CACHE in Medford

Community Drum Circle for Seniors
2025-05-30 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Council on Aging begins a three-week series of Drum Circle sessions at the Senior Center. Celebrate rhythm in community as experienced instructors help you explore hand drumming techniques, rhythms from West Africa and beyond, games, and exercises in a fun and supportive environment. No experience necessary; loaner drums provided. Maximum of 15 participants. Sign up by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010. Additional sessions will be held at 10:30 a.m. on June 6 and 13, both Fridays.

Conversational English Class for Seniors
2025-05-30 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MA, 02155
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.

Caeltish at Mrs. Murphy's
2025-05-29 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Caeltish, the Irish music trio led by fiddler Alyssa Barker, returns to Mrs. Murphy’s Pub. Other members are Ed Cardenas on drums and Christopher Bramel on guitar. This weekend’s music at Mrs. Murphy’s will feature Fiddle Pete at 8 p.m. on Friday and Ethan Robbins at 8 p.m. on Saturday.

Into the Woods Jr.
2025-05-29 19:00 (America/New_York) | McGlynn Middle School, 3002 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Middle Schools Drama Club presents the first of four performances of “Into the Woods Jr.,” a new take on Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make. The musical features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in a lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors through the event web page. Additional performances will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 30, and at 2 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, also in the McGlynn Auditorium.

Teen Craft Night: Decoden Picture Frames
2025-05-29 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library’s Craft Night for teens in middle school and high school will teach how to design and decorate a picture frame with decoden cream. All materials will be provided. Registration is required through the library’s online calendar.

Reading with Ryan for Emerging Readers
2025-05-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of “Reading with Ryan” for emerging readers. Ryan loves when people read to him. If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Ryan. Pick your favorite book and schedule a 15-minute reading spot to hang out with the coolest dog who just NEEDS to hear you read. Registration is required through the library’s online calendar.

Art Smart for School-Aged Children
2025-05-29 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library presents Art Smart, a program designed for school-aged children ages 5 and up. Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build and design as the class explores the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project. This is a drop-in program — no registration needed.

Art Class for Seniors
2025-05-29 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly art class for seniors led by Tom Wojciechowski, a visual artist who works in a variety of media including installation, painting, photography and books. Build skills and techniques each week and try out various processes that help you experiment and find joy in art and image making. Call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat or to get information on how to join the class via Zoom.

Stephen Brodsky and Adam McGrath at Deep Cuts
2025-05-28 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Deep Cuts Brewery, 21 Main St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Vocalists and guitarists Stephen Brodsky and Adam McGrath of the band Cave In headline at Deep Cuts. Cave In’s music has been described as metalcore, post-hardcore and hardcore punk. Tonight’s lineup also includes Obliterati and Audrey Ryan (record release). Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 show day through Dice.

Mystic Makerspace Button Figures Workshop
2025-05-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Mystic Makerspace presents a workshop at the library to teach you about making button figures. Registration is required through the library’s online calendar.

Dance Caliente Rumba Class
2025-05-28 19:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library invites you to join Eileen Herman-Haase and Raul Nieves of Dance Caliente as they dance you through the steps to the Rumba. Register through the library’s online calendar. Supported in part by a Medford Arts Council grant.

Writers' Workshop
2025-05-28 18:45 - 20:00 UTC | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library hosts the monthly meeting of its Writers’ Workshop. New members are always welcome to join the group, meet fellow writers and get feedback on your work. The group usually meets on the last Wednesday of the month. If you have questions about the group, please contact organizer David Chia at duuchia@gmail.com.

Medford Public Schools Grades 4-5 Orchestra Concert
2025-05-28 18:00 (America/New_York) | Marsha Caron Theater, Medford High School, 489 Winthrop St., Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Schools’ spring concert series concludes with a performance by the grades 4 and 5 orchestra at Marsha Caron Theater at Medford High School. Admission is $5.

Frank Drake at Mrs. Murphy's
2025-05-28 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Mandolin master Frank Drake returns to Mrs. Murphy’s Pub. Drake plays mostly Americana music, which includes jazz, Western swing, bluegrass, roots country, a smattering of rock and pop, and related varieties of traditional music.

Teen Mini Terrarium Workshop
2025-05-28 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library offers a Mini Terrariums Workshop for teens in middle school and high school to create their your own mini terrarium. All materials will be provided. Registration is required through the library’s online calendar.

Paint Nite Boston at Great American Beer Hall
2025-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join Paint Nite Boston for a night of creativity, fun, and beer at the Great American Beer Hall. Unleash your inner artist as you sip on delicious brews and create a masterpiece of the image “Sorbet Sunset Lighthouse” with step-by-step guidance from Paint Nite’s talented instructors. No experience necessary. Paint Nite will provide all the materials including its new paint and take-home kits. Cost is $45. Purchase tickets through the Paint Nite website.

