

Simple Plan @ The Palladium. Forever The Sickest Kids The Cab / Marianas Trench Tickets $21 adv., $23 door. 6-11 p.m.

Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

2nd Degree.. 7-11 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350.

BBQ & Blues Fridays with Big Jon Short. Come out to enjoy some of the area’s best BBQ and some Delta and Hill Country Blues. bbqstack.com bigjonshort.com no cover. 7-10 p.m.

Smokestack Urban Barbecue, 90 Harding St. Arizona Doug & Scott Marshall - Rock Music.

Free admission. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Verona Grille, 81 Clinton St., Shrewsbury. 508-853-9091.

Bill Mccarthy & His Guitar - Live @ Lakeside Bar & Grille. Bill Mccarthy & His Guitar - Classic & Contemporary Acoustic Rock! free. 8-11 p.m. Lakeside Bar & Grille, 97 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury. 508-425-3543.

Bistro Boys. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. The Pumphouse, 340 Main St., Southbridge. 508-765-5473.

Friday Night DJ’s. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Overtime Tap, 50 Front St. 508-757-0600.

Open Mike with Celtic Misfortune. Kryngle Daly – Vocals, Accordion, Guitar Martin Dodd – Vocals, 12 string Spending the past few years playing in bars and at seisuins, Kryngle has found a passion for the music be knew growing up. Hailing from England, Martin has spent many years playing all types of music, including Irish pub songs. Brought together through a general discontent of non-fermented beverages, the duo now plays everything from traditional tunes at cocktail hours to pub songs for bar crowds in and around the Worcester area. 8 p.m.-midnight Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, 19 Temple St. 508-792-3700 or socialweb.net/ Clients/FiddlersGreen.

The Raw!!! With Deep Six (Cd Release Party) With Guests Kim, Joseph Michael’s Group. $6. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or luckydogmusic.com.

Dubble D & The Khaos Junkies. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566 or khaosjunkies.com.

Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-midnight Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

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The Invaders!!!. The Invaders are a fun cover band that plays rock, blues and r+b hits from the 60s-present and will make you dance all night long! 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Dreamers Bar & Grille, 815 Worcester Road, Barre. 978-355-9095.

Bam Bam Bamblusion Band @McFadden’s Pub. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. McFadden’s Pub, Main Road, Williamsburg. 413-2710609 or FindNEWentertainment.com.

5 on Friday. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Celtic Tavern, 45 Belmont St., Northborough. 508-366-6277.

A night of Metal! Bands TBA. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543.

A night of Rockabilly w/Clayton Willoughby and The Clay-tones!. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Ben Frochette. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cigar Masters, 1 Exchange Place.

508-459-9035.

CougarPalooza 2011 at Tammany Hall. The return of the hottest cougar contest is coming to CougarPalooza 2011. It’s all happening at Tammany Hall, Friday November 25th. This entire event is being broadcast LIVE on NEGB1 Radio, and hosted by Jeff Royds! Two great Bands - The Issues and 2011 Worcester music Award Winner Cougar Bait, Cougar Drink Specials, Hot Cougar Contest, Prizes, Recorded by FATV. Each contestant will win an autographed Cougar Bait CD, and be eligible to win a Mochine Spa and Salon gift card, a $300 Jillian’s VIP Party, and be named Miss Cougar Bait 2011! Don’t miss the party of the year!!! $8, Cougars (Women over 35 get in for $4). 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tammany Hall, 43 Pleasant St. 978-798-1567 or cougarbaitmusic.com.

DC Afterdark Fridays | DC Lounge Saturdays. Eurolounge-beats featuring dj andy morris + music by gotan project - brazilian girls. andymorris.info radioprov.com downcityfood.com 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Downcity Diner, 50 Weybosset St., Providence. 401331-9217 or downcityfood.com.

DJ Pete the Polock. Yeh, he’s still here playing whatever he wants. The girls flash him for requests, sit on his lap, and listen to his same old jokes but still love him. He only plays to get out of the house away from his queen. Classic rock to the Blues. Large dance floor to shake it. Come see this Worcester legend. Free. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 3-G’s Sports Bar, The Music Room, 152 Millbury St. 508-754-3516.

DJ Susan Esthera. $5 cover after 9:00 pm. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Mixers Cocktail Lounge, 105 Water St. 508-762-9499.

DJ’s Friday & Saturdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cafe Destare, 320 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5734.

Ed n’ Da Ve with T and friends.... Keeping the classic rock tradition alive...it’s Beatnik’s Third Thanksgiving with Ed, Da Ve, Tee, and friends! 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

Friday Frenzy with Blurry Nights & DJ Soup - DJ B-LO. Dance, Hip Hop and top 40 tracks. Lounge opens at 9:00 pm - Dance Club opens at 10:30 pm. Coat Room available with attendant. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Fusion, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100.

Jon Lacouture. Free. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Art’s Diner, West Boylston st. 352-895-8355.

Lacquerhead. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420.

Ladies Night - Top 40 Dance Party. Our Top 40 Ladies Night Dance Party returns to Speakers! Ladies (and Gent’s) come in and dance the night away with the hottest DJ in the MetroWest Area DJ Norm!!! FREE. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222 or speakersnightclub.net.

Live Bands Every Friday Every week its another great band and a good excuse to get out of the house FREE!!!!. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Squire Whites Pub & Restaurant, 347 Greenwood St. 508-7527544 or squirewhites.com.

Patty Keough & The Boys. Patty Keough and her full band.

Folk/Rock originals Pass The Hat. 9-11 p.m. Jak’s Pub, 536 Main St. 508-757-5257.

Pete the Polak, DJ. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 3-G’s Sports Bar, 152 Millbury St. 508-754-3516.

Ric Porter and Sons of the Soil. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439.

Touched - Classic Rock and 80’s Pop. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Chopstick’s Restaurant & Lounge, Commercial Road, Leominster. touchedband.com.

Under Pressure. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

Pump It Bistro Boys Band @ The Pumphouse Tavern. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Pump House, 340 Main St., Southbridge. 508-765-5473 or FindNEWentertainment.com.

Ed ’n Dave w/ Tee Plus Four. The Barest Minimum. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Beatnik’s Flock of Assholes. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900.

Sandstorm ~ organ trio. Sandstorm- taking dance lovers by storm! 60’s hipster groove with Jim Heffernan on organ with his leslie, Dan Hunt on waaa-waaa guitar & Joe Zupan keepin’ it in the groove~ once you’re up & dancing, you can’t sit down!!! Austin Powers passed his mojo to them! 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Sahara Cafe & Restaurant, 143 Highland St. 508-798-2181.

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Demons Alley, Musclecah, The Erotics, Midnight Creeps. The Raven, 258 Pleasant St. 508-304-8133 or find them on facebook.

Hot Spot Music Night. Club Gallery, 150 Point St., Providence. 401-751-7166.

Streetlight Manifesto / Reel Big Fish @ The Palladium. Lionize Rodeo Ruby Love Tickets $21 adv., $23 door.

6:30-11 p.m. Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

Acoustic Saturdays. 7-11 p.m. The Mill, 185 West Boylston St., West Boylston.

Dan Kirouac with guest bassist Al Dusoe. kingphillip. com dankirouac.freeservers.com free. 7-11 p.m. Twohey’s Tavern

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Java and Jazz. Calliope’s 12th Annual Jazz Coffeehouse featuring the music of Mark and Glenn Zaleski. $15 admission.

7:30-9:30 p.m. Calliope Productions Inc, 150 Main St., Boylston.

508-869-6887 or calliopeproductions.org/specialevents.php.

