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hey are the worst of the worst, the 10 biggest problem properties in Worcester. But not all is at appears with at least some of the properties. Places like The Albion, whose name alone registers alarm among city officials and residents alike, appear to have changed course, with a new owner moving things in a different direction. Donald Cloutier Director of Creative Services x141 ELIZABETH BROOKS Kimberly Vasseur Creative Director/Assistant Director Of course, that’s of Creative Services x142 not how it is with Becky Gill, Stephanie Mallard, David Rand, Wendy Watkins all these properties. Creative Services Department After all, there’s a reason why they’re Helen Linnehan Ad Director x333 Diane Galipeau x335, Rick McGrail x334, Media Consultants on our Top 10 list. As Kathryn Connolly Media Coordinator x332 Worcester Magazine Michelle Purdie Classified Sales Specialist x433 did in 2006 (“Home Worcester Magazine is an independent news weekly covering Sweet Hellhole,” Nov. Central Massachusetts. We accept no responsibility for unsolicited 22), we present the manuscripts. The Publisher has the right to refuse any advertisement. 10 worst properties LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES: Please call 978.728.4302, in Worcester – at email sales@centralmassclass.com, or mail to least going by the Central Mass Classifieds, P.O. Box 546, Holden, MA 01520 number of violations slapped on them by DISTRIBUTION: Worcester Magazine is available free of charge at more than 400 locations, limited to one copy per reader. Additional copies may the city’s housing be purchased for $1 each at Worcester Magazine offices. Unauthorized department (Actually, bulk removal of Worcester Magazine from any public location, or any other it’s 11 – two tied for tampering with Worcester Magazine’s distribution including unauthorized No. 10). You’ll also inserts, is a criminal offense and may be prosecuted under the law. find out how many SUBSCRIPTIONS: First class mail, $156 for one year. Send orders and times police have subscription correspondence to Holden Landmark Corporation, responded to these 22 West St., Suite 31, Millbury, MA 01527. properties. As the ADVERTISING: To place an order for display advertising or to inquire, writer, I tried getting please call 508.749.3166. Worcester Magazine (ISSN 0191-4960) is in touch with each a weekly publication of The Holden Landmark Corporation. All contents and ever property owner or manager on the list. Two agreed to talk. The rest either copyright 2017 by The Holden Landmark Corporation. All rights reserved. didn’t answer, didn’t respond, declined to be interviewed or yelled and hung up. Worcester Magazine is not liable for typographical errors in advertisements. True story: one woman answered a phone listed under a male property manager’s EDITORIAL: 508.749.3166 name, screamed, ‘Why do you keep calling here?’ and hung up. OK, so I called most SALES: 508.749.3166 people more than once. That’s my job. Anyway, here are the properties with the most E-MAIL: editor@worcestermagazine.com violations over the past three years – the city’s biggest problem properties. Worcester Magazine, 72 Shrewsbury St. Worcester, MA 01604 worcestermagazine.com

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Lawsuit brews between sober house director, landlord

BILL SHANER

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he Vanderburgh House, a new sober house on Germain Street in Worcester that ignited debate at a City Council meeting earlier this month, is also the subject of nascent legal battle between the homeowner and the owners of the company. Though it is unclear whether the issue will go to trial or get settled out of court, it could set a precedent for where for-profit sober houses can open in the city, and how. According to court records, the homeowner, James Parker of Texas, sent a letter to The Vanderburgh House owners, telling them to stop using the house as a sober home. In response, the Vanderburgh House this month filed a lawsuit against Parker in Worcester Superior Court. While Parker believes The Vanderburgh House is violating local zoning, Hunter Foote, The Vanderburgh House owner, said federal fair housing law allows for the classification of recovering addicts as disabled people. It is illegal to discriminate against disabled people in housing. The issue has galvanized neighbors, who feel The Vanderburgh is tarnishing the character of the street, which is full of old, stately homes. Neighbors and Council members blasted the

House manager Deedee Gonsalves in the first floor entryway.

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WOO-TOWN INDE X Hey, Mother Nature, the drought is over. Didn’t you get the memo? Apparently not, with a rainedout Memorial Day weekend. -2

Memorial Day ceremonies in and around Worcester remind us of the ultimate sacrifice paid by so many. +5

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Northbridge cancels Memorial Day parade because of rain. Seriously. Rain. -3

Do you hear that? That’s Jake the Lion stirring from his slumber and getting set for opening night with the Worcester Bravehearts. +2

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A weekly quality of life check-in of Worcester

Everywhere else in the country, it’s OK for churches to rent school space. But in Southbridge? Does that question really need an answer? -2

The drowning of an Oxford girl who was set to graduate this year devastates a family, shakes a town and stuns a school. -10

Rain be damned, plenty of area green thumbs still found time to get started on their summer gardens. +2

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City Council approves $334M for Worcester Public Schools

BILL SHANER

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he City Council this week approved a $334-million public school budget, but not without extensive grilling on state and federal aid, bus service cost, social services for low income and immigrant students. The budget is an increase of about $11 million over fiscal 2017. It’s also the single largest line item in the overall $632 million budget, at about 53 percent, without factoring in other costs. At-Large councilors Mike Gaffney and Konnie Lukes came out with the strongest criticisms of the budget. Gaffney focused on bus service costs, which he said haven’t been reduced in a significant way in three years. But he also praised the administration on the budget’s percentage of money dedicated toward teachers versus administrators. Out of about $14,000 spent per student, roughly $300 goes to support administration. The figure is below the state average, and below other large urban systems like Boston and Springfield. Lukes addressed the school budget as a victim of a wider, systemic problem. Much of the city’s school population is comprised of “economically-disadvantaged” students, as defined by state education regulators. Poor students and students who need help learning English cost more to educate, she said, but the district gets insufficient funding from the state and federal government to fund those programs . The schools are suffering she said, and the administration and teachers union need to do more to advocate. Suffering schools, she said,

City councilors talked at length about reserve funds for new buildings at Doherty and South High School

hurt the city as a whole. “The School Department is a major part of the economic development issues in this city,” Lukes said. “We’re not going to attract young families, we’re not going to have a good work force, unless people believe in the school department.” “Part of that,” she continued, “is a funding issue. If it’s not working, we have to address it.”

But most councilors stressed the rising quality of the school department and spoke in favor of the budget. Over the past six years, the city schools have improved, said District 1 Councilor Tony Economou. The fiscal 2018 budget, he said, is a reflection of that, even as problems like unfulfilled charter school reimbursement and inadequate state funding. “When you look at the school budget,” he

said. “I don’t have a problem with it. We’re doing all we can with what we have to work with.” At-Large Councilor Khrystian King said 2017 was a very good year for Worcester students going on to higher ed. He pushed the school administration to further market that fact. continued on page 7

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house recently, calling on the city to do anything it can. But others see the house as part of the wider fight against the opioid epidemic and the neighbors’ problem with the house dramatic. “Think about all those pan handlers,” said Cheryl Price, Vanderburgh House director. “You can’t have it both ways. You cant complain about opioid addiction, but then not want to be part of the solution.” The Vanderburgh House opened in midMarch after Foote signed a lease agreement with Parker. The house is for recovering female addicts, and is one of two houses the company owns. The other, which serves men, is in Southbridge. Foote didn’t sign the lease agreement as Vanderburgh, however. He signed it as Bellus Real Estate Services and Management Company, another real estate firm that Foote owns. By phone, Foote and Cheryl Price, Vanderburgh director and also an employee of Bellus, said Bellus Real Estate is the company that pays the bills, and The Vanderburgh is a philanthropic organization attached to it. The Vanderburgh, Price said, doesn’t make any money. “They call us for-profit,” she said, “but I’d like to see the profit.” Still, rent for tenants is set at $135 a week,

according to Vanderburgh advertisements, and, according to the ownership, there are currently 11 tenants, but they’d like to get 20. At full capacity, the house would generate $2,700 in rent a month. According to the lease agreement, the company is paying $3,000 in rent a month. In a formal notice to quit letter sent on April 24, Jonathan Finkelstein, an attorney representing Parker, listed seven reasons why the Vanderburgh House must cease its operation or face eviction: the owners are subletting to others without the homeowner’s permission, the building underwent unauthorized plumbing work and repairs, unlawful use of the property as housing more than three unrelated tenants, operating a lodging house without proper permits, misrepresenting why they leased the house and withholding $760 from rent in April. In a civil lawsuit filed May 1 by Foote against Parker, he alleges Parker is guilty of housing discrimination, unjust enrichment, misrepresentation and declaratory judgment. The Vanderburgh house, wrote attorney Andrew Tine, can legally operate on Germain Street as its tenants are handicapped and disabled as defined by the Federal Fair Housing Act. Foote alleges Parker has either directly or indirectly coerced, intimidated and/ or interfered with the handicapped residents. Price backs up the claim.

“This is cut and dry discrimination and harassment,” said Price, adding that the neighbors have also been rude and unwelcoming. The lawsuit has not yet been heard in court. Finkelstein said he and Tine planned to meet sometime this week to discuss it. He said he hopes the two parties come to an agreement out of court. “Mr. Parker is not looking for a fight,” he said. But there’s still the issue of Parker not approving the operation of the house as a sober home. “Our feeling was that it was not a use that we had consented to as the owner and landlord,” said Finkelstein. Foote closed the deal with the help of Ron Garebedian, a real estate agent living in Auburn, and it’s unclear from court documents what he said he’d be using the house for. The city code department has also been involved, issuing a letter claiming the house is violating its occupancy permit.

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Indeed, four students received full rides to Harvard University among other success stories. The anecdote was referenced several times during the meeting. King and others said investing in marketing could help elevate the district’s reputation and increase school choice numbers. The Council voted for the budget unanimously. The issue of teacher salaries was little

“The School Department is a major part of the economic development issues in this city. We’re not going to attract young families, we’re not going to have a good work force, unless people believe in the school department.” - At-Large Councilor Konnie Lukes, during discussions over the fiscal 2018 Worcester Public Schools budget.

discussed, save for a few passing remarks, and the Education Association of Worcester, the union representing teachers, wasn’t present for the hearing. The absence comes amid a heated, behind the scenes negotiation between

Worcester Public Schools,” she said, noting it could lead to cuts in AP exams, food service programs and health services across the district, she said. “We’re just hoping that that budget doesn’t

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such as new school buildings, which are often eight- or nine-figure projects. Economou argued further that taking money out of reserves would hurt the city’s bond rating. A bond rating is the municipal

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South High School came up in budget discussions among the City Council’s Finance Committee this week. The school is being eyed for replacement at some point. the School Committee and EAW over raises. Worcester Public Schools teachers aren’t currently being offered raises, and the union is demanding a 4-percent increase. District 5 Councilor Gary Rosen took the conversation to a federal level. He asked Superintendent Maureen Binienda how Worcester would fare if the education plan proposed by the Trump Administration were to go in effect. Binienda, for her part, didn’t mince words. “I think it would be devastating to

get passed,” Binienda said. After the school’s operating budget was heard, a good portion of the remaining budget hearing was absorbed by discussion of how the city should pay for new school buildings. Gaffney said the city could take the money it is depositing into rainy day funds for two future school building projects and give it back to taxpayers. But others, including Economou and At-Large Councilor Kate Toomey, argued it is sound fiscal practice to put money aside for large capital projects,

version of a credit score. A lowered bond rating, Economou argued, would cost the taxpayer by way of more interest paid on less favorable loans. Concern over some budget lines, including the DCU Center and savings accounts for future school building projects, kept the Council from voting on the full budget until at least a week. Bill Shaner can be reached at 508-7493166 x324 or at wshaner@worcestermag.com. Follow him on Twitter @Bill_Shaner.

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At-Large Councilor Konnie Lukes revived an eight-year-old idea this week: a city-wide plastic bag ban. Similar bans have been passed in communities like Natick and Somerville. The ordinance would force stores into using paper bags or no bags at all. The idea is to get plastic bags out of the waste stream, Lukes said. Trash is an issue across the city, she said, and actions like the bag ban would help keep litter off city streets. In Natick, the ban is only on single-use plastic bags used at check-out, according to Brian Benson of the MetroWest Daily News. Lukes’ order calls for the city to gather information on what other communities have done and also take a survey of Worcester retailers. The order, she said, was dropped when she first proposed it eight years ago because it was the general feeling of the Council that the state Legislature would take action. But, she said, “I’ve been waiting eight years for the state to do something on this. It’s not going to happen.” Other councilors were hesitant about the idea. District 3 Councilor George Russell said the plastic bag ban would be another burden Worcester businesses would bear that they wouldn’t if they were to relocate to neighboring towns. If the issue ever comes close to an actual vote, I’d expect much more disagreement.

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ALBION: The License Commission has granted the Albion boarding house an expansion, from 68 to 72 rooms and from 88 occupancy to 100. The Main South rooming house has a troubled past and several spoke against the expansion, including District 4 Councilor Sarai Rivera. Those against, including Commissioner Barbara Haller, said the building’s owners could do more to bring down the number of calls. Some said packing more people into the house could make the problem worse. But the two commissioners that voted for the expansion, Anthony Salvidio and Walter Shea, said the building’s owners, who took over recently and invested a lot of money in improvements, deserve the expansion so long as they keep up the good work. ALL GROWN UP: Three cheers to the

Worcester State professor and students raising Northern red-bellied turtle hatchlings to integrate them back into the wild. As the Telegram and Gazette’s Cyrus Moulton reported, the class is raising the endangered species to give them a head start out in the wild. The species has a small presence in Massachusetts, but is native to some parts of Plymouth and Bristol counties. Assistant Professor Nirvana Filoramo (awesome name) and her class raised the turtles as part of the state Division of Fisheries and Wildlife Program that has integrated more than 4,000 turtles. The turtles, which the class raised from October, were released late last week. In these turbulent times, I encourage more news about animals and less about humans.

THIN THE HEARD: Todd Williams is out of the contest for District 2 City Council, leaving incumbent Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson running unopposed. And, after the Board of Election Commissioners ruled Bill Coleman could run for only for a District 1 or at-large seat, he opted to pursue the four-way District 1 contest. That leaves only eight, including the six incumbents and current District 5 Councilor Gary Rosen, running for an at-large seat. The District 1 race is between Coleman, Ed Moynihan, Gerardo Schiano and Sean Rose. In other campaign news, District 5 challenger Paul Franco has announced his campaign kickoff. It’ll be held Monday, June 5, at 6:30 p.m. at Tatnuck Grill. Franco is one of four candidates being vacated by Rosen. The other three are Doug Arbetter, Matthew Wally and Ben Champagne will seek the seat. DID HELL FREEZE OVER? Well, maybe over on Grafton Hill it did. Word is Paul Clancy

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and Arthur Ellis both spoke at District 3 Councilor George Russell’s recent campaign kickoff. Clancy, you may recall, is the 24-year Council veteran whose open seat Russell won in 2011 to claim his current spot on the Council. And Ellis is one of the candidates (Mathew Taylor and Rick Peters being the others) with whom Russell did battle. Ellis was heavily pro-labor, Russell not so much, which led to a heated race between the two. Russell, by the way, is only the second District 2 councilor in 30-plus years – Clancy, of course, being the first.

COLD RAIN AND SNOW: A dreary day did not deter District 5 Councilor and at-large hopeful

Gary Rosen from hitting the street recently with his signature campaign move. I saw him on my way to work, about 8:45 a.m., at a traffic island at the intersection of Park and Highland streets. Rosen was there, at an island more often than not frequented by panhandlers, holding his own lawn sign mounted to a stake and wearing his own T Shirt. He was by himself, and, given the

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weather, it was quite the sight. That type of campaigning, of course, is his trademark move. Some credit his street-level visibility to defeating then-incumbent District 5 Councilor Bill Eddy in 2013. Rosen, one of two challengers in an eight-way race for at-large and mayor, is hitting the trail early. The election isn’t until November.

