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February 2025
Mystery Book Club for Teens: Threads That Bind
The Medford Public Library's Mystery Book Club for Teens meets to discuss "Threads That Bind" by Kika Hatzopoulou. A copy of the book may be picked up in the Teen Section one month in advance. Sign-up for today's meeting is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Crochet Club for Teens
The Medford Public Library hosts its Crochet Club for teens in middle school and high school. Learn the basics of crocheting or work on an existing project. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Galentines Drag Show at The Ford
The Ford Tavern presents a Galentines Drag Show featuring Patty Bourée and Wilhelmina. Enjoy some hilarious live performances, delicious cocktails, food, and fabulous prizes. Tickets are $7 per person and available through Eventbrite. Food and drinks will be available for order throughout the evening, or arrive a bit early if you would like to start dinner before the show starts.
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Book Group: Homebodies
The Medford Public Library's LGBTQ+ Book Group meets to discuss "Homebodies" by Tembe Denton-Hurst. Books will be available at the circulation desk approximately four weeks in advance. Call the library at 781-395-7950 to have a copy put on hold for you. RSVP for the book group meeting through the library's new online calendar. All are welcome to read and discuss literary and nonfiction works by and about the LGBTQ+ community, from classic to contemporary titles.
Find out more »Pop Up Art School Reverse Painting Class
Pop Up Art School comes to the Medford Public Library to lead a Reverse Painting Class for adults. Register using the library's new online calendar. Pop up Art School is a mobile and virtual art lesson business out of South Weymouth founded and co-owned by Janell Scannell and Lisa Walker. Over the past decade, they have brought more than 2,000 art programs to public libraries in Massachusetts and across the country.
Find out more »Pub Night at Medford Brewing Company
Swampanova, a ska band featuring original members of Bim Skala Bim, provides the live music portion of this edition of Pub Night at Medford Brewing Company. In between the live sets, DJ Panda will play ska, punk, soul, reggae, new wave and BritPop music. For ages 21 and over.
Find out more »Conversational English Class for Seniors
Are you an older adult looking to improve your English skills? Join the Council on Aging for Conversational English with Janice Cole, a friendly and relaxed environment where you can practice speaking English, engage in lively discussions, and build your confidence. The only requirements are a desire to learn English, and a basic knowledge of the language. Call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat.
Find out more »Teen Home School Maker Club
The Medford Public Library invites home schooled tweens and teens ages 11 and up to its Home School Maker Club. Learn to make something new every month in the Maker Space. All materials provided. Registration is required through the library's new online calendar.
Find out more »Friday Activations: Conlon Nancarrow Compositions
Tufts University Art Galleries presents the second of four player piano sessions featuring the boundary-defying work of composer Conlon Nancarrow, in conjunction with the current exhibition "Impossible Music." Nancarrow was one of the first composers to work with “auto-playing” musical instruments, particularly the player piano, because of its ability to perform scores that exceeded human ability. Nancarrow’s early work was characterized by its extreme technical demands, only rarely performed to his satisfaction. He turned to machines as a means to…
Find out more »Senior Center Valentine Party
The Medford Council on Aging invites all seniors to celebrate love at the Medford Senior Center's Valentine Party. Enjoy a luncheon of Chinese food, desserts, live entertainment by singer Maria Guanci, and more. A special prize will be given to the longest married couple attending. Tickets are $5 per person (maximum two); purchase at the Senior Center. Sponsored in part by the Medford Community Chorale.
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