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Worcester State grad who ‘held my own’ to receive honorary doctorate Walter Bird Jr.

arning one doctorate in your career is quite an accomplishment. So what does it say when you earn two? In Robert Mullin’s case, it says a lot about his commitment to the city where he was born and raised, and to the alma mater that got him started on his way to a career to which he would dedicate a lifetime. To listen to Mullin’s tale is to hear a story of a family that loved Worcester. It is also to listen to a man who seems more interested in talking about his parents and two brothers, one of whom he has outlived, than about himself. He is well aware, of course, that when he returns to Worcester on May 1 it will be about him. Mullin will receive an honorary degree at Worcester State University (WSU) as part of the school’s Academic Achievement Award ceremony. “It’s a great honor,” says Mullin, a 1953 graduate of Worcester State when it was the Teachers College (it was founded in 1874 as the Worcester Normal School). “I’ve been very loyal and generous to Worcester State. Now Worcester State is showing their gratitude, and I think fondness for me. I think it’s wonderful.” A longtime resident of New York, where he still lives in the upper east side at 79th and York Ave., the 84-year-old Mullin is nonetheless, “Worcester through and through,” according to Tom McNamara, vice president of Advancement at WSU.

Mullin says his was the “typical Worcester family.” While his life and career pursuits would take him and his siblings all over the world “to make our mark,” they stayed loyal to Worcester. Their parents were William P. Mullin and Eileen Richford. Bill Mullin was born in Port Chester, NY to parents who came to the US from England. Born in Australia and having lived in Ireland, Richford came to this country in 1915. Robert Mullin’s two brothers were Fr. Raymond Francis Walter Mullin O.B. and William J. Mullin. All three boys and, as Robert Mullin points out, were born in April. The middle brother, who would go on to become a priest at the age of 40, was a champion swimmer at the Boys Club, Robert Mullin says. He earned a scholarship to Syracuse University in 1944 and became a teacher to the blind and deaf, before joining the priesthood. The oldest sibling, William, was drafted into the military out of high school and served in England and France. He attended Becker College on the GI Bill for accounting and remained in Worcester “a couple years” before moving to California, where he was hired by UPS. Robert Mullin graduated Sacred Heart in 1948 and took a year off before going to

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Robert Mullin will receive an honorary degree at Worcester State University this May. college. During that time, he attended Ward Business School at night. “I knew I wanted to go to a four-year college,” Mullin says. He did just that, going to Worcester State

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in 1949 and graduated in 1953. He got a job teaching in Worcester and earned his master’s in 1956 from Worcester State. Mullin taught three years in the Worcester Public Schools system and 10 years overall at public schools. He also taught in ﬁve different different countries while working for three different branches of the military – the Army, Navy and Air Force. He taught at the American Embassy School in Morocco and Denmark, teaching mostly 10- to 13-year-olds. He later became a graduate student at Teachers College, Columbia University, where he earned a doctorate in 1965. By then, he had fallen in love with New York enough to stay there. He ended up getting a job at Queens College “and 30 years later I retired,” Mullin says. Reﬂecting back on his time at Worcester State, Mullin recalls how there was just one main building; it was not the sprawling campus to which he would later return for various reunions. “It was a wonderful place,” he says. “The faculty were wonderful. I know what good teaching is and they were wonderful. They were great at advising and everything else. I feel such a debt of gratitude for the wonderful education I received.” He says Worcester State “has been really on the ball” and “has developed a sense of loyalty and esprit de corps.” He praises McNamara and WSU President

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eading into this year’s running of the Boston Marathon, Dr. Mark Cutler had run the historic race 19 times and finished every single one – until last year. He was approaching mile 23 at Cleveland Circle when police officers started telling the runners they had to get off the course. The first question Cutler asked was why. “He said because there was a bomb at the finish line,” the 66-year-old Worcester resident and psychiatrist recalls. The second question he asked was where exactly the bombs went off. He knew his wife and daughter, Sandy and Michelle, would be waiting for him near the finish line as they had so many other times. They would most likely be standing in front of the Lord & Taylor store, directly across from where the second of two bombs exploded shortly before 3 p.m. on April 15, long after the winners had already crossed the finish line but with thousands of other runners still making their way along the course. Three spectators were killed and more than 200 others injured, many of them severely. Investigators would later learn it was a domestic terror attack carried out by two Chechen brothers who were living in the Boston area. Cutler, it turns out, was nowhere near the finish line and his wife and daughter, having tracked him on cell phones, knew he was not close to finishing. They were shopping at Marshalls, away from where the bombs would go off. “[They] would have been at the finish line, but they knew I was a distance away, so they were still shopping,” says Cutler, who was just beyond Boston College at the time of the explosion. If I had been within 20 minutes or something they would have left Marshalls to where they would have waited for me, around where the bombs went off. But I’m a little bit slower. I’ve slowed down through the years.” Including last year’s Boston Marathon, Cutler had 37 marathons under his belt, running his first in 1988. When he was unable to finish he had no second thoughts about returning for this year’s race. As a specialist in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Cutler is trained to handle the kinds of horrific incidents such as the bombings. He regularly counsels Vietnam veterans, who still are dealing with the effects of the Vietnam War decades after it ended. There was no way Cutler could justify not running this year’s Boston Marathon, even if it had suddenly become a dangerous thing to do. “I’ve been treating Vietnam veterans who have been raped, pillaged and plundered with PTSD my entire career,” he says. “You’ve got to go on. That’s what I reach my patients. [The bombings] certainly shook me up, especially when I heard where they went off. But you have to go on.”

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He had also spent years running, starting in the Army as a way to stay in shape, and was not about to be cowered into giving it up. With security at an all-time high and one of the largest ﬁelds of runners in its history, the Boston Marathon went off without a hitch this year and Cutler, who has lived in Worcester since 1977, was back to run his 20th. He wore the number 32414 and did not actually set out from the Hopkinton until 11:30 a.m., part of the last wave of runners and about an hour and a half after eventual men’s winner Meb Keﬂezighi started the race. Like always, he drove in with his wife. His daughter and son came in from New York and

“The crowds always cheer you on, no matter how slow you are, but what I saw that I had never seen before was the police were also cheering us. They were giving high fives. I never saw that before.” —Dr. Mark Cutler saw him off at the starting line before making their way to mile 23 to wait for him. His wife, meanwhile, went to the finish line with their granddaughter. Cutler would eventually finish well over six hours, admitting he did not feel well. He did not want to make excuses, but says there were a lot of people staying at his house the night before the race. His finishing time did nothing to ruin the race, however. “It was a good day, it was really, really special,” Cutler says. “The crowds were out as much as I’ve ever seen. I’ve done some marathons where there’s barely anybody. New York and Chicago really have a lot of people out, but this was really something.” As expected, security was at an all-time high this year. Cutler says runners were searched with metal detectors and when they boarded buses, only runners with numbers were allowed on. In addition, only clear bags were allowed. Outside of the beefed-up police presence, uniformed and plain-clothed, the things that make every Boston Marathon special were on full display. Given the added significance of it being the first one after last year’s bombing, things were a little more special.

“The crowds always cheer you on, no matter how slow you are,” Cutler says. “But what I saw that I had never seen before was the police were also cheering us. They were giving high fives. I never saw that before.” He also saw signs bearing slogans such as “We Own The Finish Line.” The other runners also make it special ever year, and this year was no different. Cutler says he met a 63-year-old man from Fresno, Calif. “He trains runners and has never been married,” Cutler says. “He was going to propose to his fiancee on Heartbreak Hill.” This year’s Boston Marathon featured many first-timers and people running in honor of the injured or dead from the bombing. As emotional as it could have been, Cutler says his training as a psychiatrist kept him in check. That does not mean he ran unaffected the entire race. “I really had a moment when I went by where they stopped me last year,” he says of the spot just beyond Boston College. “I got goosebumps.” Have a story tip or idea? Call Walter Bird Jr. at 508-7493166, ext. 322, or email him at wbird@worcestermagazine.com.

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BUSTED iGrab: Police nab 37-year-old Jorge Arvelo, 15 Oread St., Apt. 8, who they say grabbed an iPhone from a man’s hands and threatened him with a hammer. According to police, a 29-year-old man was texting on his iPhone in the area of 826 Main St. when another man walked by and grabbed the phone. The man threatened him with a hammer and continued walking away, according to the victim. Aided by a description and video surveillance of the incident, police found Arvelo a short time later. He was charged with armed robbery. The phone was returned to the victim.

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V E R BATI M It was a tough one. I had literally hundreds of people urging me to run. But it wasn’t the right time. I just don’t think it’s the right time now.” - Former state Rep. John Fresolo, quoted in a recent news report, on why he withdrew his name from consideration for the upcoming 2014 election to reclaim his seat

Barry Maloney, along with Camilla Caffrey, executive director of alumni, for being so easy to deal with. Mullin is equally fond of the city where he was born and raised. “Worcester always makes me so proud,” he says. “Sometimes people think Worcester is the only place struggling. They don’t realize it is the whole country. [Worcester] found a new path. It is now a center for medicine, education and insurance.” The education part, he says, is what he really loves. Mullin points out that, in all his travels around the world, he would refer to Worcester and never said he was from Boston. “Our whole story,” he says of his family, “is a story of immigrants, a story of people who worked hard, who made it and who loved Worcester. I’ve had a wonderful life. I’m eternally grateful to Worcester State. I was able to hold my own wherever I went.” Have a story tip or idea? Call Walter Bird Jr. at 508-749-3166, ext. 322, or email him at wbird@worcestermagazine.com. Be sure to follow him on Twitter @walterbirdjr and catch Walter with Paul Westcott every Thursday morning at 8:35 on radio station WTAG 580AM for all things Worcester!

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THE SEARCH IS (NOT) OVER: Yes, that is a reference to a 1980s song by the band Survivor (remember “Eye of the Tiger” from “Rocky III?”). In this case, we’re talking about the search for a permanent city manager in Worcester. While some folks believe the city is dragging its feet in replacing current CM Ed Augustus Jr., who is set to return to his old job at Holy Cross in October when his nine-month city contract expires, the chair of the committee in charge of leading the search begs to differ. Municipal Operations chair Phil Palmieri says he is more concerned with giving local candidates a fair shot and landing the right person. Which means his committee might not settle on a search ﬁrm at its next scheduled meeting, Wednesday, April 30. The city received three responses to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for ﬁrms to gather a pool of candidates from which councilors can choose. The Mercer Group, Randi Frank Consulting and Waters Executive Recruitment all submitted proposals. Palmieri, however, says he wants to meet with each company and not just rely on what he sees on paper. Asked whether he is concerned that some people might view that as a delay tactic (the majority of councilors have made it no secret that they are FOEA – Fans Of Ed Augustus), Palmieri says, “I’m not trying to delay it, I’m trying to get it right. I’m hoping we can excite people to want to apply. My interest is generating good, strong candidates, not just nationally, but even locally. There’s local talent. It’s about getting up and talking about your vision of the city.”

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it comes to ﬁnding a new city manager, a familiar discussion has popped up: Is it time for Worcester to adopt a strong mayor form of government? It is not new, although the latest effort involves a Facebook page titled “Worcester Supports Strong Mayor.” If “likes” count for anything, there were 25 on the page as of Tuesday, April 22. One comment on the page says now is the time to move on from the Plan E form of government. The comment suggests having a strong mayor “means there will no longer be the usual ﬁnger pointing of the [City Council] saying it’s the [City Manager’s] job and the [City Manager] stating he/she works for his board of directors.” The comment says “the time is now for direct accountability.” The idea has been visited before, and in a 2004 report, the Worcester Regional Research Bureau concluded that a change from city manager to strong mayor “is not likely to have a dramatic effect [positive or negative] on the performance areas measured.” Still, with longtime CM Mike O’Brien having recently left and his replacement, Ed Augustus Jr. here for just nine months, the discussion is being ramped up again.

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nipped at his heels in the past and he has run an entire city as mayor, so he is certainly no stranger to taking on the big guns. But he has upped the ante this time, firing a salvo at multibillionaire businessman John Henry, he who owns the Boston Red Sox, Boston Globe and, oh yea, the Worcester Telegram & Gazette. About eight months after sending a letter to Henry after he acquired the T&G and, finally, visited the newsroom – where he told the staff he was going to sell it – Murray has fired off another letter, this time essentially telling the wildly successful businessman he is asking too much for Worcester’s daily newspaper. In his letter, Murray tells Henry his reported asking price of $14-$15 million for the T&G differs sharply from court filings that show the paper’s former owner, The New York Times Co., valued it at $7 million. “That value,” Murray says, “ is in sharp contrast with information members of the community are reporting that your asking price is in the $14-15 million range. My concern is that an inflated valuation will likely preclude prospective local buyers from purchasing the paper.” The ex-LG goes on to say he believes a potential buyer might slash staff to offset the debt that would be incurred, which would “inevitably reduce the journalistic content and impact of this critically important regional news and information source.” Given the effect of a recent letter from the Chamber’s Executive Board to City Manager Ed Augustus Jr., imploring him to stay on permanently, it will be interesting to see how – if at all – Oh, Henry responds to Murray’s inside pitch. For the record, Augustus announced he would not stay on with the city.

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HALIFAX WHO? If Murray and others are worried about the T&G’s future, news that the four-year-old Florida-based Halifax Media Group has been snifﬁng around probably isn’t assuaging their fears. The T&G’s Shaun Sutner recently reported that representatives of Halifax were in town recently, meeting with executives at the newspaper. According to Rick Poynter on www.poynter.org, the modus operandi of Halifax appears to involve newsroom layoffs and a “booster-ish editorial tone.” That may or may not go over well in Worcester. Poynter says that shortly after Halifax formed and bought the Daytona Beach News-Journal in 2010, the new publisher wrote an open letter to readers saying: “Our editorial will advocate for our community and the potential we have here. We will support free enterprise and the beneﬁts that come with a stronger economy. A thriving business environment elevates a community. We will point out positive opportunities for our city, county and state.” Poynter notes that, while still young, Halifax now has 35 dailies. It is backed by Arkansas billionaire Warren Stephens. Buying the T&G would literally signal a new direction for Halifax, whose holdings are largely in the southeast. A phone call seeking comment from Halifax was not immediately returned. NEVER SAY NEVER: J.P. Ricciardi may not have seen it all in baseball, but he has seen a lot. The former Toronto Blue Jays general manager has a new role now as special assistant to the general manager for the New York Mets. He is not ruling out a return to running a team, but for now the West Boylston resident is happy where he’s at. For starters, he gets to see his two boys, a junior and freshman, play ball at Worcester Academy. He is also a member of the Advisory Board for the Worcester Bravehearts. As for his time north of the border, Ricciardi says there were plenty of successes, including drafting and signing three future All-Stars and signing some superstars, too. “Our problem,” he says, “is we played in the AL [American League] East in the heyday of the Yankees and Red Sox.” One year, he points out, the Jays won more games than eventual World Series champs St. Louis Cardinals – and didn’t even make the playoffs. “It’s a tough job,” Ricciardi says of being GM. “It really is 24/7.” BE LIKE BECKER: Area high schools and colleges are

busy lining up their commencement speakers. The early – and probably winning – nod for who has scored the highestproﬁle guest has to go to Worcester Technical High School, which landed President Barack Obama. He will address seniors at their June 11 graduation at the DCU Center. But for emotional and inspirational impact, it will be hard to match Len Gengel, who will deliver the keynote address at Becker College’s graduation exercises May 11 at Hanover Theatre. Gengel is the father of Britney Gengel, the 19-year-old Lynn University student who was killed in 2010 when an earthquake rocked Haiti. She was there on a school-sponsored trip. Gengel and his wife and family subsequently built the Be Like Brit orphanage in Haiti in their daughter’s memory. Gengel will also receive an honorary doctorate degree of humane letters. Becker will also award honorary degrees to Gengel’s wife and to Worcester Technical High School Principal Dr. Sheila Harrity.

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Dear Ms. Harvey, Wow. Talk about sour grapes! Your jealousy and bitterness over President Obama choosing to give the commencement address at the Worcester Technical High School graduation must be heart-wrenching. The President chose WTHS; they didn’t choose him. You poor thing. It must be just horrible to have to go to work at your BRANDSPANKING NEW MILLION DOLLAR high school and teach that “rough crowd” with their “poverty” and “familial dysfunction.” To write that “many of our students are the ones who would beneﬁt from a vocational education” is touching. Your specialty must be self-esteem. I’m sure “your kids” must be so proud of

your announcing in Worcester Magazine that they have “discipline and lower test score” problems. Way to go! And, what “tremendous odds” have “your kids” had to overcome that others haven’t? My daughter is a senior at WTHS and comes from a single-mom with no job, three-decker, hand-me-down prom dress, no child support, bus-riding, and cereal-for-supper home. She worked her butt off from Pre-K to 12 in the Worcester Public School system to receive her high grades and acceptance to college. I am a very proud Mom. I know the “senioritis” is tough to deal with, but maybe if “your kids” stop obsessing over “graduation parties,” they would see that they have received a top-notch education and a High School Diploma. Whomever is giving

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address at graduation. Now that’s something to strive for, not getting our beautiful “FLOTUS” in an ugly orange and black sweatshirt just to get even. Grow up. Be a role model for “your kids” and step up and be happy for WTHS and their dedication and representation of the entire City of Worcester. Congratulations to everyone at WTHS, especially the students and teachers, for receiving this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, which you certainly deserve and will never forget.

