Zumba Gold for Seniors
2025-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MA, 02155
Join Emily on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM for Zumba Gold, a low-impact dance fitness class designed for older adults. Cost: $3 per class.

Baby Rave (Ages 0-5)
2025-09-24 10:30 - 11:15 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Wear your neon, grab a glowstick, and join us on the dance floor for a high energy dance party! Kids ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join us. Registration is not required.
Please note, this dance party will feature music, bubbles, and colorful and flashing lights. This may not be a suitable event for those with sensory sensitivities or epilepsy. Please exercise caution when deciding whether or not to attend.

Weekly Kids' Storytime at Moon and Back Bookstore
2025-09-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Moon and Back Bookstore, 458 High St, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join us for FREE weekly storytimes every:

Wednesday at 10:30am
AND
Saturday at 2:30pm!
Upcoming Stories:
Wednesday, September 17th at 10:30am: Bear-y Cool Storytime with Michelle
Saturday, September 20th at 2:30pm: Lot of Axolotls Storytime with Michelle
Wednesday, September 24th at 10:30am: All about Autumn Storytime with Michelle

Family Story Time at the Medford Public Library
2025-09-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
This story hour at the Medford Public Library is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
During Family Story Time, grown-ups are expected to remain in the room and keep an eye on the child(ren) they’re accompanying and are encouraged to engage fully in singing and movement activities. During the craft period, grown-ups should plan to assist their kid(s) as needed. Family Story Time can sometimes be crowded and loud; depending on the craft, it can also get a little messy.
No registration required.

Critical Dreaming Book Talk and Celebration
2025-09-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Center for Humanities at Tufts, 48 Professors Row, Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join faculty and students to hear Lily Mengesha discuss her newest monograph, Critical Dreaming: Feminist Performances Across Indigenous Americas. She will be joined by faculty respondents in performance studies, Harvey Young (Boston University) and Courtney Elkin Mohler (Boston College). More information about the event available here. Purchase your copy of Critical Dreaming. Contact chat@tufts.edu with any questions. Sponsored by CHAT, WGSS, and TDPS

Sculpt & Style: Polymer Clay Dangle Earrings
2025-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Create Your Own Polymer Clay Dangle Earrings!
Unleash your creativity in this fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to craft a beautiful pair of polymer clay dangle earrings from start to finish.
The instructor will demonstrate a variety of techniques, perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. By the end of the session, you’ll have your very own custom earrings to take home and wear with pride!
Register here.

Children's Sensory Story Time
2025-09-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Explore stories, music, movement, and play in a sensory-friendly and adaptive setting. This storytime is for everyone, but is particularly designed for neurodiverse children: children who are autistic, have sensory processing challenges, ADHD, or have difficulty sitting through our other storytimes.
Registration required – click the here to register. Help prepare your child(ren) in advance by reading through the Sensory Storytime Social Story together!
Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734

Writer's Workshop
2025-09-24 18:45 - 20:45 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
The group is always looking for new members, so join the group to meet your community’s fellow scribblers and get feedback on your work.
If you have questions about the group, please contact David Chia at duuchia@gmail.com.

The Scoop Book Club
2025-09-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Colleen’s Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop, 61 High St., Medford, 02155, United States
The Scoop is a book club for those in their 20s & 30s (and anyone who wants the scoop on great books). Please join us offsite at Colleen’s at 61 High Street to discuss the monthly selection and enjoy a scoop of ice cream!
September’s selection is The God of the Woods by Liz Moore.
The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend the program, please be sure to register. There is a follow-up question that will help us understand how we can include you in our programs.
Register here.

