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udy Antonucci’s son, Michael, always demonstrated unique behaviors. Being on the autism spectrum, that is to be expected. He had anxiety issues. His family had come to accept and deal with those. But then something else started happening. Michael’s “tics” turned into serious problems, well ELIZABETH BROOKS beyond the behaviors typically associated with autism. Developmentally, he suddenly started regressing. He would shout out F-bombs at the most inopportune times. He became obsessed with his dog dying. Initially, Tourette Syndrome was suspected, but ultimately ruled out. Judy and Stepen Antonucci did not know what was going on with their son. They only knew he was slipping backward in his behaviors and demonstrating disturbing habits and obsessions, such as his sudden belief he would have to return to his sophomore year in school because he ate a salad. He started grinding his teeth and hitting himself in the head to get rid of obsessive-compulsive thoughts. Something most definitely was terribly wrong. But what? As relayed to our Janice Harvey, this is Judy Antonucci’s story of a family’s struggle to reclaim their son amid a baffling mystery – and where it led them. - Walter Bird Jr., editor

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Piercing Emporium move could be delayed

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Marc Williams, owner of Piercing Emporium and Tattoo, at the new location for his business, 205 Shrewsbury St., Worcester, which remains under construction.

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e owns the property. He has already knocked down the old garage that used to be there. Crews have started erecting a new building, installing siding and pouring the concrete slab inside. After that, they were expected to start working on windows, while the inside dries. Then would come the interior work of building the frame and installing plumbing and electrical equipment. The only thing Marc Williams doesn’t have is electricity in his new building at 205 Shrewsbury St. It is where he plans to relocate The Piercing Emporium, which has operated out of 400 Shrewsbury St. since 1999, and which he run since The situation is expected to be resolved, but Williams is hoping the resolution comes before August, when he says the new building would be ready to open – at the latest. “National Grid, even though we ran all the lines right to the pole,” Williams said, “won’t connect us because they said they’re already overpowered with the [transformers] on the pole. They won’t let us connect to it, because they said when our [air conditioners] kick on, it will blow the fuse.” At issue is the utility pole that would, ostensibly, provide power to the building,

which will increase the Piercing Emporium’s total space from about 1,400 square feet to 3,000. It bears a streetlight, and Williams said it is the source of power for the adjacent Kiva Center at 209 Shrewsbury St. According to Williams, National Grid has said it wants to remove the pole because the city wants to use an underground system, rather than utility poles. National Grid, Williams said, instead wants to install an electrical box at the rear of his property. “They’re talking four or five months before they do it,” he said. That, he said, would bring his project to a standstill. “Without them digging and putting in a box,” Williams said, “I can’t pave the driveway. I can’t finish anything, because we’re in limbo.” Williams now has two mortgages: one on his current location, the other on the new building. How long he could maintain that, he said, is a question he cannot answer. “Eventually,” he said, “it’s like owning two homes without selling one. You have two mortgages. We’re going to lose one. We have loans out. It puts us into a timeline, too.” continued on page 6

WOO-TOWN INDE X A weekly quality of life check-in of Worcester

Craft Brew Race starts with running, ends with drinking. Sounds about right. +2

Trot Nixon, at Bravehearts Fan Fest, still looks like the Dirt Dawg he was with Boston Red Sox. +1

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Kids make sweet, and loud, music inside City Hall. +1

Yup, we’re beating that drum again: Lincoln Street traffic flow — and safety — sucks. Particularly, at split of Burncoat and Lincoln. Yeah, it’s personal. -3

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Total for this week:

Melissa Etheridge shows some things only get better with age. +2

It never gets easier hearing a call over the police scanner for a child to be removed from their home. -5

Another black bear found in Worcester. Makes you wonder just what our plans are to conserve woodlands when more and more wild animals find their way into urban areas. -3

One of the surest signs that summer is on its way is the start of youth baseball and soccer in area towns. +2

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Trash talk: Councilors bare teeth on dumping ELIZABETH BROOKS

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akety Yak. City councilors are getting tired of talking about the trash littering streets and sidewalks in Worcester. They want residents and others to get the message: your days of dumping trash are numbered. Their tough talk could soon be followed by tougher action. From increased fines to property liens to a wall of shame, councilors want City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. and the DPW to get as tough as they can with folks who litter the sidewalks with old sofas, mattresses and other trash. At the same time, they also want to give residents more options to dispose of their trash by having the city consider extended hours and other changes at the Residential Drop-Off Center at 1065 Millbury St. And while Augustus touts the efforts being made by the city’s Quality of Life Task Force, he said he will give councilors a “menu of options” to combat the problem. Councilors, meanwhile, this week let off some steam about what many see as a major blight on the city. “I don’t think any of us has not been on board about keeping our city clean,” At-large Councilor Kate Toomey said at meeting this week after her colleague, District 5 Councilor Gary Rosen said it was “about time” the Council took the issue seriously. “We’ve all been speaking about it for a number of years. We should have a wall of shame for all the properties where they don’t take care of their trash. They should be made public. You have your property up once or twice, even just once, you don’t want I up there.” “This is our community,” said Toomey defiantly. “We all live in it. It’s incredibly important we get the message across that we’re not going to put up with it anymore.” She even suggested a competition to

Above, boxes of trash at the corner of Illinois and Gates streets. At right, trash is strewn across Gates Street.

determine who could have the most improved property. The trash talk came amid a bevy of Council orders on the drop-off center, illegal dumping and related issues. At-Large Councilor Moe Bergman said the city should consider how it could penalize offenders. He even suggested property liens. “If we’re not going to get tough on the

penalty end,” he said, “I don’t think the hours of the drop-off center are going to [have a major impact].” The drop-off center was the focus of much discussion, with District 3 Councilor George Russell questioning the finances of the operation. He said he was told only $40,000 to $50,000 was generated last year from the drop-off center. He wondered whether enough

residents were aware of the facility. “The real issue,” Russell said, “is the city isn’t getting the message out about some of the resources we have available to us.” At-Large Councilor Khrystian King suggested increased access to the center, including extended hours. The center is currently open one day during the week, Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bulk waste disposal is by appointment only. There was some talk about non-appointment drop-offs, although Augustus said it was his understanding that appointments were required because someone could load up their vehicle with trash, to the center, and find a line to get in. “You could have the unintended consequence of having more dumping,” the city manager said. At-Large Councilor Konnie Lukes wondered whether it was time to explore a zero-waste program. “Not that we’re going to eliminate things 100 percent,” Lukes said, “but we certainly have to cut down sending our waste products to various facilities.” Zero-waste programs focus on waste prevention, with no trash sent to landfills, incinerators or other facilities. Augustus acknowledged the problem of trash dumping in the city, citing Walpole continued on page 6

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{ citydesk } Williams, according to National Grid, would be responsible for the cost of upgraded service, “less a credit for any new or added load.” Sometimes, a company spokesperson said, the credit is enough to negate the cost. In this instance, the new service has not yet

our company,” the statement read. “Often, customers do not realize the many electrical requirement and steps needed to safely complete a new service.” “In this instance,” the statement continued, “we have been working with the customer

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Street as an example. But he said the city is not sitting idly by. “I know I pepper the Quality of Life team with texts as I drive around the city and notice a couch or a piece of furniture out front,” Augustus said. “The Quality of Life team is often out there. You often see tags on that stuff, which is us basically saying, ‘This couch is out there, move it within a certain number of days, or you’re going to be fined.’” Augustus said it is not just a matter of picking up the trash, but changing behaviors that lead people to dump it in the first place.

“There is more money in the budget for temporary cameras at some of the hot spots for dumping,” he said. “It is complicated … We’ll put together a whole set of what-ifs, give you a menu of options. We’ll see if a combination of these things can make a difference.” Walter Bird Jr. is editor of Worcester Magazine. Share story tips and comments at 508-749-3166, ext. 322, or by email at wbird@worcestermag.com. Follow Walter on Twitter @walterbirdjr and “like” him on Facebook. Don’t miss Walter every week on WCCA TV 194 as a panelist on Rosen’s Roundtable.

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Marc Williams in front of the Piercing Emporium’s current location at 400 Shrewsbury St., Worcester. been designed, “but whatever the cost is,” a spokesperson said, “we are obligated to provide the least expensive option.” In a statement provided to Worcester Magazine concerning Williams concerns, National Grid stated its commitment to providing quality service in a timely manner, and indicated it was awaiting more information from Williams about the project. “We strive to work in an efficient and responsive manner as businesses make changes that require them to interact with

for some time. During those conversations, National Grid has communicated the need for a site plan and proposed electrical usage. We have not yet received that information. “National Grid has advised the customer that a new, larger electrical transformer is needed because the electrical service from the pole from which the customer is asking to be served is not large enough to accommodate the expected building usage.”

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No, not the ABBA song (I’ve dated myself, haven’t I?). In a local election year, it’s all about the money when it comes to candidates’ war chests. Let’s take a look at who we see as potential mayoral candidates in Worcester (others could be in the mix). According to the state Office of Campaign and Political Finance, Mike Gaffney, who “more likely than not” will challenge

0 FOR O’BRIEN: For those keeping track of

former Mayor Joe O’Brien, his account with the Office of Campaign and Political Finance remained closed as of earlier this week. That doesn’t necessarily mean it will stay that way, however. As Worcester Magazine first reported last year, the rather progressive O’Brien was mulling a return to the political stage. Fastforward to earlier this week, when O’Brien pulled out nomination papers for a potential run for at-large City Council. Does that mean he’s definitely in the running? No. But it does put other hopefuls on notice: If O’Brien does turn in his papers by the May 16 deadline – and doesn’t withdraw by May 25 – somebody’s at-large seat is most definitely in jeopardy? Or is it? Has the appetite for progressive politics in Worcester withered or grown? We could find out soon enough. In the meantime, incumbent at-large councilors like Khrystian King and Moe Bergman, who finished sixth and fifth, respectively in the 2015 election, have another potential headache on their hands. Don’t forget, District 5’s Gary Rosen is also running atlarge this year. An O’Brien candidacy could also, conceivably, put incumbent Kate Toomey’s seat in jeopardy, although she is, perennially, a strong finisher. Ditto Konnie Lukes. For now, it remains to be seen whether A) O’Brien turns in his signed papers, and B) he stays in and doesn’t withdraw.

incumbent Mayor Joe Petty again, had $9,737.96 in his account as of April 30. That represented just shy of a $7,000 boost from his starting balance of $2,933.55. That put him almost exactly $6,000 behind Petty, whose account listed a balance of $15,860.41 as of April 15. Perennial candidate Bill Coleman III, meanwhile, boasted a campaign account of $120 as of April 30. Yes, DEARS WHORES … NO, NOT YOU! One astute reader pointed out the rather unfortunate that’s 1-2-0 dollars. (or fortunate?) placement of a “Thank You” ad

from Worcester State University in the April 27 Worcester Magazine. WSU, of course, was once again voted Worcester’s Best University in our Best Of Worcester poll. Their ad ended up on page 37, the same page where an interview with spoken word artist Lydia Lunch ran. The title? “Dear Whores ...” We trust WSU knows the message wasn’t for them!

KEEP YOUR ENEMIES CLOSER? It wasn’t quite Obama talking to Trump, but given the obvious chill between At-Large Councilor Mike Gaffney and Mayor Joe Petty, it is interesting anytime you see the two men chatting one-on-one. But there was Gaffney, leaning against the dais before the start of the City Council meeting earlier this week, wearing what looked suspiciously like smile as he listened to Petty talk about, well, something. Election strategy? Stock tips? Joke of the week?

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{ worcesteria } IN THE RUNNING: Worcesteria has been keeping

you up to speed on who has taken out nomination papers in Worcester. Tom Quinn may be gone, but why stop now? For Council, here’s who has taken out papers so far: (At-Large) Bill Coleman, Gary Rosen, Morales Fundador, Ron O’Clair, Joe Petty, Kate Toomey, Khrystian King, Konnie Lukes, Mike Gaffney, Moe Bergman, Joff Smith, Cesar Batista, Lucelia DeJesus, Ben Straight, and the aforementioned Joe O’Brien; (District 1) Ed Moynihan, Gerardo Schiano, Tony Economou (has since said he will not seek reelection), Joff Smith, Rob Zarges, Sean Rose, Oriana Smith and Keith Puleo; (District 2) Candy Mero-Carlson and Todd Williams; (District 3) George Russell and Davis Asare; (District 4) O’Clair, Michael Simpson, Coreen Gaffney, Sarai Rivera and Ralph Perez; (District 5) Paul Franco, Doug Arbetter, Mike Germain (he has since said he won’t run) and Matt Wally; (School Committee) Dante Camparetto, Jack Foley, Donna Colorio, John Monfredo, Molly McCullough, Dianna Biancheria, Brian O’Connell, Coreen Gaffney, Nick D’Andrea (has since said he will not seek election). Did I miss someone?

FILE UNDER … : I don’t know this officially, but perennial City Council hopeful Bill Coleman has to be among the residents with the most number of petitions filed by councilors. Maybe Jo Hart, too. When an item is filed, by the way, it essentially means it’s tossed in the trash. This week, Coleman suggested the next mayor be paid $75,000. Not going to happen. FIGHTIN’ WORDS: At-Large Councilor Khrystian King’s resolution to have councilors support statewide legislation for a $15-an-hour minimum wage will wait another week, as his colleague Konnie Lukes held the item under privilege. A number of people showed up in support of the resolution – but not all of them. Although his organization did not exactly come out in opposition, the Chamber of Commerce’s Stu Loosemore called for a close look at the local and statewide impact of a $15 wage. Just about everyone else who spoke on the issue was in lock-step with the Fight for $15 movement, including the Worcester County Food Bank, which has a bird’s eye view of struggling families. While King’s resolution was held, District 2 Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson fared better with her order for a report on how such an increase would impact the city and school department budgets.

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MONUMENTAL: Efforts to construct a World War I memorial in Green Hill Park appear

to be moving along nicely, and councilors seem impressed. On Tuesday, Larry Freed, vice president of the Green Hill Park Coalition updated the efforts, giving due notice to WPI’s Steven Van Dessel, who heads the school’s architectural engineering program. Van Dessel put together a rather impressive booklet detailing the work being done to build the memorial, which won’t be far from the state Vietnam War Memorial. Freed said he was “blown away” by Van Dessel’s design. He said the group has done some preliminary fundraising for the project, and is applying for grants. The goal, he said, is a Nov. 11, 2018 completion date, which Freed noted would be the 100th anniversary of the WWI Armistice. Councilors will get their say, with discussion headed to the Veterans Affairs Committee.

FIRE FIGHTER: A big shout out to Worcester Fire Lt. Annie Pickett, who, in case you don’t follow Worcester Magazine online every day (come on, do we have to keep telling you?), has been named the winner of Liberty Mutual Insurance’s 2016 National Firemark Award for Community Service and Public Education. Her win nets the Fire Department a $10,000 grant for public safety education. Apparently, the news was being kept under wraps, but Liberty Mutual made it public earlier this week. Pickett is pretty much the fire safety guru in Worcester. She’s like Andrew Shepherd in “The American President” - she’ll go door to door if she has to (not to collect your guns, but to make sure your smoke alarms are working). Walter Bird Jr. is editor of Worcester Magazine. Share story tips and comments at 508749-3166, ext. 322, or by email at wbird@worcestermag.com. Follow Walter on Twitter @ walterbirdjr and “like” him on Facebook. Don’t miss Walter every week on WCCA TV 194 as a panelist on Rosen’s Roundtable.

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Editorial Is it time for $15? C

atchy slogans and impassioned rally cries do not mean a hike of the minimum wage in Massachusetts to $15 an hour makes sense. There is much more to it than painted signs carried and hoisted by passionate protesters. That is not to dismiss the movement. But behind the public posturing and emotional testimonies, there is much to consider before adopting a gradual increase to $15 an hour. Remember, Massachusetts just recently increased its minimum wage to $11 an hour. Barely three months have passed. Do we have enough data on the impact to start going up another dollar each year until it reaches $15? Maybe. Maybe not. For every story of a single mother struggling to support her children, there is the struggling small business owner whose own income has dipped as he meets the minimum wage requirement. For every union rally for a higher minimum wage, there is a story of a business that has cut employees. It is also worth considering this: A pay raise does not necessarily mean John Q. Public is going to better provide for his family. If we do not simultaneously teach financial responsibility and budgeting to those who may otherwise not have learned it, are we not potentially setting them up to fail? It is not insensitive to raise these questions. It is imperative. At the same time, it must be acknowledged that we need janitors, gas station attendants and other so-called “low-skilled” jobs. Those duties are essential, and if we do not pay enough for those workers to afford the basic necessities, well, it starts a vicious circle. What is troubling, however, is the continued demonizing of big business. That narrow focus ignores the hundreds and thousands of small businesses who very well may not be able to shoulder the burden of a $15-an-hour minimum wage. If your position is that corporations aren’t people, surely you believe the young immigrant who just opened a store or the family hardware store that has been passed down from generation to generation are manned by people. There would seem to be some compromise to be had when it comes to hiking the minimum wage to $15. How about dropping the requirement that businesses in Massachusetts pay time-and-a-half on Sundays and holidays? The larger goal of the Fight for 15 movement, of course, is to eradicate the federal minimum wage of $7.25 an hour and replace it with $15. Think about that. Right now, Massachusetts pays its employees more than $3 an hour more than the federal government requires. It is just one example of how state and federal government are often at odds (another example: marijuana is legal here, yet still illegal under federal law). Is there room at the table for a $15-an-hour minimum wage? Perhaps. But it may require removing some of the settings already in place. It would be unwise, in our desire to lift up a burdened lower class and underpaid workforce, to tilt the scales so decidedly in reverse that we end up negating that effort by crippling business owners.

