CACHE in Medford

Teen Spooky Candle Holder Making Workshop
2025-10-23 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
For teens in middle school and high school.

Use air dry clay to design your own spooky candle holders in the MakerSpace!
Sign up is required – registration for this event will begin on September 1.
If you have any questions, please contact Val at vvaz@minlib.net.
Note to Caregivers: We want to do our best to provide your child with the best accommodations possible to make their experience at this maker event both fun and rewarding. Any additional information you can provide to help us support your child would be very helpful.

Teen Game Night
2025-10-27 18:30 - 20:00
Take a break and play some games in the Teen Section – we’ve got video games, board games, card games, and more! You’re welcome to play as one large group or you can split into smaller groups and play multiple games. Teens who show up will determine what is played!
No sign up required, just drop in! If you have any questions, contact Val: vvaz@minlib.net

Sensory Story Time
2025-10-29 18:30 - 19:30
Explore stories, music, movement, and play in a sensory-friendly and adaptive setting. This storytime is for everyone, but is particularly designed for neurodiverse children: children who are autistic, have sensory processing challenges, ADHD, or have difficulty sitting through our other storytimes.
Registration required – click the button below to register. Help prepare your child(ren) in advance by reading through the Sensory Storytime Social Story together!
Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734

Kylie Lee Baker Author Visit
2025-10-29 18:30 - 19:30
This event is for all ages, but specifically geared towards teens.
In partnership with the Medford High School Asian Club, the Library is excited to host Kylie Lee Baker for an author visit! Members of the MHS Asian Club will lead a Q&A with local author Kylie Lee Baker about her young adult novels and being an author.
Questions? Contact Nicole at nperrault@minlib.net

Teen Craft Night - Masquerade Masks
2025-10-30 18:30 - 20:00
For teens in middle school and high school.

Decorate your own masquerade style mask! As a bonus, you can use this mask at our masquerade themed murder mystery party that’s happening on November 6 the following week!
All materials will be provided.
Sign up is required. Registration will begin on September 1. Please complete the sign up form.
If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net

Teen Maker Monday
2025-11-03 15:30 - 16:30
For teens in middle school and high school.

Learn and create in the Maker Space. Each month will focus on a different STEAM project that everyone completes together.
This month we’ll be making our own avocado shaped pop-its! All materials will be provided.
Sign up is required. Registration will begin on October 1. Please complete the sign up form here. If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net
Note to Caregivers: We want to do our best to provide your child with the best accommodations possible to make their experience at this maker event both fun and rewarding. Any additional information you can provide to help us support your child would be very helpful.

Teen Maker Night
2025-11-04 18:00 - 20:00
For teens in middle school and high school.

Learn, create, break, and build things in the Maker Space. There are no assigned projects in this program – it is designed for you to come in to explore and experiment with different making tools.
Registration for this program will begin on October 1. Please complete the sign up form below. If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net
Note to Caregivers: We want to do our best to provide your child with the best accommodations possible to make their experience at this maker event both fun and rewarding. Any additional information you can provide to help us support your child would be very helpful.

Local Author Writing Session for Tweens
2025-11-05 15:30 - 16:30
This event is for tweens in grades 5-8.
Learn the ins and outs of writing and publishing your own book! At the end of this series, you will have a book on the shelf of the Medford Public Library for others to check out and read!
Sign up is required. Registration for this event will begin on October 1 and will be for the whole series.
If you have any questions, contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net

Masquerade Murder Mystery Party for Teens
2025-11-06 18:30 - 20:30
This event is for teens entering grades 6 and up.
We’re holding a spooky masquerade murder mystery party! Get into character and help solve the murder of a masquerade guest. Can you figure out whodunnit before they strike again?
Attendees will receive their role approximately one week before the party! Costumes are strongly encouraged, but not required. Light refreshments will be served!
Sign up is required! Registration for this event will begin on October 1. Questions? Contact Nicole at nperrault@minlib.net

Tiny Food Fest for Teens
2025-11-07 15:30 - 16:30
This program is for teens in middle school and high school.
Food, but make it tiny. Join us for a fun and creative culinary adventure at the library!
Sign up is required! Registration for this event will begin on October 1. Questions? Email Maddi at mranieri@minlib.net.
