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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Worcester. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fitchburg native Josephine Wright Chapman, the first woman to run her own firm, designed Tuckerman Hall in Worcester—built in 1902 for the Worcester Woman’s Club and now home to the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra. The neoclassical hall has seen several restorations to preserve its historic beauty and legacy. Telegram & Gazette
- ➤ A Great Notion, a new and used bookstore at 65 Southbridge St., Unit 101, Auburn, shared a list of books its customers have been reading over the past month. The selection includes titles such as Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy, Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar, and The Heart’s Invisible Furies by John Boyne—showing a snapshot of what Worcester readers choose. Telegram & Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Latinos for Education honored forty Latino educators at the State House on May 28, including Renee Rosario-McDonald—an 8th-grade science teacher at Abby Kelley Foster Charter School in Worcester with nine years of service—who was recognized by Senator Robyn Kennedy for her commitment to students and the community. Telegram & Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PhD candidate Favour Akabogu earned a scholarship and an award to support her lab research on new therapies for GIST — a rare form of sarcoma that has few treatment options. She will use these honors to attend conferences and gain certifications as she continues her work at UMass Chan. UMass Chan Medical School
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Worcester lost 4-1 at Coca-Cola Park as Lehigh Valley evened the series behind Andrew Painter’s one-hit outing — the IronPigs scored on two wild pitches in the fifth while Worcester’s offense stalled. A change in pitching did little to spark Worcester’s comeback. MassLive
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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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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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