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Celebrate teachers, school nurses John Monfredo

ome of the heroes within our community are our teachers and our nurses. Next week, the week of May 6, gives us, the community, an opportunity to thank two groups of professionals who make a difference in our school system. Both groups are dedicated to their cause, and reach out to our children and parents every day to assist in making the lives of our students positive and healthy. As a former principal and now a member of the Worcester School Committee, I know firsthand a successful school system must have a balance of academics and wellness. Thus, both groups complement each other very well and are important to our students and their families. Let’s start with our teachers. Teaching is the only profession out of which all others must grow. Education is in an era of great accountability and excellence, but unfortunately the lack of resources and a fiscally sound budget has not kept pace with the needs of our schools. Yet, our teachers continue to work hard, purchase materials out of their own pockets and reach out to our children. They make a difference in the lives of our children. I cannot think of any better way of reaching out and making a difference in the life of a child than being a teacher, for it is a most challenging and rewarding profession. Every day parents entrust the teacher with their children and rely on the teacher to assist them in molding their future. The public should be aware that teachers are the most critical factor in student achievement, far more powerful than class size (which is also important), and other external and internal factors. All children learn different in ways, and teachers in this generation must be equipped to differentiate instruction to support learning. Let us remember a good teacher does more than pass on information. A good teacher inspires a thirst for learning that lasts a lifetime, instills confidence, conveys values and shapes our understanding of the world around us. We as a community don’t thank teachers enough for what they do, day after day, for our students. Despite horrible years

of budget cuts, more students in the classroom as well as additional accountability, our teachers have prevailed and have persevered. Teachers have continued to establish relationships with students and parents in an attempt to make a difference in our students’ lives and in their academic progress. The week of May 6 gives the public an opportunity to say thank you to teachers for what they have given to help students achieve their potential. Establishing a particular time of the year for teacher appreciation helps us to remember how important teachers are in society for education is the economic engine that fuels the economy. The same can be said about our school nurses, for if you think they are only about band aids and ice packs you haven’t been inside a school lately. Nurses on a daily basis are constantly reaching out to our students and their families, and in many cases they are the one person who a child trusts with his/her most inner thoughts. In many cases a nurse is the child’s primary care provider. School nurses are an integral part of the schools and the community, for they continue to address unmet health needs so that the children can focus on learning. Nurses promote healthy behaviors. They improve the health status of children and teenagers. They collaborate with community agencies to meet physical and mental health needs of children and families. They advocate for policy changes to improve health. In short, they are vital leaders, and with the opioid crisis in this state our nurses are trained to administer Narcan (a medication that can reverse the efforts of drug overdose) to save lives if need be. I’m a firm believer that healthy children are successful learners. It’s important to know you can’t educate a child who isn’t healthy, and you can’t keep a child healthy who isn’t educated. The school nurse has a multi-faceted role within the school setting, one that supports the physical, mental, emotional and social health of students and their success in the learning process. Part of their role is to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. continued on next page

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Trump fears abroad Virginia Ryan

raveling has been one of my favorite activities for many years and a learning experience with every trip. Since retiring from teaching, I have volunteered with Global Volunteers teaching Conversational English in many countries (actually one a year for a total of 14 years). I recently returned from Mexico on a Global Volunteer program, where I and 18 other volunteers helped students with their English at the Technology University of Queretaro. I was very impressed with this university, not only for their beautiful campus, but also the caliber of their students. Our students were majoring in subjects such as Environmental Technology, Communication and Information Technologies, Industrial Manufacturing Processes and Nanotechnology, to name a few. One night I asked my students to tell me something about themselves including their ages. One student told me was 42, with a wife and two children. I asked him if he worked. He told me he worked from 6 a.m. until 3:15

talking about “bad hombres,” I cringe. At the end of my trip, I took a bus for the two-hour ride to Mexico City where I stayed at the Hotel Geneve, a 100-year-old beautiful hotel. I had absolutely no problems traveling alone in Mexico City and used their subways. Mexico City has wonderful museums and other sites. But again, I remember my interactions with the Mexican people. People are the same worldwide, regardless of their ethnicity or religion. Trump’s remarks and actions against Muslims and others makes my blood boil when I read them I talked with a man taking the elevator to the lobby area. He had attended an IT conference at the hotel. Hearing his accent I asked him where he was from, and he told me the San Francisco area. I then asked where he was originally from and he said El Salvador. My interest immediately piqued with his answer, and I told him about our wonderful congressman, Jim McGovern. He didn’t remember the name McGovern, but did remember that someone was there to report on human rights violations. That man was Jim McGovern, who as an aide to Congressman Joe Moakley made numerous trips to El Salvador, exposing U.S. involvement supporting these atrocities. That man told me to go to the Museo of Tolerance, a museum that depicts modern day genocide starting with the Holocaust. Exhibits on Darfur, Rwanda and others are included. The final focus of this museum is tolerance, and I was not surprised to see a display showing Donald Trump. A few years ago, I was in Poland and visited Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. I was totally shaken and unnerved by how anyone could commit such heinous crimes against others. I told many people that it should be mandatory for any elected official to have to visit there. Trump should go. The increase in hate crimes and extremism and the emergence of the radical right is a result of Trump’s words and actions. After reading Trump’s plans for the EPA, Medicare, Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, etc., I am surprised some people are still supporting him. Do Americans really want to build a wall at the Mexico border? Do you want tax dollars to pay for this wall? Do Americans really want to deport immigrants, illegal or otherwise, when they are doing the jobs so important to our economy? I am the product of immigrants and so are you who are reading this. We must never forget it.

Your Turn p.m., then came to school from 5-10. I was so impressed that I shook his hand. He went back to school to get a better job. I found out that was not unique in the night sessions at this school. Our team leader told us not to discuss Trump, and if asked about him to ask the students what they thought of their president. I found out the English teachers at the school told their students not to ask the volunteers about Trump. Somehow, the conversation did come up in my classes, and I told them what I thought about Trump. I told them I participated in the Boston Women’s March along with 175,000 people. During a morning session, I took my group outside. Later, I told the students the U.S. had a very serious problem, and asked them if they knew what it was. One student said Donald Trump and I immediately agreed. Some of these students had attended demonstrations demanding respect from Trump, and I encouraged all of them to attend. The bigotry and hatred spewing from Trump has become a serious concern, and I hope Congressional Republicans are ashamed of it as much as I am. To promote a $25-billion wall defies any logic, especially since we benefit so much from trade with Mexico. When I hear Trump

A real voice in shaping our city To the Editor: In December, my 9-year-old son and I were lucky to get a sneak preview of the EcoTarium’s new exhibit, “City Science: The Science You Live.” By far one of our favorite displays at the exhibit was a hands-on activity to design your own ideal neighborhood. In this lowtech, highly-creative and thought-provoking display, we had access to a simple metal tray and choice of magnets to build a city. My son got to work, adding a power plant, a hospital, plenty of police stations and lots of large highways and apartment buildings. I forged my own creation, pulling the magnets for solar power roof tops, community gardens, lots of bike trails and walking paths and apartments above store fronts on the main street. We shared the choices that we made and the reasons we made them. Our visions for a good city were different. My son turned to me and asked, “Now, mommy, can we build one together?” Last May, I initiated a one-year project called Jane Jacobs in the Woo (janejacobsinthewoo.org) to initiate community discussions and actions on building a better Worcester together. This project was founded in honor of the 100th birthday of Jane Jacobs, the famous urban theorist and activist who was dedicated to human-scaled, community-driven city building and wrote the classic, “Death and Life of Great American Cities.” One of the key themes that has emerged in community conversations this year is the strong desire for community participation and control over the shaping of the development agenda in Worcester. There have been several tangible recommendations cited to increase civic participation in Worcester’s development decisions: Post staff reports and plans electronically for public review before meetings of the planning board, zoning board of appeals, Historical Commission and Conservation Commission. The Department of Public Works and Parks should provide notice of upcoming maintenance or construction on EDUCATION BEAT continued from previous page

Our nurses in Worcester support many students with chronic diseases, administer over 500 medications monthly, make time to care for students in school with life threatening allergies, diabetes, asthma, cancer and many other medically complex medical issues and in some instances terminal medical problems. School nurses help keep students in school by managing chronic health conditions, shortening illness-related absences, lessening the number of students sent home needlessly, providing early

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streets, sidewalks and street tree removals to those affected well in advance of the work. Let’s simplify these wishes. No one wants to come home to find a beloved street tree on the sidewalk outside of one’s home has been removed without any notice. Yes, there are many interested residents and business owners who want to know if their street is being repaved to have some say in the final product. Worcester, what kind of city can we build together? What kind of city do we want? What will it look like, smell like, feel like to walk the streets? How can we ensure that we as residents have a real voice in shaping the contours of how Worcester will grow? We are ending the year of Jane Jacobs in the Woo with Jane Week, May 1-7, to give Worcester residents and friends a chance to connect to each other, explore Worcester by foot and participate in interesting conversations on how we can envision and enhance the design and function of our city. You can find a detailed brochure here on the above-mentioned web site. Jane Week in Worcester will primarily be composed of Jane Walks, volunteer-led walking tours to inspire community-based city building. Partners will be hosting two public forums on design review and the lessons we can learn from past urban renewal projects. At a pop-up parklet party on May 4 taking over several parking spaces in front of Deadhorse Hill on North Main, Betsy Loring, whose brainchild was the EcoTarium’s City Science exhibit, will be bringing down trays and magnets. Residents will have a chance to dream and build their own city, and then we will all eat Jane birthday cake. Jane Week in Worcester joins an international movement that occurs the first week in May in over 250 cities across the world. Please join us for as many activities as you want. J OY C E MANDELL Worcester detection and correction of health problems. According to research, 93 percent of students seen by the nurses return to class. Most importantly, providing a nursing service for these students allows them to attend school and reach their maximum potential. The week of May 6, please take the time to thank a teacher and the school nurse for their dedication, their caring about our children and for their relentless efforts. I know I will. John Monfredo is a former Worcester school principal and longtime School Committee member M AY 4 , 2 0 1 7 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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Engineering a path for women

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orcester Polytechnic Institute’s male to female ratio is on the high side for college student bodies – 66 percent men to 34 percent women, according to its most recent statistics. That’s a factor of its focus – the school is a renowned engineering and technology center, and men tend to enter those fields at higher rates than women. But even as STEM advocates look for new ways to get women involved in the field, WPI is quietly maintaining a long-running program with proven results: Camp Reach, a girls-only summer program that turns young women into engineers. “Being in an environment where everyone was a girl, and everyone was just as interested in math and science and hands-on work was really eye-opening,” Tauny Tambolleo, a former camper and current WPI freshman, said. Camp Reach is in its 21st year. The premise is simple: 30 seventh-graders are brought in to stay on WPI’s campus for two weeks. They participate in workshops that teach them about science and engineering, and are split into teams of 10 to work on a community service project. “In terms of what we know about research on girls and the way students behave differently in teams, there are just different ways that boys and girls approach problems and the way they’ll approach work in a teamwork setting,” WPI Director of PreCollegiate Programs Sue Sontgerath said. “Sometimes, when we have a coed team, the girls tend to be a little more reserved, and that gives the boys the time to swoop in and take over.” The idea, beyond the knowledge and skills gained, is to give the girls the confidence they need to unlock their inner potential. “On top of that, one of the things we see is that what we’re struggling with in encouraging girls in STEM has nothing to do with ability, it has to do with self-efficacy or self-concept,” Sontgerath said. “They don’t see themselves as scientists and engineers. They see that as a boy’s profession, or a boy’s job. So putting them in an environment where everybody’s interested in the same thing, they’re all girls interested in this, they’re surrounded by a staff of girls and women

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Youngsters take part in Camp Reach, a STEM-focused program at WPI. who are interested in this, really just helps to improve that self-concept about potentially being an engineer in the future.” As the daughter of a teacher and a custodian, Tambolleo said Camp Reach was her first up-close experience with the world of STEM. She was always interested in math, but her interest in the field really took off when her mom found out about the program and signed her up. “That world of [STEM] professions was not something I really knew anything about,” Tambolleo said. “Camp Reach was my first look and taste into the world of engineering.” Tambolleo went on to participate in other WPI programs, including serving as a camp counselor for Camp Reach, and graduated as

the valedictorian of Worcester Technical High School. In addition to the STEM exposure, she said the camp was helpful for gaining a sense of independence and getting a taste of college. “It definitely gave you that really large sleepover feel, but also a little bit about, ‘This is what college is supposed to be like. I can look forward to this a little,’” Tambolleo said. The non-STEM parts of the camp are important for that reason, Sontgerath said. The camp has a strict no cell phones policy, with campers being restricted to email or occasional phone calls. It all builds a sense of community and camaraderie early in life. “A lot of that increase in self-confidence doesn’t come necessarily through the curriculum itself, but through living

in this cohort of women on a campus, independently,” Sontgerath said. “It’s a huge accomplishment at 12 years old to live [for] two weeks away from your parents.” In fitting with the STEM theme, the results at Camp Reach are measurable. There are generally 50 or so applicants for the 30 slots in the camp, with attendees determined by lottery. In 2009, a study showed that while the “control group” of girls who applied but did not attend the camp hovered around the 2.5 percent national average for women entering engineering programs in college, the girls who attended Camp Reach chose that profession at an 18-percent rate. An upcoming paper to be continued on page 16

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Local pageant blends fashion, role models in Worcester Corlyn Voorhees

t started with buying a dress for her senior prom. Now, 17-year-old Katherine Haschig from Westminster has the opportunity to serve as a representative for Elegance by Carbonneau’s in Worcester as well as fly to Atlanta to help pick out next season’s prom dresses as part of a paid internship with the store. This was all due to Haschig winning Carbonneau’s Miss Elegance pageant, which took place in March. “My sister got her prom dress [at Carbonneau] a few years ago. I decided to come back to get my senior prom dress,” said Haschig, who attends Oakmont Regional High School. “As I was checking out, they mentioned this Miss Elegance event they were doing and they encouraged me to do it.” The event started last year to get the local community and schools together for a night of fashion and a positive message, said Lynn Reed, the owner of the Carbonneau location at 292 West Boylston St., which holds the event. “Ultimately, trying to have a night of good role modeling and fashion and sort of tying it all in together,” she said. Reed and other employees scout out potential candidates starting in December, up until practices start for the pageant in March. While they try to stay under 25 girls for the competition, they can accept up to 30, Reed said. To be eligible, girls must be attending a local high school and be between the ages of 15-18, and they must be a customer of Carbonneau. But not just any girl who buys a dress can participate. “We wanted kids who were genuinely good kids out in the community doing something positive,” said Reed. To do that, they seek out contestants for the show by chatting them up as they browse the store. “You can just tell when the consultants are working with them, the way that they’re treating merchandise and the interactions,” Reed said. “You have to have the same core value of what the show means. We definitely wean out anybody that is like, ‘I’m just doing

that to be in a fashion show.’” While the show focuses on fashion, the main purpose is to send a positive message to the community, said Reed. When the show started March 2016, it carried an antibullying message. “Ultimately, we spoke on stage about how to treat each other at school and that being pretty was deeper than what you wear,” said Reed. This year, they decided to try something

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different and let each contestant choose an issue to bring awareness too, such as child abuse or animal cruelty, or ending human trafficking in Haschig’s case. “It was awesome to be there with a bunch of other encouraging girls focused on things that matter,” said Haschig. Another way Carbonneau tries to bring awareness to the community is by incorporating the Metrowest Princess Boutique in Marlborough, which helps girls

from lower-income families obtain a prom dress and accessories, such as shoes and getting their hair done, free of charge. “If you don’t know what to do with your dress, look them up on Facebook and donate to them to help,” said Reed. “It’s an organization I think is completely phenomenal and the women who run it work very hard.” Because of her clinching the Miss Elegance continued on page 15

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esiree Awiszio and longtime industry partner Olga Serebrennikov were both honored recently as 2016 recipients of the IEEE-USA K-STEM Literacy EducatorEngineer Partnership Award. Both Awiszio and Serebrennikov earned their award “for collaboration supporting the development of K-12 student math skills and their application in engineering.” According to its website, IEEE-USA is a unit of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., established in 1973 to support career and public policy interests of IEEE’s U.S. members. The Literacy Educator-Engineer Partnership Award, according to IEEE, recognizes, “collaborative activities between K-12 educators and technical professionals who are IEEE members.” — Desiree Awiszio, a Worcester native, attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute and graduated in1984 with a degree in electrical engineering. After that, she worked 10 years at Digital Equipment Corp. In 1994 she created her own consulting and engineering business. Along with putting her engineering degree to use, Awiszio was also a hardware architect and a technical leader. In addition, she specialized in design development for commercial, medical, and defense applications. Awiszio’s job as a consulting engineer involves intricate designing and developing custom chips. It is a pathway she chose based on interests from her youth. “As a child [I] was always interested in math, science, and technology,” Awiszio said. “[I] was more interested in pursuing a field in technology and engineering.” A senior member of IEEE, Worcester County Section and Chair, and Women in Engineering (WIE), Desiree Awiszio has a lengthy resume, but what the IEEE board recognized was her dedication and teamwork with the MathAltitude School of Mathematics, 35 Harvard St., Worcester. “Children need to understand how the

material they are taught is used in the real world with practical applications,” Awiszio said. “Life is not cookie-cutter mode, but instead requires thinking outside of the box.” Serebrennikov, co-founder and principal of MathAltitude, was honored for her unwavering dedication to teaching mathematics and applying its concepts and theories to reality. She graduated Moscow Technical University with a degree in electrical engineering. She earned her master’s degree at WPI. Serebrennikov worked 20 years in the telecommunications field and gained her MathAltitude qualifications by teaching math 10 years at multiple programs. MathAltitude teaches students how to destroy any negative stereotypes surrounding mathematics by applying them to practical situations. The program also works on developing logical thinking and to ensure steady developing of intellectual skills. The six-year-old K-12 program Serebrennikov Awiszio founded with her husband, Boris, teaches students logically and conceptually. “The MathAltitude curricula were created based on the most effective Russian and teaching methodologies that allow learning mathematics in a systematic, structured and logical way,” according to the MathAltitude website. “One of the main appeals to MathAltitude is the global competition that encourages students ages kindergarten through high school to reach out of their comfort zone grow familiar with friendly competition.” The competition, according to MathAltitute, increases the students’ interest and appreciation for mathematics and provides an opportunity for them to gain insight for future competition. “My goal,” Serebrennikov said, “has always been to challenge the students’ intellectual curiosity by encouraging logical reasoning, analytical, thinking and independent learning.” In 2016, Worcester Academy collaborated with MathAltitude for Mass Kangaroo 2016, the 20th annual International Mathematics Competition.

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released in June looks at WPI applications specifically, which Sontgerath said are usually between 25-30 percent for Camp Reach attendees. Any mention of Camp Reach would not be complete without noting its community partners, Sontgerath said. The community service projects that are often the highlight of camp are with real Worcester-area organizations, and girls run the whole show, from planning to logistics to execution. And while there is a fee for the camp, the school tries to keep it as open as possible by seeking sponsors in the business community to give scholarships. “This is not just a WPI program,” Sontgerath said. “We are partnering with at least three community organizations every year. We are able to offer scholarships and keep the tuition low because we have some corporate sponsors. Our goal is to make sure any girl who wants to have this experience can have this experience.” Camp Reach this year runs July 23 to Aug. 4. A participant in Camp Reach at WPI performs a task on a computer.

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Judy Antonucci slides into a booth at Panera Bread in Shrewsbury with her hands full, juggling coffee, a handbag and a thick folder of paperwork, medical records that carry the name of her only child, 18-yearold Michael – her source of pride, frustration, joy and heartache. Michael is her everything. Michael is autistic. continued on page 20

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On the fabled autism “spectrum,” Michael is what experts call “high-functioning.” Over the years Judy, an elementary school teacher in Worcester, has advocated fiercely for her son’s education. She is the Mama Bear, protecting as well as encouraging her son to ensure that he reaches his maximum potential. With the help of dedicated special education faculty members and a hired advocate, Michael not only passed the dreaded MCAS test, adbutwomag graduated from Burncoat HighAM Invest Worcester - full.qxp_Layout 1 11/23/16 11:47 School in June 2016.

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of F-bombs that would make a sailor blush – at home and, eventually, in public. At first, his mother was baffled, then frightened. His anxieties became true terrors as he obsessed about his dog dying. The young man capable of holding a part-time job was crawling like a toddler on the living room floor. Judy sought answers from Michael’s pediatrician as well as psychologists, desperate to stop her son’s downward spiral, but no one seemed to have an explanation for Michael’s bizarre behavior, and Michael could not explain what was happening. He only knew that something was terribly wrong. “It’s my OCD telling me to do these things,” the panicked young man told his mother. Until the onset of these new obsessive compulsions, Michael was viewed by his medical team as cooperative and verbal. Much of Michael’s medical history includes issues not uncommon to autism: discomfort with loud noises, bright lights and textures; poor fine and gross motor skills; and poor spatial awareness. Tip-toe walking and handflapping diminished with age, and none of these issues were seen as problematic to his parents. Judy and her husband, Stephen were floored by the sudden changes; they suspected Tourette Syndrome, which often manifests itself in uncontrollable outbursts of obscenities by the afflicted, but this was ruled out. Michael’s treating psychologist thought stress over transitions could be the underlying cause, since one of his obsessions seemed to center around the idea that he would have to return to his sophomore year, a worry that was entirely unfounded. This worry was so intense and consuming, he told his mother reading things on his phone would make him a sophomore once again. “He even said he’d have to be a sophomore again because he ate a salad,” Judy recalls. A plethora of psychiatrists and a basket of medications, from Buspar to Zoloft to Prozac, seemed to make little difference. Sleep, or the lack of it, became a real problem for the family, as Michael’s worries blossomed into full-blown separation anxiety. He began pacing, insisting he must go outside to touch the deck - behavior he blamed once again on his OCD telling him he “had to do this.” Michael’s OCD became a separate entity, controlling him, telling him he was not who he was, that he was his cousin. He began grinding his teeth, repeating odd phrases like “Uncle Larry,” making clicking sounds with

this was completely different. I didn’t know him anymore, and I was exhausted.” Skills Michael mastered long ago disappeared, and the once-independent young man needed help bathing and dressing himself. Judy’s health began to suffer. She lost 40 pounds, and eventually had to take a leave of absence from work to properly care for her son. “I was watching her suffer from lack of sleep,” said Stephen, describing the physical toll Michael’s behavior was taking on his wife’s health. “She was developing big rings under her eyes from being awake night after night.”