Arsun / JT Loux / Brady Dallas Jones at Deep Cuts
2025-09-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Deep Cuts Brewery, 21 Main St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Arsun – https://arsunmusic.bandcamp.com
JT Loux – https://jtloux.com
Brady Dallas Jones – https://bradydallasjones.bandcamp.com
at Deep Cuts | Medford, MA
Doors: 7:00 PM (taproom opens at noon, serves food until 9PM)
$12 ADV / $15 DOS / 18+

Line Dancing at the Great American Beer Hall
2025-09-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Kick up some Saturday-style fun on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 (7:30 – 9:30 PM) at The Great American Beer Hall. No previous skill needed—just bring your enthusiasm and embrace the beat! Whether you’re a seasoned stepper or just curious, this evening of two-stepping, shuffles, and shared rhythm promises lighthearted moves, camaraderie, and—of course—no cover charge. Something tells us you’ll be back for seconds.

Art for Everyone for Seniors
2025-09-25 13:30 - 14:30 | Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave., Medford, MA, 02155
Get creative with Tom in this free art class on Thursdays at 1:30 PM. Offered in person or via Zoom, it’s open to all skill levels. Supplies and inspiration provided—just bring your imagination!

Teen Pumpkin Painting
2025-09-25 15:30 - 16:30 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
For teens in middle school and high school.

It’s officially pumpkin season, so let’s paint some mini pumpkins. All materials will be provided.
Sign up is required. Registration will begin on August 1. Please complete the sign up form below.
If you have any questions, contact Nicole: nperrault@minlib.net

Kids' Art Smart (Ages 5+)
2025-09-25 15:30 - 16:30 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
For kids ages 5 and up.

Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build, and design with us! Every other week, we will explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project.
Art Smart is a drop-in program for kids ages 5-12 where children spend time learning art techniques, exploring art materials and honing fine motor skills. Art Smart is about the process of creating art – if something is too hard or too easy, that’s ok! There is no requirement to do anything a certain way. Art is sometimes messy! We have a sink in the room for kids and caregivers to wash hands as needed throughout the program. The librarians provide verbal and visual cues to signal transitions from art activities to collaborative cleanup.
This is a drop-in program — no registration needed!

MHSM: Bill Monbouquette: One of a kind! A Red Sox and Medford Legend
2025-09-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
The city of Medford and Medford High School have produced many great athletes over the years, both boys and girls, track stars, hockey players, Olympians, and more. Bill Monbouquette, MHS 1955, and former Red Sox All-Star pitcher, is near to the top of that list. Mombo, who was inducted into the Mustang Hall of Fame, played soccer, hockey, and baseball in high school, and it was in baseball that he rose to the highest of professional achievements.
Bill first appeared on the national baseball stage in 1954 at age-17, between his junior and senior years at Medford High. At that time, and for many years before and after, the Hearst Newspapers sponsored a national contest of the best players throughout the US playing at the New York Giants Polo Grounds against the New York City schoolboy all-stars. Bill represented Massachusetts, pitched two scoreless innings, and he was named the tournament’s most valuable player!
His Hearst All-Star game heroics were followed by:

Signing with the Boston Red Sox right after graduation from Medford High in 1955;
Working his way through the Red Sox minor league system from 1955 to June 1958;
Joining the Red Sox in July 1958, earning AL All-Star honors in 1960, 1962 and 1963, tossing a no-hitter in 1962 to go with 92 wins during 7 ½ Red Sox years through 1965;
Beginning in 1966 pitching for the Tigers, Yankees, and Giants before retiring in 1968;
Becoming a pitching coach in the minors and majors that lasted from 1969 to 2005!

Those are just some of his many impressive statistics and achievements during a 50-year professional baseball career. But the story we will tell is of Bill the family guy, the loyal friend, the best possible teammate and mentor, a tireless volunteer with the Jimmy Fund, and Mombo the good neighbor who always made sure that people knew he was from Medford, MA.
It’s a story worth telling and listening to! This program is brought to you by Medford Historical Society and Museum.
For more information, email medfordhistorical02155@gmail.com

