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Monday Morning Mysteries
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin The Medford Public Library on the first Monday of each month for this Mystery Book Club. November: This month, we will be discussing Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson.
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Storytime with Local Author Lorena Proia
Moon and Back Bookstore 458 High St, Medford, MA, United StatesJoin local author Lorena Proia for a special storytime featuring her newest book, How to Be Best in Class. Meet Rae and her dog Phebe while enjoying an imaginative afternoon of reading at Moon and Back Bookstore!
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In Conversation with Author Heather B. Moore: “Her America” (Zoom Program)
Virtual MAFrom award-winning, starred-review author Heather B. Moore comes a powerful portrait of eight American women whose courage and conviction drove them to smash stereotypes and build a nation - we'll be discussing Her America, released just a few weeks ago. We loved chatting with Heather earlier this year so we just had to have her back …
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An Afternoon of Poetry with Alfred Corn & Jill McDonough
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin us for a special poetry reading presented by Medford’s Poet Laureate, Max Heinegg, featuring two extraordinary and celebrated voices in contemporary American poetry. Alfred Corn is the author of eleven poetry collections, two novels, and several acclaimed books of essays and prosody—including The Poem’s Heartbeat—and his distinguished career has been honored with fellowships from …
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Storytime with Local Author Rina Horiuchi
Moon and Back Bookstore 458 High St, Medford, MA, United StatesJoin local author Rina Horiuchi for a special storytime featuring her new board book, G Is for Gratitude, and her first book, K Is for Kindness. After the reading, young guests can enjoy free coloring pages inspired by the stories!
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World Poetry Salon
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesLearn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In September we’ll feature Aimé Césaire of Martinique and Derek …
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Original Poetry Open Mic with Guest Poets Elizabeth Gordon McKIm and Mckendy Fils-Aimé
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesOriginal Poetry Open Mic Hosted by Vijaya Sundaram, Medford Poet Laureate Emeritus (2023–2025)Featured Poet: Linda Haviland Conte & David P. Miller Suggested Donation: $5-$10 Poets, dreamers, and writers - we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem or story to read. We’ll provide a microphone and podium. --- Guest Poets: …
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Storytime with Local Author Inbal Alon
Moon and Back Bookstore 458 High St, Medford, MA, United StatesJoin local author and educator Inbal Alon for a special storytime featuring her new book, The Whys Get in Trouble, and her first book, Maddy’s Towers. Settle in for an …
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(how to avoid) “Death on Mount Washington” with Author Randi Minetor (Zoom Program)
Virtual MABack by popular demand, author Randi Minetor! Join us to discuss the Death on Mount Washington: Stories of Accidents and Foolhardiness on the Northeast's Highest Peak. Randi is the author of eight books (working on the 9th!) in the non-fiction "Death in the National Parks" series, explores the fatal mistakes people make when they venture into …
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MHSM: Black Dahlia, Murders, Mystery, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesWilliam J. Mann’s Black Dahlia: Murder, Monsters, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood has been praised by reviewers for offering the first account of the notorious crime that's more focused on the victim than her killer. Critics lauded Mann's ability to reconstruct the life of Elizabeth Short without exploiting her tragic death. The Wall Street Journal highlighted his …
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