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 …
Spotlight Productions Musical Theatre Workshop
Medford High School 489 Winthrop St., Medford, MA, United StatesSpotlight Productions is offering a two-week musical theatre workshop for ages 7 to 16, perfect for those seeking to build upon their musical theatre talent, as well as for those stepping on stage for the first time. Sessions will take place at Medford High School from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday, August 8 to …
Tennis and Writing
Dugger Park Mystic River Road, Medford, MAMedford High School tennis coach Drew Hendrickson is leading a tennis and ELA program for ages 7 through 13 that offers fast-paced and fun tennis classes coupled with a reading and writing program led by a certified teacher. The tennis portion is fun, instructive and support teamwork and sportsmanship. Students learn all basic tennis skills, …
Dance Studio All-Styles Camp
The Dance Studio 3163 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, United StatesThe Dance Studio is offering a five-day All-Styles Performing Arts and Technique Camp for those in grade 5 to 8. Sessions are Monday through Friday, August 8-12, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dancers will learn multiple styles of dance: hip hop, jazz, ballet, modern/lyrical and acro. Cost is $140 per dancer. Sign up on …
Art for Kids: Joan Miro
Community Baptist Church 470 Fulton St., Medford, United StatesAngelina Mejia, owner of Love ya MA Art for Kids in Fulton Heights, is presenting another series of summer art classes for ages 6 to 14. This week's class will be based on Joan Miro. Participants will re-create art pieces in Miro's style, painting with acrylics and water colors and using markers and colored pencils, …
Teen Manga Drawing: Clothing
Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library 111 High Street, Medford, MAThis month's manga drawing session at the Medford Public Library will focus on clothing. Teens in grades 6 and up are invited to drop in and learn a new aspect of manga drawing. All skill levels are welcome and all supplies are provided. RSVP through the library's online calendar. Questions? Contact Maddi Ranieri of the …
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.
Poetry and Short Story Writing for Seniors
Medford Senior Center 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MAMedford author and poet Shirley Gerald Ware is hosting a class on the art of writing poetry and short stories at 10 a.m. each Wednesday in July and August at the Medford Senior Center. Shirley is the author of nine books; her 10th book, “The Three of US,” is pending this year. She also is …
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.
Medford History Walk with Laura Duggan
Salem Street Burying Ground Salem Street and River Street, Medford, United StatesWalkMedford and the Medford Recreation Department invite you to a Medford History Walk led by Laura Duggan, a Medford playwright who is passionate about unearthing the stories of people in Medford history. She'll start at Salem Street Burying Ground, and lead folks on a walk to Cradock Bridge and around Medford Square. Learn about Sarah …