A BREAKTHROUGH

Michael stayed awake, tortured by his obsessions and unable to escape them long enough for much more than a cat-nap. Separation anxiety set in and Judy couldn’t leave his bedroom without causing him distress. It was during one of these long nights of sleeplessness that a

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his tongue. Michael’s ability to recognize he was not well was not impaired, however, and he was panic-stricken. Desperate to rid himself of obsessive-compulsive thoughts, he began hitting himself in the head to drive out repetitive phrases and words, even asking God to “take these thoughts away.” For Judy and Stephen, the behavior was heartbreaking to witness. Soon, the downward spiral escalated. “He couldn’t focus on anything but animals,” his mother said. “Everything was about animals. He couldn’t talk about anything other than zoos, plastic toy animals, animal books … he would carry them around and ‘stim’ with them.” “Stimming” is a term that refers to the self-stimulatory behavior exhibited by many autistic children and adults. It can range from spinning, flapping and rocking, to repeating phrases that bring stress relief. Most people use stimming without ever realizing it; tapping a pencil, biting a fingernail, bouncing a knee – these are stress relievers. For an autistic person, anxieties pile up in many ways, and stimming can also help with an intolerance of loud noises. For Michael, stimming was an attempt to quell the thoughts he couldn’t control. “I was petrified. This was not my son and I was losing him,” Judy said. “Before this, I had tools to deal with his behaviors and tics, but

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determined Judy turned to her computer for help. “I dug and dug for information,” she said. “It was in the middle of the night that I came across what would be the answer.” Surfing the Internet with Michael’s symptoms led Judy to a site that hit on every one of his issues, all tied to a syndrome she’d never heard of: Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome, or PANS. Further digging turned up PANDAS, Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections. It is believed untreated “strep” infections trigger a misdirected immune response, causing inflammation within the basal ganglia portion of the brain responsible for speech, involuntary movement (tics) and emotion. While strep is the initial trigger, patients can have recurrent symptom exacerbation (flares) later in the disease when exposed to other (non-strep) infections. Buried in Michael’s medical history was mention of an upper respiratory infection, accompanied by a sore throat. The illness

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occurred in October 2015. This seemingly inconsequential “common cold” would hold the key to the mystery that had overtaken Michael and his family. PANS/PANDAS patients are often diagnosed after dramatic, sometimes overnight, onset of OCD, depression, irritability anxiety and eating disorders. Fine motor skills such as handwriting can deteriorate. PANDAS is the only known subset of PANS, and its diagnosis is a controversial one. According to the PANDAS Network, the symptoms are wide-ranging and can include enuresis (frequent urination) bed-wetting and anorexia. Children with PANDAS can express a desire to eat, only to expel food when trying to swallow. This is not a “behavior.” It is likely caused by neurological disruption of basic functioning; an eating dysfunction such as this is not the result of societal pressure to be “thin.” Consequently, standard eating disorder treatment fails to correct the problem. Symptoms that arise can include an obsessive compulsion regarding cleanliness, leading to constant showering, along with the need for a new bar of soap and towel with each bath. Often, separation anxiety is so acute, a parent must be present for any and all personal care. For parents of afflicted children, a deep sense of failure can occur. Depression and post-traumatic stress disorder

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are often the result of sleep deprivation and worry. Some evidence suggests PANDAS can be the underlying cause in as many as one in 10 new cases of OCD in children each year. Autism can greatly complicate and delay diagnosis, since OCD, vocal tics and odd physical movements are not unusual when observed by the parents of autistic children. Such is the case with Michael, whose behaviors were initially attributed to stress over changes in routine and upcoming graduation from high school.

MEDICAL INTERVENTION

Judy and Stephen consider it their great good fortune that Michael’s pediatrician, Dr. Emma Hughes of Harding Pediatrics Worcester, was open to Judy’s discovery. Having treated Michael for a decade, Hughes was familiar with his capabilities and the skills he had acquired before

his mysterious backslide. Hughes was aware of PANS/ PANDA, but had handled only one mild case in the past. Her attempts to perform a strep test failed when Michael refused to cooperate, having developed a sensitive “gag” reflex. Undeterred, Hughes ordered a variety of blood tests that revealed a positive reading for an undiagnosed case of mononucleosis, and mycoplasma.

“The changes in Michael were quite striking,” Hughes said. “He’d always had certain idiosyncrasies and stereotypical behaviors, but they were always controlled. There was a distinct difference in the frequency and intensity now. I could see how distressed he was. “Michael is a very good historian and articulate, and both he and his parents knew what his ‘normal’ was – and this wasn’t it.” By April 2016, the chain of medical professionals grew longer as Judy sought an appointment with pediatrician Dr. Andrew Baumell of Framingham, whose schedule was so full an office visit was months away.

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However, Baumell consulted with Hughes and recommended treatment. Unfortunately, a prescription of antibiotics known as “Z Pak” failed to curb Michael’s regression. For Michael, meeting Dr. Daniel Geller of Massachusetts General Hospital would prove to be the turning point in his battle for a return to “normalcy.” The director of the hospital’s Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder program, Geller is also an associate professor of psychology at Harvard Medical School. Scoring a visit with Geller was a coup, given his grueling schedule. Geller started Michael on a rotation of antibiotics. According to Dr. Hughes, Geller’s treatment led her to believe Judy’s digging had paid off. When asked whether Michael’s autism played a role in developing PANDAS, Geller said that is hard to determine. “It’s unknown if Michael’s autism is related to his history of infection, because it’s hard to reconstruct the story after the fact, and because autism traits appear early in life, often before a recorded strep infection,” Geller said. “There is certainly evidence that some autism-like behaviors can be related to immune disorders.” Hughes believes the onset of PANDAS and Michael’s autism are coincidental. Both Geller and Hughes acknowledge the continued on page 25

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diagnosis is seen as controversial by some in the medical field. “Controversial, because we lack good biomarkers that link the neurobehavioral syndrome to the infections, so there is an association, but not a proven link or cause as yet,” said Geller. “Since these are common behavioral disorders and strep, too, maybe they just overlap sometimes … scientists want proof, however.” Given the quick improvement in a short time, however, Hughes said it is hard to argue against the diagnosis as real. Asked whether there is a point where a child is considered “cured,” Hughes said she can’t accurately answer the question. “I think parents and doctors would be reluctant at this juncture to taper off or end treatment,” she said. Cognitive Behavior Therapist Carla Kenney met the Antonucci family during the worst of Michael’s ordeal. Kenney provides therapy for OCD and related disorders. She describes Michael’s symptoms as “severe and disruptive,” leaving him home-bound. With cognitive behavior therapy, exposure response Dr. Daniel Geller giving a seminar on Pans/Panda on UMASS medical campus.

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prevention treatment and home therapy visits, Kenney says Michael was able to get symptoms under control. “Unfortunately, we don’t have a lot of knowledge about what is actually taking place in the brain,” Kenney said, adding she first heard of PANS/PANDAS about 15 years ago, and experienced her first case two years later. “Some parents have even described their child as ‘being possessed’ because the child is not the same one the parents once knew,” she continued. “Very much like OCD, PANS/PANDAS is being labeled as other disorders and not being treated effectively. Finding a therapist and a treatment team who understand OCD and PANS/PANDAS is extremely important. Finding the right help makes all the difference.”

‘WHO IS THAT?’

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dog, his mother says this seemingly simple task is an extraordinary one for a boy who, months earlier, had been rendered incapable of dressing himself. Relying greatly on her Christian faith, Judy is resolute in her belief that the power of her prayers worked handin-hand with the professionals who treated her son. “God is Good,” she said. “ I was led by motherly instinct and God, because I had no medical background and no clue about this illness.” A short video his father taped at the height of Michael’s crisis captures the outbursts of frustration and fear that consumed his only son. It provided doctors with evidence of the hellish games PANDAS played with Michael’s brain. Viewing the video is too painful for Judy; she leaves the room. Michael slowly inches his way toward the tablet screen, peeking at images of a frightening tantrum. In the video, his mother tries desperately to calm him as a shirtless Michael curses and rages incoherently. Finally, he takes the tablet in his hands and watches it closely. Upon replaying the video, he slowly smiles. “Who is that?” he asked, fascinated. For the Antonucci family, the stranger in the video is just someone they used to know, someone they won’t welcome back any time soon.

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It only takes a moment to recognize the legendary voice of Joe Cocker, but it would take a lifetime for an aspiring singer to replicate the subtle nuance and stylings displayed in the words he sang. With Elliot Tuffin, the Joe Cocker Band has found a way to capture the spirit of the vocalist and keep his legacy alive following his passing in December 2014.

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With three shows (two of which have already sold out) at The Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St., Friday, May 19 through Sunday, May 21, and a slew of others in the area, the Joe Cocker Band and Elliot Tuffin will keep the passion of Joe Cocker at the forefront. Deric Dyer, Mitch Chakour and Cliff Goodwin are seated three abreast on the living room couch in Goodwin’s Worcester home. The saxophonist, pianist and guitarist begin telling stories and catching up on recent events immediately. The familial event is no real surprise, the musicians have been performing together for decades. Goodwin tells the story of how he first heard Elliot Tuffin’s voice. “I was in the kitchen and she was right here,” Goodwin said, motioning to the couch the trio were sitting on. “My wife was sitting here on Facebook and I hear this guy singing ‘Unchain my Heart,’ a very popular Joe Cocker tune. I yelled from the kitchen, ‘I want to come in and hear that tune. I don’t remember that version.’ She says, that’s not Joe. Immediately, I’m going what? How can this be? This guy was scarily, scarily close. He had the nuances. It’s not like a guy doing an impersonation. It’s a guy doing a respectful tribute to almost a love of his life, really. It really had me fooled. It was the way Joe would sing it, but didn’t sing it.” “We’d seen other guys do impersonations of Joe before, and it was somewhere between upsetting and pathetic and embarrassing,” he continued. “They seize on the antics, which, as far as having played with Joe for so many years off and on for decades, it wasn’t the antics.” Chakour explained that while many could try to simply sing the songs, there was a depth of field lacking that was immediately obvious with other singers. “The three of us could play a reggae tune, but if we were with real reggae players, they would know what we weren’t doing,” said Chakour. “When somebody is playing the blues that’s sort of new at it, they get the top layer of it, but not the deeper layer of it underneath. We can feel that. We can feel the layers that are missing. When you listen to someone doing an impersonation of a singer, you’re going to say, ‘Oh that’s cool that they do it. But, it’s missing something.’ If you could just impersonate Joe Cocker by impersonating him and looking like him, there’d be a ton out there. Why wouldn’t everybody love that singer as much as Joe? It’s the other, deeper thing and sometimes people don’t think about qualifying the depth to it. Most listeners don’t listen for the depth, they just feel it.” Dyer was the first to contact Tuffin, an interesting experience in its own right after the three band members listened to his vocal performances online.

“We talked, it took a long time. Cliff kept bugging me,” Dyer recalled. “I heard him and researched him and I said, ‘You’re right, this guy is very special.’ I studied everything on YouTube, everything on Facebook. I Googled him to make sure there were no arrests. I wanted to know as much about him as I could through the internet.” “We’d never met him, we’d only talked to him on the phone. We’d never played with him,” Dyer added of Tuffin. “Cliff and I bought him a plane ticket for him to get over here and we sold out two shows before he even got here.” “Looking back, it was an insane leap of faith,” said Goodwin. “It was even scarier, we were getting calls and I had to bite my tongue. The truth was, we hadn’t even played a note with him yet.” Those first Bull Mansion shows in December last year were a success, each rapidly selling out and the performances going smoothly. The band and Tuffin had just a single rehearsal, though it measured seven hours long, but Tuffin was prepared enough to perform songs like “Watching the River Flow,” which they hadn’t rehearsed. “I could not believe it,” Tuffin said over Dyer’s cell phone. “I knew it was Deric straight away, because I’d seen him play about 20 times. It’s a dream come true. If it was a lottery with 20 million pounds or to play with them, I’d choose this. It’s amazing.” Goodwin, Chakour and Dyer explained that while they had discussed keeping Joe Cocker’s legacy alive somehow, they had busy enough lives with their other projects that doing shows like these weren’t a necessity. Once they heard Tuffin’s voice, they had to consider their options. “It was so sacred that when something like this stares you in the face, you have to take an extra look at it,” said Goodwin. The Joe Cocker Band and Elliot Tuffin will be performing at Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St., Friday through Sunday, May 19-21. Friday and Saturday are already sold out. They will be performing additional shows at the Flying monkey in Plymouth, New Hampshire, May 25; Daryl’s House in Pawling, New York, May 26 Infinity Music Hall & Bistro in Hartford, Connecticut, May 27; and the Blue Ocean Music Hall in Salisbury, May 28. For more information on the group, head to Cockerrocks.com. Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts and on Instagram @Joshualyford.

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On this current tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beach Boys’ iconic “Pet Sounds” album, composer Brian Wilson is basking in the glory of the recognition his groundbreaking recording is receiving. At 75 years old, he is in the final stages of a truly remarkable life.

The Hanover Theatre in Worcester was the scene Sunday night, April 30 for the latest stop on the tour, and the sold out audience indulged in the love fest. This was a two-part show, the first half being a healthy dose of Beach Boy classics, with “Pet Sounds” in its entirety performed after the break. A visibly frail Wilson was escorted to a white grand piano seated mid-stage, and welcomed the crowd. Once the 11-piece band settled in, the familiar strains of the beautiful intro to “California Girls” kicked things off. Just about everyone on stage joined in on the vocal harmonies, which were impeccably arranged and admirably mixed by the sound man. What followed was a healthy dose of the cars/girls/surf period, including “I Get Around,” “Shut Down,” “Little Deuce Coupe” and “Little Honda.” Most of the lead vocal chores were turned over to fellow Beach Boy founder Al Jardine, who was in fine voice. As for Wilson, his voice cracked in a few spots, which put the crowd on notice that there may be some rough spot during the course of the show. But that seemed to only increase the affection the concert goers had for Wilson. Three of Wilson’s finest early compositions followed, starting with “Help Me Rhonda,” on which Jardine shone. “Do It Again” followed, with the stoic Wilson delivering a solid vocal. “Surfer Girl” put the audience in a happy dream state, and it seemed as though the hits would never end. The rest of the opening set was a hodgepodge of songs, mostly from the post-”Pet Sounds” era. A couple of “sandbox”-era tunes, “Wake the World” and “Have Some Music,” were combined for a mini-medley, and the response was surprisingly warm. The same went for “Cool, Cool Water” from the “Sunflower” album. The gorgeous classic, “Don’t Worry Baby,” was handled beautifully by singer Matt Jardine, Al’s son. His high tenor

voice would come in handy throughout the show. Matt Jardine remained out front for a great version of the underrated song, “Let ‘em Run Wild.” After that, the opening set started to deteriorate, due to a lackluster, uneven performance from former Beach Boy Blondie Chaplin.

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Chaplin’s vocals were shrill and wobbly during his attempts at “Wild Honey” and “Sail On Sailor.” His guitar playing was worse, and totally unnecessary. The Beach Boys were never about lead guitar anyway. After a brief intermission, it was time for “Pet Sounds.” As previously mentioned, Matt Jardine was the MVP of this set. Wilson’s voice has very little left to offer, and with his limited range, Jardine was there to rescue him. “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” set the tone, with the remarkable musical arrangement pushing the envelope. On “You Still Believe In Me,” it suddenly became evident that Wilson’s voice, or lack of, was going to be a problem. He even seemed short of breath, as the vocals seemed clipped, which was contrary to the way the melody should be sung. Nobody seemed to care, though, as the love for this man just wouldn’t die. “That’s Not Me,” one of many autobiographical tunes from “Pet Sounds,” segued into the haunting “Don’t Talk.” “I’m Waiting For the Day” suffered, once again, from the passing back and forth of lead vocal duties between Wilson and Matt Jardine. Throughout the whole performance of “Pet Sounds,” the music was lovingly reproduced, and the background vocals were spot on. If only the lead vocals had kept up, we may have had sheer perfection. “Sloop John B” was a wonderful highlight, with the a cappella break simply spine-tingling. And although the lead vocal to “God Only Knows” was somewhat shaky, the song has become so revered it elicited an instant standing ovation from the entire theater. Once they finished the iconic album with a fairly shaky version of “Caroline No” (the song is all about the lead vocal), they returned for a multi-song encore that began with “Good Vibrations” and ended with “Love and Mercy.” The “Pet Sounds” tour roars on, with dates booked through the rest of the year, and there is really no end in sight. I think his handlers should look at the reality of Wilson’s physical (and mental) condition, and close out the tour sooner rather than later. It is obvious he is hardly there any more, and is just being propped up like an iconic statue. There has to come a time when the book is closed on this amazing man’s career.

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should be generally assumed by now, that subhead really sucked. It did. It wasn’t good and I’m okay with that. It features a bit of alliteration and several relevant terms, so really, that should be good enough for anyone reading this column. Besides, how many columnists do a decent job writing about skate parks? How many even really know what a quarter-pipe is or how to do a half-assed slash grind? Few. I am putting out a drop-in challenge to any columnist in Central Mass and let’s just see who survives. Last go-round, I talked about being hungover and neighborhood dogs, so the bar should be pretty low here. Regardless, the bar is not low for the upcoming Worcide DIY Benefit at Ralph’s Diner, 148 Grove FILE PHOTO/STEVEN KING St. If you’ve missed it in the past, I try to get as much in the magazine about Worcide as I can. Why? It’s a totally DIY skate park making moves in the city that I love. Entirely sweat equity over there and that is to be respected, regardless of your ability to pump a bowl corner. Here’s the deal: On Sunday, May 7, Ralph’s will open up their parking lot at 11 a.m. for a free, all-ages fair with vendors, food, baked goods, live music, beer, raffles, etc. There are over 20 vendors and it’s Ralph’s so you know it will be a hell of a time. In addition, there is a show running throughout the day, followed by an afternoon/ evening show beginning at 4 p.m. The day show features Jiddo, Jonas, The Cloud, Heavy Petals and Michael Kane & The Morning Afters. Round two kicks off with Facepaint (it is their first show, but I’ll tell you this, based on the individuals in this band, don’t sleep on Facepaint), Altar of Ash (I’m taking bets on how long it takes their guitar player to leave after their set), Streetsweeper (it’s been a minute since I’ve gotten to see these guys), High Command (most excellent Worcester Thrash, check the website for a feature story on them back in Dec. 2016, called “Acid, football and sonic vibrations”) and Foxfires (who is that fancy looking singer?). All the money raised goes to the skate park and its endeavors, so head out and have yourself a time.

