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Packrat’s Smokehouse at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge welcomes Packrat's Smokehouse, a Florida swamp blues band led by Anthony "Packrat" Thompson (lead vocals, harmonica, percussion). Other members are Robert Thomas (lead guitar, vocals), who formed the band with Thompson in 1989, Kenny Sly (bass guitar, vocals) and Aaron Watson (drums, vocals). Tickets are $10 and may be purchased through Eventbrite.
Find out more »Words and Music: Medford Family Network
The West Medford Community Center continues its "Words and Music" program, this month highlighting the Medford Family Network family support and parenting education program. In the "Words" portion of the evening, Medford Family Network director Marie Cassidy and some MFN partners will discuss parenting basics and the many ways the MFN helps to enhance the joy in raising young kids in a family-friendly city such as Medford. In the "Music" segment, Arlington vocalist and instrumentalist Rick Silberg returns to the WMCC, joined…
Find out more »Christone “Kingfish” Ingram at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge continues its live music nights with Christone "Kingfish" Ingram in his first headlining performance in the Boston area. A 20-year-old guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Ingram has been described by "Rolling Stone" as "the blues savior" and "one of the most exciting young guitarists in years, with a sound that encompasses B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix & Prince." His new album, "Kingfish," was produced by two-time Grammy winner Tom Hambridge (Buddy Guy, Susan Tedeschi, Joe…
Find out more »Kids Soap Making Workshop
4GoodVibes 2 is offering a Soap Making Workshop led by Emily and Becka Pierce. Each participant will make four to six soaps and will have the option to add toys into the soap. This event will last about 90 minutes. Suggested age range is 4 to 14 but younger kids may attend if a parent stays with them. Cost is $20 per participant and all materials are included. Purchase tickets through the 4GoodVibes event web page.
Find out more »Last Day in the Library
The Medford Public Library is hosting a family-friendly sendoff to its 1960 building on High Street (a new library is going to open on the site in 2021). Kids, teens, and all fun-loving folks are invited to come say "goodbye" to the library, play games, enjoy a sundae bar, and sneak a peek in all those corners you've yet to find. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Medford Public Library.
Find out more »Last Night at the Library
Drop in to say your last goodbye to the 1960 Medford Public Library, which is being replaced by a new building that will open in 2021. The Last Night at the Library event will feature an "Own a Piece of the Library" auction, behind the scenes library tours (not necessarily factual), $5 "Sign the Library" selfies, and decorate-your-own bookends. Cash bar. Snacks and sweets. This event is for ages 21 and older. RSVPs appreciated at medford@minlib.net, on the library or Friends…
Find out more »The Wolff Sisters at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint at River's Edge presents another free matinee performance by The Wolff Sisters. The trio of Rebecca (singer/guitarist), Rachael (guitarist/singer) and Kat (keyboard/singer) Wolff blends rock, blues and roots music into their own unique sound. Their gritty songs draw from adventures all over New England that shaped their lives. Sitting in with the band on bass will be special guest Capn. Geech of These Wild Plains.
Find out more »Milonga Class
Ultimate Tango in Medford Square is offering a 12-week Milonga Class, a progressive course for couples only. Participants must have completed all three Intermediate Tango Course cycles or have a good understanding of giros and molinete patterns. The course runs Mondays through December 2. Cost is $300; register through the Ultimate Tango website.
Find out more »Hunger Workshop: Bitters, Syrups and Aperitifs
Jerome Street Studios is offering a Hunger Workshop led by Nanc Hart, who will demonstrate how to make bitters, syrups and aperitifs from seasonal fruits and herbs. Participants will make two jars of bitters, two jars of syrup and two aperitifs. Take home all six magical brews and six recipes. Cost is $46 and the workshop is limited to eight participants. To RSVP, contact Nanc Hart by email at nancy.anne.hart@gmail.com.
Find out more »Jethro Tull 50th Anniversary Tour
Ian Anderson, known throughout the world of rock music as the flute and voice behind the legendary band Jethro Tull, continues his tour celebrating his 50th year as an international recording and performing musician. Anderson and Jethro Tull, who first performed in North America in 1969, have released 30 studio and live albums, selling more than 60 million copies since the band first performed at London’s famous Marquee Club in February 1968. After undertaking more than 3,000 concerts in 40 countries…
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