Little Painters
Medford Recreation Center/Gene Mack Gym 30 Forest St., Medford, MA, United StatesThe Medford Recreation Department is offering an eight-class painting program, Little Painters, for children ages 2 to 5. Each week, kids can get creative with different painting projects including ceramics, suncatchers, birdhouses, and more. The program runs from 9 to 9:45 a.m. on Saturdays from September 24 through November 19 (no class on October 8, …
Friends of the Library Fall Book and Bake Sale
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAFriends of the Medford Public Library presents its first book and bake sale at the new Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library building. There also will be door prizes and other special events today. The book sale will conclude on Sunday, September 25, from 2 to 5 p.m.
Saturday Family Story Time
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library resumes its Saturday morning family story time (for ages 3 to 7) in the new Charlotte & William Bloomberg Library building. The session explores 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 …
Let’s Create
Medford Recreation Center/Gene Mack Gym 30 Forest St., Medford, MA, United StatesThe Medford Recreation Center is offering an eight-week session of its Let's Create arts and craft program for children in kindergarten through grade 3. Children will use their creativity each week to complete a new art project. Projects include ceramics, painting, sketching and jewelry making. The class will meet from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on …
Mystic River Celebration
Condon Band Shell 2501 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MACACHE in Medford presents another Mystic River Celebration arts festival at the beautifully renovated Condon Band Shell and park. Spend the afternoon enjoying live performances, browse local artisan crafts, and take part in fun activities for all ages! Shop the work of more than 20 local artists, contribute to a community art project led by …
Chess in Medford Square
Saltonstall Building 121 Riverside Ave., Medford, MAThe Medford Chess Club invites you to drop by the gazebo outside the Medford Housing Authority's Saltonstall Building for a friendly game of chess. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members who are willing to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. There are no membership dues or fees …
Boston Community Pedal Swap
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint 175 River's Edge Drive, Medford, MAHave a bunch of pedals but just want something new? Come to the first Boston Community Pedal Swap at The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint, geek out, talk and swap pedals with fellow guitar/bass/instrument pedal enthusiasts. This event is open to amateur, semi-pro and pro musicians, weekend warriors and bedroom players alike. The only …
NESBA Marching Band Competition
Hormel Stadium 90 Locust St., MedfordThe Medford High School Band Parent Organization is hosting a New England Scholastic Band Association (NESBA) marching band competition at Hormel Stadium. Twelve high school marching bands are registered to compete, with the Medford Marching Band and Color Guard performing at 6:30. The complete lineup: Joseph Case (Swansea), 5 p.m.; Reading, 5:15; Melrose, 5:30; Framingham, …
Dwayne Haggins at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint 175 River's Edge Drive, Medford, MADwayne Haggins, "the love child of Hank Williams and Otis Redding," returns to The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint. Admission is free for the music; reserve a table if you plan to have dinner.
Giggly Squad Podcast Live
Chevalier Theatre 30 Forest St., Medford, MAChevalier Theatre hosts a live podcast of the Giggly Squad. Each week, Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo make fun of everything, but most importantly themselves. They discuss pop culture, fashion trends, television, horoscopes, mental health, dating, and expose their personal lives. Also, they can’t be managed. Tickets are $39 and $49 (with VIP packages at …