Bonsai Bar at Deep Cuts
2025-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Deep Cuts Brewery, 21 Main St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Deep Cuts is hosting another beginner bonsai class that teaches you about the art of bonsai and lets you create your very own dwarf umbrella tree. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends. Teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your own bonsai tree to take home in your choice of ceramic pot. Tickets are $85 through the Bonsai Bar event web page.

Social MakerSpace Drop-in
2025-05-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library presents another Social MakerSpace Drop-in for adults. Want to chat with other makers in the Medford community? Stop by the MakerSpace and work on your personal projects in a social environment. The library’s in-house expert will be available to answer questions about how to use the space and equipment.

Hope Chernesky at Mrs. Murphy's
2025-05-27 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Hope Chernesky returns to Mrs. Murphy’s Pub to perform this evening’s live music. She plays fiddle, guitar, and sings, and her style is based in a background of New England and Acadian fiddling mixed with elements of Celtic, bluegrass, and old-time music.

Reading Buddies
2025-05-27 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library invites kids to drop in for its weekly Reading Buddies program. Come practice your reading skills by reading aloud to teen volunteers. Reading Buddies will be available for 30-minute increments and happy to listen to you read whatever book(s) you’d like. Buddies will offer an encouraging ear and will only jump in to help if asked for it. Registration is not required. Please note that you may need to wait for a Buddy on busy afternoons. Reading Buddies will be available in the Children’s Room most Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. (no session on April 22 due to Medford Public Schools vacation week). Questions? Email Sam Donahue, Senior Children’s Librarian, at sdonahue@minlib.net.

Grades 4-5 Book Club: As Brave as You
2025-05-27 15:30 - 16:15 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Public Library’s book club for fourth- and fifth-graders meets to discuss “As Brave as You” by Jason Reynolds. The book will be available for pickup at the Children’s Desk about one month in advance. Please note that this event is only for those in grades 4 or 5. Registration is required through the library’s online calendar.

Senior Knitting and Crochet
2025-05-27 10:00 (America/New_York) | Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Come make beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.

Eamonn Sheehan at Mrs. Murphy's
2025-05-26 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Eamonn Sheehan kicks off this week’s live music at Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, presenting a lively Memorial Day performance of authentic tunes from the Emerald Isle. The week’s lineup also includes Hope Chernesky at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Frank Drake at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Caeltish at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Fiddle Pete at 8 p.m. on Friday, and Ethan Robbins at 8 p.m. on Saturday.

City of Medford Memorial Day Ceremony
2025-05-26 10:00 UTC | Oak Grove Cemetery, 230 Playstead Road, Medford, 02155
The City of Medford’s traditional Memorial Day Ceremony to honor and remember the brave veterans we’ve lost will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery. All community members are invited to attend.

Fiddle Pete at Mrs. Murphy's
2025-05-25 17:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Fiddle Pete — Peter R. Subramanian — concludes another week of live music at Mrs. Murphy’s Pub with a Sunday evening performance.

Ethan Robbins at Mrs. Murphy's Pub
2025-05-25 12:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Boston-based guitar and mandolin player Ethan Robbins, leader of the Americana band Cold Chocolate, returns to Mrs. Murphy’s Pub for a noontime program. This evening at 5, Fiddle Pete performs at Mrs. Murphy’s.

Chris Hersch Old Time Duo at Mrs. Murphy's
2025-05-24 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Mrs. Murphy’s Pub, 25 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
The Chris Hersch Old Time Duo entertains at Mrs. Murphy’s Pub. Hersch, a two-time Boston Music Award winner and nationally acclaimed guitarist, plays locally as part of Say Darling and The MoonRaiders, among other groups.

Kit Orion, Wisterio at Deep Cuts
2025-05-24 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Deep Cuts Brewery, 21 Main St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Singer-songwriter Kit Orion headlines at Deep Cuts. Last October, Orion released “Bottle Grin,” her entirely self-produced first studio album, an alt-pop meditation on grief, death and rebirth. Wisterio also will perform, and there will be live painting by Feliz Sainz. Tickets are $15 through Dice.

Ebisuya Kimono Sale
2025-05-24 15:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Ebisuya Japanese Market, 65 Riverside Ave., Medford, 02155, United States
Ebisuya Japanese Market in Medford Square, which is closing at the end of this month, is holding a Kimono Sale featuring vintage and antique kimono, obi, and accessories. Also for sale will be Japanese antiques and trinkets. The market is closing because the building in which it is located is slated for demolition this summer.

Chess in Medford Square
2025-05-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library, 111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
The Medford Chess Club invites you to its weekly meet-up in Medford Square, taking place in the second-floor gallery area at the library. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members to teach you the rules if you’re new to the game. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome, but those under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult or mature older sibling. There are no membership dues or fees to play. Visit the club’s website other updates. For questions, please contact Jack Elsey at elsey.jack@gmail.com.
