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citydesk December 7 - 13, 2017 n Volume 43, Number 15
City council lowers residential, raises commercial tax rates Bill Shaner
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ity Councilors this week adopted a split tax rate for fiscal 2018 that lowers the residential tax rate and raises the commercial rate, building on a twoyear trend away from a single tax rate. The new rates, $18.92 residential and $34.07 commercial, each moved less than $1 from the 2017 rate, which was $19.22 residential and $33.27 commercial. The rates come as assessed value has increased across the city by about 4 percent. The new rate will lead to roughly 3.5-percent increases in property taxes for both residential and commercial property, at 3.31 and 3.53 percent respectively. The vote to do so was 6-4. Mayor Joe Petty, and councilors Tony Economou and Kate Toomey advocated for a rate that would raise residential taxes and lower commercial taxes, effectively narrowing the gap between the two rates. District 4 Councilor Sarai Rivera advocated for a slightly less dramatic rise in residential
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taxes. The four councilors voted no on the rate that ultimately passed. The majority of the council, including Khrystian King, Moe Bergman, George Russell, Candy Mero-Carlson and Gary Rosen, advocated for the rate that passed. On the other end, Councilor-At-Large Konnie Lukes indicated she would vote for the lowest rate possible, and ultimately settled on the option favored by the majority. The vote is one of the more central functions of the City Council and every councilor spoke at length regarding their opinion. Groups outside the council have also taken a vested interest in the outcome. The Worcester Regional Chamber of continued on page 6
Councilor Kate Toomey speaks on the need to narrow the gap between residential and commercial property. Ultimately, the council went the other way.
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Worcester Magazine honors its 2017 Hometown Heroes: Kate McEvoy-Zdonczyk, Jonathan Daige, Doug McAllister, Anthony Barbosa, Doreen Samuels and Delia Shea. +6
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Hometown Hero Kate McEvoyZdonczyk announces Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare to donate $500 to this year’s heroes and their charitable causes. +4
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Pedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle on Shrewsbury Street. Before that, a woman had been struck on Lincoln Street. You want a negative in Worcester? Pedestrian safety. -6
Large crowd turns out for 18th anniversary of Worcester Cold Storage Fire. +4
stART at the Station fills up Union Station and proves a rousing success. +3
Shadow cast over state Senate as sex assault claims indirectly – or directly – snare Senate President Stan Rosenberg. -5
With Rosenberg on leave, Worcester’s Harriette Chandler named acting Senate president. +2
If Worcester successfully lands Amazon headquarters, no one will care at all about the $10,782 the city spent on its pitch. And if it doesn’t? Then it gained exposure and publicity that cold pay dividends in the future. +2
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Hotel sex trafficking training eyed Bill Shaner
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uman trafficking is an issue that rarely makes the news and can quickly fall out of sight and out of mind, especially when it takes place in locked hotel rooms off highway exits. The victims of this crime, what advocates call “modern day slavery,” are mostly anonymous – women, children and men kidnapped or otherwise coerced into a nomadic, sexually exploitative way of life. But in Worcester, activists want to see something done about it. At a City Council meeting this week, two women representing the Worcester Women’s Caucus submitted a policy request that would require hotels to train their employees to spot sex trafficking. “It will take an entire city to listen, to learn, to have conversations like we are having right now, and to create the environment where slavery — the buying and selling of people — can not exist,” caucus member Chantel Bethea said. The policy mandates training for hotel staff at every hotel in Worcester to spot sexual trafficking and give the women trapped in the system a quiet way out the back door and into the custody of an organization that can take care of them. The council on Tuesday, Dec. 5 voted unanimously to pass the proposal on to the Public Health and Human Services Standing Committee, where it will get a hearing before ultimately coming back to the full council for a vote. The proposal is based on a recent landmark bill in Connecticut that requires training for employees as well as a new continued on page 7
Activists Robin Currie and Chantel Bethea outside the City Council chambers, where they pitched their proposal for sex trafficking detection training in hotels.
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Commerce has for years advocated that the council move toward a single tax rate more favorable to businesses. President and CEO Tim Murray spoke at the meeting Tuesday advocating for the rate supported by Petty, Toomey and Economou. On the other end, the AWARE group consistently argues for a lower residential tax rate. Though there was no one from the organization present Tuesday, the
organization put out a recommended rate last week - the rate the council ended up adopting. Councilor-At-Large Khrystian King pointed to the fact that both residential and commercial rates were raised by similar margins and called the rate “fair and responsible.” Councilor-At-Large Gary Rosen acknowledged the line is “favorable to homeowners,” but argued it was also fair to businesses. He said the tax rate doesn’t matter as much as other factors for businesses deciding to open
in the city. But others said the commercial tax rate is prohibitive, and is part of the reason the city has seen a 25-percent decline in its commercial tax base since adopting a dual tax rate in the 1980s. District 4 Councilor Sarai Rivera said the city wants to increase both home ownership rates and support small business growth. But permanently vacant storefronts help neither cause, she said.
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Councilor-At-Large Kate Toomey made a similar argument. “We’ve got to send a message to those who want to invest in our community,” she said. The council this week also passed a spending plan proposed by City Manager Ed Augustus Jr. for the fiscal 2017 budget surplus that includes new vehicles for the fire department, additional investments in Recreation Worcester, an additional $1.1 million for the schools and about $2 million put back into the tax base. Lukes motioned to take $2 million from a medical trust fund and $850,000 from the schools to put more money back into the tax roles. The withdrawal from the health insurance trust was ruled out of order by Petty and the motion for $850,000 was shot down, 9-1. The council unanimously passed a tax deduction program offered for senior homeowners on fixed incomes. Many classified the tax rate vote this year as complicated, even a little messy. CouncilorAt-Large Moe Bergman said that for the past several years, the process for voting on the tax rate has not been as robust as it could have been, or had been in years past. He described the process as voting under the gun, saying the council only had a few weeks between receiving the packet of options from the city and voting. Next year, he said he’d like to see more of a year-long debate on the issue, taking into consideration some policy shifts, like taxing large apartment complexes as commercial property and suing the state government for money not paid to the schools via the Chapter 70 funding formula. The focus, Bergman said, should be a “more productive tax debate next year.” Bill Shaner can be reached at 508-7493166 x324 or at wshaner@worcestermag. com. Follow him on Twitter @Bill_Shaner.
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database of hotel guests that investigators can use to track suspects. The law in Connecticut, which went into effect in October 2016, has been hailed as the first of its kind in the country. While there’s no hard data that human trafficking is happening in Worcester, it’s a near certainty given its prevalence along the East Coast. According to a heat map of reported trafficking cases in the United States put together by the Polaris Project, the East Coast, from Washington D.C. to Massachusetts, is one of the most heavily-trafficked areas in the country, up there with Southern Florida and Southern California. In Massachusetts this year, there have been 40 reported cases of human trafficking and 147 calls to report suspicious activity, according to the Human Trafficking Hotline, a service run by the Polaris Project. But human trafficking is a shadowy and underreported problem. “We see people trafficked every day in Worcester, in the streets, and in the hotels and in the businesses here,” said Robin Currie, chair of the Central Massachusetts Coalition to End Human Trafficking. Activists have found little opposition from hotels in the city. “Industry in Connecticut actively supported this law. Here in Worcester we’ve already seen that the hospitality industry shares our same sentiment. We’re very encouraged. We see nothing but support for this initiative directly from the local hotels,” said Currie, adding that two hotels have already volunteered to host the first training session. She stressed the policy will have no negative impact on Worcester businesses. “It’s a really good policy and it’s going to save lives,” she said. According to a fact sheet submitted to City Council as part of the proposal, the training would occur annually and at the point of hire. The training would include how to spot suspicious situations and how to properly
report them to both authorities and upper management. A list of general indicators of human trafficking in hotels includes: nervous or submissive-looking people, people who show signs of physical abuse or undernourishment, children who dress inappropriately for their age and people checking in without much luggage. The list also includes common room conditions for housekeepers and maintenance workers to spot, including the refusal of cleaning service for several days, smell of musk and body fluids, the same person reserving multiple rooms and people coming and going at odd hours. District 4 Councilor Sarai Rivera, who chairs the public health subcommittee, said before the council meeting Tuesday she thinks the proposal is a good idea. “In this instance, in this order tonight in the instance of the hotels, it’s kind of one of those things we don’t talk about,” said Rivera. “The hotels are the thing unseen.” The training, she said, will make an impact. “Knowledge is power,” Rivera said. “A lot of times, we don’t really see it because we don’t know what we’re looking for. I think it’s really important to be trained and educated.” The bill is another way to keep the conversation around sexual exploitation alive, she said. It may be followed next year by citywide policies targeting the johns — patrons of the often-exploitative sex industry — within city limits. As Rivera put it, no one would open a ski shop in Barbados. The demand is a key part of the problem. “This is something that’s happening nationwide and we’re not exempt from it,” she said.
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SEN. PRESIDENT HARRIETTE CHANDLER:
It must have been a wild day for Worcester state Sen. Harriette Chandler Monday, Dec. 4, as she emerged the acting senate president from a marathon session on what to do with Stan Rosenberg. It sure sounded like it during our phone call around 8:30 p.m., shortly after the Senate called it a night. Chandler said she was honored to assume the role, but saddened by the circumstances. She said she will serve as the acting president until the Senate Ethics Committee concludes its investigation into whether Rosenberg was involved at all with the sordid dealings of his husband, Bryon Hefner. It’s unclear how long Chandler will fill the role, and senators have gone out of their way to not try and guess at a timeframe. Some press commentators have speculated Rosenberg won’t be coming back to assume the role – that there’s no way he can, politically – and others are starting to look at the senators stepping up to jock for that power. Will Chandler be one of them? Unlikely, I think. She said on Monday she would step aside after the investigation wraps up. Also worth noting, from Politico’s Lauren Dezenski, that the fourth-floor Statehouse room where this all happened was musty and “scented by the lukewarm, hours-old boxes of Fiorina pizza,” by the time this whole thing wrapped up. It’s an interesting time for the Senate, to say the least, and likely one of the biggest moments in Chandler’s storied carrier. It’s also worth pointing out that on the Worcester Magazine Radio Hour this week, Chandler said that she herself has been a victim of sexual harassment. Chandler, as a woman in politics, probably has harassment stories we wouldn’t believe, although she said her experience took place years ago and not on Beacon Hill. It is encouraging to know that someone with firsthand experience will be presiding over a senate investigation into the matter.
MEROLLI FOR SENATE: An early challenger has announced his bid for State Sen. Ryan Fattman’s seat in 2018. Tom Merolli, a Mendon Democrat and assistant town treasurer there, is a young, progressive guy. Fattman is a young and intensely conservative guy. When Fattman first ran in 2014, he cashed in on political capital developed at the town level, as selectman then as state rep., to take down longtime legislator Richard “Dick” Moore. Now, he faces a challenger on the left, who has himself amassed a good amount of political capital in the area, as chair of economic development and the Democratic Town Committee. Merolli told me he’s running because the district is in need of better representation. He also said it’s a “unique time in history.” I’ll say. Given the recent slew of true progressive wins around the country, Merolli might be well poised for an upset here. The district covers pretty much all of southern Worcester County, stretching from Southbridge to Milford. Even though it doesn’t affect Worcester much, there’s no doubt this is going to be a good one to watch. Central Mass. is home to a wide spectrum of political philosophies, and these two candidates pretty well represent what you might call the “new right” and the “new left.”
DISPARATE DETENTIONS: The only people this should surprise are the people who Don’t Believe in Institutional Racism. But some good reporting from the Telegram shows that in the 20162017 school year, Latino students were suspended at twice the rate of white students. Experts are quoted in the story saying this is a problem across the state. That’s not good. Robert Pezzella, the district safety director, is quoted as saying the district is responding by trying to bring down suspension rates across the board, and they’re considering bringing in a new policy for adjudicating suspensions called Youth Courts, which involves peers in deciding punishments. It would be nice to see city officials make this issue a priority. Not only do suspensions lead to missed classes, they’re often a major step in the the school-to-prison pipeline. Suspensions can be something of a scarlet letter for “bad kids” in schools.
SCARAMUCCI, SCARAMUCCI: The Mooch was on Unity Radio’s Talk of the Commonwealth last Thursday to talk shop amid this whole business with Tufts, its student newspaper saying mean things about him, and his intending to sue said student newspaper. Never a dull day with The Mooch, otherwise known as Anthony Scaramucci, who’s most famous for telling a New Yorker reporter what certain thing he doesn’t do and Steve Bannon
{ worcesteria } does do. The conversation on Talk of the Commonwealth, though, was much more reserved, albeit stilted toward Scaramucci’s perspective and the (frankly tired) argument that universities are no longer bastions of free speech so much as they are, as the Mooch put it, “megaphones for one argument.” If you missed the interview, you can listen to it in podcast form on any app under the Talk of the Commonwealth page. Meanwhile, the Tufts student who wrote the op-eds that so incensed the Mooch, Camilo Caballero, took a victory lap in the Boston Globe, saying the surreal situation was just another attack on press freedom from the powers that be. I’m sayin’.
THE TAX BILL FROM HELL: If you weren’t living in a hovel of your own design this weekend,
cooped up logging hour 156 on “Zelda: Breath of the Wild” with bleary eyes and a near dissociative relationship with reality (who, me?), you probably heard about the federal tax bill that is all but set to be signed into law, and how disastrous it will be to pretty much everyone but CEOs. I mean this is an absolutely massive transfer of wealth from average people to billionaires, and the people calling it class warfare really have every right to do that. But still, the local impact is hard to parse. Tracy Novick did as fine a job as you’ll read on her education blog Whos of Who-ster, breaking down the impact to schools. Local property taxes and state income taxes are the two single biggest sources of revenue for public school districts around the state, she writes. And both are deductible from federal taxes. The tax bill removes that deduction. Meaning taxes are going up for anyone who pays income taxes and property taxes, which is most people. Experts believe local and state agencies will step in to offer relief. But those are the taxes that fund public schools. Get it? It’s a disaster for regular people everywhere. Call your representative while there’s still time. The bill still has to get through a conference committee before it lands on the president’s desk.
BAKER’S IN: Gov. Charlie Baker has hopped on the PawSox to WooSox Express. At a Chamber of Commerce event Friday, Dec. 1, he slipped in some very encouraging comments about the city’s prospects in landing the team, and the possible future financial cooperation of the state. “We certainly believe you have an opportunity on this one,” he said to the crowd, which consisted of hundreds of area business officials. He said that economic development head Jay Ash, as we reported last week, has had multiple discussions with Ed Augustus Jr. on the prospect of bringing the team to Worcester. “Our message to Worcester and to the PawSox has been, as they develop that proposal, that we’re interested in participating,” he said. So, to people who want the WooSox (can we think of something better?), that’s encouraging.
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ANOTHER RUCKER PURCHASE: Cliff Rucker, the man behind the Worcester Railers, the Palladium renovation and the Worcester Ice Center, is one of the biggest single driving forces in the rejuvenation going on downtown. Last week, he added to his arsenal of land holdings, scooping up the building at 269 Main St., the one that houses deadhorse hill. The purchase price was $2.65 million, according to the Telegram.
