5 Things You Need to Know Today in Worcester – August 21, 2019

WORCESTER – In today’s daily 5 Things You Need to Know feature, ThisWeekinWorcester.com will explore 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 — August 21, 2019 – four popular Worcester spots team up for huge block party on Sunday, the Worcester Community Soccer Coalition will make case for more soccer in city, Indian Lake will be closed on Thursday for algae treatment, Holmes Field ribbon cutting is this week, and the Summer Jam Classic is Saturday. 

4 Popular Worcester Spots Team Up to Throw Massive Block Party on Shrewsbury St.

This Sunday — August 25 — four popular Worcester establishments — Volturno, Simjang, Deadhorse Hill and Wormtown Brewery — will be throwing the Summer at 72 Block Party.

The highlight of the block party is poised to be the double-elimination, bring-your-own partner cornhole tournament. Entry is $60 per team. Teams check-in at 12 PM and bags fly at 1 PM. Prizes go to the top three teams.

Soccer Coalition to Make Case for More Fields in City

The Worcester Community Soccer Coalition is calling all residents that have a rooting interest in the sport to come to the city’s Youth, Parks & Recreation Committee meeting on Thursday, Aug. 22 at 5:30 PM to discuss the state of the city’s soccer fields.

The meeting is in the Levi Lincoln North Chamber on the third floor of City Hall.

The committee will be discussing possible steps and financing methods that might be considered to increase the number of soccer fields across the city.

Indian Lake to Be Closed on Thursday for Algae Treatment

The city’s DPW has contracted for the application of copper sulfate to Indian Lake on Thursday, Aug.22. The city is advising everyone to stay out of the water, discontinue boat use and fishing, and keep their pets out of the water on this day.

The plan is to reopen the beaches on Friday.

Copper sulfate is a safe and effective way to control the growth of harmful, toxin-producing algae. The application of copper sulfate is a common practice to maintain a healthy lake and poses minimal risk to humans and animals after application is complete.

Holmes Field Ribbon Cutting is Thursday

Summer Jam Classic is Saturday at Grant Sq. Park

On Saturday, Aug. 24, eight teams from six different cities across three states will meet at Grant Square park in Worcester to compete in the 4th Annual Summer Jam — with $1,000 on the line.

The eight teams playing in Summer Jam 2019 are from Worcester, Boston, Springfield, Holyoke, New York and Burlington, VT.

The 5-on-5 tournament will feature 40 players including semi-professionals and talented collegiate-level players.

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