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May 2025
Into the Woods Jr.
The Medford Middle Schools Drama Club presents the third of four performances of "Into the Woods Jr.," a new take on Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make. The musical features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in a lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors through event web page.…
Find out more »Author Storytime: Lorena Prioa – How to Make a Sandwich
Moon and Back Bookstore presents a storytime with local author Lorena Prioa as she shares her book "How to Make a Sandwich." The book is the first in a series about a creative little girl, Rae, and her dog Phoebe. Rae knows making a sandwich is fun and easy. The bread is like the parents, it keeps the sandwich safe and happy. The turkey is the love, the lettuce is the fun. But every time Rae adds an ingredient, it…
Find out more »Fireside Ensemble: Classical Night at the Movies
The Fireside Ensemble, led by founder and violinist Jess Lin of Medford, returns to the First Baptist Church of Medford for a Classical Night at the Movies concert. Enjoy a fun chamber music concert featuring famous movie tunes from "Star Wars," "Mulan," "Jurassic Park," "The Lion King" and more, plus a theatrical classical work by Antonin Dvořák with tunes that rival the modern cinema. The event is friendly to all ages, low-key and casual. Free admission; suggested donation of $10,…
Find out more »Into the Woods Jr.
The Medford Middle Schools Drama Club presents the fourth and final performance of "Into the Woods Jr.," a new take on Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make. The musical features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in a lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors through event web page.…
Find out more »Shiver + 3 Bands at Deep Cuts
The Salem indie rock band Shiver comes to Deep Cuts to celebrate the May 16 release of their new album "Topsfield Fair." They'll play songs from the album as well as a few oldies. Also performing: Oldsoul, Mallcops, and Coupons (from Albany, N.Y.) Tickets are $15 through Dice.
Find out more »June 2025
Pride Pop-Up at AMC Gift Shop
Arts Collaborative Medford kicks off Pride Month with a Pride Pop-Up, a celebration of local queer artists and the diverse, powerful voices that shape our community. This special event showcases an inspiring group of artists working across a range of mediums — from ceramics, jewelry, illustration, stickers, paintings, stickers — all by LGBTQ+ artists based right here in our city. More than just an art show, the Pride Pop-Up is a space for connection, visibility, and empowerment. A portion of…
Find out more »Italian Festival
Comites Boston and the Consulate General of Italy in Boston are presenting an Italian Festival in conjunction with Festa della Repubblica Italiana, the Italian National Day and Republic Day celebrated each June 2. The event will feature live music, a beer and wine garden, food vendors, children's attractions, and family friendly entertainment. More details will be announced.
Find out more »Stained Glass Suncatcher Workshop
EventThem Studios continues its Sunday at the Studios program with a Stained Glass Suncatcher Workshop led by Kanch by Kolika. Learn the Tiffany-style copper foil method while creating a one-of-a-kind stained glass suncatcher. No prior experience needed — just bring your creativity and explore the beauty of color, light, and texture. Cost is $105. Purchase tickets through the event web page.
Find out more »Jacinda Ardern: A Different Kind of Power
Chevalier Theatre welcomes former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern for a talk on her memoir, "A Different Kind of Power," being released this week by Penguin Random House. In January 2017, Ardern was elected the 40th prime minister of New Zealand at age 37, becoming the youngest to hold that post in more than 150 years. She held the post until January 2023, exemplifying a new kind of leadership — proving that leaders can be caring, empathetic, and effective.…
Find out more »Tufts Sunday Concert: Anticipation
The Tufts Sunday Concert Series concludes with the program "Anticipation," featuring Early Music by Jacob Kremberg, Johann Schenk, and J.P. Rameau with Pamela Dellal, voice Catherine Liddell, Baroque lute and theorbo; Frances Conover Fitch, harpsichord; and Jane Hershey, viola da gamba. Free to the public with no tickets required; also viewable via Tufts Music Live Streaming. Note: This program was rescheduled from its original date of February 9.
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