Jesse Fontaine Tio. Award winning vocalist, Jesse Fontaine, will perform “Music From The Great American Songbook and Benyond” with Mike Finneron on Guitar and Herman Hampton on Bass. 7:30-11 p.m. Guiseppe’s Bar & Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508-393-4405 or jessefontaine.net.

BILL McCARTHY MySpace.com/BadClownProductions 8-11 p.m. Periwinkles Bar & Grille, 917 Southbridge St., Auburn.

Jab Nthegroove. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222.

Kung Fu Grip With Hard #9 And Pro Re Nata. $5. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or facebook.com/pages/Kung-Fu-Grip/52613475755.

Saturday’s - Live Music. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484.

Sharp Drezzed Man. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. The Pumphouse, 340 Main St., Southbridge. 508-765-5473.

Tom Yates Group - classic hits of the Woodstock Generation. Tom Yates - guitar & vocals, Rick Maida - bass, Mike Avery - drums. Pop-rock, psych-rock, surf-rock, folk-rock, country-rock, blues-rock no cover charge. 8-11 p.m. Concord’s Colonial Inn, Village Forge Tavern, 48 Monument Square, Concord.

978-369-2373 or myspace.com/thomasyates.

WCUW Blues Fundraiser 10th Annual. Featuring: Shakey Jake and the Blue Vibrations, Charley Dee and The Blues Doctrine, Shakey Ground with Rick Percuoco and an All Star Jam to close the show. Buffet starts at 8PM, Bands at 9PM. 50/50 Raffle and prizes. Please come out and support the blues on WCUW 91.3FM YOUR Community radio station, Worcester. $10 Donation. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Gilrein’s, 802 Main St. 508-791-2583 or WCUW.org.

XRB Band. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Breakaway Billiards, 104 Sterling St., Clinton. 978-365-6105.

Dana Lewis LIVE!. Dana Lewis Live! at the Whistle Stop, 85S Main St. Oxford. Playing the Greatest Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s.

Dion, Elvis, Everly Bros, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Beatles, Stones, Tom Petty, Green Day, Pink Floyd & More. Great Food, Full Bar, Wide Screens, Full Lottery & ME! NO Cover. BE There! FREE!.

8:30-11:30 p.m. Whistle Stop Bar & Grill, 85 Main St., Oxford.

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Linda Dagnello/Pamela Hines Quintet. 8:30 p.m.midnight Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-7534030.

Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-midnight Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Andy Cummings. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cigar Masters, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

Auntie Trainwreck. Be there as Auntie Trainwreck makes their regular monthly appearance at Club Kasbar on 11/26/11 and gives you another performance to remember! Please join us for another exciting night out with your favorite Auntie- we’ll be playing our own special blend of Classic Rock, Blues, New Country and Alt Rock favorites, plus our own original material and some brand new cover songs you may not have heard from us before!

Plus, try to win a copy of our new demo if yuo can answer our trivia questions, or pick up an AT T-shirt for only $10. Join Luke, Lee, Matt, and the rest of the Kasbar staff as they party with your favorite Auntie- it’s sure to be another unforgettable night at Club Kasbar- see you there! 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

DJ TONY T. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Mixers Cocktail Lounge, 105 Water St. 508-762-9499.

DJ’s Friday & Saturdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cafe Destare, 320 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5734.

Franco, Rare Breed. 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

Girl Spot Saturdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Club X, 681 Valley St., Providence. myspace.com/girlspotri.

Hometown Reunion Extravaganza! w/ theWANDAS, Radio America, Aloud (acoustic), and The Blackboard Nails (formerly Baby Strange)!. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543.

John Cate. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508752-9439.

Jubilee Gardens. beautiful new Italina restaurant with music on Fri & Sat nights in downtown Ware Mass 9 p.m.midnight gheppetto’s grill, 91 Main St., Ware. 413-277-0707 or jubileegardens.com.

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Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222.

NO ALIBI. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350.

Probable Cause. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420.

SPINSUITE SATURDAYS - Top 40. SPINSUITE SATURDAYS - DJ SOUP - DJ NICK - DJ B-LO spin your favorite Dance, Mash Ups & Top 40 Tracks. Fusion’s Lounge opens at 9:00 pm and Dance Club opens at 10:30pm. Coat room with attendant

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Touched - Classic Rock and 80’s Pop. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Chopstick’s Restaurant & Lounge, Commercial Road, Leominster. touchedband.com.

Under Pressure. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750.

Hip Hop Dance Party with DJ HappyDaze Sat. Nights!. Dance the night away upstairs in the Den with DJ HappyDaze! Playing a great mix of Top 40, Old school and hip hop! 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Days End Tavern, 287 Main St., Oxford.

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Mullethead. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900.

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Where’s Tom. Classic Rock from 70’s & 80’s No Cover. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Rte 56 Roadside Bar & Grill, 24 Leicester St (Route56), North Oxford. 508-987-8669 or wherestomrocks.com.

Little Big Wheel Rock n’ Soul. Original Rock n’ Roll tunes delivered with a Soul Shakedown! NO COVER!!. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Sahara Cafe & Restaurant, 143 Highland St. 508-798-2181.

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Live Jazz Brunch with Chet Williamson. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

Ton of Blues Bah Jam. 2-6 p.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484.

Live Music Sunday. 4-8 p.m. McBride’s Pub, 161 Wayland Ave., Providence. 401-751-3000.

The Invaders! The Invaders are a fun cover band that plays rock, blues and r+b hits from the 60s-present and will make you dance all night long! No Cover (FREE). 4-8 p.m. The 140 Club, 334 Redemption Rock Trail, Sterling.

Traditional Irish Seisiun. Authentic Irish Seisiun held the 2nd & 4th Sunday of every month. Area regional musicians come from far & wide to “jam” in the age-old Irish version of a pick-up band. Fiddlers, in whistles, flutes, banjos, pipes, singers & more stop in to just enjoy making music. An old world tradition suitable for the entire family. Free (Worcester College Students Earn WOO Points). 4-8 p.m. Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre, 19 Temple St. 508-792-3700.

Bobby Gadoury 5pm, then Andy “The Human Jukebox” Cummings 9pm to Close!. No Cover. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Vincent’s presents: Big Jon Short. Armed with a suitcase kick-drum, National Reso-phonic Guitar and Lowebow cigar-box hillharp, Big Jon Short’s high energy solo performances bring a foot-stomping show that taps into the heart of the songs, regional styles, and folklore of the Blues. bigjonshort.com 5-8 p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439.

Peters Says Denim presents Fearless Friends Tour Bless The Fall @ The Palladium (upstairs). The World Alive Motionless In White Tonight Alive Chunk! No, Captain Chunk!

Tickets $16 adv., $19 door. 6-11 p.m. Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

Rock n Roll Dance Party With The Shakin All Over Band. 6:30 Beginner Group Swing Dance Lesson 7:30pm The Shakin All Over Band Rock n Roll Dance Party A Great time to get started in Swing Dancing Come with or without a partner. All Dance2Swing events are a mixture of singles and couples. Join Us For A Rockabilly New Years Eve Party with The Memphis Rockabilly Band $15 Advance $20 Door Visit our up-site below for advance ticket purchases and up-dates. $12.. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Leominster Elks Lodge 1237, 134 N. Main St., Leominster. 978-263-7220 or dance2swing.com.

Creeping Death, The Metallica Tribute, Fuel Of War And No Room To Breathe. $5. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or facebook.com/ fuelofwarband.

