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December 2022
Makerspace Drop-in for Kids
The Medford Public Library invites kids ages 8 and up to swing by the Makerspace in the new Charlotte & William Bloomberg building 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. Children are required to have an adult or guardian with them during this drop-in time.
Find out more »Senior Knitting and Crochet
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Find out more »MFN Caring Cards Project
Many senior citizens live alone. Receiving a handmade card could really brighten their day. The Medford Family Network invites parents of children ages 2 to 8 to attend this card-making session hosted by Miss Andrea Breen. It's never too early to help children be a part of something bigger than themselves. Register upon arriving. A second card-making session will take place on Wednesday, December 7, from 2 to 3 p.m., at the MFN Family Center.
Find out more »Tuesday Crafts for Seniors
Rachel Drislane and Megan Ziembowicz, students in the Tufts University Doctorate of Occupational Therapy program, are facilitating a crafts program for seniors at the Medford Senior Center. Have fun, be creative, and take home a seasonal craft. Classes cost $3 (for materials); pay at the door with cash or check. Registration is required for each class; sign up at the Senior Center or call 781-396-6010.
Find out more »History of Disney World’s Animal Kingdom
The Medford Public Library is co-sponsoring an online event on the history of Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, led by historical presenter and lecturer Valerie Gugala. Walt Disney wanted to use live animals on the Jungle Cruise at the Magic Kingdom, but it was impractical. Animal Kingdom allowed to company to realize Walt’s vision for live animal attractions. Learn about the obstacles faced with building a theme park and zoo, and discover what there is to see at the “wildest”…
Find out more »Grade 1 Book Club: Hey Wall
The Medford Public Library’s First Grade Book Club meets to discuss “Hey Wall: A Story of Art and Community," by Susan Verde. You can pick up a book to read in advance of the program by signing up with Tamar Siegel of the library staff at tsiegel@minlib.net.
Find out more »Mystic Makerspace: Card Making
Come to the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library for a Mystic Makerspace workshop to create beautiful greeting cards. You can make your own rubber stamps or use a variety of papers to design unique cards. For ages 16 and over. Registration required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Author Talk: Roseanne Montillo – Deliberate Cruelty
The Medford Public Library welcomes author Roseanne Montillo to discuss her new book, "Deliberate Cruelty: Truman Capote, The Millionaire’s Wife, and the Murder of the Century." When Ann Woodward shot her husband, her life changed forever. Though she claimed she thought he was a prowler, few believed the former showgirl and no one was more obsessed with the tale than Truman Capote. Capote decided the story of Ann’s turbulent marriage would be the basis of his next masterpiece—never thinking that it…
Find out more »Tufts Opera Ensemble: Love and Laughter
The Tufts University Opera Ensemble, directed by Carol Mastrodomenico and Thomas Stumpf, presents scenes of love and laughter from the world of opera, operetta, and musical theater. Note: Due to university COVID regulations, live audience attendees at Tufts Music events must be prepared to present a Tufts ID or COVID vaccination card showing that they have been vaccinated and boosted. This concert also will be live streamed through Tufts Music Live Streaming.
Find out more »Spacesuits: What Every Fashionable Astronaut Is Wearing
The Medford Public Library is co-sponsoring an online program, "Spacesuits: What Every Fashionable Astronaut Is Wearing." Beginning with pioneer aviator Wiley Post in 1935, pilots traveling above the sensible atmosphere have required special clothing. Full-pressure suits control humidity, temperature, oxygen content, and pressure for astronauts, cosmonauts, and taikonauts. Join Solar System Ambassador David S. Ball as he discusses spacesuits required for intravehicular, extravehicular, and surface operations. Ball, a volunteer educator with NASA and retired Air Force officer, frequently presents on…
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