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2 events,Join Wiggles & Jiggles at Arts Collaborative Medford for a 6 week session of yoga & movement classes. Come enjoy fitness fun with your little that is filled with story telling, movement, music & a little meditation! Cost: $72 for 6 sessions Led By: Tina Watson of Wiggles and Jiggles Fitness For Littles Ages: 6-9 months
$72
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Join us for the Springward Poetry Festival, a weekend of poetry-focused interactive programming for all ages. We aim to foster an environment where poets, appreciators of poetry, and those curious about the art form can celebrate National Poetry Month, learn about poetry, and connect with each other. Start with our ongoing monthly World Poetry Salon (free), …
$5 – $20
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8 events,Join Rosa on Mondays at 10:00 AM for gentle yoga designed to increase flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Cost: $5 per class.
$5
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$5 per person (pay in advance). Lunch at 621 Restaurant (pay your own meal). Limited seating.
$5
Accessible yoga led by Rosa every Monday at 11:00 AM. Stretch, strengthen, and relax—perfect for all abilities. Cost: $3 per class.
$3
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3 events,Join Midwife, Artist and Mother Nerida Ackland in this 6 week creative art journaling group. Maternal Journal is a global movement providing a creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood. Explore identity and the transitions of this season. Create community and connect. Take this time for yourself and …
Free
Discover the world each week on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM through engaging talks on different countries and cultures, hosted by Ariane. This free program brings global perspectives right to the Senior Center. The Great American Beer Hall is hosting the Medford Winter Farmers Market this season, offering an expanded lineup with even more local vendors than last year. Escape the cold to shop for fresh produce and artisan goods in the cozy indoor hall, all while enjoying the unique opportunity to sip on a craft beer as … |
5 events,Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes at Joyful Music, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course!). It’s so much fun you … 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.
$3
Enjoy a weekly film in the Senior Center library — relax, socialize, and unwind. |
5 events,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!
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Celebrate the launch of Ecos y Reflejos, a solo exhibit by Edward Rocha on Thursday, April 2nd from 5:00–8:00 PM at our Opening Reception. This evening reception invites guests to explore Edward’s latest collection of paintings while enjoying light refreshments and drinks from our cash bar and casual conversation with the artist. Guests will have the opportunity to learn about Edward’s process, ask … Opening Reception: Ecos y Reflejos by Edward Rocha Read More » Melodies on Tap is our monthly open Mic Night hosted by local musicians, Zion Rodman & Christian Colegrove. 21+ More info and sign ups on the event website: HERE |
5 events,
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Ease into Friday with a restorative morning sound bath at Arts Collaborative Medford. Hendrik leads this meditative program with gong and singing bowls, creating long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a calm start to the day. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to … Join Rosemary at Clay Dreams in Arlington for ceramics fun. Transportation available; van departs at 9:45 AM. $6 per class + cost of materials.
$6
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.
Free
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6 events,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+.
Free
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 …
Free
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Create beautiful stained glass works of art by shaping and assembling pre-cut glass petals and incorporating brass and copper elements. This class cover the basics of the Tiffany-style copper foil method. You will learn to foil, burnish, flux, solder, and apply patina while exploring the basic chemistry behind this science-heavy art form. No patterns to …
$130
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Enjoy a 45-minute skit packed with silliness, friendly characters, colorful imagination, easy to follow stories, playful songs, and kid-friendly fun! Register when you arrive. Join Rosa on Mondays at 10:00 AM for gentle yoga designed to increase flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Cost: $5 per class.
$5
Join The Medford Public Library on the first Monday of each month for this Mystery Book Club. November: This month, we will be discussing Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson. |
4 events,Join Midwife, Artist and Mother Nerida Ackland in this 6 week creative art journaling group. Maternal Journal is a global movement providing a creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood. Explore identity and the transitions of this season. Create community and connect. Take this time for yourself and …
Free
Discover the world each week on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM through engaging talks on different countries and cultures, hosted by Ariane. This free program brings global perspectives right to the Senior Center. The Great American Beer Hall is hosting the Medford Winter Farmers Market this season, offering an expanded lineup with even more local vendors than last year. Escape the cold to shop for fresh produce and artisan goods in the cozy indoor hall, all while enjoying the unique opportunity to sip on a craft beer as … |
9 events,Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes at Joyful Music, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course!). It’s so much fun you … 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.