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the NHS commencement address must be honored that everyone is so disappointed. Stop spreading your miserable attitude. Stop making “your kids” read “Othello” in their senior year and get down on your knees on your BRAND-SPANKING NEW ﬂoor and thank your Higher Power for all the blessings you and “your kids” have received. If you think the road at NHS is “steep and rocky,” try climbing up Skyline Drive, which many students do every day, then work as a real mechanic, carpenter, hairstylist, daycare provider, bank teller, or restaurant chef all day. Please. By the way, my oldest daughter was salutatorian and Class President of her NHS class (back when the desks were designed for tablets and quill pens) and she gave the

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COLLEEN RITZER REMEMBRANCE WALK The Central Mass. community is encouraged to take part in the Colleen Ritzer Remembrance Walk at Assumption College on Sunday, April 27. Ritzer, a 2011 Assumption College alumna, lost her life at Danvers High School, where she served as a math teacher, in October of 2013. The walk will be one of several events held to raise funds to support an endowed scholarship established in Ritzer’s name by Assumption and members of the Class of 2011. The scholarship recognizes two of Ritzer’s passions: teaching and math, and will be awarded annually to an Assumption junior or senior math major planning to teach at the high school level after graduation. The walk will begin at noon and will be followed by a lunch served on the chapel lawn at 12:30 p.m. Registration for the walk is $20 for alumni, $25 for members of the general public, $5 for Assumption students and $10 for those 18 and younger. Participants receive a t-shirt and lunch. Assumption College, 500 Salisbury St., Worcester. Assumption.edu/ColleenRitzerWalk. PHOTO SUBMITTED

FSU RECOGNIZED FOR GREEN COMMUTING OPTIONS Fitchburg State University was recently recognized by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for its commitment to creating green options for commuting students. The Massachusetts DOT presented FSU with the 2014 Pacesetter Award for Excellence in Commuter Options, a recognition given to employers who demonstrate an effort to reduce congestion and greenhouse gas emissions by encouraging employees to utilize green transportation options. According to FSU, almost half of the school’s students commute to campus. FSU’s Commuter Affairs program helps students identify carpooling opportunities, provide peer mentoring and sponsors daytime programming that contributes to commuting students’ sense of connection with the campus community. Commuter Affairs also hosts a Commuter Appreciation Week every year with a commuter breakfast, free massages, games and activities.

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Juan A. Gomez was born in Santurce, Puerto Rico and ﬂies back often to visit family. Worcester Regional Airport, with JetBlue service to Florida, makes it possible to make easy connections. JetBlue provides nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale and Orlando with connections to Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Jamaica and the Bahamas. Worcester Regional Airport offers travelers convenient parking steps from the terminal, shorter ticket counter and security check point lines and free WiFi.

This is just the beginning. Let’s get there together. 375 Airport Drive, Worcester, MA 01602

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G E T A H E A D. C AT C H U P. A N D S T I L L E N J O Y S U M M E R . Whether you choose to study chemistry, history or criminal justice, Clark University’s College of Professional and Continuing Education offers a wide variety of classes. Our affordable courses are held at night, so you’ll have the chance to work and enjoy summer as you learn. COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL AND

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ILLUSTRATION BY BAILEY MARINER/MASS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN

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Mary Zaruha, owner of Bagel Time, winner of Best Bagels, with a basket of fresh bagels.

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ASIAN/FUSION First – Baba Sushi

309 Park Ave., Worcester 508-752-8822 babashushi.com

Second – Nancy Chang

372 Chandler St., Worcester 508-752-8899 nancychang.com

ASIAN BUFFET

First – Nancy Chang

372 Chandler St., Worcester 508-752-8899 nancychang.com

Second – Jasmine

711 Southbridge St., Auburn 508-832-8868 jasmineauburn.com

BAGELS

First – Bagel Time

194B Park Ave., Worcester 508-798-0440 bageltimeusa.com

Second – Bagel Inn

785 Main St., Holden 508-829-3550 bagelinn.net

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Todd Dube pours his daughter, Rachael, a glass of wine while dining at Caffé Espresso Trattoria, voted Best BYOB.

Join us after work for cocktails, appetizers & desserts!

Best of Worcester Winner Best Dessert: 2009 - 2013 Best Cupcake: 2013 Best Place to Forﬁet Your Diet: 2013

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester Closed Mondays 508.373.2248 sweetworcester.com APRIL 24, 2014 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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Learn.Lead.Succeed. “Everything I know about leadership I owe to Nichols College.” Humberto Alvarado, BSBA Candidate Account Executive

The lunch staff at Ciao Bella, winner of Best Take-Out

BAKERY

BARBECUE

133 Gold Star Blvd., Worcester 508-852-0746 thecrownbakery.com

139 Green St., Worcester 508-363-1111 bbqstack.com

First – The Crown Bakery Second - Gerardo’s Bakery

An account executive responsible for the northeast territory and three million in sales, Humberto Alvarado says he was ready to take his career to the next level. So he enrolled in the Nichols College Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program, taking courses in the evening and online. Humberto says he’s confident he’s gaining the realworld skills he’ll need to move up the ladder.

339 West Boylston St., West Boylston 508-835-2200 gerardositalianbakery.com

NICHOLS COLLEGE

MBA / MSOL / BSBA

For information: 800-243-3844 / info.nichols.edu/wmag

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392 Main St., Sturbridge 508-347-3188 btsmokehouse.com

BEER SELECTION

144 Main St., Worcester 508-795-1012 armsbyabbey.com

First – Armsby Abbey Second – Nick’s Bar and Restaurant 124 Millbury St., Worcester 508-753-4030 nicksworcester.com

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Online, on campus, or on site (at employer) course delivery options

Second - B.T.’s Smokehouse

BAR AMBIANCE:

First - Smokestack Urban BBQ

First - Armsby Abbey Second – The Boynton

117 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-8458 boyntonrestaurant.com

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World-class orthopedic care In the heart of Worcester. There’s a world of choices when it comes to orthopedic care. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we have surgeons who are experts in joint replacement, spine, foot, and hand problems, as well as sports injuries. We also provide a less complicated approach to hip and knee replacement. And we offer pre-surgery visits to answer any questions and post-surgery rehab services to help you recover fast.

A Union Jack IPA, brewed at Firestore Walker in Calif., is poured at Armsby Abbey, winner of Best Beer Selection.

Actually, when it comes to orthopedic care, there’s really only one choice. For more information,

BREAKFAST

please call 1-800-201-0574

First - Lou Roc’s Diner

1074 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-852-6888 facebook.com/pages/Lou-RocsDiner/315783328497857

Second – Gold Star Restaurant

68 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-852-7900 facebook.com/pages/Gold-StarRestaurant/113366295362446 continued on page 20

BEST PLACE FOR LATE NIGHT DELIVERY

In need of a delicious homemade munchie but don’t feel like making anything yourself? Call up Midnight Munchies, the new delivery service running goodies to your home out of Tom’s International Deli. I highly recommend their pierogis, which are crazy good and come with both savory and sweet ﬁllings. Midnight Munchies offers a large selection of crave-worthy European classics, as well as party standards like lighters, limes, cups and even ping pong balls.

stvincenthospital.com/orthopedics

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BYOB

First – Ralph’s Diner

First – Caffé Espresso Trattoria

148 Grove St., Worcester 508-753-9543 ralphsrockdiner.com

395 Chandler St., Worcester 508-767-1818 ctrattoria.com Second – Rosalina’s Kitchen 83 Hamilton St., Worcester 508-926-8887 rosalinaskitchen.com

Second – Brew City

104 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-752-3862 brew-city.com

CHINESE

CAFE

First - Nancy Chang

First – NU Cafe

372 Chandler St., Worcester 508-752-8899 nancychang.com

335 Chandler St., Worcester 508-926-8800 nucafe.com

Second – Yong Shing

Second – Bean Counter

90 Auburn St., Auburn 508-832-0622 yongshingauburn.com

113 Highland St., Worcester 508- 754-3125 288 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury 508-754-0505 beancounterbakery.com

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Jayson Hawley (left) and Bill Bourbean, executive chefs at The Boynton, with a Bobo Burger. The Boynton took several ﬁrst places this year.

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COCKTAILS

First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Armsby Abbey 144 Main St., Worcester 508-795-1012 armsbyabbey.com

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mezcal

DESSERTS

30 Major Taylor Blvd., Worcester 508-926-8307 mezcalcantina.com

First - InHouse Coffee

225 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-363-1212 inhousecoffeeusa.com

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bean Counter

113 Highland St., Worcester 508-754-3125 288 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury 508-754-0505 beancounterbakery.com

774-823-3733 CityVaporWorcester.com

CUPCAKES First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sweet

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-373-2248 sweetworcester.com

Weekdays April 1 - May 23, 2014 7:30AM - 2:30PM *By Appointment

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First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sweet

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-373-2248 sweetworcester.com

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wholly Cannoli

COFFEE

15 Kelley Square, Worcester

FASTEST GAS PUMP IN WORCESTER

238 Millbury Ave., Millbury 508-762-9254 thequeenscups.com

490 Grafton St., Worcester 508-753-0224 whollycannoli.com

DINER

First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lou Rocâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

1074 West Boylston St. 508-852-6888 facebook.com/pages/Lou-RocsDiner/315783328497857

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kenmore Diner

250 Franklin St., Worcester 508-792-5125 facebook.com/pages/KenmoreDiner/169530699742195

To experience the quickest gas and go in Worcester, local motorists need not visit any other gas station other than the Sunoco on 1181 West Boylston St., just feet from the Worcester / West Boylston line. Â Being the northern most gas station in Worcester (and therefore, the coldest), this Sunoco has made speed a priority: Over a dozen pumps, quick credit card charging, fewer annoying â&#x20AC;&#x153;beepsâ&#x20AC;? than other gas pumps, and easy access from the highway ensures that you will be in and out faster than any other gas station in the city. Â The focus on speed has left lapses in other areas, speciďŹ cally insect extermination, as at least two pumps have trapped brown marmorated stink bugs behind the clear plastic of the LCD display. Â No worries -- all the more reason to ďŹ ll up quicker! -Mike Murray, Contributing Writer, Worcester Magazine

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Worcester Community Organization Free Electronics Recycling Drop-Off Event $ VSHFLDO RIIHU IRU :RUFHVWHU DUHD %XVLQHVVHV 1RQ 3URÂżWV . Schools, Colleges and Universities, and Government Agencies: Arrange to drop off your business e-waste, free of charge, to our Worcester, MA facility through May 23rd. Contact us to schedule an appointment. Facility tours available. Email: MAEvents@metechrecycling.com Phone: 508.795.1950 Website: www.metechrecycling.com 0HWHFK 5HF\FOLQJ LV D &HUWLÂżHG H 6WHZDUG UHF\FOHU Over 95% of all materials will be recycled for re-manufacture. All data containing devices will be securely destroyed. Fore more detailed information, visit our website at www.metechrecycling.com

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Annie Jenkins of Annie’s Clark Brunch once again takes ﬁrst place for Short Order Cook.

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–The Washington Post

Volturno on Shrewsbury Street, voted Best New Restaurant and Best Pizza Joint.

DINING BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

First - Annie’s Clark Brunch 934 Main St., Worcester 508-756-1550 students.clarku.edu/~cclark/

Second - TIE Finders/Keepers

171 West Boylston St., West Boylston 508-835-3707 ﬁnderspub.com

Mac’s Diner

185 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-868-7508 facebook.com/ EatAtMacs?rf=159823720714463

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I love The Banner on Green Street in Worcester. It’s cheap and they have great BLTs and caesar salads with cajun chicken! -Helen Linnehan, Sales Manager, Worceser Magazine

FROZEN YOGURT First - WooBerry

141 Highland St., Worcester 508-459-2311 wooberryyogurt.com

Second - YoWay

395 Park Ave., Worcester 508-459-0611 yowayworcester.com

GRINDERS

First - Regatta Deli

28 Lake Ave., Worcester 508-756-6916 3A Colonial Dr., Westborough 508-366-8958 regattadeli.com

Second - Bushel ’n Peck

643 Chandler St., Worcester 508-799-6305 17 East Mountain St., Worcester 508-856-0516 8 Worcester St., Grafton 508-839-3005 bushelnpeckdeli.com

HIGH-HEELED DINNER DATE First - 111 Chop House

111 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-799-4111 111chophouse.com

Second – VIA Italian Table

89 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-754-4842 viaitaliantable.com

HOG DOGS

First – George’s Coney Island 158 Southbridge St., Worcester 508-753-4362 coneyislandlunch.com

Second – Hot Dog Annie’s

244 Paxton St, Leicester 508-892-9059 facebook.com/pages/Hot-DogAnnies/117813388255225

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Make July an Investment in September.

SUMMER SESSION

Three options. One summer. Your choice. Whether it’s ACT TEST PREPARATION, LEADERS IN TRAINING, or our classic SUMMER SESSION, Eagle Hill School is the place to prevent regression and build conﬁdence for the next school year.

Eagle Hill School runs a five-week boarding summer session for students ages 10-16 who are average to superior in cognitive ability and have been identified with specific language based learning (dis)abilities and/or Attention Deficit Disorder.

Learning Differently Demands Teaching Differently www.ehs1.org

413-477-6000

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ICE CREAM

First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Meolaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ice Cream

165 West Boylston St., West Boylston 508-835-9747 110 Leominster Rd., Sterling ( Rt. 12 ) 978-422-3900 facebook.com/meolasicecream

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gibsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dairy

50 Sunderland Rd., Worcester 508-753-1095 gibsonsdairy.com

INDIAN

First - Bollywood Grill

97 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury 508-793-9888 bollywoodgrill.com

Second - Udupi Bhavan

378 Maple Ave., Shrewsbury 508-459-5099 theudupi.com

ITALIAN

Crown Bakery, winner of Best Bakery.

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89 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-754-4842 viaitaliantable.com

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117 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-8458 boyntonrestaurant.com

82 Winter St., Worcester 508-797-1011 bocadotapasbar.com

13 Lord St., Worcester 508-753-9978 dineatdinos.com

1160 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-853-0789 oconnorsrestaurant.com

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BEST CITY ADVOCATE Worcester is teeming with folks who care passionately about a cause and who are unafraid to ask the tough questions and demand answers. It is hard to pick just one, especially with so many individuals championing so many worthy causes in Worcester, but in a “Best Of” issue, that’s what it’s all about. When it comes to championing the disabled and making sure the city never forgets what its duties and obligations are to that community, Scott Ricker knows no peer. To some, he is a pain in the ass. But without his voice and tireless advocacy, some changes for the better would not occur. One of his most passionate causes of late has been to restore handicap parking to the front of the DCU Center. Ricker knows state and federal disability laws and is unafraid - and just as important, unrelenting - in making sure others know and follow them as well. -Walter Bird Jr., Senior Writer, Worcester Magazine

Second – Mezcal

30 Major Taylor Blvd., Worcester 508-926-8307 mezcalcantina.com

LUNCH SPOT

First - The Boynton

117 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-8458 boyntonrestaurant.com

Second – Annie’s Clark Brunch 934 Main St., Worcester 508-756-1550 students.clarku.edu/~cclark/

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First – The Boynton

117 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-8458 boyntonrestaurant.com

Second – Shiraz Armenian Cuisine

259 Park Ave., Worcester 508-767-1639 facebook.com/shirazrestaurant1977? rf=120398454642816

Second – Mezcal

30 Major Taylor Blvd., Worcester 508-926-8307 mezcalcantina.com

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MEXICAN

First – Mezcal

30 Major Taylor Blvd., Worcester 508-926-8307 mezcalcantina.com

Second – Mexicali Fresh Mex Grill 700 Main St., Holden 508-829-7700 117 Main St., Spencer 774-745-8200 mexicalifreshmex.com

MIDDLE EASTERN First – El Basha

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NACHOS

256 Park Ave., Worcester 508-795-0222 424 Belmont St., Worcester 508-797-0884 2 Connector Rd., Westborough 508-366-2455 elbasharestaurant.com

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Open 7 Days a week 9:00am – 9:00pm www.readymed.org

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WooBerry, winner of Best Frozen Yogurt.

NEIGHBORHOOD BAR

PIZZA JOINT

117 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-8458 boyntonrestaurant.com

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-756-8658 volturnopizza.com

First – The Boynton Second – Vincent’s

49 Suffolk St., Worcester 508-752-9439 facebook.com/pages/ Vincents/113942568662793

NEW RESTAURANT First - Volturno

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-756-8658 volturnopizza.com

Second - Paesano’s Pizzeria 1121 Grafton St., Worcester 508-791-1121 paesanopizzeria.com

Homemade Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding ... just Imagine. It is to die for at Joey’s Bar & Grill in Worcester. -Helen Linnehan, Sales Manager, Worcester Magazine

First - Volturno

Second - Corner Grille

806 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-754-8884 cornergrille.com

PLACE TO FORFEIT YOUR DIET First - Sweet

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-373-2248 sweetworcester.com

Second - B.T.’s Smokehouse 392 Main St., Sturbridge 508-347-3188 btsmokehouse.com

RESTAURANT

First - The Boynton

117 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-8458 boyntonrestaurant.com

Second - Armsby Abbey

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WEDNESDAY IS BIKE NITE! 5:00 PM • FREE BUFFET $2.50 HIGH LIFE BOTTLES 64 Water St., Worcester • 508.792.GAME (4263) • PerfectGameWorcester.com • Also ﬁnd us on Facebook

ROADWAY 100 WATER ST., WORCESTER 508.755.3233 broadway-caterers.com APRIL 24, 2014 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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Joseph Nozzolillo, Jonathan Nozzolillo and Lincoln, a chocolate lab, in front of their new eight passenger Lincoln at Joey’s Limousine Service, winner of Best Limo Service.

