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Worcester
Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new Sunday farmers market will launch May 18 behind the old Rotman’s building on the West Side and will offer fresh produce, local meats, food trucks, and live music through October. Local businesses including Courthouse Brewing and Mrs. Moriconi’s Ice Cream will open their doors during market hours (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) to support local farmers (and foster community connections). Radio Worcester
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Clara Barton Birthplace Museum opens for summer on the last Friday in May and sits on Clara Barton Road in North Oxford — it is a place where visitors can learn about the founder of the American Red Cross. The museum welcomes families Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. until the last weekend in August. Telegram & Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 8, ICE agents detained the daughter of a Worcester woman alleged to be undocumented on Eureka Street to force her mother's appearance. The police arrived after calls about a gathering and supported the agents without verifying their identity—prompting criticism of the official account. This Week In Worcester
- ➤ Hundreds rallied in Worcester on Sunday to call for the release of a woman taken into ICE custody after a chaotic arrest led to multiple detentions—protest organizers said local police should have intervened and planned a new demonstration on Tuesday ahead of the City Council meeting. 7 News Boston
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Lunch & Learn: HR Essentials for Startups
12:00 – 1:30 PM — WorcLab Incubator & Coworking space — Free — Gain essential HR insights tailored for startups in an interactive session.
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Northeast Section IFT Food Industry Expo
Various times — DCU Center — Entry ticket fees apply — Check out the latest innovations in the food industry at this major expo.
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CoComelon: Sing-A-Long
4-6 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a lively Broadway-style production featuring favorite sing-along songs from CoComelon.
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Conservatory Spring Reflection 2025
1-2:30 p.m. — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of spring in an engaging performance reflecting nature's renewal.
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Nekrogoblikon Concert
6-10 p.m. — Palladium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of Nekrogoblikon as they bring their high-energy performance to Worcester.
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Monthly Craft, Color, and Chat
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Morse Institute Library — Free entry — Enjoy crafts and connect with an accepting community for socializing and support.
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Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit
3:30 a.m. — The Mercantile — Cheap tickets available — Experience the stunning artistry of Van Gogh in an immersive setting.
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Informed Investor Mastermind Conference
5-9 p.m. — Off The Rails — $35 entry — Network, learn, and connect with real estate pros and industry experts in a collaborative environment.
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May Fiesta: Boodle Fight!
4-9 p.m. — Loft 266 — Tickets required — Experience a Filipino cultural celebration with delicious food and vibrant entertainment.
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Tesla Concert
1-5 p.m. — Indian Ranch — General Admission — Experience the electrifying sounds of Tesla at the Summer Kickoff Concert with a rich history of rock music.
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