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October 2021
Wakpa Mural Tour With Erin Genia
Tufts University Art Galleries present Native artist Erin Genia leading a tour of her commissioned public art mural "Wakpa," located in the Jackson Gym parking lot in the back of Aidekman Arts Center, next to the Tufts University Art Galleries entrance. The mural is on view through the 2021–22 academic year. The tour is co-sponsored with Tufts Environmental Studies as part of the Hoch Cunningham Environmental Lecture Series, which will feature Genia and fellow Native artist Elizabeth-James Perry in conversation at…
Find out more »Toussaint the Liberator: Gatorwood Sessions
Toussaint the Liberator presents the Gatorwood Sessions at the Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge. A staple of Boston’s rich and authentic music scene, Toussaint is the former Soulive frontman and lead singer of Band of Killers. Every third Friday at The Porch he brings his unique style of soul, a little spoken word poetry, and whatever else the vibe dictates. Dinner reservation required.
Find out more »David Spade
Chevalier Theatre welcomes comedian David Spade for his first Medford performance. Nominated in 1999 for an Emmy Award for his memorable role as Dennis Finch, the wise-cracking, power-hungry assistant on “Just Shoot Me,” Spade became a household favorite during his five-year stint as a cast member on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.” He was also nominated for a Golden Globe in 2000 and an American Comedy Award in 1999 for his work on NBC’s “Just Shoot Me.” Spade continues to be…
Find out more »Hi Fi Monk at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge welcomes back Hi-Fi Monk. Founded in 2013 by veterans of the Boston music scene, vocalist and emcee Jonathan Gramling and bassist Fez Aswat, Hi-Fi Monk is a deep dive exploration of funk, reggae, hip hop and soul. Joined by legendary vocalist Toussaint the Liberator and a squad of highly sought after musicians: Yusaku Yoshimura and Tariq Nicholson on keys, Zach Monroe on guitar and Adriel Ferguson on drums. General admission…
Find out more »Harvest Your Energy Festival
The City of Medford's Harvest Your Energy Festival returns in-person, outdoors near the McGlynn Middle School wind turbine. It's a fun, sustainable event with entertainment, activities for residents of all ages, food, and great raffle prizes to win. There will be live music by Matt Heaton and Trail Mix, and kids activities from Knucklebones. Among the 33 exhibitors will be CACHE members Medford Family Network and Friends of the Medford Public Library. For updates, visit the festival website.
Find out more »Jerome Street Studios Pop-up Shop at Colleen’s
Colleen's in Medford Square continues its series of fall pop-up shops, today featuring artists from Jerome Street Studios -- a cooperatively run studio for local artists in West Medford. Participating artists will be Elaina Bates-Egan, Sheila Corkery, Earl Howard, Tonya Howard, Maria Kozmin and Stephanie Todhunter. Items for sale will include pottery, jewelry, zines, paintings, prints, T-shirts and other gifts.
Find out more »Chess in the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees to play. If the weather is rainy or cold, the club will meet at Colleen's Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop at 61 High Street. The Medford Chess…
Find out more »Matt & Shannon Heaton: Virtual Guided Session
Following a special early morning edition program last Saturday, Matt and Shannon Heaton's Virtual Guided Session returns to its usual 2 p.m. time slot. Tune learners, second instrument players, people who enjoy playing at a chill pace (or just like listening to great Irish music) . . . all are welcome to join the Heatons live from Medford for an hour of moderately paced tunes and good cheer. Play along and chat with Matt and Shannon and a global community…
Find out more »Professor Harp at The Porch
Blues and R&B great Professor Harp, aka Hugh Holmes, returns to The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge for another evening of high-energy electric harmonica blues. Dinner reservation required.
Find out more »Southwick Trio: The 19th Century Woman
The Tufts University Department of Music presents pianist Hisako Hiratsuka, joined by Sarita Uranovksy, violin, and Anna Griffis, viola, in a concert of works by women from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Trios and duos by Amy Beach, Rebecca Clarke, and Clara Schumann are paired Mozart's delightfully stormy "Kegelstatt Trioto" round out the program. Due to COVID regulations, live audiences at Tufts Music events are restricted to individuals with a Tufts ID only who have filled out the university's…
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