August 2018
Riverside Nights: Lydia Harrell
The City of Medford invites you to the first of three “Riverside Plaza Nights” concerts at the newly renovated plaza on Riverside Avenue in Medford Square. Kicking off the series will be Lydia Harrell, a jazz/soul singer who performs regularly in various venues in Boston, including the Marriott Custom House Tower. Attendees are invited to purchase takeout meals from local Medford Square restaurants and head to the plaza to enjoy some relaxing music. Bring a lawn chair or make use…
Find out more »September 2018
Walking Tour: Lydia Maria Child’s Medford
As part of its exhibit "Lydia Maria Child: Author & Abolitionist," the Medford Historical Society & Museum presents the walking tour "Lydia Maria Child's Medford." The tour, led by MHSM Programs Committee member Nancy White, covers Medford during the period of Lydia Maria’s birth (1802), the people who were influential in her education, religious and social development, and the institutions that were present in Medford Square during the early nineteenth century. Meet at the new Riverside Avenue Plaza at the corner…
Find out more »Plaza Nights: Intra Element
The City of Medford invites you to the second of three “Riverside Plaza Nights” concerts at the newly renovated plaza on Riverside Avenue in Medford Square. Performing will be Intra Element, a singer/songwriting duo made up of two longtime friends, Jillian Barrows and Christian Colegrove. Their influences come from genres ranging from folk to jazz to classic rock, creating a unique sound that transcends multiple styles. Attendees are invited to purchase takeout meals from local Medford Square restaurants and head to…
Find out more »Canceled: Plaza Nights with Lisa Bastoni & Sean Staples
Due to inclement weather, the final “Riverside Plaza Nights” concert, with Lisa Bastoni and Sean Staples, has been canceled. Next week, a lunchtime concert series (noon to 1:30 p.m.) begins at the newly renovated plaza on Riverside Avenue in Medford Square. Performers will be Luke DeRoy on October 2, Kevin So on October 9, and Erica Leigh on October 16.
Find out more »October 2018
Walking Tour: Lydia Maria Child’s Medford
As part of its exhibit "Lydia Maria Child: Author & Abolitionist," the Medford Historical Society & Museum presents the walking tour "Lydia Maria Child's Medford." The tour, led by MHSM Programs Committee member Nancy White, covers Medford during the period of Lydia Maria’s birth (1802), the people who were influential in her education, religious and social development, and the institutions that were present in Medford Square during the early nineteenth century. Meet at the Riverside Avenue Plaza at the corner of…
Find out more »Plaza Days Concert: Kevin So
The Office of Mayor Stephanie Burke introduces “Plaza Days,” a free lunchtime concert series on Tuesdays at the newly renovated Riverside Plaza in Medford Square. Performing today is Kevin So, a blues, folk and soul singer. Grab take-out lunch at any of the great restaurants in the square and come over and enjoy some amazing live music! The series continues with performances by Erica Leigh on October 16 and Luke DeRoy on October 23.
Find out more »Plaza Days Concert: Erica Leigh
The Office of Mayor Stephanie Burke introduces “Plaza Days,” a free lunchtime concert series on Tuesdays at the newly renovated Riverside Plaza in Medford Square. Performing in today's second event of the series is singer-songwriter Erica Leigh. Grab take-out lunch at any of the great restaurants in the square and come over and enjoy some amazing live music! The series will conclude with a concert by Luke DeRoy on October 23.
