Smile And Help Worcester Set A Guinness World Record

Smile! Take a picture of yours and you can help Worcester get in the Guinness Book of World Records. So World Smile Day is on October 6th, and the Worcester Historical Museum wants to break a record by then. To do that they'll need your help, and all you have to do is smile.

The Worcester Historical Museum is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the most smiles. The goal is to have the pictures of 20,000 people's smiles.

The museum has teamed up with a nonprofit organization called Smile Train. They are "the largest cleft-focused organization with a model of true sustainability — providing training, funding, and resources to empower local medical professionals in 70+ countries to provide 100%-free cleft surgery and other forms of essential cleft care in their own communities."

Not sure if you knew this or not, but Worcester is home to the man who invented the Smiley face. His name was Harvey Ball and he was a commercial artist who invented the symbol in 1963. Over the years, he started to be bothered by the over-commercialization of the smiley, and felt like its original impact had gotten lost. He created the image when he was commissioned to create a graphic to raise morale among the employees of an insurance company. This was after a series of difficult mergers and acquisitions.

The interesting thing? He finished the design in less than 10 minutes, and was paid $45 dollars for it. He invented World Smile Day for people to do something kind to make someone else smile. The first one was in 1999, and is the first Friday in October every year. Apparently there's some drama around the story where a guy in France claims he did it. I'm sticking with Harvey Ball, but you can read Who Really Invented The Smiley Face?

To help them get to their 20,000 smiles, all you have to do is take a picture of your smile and upload it HERE. Easy right? Good luck Worcester! We're rooting (and smiling) for you!

Yup it's true, the WooSox at Polar Park in Worcester will offer the widest menu in Minor League Baseball this summer.

New England lobster rolls, New England clam chowder, and tacos are all making their debut.

Plus, baseball fans can enjoy a first taste of the club’s new and expanded menu at the “Welcome Home Workout & Open House” at Polar Park Wednesday, March 29, from noon to 4 p.m.

"When we say there is ‘even more to do and see in WooSox ’23,’ we may want to add, ‘and even more dining options, too,’” said WooSox President Dr. Charles A. Steinberg in a press release.

“Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher options abound, particularly in the innovative WooSox Market’”

Tacos will be offered on “Taco & Tequila Tuesdays."

Get this:  fans can enjoy three tacos and a margarita for $12 at “A Taste of Worcester."

The WooSox will again offer traditional ballpark fare, such as chicken tenders, burgers, and French fries.

And don't worry!  Worcester Polar Park food staples, such as B.T. Smokehouse, Coney Island Hot Dogs, Creative Cakes, Kona Ice, Table Talk Pies, The Sausage Guy, and Wonder Bar Pizza, continue to be on the roster.

Fans seeking sweets can once again enjoy hand-spun cotton candy and several forms of ice cream: hand-scooped, soft serve, Sweet & Boozy, and Dippin’ Dots.

And if you're in the allergy club, batter up (actually, make the batter gluten free, please)! Polar Park offers a variety of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and strictly kosher options.

The WooSox open their third season at Polar Park Friday, March 31.

The WooSox announced a diverse lineup of 11 local restaurateurs who operate “A Taste of Worcester” at 11 homestands, on Wednesdays through Sundays.

Adding a Tropical twist on the Panini Experience all wrapped up in a Food Truck and Catering!

They bring to you authentic Mexican cuisine with a contemporary twist. Try the freshly made tortillas, deliciously marinated meats, freshwaters, and mouth watering Mexican desserts!

Traditional Italian American Food, combined with innovative new dishes. Trust Executive Chef Tim Russo’s menu; it relies on family recipes handed down from generation to generation!

A Jamaican cafe & juice bar offering authentic Caribbean food, pairing them with American staples. Try the Mango Madness!

Local favorite Wormtown Brewery has expanded into the kitchen. The Wormtown Scratch Kitchen features dishes like pretzels, tacos and burgers, with everything, including the sauces, made right in their Worcester and Foxborough taprooms.

From signature broths and dishes are all made from scratch using traditional recipes and only the finest and freshest ingredients to showcase the best of Vietnamese cuisine. Try classics such as banh mi and spring rolls, pho and bun bo hue, or refreshing fruit smoothies and bubble tea.

Their Mission at Berry's Sweet Confections
is to attempt to make the world sweeter one homemade dessert at a time. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!

A family-owned and operated restaurant with a passion for Asian cuisine, their first restaurant Kenichi opened on Shrewsbury Street in 2011. They work tirelessly to serve delicious food and family-friendly dining experiences!

Atrevete a probar serves up delicious Puerto Rican inspired cuisine. Deliciosa!

Come for the samosas, stay for the Naan taco plate!

Named one of Central Massachusetts 2020 Best Of, this Mexican haven specializes in authentic treats and beyond yummy margaritas.