Piano Night. Great evening of great music on the piano each week a different artist. Watch Facebook for who’s gonna be here each week.... NO COVER CHARGE. 8-11:30 p.m. Mixers Cocktail Lounge, 105 Water St. 508-762-9499.

Dancing with DJ Cisco. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Mirabar, 35 Richmond St., Providence. 401-331-6761 or mirabar.com/calendar.htm.

Sunday Theme Party 18+. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club Gallery, 150 Point St., Providence. 401-751-7166 or facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Providence-RI/ClubGallery/187471818731?v=wall.

DJ WHITE BOI. 10 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Mixers Cocktail Lounge, 105 Water St. 508-762-9499.

REGGAE FUSION SUNDAYS with DJ Nick. Worcester’s longest running REGGAE night hosted by DJ Nick and Guest DJ’s spinning the HOTTTEST Reggae, Hip Hop and Top 40 every Sunday.

10 p.m.-2 a.m. Fusion, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100.

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till Close!. No Cover. 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

Blue Mondays - Live Blues. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122.

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Thrash And Burn Tour Winds Of Plague. Chelsea Grin As Blood Runs Black For The Fallen Dreams Upon A Burning Body In The Midst Of Lions Like Moths To Flames Volumes Tickets $20 adv., $22 door. 6-11 p.m. Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

Emmanuel Jal. Former child soldier, Emmanuel Jal has taken a childhood of bloody violence and turned it into a message of hope.

At the age of 7 Jal was swept up in the Sudanese rebel army, barely escaping with his life. He found comfort in music and began singing as a way to ease the pain. His music is now a beacon of hope for those who are experiencing the same despair he once endured. Join us in listening to the message of hope inspired by this former child soldier. Seating is limited. Please RSVP at http://emmanueljal.eventbrite.com or call Jamie in the Center for the Study of Human Rights at 508-929-8871 with questions or to reserve a seat. FREE. 7-9 p.m. Worcester State University, Shaughnessy Administration Building, Fuller Theater, 486 Chandler St. 508-929-8078.

Open Mic Night w /Bill McCarthy Open Mike!.

OPENMCC@VERIZON.NET FREE!. 7-11 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350.

The Earth and Spirit Singers (weekly rehearsal).

Join the chorus! Be a part of the Earth and Spirit Singers. Lend your voice to our community chorus, celebrating peace, earth and nature. We’ll sing for the beautiful, amazing and fragile environment on our small planet. We’ll also sing songs of working people, of peace, and of spirituality. Led by composer/guitarist Jim Scott, The Earth and Spirit Singers is a no-audition choral group. The chorus welcomes singers of any age and experience. Learning from music and by ear, the chorus sings many styles of music celebrating ecology, peace and world community. Four Songfest evenings start September 14th. The regular rehearsals start on October 12th.

For information and to register interest, visit: JimScottMusic.com, call: 508-755-0995, or email: Jim@JimScottMusic.com $7 per rehearsal. 7-9 p.m. First Unitarian Church of Worcester, 90 Main St. 508-755-0995 or JimScottMusic.com.

Acoustic Christmas starring: THE FRAY. WXLO presents its third annual ACOUSTIC XMAS concert, starring THE FRAY, plus very special guest Artists - to be announced. Forming in 2002, Denver-based The Fray is comprised of Isaac Slade (vocals, piano), Joe King (guitar, vocals), Ben Wysocki (drums) and Dave Welsh (guitar). The band has struck a huge chord with audiences selling over 4 million albums and 12 million singles worldwide including the multi-platinum hit songs “You Found Me”, “How To Save A Life” and “Over My Head (Cable Car). You won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with acoustic (and semi-acoustic) performances from some of today’s biggest stars, performing their hit songs in the intimate setting of Mechanics Hall. $42.50 / $55 / $65. 7:30-10 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org .

Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band. BOB SEGER & The Silver Bullet Band make a stop at the DCU Center on 11/29 during the second leg of the North American tour! Tickets ON SALE NOW! BOB SEGER & The Silver Bullet Band will go back out on the road this Fall for a second leg to their 2011 North American Tour. Be sure to arrive early to see the legendary Peter Wolf start the night off right performing classics from the J. Geils Band as well as hits from his solo career! Tickets on sale now - available at the DCU Center Box Office, Ticketmaster locations, by phone at 800-7453000 and online at at ticketmaster.com . All information subject to change. All tickets subject to applicable handling, convenience and facility fees. $75, $50. 7:30-10 p.m. DCU Center- Arena and Convention Center, 50 Foster St. 508-755-6800.

Northboro Area Community Chorus. The Northborough Area Community Chorus is a non-profit 4-part chorus, representing 15 local communities. Currently in its’ 40th year, the chorus performs 2 concerts per year, one in December & one in May. NACC awards multiple scholarships each year to high school

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7:30-9:30 p.m. Algonquin Regional High School, Bartlett St., Northborough. 508-393-8943.

Pop Team Trivia. 7:30-11 p.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484.

Rehearsals. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Algonquin Regional High School, Bartlett St., Northborough. nacc/net.

“Totally Tuesdazed!” Tunes in the Diner every Tuesday Night!. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543.

Big Jon Short. Armed with a suitcase kick-drum, National Reso-phonic Guitar and Lowebow cigar-box hillharp, Big Jon Short’s high energy solo performances bring a foot-stomping show that taps into the heart of the songs, regional styles, and folklore of the Blues. bigjonshort.com no cover. 8-11 p.m. Armsby Abbey, 144 North Main St. 508-795-1012 or armsbyabbey.com/2009/08/ jon-short.

Live Music Tuesdays. 8-11 p.m. McBride’s Pub, 161 Wayland Ave., Providence. 401-751-3000.

Open Mic. open mic plus poetry comdy the the clubs kitchen is open free. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. English Social Club, 29 Camp St. 508791-4149.

T.J. Peavey. A veteran, accomplished and eclectic singer, songwriter and guitarist. Pass The Hat. 8-10 p.m. Jak’s Pub, 536 Main St. 508-757-5257.

Terry Brennan / LIVE. 8 p.m.-midnight Banner Pub, The, 112 Green St. 508-755-0879 or terrybmusic.com.

Bobby Gadoury American Songbook Sing-a-long!

Come take the stage and sing a song, LIVE. No Cover.

9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508753-4030.

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Open Mic. The Raven, 258 Pleasant St. 508-304-8133.

Brown Bag Concert: Greg Abate. Widely considered among jazz writers and aficionados to be on eof the “best post bebop alto players out there today” Greg Aate is a jazz saxophonist, flutist, & composer. Abate is a Grammy Award nominee who spends half the year touring the globe. Abate has played with the Ray Charles Orchestra, Channel One, and the revived Artie Shaw Orchestra. Greg tours the U.S., Canada, and Eruope. Brown Bag Concerts are free and open to all; bring your lunch or buy one at the Hall while they last! Concerts are broadcast live on WICN at 90.5 FM and around the world on wicn.org. Free Admission. noon-1 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-5608 or mechanicshall.org/tickets/brownbag.html.

Worcester Children’s Chorus 2011-2012 Mid-Season Auditions. The Worcester Children’s Chorus is holding midseason auditions for all choirs. The WCC seeks boys and girls ages 8 - 18 who like to sing. Auditions are by appointment only. 3-8 p.m. Assumption College, Kennedy Hall, Room 105, 500 Salisbury St. 508-767-7077.

Showcase Wachusett - Rescheduled. This is no ordinary shopping excursion. Experience the finest offerings of the Wachusett Region in one, elegant evening at the picturesque Wachusett Village Inn. Wine, Cheese, Chocolate and Hand-crafted Jewelry are just a few of the wonderful products that will delight your senses. Free. 5-8 p.m. Wachusett Village Inn & Conference Center, 9 Village Inn Road, Westminster. 978-365-2043 or soundsofwachusett.com.

