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SUMMARY:Greater Worcester Community Foundation Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join community foundation board members\, fundholders\, corporators and community leaders for GWCF’s 50th annual meeting! \nREGISTER HERE \nPROGRAM \n3:30 pm Doors Open \n4:00 pm Foundation Business \n4:20 pm Renaissance Award \n\n\n\nThe winner of the annual Renaissance Award\, celebrating an outstanding individual for exemplary leadership in the nonprofit community\, will be announced. \n\n\n\n\n \nAccessible Entrance\nThe barrier-free entrance to the Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. There is no elevator access to the Great Hall balcony. \nAccessible Halls\nAll of our halls are wheelchair-accessible\, where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request wheelchair-seat locations when ordering tickets.  The Great Hall balcony is not wheel-chair accessible.
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/greater-worcester-community-foundation-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Portraits Gallery & History of the Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Mechanics Hall\, Worcester’s treasured landmark and architectural gem. Internationally recognized for its superb acoustics and breathtaking beauty\, Mechanics Hall is one of the world’s great concert halls and a premier venue for performances\, recordings\, weddings\, business events\, and more. \nThe accessible entrance is located on Waldo Street\, with elevators available in the ground-floor lobby for access to all levels. If you need assistance\, please contact Mechanics Hall Monday through Friday\, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM\, at 508-752-5608. \nMechanics Hall\, built in 1857\, is owned and operated by the Worcester County Mechanics Association (est. 1842) and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore its rich history and hear the magnificent 1864 Hook Organ in action! \n\n10:00 am – 11:30 pm \n$10 \nMechanics Hall Members FREE with your code at checkout!\n\nCapacity is very limited\, so reserve tickets today!
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/mechanics-hall-guided-tour-portraits-gallery-history-of-the-hall-10/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tour
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SUMMARY:Millbury High School Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 5:45PM
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/millbury-high-school-graduation-2/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Swinging through the Decades of Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Swinging through the Decades of Jazz  \nDaniel Kelly Quintet  \n6th Grade Culture LEAP  \n\nTuesday\, June 9th  \n9:30am & 11:30am  \n\nThe “Swinging through the Decades of Jazz” program immerses Worcester Public School 6th-grade students in the rich history and cultural evolution of jazz music in the United States. From its roots in African traditions to the influence of diverse cultures\, students will explore how jazz became one of America’s most celebrated musical genres.  \n🎤 Students will enjoy a live concert performance tracing the development of jazz — from early styles to modern interpretations — while learning to analyze key techniques like call-and-response. By understanding how these musical elements create unity and spark interest\, students will connect with jazz on a deeper level.  \nThrough Culture LEAP Field Trips\, Worcester students gain access to inspiring\, educational arts experiences that expand their understanding of music\, culture\, and history. Mechanics Hall is honored to be part of this vital program that fosters creativity\, curiosity\, and cultural appreciation in young learners.  \nPlease Note: This is a School Event and Not Open to the Public.  \nTeachers interested in attending can contact their school administration for more information. Parents who want their child to participate should reach out to their child’s teacher to learn more about how the Culture LEAP Field Trips are integrated into their school’s curriculum.  \nMechanics Hall is honored to be part of this vital program that fosters creativity\, curiosity\, and cultural appreciation in Worcester’s young learners.  \nTogether\, we’re keeping the arts alive and thriving in Worcester classrooms!   \n\nDaniel Kelly – a composer\, pianist and jazz educator who has been called “stunningly original” with “a visionary imagination.” His music draws inspiration from literature\, visual art and journalism\, captivating audiences across the country. A prolific composer and tireless musical explorer\, Kelly continually seeks out new avenues for his creativity.   \nKelly is the recipient of the Chamber Music America/ASCAP Adventurous Programming Award\, Chamber Music America Residency Partnership Grant\, New York State Arts Council Individual Artist Grant and the Aaron Copland Fund. He is the co-founder and co-Artistic Director of Connection Works\, an artist-run non-profit organization based in Brooklyn. Kelly has toured throughout Southeast Asia and India as part of the Kennedy Center and US State Department sponsored Jazz Ambassador program. Other notable international performances include benefit concerts for orphan children in the Kangemi slums of Nairobi\, Kenya and a concert for the president of Costa Rica.  \n  \n 