TO PROVIDE OR NOT TO PROVIDE: Axia, a bankrupt internet provider servicing many

municipal buildings and police departments in Central and Western Mass., was ordered by a federal judge to continue providing internet. The order, according to the Telegram and Gazette’s Brad Petrishen, was issued by a federal judge to continue running the MassBroadband123 network, dismantling Axia’s claim that the state breached a contract with the company. Judge Timothy Hillman called the company’s assertion, “the conclusion it desires dressed up as an argument.” Jeez, Hillman, tell us how you really feel.

URBAN FARMING: The Planning Board endorsed an ordinance that would expand urban

farming last week. The ordinance changes a city rule that allowed for agriculture only in nonresidential districts. The change, recommended by City Manager Ed Augustus Jr., will hopefully encourage folks to turn vacant lots and back yards into sources for fresh produce. But the City Council also has to weigh in. The zoning change would also allow for bee-keeping, something much needed as the number of natural bees continues to dwindle. But city officials want to create a permit system for the sake, they say, of public safety. Beekeepers naturally find the idea bureaucratic and would rather not have it. The City Council will also take up that aspect when they hold a public hearing on the idea.

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Alban Murtishi. Once the old Paris Cinema comes down, a phoenix will rise from its crusty ashes. The Brew Garden, a beer garden with more than 500 seats, a stage and a pavilion will fill the space, according to Frank Peace, CEO of New England Craft Restaurant Concepts. Naturally, the restaurateur pointed to the oft-cited “Worcester renaissance” as the reason for the ambitious move. The garden will open next to a new Asian restaurant called Stix, which will serve skewered meats and ramen, a new pizza place and a bar serving pub fare. It’s all under the “Craft” brand, and we can expect it toward the end of this year or the beginning of next.

ALT RIGHT CRACKDOWN: Facebook last week suspended Turtleboy Sports Facebook

pages. One of Turtleboy’s anonymous authors claims it’s because trolls are reporting the page for pornography or something. Another interpretation – stop me if I’m going too far here – is that the content is often pretty vulgar and trollish in its own right. Kind of ironic that a main source of Turtleboy’s “news,” i.e. all those “ratchet” Facebook pages, blocked the outlet from using the platform to promote its content. The pages were set to come back online today.

THE CITY WEBSITE: Speaking of bad websites, City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. said the

city’s redesigned page is looking at a July launch. The city’s website is probably my least favorite part of Worcester, at least so far, so this news is very welcome. District 2 City Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson teased that there may be a “soft launch” of the site floating out there in the ether. I’ll venmo $5 to anyone anyone who sends me a link. Augustus said an official launch date of July is likely, but cautioned against promising it. City Hall staff are currently combing the website for bugs and dead links, and he said he’d rather have the launch done right than rushed. Councilors this week also talked about the possibility of putting health and building inspections online, either in the form of a graded system or an open database. There are a few problems, though. Apparently, restaurant inspections are still done with pen and paper, and councilors questioned whether or not a pure data dump of scanned reports would actually serve the public. Augustus said data-basing the reports has been more complicated than city officials had anticipated and the Council just kind of left it at that. As one Worcester resident, I’d like to make my opinion clear: the more data online, the better, even if the initial roll-out is clunky and hard to navigate.

HAND OVER THE GAVEL: At-Large Councilor Mike Gaffney, who has yet to formally announce whether he will run for mayor, has at least gotten some practice in, recently. He chaired one meeting, with Mayor Joe Petty not present, and also presided over a budget hearing this week. Alas, Petty reclaimed his seat for the Council’s regular meeting that night.

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irst Night as we knew it is gone. First Night Worcester Inc. has stepped away from the festivities after 35 years. It is also stepping away from the challenges and headaches that come with organizing and pulling off an event the scale of First Night. This paper has previously called for new life and energy – and new ideas – for First Night. That is not to take anything away from the sweat equity that has gone into creating something for the families of Worcester and beyond. But, as the old saying goes, all good things come to an end. That means the doors could open on something new – something even better. First Night Worcester aimed to provide big-city fun in a small-town way. That is, organizers knew residents, while aware they live in the second biggest city in New England, also have a sometimes fierce town mentality. They don’t want to pay for their parking – and they don’t want to freeze their keisters off like the millions in Times Square. To that end, First Night offered many different locales – places where you could keep warm. There was outdoor fun, to be sure, but much of the entertainment took place in halls, churches and other welcoming venues. First Night was wholesome, family entertainment. But it also became too spread out. When you have to hop on a trolley, or walk a half-mile or more from destination to destination, that’s not too family-friendly. In days past, First Night was downtown-focused. It is time for a return to that. The city, along with the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce and Destination Worcester, is looking at keeping First Night alive in some fashion. It is quite likely downtown Worcester will again come into play. With the city manager keen on 100 events on City Common this year, it makes perfect sense to offer a scaled-down First Night that makes great use of the Common. Maybe even pull in the DCU Center. There’s something else the new organizers should consider: while family-friendly is a good way to go, it doesn’t mean you have to shut out the young adults. One thing that may have hurt First Night Worcester is that it went pretty much bone-dry. What about a beer garden at City Common? What about a total block party, with Franklin and Front streets shut down for New Year’s Eve? Maybe something that is broken into different segments. Earlier time for the kids, later for legal-aged adults. The most important thing is to think outside the box. No idea should be immediately dismissed. What about an outdoor carnival? Or a nightlong concert? Heated tents could be set up to offer respite from the cold. Dare we dream of a ball drop on the Common? Oh, and don’t forget the food trucks. No, not two or three in one location. Make it open to whoever wants to take part – and let them set up where they might otherwise not set up during the rest of the year. The city should loosen its collective tie for New Year’s Eve and come up with something that maintains the spirit of the old First Night, while capturing the modern consumption and entertainment habits of today’s adults and families. By the way, that should include social media and cell phones. Create a First Night App that has events, maps and more at the ready. Maybe it could incorporate tickets for admission. That also means security. One thing First Night Worcester did not have was a lot of security. In this day and age, that is a necessity. It wasn’t as necessary for a spread-out affair, but if events are to be more concentrated in one area, security will need to be a high priority.

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ust recently at a School Committee meeting Sharon Leary, AVID curriculum liaison, and Janet Mathiew, community resource and AVID specialist, spoke about a program that perhaps many have still not heard about: AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination). Superintendent Maureen Binienda asked the AVID administrative staff to speak about the curriculum in this program in an effort to let parents and the community know about its importance to the students and their families. Both educators did an outstanding job in articulating the value of this program. Basically, AVID is a nationwide nonprofit program that provides professional learning for educators to improve college readiness for all students, especially those traditionally underrepresented in higher education. AVID’s College Readiness System had its start at the secondary level, with the AVID Elective class and AVID school-wide, and now also includes work in elementary schools. AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness through a rigorous and structured curriculum. AVID teaches the students strategies in writing, inquiry

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and literacy, and has a framework of structures that will motivate, model and assist those students in the middle who care to learn. Currently, there are close to 3,000 students enrolled in the AVID program in Worcester. Let me give you a sampling of the program. On the secondary level, grades 7-12, the program prepares students in the academic middle for four-year college eligibility. These students are given assistance as they tackle the most rigorous classes that will guide them to a successful college career and beyond. Students are given academic instruction, college tutorial support, organizational skills and a focus on higher order thinking skills. On the elementary level, instruction takes a systemic approach starting in forth grade. Instructional strategies include focused note taking, goal setting, binder organization, reading to learn/writing to learn, cooperative grouping, higher-order thinking and questioning skills. Needless to say that is a very comprehensive array of skills for the students to learn and a most impressive listing. Currently, there are nine elementary schools that have this program: Canterbury Street, City View, Chandler Magnet, Columbus Park,

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commentary | opinions Goddard School of Science, May Street, Nelson Place, Norrback Avenue and Quinsigamond. Another great feature of this program is the involvement of parents in the learning process. They are invited to participate in AVID family workshops, where family members can learn ways to support their student’s academics. Parents are also encouraged to maintain regular contact with their teacher. Many of the parents I spoke with love the program and the structure it has given to their child. Research shows AVID has been very successful in meeting the needs of its students, as indicated by looking at such measurements as Grade Point Averages, SAT scores and college acceptance rates. What distinguishes AVID from other educational reform programs is its continuous success rate. Here are some very impressive statistics about AVID: 98 percent of the students in the program graduate and 96.5 percent go on to higher education. In addition, all of the students take the AP exam. Last year, there were 727 AP Exams taken by AVID students. It takes a village to raise a child and Hanover Insurance has been an outstanding partner with the AVID program. The

schools were able to purchase all of the AVID binders from grades 4-6 at the nine elementary sites. Hanover has funded the buses for all elementary students’ visits to a college each year. They continue to host AVID family college sessions on a Saturday at the Hanover Building at 440 Lincoln Street, with 14 college informational breakout sessions. In addition, each October there is a college fair funded by Hanover at Assumption College, where 60 colleges engage Worcester Public Schools students in conversation. Most importantly, Hanover provides the resources for all the AVID professional learning opportunities for those teachers in the program. Hanover also provides 14 $2,500 scholarships to AVID seniors going on to higher education. Another great feature of the program is that the many colleges in the area (MCPHS, Clark University, Holy Cross, Worcester State University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute) supply AVID with college tutors. These students are highly motivated and assist the teacher to facilitate student access to a rigorous curriculum. Currently, there are 176 AVID-trained tutors placed in 46 AVID elective classrooms. In addition, there is breaking news about AVID. The Worcester Public Schools will be

one of two districts across the nation to be part of the Generation to Generation (part of ENCORE Inc., a worldwide nonprofit organization out of California) with an office in Boston. Its goal is to mobilize the over-50 generation to assist the younger generation of students. According to Leary, two cities across the nation have been invited to partner with Generation to Generation/AVID to bring what they are calling “Generationals” to the AVID classrooms. Worcester is one of them. “The plan is to have them be our ‘generational AVID tutors,’” Leary said. This will be a story in itself, but in general the program will consist of professional working in AVID classrooms without any cost to the Worcester Public Schools. Stay tuned for more on AVID’s partnership. Bottom line, if any parent wants to find out more about getting their child into the AVID program, talk to someone at the school or call up the AVID office at 508 -799-3283. Again, this is another outstanding program taking place in the Worcester Public Schools. Now you know what AVID is all about. John Monfredo is a retired Worcester Public Schools principal and a current School Committee member.

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“Right now, we’ve got it under control.”

- Mike O’Rourke, owner of the Albion rooming house on Main Street in Worcester, on issues that have long plagued the building. “The only thing we can do is hope.” - Gloria Hall, co-founder of Art in the Park, which takes place in Worcester’s Elm Park, on vandalism that took place in 2015. “Obviously, the tranquility, the beauty … it makes it really difficult for a lot of folks here, because of the horror war, because of the losses in war.” - state Rep. Jim O’Day, at a Memorial Day ceremony at the Vietnam War Memorial in Green Hill Park in Worcester.

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S ’ R E T S E C R O W TIES R E P O R P T S R 10 WO By Walter Bird Jr.

First things first. Not all landlords are evil, greedy, ignorant slum lords. Just like not all tenants are nasty, rude inhabitants from hell who break windows and dump trash all over the yard. When you look at the history of some the city’s biggest property

nightmares, however, it’s easy to see how many landlords and tenants have gained their respective reputations. No heat. Clogged toilets that overflow to the apartments below them. Mattresses and sofas left stained and rain-soaked in yards and on sidewalks. Tenants who ask their landlord for help, then quickly turn them in to city inspectors. Landlords who show up on the first of the month – and not another day until the next time rent is due. That is some of what I found when I asked the city for a list of its most problem rental properties. I decided to go with the 10 worst because, well, 10 is a manageable number and newspaper space is finite. Those making the list did so based on the total number of violations cited by the city Housing Department over the past three years, 20142016. You’ll count 11 total properties, actually, because two tied for the 10th and final spot.

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We’ll start with No. 10, but before we do, some observations worth noting. First, as I stated at the outset, not all landlords are absentee, money-hungry ogres. Some became involved after many of the problems arose between the city and previous owners. Some thought they knew what they were doing, and soon found out they didn’t. I called each owner or manager of the properties on this list – most more than once, often two or three times. Two spoke with me. One issued a terse response, before hanging up. One woman answered the phone listed for the male property manager, heatedly berated me, then hung up. Others said the owner or property manager wasn’t available. Some asked me to call back, then ignored the subsequent call. Others never answered, despite messages left for them. And one is believed to be in Africa, where, according to local tales, she is a real life princess. Let’s just say her Worcester property isn’t exactly a castle. One thing became clear during the course of putting this story together: the city has not ignored properties that have become eyesores. Citations – in more than one case numbering over 100 – have been issued, court cases pursued and remedies sought. Solving some problems has been easier than others. While some landlords are local, others reside in towns miles away from Worcester, some in different cities altogether. Some have local property managers, but one of the biggest issues, as noted by Amanda Wilson, the city’s director of Housing/Health Inspections, is the frequent lack of hands-on oversight by landlords of their properties. If tenants believe their landlord doesn’t care about their property, she pointed out, why would they? With that, we give you Worcester’s 10 Worst Properties. We have included incidents involving the police as well as arrests. Those numbers are not necessarily higher than at other properties. Also, note the number of complaints refers to work orders issues for the property.

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According to Wilson, a number of the violations occurred when the property went vacant. Many of the violations, she said, were outstanding when the Baohongs took over. Among the main issues was non-conforming trash (the use of non-yellow trash bags). One no-no the Baohongs did commit: interior renovations without a permit. A plumbing permit was pulled in the middle of the work, Wilson said. The city signed off on the problems in June 2016. Since then, according to Wilson, there has been one trash issue.

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Owner Mu hammad S arwar Jabb ar Occupancy 1 convenie 6 units nce store Violations Complaints 69 Police Incid 11 ents Arrests 21 3

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The most recent complaints have included evidence of rodents, dropped ceiling damage, inoperable kitchen stove burners, inoperable kitchen/pantry light fixtures and a heating system in one unit that was not operating as intended. Before that, the city examined issues involving a bathroom sink not secured to a wall, loose outlets, hole in walls throughout the unit, points of entries in the foundation, broken ceiling tiles, water-damaged tiles, damage to a third-floor unit window, rodents, lack of trash receptacles and trash. Jabbar also owns Edgemere Mini Mart on Mill Street. According to Wilson, inspectors have said they have a good working relationship with Jabbar.

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4 Wellingto n St. Owner Xiu Juan Lin (66 Vernon L LC) Occupancy units Violations 72 Complaints 20 Police Incide nts Arrests 204 53

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The last two complaints on this property were called in by a tenant who eventually canceled them, according to Wilson. In January, a tenant reported rodent infestation as well as issues with an electrical outlet. The inspector called the next morning to schedule an appointment, only to have the occupant reschedule. Twelve days later, Wilson said, the tenant called to say the landlord had corrected the problems. Before that, in another unusual incident, an inspector received a complaint of bedbugs, mice and cockroaches (what Wilson said is known as the “housing trifecta”) on a Friday. When the inspector visited Monday, the tenant had moved out. The inspector had been in the apartment weeks earlier, according to Wilson, and the apartment had been exterminated. Before that, there were trash issues in March last year. In 2015, house board heater covers were found in disrepair, along with a heat detector hanging on the rear porch and trash around the building. There were also mold concerns that year, but no sign of active growth. Lin also owns property on Grafton Street.

