The Medford Public Library presents a class on jewelry making for teens in middle school and high school. From necklaces and bracelets to earrings and keychains, this workshop invites teens to explore beads and findings and different types of wire and hemp to create their own unique pieces to take home. All materials will be provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Mystic Makerspace presents a workshop on faux stained glass window reflectors. Create window sun catchers that look like stained glass using wax paper and Sharpies. For ages 16 and over. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library offers another Intro to Machine Sewing workshop for kids ages 8 to 12. Learn about how to use a sewing machine and make your own drawstring bag. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public library presents a stop motion animation workshop for teens in grades 6 and up. Watch your ideas become cinematic realities in this in-depth class. Collaborate with other teens to plot, storyboard, and film a stop motion animation movie. All supplies provided. Meets in the Maker Space. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents a beginner knitting workshop for kids age 8 to 12. Come learn the basics of how to knit. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents a sea glass art class for adults in the Maker Space. Attend to make fun and creative art with sea glass pieces. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library hosts the monthly meeting of its Writers’ Workshop. The group, which usually meets on the last Wednesday of the month, is always looking for new members so join the group to meet fellow writers and get feedback on your work. If you have questions about the group, please contact David Chia at duuchia@gmail.com.      

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.  

The Medford Public Library hosts its Crochet Club for teens in middle school and high school. Come learn the basics of crocheting or work on an existing project. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library's Database of the Month program, "Global Issues in Context,” will introduce participants to a valuable research tool aimed at exploring and understanding global challenges and topics. Led by expert librarians or database specialists, this session provides an overview of Global Issues in Context, a comprehensive database offering access to a wealth of information on pressing global issues, current events, and diverse perspectives from around the world. Participants will learn how to navigate the database effectively, accessing…

The Medford Public Library presents Paper Tube Town for kids ages 8-12. Discover your inner architect and design your own mini town out of cardboard tubes and paper. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

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 online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library is offering four sessions of Three Ways to Write and Publish Poetry, led by author and poet Shirley Gerald Ware of Medford. The class will meet each Tuesday in August from 11 a.m. to noon. Shirley is the author of 11 books, most recently the young adult novel “The Three of Us,” published in 2022. She also is the publisher of “Fresh! Literary Magazine,” which features the work of teen and adult writers locally and worldwide.…

The Medford Public Library invites teens in middle school and high school to come learn about 3D printing and test the library’s 3D printers.  Please note that because of how long it takes to print, you are not guaranteed to go home with a finished creation. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.    

The Medford Public Library presents a Teen Creative Writing session focusing on epistolary fiction — works written in the form of letters or other documents. 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 Teen Section. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents another Introduction to Hand Sewing class for ages 8 to 12. Learn how to do some simple stitching and sew on a button as the class makes a felt coin purse together. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. 

The Medford Public Library begins a three-part Digital Music Workshop course for teens in middle school and high school led by Raleigh Green, a music technologist and professional musician from Medford. The workshop will cover the basics of Garage Band, Logic Pro and more. Attendance at all three sessions (August 7, 14, and 21) is required. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Signing up for the first session automatically enrolls you in all three.  

The Medford Public Library is offering a three-week Introduction to Canva program for adults, offering participants a comprehensive introduction to the versatile graphic design platform. The workshop covers the basics of navigating Canva’s user-friendly interface and utilizing its wide range of design tools and features. Participants will learn how to create graphics, presentations, social media posts, and more, with customizable templates, fonts, colors, and images. Through interactive demonstrations and hands-on practice, attendees will gain the skills and confidence to unleash…

The Medford Public Library continues its Tuesday morning August sessions of Three Ways to Write and Publish Poetry, led by author and poet Shirley Gerald Ware of Medford. Shirley is the author of 11 books, most recently the young adult novel “The Three of Us,” published in 2022. She also is the publisher of “Fresh! Literary Magazine,” which features the work of teen and adult writers locally and worldwide. Space is limited. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.…

The Medford Public Library presents another drawing class for kids 8 to 12. All skill levels welcome. Learn something new each month. Supplies provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

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. Space is limited and sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.    

The Medford Public Library hosts another session of the Adaptive Drama Club for Adults, which is meeting over the summer. Drama Club participants will enjoy a fun-filled hour of developing skills in acting, singing and dancing as they learn about theater in group and individual activities. Social skills will also be taught and reinforced with “Ms. Jen’s Theatre Etiquette.” A typical class (one hour) includes a welcome circle; warm-ups; acting exercises; singing and dancing activities; rehearsal; and cool downs. Space is limited, and…

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.  

