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April 2025

Reading Buddies

Tuesday, April 1 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, repeating until Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Free

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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The Mother Mount Legend

Saturday, April 5 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Medford Family Network Family Center, 489 Winthrop St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Free

The Medford Family Network is hosting a bilingual storytelling event centered on "The Mother Mount Legend," a story deeply rooted in the oral tradition of the Colombian Amazon. Esther Gomez and Karina Liendo will tell the story of Madre Monte, who is commonly represented as a beautiful and strong woman, half woman and half mountain, dressed in leaves and green moss, whose face cannot be seen. She is the protector of nature. Geared toward children age 5 and older, the…

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Family 3D Printing Workshop

Monday, April 7 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Free

The Medford Public Library hosts a Family 3D Printing Workshop for kids ages 8 to 12 and an adult. Learn about the 3D printing process, then test out the library’s 3D printers in the Tech Lab to make something of your own. An adult is required to attend so kids can continue the 3D printing fun at home. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.    

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Reading Buddies

Tuesday, April 8 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, repeating until Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Free

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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Grade 1 Book Club: Hey, Wall

Tuesday, April 8 @ 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Free

The Medford Public Library’s First Grade Book Club meets to discuss "Hey, Wall" by Susan Verde. Discussion is accompanied by a small craft or activity related to the book. Please note that this club is only for children in first grade. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Books will be available at the library about one month in advance.  

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Matt Heaton Singalong

Thursday, April 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Free

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!

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Family Maker Night

Thursday, April 10 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free

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 online calendar.      

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Books With Bailey

Monday, April 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free

The Medford Public Library presents another edition of Books With Bailey, a trained service dog who loves listening to books! If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Bailey. Pick your favorite book and sign up for 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 online calendar.    

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Reading Buddies

Tuesday, April 15 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, repeating until Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Free

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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Family Paint Night

Tuesday, April 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free

The Medford Public Library is hosting a family paint night for kids age 6 and up. Kids and their grown-ups will follow along with a beginner-friendly video tutorial and create a duo (or group) of paintings to bring home and treasure forever. This month, participants will be painting cute owls. All supplies are provided by the library. All skill levels welcome. Register though the library's online calendar. Presented with support from a Medford Arts Council grant.    

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