January 2025
Grades 2-3 Book Club: Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party
The Medford Public Library's book club for second- and third-graders meets to discuss "Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party" by Saadia Faruqi. Register through the library's new online calendar, then visit the library to pick up a copy of the book. Please note: This club is only for children in second or third grade.
Find out more »Kids Planet Travel Guide Workshop
The Medford Public Library presents a Planet Travel Guide Workshop for kids age 5 and up. Come create a travel guide book for a planet of your own design. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Advanced Crochet Club for Teens
The Medford Public Library introduces an Advanced Crochet Club for teens in middle school and high school. This club is open to teens who already know the basics of crocheting: slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet, etc. If you don't recognize or know how to do those stitches, try the library's Beginners Teen Crochet Club that meets on the second Thursday of the month. Registration is required for this meeting through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Swiftie Crafternoon for Kids
The Medford Public Library is having another Swiftie-themed crafternoon for ages 8 to 12. Listen to Taylor Swift music (Taylor’s version only) while making Swiftie-themed crafts — friendship bracelets, bookmarks, stickers, and more. Meets in the Maker Space. All materials provided. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Writers’ Workshop
The Medford Public Library hosts the monthly meeting of its Writers’ Workshop. New members are always welcome to join the group, meet fellow writers and get feedback on your work. The group usually meets on the last Wednesday of the month. If you have questions about the group, please contact organizer David Chia at duuchia@gmail.com.
Find out more »Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class
In the 1770s, Patriots fought for independence and the founders laid the framework for our government. When they needed to celebrate or relax, you can bet they were dancing. In this class, Barbara Pugliese will teach you dances reconstructed from 18th-century sources. In no time, you’ll be dancing elegant minuets and lively country dances fit for a revolutionary. No partner and no prior dance experience are needed, although participants should be able to walk briskly and follow directions. Register through…
Find out more »Reading with Ryan for Emerging Readers
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of "Reading with Ryan" for emerging readers. Ryan loves when people read to him. If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Ryan. Pick your favorite book and schedule a 15-minute reading spot to hang out with the coolest dog who just NEEDS to hear you read. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Craft Night: Soap Making
The Medford Public Library presents a craft night on Soap Making for teens in middle school and high school. Melt, scent, and layer soap base to mold your own soap shapes. All materials will be provided. Registration is required through 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 »Poetry Club with Vijaya Sundaram
The Medford Public Library invites you to its Poetry Club meeting led by Vijaya Sundaram, the City of Medford's poet laureate. The group reads and discusses the work of great poets, while crafting and performing participants' own work. Take the mic and shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with passion, lyricism, and force. Please RSVP through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Virtual Author Hour: Grady Hendrix
The Medford Public Library is co-sponsoring "Author Hour in Massachusetts," an online program in which Grady Hendrix will discuss his new horror novel, "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls." Hendrix is a New York Times bestselling novelist and screenwriter whose books have sold more than 2 million copies. Register through the library's new online calendar to receive the Zoom link.
Find out more »February 2025
Exhibition Opening: Lisa Goren – Unfamiliar Environments
This month's art exhibition at the Medford Public Library features the work of watercolor artist Lisa Goren in "Unfamiliar Environments - From Pole to Pole." Follow Goren’s artistic journeys from Antarctica to Iceland and near the North Pole as she searches for the ice on our planet. In addition, you can follow a series of animals that took over “human” spaces when she was unable to travel during the pandemic. Goren's work will be on display in the library's second-floor…
Find out more »Maker Space Laser Cutter Badge Class
The Medford Public Library invites you to a 101 level class to get you certified to use the Glowforge laser cutting machine in the Maker Space. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Monday Morning Mysteries: Widows of Malabar Hill
The Medford Public Library's Monday Morning Mysteries group meets to discuss "The Widows of Malabar Hill" by Sujata Massey. 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 today's meeting through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Maker Monday
The Medford Public Library presents its Maker Monday workshop for teens in middle school and high school in the Maker Space. Learn and create with STEAM projects that everyone completes together. All materials provided. Sign-up is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Craft Stick Wall Hangings Workshop for Kids
The Medford Public Library presents a Craft Stick Wall Hangings Workshop for ages 5 and up. Create a colorful wall hanging out of craft sticks, markers, and more. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Maker Space Sewing Badge Class
The Medford Public Library invites you to join Molly Dunn, their resident sewing expert, for a 101 level class to get you certified to use the Maker Space sewing machines. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Knit and/or Crochet Night
An informal group of knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists meets in the Local History Room of the library on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Bring a project to work on and have friends nearby to ask questions when you need help. All experience levels and ages are invited to attend.
