WUW Creator Spotlight Series 1: Abu Mwenye
Spread the loveWhat’s Up Worcester got an insider view of a local artist’s studio, and it is our honor to present “Art by Abu,” communicator of Joy. 75 Webster Street- Tanzanian born artist Abu Mwenye creates modern African art…
Read MoreNovember 2025 “Voices of the Flame” Astrology & Energy Forecast: Cosmic Expansion & Spiritual Reset in Worcester
For Worcester folks especially, this energy hits different. We're a city that knows how to reinvent itself, from our industrial roots to our current renaissance. November is asking us to channel that same energy on a personal level.
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Grafton Hill’s New Welcome: A Neighborhood Marker for Worcester’s East Side
A new neighborhood marker now welcomes everyone to Grafton Hill—funded by the CSX Community Investment Fund and built by local businesses Serrato Signs, Empire Granite, and Jam Corp. City leaders call it a visible symbol of neighborhood pride and…
Read MoreWho is la Catrina? The history of the most recognizable symbol of Dia de Los Muertos
Alas, Halloween is technically one day early for the appearances of Catrina and Catrin (catrin meaning a well-dressed person). Additionally, Dia de los Muertos is most deeply rooted in Mexican culture, where families honor deceased loved ones through…
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Love in Action: El Buen Samaritano Delivers Groceries & Hope Amid Worcester Food Crisis
On October 31, 2025, I stood on Piedmont Street and saw Worcester’s true spirit in action. Families walked away from El Buen Samaritano with bags overflowing, each receiving more than $200 in groceries, and nobody was turned away. What struck me most was…
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