Girls Night Out! FREE Billiards & Gamecards & Appetizers & Desserts. Girls Night Out Every Wednesday All Females (ages 2-92) Receive: Free Billiards All Night $5 GameCard Complimentary Appetizer Buffet Chocolate Covered Fruit ALL AGES UNTIL 9PM! After 9PM, 18+. Free. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Jillian’s -

Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900.

Share The Welt Tour Five Finger Death Punch @ The Palladium. All That Remains Hatebreed Rev Theory Tickets $35 adv., $38 door. 6:30-11 p.m. Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.

“A Night Of Barnburning Blues” Acoustic Blues Open Mic, Every Wednesday, hosted by Sean Fullerton. Dinner, Drinks, Music & Fun!!. 7-10 p.m. South Side Grille & Margarita Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 508-4792309 or seanfullertonmusic.net.

Open Mic. Acoustic open mic beginning Nov. 2. Sign up at 7:00 pm, Performers start at 7:30. Feature act starts at 8:45, Drop-in performers start again at 9:30. Nice stage and lighting. Good sound system and room acoustics. Select videos will be posted online at http://blbrumby.com. Professional videographer will be on site as well offering nice audio/video packages. 0. 7-11 p.m. Rte 56 Roadside Bar & Grill, 24 Leicester St (Route56), North Oxford.

508-987-8669.

Open Mike Wednesday - Hosted by Phil and Trisha Knudsen. Come enjoy the best in local live music. You can come to watch or come to perform and watch. But whatever your choice is come down for dinner and drinks and stay for the music!!

Performers sign up after 7pm, bring your appetite and stay the evening. Join the facebook group “Friends of Harvest Cafe Open Mike” for more information. No cover, pass the hat for the hosts.

7-10 p.m. Harvest Café, 40 Washington St., Hudson. 978-5670948.

FREE Wednesday night Concert series with ENDSUS and TBA. FREE. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or luckydogmusic.com.

Open Mic Night!. Looking for Worcester’s amazing acoustic acts to come check out the new Leits Back Bar Open Mic night!!!!!!

Sign-ups begin at 8 and acts begin at 830. We’ll keep the music

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Patty Keough. Multi-talented singer songwriter, folk and acoustic rock Pass The Hat. 8-10 p.m. Jak’s Pub, 536 Main St. 508-757-5257.

Sam James. 8-11 p.m. Banner Pub, The, 112 Green St. 508755-0879.

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.

Clayton Willoughby!. No Cover. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030.

art

Assumption College: Emmanuel d’Alzon Library, Christmas Cards by Théodore Jobin, Tuesday - Friday; d’Alzon Arts Student Art Show, Tuesday. 500 Salisbury St. 508-767-7272 or assumption.edu/dept/Library Booklovers’ Gourmet, Do You Hear the Sirens’ Call, Through Dec. 3. 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.

Clark University: Cohen-Lasry House, Power, Prosperity and Hope in Eastern Congo - ongoing exhibit, Through Jan. 22, 2012. 11 Hawthorne St. clarku.edu/departments/holocaust

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University: Traina Center for the Arts, KINDRED SPIRITS Ongoing Gallery Show, Through Dec. 12. 92 Downing St. clarku.edu College of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, Viewpoint: Holy Cross’ Visual Arts Faculty, through Dec. 8.

Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, 2-5 p.m.

Saturday. 1 College St. 508-793-3356 or holycross.edu/ departments/cantor/website.

Dark World Gallery, WORCESTER AT WORK: New artwork by Carrie Nixon, through Nov. 30. Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 179 Grafton St. darkworldgallery.com.

EcoTarium, Arctic Adventure, Through Dec. 31; Preschool and Toddler Wednesdays, Wednesdays, through Dec. 31. 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 Higgins Armory Museum, WOO Card good at Higgins Armory Museum, Through Dec. 31; Thanksgiving Weekend at the Higgins, Friday - Sunday. 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. 508-853-6015 or higgins.org Museum of Russian Icons, Sacred Russian Castings, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Jan. 7. 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 fre. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or

978-598-5005 or museumofrussianicons.org.

Old Sturbridge Village, Ride the Stagecoach at Old Sturbridge Village, Through Nov. 24; Thanksgiving Weekend, Thursday Sunday. Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age. Children under 3 fre. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 or osv.org.

Post Road Art Center, Call to Artists: Miniature Show 2011, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Dec. 1. Hours: closed Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Monday - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508-4852580 or postroadartcenter.com Prints and Potter Gallery, Paint the Town Two, Through Dec. 3. 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. 508-752-2170 or printsandpotter.com Salisbury Mansion, Home for the Holidays, Sundays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Nov. 25 - Jan. 1. Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-753-8278 or worcesterhistory.org Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Holly Days: Fashioned from Nature, Friday - Monday; Holly Days - Create a Winter Craft, Saturdays, Nov. 26 - Dec. 17; Kissing Ball, Saturday; Gardener’s Wreath I, Sunday; Gardener’s Wreath II, Sunday; Holly Days: Food & Fire, Wednesdays, Nov. 30 - Dec. 28; MEMBERS Double Discount Evening, Wednesday (Nov. 30). Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday.

Admission: $10 Adults, $7 Seniors & $5 Youth, FREE to Members & Children under . 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Worcester Art Museum, Art Since the Mid-20th Century, Through Dec. 31, 2012; Teacher Workshop - Honey in the Renaissance, Wednesdays, through Dec. 14; Wall at WAM: Charline von Heyl, Through Jan. 31, 2012; Teen Thursdays, Thursdays,

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November 25, 26 December 2, 3 at 8pm November 27 and December 4 at 2pm Adults: $20, $15, Kids $10 Call 978 632-2403 or purchase tickets online theatre.mwcc.edu WORCESTERMAG.COM

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through Dec. 1; Holidays at WAM 2011, Friday - Saturday; WPI Vocal Performance Lab Chorus and WPI Brass Ensemble, Sunday. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all first Saturdays of each month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or worcesterart.org.

Worcester Center for Crafts, Holiday Festival of Crafts, Sundays, Fridays, Saturdays, Nov. 25 - Nov. 27. Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday, closed Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or worcestercraftcenter.org.

Worcester Historical Museum, The Cakemaker’s Portrait, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through March 31. 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. 508-753-8278 or worcesterhistory.org.

WPI: George C. Gordon Library, Images of China : Photographs by the WPI Chinese Student Association, Through Dec. 23. 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu.

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Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Escape Fri and Sat Nov 25th & 26th Corey Rodrigues Taylor Connelly and Dan Gill. $20 per person except Special Events. 8 p.m.-midnight Biagio’s Grille, Comedy Room, 257 Park Ave. Call 800-401-2221 or visit laughstub.com/templates/images/logos/dick-doherty-logo1.png.

Open Mike Comedy - Saturdays, Saturday, July 24 - 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.

Frank’s Comedy Safari - Saturdays, Saturday, April 23 - Monday, April 23. Show Every Sat Night ...Call 1-800-71-Laugh For Reservations Or Buy Tickets At The Door $20 A Ticket. 8-9:30 p.m. Viva Bene Italian Ristorante, 144 Commercial St. Call 508-799-9999 or visit frankscomedysafari@ yahoo.com.