WELCOME TO RAIL ISLAND: This is what I mean, I use all my wit battling Walter Bird Jr. in the newsroom and I have none left for subheads. The end result is awful titles, but that’s not why anyone is reading (thanks you two). As I’m sure all hockey enthusiasts have seen by now, the ECHL Worcester Railers have announced their official NHL affiliation with the New York Islanders. For many of the area diehards, this news shouldn’t come as a huge surprise. For everyone else, there was a mixed bag of emotions. Look Worcester, I get it, I’m a Bruins fan too, but if you were paying any sort of attention, you would have known this was impossible quite

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a ways back, when they extended their affiliation with the Atlanta Gladiators in February. With that out of the picture, ask yourself what would have made sense here. The Islanders are close by (like real close by, as the crow flies). Remember the big issue with the Sharks? Proximity. Costs of flying players back and forth from the West Coast, etc. (also that little thing the AHL had with retooling toward the West). Checks out. The AHL team, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers, is close by (also, I have to give a special shout out here, the craziest AHL game I’ve ever seen was in Albany between the Devils and the Sound Tigers that erupted in absolute chaos. Fights, line brawls, the coaches were throwing punches and, if I recall correctly, they ended up calling the second period early and adding time to the third to quell the wild antics. Good on ya boys). Finally, there are some Worcester roots (hockeywise) in the Islanders system, Thomas Greiss was a former Worcester Shark who, after moving around the NHL for a bit, has been making waves in New York, and Bracken Kearns spent some time in Worcester and plays in Bridgeport, with a few call-ups to the big club. What I’m getting at is it’s pretty cool, and if you don’t think so, you’re probably just cranky and I ask you this (seriously, I’d love some Twitter responses @Joshachusetts about this, it’s something I’m genuinely interested in): if it wasn’t the Islanders, who, in a reasonable proximity to Worcester, would you prefer? The Rangers? Sabres? Senators? Flyers? Devils? Maple Leafs? The Canadiens (I’m being facetious with this last one, come one)? I think it’s rad and bring on October. Damn, I just burned through a lot of words on this one. Sorry everyone.

IF YOU SEE THIS MAN, PLEASE RETURN TO WORCESTER MAGAZINE: Quick shout out to Tom Quinn, a damn fine reporter and friend. Tom and I started together at Worcester Magazine just one week apart almost two and a half years ago and I’m going to miss that little rascal an awful lot. While it drove him crazy, I never had to Google anything, because Tom generally knew all the answers. He ran point on office debates and the weekly crossword puzzle and KING TO/STEVEN loved Pop-Tarts (I’m taking over the FILE PHO overuse of bolding words for you now). Sometimes, I’d have a few too many on Millbury Street and he let me sleep on his floor. Good luck as a research associate (I got that right didn’t I?) at the Worcester Research Bureau and I’ll be sure to only call you for a beer when I’m within brief and convenient walking distance from your apartment.

Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, by opening a dating app and realizing that, at 32 years old, you have very little to offer the technologically advanced universe of mingling (you can barely seem to open a video on Snapchat), rolling the dice and searching out a half-elf/cheese maiden hybrid, buying a 12 pack of Busch Light and donning your finest dad shoes in an expedition into the sweet spring evening, only to fall asleep with your pants on watching the 1977 animated version of The Hobbit for the 30th time and, frankly, being content with that, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts and on Instagram @Joshualyford.

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The antisocial network Jim Keogh

Steve Jobs, what hath you wrought?

The Apple co-founder turned company meetings into a combination of performance art and the Nuremburg rallies, roaming the stage with his image blown up to godly proportions on the screen behind him while adoring employees cheered his every syllable. All the tech weenies do it now, but nobody comes close to Jobs’ evangelical zeal. (Has Mark Zuckerberg said anything interesting yet?) “The Circle” seeks to replicate these secular ceremonies with CEO Eamon Bailey (Tom Hanks), the co-founder of a Facebookish company (yes, named The Circle) who seeks nothing less than the 24-7 social monitoring of every single human being on the planet, privacy rights be damned. His mantra: “Knowing is good. Knowing everything is better.” Into The Circle walks new hire Mae (Emma Watson), a smart, ambitious blue-collar kid with kind, earthy parents, including a father battling multiple sclerosis (played by the late Bill Paxton in his final film role). She works on a Utopian Google-like campus that accommodates every physical need, surrounded by overenthusiastic “Circlers” who insist she do all her socializing with fellow employees and shun the outside world. Any religious cult would be envious. Mae’s best friend outside of work, Mercer (Ellar Coltrane, whose acting hasn’t gotten any better since “Boyhood”), is a craftsman who can’t understand her self-imposed isolation and will soon learn why personal privacy is underrated. It gets worse when a clearly brainwashed Mae volunteers to be filmed around the clock, then begins making statements that are hailed as wisdom for the ages: secrets are the equivalent of lies, voting should be mandatory, and a bunch of other Orwellian gobbledygook. Soon, she’s become a worldwide celebrity, though her endless

narrations of her mundane days are so mindbogglingly dull it’s difficult to imagine why. “The Circle” comes armed with plenty of outrage, but no new ideas. The film tells us nothing we don’t already know or can’t anticipate. “The Truman Show” has already done a superior job illustrating the terrible toll of 24-7 reality TV. And there’s a reason why we use the adjective “Orwellian” (see above) to describe the outlandishly paradoxical pronouncements of Big Brother institutions like The Circle. George Orwell hatched the ideas, everybody else is licking up his yolk. “1984” was prescient; “The Circle” is merely present. Oh, and the plot is disastrous. Inevitably, Mae will be driven to realize the company is corrupt to the core. Exposing the rot will take some guidance from The Circle’s disgruntled co-founder, Ty (John Boyega), who aimlessly wanders the campus like Banquo’s ghost. Amazingly, a company that prides itself on universal monitoring has not installed cameras in the most sensitive areas of the operation, including where the servers are kept. Mae herself exhibits no personal arc: she’s Good Mae one minute; Bad Mae the next. The movie never allows her to evolve, so even at her most ethical she rings hollow. Of all the issues raised in “The Circle,” the most troubled detail is revealed about halfway through. Mae, now wired for a global audience, repairs to a bathroom stall for an offline conversation with a buddy, informing her that she’s only allotted three minutes before the camera reactivates. Three minutes?! Seems a little tight. What if you’ve fled into the bathroom because Taco Tuesday has left a Wednesday morning time bomb in your colon? Under such dire circumstances, could you really take care of business in 180 seconds? Asking for a friend.

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are fresh and the rolls are warm. Slatted wooden blinds keep the dining room even Mu��ns, on the most beautiful spring Assorted dim Pastries, Bagels, afternoon. Guests sit in deep booths with a Omelette Station, coppery sheen. A floral carpet makes it feel like you’ve made it home in time for supper. Carving Station Sandra Rain the post and beam architecture, FreshAdmire Selection of Chicken, because things are about to get cozy. (Editor’s Note: Ratings based on a Seafood & Italian Dishes I visited Ladd’s on a recent Sunday five-star system) afternoon for lunch And Much More! with my family. I ordered an iced tea ($2.29) and we shared some If Ladd’s in Rutland is open, $15.95 $7.95 Seafood Chowder ($5.50) to start our meal. The kids $12.95 seniors chowder came packed with hearty pieces of the parking lot is full. Granted, lobster, scallops, and shrimp in a thick cream Rutland isn’t exactly a bustling sauce. Our bubbly server dropped off packets metropolis, but that also means of oyster crackers as well as a side Caesar people regularly drive from the salad that managed to hang onto its Romaine depths of the Quabbin region crunch, despite being a tad overdressed. Ladd’s croutons are baked in house, evidence of their to frequent this restaurant plentiful roll offerings. and lounge. The owner, who The salad came on account of my brother’s purportedly started as a busboy entree, the Fettuccine Alfredo ($13.99). two decades ago, has brought Although the fettuccine pasta was cooked a 1940s tavern into the 21st perfectly al dente, we found that the Alfredo sauce lacked some finesse. Butter and century with an uncanny Parmesan tend to speak for themselves, but understanding of his region’s Alfredo required more salt and pepper need for respectable chowder and this than I care to admit. The plate was garnished prime rib. with an orange slice and some green roughage Ladd’s is a family spot. The flowers

to brighten the plate. I ordered the BYO Burger ($9.99) with onions, mushrooms, bacon, peppers and provolone. At its heart, Ladd’s is a meat and potatoes joint. Nothing says meat and potatoes like a medium-rare handmade patty with french fries (and some onion rings for good measure.) There was nothing fancy about it, and that’s just the way I like my burgers.

My father ordered the Fresh Crisp Garden Salad with Crispy Chicken ($10.99). The portion was generous and offered a nice ratio of protein to greenery. We all sampled the fried chicken pieces and found them a little dry, but the salad itself tasted fresh and offered a filling, yet relatively healthy entree. Dressing came on the side, allowing for

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The Seventeenth ArtsWorcester Biennial kicks off Thursday, May 5 and runs through Friday, June 2. The opening reception is Friday, May 5, 6-8 p.m., at ArtsWorcester, 660 Main St., Worcester. Teen Night is Monday, May 8, 5-7 p.m. For more information, email info@artsworcester.org or call 508-755-5142.

band, directed by Michael La Cava, will be playing a mix of new band music, as well as traditional favorites, including the classic “Toccata for Band” and a new work by the composer Robert W. Smith called “Yellow.” The band will also play a classic medley from the movie “Aladdin.” The guitar ensemble coached by Paul Luria will be playing classical pieces and holiday tunes arranged for guitars. The jazz band, led by Prof. Michele Caniato, will be playing swing era, hard bop, Latin jazz tunes, including an arrangement of Oliver Nelson’s “Stolen Moments” and a rendition of Herbie Hancock’s “Chameleon.” 7:30-9 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Weston Auditorium, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. Six Appeal. Six Appeal is a world class vocal ensemble infused with sharp comedic timing, and the energy and vitality of a rock band.

Swearing off instruments, the award-winning vocal band takes you on a journey that spans decades of music - performing classic oldies, current chart toppers and catchy original tunes - completely a cappella. Despite their cheeky group name, the antics of these six young gentlemen provide a good-natured atmosphere for their electrifying performance. A Six Appeal show will split your sides, feed your musical sweet tooth and leave you wondering how in the world they pulled it off with just their voices. Opening acts: The winners of The Second Annual WEC’appella, Worcester’s premier a cappella competition, are Quadrivium from Burncoat High School and Hound Sound from Assumption College. These two groups earned the bragging rights as Worcester’s best a capella groups and will open for Six Appeal. $20 and $30 depending on seat location. Student tickets are $10 and $20. Discounts are available for members and groups of 10+. . 7:30-10 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. 877-571-7469 or thehanovertheatre.org Brian Twohey. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Danielle Lessard. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Square, Leominster. 978-534-5900. Karaoke with PJ. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750. Ken Macy. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Peter HIFI Ward & electric blues. George Dellomo and Bob Berry join Peter Ward playing the blues and some country too. No cover. 8-10 p.m. Dunny’s Tavern, 291 East Main St., East Brookfield. Sam James Performs at Loft, Thurs at 8. 8-11 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Sam James Performs at Loft, Thurs at 8. 8-11 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Steve Angellis. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Mill 185, 185 West Boylston St., West Boylston. 774-261-8585.

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Hit the Bus. 7-10 p.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-304-6044. Jim Perry CD Release Party. Jim Perry celebrates the release of his new CD “Meanwhile.......I’m Still Thinking” in the WCUW FRONTROOM Friday May 5th! A portion of the proceeds to benefit WCUW! Mix the perfect combination of blues, R&B and a healthy dose of funk, and what have you got? Hothouse, the most exciting band to come out of Central Massachusetts in a long time. Mixing together creative original songs and very smart cover song choices, Hothouse gets the crowd going every time. If you wish, bring a favorite dish/snack and beverage! $10 Donation. 7:30-9:30 p.m. WCUW 91.3 FM - Worcester’s Community Radio Station, FRONTROOM, 910 Main St. 508-753-1012. Brett Casavant. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. South Side Grille & Margarita Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 978-632-1057. Graham Parker and Brinsley Schwartz. Graham Parker has worked with guitarist Brinsley Schwarz since 1975 when they first met and rehearsed together in a band that became known as Graham Parker and The Rumour. Since then, Schwarz has often accompanied Parker on post-Rumour records and tours and recently joined him onstage as a duo playing songs from all areas of Parker’s career. Expect songs from early albums with the Rumour, his solo career and the present day with tunes from the two latest Rumour reunion albums, “Three Chords Good” and “Mystery Glue.” In Spain, Norway and the UK, where a recent triumphant tour ended in a sold out Union Chapel show to 900 enthusiastic fans, the music the duo performed was varied, creative and exciting in

equal measure, along with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of humor from Parker as - with the aid of Brinsley’s virtuoso musicianship - he reinvents his prodigious catalog. Stereotyped early in his career as the quintessential angry young man, Graham Parker was one of the most successful singer/songwriters to emerge from England’s pub rock scene of the early ‘70s. Formed in the summer of 1975, GP and The Rumour released their first album, “Howlin’ Wind,” in 1976 to worldwide critical acclaim. Their second album, “Heat Treatment,” followed six months later, garnering similar critical reaction and propelled Parker to international recognition. Drawing from Van Morrison and The Rolling Stones, Parker developed a sinewy fusion of driving rock & roll and confessional folkrock, highlighted by his indignant passion, biting sarcasm, and bristling anger. At the outset of his career, his albums crackled with pub rock energy, snide witticisms, and gentle insights, earning him a devoted following of fans and critics. Mainstream radio hits like,”Local Girls” and “Passion is no Ordinary Word”, brought him an even wider audience. The bands’ classic 1979 release, “Squeezing Out Sparks,” cemented their position as one of Britain’s top live acts and ensured sell out concerts on their seemingly endless world tours. His 2007 album, “Don’t Tell Columbus”, was hailed by critics as his best album since “Squeezing Out Sparks”. He continues to write songs of struggle, compassion, and defiance. Like many of his peers, Graham has adapted to the instability of the music industry by working with independent labels. The Bull Run is a full-service, farm-to-table restaurant in a pre-revolutionary tavern,

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Spring Music Open House. Please join us for our annual spring open house! This is a fun event where you can come try out instruments at our instrument petting zoo! You can also meet our teachers, learn more about our summer programs, and register for lessons and classes. We will be waiving our $40 registration fee for new students who register for lessons at the open house (valid day of open house only). We hope to see you there! Please note, our address is 9 Irving Street, not 11 Irving Street. Free. 1-3 p.m. Worcester Music Academy, 11 Irving St. 508-635-6900 or find them on Facebook. Historic Walking Tour. Historic walking tour of Revolutionary War burials led by Caroline Bigelow of Worcester Chapter of DAR Free. 2-4 p.m. Hope Cemetery, 119 Webster St. 508-799-1531. Dana Lewis Live! Every Saturday night. Live, acoustic music, Family food, Full Bar, Lottery and Me! Playing the Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s. “The Sound Track of your Youth” No Cover. Be There! Free! 6-9 p.m. Nancy’s Quaker Tavern, 466 Quaker Hgwy (Route146a), Uxbridge. 508779-0901 or find them on Facebook. Connecticut Transit Authority - Chicago Tribute. Music Tribute Productions presents Connecticut Transit Authority - The ultimate Chicago tribute band at Club One Music Hall - 60 North Westfield StFeeding Hills MA - MAY 6 - 8:00pm Ticket Price includes Buffet Dinner with Chicken, Fish, Pasta, Potatoes, Vegetables, Salad, Rolls Connecticut Transit Authority faithfully recreates the music of one of the greatest American bands ever, Chicago. We focus on the early years of Chicago, better known as the “Terry Kath Era”, when the band was raw with emotion, heart and soul. Songs from Chicago’s 1969 debut album Chicago Transit Authority through 1977’s Chicago XI are covered here with attention to detail and respect for the originators of these timeless classics. Our set list contains hits like Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is, Make Me Smile, Beginnings, Just You ‘n Me, Dialogue, Old Days, and many more! Video - https://youtu.be/HudwgpRzbjA Website - cttransitauthority.com 40. 6:30-10:30 p.m. Club One Music Hall, 60 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills. eventbrite.com 40-Fingers Steinway Extravaganza - Two-piano (& pipe organ) concert. One of Seven classical concerts presented during the 10 day festival. 40-Fingers is the showcase concert of the series and celebrates the 20th anniversary of First Unitarian’s Twin Steinway grand pianos, the only matched Steinway Model B pianos in the area. Local concert pianists Olga Rogach), Malcolm Halliday, Will Sherwood, and James Haupt will be performing a fun program including works by Handel, Bach, Zez Confrey, Sousa, Bernstein - four pianists, two pianos & pipe organ. Not your average classical concert fare! See details and commemorative program book PDF at FirstUMusic.com/festival $5; $20 series. 7-8 p.m. First Unitarian Church, 90 Main St. 508-757-2708 or FirstUMusic.com Junkyard Heartstrings. Junkyard Heartstrings is an acoustic duo cover band who perform songs from the ‘60s to the present in a variety of genres. Playing the songs that everyone knows and loves. N/A. 7-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, Bar/Lounge, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Outrageous Greg’s Crazy Karaoke. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Martys pub,

225 Canterbury Street. 508-373-2503. Kira. Kira hails from the Ukraine, and lends her amazing voice to some incredible lyrics! $5 donation. 7:30-10 p.m. !Cafe con Dios!, Main Room, 22 Faith Ave., Auburn. 508-579-6722. Worcester State University presents the Bon Voyage Concert. Experience the music the Worcester State University Chorale is taking on the road to Sicily, Italy. The group performs on May 6 at 7:30 at Our Lady of Angels Church, 1222 Main Street, Worcester. Joining the Chorale is the WSU’s Unplugged Chamber Orchestra playing Ravel, Brahms, Vaughn-Williams, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Mancini and Guaraldi. Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 students/senior citizens. Purchase at the door or contact cnigro@worcester.edu. Like us on Facebook @VPAatWorcesterState. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @WSUVPA. Read our blog, The Artful Lancer, at WSUVPA.