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RIBS

STEAKS

TACOS

TAKE-OUT

139 Green St., Worcester 508-636-1111 bbqstack.com

111 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-799-4111 111chophouse.com

30 Major Taylor Blvd., Worcester 508-926-8307 mezcalcantina.com

402 Grove St., Worcester 508-756-2426 ciaobellarestaurant.biz

First - 111 Chophouse

First - Smokestack Urban BBQ

Second - Willyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steakhouse Grill and Sushi Bar

Second - B.T.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Smokehouse 392 Main St., Sturbridge 508-347-3188 btsmokehouse.com

2 Grafton St., Shrewsbury 508-842-7220 willyssteakhouse.com

SEAFOOD

First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mezcal

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sol of Mexico

538 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-756-2660 solofmexico.yolasite.com

First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ciao Bella

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nancy Chang

372 Chandler St., Worcester 508-752-8899 nancychang.com

SUNDAY BRUNCH

First - Sole Proprietor

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First â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Armsby Abbey

118 Highland St., Worcester 508-798-3474 thesole.com

144 Main St., Worcester 508-795-1012 armsbyabbey.com

Second - Coral Seafood

Second â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ceres Bistro at the Beechwood Hotel

225 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-755-8331 coralseafood.com

363 Plantation St., Worcester 508-754-2000 ceresbistro.com

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VEGETARIAN/VEGAN First – EVO Dining

234 Chandler St., Worcester 508-459-4240 evodining.com

Second – Belmont Vegetarian 157 Belmont St., Worcester 508-798-8898 belmontvegetarian.com

WINGS

First – Wings Over Worcester 1 Kelley Sq., Worcester 508-421-9464 wingsoverworcester.com

Second - Wing It Up/Hungry Coyote 580 Park Ave., Worcester 508-755-9464 hungrycoyote.com

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BEST CREATIVE PIZZA

Firecracker Pizza at Pepe’s in Worcester. The pizza is topped with buffalo chicken, sliced cucumbers and is drizzled with ranch dressing – a combination I was reluctant to try but once I did I was hooked. -Kathy Real, Publisher, Worcester Magazine

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Amy Lynn Chase, owner of Crompton Collective, winner of Best Consignment Shop.

BANK

First – Commerce Bank 386 Main St., Worcester 508-797-6842 560 Park Ave., Worcester 508-797-6925 11 Park Ave., Worcester 508-797-6970 993 Grafton St., Worcester 508-797-6955 451 Lincoln St., Worcester 508-791-9662 bankatcommerce.com

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Second – Bay State Savings Bank 28 Franklin St., Worcester 508-890-9000 2 Eastern Ave., Worcester 508-890-9600 799 Grafton St., Worcester 508-890-9620 378 Burncoat St., Worcester 508-890-8920 275 Mill St., Worcester 508-890-8940 baystatesavingsbank.com

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BARBER SHOP First – D’Iorio’s

335 Plantation St., Worcester 508-756-7791 dioriossalon.com

Second – Justin’s Barber Shop

750 Grafton St., Worcester 508-752-0191 facebook.com/justinsbarbershopworcester.ma

BIKE SHOP

First – Bicycle Alley

1067 Main St., Worcester 508-752-2230 bikealley.com

Second – Fritz’s Bicycle Shop

328 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-853-1799 fritzsbicycleshop.blogspot.com

BODY PIERCING

First – Piercing Emporium

400 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-754-0564 piercingemporium.com

Second – Miraculous Creations 387 Park Ave., Worcester 508-755-1379 miraculouscreations.com

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BIGGEST CITY CRITIC YOU REALLY LOVE This is a hands-down no-brainer. Jo Hart has become a local celebrity, of sorts. When she is not working at Greendale Mall, she is fighting against something in the city. The WRTA. The City Council. Dangerous crosswalks. If there is something wrong in Worcester, Hart will find it and let you know about it. But make no mistake, Hart does love the city. You are often most critical of those you love most. Jo Hart (come on, Jo, what’s your real name?) is a fixture at City Council meetings and just about every other meeting she can get to. She is wholly unafraid, and indeed seems to thrive off, of slamming city officials for this folly or that. If every City Council needs a Konnie Lukes, and we believe they do, ever city needs a Jo Hart. -Walter Bird Jr., Senior Writer, Worcester Magazine

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BOWLING ALLEY

First – Colonial Bowling Center

248 Mill St., Worcester 508-754-7645 facebook.com/pages/Colonial-BowlingCenter/105927782781630

Second – AMF Auburn Lanes

101 Southbridge St., Auburn 508-791-5700 amf.com/auburnlanesma

BUTCHER SHOP

First– Emerald Meats

347 Chandler St., Worcester 508-756-2700 emeraldmeats.com

Second – Fairway Beef

48 Grafton St., Worcester 508-756-8808 fairwaybeef.com

CAR WASH

First – Ernie’s Car Wash 215 Grove St., Worcester 508-752-6347 579 Millbury St., Worcester 508-753-2115 erniescarwash.com

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CATERING

Harry’s Restaurant on Route 9 in Westborough. Harry’s has a special Macaroni and Cheese Night every Thursday offering many different plates of macaroni and cheese with toppings that are to die for. Options range from veggie to meat lovers and include my absolute favorite, buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese. The elbow noodles are covered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with a layer of crusted cheese and a heaping helping of bite-size pieces of fried buffalo chicken. The portions are gigantic, so I like to pair mine with a salad and a coke with their signature crushed ice and split it with my lucky dinner guest! -Amy O’Brien, Media Coordinator, Worcester Magazine

First – Pepper’s Fine Catering 43 Hudson St., Northborough 508-393-6844 pepperscatering.com

Second – Trunk & Disorderly

130 Hamilton St., Worcester 508-755-5953 struckcatering.com

CREDIT UNION

Second – Struck Catering

122 Main St., Worcester 508-459-1049 trunk-disorderly.myshopify.com

Second – Bahnan’s

344 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-796-5365 bahnans.com

First – Millbury Credit Union

FLOWER SHOP

Second – Leominster Credit Union

284 Grafton St., Worcester 508-755-7744 perrosﬂowers.com

First – Perro’s

First – Worcester State University

50 Main St., Millbury 508-865-7600 millburycu.com

Second– Danielson Flowers

Second – Clark University

910 West Boylston St., Worcester 978-537-8021 leominstercu.com

COLLEGE

486 Chandler St., Worcester 508-929-8000 worcester.edu 950 Main St., Worcester 508-793-7711 clarku.edu

CONSIGNMENT

First – Crompton Collective 138 Green St., Worcester 508-753-7303 cromptoncollective.com

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ETHNIC MARKET

First – Ed Hyder’s Mediterranean Marketplace 408 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-755-0258 edhyders.com

660 Main St., Shrewsbury 508-842-8992 danielsonﬂowers.com

FRAME SHOP

First - Framed in Tatnuck 1099 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-770-1270 framedintatnuck.com

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Second – C.C. Lowell

First – D’Iorio’s

258 Park Ave., Worcester 508-757-7713 cclowell.com

335 Plantation St., Worcester 508-756-7791 dioriossalon.com

Second - Jeffrey Roberts salon

GIFT SHOP

1 Kelley Sq., Worcester 508-792-4247 jeffreyroberssalon.com

First – Bhadon Gift Gallery 1075 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-798-0432 bhadongifts.com

HARDWARE

Second – Crompton Collective

First – Barrows

138 Green St., Worcester 508-753-7303 cromptoncollective.com

15 Webster St., Worcester 508-752-7191 barrowshardware.com

Second - Elwood Adams

GOLD TRADE

156 Main St., Worcester 508-752-1919 elwoodadamshardware.com

First - Pleasant Pawn

334 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-798-3333 pleasantpawn.com

INSURANCE

Second – Markos Jewelers

First – T.J. Woods Insurance

371 Main St., Worcester 508-791-7901 abemarkos.com

20 Park Ave., Worcester 508-755-8992 woodsinsurance.com

Second - JJM Insurance Agency 623 Chandler St., Worcester 508-791-1141 jjminsurance.com

Asmar Akman, owner of Pleasant Street Pawn, shows engagement rings at his store. Pleasant Street Pawn is the winner of Best Gold Trade.

JEWELRY STORE

LIMO SERVICE

19 Glennie St., Worcester 508-791-2211 sharfmansjewelers.com

76 West Mountain St., Worcester 508-754-9575 joeyslimousine.com

First – Sharfman’s Jewelers Second – Sachs Jewelers

180 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury 508-792-2300 sachsjewelers.com

First – Joey’s Limousine Service Second – Knights

390 Hartford Tnpk., Shrewsbury knightslimo.com

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LIQUOR STORE

First – Austin Liquors

117 Gold Star Blvd., Worcester 508-853-8953 20 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury 508-755-8100 austinliquors.com

Second – Julio’s Liquors

140 Turnpike Rd., Westborough 508-366-1942 juliosliquors.com

PAWN SHOP

Second - Bigelow Nurseries

455 West Main St., Northborough 508-845-2143 bigelownurseries.com

Second – Trendz Consignment Boutique

3 Willams Rd., North Grafton 508-839-4305 trendzconsignmentboutique.boutiquewindow.com

NEW RETAIL BUSINESS

NEW CAR DEALER

72 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 774-823-3382 hiddenjewelworcester.com

110 Gold Star Blvd., Worcester 508-471-2500 harrtoyota.com

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BEST HOOMUS I love Ed Hyder’s homemade hoomus. It always has the right amount of garlic and tahini. It’s great with pita bread, but my favorite is putting it on a grilled piece of chicken. Yum! -Kathy Real, Publisher, Worcester Magazine

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First - Pleasant Pawn

334 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-798-3333 pleasantpawn.com

Second - Money Stop

526 Main St., Worcester 508-753-4474 moneystop.net

OPTICIAN

First - Bello Opticians

348 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-798-2421 belloopticians.com

Second – Atchue Opticians

1464 Grafton Rd., Millbury 508-755-5253 atchueopticians.com

NURSERY/GARDEN CENTER First - Farmer’s Daughter 153 Millbury St., Auburn 508-832-2995 farmersdaughterauburn.com

MOST UNDERAPPRECIATED SPORT In Worcester, few sports get less love than rugby. Players have to kick and scratch, almost literally, for a field of play. When they find one, neighbors complain that traffic and beer will follow. The truth is rugby is among the most physically-demanding sports to play, and it offers a welcome alternative to the mainstream sports of football and soccer. Also, if you don’t know, rugby is offered to teens throughout the school system here in Worcester, bringing together kids who may not otherwise get to know each other. You owe it to yourself, if you have been among the critics of rugby, to give this sport a second look. -Walter Bird Jr., Senior Writer, Worcester Magazine APRIL 24, 2014 • WORCESTERMAGAZINE.COM

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Second - Herb Chambers Toyota

First – Piercing Emporium

809 Washington St., Auburn 508-832-8000 herbchamberstoyotaofauburn.com

400 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-754-0564 piercingemporium.com

Second – Arpin Ink

SALVAGE YARD

1331 Main St., Worcester 774-420-4333 arpinink.com

First – Linder’s

211 Granite St., Worcester 508-756-5125 lindersinc.com

Second – Standard Auto Wrecking Co. 257 Granite St., Worcester 508-755-8631 standardautoinc.com

Second – Crompton Collective 138 Green St., Worcester 508-753-7303 cromptoncollective.com

First – Sun City Tanning

Second – Indian Summer Tanning Spa 1285 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-756-9400 292 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-853-7513 tanninginworcester.com

First – Grime

356 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-755-5055 grimeclothing.tumblr.com

TANNING SALON

1094 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-767-1111 846 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-852-0900 tanatsuncity.com

THRIFT STORE

BEST BREAK-YOUR-HEART RUNNING ROUTE Boston has heartbreak hill, but Worcester has Airport Drive. This is a must for anyone training for a marathon and all the masochists out there. Starting in the Tatnuck area, Mower Street climbs straight up to Pleasant Street, which gives the legs a short break before connecting with Airport Drive, which never seems to end and offers zero shade. But, once at the crest of the hill, there are views of Worcester below and low-ﬂying planes soar above. The way down towards Logan Field is steep and fast – a welcome change after the grueling mile and a half continuous uphill. -Brittany Durgin, Editor, Worcester Magazine

TOBACCONIST

First – The Owl Shop

253 Mill St., Worcester 508-799-2622 millstreetmotors.com

Second – Julio’s Liquors

WINE SELECTION (RETAIL)

416 Main St., Worcester 508- 753-0423 owlshop.com

TIRE STORE

140 Turnpike Rd., Westborough 508-366-1942 juliosliquors.com

180 Harding St., Worcester 774-670-5137 hardingtireco.com

USED CAR DEALER

First – Harding Tire

First – Linder’s

Second – C&R Tire

211 Granite St., Worcester 508-756-5125 lindersinc.com

111 Randolph Rd., Worcester 508-852-6464 crtire.com

Second – Mill St. Motors

First – Austin Liquors

117 Gold Star Blvd. Worcester 508- 853-8953 20 Boston Tnpk., Shrewsbury 508-755-8100 austinliquors.com

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All loans are subject to credit approval. Commerce Bank is a registered service mark in Massachusetts of Commerce Bank & Trust Company. ©2014 Commerce Bank & Trust Company. Commerce Bank member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. All rights reserved.

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FIRST – stART ON THE STREET startonthestreet.org

Second – Greek Festival

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ART GALLERY

First – ArtsWorcester 660 Main St., Worcester 508-755-5142 artsworcester.org

Second – Sprinkler Factory 38 Harlow St., Worcester sprinklerfactory.com

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From the group that brought you Mezcal Cantina, Bocado Tapas Bar, The Citizen Wine Bar and Rye & Thyme Tavern, comes Worcester’s first true burger bar. Handmade burgers featuring custom and local grinds of the freshest beef, house-made sodas, great beers, expertly crafted elixirs and spiked shakes will be served up daily. Come get your fix.

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DANCE CLUB

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109 Water St., Worcester industrybarroom.com

440 Grove St., Worcester 508-852-8209 123 Summer St., Worcester 508-363-7000 worcesterﬁtness.com

First – Industry Bar Room

First – Worcester Fitness

Second – The Country Music Ranch and Saloon 70 James St. #138, Worcester 508-459-1127 thecountrymusicranchsaloon.com

Second – Crossﬁt Prototype

50 East Main St. #1, Westborough 508-366-1028 crossﬁtprototype.com

DANCE STUDIO

First – H&H Dance Academy

LIVE MUSIC VENUE

175 West Main St., Millbury 508-865-0083 hhdanceacademy.com

First – Lucky Dog Music Hall

Second – Greendale Dance Academy 15 Ararat St., Worcester 508-854-1434 greendaledanceacademy.com

Second – Ralph’s Diner

148 Grove St., Worcester 508-753-9543 ralphsrockdiner.com

DOG GROOMER

First – Dog Dayz Pet Grooming 1110 Pleasant St., Worcester 508-793-0022 dogdayzgrooming.com

1073 West Boylston St., Worcester 508-853-1220 fegrooming.com

FAMILY FUN DESTINATION 222 Harrington Way, Worcester 508-929-2700 ecotarium.org

Second – Davis Farmland

145 Redstone Hill Rd., Sterling 978-422-8888 davisfarmland.com

GOLF COURSE

First – Cyprian Keyes

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Second – Calliope Productions 150 Main St., Boylston 508-869-6887 calliopeproductions.org

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BEST PLACE FOR FRESH-CUT FLOWERS The Canal District Farmers Market’s most recent addition to their weekly lineup is Fivefork Farms from Upton. Their sustainably-grown ﬂowers are not only beautiful but are also sold within 24 hours of being picked, giving you long-lasting cuts to brighten your home. From anemone to lupin, I love visiting the Farmers Market each week to see what new variety Fivefork Farms will be selling that day. -Bess Couture, Graphic Designer, Holden Landmark Corp.

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COURTESY OF FRUITLANDS MUSEUM

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Fruitlands Museum, one of Harvard, Massachusetts’ most beloved locations for teaching local history, turns a century old this month. Founded by Clara Endicott Sear in 1914, the museum opens its 2014 season with two new exhibitions, followed by the celebration of its centennial this coming June.

