Big Benefit at JJ's for the 15-40 Connection

Killer Queen reunites to join a host of others to raise money for cancer research.

More than five bands, raffles, a race car ... and a whole lot of enthusiasm ... make up a mega-benefit to raise money for cancer research on Sunday, April 7, from noon until closing at JJ's Sports Bar and Grill. The event raises money for the 15-40 Connection, which, works to "empower individuals with knowledge that will save and improve lives through early cancer detection." With a focus on early detection, 15-40 points out that "cancer survival rates in teens and young adults (ages 15 to 40) have barely improved since 1975 in a large part because a delay in diagnosis allows time for cancer to progress to more advanced stages." Learn more about the cause here. An incredible lineup of bands propels the day through sets of cover tunes, …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: March 17

Some St. Patrick's Day ideas for you, fine people.

Our morning column, 5 Things You Need to Know, provides you with information that can help you plan your day and give you some fodder for water cooler conversations. 1. How could we not mention St. Patrick's Day first? There are lots of options. First, Sea Dog won "best place to spend St. Patrick's Day" and has a big night planned. The Celtic Tavern, too, is a sure bet with two live bands, sandwiches starting at 10 a.m. and the taps flowing at 11 a.m. JJ's Sports Bar has the legendary Probable Cause adding to the excitement over there. 2. And tonight, the popular Northborough Contra Dance is back at the First Parish Church. Live music, instruction, snacks, dancing and soft-soled shoes. Sounds like a nice combination. 3. The Northborough …

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Probable Cause in Town for St. Patrick's Day JJ's Bash

Longtime cover band faves Probable Cause plays JJ's.

If you've been out to a bar in the Worcester area in the past 20 years, chances are you've seen Probable Cause once or twice. Some fans—in fact many—have been following this cover band for years. Not only is it remarkable that the band has been kicking for 22 years, but with the same members. The Stones couldn't do it. Van Halen couldn't do it. The Police couldn't do it. The list goes on. Probable Cause could, and does. Northborough Patch talked with guitarist Chris Coghlin about the band, and the big show coming up this weekend. NP: How the heck does Probable Cause stay together, with the same members, for this long, without arguing? The Police couldn't do it. Fleetwood Mac couldn't do it. Numerous bands can't do it. How can Probable …

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