What is WOO? It’s a unique card established in 2007. Originally it was designed for college students, but in 2009, the public WOO card was born. Discounts and other incentives are made available to cardholders at assorted cultural, theatrical, retail, recreational, lodging, service, and dining venues.
How much do WOO Cards cost? Well, it depends on the type. College WOO cards are free to Greater Worcester college students, while general public WOO cards can be bought over the Internet or at certain locations like The Hanover Theater for the Performing Arts Box Office and Worcester City Clerk’s Office at City Hall for a one-time charge of $20.
Other things to know about WOO? Well, after a card is purchased or received, it must be registered. Once registration takes place, holders receive ongoing information about various WOO specials. For example, in addition to periodic discounts and other promotions, WOO members accumulate points each time they swipe their cards at participating locations and events. The points allow for eligibility in monthly drawings and other prizes. Naturally, many incentives and/or savings are independent to the respective business and subject to change, so be sure to check.
Which businesses honor the WOO Card? Many. Here are some examples.
- Worcester Museum
- Old Sturbridge Village
- Seven Hills Symphony
- Tower Hill Botanic Garden
- Ristornante Via Alto 27
- Viva Bene
- Flying Rhino Café–(free appetizer with the purchase of two meals).
- Worcester Airport Limo (15% off)
- Central Rock Climbing Gym ($5 off day pass)
- ARTSWorcester (double points at galleries)
- Old Sturbridge Village (general public cards save 25% off admission price and college cards save 50%!).
- Seven Hills Symphony (double points).
- Bocado
- Garden Inn of Worcester (10% off).
- The Courtyard Marriott Worcester (free upgrade when available).
The above are merely a few of the 50-ish WOO Card establishments participating in this exciting program. For additional details, go to www.culture@worcestermass.org.
The Greater Worcester Area is brimming with cultural, recreational, service, and dining opportunities. The WOO card just makes these possibilities that much more appealing!