“The beauty of the centennial [is that] it’s both a celebration of the past and some kind of thoughtful planning of the future,”says Wyona Lynch-McWhite, executive director of Fruitlands Museum. Fruitlands kept its name from history, it’s location once being home to a

return, folks generously helped meet the funding request needed to launch a book for Fruitlands’ 100 best objects. A number of those who gave were not even from Massachusetts. “It’s [called] ‘100 Objects, 100 Stories, 100 Years at Fruitlands.’ It will be available this summer … We deﬁnitely will have them at the museum store and accessible on our website,” says Lynch-McWhite. Prior to June, Fruitlands will be starting off the regular season with unique exhibitions and workshops. One highlyanticipated exhibition opened April 19, “The

history of different populations around the world. Comprised of 75 baskets gathered by collector Elaine Ehrenkranz, this collection includes pieces from North America, Central America, South America, Africa and Asia. “Baskets are kind of the original work from the land, if you will, and it takes natural materials to make baskets, historically. This particular collection allows us to talk about how the basket-making tradition is one that’s shared across many cultures and shared across many continents,” says Lynch-McWhite. From July 26-27, Fruitlands will host workshops to accompany the basket exhibit,

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Above: Fruitlands Farmhouse, circa 1914. Right: Fruitlands Museum. transcendentalist family, the Alcotts, who sought out living on a land of fruit and vegetables and explored new philosophies. Marked as the highlight of the season, the year-long centennial celebration will launch in June on the summer solstice, in honor of the museum’s opening on the same solstice 100 years ago. One way Fruitlands will celebrate will be through a collection of Fruitlands’ 100 most popular objects, which will have their place in the art gallery in September. “It’s our 100 best objects, as selected by the people, who know us and love us best,” says Lynch-McWhite. “We had asked people who were visiting, as well as folks who were watching our website and following us on Facebook, to vote on their top 100 objects in the collection and that’s how we picked what made the show.” Additionally, through a fundraiser that the museum had set up through Kickstarter, a website that allows companies and individuals to fundraise for an upcoming project, offering a product or reward in

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Changing Landscape: Fruitlands’ Living Collection,” in which the museum presents a lesson on its land, which was occupied by the transcendentalists in the 19th century. “It’s a show that talks about how the land is one of the museum’s collections. We wanted to put together an exhibition to explain the work that we’ve done, not just around environmental education, but in management of the land and habitat creation … and try to explain to people how we see this land as a collection,” says LynchMcWhite. Staff members will offer stories about the land, samples of plants, a glimpse of the property’s archaeological materials, as well as explanations of the habitat work that was done to attract nature’s gentle creatures. Additionally, from now through August 10, The Ehrenkranz Basket Collection will be exhibited, which will not only give visitors a chance to witness the beauty and artistry of basket-making, but will also teach about the

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one being From Baskets to Bonﬁre: Basket Bombing Workshop. Visitors will learn how to weave a basket around a tree – a modern form of art that similarly resembles knitbombing, where artists will leave traces of their craft nearly anywhere. “Makers are trying to go out there and make their own public art and engage you with it, [right] where you are,” Lynch-McWhite explains. “It’s a very 21st-century art.” Like many of its previous seasons, Fruitlands will also keep open its ﬁve collections, including The Land, as well as the Fruitlands Farmhouse, the original farmhouse of the Bronson Alcott experience, which is the transcendentalist living experiment where Alcott and his family sought to live off of the land’s fruit while seeking a life that included changes in the ways of thinking about science, technology and divinity. This interactive farmhouse allows visitors to explore the lifestyle of the Alcotts through

touring the attic, playing relative games and learning about their vegan lifestyle. Other permanent collections at Fruitlands include the Shaker Museum, where visitors can observe the world’s biggest collection of documents that belonged to the Harvard Shakers, as well the Native American Collection, which tells the story of the Native American world through a variety of objects collected from New England, the Plains, the Southwest Coast and the Northwest Coast. Painting collections will also be on display, including the Hudson River School Landscape paintings, portraying the 19th century shift in art form with romanticized and idealized paintings of the Hudson River Valley. Nineteenth Century Vernacular Portraits are also on view, representing the time period where self portraits and how one was represented through art sparked the interest of New Englanders. This collection holds nearly 300 pieces in its gallery, one of the biggest portrait collections of its kind in the United States. “Fruitlands is a multidisciplinary museum. We are equally about history, art and nature,” says Lynch-McWhite. Those who have been a part of Fruitlands’ history remember highlights over the years, including Joseph Wheelwright, a talented local sculptor that sculpted “tree people” out of Fruitlands’ trees back in 2008. This interactive form of art, one that can involve visitors to watch on site, is favored by Fruitlands. “[Wheelwright’s show was] the explosion of Fruitlands going forward … these monumental, massive tree sculptures bring the landscape to life. It’s art of the land, in the land. I really wish those were still here,” says Lynch-McWhite. Fruitlands holds an Artist in Residence Program, where a local New England artist will work with the museum all season long. This year, Richard Kattman, landscape architect and abstract painter, will be on property and at the Visitor Center to create his work in an interactive way. “The Artist in Residence Program... [is] special because we, number one, try to make sure we’re focusing on the great talent of the New England artists that are here. They get to come up with really interesting ways that their art can impact our property. It’s always really fun,” says Lynch-McWhite. The 100-year mark for Fruitlands is a milestone many are proud to be a part of. “Our legacy has been this transformative place that’s really made a big difference. We want to do that going forward,” says Lynch-McWhite. As for the future of Fruitlands? “Some of our plans include another sculpture exhibition like Joe Wheelwright that really has great scale and scope,” she says with enthusiasm and a sky’s-the-limit attitude.

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After eight years under the radar, local Sutton-based rock band Thinner resurfaces with the release of its sixth album, “Elevator to Mars.”

The band's lineup consists of bassist and lead vocalist Neil Lucey, guitarist Danny McGee and drummer Craig Wilson. Recorded at the Woolly Mammoth by Sir David James Minehan of The Neighborhoods, the album features eight songs for a total run time of 23 minutes and 55 seconds, starting with the eponymous “Elevator to Mars.” This first song adequately sets the tone for the rest of the album, with its mellow tone and soft instrumentals. It evokes an almost nostalgic '90s feel, and combined with its lofty lyrics and mildly fantastic themes (taking an elevator to Mars, willingly and unconcernedly diving in front of cars), this album makes for very easy listening. It is the sort of music that can be heard playing during a lighthearted montage in an indie movie; relaxing, but not distracting. The consequence of such mildness is that the songs are very easily forgettable. While listening, I had the nagging feeling that I had heard this song before – for every song. Coupled with vocalist Lucey’s narrower vocal range, and the mildly overpowering instrumentals – which were fine with headphones, but on speakers became somewhat muffled – the songs have an added effect of merging into each other. There is very little empty space between the ending and beginning of songs, exacerbating that sense of blending. For the most part, the music falls short of evoking pathos, at times even sounding somewhat jarring in its combination of lyrics and execution. Particularly notable is “Black Forest Walking,” which describes losing the presence of a person and not being able to reclaim it. However, the tone and lyrics strangely eerie, sounding more akin to the thought process of the villain out of an old horror movie, rather than a sympathetic and lovelorn man. There are even police sirens inserted in the background. The backing instruments are fairly standard though, causing a noticeable disconnect. It is definitely an interesting choice, although it comes off as a little too awkward to be entirely enjoyable. “Rebound,” although less dramatic, is similarly discordant. In the back half of the album’s eight

songs, “Save Me” and “Postado” stand out in the album for its slower pace and more impassioned singing. Lucey’s voice becomes much more interesting and natural sounding at a slightly higher pitch, rather than the lower tone he attempts to use throughout many of the album’s earlier songs. Within “Save Me,” Lucey ﬂips between very smooth, emotional singing and a more hollow, almost nasally tone during the chorus, which puts

a damper on one of the better songs of the album. Both pieces are also largely devoid of artificially inserted everyday sounds, which populate many of the songs in ways that, while initially novel, eventually became tired. “Mr. Aviator” is a clear example of this. Automated airplane safety messages surround lyrics that describe a metaphorical Mr. Aviator who flies around, presumably with other women, to the distress of his partner. The safety messages follow the theme of the lyrics well enough, but placing a portion of the message in the middle of the song comes off as distracting, and entirely too long. On the whole, the album has a relatively short run time of about 24 minutes and eight songs. “Elevator to Mars” often falls flat in its attempts to sync up what it says and how it says it, at many points trying too hard to be kitschy or unique. Although, when Thinner strips away their awkward tools and tropes, they are capable of producing “Save Me,” a song that comes closer to their claim of “no bullshit rock,” and manages to get almost everything right. While it is not a work that will hold my attention, Thinner’s album would feel right at home as background music in the latest teen indie movie easily.

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Local conductor still passionate after 50 Years PHOTO SUBMITTED

Britney Smith

If you attended the Worcester Symphonic Project on Saturday, March 22 at Mechanic’s Hall you surley enjoyed a great show with some of the most talented local musicians collaborating together. The Project was made possible by the time and effort of its participating student musicians, professionals and conductors. Eric Culver, conductor of the Worcester Symphonic Project, was one of the key players in the project’s success.

Culver, who conducted Haydn’s 104 for the Worcester Symphonic Project, says the experience was great for him, the students and the professionals who were given the opportunity to play at Mechanics Hall. “It represents a breakthrough in Worcester’s musical life after the long hibernation of the Consortium instrumental projects, and the

reawakening of Music Worcester.” Culver, who is currently the Music Director for the College of the Holy Cross Chamber Orchestra (HC20), will celebrate his 50th year conducting choruses, orchestras and bands this year. His musical interest began from a young age with parents who played the violin for the Vancouver, Rochester and Dallas orchestras. “I got my start thinking that musical education was the norm,” says Culver. Growing up in Rochester, New York, a center for musical education, Culver began playing the ﬂute at the age of 7, studied piano at the age of 10 and conducted his ﬁrst concert at 13. He studied theory at the Eastman School Prep Department throughout his high school years. He went on to earn a master’s of Music with honors in Orchestral Conducting from New England Conservatory of Music, as well as his D.M.A. in Instrumental Conducting from Catholic University of America in 1998. Culver has been at Holy Cross for 15 years and has been involved in conducting their Chamber Orchestra (HC20), teaching, beginning a theory class, as well as writing scores and music for the school’s Theater

Department. He has also been involved with the New England Philharmonic and the Concord Orchestra conducting concerts, as well as two opera productions in Guatemala City. “I’ve been mentored in music and I try to mentor as much as possible. It’s not even a matter of creating professional musicians, it’s a matter of being in an atmosphere of creativity,” says Culver. Even with his busy schedule, Culver is on his way to the West Bank this upcoming June. There, he will work in Ramallah, with a training orchestra organized by Al Kamandjati. A grassroots music school, Al Kamandjati beneﬁts young Palestinian musicians in the refugee camps in Ramallah and Jenin. Culver’s afﬁliation with Al Kamandjati began when fellow conductor Peter Sulski began traveling to the West Bank 16 years ago. The children play Western, as well as traditional instruments and music. “There’s a tremendous amount that comes out of a kid when he connects with his heritage in a very personal way,” says Culver.

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Finding Another Way Back Chelsey Pan

“I have a question.”

Clark Student Lillian Schley on stage during a dress rehearsal of “.....like sisters.”

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Wyndham Maxwell, one of the 12 Clark University students from Raymond Munro’s yearlong seminar and workshop, declares emphatically. He stands to the right of an unfinished set as he recites the opening monologue of “….. like sisters,” addressing the dichotomy of Western humanity, into members of the primal mind; existing from the origins of humans up until the 18th century and whom view the world as infused with meaning and the world itself as having an inherent soul, and the modern mind; birthed out of the Enlightenment Era and whom live their lives informed by the scientific and technical advancements that developed after that time. As Maxwell delves into the historical basis for the Western society’s collective disenchantment and subsequent consumerist approach to the natural world, he concludes with an overarching question. “What does it do to us, to our families, to our communities, to our countries, to our world – what does it do to us, not just day after day, week after week, month after month, not just year after year, but century after century, what does it do to us to live century after century in a completely meaningless universe?” This question provides the framework through which “….. like sisters,” a performance collage loosely based on Anton Chekov’s “Three Sisters” and including other nonfiction works, such as “The CIA’s Control of Candy Jones” by Donald Bain. Developed by Raymond Munro and his students, the collage includes original work, choreography and projected media in order to further prod at the subject of changing consciousness. Munro and his students have studied the concept of evolving consciousness each Friday for a year, beginning with a seminar in the morning, during which they analyzed works such as “The Passion of the Western Mind” by Richard Tarnas. After breaking for lunch, the students reconvened for a rehearsal to test certain ideas, working toward a cohesive theater piece. The students built upon Munro’s initial outline, collectively forming “….. like sisters.” “….. like sisters” is structured by two poles: one represented by the three sisters of the Prozorova family at the end of Tsarist Russia, based on Chekov’s “Three Sisters,” and the other depicting three young women living together at Clark University who, through sharing a suite, clothing and boyfriends, find that they become, eponymously, like sisters. In a particularly meta way, the Clark students end up auditioning for “Three Sisters” in universe. The collage has a nonlinear format; the two concurrent storylines run juxtaposed with “documentary-like presentations” and adaptations of the history of Candy Jones, detailing her experience with mind control and hypnosis. The performance collage incorporates many aspects of how the current Western cultures and subcultures affect human engagement with the external world, particularly in regards to technology. While the advancement of technology and its use is not inherently bad, Munro argues that technology is dangerous when it moves people into unconsciousness, highlighting the effects the resultant lack of awareness has on people and how it is used to recapture meaning. “It’s an illusion, in the same way that Facebook gives you the illusion of intimacy,” Munro says. “A lot of times [technology] is a substitute for that enchantment.” In part, the collage aims to draw attention to the “Scientism” of modern Western humanity, which has turned the current post-Enlightenment worldview into something akin to a secular religion, while simultaneously pointing toward some form of reconnection. In much the same way that viewers research an opera before attending, the students and Munro have also organized a blog preparing information about each scene of the collage as well as the additional works that contributed to its creation. By reading the information available, audience members will be provided some context with which to absorb the work. The website can be found at likesistersblog.tumblr.com. Although the performance collage casts a critical eye upon many aspects of modern thinking and society, the intent is not merely to judge the current state of humanity. The piece acts as a lens through which one can re-evaluate their beliefs; it is “challenging the ruling premises since the Enlightenment,” says Marshall. “…..like sisters” ultimately intends to introduce people to new ideas, new perspectives, and possibly even start them on their own “Hero’s Journey,” finding another way back to a world infused with meaning. See a showing of “…..like sisters” at the Little Center on Charlotte Street at Clark University from Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee performance will also be staged Sunday, April 27 at 3 p.m. Admission is free with a college ID, and $5 for the general public.

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Eye of the Goat

The Eye of the Stoned Goat, a two-day festival in its fourth year, will add its name to Ralph’s Diner’s long list of fantastic rock shows on Saturday and Sunday, May 3-4. Ralph’s, known for its metal Thursdays and constant rotation of bands, both touring and local, welcomes the Eye of the Stoned Goat festival, which is set to feature a vast and diverse lineup.

While this year marks a four-year run, it will be the ﬁrst year the festival will make a Massachusetts appearance. The ﬁrst festival was held in Delaware and the the second and third events took place in Delaware and New York, respectively. The festival focuses on the heavier sides of metal, with a solidly stoner and doom slant.

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night as well, and they have their own brand of heavy and loud stoner, doomy jams. They are joined by Brooklyn, New York’s Kings Destroy, as well as Ogre, Lord Fowl, Beelzefuzz, Second Grave, John Wilkes Booth, Birch Hill Dam and Worcester’s own Set. Sunday’s lineup is equally as diverse, with headlining act Order of the Owl from Atlanta, Georgia rounding out the evening with heavy

metal tinged with classic and prog influences. Boston’s The Scimitar joins the evening with their more straightforward metal sound and Hamden, Connecticut’s Curse the Son provides ample stoner and doom grime for any aficionado. The day also brings Volume IV from Atlanta, Georgia, Ichabod, Rozamov, Neon Warship, Foghound, Geezer and Skrogg. Eye of the Stoned Goat fest is sponsored by Ripple Music, an indie label from California that focuses on heavy and classic rock bands, Heavy Planet, a stoner, doom and sludge music blog, 313 Artist Management, a stoner, doom and psychedelic podcast, and the Grip of Delusion radio show. So, be sure to check out Eye of the Stoned Goat 4 festival at Ralph’s Diner, 148 Grove St., Worcester, from May 3-4 and enjoy some heavy music, some cheap drinks and a good time. You can find more information about the two-day festival on Facebook and at theeyeofthestonedgoat.com. Tickets are available at the door on the day of the show for $20.

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Celebrating Courage

personal empowerment in a safe and comfortable environment. Safe Homes is located at 4 Mann Safe Homes got its start in 1998 St. in Worcester and at the center as a way to ﬁnd great foster of the program is its youth drop- parents for homeless LGBTQ in center, open every Thursday youth; later it came under the night. It is a peer-led and adult umbrella of The Bridge. supervised group that invites “It’s a place where these kids can really feel anyone between the ages of 14- respected and honored and elevate who they are and start to see their own potential and 23 to come and join in. While self worth,” says Safe Homes Director Laura the group has an emphasis on Farnsworth. LGBTQ youth, all are welcome On Friday, April 25, from 6-10 p.m., Safe to come and participate in Homes will celebrate brave individuals at its programs that range from yoga, seventh annual People of Courage Awards at Wachusett Country Club. The evening raises meditation and poetry slams both money for Safe Homes and awareness to coping skills and activities of social justice. A cocktail bar, a buffet geared toward combating dinner, a rafﬂe and auction and dancing will bullying and rejection. There accompany the presentation of awards. is always free food and Programs like Safe Homes are important and offer a place for kids to come together refreshments and to the 40-60 and share their stories and experiences. In kids that come every week, it a state-wide survey, LGBTQ youth were is a place to meet up and gain Joshua Lyford

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shown to be four times more likely to drop out of school, three times more likely to be threatened with a weapon at school and three times more likely to be forced to seek medical attention due to an injury sustained by a weapon at school. Nationwide, rejected youth are eight times more likely to attempt suicide. “We were all young at one point in time and we’ve all had our struggles,” says Peter Bacchiocchi, a board of trustees member of The Bridge and a Safe Homes Advisory member. “To have an organization that helps someone feel a little better about the fact that this is a struggle and, you know, that’s OK, is just great.” And as for the kids who come by on Thursday nights? They are a bright, diverse group with a lot of promise to contribute to the world. “I think that there is some bias against young people in our communities in general,” says Lorie Martiska, director of Development for The Bridge. “When you introduce them to the subjects of sexism, racism and all the other ‘isms,’ you start to hear their compassion and the real insight they have on

these topics. It’s remarkable to see.” “Even in the early 2000s it was still very taboo to be open and honest about advocacy in the LGBT community,” says Farnsworth. “We saw the need for recognition to people that were showing this kind of courage, and hopefully inspire others to contribute.” “It’s important to recognize that social justice is social justice, whether it’s for the LGBTQ community or any other community that is struggling,” adds Bacchiocchi. “We hope that what we do has an impact beyond what we do here.” If we can ignite a little tiny spark of courage in everyone that ttend the event, I think that one day this will grow into a bigger ﬁre, says Bacchiocchi. “It doesn’t have to be giant, it doesn’t have to make headlines, just little acts of courage. Those little tiny acts add up.” Tickets for the Safe Homes Spring Gala and People of Courage Awards Ceremony at the Wachusett Country Club, 187 Prospect St., West Boylston are available for $50. You can ﬁnd tickets, as well as more information on Safe Homes at Safehomesma.org.

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Worcester and its surrounding cities and towns are abundant with restaurants offering carefully prepared meals with fresh ingredients, served by friendly wait staffs. In this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best of Worcester issue we recognize these outstanding restaurants which have been featured in Worcester Magazine since the start of the new year. Below is a list of area eateries who have earned four or more stars in at least two categories in the recent months.

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An unassuming ďŹ xture in a strip mall between Routes 12 and 20 in Auburn, Jasmine welcomes guests into a relaxing atmosphere, serving quality Asian cuisine. Jasmineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fresh and ďŹ&#x201A;avorful entrees make it a go-to spot for Central Mass. diners seeking a quality Asian meal that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t veer too far from American standards, and its extensive offerings beg a return visit.