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The main issues centered on trash, according to Wilson, but inspectors also have addressed lights in the common area. In a second-floor apartment, inspectors discovered broken/ cracked floor tiles and a hole in the bathroom wall, along with mice. In addition, occupants did not have trash receptacles. That all appeared to take place between December last year and March. Before that, Wilson said, inspectors dealt with trash, a front entry door lock that did not work, a missing suspended ceiling tile, hole in a hallway sign, evidence of a water leak in a bedroom and a kitchen cabinet door coming off. “Everything has been corrected,” Wilson said. “The trash seems to be taken care of.”

74 Rodney St. Minerba “Minnie” Owner Santoscordero & Christine Wright 4 units Occupancy Violations 81 Complaints 9 25 Police Incidents Arrests 0

Santoscordero owns two other properties on Rodney Street (112 and 116) as well as 39 Stanton. Main issues at 74 Rodney have included issues with hallway lights, cross-metering, a loose handrail and trash. Last winter, according to Wilson, the entire chimney had to be rebuilt. Some work was also done without a permit, including a vented room heater and gas hot water tank. Wilson said Santoscordero evicted one tenant who had no gas heat at the time. There was also a tenant/ landlord dispute in February over a chronic trash problem. “I don’t know how hands-on she is,” Wilson said, “but she certainly seems to be corresponding with inspectors.” There have been issues at some of Santoscordero’s other properties as well. At 112 Rodney, there were reports of unregistered vehicles and trash in 2016. In March this year, there was a report of an item on a public way. At 39 Rodney, a citation was issued for sanitation non-conforming. Bulk items were also reported on a sidewalk. Wilson also noted a housing emergency, when the gas company told an occupant there was a gas leak. The tenant, who Wilson said referred to Santoscordero as an “absentee landlord,” said the landlord said she would send someone in two weeks to fix the problem. The caller did not have hot water at the site. That was in October 2015, Wilson said.

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Most of the issues, according to Wilson, occurred in 2014. The current owner, Parish, took over in August 2015. The main problems involved soffit trim falling off, leaky piles, broken light fixtures, a hot water tank in disrepair and no heating system on the second floor. According to Wilson, Parish has been a good owner so far. “This time last year,” she said, “we had a complaint for rodents. That was abated.”

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87 Gage St. David Parish Owner (Partan Investments LLC) 3 units Occupancy Violations 87 Complaints 9 33 Police Incidents Arrests 6

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Rachel Mayanja Owner 6 units (1 vacant) Occupancy Violations 115 Complaints 27 170 Police Incidents Arrests 13

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According to what inspectors have said, Mayanja is a princess in her home country. She is often in Africa. Her brother, John, used to own the building, and had been looking after the property, but is also not always around. Someone else looks after the property, according to Wilson. Not surprisingly, among the main issues has been the absenteeism of the landlord. Bedbugs also have been a problem, as has trash. “We were looking to put this into receivership a couple years ago,” Wilson said of the process that sees certain properties put under the responsibility of another individual. “Then we fined him. He kind of kept things at bay. There were some issues with police. He had said he was going to empty out the property, redo it and decide what to do with it. He did not do that. He’s been gone for a while now.” The property averages about a complaint a month, Wilson said, but the person overseeing the property now, “seems to be taking care of it.” “Overall,” she said,”this is one that we are certainly keeping our eye on. If it starts to fall, we’ll look at receivership on that one quickly.”

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rdian Preci moved to Worcester in 2011. An Albanian, he had been living in England. A couple years after settling in, he decided to join the ranks of property owners in the city, buying a four-family apartment building at 12 Lawrence St. “It was cheap,” Preci recalled of the building he bought in 2013. “I thought it was a good idea.” For Preci, it turned out to be anything but. “I didn’t know much about the laws and regulations and how Worcester worked,” he said. Preci’s lack of experience and unfamiliarity with the rules and laws turned what might have been a step toward the American Dream into a nightmare. “I went through hell a couple years, moving tenants around, trying to fix stuff up,” he said. Tenants who appeared to care little for where they lived, and even less about paying rent, proved especially troublesome. “The notion of not paying rent at the end of the month is kind of foreign to me,” Preci said. “I’m a renter myself.” Buying the property with tenants already in place likely contributed to Preci’s problems, Worcester Housing/Health Inspections Director Amanda Wilson said. “I think he got taken advantage of,” she

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Some landlords on this list may not generate much, if any, sympathy, and while he can’t be held blameless, Preci may well have gotten in over his head on this one (see sidebar). “I think he got taken advantage of,” Wilson said. “He bought the property with the occupants, which was certainly part of the issue. A tax lien was sold by the city and bought by a tax lien company. Once they had a buyer, they transferred it right to the buyer.” The main issues with 12 Lawrence St. were heat, rats and trash. A lot of the trash, Wilson said, came from occupants. Did Preci, as he tells it, get in over his head? “To an extent,” Wilson said, “but I think he could have stopped the bleeding at some point as well. We gave him a lot of warnings that he was heading down the wrong path.” Wilson said the city installed a gas parlor heater at the property. Preci had a plumber install one, she said, but it didn’t work. “Our plumbing inspector could never get hold of him,” Wilson said.

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Ardian Preci Owner Vacant Occupancy 126 Violations 15 Complaints 58 Police Incidents 0 Arrests

said. “He bought the property with the occupants, which was certainly part of the issue.” According to Preci, he let the existing tenants stay in their apartments. “It was my fault,” he said. “They seemed like nice people.” Instead, Preci said, he had tenants who would complain of problems in their apartment, then call the city on him. Rent was often not paid on time, and in one case, he said, a tenant who said they had one dog turned out to have seven. “They were breeding and selling dogs,” Preci said. He said he tried explaining his plight to the city. “I said, ‘Look, guys, I’m stuck with tenants you wouldn’t ever wish lived in Worcester,” Preci said. That doesn’t tell the whole story, Wilson said, suggesting Preci could have been more attentive to his property and responsive to tenants. “We gave him a lot of warnings that he was heading down the wrong path,” Wilson said. Said Preci: “There were a few things I didn’t know what I was doing. I thought I knew, but I didn’t.” Preci said he is trying to sell the property, and hopes just to break even. “When you have a bad tenant, you can almost go broke,” he said. “I’m done with properties.” -Walter Bird Jr.

This property needs no introduction. Mention the Albion and just about everyone in Worcester – and maybe beyond – has heard of it. Police certainly have. Housing and health inspectors, too, are quite familiar with the Albion, a rooming house whose inhabitants consist of drug users, sex offenders and others. But could its fortunes be changing? O’Rourke took over late last year (see sidebar), and to hear some of the workers and residents tell it, he has cracked down on rules, spruced things up and changed the overall atmosphere. In fact, according to Wilson, close to 50 residents left because they didn’t want to follow the new rules. Property damage, much of it by the occupants, has been among the biggest problems. One resident on an upper floor flushed large soda bottles down a toilet, causing flooding that ruined the ceilings of all the bathrooms beneath it. Another resident destroyed all emergency lighting, including emergency exits. The building also had the “housing trifecta” of bedbugs, cockroaches and mice; general water leaks; and trash. Currently, there are no active court cases involving the Albion. ELIZABETH BROOKS

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Owner Mike O’Rou (The New Albion rke LLC) Occupancy 68 (recently approved units fo Violations r 72) Complaints 142 26 Police Incidents 1,333 Arrests 67

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ike O’Rourke did not bid on the Albion when it went up for auction last year. He ended up buying it from the high bidder. Could O’Rourke be the one to turn the notorious rooming house from a house of horrors into one of Worcester’s brightest? That may be asking a lot, but in the months since he took over, O’Rourke, a principal with Worcester County Management Corp., already has made significant changes at the Albion. He owns about 60 properties, most of them in Worcester, and the Albion may pose the ELIZABETH BROOKS biggest challenges yet. O’Rourke took over the property last September. It was not, however, his first goround with the building. About six or seven years ago, he said, he ran the Albion in receivership. That lasted less than a year, but O’Rourke said he had the building cleaned, top to bottom, and hired to police officers to work details. “We had bad people,” he said. Since buying it last year, O’Rourke said, he has invested $334,000 in the Albion, which he said has left him in $150,000 in debt. He said he bought the building, even knowing the history and all the problems, because, “I liked it.” The numbers speak for themselves when it comes to the Albion: 142 housing/health violations between 2014-16, 1,333 police incidents over that same time and 67 arrests. Many of the residents at the Albion carry baggage of some sort. O’Rourke estimated there were probably 20-30 residents with a criminal history. Drugs are, perhaps, the biggest issue, but his tenants also include sex offenders. He pointed out not all police calls to the Albion are specifically related to his tenants. Sometimes, he said, incidents will unfold outside the building, but the address, of course, is all people will see. Among the first steps O’Rourke took after buying the Albion was establishing rules. “He put up rules, which is something they never had there,” said Amanda Wilson, the city’s director of Housing/Health Inspections. Along with rules came instructions for tenants on how to deal with and report issues in the building. Gone was smoking in the hallways. Out was loitering. Fights would now result in an eviction. Wilson said the sudden strictness resulted in many residents voluntarily leaving. “He went from full occupancy down to almost 20,” Wilson said. “They left on their own accord, because they didn’t want to follow the rules. Close to 50 people left. One person just got up, handed over his keys and wallet and left with nothing on his back.” In addition to implementing new rules, O’Rourke said he has made several fixes and improvements at the Albion. He said he spent $1,500 on new American flags and $500 on plantings outside the front of the building. He said he has also called for two new trees to be planted along the sidewalk. In addition to aesthetics, O’Rourke said all new smoke alarms, which he said he had until next February to install, have been put in place. He said he spent $3,500 to remove asbestos from building pipes. When he took over, O’Rourke said, he spent $17,500 to exterminate the entire building. He spends $1,400 a month on extermination, O’Rourke said. “Right now, we’ve got it under control,” O’Rourke said of the Albion. “I’ve got a few fans that don’t agree, but I think we’ve got it under control. If it gets out of control, we close the building down to visitors. I’ve only had to do that once.” While he knows the reputation of the building and some of its tenants, O’Rourke said someone needs to be there for them. “I think we need to do something for these people,” he said, “because after the Albion, there’s no real step. We need help from the social service people.” While it has been less than a year with O’Rourke at the helm of the Albion, Wilson said there is reason for real optimism. “I’ve been with the city 17 years,” she said. “I used to inspect that property. Every single window was broken in that building. It’s come a long way, it really, really has. Not just because of slapping a coat of paint, although that does make a difference. “A lot of neighborhood people have said they’ve been cautiously optimistic.” — Walter Bird Jr. J U N E 1 , 2 0 1 7 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M 19

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“Clearly, some extermination issues,” is how Wilson put it when it comes to 776 Main St., which is not far from the Albion. “Bedbug issues to the extent I’ve never seen them,” she said. One tenant opened a drawer in her room, only to have bedbugs pour out. “You actually feel for these conditions,” Wilson said. “People were taking things into their own hands, setting off their own bug bombs, which made the bugs scatter to neighboring apartments.” The former owner, Ralph Brutus, was, “to be honest with you, non-existent, not communicative with us at all,” Wilson said. The bank put the property into receivership under Smith. As it had with some other properties, the city had been working on receivership on its own. Smith, Wilson said, emptied the property out, but tried to help residents find other apartments. He ended up evicting some residents. The property remains in foreclosure, according to Wilson. I reached Smith once, but the next time I called, a woman answered and yelled about why I kept calling, then hung up.

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When I reached him by phone, O’Brian said he had nothing to say, and hung up. That might explain why so little has been done to remedy problems at the property. “If anything,” Wilson said, “I’d say the bare minimum is being done.” There were issues earlier this year involving people gaining entry to the building, Wilson said, noting the two basement apartments are empty and have been accessed by outsiders. Among the unsightly discoveries at the building have been needles, used condoms and human feces. The front door lock has also been an issue, Wilson said. On May 12, she said, ELIZABETH BROOKS a large pile of trash was found on the property. The city contacted the person responsible for picking up the trash, Wilson said, only to be told he had not picked up the trash because he had not been paid. When he was contacted, she added, O’Brian said he would take care of it right away. A week later, the trash was gone. Wilson said the city hired a contractor to secure the basement windows from the outside, to protect from intruders.

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Whether they are out of the country or simply a few miles away and don’t show up, Wilson said landlords need to be visible at the properties they own. While problem residents can make it much harder to be a landlord — and while Wilson agrees Massachusetts’ laws

governing properties tend to favor tenants — there is no substitute for being a tentative property owner.

“Everyone needs a place to live, and it has to be safe, sound and inhabitable,” Wilson said. “You have to have someone to … it is essential to respond to the issues.” Property owners, she said, can set the tone for their tenants. “I think when you have a non-responsive property owner,” she said, “you have occupants who begin to, whether they started like that or not, they will begin to take the same attitude of not caring.

“There’s a difference when you walk into someone’s apartment, and you can tell they treat their apartment like a home, versus it happens to be where [they are] staying right now. They’ve made these little touches to make it their own.” Wilson said that was one of the points made at a landlord summit at the DCU Center last fall. “One of the points definitely made was, ‘Be there.’ Be at your properties. Make the appearance, and that’s not at the first of the month,’” she said. “‘Know who your neighbors are. Understand who your tenants are.’ All of these things, the common thread of all these places with trash, trash, trash

could, perhaps, somehow be avoided. I know it’s a frustration on the property owner’s part, but if they’re there more often, they would know which tenant is the issue, what’s happening.” 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. JUNE 1, 2017 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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A new interlude at Art in the Park Joshua Lyford

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Worcester’s Elm Park will see the return of Art in the Park, the public art and sculpture exhibition founded back in 2009. With a collection of great artists participating, Worcester Public School students returning and a first-time theme in “Interludes,” 2017 should be a great year for the public art exhibition.

Gloria D. Hall, project director of Art in the Park Worcester, talks about the upcoming sculpture installations and Exhibition that will open June 11 in Elm Park.

