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Three ways to enjoy bobasnew
Throughout the past 10 years, American cities have witnessed the growth of the curious elixir, boba tea, also commonly called bubble tea or pearl milk tea, and Worcester is no stranger to this popular beverage. The drink typically combines a chilled, blended or iced Asian tea with chewy, pea-sized bubbles of a variety of flavors, from fruit flavors like mango, orange, or coconut, but most commonly tapioca.
Worcester Magazine |
Mike Murray |
10-23-2014 |
Food+Drink
Black Eyes to Best Friendsnew
Roller derby is fast paced, action-packed and occasionally brutal, but the camaraderie among the different teams and leagues spread across the world is immediately evident.
Worcester Magazine |
Josh Lyford |
09-25-2014 |
Sports
Latino communities on display at Fitchburg Art Museumnew
For many Latin American artists, their work is not necessarily an extension of Latin culture. Surprisingly it has more to do with their immediate surroundings and life experiences, which have the greatest influence on them. They are inspired by a myriad of ideas that transcend a vision as opposed to a particular culture. This fall, the Fitchburg Art Museum (FAM) will feature exhibits that focus on the works of Latino artists, recognizing their contributions to the arts.
Worcester Magazine |
Al Vuona |
09-18-2014 |
Art
A True Community Museumnew
Over the past six months, the Fitchburg Art Museum (FAM) has, under the behest of recently appointed director Nick Capasso, begun working toward completely introducing the Spanish language into the museum and its contents, with the intent to become New England’s first fully bilingual art museum. This Bilingual Museum Initiative includes the implementation of Spanish signage, exhibition information, and even the employment of a bilingual receptionist.
Worcester Magazine |
Chelsey Pan |
09-02-2014 |
Art
Selfiesnew
The bastard son of the digital age, for many, has been the selfie. In this week’s cover story, Worcester area residents join art and college communication professionals who regularly share their selfies on Facebook in discussing whether the selfie is a throw-away moment or the next generation of self-portraiture — and should they survive being stored on computers and websites that’ll eventually become obsolete — will they serve as invaluable historical documents for generations to come?
Worcester Magazine |
Brian Goslow |
07-24-2014 |
Culture
Worcide: Worcester DIY skatepark asks for city supportnew
This cover story takes a look inside a community that created the Worcide DIY skatepark. There have been some hurdles along the way, and there are more to come, but the community as a whole has stood behind the work, hosting fundraisers on behalf of the Worcide crew. The future of the skatepark is uncertain at best, but given the opportunity, Worcide has the potential to become a huge part of Worcester's legacy.
Worcester Magazine |
Josh Lyford |
06-19-2014 |
Recreation
A RAW Journeynew
Now, nearly three years after RAW’s official public launch happened in August of 2011, the organization has become exactly that – the United Nations of Crafts. It has combined entrepreneurial spirit and artistic ability with international language, customs and products. RAW artisans range from a Bhutanese stone sculptor to a Rwandan basket weaver to a Central African embroiderer, and those are just a select few of about 20 members.
Worcester Magazine |
Katie Benoit |
05-29-2014 |
Culture
Celebrating a piece of American historynew
This year, the Worcester Organ celebrates its 150 anniversary since its first installation at Mechanics Hall. In celebration of this event, 2014 has been dubbed the Year of the Organ, with several organ concerts being held throughout the year in conjunction with the organ’s $85,000 refurbishment in 2013.
The Worcester Organ, also known as the Hook Organ, was first installed in 1864 by brothers Elias and George Hook, who arrived in Boston shortly before being hired. It is a 52-stop, 3,504-pipe tracker organ, meaning that the keys and valves are connected mechanically, rather than electrically, similar to how a manual typewriter’s keys are linked. The organ is notable for being the largest and oldest four-keyboard tracker organ in the Western Hemisphere that still remains at its installation site.
Worcester Magazine |
Chelsey Pan |
05-15-2014 |
History
The Face of Feminismnew
With so many women now connecting and sharing their challenges and hopes, a new form of feminism is emerging. One that is multi-limbed like Vishnu, reaching in many directions, with many faces, seeking a variety of improvements in the lives of women the world over. So what is feminism now?
Worcester Magazine |
Lynne Hedvig |
04-21-2014 |
Culture
Homegrownnew
Sick of genetically modified, waxy cucumbers? Of oversized, tasteless strawberries? Of hormone-injected meat products? Then think about trying a CSA this summer and fall…because nothing beats homegrown, local and fresh.
Worcester Magazine |
Katie Benoit |
04-04-2014 |
Food+Drink
Big Dreams, Tiny Housenew
Inspired by the Tiny House Movement, a growing number of people nationwide have rejected the idea of bigger is better to its fullest extreme, building or purchasing homes that have the bare minimum of what is needed to live a comfortable life. Several individuals in Worcester County in Massachusetts have adopted this minimalist lifestyle.
Worcester Magazine |
Brian Goslow |
04-03-2014 |
Culture
Central Massachusetts Tattoo Festival 2014new
The Massachusetts tattoo scene has grown in leaps and bounds since its legalization in 2000 and Zaza Ink, located at 287 West Boylston St. in West Boylston, has been doing their part to bring artists and enthusiasts together with the Massachusetts Tattoo and Art Festival, now in its eighth year.
Worcester Magazine |
Josh Lyford |
03-27-2014 |
Culture
Spring Arts Preview 2014new
As life begins to reappear and grow around us this spring season, Worcester's cultural spaces will do the same with thought-provoking artwork and performances. In this year's Spring Arts Preview, we present a comprehensive guide to the area's biggest and smallest art exhibitions, film screenings, musical performances, theatrical acts and author talks, in addition to a few outside of Central Mass. From this year's Latino Film Festival, to a listing of cultural happenings at area colleges, Worcester Magazine's 2014 Spring Arts Preview is a keeper for everything arts related this season.
Worcester Magazine |
Brittany Durgin |
03-27-2014 |
Art
Cabinet of Wondersnew
The Tsars—to say nothing of many of their successors—often got away with murder. The tables decidedly turned, however, when the last of them, Nicholas II, was executed, along with his family, though their legacy and the aura surrounding it live on. “The Tsars’ Cabinet,” an upcoming exhibit at the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton, and Nicholas Nicholson’s opening night talk, “Jewels of the Romanovs,” provide rare opportunities to glimpse this era and learn more about the lives and lifestyle of this ultimately ill-fated clan.
Worcester Magazine |
Laurence Levey |
03-20-2014 |
History
Olé: Tacos and karaokenew
Olé Taqueria at 118 Water St. has been crafting some of the best tacos in Central Mass. since opening in 2011, but they have also been making waves as the go-to spot for good times with one of the best karaoke nights in town.
Worcester Magazine |
Josh Lyford |
03-20-2014 |
Culture