Outrageously fresh and ďŹ&#x201A;avorful dishes, a pleasant atmosphere with smiling and friendly service, and reasonable prices a la carte, Sol of Mexico on Pleasant Street in Worcester will never disappoint. Less than a hundred feet off Park Ave., Sol of Mexico brings to Worcester what no other Mexican eatery in the area can claim: an escape to a Mexican border town.

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Occupying the ďŹ rst ďŹ&#x201A;oor of the historic white colonial building at 502 Main St. in Sturbridge is Avellino, a modern ItalianAmerican restaurant that fuses traditional Italian ďŹ&#x201A;avors with modern American accents. With the warm, inviting interior, terriďŹ c service and superbly-prepared meals, Avellino in Sturbridge is an Italian meal that Worcesterarea diners should drive west to experience.

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FOOD ★★★★ AMBIENCE ★★★★ SERVICE ★★★★ VALUE ★★★★ 479 Main St. (Route 20), Sturbridge 508-347-1088 kaizen479.com Kaizen Sushi Bar and Grill offers patrons wonderfully prepared sushi dishes and pleasantly unique spins on familiar favorites. Kaizen features a wide variety of menu options to please enthusiasts and strangers to the delights of sushi alike all while catering

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In a small storefront, set back from Main Street in Spencer, is Kaboodle Pizzeria, Bar & Grill. It is the three-course experience

the name suggests with a small bar serving bottled beer and other alcoholic beverages, an open-kitchen design giving customers a view of ﬂaming skillets and a dining room with a dozen or so tables and chairs. At once the restaurant is both a bustling pizzeria and a comfortable eatery serving up delicious Italian-American-inspired cuisine at very affordable prices.

Thai Time

FOOD ★★★★1/2 AMBIENCE ★★★ SERVICE ★★★★ VALUE ★★★★ 107 Highland St., Worcester 508-756-7267 thaitimeworcester.com Last fall, the proprietors of Thai Time, a popular Clinton restaurant, opened a second branch on Highland Street in

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he average person in the United States can expect to live roughly 79 years. Unfortunately, for a bottle of wine, that’s not the case. In fact, most wines are best consumed between two to ﬁve years after release. With that in mind, it’s worth noting that some wines never get that far. A small percentage of wines, for one reason or another, are tainted and that leads to a very short life. Some of these so-called tainted wines may not even be suitable for drinking, thus relegating them to what I call WED (Wines’ Early Demise). No matter how well made the wine is or prestigious the producer may be, some wines become tainted. The reasons for this are varied. Astonishingly, most of us would not recognize a wine that is tainted. So here are a few things you should know that might help recognize WED. Corked Wine: A corked wine is one infected with trichloroanisole, a nontoxic chemical compound. It can smell like a wet or damp cellar. In mild cases the wine’s fruit taste can be a bit off. Oxidation: Oxidized wines are those that have had excessive exposure to oxygen. More noticeable in whites, the wine’s color will be much darker than normal. Volatile Acidity: Wines that are affected by volatile acidity often smell like vinegar and are easier to detect. They can also have a heightened sweet aroma that can be overpowering. Other ﬂaws that lead to tainted wine have more to do with consumers. If you leave wine in excessive heat it can adversely affect the wine. Conversely, if you store wine, especially reds, in extremely cold temperatures you run the risk of deterioration. In each of these cases the wine’s overall taste can be directly affected, thus detracting from the wine’s appeal. Fluctuation in OF THE WEEK temperature are something that we as consumers have Mulderbosch, some control over. Drinking a quality wine is what we all strive for. The tips Chenin Blanc 2011, mentioned here are to help you do just that. South Africa $15 Now tell me, taint that good advice?

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public is invited to this special event, which will feature the presentation of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s People of Courage Awards. The evening begins with a cocktail hour with cash bar, from 6-7 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner, from 7-7:45 p.m. Presentation of awards will happen from 7:45-8:15, dancing will follow from 8:1510 p.m. and an auction and rafďŹ&#x201A;e with round out the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events. Tickets are $50 and may be purchased online in advance. Proceeds beneďŹ t Safe Homes and helping to raise funds to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. Wachusett Country Club, 187 Prospect St., West Boylston. safehomesma.org.

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Noodles & Company, a national chain restaurant serving ďŹ&#x201A;atbread, soup and you guessed it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; noodles, is inviting the community to taste test its offerings prior to its opening in White City Plaza in Shrewsbury. A free lunch or dinner (entree and a drink) will be served to those registered on Saturday, April 26 and Monday, April 28. Visit events.noodles. com/register/ shrewsbury426 to register for Saturday and events.noodles. com/register/ shrewsbury428 to register for Monday, and choose the Shrewsbury location. The restaurant will also be donating 100 percent of its proďŹ ts on Tuesday,

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BOOK AND AUTHOR DINNER The Friends of Goddard Library at Clark University

hosts its ďŹ rst of several Book and Author Dinners on Tuesday, April 29, from 5:45-10 p.m. Authors Nicolas Basbanes, James Dempsey and Okey Ndibe will be the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s featured guests and will be mingling and eating with other guests throughout the evening. Following dinner, each author will speak of his writings and books, after which they will be available to sign copies of books. Tickets are $60 per person or $85 per person at a sponsor level. Registration for the event is due April 21 and may be made by emailing lscricco@clarku. edu or calling 508-793-7573. Clark University Center, Tilton Hall, 950 Main St., Worcester.

NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

The EcoTarium will host a gala event, A Night at the Museum, with hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, dinner and cocktails and entertainment on Saturday, May 17, from 6-10 p.m. This fundraising

event will include mystery and surprises with a S.T.E.A.M punk ďŹ&#x201A;are, with â&#x20AC;&#x153;rocketâ&#x20AC;? launching, visits by historical characters and live animals, moonlight train rides, live auctions and music by the Dale LePage Trio. Tickets are $125 per person and $1,000 for a table of 8. Advance reservation are required and can be made by calling 508-929-2703 or at ecotarium.org. Proceeds from the gala will support the EcoTariumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission to inspire a passion for science and nature. EcoTarium, 222 Harrington Way, Worcester.

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ow Bohemian is Acoustic Java? Very. Reminiscent of a communal home, the interior is stocked like a library meets game room meets dining area; it is almost as if all of the rooms in “Clue” have come together to create a very inviting space. Almost everything about Acoustic Java shouts homegrown, from its daily baked mufﬁns (including vegan, gluten free and nut-free options), to made-to-order sandwiches and artisan tea options that can be combined for a customized tea experience. The price, however, was decidedly neither bohemian nor homey. Starting at $2.99 for a small latte and moving up through $3.63 for a medium and a whopping $4.26 for a large, these prices were not in accordance with the college-age clientele nor the carefully constructed unruliness of the interior. And that’s if you only get the standard, dairy latte. Almost worse than the wildly-over-the-top surcharge for soy milk was the rude service with regards to this charge. I was told over the phone that there was no additional charge for soy milk, then was greeted with a $.79 (!) charge at the cafe! When I asked as to the reasoning for said charge, I was fairly snarkily told that when a customer orders different milk, the customer needs to pay the difference. Soy milk is more expensive than cow’s milk, that is true, but it’s only about a dollar more per gallon, which, particularly in the grand scheme of the purchases made by a café, certainly doesn’t translate to close to a dollar for every latte with little more than a splash of milk. That’s just pure proﬁt. Regardless of my disappointment, the latte was good. Really good. The drink had a thorough, even taste with no pockets of sweet juxtaposed with bubbles of sour. Instead, the expensive soy milk and the espresso mixed quite evenly and nicely. The latte hardly even called for a sweetener, but the taste of the espresso wasn’t at all neutered by the calm sweetness of the drink. Each gulp was tasty and smooth and tinted with the raw, stimulating taste of espresso. Much of Acoustic Java’s charm began to fade the longer I stayed and saw other patron’s suffer through what could be described as confused service. The charming atmosphere did begin to feel cluttered, but I’m sure this is a great spot for the college scene, with plenty to do with a group of friends avoiding studying or writing term papers for one more hour. My soy latte was pretty great, but the price really chipped away at my pleasure.

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Worcester. Occupying the storefront spaces that were formerly Tortilla Sam’s, Thai Time is a welcome addition to the city, serving up the most authentic-tasting Thai food Worcester has seen to date. Catering to American habits, the menu is comprised mostly of dishes that serve as a meal for one. However, it’s more fun to eat Thai style, sharing a variety of dishes among a tableful of diners. Either way, the ﬂavors at Thai Time are bright, the ingredients fresh, and the service welcoming.

Tavolino

FOOD ★★★★1/2 AMBIENCE ★★★★ SERVICE ★★★★★ VALUE ★★★★ 33 East Main St., Westborough 508-366-8600 tavolinorestaurant.us

Foxborough specializes in a specialty pizza bar catering to the game day crowd, Tavolino on 33 East Main St. in Westborough, just off of Route 30, features a more developed dinner menu of traditional Italian dishes alongside American bistro-type cuisine. The elegant yet modern decor is fancy enough for a nice Friday date night, but not stuffy or overbearing. Prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of food, though diners should expect entrees in the $20 range, appetizers in the teens, and most drinks ticking north of $7 per glass. On account of the great service and delicious meals, Tavolino should be on every Worcester-area diner’s short list for exciting Italian cuisine in Central Massachusetts.

Paesano Pizzeria

FOOD ★★★★ AMBIENCE ★★1/2 SERVICE ★★★1/2 VALUE ★★★★ 1121 Grafton St., Worcester 508-791-1121 paesanopizzeria.com Paesano Pizzeria in Worcester, a small holein-the-wall authentic Italian eatery, opened

just last August and so far, seems to have found a niche customer base of ItalianAmericans and those with a hunger for a slice of the Mediterranean.

The People’s Kitchen

FOOD ★★★★1/2 AMBIENCE ★★★★ SERVICE ★★★★★ VALUE ★★★★ 1 Exchange Pl., Worcester 508-926-8400 1nicheexchange.com/the-peoples-kitchen.php On the second floor of a refurbished brick building, tucked away behind the DCU Center with brick pathways leading to several entrances, The People’s Kitchen is a gem of a restaurant in Worcester’s downtown, with topnotch service and an atmosphere that sets the stage for intimate discoveries of flavors from the region and abroad. Portions are generous and while an item from start and an item from main may very well prove to be plenty for one sitting, those who choose the three-course dinner will choose from sweet finishing plates, such as a trio of sorbet, selected by the chef; a sample of Belgian chocolate Callebaut squares; vanilla bean panna cotta with fresh berries and other sweet treats.

building, guests enter by descending a halfdozen steps, proceeding through a wroughtiron door, walking down a long hallway, to ﬁnd a small restaurant tucked just off to the side. Though the approach is reminiscent of a speakeasy, Lucky’s welcomed us warmly at each of our visits, as friendly hospitality gave way to delicious meals. Lucky’s Cafe serves lunch and breakfast Monday through Friday, dinner on Friday and Saturday nights, and is well known for an excellent country-kitchen brunch on Sunday mornings.

Coral Seafood

FOOD ★★★★ AMBIENCE ★★★★ SERVICE ★★★1/2 VALUE ★★★ 225 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-755-8331 coralseafood.com Situated on Shrewsbury Street amidst a multitude of restaurants serving everything from Afghani cuisine to Brazilian breads, Coral Seafood is traditional in its setting and service, while its creations from the kitchen are above-par.

Lucky’s Cafe

Tavolino in Westborough is one of three restaurants under the Tavolino name, with sister restaurants at Patriot Place in Foxborough and Mashpee Commons. While

FOOD ★★★★ AMBIENCE ★★★★ SERVICE ★★★★ VALUE ★★★★ 102 . Grove St., Worcester 508-756-5014 luckyscafeworcester.com Entering Lucky’s Cafe at 102 ½ Grove St., in Worcester, is like walking into a secret club. In the sub-level of the old NorthWorks

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Richard O’Brien’s Book, Music and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien

Gloria’s emergence Jim Keogh

About half-way through “Gloria” I threw up my hands and said, “I get it.”

“It” is the notion that once you’re past your physical prime and carry the baggage of your former love life, dating can be a grind (and not the good kind of grind). For a woman, “it” is even rougher, with saggy older guys prowling for fresher-faced quarry knowing the odds are in their favor. Men die off earlier than their female partners, which means if you’re a male of a certain age the dating world is your oyster. The Gloria of the title is a 50-something divorcee in Santiago, Chile, whose oversized glasses appear to have been snatched off Dustin Hoffman’s nose at the conclusion of “Tootsie” and kept in storage until actress Paulina Garcia (as Gloria) could slip them on. The frames can’t hide the unhappiness behind Gloria’s eyes when she’s out looking for romance in the city’s discos (apparently there’s an endless supply of clubs catering to seniors who want to shake their replacement hips to songs like, well, Laura Branigan’s “Gloria”). One night, she hits the jackpot. A retired naval officer named Rodolfo (Sergio Hernandez), himself a divorcee, asks her on a date, and they tentatively evolve into a couple. At their first dinner Rodolfo confesses to having undergone gastric bypass surgery — the first time they disrobe it’s refreshing to see that the man is the one wearing the Spanx in the relationship. They seem to click, to the point where Gloria invites Rodolfo to meet her grown children and her ex-husband, which goes relatively well until Rodolfo disappears from the party without explanation. He’ll later reveal that he left because he felt out of place when the family began reminiscing about the old times. As the red flags start to fly, Gloria issues a priceless rejoinder to her whining boyfriend: “Grow a pair.” The film clearly wants to reflect on Gloria’s emergence — sexually, emotionally, socially — but it doesn’t go deep enough. Rather than the lingering shots of Gloria studying herself in a mirror or sprawled on her bed staring at the ceiling, how about some details to fill in the blanks of who she is as a person? Why is Gloria, divorced for 12 years, only now seeming to re-enter the dating scene? What is the true nature of her loving, yet oddly

remote, relationship with her children? And while we learn all about Rodolfo’s work — he owns a small amusement park — Gloria’s profession is a mystery. She works in an anonymous ofﬁce cubicle with no indication of what she does there or how well she does it. I suspect that director/co-writer Sebastian Lelio believed he was scoring points with his

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A HAUNTED HOUSE 2 (R) Blackstone Thurs: 12:50, 3:10, 5:20, 7:50, 10, FriWed: 12:50, 3:05, 5:15, 7:55, 10:10, 12:25 a.m.

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Wed: 6:40, 9:35 Westborough Thurs: 7:10, 9:15

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Free Live Acoustic Original Reggae and Jamaican Buffet at One Love Cafe. Both meat and vegetarian entrees. Call 774-272-3969 for reservations. $10 per person Buffett. 5-10 p.m. OneLove Cafe, 800 Main St. 508-753-8663 or facebook.com/ events/164007660454055. Last Thursday of the Month Hoedown. Zack Slik plays OldTime Back-Porch Music on banjo, mandolin, guitar, and harmonica. A foot stomping good time. Great food and drink with live music. 21+ Free. 7-11 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877. Monthly Union Uke Club Meeting. What we do is have a brief ukulele lesson, learn some chords and positions for them, work on our “strum”, and then play some 3 chord (easy) songs together. After that we have a chance for individuals to perform a song for the group, and then to socialize and talk about ukuleles. Free. 7-8:30 p.m. Union Music, Performance Center, 142 Southbridge St. 508-753-3702 or unionmusic.com/events.htm. Concert Band. This Spring concert features: Nessun Dorma Giacomo Puccini, The Symphonic Gershwin - George Gershwin, A Longford Legend - Robert Sheldon & much more! For more information about the event, call our Estabrook ofﬁce at 508-7937356. Free. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Clark University: Higgins University Center, Tilton Hall, 950 Main St. Karaoke. Karaoke by Star Sound Entertainment. 7:30 p.m.midnight. Hirosaki Prime, 1121 Grafton St. 508-926-8700. Belit. 8-11 p.m. The Mill, 185 West Boylston St., West Boylston. Open Mic Night w/ Host Ed Sheridan. Our weekly Open Mic Night is back for the winter/spring! Musicians of all kinds are encouraged to attend and participate. Our ever-capable host Ed Sheridan plays host to this classic event. Advance registration not required. Come share your gift! No Cover. 8-11 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566. Open Mic Night. Musicians welcome to perform. Just plug in. 8-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St., 65 Water St. 508926-8353. Audio Wasabi. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Funk For Now and Paul Harter’s KARAOKE / Magic show! We’ll start the night off with an hour and half of Karaoke. Finish the night off for at least another hour and a half with Paul Harter’s Karaoke. Free. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888. Hit the Bus. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580.