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The opening reception will take place Sunday, June 11, 3-7 p.m. The exhibition runs through Sept. 11. “Initially, I just wanted to have large scale sculptures in Worcester,” Art in the Park cofounder Gloria Hall said. “I thought it would be good to have it in the environment. Then, as the idea moved ahead and moved forward, it became clear that it would be something good to expose public art to the community. Being in Worcester, Worcester’s not known for public art. It would also help to show that art is a part of Worcester’s culture.” Before co-founding Art in the Park, Hall was a fan of the arts and the intersection of public art, visual arts. Providing a means to bring those things to the city was a natural step. “I like it,” Hall said. “It moves me. I like art in general. I like seeing and I like visual arts. I like pottery, ceramics. I think they are an important part of any kind of culture. I think it’s very important. I had this belief that beauty is an important asset, an important part of any culture. Any society, if you look at a society that doesn’t have beauty, typically that society is broken. When you talk about the incorporation of art, music, culture, even

the layout and design in terms of a city, that’s all a part of it.” In keeping with the “Interludes” theme, Art in the Park affords visitors the chance to slow and appreciate public art while taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the every-day. “It gives people a moment to interact with other people. It gives a teaching moment to young children and exposes them to public art,” said Hall. “It provides people who don’t get out of the city an opportunity to see public art. They aren’t in New York, or Washington, D.C., and my Lord, they aren’t in Chicago, where public art abounds.” In 2015, Art in the Park had issues with vandalism. Statues were knocked over, some destroyed, another thrown into a pond. “We had a lot of vandalism unfortunately in 2015,” recalled Hall. “Oddly enough, it was the year when the exhibit was becoming known on a very broad scale on a national basis. We had more submissions than we had ever had. We had submissions from all over the country. For whatever reason, it was also the year that there was an unprecedented amount of vandalism.” From the negative of the vandalism came a positive in a re-imagining of what Art in the

Park can be. It led organizers to take a look at the exhibition and what made Elm Park special. “This year, we wanted to scale it back and think about it being Elm Park,” said Hall. “How is Elm Park used? We came up with the theme, which we’d never had, and we called it ‘Interludes.’ That is what people do when they are in Elm Park. It’s a moment in time when their mind is away from all the hassles that are going on. Even if it’s a place where people can take the time and space to think about what is going on. It’s an interlude. We went back to artists who had presented to the exhibit in the past and actually reached out to other public artists that may be from Worcester.” Hall and the organizers of Art in the Park are hopeful the vandalism issues are in the exhibition’s rear-view, but they have made some decisions in the hopes of curtailing the behavior as well. “The only thing we can do is hope,” said Hall. “We try to accept and ask for large-scale and durable pieces. I think we got that. We do have a couple of pieces that are specifically for people to interact with and on. Maybe that will help. We can’t have eyes on it at

all times. We hope the people in the community will keep their eyes open and if they see something, for lack of a better term, say something.” Participating artists are Lisa Barthelson, David Boyajian, James Burnes, Susan Champeny, Joe Chirchirillo, Jim DiSilvestri, Kathleen Driscoll, Drew Goerlits, Jim Henderson, James Kitchen, Elizabeth Keithline, Rob Lorenson, Philip Marshall, Donna Rudek, Antoinette Prien Schultze, John Weidman, Jerry Williams, Susu Wing, Kate Winn and Michael Yelko. Art in the Park “Interludes” opening festivities at Elm Park take place Sunday, June 11, 3-7 p.m. The reception will feature artist talks, a farmers market and music by The Hip Swayers. The show will be on view through Sept. 11. For more information on Art in the Park, visit Artintheparkworcesterma.org.

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a pitcher’s fatal impact on temperature. We ordered onion rings ($8.49), fried pickles ($5.99) and BBQ pulled pork nachos ($15.99) for the table, all of which turned out to be a hit. The onion rings were made in house, and the batter didn’t bind to our big rounds of hand-cut Spanish onions, served with a zesty dipping sauce. The nachos were built with crisp corn tortilla chips topped with in-house hickory pulled pork, beer BBQ sauce, Monterey Jack cheese, diced tomatoes, pickled jalapenos, chopped scallions and a drizzle of sour cream. The fried pickles were crispy, made from dill chips that had been battered then fried and served with whole grain mustard aioli. The entire lot was gone in less than an instant. For dinner, we conducted a wide sampling of the menu. The signature beer burger ($12.18) was made with under-seasoned, fresh black Angus beef, basted in Wachusett

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members of our party who ordered this dish that the kitchen would unfortunately have to sub tri-colored carrots for green beans; however, green beans arrived as originally indicated on the menu. The final order was an Asian soy salmon ($18.99), pan-roasted and served over delightful stir fry rice noodles, along with a seaweed salad. Brew City is like a time capsule from a decade ago. Decor might be dated, but dishes are reasonably-priced for large groups. Service is swift, napkins are paper. The beer is marginal. You get what you pay for. We took care of our own drinks, and food for the nine of us came to a total $171.92

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take place Saturday, June 3. 12-5 p.m. This year’s festivities will be held on the Worcester Common. Worcester Public Schools alumnus Philip Pham is looking forward to making his return to the city with his authentic Belgian waffle truck, Zinnekan’s. For the event, Pham said, “We have imported Belgian pearl sugars that get baked into the dough, so that by the end of the baking process it gets caramelized into the dough which gives it its sweet, decadent taste.” Entry is $5 if you prepurchase online.

You won’t see Brad Allain behind the bar at deadhorse hill or The Muse anymore, but you might catch him in the fields of Oak and Stone Farm, where he splits his time growing and foraging for wild food. Allain said, “We run a small, working CSA, where members can pay a share and have access to the garden throughout the growing season. We also forage for wild food this time of year. Field garlic, wild violets, and garlic mustard. You can enjoy our goods at deadhorse hill, and soon Mama Roux food trailer.”

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assume. I don’t remember any graphic butt scenes in Jurassic Park, but they sure ate. That’s one of several questions Worcester’s EcoTarium sets out to answer in Did Dinosaurs Poop?, a new exhibit on display through Jan. 7, 2018.

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On June 11, Music Worcester is welcoming Simone Dinnerstein and the Havana Lyceum Orchestra during their U.S. orchestral debut. Crossing cultural and language barriers, the event is free and open to all ages. Interested? RSVP online at Musicworcester.org.

WONDER WOMAN DAY: That’s Entertainment! is hosting a “Celebrate Wonder Woman Day” Saturday, June 3 from 1-5:30 p.m. There will be a three-minute Wonder Woman open mic challenge, a Wonder Woman look-alike Cosplay Contest. and professional cosplayer Joy Rachelle will be on hand taking photographs.

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STUDENT WORK, STILL ON DISPLAY: I missed the opening of “From Our Studios,” the Worcester Center for Crafts student work exhibition featuring pieces made by the organizations 50-plus students that includes ceramics, glass, metal and photography. Luckily, the pieces are still on display through June 3. Check them out while you can.

TRANCE BUDDHA BACK!: Spoiler alert: it isn’t actually back. For those who remember

the venue, however, Ralph’s Diner is hosting some “Trance Buddha Reunions Shows” Friday and Saturday, June 2-3. Featuring NDX, The Allegory Index, Willis & The Tall Kitchen Bags, The Juniper, Relapse in Waiting, Red Mercury and Capitol Seven over two days, should be an interesting one. Tickets are still available. Find the event on Facebook.

REST ALBUM RELEASE: Rest, who hail from “the greater Boston area,” are holding a release show at Distant Castle (ask someone who knows how to make good vegan food for address) for their new album, “Precept,” on Friday, June 9. Riffing alongside Rest are Godless America, Crag Mask, Altar of Ash and Sam Nazz. Excellent.

CLEAN CARS FOR A CAUSE: This is normally where I would insert a snarky remark about how bad my subhead was. I digress. On June 17, Worcester Roller Derby is holding their annual car wash fundraiser at Ralph’s Diner with help from the Federation of Belligerent Writers. The event is all-ages and it costs but five dollars to have your car scrubbed down. Musical accompaniment by SuperJerk, Sapling and Gnärds. FRIENDLY REMINDER FOLLOW UP: Here’s another reminder that Make Music Day Worcester is coming soon. On June 21 in fact. The free live music celebration is free, is open to the public and to experienced and new musical enthusiasts alike. For more info, or to sign on to help, head to Makemusicday.org/worcester. FIVE YEARS OF NEIGHBORHOOD STRINGS: The Worcester

Chamber Music Society is celebrating five years of “Neighborhood Strings,” a free innercity strings program for kids 8-15 years old. To celebrate, the group is holding a “Fiesta! Fundraiser” Friday, June 2 at Tilton Hall on the Clark University campus. Tickets are 65 big ones. Help the kids if you’re fancy.

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chief lifeguard and undisputed king of Emerald Bay. When he discovers drugs are infiltrating his beach, he vows to bust the crime ring supplying them, which, of course, is as far out of his jurisdiction as, say, a crossing guard investigating a triple homicide. Fortunately, Mitch is head of lifeguard recruitment, a process that appears to include a swimsuit competition. His guards, all proportioned for maximum T&A impact, intuitively understand they will be moonlighting as crime-fighters. The only resistance is shown by brash recruit Matt Brody (Efron), a former Olympic swimmer with a Ryan Lochte-like penchant for hard-partying and dopey utterances. He continually questions Mitch about why he’s doing police work rather than, you know, notifying the police. It’s a gag worthy of a chuckle the first time, less so by the tenth. “Baywatch” is the latest in a long line of alleged comedies that exhausts its best jokes in the trailer. Even the outtakes include lines, some of them clearly improvised, superior to anything making the final cut. If the screenwriters’ goal was to introduce the words “ball sack” into as many conversations as possible, even at the risk of appearing to have an almost crippling scrotal fixation, then mission accomplished. “Baywatch” is rated R, but doesn’t earn it. A set-piece early in the film involves a chubby nerd whose erect penis is lodged in a beach chair, a rip-off of the much funnier “franks and beans caught in the zipper” shtick Ben Stiller pulled off in “There’s Something About Mary.” Another time, Mitch, Matt and fellow lifeguard Summer Quinn (Alexandra Daddario) hunt for evidence inside a hospital morgue, with Matt forced to examine a corpse’s, ah yes, scrotum, for needle marks. None of this is smart-stupid. It’s just stupidstupid. Converting a hit TV show into a hit movie is rough business. For every “21 Jump Street” there’s a “Bewitched,” for every “Addams Family” an “Entourage.” Inserting Dwayne Johnson into the lifeguard tower should have paid steeper dividends. Instead, he’s left muttering lame one liners, only truly coming to life when he can say “ball sack.” I’m getting way too comfortable writing this. In case you were wondering, Hasselhoff does make an appearance, dispensing beach wisdom as only he can. The Hoff still looks pretty good for a guy who last wore the red swim trunks 17 years ago. And with that, I end this review the only way I can: Ball sack.

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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. Kretschmann Brewing Co (KBC Brewing) - Brewery and Beer Garden, 9 Frederick St., Webster. Open Mic Most Thursdays @ Barbers North. 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! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438. Open Mic @ The Blue Plate. Show off your musical talents, collaborate, or just listen to some cool tunes in a laid back atmosphere. Most Thursday’s. PA provided. Free. 7-10 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566. Kevin Jones. Free. 7:30-10:30 p.m. The Ballot Box, 11-17 Kelly Square. 774-243-1606. Brian Twohey. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston

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Bill McCarthy Every Friday at Barbers Crossing North. Now catch Bill McCarthy playing his heart out every Friday at Barbers North (Sterling, MA) @6:30pm Visit: BillMcCarthyMusic.com for info. Free! 6:30-9:30 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438. Hit the Bus. 7-10 p.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-3046044. Paul Provost Duo. 7-10 p.m. Homefield Brewing, 3 Arnold Road, Fiskdale. 774-242-6365. Roger Convery, Acoustic Guitarist. Roger Convery is a solo acoustic guitarist, playing Classic Rock, 80’s, 90’s, new and old country. N/A. 7-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, Bar / Lounge, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Mauro DePasquale’s Jazzed Up Trio. 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. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Pho Dakao Framingham, MA, 101 Concord St., Framingham. Casey Polk. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The GazBar Sports Grill, 1045 Central St., Leominster. Chris Reddy Acoustic Loops from Hell. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Mill 185, 185 West Boylston St., West Boylston. 774-261-8585. Live Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Flip Flops, 680 Main St., Holden. Ricky Booth Performs at Loft, Friday at 8. 8-11:59 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 a wide variety of guitars, harmonicas, guitar looping, vocal harmony technology, Bose and UltraSound sound systems. Sean performs solo for many venues and events throughout New England year-round. 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 Flock returns to the Cove! Come get your dose of 80’s mayhem when The Flock returns to the Cove! 21+ Doors at 8pm Show at 9pm $10 at the door $10 at the door. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Cove Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook. The Two Timers. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Square, Leominster. 978-534-5900. Karaoke. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Foodworks, Route 20. 508-7520938. Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Scott Babineau. 8:30-11:30 p.m. South Side Grille & Margarita Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 978-632-1057. The Brother Stereo. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Happy Jack’s, 785 North Main St., Leominster. 978-466-3433.

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It’s opening night at Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field, as the two-time Futures Collegiate Baseball League champs Worcester Bravehearts take on the Bristol Blues Friday, June 2, 7:05 p.m. Tickets are $6-$10. For more information, visit worcesterbravehearts.com or email worcesterbravehearts.com.

living DJs hoping to drag you out of your lonely IPods and phone apps to hear the local & national metal, thrash, screamo, punk and alternative you wont hear on mainstream radio. Tune into WCUW 91.3FM in the Worcester and surrounding areas. Or stream live on wcuw.org (hit the listen live button in the upper left corner of screen) Join your DJs Summi and Momma Bear for an hour of metal, thrash, screamo, punk & alternative. You’re not alone in your digital world. Were out here live! Call in to let us know your listening @ (508)753-2284 after 11pm. Hope you tune in to hear local and national metal and more! 91.3fm or wcuw.org It’s your community radio! So enjoy it already! Sheesh! 11 p.m.-midnight WCUW Studios, 910 Main St. 508-753-2284 or find them on Facebook.

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Bret Talbert - Live at Brew City’s 21st Birthday! Bret Talbert performs acoustified versions of some of the greatest rock, pop & country songs made! Fun will be had. 0. 2-5 p.m. Brew City, 104 Shrewsbury St. 508-752-3862. Live Music. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Sunset Tiki Bar, 79 Powers Road, Westford. 978-692-5700. Boom Box. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. Brazilian Folk Dance & Pig Roast. Music, dance, games 508-853-1350. and ethnic Brazilian/French Canadian/French Haitian foods and Pig Brian Richard Trio. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water Roast. Draft Beer, hot and cold soft drinks free, food and beverages St. will be sold. 6-11 p.m. church social center, church sodial center & Every Friday - Original Rock Bands. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers church grounds, Worcester, MA, 10 Dupont St. 508-873-1190. Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314. Dana Lewis Live! Every Saturday night. Live, acoustic music, Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. Family food, Full Bar, Lottery and Me! Playing the Hits of the 50’s to 978-345-5051. the 80’s. “The Sound Track of your Youth” No Cover. Be there! Free! Karaoke with DJ Bruce. Free. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Meiji Asian 7-10 p.m. Nancy’s Quaker Tavern, 466 Quaker Hgwy (Route146a), Cuisine, 24 Leicester St., North Oxford. 508-731-0120. Uxbridge. 508-779-0901 or find them on Facebook. Live Music. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Auntie Trainwreck. Join your favorite Auntie on Saturday, June Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484. 3rd, 2017 at The Simple Man Saloon in Clinton, MA! Take the short Navy Train. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. ride to Clinton to experience the Simple Man, a great music venue 508-459-9035. with delicious pub style food and great beers on tap. Be there for Zen at Eleven. Acoustic Trio playing the best of Robert Plant and Classic Rock, Blues, Alt Rock and Party favorites all night long, Led Zeppelin $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926and maybe some brand new songs you have not heard from us 8877 or find them on Facebook. before. Help us show the Simple Man and its patrons what another Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment great night out with Auntie Trainwreck is all about, and let’s help DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 Clinton decide who their favorite Auntie is! Who’s coming? 21+, No p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. cover, music starts nice and early at 8 pm! 8-11:30 p.m. Simple magicmikeentertainment.com Man Saloon, 119 High St., Clinton. 978-365-1949 or find them on Spring Street Sound. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Facebook. Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Brian & Captain. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The GazBar Sports Grill, 1045 DJ TecThreat. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. Central St., Leominster. DJs. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-304Cosmic Slim & His Intergalactic Plowboys. Genre-defying 6044. hippiebilly country-and-something musical stylings for your earDJ 21+Canal. Live Dj pushing out all the latest hits for you’re tickling, toe-tapping, boogeying and woogying pleasure. $5. 8 p.m.listening and dancing pleasure! N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:40 a.m. Canal midnight Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or cosmicslim.com Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Ken Macy Performs at Loft, Saturday at 8. 8-11:59 p.m. Safe House Radio Show. This is a live radio broadcast with 2 Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.