“My Strange Addiction” Casting - Thursday, October 13 - Friday, December 16. My Strange Addiction is searching for men and women with strange addictions, compulsive behaviors, and quirky habits or obsessions, who would like to share their stories on this documentary television series. This program will explore how your addiction developed and how it has been impacting your life. Your addiction may be serious, silly, strange, or embarrassing, but if it’s affecting your life, we’d like to help. All participants will be provided with professional medical and/or psychological insights, as best fits your situation. If you or someone you know has a strange addiction, send your name, age, city/state, and a brief description of your addiction or behavior to chicagocasting20@ gmail.com We understand that any addiction can be difficult to discuss, and we appreciate you sharing your story with us. All inquiries will be kept confidential. We hope to hear from you soon!

To Be Determined Call 312-467-8660.

Wisecracks Comedy Club @ Jose Murphy’s Saturdays, Saturday, November 12 - Saturday, December 17.

Wisecracks is Worcester County’s newest and hottest comedy club franchise - this location is in Jose Murphy’s (2nd floor) every

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Saturday night. There’s a full bar and food menu in the showroom!

During the show, get a pitcher and a large pizza for just $10. You’ll see comics that have been on Comedy Central, HBO and all the late night shows. This location is also 18+ We are expanding to several other venues in central Massachusetts!!! Go to our website for more information. $12 (All Woo card holders and active duty military is 2 for 1). 8-10 p.m. Jose’ Murphy’s, 2nd Floor, 97-103 Water St. Call 508-792-0900 or visit wisecrackscomedyclub.com.

Honk! - Fridays, Saturdays, Friday, November 18 - Saturday, November 26. The Oliver Award-winning musical Honk! Is the story of Ugly, whose gawky looks incite prejudice until, along with his harrowing journey, he discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny. This beautiful Gilbert Players production will inspire and delight the whole family. $15 adult / $13 senior / $12 child. 7:309:30 p.m. Cultural Center at Eagle Hill, 242 Old Petersham Road, Hardwick. Call 413-477-6746 or visit centerateaglehill.org/events. php?event_cat_id=Array&event_id=1193.

Carlos Mencia - Friday, November 25, Saturday, November 26..

Carlos Mencia, superstar/stand-up comedian, is undoubtedly one of today’s most lauded entertainers and feared comics. Whether it is man-on-the-street interviews, studio comedy, commercial parodies, or nationwide sold-out tours, Mencia demonstrates an extraordinary ability to connect with a diverse audience. $28. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston. Call 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com/event/010047551DE BC555?camefrom=cfc_boswilbur_fl.

Children of Eden - Friday, November 25 - Saturday, November 26. Freely based on the story of Genesis, “Children Of Eden” is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children. Adam, Eve, Noah and the “Father” who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message: that “the hardest part of love... is letting go.” $20 for evenings; $15 for matinees; $10 for children. 8-10:30 p.m. Mount Wachusett Community College: Theatre, 444 Green St., Gardner. Call 978-632-2403 or visit theatre. mwcc.edu.

Bo Burnham - Saturday, November 26.

Bo Burnham is a teenager and comedian. in 2006, he wrote songs, posted them online, and lots of people saw them. Then, he started playing live shows. He played at colleges, clubs and theaters. People came. In August of 2008, four days after his eighteenth birthday, he became the youngest person to record a comedy central special. He released a CD in march 2009.

Some people think he is funny. $24.50$29.50. 7-9 p.m. Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston. Call 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com/ event/01004697FCA89A08?camefrom=cfc_boswilbur_fl.

The Wailers - Sunday, November 27. Following leader Bob Marley’s death from cancer on May 11, 1981, the Wailers Band struggled nearly a decade for direction, hampered from releasing their own music by a Gordian knot of legal entanglements.

Anchored by world-class bassist Family Man Barrett and his drummer brother Carlton (who was murdered by gunmen hired by his wife in April 1987), the Wailers Band performed wellreceived international tours almost constantly through the ‘80s.

Lead guitarist Junior Murvin bravely handled most of the vocal chores, and keyboard stalwart Wya Lindo and percussionist Seeco Patterson (who brought the original Wailers to their first audition in 1963) added credibility, but as the ‘90s progressed, despite the title of their first solo offering, they were still struggling to establish their own identity on records like 1994’s Never Ending Wailers and 1996’s Jah Message. $25-$28. 8-10 p.m. Wilbur Theatre, 246

Tremont St., Boston. Call 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com/ event/01004736C92EACA1?camefrom=cfc_boswilbur_fl.

The Pirate’s Magical Pumpkin - Tuesday, November 29. A pirate pulls his ship to shore in search of a very unique pumpkin- a magical one. This pumpkin is capable of finding him treasures in the sea. However, the magical pumpkin has many friends in the nearby pumpkin patch who need him. Who will the magical pumpkin help? A great show for Halloween! Adults $5 / Children with adult no charge. 11-12:30 a.m. Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts & Humanities, the Arts Center, The Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. Call 508-346-3341.

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Ballroom Dance Beginner Tango/Rumba. Learn and have fun with other couples and singles. Rumba sometimes called the dance of love, is characterized by a romantic feeling and sensual hip action. Tango a smooth dance characterized by a close hold, low center of gravity and an emphasis on contra body movement. Movement in Tango is stealthy, almost cat like and has

many talented students of Pakachoag. Sugary confections: candy canes, dewdrops, sugar plums, and other delectable treats will be served (free of charge) and refreshments will be available for sale.

Prized items including an autographed slipper and nutcracker by a star performer, the Conductor’s baton, restaurant gift certificates and more will be raffled. Children, come dressed in costume (or just a fantastical dress or dapper tie) and win a prize! Tickets for this combo-event are available for $47.50 each; a family package discount is available for a ticket orders of four for $180-a price savings of $10! Raffle tickets are $1 a piece-8 for $5 or 15 for $10-and can be purchased separately at the School office or at the Sugar Plum Reception. 47.50. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2nd Floor, 2 Southbridge St. 508-791-8159 or pakmusic.org/eventreg.php.

Salsa Passions. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Cafe Destare, 320 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5734.

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Ballroom Dance Beginner Bolero. Learn and have fun with other couples and singles. Bolero is a slow romantic dance characterized by gliding movement and dramatic arm styling. No partner or experience required. $10.00 drop in. $50 monthly membership includes all classes. 7-8 p.m.

Poise Style & Motion Ballroom Studio, 97 Webster St. 508-752-4910 or psmdance.com.

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Ballroom Dance Intermediate Tango/ Rumba. Learn and have fun with other couples and singles. Rumba sometimes called the dance of love, is characterized by a romantic feeling and sensual hip action. Tango a smooth dance characterized by a close hold, low center of gravity and an emphasis on contra body movement. Movement in Tango is stealthy, almost cat like and has an unmistakable staccato feel. No partner required. $10.00 drop in. $50 monthly membership includes all classes. 7-8 p.m. Poise Style & Motion Ballroom Studio, 97 Webster St. 508-7524910 or psmdance.com.

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Ballroom Dance Beginner Night Club Two Step. Learn and have fun with other couples and singles. Night Club Two Step is a fun, easy dance that is done to slow music. No partner or experience required. $10.00 drop in. $50 monthly membership includes all classes. 7-8 p.m. Poise Style & Motion Ballroom Studio, 97 Webster St. 508-752-4910 or psmdance.com.

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an unmistakable staccato feel. No partner or experience required. $10.00 drop in. $50 monthly membership includes all classes. 7-8 p.m. Poise Style & Motion Ballroom Studio, 97 Webster St. 508752-4910 or psmdance.com.