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Boylston. 774-261-8585. Ken Macy Performs at Loft, Saturday at 8. 8-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Live Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438. Sam James. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Sam James Performs at Loft, Thurs at 8. 8-11 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Sean Fullerton and his Mad Loops Laboratory. Sean Fullerton specializes in Acoustic Blues, Rock, Folk, Memphis Soul and Fingerstyle Guitar using 6 String, 12 String and resonator guitars, harmonicas, guitar looping, Bose and UltraSound sound systems. Sean performs in a wide variety of venues and events throughout New England year-round as a solo musician, as well as with Creeque Alley, an Acoustic duo tribute to the Americana Folk Revival and Feel Great music of the 60’s, covering Traditional Folk, Folk/Rock and ‘Flower Power’ pop hits from 1965-1969, featuring Sean and Dan Kirouac. Dinner, Drinks, Music and Fun. 8-10:30 p.m. Tavern on the Common, 249 Main St., Rutland. 508-886-4600 or seanfullertonmusic.net The Everly Brothers Experience with The Bird Dogs. The Bird Dogs, Dylan and Zachary Zmed, bring a genuine and youthful Everly Brothers experience to the stage, celebrating the genetic intimacy so ever present in the harmonies of Don and Phil. When the guitar became electric, The Everly Brothers bridged the gap between Country, Folk and Blues with Rock ‘N’ Roll classic hits like “Wake Up Little Susie,” “All I Have To Do Is Dream,” “Bird Dog,” “Cathy’s Clown,” ‘When Will I Be Loved” and “Bye Bye Love.” They inspired bands like The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, The Kinks, Buddy Holly and many other groups that utilized the blend of two part harmonies. Their career spanned three decades and continue to influence artists around the world. “Phil Everly was one of my great heroes... with his brother Don, they were one of the

major influences on the Beatles. When John and I first started to write songs, I was Phil and he was Don.” - Paul McCartney The Bull Run is a full-service, farm-to-table restaurant in a pre-revolutionary tavern, located about 35 miles NW of Boston, with plenty of free parking and rustic, old-world charm. $30 advance; $35 day of show. 8-11 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 917-674-6181 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Alice In Chains tribute “Sick Season” with guest Dave Rivers (90’s grunge and more acoustic set). The night begins at 9:00pm with an acoustic performance by Dave Rivers playing your favorite 90’s grunge and alternative hits. Followed by the debut performance of Central Massachusetts based tribute to Alice in Chains called “Sick Season”. The band features Mike Iassac on drums, Matt LeBoeuf (of Flock of A-holes and Gorilla Radio) on bass, Jesse Affhauser (previously from Angry Chair) on guitar and vocals and Erick Godin (of Flock Of A-holes and previously from Angry Chair) on lead vocals. If you’re a fan of the Facelift-Dirt-Jar Of Flies-3 Legged Dog-Mad Season era of Alice in Chains and Layne Staley then this is a must-see event. This will be a special extra long show featuring a ton of “deep cuts” from A.I.C’s catalogue. We really hope you can make it! $7. 9 p.m.-1:20 a.m. The Cove Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook. Brian & Captain. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The GazBar Sports Grill, 1045 Central St., Leominster. Fellowship of the King. Fellowship of The King is a tribute band based out of Massachusetts formed in 2014. We cover music from Elvis Presley’s entire career between 1954-1977. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or find them on Facebook. Ghost Train. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

Jah Spirit. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051. Jubilee Gardens at Sahara. join us for a fun night of all original tunes, dancing, beverages & just all around fun! 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Sahara Cafe & Restaurant, 143 Highland St. 508-798-2181. Karaoke-DJ Fenton with Music and Dancing. A jewel in the fashionable Canal District sandwiched between Harding and Water St @ Kelly Square in Worcester, MA...A great fun, and exciting social gathering that allows you to be relaxed, sing your heart out or just sing along with those who love to take the mic and belt one out. Also, enjoy warm, efficient servers who will get to know your name and have your drink request before you ask for it. Take a tour of political memory lane of photos, bumper stickers and artifacts that line the wall...if walls could speak! But proprietor Guy Glodis states...leave the politics at the door and come in enjoy an evening of friends, music and cocktails or beer. Drinks are also very reasonable...a top shelf straight up martini is priced way under $10...other places have them over $10..Shaken not Stirred! Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. The Ballot Box, 11-17 Kelly Square. 774-243-1606 or find them on Facebook. Live Band “Drums and Wires.” No cover charge. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Wong Dynasty and Yankee Grill, 176 Reservoir St., Holden. 508-8292188. Moonshine. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. Petty Larceny. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Frank’s, 274 Shrewsbury St. 774-4202253. Skeletons From The Closet. Grateful Dead Tribute Band! No Cover. 9 p.m.-midnight Belfont Hotel, 11 South Main St., Millbury. 508-9178128. Wildflower. Wildflower returns to starlite for a night of jazz to dance to. Melding the rhythms of South America and Africa with sounds of contemporary jazz, it’s hard not to groove to the music. Come for the beers and stay for the music. Features Martin Gohary on piano, Evan

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MacLeod on electric bass, Al Nawrocki on drums and Paul Sullivan on electric guitar. 9-11 p.m. starlite, 39 Hamilton St., Southbridge. 774-4028777 or martingohary.com Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. magicmikeentertainment.com DJ TecThreat. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. DJs. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-304-6044. DJ 21+Canal. Live Dj pushing out all the latest hits for you’re listening and dancing pleasure! N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:40 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. DJ Joe T Performs at Loft, Saturday at 11. 11-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.

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Earth Mass - Missa Gaia. Celebrate the sounds of the earth with this performance of Paul Winter Consort’s Missa Gaia. Altho the mass includes some of the church mass texts, such as the Kyrie and the Agnus Dei, the music focuses on communing with the earth and its inhabitants in an environmental liturgy of world/folk/classical music. It features instruments and (human) voices which interplay with the (recorded) calls of wolves, whales, seals, and birds that are woven into the pieces, sometimes used as the melody. Featured musicians: Will Sherwood & James Haupt co-directing; Ray Bauwens, tenor; Alesia Tringale, soprano; Jean Gough, soprano One of Seven classical events presented during the 10 day festival, this is a Sunday morning music-Sunday service. $5; $20 series. 10:25-11:30 a.m. First Unitarian Church, 90 Main St. 508-7572708 or FirstUMusic.com Anna Maria College: Chamber Music Concert (Instrumental Ensembles). 3-5 p.m. Anna Maria College, Payer Hall, 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton. 508-849-3300. Disreali Gearz hosts The Sunday Jam. Come on down, bring your guitar, bass, sticks, harp, sax, voice, or whatever instrument you’d like and join in on the jam. Each week a local band from the area will host the event, providing a full band set-up (PA, Drums, amps, microphones). All types of music are welcome. 3-7 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566. Organ Plus concert Pipe organ with Instruments. A feast for the ears: Varied, eclectic, sacred, secular. Organ will be joined by brass, winds, strings and piano. Organists are Elizabeth Sproul, Deborah Page, Leonardo Ciampa, Lorraine Mihaliak, Kurt Blomstrom, and Scott Yonker. Free. 3-4 p.m. First Congregational Church - Worcester, 1070 Pleasant St. 508-752-4635 or WorcAGO.org Communities of Song Concert. Four singing communities: Shir Joy Jewish Chorus, Band Of Voices Community Chorus, Wesley Choir, and Wesley Ghanaian Choir join to present a concert. Each group presents some of their own music, and then all four unite for a grand finale of song! Don’t miss this intercultural celebration of diversity and the shared Joy of music! Free, donations accepted for Massachusetts Pastoral Counseling Center. 4-5:30 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 Main St. 508-799-4191. Communities of Song Concert. Four singing communities: Shir Joy Jewish Chorus, Band Of Voices Community Chorus, Wesley Choir, and Wesley Ghanaian Choir join to present a concert. Each group presents some of their own music, and then all four unite for a grand finale of song! Don’t miss this intercultural celebration of diversity and the shared Joy of music! Free, donations accepted for Massachusetts Pastoral Counseling Center. 4-5:30 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 Main St. 508-799-4191. Darlene Love - 20 Feet from Stardom. “Darlene Love is one of the greatest singers of all time” - Rolling Stone Considered one of the most recognizable yet anonymous voices of the 1960s, Darlene Love is featured in the Academy Award-winning documentary “Twenty Feet from Stardom”. Since the early 60’s, she has done it all from recording chart-topping hits like “He’s A Rebel” to lending her powerhouse voice to Broadway musicals like “Hairspray” and “Grease”. In 2011, she was awarded the highest musical honor when she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. $25, $35 and $45 depending on seat location.

Discounts are available for members, groups of 10+ and WICN listeners. 4-6 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. 877-571-7469 or thehanovertheatre.org Dana Lewis Live! Dana Lewis Live! Playing the Greatest Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s in the lounge “The sound track of your Youth” Best Wood fired Pizza’s, Italian Food, Full Bar, Lottery & Me! No Cover. Come on out! Free! 6-9 p.m. Cafe’ Sorrento, 143 Central St., Milford. 508-478-7818 or find them on Facebook. Open Mic Sundays @ Plaza Azteca! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@ verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 6-9 p.m. Plaza Azteca, 539 Lincoln St. Acoustics with Sean Riley. 7-10 p.m. The Ballot Box, 11-17 Kelly Square. 774-243-1606. Coriolis Winds - Classical Music Woodwind Trio. Tonight you will hear a trio of winds: two high, and one a little lower. Woodwinds, that is. Featuring two clarinets and a bassoon, the trio Coriolis Winds has a unique and delightful sound. Together, these instruments sometimes produce quite the perfect storm. But winds can also be gentle, even soothing. The trio hopes to intrigue you as it explores what’s “blowin’ in the Winds”. Works are performed by: Mozart, Scott Joplin and others. One of Seven classical concerts presented during the 10 day Court Hill Music Festival $5; $20 series. 7-8 p.m. First Unitarian Church, 90 Main St. 508-757-2708 or FirstUMusic.com

Karaoke with DJ Bruce. Free. 9 p.m.-midnight Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice, 268 Chandler St., Worcester, MA. Karaoke, Tuesdays at 9:30. 9:30-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.

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The Motown Jukebox. Join “Motown Tom” Ingrassia--Worcester’s very own Agent Double-O Soul--every Wednesday morning from 9 am to noon for The Motown Jukebox on WCUW 91.3FM for 3 hours of Motown music and the stories behind the hits. “Motown Tom” is a Motown historian and author. His current book--Reflections Of A Love Supreme: Motown Through The Eyes Of Fans was named the Best Music Book of 2016 by the National Indie Excellence Awards. “Motown Tom” has twice been named Best Radio Personality in local media polls. WCUW streams live online at wcuw.org. 9 a.m.-noon WCUW 91.3 FM - Worcester’s Community Radio Station, 910 Main St. 508-753-1012 or wcuw.org Ladies Night, Wednesday’s at Loft 266. 4:30-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Open Mic Wednesdays at CJ’s Steak Loft in Northborough. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook. Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put

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Worcester Magazine writer Jim Perry celebrates the release of his latest CD, “Meanwhile … I’m Still Thinkin’,” Friday, May 5, 7:30-9:30 p.m., in WCUW’s Front Room, 910 Main St., Worcester. Don’t miss it! There is a $10 donation. For more information, email troy@wcuw.org.

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Blue Mondays - Live Blues. 7-11 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Fitchburg State Spring Choral Concert. The Fitchburg State University choirs will present a free concert entitled “Sea To Shining Sea: Choral Music of a Diverse America,” featuring music by American composers, ranging from the 1700s to today, and spanning genres from pop to spirituals to classical to jazz to Broadway. 7-9 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Weston Auditorium, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. Karaoke. DJ Nancy, of Star Sound Entertainment. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

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Tuesday Open Mic Night @ Greendale’s Pub with Bill McCarthy Local Musicians Showcase! To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@ verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or find them on Facebook. Karaoke with Key Performance. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750. Boogie Chillin’. Bluesy, bluegrassy, acoustic band with a twist. Jon Bonner - Guitar & Vocals Fernando Perez - Percussion Zack Slik Mandolin & Vocals Dan Villani - Violin/fiddle Rose Villani - Bass Free! 9 p.m.-midnight Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439 or find them on Facebook. Karaoke. DJ Nancy, of Star Sound Entertainment. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

“open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) Network * Collaborate * Learn. Over sixty different musicians regularly support my open mic nights all are friendly and supportive -- and many are: * Former or currently signed recording artists * Award-winning pro’s or semi-pro’s * Regularly gigging paid-performers * Published songwriters * Recording studio owner/ operators * Combinations of any and/or all of the above. To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 6-9 p.m. CJs Steakloft, 369 W. Main St. (route 20), Northborough. 508-393-8134 or find them on Facebook. Mauro DePasquale’s Jazzed Up Duo. Mauro DePasquale’s Jazzed Up the best in jazz. A romantic blend of jazz classics and American Songbook favorites. If you like Sinatra, Buble’, Connick Jr, Bennett, you will love Jazzed Up. jazzedup.net No Cover. 6:30-8:30 p.m. GAR Hall, Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St. Beatniks Open Mic Night. Beatniks Open Mic Night...Free entry! Every other Wednesday. Check our calendar for details. Stop by for

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ADC Performance Center (@ The Artist Development Complex), 18 Mill St., Southbridge. 508-764-6900 or adcmusic.com Anna Maria College, Senior Art Exhibition 2017, Through May 19. 50 Sunset Lane, Paxton. 508-849-3300 or annamaria.edu ArtsWorcester, “Dresses: Fight or Flight” by Alicia Dwyer, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through July 15; ArtsWorcester Biennial 2017 - Opening Reception, Friday; The Seventeenth ArtsWorcester Biennial, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, May 5 - June 2; Teen Night @ArtsWorcester: Spring 2017, Monday. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free. 660 Main St. 508-755-5142 or artsworcester.org Asa Waters Mansion, Admission: $3 for guided tour $7-10 for tea. 123 Elm St., Millbury. 508-865-0855 or asawaters.org Assumption College: Emmanuel d’Alzon Library, 500 Salisbury St. 508-767-7272 or assumption.edu Booklovers’ Gourmet, Up and Coming Artists, Presented by Bartlett High School Visual and Performing Artists, Friday - Wednesday. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232 or bookloversgourmet.com Clark University: University Gallery, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-5 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 950 Main St. 508-793-7349 or 508-793-7113 or clarku.edu Clark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for gallery. 310 High St., Clinton. 978-549-5822 or 978-365-7772 or aorgallery.com College of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, re: Works from the 2017 Visual Arts Studio Concentration Seminar, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through May 26. 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 Danforth Museum of Art, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-5 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 123 Union Ave., Framingham. 508-620-0050 or danforthmuseum.org Dark World Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 179 Grafton St. darkworldgallery.com EcoTarium, Turtle Travels, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sept. 17 - May 7. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $15.00 adults; $10 for children ages 2-18, college students with ID & senior citizens. Children under 2 & EcoTarium members free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Walkway, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other special event. 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700 or ecotarium.org Fisher Museum Harvard Forest, 324 N. Main St., Petersham. 978-724-3302 or harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu Fitchburg Art Museum, Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 25 Merriam Parkway, M AY 4 , 2 0 1 7 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts & Humanities, the Arts Center, Hours: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 2-4 p.m. Saturday. 111 Main St., Southbridge. 508-346-3341 or qvcah.org Quinsigamond Community College: Administration Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or fitchburgartmuseum.org Fitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 Building, 670 West Boylston St. qcc.edu Rollstone Studios, Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, closed Thursday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: free. 633 - Saturday. Admission: Free. 781 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-345-1157 or Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com fitchburghistoricalsociety.org Salisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Hammond Hall, 160 Pearl St., Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-753-8278 or Fitchburg. fitchburgstate.edu worcesterhistory.org Framed in Tatnuck, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to SAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow St. 6 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 1099 Pleasant St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.com 508-770-1270 or framedintatnuck.com Sprinkler Factory, Four Artists Four Visions - Open Gallery, Sundays, Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456Saturdays, through May 7; Sensory Play - Opening Reception, Saturday; 3924 or fruitlands.org Sensory Play - Open Gallery, Sundays, Saturdays, May 7 - May 28. Gallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 Admission: free. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.com p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to Taproot Bookstore, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 accepted. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 or p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1200 West Boylston St. 508-853galleryofafricanart.org 5083 or TaprootBookstore.com Gallery at Briarwood. Sunday, May 7, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. The Tatnuck Bookseller & Cafe, Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. Gallery at Briarwood will host an Opening Reception for artist Sharon to 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 18 Smith-Viles’ exhibit, “An Affair With Asian Art: A Retrospective.” This Lyman St., Westborough. 508-366-4959 or tatnuck.com exhibit showcases Sharon’s 25 years of working with Chinese brush painting and woodblock printing. Light refreshments will be served in the Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum, Hours: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday. 21 Prichard Gallery. The exhibit continues through July 6. Loring Auditorium. St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.com Highland Artist Group, 113 Highland St. highlandartistgroup.com Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Remembering the WCHS Spring Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Exhibitions: an Oral History Project, Saturday. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, Hours: 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 414 Massasoit Road. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, free to Members & Children under. 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org EAT, LISTEN Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Stoddard Education and AND BE KIND Visitors Center, 11 French Drive, Boylston. towerhillbg.org Maple Farm Sanctuary celebrates Be Kind to Animals Tower Hill Botanic Garden: The Great Hall, 11 French Drive, Week Saturday, May 6 with a veggie potluck and lecture with MFS Boylston. towerhillbg.org co-founder and director Cheri Vandersluis. Learn what it means to Tower Hill Botanic Garden: The Orangerie, 11 French Drive, be kind to animals ways to live it every day, year-round. The potluck Boylston. towerhillbg.org is 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Worcester Art Museum, Art Carts: Family Fun - Arms and Armor, Mendon & Uxbridge, 13 Maple St., Mendon. Vandersluis speaks at 1. Thursday; Futuristic Fantasies, Through May 4; Helmutt on the Move, Buy tickets at maplefarmsanctuary.org, $15 each. Tickets are $25 if Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sept. 1 - Aug. 31; you do not bring a dish. Guests can take part in a sanctuary tour for Highest Heaven: Spanish and Portuguese Colonial Art from the Roberta an additional $10. and Richard Huber Collection, Through July 9; Jeppson Idea Lab: Master Vases from Ancient Greece, Through Oct. 1; Art Carts: Family Fun Eastern and Western Tea, Friday; Art Carts: Family Fun - Arms and Armor, Saturday; Family Tour, Saturday; Tour of the Month: Benjamin West and 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org His Students, Saturday; Zip Tour: Athenian Black Figure Pottery, Saturday; Museum of Russian Icons, Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Art Carts: Family Fun - Eastern and Western Tea, Sunday; Helmutt’s Drop closed Monday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. In Studio, Sunday; Sunday Public Tour, Sundays, through Dec. 17. Hours: Saturday. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (59 +), $7; Students, $5; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children 3-17, $5; Children <3, free. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 5000 or 978-598-5000 or museumofrussianicons.org a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 Old Sturbridge Village, Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all first Saturdays of each closed Monday - Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406 or worcesterart.org Admission: $28 Adults, $26 Seniors (55+), $14 Youths (4-17), free for Worcester Center for Crafts, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. Children 3 & Under, $14 College Students with valid college ID. 1 Old to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-347-3362 worcestercraftcenter.org or osv.org Park Hill Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Worcester Historical Museum, Jane Week: A Family Scavenger Hunt Adventure, Saturday. Hours: closed Sunday Friday, closed Saturday. 387 Park Ave. 774-696-0909. Post Road Art Center, Hours: closed Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-753Monday - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508-485-2580 or 8278 or worcesterhistory.org Worcester Public Library, Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. postroadartcenter.com to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. Preservation Worcester, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655 or Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 or worcpublib.org preservationworcester.org WPI: George C. Gordon Library, 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu Prints and Potter Gallery: American Arts and Crafts Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 142 Highland St. 508-752-2170 or printsandpotter.com