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College Night Featuring DJ Danny Fly. Come and experience Worcester’s HOTTEST College Dance Party! DJ Danny Fly will be spinning your favorite Top 40, Dance, Hip Hop! 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Industry Bar Room, 109 Water St. 508-756-2100. Eric Treehouse and Krista Baroni. No Cover. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Karaoke Thursdays. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Perfect Game Sports Grill and Lounge, 64 Water St. 508-792-4263. Metal Thursday CCXXXIX. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543 or facebook.com/metal. thursday. Turbine, Otis Grove. 21 plus. Doors at 6 p.m. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. Ricky Duran. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

80’s. “The sound track of your youth” 5:30-8 p.m. Webster House Restaurant, 1 Webster St. 508-757-7208. Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat. Let Dr. Nat start your weekend with jazz, swing, blues, soul, samba, R&B, Broadway, original songs about Worcester, and other surprises, such as special guest vocalists and instrumentalists. Dancers welcome! Ask about Thank Friday It’s Dr. Nat (TFIDN) menu bargains in the cabaret room! No cover charge, tips appreciated. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030 or natneedle.com/tfidn. Open Mic. Open to musicians, poets, comedians or anyone with a talent! Hosted by Patrick McCarthy. 6:30-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800 or nucafe.com/events. Rich O’Reilly. Free. 7-9:30 p.m. Mill Church Cafe, 45 River St Millbury MA, Millbury. 508-865-1517 or millchurch.org. Victory 10 Year Anniversary Party. 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Victory Bar & Cigar, 56 Shrewsbury St. 508-756-4747. Chris Reddy Acoustic Loops from Hell. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Press Box, 536 Lincoln St. 508-856-9255. The Auburn Dan Kirouac - acoustic. Cultural Council will Dan Kirouac has been part of the hosts its fifth annual art regional music scene for thirty show and sale, “Art for years. From the one-hit wonders the Arts,” on Saturday, to the lost classics, from the 60s April 26, from 10 a.m.-4 to today, every show is a different p.m. at the Pakachoag experience, drawing from almost Church in Auburn. Area 500 contemporary and oldie rock artists will be featured with and pop songs. Free. 8-11 p.m. mediums ranging from South Side Grille and Margarita paintings and photographs, Factory, 242 West Broadway (route to graphic art and sculpture. 2A), Gardner. 978-632-1057. Prizes will be awarded. The Dancing with a Star: Music Show if free and open to the and Dance of George public. Pakachoag Church, Washington. Who knew? Our 203 Pakachoag St., Auburn. beloved first President could really tear up the dance floor -- in 18th century style, of course! Historical dance troupe Reel Nutmeg joins us for this season finale to bring to life the dances Washington loved. We also feature American, English and German classical music that was enjoyed in the Washingtons’ home. And bring your dancing shoes if you’d like to try >Friday 25 out some historical moves at concert’s end! $30/General Admission, Ken Macy Performance. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St., $25/Senior/Student, Kids 7-17 Free with adult admission. 8-10 p.m. 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Mechanics Hall, Worcester, MA, Washburn Hall, Main St, Worcester, Thank Friday it’s Nat! 5:30 to 7:30, then Organic MA. 781-466-6694 or oldpostroad.org. Chemistry Organ Trio at 9 p.m. No Cover. 5:30-2 a.m. Nick’s Early Girl & The Big Boys. Music that feeds you. Rock & Roll Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. $5. 8-11 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829Dana Lewis Live! Dana Lewis Live! Every Friday evening. Great 4566. comfort food, Home made desserts, Full Bar, LOTTERY & W-I-D-E How Bizarre. 8-11 p.m. The Mill, 185 West Boylston St., West Screens. Playing in the bar. The Greatest Hits from the 50’S to the

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Boylston. Karaoke. Karaoke by Star Sound Entertainment 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Chooch’s Food & Spirits, 31 East Brookfield Road, North Brookfield. 508-867-2494. Karaoke. DJ & Dancing 12:30am - 2am Free. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222. Live Bands. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Black Sheep Tavern, 261 Leominster Road, Sterling. 978-422-8484. Bay State Blues Summit. Bay State Blues Summit with Special Guest John Hammond and Featuring Johnny A, Jeff Pitchell and Texas Flood, and Charlie Farren presented by Symply Fargone Productions. $48. 8:30-11 p.m. Mechanics Hall, Great Hall, 321 Main St. 508-752-0888 or mechanicshall.org. Live Bands. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Midnight Judges. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Ziontific Presents: Jeff Bujak, The Hornitz, more. (facebook.com/thehornitz) After a few years of experimenting and fine-tuning, Friendship and Stoo now create a show that is one of the most dynamic spectacles ever produced by two people. Using human beatbox, horns, keyboards and modern live-looping equipment they form large walls of sound and high energy dance parties. JEFF BUJAK (facebook.com/bujaklive) (facebook.com/jeffbujak) Massachusetts based performance duo ‘Bujak’ is Jeff Bujak (on the keys) and Jen Dulong (on the LED hula-hoop). $10. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or facebook.com/bujaklive. BILL McCARTHY @ ALL-STAR PUB. I’ll be playing all your favorite Classic & Contemporary Acoustic and Not-So-Acoustic Rock! Free. 9 p.m.-midnight Mohegan Bowl and All Star Pub Webster, MA, 51 Thompson Road, Webster. 508-949-2695. Happy Jack (Tribute to The Who). Relive the hits of The Who all night long! 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-842-8420. Nuzzy. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Randy & Dave Show. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Rivalry’s Sports Bar, 274 Shrewsbury St. 774-243-1100. The Curtis Mayflower, Ghosts of Jupiter, and The Blue Ribbons. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. The Midnight Judges. Classic rock and modern covers. 9 p.m.-midnight. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. Tony Soul Project @ Beatnicks. 9 p.m.-midnigh.t Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877 or tonysoulproject.com. Valvatross! Come dance and party with New England’s hottest original R&B, Funk, Blues, Soul plus Good ol’ Rock n’ Roll horn band! 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900. Brett & Lisa Brumby. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1

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Performances of the Rocky Horror Picture Show, presented by the Worcester County Light Opera Company, will be staged Friday and Saturday evening, from April 25-May 10 at 8 p.m. and Sunday afternoons from April 27-May 11 at 2 p.m. at the Grandview Playhouse, 21 Grand View Ave., Worcester. wcloc.org.

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Open Mic with the Old’school Band. Open Mic Jam 1st Saturday of month with The Old’school Band. Free. 8 a.m.-noon 3-G’s Sports Bar, 152 Millbury St. 508-754-3516. Bees Knees, Loose Salute, and Moose and The Mudbugs! 9-2 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. 508-753-9543. Choruses of the Worcester Consortium: Duruﬂe Requiem. Five colleges in the Worcester area join their over 300 voices to perform the Duruﬂé Requiem for soli, chorus, orchestra and organ. The concert which includes voices from Worcester State University, Assumption College, Clark University, Holy Cross College and Worcester Polytechnic Institute is under the direction of Dr. Christie Nigro, professor, Worcester State University with accompaniment from Erika Henning, mezzo-soprano; Rene de la Garza, bass; and Abraham Ross, organ. $15 general admission, $10 students and seniors. 3-6 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. 508752-0888 or mechanicshall.org. Amanda Cote Bluesy Americana. 7-10 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353. Dan Kirouac - acoustic (featuring special guest Dennis Cummins). Dan has been part of the regional music scene for thirty years. When not busy with the tribute band BEATLES FOR SALE, his solo performances showcase versatile vocals accompanied by his 6-string guitar. From the one-hit wonders to the lost classics, from the 60s to today, every show is a different experience, drawing from almost 500 contemporary and oldie songs. More information at dankirouac.com. Free. 7-10 p.m. Tavern on the Common, 249 Main St., Rutland. 508-886-4600. Dana Lewis LIVE! Playing & singing the Greatest Hits of the 50’s to the 80’s. “The soundtrack of your youth” No Cover. 7-10 p.m. Nancy’s Quaker Tavern, 466 Quaker Hgwy (Route146a), Uxbridge. 508-779-0901. Mark Robie. 7-9 p.m. Nu Cafe, 335 Chandler St. 508-926-8800. United States Air Force Heritage of America Band Concert. Doors open at 6 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Ticket holders are requested to be seated by 6:45 p.m. Those without tickets will be admitted for any available seating at 6:45 p.m. There will be an intermission. Free Tickets are available at the Jacob Edwards Library, 236 Main Street, Southbridge - Information Desk. 7-9 p.m. Southbridge Middle/High School Auditorium, 132 Torrey Road, Southbridge. 508-764-7909. BILL McCARTHY @ GUISEPPE’S GRILLE. I’ll be playing all your favorite Classic & Contemporary Acoustic and Not-So-Acoustic Rock Hits! Free. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Guiseppe’s Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508-393-4405. Cafe’ con Dios. Donation. 7:30-10 p.m. Faith Baptist Church, Main Auditorium, 22 Faith Ave, Auburn. 508-579-6722. Crimson Rain. Classic Rock $4 Donation suggested. 7:30-10 p.m. Faith Baptist Church, !Cafe con Dios!, 22 Faith Ave, Auburn. 508-832-5044. Student Recital. Showcasing Clark’s student musicians with an evening of sonatas, chamber works and jazz standards. Sima Kustanovich, accompanist. Free. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Clark University: Traina Center for the Arts, Razzo Hall, 92 Downing St.

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Dope Slap. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Speakers Night Club, 19 Weed St., Marlborough. 508-480-8222. Gilbert GOTTFRIED LIVE. A Stand Up for Laughs Comedy SPECIAL EVENT! Featuring Adam Webster and Will Noonan $26.50. 8-9:30 p.m. Halligan’s Sports Bar and More, 889 Southbridge St., Auburn. 508-949-1965 or ticketsforcomedy.com. The Fools. The Fools barged their way onto the Boston music scene with their first single “She Looks All Right in the Dark”. Known for their outrageous live performances the band quickly gathered a loyal and ever-growing audience. Their first national (and then international) hit record, “Psycho Chicken,” was a parody of Talking Heads’ Psycho Killer. With the signing of the band to EMI Records came the first two albums “Sold Out” and “Heavy Mental”. A second single “Its a Night (For Beautiful Girls)” then charted, followed by a cover of Roy Orbison’s “Running Scared”. $18 advance; $22 day of show. 8-11 p.m. Bull Run Restaurant, Sawtelle Room, 215 Great Road, Shirley. 978-425-4311 or tickets.bullrunrestaurant.com. 80’s Party ALL NIGHT LONG with The Flock Of A-Holes! 2 looong sets playing ALL NIGHT! Please, get here by 9:30. $8. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or facebook.com/pages/Flock-of-Aholes/127019150125. A Fine Connection. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Blueprint New American Bar & Grill, 9 Village Square, Westminster. 978-668-5580. An evening with Lisa Hall featuring Tom Lamark and Thomas Spears. No Cover. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Cosmic Slim & His Intergalactic Plowboys. Jug-bandy, rhythm-and-bluesy, country-rocky, jam-bandy eclectic electric music expressly designed for toe-tapping and rug-cutting. From the Mississippi Sheiks to Buck Owens, Burrito Brothers to Nat King Cole, Slim’s roots run deep and wide, guaranteeing a good time to be had by all. $5 cover $5. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Blue Plate Lounge, 661 Main St., Holden. 508-829-4566. Live Bands. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Custard Pie (Led Zeppelin Tribute). Enjoy a night of your favorite Led Zeppelin hits with Custard Pie! 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. JJ’s Sports Bar and Grill, 380 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough. 508-8428420. Goldrush. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Rivalry’s Sports Bar, 274 Shrewsbury St. 774-243-1100. New Bay Colony - Spring Chickens - The Rose Garden. The Spring Chickens of New Bay Colony come back to roost at Upton’s Rose Garden. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Rose Garden Restaurant and Pub, 16 Milford St., Upton. 508-529-7776. Silverbacks. $5. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Little Sugar and The Big Spoonful. Little Sugar and the Big Spoonful will be performing a vast selection of original foot stomping blues mixed with a little sugar soul. This is a special birthday bash show celebrating lead gutarist, Mike lynch’s birthday including a special guest! Don’t Miss! $8. 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. 508-926-8877.

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Ton of Blues. 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900. Aunt Judy. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035. Dj Reckless. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Perfect Game Sports Grill and Lounge, 64 Water St. 508-792-4263. Saturday Nights with DJ E-Class. DJ E-Class bringing the R & B remixes to get you out on the dance ﬂoor all night long! No cover charge. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Center Bar & Grill, 102 Green St. 508-438-0597. DJ Music Master Matty D. 11 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. 508-926-8353.

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Jazz Brunch. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Blackstone Valley Community Concert Band. We will be performing our twelfth annual spring concert, “Carnival of the Animals.” Our musical menagerie will include everything from Alligators (Alligator Alley), to lions (The Lion King), to Elephants (Baby Elephant Walk) to a whole assembly of our furry, feathered, finned, and shell covered friends (Carnival of the Animals). This is a musical event that your whole family will enjoy. Free. 2-3:30 p.m. Uxbridge High School Auditorium, 300 Quaker Highway, Uxbridge. bvccband. org. Jim Allard Memorial Concert With Special Guests. Featuring the Clark University Big Band & Jazz Combos. Free. 3-5 p.m. Clark University Campus Green, Rain location Clark University, The Grind, Higgins University Center, 950 Main St. Tony Soul Feature At Chooch’s. Back to Chooches for their Sunday afternoon jam. Love Big Mike & the folks there. Come early, stay late 3-7 p.m. Chooch’s Food & Spirits, 31 East Brookfield Road, North Brookfield. 508-867-2494 or tonysoulproject.com. U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band. The Fitchburg Civic Days Committee and the United States Air Force are pleased to announce a Free concert to be given by the United States Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band at Weston Auditorium at Fitchburg State University. The Concert Band features the diverse talents of 38 professional musicians whose commitment to excellence has earned worldwide acclaim and military distinction. Featuring a full rhythm section in addition to a wind ensemble, the Concert Band’s versatility entertains audiences with a variety of musical selections from Broadway to symphonic classical favorites from jazz to patriotic marches. The performance is part of the city of Fitchburg’s 250th anniversary celebration. Free. 4-6 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Weston Auditorium, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. 978829-1804. Big Jon Short - solo acoustic country blues. Free. 5-8

p.m. Vincent’s Bar, 49 Suffolk St. 508-752-9439. Hangover Hour at 5 p.m., then Andy Cummings at 8 p.m. No Cover. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. “Vinyl Siding” A group gathering for fans of VINYL, DJ’s and Turntables. Bring headphones and vinyl. Free. 6-9 p.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or facebook.com/ proﬁle.php?id=607748959308496. Jim’s Blues Jam at Greendales. Each week has a ﬁrst rate feature performer, followed by an open mike segment. Host Jim Perry keeps things rolling. No cover. 6-10 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. OPEN MIC SUNDAYS AT SNOW’S RESTAURANT WITH BILL McCARTHY. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook. Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it! at: OPENMCC@VERIZON.NET. Free. 7-10:30 p.m. Snow’s Restaurant & Pub, 321 West Boylston St. Lucky Dog KARAOKE with your host, Vegas magicman-hypnotist Paul Harter. Once Sunday a month, Paul will also be bringing his Vegas hypnotist show to the Lucky Dog stage! (wildhypnotist.com) DOORS at 8 p.m. Free. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or wildhypnotist.com. Niki Luparelli and her Zeppelin band Misty Mountains. 21 plus. Doors at 6 p.m. $8. 8-10:30 p.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629.

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Friends of Jacob Edwards Library presents “JoyCo”. The jazz trio of Brian Kearsley, Hugh Allen and Ray Kingston are well known in the area for their exciting performances. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends. The 6 p.m. annual meeting is also open to the public. An overview of the year’s activities will be shared and will conclude with the election of officers for 2014-2015. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Jacob Edwards Library, 236 Main St., Southbridge. 508-764-5426. Driftin’ Sam Politz. No Cover. 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. Open : Worcester. 21 plus Open : Worcester is an open mic and open decks event at The Electric Haze every Monday night. Open Mic 8-10 Open Decks 10-1 Sign-up for slots starts at the venue at 8 and is first come first serve. House equipment for DJs: Pioneer DJM900NXS Mixer 2x CDJ 2000s 2x Technics 2000s All music welcome! Collaboration is encouraged! 21+, Free Entry, Free HOOKAH SHARE, $2 PBRs Free. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629 or facebook.com/electrichaze. Blue Monday - Live Blues. 8:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St., Gardner. 978-669-0122. Bop & Pop Jazz Organization. Classic Hammond Organ Quartet grooves every Monday night at the Dive. Free. 9 p.m.-midnight. Dive Bar, 34 Green St. facebook.com/ BopNPopJazzOrganization.

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Community Chamber Orchestra Spring Concert. Professor Hildy Schilling leads members of the Community Chamber Orchestra in a mixed program ranging from classical to pop. Free. 7:30-9 p.m. Fitchburg State University, Kent Recital Hall (Conlon Music Room), 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. 978-665-3347 or ﬁtchburgstate.edu. 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. Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it! at: OPENMCC@VERIZON.NET. Free. 7:30-11:30 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350 or m.facebook.com/groups/2096 10855806788?ref=bookmark&__user=578549000. Abby Petkov and Joshua Rosen! No Cover. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Nick’s Bar and Restaurant, 124 Millbury St. 508-753-4030. C.U.Next Tuesday! Tunes in the Diner with DJ Poke

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Jazz Choir Jazz Combo Festival. Jazz Combo Festival hosted by the WPI Jazz Group and Richard Falco, Director. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. WPI: Alden Memorial, 100 Institute Road. Sheila Raye Charles, daughter of legendary Ray Charles. Free, Donations Accepted. 6-8 p.m. Straight Up Cafe, 795 Main St. 508-753-8700 or straightup-worcester.com. OPEN MIC Night with Sean Fullerton. A competent and professional musician/singer, professional grade equipment, punctuality, and ﬂexibility. Sean’s live shows are fun, exciting, and audience participation is always encouraged! Musical events at the Coffeelands Café run from 7-8:30 p.m. No cover charge, but pass the hat donations are accepted and appreciated for the musicians. Free with Suggested “Pass The Hat” donation. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Coffeelands World Gifts Espresso Cafe, 50 High St., Clinton. 978-360-3291 or coffeelandscafe.org.