Find out more »November 2018
Walking Tour: Lydia Maria Child’s Medford
As part of its exhibit "Lydia Maria Child: Author & Abolitionist," the Medford Historical Society & Museum presents the walking tour "Lydia Maria Child's Medford." The tour, led by MHSM Programs Committee member Nancy White, covers Medford during the period of Lydia Maria’s birth (1802), the people who were influential in her education, religious and social development, and the institutions that were present in Medford Square during the early nineteenth century. Meet at the Riverside Avenue Plaza at the corner of…
Find out more »May 2019
Plaza Days Concert: Jason and Jacob Sibi-Okumu
The City of Medford presents a lunchtime concert at Riverside Plaza featuring the soulful sounds of Jason and Jacob Sibi-Okumu, two brothers and Berklee College of Music graduates originally from Kenya. Grab some takeout from any of Medford Square's restaurants and enjoy your lunch listening to live music. Seating is limited; attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs. This event is free and open to all. Riverside Plaza is located at the intersection of Riverside Avenue and River Street near the Salem Street…
Find out more »Plaza Nights Concert: Lisa Bastoni, Sean Staples
The City of Medford kicks off its 2019 season of evening concerts at Riverside Plaza with a performance of Americana and folk music by Lisa Bastoni and Sean Staples. Bastoni has opened for artists such as Lori McKenna, Regina Spektor, and Arlo Guthrie. Staples has won three Boston Music Awards and produced and appeared in dozens of recordings. Grab some takeout from any of Medford Square's restaurants and enjoy dinner listening to live music. Seating is limited; attendees are welcome to…
Find out more »June 2019
Plaza Nights Concert: Luke DeRoy
The City of Medford continues its 2019 season of evening concerts at Riverside Plaza with a performance folk-soul styles by singer-songwriter and Berklee College of Music graduate Luke DeRoy. Grab some takeout from any of Medford Square's restaurants and enjoy dinner listening to live music. Seating is limited; attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs. This event is free and open to all. Riverside Plaza is located at the intersection of Riverside Avenue and River Street near the Salem Street Burying…
Find out more »September 2019
Plaza Nights: Rose Polenzani, Noam Weinstein
The City of Medford invites you to the first of three Riverside Plaza Nights fall concerts. Performing will be folk singer Rose Polenzani and singer-guitarist Noam Weinstein. Attendees are invited to purchase takeout meals from local Medford Square restaurants and head to the plaza to enjoy some relaxing music. Bring a lawn chair or make use of the many seats and tables available at the plaza. The other concerts in the fall series will feature Kali Stoddard-Imari on Friday, September 27,…
Find out more »Plaza Nights: Kali Stoddard-Imari
The City of Medford invites you to the second of three Riverside Plaza Nights fall concerts. Performing will be singer-songwriter Kali Stoddard-Imari. Attendees are invited to purchase takeout meals from local Medford Square restaurants and head to the plaza to enjoy some relaxing music. Bring a lawn chair or make use of the many seats and tables available at the plaza. The final concert in the fall series will feature singer/songwriters Laura Brereton and Kelly Riley, on Friday, October 4,…
Find out more »October 2019
Plaza Nights: Laura Brereton, Kelly Riley
The City of Medford invites you to its third and final Riverside Plaza Nights fall concert. Performing will be singer-songwriters Laura Brereton and Kelly Riley. Brereton runs the Medford Music Studio and is active in the Medford arts community. She often performs with her husband, guitarist Raleigh Green, who will join her and Riley for this performance. Riley, a Berklee College of Music graduate, performs throughout New England with her band, and was one of the founding members of the Porch Party…
Find out more »Walking Tour: Lydia Maria Child’s Medford
Freedom's Way Walks & Talks: Storied Women presents the walking tour "Lydia Maria Child's Medford." The tour, led by Medford Historical Society & Museum programs volunteer Nancy White, covers Medford during the period of Lydia Maria’s birth (1802), the people who were influential in her education, religious and social development, and the institutions that were present in Medford Square during the early nineteenth century. The Medford Square neighborhood has nine sites that are on the National Registry of Historic Places. The…
Find out more »June 2021
Chess in the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club is pleased to announce the resumption of in-person meet-ups. Stop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza from 5 to 7 p.m. for a friendly game of chess! The Medford Chess Club formed in October 2018 to develop an awareness for chess in the new Riverside Plaza through Chess on the Plaza, lessons, friendships and local tournaments.
Find out more »Chess in the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees to play. If the weather is rainy or cold, the club will meet at Colleen's Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop at 61 High Street. The Medford Chess…
Find out more »September 2021
Chess & Coffee in the Square
The Medford Chess Club has added a second weekend meetup, "Chess & Coffee in the Square," which is focused on beginners, lessons, and kids programming. Hosted by Chris Donovan, the meetup will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays at the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square. On cold or rainy days, the meetup will take place at Colleen's Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop from noon to 2 p.m. The club's regular friendly chess meetups take place…
Find out more »October 2021
Chess & Coffee in the Square
The Medford Chess Club has added a second weekend meetup, "Chess & Coffee in the Square," which is focused on beginners, lessons, and kids programming. Hosted by Chris Donovan, the meetup will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays at the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square. On cold or rainy days, the meetup will take place at Colleen's Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop from noon to 2 p.m. The club's regular friendly chess meetups take place…
Find out more »Vanessa Salvucci at Riverside Plaza
The City of Medford presents a live concert and beer garden at Riverside Plaza with a performance by singer Vanessa Salvucci. Grab some food at one of the Medford Square restaurants and enjoy a night of music and entertainment. Medford Brewing Company will be selling beer beginning at 6:30 p.m., and the concert will start at 7 p.m.