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Sugar Plum Reception. Come experience anew the joy, the intrigue, the power, and the love that is Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, The Nutcracker. Pakachoag Music School of Greater Worcester, as a sponsor of the November 25, 2011 performance at The Hanover Theatre, celebrates Ballet Arts Worcester’s commitment to great dance. Please join us as we delight in the excitement and the inspiration of the evening by attending this event as well as a fanciful Sugar Plum Reception to be held at The Hanover Theatre from 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity to meet and have your picture taken with some of the performers as well as the Conductor while listening to music provided by a few of the

Barnes & Noble Poetry Reading-EB 100 Program. Please join us for this last program at Barnes & Noble of the year as we host a special night in the continuation of the Elizabeth Bishop Centenary Year. Tonight, a double feature reading by two previous First Place Winners of the WCPA Annual Poetry Contest, Patricia Youngblood and Curt Curtin, reading from their own work as well as selected and favorite EB poems. Open mic precedes the feature reading and all are welcome to linger after the reading in the cafe for coffee and conversation. Hosted by Carle Johnson. free and open to the public.

7-9 p.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers - MA/Worcester, In the stacks, 541 D Lincoln St. 508-853-6994 or wcpa.homestead.com.

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The Poets’ Asylum. Join Worcester’s longest running poetry series every Sunday night for an open mic reading followed by a featured poet and/or poetry slam. This week we welcome XXX to our stage. Oh, there’s no place like Home for the Holidays! That’s right kids. This week we’re inviting everyone over for a variety slam, and to help you get your Holiday shopping done. At the end of each

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round the winner will take home a fabulous prize! Once you’ve finally woken up from your turkey nap, come on down to the Poets’ Asylum for a Holiday themed evening of delight.

We’re thinking holiday songs, decorations and leftovers. Each round has a theme and a task. Complete the task to move on to the next round. poetsasylum.org. No cover; $3-5 suggested donation.. 7-10 p.m. WCUW 91.3 FM - Worcester’s Community Radio Station, 910 Main St. 508-753-1012.

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Reading and book signing with Bonnie Marshall.

Dive into a world of traditional Russian legends and myths during a special reading and book signing with Bonnie Marshall, author of The Snow Maiden and Other Russian Tales . Bonnie will read from her book at 1 PM and will be available until 3 PM to sign books. For this day only, the book will be available in the Museum Shop for $32, a discount of 20% off the cover price. The book makes a wonderful holiday gift, especially when personalized by the author. Bonnie is an award-winning author, teacher, storyteller, and folklorist based in New Hampshire. She specializes in topics pertaining to Russian, Arctic, Balkan, and Armenian cultures. She has attended several teacher and research exchange programs in Russia and has done extensive fieldwork in Russia, collecting songs and anecdotes there. Bonnie’s diverse career has also encompassed teaching Russian language and literature and English in high schools and universities throughout the United States and Russia. She currently serves as a museum teacher at the New Hampshire Historical Society’s Museum. Bonnie wrote and narrated the Museum’s Mass Humanities-funded family audio tour. FREE with Museum Admission. 1-3 p.m. Museum of Russian Icons, 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000, ext. 17 or museumofrussianicons.org.

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Spirituality What it is and Why it Matters. Based on his forthcoming coming book on the subject Professor Gottlieb will explore these questions: What is spirituality and how is it like and unlike traditional religion, morality, and mysticism? How does spirituality make our lives both better and far more difficult? What is a spiritual practice and why are spiritual practices necessary?

What role can spirituality play in personal health and in social/ political activism? http://rogersgottlieb.wordpress.com/ free. 4-6 p.m. WPI: Salisbury Laboratories, SL 104, 100 Institute Road.

A Night with the Massachusetts State Police Colonel Marian McGovern. Please join us for a talk titled “A Night with the Massachusetts State Police” by Colonel Marian McGovern of the Massachusetts State Police. This talk is part of the the Franklin M. Loew Lecture Series at Becker College and is open to the public. Seating is limited. RSVP to lectures@becker.edu.

Free. 7-8 p.m. Becker College: Borger Academic Center, Daniels Hall, 9 Washburn Square, Leicester. 508-373-9460 or becker. edu/lectures.

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“Regulation of Unconventional Myosin: Tail Inhibition and Cargo Activation Mechanism”. Dr. Mitsuo Ikebe Professor Department of Microbiology and Physiological Systems University of Massachusetts Medical School Hosted by: Dr. Luis Vidali, Biology and Biotechnology and Dr. Jose Arguello, Chemistry and Biochemistry noon-1 p.m. WPI: Life Sciences and Bioengineering Center, GP1002 Seminar Room, 60 Prescott St.

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WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY MODERNIZATION/NEW DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT INVITATION FOR BIDS The Worcester Housing Authority will receive sealed bids for the REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING PLUMBING WASTE PIPE RISERS at ELM PARK TOWER APARTMENTS (195 Units), until 10:00 A.M. on Friday, January 6, 2012 at the office of the Worcester Housing Authority, Modernization/New Development Office, 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA 01605 at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The project consists of plumbing upgrades at ELM PARK TOWERS, 425 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA. Estimated construction cost is $774,008. All bids must conform with provisions of Mass. General Law, Chapter 149, Section 44A to 44L inclusive and the Instruction to Bidders. The General Contractor must be DCAM certified in the General Contracting category and must submit a current DCAM Certificate of Eligibility and a signed update statement.

Filed sub-bids will be taken for the following portions of the work: • Painting • Plumbing • Resilient Flooring All such filed sub-bids shall be in the possession of the Worcester Housing Authority at 81 Tacoma Street, Worcester, MA. not later than 10:00 A.M. on Friday, December 16, 2011, at which time all bids will be opened and publicly read aloud. Immediately following sub-bid opening the Worcester Housing Authority will mail to General Contractors on record, a list of sub-bidders not rejected by the Worcester Housing Authority, and the General Bidders excluded from using such bids, all in accordance with the provisions of Section 44A to 44L inclusive of Chapter 149 of the Mass. General Laws. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available for pickup at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at www.BidDocsOnline.com (may be viewed electronically and hardcopy requested) or at Nashoba Blue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). There is a refundable plan deposit of $50.00 per set (maximum of 2 sets) payable to BidDocsOnline Inc. Deposits must be electronically paid or must be a certified or cashiers check. This deposit will be refunded for up to two sets for general bidders and for one set for sub-bidders upon return of the sets in good condition within thirty days of receipt of general bids. Otherwise the deposit shall be the property of the awarding authority. Bidders requesting Contract documents be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocsOnline, to cover mailing costs. The contract documents may be seen, but not removed at: Nashoba Blue, Inc. 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA, 01749 (978-568-1167) F.W. Dodge, MHC/Joseph Merritt & Co., 17 Everberg Road, Unit C, Woburn, MA 01801 (781-430-2008) Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Pkwy South, Ste 500, Norcross, GA 30092 (203-426-0450) Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid guaranty in the form of a bid bond, issued by a responsible surety company licensed to do business in Massachusetts, or a certified check , or a treasurer’s or cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, made payable to the Worcester Housing Authority as follows; a. By bidders for General Contract in the amount of 5% of the bid price. b. By Sub-Bidders in the amount of 5% of the sub-bid price.

Attention is called to the following: a.

Provisions for Equal Employment Opportunity. b.

Provisions for payment of not less than the minimum wages set forth in the Specifications. c.

Provisions of Chapter 14, Acts of 1966, Imposing a Temporary Sales Tax, section 1, Subsection 6 (d) and (k) exempting the Authority from the operation of such a chapter; d.

Requirement to furnish and pay for a Performance Bond and Labor and materials Bond as set forth in the Specifications. e.

