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December 2024
Country Line Dancing for Seniors
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly Country Line Dancing class for seniors, beginners and beyond, led by Julie Kaufmann. Country line dancing is a fantastic activity for older adults. If offers a fun way to stay active, improve coordination, and socialize. It's also easy to learn -- many line dances are designed to be simple and repetitive, making it accessible for beginners. No partner is needed for the class. Cost is $3.
Find out more »Unbox Book Club for Teens
The Medford Public Library holds another session of the Unbox Book Club, its drop-in club for teens in grades 8 and up. Talk about all things books while unboxing the newest books in the Teen Section. You’ll get first dibs on a book before it goes on the shelves. Sign-up through the library's online calendar is encouraged but not required.
Find out more »55+ Lunch and Learn: Medford Public Library History
The Medford Public Library invites those age 55 and over for a Lunch and Learn program on the history of the library. Join director Barbara Kerr to discover the rich history of the library, who will talk about its humble beginnings to its present-day role as a community cornerstone. Explore the library’s evolution, the people who shaped it, and its enduring impact on the city of Medford. Register through the library's online calendar, by calling 781-395-7950, or by email to medford@minlib.net.…
Find out more »Tuesday Night Book Group: The Art Thief
The Medford Public Library's Tuesday Night Book Group meets to discuss "The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession" by Michael Finkel. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Registration is not required but is recommended using the library's online calendar. The group meets monthly on the second Tuesday. The title for next month's meeting, on January 14, will be "Remarkably Bright Creatures," a novel by Shelby Van Pelt.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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 »The Temptations and Four Tops
Chevalier Theatre welcomes back the legendary singing groups The Temptations and The Four Tops. The Temptations are most notable for success with Motown Records during the 1960s and '70s. The group, whose hits include "The Way You Do the Things You Do” and "My Girl,” was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989. Current members are Otis Williams (the last original Temptation), Ron Tyson (a lead vocalist for 40 years), Terry Weeks (a lead vocalist for…
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 »Poetry and Song Open Mic at ACM
Arts Collaborative Medford presents the third of its new monthly Poetry and Song Open Mic Nights hosted by Medford Poet Laureate Vijaya Sundaram. Poets, dreamers, and songwriters are invited to bring an original poem, story, or song to read or sing. ACM will provide a microphone and lectern. Sign up on the ACM website.
Find out more »Engelbert Humperdinck
Chevalier Theatre welcomes back British pop singer Engelbert Humperdinck for his fourth Medford appearance, with this show titled “A Winter World of Love, A Night of Holiday Classics & Greatest Hits.” In a career spanning almost 50 years, Humperdinck has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold albums and 23 platinum, four Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Las Vegas Walk of Fame. Tickets are $43 to $89…
Find out more »David Foster and Katharine McPhee
Chevalier Theatre presents an intimate evening of music with Grammy Award-winning producer David Foster and singer Katharine McPhee. Foster is one of the most illustrious composers of our time. With 16 Grammy Awards, including three for Producer of the Year, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe, and Three Oscar nominations for “Best Original Songs,” Foster has earned a reputation as a keen spotter of new talent, playing a key role in the discovery and career launches of Celine Dion, Josh…
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