Book/Poetry Readings
Author Talk: Ted Reinstein – Travels Through the Heart and Soul of New England
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library welcomes reporter and author Ted Reinstein to talk about his latest book, "Travels Through the Heart and Soul of New England: Stories of Struggle, Resilience, and Triumph." The book is a rare and rousing grand tour focusing on the most memorable people and their stories (and diners!), all culled from the …
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Poetry and Song Open Mic at ACM
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesArts Collaborative Medford presents its monthly Poetry and Song Open Mic Night, hosted by Medford Poet Laureate Vijaya Sundaram, with guest poet CD Collins. A Kentucky native, Collins was selected as Malden’s inaugural Poet Laureate in 2023. She is the author of "Blue Land," a collection of short stories; a poetry collection; and "Afterheat," a …
Poetry Club with Vijaya Sundaram
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library invites you to its monthly Poetry Club meeting led by Vijaya Sundaram, the City of Medford's poet laureate. The group reads and discusses the work of great poets, while crafting and performing participants' own work. Take the mic and shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with …
An Evening with Poet Terry E. Carter
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library invites you to celebrate National Poetry Month with an evening with Terry E. Carter, who was the city's inaugural Poet Laureate from 2021 to 2023. Carter has been developing his craft for decades and has published six books of poetry, with a seventh book in the works. He is a classically-trained …
Artist Talk: Suzanne Révy – A Murmur in the Trees
Palm Press Bookstore 19 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesPalm Press Bookstore, which recently opened in Medford Square, presents an artist talk and book signing featuring photographer Suzanne Révy and her new book "A Murmur in the Trees." Wandering in the footsteps of the transcendental writers in Concord, Massachusetts, Révy witnessed nature unfurling through the seasons. She formed a physical and psychological bond with …
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Monday Morning Mysteries: The Stranger Diaries
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library's Monday Morning Mysteries group meets to discuss "The Stranger Diaries" by Elly Griffiths. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Call the library at 781-395-7950 to have a copy put on hold for you. RSVP for today's meeting through the library's online calendar. The title for next month's meeting, …
Grade 1 Book Club: Hey, Wall
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library’s First Grade Book Club meets to discuss "Hey, Wall" by Susan Verde. Discussion is accompanied by a small craft or activity related to the book. Please note that this club is only for children in first grade. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Books will be available at the …
Tuesday Night Book Group: Lessons in Chemistry
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library's Tuesday Night Book Group meets to discuss "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Register using the library's online calendar. The title for next month's meeting, on May 13, will be "White House Wild Child: How Alice Roosevelt Broke All the Rules and …
Tween Graphic Novel Book Club: Magical Boy, v1
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library's Tween Graphic Novel Book Club for readers ages 10 to 14 meets to discuss "Magical Boy, v1" by The Kao. Pick up a copy of the book at the Children’s Desk or in the Teen Room. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Climate Change Book Club: Hum
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library's Climate Change Book Club, "Planet and Pages," meets to discuss "Hum" by Helen Phillips. A dystopian thriller that explores AI, selfhood, and humanity, "Hum" is an urgent and unflinching portrayal of a woman’s fight for her family’s security in a world shaped by global warming and rapid technological progress. Copies are …