Live Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Flip Flops, 680 Main St., Holden. Muya-Classic Metal Covers with PDT at the Cove. Muya is back Playing all of your Favorite Classic Metal from Dio to Slayer! reverbnation.com/pdtpremiumdeathtrap $7 at the Door 21+ to Enter Doors at 8pm $7 at the door . 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Cove Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook. Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Doctor Robert. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Square, Leominster. 978-534-5900. 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. Tony Soul Project at Greendales. The Tony Soul Project will be rocking Greendales in Worcester MA on June 3 2017 The Tony Soul Project has taken many of the standards of the Delta and surrounding areas and their influence & put a monstrous bass line & back beat to make the likes of Elmore, Muddy, T-Model, RL, Wolf, Hooker come to life. We have added many Motown & Stax Record tunes to our list & we dance all night long. Whether a venue, party, wedding or house party, you will be delighted with the sound & personality of this band made up of the finest musicians assembled anywhere. The Tony Soul Project is a unique blend of stylistic musicians from diverse backgrounds, melded together to provide Soul Music, yes Soul Music. James Brown, Otis, Wilson Pickett, Al Green, Stax & Motown. 9 p.m.-midnight Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or tonysoulproject.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 Abraxas. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035. 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. 508-3046044. 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.

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Livegrass. 3-6 p.m. Homefield Brewing, 3 Arnold Road, Fiskdale. 774-242-6365. Dunny’s Blues Jam - Special Guest Sarah Ashleigh. 4-8 p.m. Dunnys Tavern, 291 East Main St., East Brookfield, MA, East Brookfield. Brett Brumby. 5-9 p.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Ricky Duran. 5-8 p.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. 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 my 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. Plaza Azteca, 539 Lincoln St. Kevin Shields. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Karaoke with PJ. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750. Petty Larceny - Tom Petty Tribute Band. 8-11 p.m. U.S Marine Club- Marine Corps League Worcester Detachment, 181 Lake Ave. 508-612-5639 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. Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051. Karaoke with DJ Soup. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. The Royal Furs. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

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Beatboxing for Kids. Beatboxer and a capella musician Melinda Packer comes to the library to teach you all about the art of beatboxing! Learn the basics of vocal percussion, like how to create certain sounds with your mouth and mix them with 5 beginner beats! For ages 9 to 12. Free. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Worcester Public Library, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655. Blue Mondays - Live Blues. 7-11 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Hip Swayers Deluxe! Drink & Sway Monday! 8-11 p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439. Karaoke. DJ Nancy, of Star Sound Entertainment. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385.

events. Registration link: http://bit.ly/2qWPOvd 7-8 p.m. Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., Shrewsbury. 508-842-0081. Tuesday Night Live over WCUW 91.3 FM / wcuw.org. Tuesday Night Live from Vincent’s wraps the season on the acoustic side with performances by Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards as well as Matt Robert! Matt’s widely recognized for his original songs and interpretation of the Blues. Mark and Raianne are clearly inheritors of a timeless legacy, creating music that is both original and evocative of a rich tradition. Come be part of the live broadcast from Vincent’s over WCUW 91.3 FM/ wcuw.org. Vincent’s, 49 Suffolk St. Worcester. Donations accepted! Matt Robert: reverbnation. com/mattrobert Mark Mandeville/Raianne Richards: http:// markandraianne.com Doantion. 7-9 p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St.

508-752-9439. 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

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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.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BASEBALL By: Anthony Cahill Assistant General Manager Little League All Star (a long time ago) Worcester Bravehearts Baseball You’ll get all of the grilled angus burgers, jumbo Fitton Field franks, chicken sandwiches, veggie burgers, a make-your-own-sundae bar, and soda and water you want from 90 minutes before the game until one hour after the first pitch with our new 5-Game Plan. In fact, my bosses think I’m crazy for even offering this ridiculous plan. But heck, baseball is “America’s Pastime” and it just seems to me that most games are so expensive nowadays, so that’s why I created the super-affordable Bravehearts 5-Game Plan. It gives fans five great games plus food and parking for probably the same price you’d usually spend to attend one game in an overpriced ballpark.

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1. This is perfect for families. Bring mom, dad, the kids, or even the in-laws (gulp). Our ballpark is incredibly accessible, safe, and interactive for kids of all ages! 2. Big WEEKEND Games. You probably have things to do during the week, so we’ll give you the big-time weekend games instead. 3. All-You-Can-Eat Pre-Game Buffet. See above! 4. Free Parking. Thanks to our friends at Worcester County Memorial Park Cemetery - they paid for it so you can park for free in the garage next to the main entrance. (Please consider WCMP For your final parking space).

5. Same Great Seats. Reserved Box seats in a special section between the dugouts. 6. Free Hat. A limited-edition Bravehearts navy with lime brim cap that retails for $15 at the Team Shop. Hope you like lime. 7. Three Fireworks Shows. Post-game shows launched from just beyond the right field fence! 8. Highly Affordable. Just $15 / game. That’s $75 per plan! For all that and a bag of chips (the chips are in the buffet).

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Harp Music with Rebecca Swett. Rebecca’s career experiences include performances with orchestras for the Steve Lawrence and Edie Gorme concert, the Russian Symphony Orchestra, the exclusive Admirals Cove in Jupiter, and throughout the Palm Beach area. Rebecca has released 7 CDs and has performed in numerous engagements throughout CT and MA including concerts at Tower Hill Botanical Gardens, Tatnuck Booksellers, libraries as well as freelance work which include weddings, special events and. corporate

Check out the plans and details on our website at www.WorcesterBravehearts.com and click on “5-Game Plans” underneath the “Tickets” drop-down menu. Then call me, Anthony Cahill, at 508-438-3773 or email me at anthony@worcesterbravehearts.com to find out more today! JUNE 1, 2017 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385. Karaoke with DJ Bruce. Free. 9 p.m.-midnight Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice , 268 Chandler St., Worcester, MA.

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Friday, June 2nd 5:00pm - 12:00am

Saturday, June 3rd 12:00pm - 12:00am

Sunday, June 4th 12:00pm - 7:00pm

St. Mary’s Assumption Albanian Orthodox Church

535 Salisbury St. Worcester 508-756-1690 albanianfestival.org Admission only $2.00 Kids under 12 - Free PLATINUM SPONSOR

Free parking and shuttle bus available at Assumption College

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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 Live Music. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Sunset Tiki Bar, 79 Powers Road, Westford. 978-692-5700. Open Mic Wednesday’s 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 “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. 508-3938134 or find them on Facebook.

Karaoke with DJ Soup. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St.

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ADC Performance Center (@ The Artist Development Complex), 18 Mill St., Southbridge. 508-764-6900 or adcmusic. com Anna Maria College, 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; The Seventeenth ArtsWorcester Biennial, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through June 2. 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, 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: Cohen-Lasry House, 11 Hawthorne St. clarku.edu Clark University: Schiltkamp Gallery, 92 Downing St. 508793-7349. Clark University: Traina Center for the Arts, 92 Downing St. clarku.edu 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 508-7937113 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, 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, 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, Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or fitchburgartmuseum.org Fitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, closed Thursday - Saturday. Admission: Free. 781 Main St., Fitchburg. 978345-1157 or fitchburghistoricalsociety.org Fitchburg State University: Hammond Hall, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. fitchburgstate.edu Framed in Tatnuck, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 1099 Pleasant St. 508-770-1270 or framedintatnuck.com Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-4563924 or fruitlands.org

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. Music Therapy with Laughing Drum Circle. Raising energy with rhythms from many cultures around the world. Join us and bring your drum, rattle or flute - first time drummers are always welcome! Free for Cancer Patients, survivors and their families. Open to all. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Generations Healing Center, 250 Main St., Oxford. 508-987-3310 or pinkhippy.org Beatniks Open Mic Night. Beatniks Open Mic Night...Free entry! Every other Wednesday. Check our calendar for details. Stop by for music, poetry, comedy and other entertainment. Set up in the bar or on the stage, it’s your choice. Great chance to try your routine out or simply get some stage time. 8-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Chris Reddy. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Karaoke with Key Performance. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Classic’s Pub, 285 Central St., Leominster. 978-537-7750. Guiliano D’Orazio. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035. Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978-345-5051.

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Gallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations accepted. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 or galleryofafricanart.org Highland Artist Group, 113 Highland St. highlandartistgroup. com Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation 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. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org Museum of Russian Icons, Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (59 +), $7; Students, $5; Children 3-17, $5; Children <3, free. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978598-5000 or 978-598-5000 or museumofrussianicons.org Old Sturbridge Village, Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday. Admission: $28 Adults, $26 Seniors (55+), $14 Youths (4-17), free for Children 3 & Under, $14 College Students with valid college ID. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800-733-1830 or 508-3473362 or osv.org Park Hill Gallery, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - 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 - Saturday. 1 Boston Post Road, Marlborough. 508485-2580 or postroadartcenter.com Preservation Worcester, Hours: closed Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, closed Saturday. 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 or preservationworcester.org 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. 508-7522170 or printsandpotter.com 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 Building, 670 West Boylston St. qcc.edu Rollstone Studios, Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: free. 633 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com Salisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org SAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.com Sprinkler Factory, CONTINUUM: 5 Years On - Open Gallery, Sundays, Saturdays, through June 4; Opposites React, Saturday. Admission: Free. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.com Taproot Bookstore, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1200 West Boylston St. 508-853-5083 or TaprootBookstore.com Tatnuck Bookseller & Cafe, Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday Saturday. 18 Lyman St., Westborough. 508-366-4959 or tatnuck.com The Foster Gallery, 51 Union St. 508-397-7139 or thefostergallery.com 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 St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.com Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, free to Members & Children

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The Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center presents the 36th annual powwow Saturday-Sunday, June 3-4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Treasure Valley Scout Reservation, 394 Pleasantdale Road, Rutland. Learn about Native American culture and tradition. Parking is $5 a carload. For more information, email wiiccenter@yahoo.com or call 508-578-5385. under. 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Stoddard Education and Visitors Center, 11 French Drive, Boylston. towerhillbg.org Tower Hill Botanic Garden: The Great Hall, 11 French Drive, Boylston. towerhillbg.org Tower Hill Botanic Garden: The Orangerie, 11 French Drive, Boylston. towerhillbg.org Worcester Art Museum, Helmutt on the Move, Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sept. 1 - Aug. 31; Highest Heaven: Spanish and Portuguese Colonial Art from the Roberta and Richard Huber Collection, Through July 9; Jeppson Idea Lab: Master Vases from Ancient Greece, Through Oct. 1; John O’Reilly: A Studio Odyssey, Through Aug. 13; Family Tour, Saturday; Tour of the Month: Highest Heaven: Spanish and Portuguese Colonial Art, Saturday; Zip Tour: Vanitas, Saturday; Sunday Public Tour, Sundays, through Dec. 17; Stroller Tour: Fishes & Water, Wednesday. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m.

to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 seniors, free for youth 17 and under. Free for all first Saturdays of each month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-7994406 or worcesterart.org Worcester Center for Crafts, Exhibition: From Our Studios, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through June 3. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or worcestercraftcenter.org Worcester Historical Museum, Hours: closed Sunday Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org Worcester Public Library, Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-7991655 or worcpublib.org WPI: George C. Gordon Library, 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu

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 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 Fri & Sat July 7th & 8th Mitch Stinson Steve Halligan and Friends Fri & Sat July 14th & 15th Emma Willmann Josh Day 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 Comedy Open Mic in the Cabaret! - Mondays, Monday, May 15 - Monday, December 18. The 1st and 3rd Monday of every month! Sign ups are at 7:30 and the show starts at 8:00! Free. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. Call 508-753-4030. Ahoy! A Stand Up Showcase - Friday, June 2. Shaun Connolly and Eric Taylor Present: Casey Crawford (Just for Laughs) Nick Chambers (Good Kids Movie, Old School Game Show) Zachary Brazão (The Cape Fear Comedy Festival) Mark Gallagher (The Mark Gallagher Thing) Doug Guertin (Boston Comedy Festival) Laura Severse (Boston Comedy Chicks) Tickets are $7 Beers are $1 Peanuts are free $7. 8:30-11 p.m. Hotel Vernon - The Ship Room/ Kelley Square Yacht Club, 1 Millbury St. Visit Facebook. Arms and Armor: Company of the Wolfe Argent - Saturday, June 3. Representing a company of 15th century Burgundian men-at-arms, 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. Jerry Seinfeld - Saturday, June 3. America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will be performing his signature stand-up routine here in Worcester. Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. Seinfeld now sets his sights on performing both nationally and internationally in 2017. Tickets are $50, $70, $85 and $150 depending on seat location. . 7-8:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts, 2 Southbridge St. Call 877-571-7469 or visit thehanovertheatre.org Arms and Armor: Onna-Bugeisha - Women of the Samurai - Sunday, June 4. 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. Show People. Tuesday, June 6, 2:00 p.m. - Richard Hughes and his Silent Movie Piano return to Briarwood for Show People (1927) starring Mildred Davies (she was William Randolph Hearst’s long-time girl friend). This hilarious story is a satire on Hollywood film making in JUNE 1, 2017 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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the 1920’s. Loring Auditorium, Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community, 65 Briarwood Circle Worcester, Massachusetts 01606 briarwoodretirement.com

classes >Thursday 1

American Red Cross Blood Drive. The Fairways is excited to team up with the American Red Cross for our first ever blood drive! Join us on Thursday, June 1st from 2:00 to 7:00 PM for an evening of giving back to those in need. To sign up as a donor, simply visit redcrossblood.org/ and search for the drive by our zip code 01606. You can also call, visit or e-mail the management office for assistance. This blood drive is open to the public, so get your friends, family and loved ones to come down! Curious about the Red Cross? Check out some facts about the organization and it’s importance: Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Approximately 36,000 units of red blood cells are needed every day in the U.S. Nearly 7,000 units of platelets and 10,000 units of plasma are needed daily in the U.S. Nearly 21 million blood components are transfused each year in the U.S. The average red blood cell transfusion is approximately 3 pints. The blood type most often requested by hospitals is type O. The blood used in an emergency is already on the shelves before the event occurs. It is estimated that sickle cell disease affects 90,000 to 100,000 people in the U.S. About 1,000 babies are born with the disease each year. Sickle cell patients can require frequent blood transfusions throughout their lives. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.69 million people are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2017. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during their chemotherapy treatment. A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 pints of blood. 0. 2-7 p.m. The Fairways Apartments, Club Room in Management Office, 200A East Mountain St. Worcester, MA. 508-853-5602. PaintNite - “Into The Summer Woods” - Enjoy & Create! Come “Enjoy” an evening with your friends painting “Into The Summer Woods” at The Canal Restaurant & Bar. Come early and enjoy one of our dinner specials prior to the event. See Webpage Link Below. 7-9 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353 or paintnite.com Understanding Thoreau’s Transcendentalism. Dale Friedgen, Director and Certified Transcendental Meditation teacher at the TM Center in Shrewsbury will help you understand Thoreau’s Transcendentalism in the light of modern Physics and Eastern thought. You will also learn how to apply this understanding to enrich your daily life with a simple effortless meditation technique, whose positive life-changing effects are supported by hundreds of peer-reviewed scientific studies. Registration link: bit.ly/2qklRDv 7-8:30 p.m. Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., Shrewsbury. 508-842-0081.