Insurance Certificate indicating coverage for public liability, property damage and workers compensation, in accordance with the contract requirements, must be filed by a successful bidder upon signing of the contract.

Each General Bid shall be accompanied by: (1) Non-Collusive Affidavit attached to the bid (2) DCAM Certificate of Eligibility (3) General Contractor Update Statement (4) Form HUD-5369A Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders Each Sub-Bid shall be accompanied by: (1) Non-Collusive Affidavit attached to the bid (2) DCAM Certificate of Eligibility (3) Sub-Bidder Update Statement (4) Form HUD-5369A Representations, Certifications and Other Statements of Bidders A Pre-Bid Conference will be starting at 425 Pleasant Street (front entrance) at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at which time bidders will be invited to visit the project site(s) with the Engineer and a Worcester Housing Authority Representative. Failure to attend or visit the premises shall be no defense in failure to perform contract terms. There will be no site visits by appointment.

The Worcester Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waiver any informality in the bidding if it is in the public interest to do so. No bid of a General Bidder shall be withdrawn, after opening thereof, prior to thirty (30) days, Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays excluded, of the award of the general contract, without the consent of the Worcester Housing Authority. No bid of a Sub-Bidder shall be withdrawn, excluded, after award of the contract to the General Contractor without the consent of the Worcester Housing Authority. The contact person at the Worcester Housing Authority is Stanley Miknaitis, Senior Project Manager, telephone: (508) 635-3311 Worcester Housing Authority, Arthur T. Sisko, Chairperson, 11/23, 12/2011

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court 225 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608 508-831-2200 Docket No. WO11P3494EA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL In the Estate of: Pauline L Belhumeur Late of: Millbury, MA 01527 Date of Death: 07/18/2011 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 Calvin J Charles of Stow, 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 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM ON: 12/13/2011 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, Denise L. Meagher, First Justice of this Court Date: November 14, 2011 Stephen G. Abraham Register of Probate 11/23//2011

TOWN OF SUTTON Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of Section IV.C. of the Sutton Zoning Bylaw – Site Plan Review, the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the application of Michael Zorena of 38 Silver Street in Auburn, MA on behalf of the entity Z LLC for property at 6 Harback Road, Sutton, MA. The applicant seeks to rebuild the 16,000 +/- s.f. structure previously at this location with a 5,000 s.f. addition. The use, warehouse and distribution, will remain the same as will all other aspects of the site. The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, December 5, 2011 at 7:15 P.M. A copy of the application and plan can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours.

Scott Paul, Chairman 11/17 & 11/23/2011

TOWN OF MILLBURY MILLBURY BOARD OF APPEALS In accordance with Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Law and the Zoning Ordinances of the Town of Millbury, a public hearing will be held in the hearing room of the Municipal Building, 127 Elm Street, Millbury, MA on: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 At: 7:00 p.m. To act on a petition from: Mary Gustafson, 3 Colton Road, Millbury, MA For a Variance in the Millbury Zoning Ordinance relative to: frontage at 3 Colton Rd., Map 31, Lot 31, Millbury, MA in order to divide lot into two parcels. All interested parties are invited to attend.

Richard P. Valentino, Chairman Millbury Board of Appeals 11/17 & 11/23/2011

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE By virtue and in execution of the Power of Sale contained in a certain mortgage given by Lucian P. Hunt and Dawn C. Hunt to National City Mortgage Co., dated August 29, 2003 and registered with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry District of the Land Court as Document No.82426 as noted on Certificate of Title No. C-1-168, of which mortgage PNC Bank, N.A. is the present holder, for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing, the same will be sold at Public Auction at 10:00 a.m. on December 15, 2011, on the mortgaged premises located at 54 Tiffany Circle, Unit P-54, Tiffany Town Houses Condominium, Millbury, Worcester County, Massachusetts, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, TO WIT: The unit conveyed, Unit P-54, is laid out as shown on a plan filed, which plan is a copy of a portion of the plan filed with said Master Deed as to which is affixed a verfied statement in the form provided in M.G.L. Ch. 183A, Section 9. It is subject to and with the benefit of obligation, restrictions, rights and liabilities contained in General Laws Chapter 183A, the Master Deed and the Bylaws filed herewith. Registered Land Plan # 16472-D-8 with Certificate No C-1. The Condominium and each of the units is intended for residential purposes and other uses permitted by the applicable Zoning Ordinances and as set forth in the Master Deed. The undivided percentage interest of the unit conveyed hereunder in the common areas and facilities is .0179. For title, see deed filed as Document No. 67618 with Registered Land Certificate No. C-1-168. For mortgagor’s(s’) title see deed registered with Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry District of the Land Court as Document No. 67618, as noted on Certificate of Title No. C-1-168. These premises will be sold and conveyed subject to and with the benefit of all rights, rights of way, restrictions, easements, covenants, liens or claims in the nature of liens, improvements, public assessments, any and all unpaid taxes, tax titles, tax liens, water and sewer liens and any other municipal assessments or liens or existing encumbrances of record which are in force and are applicable, having priority over said mortgage, whether or not reference to such restrictions, easements, improvements, liens or encumbrances is made in the deed. TERMS OF SALE: A deposit of Five Thousand ($5,000.00 ) Dollars by certified or bank check will be required to be paid by the purchaser at the time and place of sale. The balance is to be paid by certified or bank check at Harmon Law Offices, P.C., 150 California Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02458, or by mail to P.O. Box 610389, Newton Highlands, Massachusetts 02461-0389, within thirty (30) days from the date of sale. Deed will be provided to purchaser for recording upon receipt in full of the purchase price. The description of the premises contained in said mortgage shall control in the event of an error in this publication. Other terms, if any, to be announced at the sale.

PNC Bank, N.A. Present holder of said mortgage By its Attorneys, HARMON LAW OFFICES, P.C. 150 California Street Newton, MA 02458 (617) 558-0500 201106-0573 – BLU 11/17, 11/23, 12/1/2011

WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS November 23, 2011 SEALED BIDS shall be received at the Purchasing Office, 69 Tacoma St., Worceseter, MA 01605 IFBs maybe picked up at the location above or will be mailed/emailed to you . Please email purchasing@worcester-housing.com or call (508) 695-3203, TDD (508) 798-4530. Bidders are responsible for ensuring they have received any/all addenda prior to submitting a bid.

Separate awards will be made for each IFB. WHA reserves the right to reject any all responses, in whole or in part, deemed to be in their best interest. Award of all contracts is subject to the approval of the WHA Executive Director or Board of Commissioners. The Operating Agency shall indemnify and hold harmless the WHA and its officers or agents from any and all third party claims arising from activities under these Agreements as set fort in MGL c.258, section 2 as amended.

Bid No. Release Date Project Title Bid Surety Bid Opening 11-51 11/23/11 Furnish & Install VCT Floor Tile 5% 2:00 p.m., December 9, 2011 Pre-Bid Conference: 81 Tacoma St., Worcester, MA 10:00 a.m., December 2, 2011 DCAM Category: Floor covering 11-52 11/23/11 Surplus of Two Trash Trucks N/A 10:00 a.m., December 9, 2011 Re Cappoli Chief Procurement Officer

TOWN OF SUTTON CONSERVATION COMMISSION The Sutton Conservation Commission will hold a continued public hearing on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 7:15PM, at the Sutton Town Hall, 4 Uxbridge Road, Sutton, MA. The purpose of this hearing is to review a Notice of Intent submitted to the Conservation Commission by Michael & Susan Charest, Auburn, MA. The project consists of construction of a new single family house, septic system associated grading and utilities, on Map 53, Parcels 31, on 35 Carrier Lane, Sutton MA. This notice is publicized in accordance with the provisions of General Law Chapter 131, Section 40 commonly known as the Wetlands Protection Act, and the Sutton Wetlands and Riverfront District Administration Bylaw.

