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Sunday, June 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cordelia's Farm in Berlin began picking strawberries in May after an early season shift and rainy weekends made family outings difficult — the rain helped the crop thrive. The owner said the small farm will switch to blueberries by the Fourth of July — marking a new phase for local produce that families can enjoy. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Carlos Garcia, the legendary boxing trainer at the Boys and Girls Club who worked with local kids for over 40 years, said he feels proud of being a mentor, father figure, and friend as he prepares to move back to Puerto Rico at the end of this month. He recalled guiding youth like Jose Rivera and Joey Edmonds + inspiring a generation in Worcester. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ On Saturday, June 14, a large crowd gathered at Worcester City Hall Common to protest No Kings Day and oppose a military parade scheduled in Washington, D.C. Local organizers including Congressman Jim McGovern led the protest which saw more than double the turnout compared to a similar event in April. This Week In Worcester
- ➤ Downtown Worcester will host an expanded Out to Lunch Festival starting June 18—featuring 10 events with an extra hour of fun, local vendors, and live music at noon each week through August 20. Movies on the Common will offer improved screenings with activities beginning at 6 p.m. on July 10, and more free outdoor movie nights are planned for later this summer. Spectrum News 1
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ La Cucina Italiana at 1393 Grafton St. in Worcester was sold to Fenilkumar Patel—who got city approval for a common victualer license on May 15—and he will take over at the end of June. Other food news includes 143 Bella Pizzeria opening at 143 Highland St., bb.q chicken set to open on Route 9 at the former Bean Counter Bakery, and Checkers planning its first New England site at 99 Gold Star Blvd; the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1445 voted on June 6 for a new three-year contract with UMass Memorial Health that is effective on June 9 for its 1,050 members. Telegram & Gazette
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Speed Dating for Singles Aged 50-65
6-8 p.m. — Courthouse Brew Co — Ticket includes one drink — Meet new people in a relaxed environment and strengthen local connections.
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Bandana Marbling Experience
4-6 p.m. — Greater Good Imperial Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Float paint on water and create your own wearable art while enjoying a variety of beers.
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WLL&S Annual Night at the WooSox
6:45-9:30 p.m. — Polar Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling WooSox game followed by vibrant fireworks powered by Unibank.
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Corey McLane Acoustic Performance
6-10 p.m. — Quarter Keg Pub — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of acoustic rock covers spanning classic to grunge genres.
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Lets Sing Taylor - A Live Band Experience
1-2:30 p.m. — Indian Ranch — General Admission — Experience the ultimate tribute to Taylor Swift's music with a lively live band performance.
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Learn how to sing 4 part harmony for free this summer!
Ladies, come join Women of Note for 6 weeks of singing. Mondays, June 23-August 4th. You will learn to sing 2 songs and hopefully have some fun along the way. No singing experience necessary, although we love to welcome women who have experience in acapella harmonies. RSVP on our website please.
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VentureMeets Business Networking Night
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Courthouse Brew Co — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and explore new ideas in a relaxed brewery setting.
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Worcester County Amateur Championship
36-hole tournament — Jun 28-29 — Wachusett Country Club — Registration required — Compete in a thrilling amateur golf showcase in the heart of Worcester County.
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Syracuse Mets at Worcester Red Sox
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Polar Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Syracuse Mets take on the Worcester Red Sox in this exciting matchup.
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Little River Band Concert
1-5 p.m. — Indian Ranch — General Admission may apply — Experience classic tunes from the iconic Little River Band in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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