all for you

Savin’ It All for You: A ‘20s Revue is the second in Blue Pumpkin’s new Cabaret series, and hits the Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre on Tuesday, December 1. Starring Cha Cha and Dr. Nat who have crafted a revue with patter and repartee, along with songs of the 1920s, some sure to be familiar and some nearly-lost hilarious novelty songs you may never have encountered. The fun-filled musical journey is directed by Marc P. Smith. $15; Blue Pumpkin members/students: $12. 8-10 p.m. Worcester Hibernian Cultural Centre, 19 Temple St. 508-757-1472, www.bluepumpkinproductions.com.

holiday sounds

Nine Unique Voices - One Unforgettable Family! The Taubl family are back at Mechanics Hall for the 8th year with a concert of Christmas and seasonal favorites. Part of the ticket proceeds will benefit two orphan charities - Heart for Africa and the Light and Life Foundation. Tickets Sold at the Door: $15. Call the Box Office for $10 Seats. 508-752-0888, www.mechanicshall.org, www.thetaublfamily.com.

Enjoy the sounds of the season as Tower Hill Botanic Garden present Worcester Men of Song: A Holiday Review on Sunday, November 29. Free with regular admission to the Garden: $10 Adults, $7 Seniors & $5 Youth; free to Members and children under six. 3-4:30 p.m. Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston. 508-869-6111, www.towerhillbg.org.

bass night

If you’re looking for a night of bass driven music, you won’t want to miss Bass Embassy @ The Fifth Amendment. Starting Tuesday, December 1 and running every other Tuesday from 10p.m.-2a.m. you’ll find the top local, regional and national artists in Dubstep, Drum & Bass, Jungle, Breakbeat and Baseline right here. Resident DJs: DJ Mike Skillz (Boston); Eastern Block (Worcester - The Russian, Bass Pusher and Hidden Threat); D.O.D. Crew; Andis (Providence, RI); Miz-Eyesis (Hartford, CT) and more. 18+, $5/cover, food till 1am! 90 Commercial St. Worcester.

say cheese

Everyone loves to see your baby’s picture. The cute outfit, the drool on his chin, the furry face…I’m not talking about your infant, I’m talking about your pet! Stop by Molly’s in the Doghouse through December 6 and capture your furry friend through the lens with Pet Pictures With Santa, Sundays through December 6. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Molly’s In The Doghouse, 16 Woodland St., West Boylston. Call 508-835-3505.

Every season you say you’ll take that perfect family portrait for your holiday card, but admit it, you never get around to it and end up digging up those Snoopy cards you bought on sale the year before. Start a new tradition at the Worcester Art Museum’s Holiday Family Photo Op on Saturday, November 28, Snap your family portrait alongside a work of art from the world-famous Worcester Art Museum. A professional photographer from WAM will work with you to get the perfect shot. $25 includes sitting fee and electronic image emailed to your home. (Sorry, no pets allowed.) You must register for this event, so call 508.799.4406, x3007 today. 10:15-11:50, 3 p.m.-4:35 a.m. Worcester Art Museum, 55 Salisbury St. Call 508-799-4406, www.worcesterart.org.

festivities

The Festival of Crafts is ON! The 40th Annual Festival of Crafts will be held at the Worcester Center for Crafts on Thanksgiving on November 27 - 29. Friday & Sat: 10a.m. to 5p.m. and Sunday 10a.m. to 4 p.m. Ceramics, Glass, Wood, Fiber, Metals – you name it! $5 admission. Worcester Center for Crafts, 25 Sagamore Road. Call 508-753-8183 or visit www.WorcesterCraftCenter.org.

Festival of Trees & Holiday Marketplace on Saturday, November 28, a Benefit for Baby’s Breath Crisis Nursery. Stop by for beautifully decorated trees to be sold at Silent Auction, the Aisle of Wreaths and children events such as sleigh bell pancake breakfast from 9-11, vendors, music, storytime, craft tables with ornament making, and much more. Fun for the whole family! $5/Maximum $20 per family,$5 pancake breakfast. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Saint Ann Parish, 24 Mulberry St. Call 508-752-2964.

good cause

Party for a cause at the Benefit for Jason Kuntz with Lisa Marie and All Shook Up! On Saturday, November 28. Come down to the Legion from 7p.m. till midnight to help raise some funds for Jay, who is now in the process of battling a recurrence of cancer. Cash bar and refreshments. All are welcome and it should be a fun night so bring a friend and show your support for Jay! $10. American Legion Post 204, 159 Hartwell St., West Boylston. Call 508-829-4576.

young jazz

Don’t miss 17 year old jazz sensation Grace Kelly at Mechanics Hall’s next Brown Bag Concert featuring The Grace Kelly Quintet on Wednesday, December 2. Saxophonist, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger – this teen is rapidly making her way up in the jazz music world. Grace has already recorded and/or performed with many notable musicians such as Lee Konitz, Phil Woods, Dave Brubeck, Wynton Marsalis, Frank Morgan, Cedar Walton, Piano Jazz with Marian McPartland, Harry Connick, Jr., Dianne Reeves, and James Cotton, among others. Bring your lunch or buy one there. Broadcast live on WICN 90.5 fm radio and on the web at wicn.org Free! noon-1 p.m. Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St. Call 508-752-5608.