$3
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CHAT invites you to join us on April 8 at noon to hear from dissertation fellow Jo Michael Rezes for an original presentation featuring current research. Jo Michael Rezes (they/them/theirs) is a theatremaker and educator in the Greater Boston Area. Their dissertation, “Tastes Like AIDS: Sweet Aesthetics, Bitter Humor, and Viral Performances of HIV/AIDS “ … |
6 events,
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Rehearsal as Research: “Japanese Tea Ceremony” in Practice and in Performance In contemporary Japanese Tea (chanoyu, chado, or “Japanese tea ceremony”), practitioners learn to distinguish between “practice” in the sense of rehearsal, as carried out in weekly recurring sessions with an instructor versus what is often called “real tea,” corresponding to the sense of performance, the … Rehearsal as Research: “Japanese Tea Ceremony” in Practice and in Performance Read More » 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!
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Learn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. We’ll listen to or read the poems, share initial impressions, and discuss whatever questions or themes emerge. The texts will be provided at the meeting—no homework required! In April, we'll feature a special New England edition of …
Free
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7 events,
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Ease into Friday with a restorative morning sound bath at Arts Collaborative Medford. Hendrik leads this meditative program with gong and singing bowls, creating long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a calm start to the day. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to … Join Rosemary at Clay Dreams in Arlington for ceramics fun. Transportation available; van departs at 9:45 AM. $6 per class + cost of materials.
$6
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Please join us for a retirement celebration in honor of Barbara Kerr! Barbara has served the Medford community at the library for 42 years. This April marks the ten-year anniversary of her position as Director of the Library. Barbara was instrumental in securing the state grant from the MA Board of Library Commissioners that launched … Retirement Celebration for Barbara Kerr, Director of the Medford Public Library Read More » |
8 events,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+.
Free
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 …
Free
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Join us for the Springward Poetry Festival, a weekend of poetry-focused interactive programming for all ages. We aim to foster an environment where poets, appreciators of poetry, and those curious about the art form can celebrate National Poetry Month, learn about poetry, and connect with each other. Start with our ongoing monthly World Poetry Salon (free), …
$5 – $20
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3 events,
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The Jam Down By Riverside is a direct descendent of the now defunct Blues Jam at the Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint, which was a descendant of the Johnny D’s blues jam. The jam is for building community and building skills. We welcome people of all ages, abilities, styles and instruments to join in the …
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Hear the Tufts Concert Choir and Chamber Singers perform their spring concert under the direction of Jamie Kirsch as part of Tufts’ Sunday Concert Series. This free campus performance is presented by the Department of Music.
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Ease into your Sunday with John DeBellis, a South Shore singer-songwriter bringing reggae-inspired covers and original tunes to the pub. Laid-back grooves, easy rhythms, and a set built for good company — this is the kind of afternoon where the music rolls steady, the pints stay cold, and the sing-alongs come naturally. |
5 events,Join Rosa on Mondays at 10:00 AM for gentle yoga designed to increase flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Cost: $5 per class.
$5
Accessible yoga led by Rosa every Monday at 11:00 AM. Stretch, strengthen, and relax—perfect for all abilities. Cost: $3 per class.
$3
Step, shuffle, and turn to the music on Mondays at 12:45 PM with Julie Kaufmann. A lively class for exercise, rhythm, and fun. Cost: $3 per class.
$3
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3 events,Join Midwife, Artist and Mother Nerida Ackland in this 6 week creative art journaling group. Maternal Journal is a global movement providing a creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood. Explore identity and the transitions of this season. Create community and connect. Take this time for yourself and …
Free
Discover the world each week on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM through engaging talks on different countries and cultures, hosted by Ariane. This free program brings global perspectives right to the Senior Center. The Great American Beer Hall is hosting the Medford Winter Farmers Market this season, offering an expanded lineup with even more local vendors than last year. Escape the cold to shop for fresh produce and artisan goods in the cozy indoor hall, all while enjoying the unique opportunity to sip on a craft beer as … |
6 events,Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes at Joyful Music, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course!). It’s so much fun you … 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.
$3
Enjoy a weekly film in the Senior Center library — relax, socialize, and unwind. |
5 events,Travel by motor coach to Castleton Banquet Center in Windham, NH for a plated luncheon featuring Chicken Parm or Vegetable Lasagna, followed by an exciting Viva Las Vegas Tribute Show starring Dan Fontaine. Tickets go on sale February 6 — don’t miss this high-energy afternoon of music and fun!
