In today’s daily 5 Things You Need to Know feature, ThisWeekinWorcester.com explores five important items and stories that Worcester and Central Massachusetts residents should keep a close eye on.
These five things can cover a whole range of subjects and issues that we feel are pertinent to understanding what’s going on in the city and the cities and towns surrounding Worcester.
In today’s edition – Friday, February 25 – Massachusetts trial courts are closed today, the Worcester DPW is hiring a security guard and parking control officer, get $25 tickets to four Hanover Theatre shows today only, the Worcester Chamber Music Society is having a free concert on March 6, and the WooSox are hosting a movie night at Polar Park.
Massachusetts Trial Courts Closed on Friday
Massachusetts Trial Courts will be closed today — Friday, February 25 — in the interest of public safety due to the snowstorm.
All court events, scheduled in-person and remote, are postponed.
Anyone with court dates on Friday should contact the clerk’s or register’s office on Monday to reschedule.
Worcester DPW Hiring Security Guard, Parking Control Officer
The Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks Water Operations Division (Reservoir Section) is hiring a Reservoir Security Guard. Reservoir Security Guards are responsible for protective work in safeguarding and patrolling DPW&P watershed areas, properties and buildings.
The position requires extensive driving and walking on a regular basis.
The DPW is also hiring a Parking Control Officer.
The Parking Control Officer patrols an assigned area for the purpose of enforcing motor vehicle parking regulations for the City of Worcester.
For more information on these positions, visit the City of Worcester website.
Today Only: $25 Tickets for Four Shows at the Hanover Theatre
The Hanover Theatre is selling tickets for $25 to four of their upcoming shows today only.
The shows include “The Red Hot Chili Pipers,” “Anastasia,” “The Prom,” and “The Band’s Visit.”
Tickets must be purchased today — Friday, February 25 — to get the special price of $25. Use promo code “Feb25” when checking out. To purchase tickets, click here.
Worcester Chamber Music Society Free Family Concert on March 6
Worcester Chamber Music Society (WCMS) presents its Annual Free Family Concert on Sunday, March 6, at the Jean McDonough Arts Center at 20 Franklin Street. There are two performances, at 1:30 PM and 4 PM.
Neighborhood Strings students will perform at the beginning of each performance.
This year, WCMS presents Aaponi’s Destiny, an interactive create-your-own musical adventure. The Ecotarium will have a mayfly/insect display and artwork by Worcester students will complete the experience.
Admission is free but tickets are required. Visit the Worcester Chamber Music Society website for more information.
WooSox Host “Fever Pitch” Movie Night
The Worcester Red Sox host movie night at Polar Park on Friday, March 4, from 6 PM to 9 PM. The film, “Fever Pitch,” begins at 6:30 PM.
Tickets are $10 and include endless free popcorn, Table Talk Pies, and Polar bottled water. Fans can also purchase traditional concessions fare and enjoy a cash bar.
Inside the DCU Club, the movie will be shown on large projector screens and ancillary televisions. Fans may also watch the movie from the stands on the giant video board. Blankets are permitted.
Lead image courtesy: The Company of The North American Tour of ANASTASIA – Photo by Jeremy Daniel
