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January 2025
Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Reading with Ryan for Emerging Readers
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of "Reading with Ryan" for emerging readers. Ryan loves when people read to him. If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Ryan. Pick your favorite book and schedule a 15-minute reading spot to hang out with the coolest dog who just NEEDS to hear you read. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »February 2025
Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Family Maker Night
The Medford Public Library invites kids ages 8 to 12, accompanied by an adult, to come to the Maker Space and test out something new or work on a project of your own. A staff member will be on hand to help but it is YOUR design time. Come for the whole time or just stay for a little. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar. Family Maker Night is held on the first Thursday of every month. …
Find out more »Tanglewood Marionettes: The Dragon King
The Eliot-Pearson Children's School at Tufts University invites the community to "The Dragon King," performed by the award-winning Tanglewood Marionettes. An underwater fantasy based on Chinese folklore, "The Dragon King" tells the tale of an intrepid grandmother who journeys to the bottom of the sea in search of the elusive Dragon King, and the answers to why he has forsaken the land above. Tickets are $10 through the event web page; free admission for children under age 3. All proceeds…
Find out more »Medford Family Network Valentine Family Fest
Friends of the Medford Family Network invites you to their annual Valentine Family Fest, a fundraiser to support the programs of the Medford Family Network, a CACHE member. The event will include three half-hour magic shows by Mike Bent; valentine making and crafts led by Sarah Beardslee; a visit from the Queen of Hearts; and much more. Tickets are $10 for an individual pass and $30 for a family pass. Order through the event page on the FMFN website, where…
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Grade 1 Book Club: Little Houses
The Medford Public Library’s First Grade Book Club meets to discuss "Little Houses" by Kevin Henkes. Please note that this club is only for children in first grade. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar. Books will be available at the library about one month in advance.
Find out more »Matt Heaton Singalong
Join the hilarious and awesome Matt Heaton for his monthly singalong at the library. Get your toes tappin’ and your wombat dance ready! This program is designed for ages 0 to 3 but is fun for all!
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
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