Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of July.
Good morning, Worcester.
Breezy Picnic Grounds in Douglas, run by the Forget family for three generations, retired its 42-year-old waterslides after the 2025 season and now welcomes families for the 2026 summer with expanded water features, including new floating docks & hammocks and a small slide for young visitors.
The Worcester Public Library donated 500 Chromebooks to 400 local residents and set up computer hubs for three nonprofits — Genesis Club, Worcester RISE For Health and Literacy Volunteers — in May; the library is seeking more funding to expand its digital literacy program.
UMass Chan medical student Regina Taylor has been named the inaugural Huppert Community Health Scholar in Family Medicine, a four-year program to boost community health engagement.
She and her mentor, Dr. Hugh Silk, will work this summer on a new resource database to help meet patient needs.
Worcester residents will see a partial solar eclipse on Aug.
12 at 11:34 a.m. ET + must wear certified eclipse glasses to safely watch as the moon covers part of the sun. To view the full eclipse, travelers must head to the narrow path of totality.
Nashua Silver Knights vs. Worcester Bravehearts
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Fitton Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup featuring local teams in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Perreoland Live Show
8-11 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets start at $90 — Experience an unforgettable live performance from Perreoland in Worcester.
The Warped Tour Band Tribute
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Off The Rails — $ — Experience a night of nostalgia with tributes to Green Day and Blink 182.
Miss Fairchild Concert
8-11 p.m. — Off The Rails — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music with Miss Fairchild in Worcester.
Comedy Night with Christine Hurley
Doors 6:30 PM — Samuel Slater's Restaurant — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with top comedians Christine Hurley and James Dorsey.
Ekoh Concert
7-10 p.m. — Palladium — Tickets from $47 — Experience the electrifying live performance of hip-hop artist Ekoh.
Worcester Red Sox vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs
12:05-1:05 p.m. — Polar Park — $40-$50 — Reserve your parking now for a thrilling game between rivals at Polar Park.
Summer Dance Intensive Week
Various times — The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts — Cost information not specified — A week-long immersive program for young dancers to explore various dance styles and techniques.
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