MILO, YOU’RE OUR ONLY HOPE: I must say, it’s been wild watching Turtleboy Sports drown in a mess of its own making these past few weeks. The irony should not be lost on anyone that the Black Lives Matter activists he has so vehemently punked on over the last several years are completely savaging him. And he knows it. He’s scrambling. Not only has he lost his Facebook page, he’s lost his main backup page. And by “he,” I mean Holden man Aidan Kearney, to whom the website is registered. Let’s be clear about that. Most recently, he indicated his intent to sue Facebook, but doesn’t have the money yet. He hinted at crowdfunding the lawsuit, which is also hilarious based on how many pot shots he’s taken at people on GoFundMe. In the meantime, he suggested his followers reach out to a handful of journalists for help, including Milo Yiannopoulos, the disgraced Breitbart media darling undone by his advocacy for pedophilia. You know you’re in trouble when you’re turning to Milo for help. SOAK UP THE SUN: Even more Worcester Sun news this week. Can you believe it? This
weekend they’re launching their print paper at $2 a pop, but they also announced recently that they’ve entered into a relationship with Mass Foodies, a popular online dining blog, for exclusive rights to print their journalism. That’s cool. Mass Foodies does good work in restaurant industry news, and even though print is slowly dying and/or dead already, nothing quite beats seeing your work in print, and more often than not it provides a much better experience to the reader as well. Print is dead, long live print!
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slants/rants Editorial Investigation must be public
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t should go without saying: whatever the outcome of the investigation into Senate President Stan Rosenberg’s office, the results must be made public. Rosenberg, of course, is currently on leave of his own choice, according to colleagues. His husband is under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct with four other men. The Senate Ethics Committee is looking into whether Rosenberg in any way acted improperly by way of knowing of the acts or using his position related to the matter. The ethics committee has been ordered to hire an independent outside investigator. That is a good thing. It shows the Senate appears to grasp the severity and sensitivity of the matter. What is not clear, however, is whether the results of the investigation – which has no timeline for completion – will ever see the light of day. Will the public, in fact, ever know what was discovered or not discovered? Lawmakers on Beacon Hill surely must know public trust in them is tenuous at best. How could it not be when you have an entity that is effectively immune to public scrutiny? Look at the trails of corruption that lead to so many doors inside the State House. And here is yet another unseemly episode that has raised eyebrows and shaken the public’s trust in the leadership of the commonwealth. Once more, we wonder whether we will ever know the truth. It is important to note that, at the moment, we don’t know whether Rosenberg did anything wrong. We know his husband is accused of serious transgressions – morally, if not criminally. But was Rosenberg aware? Did he in any way use his authority to shield them? Were any policy decisions in his office influenced in any way by his husband’s alleged actions? If so, how? It is at least heartening to hear some senators call for the results to be public. Acting Senate President Harriette Chandler, appearing on The Worcester Magazine Radio Hour on Unity Radio this week, said she believes the results should be made public. In the end, however, ethics committee rules allow them to shield from public view any of their deliberations. Committee members include Mike Rodrigues, chair; Bill Brownsberger, vice-chair; Cynthia Creem, Cindy Friedman, Richard Ross and Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr. Let them know what you think. If you agree the results of this investigation should be made public, remind them you have a vote, too – at the ballot box.
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like to think that I “bleed union.” That’s a phrase I stole from the Cornacchioli family – educators who have been among the city’s most dedicated and passionate union representatives for decades. Big Lou was the Educational Association of Worcester’s executive secretary for many years before retiring, and his daughter, special education teacher Melissa Cornacchioli Verdier, has taken up the baton, representing her coworkers at North High while raising two small children. I’ve learned much from the Cornacchiolis when it comes to sticking up for the underdog. Lou did so with much bluster and occasional bravado; Melissa is Lou with the rough edges smoothed out. Both methods can bring results, and as a union rep, I have learned much from both. And even though Melissa is nearly 30 years my junior, she has taught me patience, something I’m not known for displaying in the face of unfair practices. That said, I’ve waited a bit to comment on the EAW’s endorsement of School Committee candidates in the past election. Much was made about the all-male lineup given a thumbs-up by the teachers’ union, and while I understand the argument against putting no women into these seats to lead a profession heavily dominated by that gender, I have a slightly different idea regarding endorsements. The EAW shouldn’t give them. To anyone. Endorsements are made in the hopes that when contract negotiations roll around, a quid pro quo situation will arise. Union negotiators cling to the idea that the people they helped win elections will play fair and help teachers get what they deserve when it’s time to hammer out an agreement. Let’s get real for a moment: teachers went without a contract for a year, and were offered an insulting zero-percent increase by a body of elected officials previously endorsed. We picketed in the hot sun. We shouted from the city hall balcony. We held our noses and settled finally for a contract many educators think inadequately meets our needs. I can’t say it ever felt like the city was pulling
for us, yet within days of settling, it was Kumbaya time. Until the next time. That’s my objection to endorsements: We’re all in the same boat until it springs a leak. I don’t believe the EAW should endorse any candidates for any seats – not for school committee, not for city council, not for governor, not for dog catcher. I’m not saying these candidates don’t deserve our votes as citizens. I’m saying endorsements create a lopsided bond that gets broken regularly. The now-retired Lou Cornacchioli doesn’t mince words. “I was never big on endorsements,” he said. “They are meaningless unless you can get your people to work for the candidate. Or give a financial contribution. More than once an endorsed candidate comes back later to stab you in the back.” Verdier agreed. “Based on the difficulties we’ve had in recent contract negotiations, I don’t think we should endorse any candidate,” she said. However, EAW President Roger Nugent and I part ways on this subject. “I think it will help now,” he said. “None of them believed me, not even the mayor, when I said that every candidate is going to have to earn the endorsement.” Nugent stressed that transparency is paramount and insists he demands it. I’m standing firm on the idea that endorsements aren’t in the best interest of teachers. When the time comes to slip on the negotiation gloves, all that warm fuzziness turns to dust. I’m not even sure endorsements translate into votes - many Worcester teachers live in the suburbs and I’m not convinced that the parents of WPS students are swayed by any stamp of approval given by the union. I harbor no illusions about endorsements going the way of No. 2 pencils. Candidates have historically sought union smooches and will continue to do so. I still say we should keep ’em guessing. Said Big Lou: “Better to organize the union and work hard to get someone elected.”
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in my face all you want, but at the end of the day this system has been going on and it’s never changed. There’s so much that goes into this conversation that we’re just not prepared to have and we’re not prepared to change, for whatever reason.” - Ike McBride, director of community engagement, Boys & Girls Club of Worcester, appearing on The Worcester Magazine Radio Hour on Unity Radio, on race relations and prejudice in America.
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With Union Station, city could learn from others To the Editor: I was recently at Springfield’s newlyrenovated Union Station and saw all the amenities they now have. They have all their mass transit modes concentrated in one building – Springfield Union Station – with all their buses, trains and cabs all together now. It’s got kiosks, a convenience store, a sandwich shop, business counters for local and commercial buses and Amtrak. It is quite a contrast with Worcester’s Union Station, which still has almost none of these things. Springfield Congressman Richard Neal has really scored big for his city with this facility, and I wish he would come to Worcester with advice for our town fathers on how to create a really successful rail and bus hub. Our local train station is still the deadest in New England, even though it has five transit companies using it: the MBTA, Amtrak,
Greyhound and Peter pan bus lines as well as the “MART” Leominster shuttles. Mr. Neal said he did not want to see his Union Station become a museum, maybe like ours, but Worcester’s facility has become a mausoleum with trains, not a museum with trains and a few buses. If Worcester is truly making a comeback, this city has got to follow Springfield’s example. Worcester congratulated itself on a $90-million bus garage for its city buses, while Springfield spent about the same amount of money on something that will benefit all residents. I’m sorry to be so critical of my hometown, but Worcester has a lot to learn from other communities. T I M SH EA Worcester
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To the Editor: I am writing this in support School Committee member John Monfredo’s recent column in Worcester Magazine (“Needed in our community: acts of kindness,” Nov. 16.)
Mr. Monfredo stressed the need for kindness in our schools and community, so I write to tell you about the 365Z Foundation. A few years ago Quinsigamond Community College Professor Paul Lacava invited Rosemary Ford to speak to his class on death and dying. Mrs. Ford’s son, Zachary, had taken his own life not long before. Mrs. Ford, in her address to the class, said that in memory of Zachary she performs an act of kindness every day, and at the end of a year she will have performed 365 acts of kindness. Shortly afterward Mr. Lacava approached me with the idea of starting a foundation and naming it “365.” In short order, we contacted several colleagues from the civic, business, educational and religious communities to discuss the notion of a “365 Foundation.” Following several months of discussion, the group decided to move forward and get the Foundation started. Paul Lacava suggested we invite Rosemary Ford, her husband, Paul, and daughters Kristin and Brittany to be a part of the organization. Thankfully, they accepted and asked if we would add the let “Z” in honor of Zachary. Led by the Ford family, with Rosemary as president, the 365Z Foundation has provided Kindness Program book sets to nearly 30 elementary and senior high schools in Worcester and several county
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towns. Elementary school kits are $1,400 each and $500 for the high school kit. An additional $500 is given if the school starts a Kindness Club. In each of the past two years, the foundation has awarded 10 $1,000 scholarships to students of North, South, Burncoat, Worcester Vocational and St. Peter’s high schools. The scholarship recipients are chosen based only on their past and ongoing acts of kindness. One scholarship recipient wrote from Utah that as part of her college’s community service program she helped start a 365Z Kindness Club at an elementary school. A rural community K-8 school in Ireland inquired on how to start a 365Z Kindness Program. Also, in the past two years, in partnership with Goretti’s Markets and Plant the Seed Foundation, another initiative started by Paul Lacava, we have furnished food and toys for Christmas to 175 families in need. We will do so again this season.
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No public funding for PawSox To the Editor: At about $5 per meal, the $83-million cost to build a new stadium in Worcester (using the Pawtucket estimate, not including the additional cost for location, road rearrangement, police, etc.) could provide about 17 million meals for the needy and homeless people in Massachusetts. Worcester already has a baseball team, the Bravehearts, costing the taxpayers a big fat zero. Indeed, the Bravehearts are also giving back things of value to the needy and nonprofits. N O R M A N M I NOR Worcester
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Mr. Monfredo mentioned how Superintendent Maureen Binienda started several kindness programs at South High School. It should come as no surprise that Superintendent Binienda was among the initial group that came together to discuss the formation of the 365Z Foundation. Yes, Mr. Monfredo is correct. We can, the world can, use more kindness. The 365Z Foundation is doing what it can to foster and promote kindness. As vice president of the 365Z Foundation, I am in awe of the dedication, energy and commitment of the Ford family and, as a matter of fact, of every member of the Board of 365Z. Please visit our website, 365Z. org, and read more about this wonderful organization. You will be met by this: “The 365Z Foundation is an organization whose mission is to provide ideas, guidance and resources that will encourage, inspire and challenge individuals to perform conscious acts of kindness. Imagine that.” Yeah, imagine that.
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CENTRO’s mission reaches deep into Worcester communities
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ENTRO is the largest multi-service, multicultural and multilingual nonprofit organization in Central Massachusetts - but it didn’t start out that way. “We were established in 1977 by a grumpy Italian priest ... and you can write that,” CEO Juan Gomez said with a laugh. “Fr. Miguel Bafaro went abroad for years and when he returned to Worcester, he saw a need for the Latino and Puerto Rican communities ... He established the organization with three purposes. One, retain and share Puerto Rican heritage. Two, serve as a gathering place for the Puerto Rican and Latino community, and number three was to help the Puerto Rican and Latino community transition into the community as a whole.” CENTRO, formerly known as Centro Las Americas and located at 153 Chestnut St., started exclusively as a Latino and Puerto Rican organization, but the mission has changed a lot in the subsequent years. “Twenty years ago, we began to diversify the services that we offer,” Gomez said. “We established contact with the Department of Children and Families and other departments that gave us a foothold into the human service world. Larger service providers, such as YOU Inc., helped transition CENTRO into a multicultural provider of human services. That
transition has taken place over the last eight years.” Now, he said, his organization has an $8-million budget, more than 80 employees and serves over 24,000 clients in Central Mass. CENTRO performs a multitude of services for disabled, impoverished or otherwise disadvantaged Worcester residents, with a focus on families. These services vary widely. “CENTRO is sort of a welcoming act to new communities to help them transition CENTRO 11 Sycamore St., Worcester 508-798-1900 • info@centroinc.org • centroinc.org Formerly Centro Las Americas, CENTRO is the largest minority-led, community-based nonprofit organization in Central Mass. Their mission is to assist individuals and families in becoming self-sufficient and achieving their dreams. CENTRO provides elder, behavioral, health and family social services. WHAT TO GIVE: Food items to donate to their Emergency Food Pantry Service as well as coats, hats and gloves for families. into a life in Worcester, a successful life and a thriving life in Worcester,” Gomez said. “Families come to us if they need help getting health insurance, identifying the right schools, or require critical services for elderly or families with children.” CENTRO conducts assessments to determine whether a family has any special needs and then helps with housing and obtaining a job. CENTRO periodically checks on families that
it has helped to “make sure that no one slips through the cracks,” as Gomez said. Gomez and CENTRO are busy helping new Worcester residents, but are also concerned with helping residents who already live in Worcester. “The most popular service we provide is our food pantry,” he said. “We serve over 25,000 individuals Juan Gomez, President of Centro, jumps in to help food through that program pantry volunteers pack grocery bags that will be distribevery year. We provide uted to families in need. Helping Gomez, second from thousands of pounds of food every year and left to right, are Roberta Berrios, Lilliana Mercado and partner with Worcester Amaryllis Aviles. wholesale food bank and other organizations. street from the CENTRO offices is being That’s the program that serves the most converted into a housing unit for families number of people, and the second is the coming from Puerto Rico. CENTRO has been community support program. We see hundreds identified by FEMA as being one of two of families every year.” organizations in Worcester that can handle The organization is planning holiday the intake of Puerto Rican refugees. events, providing their usual services The organization has grown mightily in and, most recently, helping Puerto Rican the 40 years since its inception and Gomez immigrants adjust to Worcester in the wake believes it will continue to grow. of the devastating hurricanes that destroyed much of Puerto Rico. A property across the
Gift of Giving: Holidays a Time to Help AFRICAN COMMUNITY EDUCATION (ACE) 24 Chatham St., Worcester 508 799-3653 • info@acechildren.org • acechildren.org ACE is a community-oriented educational program targeted toward African refugee and immigrant children living in Worcester. The students attending this program have come to the U.S. from nations suffering from war and political or social instability. As a result, these children were unable to engage in meaningful schooling during their childhood. WHAT TO GIVE: Accepting monetary donations, school supplies, office supplies, kids’ toys, jackets, hats and mittens/gloves and window plastics (for weather). AIDS PROJECT WORCESTER 85 Green St., Worcester 508-755-3773 • info@aidsprojectworcester.org • aidsprojectworcester.org AIDS Project Worcester is a nonprofit organization that uses advocacy, education and collaborative initiatives to enhance the lives and health of people infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infections. WHAT TO GIVE: Monetary donations online via any major credit card, nonperishable food items, winter clothing, gift cards, restaurant certificates, toys and games, socks, scarfs, hats, gloves, towels, washcloths, paper products and personal care items for women and men.