Find out more »Tween Graphic Novel Book Club: The Lucky Poor
The Medford Public Library's Tween Graphic Novel Book Club for readers ages 10 to 14 meets to discuss " The Lucky Poor" by Mazie Lovie. Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk or in the Teen Room. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Maker Space Cricut Badge Class
The Medford Public Library invites you to join Zoey Mills, resident Cricut expert, for a 101 level class to get you certified to use the Cricut cutting machine in the Maker Space. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class
The Medford Public Library offers its Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class led by Barbara Pugliese. In the 1770s, Patriots fought for independence and the founders laid the framework for our government. When they needed to celebrate or relax, you can bet they were dancing. In this class, Pugliese will teach you dances reconstructed from 18th-century sources. In no time, you’ll be dancing elegant minuets and lively country dances fit for a revolutionary. No partner and no prior dance experience are needed,…
Find out more »Art Smart for School-Aged Children
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of Art Smart, a program designed for school-aged children ages 5 and up. Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build and design as the class explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project. This is a drop-in program — no registration needed.
Find out more »Photo Restoration Workshop
The Medford Public Library invites you to learn the ins and outs of photo restoration using Adobe Photoshop. Bring a copy of one of your photos to this workshop and learn more about the library's Tech Lab and how to refresh your most valued photos. Registration is requires through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Family Maker Night
The Medford Public Library invites kids ages 8 to 12, accompanied by an adult, to come to the Maker Space and test out something new or work on a project of your own. A staff member will be on hand to help but it is YOUR design time. Come for the whole time or just stay for a little. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar. Family Maker Night is held on the first Thursday of every month. …
Find out more »Author Visit: Kenneth Schneyer
The Medford Public Library invites you to a visit from science fiction/fantasy author Kenneth Schneyer in Bonsignore Hall. Schneyer's second short-story collection, “Anthems Outside Time and Other Strange Voices,” was published in 2020. His first collection, "The Law & The Heart," was released in 2014. That year he also was a finalist for both the Nebula and Sturgeon Memorial Awards for his story, “Selected Program Notes from the Retrospective Exhibition of Theresa Rosenberg Latimer.” He now teaches science fiction literature, constitutional…
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 »Drop-In Greeting Card Making for Teens
The Medford Public Library presents a Drop-In Greeting Card Making Workshop for teens in grades 6 and up. Make your own cards to pass out to friends, families, loved ones, strangers, whoever! All materials will be provided. This is a drop-in program in the Youth Services Programming Room, so no sign-up needed.
Find out more »African Art Lecture Series: Masquerade
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 on masquerade, a multi-media artform including a "head" or mask, of many possible materials, and a body costume presented in the context of movement and sound– not just that…
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. No registration required.
Find out more »Maker Space Drop-in for Adults
The Medford Public Library hosts an evening 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 »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Grade 1 Book Club: Little Houses
The Medford Public Library’s First Grade Book Club meets to discuss "Little Houses" by Kevin Henkes. Please note that this club is only for children in first grade. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar. Books will be available at the library about one month in advance.
Find out more »Teen Maker Night
The Medford Public Library presents its monthly Teen Maker Night. Create, break and build things in the Maker Space. The event is for teens in middle school and high school to learn and create. There are no assigned projects in this program; it is designed for you to come in to explore and experiment with different making tools. RSVP through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Tuesday Night Book Group: We Should Not be Friends
The Medford Public Library's Tuesday Night Book Group meets to discuss "We Should Not be Friends: The Story of Friendship" by Will Schwalbe. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Registration is not required but is recommended using the library's new online calendar. The group meets monthly on the second Tuesday.
