The Medford Public Library presents a free showing of the classic 1954 monster movie "Them!" in Bonsignore Hall. In the film, the earliest atomic tests in New Mexico cause common ants to mutate into giant man-eating monsters that threaten civilization. Starring James Whitmore, Edmund Gwenn, Joan Weldon and James Arness. Running time is 1 hour, 34 minutes. Refreshments provided.  

The Mystic Project presents the first screening of works from its JustFlix program, in which youth participants from the Medford Housing Authority learn the art of modern storytelling by creating digital videos on cell phones, telling their stories of social justice, community justice, and beyond. The films, to be shown in Bonsignore Hall, reflect on the interplay between the participant's experiences, their ideas of justice, and the strengths of their community. Viewer discretion is advised. The program also will feature…

The West Medford Community Center's Elder Services program presents a matinee showing of "The Nutty Professor," the 1996 comedy starring Eddie Murphy. The ever creative Murphy portrays seven characters in the film, including university professor Sherman Klump, a brainy and kind-hearted man who is morbidly obese. Klump develops a miraculous but experimental weight-loss pharmaceutical, hoping to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. The movie, rated PG-13, will begin at 1:10 p.m. and conclude at 2:45 p.m.  Masks…

Chevalier Theatre invites you to an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer and laughs with a special screening of the timeless classic "National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation," followed by a live conversation and Q&A with Chevy Chase and his wife, Jayni. Chevy and Jayni will share their behind-the-scenes stories and personal anecdotes about the making of this beloved movie that has become a Christmas tradition. Audience questions also will be taken, giving you the chance to hear firsthand from Chevy about his…

Join the makers of a documentary on the artists and makers of West Medford, "Arts in Time and Space," as they screen their film for the public. The short documentary traces the evolution of a modest arts nonprofit, West Medford Open Studios, from its beginnings to the present day, showcasing the determination, challenges, achievements, and moments of happiness along the way. Medford resident Monique Doherty is the film's executive producer; she co-directed the film with Clay Lomneth. Music by Human…

Tufts University presents a special screening of the documentary film "Gone to the Village," which details the elaborate funerary rites for the Queen Mother of the Asante in Ghana. The film beautifully represents the persistent richness of Asante cultural practice in 21st- century Ghana amid the onslaught of colonialism and globalization. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the film's director, Professor Kwasi Ampene. Co-sponsored by the Center for the Humanities at Tufts, Tisch College, and the Departments of…

The annual Women Take the Reel Film Festival presents a screening of the 2023 comedy "Quiz Lady," followed by a conversation with director and Academy Award winner Jessica Yu. Moderated by Tufts Professor of the Practice Jennifer Burton, the discussion will explore topics including Asian American representation on television/film and current challenges for women and POC in media. This annual film festival is a collaborative effort among Women's and Gender Studies departments involved in the Consortium for Graduate Studies in…