Join Worcester Center for Crafts for their next Family Performance Series Program. Hot Night in the City!
These events are free and open to the community.
July 21: Crocodile River; 4pm-9pm
Join us for a Crocodile River Music performace at this annual event, Hot Night in the City! July 21, 2023
Crocodile River Music brings the music, art, and culture of Africa to New England and beyond, spreading awareness and inspiring new ways of cultural thinking. Their concerts, workshops, lectures, and other educational programs showcase emerging and established African artists.
Outdoor activities will include:
Live music
Crocodile River Music
Redemption Rock Beer Truck
Mooving Cow Ice-Cream Truck
Forging demos from FerroMorphics
Coney Island Food Truck
A popcorn and drink stand
Happy Glamper Photo Camper
Indoor activities will include:
Mary Aroian Community Gallery showcase of 2D and 3D art
“Artists on Fire” art show in our Krikorian Gallery
Live demonstrations in clay, metals, glass, and fiber arts in the Open House Art Studios
Live music in the lobby
Full access to the Handcrafted Shop, which represents over 300 artists from around the country
Questions? contact Candace Casey, ccasey4@worcester.edu.
Get your free tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-night-in-the-city-2023-tickets-667009552527?aff=oddtdtcreator
Past Events:
January 21: Give an Alien a Pinch; 11am-2pm
Working with self-hardening clay you will learn the most basic clay forming technique, pinching! Once you have made a basic body form, you can add arms, legs and details to bring your Alien to life. Made from self-hardening clay your creation will not need firing but you should allow it to rest for 24 hours or more, so the clay may solidify. Aliens will go home with their makers!
February 18: Imperial Lion Dance Team; 2pm-UPDATE: CANCELLED
Dynamic history and rich traditions. Lion dancing is a preservation of art for the Asian Culture. An exciting performance filled with color, costume and acrobatics.
March 18: Origami; 11am – 2pm
Back by popular demand – Let’s have fun with origami! By folding paper, we can transform a flat piece of paper into three-dimensional art. Create animals, hats, boxes, and more! You will be provided with a step-by-step guide and assistance as needed. All materials are included and no experience is necessary.
May 20: Give a Friend a Pinch; 11am-2pm
Working with self-hardening clay you will learn the most basic clay forming technique, pinching! Once you have made a basic body form, you can add details to bring your special pet or friend to life. Made from self-hardening clay your creation will not need firing but you should allow it to rest for 24 hours or more, so the clay may solidify. Friends will go home with their makers!
Worcester Center for Crafts
25 Sagamore Rd
Worcester MA