Find out more »Teen Creative Writing: Fanfiction
The Medford Public Library presents a Teen Creative Writing session focusing on fanfiction. Teens in middle school and high school are invited to create characters, build new worlds, write short stories, try new styles, play games, and more. Meets in the Tech Lab. Sign-up is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class
The Medford Public Library offers its Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class led by Barbara Pugliese. In the 1770s, Patriots fought for independence and the founders laid the framework for our government. When they needed to celebrate or relax, you can bet they were dancing. In this class, Pugliese will teach you dances reconstructed from 18th-century sources. In no time, you’ll be dancing elegant minuets and lively country dances fit for a revolutionary. No partner and no prior dance experience are needed,…
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 »55+ Crafternoon: Valentine’s Day Cards
Today's Medford Public Library's 55+ Crafternoon program — designed especially for those age 55 and over — will be on making Valentine's Day cards. Have a lovely afternoon making Valentines for your friends and loved ones. Meets in Bonsignore Hall on the second floor. Register by using the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Mystery Book Club for Teens: Threads That Bind
The Medford Public Library's Mystery Book Club for Teens meets to discuss "Threads That Bind" by Kika Hatzopoulou. A copy of the book may be picked up in the Teen Section one month in advance. Sign-up for today's meeting is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Book Group: Homebodies
The Medford Public Library's LGBTQ+ Book Group meets to discuss "Homebodies" by Tembe Denton-Hurst. Books will be available at the circulation desk 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 »Pop Up Art School Reverse Painting Class
Pop Up Art School comes to the Medford Public Library to lead a Reverse Painting Class for adults. Register using the library's new online calendar. Pop up Art School is a mobile and virtual art lesson business out of South Weymouth founded and co-owned by Janell Scannell and Lisa Walker. Over the past decade, they have brought more than 2,000 art programs to public libraries in Massachusetts and across the country.
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+ Social: Valentine’s Day Tea
Today's Medford Public Library's 55+ program — designed especially for those age 55 and over — is an afternoon tea celebrating Valentine's Day. Meets in Bonsignore Hall on the second floor. Register by using the library's new online calendar. If you'd like to make some special valentines to share at the tea, sign up for the 55+ Crafternoon valentine's card class taking place the day before at the library.
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 »Chameleon
Chameleon, the Medford Public Library’s drop-in groups for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6 to 12, meets in the Youth Services Program Room. 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 groups. No registration required.
Find out more »Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class
The Medford Public Library offers its final Revolutionary War Era Dancing Class of the winter, led by Barbara Pugliese. In the 1770s, Patriots fought for independence and the founders laid the framework for our government. When they needed to celebrate or relax, you can bet they were dancing. In this class, Pugliese will teach you dances reconstructed from 18th-century sources. In no time, you’ll be dancing elegant minuets and lively country dances fit for a revolutionary. No partner and no…
Find out more »Kids’ Home School Maker Club
The Medford Public Library invites home schooled kids ages 8 to 12 to its monthly Home School Maker Club. Learn and make something new each session. Meets in the Maker Space. All materials provided. RSVP through the library's new online calendar. Questions? Contact Sam Donahue, Senior Children's Librarian, at sdonahue@minlib.net or 781-475-5735.
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
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 »March 2025
Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Knit and/or Crochet Night
An informal group of knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists meets in the Local History Room of the library on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Bring a project to work on and have friends nearby to ask questions when you need help. All experience levels and ages are invited to attend.
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »April 2025
Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Knit and/or Crochet Night
An informal group of knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists meets in the Local History Room of the library on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Bring a project to work on and have friends nearby to ask questions when you need help. All experience levels and ages are invited to attend.
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
Find out more »Reading Buddies
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you'd like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons.…
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