Book/Poetry Readings
Virtual Author Talk: E.C. Hanson
Virtual MAThe Medford Public Library is co-sponsoring an online program with true crime writer E.C. Hanson, who will speak about his latest book, "Dead End Road." In June 1977, Renee Freer, nicknamed Giggles, went out to play with her friends. A few hours later, she was found bludgeoned to death with a rock. In a true …
ACM Poetry Salon: 20th Century Voices
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesArts Collaborative Medford invites you to a Poetry Salon hosted by Gary Roberts, a poet and co-founder of ACM, as part of the collaborative's literary arts initiative. Learn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the 20th century. Emphasis will be given to poets who bore witness to …
Poetry Open Mic Night
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAHey, poets! Get ready to show your stuff at the Medford Public Library's Open Mic Night. Five-minute slots will be available for you to dazzle with your own verses or a piece from your favorite wordsmith. This program is designed for adults. Register through the library's online calendar.
Family Story Time at the Medford Public Library
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThis story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity. No registration required. More information here.
“Heal the Beast” Author Talk
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesThe Medford Public Library had so much fun chatting with author and veterinarian, Philipp Schott a few years ago, they just had to bring him back to discuss his new book, "Heal the Beasts: A Jaunt Through the Curious History of the Veterinary Arts". This history of veterinary medicine provides an abundance of bizarre, funny, …
Family Story Time at the Medford Public Library
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesThis story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity. During Family Story Time, grown-ups are expected to remain in the room and keep an eye on the …
LGBTQ+ Book Club
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesAll are welcome to read and discuss literary and non-fiction works by and about the LGBTQ+ community; from classics to contemporary titles. This month we will be reading: Less by Andrew Sean Greer. Books will be available at the circulation desk approximately four weeks in advance. Register here.
Coffee and Books
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library hosts its second Friday "Coffee and Books" session with director Barbara Kerr. Join Barbara in Bonsignore Hall for coffee and a discussion of new and interesting …
‘The Caiman Adventure’ Bilingual Storytelling
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin the Medford Public Library for a bilingual (English/Spanish) storytelling event geared especially toward babies and toddlers! Why do caimans have big teeth and scales in their skin? Come and …
Family Story Time
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesThis story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity. During Family Story Time, grown-ups are expected to remain in the room and keep an eye on the …