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From our youngest PreK early learners through our high school seniors, students build confidence through hands-on projects, real-world experiences,...

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Elsie Kaye Artisan Gifts & Flamework Studio

Elsie Kaye Gift Shop &amp; Artisan Studio In 2009, on a whim, Holly Kenny took a flameworking class and learned to make glass beads. This sparked a love of glass art and led to the launch her business, Elsie Kaye Gift Shop and Art Studio in downtown Westborough. Holly currently teaches flameworking and metalworking at her studio and is on the faculty at the New England Craft Program in Williamsburg, MA. Holly loves the fluidity and movement of glass and enjoys incorporating metals, enamels and other elements that can change the texture and appearance of the glass. As a result, much of her work takes on an abstract, organic feel. Her work, under the name Elsie Kaye Glassworks, can be found at more than 50 boutiques and galleries across the country. Holly is passionate about promoting emerging local artists by selling their work at her retail shop, as well as helping to foster connections with new and existing businesses in the local area. She is an active member of her community, where she has lived with her husband and two children since 2006.

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Elsie Kaye Gift Shop & Artisan Studio In 2009, on a whim, Holly Kenny took a flameworking class and learned to make glass beads. This sparked a...

North Star Youth Forum is excited to offer this favorite winter pastime to the public.  This is a fun activity for family and friends.  Visit the website for more information.

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<h4>General admission tickets are now on sale! The first fifty people can get $3 off each ticket purchase prior by utilizing "WORCESTER" promo code at checkout.</h4>
The Best Flippin' Card Show, a highly successful card show headquartered in Woburn, MA is headed back to Polar Park in Worcester, MA for a third time! The "mixer style" event covering ALL types of cards brings you a completely unique experience inside Polar Park, home of the Red Sox AAA affiliate, the WooSox, running from 9 AM - 5 PM, with entrance at the main Gate D.
On the covered concourse for this rain or shine event, you will find 85+ vendors selling everything from 10 cent cards all the way up to $10,000+, for all different types of budgets. Raw cards, slabs, boxes, packs, and supplies....you name it, we will have it on hand. Pokemon, One Piece, and other TCG's will be sold along with all of the major sports categories from some of the best dealers New England has to offer. It is a typical "mixer" event, like many of the other shows we throw.
There will be food and drink concessions for purchase all day inside the venue plus activities for the kids. Come out and meet some of the WooSox mascots and get a stencil tattoo done by <a target="_blank" href="https://partyfestini.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Festini</a>.&nbsp; We will also be offering a Pokemon cornhole board to play on the concourse. &nbsp;All Best Flippin' events are extremely family friendly.
&nbsp;Purchase your $15 tickets in advance here through OnTreasure for anyone 13 years of age and above, kids are free. There are also "friends/family 4-packs available at a discount for $50 total. The discounted 4-pack is NOT available at the door but you can pay cash/credit/Venmo day of the event.&nbsp;
We have a policy of never passing on fees to our patrons so all tickets sold in advance will cost the same as at the door. All advance tickets will also help you "skip the line" day of the event. $4 per hour parking is available across the street at the Green Island Blvd. garage with a max for the day of $12. There are several other areas to park around the stadium if you so choose.&nbsp;Please note those 15 years of age and younger MUST be accompanied and monitored by an older chaperone.
For those paying for entry, there will be four door prize pack levels&nbsp;that will be drawn once the show is over and all entries are accounted for, door entry ends at 4 PM. We have a "Single" prize level all the way up to a "Homerun" and those prizes are all centered around some minor league players likely going through Worcester or Sox greats, like Ted Williams and David Ortiz. All door prizes are now officially listed on our poster.
We are so happy again to be back in downtown Worcester with a destination card show inside one of the best minor league ballparks in the country you are not going to want to miss!

Local Event: The Best Flippin' Card Show Polar Park

The Best Flippin' Card Show Polar Park

General admission tickets are now on sale! The first fifty people can get $3 off each ticket purchase prior by utilizing...

