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 – Wednesday, September 22 – the Worcester Red Sox close the regular season with Fan Appreciation Day, Worcester Railers hold a preseason benefit for Jake Thibeault, Worcester Chamber Music Society presents a world premiere by a local composer, Glazy Susan is hiring and AAA finds travelers increasingly interested in travel insurance due to the pandemic.
WooSox Close Season with Fan Appreciation Day
The Worcester Red Sox present their second Fan Appreciation Day this season at the last home game of the year on Sunday, September 26, starting at 4:05 PM.
The team plans over 900 gifts and prizes given to fans, including several ticket packages and items from corporate sponsors of the team.
At the end of the game, selected fans will receive game jerseys from players.
Worcester Railers Benefit for Jake Thibeault
The Worcester Railers host the Maine Mariners for a pre-season game on October 16, at 6 PM, in Worcester. There is no cost to attend, but contributions of $10 per entry are encouraged to benefit Jake Thibeault.
Thibeault, an 18-year-old hockey player and a resident of Fitchburg, suffered a severe spinal injury while playing for Milton Academy on Saturday, September 4.
A World Premiere Presented by Worcester Chamber Music Society
The Worcester Chamber Music Society [WCMS] performs the world premiere of “A Dill Pickle,” a chamber opera by local composer Matthew Malsky.
The performance, on Sunday, October 10, is at the Jean McDonough Arts Center (JMAC) BrickBox at 20 Franklin Street in Worcester.
The performance is in person and live streamed. On-Demand access is between October 17 and October 24.
Based on a short story by Katherine Mansfield (1888-1923), a modernist and feminist writer from New Zealand, “A Dill Pickle” tells the captivating story of two lovers who unexpectedly meet again.
This premiere features Cailin Marcel Manson, baritone, who has an impressive 20-year international career as a soloist, conductor, and teacher. Also featured is the dynamic Caitlin Felsman, soprano, who is a frequent soloist with ensembles in the Greater Boston Area.
Visit the WCMS website for more information and tickets.
Glazy Susan is Looking to Hire a Barista
Downtown Worcester specialty doughnut shop, Glazy Susan, is seeking a candidate to work as a barista in their shop at the DCU Center.
The position duties like prep work, brewing coffee, making espresso, filling drink orders, as well as serving customers at the point of sale.
Weekdays and weekend shifts with a start time between 7 AM and 9 AM and an end time after 3 PM. The shift is 25 to 30 hours per week at a $13.50-$14,50 hourly rate. After 30 days, the position can earn tips.
Pandemic Increases Interest in Travel Insurance
A new survey by AAA found another change in how Americans are viewing travel differently in consideration of the pandemic.
AAA found that more than half of American adults have vacation related travel in their plans, with at least one overnight stay, before the end of 2022. One-third of those travelers are considering purchasing travel insurance, specifically due to the pandemic.
Access to refunds for travel when a trip needs to be cancelled is a consistent consideration of American travelers. Over two-thirds (69%) of travelers said the most important factor in considering travel insurance is “cancel for any reason” provisions to protect against lost funds.
Lead image: Glazy Susan donuts/Courtesy: Glazy Susan/Facebook