>Thursday 1 – 29

Nude Drawing in the Galleries. Visitors are invited to set-up their drawing boards in the galleries for the rare opportunity to draw from live nude models posing among masterworks by such artists as Veronese, El Greco and Rembrandt. Beginners and seasoned artists alike are welcome to join a studio class faculty member as they teach new skills and techniques, all within the inspirational setting of the museum. Make Nude Drawing your perfect Thursday afternoon and become intimately acquainted with the artworks found throughout WAM’s galleries. Nude Drawing takes place in the museum galleries; permissible art materials are limited to: Graphite or colored pencils Erasers Drawing Boards (23 x 26 or smaller). Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies. Stools will be provided. Free with Museum admission. 2-5 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

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Art Carts: Family Fun - Eastern and Western Tea. England and Japan are both known for their tea service: England for the beautifully formal tea parties, and Japan for the elaborately choreographed cha-no-yu ceremony. Discover the differences (and similarities!) between these ways of making and serving tea while getting a hands-on look at both tea sets.(programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Japanese Gallery, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406. Glassblowing Floppy Bowls. Get a taste of the ancient art of

Microsoft Office & Keyboarding Fridays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. An introductory course in the basics of Microsoft Word (week 1), Publisher (week 2), Powerpoint (week 3), Excel (week 4), and touch type keyboarding (week 5). Learn to create documents, brochures, presentation slides, spreadsheets, and keyboard typing. Library Resources Fridays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Learn about job seeking resources at the library (week 1), the library website, catalog, your account and how to place holds (week 2), ebooks and ereaders: download ebooks and eaudio using OverDrive and Commonwealth ebook catalog (week 3), and

6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org Watercolor Workshop for Teens: Blooming Brightly. Fee includes all materials. Instructor: Margaret McCandless There’s the old adage, “Warm colors approach the viewer, cool colors seem farther away.” We can see this with the landscape around Tower Hill. Come and enjoy discovering what you can paint as approaching or receding in this fun watercolor workshop. Ages 10+ Member: $16 per session, Nonmember: $26 per session, includes cost of admission per child. 10:30 a.m.-noon Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg. thankyou4caring.org Family at WAM: Make Art. Families - Stay after your family tour (starting time 10:30 am), or drop-in for this fun intergenerational time in the galleries. Get inspired by our art and try making something uniquely yours. Materials will be provided. Come recover your childlike sense of free spirited play! Free with Museum admission. 11-11:30 a.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

>Saturday 3 – Sunday 4

Intermediate Botanical Drawing in Colored Pencil: Focus on Composition. Instructor: Helen Byers What are the elements of an effective composition? It’s a question every botanical artist faces sooner or later, but it doesn’t have to seem daunting. Join us to learn (or review) some basic points and practical steps. We’ll begin with thumbnail sketches and work toward a finished drawing. Participants will be invited to choose subjects such as simple flowers, fruits, or vegetables. (Note: This course is designed for returning botanical art students working in colored pencil.) To see examples of Helen’s work, go to helenbyers.com. Member $135, Non-member $150. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org

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The Albanian Festival keeps you in a festive mood all weekend Friday-Sunday, June 2-4, St. Mary’s Albanian Orthodox Church, 535 Salisbury St., Worcester. It’s $2 to get in. Not bad for all the food, dance and music you can get. A Kids Princess & Super Hero Parade is Sunday, June 4 at 2 p.m. Max Kulla & DJ Andrea appear at June 2 and 4. The Prifti Brothers & DJ Andrea appear June 3. This longstanding festival has it all. For more information, visit AlbanianFestival.org, email smc.worc@gmail.com or call 508-756-1690. glassblowing in this fun one-night course. In one evening, you will learn about the history and process behind creating beautiful blown glass at the New Street Glass Studio. After learning the safety and studio etiquette rules, students will watch a brief demonstration of this 2000-year-old art before diving in and making their very own floppy bowl from glass gathered out of a 2100-degree furnace. Students will choose their own colors and instructors will guide the class through the steps from gathering to applying colors, from blowing out the bubble to spinning it open to create each unique floppy shape. No experience is necessary and all materials are included. Fee Breakdown: Student Fee: $85 Materials Fee: $5 $90. 6:30-9:30 p.m. New Street Glass Studio, Hot Glass Studio, 35B New St. 508-753-8183, ext. 301 or register.worcestercraftcenter.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 Webpage Link Below. 7-9 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353 or plantnite.com

>Friday 2 – August 18

Summer Computer Classes. Basic knowledge of computers and a valid email address is required to participate in these sessions.

introduction to genealogy (week 4). Digital Literacy Basics Fridays, August 4, 11 & 18 from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Top ten user-friendly websites (week 1), computer and Internet privacy (week 2), and fake news & information literacy (week 3). Register online at mywpl.org or call 508-799-1655 x3. Free. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Worcester Public Library, 3rd Floor Computer Lab, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.

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Intermediate Photography. Instructor: Steve McGrath If you’re comfortable with the basics of digital photography and are ready to move up to the next level, then this course is for you. In this course we will explore the use of camera controls such as metering (spot, matrix, center weight), exposure and exposure compensation. You’ll learn how to use the RAW function on your camera and how to edit using Photoshop Elements 11. We will take an In-depth look into manual focus and using fill flash and flash modes as well as reflectors. Students should be familiar with there cameras and bring a tripod if you have one (some tripods will be available for student use) and the camera manuals as well. We will be using these techniques in the gardens so bring your equipment and be ready for a full day of photographic training. Member $60, Non-member $75. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-

Writing Away Your Pain. Instructor: Trish Finlay Writing away your pain is for those dealing with chronic health conditions. After walking the gardens there will be an informal discussion followed by an in-class assignment, where we will explore the benefit of nature’s healing combined with free-form writing. Our focus is to enjoy what we do have and not what has been taken from us. Member $20, Nonmember $35 per session. 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg. thankyou4caring.org Summer in a Pot. Instructor: Betsy Williams Capture the essence of summer in a container designed to enjoy on your patio or balcony! Plant 6 sun-loving, warm-weather-thriving plants in a 14” pot. Begin with a bold, dramatic tropical, add lush summer annuals for continuous bloom then finish your container with trailing flowers and vines. With proper care your Summer in a Pot will bring you pleasure for many months. Please bring an apron and floral scissors to class. Member $90, Non-member $100. 1-3:30 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org Art Carts: Family Fun - Eastern and Western Tea. England and Japan are both known for their tea service: England for the beautifully formal tea parties, and Japan for the elaborately choreographed cha-no-yu ceremony. Discover the differences (and similarities!) between these ways of making and serving tea while getting a hands-on look at both tea sets. (programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2-3 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Japanese Gallery, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

>Monday 5

Grief Recovery After a Substance Passing. Meets the first Monday of every month. Grasp was created to help provide resources of help, compassion and most of all understanding for families who have had a loved one die through drug use. We are a community of those who have lost a loved one to addiction. And we understand the isolation, the stigma, the special kind of pain that accompanies this

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loss. We are here. We are walking the same path. Take our hand. And we will walk together. No Cost. 7-8:30 p.m. Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main St. 508-248-5622 or graspohelp.org

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Award Winning Children’s Fire Safety Program Heads to Worcester. Summer is just around the corner and that means BBQs, campfires, and backyard sparklers. While this is a fun time that should be enjoyed by all, it can also be dangerous. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), “nearly 40 percent of all fires caused by children playing with fire outdoors occur during June, July and August.” To help keep children safe this summer, play safe! be safe!, presented by Bic and Fireproof Children, is hosting a multimedia fire safety education program at the College of the Holy Cross. In this engaging workshop, play safe! be safe! offers adults a unique chance to better understand the intriguing world of fire from the perspective of children. Specifically geared towards safety educators, teachers, daycare providers, and other community agencies, the workshop uses statistics gathered by the National Fire Protection Agency to give participants a better understanding of how young children understand and react to fire. BIC provides a play safe! be safe! multimedia to help attendees visually understand the dangers associated with children and fire, and to bring a greater awareness of fire prevention methods and safety skills to the local community. This program will be led by Molly Clifford, the Executive Director of Community Health Strategies. Previously Molly served as Director of Fire Administration for the Rochester Fire Department (RFD), supporting fire prevention programs, code enforcement and community outreach. A graduate of Cornell University, she has also been active in the disabilities community as a Board member of the Regional Center for Independent Living and as the City of Rochester representative on the City-County Council for People with Disabilities. Molly is also on the Board of Directors of Mary’s Place Outreach, which supports refugee families recently resettled in Rochester. Check-in is at 8:30AM and the workshop is from 9:00AM to 12:00PM. Pre-registration is required, Please contact Cynthia Ouellette at Cynthia.ouellette@state.ma.us or call (978) 567-3381. Free. 8:30 a.m.-noon College of the Holy Cross: Hogan Campus Center, 4th Floor, Suite A/B, 1 College St. playsafebesafe.com Applied Behavior Analysis & Special Education Combined Information Session. If you are considering a M.A. or C.A.G.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis or Special Education, join us for a combined Info Session to learn how a graduate degree from Assumption can launch or advance your career. Join Applied Behavior Analysis Program Director Karen Lionello-DeNolf, Ph.D., and Special Education Program Director Nanho Vander Hart, Ph.D., who will discuss key benefits of their programs. 5-6:30 p.m. Assumption College: Carriage House, 500 Salisbury St. graduate.assumption.edu Rainbow Supper Club. The Rainbow Supper Club meets the 1st Tuesday of each month and offers LGBTIQA seniors age 60+ a

nutritious meal and an opportunity to socialize with friends. Advance reservations are required. Please call or email by the previous Tuesday: (508)756-1545 ext.404 or wlen@eswa.org All are Welcome: LGBTIQA 60 years old and older; younger partners, friends, and allies! $2.50 suggested donation for those age 60+; the fee for younger individuals is $5.50. 6-8 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester, 90 Holden St. 508-756-1545 or meetup.com

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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 SAT/ACT College Testing and Immersive Language Workshop. Registration Required using this link: http://bit. ly/2qOyWcm This program is designed for 8th-12th graders to attend with their parent/guardian. Parents and/or young adults may attend alone though, but everyone must register individually. Seating will be limited to 60 guests, so please only register if you are sure you can attend. 5:30PM - Immersive Language Study Programs 101 Presented by Rahul Krishnan who visited China through a US State Department scholarship! He’ll talk about the application process and his experience with the program. 6:30PM - College Admissions Testing: A Roadmap for the SAT, ACT and Other College Tests Presented by Summit Education Group. With the redesigned SAT, which was given for the first time last spring, and an increasing number of students taking the ACT, families have many questions about the current state of standardized testing. In this seminar, we will: -Help dispel some of the anxiety that surrounds these tests -Provide families with information to help guide them through their own unique testing plans -Explain the role of standardized tests in the college admissions process -Explain the differences between the SAT and ACT -Examine sample problems from the two tests to highlight the differences -Help students understand how to decide between the SAT and ACT, when to take the test and how to prepare Register here: bit.ly/2qOyWcm free but Registration is required. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Shrewsbury Public Library, Large Meeting Room, 609 Main St., Shrewsbury. 508-842-0081 or bit.ly/2qOyWcm

>Wednesday 7 – August 31

Helmutt’s Drop In Studio. Add to your museum visit experience by participating in Helmutt’s Drop-In Studio. Try your hand at a variety of simple art techniques that will open the doors of your imagination. Open hours: Wednesdays, 11am-12noon, and 1-3pm; Sundays 2-4:45pm. Additional weekday hours on Thursdays and Fridays during school vacations. Suitable for all ages; Helmutt’s Drop-In Studio is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Free with Museum admission. 11 a.m.-noon, 1-2 p.m., 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

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“Apostle of Union: Edward Everett, Memory, and Saving the Founders’ Union” by Matthew Mason. During a public career that stretched from the 1810s through 1865, Massachusetts statesman and orator Edward Everett devoted much of his energy to tying his nation together by Americans’ heartstrings. He was in no way subtle about his stated desire to appeal to fellow citizens’ emotions through a vital connection to a shared national history. In public speeches and writings and work behind the scenes to erect monuments, Everett strove to convince a polarizing United States to rally around commemoration of heroes and events, especially from the American Revolution. His work in the late 1850s to save Mount Vernon as a shrine for Union became a national cultural phenomenon, but it was a culmination of Everett’s long-term efforts in this vein. Attending to this part of Everett’s career and the impact it had helps us understand the nature, strength, and weaknesses of Unionism in the decades before and including the Civil War. Matthew E. Mason is an associate professor of history at Brigham Young University, where he teaches a variety of courses on the history of slavery, early America, and Britain. He has published articles in a variety of journals of national and international reach. He has written and co-edited books, including Slavery and Politics in the Early American Republic (University of North Carolina Press, 2006); The History of the Life and Adventures of Mr. Anderson (Broadview Press, 2009) and Contesting Slavery: The Politics of Bondage and Freedom in the New American Nation (University of Virginia Press, 2011). Free. 7-9 p.m. American Antiquarian Society, 185 Salisbury St. 508-755-5221 or americanantiquarian.org

>Wednesday 7

Chuck Arning – “Nothing Moved Faster than a Horse”-The Need to Move Goods: Creating the Canals. Commerce and trade depend on access. The ability to move goods and services quickly between customers, businesses and governments was and is essential to growing a nation. Yet in 1800, nothing moved faster than a horse, and for most people, nothing ever would. To understand the significance of building a transportation system for a growing nation, join Ranger Chuck Arning, of the John H. Chaffee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, for a talk and slide show presentation about the role of the Blackstone Canal in shaping America’s transportation system. Sponsored by the Friends of the Milford Town Library, this event is free and open to the public. Free. 7-8:30 p.m. Milford Town Library, Granite and Quarry Rooms, 80 Spruce St., Milford. 508-473-2145 or milfordtownlibrary.org Great Books! Discussion Group. A book club devoted to understanding and appreciating great writing through the sharing

of ideas. Join us! June’s book selection is “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” by Victor Hugo. Free. 7-9 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Talking Books Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3. Tower Hill, the First Twenty-five Years: Selective Memories of a Benign Dictator - Talk/Book Signing. Trexler, Worcester County Horticulture Society Director Emeritus and Founding Director of Tower Hill, shares a history of how Tower Hill Botanic Garden evolved from a beautiful farm on a hill to an internationally admired public garden. Free with Admission. 7-8 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-1111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org

family >Saturday 3

Art Carts: Family Fun - Arms and Armor. Knightly armor is nice and shiny, but how does it feel? How heavy is the armor? Is it comfortable? How and why did they decorate it? Discover the answers to these questions and more with our hands-on armor activity! (programming subject to change) Free with Museum admission. 2-3 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Medieval Galleries, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406.

dance >Thursday 1

Let’s Dance-Salsa Night. Come learn salsa dancing with one the #1 NY on-2 salsa studio in Central MA-Raices Latin Dance! Bring a friend, or meet some new ones, and get those legs moving. First hour is a lesson, second is a performance and dancing to DJ and beer. Free Admission. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Worcester Common Oval, 455 Main St. 508-929-0777 or worcesterma.gov

>Friday 2

Mauro DePasquale’s Jazzed Up Trio. 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. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Pho Dakao Framingham, MA, 101 Concord St., Framingham.

>Saturday 3

Reina presents “Oriental Cabaret”. Riena presents Oriental Cabaret. Enjoy troupe and solo Egyptian and Turkish dance performances that will transport you to ancient times by members of troupe Zahur and Origins Folkloric Dance Company. Free and Open to the Public. 2-3 p.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community: Loring Auditorium, 65 Briarwood Circle. 508-852-9007.

