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April 2024
Middle School Chameleon: Youth Pride Prep
Middle School Chameleon, the Medford Public Library’s drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6 to 8, meets in Bonsignore Hall. Today's topic is Youth Pride prep. Come chat, connect, do fun projects, and play games in a safe, open, and welcoming space. No one is required to disclose any aspect of their identity in order to be part of the group.
Find out more »MFN Literacy Program with Medford Housing
The Medford Family Network is teaming up with the Medford Housing Authority to offer "My First Game," a reading enrichment program that also focuses on building social and emotional skills for children in grades 1 to 3. The children who participate will engage in fun activities, and be given the opportunity to write their own social stories. Please check back closer to the event date for a link to register.
Find out more »Tea Towel Printing Workshop
Arts Collaborative Medford is hosting a Tea Towel Printing Workshop led by Medford resident Christine Willis. Explore creating patterns using repetition and overlapping shapes with found objects like bottle tops, cardboard, forks, wine corks, or even fruit and veggies. Let your imagination go wild as you swap objects with other participants to personalize your fabrics as much as you want. This beginner-friendly workshop for ages 16 and over is a great way to meet new people in your creative community…
Find out more »Night Club + 2 Bands at Deep Cuts
Night Club headlines tonight's live music at Deep Cuts, supporting their new digital album “Masochist.” Night Club is Emily Kavanaugh and Mark Brooks, a dark electronic duo formed in Los Angeles in 2012. Touching upon themes such as mental illness, loneliness and revenge, their self-released albums have helped them build a cult-like following. Also performing will be Rosegarden Funeral Party and Delores Galore. Tickets are $23 in advance, $25 day of show through Dice.
Find out more »Music Together Class
The Medford Recreation Department presents a nine-week Music Together class for children ages 1 month to 5 years. Taught by Mystic Valley Music Together, the classes are playful, rich and engaging and help children discover their inner music-maker by playing with the grownups they love. Classes will be held from 10 to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays from April 24 through June 19. Cost is $220 for residents, $240 for non-residents. Register through the Medford Recreation website.
Find out more »Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center presents its weekly Arm Chair Travel Experience. Tufts University occupational therapy students lead the program through virtual reality (VR), an immersive experience that allows you to watch a video while simultaneously feeling as if you are in that environment. Participants will be given a seat in the Senior Center library, a VR headset, and 360-degree recorded VR videos to sightsee without having to leave the building. Choose international or domestic travel, space and ocean exploration, and…
Find out more »Wednesday Crafts for Seniors
The Medford Senior Center's weekly crafts group, led by students from Tufts University, provides a creative outlet, a place to learn new skills, and a chance to connect with fellow community members. Try your hand at engaging craft projects for all skill levels . . . no experience required. Cost is $3 per person. Seats are limited; reserve yours by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in. After story time, a short craft or activity will be held in the same space.
Find out more »Diary of a Wimpy Kid Fan Event
Hey kids ages 8 to 12: Are you obsessed with "Diary of a Wimpy Kid?" Then come to the Medford Public Library and share your love of all things Wimpy Kid. There will be trivia and games to test your Wimpy Kid knowledge, and you’ll get the chance to make your own Wimpy Kid style comics. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Stop Motion Studio
The Medford Public Library invites teens in grades 6 and up to visit the Stop Motion Studio in the Maker Space. Plot, film and edit your own stop motion animated movies using Legos, paper, and more. All supplies provided. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
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