$123
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! Join us on Thursday, September 18, 2:00–3:00 PM at the MCOA/Senior Center for our monthly LGBTQ+ Meet & Greet. This group is designed to ensure LGBTQIA+ members feel welcome, supported, and connected. The gathering meets the third Thursday of each month from 2–3 PM. Facilitated by Janice Cole.
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Join artist Edward Rocha for an immersive Paint & Sip experience as we recreate a romantic rainy Parisian street scene! Escape to Paris for an evening! Join artist Edward Rocha for an immersive Paint & Sip experience as we recreate a romantic rainy Parisian street scene, brushstroke by brushstroke. This class is designed for all skill levels! What's included: …
$65
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3 events,Join Rosemary at Clay Dreams in Arlington for ceramics fun. Transportation available; van departs at 9:45 AM. $6 per class + cost of materials.
$6
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.
Free
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Join us for the opening reception of Defunded/Defunked!—an energetic and thought-provoking exhibition curated by and featuring artists from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University. This exhibition explores what it means to create, resist, and find joy within systems shaped by scarcity, excess, and shifting cultural values. Through humor, irreverence, and experimentation … “Defunded/Defunked!” Exhibition Opening Reception Read More »
Free
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5 events,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+.
Free
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 …
Free
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To join the monthly meetings of the New England chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, please contact the society on their website. |
3 events,
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Settle into a meditative Sunday morning at Arts Collaborative Medford with Hendrik, who leads this sound bath using gong and singing bowls to create long, resonant tones intended to support relaxation, reflection, and a restorative state. What’s a Soundbath? A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax, to spiritually heal, and …
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Explore cyanotype beyond paper and into textiles in this hands-on workshop focused on printing on fabric! During this class, students will learn the cyanotype process through hands-on experiments starting on paper and small fabric samples, building an understanding of exposure, composition, and material differences. Then we’ll transition into larger and wearable fabrics, using textiles participants …
$75
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WuZee is Tufts' only Chinese fusion dance group which creates a unique style by combining traditional Chinese dance with a variety of contemporary elements. Founded in 2014, WuZee has committed to displaying the rich diversity of Chinese culture through our annual showcases. Our previous performances - Through the Looking Glass (2017), Vermillion (2018), Beyond the … |
8 events,Join Rosa on Mondays at 10:00 AM for gentle yoga designed to increase flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Cost: $5 per class.
$5
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Celebrate Patriots’ Day with us in Historic Medford Square! Join us on Monday, April 20 starting at 10:15am with the Sarah Bradlee Fulton statue dedication at City Hall and leading into festivities for all ages in the Square at 11am. Around noon, Paul Revere arrives on horseback with stops at Captain Hall’s former home at … Patriots’ Day 2026: Revere’s Ride – Medford Pride Read More »
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Join the community on Patriot’s Day for the unveiling of a new statue honoring Sarah Bradlee Fulton, Medford’s own heroic patriot of the American Revolution. This special ceremony celebrates her legacy and contributions to American independence in the heart of the city she called home. This long-anticipated project was initiated and led by Laura Duggan … |
3 events,Join Midwife, Artist and Mother Nerida Ackland in this 6 week creative art journaling group. Maternal Journal is a global movement providing a creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood. Explore identity and the transitions of this season. Create community and connect. Take this time for yourself and …
Free
Discover the world each week on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM through engaging talks on different countries and cultures, hosted by Ariane. This free program brings global perspectives right to the Senior Center.
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Trade your usual Tuesday for a brush, a canvas, and a drink in hand. Paint Nite (Sip & Paint) brings a guided, step-by-step painting experience into a lively social setting — no experience required, just a willingness to have fun. Led by a local artist, you’ll create your own piece from start to finish while … Paint Nite (Sip & Paint) at the Great American Beer Hall Read More » |
7 events,Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes at Joyful Music, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course!). It’s so much fun you … 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.
$3
Enjoy a weekly film in the Senior Center library — relax, socialize, and unwind. |
4 events,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!
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Original Poetry Open MicHosted by Vijaya Sundaram, Medford Poet Laureate Emeritus (2023–2025)Featured Poet: Linda Haviland Conte & David P. Miller Suggested Donation: $5-$10 Poets, dreamers, and writers - we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem or story to read. We’ll provide a microphone and podium. --- Guest Poets: Linda … Original Poetry Open Mic with guest poets Linda Haviland Conte & David P. Miller Read More »
$5 – $10
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Get ready for a night of high-energy, laugh-out-loud comedy with Jim Breuer, bringing his Find The Funny tour to the Chevalier Theatre. A longtime stand-up favorite and former Saturday Night Live cast member, Breuer is known for his wild physical comedy, spot-on impressions, and storytelling that finds humor in everyday life. With a career spanning …
$55
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4 events,Join Rosemary at Clay Dreams in Arlington for ceramics fun. Transportation available; van departs at 9:45 AM. $6 per class + cost of materials.