ALTERNATIVES UNLIMITED 50 Douglas Road, Whitinsville 508-266-6544 • info@alternativesnet.org • alternativesnet.org Alternatives Unlimited is a leading provider of services for adults with developmental or psychiatric disabilities in Central Mass., serving more than 2,000 individuals through 60 residential, employment and day programs. WHAT TO GIVE: Donate $5 gift cards (grocery stores, pharmacies, fast food establishments, and department stores like Bed, Bath & Beyond and Kohl’s), kitchen supplies (pots, utensils, pans, plates, cups, etc.) and household supplies (twin sheets, pillows, towels, blankets, etc.). It is also possible to bake a treat for their holiday open house dessert table. ASCENTRIA CARE ALLIANCE 14 E Worcester St., Suite 300, Worcester 774-243-3900 • ascentria.org In the spirit of rising together, Ascentria Care Alliance offers programs of social services administered to New England to break the cycle of poverty, and build thriving communities where everyone has the chance to achieve their full potential, regardless of background or disadvantage. Services provided cater to the aged, along with assisted living, adoption, family counseling, foster care and teen assistance. WHAT TO GIVE: Gift cards to grocery stores or a pre-filled grocery bag containing coffee, rice, sugar and/or oil as a helpful “staple” donation. One time or monthly monetary donations can also be made online.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL MASS/ AUBURN YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES INC. METROWEST 21 Pheasant Court, Auburn 484 Main St., Suite 360, Worcester 508-832-7677 • sheryls@ayfs.org • ayfs.org 508-752-7868 • bbbscm.org Auburn Youth and Family Services provides support for the community of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass/Metrowest has supported children in Auburn through family and individual counseling, after-school programs the community through individualized mentoring programs for over 50 years. focusing on the prevention of drug/alcohol abuse through education and WHAT TO GIVE: Craft supplies (crayons, markers, colored pencils, intervention, summer programs, a food pantry and more. construction paper, stencils, beads), games appropriate for kids ages 6-13 WHAT TO GIVE: Peanut butter, jelly, juice, popcorn, healthy snacks (granola (Monopoly, Jenga, Connect 4, Apples to Apples, Sorry, Chutes and Ladders, bars, popcorn, seasonal fruits and vegetables), canned items (green beans, Candy Land, puzzles), and sports equipment (basketballs, footballs, soccer corn, peas, soups and pasta), Parmalat milk, cereal, shampoo, toothpaste, balls, Wiffle balls and bats, jump ropes, hula hoops and Frisbees). laundry detergent, tissues, digital or disposable cameras, water color paints, construction paper, ice packs, latex-free band aids, beads for crafts, pencils, BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF WORCESTER one-subject notebooks and Elmer’s Glue. Donors can also adopt a child and/ 6 Tainter St., Worcester 508-754-2686 • ingo@bgcworcester.org • bgcworcester.org or family during the holidays providing funds, gifts or food baskets. The Boys and Girls Club of Worcester is the largest youth development BE LIKE BRIT FOUNDATION, INC. agency in Central Mass., serving over 6,000 youth annually. 66 Pullman St., Worcester WHAT TO GIVE: New, unwrapped toys for children ages 5-12, gift cards for 508-886-4500 • support@belikebrit.org • belikebrit.org The Be Like Brit Foundation was established after the death of Britney Gengel, teen members, gift cards for families to purchase food for holiday meals, art and school supplies for programs at the Club. a 19-year-old who traveled to Haiti to assist in relief efforts. She died in BROKEN TAIL RESCUE the earthquake of 2010. The organization, started by her parents, built a 508-625-0332 • info@brokentailrescue.org • brokentailrescue.org 19,000-square-foot, earthquake-proof orphanage in the shape of the letter “B,” which houses 66 children. continued on page 16 WHAT TO GIVE: See company website for a detailed list and instructions. D E C E M B E R 7 , 2 0 1 7 • W O R C E S T E R M A G A Z I N E . C O M 15
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Project New Hope answers call for veterans
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ecognizing that the challenges of military service impact families and veterans alike extend post-war, Project New Hope works to establish support needed for reintegration and works to develop skills for acclimation. “As a disabled veteran, I love the outpouring support from our community that helps us take care of our community who has had a family member deployed,” said Bill Moore, president and CEO of Project New Hope. “We help them not have to go without.” Moore formed the nonprofit organization in 2011 to assist veterans and families with PTSD, TBI, marital issues, military sexual trauma, suicidal thoughts, issues with chronic pain and more. “We work to help veterans, their spouses and children with addressing any problems, fears and stigma that they may face or have faced,” said Moore, a peacetime Air Force veteran whose service dog, Freedom, helps him with mobility and post-traumatic stress issues. During the holiday season, Project New Hope holds its Operation Jeepers Christmas drive. The two-year-old effort helped more than 600 families last year, according to Moore, and allows military and veteran families with proof of need to submit their Christmas wish lists to Project New Hope. Donors can then “adopt” families by purchasing items from their wish lists for Christmas. The goal is to provide each child three to five gifts with an overall value of $60 or more. Donors are encouraged to include personal notes to the recipient family, and if desired, contact information may also be included as recipient families often wish to send notes of thanks to the sponsoring family. Families that are not adopted for whatever
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Bill Moore, president of Project New Hope and his service dog Freedom. after being deployed,” said Moore, whose daughter just completed six years serving in the Air Force. “We fulfill the orders and whatever is left over we donate to our community. With the help of individuals and businesses alike to satisfy their wish lists, we make a lot of people very happy.” In addition to its main office at 70 James St., Worcester, Project New Hope has an office on Route 9 in Shrewsbury, along with a newer office that opened earlier this year in Holyoke, 476 Appleton St. While they don’t have an office in Maine, Moore said there is a liaison in Old Orchard Beach who collects donations for Project New Hope. The community response to Project New
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Hope, Moore said, has been “very, very good.” “We’re really blessed here that the community has helped us take care of the men and women that served,” he said, adding the organization tries to return the favor. “We believe, also, in taking care of our community as well. I receive a lot of donations from a variety of sources. I take care of all my military and veteran families, but whatever is left over, I’ll donate to places like St. John’s Church, the South Worcester Neighborhood Center, the food pantry in Leicester, the Mustard Seed. “If there’s a need in the community,” Moore said, “we’ll try to assist as well.” As for specific needs on the part of Project New Hope, he said gift cards of any denomination are still needed this year. Looking ahead, Moore said the organization will be holding a Native American veterans retreat, a retreat for LGBTQ veterans and a women’s veterans retreat, all in 2018.
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70 James St., #157, Worcester 774-243-7859 • projectnewhopema.org Project New Hope is a nonprofit organization whose vision is to provide support for service members, veterans, Gold Star honorees, survivors and wounded warriors who have felt the impact of military service. The mission is to assist veterans and their families with PTSD, TBI, military sexual trauma, marital issues, chronic pain issues, suicidal thoughts, and other issues that might arise. We are an organization that helps U.S. veterans and their spouses/partners and children with addressing the challenges, fears and stigma that they face during and after military service. HOW YOU CAN HELP: Every item purchased from the Project New Hope Apparel Store assists in paying for a weekend retreat for a veteran and their family. Monetary donations of $25, $50, $75 or $100 online through a donation portal on the website. If your personal commitment varies from the options offered, you may also enter your own amount. Project New Hope Inc. also has a partnership with AmazonSmile in which Amazon donates 0.5 percent of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Project New Hope Inc. For more information, visit the company website.
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Broken Tail Rescue is a nonprofit, foster-based rescue organization dedicated to the rescue of unwanted and abandoned animals in urgent need. WHAT TO GIVE: Wire crates, dry cat and dog food, wet puppy and kitten food, cat litter, Nature’s Miracle Stain & Odor Remover, laundry detergent, gas gift cards, humane traps, and fleece blankets. Also looking for vehicle donations. CATHOLIC CHARITIES 10 Hammond St., Worcester 508-798-0191 • info@ccworc.org • ccworc.org Catholic Charities is committed to meeting the needs of the poor, the homeless and the infirm and to enhancing the quality of life for all. WHAT TO GIVE: Gift cards (food or discount retail stores), as well as gloves, scarves, hats and winter coats for both children and adults. CENTRAL MA CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN RED CROSS 2000 Century Drive, Worcester 508-595-3700 • redcross.org Provides lifesaving services to residents in Middlesex and Worcester counties. When disaster strikes, the Red Cross can be counted on to be there for those in need. WHAT TO GIVE: You can help by donating money, fundraising for the agency, giving blood or hosting a blood drive, taking part in or teaching a class, volunteering, participating in a Red Cross group or program, helping internationally, or simply sharing stories via social media as an advocate. CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS HOUSING ALLIANCE (CMHA) 6 Institute Road, Worcester 508-752-5519, ext. 105 • info@cmhaonline.org • chmaonline.org CMHA leads a collaborative response to homelessness that fosters longterm housing stability through prevention, quality services, education and advocacy. WHAT TO GIVE: Tables, chairs, sofas, upholstered furniture, bureaus, bed frames, mattress and box springs (queen or smaller). Donated items must be in clean, good or gently used condition (can’t be torn, stained, soiled or broken). Check website for a full list of unacceptable items. CHILDREN’S FRIEND INC. 21 Cedar St., Worcester 508-753-5425 • info@childrensfriend.org • childrensfriend.org Children’s Friend is a service dedicated to assisting children and families. Services include adoption services, a center for grieving children and families and outpatient counseling. WHAT TO GIVE: Gift cards for discount and grocery stores or gas cards. DARE FAMILY SERVICES (CENTRAL REGION) 1241 Main St., Worcester 508-755-7100 • darefamily.org Dare Family Services’ primary mission is to find, train and support loving homes that will help children become resilient and overcome the trauma of serious abuse and neglect. Every child will be given a life, education, and a road to normal adulthood. WHAT TO GIVE: Toys or other items for children ages 10-18 and items for continued on page 18
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teenagers, especially gift cards. DISMAS HOUSE 30 Richards St., Worcester 508-799-9389 • cmdismashouse@aol.com • dismasisfamily.org Dismas House is a platform for healthy reentry that welcomes former prisoners to Greater Worcester so that they can engage in the hard work of rebuilding lives, and rekindling hope for themselves and their families. WHAT TO GIVE: Gift cards for male residents, twin sheets and blankets in new condition, toiletries, hats, gloves and pajamas.
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484 Main St., Suite 110, Worcester • worcester.dressforsuccess.org Dress for Success Worcester seeks to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. WHAT TO GIVE: Professional, interview-appropriate suits, professional separates (including blouses, trousers, skirts, dresses, Melton wood blazers and jackets), work appropriate shoes and snow boots (sizes 5-up), jewelry, scarves, handbags (briefcases, portfolios or work appropriate handbags) and new/unopened hosiery. Please ensure items donated are freshly laundered and ironed, not more than 5 years old and suitable for wearing to job interviews. To schedule a donation appointment, contact Susan Whitney at 508.466.8504. EASTER SEALS 484 Main St., #600, Worcester 800-244-2756 • info@eastersealsma.org • easterseals.com/ma Easter Seals provides opportunities for people of all ages with a range of disabilities to achieve their full potential. Assisting approximately 1.5 million people with disabilities and their families through therapy and early intervention, camps and employment placement. WHAT TO GIVE: Art supplies (paint, markers, colored pencils, canvasses and paper), Xbox 360 games for teenagers and smaller items for their martial arts
classes (weight bands, hand targets and small weights). ELM PARK CENTER FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION INC. 284 Highland St., Worcester 508-752-1201 • information@elmparkcenter.com • elmparkcenter.com The Elm Park Center for Early Childhood Education is committed to providing high-quality developmental experiences for the benefit of the children and families in our community. WHAT TO GIVE: Items for the children, including clothing, toys, diapers and supplies. FAMILY HEALTH CENTER OF WORCESTER 26 Queen St., Worcester 509-860-7700 • fhcw.org The Family Health Center of Worcester is a full-service health center that provides access to affordable, high-quality, integrated, comprehensive and respectful primary, health care and social services, regardless of parents’ ability to pay. WHAT TO GIVE: Personal hygiene supplies, soaps, razors, shampoo, baby blankets, bottles for newborns, mittens and hats. FRIENDLY HOUSE 36 Wall St., Worcester 508-755-4362 • sdaly@friendlyhousema.org • friendlyhousema.org Friendly House provides a continuum of comprehensive coordinated neighborhood basic services to inner-city families, including housing, youth programs (such as after school, vacation and summer programming) and food services. WHAT TO GIVE: Gift cards to grocery stores, fast food restaurants and Walmart, movie passes, backpacks and school supplies, gifts for children (ages birth to 17). GINNY’S HELPING HAND 52 Mechanic St., Leominster 978-537-1387 • ginnyshelpinghands@gmail.com • ginnyshelpinghand.org
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Ginny’s Helping Hand Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the everyday living needs of the less fortunate. The organization operates a food pantry and offers relocation assistance, fuel assistance, and provides furniture, clothing, and other items to people who need “a hand up – not a hand out.” WHAT TO GIVE: Shelf-stable foods (pasta, peanut butter, rice, beans, dry milk, soups, canned goods), paper products, dish soap, laundry detergent, diapers, shampoo, clothing, shoes, small household goods, crafts, toys, board games, puzzles, books, CDs/DVDs, small kitchen appliances, dining room sets (no hutches or buffets), holiday decorations, greeting cards, kitchen table sets with matching chairs, bedroom sets (head/foot board and dressers), knickknacks, dishes, pots and pans, kitchen utensils, bicycles, bicycle helmets, artwork, decorative items, small electronics (radios and DVD players in working condition), linens, towels, bedding, bookcases, storage shelving, sleeping bags, jewelry, baby furniture and playpens, and wooden or glider rockers. Please check website for list of unacceptable items. GIRLS INC. OF WORCESTER 125 Providence St., Worcester 508-755-6455 • info@girlsincworcester.org • girlsincworcester.org Girls Inc. was formed to give ethical, educational and social advantages to girls and lower-income families. WHAT TO GIVE: New, age-appropriate books for girls grades K-8, items for their holiday party (bookmarks, pens, pencils, erasers, small journal books, candy canes, candy to fill stockings, baking supplies, decorations for sugar cookies and holiday craft supplies). GREATER WORCESTER HOUSING CONNECTION 7 Bishop St., Framingham 508-757-0103 • smoc.org The Greater Worcester Housing Connection provides permanent housing solutions along with services and linkages to resources that include employment, health and behavioral services, delivered in an individualized
approach towards the goal of enhanced self-sufficiency. WHAT TO GIVE: Clothing for men and women (socks, underwear, hats, gloves and coats), hygienic items (soap, toothpaste, combs and toothbrushes), sheets, linens, towels and household goods. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY – METROWEST/GREATER WORCESTER 11 Distributor Road, Worcester 508-799-9259 • office@habitatmwgw.org • habitatmwgw.org Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester offers an opportunity for community residents to partner with families in need of housing to work side-by-side with volunteers to build homes. WHAT TO GIVE: Items for their ReStore, such as appliances, architectural items (columns, mantels, porch posts), media, cabinets/countertops, doors, electrical (residential items in working condition), flooring, furniture, hardware, home décor, insulation, lighting, lumber, masonry, paint, plumbing fixtures and hardware, roofing materials and gutters, tools, vents, vinyl sliding and accessories, windows/screens and more. Check out their website for donation guidelines for each item.
HORIZONS FOR HOMELESS CHILDREN
111 Park Ave., Worcester 508 755-2615 • horizonschildren.org Horizons for Homeless Children is the Commonwealth’s leading organization devoted exclusively to serving homeless children. The organization focuses its efforts on helping young children mitigate the trauma and stress associated with homelessness. WHAT TO GIVE: Play-Doh, Legos, finger paints, wooden puzzles, block puppets, crayons and colored pencils, diapers (size 6), gift cards to discount stores, Stop and Shop, Target and Macy’s, baby wipes, antibacterial wipes, hand sanitizer and tissues, or check out their Amazon wish list. continued on page 20
National Marionette Theatre at Old Sturbridge Village
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1059 Main St., Worcester 508-755-6403 • jerimiahsinn.com Jeremiah’s Inn is a home for men in recovery from substance abuse. The Inn uses a social model to provide residents with a safe environment in which to begin recovery by fostering a sense of community and mutual aid through partnerships, volunteerism and the Nutrition Center. WHAT TO GIVE: Clothing for men in the residential program (socks, undershirts, underwear, pants, shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, boots, sneakers, t-shirts); food donations of non-perishable items.