Duotone Instrumental Guitar Duo. The Duotone Instrumental Guitar Duo is back! Come join us for some great food and swinging music. Free. 7-9:30 p.m. Sahara Cafe & Restaurant, 143 Highland St. 508-798-2181. WEDNESDAY NIGHT OPEN MIC/LOCAL MUSICIANS’ SHOWCASE w/ BILL McCARTHY @ GUISEPPE’S. To check the schedules and open slots visit: Bill McCarthy’s Open Mic World on Facebook. Email Bill McCarthy to reserve it! at: OPENMCC@VERIZON.NET. Free. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Guiseppe’s Grille, 35 Solomon Pond Road, Northborough. 508-393-4405 or m.facebook.com/groups/209610855806788?ref=bookma rk&__user=578549000. Hear Now Productions. 21 plus doors at 6pm $5. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Electric Haze, 26 Millbury St. 508-799-0629. Wacky Wednesday Open mic Jam with Mark. Come down and sign up to jam with Mark 8-11 p.m. Greendale’s Pub, 404 W Boylston St. 508-853-1350. Karaoke. Come down to Jillian’s of Worcester for Karaoke every Wednesday night! Wednesdays at Jillian’s is also Ladies Night which means all ladies, eat and play for Free. Complementary tortilla chips with salsa, vegetable crudities, and chocolate fountain with fresh fruit! Ladies also play pool for Free and receive a $5 game card for the arcade! Free. 8:30-1:30 p.m. Jillian’s - Worcester, 315 Grove St. 508-793-0900. Woo Town Wednesdays. Free show with MERCY WHITE and then KARAOKE with the “Magic Man” Paul Harter. Mercy White - new band featuring members of Rumble Syndicate, Late for the Sky & Mucklers Circle Free. 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. 508-363-1888 or facebook.com/pages/ Mercy-White/124562980936134. Jarred Adams. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Michael’s Cigar Bar, 1 Exchange Place. 508-459-9035.

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ADC Performance Center (@ The Artist Development Complex), 18 Mill St., Southbridge. 508-764-6900 or adcmusic. com/Index.htm. ArtsWorcester, Like It’s 1979, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through May 17. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday - Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Fre. 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/dept/Library. Booklovers’ Gourmet, Bartlett Art Department: Evolving Traditions, a display of student work, Through April 30; Bartlett Art Department: Evolving Traditions, a display of student work, Through April 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 er3.com/book. Clark University: University Gallery, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-8 p.m. Wednesday, noon-5 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 950 Main St. 508-793-7349 or 508-7937113 or clarku.edu. Clark’s Cafe and Art On Rotation Gallery, Hours: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday - Saturday. Admission: Free for galler. 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, Gallery Talk by Senior Alter-Ego Artists, Thursday; AlterEgo: Senior Concentration Seminar Exhibition, Mondays, Tuesdays,

Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, April 25 - May 23; Opening Reception for Alter-Ego: Senior Concentration Seminar Exhibition, Friday. Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday Friday, 2-5 p.m. Saturday. 1 College St. 508-793-3356 or holycross. edu/departments/cantor/website. Danforth Museum of Art, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, noon-5 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 123 Union Ave., Framingham. 508-620-0050 or danforthmuseum.org. EcoTarium, Animals Without Passports, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through May 4; Science + You, Through April 27. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $14 adults; $8 for children ages 2-18, $10 college students with IDs & senior citizens. Children under 2 & EcoTarium members Free. Additional charges apply for Tree Canopy Walkway, Explorer Express Train, planetarium programs & other special progra. 222 Harrington Way. 508-9292700 or ecotarium.org. Fisher Museum Harvard Forest, 324 N. Main St., Petersham. 978-724-3302 or harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/museum.html. Fitchburg Art Museum, Hours: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, noon-4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 25 Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg. 978-345-4207 or ﬁtchburgartmuseum.org. Fitchburg Historical Society, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m.-midnight Wednesday, closed Thursday - Saturday. 50 Grove St., Fitchburg. 978-345-1157 or ﬁtchburghistory.fsc.edu. Fitchburg State University: Hammond Hall, VISIONS, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, April 30 - June

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30. 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. ﬁtchburgstate.edu. Framed in Tatnuck, Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. 1099 Pleasant St. 508-770-1270 or wwwframedintatnuck.com. Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-4563924 or fruitlands.org. Gallery of African Art, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Donations accepte. 62 High St., Clinton. 978-265-4345 or 978-598-5000x12 or galleryofafricanart.org. 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 Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org. Museum of Russian Icons, Series of One Icon Exhibits, Through June 20; The Tsars’ Cabinet: 200 Years of Russian Decorative Arts Under the Romanovs, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through May 24; Traditional Russian Tea, Saturday. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 11-3 a.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 11-3 a.m. Friday, 9-3 a.m. Saturday. Admission: Adults $7, Seniors (59 and over) $5, Students (with ID) & children (3-17) $2, Children under 3 Free, Groups (any age) $. 203 Union St., Clinton. 978-598-5000 or 978-598-5000x17 or museumofrussianicons.org. Old Sturbridge Village, Admission: $7 - $20 charged by age. Children under 3 fre. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge. 800733-1830 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. Prints and Potter Gallery, American Contemporary Art & Craft Gallery, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, through Dec. 31. Hours: closed Sunday, 10-5:30 a.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10-7 a.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10-5:30 a.m. Friday, 10-5 a.m. Saturday. 142 Highland St. 508-752-2170 or printsandpotter.com. Rollstone Studios, Hours: 11-4 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. Admission: fre. 633 Main St., Fitchburg. 978-348-2781 or rollstoneartists.com. Salisbury Mansion, Hours: closed Sunday - Wednesday, 1-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Friday - Saturday. 40 Highland St. 508-7538278 or worcesterhistory.org. SAORI Worcester Freestyle Weaving Studio, 18 Winslow St. 508-757-4646 or 508-757-0116 or saoriworcester.com. Taproot Bookstore, Hours: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1200 West Boylston St. 508-853-5083 or TaprootBookstore.com. The Foster Gallery, 51 Union St. 508-397-7139 or thefostergallery.com. Funky Stuff, 11am-7pm Tues-Sat. Bringing the funk to Worcester through Fine Art, Jewelry, Clothing, Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables. We support local art, and we think you should too! 97C Webster St., Worcester. 508-755-5463. The Sprinkler Factory, the [space] between, Sundays, Saturdays, through April 27; the [space] between - Artist Talks, Saturday. 38 Harlow St. sprinklerfactory.com. Top Fun Aviation Toy Museum, Hours: 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday.

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21 Prichard St., Fitchburg. 978-342-2809 or 978-297-4337 or topfunaviation.com. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Admission: $12 Adults, $9 Seniors & $7 Youth, Free to Members & Children under . 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111 or towerhillbg.org. Worcester Art Museum, Carina Nebula: Michael Benson, Through June 22; Nude Drawing in the Galleries, Thursdays, through April 24; You are here, Through Aug. 31; Children’s Story time, Fridays, through April 25; Meditation in the Galleries, Fridays, through April 25; Families @ WAM Tour, Saturdays, through April 26; Zip Tour: Dutch Art, Saturday; Public Tour, Sundays, through Dec. 28; Drawing Club, Wednesdays, through April 30; U-student Wednesdays Free admission to WAM educational institutional members, Wednesdays, Oct. 2 - Dec. 31; WAM Talk with A Friend from the Worcester Friends discussing “A Peaceable Kingdom”, Wednesday. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday - Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission: Free for members, $14 adults, $12 seniors, Free for youth 17 and under. Free for all ﬁrst Saturdays of each month, 10am-noon. 55 Salisbury St. 508-7994406 or worcesterart.org. Worcester Center for Crafts, Hours: closed Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday. 25 Sagamore Road. 508-753-8183 or worcestercraftcenter.org. Worcester Historical Museum, Alden Family Gallery, Through Dec. 31, 2015; In Their Shirtsleeves, Through Dec. 31, 2015; School Vacation Week: Secrets in the Trunk, Thursday; Stories They Tell, Through Dec. 31, 2015; Worcester Treasures, Through Oct. 31; School Vacation Week: Meet Dr. Goddard, Friday. Hours: closed Sunday - Monday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. 30 Elm St. 508-753-8278 or worcesterhistory.org. Worcester Public Library, Hours: 1:30-5:30 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday. 3 Salem Square. 508-7991655 or worcpublib.org. WPI: George C. Gordon Library, 100 Institute Road. wpi.edu.

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Dick Doherty’s Beantown Comedy Escape. Fri & Sat April 25th & 26th Billy Winn Emma Willmann and friends. Fridays & Saturdays. Showtimes: Friday 9 p.m.-Saturdays 8 p.m. -$20pp. Prices: $20 Fri/Sat pp except Special Events. Drinks and Appetizers available in the show room. Full Dinner Available before Show in Restaurant. $5 off with College ID and Reservations, 2 for 1 Active Military or Veterans and Reservations $4 off with Dinner Receipt and Reservations. Make Reservations Early at 800-401-2221 or online at beantowncomedy.com. Sunday Night Cinemageddon! Every Sunday Night in the Diner! - Facebook: Ralphs Diner. Free. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Ralph’s Chadwick Square Diner, 148 Grove St. Call 508-753-9543 or facebook.com/ralphs.diner. Mr. Smartass Theatre - Wednesdays. Mr. Smartass Theater is a live homage to the classic television program Mystery Science Theater 3000, Featuring Shaun Connolly, Michael Szymczak and Derek Ring. Every show is unique, every show starts at 9:30, and it’s always Free to get in. And it’s especially Free if you’re wearing a tube top. Ladies? Free. 9:30-11:30 p.m. Lucky Dog Music Hall, 89 Green St. Call 508-363-1888 or visit facebook.com/mrsmartasstheatre. StageTime Comedy Club - Saturdays. Worcester’s Alternative to Comedy. $10. 8-10 p.m. Jose’ Murphy’s, 97-103 Water St. Call 508792-0900 or visit stagetimecomedyclub.com. The Sort Of Late Show with Shaun Connolly and the Over-Qualiﬁed Band - Thursdays, Thursday, October 17 Thursday, December 18. The only show of its kind here in sunny, sunny Worcester. Free. 8-10 p.m. Beatnik’s, 433 Park Ave. Call 508-

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926-8877 or visit facebook.com/sortoﬂateshow. FRANK FOLEY’S COMEDY SAFARI - Saturdays. Shows every Sat night. Free parking. Full menu before or during show. $20 Per Ticket. 8-9:45 p.m. Viva Bene Italian Ristorante, 144 Commercial St. Call 774-452-1131 or visit Frankfoleyscomedysafari.com. StageTime Comedy Club - Saturdays. StageTime Comedy Club has some of the area’s up and coming comedians every Saturday @ 9 p.m. $10. 9-11 p.m. Canal Restaurant & Bar, 65 Water St. Call 508-826-8496 or visit stagetimecomedyclub.com. Robin Hood by Jack Neary - Tuesday, April 22 - Saturday, April 26. Children of all ages will enjoy this updated version of the classic ROBIN HOOD. The storyline is this - Margaret LaFontaine learns that the famous ‘Misdirected Theatre Company,’ hired to present ROBIN HOOD, has been misdirected, and will not appear. With a full house to play to, Margaret rounds up her loyal theatre crew--the stage manager, the sound designer, the costumer, the technical director, and the UPS guy who happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time--and ‘tells the story.’ All the most beloved Robin Hood tales are covered--the challenge in the woods between Robin and Little John, the sweet romance with Maid Marian and, of course, the encompassing story of Robin’s battles with evil Sir Guy of Gisbourne and the treacherous Sheriff of Nottingham. Margaret brilliantly drives the story as her associates use the UPS crate-fortunately ﬁlled with the ROBIN HOOD props and costumes that did arrive, and the performance is saved. Many laughs, lots of adventure and swashbuckling action. Best of all--the parents who attend the show have as good a time as the kids. Performances: Tuesday, April

Worcester Public Schools host a monthlong Arts Festival, from May 2-30 at Worcester Public Library. More than 800 pieces of artwork created by students will be on display. Free concerts will be performed Friday, May 2, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. A Meet the Artists Gala will be held Tuesday, May 6, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. On Thursdays, from May 8-29, the public is encouraged to be inspired by the still life displays and create a work of art of their own. A limited supply of pencils and sketch paper will be provided, so participants are encouraged to bring their own drawing supplies. The Open Drawing Studio on Thursdays are free. Worcester Public Library, 3 Salem Sq., Worcester.

22 at 2 p.m., Wednesday-Friday at 6 p.m. and Saturday, April 26 at 2 p.m. here is plenty of Free parking, and refreshments will be available for purchase. $12 at door, $8 for 5 or more. Trinity Lutheran Church, Jeppson Hall, 73 Lancaster, St., Worcester. Call 508-753-2989 or visit 4thwallstagecompany.org. ”Like Sisters” - Tuesday, April 22 - Sunday, April 27. Clark University’s Theater Arts Program presents “Like Sisters”, a devised theatre piece. Based on the works of Anton Chekhov Directed by Raymond Munro. Like Sisters looks with a critical eye at how we consume technology, perceive nature without an interior, and human beings without a spirit. It is structured by two poles; one is represented by the three sisters from the Prozorova family in the fading of Tsarist Russia. The other involves three young women sharing residential life at Clark University in 2014 who through the sharing of their suite, clothes, and boyfriends, ﬁnd that they become like sisters. Bridging the two poles the piece moves through the 20st century in a non-linear way touching upon the themes of propaganda, public relations, and mind control. $5, Free with College April 22-26 @ 7:30 pm April 27 @ 3 pm (matinee) I.D. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Clark University: Little Center, Michelson Theatre, 950 Main St. Call 508793-7356. Shakespeare, a la carte - Thursday, April 24. Mount Wachusett Community College’s “Mount Players” will perform Shakespeare, a la carte. The show features some of The Bard’s greatest scenes from

Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, Julius Caesar and Othello. Directed by MWCC Adjunct Professor Jeri Warren, the cast includes Nicholas Marques, Hayley Blackmer, Jonathan Dano, Jeremy Zendzian, Austina Towle, Alana Jones and other Mount students. Free admission. 12:301 p.m. Mount Wachusett Community College: Theatre, 444 Green St., Gardner. Call 978-630-9388. Worcester State Theatre Presents “Twelfth Night” by William Shakespeare - Thursday, April 24 - Saturday, April 26. With cross dressing, love triangles, and hasty marriages, you could call the Island of Illyria a 19th century Las Vegas, but that wouldn’t be fair to Illyria. In Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, love and comedy are the vines that weave through shipwrecks, foiled villians, and mistaken identities – what happens in Illyria, stays in Illyria. Tickets are $7 for students, $10 for seniors and $14 general admission. Thu.-Sat. 8-10 p.m. Sun. 2-4 p.m. Worcester State University, Shaughnessy Administration Building, Fuller Theater, 2nd Floor, A-262, 486 Chandler St. Call 508-929-8843 or visit worcester.edu/VPADept/default.aspx. A Murph’s Comic Productions Comedy Joint - Friday, April 25. Come make a night of laughter as Worcester’s James Dorsey headlines this event. Opening for James. is the very funny and talented Sarah Blodgett. Also appearing on this line up is The hysterical Tony Capabianco and funny man Matt Chaves. Hosted by Murph, who is also very funny. $15. 8-10 p.m. Fiddlers’ Green Pub & Restaurant, Mai Hall, 19 Temple St. Call 508-450-6788. Rocky Horror Picture Show - Fridays, Saturdays, Friday, April 25 - Sunday, May 11. $17-$20. Fri & Sat. 8-10:30 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m.-4:30 a.m.Grandview Playhouse, 21 Grandview Ave. Call 508753-4383. Stew and Story - Saturday, April 26. STEW AND STORY--- MARK TWAIN. This is a Readers Theater play featuring Mark Twain stories brought to life by a Gateway troupe. The evening will start with a potluck supper, followed by the “story” and concluding with dessert & coffee. Bill Guy is directing the event, assisted by Suzanne Adams coordinating the food. Reservations are requested in order to set up enough tables & chairs. The suggested donation is $10. To make reservations, leave a message on the Gateway machine 508-7644531. suggested donation $10. 6-8 p.m. Gateway Players Theatre Arts Barn, 111 Main St., Southbridge. Call 508-764-4531.

dance >Friday 25

Dance Club Spring Shows. Love lyric? Hot for hip-hop? And all that jazz - then don’t miss the 32th annual spring dance show! The Dance Club-the largest club on campus with more than 200 membersstrut and sway in a dynamic and diverse show featuring selections of nearly 20 dance styles. Get your tickets early or you won’t get a seat! Tickets: $5/general public & students (at the Hammond Hall). 7-9:30 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Weston Auditorium, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. 978-665-3347 or ﬁtchburgstate.edu. “Last Friday’s” Sponsored by WCACA. $5 before 11 p.m. Ladies/$10 everyone after 11 p.m. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Loft 266 Bar & Lounge, 266 Park Ave. 508-796-5177 or worcestercarib.com.

>Saturday 26

Dance Club Spring Shows. Love lyric? Hot for hip-hop? And all that jazz- then don’t miss the 32th annual spring dance show! The Dance Club-the largest club on campus with more than 200 membersstrut and sway in a dynamic and diverse show featuring selections of nearly 20 dance styles. Get your tickets early or you won’t get a seat! Tickets: $5/general public & students (at the Hammond Hall). 4-6:30 p.m. Fitchburg State University: Weston Auditorium, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg. 978-665-3347 or ﬁtchburgstate.edu. Super Singles ® Dance - Shrewsbury - Maironis Park. SINGLES DANCE 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Dance Lesson 7:30-8 p.m., Incredible DJ Music, Comp. Pizza Buffet and Dessert, Door prizes, Cash Bar, Friendly atmosphere, Best for Singles approx. 35-65 y.o. from all types of professions & backgrounds for socializing, dancing

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Upload your listings at worcestermagazine.com. Click the Night & Day toolbar, then choose Calendar to place your event listing in both our print and online weekly calendar. and general entertainment. Great for Professional and Business Singles in the area. (couples welcome) This should be a great night with great music, you & our MA, NH & RI friends. It also should be a good opportunity to meet some quality singles new & old to the area. Proper Business/Casual Attire required.Dress To Impress. $15. 8 p.m.-midnight. Maironis Park, 52 S. Quinsigamond Ave, Shrewsbury. 781-439-9401 or SuperSinglesDance.com.

poetry >Thursday 24

National Poetry Month Celebration. Poets Clair Dejutis, David Williams, and Susan Roney-O’Brien will read from their original works. Books will be available after for purchase and signing. A small reception will follow the reading. Free. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Worcester State University: Student Center, Fallon Room, 486 Chandler St.

fairs/ festivals >Saturday 26

9th Annual Opening Day at Sugar Hollow Farm. Workshops on Kimchi, backyard edibles, Wolf Talk with live wolves, Mass Fish and Wildlife, Mass Environmental Police with ATV, Natural vendors, games, Free seed planting for kids, music, bring a lunch and eat under the apple trees. Purchase a tree to help the Arbor Day Foundation and RECEIVE a Free milkweed seed to help the Monarch Butterﬂies. $7 pp, $25 fam of 5 cap, vets/ser m/w spouses and kids Free with proof of service. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sugar Hollow Farm, 425 Queen Lake Road, Athol. 978-652-5186 or sugarhollowfarm.info. Earth Day Kids’ Celebration-Ice Cream-Face PaintingFree. Join us for our Earth Day Celebration for kids! We’ll have Window Painting , an Ice Cream Truck, Seed Planting, Animal Visits, a professional Face Painter and Lots MORE! Rain or Shine. Free for kids! Free. 2-4 p.m. Cutie Patuties Children’s Consignment Store, 1021 Central St., Leominster. 978-534-6604 or facebook.com/ cutiepatuties/events.