Open Mic: Poetry & Song September
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Spinning Words, Singing Worlds
Hosted by Medford Poet Laureate Vijaya Sundaram
Featured Poet: Jean Flanagan
Suggested Donation: $5-$10
RSVP Here.
Poets, dreamers, and song-writers – we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem, story, or song to read or sing. We’ll provide a microphone and podium.
Jean Flanagan is author of two books of poetry: Ibbeston Street (Garden Street Press) and Black Lightning (Cedar Hill Books). Her forthcoming book The Language of Two will be published by Finishing Line Press in September 2026. Flanagan is a volunteer corrdinator for “CHanging Lives Through Literature” an alternatice sentencing program in Massachusetts. She is one of the founds of the Arlington Center for the Arts and the current Poet Laureate of Arlington, Massachusetts.
Open mics are a part of ACM’s Literary Program. The remaining dates this fall are on October 23, November 20, December 18th. Be sure to check the ACM website for the most up to date information.

Mary Chapin Carpenter & Brandy Clark
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:30 | Chevalier Theatre, 30 Forest St., Medford, MA, 02155
Join two of Americana and singer-songwriter’s most cherished voices on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable evening at the Chevalier Theatre in Medford, MA.
The event features Mary Chapin Carpenter, a five-time Grammy winner known for heartfelt classics like “Passionate Kisses” and “He Thinks He’ll Keep Her,” with over 16 million records sold, induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and a celebrated new collaborative album Looking for the Thread — part of a 2025 tour showcasing both her timeless catalog and newly released music. Appearing alongside her is Brandy Clark, a multi-award-winning songwriter and performer in a landmark year, having earned accolades such as Americana Song of the Year, Best Americana Performance at the Grammys, and critical acclaim for her deeply personal and lauded self-titled album. Tickets range from $54 to $125, with fully seated arrangements awaiting fans of both artists.

Folk Night – EventThem Showcase Series Debut
2025-09-25 19:00 - 21:30 | EventThem Studios, 344 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
EventThem Studios is excited to launch our brand-new Showcase Series, highlighting local talent across genres and bringing the community together through live music. The very first night of the series is Folk Night—an intimate evening of storytelling and song to set the tone for many great nights to come.
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: EventThem Studios | 344 Salem Street, Medford, MA 02155
Run of Show

Doors open at 7:00 PM
Opener: 7:30–8:00 PM
Headliner: 8:30–9:30 PM

✨ Featuring Zion Rodman & Kirsten Kirk and the Dirty Work!
Tickets 🎟

Early Bird: $16.73
General Admission: $21.87
At the Door: $27.02

Purchase your tickets HERE! (All fees included!)
Food & Drinks 🍻🍕
Alcoholic + non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase, along with light bites.
Parking
Limited parking available in the EventThem lot (first come, first served). Plenty of free street parking nearby!
Stay Connected! 📲
Follow us on Instagram @EventThemBoston and Facebook for artist announcements and event updates.

Spirit Hotel / Camp Saint Helene / Noble Dust at Deep Cuts
2025-09-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Deep Cuts Brewery, 21 Main St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Spirit Hotel – https://spirithotel.bandcamp.com
Camp Saint Helene (NY) – https://campsainthelene.bandcamp.com
Noble Dust – https://nobledust.bandcamp.com
at Deep Cuts | Medford, MA
Doors: 7:00 PM (taproom opens at noon, serves food until 8 PM)
$10 ADV / $12 DOS / 18+

Nirvani - The Great American Tribute Series
2025-09-25 20:00 - 23:00 | Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Step into the heart of grunge with Nirvani, a nationally touring three-piece tribute band that channels the raw intensity of Nirvana’s live shows. From the iconic guitar riffs to the emotional grit of the vocals, they recreate the spirit of the ’90s grunge pioneers with uncanny authenticity—down to the vintage instruments and stage presence. This is the third and final show of the Great American Tribute Series and one tribute you won’t want to miss. Grab your tickets on Eventbrite and be there when legend meets homage.
Tickets available on Eventbrite.

