Granoff Colloquium: Richard Jankowsky
Varis Lecture Hall, Granoff Music Center, Tufts University 20 Talbot Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesThe Granoff Music Center Colloquium at Tufts University presents Tufts music professor Richard Jankowsky discussing his latest book, "Ambient Sufism: Ritual Niches and the Social Work of Musical Form," which examines ritual journeys shaped by music that reveal the contributions of women and underrepresented minorities to the North African musico-spiritual landscape. Free; no tickets required. …
Looking Back through Writing and Art
Medford Senior Center 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MAThe Medford Council on Aging is collaborating with students in the Tufts University occupational therapy program to present "Looking Back," a weekly writing and art series where participants can reflect on different periods of life. You'll write stories, do art projects, and have fun. Sign up in the Medford Senior Center office or call 781-396-6010. …
Family Story Time
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library presents family story time (for ages 3 to 7) in the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Library building. The session will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in. After story time, a short craft or activity will be held in the same space.
Savtones with Mark Hobbs at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint 175 River's Edge Drive, Medford, MATony Savarino's Savtones continue their Third Wednesday Residency at The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint, joined tonight by special guest guitarist and singer Mark Hobbs. Savarino is a pillar of the Boston music scene. He will be playing his original compositions, which are instrumentals focusing on guitar melodies. It's like instrumental Western Swing with …
Jim Gaffigan
Chevalier Theatre 30 Forest St., Medford, MAChevalier Theatre presents the first of two appearances by Jim Gaffigan on his The Fun Tour. Gaffigan is a six-time Grammy nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, two-time Emmy winning top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling recording artist. He is known around the world for his unique brand of humor, which …
TRUNK: Lost ‘n Found and Dancing Around
Medford Family Network Family Center 489 Winthrop St., Medford, MAThe Medford Family Network welcomes TRUNK! -- Tufts University's children's theatre troupe and community service group -- for a school vacation week presentation of "Lost 'n Found and Dancing Around." Geared toward children ages 4 to 8, the play is about lost items that are found through leadership and fun. Register through the MFN sign-up …
Senior Center Book Club and Chat
Medford Senior Center 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MAAdvocates for Quality Aging, a student group at Tufts University, and the Medford Council on Aging present their weekly book club for seniors. Join Tufts students in reading and discussing books and short stories you love. Participate in person at the Senior Center or via Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email advocatesforqualityaging@gmail.com or …
Toddler Time
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAJoin Toddler Time at the Medford Public Library and read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. Story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, all are inviteed to join a mini-play group too. Because of the age of most of the participants, the library …
Senior Artitude
Medford Senior Center 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MAThe Medford Senior Center holds its weekly Artitude class, with Debbie Corleto leading the instruction of various art mediums and projects. You might work in acrylics, watercolor, graphite, pastels, colored pencil, crayons, and more. To sign up , call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010. Limit 16 people in person; there also is an option of …
Teen Henna Tattoos
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAAttention teens in grades 6 to 12: Come to the Medford Public Library to have henna applied to your hands by a professional artist! These tattoos will remain for one to two weeks. Sign-up is required and space is limited. To sign up, teens will need a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian. …