Here are the Worcester Guardian’s five picks for things to do in Worcester this weekend:
- A tribute, a transformation, and a night at the movies: Spend an evening with performer Roger Kabler during a special screening of “Being Robin” on Friday, April 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at WCUW 91.3 FM, 910 Main St. Presented in conjunction with Cinema-Worcester, the event features Kabler in person to introduce the film and take part in a post-screening Q&A. The night opens with classical guitar music by his sister, Lisa Goldwyn, followed by the film at 7 p.m. “Being Robin” follows Kabler’s journey as a sensitive artist channeling the spirit of Robin Williams, blending humor and introspection as he prepares a live tribute to the legendary comedian. Tickets are available through Cinema-Worcester.
- The story behind one of Worcester’s grandest rooms: Go beyond the stage and into the history of one of the city’s most iconic landmarks during “Worcester History Deep Dive: Mechanics Hall” on Saturday, April 18, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Worcester Public Library Main Library. Led by local history librarian Alex, the program explores who the “Mechanics” were and how Mechanics Hall became deeply intertwined with Worcester’s cultural and civic life. Whether you’ve attended a concert there or simply admired the building, the session offers a closer look at the people and history behind the landmark. Registration is required.
- A cleaner city starts with a trash bag and a Saturday morning: Join hundreds of Worcester residents for the city’s annual Earth Day cleanup on Saturday, April 18, a decades-long tradition that brings neighbors together to spruce up streets, parks, and green spaces across the city. Organized by the Regional Environmental Council, the effort spans dozens of sites and regularly draws more than 1,500 volunteers, collectively removing tons of litter each year. Whether you’re part of a group or just looking to pitch in solo, it’s a chance to make an immediate, visible impact—and maybe meet a few like-minded neighbors along the way. Registration is required in advance, and supplies are provided.
- Food, science, and a little controlled chaos: Television host and culinary storyteller Alton Brown brings his latest live show, An Evening of Alton Brown, to the The Hanover Theatre on Saturday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. Known for “Good Eats”, “Iron Chef America,” and “Cutthroat Kitchen,” Brown blends cooking, humor, music and science into a live performance that leans more toward storytelling and spontaneity than a traditional demo. He’s hinted at revisiting fan-favorite moments while adding new twists and a bit of scaled-down mayhem. Tickets range from $64 to $104, with a limited VIP option that includes a pre-show Q&A and signed book.
- A double dose of college baseball: Catch a full afternoon of action as Clark University takes on Worcester Polytechnic Institute in a baseball doubleheader on Saturday at Granger Field at Clark University, 94 Beaver St. First pitch is set for 11 a.m., with game two scheduled for 2 p.m., giving fans two chances to cheer on the Cougars against their cross-city rivals, the Engineers. The games run through the afternoon and are open to spectators, with a livestream also available for those who can’t make it in person.
For more events, visit the Discover Central Massachusetts events calendar.
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