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Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits - Fridays, Saturdays, Saturday, September 18 - Tuesday, December 31. Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits 257 Park Ave Worcester MA 01609 Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Clubs Showtimes: Friday 9pm-Saturdays 8pm -$20ppReservations Recommended at 800-401-2221 Prices: $20 Fri/Sat pp except Special Events Drinks and Appetizers available in the show room Full Dinner Available before Show in Restaurant $5off with College ID and Reservations 2 for 1 Active Military or Veterans and Reservations $4 off with Dinner Receipt and Reservations. Fri & Sat May 5th & 6th Corey Rodrigues Jordan-Handren Seavey and Friends Fri & Sat May 12th & 13th Tim McIntire Alex Giampapa and Friends Fri & Sat May 19th & 20th Kyle Crawford Sarah Martin and Friends Fri & Sat May 26th & 27th Billy Winn Nick Lavallee and Friends Fri & Sat June 2nd & 3rd Frank Santorelli Rob Pierce and Friends Fri & Sat June 9th & 10th Ryan Donahue Jeff Scheen and Friends Fri & Sat June 16th & 17th Dan Crohn Ryan Gartley and Friends Fri & Sat June 23rd & 24th Mike McDonald Drew Dunn and Friends Fri & Sat June 30th & July 1st Dick Doherty Ben Quick and Friends Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits Great Food and Fun Make Reservations Early at 800-401-2221 or online at dickdoherty.com A Bedfull of Foreigners - Sundays, Fridays, Saturdays, Friday, May 5 - Sunday, May 14. Pasture Prime Players, Inc. is delighted to announce performance dates for it’s spring production, “A Bedfull of Foreigners” by Dave Freeman and directed by Lynn Boucher. Stanley and Brenda Parker are driving about France on their vacation. When they find themselves in a village near the German border on the eve of a local festival, they consider themselves lucky on finding a hotel

room. But this kind of luck, no one would want to endure for long. In less than an hour, with Brenda absent, Stanley finds himself lowering an attractive, stark naked woman from his room’s window. Confusion turns to chaos with the arrival of Claude Philby, the woman’s husband followed by the arrival of Claude’s girl friend, Simone. By the second hour, almost everybody is in the wrong bed. Figures dressed as nuns and monks rush in and out. Seductions and confrontations run rampant. When the dust settles, a weary and dazed Stanley wishes they had spent their vacation at a nice, quiet English seaside resort. This production is presented by permission through special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. Performances will be held May 5, 6, 12 & 13 at 7:30 PM and May 7 & 14 at 2:00 PM. Ticket prices are $14 for adults and $12 for seniors (60+) and students (18 & under), with discount rates for advanced sales to groups of 10 or more. Tickets are available for purchase at the Bittersweet Country Crafts Co-op at the Activities Center or reserved by calling 508-248-5448. For more information, contact us at pasture.prime.players@gmail.com or our website pastureprime.org Adults $14, Seniors (60+) and students (18 & under) $12. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Charlton Arts and Activities Center, 4 Dresser Hill Road, Charlton. Call 508-248-5448. Arms and Armor: Company of the Wolfe Argent - Saturday, May 6. Representing a company of 15th century Burgundian men-atarms, this group employs period clothing and weaponry to offer a lively glimpse of arms and armor, society, and daily life in the late Middle Ages. (Programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 55 Salisbury St. Call 508-799-4406. “Moana” movie matinee - Saturday, May 6. Join Moana on an exciting adventure as she tries to save her island! A small snack will be provided. For families with children 12 and under. Rated PG. free. 2:303:45 p.m. Worcester Public Library, children’s program room, 3 Salem Square. Call 508-799-1655. Flora’s Holiday - Saturday, May 6. Performers: Diane Edgecomb,

Master Storyteller, and Margo Chamberlain, Celtic Harper Celebrate flowers and the coming of spring with “Flora’s Holiday”, a unique story and music journey which travels through the gardens and forests of Tower Hill Botanic Garden. This event, specially crafted for Tower Hill by master storyteller Diane Edgecomb and Celtic harper Margo Chamberlain, leads the audience to some of the garden’s most beloved spots. Locations include an expansive field of 25,000 daffodils, a forest glade where Pan presides, a sunset balcony with expansive views of Mount Wachusett and an open-air gazebo where the haunting Persian legend of the Nightingale and the Rose will be told. The evening’s tales, music and songs are drawn from Ancient Greek, Roman, Norse, Persian and Native American cultures delving into the mythical origins and meanings of favorite garden plants. Venture into spring with this enchanting evening stroll through Tower Hill’s botanic paradise. Appropriate for adults and for children twelve years and above. Bring a cushion to sit on if you wish. Registrants will walk approximately one mile on trails and sometimes uneven terrain. The performance takes place rain or shine. In the event of rain, it will be held in the theater. Each performance is limited to an audience of 30, so buy tickets early. Member $20, Non-member $25, through April 21 - Member $25, Non-member $30, after April 21. 6-8 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. Call 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or visit towerhillbg. thankyou4caring.org Arms and Armor: Onna-Bugeisha - Women of the Samurai - Sunday, May 7. The official title of a Samurai’s wife was, “The One who Remains in the Home.” But what did these women really do while the men were away? From warriors to poets, manning catapults to writing laws, no two lives are quite the same. Come and learn the stories of a few outstanding women from the age of Samurai! (programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 2nd Floor Conference Room, 55 Salisbury St. Call 508-799-4406. Disney’s Little Mermaid - Mondays, Wednesdays, Monday, May 8

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- Wednesday, May 10. Gateway Players Theatre, Inc. will hold auditions for Disney’s Little Mermaid on Monday and Wednesday, May 8 and 10, at 6:30pm in the Gateway Arts Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. The cast will include ages 8 to 88, with teens and adults cast in the major roles. Auditions will consist of singing a song- selected to demonstrate vocal range, movement and reading from the script. Performances will be in August. Bill Guy is directing, with Barbara day as producer and Chris Rubenacker as music director. For more information, contact Gateway at 508-764-4531. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World.” Ariel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea. Free to audition. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Gateway Players Theatre Arts Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. Call 508-764-4531.

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Breaking News: Freedom is Ours Now! Learn about your Godgiven heritage and feel God’s love right now! Come for a free public talk by Patricia Woodard, CS of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship. Free parking. Child care available. Everyone is welcome! Free. 1-2 p.m. Second Church of Christ, Scientist, 255 Salisbury St. 508-757-2158 or christianscienceworc.org

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“American Optical”. The May meeting for the Worcester Chapter of the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists, Inc. will be for our Annual Dinner Meeting which will be held on the second Tuesday located at 13 Lord Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The evening will begin with socializing at 6:00pm, the dinner will then start at 6:15pm, followed by a short business meeting at 7:00pm, which will then be followed at 7:15pm by the evening’s presentation by Dick Whitney. Dick started work with American Optical in their Central Testing Laboratory and recently celebrated his 42nd year of continuous service (now Carl Zeiss Vision). He was inducted into the Vision Council Hall of Fame in Las Vegas in September 2016. Dick is also the Executive Director of the Zeiss sponsored Optical Heritage Museum in Southbridge. He has worked to restart and grow the Museum for over 15 years, and thanks to Zeiss, it

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reopened 3 years ago greatly expanded and can ever be “walked thru” online at opticalheritagemuseum.com. The Optical Heritage Museum, located at 12 Crane Street in Southbridge, MA 01550, was officially opened on June 18th, 1983 to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of American Optical (AO). Southbridge had a long history of manufacturing optical products, earning it the unofficial title “Eye of the Commonwealth”, in reference to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. AO became the world’s largest manufacturer of ophthalmic products, and at its height employed more than 6,000 people around the world. Many of its workers were exempted from the draft during World War II since they were doing vital defense work; including making Norden bombsights to aid the crew of bomber aircraft in dropping bombs accurately. Buffet dinner with: bruschetta, salad, rolls & butter, coffee & tea, vegetables, roasted potatoes, meatballs & sausages, and 2 entrees of the group’s choosing. To attend the dinner meeting you must prepay for your reservation to Deb Cardoni no later than April 28th, 2017. Membership is encouraged for anyone pursuing the hobby, passion, or profession of Genealogy. Yearly membership is only $25.00 for an individual and $30.00 for a family living in the same household. Questions? Contact: Nancy Schultzberg, Publicity Chairperson, at 774-573-9529. For more information about the Worcester Chapter of the Massachusetts Society of Genealogists, visit our website: massachusettssocietyofgenealogists.org -or- msoginc.org 6-9 p.m. Dino’s Ristorante Italiano, MSOG Buffet Dinner Meeting, 13 Lord St. 508-753-9978.

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Positive Aging Symposium. The Positive Aging Symposium, a free, day long program cosponsored by the Worcester JCC and the Worcester Senior Center, will feature speakers and workshops on themes of health, wellness, and personal growth. Geared for local seniors, caregivers, and professionals. Includes complimentary continental breakfast, lunch, and dessert reception with live music! Featured Speakers: Secretary Alice Bonner, Executive Office of Elder Affairs Dr. Jerry Gurwitz, Executive Director of the Meyers Primary Care Institute and Chief of Geriatric Medicine at UMass Medical School and UMass Memorial Medical Center Dr. Matilde Castiel, Commissioner, Health and Human Services for Worcester Morning Workshops: (Choose One) A – AARP’s Life Reimagined Check-up: Discover your Personal “What’s Next” Path B Wellness and Resiliency: Learn to Respond with Mindful Self-compassion Afternoon Workshops: (Choose One) A - Getting Better Sleep B - Healthy Living for Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research Space is limited. Please register by Friday, May 5 by calling Worcester Senior Center, 508799-1232. For more information contact Nancy Greenberg, 508-7567109; ngreenbergworcesterjcc.org. Free. 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Worcester Senior Center, 128 Providence St. 508-799-1232 or worcesterjcc.org Legal Assistance with Community Legal Aid’s CORI and Re-Entry Project. Legal Assistance with Community Legal Aid’s CORI and Re-Entry Project free. 2:30-4 p.m. Worcester Public Library, 2nd floor, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.

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Children’s Book Week storytime specials. In honor of Children’s Book Week, the children’s librarians are dressing up as their favorite picture books throughout the week! Join us on this date for a “Put me in the Zoo” storytime special complete with crafts and activities. Recommended ages 3-5. Free. 10-10:45 a.m. Worcester Public Library, children’s ellipse, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655. 60+ Lunch Program at the JCC. We will offer our 60+ lunch program at the JCC on a trial basis on 2 Thursdays, May 4, and 18 at 12pm in the Senior Adult Lounge. A full course, hot meal prepared by the Jewish Healthcare Center will be served. Typical menu includes soup, roast chicken, veggies/potato, dessert, and coffee/tea. A chance to relax, enjoy the company of others, and leave the cooking to us! $3.50 suggested donation. Please reserve by the Tuesday before by calling Nancy Greenberg at 508-756-7109 x 232; ngreenberg@ worcesterjcc.org. Suggested donation of $3.50. Noon-1 p.m. Worcester JCC, Senior Adult Lounge, 633 Salisbury St. 508-756-7109, ext. 232 or worcesterjcc.org

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Red Bird Crafts @ WFP. This craft is a joint effort with children and parents! Drop in and help us make it even more beautiful! No charge to attend. 9-11 a.m. Worcester Family Partnership, 130 Leeds St. 508799-3136.

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Game Play. Enjoy tabletop games that feature STEAM-based learning, including favorites like: UNO, Skipbo, Spot it, Checkers, Dominoes, Rack-o, Tangoes, Chutes and Ladders, and Rummikub. And engage in games with giant pieces! Our giant game sets include Connect Four, Jenga, Mancala, Hopskotch, and Chess. Free with EcoTarium admission ($18 adults, $14 children 2-18, seniors 65+ and students with ID); Free for EcoTarium Members and children under 2. EcoTarium, 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700.

>Tuesday 9 – October 1

Bubbles! Everyone loves bubbles, and our seasonal outdoor exhibit gives kids (and grownups) of all ages a chance to make loads and loads of sudsy bubbles in all shapes and sizes. Experiment with how they are formed, the colors they produce, and their amazing properties. And while you’re having fun making all those bubbles, you’ll learn about such things as surface tension, evaporation and light reflection. Free with EcoTarium admission ($18 adults, $14 children 2-18, seniors 65+ and students with ID); Free for EcoTarium Members and children under 2. EcoTarium, 222 Harrington Way. 508-929-2700 or ecotarium.org

>Wednesday 10 – Thursday 11 Audubon @ Worcester Family Partnership, 130 Leeds St. 01606 Worcester. Audubon comes and shares fun facts about nature, join us! Your children will love storytime and the craft! No charge to attend. 9:30-11 a.m. Worcester Family Partnership, 130 Leeds St. 508-799-3136.

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Jane Week: Worcester’s Economic Revitalization: Past, Present and Future. Get a view of the city’s vision for Worcester’s economic revitalization with a special focus on Union Station, City Square and Mercantile Center. This walk will end at the pop-up parklet on North Main Street. Led by Michael Traynor, Chief Development Officer, City of Worcester Free and open to the public. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Worcester City Hall, Meet at the front entrance of City Hall, 455 Main St. janeswalk.org

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Jane Week: Worcester’s Famous Ghost Tour. Ever wonder who once walked the streets of the city? Join Worcester Historical Museum for an evening of insightful and surprising experiences as you encounter phantoms of Worcester’s past on this walking tour. Led by the staff of the Worcester Historical Museum. No dogs allowed. Free and open to the public. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Worcester City Hall, Meet at the front entrance of City Hall, 455 Main St. janeswalk.org PlantNite - Enjoy & Create! Come “Enjoy” an evening with your friends & “Create” a tabletop garden, and your night will bloom... Come early and enjoy one of our dinner specials prior to the event. See Web Page Link. 7-9 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353 or plantnite.com

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Saturday-Morning Bird Walk for Adults. Explore the sanctuary grounds in search of birds during this program for casual and novice birders alike. Come discover the immense variety of birdlife that exists at this large urban sanctuary. We’ll teach you the basics of birding and bird identification during an easy-to-moderate walk along the trails. Bring binoculars and a field guide, or borrow them. Dress in layers for changeable weather. Wear sturdy shoes for the trails. For more information and to register, call 508.753.6087. Free for Mass Audubon Adult Members, $5 Adult Non-members. 7-9:30 a.m. Mass Audubon:

Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Road. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org First Saturday of the Month Volunteer Days at Broad Meadow Brook. Help care for the sanctuary and enjoy a few hours of fresh air, fun and fulfillment. Come once or every week and become part of our growing group of sanctuary volunteers. Together with Mass Audubon staff, put up signs and markers, look for wildlife tracks, pick up branches, fill bird feeders, tend the gardens, and distribute program information. Some tasks may require heavy lifting. Ability to work without supervision required. Carpentry skills welcome. Nature lovers appreciated. For more information call 508.753.6087 Free. 9 a.m.-noon Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Road. 508-753-6087. Jane Week: Walk Your Sanctuary in the City: Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary. This 430 acre wildlife sanctuary offers over 5 miles of well-marked trails for walking and exploring. Trails are always open dawn to dusk. Some trails are considered accessible and designed for wheelchairs, baby strollers and walkers. Volunteers will be on hand to especially welcome visitors during Jane Week-end. Located at 414 Massasoit Rd (1/2 mile of Route 20) and can be reached on WRTA Millbury 22 bus route. Call the Visitor Center for more information. No dogs allowed. Free and open to the public. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Road. 508753-6087 or janeswalk.org Jane Week: East and East and Up! Hike a section of the East Side Trail as it travels from Shrewsbury Street up to the top of Belmont Hill and up to an old quarry in Green Hill Park. It is quite a pump but the views are worth it. The East Side Trail is a three mile trail that connects Shrewsbury Street to Lake Quinsigamond traveling through Green Hill Park and along conservation land by Coal Mine Brook. The East Side Trail represents a collaborative effort with the Greater Worcester Land Trust, the Green Hill Park Coalition, and City of Worcester. Bring water and snacks. No dogs allowed. Led by Deborah Carey, Mass Audubon and Colin Novick, Greater Worcester Land Trust Free and open to the public. 10 a.m.-noon Cristoforo Columbo Park (East Park), Shrewsbury St. and Fantasia Dr. 508-799-1175 or janeswalk.org Primrose Show. Presented by the New England Chapter of the American Primrose Society. Free with Admission. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Daffodil Show. Presented by the Seven States Daffodil Society. Free with Admission. 1-5 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Jane Week: Una Passeggiata: A Stroll Down Shrewsbury Street. Learn about the history of one of Worcester’s most vibrant ethnic neighborhoods - from its early Pine Meadow days, through Italian immigration, to its present status as Worcester’s “ Restaurant Row.” Led by Marilyn Polito, Preservation Worcester docent No dogs allowed. Free and open to the public. 1-2:30 p.m. Union Station, Meet at the front entrance of Union Station, 2 Washington Square. 508-754-8760 or janeswalk.org Jane Week: On the Water at Coes Reservoir with Mass Audubon. Drop in anytime on the beach along Mill Street. Come enjoy a canoe ride or try out paddle boats on one of Worcester’s most wonderful waterways. Coes Reservoir is home to plans for a new inter-generational park, and a new hiking trail around the southern shoreline established by the Greater Worcester Land Trust, and the re-located historic Stearns Tavern. Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs), paddles, and instructions provided. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult guardian and all participants must know how to swim. Free and open to the public. 2-4 p.m. Coes Reservoir, 200 Mill St. janeswalk.org Jane Week: Kilby-Gardner-Hammond: Community-Driven Neighborhood Revitalization in Main South. The KGH Project represents a community-driven approach to the redevelopment of an inner city neighborhood. The Main South CDC worked with its development partners (Clark University, the Boys and Girls Club, and the City of Worcester) to reclaim a 30-acre blighted section of the Main South neighborhood that had over 40 vacant lots and over $600,000 of property tax liens. This $32 million project produced 107

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affordable housing units, including 44 units that were sold to First Time Homebuyers, a state-of-the-art Boys & Girls Club, a bike/pedestrian pathway, and a new athletic facility for Clark University. Led by Casey Starr, Main South Community Development Corporation No dogs allowed. Free and open to the public. 4-5:30 p.m. Main South CDC, 875 Main St. 508-752-6181 or janeswalk.org

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Daffodil Show. Presented by the Seven States Daffodil Society. Free with Admission. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Primrose Show. Presented by the New England Chapter of the American Primrose Society. Free with Admission. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Jane Week: Walk Your Sanctuary in the City: Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary. This 430 acre wildlife sanctuary offers over 5 miles of well-marked trails for walking and exploring. Trails are always open dawn to dusk. Some trails are considered accessible and designed for wheelchairs, baby strollers and walkers. Volunteers will be on hand to especially welcome visitors during Jane Week-end. Located at 414 Massasoit Rd (1/2 mile of Route 20) and can be reached on WRTA Millbury 22 bus route. Call the Visitor Center for more information. No dogs allowed. Free and open to the public. 12:30-4 p.m. Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Road. 508-753-6087 or janeswalk.org Flowers in Bloom Spring Nature Walk. Fee is per one child and one adult Instructor: Nate Emerson Have fun exploring wildflowers and shrub and tree flowers in bloom. We will learn about the parts and function of flowers and plant life cycles. Recommended for 7+. Pre-registration required, max 14. Member: $18 per child/adult pair, Nonmember: $28 per child/adult pair, includes cost of admission. 1-2 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-8696111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org Worcester JCC Author Series: James Kirchick. The Worcester JCC Author Series presents James Kirchick, discussing his book, The End of Europe: Dictators, Demagogues and the Coming Dark Ages. Once the world’s bastion of liberal, democratic values, Europe is now having to confront demons it thought it had laid to rest. The old pathologies of anti-Semitism, populist nationalism, and territorial aggression are threatening to tear the European postwar consensus apart. Based on extensive firsthand reporting, this book is a provocative, disturbing look at a continent in unexpected crisis. James Kirchick is a journalist and foreign correspondent currently based in Washington. He is a fellow with the Foreign Policy Initiative in Washington, D.C., and is also the grandson of Gladys Rudnick. This event is free and open to the public, a dessert reception and book signing to follow the discussion. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Nancy Greenberg at (508) 7567109 x232 or ngreenberg@worcesterjcc.org. Free. 3-4 p.m. Worcester JCC, 633 Salisbury St. 508-756-7109, ext. 232 or worcesterjcc.org Jane Week: “Jane Jacobs in the Woo” Award Ceremony. “Jane Jacobs in the Woo” will announce the winner of the 2017 Jane Award, a person, place or project that best emulates the ideals of Jane Jacobs. Join us for some light refreshments. No dogs allowed. Free and open to the public. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Crompton Place, The White Room, 138 Green St. janeswalk.org

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Kids Garden Discovery. Designed for children ages 3-5 and their parent, grandparent or caregiver. Explore seasonal themes through crafts, storytelling and a short walk. Free for members and with admission. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org

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Bancroft School PFA Yard Sale. Huge - annual Bancroft School Community Clothing & Yard Sale! You’ll find household goods, toys,

sporting goods, books, gently-worn clothing for the whole family and more, at super-low prices. Where: Bancroft School 110 Shore Drive Worcester When: Saturday, May 6th 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM No entrance fee - come early for best selection! Net proceeds will benefit the Bancroft School Parent Faculty Association, supporting school programs and activities that sustain the school community and its mission. In addition, all items remaining at the Sale’s close will be donated to area charities. Open to the public, rain or shine! Cash/ credit cards will be accepted. No checks, please. Free admission! 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bancroft School, Tan Gymnasium, 110 Shore Drive. 508-853-2640 or find them on Facebook. Kentucky Derby Brunch Fundraiser. The Worcester Marine Corp League will be holding a Breakfast Brunch Fundraiser on 5/6/2017 featuring a made to order menu of your choice of Egg Specials including: Eggs Benedict, Burger with Fried Egg, French Toast, Shrimp Cocktail, Egg and bacon fried rice, 2 eggs - meat - home fries with toast and more. (price varies on order) A make it your way Bloody Mary Special with your choice of add ons (shrimp, bacon, celery, cukes and more) Food served 11:30 till 3 p.m. then stay for our Kentucky Derby Party. Ladies win Best Derby Hat prizes. Watch the race and have some fun. All funds raised will go to the repair of our Lake Front Wall Varies with Brunch order. 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. U.S Marine Club- Marine Corps League Worcester

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Continue the celebration of Jane Jacobs in the Woo Week with Jane Week: A Family Scavenger Hunt Adventure Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Worcester Historical Museum, 30 Elm St., Worcester. Event is free to the public. For more information, visit janeswalk.org or email info@preservationworcester.org. Detachment, 181 Lake Ave. 508-612-5639.