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Kids Princess & Super Hero Parade Sunday June 4th at 2pm. Bazaar, carnival, ethnic table, Grand Raffle, Beer & Wine for 21 +. Rain or Shine as event is held under a massive tent. Free parking at Assumption College. Adults $2, Kids under 12 are free. Live entertainment each day. June 2nd & 4th: Max Kulla & DJ Andrea, June 3rd The Prifti Brothers & DJ Andrea. $2. Noon-7 p.m. St. Mary’s Albanian Orthodox Church, 535 Salisbury St. 508-756-1690 or albanianfestival.org

outdoors >Thursday 1

WCHS Founders Walking Tour. Walk in the footsteps of our founders - see where they lived, what they grew, and learn about the early days of the Society. Meet at the Worcester Common for the approximately ¾-mile walk. Co-sponsored our with Preservation Worcester. Directions will be sent upon registration. Pre-registration required. Members of THBG & Preservation Worcester -Free, NonMembers $10. 6-7 p.m. Worcester Common. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org

>Monday 5 – Tuesday 6

2nd Global Pediatric Ophthalmology Congress. Global Pediatric Ophthalmology Congress will raise the most dynamic and latest issues in the field of Pediatric Ophthalmology. The Congress will highlight the discussion around the theme “Evaluation and development of vision in pediatrics to see their world” by bridging the gaps between the intellectuals from across the globe to enlighten their research and findings at Pediatric Ophthalmology 2017. The highlight of the conference includes pediatric ophthalmology & research, retinoblastoma, strabismus, pediatric cataracts, pediatric glaucoma, refractive disorders and many more. USD 699. 9-6, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Online pediatricophthalmology. conferenceseries.com

>Sunday 4

Family Nature Walk. Instructor: Nate Emerson Join for a fun family nature walk and learn a variety of games and crafts you can play on the trail anywhere. Pre-registration required, max 20 people/5 families All ages, Member: $15/family, Nonmember: $20/ family plus cost of admission. 11 a.m.-noon Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org

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>Wednesday 7 – Sept. 27

Wednesday Evenings at Twigs Cafe. Starting June 7, 2017 through September 27, 2017 Twigs Café will be open Wednesday evenings from 5pm until 8pm. From Menu. 5-8 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org

Don’t miss the Food Truck Festival Saturday, June 3, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Worcester Common Oval, 455 Main St., Worcester. Fun for all ages! For more information, email specialevents@worcesterma.gov.

fundraisers >Wednesday 7 fairs/ festivals RI Generations Awards Dinner and 10th Annual PersonCentered Care Symposium. Rhode Island Generations (RIG), a non-profit organization whose mission is to change the existing culture with regard to elder care, is hosting a two-day personcentered care event in June. On June 7, RIG will host the Imogene Higbie Awards Dinner to recognize three healthcare professionals who have fostered culture change in their workplaces. On June 8, RIG will host its Annual Person-Centered Care Symposium, featuring renowned speakers as well as local and national exhibitors. Dinner: $75, $650 table for 10; Symposium: $115; Combo Ticket: $160. 5-9 p.m. The Crowne Plaza’s Garden Pavilion, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. 401-309-1123 or rigenerations.org

>Wednesday 7 – August 30

Wednesday Night Cruising for Charity Car Show. Starting June 7th through August Every Wednesday 5pm until Dusk 2017 Weekly Show Classes June 7th, Week 1: Best Street Rod & Best of Show June 14th, Week 2: Best Ford & Best of Show June 21st, Week 3: Best Chevrolet & Best of Show June 28th, Week 4: Best Mopar & Best of Show July 5th, Week 5: Best Pre-WWII & Best of Show July 12th, Week 6: Best 50’s & Best of Show July 19th, Week 7: Best 60’s & Best of Show July 26th, Week 8: Best 70’s & Best of Show August 2nd, Week 9: Modern Muscle & Best of Show August 9th, Week 10: Best Truck & Best of Show August 16th, Week 11: Best Mustang & Best of Show August 23rd, Week 12: Best Corvette & Best of Show August 30th, Week 13: Best of Season, Mason’s Choice & Driver’s Choice Please note that if there is a cancellation or rain out, the missed week’s awards will be given out at the next cruise along with the scheduled awards. In the event that the Grand Finale show is rained out, the season will be extended one week in order to hand out awards. Donations Accepted. 100% of the profits go to the Masonic Children’s Charity! 5-8 p.m. Klem’s, 117 W Main St., Spencer. 508-885-2708 or klemsonline.com

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>Friday 2

Albanian Festival. Ethnic & American Foods, Dancing & Live Music. Meet & Greet local media celebrities, & elected officials. Kids Princess & Super Hero Parade Sunday June 4th at 2pm. Bazaar, carnival, ethnic table, Grand Raffle, Beer & Wine for 21 +. Rain or Shine as event is held under a massive tent. Free parking at Assumption College. Adults $2, Kids under 12 are free. Live entertainment each day. June 2nd & 4th: Max Kulla & DJ Andrea, June 3rd The Prifti Brothers & DJ Andrea. $2. 5 p.m.-midnight St. Mary’s Albanian Orthodox Church, 535 Salisbury St. 508-756-1690 or AlbanianFestival.org

>Friday 2 - September 29

Friday Farmers Market. Introducing the new Friday Farmers’ Market on the Worcester Common! Stop by the Oval between 11am2pm and pick up your produce, goods, and other needs for your weekend! Stillman Quality Meats, LLC-Meat & poultry, eggs, meat pies, stock, and sauce, bone broth, and cut flowers Douglas Orchard & Farm-produce, fruit, honey, creamed honey, eggs, beeswax candles, artisan soaps, honey sticks, gifts (June 9th, June 16th, June 23rd, June 30th, July 7th, July 14th, July 21st, July 28th, August 4th, August 11th, August 25th, September 1st, September 8th, September 15th, September 22nd) Sweet Pumpkins Farm-Produce, herbs, flowers, goat’s milk lotion and soaps, eggs, maple syrups, honey (June 16th, June 30th, July 14th, July 28th, August 11th, August 25th, September 8th, September 22nd) REC Mobile Markethoney, jam, bread, cheese, fresh produce Jeremiah’s Inn 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Worcester Common Oval, 455 Main St. 508-929-0777 or worcesterma.gov

>Saturday 3

Albanian Festival. Ethnic & American Foods, Dancing & Live Music. Meet & Greet local media celebrities, & elected officials. Kids Princess & Super Hero Parade Sunday June 4th at 2pm.

Bazaar, carnival, ethnic table, Grand Raffle, Beer & Wine for 21 +. Rain or Shine as event is held under a massive tent. Free parking at Assumption College. Adults $2, Kids under 12 are free. Live entertainment each day. June 2nd & 4th: Max Kulla & DJ Andrea, June 3rd The Prifti Brothers & DJ Andrea. $2. Noon-midnight St. Mary’s Albanian Orthodox Church, 535 Salisbury St. 508-756-1690 or albanianfestival.org

>Saturday 3 - Sunday 4

Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center - 36th Annual Powwow. The Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Center is putting on it’s 36th Annual Native American Heritage Powwow on June 3rd & 4th, 2017. Powwow is a Native American style cultural festival; where the traditions of native people are celebrated and shared. If you’ve ever have an interest in knowing more about our culture and history, powwow is a fun and engaging place to do just that. Whether you’re old or new to powwow, you’ll have a great time with us! Admission is free and open to the public for this family friendly event (just be aware that there is a $5 fee to park at the Treasure Valley campgrounds). At our powwow you’ll experience native music, drumming, singing, dancing, traditional regalia, flute playing, food, art and craft vendors, raffles, storytelling, cultural activities and teachings. Come and meet all the different and fascinating people that populate our powwow camp on this weekend. You’ll find people who represent tribal nations from around New England, across the United States, and well beyond. You’ll be entertained, enlightened, and have a really great time! Our village will rises up at the Boy Scout campground, in Treasure Valley. (394 Pleasantdale Road, Rutland, MA; off Rt. 122) Just follow the powwow signs right to us. This is a very welcoming and inclusive gathering of people from all walks of life. We hope you’ll consider coming to check it out! Until we meet, safe journeys and Aquene! Many Nations, Many Traditions, One Family. $5 parking fee per carload. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Treasure Valley Scout Reservation, 394 Pleasantdale Road, Rutland. 774-578-5385.

>Sunday 4

Albanian Festival. Ethnic & American Foods, Dancing & Live Music. Meet & Greet local media celebrities, & elected officials.

Open Mic Poetry share. Bring original work to share or just come and listen! Sign up ahead of time by calling 508-949-6232 or emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com Free. 2-4 p.m. Booklovers’ Gourmet, 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232.

>Wednesday 7

WCPA Board Meeting. This is the monthly board meeting for the Worcester County Poetry Association (WCPA). It is a business meeting, not a poetry reading. If you are interested in learning more about the WCPA this would be a great place to start. It is open to members and the public though only board members may vote on WCPA business. 7-8:30 p.m. Worcester State University: Administration / Classroom Building, Room A-201, 486 Chandler St. 508-797-4770.

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Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, MA Garden of the Cross Premier Location, Must sell Value $5250 Asking $4000 OBO 508-799-5678

Vintage wood rocking chair w/upholstered seat & pillow. $85. Antique wood chair w/upholstered seat & pillow. $85 508-859-8170

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

MERCHANDISE CEMETERY PLOTS 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

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 978582-9309

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

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 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 Worcester County Memorial Park - Paxton Two lots, section 511, Garden of Valor. Asking $3500 OBO. 508-754-1188 Worcester County Memorial Park Paxton, Ma. Lot Number 297-B Space 1 and 2, Garden Of Valor Section. Current value is over $10,000 including 2 concrete burial vaults. $3,000.00 or B/O 508-3750080

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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 FOR SALE Craftsman Lawn Tractor - 2005 Auto-Tran. New btry-belttservice done. Ready to go. Can deliver $550. Call 508-949-1320

Invacare Series 9XT Wheelchair Invacare 9XT High Strength Lightweight Manual Chair. 20" urethane tires, electric red, 18"x18" Jaycare back seating and back support, rear ant tippers, footrests, full length adjustable arm rests. Purchased brand new $2450, used 2 weeks. Asking $1500 OBO. All original paperwork and receipt. 978-314-3270 for more info/ viewing. Lightweight Portable Wheelchair Nearly new, $40. Electric wheelchair, all parts nearly new w/leg extensions. $300. 508-829-0468

Roper Riding Lawn Tractor 11 HP B.S. ENG. 36" mower dk. 5 Spd. Nds Batt, carb needs to be checked. $195. 978-422-8084

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Andersen Insect screen for slider, still in box,771/2 X 35 1/2 $45. 978-464-5877

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

Vinyl Record Albums Joe’s Albums is purchasing record collections. Seeking: Rock/ Pop/Alternative from the 60’s forward, Jazz, Blues, Metal, Punk. Condition is VERY important. joe@joesalbums.com

Hot Dog Push Cart All stainless steel. $2000 508-752-9947

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New Guild guitar Electric/ acoustic, goes with a nice case. $700. 508-963-3656 Golf Pull Cart Bought for $100.00 new asking $25.00 cash. Card & ball holder. Exc. condition. 508 829-9240.

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Approx. 25 Bales of Hay Suitable for mulch. $3/bale. 978464-2978. If no answer leave number, will call back.

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STAMPS Cash for Stamp Collections. Eval. or Buy. Stamp Questions? Ron (413) 896-3324

Amana ART104TFDW 14.3 cubic foot refrigerator/freezer, bought new, excellent condition, $375. 978-400-3699 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. $50 978-537-9925

Golf clubs, bag, cart (used) Asking $175. 508-865-5726* 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

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PAINTER Hiring dependable experienced painters to do quality work. Carpentry experience a plus. Looking to hire immediately. Al 508-335-6913

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Expert Staffing in partnership with Injectronics is now hiring for 8 hour Shifts-1st, 2nd and 3rd. Production Associates and Process Techs. Apply at:

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Freelance Promotion/Design

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. Considerable flexibility afforded the successful applicant. Email resume with portfolio access to: Kirk Davis, Owner, kirk.a.davis@comcast.net. 42

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Department Supervisor Our Department Supervisors play a critical role in our company’s success. You will utilize your strong leadership and communication skills in the development, training and mentoring of distribution center team members to achieve department objectives as well as their individual career goals at O’Reilly Auto Parts. Skills and Qualifications • 2+ years of supervisory experience in a distribution center • Take pride in delivering excellent customer service and building & maintaining relationships • Ability to identify and anticipate problems, challenges and opportunities by analyzing daily data and management reports • Ability to influence change management

and operational performance • Thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment • Ability to plan, organize and manage projects and set priorities • Excellent written and verbal communication • Ability to work flexible hours • High school diploma or equivalent

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Expert Staffing in partnership with Boutwell, Owens & Co., Inc. has several openings for 12 hour shifts-Days and Nights Packers, Air Hammer Operators, Material Handlers, Utility Persons, Conveyor Tenders, Sheeter Operators, Gluer Operators and Die Cut Operators. Please apply at: Whitney Square, 40 Spruce Street, Suite 206, Leominster, MA 01453 barbara.sidilau@expert-staffing.com 978-798-1610

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Radiologist (Worcester, MA) sought by UMass Memorial Medical Group, Inc. to preform screenings, diagnostic Mammography, and interpret MSK imaging. Additional Worksites in Marlborough, Southborough, Clinton, Leominster & Fitchburg, MA. Must have MA Medical License. Apply to Leigh M. Corl, Leigh Corl, HR Business Partner, UMass Memorial HR, HB-791, 55 Lake Ave. North, Worcester, MA 01655. No phone calls.

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Anesthesiologist (Worcester, MA) sought by UMass Memorial Medical Group, Inc. to provide anesthesia services, multiple locations in Worcester & Marlborough, MA. Evaluate & manage anesthesia treatment during preoperative, intraoperative, postoperative periods. Must have MA Medical License; completion of Anesthesiology Residency & Fellowship in Obstetrics Anesthesiology; BC/BE. Apply to Leigh M. Corl, Leigh Corl, HR Business Partner, UMass Memorial HR, HB-791, 55 Lake Ave. North, Worcester, MA 01655. No phone calls.

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PRODUCTION WORKERS Expert Staffing in Partnership with Interstate Container in Westminster, MA has several immediate openings for Production Workers. 1st Shift: 6:00am to 2:00pm and 2nd Shift 2:00pm to 10:00pm REQUIREMENTS: Ability to read and write English. • Ability to perform simple Math • Must be capable of lifting 35lbs JOB DUTIES: Fold boxes per work instructions • Operate strapping machine • Operate gluing machine Palletize finished products • Run corrugated through die cutter • Run corrugated through printer and/or stamper • Work in a safe, efficient manner • Maintain a clean work environment.