508-856-9541•jomp.org A nonprofit community music school, Joy of Music Program (JOMP) offers private instrumental lessons and ensemble programs. Children, teens and adults at all levels of ability experience a musical community that is supportive, non-competitive and inspiring. JOMP contributes richly to Worcester’s cultural vitality through student community performances, outreach programs, faculty performances in the Worcester Public Schools and our Faculty Concert Series. WHAT TO GIVE: Donations of new or used musical instruments in good condition. Monetary donations may also be given via mail or online payment services.
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LITERACY VOLUNTEERS FOR GREATER WORCESTER
508-754-8056 • lvgw.org Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester is a volunteer program of over 150 volunteers and eight part-time specialized ESL teachers who help immigrants, refugees and adults in basic literacy such as how to read, write, and speak the English language. WHAT TO GIVE: Donations can be made by way of sponsoring one-to-one tutoring or other materials necessary. For specific information, please visit the official website. Mail checks to: Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester 3 Salem Square, Suite 332, Worcester, MA 01608
MAIN IDEA
9 Irving St., Worcester info@mainidea.org • mainidea.org Main IDEA formed when a group of artists, musicians, and dancers who
shared a common dream of seeing an arts community that was open and accessible to everyone came together in Worcester. Main IDEA focuses on creating a community for children to experience various art forms, express themselves in a safe, creative environment, and build confidence in themselves and their abilities, free of cost. WHAT TO GIVE: Please visit the Main IDEA website for the various donation levels: every bit of support helps provide vital programs for kids.
MUSTARD SEED
93 Piedmont St., Worcester 508-754-7098 • mustardseedcw.org The Mustard Seed Catholic Worker is a house of hospitality in the Catholic Worker movement. Mustard Seed’s mission is to perform the corporal and spiritual works of mercy at a personal and social sacrifice, to nurture and promote a culture of concern and generosity so that human suffering is relieved and a better society not only envisioned but lived. The house of hospitality offers a free meal to Worcester’s hungry for over 40 years and has worked on behalf of peace and environmental and social justice in many campaigns. WHAT TO GIVE: Mustard Seed Catholic Worker is always in need of volunteers and community members. Financial contributions can be sent via mail to: The Mustard Seed, PO Box 2592, Worcester MA 01613.
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER
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67 Lincoln St., Worcester 508-799-0100 • nativityworcester.org Nativity School of Worcester is an accredited, independent, Jesuit middle school that provides a quality, all-scholarship education to under-served boys of all faiths. Drawing upon four pillars - strength, scholarship, character, and service - a Nativity education inspires self-discovery, responsibility, spiritual growth, and a lifelong dedication to learning. WHAT TO GIVE: Support Nativity School through their Amazon wish list found on their website or amazon.com. Monetary donations can be made online
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in-kind donations. Anger has been with Abby’s House for 25 years – 14 of which she volunteered and 11 serving on staff. “Around this time, everybody gives but there is always a dire need for our residents so we are always grateful for what we receive.” The organization is located at 52 High St. in Worcester, but over the years has grown to manage four properties in downtown Worcester. Its mission is to provide shelter
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and affordable housing, as well as advocacy services, to homeless, battered and lowincome women, with or without children. “Abby’s is one of two family shelters in the area that does not require its guests to be on welfare, which allows us to serve women of a variety of different circumstances, but also means that we do not receive state or federal funding,” explained Ann Stamm, who sits on the board of directors for Abby’s House. Every year for the holidays, Abby’s House assembles gift bags for their residents and guests with essentials. With the help of 120 active volunteers that help staff the shelter every day, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., they work to create these much-needed gifts and care packages for those affected. “This year,” Anger said, “we hope to fill our bags with twin sheets, twin blankets, towel sets, travel coffee mugs, small umbrellas, toiletries, hats and gloves, flashlights, small alarm clocks, and journals, as well as gift cards for Price Chopper, Shaw’s, Walmart, Target and Dunkin’ Donuts. WRTA bus passes are also very important to include so that women can get to their medical appointments.” Jean Anger, ‘In-Kind’ donation and volunteer coordinator, and Parlee Jones, shelter advocate, display blanket and sheet donations for the holiday gift bags assembled for residents and guests of Abby’s House.
through the Network for Good transaction page found on their website or by mail. Make checks payable to Nativity School of Worcester and mail to: Elizabeth Wambui, Director of Advancement, Nativity School of Worcester, 67 Lincoln St., Worcester, MA 01605
PATHWAYS FOR CHANGE INC.
588 Main St., Worcester 508-852-7600 • 24/7 Hotline 1-800-870-5905 • pathwaysforchange.help The mission of Pathways for Change is to address the impact of sexual violence by providing quality and multicultural services to those whose lives have been impacted by sexual violence and to provide education geared toward ending violence. WHAT TO GIVE: Gently used or new art supplies for teens to use, office supplies and media (such as books, CDs, DVDs, video games, etc.) For further information contact Pathways at (508) 852-7600.
PLANTING THE SEED FOUNDATION
molly@plantingtheseed.org • plantingtheseed.org Planting the Seed Foundation is a 100-percent volunteer, nonprofit, charitable organization dedicated to improving the lives of homeless children and their families in Worcester and surrounding towns. WHAT TO GIVE: For their upcoming drive, toys/gifts for newborns and children up to age 18 are welcome. Gift cards for teens, monetary donations and school supplies are greatly appreciated.
RACHEL’S TABLE
633 Salisbury St., Worcester 508-799-7600 • rachelstable.org Rachel’s Table is a nonprofit food rescue program that feeds the homeless and hungry of Greater Worcester. This volunteer-based group transports unsold, prepared and perishable “excess” food that would otherwise be
wasted to shelters, soup kitchens, neighborhood pantries and community social service agencies to feed those most in need. The food is donated by restaurants, markets, bakeries, hotels, hospitals, caterers and private citizens. WHAT TO GIVE: To donate food, leave a message on the Rachel’s Table food donation telephone number: (508) 799-7600. Indicate the date and time of your call, your name and contact information, descriptions of the amount and type of food for donation and your deadline for pick-up. You may also consider preparing a shelter meal for 15-20 people. Donor guidelines are available online as ways you can monetarily make a difference.
RAINBOW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
10 Edward St., Worcester 508-791-6849 • rainbow@rainbowcdc.com • rainbowcdc.com Rainbow Child Development Center transforms the lives of at-risk children (age 6 weeks up to 13 years old) and their families by providing quality educational and therapeutic programs and services. Rainbow offers customized programs such as a Speech & Language Development Program, African Art Education and Social Emotional Therapy to children throughout the year to enhance their knowledge, increase their strengths, support a healthy lifestyle and enhance their self-esteem. WHAT TO GIVE: Details for donations of gifts and sample wish lists are available online.
RISE ABOVE FOUNDATION
info@weriseabove.org • weriseabove.org Rise Above assists Massachusetts children in foster care, helping to fund enriching experiences, such as extracurricular activities, that provide them with a sense of normalcy and build their self-esteem. Rise Above also sends care packages to area youth who grew up in foster care and are currently continuing their education.
WHAT TO GIVE: Shipping supplies, laundry detergent pods, ear buds, toiletries, Easy Mac, Ramen noodles, candy, gum, single-serving cereal, granola bars, microwave popcorn, tea, hot cocoa, gift cards to Walmart, Target, iTunes, Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, Domino’s and/or Papa Gino’s. Monetary donations also appreciated, either online or by mail (Rise Above Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box #174, Northbridge, MA 01534).
SOUTH WORCESTER NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION
47 Camp St., Worcester 508-757-8344 • rchare2624@aol.com • swnic.net SWNIC has been a valuable resource and a valued contributor of social services to the neighborhood since their founding in 1969. The goal is the personal advancement of every individual and every family in South Worcester, by facilitating access to housing and employment opportunities and offering health services and education. WHAT TO GIVE: Gift cards (fast food, coffee shop, discount retailers and grocery stores), bus passes, gloves, men’s belts, backpacks, packaged socks, underwear (men’s M and L and women’s 7, 8 & 9), gently used winter boots (men’s 9-14 and women’s 7-12). Please refer to website for a full list.
STAND UP FOR KIDS WORCESTER
508-963-5576 • worcester@standupforkids.org • standupforkids.org StandUp For Kids is a nonprofit that works with homeless youth. Worcester’s StandUp For Kids program operates an outreach center with a mental health counselor and nurse on-site weekly. WHAT TO GIVE: Packaged Underwear (Women’s sizes 7, 8 & 9; Men’s boxers M, L, XL, 3XL), packaged socks, jackets, sleeping bags, towels, bus tickets, gift cards (food and clothing stores), phone cards, individual first aid kits, backpacks, sunscreen and bug repellent (small tubes), toiletries, feminine
ABBY’S HOUSE 52 High St., Worcester 508-756-5486 • info@abbyshouse.org• abbyshouse.org Abby Kelley Foster House, Inc. (Abby’s House) was one of the first overnight emergency shelters for women in the U.S. It is Worcester’s largest provider of affordable housing specifically designed to meet the needs of woman and children. WHAT TO GIVE: Dishwasher pods, laundry pods, dryer sheets, irons, ironing board, ethnic hair care products, blow dryer, flat iron, art supplies, paper towels, paper cups, paper bowls, large and small paper plates, 13-gallon kitchen trash bags, heavy-duty contractor trash bags, microwave ovens (tabletop, 1.42 cubic foot), pots and pans, high chair (must be new due to safety and recalls), travel mugs, twin-sized blankets/sheets/comforters, mattress pads and zippered vinyl mattress covers, keyboard and guitar, shower curtains, lawn and leaf bags, a wheelbarrow, stamps, copy paper, HP 950XL Black Ink and 951 Tri Color Ink for printers, Keurig K-Cups, gift cards (to A.C. Moore, CVS, Dollar Tree, Home Depot, Michael’s, Price Chopper, Price Rite, Target, Walgreens and Walmart), prepaid phone cards and bus passes. With 78 units, Abby’s House is the oldest and largest provider of affordable housing for women and children in the area. While donations are accepted on a rolling basis, contributions toward these gift bags should be in by Dec. 14. “Our need is greater, but donations get better,” Anger said. “People are so generous to the women and children here. By donating a gift on our holiday wish list, you show the women you care, and we can’t tell you just how much that means to us and the women and children we serve.” products, mini-size hand sanitizer and soap, LCD projector, envelopes and postage, basic office supplies, non-perishable food items in plastic bottles or cans, can openers, plastic utensils, paper goods, locking file cabinet, printing paper, Staples gift cards, thermometer disposable strips and pregnancy test strips. For a full list of items or information on how a monetary donation can help, please see standupforkids.org/Worcester.
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS
Denholm Building, 484 Main St., No. 300, Worcester 508-757-5631 • unitedwaycm.org United Way of Central Mass. helps families from 30 area towns by connecting them to much-needed resources. WHAT TO GIVE: Donate or volunteer, or you can download a Holiday Wish List on their website.
VETERANS INC.
60 Grove St., Worcester 508-791-1213, ext. 199 • donations@veteransinc.org • veteransinc.org Veterans Inc. in Massachusetts is a national leader in ending homelessness among veterans. Since 1990, the organization has been the largest provider of support services to veterans and their families in New England having helped more than 70,000 veterans in need. WHAT TO GIVE: Personal care items such as razors, deodorant, soap, shampoo and conditioner, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, Vaseline, lotion, medicated food powder, nail files/clippers, reusable water bottles, Vick’s Vapor Rub, combs and hairbrushes, diabetic testing kits, bed pillows, blankets, pillow cases, children’s needs and more. For a complete list and requirements, please visit http://www.veteransinc.org/wp-content/ uploads/2010/05/2017_Wish-List1.pdf
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VISITATION HOUSE INC.
119 Endicott St., Worcester 508-965-7391 • visationshouse.org Visitation House is a home that welcomes women with crisis pregnancies in the spirit that provides emotional and spiritual assistance, as well as the peace of living in a Christian home. WHAT TO GIVE: Baby clothes (9-18 months), bottle brushes, wash cloths, hooded bath towels, baby monitors, baby Bjorn-type frontal baby carriers, baby nail clippers, baby powder, baby rattles, hard and soft cover books for babies, newborn/size 3 diapers, first aid kits (baby thermometer, nasal aspirator, gauze pads, etc.), gift cards to local department stores, toothpaste, body wash, handheld mirrors, umbrellas, water bottles and more. See website for the full list.
WHY ME AND SHERRY’S HOUSE
1152 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-757-7734 • whyme.org Why Me is a non-profit organization created to help Central New England families cope with childhood cancer by providing love and support services. Through support groups, hospital visits, direct financial assistance, family fun events, lodging at Sherry’s House – an eight bedroom residence and organization headquarters located in Tatnuck Square, and much more, a vital backbone of support is provided to families in the fight of their life. All services and support provided are free of charge, including lodging at Sherry’s House. WHAT TO GIVE: Donations of gift cards, such as gas stations, grocery stores, Target, Walmart, pharmacies and general Visa/Amex; toys and crafts for children 12 and younger, and non-perishable food to fill the pantry. Visit www.whyme.org for a full listing of WhyMe’s food needs.
WORCESTER ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE 139 Holden St., Worcester 508-853-0030 • worcesterarl.org
The Worcester Animal Rescue League is a nonprofit limited intake shelter that provides shelter and care for animals as well as respect and resources for people. Founded in 1912, WARL is Worcester’s only animal shelter and the largest in the area. WHAT TO GIVE: Blankets, cat and dog food (wet and dry types), KMR Milk Replacer Food Supplements (for nursing kittens and puppies), comforters, towels, leach, dish soap, mop heads, 33-gallon or larger trash bags, leashes, toys, gauze, latex gloves, distilled water, OneTouch test strips, office supplies and Nylar bones. More items to donate can be found on WARL’s website.
WORCESTER COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL
484 Main St., #200, Worcester 508-754-1176 Worcester Community Action Council’s (WCAC) started in 1965 under President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty and today, helps people move to economic self-sufficiency through programs, partnerships, and advocacy. It is the federally designated “community action agency” for Central MA serving the City of Worcester and 43 surrounding towns through 18 emergency and social service programs. WHAT TO GIVE: Hats, gloves, socks, sweatshirts, or sweatpants for youth ages 16-24, as well as gift cards (fast food or discount stores) and bus passes.
WORCESTER COMPREHENSIVE EDUCATION AND CARE INC.
106 Tacoma St., Worcester 508-852-3792 • worcestercomprehensive.org Worcester Comprehensive Education and Care (WCEC) provides nurturing and stimulating child care that is responsive to the entire family, by offering programs and opportunities to those most in need. WHAT TO GIVE: Diapers, baby wipes, new children’s underclothing (toddler and preschool), new children’s clothes (toddler through age 13), children’s winter clothing (mittens, hats, boots, snow suits, etc.), art supplies (glue, buttons, fabric, stickers, tissue paper, yarn, felt, paper, etc.), children’s
computer software, new children’s books and gift cards for families (grocery stores, Walmart or movie theatres).
WORCESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS “COATS FOR KIDS” PROGRAM
210 Park Ave., Suite 224, Worcester 508-799-3479 • vecchio@worc.k12.ma.us • worcesterschools.org The Worcester Public Schools Coats for Kids Program provides new winter outerwear to children in need throughout the district, including 48 schools, the Worcester Head Start Program, the Worcester Family Partnership Program and several area homeless shelters. By fostering comfort and confidence in students, it is hoped that attendance and participation in school will increase. WHAT TO GIVE: Donate new winter wear (jackets, hats and mittens) or donate gift cards. Make a monetary donation by making checks payable/ mailing to: Worcester Educational Development Foundation, Inc., Attn: 2016 WPS Coats for Kids Program, 210 Park Ave., Suite 224, Worcester, MA 01609
WORCESTER COUNTY FOOD BANK
474 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury Worcester County Food Bank (WCFB) is the region’s leading anti-hunger organization distributing over 5 million pounds of donated food and grocery product in partnership with food donors, financial supporters and volunteers. WCFB’s mission is to engage, educate, and lead Worcester County in creating a hunger-free community. WHAT TO GIVE: Cereal, oatmeal, rice, beans, chili, canned pasta, canned fruits, ethnic foods (Hispanic, Indian, Asian, kosher, etc.), canned tuna, lowsodium vegetables and healthy snacks (granola bars, nuts, dried fruits, etc.) Financial donations gift cards to local supermarkets are also accepted. For every $1 WCFB receives, it can distribute $5 worth of food. Visit foodbank.org for more information.
Y.O.U. INC.
81 Plantation St., Worcester
508-849-5600 • youinc@youinc.org • youinc.org Youth Opportunities Upheld (Y.O.U.) Inc. is a private, nonprofit child welfare and behavioral health organization serving at-risk children, adolescents and families in the Worcester county area since 1971. WHAT TO GIVE: Give online by credit card via the secure donation form. Give by phone with credit card by calling (508) 849-5600, ext. 286. Send a check payable to: Y.O.U. Inc. Developmental Department, 81 Plantation St., Worcester, MA 01604. Become a member of one of Y.O.U. Inc.’s giving clubs by donating anywhere from $1 to $25,000 or more.
YMCA OF CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS
766 Main St., Worcester 508-755-6101 • ymcaofcm.org The YMCA of Central Massachusetts is a cause-driven organization for youth development, for healthy living and social responsibility. WHAT TO GIVE: Food supplies
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Dazzling crowds since 1984, Cirque Du Soleil creates unique theatrical productions. With their newest show, Crystal, the group brings an entirely new type of experience to Worcester’s DCU Center, 50 Foster PHOTO SUBMITTED St., ThursdaySunday, Dec. 7-10. This time, the high-flying entertainment hits the ice.
Julie Desmarais has worked with Cirque Du Soleil for seven years and the company spokesperson is well-suited for the current ice-centric production that hits the East Coast as the cold seasons begins, saying, “I like the cold, I think it’s probably my favorite season.” “Cirque Du Soleil is very special, it’s very unique,” said Desmarais. “It’s been seven years and I’ve visited more than 40 countries. It’s a big privilege to meet new people on a constant basis and work with incredible, talented, members of the tour. I feel very privileged.” Combining Cirque Du Soleil’s expectation-shattering production with acrobatics and ice skating, the show follows its namesake, Crystal, on a voyage of self-discovery. Falling through an icy pond while skating, she discovers a surreal world. “Crystal is a person that feels misunderstood,” said Desmarais. “One night, she ventures out onto an icy pond and breaks through the ice. From there, she takes us to this world and discovers new possibilities.” “It’s our first ice experience,” she continued. “The idea was in the back of their heads for many years and it was something they were looking into. The opportunity arose a little over a year ago. It’s Cirque Du Soleil’s 42nd performance. There was a lot of intake and seeing how we can incorporate the ice.
We formed a creation team that started working on the idea. We conducted several workshops to see what we could bring on the ice while keeping safety in mind and what Cirque is known for.” Crystal’s creation team is diverse and in addition to the executive directing team of Yasmine Khalil and Daniel Fortin, there are the set, lighting, prop and
costume design teams you may expect. However, this time around they also include skating performance designer Benjamin Agosto and synchronized skating designer Marilyn Langlois. Creating an entirely new experience is a big undertaking, if not one Cirque Du Soleil is singularly capable of achieving. “There are a lot of experts. We worked with various experts in their fields,” said Desmara-
is. “There are 21 different designers and seven different coaches. There is a lot of different, new technology. Ice brings a new surface. It has reflectivity. We brought a series of projections on the ice as part of the story line. Our audience changes environments without changing space.” To that end, the
creative team found new ways to pull the audience into the experience. Main character Crystal brings the audience to a new world and the set design has to reflect that. “The idea was to recreate the surreal world she takes us to,” said Desmarais. “There are a lot of interesting shapes and volumes. It’s quite colorful. The Crystal character is in light and the reflection is a little darker – same costume, but everything is reversed.”
There are 40 artists and 17 skaters involved in the production, according to Desmarais. Safety, she said, is the team’s number one concern and to facilitate a safe production, a number of new pieces of technology had to be developed. “Safety is our number one priority,” she said. “There is some skating and some acrobatics with specific shoes. We developed shoes that had a combination of crampons and spikes. It allows them to stay grounded. It allows acrobats to run on the ice and do tumbling and handstands very safely. There is a lot of training involved in what the artists do. It also brings new opportunities for costumes and lighting. Our costumes are waterproof.” Beyond the new experience and technology, the most important part of the production is what the audience takes home with them when the curtains close over the DCU Center ice. When asked about the takeaway of the show, Desmarais said, “I think, ‘magic.’ We take you on a journey for two hours and where you go to different scenes. I think everyone can see themselves in the character at some point, but also the experience and Cirque Du Soleil touch. I think we wanted to surprise our audiences with something new and bring a new feel.” Cirque Du Soleil brings its on-ice production, Crystal, to the DCU Center, 50 Foster St., Thursday-Sunday, Dec. 7-10. Thursday, Friday and Saturday feature 7:30 p.m. show times, with a 3:30 p.m. showing on Saturday and 1 and 5 p.m. Showtimes on Sunday. For more information on Cirque Du Soleil’s Crystal, as well as additional information on the theatrical production company including show times and video previews of upcoming events, head to cirquedusoleil.com.
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CHRISTMAS IS ON THE SCHEDULE: … and I’m not
entirely sure if there will be another Lyford Files before it arrives. I’m currently slated for a Dec. 21 column, but FACEBOOK.COM you never know what could happen. I’m a team player, so I don’t mind pushing my self-indulgent “entertainment” column for other content when the need arises. Worcester has already gotten into the holiday spirit and props to the city for their Festival of Lights event on the common last weekend. I had a lot of fun It and downtown looked beautiful. was a shame it didn’t get cold enough to skate, but at least it gives me some more time to get mine sharpened before embarrassing myself just a few feet from City Hall. I still think the tree should be real and not plastic, but I digress. Big props to Keytar Bear, who got people grooving while playing the keys in bear gloves (well). Whatever holiday you celebrate, I hope you enjoy your time with family and friends. I, for one, plan on eating as much cheese and drinking as much beer as I can, all while wearing what will presumably be an incredibly stupid looking sweater.
CRYING ON A SATURDAY NIGHT: I’m not entirely sure if I have any “punk cred” left, or if I ever really did at all. For some reason a career of playing keyboard in a pop band and wearing dress shirts at press events doesn’t lend itself entirely well to a particular image set. If there is anything left there (my Cock Sparrer pin fell off my work bag, so there isn’t much proof left, honestly), I am about to toss that out the window, too. How? With this admission: I really, really enjoy the Misfits’ 1999 release, “Famous Monsters.” Like, it’s one of my favorite Misfits albums behind “Static Age” and “Walk Among Us.” If this admission finds you
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IT’S MY BIRTHDAY AND I’LL OVERINDULGE IF I WANT TO: I’m a Sagittarius and
while I never put much stock into horoscopes, I also can’t entirely dismiss the concept as every time someone feels the need to rattle off my determining star traits, they seem relatively accurate. For whatever reason, this seems to happen pretty consistently. With that being said, my 33rd birthday falls this Friday, Dec. 8. This means I have one more year of defining myself as being in my early 30s. What does this mean to you, my faithful reader (hi mom!)? Well, nothing, really. It’s just a gratuitous way to announce it’s my birthday and to shower me with high fives and Busch Lights (or, you know, whatever). I would not complain if a Railers sweater showed up in my mailbox with a “great job!” note. Reporter Joshua Lyford can be reached at 508-749-3166, ext. 325, by realizing that you are about to be 33 years old and you really, really need to schedule a night or two to get a full evening’s sleep before you waste away to nothing, but also finding yourself too immature to do really anything but constantly follow your day-to-day post-work experience whims and hey, whatever, life will be the death of you one day anyway, or by email at Jlyford@worcestermagazine.com. Follow Josh on Twitter @Joshachusetts and on Instagram @Joshualyford.
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Chef/owners Matt Mahoney and Rachel Coit of Kummerspeck are tidying up the deli case at the end of the evening and there’s talk of how a beef-stock-bourbon cocktail might play on their ever changing menu. One year ago, the couple started popping up around the city toting sausages and charcuterie. Over the summer, they opened the doors to their first brick and mortar baby on Water Street. Now they’re zesting cured veal tongue on duck egg
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Mahoney’s passion lies on the butcher block and it is not unusual to arrive at Kummerspeck only to find him wielding a blade in the center of the restaurant. This is, undoubtedly, part of Kummerspeck’s charm, for me at least. As a fullservice butcher shop, customers can expect a show. Coit’s specialty is comfort food: American classics Order the Steak Frites ($24) medium-rare for an and tributes to European excellently seared 8-ounce Painted Hills steak and favorites. This is the sort of place you can take your a pile of fries with horseradish aioli, livened by the grandma as well as your tang of Greek yogurt. sophisticated friends from ghosts of former tenant Tom’s Deli. At Bushwick, with no love loss. present, exposed brick gives way to Christmas Bone marrow, cottage pie, rose veal schnitzel decorations, including a stocking hung - Kummerspeck’s appeal has an off-beat funk that attracts both the “over 58 crowd” and the for each and every member of the staff. Kummerspeck’s avoidance of faux-industrial young urban creatives. design is a gasp of fresh air among the slew The humble dining room still evokes
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Worcester’s own deadhorse hill team was recently invited to cook at the iconic James Beard House in Manhattan. Front row, Deanna Volunteer, Nick Breyare, Robin Clark, Erin Hockey, Rick Enterkin, Jared Forman and Julia Auger. Back row, Nate Sanden, Ryan Guillette, Samantha Berkes, Liam Fisher, Sean Woods and Ellen Benson. hospitality, and to have the opportunity for us to bring that to New York was fantastic.”
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Mother’s Day is nearly half a year away, yet at the movies we seem to have arrived at a mini-golden age of mom more specifically, moms whose fierce love for their daughters is expressed through righteous anger. There is Marion McPherson (Laurie Metcalf) of “Lady Bird,” whose simmering discontent with her daughter’s life decisions has nurtured such an argumentative streak the girl throws herself from a moving vehicle rather than engage in any more mouthto-mouth combat.
Now, in “Three Billboards Outside of Ebbing, Missouri,” we have Mildred Hayes. Her teenage daughter was raped and burned to death, and seven months later the crime remains unsolved. Consumed by rage and grief, Mildred plunks down $5,000 to rent three dilapidated billboards on a lonely stretch of road leading into town accusing the local police chief of inaction on the case. The signs, of course, spark controversy, but for the locals they also become a receptacle for hostilities, fears and sympathies — like the obelisk confounding the apes at the outset of “2001: A Space Odyssey” — resulting in a series of events that are fiery and tragic, funny and dark. The quirky light from the Ebbing constellation pulses under the writing and direction of Martin McDonagh, who’s unsettling sensibilities forged one of the great black comedies, 2008’s “In Bruges.” Mildred (France McDormand), feisty, tough and unrepentantly vengeful, stands at one corner of this small-town universe; at the other is Dixon (Sam Rockwell), a bigoted cop/mama’s boy wired for violence. Between them sits Chief Willoughby (Woody Harrelson, the busiest actor in Hollywood), who tries to
reason with Mildred by revealing a dire personal detail. She remains unmoved. The trajectory of these and the other characters of Ebbing is a thing of gritty beauty driven by an ensemble of fine actors. McDormand delivers a clenched-fist of a performance as Mildred, managing to project a controlled rawness and allowing a peek at the vulnerability percolating behind the hard exterior. I’m not sure it’s possible for McDormand to be any better than she is here — she’s that good. Rockwell, too, is transcendent. His cop, who struts around Ebbing like the streets owe him a favor, evolves from Neanderthal to semihuman only after he’s hit rock bottom. In his own sloppy manner he comes to perceive the tarnish on his behavior — the process occurs much too quickly to be fully believable, but concessions can be made for compressed movie-time. The writing is twisty and colorful, and the plot path ever surprising — the stakes and actions escalate magnificently. McDonagh also does a wonderful job of folding in memorable secondary characters, like Mildred’s abusive ex-husband (John Hawkes) and a local mensch (Peter Dinklage) who suffers through an uncomfortable date with Mildred. They add necessary texture and humanness to elevate the story beyond mere revenge fantasy. “Three Billboards” is not a perfect movie. You could drive a tractor-trailer through the inconsistencies, including Dixon’s public assault of a citizen that surely would have landed him in prison (even Ebbing residents can record on their smart phones), Willoughby’s out-of-left-field marriage to a much-younger, attractive Australian woman, the consequence-free crotch grabs of a couple of high school students and a shaky alibi to a significant crime instantly accepted as truth. I was less bothered by the flaws than I was inspired by the overall achievement. “Three Billboards” is one of the best films of the year. When it comes time to make Academy Award predictions, “Ebbing” will be flowing.
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Crocodile River Music Concert. Crocodile River Music will be performing after our second Community Dinner. There will be a half hour concert followed by a half hour interview of the musicians. All welcome! Free. 6-7 a.m. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 73 Lancaster St. 774-276-1166. Karaoke. 8-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-8531350. DJ Night - Every Thursday. 9 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420. Jazzed Up featuring vocalist/pianist Mauro DePasquale. Worcester’s own Mauro DePasquale will get you Jazzed Up! This week’s destination for cool. No Cover. 6:30-8:30 p.m. GAR Hall, Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St. 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”) 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 Thursdays. PA provided. Free. 7-10 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566. Open Mic Nights. 7-10:30 p.m. Medusa Brewing Company, 111 Main St. Hudson Ma, Hudson. 978-310-1933. Worcester State University’s Fall Mosaic. Free live music performed on the Fuller Theater stage at Worcester State University. Hear a variety of music from classical to jazz to popular tunes, all performed by students studying music in the Visual and Performing Arts Department. Follow us on social media: Facebook /VPAatWorcesterState / WorcesterStateMusic, Twitter and Instagram @WSUVPA, blog WSUVPA. wordpress.com. Get information direct to your mailbox. Sign up for the VPA mailing list: http://bit.ly/2lXZ6s7 Free Admission. 7-9 p.m. Fuller Theater, Shaugnessy Building at Worcester State University, 486 Chanlder St. 508-929-8145 or worcester.edu Goo Goo Dolls. WXLO 104.5 FM Radio ‘XLO’S Acoustic XMAS’ starring Goo Goo Dolls Acoustic Trio with Special Guests The RUA & Jack Vandervelde $45 - $65. 8-11:30 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org Open Mic Night With David Bazin. Acoustic Style, bring your acoustic instrument down and or sing and share your talent! No Cover. 8-11 p.m. Belfont Hotel, 11 South Main St., Millbury. 508-917-8128. Audio Wasabi. 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. HiFi Wards electric blues. Peter Ward, Bob Berry and George Dellomo play the blues and some classic country too! No cover charge. 8:30-10:30 p.m. Dunny’s Tavern, 291 East Main St., East Brookfield. Center Stage Karaoke. Come on down and take center stage. Thursday is Karaoke night at Beatniks. 9PM...No Cover No Cover. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Karaoke. DJ Nancy, of Star Sound Entertainment. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385. Karaoke Party with Matty J! 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Sam James Performs at Loft, Thurs at 9. 9-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Thirsty Thursdays. Worcesters New Weekly Club Night brought to you by Subterra Entertainment When: Thursdays Where: The Cove Music Hall Why: Because you like to Party! All your favortie tunes mixed and remixed! Pop | Dance | House | Remixes | Underground | Vocal $2 Drafts | $3 Beers | $3 Shots | Drink Specials Huge sound & light show! Free Street and Lot Parking all night Hosted By: Massappeal DJ Ray Toreba Spacedrift 9pm - 2am // 21+ // $5 Door Ladies Free Before 10pm No Dress Code $5 at the door- Ladies free until 10pm. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. The Cove Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or thecovemusichall.com
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Troy Gonyea Live at Nick’s! There’s no questioning Troy Gonyea’s blues credentials. The Worcester guitarist and singer-songwriter cut his chops playing with such bands as The Fabulous Thunderbirds, the Muddy Waters’ Band, and local favorites, The Howl. Troy plays Nick’s tonight at 9PM 9-11:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-7534030 or find them on Facebook. DJ Cuzn Kev. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. DJ 21+Canal. Live Dj pushing out all the latest hits for you’re listening and dancing pleasure! (Thursday is college night @ the Canal) N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:45 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-9268353. DJ X Kaliber Performs at Loft at 11. 11-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.
