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January 2025
Crochet Club for Teens
The Medford Public Library hosts its Crochet Club for teens in middle school and high school. Learn the basics of crocheting or work on an existing project. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Book Group: Camp Damascus
The Medford Public Library's LGBTQ+ Book Group meets to discuss "Camp Damascus" by Chuck Tingle. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Call the library at 781-395-7950 to have a copy put on hold for you. RSVP for the book group meeting through the library's new online calendar. All are welcome to read and discuss literary and nonfiction works by and about the LGBTQ+ community, from classic to contemporary titles.
Find out more »Coffee and Books
The Medford Public Library hosts its second Friday "Coffee and Books" session with director Barbara Kerr. Join Barbara in Bonsignore Hall for coffee and a discussion of the hot new books and interesting titles the library recently acquired. No assigned reading or registration is required; just drop in.
Find out more »Conversational English Class for Seniors
Are you an older adult looking to improve your English skills? Join the Medford Council on Aging for Conversational English with Janice Cole, a friendly and relaxed environment where you can practice speaking English, engage in lively discussions, and build your confidence. The only requirements are a desire to learn English, and a basic knowledge of the English language. Reserve your seat by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.
Find out more »Teen Home School Maker Club
The Medford Public Library invites home schooled tweens and teens ages 11 and up to its Home School Maker Club. Learn to make something new every month in the Maker Space. All materials provided. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »55+ Crafternoon: Clothes Pin Snowflakes
Today's Medford Public Library's 55+ Crafternoon program -- designed especially for those age 55 and over -- is on how to make simple clothes pin snowflakes -- perfect decorations for your winter wonderland. Meets in Bonsignore Hall on the second floor. Register using the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Maker Space Drop-in for Adults
The Medford Public Library hosts an afternoon drop-in time in the Maker Space specifically for adults. Stop by and work on your own project or ask the library's in-house expert about how to use the space and equipment. General safety badging is available on Drop-In days as well. No registration is required.
Find out more »Spanish Language Class for Adults
The Medford Public Library is offering a seven-week Spanish Language Class for adults. Learn some basic words and phrases — this class is designed for beginners, but if you attended the last Spanish class at the library, this one will involve different vocabulary, so feel free to sign up again. Sessions will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays from January 11 through February 22. Register using the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »The Hinterlands Ball at Deep Cuts
Deep Cuts kicks off its 2025 live music season with The Hinterlands Ball featuring Sinnett, The Gravel Project, and Nick Prato. Sinnett is artisanal, domesticated, indie-rock band lovingly crafted by Aaron Spransy and pals. Originally created by Andrew Gravel (vocals, guitar), The Gravel Project is an all-star band of Boston music veterans including brother Jordan Gravel (organ, keys), Dave Fox (drums), Eguie Castrillo (percussion) and Sarah Seminski (vocals). The Gravel Project’s live show blends rock, world music and jazz with power…
Find out more »African Art Lecture Series: Contrasting Cultures, Styles
The Medford Public Library continues its second Sunday series of online lectures meant as an introduction to African Art, its variety of forms, the depth of its history, and how it became an important player first in Western culture and continues to be important in a global world. Today's session is "Art in Cultural Context: Contrasting Cultures – Contrasting Styles - The Dogon of Mali and the Yoruba of Nigeria." The Dogon, living in the harsher world of the Western Sudan,…
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