>Sunday 7

Better than your Average Yard Sale. Mark your calendars! This year’s sale will be better than ever. PW’s “Better than your Average” Yard Sale features 18th, 19th and early 20th century restoration and home improvement architectural salvage, antiques, reproductions and decorative accessories. You will find a wonderful assortment of unusual items and will be supporting local historic preservation. We are still accepting donations. Call Preservation Worcester at 508-754-8760 to donate. For further details about the event, call us or visit us online at presesrvationworcester.org $20 for Preview from 11:00 AM to Noon. 11 a.m.-2, noon to 3 p.m. Preservation Worcester, 10 Cedar St. 508-7548760 or preservationworcester.org

>Wednesday 10

20th Annual Best Ball Charity Golf Classic. Support veterans and their families by becoming a sponsor, donating raffle items or signing up to play. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Heritage Country Club, 85 Sampson Road, Charlton. 508-791-1213, ext. 1162. Celebrate the Arts Night! Instrumental and vocal ensembles from Sutton Middle and High Schools perform to Celebrate The Arts! Directors include, Ms. Jane Shivick and Ms. Sandra Kerr. Open to the Public. $5 donation. 7-9 p.m. Sutton High School, Auditorium, 383 Boston Road, Sutton.

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Jane Week: Pop-up Party on North Main Street. Drop in any time to celebrate Jane Jacobs birthday on the north of Main Street! A miniature park will pop up on the north end of Main Street. Come experience painting and music, explore historical neighborhood photos and eat birthday cake in celebration of Jane Jacobs. All are welcome! Organized by Action! Worcester Free and open to the public. 4-8 p.m. North Main Street Pop-up Parklet, Worcester, Outside of deadhorsehill restaurant, 281 Main Street, Worcester, 281 Main St. janeswalk.org

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Records & Burpee Children’s Zoo. May 4th-7th Hours: 11am until 7pm (Sunday until 5pm) Free Admission! Educational family fun. Based out of a private farm in Dudley, MA. Camel & Pony Rides! Come see baby goats & sheep, petting animals, lemurs, yak, monkey, coatis, parrots & more! Free Admission. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Klem’s, 117 W Main St., Spencer. 508-885-2708 or klemsonline.com

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Assumption May 4 vs. Bentley, 3:30 p.m. May 5 vs. Bentley, Holy Cross, 7 p.m. May 6 vs. Bentley, Senior Day, 1 p.m. Worcester State >Friday 5 – Sunday 7 May 4 vs. MCLA, MASCAC Tournament First Round, 3:30 p.m. Event: Pottery Invitational. The Worcester Center for Crafts Pottery Nichols Invitational is a nationally recognized, 2½ -day exhibit that brings pottery May 5 @ Curry (CCC Tournament), 3 p.m. to the people. Juried by guest curators who represent new and exciting May 7 vs. Commonwealth Coast Conference Tournament in Newport, ideas in production pottery, the Invitational provides an opportunity for R.I., TBA everyone from pottery aficionados to the casually interested to meet 19 American ceramic artists standing in the gallery next to a display of their Softball work. Just like daylight savings time, the Pottery Invitational illuminates. Holy Cross See a shape that you find enchanting? Ask the potter how the shape was May 6 vs. Lafayette, 12:05 p.m. made. Fall in love with a particular decoration on a pot? Tell the potter May 6 vs. Lafayette, 2:05 p.m. and learn the intricacies of their craft. At the Pottery Invitational, best of May 7 vs. Lafayette, Senior Day, 12:05 p.m. all, everything on view is for sale. Friday- 5:30PM - 7:00PM: Whiskey WPI Tasting Benefit Preview Friday- 7:00PM - 8:30PM: Open to the Public May 6 vs. Babson, NEWMAC Tournament Game 9, 12 p.m. Saturday- 10:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday- 11:00AM - 4:00PM Join us May 7 vs. NEWMAC Tournament Day #4, 1 p.m. for a Whiskey Tasting Preview of the exhibit from 5:30-7:00PM! in an evening to remember, have first dibs on the art, enjoy artisan cheeses by Men’s Track And Field Westfield Farm, indulge in luscious chocolates from Stewart’s and sample Holy Cross May 5 @ Patriot League Outdoor Championship, 9 a.m. fine whiskeys from Austin Liquors! This intimate event is hosted by curators Todd Wahlstrom and Aysha Peltz. $35 p/person. Tickets on sale May 6 @ Patriot League Outdoor Championship, 9 a.m. online or by phone. Free. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Nichols May 5 vs. NCAA Division III New England Championship, TBA Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183, ext. 301. May 6 vs. NCAA Division III New England Championship, TBA >Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 May 7 vs. NCAA Division III New England Championship, TBA 20th Annual Two Nations Powwow. This is the 20th Annual Two Worcester State Nations Powwow. At this Native American style cultural festival you will May 4 @ DIII New England Championships @ Williams College, TBA be able to experience everything from native music and drumming, to May 5 @ DIII New England Championships @ Williams College, TBA dancing, traditional regalia, a teepee village, food, arts & crafts vendors, May 6 @ DIII New England Championships @ Williams College, TBA storytelling, cultural activities and teachings, and much, much more. Assumption Entry into this family friendly event is free, and open to the public. This May 5 @ NE10 Outdoor Championships @ Stonehill College, TBA is our 5th year partnering with the Auburn Sportsman’s Club, (50 Elm Women’s Track And Field Street, off Rt 20) to put on this great event. We’re happy and grateful Holy Cross for the club’s continued sponsorship and support. We invite everyone to May 5 @ Patriot League Outdoor Championship, 9 a.m. come on down and join us in celebrating our heritage and experiencing Native American culture and community. You’ll have a great time enjoying May 6 @ Patriot League Outdoor Championship, 9 a.m. Nichols the outdoors and getting a little taste of how things use to be; as well May 5 vs. NCAA Division III New England Championship, TBA as how we live our traditions today. While entry into the Powwow is free May 6 vs. NCAA Division III New England Championship, TBA of charge, there is a $5.00 fee, per carload, to park at the Sportsman’s May 7 vs. NCAA Division III New England Championship, TBA Club, well worth the experience. Please come and enjoy! Thank you Worcester State and Aquene! $5 parking fee per carload. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Auburn May 4 @ DIII New England Championships @ Williams College, TBA Sportsmam’s Club, 50 Elm St., Auburn. 508-791-3770. May 5 @ DIII New England Championships @ Williams College, TBA >Sunday 7 May 6 @ DIII New England Championships @ Williams College, TBA Walk on the Wild (Worcester Industry/Land Assumption Development) Side. Main Street, Worcester-Past, Present and May 5 @ NE10 Outdoor Championships @ Stonehill College, TBA Future Our principal thoroughfare has had a storied life. Listen to local experts tell its tale. Come join the progressive pedestrian parade for a Men’s Rowing Walk on the WILD (Worcester Industry/Land Development) Side. Gather Clark University at 2 Main Street (the “Old” Courthouse) to begin promptly at 1 pm. Stroll May 6 vs. New England Rowing Championships, TBA along with the group, but feel free to drop in or drop out as we proceed WPI down Main Street. Intended for all ages, and all abilities, but may be May 6 vs. New England Championships, 8 a.m. moderately challenging, but don’t be deterred! 1-3 p.m. Worcester “Old” Women’s Rowing Courthouse, 2 Main St. Assumption May 6 @ New England Championship, TBA Clark University May 6 vs. New England Rowing Championships, TBA WPI Men’s Lacrosse May 6 vs. New England Championships, 8 a.m. Clark University May 6 @ NEWMAC Tournament Championship, 1 p.m.

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Worc. County Memorial Park Paxton. Garden of Faith, 2 plots, Section #347-A 1&2. Today’s cost is $3,900.00 for both. Asking $1,500.00 total for both. Call 508-882-3421 or 909-714-0064

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Painters Wanted Min 5 yrs exp. Exterior & interior. Transportation nec. chance for advancement. 508-757-5239 RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Nursing Grads - Needed immediately for all shifts at local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Full or part time. Highest Pay rates. Call ALL NURSES 1-800-601-6399

Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA. 2 Lots in the Garden of Faith. $1500.00 for both. Near the feature. Mary 508-886-4334. Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Garden of Faith, 2 grave plot. Today’s cost $4600, asking $2000. 508 -278-7777

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Worc. County Memorial Park, Paxton Garden of Honor, 2 plots, Plot 17, Unit C, Graves 3 & 4. Today’s cost is $8,800 for both. Asking $2950 total for both. Call 978-582-9309

Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Garden of Serenity Two lots for sale. Present price $3495 for both, will sell for $900 each, totaling $1800. Call 801-294-7514

Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Unit C, section Heritage II, plots 1 and 2. Today’s price is $6500, asking $3500. 508-344-9626

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The Landmark and Worcester Magazine are seeking a freelance promotions expert with design talent. This candidate will report to the owner of the company and assist in developing our corporate branding strategy, marketing collateral, and develop go-to-market strategy for two new business ventures. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of both imagining great creative concepts and strategies, but also designing them - bringing them to life. So we’re looking for essentially a “one-person agency.” We’re seeking a long-term relationship that will evolve as our company continues to grow.

Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton MA Garden of Heritage II. 2 Lots w/vaults. Current value $8300.00 Asking $3950.00 for both or B/O. Call Jim 508-769-8107 Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA Garden of the Cross Premier Location, Must sell Value $5250 Asking $4000 OBO 508-799-5678

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We are a unique gift shopcome browse our tapestries, Mexican blankets, jewelry, clothing, glass pipes and perfume bottles, incense and more! Located at 697 Main Street, Holden. Hours: M-F 12 til 6 and Sat. & Sun. 10 til 2. 774-479-6414

Whirlpool Portable Dryer Ex. cond., rebuilt, very good heat drying, on wheels. 120V reg plug. $85. 978-303-5391 FOR SALE

“Oh My Gosh” Antiques & Collectibles Found at The Cider Mill

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Extra wide, extra long electric hospital bed w/gel foam mattress. $100. Manual Hoyer lift w/canvas carrier. $50. Call 508-829-0468 Electric Hoyer Lift Battery charger, extra battery and canvas carriers. $400. Call 508829-0468 Craftsman Lawn Tractor - 2005 Auto-Tran. New btry-belttservice done. Ready to go. Can deliver $550. Call 508-949-1320

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Considerable flexibility afforded the successful applicant. Email resume with portfolio access to: Kirk Davis, Owner, kirk.a.davis@comcast.net.

Worcester Memorial Park Paxton Garden of Honor, 2 plots, unit B, graves 3 & 4. Today’s cost $8500 for both, asking $4000. Call 910-477-9081

Vintage wood rocking chair w/upholstered seat & pillow. $85. Antique wood chair w/upholstered seat & pillow. $85 508-859-8170 1967 D28 Martin Guitar Intricate abalone shell embellishment on neck. Warm, sweet tone one expects from an instrument of this vintage. Hard shell case included. $4500 OBO. 617-527-5201

Elegant Diamond Engagement Ring Approx. 2 carats set in white gold. Replacement cost $6585, asking $4495. 508-829-3363

Loveseat Chocolate brown velour w/dual power recliners, cup holders and storage compartment. Very gd cond. $299. 508-829-3363 20" One Speed Bicycle Good condition. $15. 978-422-8084 Yamaha Drum Set 5 pc Stage Custom Nouveau Set/cymbals/ Cranberry Red/ Ex. New $450; now $200 (508) 725-2777

Raspberry and Thornless Blackberry Bushes $5 and $7. 508-829-5494 Telescope Like new. 600 pwr EduScience w/instructions, DVD & case. $100. 508-886-6003 Amana ART104TFDW 14.3 cubic foot refrigerator/freezer, bought new, excellent condition, $375. 978-400-3699 Golf clubs, bag, cart (used) Asking $175. 508-865-5726* Brother HL-2170W Wireless Laser Printer, bought new, very good condition, $50 978400-3699 Heavy Duty Prototype PVC Pipes Hammock Frame w/1 cloth & 1 rope material, all accessories. $65 978-537-9925

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Corner Hutch Solid pine - 4 doors - 48" x 76". Accommodates 42" television. $200 OBO. Photo available. 508-829 -6792

We Pay Top Cash For Houses and Land. Any Condition. No Hassle, Fast Closing.

C-13 Zeppelin Stamp Flag Cancelled $200. Got Stamp Questions? Call Ron at 413896-3324

978-423-6529

Corn Hole Game College size, 4 bags. $65. 978-798-1475 U.S. C14 Zeppelin Stamp (U) Flag cncl. $175. Stamp questions? Ron 413-896-3324

PETS & ANIMALS DOGS/PUPPIES FOR SALE Giant Schnauzer Puppy Born 11/24/2016. Black female, natural ears, docked tail, All shots done. Very sweet temperament. Family medical issue forces sale. $1000.. Pictures upon request. 774-6961708

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Publisher’s Notice All real estate advertised in this publication is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, the Massachusetts Anti Discrimination Act and the Boston & Cambridge Fair Housing Ordinances which make it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, ancestry, age, children, marital status, sexual orientation, veterans status or source of income or any intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll free at 1-800-827-5005. For the NE area call HUD at 617-994-8300. The toll free number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275 or 617-565-5453

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Help With Yard Cleanup Senior citizen looking for help with yard cleanup in Millbury. 508-865-2756

AUTO DETAILING

1999 Road King Under 8,000 miles. Too many extras to list. Always stored in room temperature. $10,000 obo 978-4645525 or 978-549-3670 cell

2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 112,000 mi, new brakes/ tires. Runs great. $9K or best reasonable offer. 508-2727797

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT FOR RENT

Furnished Apt For Rent 1 BR, Hrdwd flrs, A.C., fully equipped kit, w/d in unit. Ceiling fan, balcony. Holden. 508-450-0808

FLYING FIELD WANTED Local RC club is looking for a field to fly quiet, electric-only model planes. Land owners who are willing to share their space with hobbyists should contact 508-641-3787.

AUTO DETAIL LOOKING FOR PART TIME HELP 20 TO 25 HR A WEEK BUSY AUTO DETAIL SHOP WILL TRAIN THE RIGHT PERSON 774-272-0815 AUTO/MOTORCYCLE

2001 Suzuki Intruder 1500cc, showroom condition, lots of chrome, Vehix pipes. $4000. Call John at 978-466-6043.

2007 Suzuki Boulevard Cruising Motorcycle C90T; 1474cc; 6300 miles, 1 owner, perfect cond. accessories and new battery. Garaged, covered & serviced. $6,000 508-8498635 2008 Honda Metropolitan Scooter Black and gray. Mint cond. 469 miles. Asking $1650.00. Includes helmet. 207-289-9362 OR 207-450-1492.

AUTO/VAN 2008 Ford E250 Extended Van 3dr, A-T/AC, Power package. Roof racks. Int. shelving, tow package, 6 rims, 8 tires in good cond. Exc. overall cond. 57K miles. $9,999. 508-8292907 AUTOS 2012 Volvo S60 44,000 mi, one owner, white, auto, leather int., fully loaded, $17,900. 508755-0882

YARD SALE & FLEA MARKET DIRECTORY WORCESTER Saturday May 6th 8am-2pm Rain or Shine. Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden. 596 Cambridge St. Call Lynn @508-752-1608 to rent a table asap ($15/$10) 8am coffee; Noon Hot dog lunch; & strawberry shortcake! No vendors please! Princeton - Sat., 5/6 34 Oak Circle - 8 AM MOVING/YARD SALE Holden - 5/6 & 5/7 24 Jamieson Rd - 8AM-2PM Shelves, chairs, prof. punching bag, workbench, freeweights, ladders, garden tools, CDs, DVDs, albums, rolling top desk, lamp beadwork torch, paragon ceramic kiln, lawnmower, desktop computer & more.

GRAFTON FLEA MARKET, INC. OPEN EVERY SUNDAY OUTDOOR/INDOOR

6am - 4pm • Acres of Bargains • Hundreds of Vendors • Thousands of Buyers • 48th Season OUTDOOR BEER & WINE GARDEN

Rte. 140, Grafton/ Upton town line Grafton Flea is the Place to be! Selling Space 508-839-2217 www.graftonflea.com

kee Flea Market Yan1311 Park Street (rt. 20) 2 miles off exit 8 Mass Turnpike Palmer, MA • 413-283-4910

Huge 9000 sq. ft. indoor flea market open 6 days a week with over 130 dealers. Yankee Flea Market is the place to shop whether it be antiques, collectibles or just household furnishings. We also buy (and sell) complete or partial estates as well as furniture, gas & oil memorabilia, vintage beer signs and lights and much, much more. Open Tuesday-Saturday: 10-5, Sunday 11-5, FR E FREsEion Be sure to check us out on Facebook ParkEin is m g d A M AY 4 , 2 0 17 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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75’ Corvette Stingray Coupe

2005 Chrysler Pacifica 6 Cyl., AWD, Good Tires, New Sticker, New Brakes. Very clean, runs good. $2000 OBO. MUST SELL. 508-736-7385. Ask for Michael.