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Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat! Start your weekend with Nat Needle at Nick’s Worcester, 124 Millbury St. No cover charge this and most Fridays. Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat (TFIDN) is an unfettered romp through Nat’s musical imagination backed up by his hefty piano chops and hip vocals! Special guests are welcome to sit in, and often do! Help me make this the time& place to connect, escape, network, chill, eat, drink, and above all be merry... but if you’re blue, why be alone? 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, Cabaret, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030 or find them on Facebook. 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! 7-10 p.m. Barbers Crossing (North), 175 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8438. John Henry’s Hammer Open Mic. Great venue to perform, try out new material, network and get your performance posted to YouTube if you like. Snacks available for a small donation; bring a date, relax and enjoy Worcester’s best open mic ‘listening’ venue! Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month. (Schedule changes on holidays, etc.) $3/Donation. 7-10:30 p.m. First Unitarian Church, John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse, 90 Main St. 508-757-2708 or find them on Facebook. Ron Jones. Ron Jones has a great country voice and the guitar skills to go with it. Come grab a drink and check out some of the best music around in a very cozy atmosphere. N/A. 7-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, Bar / Lounge, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353 or find them on Facebook. Dale LePage Christmas Show! Come and hear the Christmas classics with Dale LePage and the Manhattans and special guest Jennifer Antkowiak only $10 $10. 7:30-9 p.m. GAR Hall, Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St. The Drowning Girls. December 1,2, 8 & 9 at 7:30 & December 3 at 2:00 PM Bessie, Alice and Margaret have two things in common: they are married to George Joseph Smith and they are dead. Surfacing from the bathtubs they were drowned in, the three breathless brides gather evidence against their womanizing murderous husband. Tickets: $15, $13 for seniors and high school students with ID Reservations: 508-8751463 or ShadwEagle@gmail.com Credit cards: EventsNearHere.com/ TheDrowningGirls Produced by Special Arrangement with Playwrights Guild of Canada. : $15, $13 for seniors and high school students with ID. 7:30-9 p.m. Alternatives Unlimited, Inc. & Whitin Mill Complex, 50 Douglas Road, Whitinsville. 508-234-6232 or alternativesnet.org Zack Slik. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Happy Jack’s, 785 North Main St., Leominster. 978-466-3433. Amanda Cote. 8-11:30 p.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Boston Pops 2017 Holiday Pops Tour. Join the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and Conductor Keith Lockhart for their sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. Capturing the magic of the Christmas season and the winter charms of New England, the Boston Pops will perform their signature Sleigh Ride, as well as other Holiday classics, and new arrangements of seasonal favorites. They are joined by the Metropolitan Chorale, known as one of Metro Boston’s premier choral
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Hip Swayers Trio w/ David Niles. Holiday tunes on tap with the Hip Swayers Trio! Free. 8-10:30 p.m. Tavern on the Common, 249 Main St., Rutland. 508-886-4600. Hitchcock Blondes. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The GazBar Sports Grill, 1045 Central St., Leominster. Josh Briggs. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Kevin Shields. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Tavern on Central, 3 Central St., Ashburnham. 978-827-1272. Live Music. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484. Secondhand Smoke-Sublime Tribute at the Cove. Come down and rock out to some killer Sumblime Covers from one of the best around; Secondhand Smoke! FB: facebook.com/ sechandsmoke Web: shsmoke.com Toreba Spacedrift soundcloud.com/toreba 21+ 8pm $10 cover $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. Snow Day, Louder, Louder!, Spo, Brothers and Sisters + Low E. 21 + / Doors open 8pm / Curfew 2am $10 at the door 8:30 - 9:15 Sisters and Brothers 9:30 - 10:05 Low E 10:20 - 10:55 Louder, Louder! 11:10 - 11:45 Snow Day 12:00 - 1:00 Spo “Spo has elements of rock, punk and even rap but brings it to life with energy & heart. Hailing from Boston the quartet makes a bold blend of rock that hints upon the past, but lives in the right now.” sporules.
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bandcamp.com/ $10. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629 or find them on Facebook. Every Friday Karaoke. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Wong Dynasty and Yankee Grill, 176 Reservoir St., Holden. 508-829-2188. Karaoke. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Foodworks, Route 20. 508-752-0938. Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Auntie Trainwreck. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Cara Brindisi Live in the Cabaret. Cara Brindisi has been performing as a solo guitarist and singer since 2010 after completing her studies at Berklee College of Music. Originally from Central Mass, Cara has expanded her musical ventures throughout New England while also staying close to home within the Worcester, MA music scene. Cara received the award for Best Solo Acoustic Act for the 2014 Worcester Music Awards, the same year she released her first EP Album, “Until Tomorrow”. Over the last two years, Cara has performed at various venues such as The Hampton Beach Ballroom Casino in Hampton, NH (opener for Chris Isaak as well as Tower of Power), Asylum in Portland, ME, Johnny Appleseed Festival in Leominster, MA, and the Newport Yacht Club in RI. Cara continues to record and perform locally in Central Mass and is working on her first full-length album with Engineer and Producer, Michael Harmon of Wachusett Recording Co. 9-11:59 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030 or find them on Facebook. Element 78 Trio. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. Every Friday - Original Rock Bands. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-439-9314. Guest and House DJ’S. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. MB Lounge, 40 Grafton St. 508-799-4521 or mblounge.com Hit the Bus. 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. Karaoke Fridays at Three G’s Sportsbar. Join Magic Mike Entertainment every Friday night for Karaoke! Free! 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Three G’s Sports Bar, 152 Millbury St. magicmikeentertainment.com Karaoke with DJ Bruce. Free. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Meiji Asian Cuisine, 24 Leicester St., North Oxford. 508-731-0120. Tequila Bonfire Live at JJ’s. 9 p.m.-midnight JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420. Blue Honey. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Lavender Restaurant Karaoke. Join Magic Mike Entertainment DJ’s for Karaoke Night every Friday & Saturday Night! Free. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Lavender Restaurant, 519 Boston Post Road, Sudbury. magicmikeentertainment.com DJ Tec Threat (upstairs). 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. DJ’s. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Compass Tavern, 90 Harding St. 508-304-6044. DJ 21+Canal. Live Dj pushing out all the latest hits for you’re listening and dancing pleasure! (Thursday is college night @ the Canal ) N/A. 10:30 p.m.-1:45 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. DJ Joe T Performs at Loft at 11. 11-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Safe House Radio Show. This is a live radio broadcast with 2 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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Sip & Stitch Saturdays. Every Saturday at 1PM. Most every Saturday afternoon Creatives come together at Nick’s armed with knitting bags and sewing needles. Come with an existing project or start a new one. Meet like-minded people, knit/sew/crochet, share food and drinks made by Jeff at the Bar and have fun! Come as you are, Come as you will. Drop in, drop out. Free! 1-5 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030 or find them on Facebook. Pitch and Sip, cards and drinks, Saturdays at Nick’s. Like card games? Come play Pitch, Here’s how. wikihow.com/Play-Pitch High, Low, Jack, Game, play to 11. Not a league, just an ongoing Saturday pick up game. Free. 2-5 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508753-4030 or find them on Facebook. Open Mic! Come join our weekly open mic night! Hosted by Stephen Wright. All family friendly performers welcome. Show up and add your name to the list. Look forward to having you! 6:30-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800 or nucafe.com Dana Lewis Live! Every Saturday night. Live, acoustic music, Family food, Full Bar, Lottery and Me! Playing the Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s. “The Sound Track of your Youth” No Cover. Be there! Free! 7-10 p.m. Nancy’s Quaker Tavern, 466 Quaker Hgwy (Route146a), Uxbridge. 508-779-0901
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Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Dimebag Darrell Memorial Show with Trendkill and More! Trendkill-Pantera Tribute will honor the life for Dimebag Darrell at the Cove! $10 at the door 21+ Doors at 8pm $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. DJ Ritchie. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The Monument Tap, Leominster. 978-7981242. Dustin Brideau. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. The GazBar Sports Grill, 1045 Central St., Leominster. Goldrush. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. South Side Grille & Margarita Factory, 242 West Broadway, Gardner. 978-632-1057. Hip Swayers & Thee Sonomatics Holiday Dble Header! Good Rocking with Thee Sonomatics and The Hip Swayers Swappin Sets all evening! Free. 8 p.m.-midnight Hotel Vernon - The Ship Room/Kelley Square Yacht Club, 1 Millbury St. Jay Graham. 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. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484. Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops Concert. This concert will be conducted by Jorge Soto, with soloists Jane Shivick, Elisabeth Gondek, Sarah Callinan, Richard Monroe, Michael Calmes, and Ron Williams. The pianist will be Mackenzie Melemed. The choruses, conducted by Josh Rohde, will be from Anna Maria College, Assumption College, Clark University, Worcester State University, and WPI. Works will include Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy as well as music by Leroy Anderson, Handel, Strauss, and Tchaikovsky. $39 for balcony seating (floor table seating is sold out.). 8-10 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-754-1234 or masymphony.org Sam James. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Shaggers’ holiday bash at the Black Sheep. The legendary
Walter Crockett returns to the Shaggers’ lineup. Special guests too. 8-11 p.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484. Tim & Lou. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Tavern on Central, 3 Central St., Ashburnham. 978-827-1272. Doctor Robert. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Rye & Thyme, 14 Monument Square, Leominster. 978-534-5900. Live Music. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Playbull Mansion. Playboy Mansion Fantasy Party Imagine traveling back in time to the ‘60s and stepping into a swinging party at the Playboy Mansion, hosted by the suavest of hosts: Hugh Hefner. Well, you can come pretty close to that experience as Worcester’s Bull Mansion transforms into the Playbull Mansion for this fun night complete with celebrity impersonators (who doesn’t want to party with Marilyn Monroe!). So throw on your silk robe, smoking jacket, mod gear or chic cocktail attire and come out to enjoy classic burlesque performances, live ‘60s bands (including an early Beatles tribute), plus a Playboy-themed photo booth and, of course, bunnies! Celebrity Impersonators ready to mingle By the Queens of Worcester! Also featuring Niki Luparelli as Marilyn Monroe Classic and 1960s Burlesque Performances by Divine Filth Malice in Wonderland Mx Macabre Beau Blush Emerald Eden Landis Darling Playboy themed photobooth by Captured Exposure Dress code: Pajamas and Bathrobes, Bunnies, Swinging 60s, Austin Powers, dressy cocktail 18+ to Enter, 21+ to Drink $20 Advanced $25 at the Door $50 VIP Tickets: Includes early admission at 7pm. VIP Hour 7:30-8:30pm includes glass of champagne, appetizers, music by Jazzed Up, and all night access to private VIP Room $20-$50. 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. GAR Hall, Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St. eventbrite.com This Christmas at Nick’s w/ Giuliano. Giuliano D’Orazio from Hot Letter returns to Nick’s and will be performing Holiday songs, popular cover songs as well as his amazing originals. His warm and full vocals, along with his amazing guitar and harmonica skills make him one of the top performing artists in the Worcester area. Free. 8:30-11:59 p.m. Nick’s
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Bull-Grass Brunch. Join us every Sunday Morning and Afternoon for the best in Brunch and Bluegrass. Featuring a rotating cavalcade of Central MA and New England’s finest pickers and pluckers playing classic and contemporary Bluegrass. Check out the Facebook event page to see who’s coming up in the next few months! Enjoy one of our Ultimate Bloody Mary’s and take in a fantastic show all in our beautiful historic downtown location. Free W/ Brunch. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bistro, Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St. 508-755-6070 or find them on Facebook. Holiday Concert. Salisbury Singers will usher in the holidays with their annual Holidays at WAM concert. Free with museum admission. 2-4 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406. Holidays at WAM: Salisbury Singers. Salisbury Singers is a mixed chorus of selected volunteers under the dynamic leadership of Music Director Michelle Graveline. Their special Holidays at WAM concert is always a popular event at the Museum. salisburysingers.org Free with museum admission. 2-3 p.m. Worcester Art Museum, Renaissance Court, 55 Salisbury St. 508-799-4406. This Shining Night. (Snow date Saturday, December 16) Joyful Noise, a new Worcester-area choir, presents this seasonal concert of choral music including work by Moren Lauridsen, Eric Whitacre and John Rutter, and several work by local composers, including Jim Scott and Paul Gallagher. Appropriate for all ages. Tickets: $10 $10. 2-4 p.m. Alternatives Unlimited, Inc. & Whitin Mill Complex, 60, 50 Douglas Road, Whitinsville. 508-494-2522 or alternativesnet.org Fellowship of the King/Elvis Tribute. Founded in 2014, The Fellowship of The King performs career-spanning music of Elvis Presley with skill, respect, passion, love and above all, authenticity. The favorites you love, the hits you know, and rare gems that are sure to impress are all on display. The music of “The King” is alive and well and the Fellowship carries on the legacy of Elvis’ unrivaled artistry. See Elvis done right! No parody, and no nonsense. From the 50’s to the 70’s, you’ll hear the music of “The King” as well as his covers from other artists like The Beatles, Righteous Brothers, Three Dog Night, Neil Diamond, CCR, Ray Charles, and many others! The Fellowship performs a 45+ song lineup that plays like an anthology! Featuring: Heartbreak Hotel, Jailhouse Rock, All Shook Up, Hound Dog, Suspicious Minds, Burning Love, Something, In The Ghetto, Hurt, Viva Las Vegas, Unchained Melody, and so many more! 3-6 p.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385. Shamrock Whiskey. 4-8 p.m. B-Man’s 140 Tavern, 348 Redemption Rock Trail, Sterling. 978-422-9763. Advent Service of Lessons and Carols. The Chancel Choir at the First Baptist Church sings the 79th Annual Service of Lessons and Carols, a collection of advent readings interspersed with traditional and contemporary musical counterparts. Collection taken for charity. Free. 5-6 p.m. First Baptist Church of Worcester, 111 Park Ave. 508-755-6143 or fbc-worc.org Lessons and Carols. Free. Donations accepted to support music and the arts in Worcester. 5-7 p.m. First Baptist Church of Worcester, Sanctuary, 111 Park Ave. 508-755-6143. 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 @ Park Grill & Spirits. 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 paidperformers * 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. Park Grill and Spirits, 257 Park Ave. Dokken with Bad Marriage. 7-11:30 p.m. Palladium, The, 261 Main St. 508-797-9696.