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court 225 Main St. Worcester, MA 01608 508-831-2200 Docket No. WO11P3467EA NOTICE OF PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL In the Estate of: Nora A Najemy Late of: Millbury, MA 01527 Date of Death: 10/10/2011 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 Richard N Bryant of Cape Elizabeth, ME 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 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM ON: 12/06/2011 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, Denise L. Meagher, First Justice of this Court Date: November 9, 2011 Stephen G. Abraham Register of Probate 11/23/2011

COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT (SEAL) 454714 ORDER OF NOTICE TO: Stephanie Cates and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act:, 50 U.S.C. App. § 501 et seq.: Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency, claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in 12 Lexington Road, Unit 12, Paul Revere Townhouses Condominium, Millbury, given

by Stephanie Cates to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., dated February 8, 2008, recorded with the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds at Book 42396, Page 48, and now held by plaintiff by assignment, has/have filed with this court a complaint for determination of Defendant’s/Defendants’ Servicemembers status. If you now are, or recently have been, in the active military service of the United States of America, then you may be entitled to the benefits of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. If you object to a foreclosure of the above-mentioned property on that basis, then you or your attorney must file a written appearance and answer in this court at Three Pemberton Square, Boston, MA 02108 on or before December 19, 2011 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, KARYN F. SCHEIER Chief Justice of this Court on November 7, 2011 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 11/23/2011

TOWN OF MILLBURY PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Millbury Planning Board In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40A of the Massachusetts General Laws, the Millbury Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, December 12, 2011, at 7:30 p.m., at the Municipal Office Building, 127 Elm Street, Millbury, MA, on the application of Mass PV4 – Solar Farm, property located at 29 McGrath Road, Millbury, MA, for Site Plan Review Permit under Article 1, Section 12.4 of the Millbury Zoning Bylaw, and for a PostConstruction Stormwater Management Permit under Section 16-3 of the Millbury General Bylaws, to construct a solar farm. Plan is available to view in the Planning Office.

Anyone wishing to be heard on this application should appear at the time and place designated above.

Richard Gosselin Chairman 11/23, 12/1/2011

TOWN OF SUTTON PLANNING BOARD & DEPARTMENT Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of Section IV.C. of the Sutton Zoning Bylaw – Site Plan Review, the Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the application of Pastor David Payne for Lifesong Church, 330 Southwest Cutoff, Worcester, Ma 01604. The applicant seeks to undertake building site renovations in order to utilize the existing structure at 65 Gilmore Drive, (formerly Schwann Food) as a church.

The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, December 19, 2011 at 7:15 P.M. A copy of the application and plan can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours.

Scott Paul, Chairman 11/23, 12/1/2011

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Sean Wilson WHETHER YOUR HOLIDAY TABLE WILL BE SET WITH TURKEY OR TOFURKY, ODDS ARE STRONG THAT LOCAL FOOTBALL WILL BE ON YOUR MENU THIS THANKSGIVING. HIGH SCHOOL RIVALRIES KEEP US GLUED TO THE BLEACHERS EACH YEAR, AND FOR MANY SENIOR PLAYERS, THIS GAME IS THE LAST TIME THEY WILL PLAY FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILY ALIKE DURING A TRADITIONAL THANKSGIVING DAY GAME. WE ASKED SEAN WILSON, SENIOR CAPTAIN AT ST. JOHN’S IN SHREWSBURY, TO FILL US IN ON WHAT IT IS LIKE TO PLAY THAT HOME FIELD ONE LAST TIME.

Tell us about yourself? I’m 17 years old and I live in Shrewsbury. I’m a senior captain and I play fast and hard. I play running back and middle linebacker. I like to rely on my speed and instincts when I play. I’m also a lacrosse captain, and I run indoor track

What comes first – studies or sports?

Grades always come first and I have a 3.55 GPA.

What brought you to St. John’s prep?

The athletics of St. John’s originally attracted me to the school. I had always seen St. John’s teams winning and dominating in the newspapers, and while in 8th grade, this excellence attracted me there.

Why are sports important to you? Sports are important to me because they are

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what I have grown up with and learned life lessons from. They have taught me the value of teamwork and leadership. I have made my best friends throughout my sports career and have developed character because of it.

How hard has it been to balance your love of sports with consistently good grades? Balancing good grades and sports was very difficult for me freshman year. I was not used to the heavy workload in the class room and then the long hours at practice. As high school progressed it became easier and easier, until it was merely routine. Now as a senior I am very comfortable with the long hours of work between school and sports

What have been some highlights of your high-school football career? The two greatest highlights of my high-school football career have been the two super bowls we won the past two years. It

was great to be a part of something special and win two championships in a row. As far as my senior year goes, being elected captain by my teammates was also a big moment in my career. The most exciting game of the season was the last minute win at Longmeadow in week two. It was a hard fought game for 48 minutes and we pulled through on a last minute TD catch. It was an unbelievable experience.

Tell us about playing football on Thanksgiving – why is it such a big deal?

Playing on Thanksgiving is such a big deal because it’s tradition. All of the alumni come back for this game and everybody’s family is in the crowd.

The atmosphere at Fitton Field is electrifying and it’s great to play such a tough opponent in St. Peter-Marian on the holiday.

STEVEN KING

What important lesson has football taught you? The most important life lesson that football has taught me is dedication. Football has taught me to dedicate myself to a greater cause. The team comes first and we work together day in and day out to win. It’s real special to be a part of a football team with your best friends and work hard every day with them. That bond will never be broken.

This will be your last Thanksgiving football game at the high-school level.

What are your goals for this day? My

main goal for my last high-school Thanksgiving Day game is to win.

Nothing would make this a greater holiday than a win, no matter how we can get it.

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WHAT A YEAR! Dear Charter Customers and Friends: Beginning with a devastating tornado in Connecticut and Massachusetts, followed by the impact of Hurricane Irene and devastating floods in Vermont and New York, and culminating with an historic October snowstorm, Mother Nature sure has tested New Englander’s resiliency in 2011. We have suffered through some extraordinary and challenging times.

“Our sincerest thanks to Charter customers for their patience and support during our battles throughout these conditions.”

With each severe weather event, we learn new “best practices,” which help us refine our Emergency Operations Center policies for rapid line damage assessment, repair and restoration of services we provide.

Our products and services have evolved from an optional entertainment service into being a key connection to education, information, healthcare and business, as well as a link to family and friends. We take this responsibility very seriously and are proud of our service reliability. We know you count on Charter for delivering news and weather, the fastest Internet speeds and reliable digital telephone service.

In addition to the appreciation we extend to our customers, we would also like to recognize the outstanding efforts of our Charter team. Our dedicated employees, who are your friends and neighbors, worked tirelessly battling the challenges put before them. Their primary goal was repairing and restoring services as swiftly and as safely as possible, insuring that our customers received the best care… anywhere. We also acknowledge the work done by the electric power utility teams, who have shown similar dedication in these trying times, as well as local telephone companies, police, fire, public works, tree workers and especially the many, many crews who traveled to our area from near and far to get our neighbors lives back to normal as soon as possible.

We have no doubt Mother Nature will continue to deliver the weather New England is renowned for.

“We assure you that Charter will continue to learn from each challenge, and our mission is always to serve you better.”

Sincerely,

Gregory A. Garabedian Vice President and General Manager-New England

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