The Medford Public Library presents its monthly Digital Resources Workshop, teaching you how to access eBooks, audiobooks, streaming video and music, databases, and more. Your library card gives you access to language learning; lifelong learning; eBooks and audiobooks;  streaming video; and cutting-edge scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles on just about any subject. All you need is your mobile device or laptop, library card, and library card password/PIN. If you don’t have one, you can get your library card password/PIN at the…

The Medford Public Library presents D&D: How to Build a Character, an engaging workshop designed for both newcomers and seasoned players of Dungeons & Dragons. This session delves into the intricate process of creating a character within the beloved tabletop role-playing game. Participants learn the fundamentals of character creation, including selecting races, classes, abilities and skills, as well as developing backstories and personalities to bring their characters to life. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, attendees gain insights into the…

The Medford Public Library invites kids age 8 to 12 to come and learn about the process of 3D printing. Then, test out the library’s 3D printers to make something of your own. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library is offering an Intro to Machine Sewing workshop for teens in grades 8 to 12. Learn how to use a sewing machine and sew a patchwork bookmark. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library continues its Tuesday morning August sessions of Three Ways to Write and Publish Poetry, led by author and poet Shirley Gerald Ware of Medford. Shirley is the author of 11 books, most recently the young adult novel “The Three of Us,” published in 2022. She also is the publisher of “Fresh! Literary Magazine,” which features the work of teen and adult writers locally and worldwide. Space is limited. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.…

The Medford Public Library presents a MakerSpace class on repairing garment closures, suitable for beginners with little or no sewing experience. The library's sewing expert, Jessamy, will teach reattaching and adding simple closures like buttons, snaps, and hooks & eyes to clothing. Using just a needle and thread, participants will learn how to replace different types of buttons, including shirt and coat buttons, or add invisible snaps to help their garments lie on the body better. Please note that this…

The Medford Public Library presents a Faux Stained Glass Jars workshop, where participants can unleash their creativity and craft beautiful decorative jars reminiscent of stained glass art. This hands-on program introduces attendees to various techniques for transforming ordinary glass jars into stunning works of art. Whether beginners or experienced crafters, attendees are sure to enjoy this engaging and rewarding artistic experience, as they bring a touch of beauty and elegance to their homes with their handmade faux stained glass jars.…

The Medford Public Library presents a metalsmithing workshop for teens in middle school and high school. Learn about the structure of copper and how to create drawings and textures in metal while making your own metal bookmark. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents a metalsmithing workshop for teens in middle school and high school. Learn about the structure of copper and how to create drawings and textures in metal while making your own metal keychain. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents its second annual Maker Fair, a day for adult makers, crafters, and tinkerers! The schedule includes five drop-in classes -- Intuitive Art, Swiftie Bracelets, Chaos Crafting, Spinning Wheel Demo, and 3D Printing Demo -- and 10 classes that require registration -- Metalwork Bookmarks, Garden Mosaics, Sewing Basics, Drop Spindle, Pottery Gnomes, Nautical Craft with Books, Felted Sloths, Creative Patches, Crochet Amigurumi Plushies, and Paper Flower Bouquets. Visit the library's online calendar for more information on…

The Medford Public Library presents a Paper Mosaics Class for kids ages 6 and up. Use shapes to create a picture by making a paper mosaic. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents a DIY Sliding Puzzles workshop for teens in middle school and high school. See the MakerSpace's laser cutter in action as you design your own sliding puzzle craft. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Mystic Makerspace presents a workshop on Origami boxes. Learn how to make a variety of small Origami boxes, a perfect container for small gifts or treats. For ages 16 and over. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library concludes its Tuesday morning August sessions of Three Ways to Write and Publish Poetry, led by author and poet Shirley Gerald Ware of Medford. Shirley is the author of 11 books, most recently the young adult novel “The Three of Us,” published in 2022. She also is the publisher of “Fresh! Literary Magazine,” which features the work of teen and adult writers locally and worldwide. Space is limited. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.…

The Medford Public Library hosts the final session of its Adaptive Drama Club for Adults, which has been meeting over the summer. Drama Club participants will enjoy a fun-filled hour of developing skills in acting, singing and dancing as they learn about theater in group and individual activities. Social skills will also be taught and reinforced with “Ms. Jen’s Theatre Etiquette.” A typical class (one hour) includes a welcome circle; warm-ups; acting exercises; singing and dancing activities; rehearsal; and cool downs. Space is…

The Medford Public Library hosts the monthly meeting of its Writers’ Workshop. The group, which usually meets on the last Wednesday of the month, is always looking for new members so join the group to meet fellow writers and get feedback on your work. If you have questions about the group, please contact David Chia at duuchia@gmail.com.      

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.    

The Medford Public Library presents a class on needle felting for teens in middle school and high school. Learn how to use a barbed needle and merino wool roving to create a felted cactus. All supplies will be provided. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library is giving patrons the training they need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like its study rooms. With this session on sewing, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once a course is complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For ages 16 and over. Register through…

The Medford Public Library presents another drawing class for kids 8 to 12. All skill levels welcome. Learn something new each month. Supplies provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library presents a Teen Creative Writing session focusing on picture books. 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 online calendar.  

The Medford Public Library is offering the training you need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like a study room. With this session on the Cricut cutting machine, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once a course is complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For ages 16 and over.…

The Medford Public Library begins a free 12-week Spanish language class, which will meet every Saturday morning through November 23. 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. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.