The People’s Jam at The Porch
The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint 175 River's Edge Drive, Medford, MAThe closing of Johnny D's Uptown in Somerville left a big hole that needed to be filled. For decades, blues musicians jammed on that stage on Sundays. Some big names grew up on that stage and everyone supported everyone else. That is the spirit that The Porch fosters with its weekly People's Jam. Bass amp …
Matt & Shannon Heaton Valentines Concert
Virtual MAMedford musicians Matt & Shannon Heaton are presenting a special livestream concert for all of their valentines. The program will feature love songs and lovely tunes played with love. Tune in on YouTube.
Grades 2-3 Book Club: Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library's book club for second- and third-graders meets to discuss “Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion" by Andrea Beaty. Email Maddi Ranieri of the library staff at mranieri@minlib.net to register and get your book.
Teens, Let’s Talk About Money
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library continues its series with financial literacy educator Joan Trainer facilitating a discussions with teens in high school about money – how we think about it, how it fits into our lives, and how not to get carried away with it. She will also provide clarification to money terms and answer questions. …
MacGyver Art Challenge
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library is hosting a MacGyver Art Challenge for adults. Watch Bob Ross teach about Happy Little Trees, but you won’t have paint to complete your artwork. Try your hand at “painting” with the weirdest things sourced from the Dollar Store. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Senior Knitting and Crochet
Medford Senior Center 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MAThe Medford Council on Aging presents its weekly knitting and crochet program at the Medford Senior Center. Join instructor Jean in creating beautiful handmade creations. The program welcomes all levels of experience, from beginners to experts.
Kids’ Manga Drawing
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public library invites kids ages 8 to 12 to come to a Manga drawing class with Maddi Ranieri. Registration is required; email Maddi at mranieri@minlib.net.
Teen Maker Night
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library presents its monthly Teen Maker Night. Create, break and build things in the Maker Space. The event is for teens in middle school and high school to learn and create. There are no assigned projects in this program; it is designed for you to come in to explore and experiment with …
Tuesday Night Book Group: Women of Pearl Island
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThe Medford Public Library's Tuesday Night Book Group meets to discuss "Women of Pearl Island" by Polly Crosby. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Please register through the library's online calendar. Upcoming book titles and meeting dates are "The Bombay Prince" by Maggie Shipstead (March 14) and "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" …
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.