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The Town of Sutton Police Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of: full time police officer. The successful candidate must be 21 years of age, have graduated from a recognized full time police academy, be a United States Citizen, possess a high school diploma or its equivalent and hold an active driver’s license. A degree in criminal justice or a related field and or similar work experience will be given preference. Qualified applicants may be required to successfully complete and pass a physical agility test, an oral board examination, and successfully complete a medical and psychological examination. Candidates will also be subjected to an extensive background examination. Applications and job descriptions are available via the website of the Sutton Police Department: www.suttonpolice.com. Applications and resumes will be accepted until 4pm on June 09, 2017

Warehouse Worker - Material Handler Our Material Handler positions are important to the overall success of the warehouse. Your high level of accuracy and productivity helps us ensure the right products get to the right place at the right time. This position is responsible for stocking products, loading totes for shipping, and order selection that ultimately gets in the hands of our customers. Qualifications: • Must be able to match numbers quickly and accurately • Take pride in delivering excellent customer service • Available to work a flexible schedule • Thrive in a busy, fast-paced warehouse environment • Ability to work closely with others in a team environment • Basic computer skills • High school diploma or equivalent Stay connected with O’Reilly Careers: Contact Jeri Cande: (978)772-0752 Email: gcande@oreillyauto.com Facebook:O’Reilly Auto Parts Careers

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Teknor Apex Company is a global leader in thermoplastic compounding. In our ISO certified, compounding Plant in Leominster we produce compounds for automotive sealing systems, pipe seals, wire and cable, wine corks and many other uses. We also produce for

some of the leading global companies. Our employees strive to produce quality product…working together in a safe and responsible manner…every single day. Our Leominster Plant continues to grow – we just added a new Production Line and have the following new, full-

time positions available in Production, Maintenance, and R&D. All are eligible for Plant Quarterly Bonus. Come to our Open House/ Job Fair to learn more about career opportunities with Teknor Apex.

Tuesday, June 6th and Wednesday, June 7th, 2017 31 Fuller Street, Leominster, MA • 7:00am – 4:00pm 6 New Extruder Operators on 7pm-7am shift in Production Extruder Operators’ Responsibilities: Responsible for the set-up, run, monitor, and shut down of twin screw extruders and dry blending equipment in a safe and responsible manner. Also work in additive making and pack-out areas. Starting Pay = $16.00-$18.00 per hourrelevant experience will be taken into consideration 12 hour shifts- 7pm-7am, includes every other weekend- 182 work days per year! Requirements: High School Diploma or GED preferred Basic Mathematics and Computer skills Manufacturing experience preferred Familiarity with extruders a plus

Maintenance Mechanics and Electricians: Overlapping Day Shifts/ Evening Shift/ Night Shift Pay rate is in alignment with experience. Electrician Responsibilities: These positions maintain and ensure reliable operation of all Plant Manufacturing and auxiliary equipment. 5 years maintenance experience with relevant electrical/ electronics industry, mechanical experience and experience with microprocessor based control instruments. Valid MA Electrician’s license is required. Maintenance Mechanics Responsibilities: These positions are responsible for effectively maintaining production and facilities equipment throughout the Plant while ensuring that equipment operates at design efficiency and throughput. Knowledge of mechanical systems, 1-3 years relevant industry experience, computer skills and High School or GED.

Research & Development Laboratory Technician Positions: Day Shift Starting Pay = $20.00-$23.00 per hourrelevant experience will be taken into consideration. Research & Development Laboratory Technician: In this role as R +D Technician provides testing of physical properties of internal and competitive material to assist in the approval of TPE, TPV and Vinyl material at OEM’S and other customers, to promote and launch existing products and to better understand the potential applications. Requirements: Associates Degree in Polymer/ Plastics, related field or equivalent experience. 1-3 years laboratory experience Experience in Extrusion and Quality Systems, with basic knowledge of polymer chemistry is preferred.

Research & Development Technician for 40mm Extruder Assists product development specialist and application engineers in collecting data on internal and competitive materials to better understand the physical properties and potential applications. Contributes to the business by helping to develop new products, assisting customers with their applications, and obtaining automotive approvals. One of the two primary technicians to operate the 25 and 40 MM twin screw. Requirements: Associates Degree in Polymer/ Plastics, related field or equivalent experience. Must have the mechanical ability to run and troubleshoot extruders and operate various pieces of lab testing equipment. Preferred 5 years or more experience in Extrusion and Quality Systems; (depending on formal education and basic knowledge of polymer chemistry).

Teknor Apex has a long-standing history of caring for its employees. We are committed to the philosophy of providing employees with a competitive wage, comprehensive benefits package and continuous learning and development. Visit our website to learn more about Teknor Apex at www.teknorapex.com. or apply online at https://careers-teknorapex.icims.com/jobs/introcontact . Equal Opportunity Employer 44

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Administrative Assistant Fox Services LLC, a fast-growing academic coaching firm with clients in ten countries, is recruiting a part-time Administrative Assistant . This role is 10 hours a week (5 days x 2 hrs), $25/hr. PART-TIME HELP Periodic help w/home related projects. Painting, hanging decor, gardening, etc. Claire 508-6887448

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Huge 10,000 sq. ft. indoor flea market open 6 days a week with over 165 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, FRE E Parkin g

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LAKESHORE CONDO Two Bdrm/Bath. Both Bdrms & LR/ DR with Sliders onto open deck overlooking Lake Quinsig, M bath w Jacuzzi and shower. Garage Parking, Pool, Exercise room, Sauna, Boat dock avail. One level. Walk to UMass, White City area restaurants and shops. Easy access Routes 9,20,146, 290,190&90. $1700/moPU Al 508-335-6913

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AUTO/TRUCK 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 V8, Power everything, 1 owner. Trailer pkg, track rack, 84K mi. Chrome steps, Rhyno bed. Mint. Remote start. 10,000 OBO 508-735-1218

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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

2004 Kia Optima w/ spoiler. Silver. 102,000 mi. Some dents & rust BUT good motor. Older owners. $2300. 508-853-5397

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2003 Buick LeSabre Limited Bronze 98K 3.8L V6 24mpg leather AC very good condition Holden $3,200 508-725-2777 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

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 1930 Ford Model A Sport Coupe, Grey and Black. 50,000 miles. Holden area. $16,000. 407-375-3917 1978 MG MGB 47,000 mi. Green ext. Very solid car from GA. Good overall condition. $7500. Please call 508-7351845. 2003 Chevy Corvette Convertable 50th Anniversary Edition 26,000 miles. Automatic, original owner, always garaged, mint cond. $25,000 firm. 774-696-4187

2013 BMW 128i 7K Orig Miles, Grey, 3.0, Automatic, Fully Loaded, Serviced. $16,900. 774-239-0800 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

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2011 Cadillac CTS Sedan, 25,700 mi., 1 owner, great condition. $13,500. 508-829-3427

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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

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LEGALS 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 Whittier Farms Sutton, MA for temporary stockpiling of logs and wood chips by Hurley Firewood & Land Clearing on a 3 acre portion of land located at 122 Town Farm Road. The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 7:15 P.M. A copy of the application can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours. Scott Paul, Chairman

Town of Sutton Conservation Commission The Sutton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at 7:35PM, at the Sutton Town Hall, 4 Uxbridge Road, Sutton, MA. The purpose of this hearing is to review a Notice of Intent submitted to the Conservation Commission by Karen Norlin , MA. The project consists of removing and replanting two decayed and dead trees. on Map 8, Parcels 25, on 37 W. Sutton Road, Sutton, MA. This notice is publicized in accordance with the provisions of General Law Chapter 131, Section 40 commonly known as the Wetlands Protection Act, and the Sutton Wetlands Protection Bylaw.

LEGALS/PUBLIC NOTICES Sutton Planning Board Public Hearing Notice In accordance with the provisions of the Sutton Zoning Bylaw Section IV.C. Site Plan Review and Section VI.O Large Scale Solar Photovoltaics, the Planning Board will hold a hearing on the application of Dean Smith of Borrego Solar Systems for construction of a nearly 2 MW ground-mounted solar generating facility on land owned by Duane and Bruce Vandenakker of Whitinsville, MA. The project is to be located at 263 Purgatory Road. The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 7:40 P.M. A copy of the application can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours. Scott Paul, Chairman

Town of Sutton Conservation Commission The Sutton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at 7:50PM, at the Sutton Town Hall, 4 Uxbridge Road, Sutton, MA. The purpose of this hearing is to review a Notice of Intent submitted to the Conservation Commission by John Polucha, MA. The project consists of construction of a stone wall, stairs to the pond, new lawn area, swing, removal of invasive species, and tree pruning on Map 49, Parcels 6, on 1 Maple Street, Sutton, MA. This notice is publicized in accordance with the provisions of General Law Chapter 131, Section 40 commonly known as the Wetlands Protection Act, and the Sutton Wetlands Protection Bylaw.

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 Corey Simpson of Sutton, MA to locate Atlas Tuning & Performance (automobile performance enhancement) in the existing structure owned by John Road LLC of Sutton, MA at 12 John Road - Unit E. The hearing will be held at the Sutton Town Hall, third floor, on Monday, June 19, 2017 at 7:25 P.M. A copy of the application can be inspected in the office of the Town Clerk during normal office hours. Scott Paul, Chairman

Public Notice of Hazardous Waste Transporter Renewal License Application Pursuant to Massachusetts Hazardous Waste Regulation 310 CMR 30.000 Notice Publication Date 06/01/2017 Public Notice is hereby given of the application by: Ranger, Inc. License Applicant 27 Southwick Road, Sutton, MA 01590 for a renewal license to transport hazardous waste in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) shall review written comments and then determine whether to grant or deny authorization for this activity pursuant to Massachusetts Hazardous Waste Regulation 310 CMR 30.000. When the Department either grants or denies the license, and you are aggrieved by this action, you may request an adjudicatory hearing. A request for a hearing must be made in writing and postmarked within twenty one days of the date of the decision. Persons seeking information about the status of the license review or any other information should contact MassDEP’s Business Compliance Division at 617-292-5576. This application is available for review at the following two locations: 1. Board of Health: Sutton Board of Health 4 Uxbridge Road Street Address Sutton City or Town 01590 Zip Code 508-865-8724 Telephone Number 2. The Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), Business Compliance Division, One Winter Street, 7th Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02108; contact Winnie Prendergast at (617) 292-5596 to schedule an appointment to review an application. The Department shall consider all written comments regarding this application submitted during the public comment period, which ends forty-five (45) days after the publication date of this notice. Written comments should be sent to: The Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), Business Compliance Division, One Winter Street, 7th Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02108 (Attention: HW Transporter Licensing).

Town of Sutton Conservation Commission The Sutton Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at 8:05PM, at the Sutton Town Hall, 4 Uxbridge Road, Sutton, MA. The purpose of this hearing is to review a Notice of Intent submitted to the Conservation Commission by Mass. Electric Company , MA. The project consists of installing 1 single wood pole structure near house on Map 16, Parcels 10, on/near 62 Wilderness Drive, Sutton, MA. This notice is publicized in accordance with the provisions of General Law Chapter 131, Section 40 commonly known as the Wetlands Protection Act, and the Sutton Wetlands Protection Bylaw.

WORCESTER HOUSING AUTHORITY ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS June 1, 2017 SEALED BIDS shall be received at the Purchasing Office, 69 Tacoma Street., Worcester, MA 01605 IFBs 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. Bidders are responsible for ensuring they have received any/all addenda prior to submitting a bid. Separate awards will be made for each IFB. WHA reserves the right to reject any 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 Surety Bid Opening 17-21 6/1/2017 Maintenance & Repairs of Emergency Management Systems 5% 2:00 PM June 16, 2017 Pre-Bid Conference at Purchasing Dept, 69 Tacoma St, Worc MA 10:00 AM June 9, 2017 Jackson Restrepo Chief Procurement Officer Visit our website at: www.worcester-housing.com/purchasing

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Jarrett J. Krosoczka Jarrett J. Krosoczka is a New York Times best-selling author/ illustrator who grew up in Worcester and now calls Western Mass home. With more than 30 published works over the course of his 15-year career, Krosoczka is best known for his “Lunch Lady” graphic novels, “Platypus Police Squad” series and “Jedi Academy” arc. Krosoczka has delivered two highly successful TED Talks, “How a Boy Became an Artist” and “Why Lunch Ladies are Heroes,” which have accrued over two million views and appeared on the TED main page. He is also the founder of School Lunch Hero Day, a recognition of the hard work invested by school lunch staff across the country, as well as Platypus Police Reading Squad, a program that encourages police officers to read aloud to children in their communities. Every year, Krosoczka provides scholarships to fund Worcester Art Museum classes for underprivileged children in Worcester. Krosoczka credits his grandparents, Joseph and Shirley, with much of his success. He expresses heartfelt gratitude for their lessons in hard work and their encouragement of his creative talents from a young age. Krosoczka had always been a fan of Saturday morning cartoons and graphic novels, so it came as no surprise when he excelled as a high school student enrolled in a course on creating picture book art and storytelling. Krosoczka was not accepted when he first applied to the Rhode Island School of Design, but as is his nature, he applied again one year later and found his place at RISD. Six months after graduation, he signed a contract for his first book, “Good Night, Monkey Boy,” and has published at least one book per year ever since. Krosoczka is a two-time winner of the Children’s Choice Book Awards, Third to Fourth Grade Book of the Year. He will be signing books following a discussion and character demonstration at Northbridge Middle School in Whitinsville Wednesday, June 7, 6:30-8:00 p.m. The event is free, funded by the Northbridge Cultural Council. And, in case you’re wondering, Krosoczka is pronounced “crowsauce-ka.” What is your history with the city of Worcester? Worcester is my hometown. I was born and raised there. I still visit often to see family.

What has been your career trajectory as a children’s author? I was a kid who loved to

write stories and draw pictures, and now I am an adult who loves to write stories and draw pictures. In between that were classes at the Worcester Art Museum, art college and a few dozen rejection letters. I

am so lucky that I make a living off of my literary and artistic endeavors.

What inspired you to start the Joseph and Shirley Memorial Youth Scholarship program at the Worcester Art Museum? My grandparents, Joseph and Shirley, took me in just before my third birthday and raised me as their own. They did so much to support and foster my creative efforts when I was growing up. They both lived to see me into adulthood, so they saw me

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publish several books. After they both passed, I reflected on all they had done for me. What stuck out the most, and what I consider to be the most instrumental in my artistic development, was that they enrolled me in art classes at the Worcester Art Museum from sixth through 12th grade. In honor of my grandparents, I raise money for the Joseph and Shirley Krosoczka Memorial Youth Art Scholarships at the Worcester Art Museum every fall. I’m very proud to help kids in my hometown have that same connection with the arts that I had as a youth.

Last I checked, your TED talks have over two million views. How has your experience with TED changed your life? Yeah, it’s pretty

crazy to think that over two million people have spent time listening to me deliver talks on the internet. It’s completely changed my life. On the surface, my TED Talks have elevated my profile, but more importantly, sharing my personal stories has connected me to people with similar experiences in ways that I never imagined possible.

What was your favorite children’s book growing up? Without a doubt, “The Mouse and the Motorcycle” by Beverly Cleary. I

still have my childhood copy. I remember picking it up at the annual book fair at Gates Lane School. Last spring, I hosted an event in New York City that celebrated Ms. Cleary’s 100th birthday. She wasn’t in attendance because she no longer travels (and she just turned 101 this spring).

Can you share an anecdote about one of your readers? Man, I have had so many

wonderful connections with my readers. There was a time that a kid trick-ortreated at my house dressed as my “Lunch Lady” character. He didn’t realize it was my house. I gave him an unbound edition of a “Lunch Lady” book that hadn’t been published yet (I also gave him a full-sized Snickers bar).

What is your fondest memory as a student of the Worcester Public Schools? I wrote

my very first book while a student at the Worcester Public Schools. I so clearly remember writing the book when I was in the third grade. I wrote it in the PEAK program, and I remember the instructor introducing us to the concepts of brainstorming, organizing our ideas, layouts and revisions — all techniques that I use to this day! — Sarah Connell JUNE 1, 2017 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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