The Independents, The McGunks, The Pathetics, After the Blackout. $13 Adv/$18 DOS 21+ 7pm Ticket link: showclix. com/event/the-independents $13 advance/$18 door. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. The Cove Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or find them on Facebook. Dezi Garcia. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035. John Brazile. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. 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. 978345-5051. Karaoke with DJ Soup. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St.
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Industry Night With Keith. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. MB Lounge, 40 Grafton St. 508-799-4521. Hops & Harmony at the Hall. Guest Artist: Blue Light Bandits Theme: Holiday Hoobie-Whatie? Song of the Night: To be announced ‘Tis the Season to Rock the Ugly Sweater Worcester Public Schools Coats for Kids The Worcester Public Schools Coats for Kids Program provides NEW winter outer wear to children in need throughout the district which includes 48 schools, the Worcester Head Start Program, the Worcester Family Partnership Program and several area homeless shelters. Over 3,000 winter jackets, hats and mittens are distributed to infants through high school students annually. In addition, winter outerwear is provided to the Parent Information Center for families arriving from other countries and registering in the Worcester Public Schools. Shop for a new winter outerwear and deliver your tax-deductible purchase to Mechanics Hall at December’s Hops & Harmony (or any Monday - Friday 9a.m.-5p.m.)! Make a monetary donation to WEDF and mail to: Worcester Educational Development Foundation, Inc. Attn: 2017-2018 WPS Coats for Kids Program 210 Park Avenue, Suite 224, Worcester, MA 01609 Your support is greatly appreciated! $10. 6-8 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org Blue Mondays - Live Blues. 7-11 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Winter Concert: Choral Kaleidoscope. The Fitchburg State University choirs will be joined by local high school vocal ensembles for the free performance Choral Kaleidoscope. The concert will include the Fitchburg State Concert Choir and Chamber Choir under the direction of Professor Jonathan Harvey. The university groups will be joined by the Fitchburg High School Concert Choir, the Gardner High School Select Choir, the Narragansett Regional High School Concert Chorus, and the university’s a cappella group Harmonic Velocity. Free. 7-9 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Weston Auditorium, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. Trivia Night at Nicks! Hosted by Liz. Hey! You! You there! Haven’t you heard? The second Monday of the month is the best Monday of the month! Join us once again for trivia night at Nick’s! There will be questions! And answers! And libations! And merriment! But mostly questions and answers and libations! The first place team wins a prize and the subsequent teams get the satisfaction of being in the presence of a person (or persons) who reign supreme. Only once a month! Come one, come all! 8-11 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-7534030 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.
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$1000 Singer/Songwriter Contest. 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. 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”) To check the schedules and open slots visit Facebook. Any slot marked as “open” usually is! Free! 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W
Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or find them on Facebook. The Insincere Gentlemen. Like Mad Men? You’ll dig this Jazz / Avant Garde trio. Playing 50’s/60’s music. Free. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030 or find them on Facebook. Boogie Chillin’. Bluesy, bluegrassy, acoustic band with a twist. Jon Bonner - Guitar & Vocals Fernando Perez - Percussion Zack Slik Mandolin & Vocals Dan Villani - Violin/fiddle Rose Villani - Bass Free! 9 p.m.-midnight Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439 or find them on Facebook. Karaoke. DJ Nancy, of Star Sound Entertainment. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-798-8385. Karaoke with DJ Bruce. Free. 9 p.m.-midnight Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice, 268 Chandler St., Worcester, MA. Karaoke Tuesdays at 9:30. 9:30-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177.
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The Motown Jukebox. Join “Motown Tom” Ingrassia--Worcester’s very own Agent Double-O Soul--every Wednesday morning from 9 am to noon for The Motown Jukebox on WCUW 91.3FM for 3 hours of Motown music and the stories behind the hits. “Motown Tom” is a Motown historian and author. His current book--Reflections Of A Love Supreme: Motown Through The Eyes Of Fans was named the Best Music Book of 2016 by the National Indie Excellence Awards. “Motown Tom” has twice been named Best Radio Personality in local media polls. WCUW streams live online at wcuw.org. 9 a.m.-noon WCUW 91.3 FM - Worcester’s Community Radio Station, 910 Main St. 508-753-1012 or wcuw.org Cara Brindisi Christmas Show. 6-9 p.m. Padavano’s Place, 358 Shrewsbury St. 774-823-3022. Open Mic Wednesdays at CJ’s Steak Loft in Northborough. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook. Bill McCarthy (originator of the “Half-Hour Sets!”) is your host at another great Open Mic Night! Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it at: openmcc@verizon.net (make sure you put “open mic” in the email’s “subject box”) 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. Jazzed Up featuring vocalist/pianist Mauro DePasquale. Worcester’s own Mauro DePasquale has become an institution at Bull Mansion and his duo will get you Jazzed Up! This week’s destination for cool. No Cover. 6:30-8:30 p.m. GAR Hall, Bull Mansion, 55 Pearl St. Local Musicians’ Night. There’s a lot of underground music happening in Worcester, and now it’s coming to a library near you! Each night, two local bands play, and no cover charge! All ages are welcome. December 13 - Instar and Fist Inc. January 17 - Mitchell & Spear and Leah Raczynski February 28 - Abdul Sherzai and Privacy Papers free. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Saxe Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3. Brett Brumby. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Quinn’s Irish Pub, 715 West Boylston St. 508-459-2025. Music Bingo Wednesdays Starting at 8. 8-11:59 p.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177. Open Mic. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. The Raven, 258 Pleasant St. 508-304-8133. Wednesday Night Mayhem. The last bastion of democracy: an open, live-writing competition in character, where the audience dances, throws things, and votes for the winner! facebook.com/ wednesdaynightmayhem $5. 8 p.m.-midnight Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or find them on Facebook. Karaoke. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Club KasBar, 234 Southwest Cutoff. 508-7988385. Karaoke. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Partner’s Pub, 970 South St., Fitchburg. 978345-5051. Karaoke with DJ Soup. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Whiskey on Water, 97 Water St. Karaoke with Mikey Mic’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. MB Lounge, 40 Grafton St. 508-799-4521. What’s that tune Trivia. 9 p.m.-midnight The Pint, 58 Shrewsbury St.
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Sogetsu Ikebana. Instructor: Kaye Vosburgh Explore the secrets of this internationally recognized school of Japanese flower arranging. Some materials included. Member $35, Non-member $50. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.thankyou4caring.org Shop Orientation with George Abdella. Shop Orientation will cover the following: The key card system A thorough tour of the entire WorcShop, including where each of the three bathrooms is, where important staff offices are, where to find the first aid kit and cleaning supplies, where and what each of the common areas is and what they can be used for Proper safety gear and where to find it Each designated area and where/how to turn on/off the power How to safely turn on/off the machines on the floor, including (but not limited to) the Metalmeizer, MIG & TIG welders, the paint booth, and angle grinders Where the tools, consumables for member usage, and scrap box all are A once over on the general rules, etc Though this class is geared towards Members, NonMembers are welcome to take the class as well. If you decide to become a full-time member after the class, you will receive $20 off of your first month! Please provide us with both a contact number & email to ensure you are properly notified of course changes. Class Requirements: Appropriate shop clothing: (natural fiber clothing, long sleeves/ jeans is the typical minimum recommended) closed toe shoes (leather steel toe boots recommended). No experience necessary. How to find us! Turn in at the Blue Hive parking lot (233 Stafford St.) drive to the back of the lot and turn right to go behind the building. There will be a large garage door. The entrance to the WorcShop is the door on the right with the blue awning. $20 WorcShop Members / $40 Non-Members. 6-9 p.m. The WorcShop, 243 Stafford St. 774-545-0720 or eventbrite.com
>Friday 8
Glassblowing Apothecary Jars. Get a taste of the ancient art of 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 apothecary jar 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 a bubble to shaping their own apothecary jar. Educators will then demonstrate the process of making a matching glass lid. 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
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Stackable Rings. Spend the day learning the basics of sizing, measuring, cutting, soldering and forming sterling silver to create your own set of stackable rings. Students will learn to file, roll print and hammer textures into their rings, as well as set a stone. Students should expect to leave this workshop with at least 3 finished rings that can be worn together on one finger. A $40 materials fee paid at registration includes everything you’ll need for the class. Beginners welcome! Bring your lunch! Fee Breakdown: Student Fee: $92 Studio Fee: $10 Materials Fee: $40 $142. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Worcester Center for Crafts, Metals Studio, 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183, ext. 301 or register. worcestercraftcenter.org Make Your Own Marbles (ages 10-17). In this second of our youth Holiday Workshop Series, enter into the flame shop and learn to use the power of flame to melt, bend, and shape glass into your own set of playable or decorative marbles! Your creations will need to cool at the shop before going home with you, but you will be contacted as soon as they are ready to be picked up. Please wear your hair up, closed-toe
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Edwin “Ed” Esleeck guided us on a journey of exploration, teaching us the fundamentals of photography as a science and art. Our creativity expanded with each click of the shutter. Encouraged to explore technique shoes, and clothing made of natural fibers for safety. $40. 10 a.m.-noon and composition; the darkroom at the Worcester Art Museum is where New Street Glass Studio, 35B New St. 508-753-8183, ext. 301 or we watched our explorations and adventures in photography develop. register.worcestercraftcenter.org Only the imagination can limit the boundaries of our exploration. Join Breakfast Club. Come in and hear about our favorite books over us and embark on an Exploration. Peter Bagdigian Danold Linda Davis a Dunkin Donuts breakfast! We’ll tell you all about the 2017 MCBADorothy Magadieu Susan Sedgwick Cheryl Wareck Sharron G. Willar nominated books over juice, chocolate milk and doughnuts. The Nicholas Yavarow Opening Reception: Saturday, Dec, 9th, 6-9pm Gallery Massachusetts Children’s Book Award Program encourages children in Hours: Saturday & Sunday, 1-4 pm Closing Reception: Saturday, Dec, the fourth, fifth and sixth grades to read great books. It also gives children 30th, 6-9 pm Free. 6-9 p.m. Travel Destination sprinklerfactory.com a chance to voice their opinion and choose the book they think deserves to be named the MCBA book of the year. Open to grades 4-6. This series >Sunday 10 Hand Hammered Copper Bowl with Amanda Barker. was made possible by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library. Free. Description: Oh, no! It’s the Holidays! on - Edition: Day 2: December 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tatnuck Magnet Branch - Worcester Public Library, 12-4p Participants will form a copper bowl from sheet to finished product 1083 Pleasant St. 508-799-8329. using a hammer, hand, & tree stump. Different patinas will be discussed Hand Hammered Copper Bowl with Amanda Barker. Oh, no! It’s the Holidays! on - Edition: Day 1: December 9, 12-4p Participants & various methods of annealing & forming will be demonstrated. A will form a copper bowl from sheet to finished product using a hammer, simple clear lacquer to prevent oxidation optional. There is a minimum enrollment of 2 & a max of 6 in order for this class to run. If the class hand, & tree stump. Different patinas will be discussed & various does not meet minimum enrollment 3 days prior it will be canceled. methods of annealing & forming will be demonstrated. A simple clear Students will have the option of transferring their ticket to another class lacquer to prevent oxidation optional. There is a minimum enrollment or receiving a refund. Please provide us with both a contact number & of 2 & a max of 6 in order for this class to run. If the class does not meet minimum enrollment 3 days prior it will be canceled. Students will email to ensure you are properly notified of course changes. How to find have the option of transferring their ticket to another class or receiving a us! Turn in at the Blue Hive parking lot (233 Stafford St.) drive to the back refund. Please provide us with both a contact number & email to ensure of the lot and turn right to go behind the building. There will be a large garage door. The entrance to the WorcShop is the door on the right with you are properly notified of course changes. How to find us! Turn in at the blue awning. $75 WorcShop Members / $90 Non-Members. Noon-4 the Blue Hive parking lot (233 Stafford St.) drive to the back of the lot p.m. The WorcShop, 243 Stafford St. 774-545-0720 or eventbrite.com and turn right to go behind the building. There will be a large garage door. The entrance to the WorcShop is the door on the right with the blue awning. $70 WorcShop Members / $80 Non-members. Noon-4 p.m. The >Monday 11 Healthy Relationship Support Group for the Deaf and WorcShop, 243 Stafford St. 774-545-0720 or eventbrite.com Hard of Hearing Community. YWCA is here for you. Join us in Holiday Nature Crafts Open House. Come to the visitor center conversations around the importance of building healthy relationships to view our tree, decorated with imaginative ornaments handcrafted amongst intimate partnerships, personal empowerment, and advocating from natural materials, and then join us in the Program Room to make for oneself. ASL interpreters provided. Walk-ins welcomed! A your own. Volunteers will guide you through the process of creating collaboration with the Center for Living & Working, Inc.; and Our Deaf several ornaments, or create your own design. Holiday yummies and Survivors Center. 3:30-5 p.m. YWCA of Central Massachusetts, 2nd Floor music provided. Drop in anytime between 1:00 and 4:00 pm for some Board Room, 1 Salem Square. 508-767-2505 or find them on Facebook. fun! Storm Date will be December 10. For more information call 508753-6087. $4 for Adult Members, $2 for Child Members / $5 for Adult >Tuesday 12 Nonmembers, $3 for Child Nonmembers. 1-4 p.m. Mass Audubon: Crocheting 101 with Haley Berube. In this fun two-hour class Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 with Haley, you will learn the basics of crochet. You will learn casting-on, Massasoit Road. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org different types of stitches, making hats, scarves, and virtually anything From Psychic to Soul-author event with Diane Lewis. you’d like to create. Minimum Enrollment: 2 / Maximum Enrollment: Discover the psychic within! Do you know that there’s more to this physical universe than meets the eye? Psychic ability is not for a chosen 10 If the class does not reach minimum enrollment 3 days prior, it will be canceled. Students will have the option of transferring their ticket to few but for those willing to expand and move beyond the confines of another class or receiving a refund. Please provide us with both a contact their world. Come be enlightened about the mysteries that surround not number & email to ensure you are properly notified of course changes. only your psychic ability but also your soul. As a special bonus, Diane No experience necessary. How to find us! Turn in at the Blue Hive parking will connect with one lucky guest to convey messages from a loved one lot (233 Stafford St.) drive to the back of the lot and turn right to go in spirit. Free, books available for purchase. 2-3:30 p.m. Booklovers’ behind the building. There will be a large garage door. The entrance to the Gourmet, 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232. WorcShop is the door on the right with the blue awning. $20 WorcShop >Saturday 9 – February 24 Members / $25 Non-Members. 6-8 p.m. The WorcShop, 243 Stafford St. Zumba. Zumba classes are for ages 12 and older. Wearing work-out 774-545-0720 or eventbrite.com clothes and sneakers is recommended. And remember to bring water! Free Information Session - Mindfulness-Based Stress Zumba is an hour-long, high energy, calorie-burning fitness class Reduction (MBSR) Program. Mindfulness-Based Stress that uses pop and Latin music to create a dance-party atmosphere. Reduction Program with Kris Picard - January 2018 Free Info Session Low-intensity and high-intensity moves are easy to follow for all level Tuesday, December 12th, 6:00 - 7:00 pm The Mindfulness-Based Stress participants who can set their own pace. It is an effective and fun cardio Reduction (MBSR) program is a course that teaches individuals how to workout that melts fat, strengthens core, and improves flexibility. Alina integrate mindfulness into their daily lives. Through experiential learning Khaspekov is a certified Zumba instructor with over 3 years experience and reflection, participants gain a greater understanding of the innate teaching Zumba and Zumba Tone classes. She loves music, dancing, and resources they possess and learn to access these resources for increased seeing smiling faces after each class! Register online at mywpl.org or resilience and enhanced well-being. MBSR programs have been heavily call 508-799-1655x3 Sponsored by the Friends of the Worcester Public researched in recent decades with studies revealing various benefits such Library free. 10-11 a.m. Worcester Public Library, Banx Room, 3 Salem as improved immune function and cardiovascular health; reductions in Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3. stress, depression, and anxiety; enriched relationships; and enhanced awareness, concentration, and focus. 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feeling, and behavior; as well as brief educational sessions and opportunities for discussion. Cost: $500.00 January 2018 Program Info free. 6-7 p.m. Central Mass Yoga and Wellness, #28, 45 Sterling St., West Boylston. 508-835-1176 or centralmassyoga.com Intro to MIG Welding with Randal Gardner. MIG welding is one of the most common and useful welding techniques in use today. It is fairly easy to learn and has wide application for every-day repair and fabrication. In this class you will learn: Equipment setup and safety. Basics of GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) Use of personal protective equipment associated with welding. Part preparation. Welding techniques for various positions (flat, vertical, horizontal, overhead). Weld bead inspection and analysis. Limit 4 students Minimum enrollment 2 students. If your class does not reach minimum enrollment by 2 pm on the date it is set for, your class will be canceled. Class Requirements: Appropriate shop clothing: (natural fiber clothing, long sleeves/ jeans is the typical minimum recommended) closed toe shoes (leather steel toe boots recommended). No experience necessary. How to find us! Turn in at the Blue Hive parking lot (233 Stafford St.) drive to the back of the lot and turn right to go behind the building. There will be a large garage door. The entrance to the WorcShop is the door on the right with the blue awning. $45 WorcShop Members / $60 Non-Members. 7-9 p.m. The WorcShop, 243 Stafford St. 774-545-0720 or eventbrite.com
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Author Series: David Dalin. Jewish Justices of the Supreme Court examines the lives, legal careers, and legacies of the eight Jews who have served or who currently serve as justices of the U.S. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis, Benjamin Cardozo, Felix Frankfurter, Arthur Goldberg, Abe Fortas, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen G. Breyer, and Elena Kagan. David Dalin discusses the relationship that these Jewish justices have had with the presidents who appointed them, and given the judges’ Jewish background, investigates the antisemitism some of the justices encountered in their ascent within the legal profession before their appointment, as well as the role that antisemitism played in the attendant political debates and Senate confirmation battles. Other topics and themes include the changing role of Jews within the American legal profession and the views and judicial opinions of each of the justices on freedom of speech, freedom of religion, the death penalty, the right to privacy, gender equality, and the rights of criminal defendants, among other issues. This event is a part of the Worcester JCC Author series. The series is free and open to the public. Monthly literary events featuring an eclectic line up of both emerging and prominent authors. Book signing and dessert reception follow lecture. For details, please contact Nancy Greenberg at ngreenberg@worcesterjcc.org or at (508) 756-7109 x232. 7-8 p.m. Worcester JCC, 633 Salisbury St. 508-756-7109, ext. 232 or worcesterjcc.org
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WISE Spring Sessions Registration. Registration begins December 7 for WISE Spring sessions C and D. Half year membership ($150) must be paid prior to registration. Course catalog available at www.assumptionwise.org or call 508-767-7513. Email: wise@ assumption.edu for more information. Half Year Membership $150. Assumption College: La Maison Francaise, 500 Salisbury St. 508-7677513 or assumptionwise.org
>Saturday 9
Islam 101. Demystify the world’s second-largest religion and learn about the basics of Islam at this special event with American-born Muslim educator Mona Ives. Mona is the President of Ansaar of Worcester, a non-profit agency providing charity, advocacy, social integration and increased access to refugees in Worcester; an adult and youth instructor; and devotes her time to educating others about Islam and helping to alleviate misconceptions about her faith and community. Free. 2-3:30 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Saxe Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.