$6
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.
Free
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Catch Tufts University TDPS’s performance of A Journal of the Plague Year, written by Shūji Terayama in collaboration with Rio Kishida, translated by Colleen Lanki and Keiko Tsuneda, and directed by August Kittleson as part of a senior thesis project in Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies.
$6.50
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4 events,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+.
Free
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 …
Free
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Join us for a hands-on, immersive workshop where nature becomes your creative partner. Botanical Eco Printing is a sustainable and beautiful way to transfer the natural pigments of leaves, flowers, and other plant materials onto fabric or paper using heat, moisture and pressure. No two prints are ever the same- each piece is a unique …
$30
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A one-day pop-up exhibition featuring artists from the Somerville Homeless Coalition! Free Entry | Cash-Only Sale | Food & Drinks Provided Join us for Torn Ticket II's spring mainstage, The Drowsy Chaperone! Ticket Options: Show 1 - 4/24, 10:00pm-11:55pm Show 2 - 4/26, 1:00pm-4:00pm Show 3 - 4/26, 7:00pm-10:00pm
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Catch Tufts University TDPS’s performance of A Journal of the Plague Year, written by Shūji Terayama in collaboration with Rio Kishida, translated by Colleen Lanki and Keiko Tsuneda, and directed by August Kittleson as part of a senior thesis project in Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies.
$2.5
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5 events,Join Rosa on Mondays at 10:00 AM for gentle yoga designed to increase flexibility, balance, and relaxation. Cost: $5 per class.
$5
Accessible yoga led by Rosa every Monday at 11:00 AM. Stretch, strengthen, and relax—perfect for all abilities. Cost: $3 per class.
$3
Step, shuffle, and turn to the music on Mondays at 12:45 PM with Julie Kaufmann. A lively class for exercise, rhythm, and fun. Cost: $3 per class.
$3
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3 events,Join Midwife, Artist and Mother Nerida Ackland in this 6 week creative art journaling group. Maternal Journal is a global movement providing a creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood. Explore identity and the transitions of this season. Create community and connect. Take this time for yourself and …
Free
Discover the world each week on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM through engaging talks on different countries and cultures, hosted by Ariane. This free program brings global perspectives right to the Senior Center.
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Join artist Edward Rocha for a bold, freeing night of abstract art! Join artist Edward Rocha for a bold, freeing night of abstract art. Trust your instincts and let the paint lead the way! Explore color, texture, and expression in a relaxed, welcoming environment. What's included: All painting materials provided Step-by-step guided instruction from Edward Rocha Cash …
$65
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8 events,Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes at Joyful Music, babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course!). It’s so much fun you … 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.
$3
Enjoy a weekly film in the Senior Center library — relax, socialize, and unwind. |
3 events,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 …
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Turn polymer clay into wearable art in this hands-on, creativity-packed class! In this polymer clay dangle earring workshop, you’ll design and create your own unique statement earrings from scratch—no experience needed. Learn essential techniques like color design, texturing, and precision cutting, then bring your pieces to life with curing and assembling your designs. Best of …
$40
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Celebrate the beloved cult classic with Napoleon Dynamite Live!, a one-of-a-kind event that brings the film to life on stage. The evening begins with a full screening of Napoleon Dynamite, followed by an interactive Q&A and comedy experience featuring fan-favorite cast members Jon Heder (Napoleon), Efren Ramirez (Pedro), and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico). Blending storytelling, … Napoleon Dynamite Live! – Film Screening & Interactive Q&A Read More »
$44
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2 events,Join Rosemary at Clay Dreams in Arlington for ceramics fun. Transportation available; van departs at 9:45 AM. $6 per class + cost of materials.
$6
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.
Free
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6 events,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+.
Free
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Clear out the cables, clothes, mystery electronics, and garage goblins while supporting the McGlynn and Andrews Middle School PTOs. This fundraiser collects electronics and textiles for responsible recycling and disposal, with fees based on item type. Accepted items include computers, laptops, tablets, audio equipment, gaming consoles, cameras, appliances, exercise equipment, and bagged textiles. Screenshot 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 …
Free
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