Residents Event Calendar

Olga is a dynamic performer on the classical and contemporary music scene who is known for “the strength and consistency of her artistry”- NY- Times. She has appeared in US and internationally as recitalist, with orchestra and chamber musician in major venues. A native of Russia, Olga began her piano studies at the age of six, and at twelve was awarded First Prize in the National Young Artist Piano Competition in Russia. Since then she has been a recipient of numerous awards and prizes.

No sport reflects New England like candlepin bowling. It is 60 feet from the point of delivery to the top of the triangle. A lot can happen in those 60 feet and the result is totally unpredictable. Candlepin Bowling was invented in Worcester in 1880 by Pop White, the owner of a pool hall on Pearl Street, just around the corner from today’s Worcester Historical Museum. The exhibit shares the origins of the sport and the technicalities of it. Also featured are items from Colonial Bowling Center – the last candlepin bowling alley in Worcester when it closed in 2020. Self guided tour at 10:30. Previous registration required.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! ushered in a new era of American musical theater. Set against the back- drop of the founding of a new state, this beloved musical has something for everyone: infectious songs, lighthearted comedy, heartfelt romance, chilling drama, and more. Hugh Jackman stars as Curly in this 1999 West End revival choreographed by Susan Stroman and directed by Trevor Nunn.

Our guest speaker is Bill Wallace, Director of the Worcester Historical Museum. His topic is “Be Mine: The True Story of How Worcester Did Not Invent the Valentine.” This time of year, to let partners, friends, and family know just how much you love them each Feb. 14, you might want to thank, or blame, the city of Worcester. The Valentine was not invented in Worcester; but in the last quarter of the 19th century, Worcester was one of the centers of the American Valentine industry. Bill will tell us how and why that came about. He has been the Director of the WHM since 1976.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us and The Tom Nutile Band one of the region’s premier swing bands. Tom’s musicians have performed with some of the best-known big-band and pop groups in the world, and have been on stage everywhere from Symphony Hall in Boston to stadiums and clubs in Eu- rope, China, Japan, Thailand and the Caribbean. They are first-call musicians for recording sessions in Boston. and New York.

Our guest speaker is Frank Vaccaro. Legion baseball has been played in this country for over 100 years, and Central Mass has a rich history of the sport. Shrewsbury Post 397 has had great success recently having gone to the World Series in 2017, 2019 and 2022. The man who runs the show is Frank Vaccaro, a man who is affectionately known as “The Don.” Vaccaro has a reputation on the baseball diamond he’s well-known in the American Legion community for his ability to consistently field an excellent team. While Vaccaro does indeed de- vote significant time and energy teaching his 13- to 19-year-old players balls from strikes, he’s just as renowned for his ability to teach right from wrong. He’s a coach athletes have said they enjoy competing for. Vaccaro has coached the Shrewsbury American Legion Post 397 baseball team for the last 26 years, with 18 years as head coach.

Join us for an educational presentation by the NE Shen Yun Presentation Team about Shen Yun performing arts show and Chinese Culture History. In this in- formative presentation you will see how Shen Yun opens a portal to a civilization of enchanting beauty and enlighten wisdom, leaving millions around the world in awe. They will also give us some insights the Chinese dance development process through the years.

Our first round of Team Jeopardy starts tonight! Whether you are on a team or just want to come watch, all are welcome!

SloGrass plays a mix of vocal and instrumental songs, drawing on various traditions including Bluegrass, Jazz, Folk, World Music and a few originals. It’s a fun night not to be missed!

Silent movie pianist Richard Hughes takes the audience on a trip into our colorful past when Nickelodeon theatres showed black & white flickers to the accompaniment of live piano. He recreates the atmosphere by playing ragtime, novelty and Tin Pan Alley tunes to the chosen film then talks about the ‘Golden age of silent movies’

It’s time to gather cast and crew from our 2024-25 Anniversary Show to relive some of the fun and laughter! Join our castaways for one last cruise aboard the S.S. Minnow! All are invited!