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SUMMARY:Queer AF: Ethereal Beings\, benefiting Love Your Labels
DESCRIPTION:From RuPaul to Project Runway\, the Queer Met Gala of Massachusetts brings stars to Worcester for a night of drag\, fashion\, art\, and joy. \nThe Queer Met Gala of Massachusetts returns on Friday\, Sept. 5\, 2025\, at Mechanics Hall in Downtown Worcester.\n\nDoors: 7PM\nShow: 8PM \n Queer AF\, the art and fashion show fundraiser for the nonprofit Love Your Labels\, invites you to explore a world beyond boundaries and binaries with this year’s theme: Ethereal Beings. \nTrans and Queer people are often treated as intangible — myths\, projections\, misunderstandings — but our lives are real and revolutionary acts. Through light\, reflection\, color\, and form\, Queer AF 2025 will immerse you in a world free of the fixed perceptions many try to impose.\n \nDozens of local models will shine on our runway\, showing that bodies of all sizes and identities are beautiful and worthy of the spotlight. \nThrough the language of fashion\, in looks designed by queer artists\, we create fleeting\, radiant moments. \n \nHow do you embody light? Bring your most mystical\, otherworldly\, dazzling self to Queer AF 2025: Ethereal Beings\, on Friday\, Sept. 5\, at Mechanics Hall in Worcester. \n\nAge\nQueer AF is a 13+ event. Teens ages 13 to 17 must be accompanied by a 21+ family member or guardian. Our Family Section (13+) is located in the Center Balcony. Runway and GA seats are 18-21+. Accessibility accommodations will be made for anyone attending Queer AF. \n\nAccessibility Information\nLove Your Labels prioritizes creating a welcoming and accommodating experience for every person attending Queer AF. We will provide accessibility accommodations for anyone attending the show\, including ASL interpretation and audio descriptions. During the ticket-purchasing process\, please ensure your accommodation needs are selected prior to checkout. If at any time you need to update your requirements\, please reach out to dani@loveyourlabels.org. \n\n$145 \nFront Row Runway VIP (18+) \nEnjoy an exclusive experience in the front row of Queer AF: Ethereal Beings. These front-row seats include VIP gift bags valued at over $200\, private cash bar service\, and access to the Photo Opp with headlining talents\, Raja Gemini and Utica Queen. Treat yourself to an incredible night out!\n \n$85\nRunway VIP (18+)\nFor the fashion fanatics\, see the action up close in our runway VIP section. These seats include private cash bar service and access to the Photo Opp with headlining talents\, Raja Gemini and Utica Queen!\n \n$40\nGeneral Admission (Floor Access) (18+)\nGeneral Admission is great for those who want to mix and mingle while taking in all the sights and sounds of the runway.  \n$20\nCollege Student GA (Floor Access) (18+)\nWorcester is a college town and Queer AF would love to see students from schools across Massachusetts and New England at the show. College students must present their college ID at the door. \n$0 – $50\nCenter Balcony (13+)\nEnjoy an elevated seat with a panoramic view of the Queer AF: Ethereal Beings runway from the Center Balcony — perfect for soaking in every luminous detail. While this section is ideal for guests of all ages\, it also includes an option for youth attendance.\n\nAccessibility Note: This section is not wheelchair accessible. If a member of your party requires accessible seating\, we’re happy to make arrangements in an accessible area on the floor. Please indicate accessibility needs during your ticket purchase process. If you have questions or concerns\, please reach out to dani@loveyourlabels.org.\n \nYouth Ticket Option (Ages 13–17): \n\n	Free tickets available for youth ages 13–17 with the purchase of at least one paid adult ticket (21+).\n\n	Limit 4 youth tickets per adult/order. Additional Adult with youth tickets must be placed in a separate order. \n\n	Adults are responsible for the youth they bring. This is not a supervised or alcohol-free area.\n\n\n$30\nHeadliner Photo-Op Add-on\nWant to grab a photo with Raja Gemini and Utica Queen? Add this on to your General Admission\, Center Balcony seat\, or youth ticket. (The price of Runway Seats includes access to the Photo Opp.) \n\n \nMechanics Hall is proud to participate in the Card to Culture program through the Massachusetts Cultural Council.\nLimited number of FREE  GA and Balcony tickets available\, limit of 2 per order.Use promo code ETHEREAL to redeem. If code does not work\, all tickets have been claimed. For eligibility requirements\, please see Mechanicshall.org/cardtoculture
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/queer-af-ethereal-beings-benefiting-love-your-labels/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Worcester Business Journal's 40 Under Forty Awards
DESCRIPTION:Come join WBJ for this celebration of the rising young leaders from throughout Central Massachusetts’ business community!\nWBJ’s  Annual 40 Under Forty Awards is a celebration of the rising young leaders from throughout Central Massachusetts’ business community. Since 2000 WBJ has recognized over 900 high achieving men and women who have gone on to accomplish even bigger things over the last 26 years. \nWBJ’s Annual 40 Under Forty Awards program recognizes outstanding young leaders who are shaking up the Central Mass business community and leading our community into the future. They come from a variety of industries and may be climbing the corporate ladder or charting their own courses as entrepreneurs. \nThese individuals will be part of a select class of upcoming business leaders who share a commitment to business success and personal growth\, along with a passion to help strengthen the communities that they live and work in. They will join the ranks of the 900+ business leaders in the Central Mass/MetroWest region that have earned this title since WBJ launched the annual program in 2000. \nThe class of 2025 will be profiled in WBJ’s special edition on August 25th and the class will be honored at this special awards ceremony on September 17\, 2025 at Mechanics Hall\, Worcester. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/worcester-business-journals-40-under-forty-awards/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 City of Worcester Municipal Election Candidate Debates
DESCRIPTION:On select Wednesdays this fall\, the Worcester Regional Research Bureau and the Worcester Telegram & Gazette\, in partnership with Mechanics Hall\, will host the Worcester Municipal Election Candidate Debates for candidates seeking elected office in Worcester\, MA. \nAll debates are free and open to the public.  \nPlease save the dates to hear directly from the candidates on important issues facing Worcester.\n\n 
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/2025-city-of-worcester-municipal-election-candidate-debates/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Worcester Chamber Music Society Presents: Serenade and Souvenir *Special 20th Anniversary Event*
DESCRIPTION:Worcester Chamber Music Society presents \nSERENADE & SOUVENIR: OUR TWENTIETH-YEAR CELEBRATION \n\n\nSaturday\, September 27 @7:30 PM\nPre-concert talk @7:00 PM\nIntermission Dessert Reception \nProgram\nHeinrich Hoffmann | Serenade for flute and strings\, Op. 65\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Piano trio in G Major\, K.564\nPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Souvenir de Florence\, Op. 70 \n  \nTickets sold through Worcester Chamber music Society \nGold $55\, Silver $45\, Bronze $25\, Community $10 \nEBT/WIC/ConnectorCare $5\, Youth 17 and under free \n\n\n\nMore Information & Tickets
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/worcester-chamber-music-society-presents-serenade-and-souvenir-special-20th-anniversary-event/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Celebration of Excellence &   Worcester County Mechanics Association 182nd Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Executive Director Meghan Montaner’s inaugural annual meeting! \nTuesday\, September 30\nOpen to the public\nFREE to attend \n\n\n\n\n4:30 PM – Registration & Networking \n\n\n5:00 PM – Program \n\n\n6-7 PM –  Cocktail Reception \n\n \n\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/2025-celebration-of-excellence-worcester-county-mechanics-association-182nd-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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