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 – Tuesday, March 3 – trout stocking begins soon in Massachusetts, it’s Wellness Week with the Herren Project in Worcester, there’s a Worcester feel to Boston Calling this year, Table Talk Pies is getting a “surprise” visit on Wednesday and Wendy’s has released a breakfast menu nationwide.
Spring Trout Stocking Starts Soon
MassWildlife staff will soon be stocking nearly 500,000 brook, rainbrow, brown and tiger trout into waters across the state, including right here in Worcester.
Worcester’s Bell Pond, Coes Pond and Lake Quinsigamond will all be stocked.
To keep track of when ponds and lakes are stocked with trout, click here.
It’s Wellness Week with the Herren Project in Worcester
From now until the end of the week, the Herren Project will be hosting events in Worcester as part of their nationwide Wellness Week.
On Tuesday, the documentary “The First Day – A Focus on the Beginning” will be shown at Anna Maria College from 1 PM to 3 PM. The film follows Chris Herren, former professional basketball player, author and wellness advocate, as he shares his own story of recovery with high school students who, in turn, have shared their stories of struggle and strength.
On Wednesday night, the Burns Bridge over Lake Quinsigamond will be lit up purple in recognition of substance abuse recovery efforts.
Staff and members of Worcester Fitness are leading the way on Wellness Week and are encouraging everyone to take the #HerrenFitnessChallenge:
Worcester-Area Comedians Performing at Boston Calling
The 2020 Boston Calling takes places from Friday, May 22 to Sunday, May 24 and there will be a real Worcester-area feel all weekend long.
The three-day concert event also features several sets by comedians to warm-up the crowd each day.
Among the comedians scheduled to perform are Worcester’s own Orlando Baxter and Alingon Mitra, and Gardner native Andrew Mayer. Comedian Peter Martin of Medfield, who has frequently performed in Worcester, will also be at Boston Calling.
Table Talk Pies to Have Special Guests on Wednesday AM
The Pie Store at Table Talk Pies on Green Street will have special guests on Wednesday morning.
Both “Charlies” from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — which starts Wednesday night at the Hanover Theatre in downtown Worcester — will make an appearance at 10:30 AM at the Pie Store.
If you want to meet the actors playing “Charlie,” head on down to the Pie Store.
If you want to see the show at Hanover Theatre, tickets are still available for all seven performances.
Wendy’s Releases a Breakfast Menu Nationwide
On the day McDonald’s declared National Egg McMuffin Day, fast-food chain Wendy’s released a breakfast menu nationwide.
Coincidence?
The menu includes nine breakfast combos, including: the Maple Bacon Chicken Croissant, the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, and the Breakfast Baconator.