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/swinging-through-the-decades-of-jazz-2026/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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SUMMARY:Chesapeake Silver Cornet Brass Band & New England Brass Band in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special performance featuring two of the finest British Brass Bands in North America – Chesapeake Silver Cornet Brass Band and New England Brass Band! \nPart of Chesapeake’s 30th Anniversary Tour\, this concert showcases the power and precision of British and American brass band traditions. Featuring soaring brass\, lively percussion\, and a repertoire that spans marches\, big band standards and pops\, the program also explores adventurous works that may surprise even afficionados of horns\, concert\, and military bands. Each band performs separately and as a combined ensemble for a spirited and unique experience.\n\nChesapeake Silver Cornet Brass Band\nEdward Mylechreest\, Conductor\nSusan Peo & Pamela Letts\, Associate Conductors         \nNew England Brass Band\nMark Olson\, Music Director\nWilliam Rollins\, Associate Conductor       \n\n  \nGeneral Admission: $14.99\nAccessible Seating will be available upon arrival. \n\nGroups of 10 or more automatically receive 10% off of their tickets when purchased together! \n\n\nMechanics Hall is proud to participate in the Card to Culture program through the Massachusetts Cultural Council.\nLimited number of tickets available\, limit of 4 per order. For eligibility requirements\, please see Mechanicshall.org/cardtoculture \n\nMechanics Hall & Tour Resource Consultants are proud to donate a portion of tickets to this event to Vet Tix. Free tickets available only through Vettix.org\, an organization that provides tickets to events which reduce stress\, strengthen family bonds\, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. \n\n \nAccessible Entrance\nThe barrier-free entrance to the Hall is located on Waldo Street. Elevators are located in the ground-floor lobby and provide access to the second and third floors. There is no elevator access to the Great Hall balcony. \nAccessible Halls\nAll of our halls are wheelchair-accessible\, where patrons can remain in their wheelchairs or transfer to theater seats. Patrons who cannot or do not wish to transfer from their wheelchairs to a theater seat should request wheelchair-seat locations when ordering tickets.  The Great Hall balcony is not wheel-chair accessible. \n\nThis performance is presented by Tour Resource Consultants \nTour Resource Consultants immerses travelers in history and culture\, provides lasting interpersonal connections\, and contributes to a better world by opening minds through travel. \nWith 30 years of experience\, TRC crafts custom-tailored group travel opportunities that inspire\, educate and entertain. From performance tours for music ensembles to study abroad adventures and unique luxury travel opportunities\, we take people out of their day-to-day lives to help them experience the extraordinary…across the country and around the world. Please visit www.tourresource.com to learn more!
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/chesapeake-silver-cornet-brass-band-new-england-brass-band-in-concert/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts Inc presents Gold & Silver Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest recognition that girls in grades 9-12 can earn in Girl Scouting. Requirements for the award culminate by completing a project that makes a measurable and sustainable difference in a girl’s community. The process of building a Take Action project focuses on connecting a girl’s personal interests with a community need. Steps involve leadership development\, service to others\, career exploration\, and self-improvement. \nThe Girl Scout Silver Award is the highest award Girl Scouts in grades 6-8 can achieve. It recognizes their efforts in a range of Girl Scout and community experiences as well as their commitment to improving their lives and the lives of those around them. \nTickets & More Information
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/girl-scouts-of-central-and-western-massachusetts-inc-presents-gold-silver-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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SUMMARY:23rd Annual Asian Festival
DESCRIPTION:FREE ADMISSION
URL:https://mechanicshall.org/event/seacma26/
LOCATION:Mechanics Hall\, 321 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
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