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James Welu: Twelfth Night: A Netherlandish Tradition. James A. Welu, Director Emeritus of the Worcester Art Museum, Twelfth Night: A Netherlandish Tradition Twelfth Night, the festive celebration marking the end of the Christmas season, has long been a favorite feast day in the Low Countries. There during the 17th century both Dutch and Flemish painters captured some of the most memorable images of this popular family celebration. This illustrated lecture explores the best of these works to learn about the excitement of the event and some of the age-old themes associated with family life. Free and Open to the Public. 2-3 p.m. Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community: Birches Auditorium, 65 Briarwood Circle. 508-852-9007. Popular Reads Cafe. Join us for spirited discussions of popular fiction and non-fiction books, and find out what’s recently been published by your favorite authors! Local authors will be featured. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library Free and open to all free. 3-4 p.m. Worcester Public Library, Banx Room, 3 Salem Square. 508-799-1655, ext. 3.
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Author Series: Richard Michelson. Richard Michelson’s children’s books have been listed among the 10 Best Books of the Year by The New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and the New Yorker. His many books include Too Young for Yiddish and Busing Brewster (Knopf Books for Young Readers). The Language of Angels: A Story About the Reinvention of Hebrew tells the story of Hebrew’s revival. In 1885, few Jews in Israel used the holy language of their ancestors, and Hebrew was in danger of being lost-until Ben Zion and his father got involved. Through the help of his father and a community of children, Ben modernized the ancient language, creating a lexicon of new, modern words to bring Hebrew back into common usage. Historically influenced dialogue, engaging characters, and colorful art offer a linguistic journey about how language develops and how one person’s perseverance can make a real difference. Influenced by illuminated manuscripts, Karla Gudeon’s illustrations bring Ben Zion and the rebirth of Hebrew to life. This event is a part of the Worcester JCC Author series. The series is free and open to the public. Monthly literary events featuring an eclectic line up of both emerging and prominent authors. Book signing and dessert reception follow lecture. For details, please contact Nancy Greenberg at ngreenberg@worcesterjcc.org or at (508) 756-7109 x232. 7-8 p.m. Worcester JCC, 633 Salisbury St. 508-756-7109, ext. 232 or worcesterjcc.org
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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, 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, “Musical Sketches” by Tim Oliver, Through Dec. 30. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 55 East Main St., Webster. 508-949-6232 or bookloversgourmet.com Clark University: University Gallery, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-5 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 950 Main St. 508-793-7349 or 508-793-7113 or clarku.edu Clark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for gallery. 310 High St., Clinton. 978-549-5822 or 978-365-7772 or aorgallery.com College of the Holy Cross: Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Art Gallery, Rethinking the Afropolitan: Photographs by Héctor Mediavilla and Christopher López, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Dec. 15. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5
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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. 978-5985000 or 978-598-5000 or museumofrussianicons.org Old Sturbridge Village, Cabinet Making in Early 19th Century New England, Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Dec. 31; Make No Little Plans, Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Dec. 31. 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 508-347-3362 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. 508-4852580 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 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
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Dick’s Beantown Comedy Escape at Park Grill & Spirits Clubs Showtimes: Friday 9pm-Saturdays 8pm -$20pp Reservations 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 Dec 8th & 9th Don Zollo EJ Murphy and Friends Fri & Sat Dec 15th & 16th Dan Crohn Emily Ruskoswski and Friends Fri & Sat Dec 22nd & 23rd Peter Costello Dick Doherty and Friends Fri & Sat Dec 29th & 30th Chris Zito and Friends Special Event! Sunday Dec 31st 2 Shows! 7:30pm & 10:30pm Double Headliners $35pp Show Only Includes Champagne Toast (21+) and Favors Corey Rodrigues Dick Doherty and Sarah Martin 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. Auditions for “Sex Please, We’re Sixty” - Sunday, December
10, Monday, December 11. Auditions for “Sex Please, We’re Sixty!” written by Michael Parker and Susan Parker, will be held on Sunday, December 10, at 6:30pm, and on Monday, December 11 at 6:30pm at Elm Street Congregational Church, 61 Elm Street in Southbridge. This comedy will be directed by Lou-Ellen Corkum and produced by Kathi Grenier. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Rehearsals will be held on Sunday and Wednesday nights. Performance dates are February 9, 10, 16, 17 & 18 at the Fellowship Hall of Elm Street Congregational Church. Presented by permission through special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. For more information please contact Lou-Ellen Corkum (774-230-1321) or Kathi Grenier (508-2453596 The six-member cast consists of two men and four women ages 50-70. Call 508-764-4531 or visit Facebook. Our Town - Sunday, December 10 - Tuesday, December 12. The American classic by Thornton Wilder n/a. 7-9 p.m. Calliope Productions Inc, 150 Main St., Boylston. Call 508-869-6887 or visit calliopeproductions.org A Tuna Christmas - Sundays, Sunday, December 10 - Sunday, December 17. Barre Players Theater is proud to present A Tuna Christmas By Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, Ed Howard Originally produced by Charles H. Duggan Directed by: Erik Gladwin Starring: Anthony Masciangioli and Andrew Bigelow Not your average Christmas show! In this hilarious sequel to Greater Tuna, it’s Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas. However, with the Bumiller family in crisis, the lights going out on Joe Bob Lipsey’s production of A Christmas Carol, and the sinister Christmas Phantom on the loose, will anyone’s Christmas truly be merry? Watch as two actors play over twenty characters in this hilarious yet touching story. All seats are cabaret style seating. Produced by Special Arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. $15 each, $50 for a table of 4. 2-4 p.m. Barre Players Theater, 64 Common St., Barre. Call 978-355-2096 or visit barreplayerstheater.com The Baseball Plays: 7th Inning Stretch - Wednesday, December 13. The Mount Players (MWCC Student Performers) present The Baseball Plays: 7th Inning Stretch for 2 performances only on Wednesday, December 13 at 12:30PM and 6:30PM in the MWCC Theatre. Celebrating and exploring themes from America’s favorite pastime, The Baseball Plays: 7th Inning Stretch is a collection of short comedies and dramas performed by MWCC Students. From a couple arguing over the use of steroids (Off Base by Theresa Rebeck) to a marriage dissolved over fantasy baseball (Fantasy League by Lee Blessing), this collection captures the love, frustration, and nostalgia surrounding this beloved sport. Free and open to the public. Free Admission. 12:30-1:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Mount Wachusett Community College: Theatre, 444 Green St., Gardner.
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Holiday Stroll. Enjoy a festive day in Worcester’s vibrant Canal District with our first annual Holiday Stroll. Join us in the neighborhood for a self-guided tour of all your favorite local businesses, which will be offering give-aways, entertainment, libations and more. Kelley Square Tree Lighting at 5 pm. Visit The Canal District on Facebook for more info: facebook.com/TheCanalDistrict/ Free. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Blackstone Canal District, Kelley Square. 508-753-7303. Wizard Yule Market. Join us for a one-of-a-kind wizard-themed holiday shopping experience similar to Diagon Alley! Enjoy dinner at the British Beer Company in Worcester and return for the first-ever Wizard Yule Ball. All ages welcome, proper ID required to enjoy adult beverages. $5-$60. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Higgins Armory Building, 100 Barber Ave. 508-853-6015 or newizardschool.com Canal District Holiday Stroll @ Canal. Stop in after the 5pm tree lighting for a complimentary Hot Cocoa. There will be art, jewelry, and other items to help check off your holiday shopping list. Join the Ugly Sweater contest. Live music fro 7-10 pm and more... N/A. 5-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353 or on Facebook.
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Scholastic Book Fair at the Worcester JCC. Come support us at our Jewish Community Preschool and Toddler Book Fair. Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that provides the books kids want to read. Reading for pleasure inside and outside of school has real and long-lasting benefits. It unlocks the power of information and imagination and helps children discover who they are. Please make plans to come to our Book Fair and be involved in shaping your child’s reading habits. Remember, all purchases benefit our school! If you are unable to attend the event, or if you’re interested in books for other ages, feel free to shop online from 12/6-12/19. For further details, please contact Early Childhood Director Sandy Scola. Free. Worcester JCC, 633 Salisbury St. 508-756-7109, ext. 258 or worcesterjcc.org
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Men’s Ice Hockey Assumption Dec. 7 vs Westfield State, 6:35 p.m. Becker Dec. 9 vs Salve Regina, 7 p.m. Dec. 10 @ Salve Regina, 2:35 p.m. Holy Cross Dec. 9 @ Union, 7 p.m. Nichols Dec. 8 @ Curry, 6:50 p.m. Dec. 9 vs Curry, 4:40 p.m. Worcester State Dec. 8 vs Post, 7 p.m. Dec. 12 @ Stonehill, 7 p.m.
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Two minutes with...
Alexander Maracallo
I recently had the distinct pleasure of joining Worcester Police Officer Alexander Maracallo on an evening ride-along through my own neighborhood. Officer Maracallo has been a Worcester police officer for over a decade, not only ensuring safety on our streets, but also serving as an outstanding role model for our city’s youth. Over the course of four hours, I was struck by Maracallo’s poise and understanding in the face of one delicate situation after another. His communication skills proved crucial at every call, rendering him an indispensable member of our city in my eyes. What is your history with the city of Worcester? I came to the city
of Worcester in 1991 when I was 8 years old from the Bronx, N.Y. I was born in La Vega, Dominican Republic. I have been in the city ever since.
What inspired you to become a police officer? I was inspired to become a police officer because I just love helping people and being around people. I knew right away that I couldn’t have a regular job and that I was meant to give back to the community that gave me so much. I grew up in Main South. I was lucky to have a strong family that kept me out of trouble and was always looking into the future. I also understood that my parents gave everything up in the Dominican Republic to come to the United States of America to better my future. I wanted to repay them by showing them that their sacrifice was not for nothing. Becoming a police officer was the perfect way to help my community and to show them that with hard work you could accomplish anything. In 2006 my dream became a reality, and I soon realized that I was the first Worcester police officer from the Dominican Republic, and today I’m proud to say that more officers from the Dominican Republic are joining the force to better this great city. You seem to have a truly unique aptitude for communicating effectively with people of all ages, cultures and backgrounds. How have you developed this skill over time? Growing up in
the Main South area and going to Burncoat Middle and High School helped my communication skills with all types of different communities. While at Burncoat Middle, I was part of the theater program. At first, I felt out of place being the only Latino in the program, but soon after I made great friends and loved being in the spotlight. Theater helped me get better at speaking the English language. During high school, I joined the Army National Guard. I was deployed to Iraq in 2003, becoming a veteran. When I got back to the United States, I was hired as a youth counselor with Centro Las Americas [now called CENTRO]. I was able to speak and communicate effectively with all kinds of families with different backgrounds and cultures. Being a youth advisor for CENTRO taught me to respect the views of different people with different backgrounds. After CENTRO, I was then hired by Children’s Services of Roxbury, where I was brought on as a peer coordinator for the Speak Out Team. The Speak Out Team was a group of youth who were in and out of foster homes. The team would go to different DCF offices to speak on the
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struggles they went through in different homes. The team would also go and speak with new foster care parents as they went through their training.
Can you describe your favorite part of the job?
My favorite part of the job is just going out there every night and helping people in need, helping keep the community safe – the same community that saw me grow up. Knowing that I could make a difference for a kid that is in the same shoes I was in is why I come to work. I love communicating with the youth and advising them that there is a light at the end of the tunnel and to look at me.
Can you describe your least favorite part of your job? My
least favorite part is not being able to help, seeing the same person throwing their future away. My least favorite part is going into broken homes and explaining to the parents why DCF needs to get involved. My least favorite part is notifying a family member that they lost a loved one.
At the end of your shift, where is your favorite place to grab dinner?
After a long night of work or during my days off, my favorite place to relax and have a great dinner is Meze at 156 Shrewsbury St. Meze is a family-owned Greek restaurant with authentic Greek food. The owner and the staff make you feel that you are part of the family and the atmosphere is great. The customers are also great. — Sarah Connell
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