Find out more »Matt Heaton & the Electric Heaters at Riverside Plaza
The Medford Recreation Department presents Matt Heaton & the Electric Heaters performing in a concert at the Riverside Avenue Plaza. The trio consists of Matt Heaton on guitar, along with bass player Dave Piper and drummer Jared Seabrook playing music they describe as “retrosonic surf noir: reverb-drenched surf, spy, soul and a whole lot more.” Medford Brewing Company will be on hand to sell its craft beers.
Find out more »April 2022
Chess on the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees to play. If the weather is rainy or cold, the club will meet at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library at 111 High Street. The…
Find out more »Chess on the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees to play. If the weather is rainy or cold, the club will meet at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library at 111 High Street. The…
Find out more »Chess on the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees to play. If the weather is rainy or cold, the club will meet at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library at 111 High Street. The…
Find out more »Chess on the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the Riverside Avenue Plaza in Medford Square for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees to play. The Medford Chess Club is organized by Medford residents and led by Jack Elsey. It formed in 2018 to develop an awareness for chess in the…
Find out more »June 2022
Matt Heaton & the Electric Heaters at Riverside Plaza
The Medford Recreation Department presents Matt Heaton & the Electric Heaters performing in a concert at the Riverside Avenue Plaza. The trio consists of Matt Heaton on guitar, along with bass player Dave Piper and drummer Jared Seabrook playing music they describe as “retrosonic surf noir: reverb-drenched surf, spy, soul and a whole lot more.” Enjoy live music while eating take-out from one of the many great restaurants in Medford Square. Medford Brewing Company will be on hand to sell…
Find out more »July 2022
ArtsMedford Concert: JD Debris & the Melee
ArtsMedford continues its free summer concert series, "Live and Local: Music in Medford Square," with a performance by JD Debris & the Melee. Enjoy and evennig of Brazil-inspired Latin soul with pop hooks at Riverside Plaza.
Find out more »Chess on the Plaza
The Medford Chess Club, which usually meets on Saturdays, has shifted this weekend's meetup to Sunday, July 31, from 1 to 3 p.m. Some people from the Jamaica Plain Chess Club will drop by for a friendly match. If you would like to play (beginners are welcome) please preregister at the following link: https://www.jamaicaplainchess.com/matches The Medford Chess Club is organized by Medford residents and led by Jack Elsey. It formed in 2018 to develop an awareness for chess in the…
Find out more »September 2022
ArtsMedford Concert: Ruby Grove
ArtsMedford continues its free 2022 concert series, "Live and Local: Music in Medford Square," with a performance by Ruby Grove at the Riverside Avenue Plaza. A new Somerville-based project, Ruby Grove aims to soothe anxious hearts and minds in the pandemic era with their soul, lofi hip-hop, indie alternative, and rock-inspired dance music.
Find out more »June 2023
Riverside Plaza Concert: Matt Heaton & the Electric Heaters
The Medford Recreation Department presents Matt Heaton & the Electric Heaters performing in a concert at the Riverside Avenue Plaza. The trio consists of Matt Heaton on guitar, along with bass player Dave Piper and drummer Jared Seabrook playing music they describe as “retrosonic surf noir: reverb-drenched surf, spy, soul and a whole lot more.” Enjoy live music while eating take-out from one of the many great restaurants in Medford Square. Medford Brewing Company will be on hand to sell…
Find out more »Riverside Plaza Concert: Leon Beal Jr.
The Medford Recreation Department's Riverside Avenue Plaza concert series welcomes soul singer Leon Beal Jr. A Florida native, Beal was born into gospel music and raised in the blues and soul music traditions that have captivated so many people around the world. His R&B band Joy-Ful appeared on shows with The Temptations, Blue Magic, Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes, The Whispers, The Stylistics and many others. Enjoy live music while eating take-out from one of the many great restaurants…
Find out more »Riverside Plaza Concert: Receita de Samba
The Medford Recreation Department presents an evening of Brazilian music at the Riverside Avenue Plaza featuring Receita de Samba, the husband-and-wife team Anna Borges and Bill Ward. Receita de Samba, taken from Jacob do Bandolim's choro of the same name, means in Portuguese "recipe for samba," an apt name for a group whose focus is to showcase the many flavors of Brazilian music in their purest form, with no artificial additives like drum machines or electronic sampling. Enjoy live music…
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