>Sunday 27

African Women’s Health Summit. Free. 1:30-2:30 p.m. YWCA of Central Massachusetts, 1 Salem Square. 508-736-5325 or uhai.org.

>Tuesday 29

Worcester Family Partnership’s 4th Annual Health And Safety Fair. Useful Information, Fun Activities, Demoes and more! Stay tuned for more information as we get closer to April 29th! Free. 3:30-6:30 p.m. YWCA of Central Massachusetts, 1 Salem Square. 508-799-3136 or facebook.com/worcesterfamilypartnership.

class/ workshop >Friday 25

Yoga By Nature. Instructor: Lynsey Smith Experience the practice of yoga surrounded by the gardens of Tower Hill. Yoga by Nature classes place emphasis on the integration of breath and movement in a gentle to moderate ﬂow. Member: $10, Non-member: $17. 9-10:15 a.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-8696111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.org. Introduction to Spring Cleansing Your Body. Eating Clean is a way of life, not a diet. Imagine if you felt more alive? Imagine if you felt lighter? Imagine if you shed unwanted weight? When was the last time you thought about the toxins in your body? Feeling more alive starts by eating foods that naturally support and detox your body. In this 90 minute introduction session, you will learn what foods are toxic to your body and how to eliminate them form your diet. Come to the class on detoxifying your body and start to improve

your eating habits and learn what foods can help to boost your metabolism and energy level. $40. 6:30-8 p.m. Amethyst Point, 64 Dewey St. 774-232-9632. Collector’s Weekend 2014. Whether a serious collector, casual shopper, or simply a Christmas enthusiast, join us for this year’s Collector’s Weekend here in Sutton. Learn to paint your own Vaillancourt Chalkware Santa under the guidance of our artists, attend the holiday Lecture series with professionals within the industry, be entertained with the Friday evening opening where we introduce premier numbers of exclusive pieces, and enjoy the highly anticipated Collector’s Dinner— this year, at the Beechwood Hotel in Worcester, conveniently where a block of rooms are reserved! Friday evening’s Reception opening will include to be announced live music from 6-7:30. Saturday’s lectures will be announce soon! Attention Painting Workshop Attendees: Registration will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. and will include a visual presentation in Blaxton Hall. Following the presentation, painters will be given their materials for the painting workshop. Vaillancourt Folk Art, 9 Main St., Sutton. 508-476-3601 or collectorsweekend.com.

>Saturday 26

Workshop on Positive Thinking. Change Negative into Positive You are what you think Over recent years many of us have become more aware of how to keep our bodies healthy. Today, there is an emphasis on wellness and an increasing curiosity about mastering the power of the mind. Yet how many of us have really explored our minds? The energy of the human mind is thought. Thought is said to be one of the greatest, but least understood, energy resources of the universe. The Positive Thinking workshop will improve your understanding of your mind and guide you in helping your mind create thoughts in a positive and healing way that is in cooperation with your needs. Through discussion, reflection and exercises, the workshop will show you how to face challenges, explore solutions and resolve conflicts with a more positive outlook. You will learn to feel more in control of your thoughts, actions and reactions. RSVP: 978-577-5021 | bkshrewsbury@gmail.com| bkboston.org. All are WELCOME. Free. 9:30-11 a.m. ATFS Center, 433 South St., Shrewsbury. 978-577-5021. Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse. Want to get rid of those winter blahs? Feeling sluggish, cold and tired? Carrying a few extra pounds? Gave up on the New Year resolution? An Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse is the answer. This is not a harsh, chemical-laden colon cleanse. Ayurveda uses foods, spices and herbs that loosen stored toxins and flushes them away naturally. This cleanse will use Ayurvedic principles as a guide through 3 segments - Prepare, Diet (cleanse and purge) and Rejuvenation. C’mon and get rid of what you are holding on to! Let’s get ready for summer! $35. 1-2:30 p.m. Central Mass Yoga and Wellness, 45 Sterling St., West Boylston. 508-8351176 or nyayayoga.net.

>Monday 28

Discovering Nature as a Preschooler - Spring 2014 Monday Session II - Class 3 of 6. This six-week series of nature classes is designed for young children ages 4 to 5 unaccompanied by a parent. Each week brings a new focus, but we’ll always begin indoors with games, activities, or crafts, and then explore the great outdoors on Broad Meadow Brook’s clearly marked trails. This is a wonderful opportunity for young children to learn about nature and meet other children, in a safe, caring environment. Monday session. For ages 4 to 5. For more information and to register, call 508.753.6087. $100 Mass Audubon Child Members, $125 Child Non-members. 9:30 a.m.-noon Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org.

>Tuesday 29

Discovering Nature as a Preschooler - Spring 2013 Tuesday Session II - Class 3 of 6. This six-week series of nature classes is designed for young children ages 4 to 5

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unaccompanied by a parent. Each week brings a new focus, but we’ll always begin indoors with games, activities, or crafts, and then explore the great outdoors on Broad Meadow Brook’s clearly marked trails. This is a wonderful opportunity for young children to learn about nature and meet other children, in a safe, caring environment. Tuesday session. For ages 4 to 5. For more information and to register, call 508.753.6087. $100 Mass Audubon Child Members, $125 Child Non-members. 9:30 a.m.-noon Mass Audubon: Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary, 414 Massasoit Ave. 508-753-6087 or massaudubon.org.

>Wednesday 30

Getting Golf Ready - An Introduction to Golf Fitness. Kathy Ekdahl, Titleist Certified Golf Fitness Instructor, and Marlborough Moves, a Free year-long health and wellness program from the Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce, are hosting this Free workshop, which will cover the basics of a proper golf warm-up, core exercises to support the golf swing, and how to evaluate golf fitness to create a personalized fitness regimen. If interested, an RSVP is required to kathy@personalbestpersonaltraining.com. Attendees should wear comfortable clothes, bring a golf club for fitness drills, and get their body and mind ready for a great season of golf! Free. 5:30-7 p.m. Marlborough Country Club, 200 Concord Road, Marlborough. Yoga By Nature. Instructor: Lynsey Smith Experience the practice of yoga surrounded by the gardens of Tower Hill. Yoga by Nature classes place emphasis on the integration of breath and movement in a gentle to moderate flow. Member: $10, Non-member: $17. 6-7:15 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-8696111, ext. 124 or towerhillbg.org.

lectures >Thursday 24

The Old Neighborhood. Thomas Doughton, Senior Lecturer for Interdisciplinary and Special Studies, College of the Holy Cross, will discuss the development and unique history of Worcester’s black neighborhood, Laurel/Clayton, and its eventual loss due to the urban renewal efforts of the 1960s. This program is part of the Bondage to Belonging lecture series on the regional African American experience in Worcester County. Free. 7-8:30 p.m. Worcester Historical Museum, Fletcher Auditorium, 30 Elm St. 508-753-8278.

>Friday 25

The Future of Animal Research in the Context of the 3Rs (Reduction, Reﬁnement and Replacement). Speaker: Joanne Zurlo, PhD, Senior Scientist, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Part of the Spring 2014 Animal Matters Seminar Series presented by the Center for Animals and Public Policy with the American Society for Lab Animal Practitioners. Members of the public are invited to this Free seminar. Free. noon-1 p.m. Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, Varis Lecture Hall (entrance on Jumbo’s Path, behind the Large Animal Hospital), 200 Westboro Road, North Grafton. 508-839-7991 or vet. tufts.edu/capp/animal_matters.

within 75 miles of Worcester. David M. Harlan, MD, Cheif of Diabetes and Co-Director of the UMass Memorial Diabetes Center of Excellence, will discuss advancements in the treatment of the disease, the importance of self-management and nutrition, and counseling for behavior modiﬁcations. This presentation is open to all in the community and is part of Fallon’s Provider Speaker Series. Call 1-888-807-2098 to sign up (TTY users, please call TRS Relay 711). Free. 6-7 p.m. The FCHP Info Center, White City Shopping Center, Route 9, Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury. fchp.org/info-center.

>Tuesday 29

Forrest Gander and Christina Davis Craft Talk. Gander (Brown University) and Davis (Harvard University) will discuss poetry, translation, and the writing life. It will take place in the Eager Auditorium, and it will include a short reading by this year’s winner of the Barbara Pilon Poetry Contest, honors student Sarah Leidhold. Gander, a ﬁnalist for the Pulitzer Prize, and Davis, the winner of the Nightboat Books Prize, will have books available for signing and cash purchase. Gander and Davis will also read at WPI that evening at 7 p.m. in Salisbury Labs (Rm. 115) in Kinnicutt Hall. Free. 3-4:15 p.m. Worcester State University, Eager Auditorium, 486 Chandler St. 508-929-8078.

>Wednesday 30

It Doesn’t Have to Look Old to be Historic: Worcester’s Mid-20th Century “Dunroving” Neighborhood. Presented by Jennifer Doherty Did you ever wonder about the cluster of modern houses on Aylesbury Road, or about the Colonial Revival and Tudor style houses on streets nearby? Join us for a fascinating talk about the architecture, architects, developers, and social history of the West-side residential neighborhood “Dunroving” - built up between the 1930s and 1970s. Preservation Worcester intern, Jennifer Doherty, has researched the development of several West Side residential neighborhoods - becoming an expert in mid-20th century suburban expansion north of the city. Free and open to the pubic. 5:30-7 p.m. Preservation Worcester, 10 Cedar St. 508-754-8760 or preservationworcester.org/pages/events.html. Be Mentally Well Lecture Series - Psychosis. Free and open to the public. 6:30-8:30 p.m. UMASS Medical School, Amphitheater 1, Second Floor Medical School, 55 Lake Ave N.

>Saturday 26

Walden’s Shore: Henry David Thoreau and Nineteenth Century Science. Robert M. Thorston, a professor of Geology at the University of Connecticut, presents his latest work. Using evidence from local collections including Fruitlands, Thorston discusses Thoreau as a great geological mind of his day, following in the footsteps of Charles Lyell and Charles Darwin. Free with admission. 1-2 p.m. Fruitlands Museum, 102 Prospect Hill Road, Harvard. 978-456-3924, ext. 291 or fruitlands.org/lecture.

>Monday 28

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Ariens ST 524 Snowblower Good condition. $300.00 For appointment call 508-829-5161 Beautiful crystal blue gown with shawl size 7. Worn once. Paid $600.00 asking $50.00 cash only. 508-829-9240 Coleman Gas Camping Stove Coleman Camping Stove - Gas $30.00 978-537-8603 Corian top, two sinks, fits 5 foot vanity 2 brass faucets etc. Used, good $225. 508-865-9584 Easy Setup Intex Pool 15’ wall to wall dia. W/accessories. Used 1 summer. Asking $125.00 978466-6160 leave message Fold-away guest bed. Collectible M.Monroe replica telephone-$190.00 508-963-3656 GE 30" Free Standing Selfcleaning Range Removable drip bowls. 2YR’s young. Orig. $400 Asking $200 Exc. 774-234-0034 HP DeskJet 3050 J610 Series Printer HP DeskJet 3050 All in One J610 Series Printer. Have all papers. $50.00 978-466-6160 Light Truck Tires 4 Firestone Destination LE, Size P215-75R15 Exc. Tread, $150, 978-5340711Ask for Steve Loop-Loc Pool Cover Fits 18x36 in ground pool. Exc. cond. $400.00 508-886-4905 Men’s Golf Clubs Driver 460 cc, 3 Wood and 5 Wood Metal. Call 508-886-6275. Milwaukee Cordless Drill 1/2" D-Handle 18 volt, 3 baty. charger. Paid $400. Like new. $200 BO 978-728-4316 NYC Tiffany’s Crystal Decanter Tartan Plaid. Store Price $180.00 Will Sell for $95.00 or B.O. 508829-7074 Party Chairs For All kinds of functions. Blue. New cond. 22 Available $198.00 Call Jay 978868-2985

TV Stand with CD/ DVD Racks $40 Call 978-390-3432 Trombone, Liberty by Bach, like-new with case, stand, cleaning wipe. $500. Call 508-2120178. Western Saddle $150.00 978-537-0362 FREE Portable Basketball Hoop. FREE. First to pick it up gets it! 508-865-3322 FOR SALE SHEDS 8X8 $1150 8X12 $1650 8X16 $1900 10X16 $2500. Other sizes available. Built on site. 413-427-1562 FURNITURE a NEW QUEEN pillow top mattress set

Furniture for sale Pair of soft blue loveseats. Excellent condition. Formal - fleur de lis cut into fabric. $350. Lovely cream colored oriental rug with blue trim and soft rose flowers. 8 X 10 - like new condition $650. Hutch, french provincial style. Dark mocha wood. 43 inches wide. $250. Call Amy at 508 751-2952. MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Used Piano Story & Clark upright. Excellent condition. $2900. (508)829-5595

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Templeton $225,000 4 br 2.5 bath colonial. Eat in kitchen with breakfast bar, atrium door to deck area. Formal dining formal living with crown molding, mellow hardwood floors. easy access to Rt 2 at exit 20 2 1/2 ceramic tile bathrooms, laundry on first floor. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x14 www.paulasavard.com

Sterling $234,900 4 br 1 bath multi-level. Stately front to back multi level split with gable facade. Title V for 4 bedrooms. Ideal is 2 bedrooms main level. Upper level 2 room master suite. Family room with wood stove. One family owned. Permit for garden stand transferable. Easy highway access to 140,62 and I 190. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x 14 www.paulasavard.com

Holden $279,900 Sunny and bright 3 br, 2 full bath contemporary colonial featuring open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, hardwoods,1st floor laundry, and new kitchen cabinets/granite 2014. Master suite offering cathedral ceilings, balcony, bath. Located on 0.82 acre 1 mile from center of town with babbling stream at side of yard. Electric panel for backup generator. This house was rebuilt with new second floor addition in 2004/2005. Aberman Assoc. Inc Linda Barry 978-537-4971 x 60

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Lunenburg $227,900 L-shaped Ranch featuring a 24’ living room with fireplace and pellet stove insert. Loaded with windows on three sides this room is very pleasant. Eat in kitchen with built in dining area. Entire first floor is hardwood. Finished, heated lower level family room has fireplace and kitchenette with full sink is great space for entertaining or a teen retreat. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x15 www.gailllent.com

Sterling $244,900 3br 1 bath cape. Sterling town beach, residents only is 2 miles, spacious 8 room cape with detached garage. Aberman Assoc. Inc Paula Savard 978-5374971 x 14 www.paulasavard.com

Lancaster $339,900 Classic Cape Style Brick Tutor home with 3 br 2 full baths and attached two car garage. Featuring first floor family room with wall AC and overlooking beautiful level acre lot. Updated kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances and custom lighting. Formal living room has fireplace with gas insert, shining hardwood floors and crown molding and French doors. Warm and inviting formal dining room. First floor bedroom. Second floor bedrooms with built in’s. Basement with partially finished play room with fireplace. First floor bath with radiant heat in floor. Updated heating system, windows and roof. Quality built to last for generations. Aberman Assoc Inc. Gail Lent 978-537-4971 x 15 www.gaillient.com

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Petersham $225,00 Antique farmhouse turned into country contemporary. 1000 s.f inlaw over 2 car attached garage, decks, enclosed porches and breezeways add to farmlike setting. 2 plus acres, circular drive. 1/2 mile from Rt 101 and Rt 32. 1/2 hour from downtown Leominster or Amherst. Floorplan for main house 1 1/2 story 3 bedrooms 2 full baths ﬁrst ﬂoor laundry. Inlaw has 1 bedroom 1 full bath and laundry. Separate side entrance. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x14 www.paulasavard.com

Lancaster $229,900 Looking for warm, country charm and a house that has character? This wonderful post and beam is worth a look! 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with wide board ﬂooring, 2 lovely ﬁreplaces, exposed beams....fully fenced yard with easy access to all major routes. Aberman Assoc Inc. Tracy Sladen 978-537-4971 x 17

Bellingham $255,000 2 br 1 bath bungalow. This home is a the end of a cul de sac adjacent to Turbesi Park, no traffic nice woods behind the house. The bathroom was completely renovated from floor to ceiling with new plumbing, the house has an updated electric wiring, the attick is big enough for a master bedroom, it already has electic wiring. New Dining room, flooring, hardwood and rugs. Aberman Assoc. Inc Mark Gerber 978-537-4971 x 63

Sterling $399,900 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, 2 car attached garage, walkout basement with two overhead doors for boat or hobby. 1/2 mile from town beach at Lake Waushacum. Aberman Assoc Inc. Paula Savard 978-537-4971 x14 www.paulasavard.com

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1996 Jeep Cherokee 4WD, blk, auto-start, keyless entry, fold-down seats, rims, spare. KBV $4000, asking $2500. 774-234-0214

AUTOMOTIVE AUTO/MOTORCYCLE 1999 Road King Under 8,000 miles. Too many extras to list. Always stored in room temperature. $15,000.00 978-4645525 or 781-879-8275 cell

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