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April 2025
Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging, with the help of Tufts University occupational therapy students, presents its Arm Chair Travel Experience for seniors through virtual reality (VR). It’s an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video through special 3D goggles while simultaneously feeling as if you are in the environment of your choice. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind opportunity to travel and sightsee without having to leave the comfort of the Senior Center. Sign up with a call to the center…
Find out more »4GoodVibes Virtual Spring Makers Market
4GoodVibes is presenting a Virtual Spring Makers Market. The nine-day event, running from April 19 through 27, will feature 80+ local artists/small businesses offering handmade items, live shopping, raffles, games, and more, all via the event Facebook group. All purchased items may be shipped to your home or to the 4GoodVibes2 store in South Medford. Vendors interested in participating (cost is $25) may apply using the online form. Vendors with a 4GoodVibes Virtual Markets yearly membership are automatically accepted and…
Find out more »Brooks Estate Spring Spruce-up
Today is the Medford-Brooks Estate Land Trust's annual Spring Spruce-up, taking place in conjunction with the citywide cleanup. Key areas to spruce up around the city's historic property are along the Grove Street Wall; along the boardwalk, near Brooks pond; and along the trails. M-BELT will provide some supplies (including rakes, trimmers, trash bags, and gloves), but volunteers are asked to bring yard tools if they have them. Lunch will be provided. M-BELT is a nonprofit organization that manages the…
Find out more »Patriots’ Day Celebration
The City of Medford invites you to Medford Square for the annual Patriots’ Day celebration. Events begin at 10 a.m. at the Salem Street Burying Ground next to Riverside Plaza as tribute is paid to the soldiers who lost their lives during the Revolutionary War. Words from Medford historian Dee Morris will accompany wreath laying on Patriots' graves. Then march through Medford Square with Captain Isaac Hall and Mistress Hall to the historic Isaac Hall House at 43 High Street,…
Find out more »Social MakerSpace Drop-in
The Medford Public Library presents another Social MakerSpace Drop-in for adults. Want to chat with other makers in the Medford community? Stop by the MakerSpace and work on your personal projects in a social environment. The library's in-house expert will be available to answer questions about how to use the space and equipment. Next month's Social MakerSpace Drop-in will be held on Tuesday, May 20.
Find out more »Teen Henna
The Medford Public Library invites teens in middle school and high school to have henna applied to their hands by a professional artist. These tattoos will remain for approximately one week. Space is limited. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Also required is a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian. Permission slips will be available April 1 in the Teen Section and online at medfordlibrary.org. Signed slips can be passed in early or brought to the…
Find out more »Family Peeps Diorama Making
The Medford Public Library presents its annual Family Peeps Diorama Making session for kids ages 8 to 12 with their grown-ups. Kids and grown-ups are encouraged to work together to create the perfect diorama using marshmallow Peeps and the provided craft supplies. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. The Peeps Diorama Making session for teens will be held tonight from 6 to 8 p.m.
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 online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Peeps Diorama Contest
Teens in middle school and high school are invited to enter the Medford Public Library's always fun Peeps Diorama Contest. You'll have two hours to re-create your favorite pop culture moment with Peeps. All supplies (including Peeps) will be provided, but you are welcome to bring any extra supplies that you would like to use. After the event, all dioramas will go on display in the Teen Section so people can vote for their favorites. After one week, the winner…
Find out more »Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging, with the help of Tufts University occupational therapy students, presents its Arm Chair Travel Experience for seniors through virtual reality (VR). It’s an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video through special 3D goggles while simultaneously feeling as if you are in the environment of your choice. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind opportunity to travel and sightsee without having to leave the comfort of the Senior Center. Sign up with a call to the center…
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