Poetry Club with Vijaya Sundaram
2025-09-26 15:30 - 17:30 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join Vijaya Sundaram, Medford’s Poet Laureate, and take the mic and shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with passion, lyricism, and force.
We’ll meet to read and discuss the work of great poets, while crafting and performing our own work.
The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend the program, please be sure to register. There is a follow-up question that will help us understand how we can include you in our programs.

MakerSpace Drop-In
2025-09-26 16:00 - 17:30 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Stop by the Medford Public Library’s MakerSpace and work on your personal projects or ask our in-house expert about how to use the space and equipment. General safety badging is available during this time as well.
This program is for adults and teens 16+. No registration required.

Art & Soul Circle: Boundaries & Beyond {Part I}
2025-09-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join us for Part I of the Art & Soul Circle, a facilitated conversation with artists from Boundaries & Beyond. This gathering invites participants to reflect on the creative process and the ways art can spark dialogue around climate justice. Together, we’ll explore the personal stories and collective vision behind the i3c artivists’ work.

Collaging the Self
2025-09-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Join Leticia Priebe Rocha, local artist and poet, for evenings of community collaging! In this three part series, we will explore the following themes each month:
What would a collage that depicts different facets of yourself look like? Participants will be guided through an exciting process of discovering the symbols, images, phrases, fragments, colors, or patterns that emerge as representations of themselves.

Teardrops / Memory Entry / The Promise End at Deep Cuts
2025-09-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Deep Cuts Brewery, 21 Main St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Teardrops – https://teardrops-usa.bandcamp.com
Memory Entry – https://memoryentry.bandcamp.com/
The Promise End – https://thepromisedend.bandcamp.com
at Deep Cuts | Medford, MA
Doors: 7:00 PM (taproom opens at noon, serves food until 9PM)
$12 ADV / $15 DOS / 18+

DJ Carlitoswave at the Great American Beer Hall
2025-09-26 21:30 - 23:59 | Great American Beer Hall, 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Wrap up your week in style on Friday, September 26, 2025 (9:30 PM–11:59 PM) as DJ Carlitoswave hits the decks at The Great American Beer Hall. Expect an electric mix of dance-ready tracks, smooth transitions, and a dynamic atmosphere that keeps the energy flowing all night long—no cover charge required. It’s the perfect way to pair cold pints with infectious beats.

MakerSpace Drop-In
2025-09-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Stop by the Medford Public Library’s MakerSpace and work on your personal projects or ask our in-house expert about how to use the space and equipment. General safety badging is available during this time as well.
This program is for adults and teens 16+.

Family Story Time
2025-09-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Medford Public Library, 111 High St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States

EventThem Studios Open House
2025-09-27 10:00 - 14:00 | EventThem Studios, 344 Salem St., Medford, MA, 02155, United States
Come by EventThem Studios on Saturday, September 27th from 10 AM – 2 PM for our Open House! 🎉
We’ll have music, games, and light refreshments, plus local art on display — including a curated watercolor exhibit by Debajyoti Biswas. You’ll also get a first look at our new game room and recording studio — part of our growing creative space. Every guest is entered into a free raffle to win a $50 credit toward an EventThem Studios rental or a Ticket Union purchase! 🎟️
It’s free to attend and open to everyone — we’d love to see you there! ✨
📍 344 Salem St, MedfordNote: Parking lot spaces are limited, but free street parking is available nearby.
We’d love to meet you and show you what we’ve been working on!
Check us out on Instagram (@eventthemboston) and Facebook!

CACHE's Mystic River Celebration
2025-09-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Condon Band Shell, 2501 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA, 02155
CACHE in Medford presents its 14th annual Mystic River Celebration arts festival at the Condon Band Shell and park. Spend the afternoon enjoying live performances, browsing crafts from local artisan crafts, learning about community organizations, and taking part in fun activities for all ages. More details, including the schedule of live performances, will be announced closer to the event date. Visit the event web page for more information.
