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Fitchburg loves a parade: July Fourth spirit fills downtown
FITCHBURG — Main Street became the latest stage for Civic Days, the city's days-long recognition of Independence Day — dating to 1960. The Fourth of July Parade, with bands, floats and public officials, filled downtown Thursday morning as hundreds of onlookers lined the sidewalks. ...
Cordella's Coffee Shop is causing a buzz on Worcester's west side
Cordella’s is a small shop that opened in early April at 116B June St., Worcester, serving up everything up everything from espresso and ice coffees to teas and sweet treats. It’s comfortable and welcoming atmosphere makes customers definitely feel at home. Coffee shops play an important role in community, the main reason owners...
Letters of Holden author's parents a heartfelt insight into WW II 'At Home and At Sea'
Royce and Becky Singleton had only been married seven months in October, 1943, but Royce, a Navy fighter pilot, was aboard the USS Suwannee escort carrier headed to the Central Pacific. Royce's ship and air group supported the battles of the decisive Central Pacific offensive of World War II, while Becky was home...
Food Whisperer: At J’s Restaurant, fine dining in an idyllic setting, close to home
A patio table for two on a pleasant June evening was the perfect setting for an anniversary dinner. We were at J’s Restaurant, part of Nashoba Valley Winery in Bolton, for the first time in a long time and with much anticipation as the dinners we had enjoyed on our previous visits were excellent.
BRILLIANTLY PLACED IN FITCHBURG: DEL GUIDICE ENHANCES MASTERFUL 88TH REGIONAL SHOW
At the respectable age of 88, the annual Fitchburg Art Museum’s (FAM) juried “Regional Exhibition of Art and Craft” is a highly anticipated, competitive and well attended event. Boundaries are tricky for artists in general and FAM blurs the concept of a rigid geographic region to include members of other arts organizations including LexArt (the Lexington Arts & Crafts Society) and ArtsWorcester. As a result, this exhibit represents artists from 58 towns.
Seven Things to do: Summer concerts, a view to art, and more
Worcester art collective El Salón holds another edition of its monthly Plaza Sábados family block party and market on the afternoon of July 6. From noon to 4 p.m., the section of Lagrange Street intersecting with Beacon Street will fill with vendors, artists, and activities for all ages. Previous Plaza Sábados have featured screen printing workshops, food trucks, and music and live DJ sets from Worcester fixtures like DJ Manipulator, so prepare to see homegrown creativity on display all day. (MT)
New exhibit reinterprets Fruitlands Native American art through an Indigenous lens
Two exhibits in the Four Seasons Gallery at The Trustees of Reservations Fruitlands Museum portray the reinterpretation of the museum’s rich collection of Native American art. Objects collected by Clara Endicott Sears in the early 20th century are shown alongside more contemporary pieces from artists across the country. The show is curated by Tess Lukey, an Aquinnah Wampanoag tribal member who was hired by The Trustees in October 2022 as the associate curator of Native American art and charged with reinterpreting the Fruitlands collection through a Native lens.
Gypsy takes stage in Sterling this weekend
The Sterling Community Theatre Troupe will take on the musical Gypsy for the second time. The group took Gypsy to the stage in 1997 with Betsy Dutton who played Gypsy Rose Lee. "I wanted to take a crack at it again having had children and just also understanding life and...
WICN’s 4th Annual Newport Jazz Festival Bus Trip
Enjoy a luxurious round-trip ride to The Newport Jazz Festival on Saturday, August 3rd with WICN! Travel back and forth to the festival in style and comfort aboard the WICN Jazz Bus, provided by FTI Coach, and leave the hassle of driving and parking to us!. Ticket-holders must arrive at...
Make that two: El Patron and Taco Spot in running for top spot in latest reader poll
You don’t have to go across the border to enjoy delicious, mouth-watering tacos. All you have to do is to venture forth in Worcester. The Worcester Telegram & Gazette’s Best Taco Spot in Central Massachusetts reader poll has pared the original field of 16. Now we’re down to dos.
'Love, hope, feel and imagine' The String Queens to hold court in Worcester
When Kendall Isadore, Dawn Johnson and Élise Sharp first played together at a gig, they knew it was a match. The occasion for the three string instrumentalists was a wedding in the Washington, D.C., area in 2017. "There was a freedom where each could be ourselves as a player," Isadore recalled. "We said, 'Well let's keep this thing going.'"
Writer Sarah P. Blanchard's debut novel explores mystery and memory
A horrific crash kills three people. Emma Gillen, 19, barely survives, and is tormented by guilt, and an ability to remember important details. The crash occurs in the midst of a vulnerable time for Emma, who lives in western North Carolina with her cousin and fellow crash survivor, Lucy, with whom she has a tempestuous relationship.
Last call: David Wong retires after 50 years of bartending
WESTBOROUGH – David Wong thumbed his way through his phone. Hundreds of photos – decades worth of family, friends and places. After a few minutes, Wong found what he was seeking – a photo of himself as a young man, fresh from Hong Kong, starting his career as a bartender at the Honolulu on Turnpike Road.
The Barrett Park Waterfall Loop Is One Of The Best Waterfall Hikes In Massachusetts
Barrett Park in Leominster, Massachusetts is the perfect day trip destination. This beautiful 40-acre park is home to a long list of amenities including an 8.9-acre pond, picnic areas, a playground, and more. It is also home to the Barrett Park Waterfall Loop, a short and sweet waterfall hike that will immerse you in nature’s beauty. It may just be one of the best waterfall hikes in Massachusetts for the entire family.
Savor the Flavor: Boylston’s 6 Must-Try Bakeries for Gourmet Goodies
Boylston, Massachusetts, is a quaint town known for its charming New England charm and rich history. Among its many attractions, one of the most beloved is its selection of bakeries. Whether you’re craving a fresh-baked loaf of bread, a decadent dessert, or a savory pastry, Boylston’s bakeries have something to...
Shuttle provides trips to Commuter Rail
MARLBOROUGH – Reminder that the Marlborough Commuter Shuttle is available for residents and employees traveling between Marlborough and the MBTA Commuter Rail station in Southborough. The shuttle provides free public transportation for people who take the Commuter Rail to. and/or from Boston and Worcester. The shuttle route includes the...
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