1932 Ford Coupe Little deuce Coupe, with a Corvette mill and four on the floor. 6,000 aprox. mi. Original hot rod, all steel, show car, looks and sounds great. Holden area. $42,000. 407-375-3917

1999 Pontiac Grand Am 6 Cylinder, automatic, needs work or use for parts. 159,903 miles. $675. 978-422-8084

1978 MG MGB 47,000 mi. Green ext. Very solid car from GA. Good overall condition. $7500. Please call 508-7351845.

We Buy and PICK UP Your junk or wrecked cars or trucks. We Sell New and Used Parts. Specials on Batteries and Tires. New and Used! Airport Auto Parts, Inc. 56 Crawford St. Leominster, MA 01453 978-534-3137

Great Rider! Clean Int., All Power, 350 stock engine w/ chrome dress kit and auto trans., garage kept. Color: Red $8,900. 508-688-7360 1987 Mazda RX-7 Coupe, 50,000 mi, red, power sunroof, all original, 5 spd, sharp, fast car. Excellent cond., smells new, very clean. $8500 or make offer. Ken 978-534-1505

2013 BMW 128i 7K Orig Miles, Grey, 3.0, Automatic, Fully Loaded, Serviced. $16,900. 774-239-0800 1930 Ford Model A Sport Coupe, Grey and Black. 50,000 miles. Holden area. $16,000. 407-375-3917

2014 Buick Regal 4 cyl, front wheel drive. 15,000 mi. Sporty, black, leather, power. Showroom condition, half the price. Private sale owner past. $15,990. 508-328-0567

1997 Mercedes-Benz E-420 Sedan, 4 dr., 8 cyl., 214,000 miles. Silver. $1,900 obo. New tires, brakes, etc. Runs good, needs body work. 508-865-5372

1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Original low mileage beauty. Recent 350/325 hp engine. Must see! Trophy winner. 774-437-8717 $6,500

2003 Chevy Corvette Convertable 50th Anniversary Edition 26,000 miles. Automatic, original owner, always garaged, mint cond. $25,000 firm. 774-696-4187

2012 Cadillac CTS AWD, 21,800 miles. Crystal red. Heated black leather seats. Panoramic roof. Dealer maintained. Under warranty. $24,500.00 978-534-8860 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6 cylinder gas. Very good cond. Runs exc. $3200.00 195k miles. Located in Sutton, MA 774-287-0777 2014 Chevrolet Spark LT2 20K Mi. Silver 1.2 Auto Remote Start 37 Highway Mpg 32 City A/C C-D Heated Leather Cruise Fully Serviced, Fully Loaded 7,950 774-239-0800

MEMORIAL DAY MEMORIES On Memorial Day Weekend, we remember those who have passed away and are especially dear to us. On Thursday, May 25th, we will publish a special page devoted to those who are gone but not forgotten. The names and verses will be displayed as show below:

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Raymond P. LussieR

May 7, 1943 - December 27, 2007

Sadly Missed, Lovingly Remembered Your Loving Family

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BOATS 18 Ft. Fiberglass Fishing Boat Galvanized roller trailer, 90HP mariner, outboard motor. $1250. Also 14 ft. boat & trailer. $500 508-853-5789. Ask for Stan.

25 HP Suzuki (Like New) with Boat & Trailer Holden area. Pete 407-375-3917 $2,000

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Paula K. Aberman Associates, Inc.

Paula Savard Gail Lent

ABR, CRB, CRS, GRI ABR, CRS, GRI

(978)-660-9548 (978)-660-9538

Sandra DeRienzo ABR, GRI

Tracy Page* Tracy Sladen John Keefe

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(508)-783-5782

Hannah Meyer

508-662-6807

(978) 537-4971 • 1-(800) 924-8666 Sterling $159,900

1 br 1 bath cottage. To settle estate. Cute started home with detached garage, level plain lot. Two car garage with loft. walk up attic in house. Enclosed front porch the length of the house in front. Title V failed . Buyer responsibility Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x 101 www. paulasavard.com

Winchendon $219,900

3br 1bath Ranch Enjoy the Tranquility of this Very Spacious Ranch that sits on 2 Level Acres Of Land on a Dead End Rd. Yet only 1 Mile from Beautiful Lake Dennison. Recently Renovated Kitchen.Large Open Concept Living and Dining Room With Fieldstone Fireplace! Large 2 Car Garage attached via Enclosed Breezeway! Newer Windows and Doors. Ceramic Tile Floor in Kitchen with Plenty of Counter Top and Cabinet Space! Easy Access to Commuter Routes! Aberman Assoc Inc John Keefe 978-537-4971 x 107

Gardner $270,000

Former vintage food and spirits establishment near Main Street. The impressive mirrored back bar was bought from a hotel in Boston after Prohibition. Beautiful mohogany bar. Seating for 83 in 11 booths and 4 tables, all locally made. Convenient kitchen for meal prep. Price includes a second lot for possible outdoor seating or additional parking. Immaculate three-bedroom apartment on second floor has a lovely sunroom. 4 garages and plenty of on-street parking. BUILDING REVERTED TO RESIDENTIAL ZONING. This is a must see! Buyer due diligence to include verification of property details, condition and allowable uses by the City of Gardner. Aberman Assoc Inc Tracy Page 978-537-4971 x111

Sterling $299,900

3 br 1 1/2 bath waterfront colonial on desireable Lake Washacum in Sterling. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971x101 www.paulasavard.com

Stefanie Roberts

(978) 808-4991

Yasmin Loft (706) 870-4000

2086 Main Street, Lancaster www.paulasavard.com

Commercial Office* 486 Chestnut Street, Suite 11 Gardner MA 01440

Commercial Corner: Templeton $850,000 Property to be sold in “as is” condition. Buyer’s due diligence to include verification of property condition and allowable uses. Lot size taken from survey plan which differs from Town records. Existing structures do not appear suitable for any use. Aberman Assoc Inc. Peter Haley 978-537-4971 x 109

Templeton $225,000

4 br, 1 1/2 bath colonial on a 1/2 acre. Property also offers a detached barn with 2 garage bays. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x 101 www.paulasavard.com

Anna Mary Kraemer CRS (508) 713-5172

Tara Sullivan

(774)-266-6096

Linda Barry

(508)-868-9628

Robin Dunbar Bain

(978) 501-0426

Peter Haley*

(978) 697-0891

Nick Massucco

978-855-4424

Beth Lamontagne 508-340-0574

Jack Vankann 978-870-4998

Lancaster $199,900

1790 antique saltbox. new septic NOT connected . plumbing has been removed. sill needs to be replaced. Water needs to be brought from street to house or well installed at buyer’s expense. 3.9 ACRE woodlot. Gorgeous restoration project. CASH SALE WITH PROOF OF FUNDS WITH OFFER. POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING WITH 25% DOWN. Gate house contains wiring from the street then underground to the house. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x101 www.paulasavard.com

Leominster $269,900

New on the market. 4 bedroom 3 bath multilevel on quiet cul de sac. Family room and full bath on garage level with separate entrance if You need home office. Fenced yard off enclosed sunroom ideal for Pets to go in and out. Eat in kitchen, formal dining, bright sunny living room With Ceiling to floor fireplace. Hardwoods on two levels. Aberman Assoc Inc Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x 101 www.paulasavard.com

Lancaster $279,900

Move-In Ready Antique Colonial boasts a fantastic location and loads of updates. Situated on a full acre lot at the end of a dead-end street,the location offers privacy in a neighborhood setting that is only blocks from the center of town and schools. The home has been completely rewired with new electrical and a 200 amp service. Other updates include a newer roof, a Noritz tankless gas hot water heater, baseboard heaters in the bedrooms, and a radon mitigation system that was installed in 2016. Also included are a gas powered fire-place stove in the living room, stainless steel appliances, high capacity washer/dryer, and a hot tub off the back deck. Part of the highly rated Nashoba School District and convenient to major commuting routes, come see this one and make Lancaster your home today! Aberman Assoc Inc. Hannah Grutchfield Meyer 978-537-4971 x 108

Westminster $339,900

Young 7 room 3 bedroom colonial with first floor familyroom, cathedral ceings 2 baths one on each level. First floor includes laundry and shower. Second floor is a pullman bath with access from the Master bedroom with whirlpool and jetted tub, ,2x6 construction, vinyl siding , farmers porch and deck, utility shed. Exterior is professionally landscaped with irrrigation syster. Abuts westminster CC. Wired for generator. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x 101 www.psavard.com

Leominster $299,900

Young south side contemporary cape on cul de sac. 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths attached 2 car garage, private almost 1/2 acre yard. Aberman Assoc Inc 978537-4971 x 101 www.paulasavard.com

Athol 1,250,000

Handsomely built Chateau sited on 222 Acres. Offers about 1/2 mile of waterfront on Secret Lake. Commanding Views for miles. Custom crafted post and beam. Stone and brick exterior. Soaring ceilings with open concept living areas accented with cozy corners and warm gas or wood stoves. Uniquely built to be self sufficient with active solar producing electricity. Massive stone fireplace. Multiple baths and 4 bedrooms. Double kitchens and walk in pantry. Private beach area. Oversized detached garage for storage cars, rec. vehicles, boat etc. Off the Grid but easily accessible with Rt. 2 East and West nearby. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x102 www.gaillent.com

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Each ad in the feature is accompanied by one or two animals in search of a home Contact Michelle at 508-829-5981 ext. 433 or mpurdie@holdenlandmark.com to inquire about advertising in Adopt-A-Paws! We are seeking sponsors for future issues. You do not need to be a pet related business to sponsor a pet. The more sponsors we get, the more pets we will feature. If your business would like to sponsor a pet, please call Michelle at 508-829-5981 ext. 433 or email mpurdie@holdenlandmark.com.

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LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADVERTISEMENT FOR PROPOSALS May 4, 2017 SEALED PROPOSALS shall be received at the Purchasing Office, 69 Tacoma Street., Worcester, MA 01605. RFPs may be picked up at the location above or may be downloaded from our website: www.worcester-housing.com/purchasing, or call (508) 635-3203, TDD (508) 798-4530. Proposers are responsible for ensuring they have received any/all addenda prior to submitting a proposal. Separate awards will be made for each RFP. WHA reserves the right to reject any or 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 forth in MGL c.258, section 2 as amended. Bid No. Release Date Project Title Bid Opening 17-17 5/5/2017 Fee Accountant Services 2:00 PM May 18, 2017 Pre-Proposal Conference at Executive Office, 40 Belmont St - Worcester MA 01605 2:00 PM May 12, 2017

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LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES Commonwealth of Massachusetts Worcester, ss. SUPERIOR COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT CIVIL ACTION No. 17-671B To HEIRS, DEVISEES AND ASSIGNS OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES B. GRIGGS, JOHN J. GRIGGS, DAWN K. JANDA, MICHAEL S. GRIGGS AND DANIEL C. GRIGGS AND TO ALL PERSONS ENTITLED TO THE BENEFIT OF THE SOLDIERS’ AND SAILORS’ CIVIL RELIEF ACT OF 1940 AS AMENDED: Millbury Federal Credit Union claiming to be the holder of a mortgage covering property situated 284 WEST MAIN STREET, MILLBURY, MA. given by JAMES B. GRIGGS recorded in the Worcester District Registry of Deeds, Book 41859, Page 328, has filed with said court a Complaint for authority to foreclose said mortgage in the manner following: by entry on and possession of the premises therein described and by exercise of the power of sale contained in said mortgage. If you are entitled to the benefits of the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Act of 1940 as amended, and you object to such foreclosure you or your attorney should file a written appearance and answer in said court at Worcester in said County on or before the sixth day of June, next or you may be forever barred from claiming that such foreclosure is invalid under said Act. Witness, Judith Fabricant, Esquire, Administrative Justice of said Court this twenty-fifth day of April 2017 Dennis P. McManus, Clerk 05/04/2017 MS

COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS (SEAL) LAND COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT 17SM001541 ORDER OF NOTICE To: Shawn M. Cassady; Laura E. Prunier and to all persons entitled to the benefit of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, 50 U.S.C.c. 50 §3901 et seq: Wells Fargo Bank, NA claiming to have an interest in a Mortgage covering real property in Millbury, 100 South Main Street, given by Shawn M. Cassady and Laura E. Prunier to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., dated June 13, 2011, and recorded in the Worcester County (Worcester District) Registry of Deeds in Book 47484, Page 1 as affected by a modification agreement dated July 1, 2014 and recorded with said Registry in Book 52817, Page 255, 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 abovementioned 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 June 12, 2017 or you will be forever barred from claiming that you are entitled to the benefits of said Act. Witness, JUDITH C. CUTLER, Chief Justice of said Court on April 25, 2017 Attest: Deborah J. Patterson Recorder 201701-0274-YEL 05/04/2017 MSC

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Worcester, ss. SUPERIOR COURT DEPARTMENT OF THE TRIAL COURT CIVIL ACTION No. 17-627B To Debra Couture of the Town of Sutton, County of Worcester Marcie L. Barron of the Town of Sutton, County of Worcester Anthony A. Barron of the Town of Sutton, County of Worcester AND TO ALL PERSONS ENTITLED TO THE BENEFIT OF THE SOLDIERS’ AND SAILORS’ CIVIL RELIEF ACT OF 1940 AS AMENDED: Millbury Federal Credit Union claiming to be the holder of a mortgage covering property situated 38 Lackey Road, Sutton, MA 01590 given by Debra Couture to Millbury Federal Credit Union, dated May 9, 2006 and recorded in the Worcester District Registry of Deeds, Book 38941, Page 381 has filed with said court a Complaint for authority to foreclose said mortgage in the manner following: by entry on and possession of the premises therein described and by exercise of the power of sale contained in said mortgage. If you are entitled to the benefits of the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Act of 1940 as amended, and you object to such foreclosure you or your attorney should file a written appearance and answer in said court at Worcester in said County on or before the thirty-first day of May, next or you may be forever barred from claiming that such foreclosure is invalid under said Act. Witness, Judith Fabricant, Esquire, Administrative Justice of said Court this nineteenth day of April 2017 Dennis P. McManus, Clerk 05/04/2017 MS

Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of the Sutton Zoning Bylaw Section IV.C. Site Plan Review the Planning Board will hold a hearing on the application of National Grid of Waltham, MA for construction of ten solar canopies, with approximately 9,000 solar panels producing 3,105 kW of direct electric current. Said canopies will be erected over existing storage and parking areas at 1152 Main Street Northbridge. (access in Northbridge, majority of installation in Sutton) The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, May 22, 2017 at 7:10 P.M. A copy of the application can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours. Scott Paul, Chairman LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given by McFee & Newton Towing and Recovery, Inc. of 14 King Street, Northborough, MA, pursuant to the provisions of G.L.c. 255, Section 39A, that they will sell the following vehicles on May 10th, 2017 by public auction to satisfy the garage keeper’s lien for towing expenses, storage charges, care and expenses of the notice and sale of said vehicle. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, Vin# KL1TD566X6B607148, Alisha Vasquez-Blood, 90 Clem Court, South Barre, MA 01074. 1998 Toyota Corolla, Vin# 2T1BR12E0WC001306, Cesar Alicea-Sanchez, 21 Brodeur St, Webster, MA 01570 2012 Toyota Camry, Vin# 4T1BK1FK9CU008219, Andrew Candelaria, 26 Portland St #115, Worcester, MA 01608 2005 Toyota Matrix, Vin# 2T1LR32E65C503431, Lenice Conceiacao16 Bolton St, Worcester, MA 01604 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, Vin# 1G1ZB5E10BF167922, Joseph McFaline, 34 Malburn Terr, Leominster, MA 01453 Signed: Tara DeWolfe, President, McFee & Newton Towing and Recovery, Inc

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A lot has transpired since Allan Grigg got his start rapping about teachers, beers and girls for Worcester’s IYF Productions during the 1980s. Grigg, known to his fans as KoolKojak (or KoOoLkOjAk) went on to co-write and co-produce a No. 1 Billboard hit single with Flo Rida. He earned fame as a multi-platinum Brazilian-American songwriter, producer and artist while working with Brazilian musician Supla. He took home three major awards from the American Society of Composers. He worked on popular films, including “The Hangover,” “The Lorax,” “21 Jump Street,” “Pitch Perfect” and “Passengers.” He successfully collaborated with popular artists Nicki Minaj, Ke$ha, Waka Flocka Flame and Britney Spears. And, throughout his entire career, KoolKojak has served as a proud ambassador for the city of Worcester. In addition to his musical achievements, KoOoLkOjAk has maintained an international presence as a renowned graffiti artist. Locally, his work is featured in the main entrance of the Worcester Historical Museum in a display that includes a set of the museum’s original doors painted in 2013 and an “Entering Worcester” plaque auctioned off during Pow! Wow! Worcester last summer. KoolKojak has collaborated with various public art icons, including the Brazilian duo, Gustavo and Otavio Pandolfo, known as Os Gemeos, who painted the controversial 70-by70 mural in Boston’s Dewey Square during 2012. His list of influences reads like an impressive Rolodex of tastemakers both new and old. The lineup includes architects, street artists, children’s authors, FilipinoAmerican turnatablists, European painters and rock stars. These days, KoolKojak calls Atwater Village home in Los Angeles. Listening to Tchaikovsky and raising butterflies is a far cry from the “magic” times of Mr. Lucey’s high school shop class, but KoolKojak’s ability to harness emotional impact is stronger than ever. Before you reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 or topped the iTunes charts, you lived in Worcester. What is your history with this city? Born and raised. I got my first

boombox at Percy’s, my first rap cassettes at Strawberries and my first BMX at Barney’s.

Can you summarize the trajectory of your artistic career? I started making cassette

tapes in the basement around 1984. IYF Productions was the crew. Eventually, I moved to New York City, making beats and bombing graffiti. I had a No. 1 album in Brazil in 2001. I moved back to Kelley

Square in 2006. Then I made a worldwide No. 1 song with Flo Rida in 2009. Nowadays, I am mainly making music for major motion pictures, launching my creative empire, TRIZM, and raising monarch butterflies with my son in Atwater Village. Chill vibes.

Your resume as a graffiti artist rivals that of your musical career. How does your visual art inspire your music and vice versa? My

goal is emotional impact. With painting, the aim is to portray feeling with colors, inspire feelings. Music is kind of the same. It brings out some feelings. True art makes you feel some type of way.

What is your advice for young people who aspire to work in the music industry?

It’s a business. Bring forth your entrepreneurialism. Make music your life focus. Study the greats. Study new artists, producers and labels. Stay informed on the evolving climate of the biz. Constantly challenge yourself. Hustle to where you want to be. It’s yours for the taking. Call me.

Who are your biggest inspirations as an artist? Oscar Neimeyer (Brazillian

architect), Scott La Rock (American hip hop DJ), Basquiat (graffiti artist), Os Gemeos (street art duo), RammellZee (graffiti writer, performance artist, What are you listening to right now? sculptor), Henri Matisse (French painter), Tropkillaz. Thundercat. No1Drug. Jerry Yo Gabba Gabba (five friendly monsters), Vale. The Flamingos. Kali Uchis. Doja Cat. Dr. Seuss (children’s author), Invisibl And, my son’s favorite, The Nutcracker Skratch Picklz (Filipino-American Suite, on repeat. turnatablists), John Lautner (American architect), Harvey Ball (inventor of the Did you learn any valuable lessons while Smiley Face), Imogen Heap (English collaborating with big name artists like Flo singer-songwriter and composer), Stanley Rida, Nicki Minaj and Ke$ha? Artists are just Kubrick (American film director), AC/DC people. The cool ones realize that. Despite (rock band), John Bonham (drummer for the overwhelming amount of attention Led Zeppelin), The Cardigans (Swedish they receive, the cool ones remain humble rock band), Daft Punk (French electronic and gracious. That being said, It’s like music duo), Kendrick Lamar (rapper and a jungle sometimes. It makes me wonder songwriter), Eric Carle (children’s book how I keep from going under. author and illustrator), Mo Willems Is there a particularly vivid memory from your (animator), Mondrian (Dutch painter), Phase ii (NYC aerosol artist), The Gorillaz time as a high school student in Worcester (British virtual band), Kool and The that sticks out in your mind? Sitting in Mr. Gang (funk and rhythm and blues band), Neil Lucey’s shop class, listening to rap Average White Boys (formerly IYF tapes with Paul Nice. Beasties, de la Soul, Productions) and Keyboard Money Mark EPMD. Over and over. Feeling the fresh (American producer). vibes. Magic times were those. — Sarah Connell M AY 4 , 2 0 1 7 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M

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