USA Ninja Challenge - Marlborough, MA

Join us for an exciting Open House at USA Ninja Challenge Marlborough! We are thrilled to welcome you to our state-of-the-art obstacle course gym designed specifically for kids. Whether you've already registered for classes or are just discovering us, this event is for you!
Here is what you can look forward to:
Facility Tours: Take a guided tour of our gym and learn about our structured programs, progressive classes, and the amazing benefits of ninja training for your child!
Try the Obstacles: Let your kids test their skills on our custom-designed ninja obstacle courses! Please note: To experience the obstacles safely, the kids will be led through the gym in groups by our coaches. This is not an open gym.
 SAVE TIME: Sign our waiver ahead of time under the "Tickets" link to skip the line when you arrive!&nbsp;<a href="https://app.waiverfile.com/b/marlborough/Waiver.aspx?id=8c4fc96a-fb27-42ab-9b6c-a4d247d084da&amp;direct=true" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">WAIVER</a>
Raffle Prizes: Enter for a chance to win awesome prizes, including free class passes, a free birthday party, exclusive merchandise, and more! 
Special Offers: Take advantage of exclusive discounts on memberships and class packages available only on the day of the event!
Fun, Fitness, &amp; Confidence: Our programs are designed to help kids build strength, agility, and confidence in a safe, supportive, and high-energy environment.
We are currently accepting registrations for our weekly classes, vacation clubs, and birthday parties! This Open House is the perfect opportunity to learn more about what we offer and secure your child's spot. 
 Want a preview? Check out our YouTube page to see our gym in action: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F%40NinjaMarlborough%2Fplaylists%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXUGtWYXZQYmg0ZDJ1MTRLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo8g1k3XRlF0fBIKfCh1wEy_ab6X5GQs1GwCqPtSXYlojPJCbO1W5ZbXySdS_aem_xM9KqNYiLjBfp7_Qpa3Psw&amp;h=AUA8VpegqglF6AYRsLPItu_lbUgxHvPyu4SWMgWGmAiLXwHuZ6P7fjRjr1pW8KW92mUX3r_zlsyGTudfyL5c0n8pXhWipP38TrkcgsFcsQ6CWI6XEXG_NCISsa14TgDDyZP1FviojKx6x6x_45y8F6W0xbpt8A&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c%5b0%5d=AUBbmXyuU2yzkXQlsoYbut03wTAxFB1bdO7J5WdvSEeHBcFuxxA2BtUtdH6egM2SRLTNcjvgcllF4Nr8wKkYs7DG9bZd7kK3Eh6XLarzlwCoMvxqJR_eFKMPzUqlXv53G6xS8EwQ3Pmq7SXkhb64UI5FbnON-gZEQlQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaMarlborough/playlists</a>
Bring your family and friends - we can't wait to meet you and introduce your kids to the awesome world of ninja training! Learn more: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fninjamarlborough.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXUGtWYXZQYmg0ZDJ1MTRLc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHt0WSVJHTf0MR_s3E3BvIZR8LORSM63PQOOIM5dyVLMEvrdLMgWP2XdcoIOH_aem_fenffQMB-JafULbK0MTpiw&amp;h=AUCxuaqCCs4ebkTjjBeSAsFmsM7tjiYwBeKkiKh6ZUUhebolb14PYfxX87NkjJw-RL0oZymeP0heJT6GWBPfeyjt12L1mbg5zHC80TgZrKPV3WpIwXDc1IFRyxLeCdJipsT_R9KZCcZk0AP3dPH39q6aY-PDtg&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c%5b0%5d=AUBbmXyuU2yzkXQlsoYbut03wTAxFB1bdO7J5WdvSEeHBcFuxxA2BtUtdH6egM2SRLTNcjvgcllF4Nr8wKkYs7DG9bZd7kK3Eh6XLarzlwCoMvxqJR_eFKMPzUqlXv53G6xS8EwQ3Pmq7SXkhb64UI5FbnON-gZEQlQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ninjamarlborough.com</a> 
Questions? Call us at 774-206-8057 
marlborough@usaninjachallenge.com
See you there!

Local Event: Open House - Ninja Obstacle Gym - USA Ninja Challenge

Open House - Ninja Obstacle Gym - USA Ninja...

Join us for an exciting Open House at USA Ninja Challenge Marlborough!  We are thrilled to welcome you to our state-of-the-art...

Open House - Ninja Obstacle Gym - USA Ninja Challenge

Be a part of the 79th season! Auditions for the Worcester Youth Orchestras are happening in May!&nbsp; All students grades 3 and up pursuing &nbsp;string, wind, brass, harp, jazz piano, jazz guitar, drum set and percussion are eligible to audition. Multiple days and times to choose from. Visit the link to schedule your audition!

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Local Event: August 2026 Auditions

August 2026 Auditions

Be a part of the 79th season! Auditions for the Worcester Youth Orchestras are happening in May!  All students grades 3 and up...

Nelson Ball Pickleball Courts

A fun day for all (even if you don't play pickleball!) Tournament: Competitive and beginner tournament play opportunities;&nbsp; register at <a href="https://tinyurl.com/WCpb26?fbclid=IwcGRvZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFzRUhybExzdkd6NjIxcW42c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoQRnKL3dRGrB7TajMjH6TDUnUAUq9FucDthiQE5Ww3KBtNv62ER55Ql4UGE_aem_PHU2WxLVBjPrgCLDxJI5Nw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">tinyurl.com/WCpb26</a><a href="https://tinyurl.com/WCpb26?fbclid=IwcGRvZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFzRUhybExzdkd6NjIxcW42c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoQRnKL3dRGrB7TajMjH6TDUnUAUq9FucDthiQE5Ww3KBtNv62ER55Ql4UGE_aem_PHU2WxLVBjPrgCLDxJI5Nw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Also happening: food trucks, beer tent, games for all ages, music, learn to play pickleball and COMMUNITY!NOTE: Only tournament players need to register for this event.Event proceeds benefit Westborough Connects.

Local Event: 3rd Annual Connect at the Courts Pickleball Tournament AND Community Day

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