June 2024
Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library offers an evening drop-in time at the Makerspace specifically for adults. Tools and supplies are provided. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Kids Drawing Class
The Medford Public Library presents another drawing class for kids 8 to 12. All skill levels welcome. Supplies provided by the library. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Maker Night
The 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 different making tools. Space is limited and sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library offers a midday drop-in time at the Makerspace specifically for adults. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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.
Find out more »Advanced Crochet for Kids
The Medford Public Library presents an Advanced Crochet workshop for kids ages 8 to 12. This program is for kids who have already mastered the basics of crochet and are ready for a new challenge. Participants will make a mini amigurumi plushie. Supplies provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Pride Paper Flower Crown Craft for Adults
The Medford Public Library invites you to celebrate Pride by making a special paper flower crown in this Pride Month class in the Makerspace. Register though the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Matt Heaton Singalong
Join the hilarious and awesome Matt Heaton for his monthly singalong at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library. Get your toes tappin’ and your wombat dance ready! This program is designed for ages 0-3 but is fun for all!
Find out more »Introduction to PowerPoint
The Medford Public Library presents another session of its three-week Introduction to PowerPoint program offering a foundational understanding of Microsoft PowerPoint, the widely used presentation software. Led by Zoey Mills, Head of Reference Services, the program covers essential concepts such as creating slides; adding text, images, and multimedia elements; formatting slides for visual appeal; and utilizing basic animation and transition effects. Designed for beginners, the program provides hands-on practice and guidance to help participants develop confidence in using PowerPoint to…
Find out more »Art Smart for School-Aged Children
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of Art Smart, a program designed for school-aged children ages 5 and up. Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build and design as the class explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project.
Find out more »Paper Plants Workshop: Pitcher Plants
Have a black thumb or want to give a plant as a present and not have it die? Then come to this Medford Public Library workshop on creating a pitcher plant. You'll follow instructions as provided by the book "Handmade Houseplants: Remarkably Realistic Plants You Can Make with Paper" by Corrie Beth Hogg. All materials will be provided. Space is limited; register through the library's online calendar. Note: This workshop was postponed from its original date of May 30.
Find out more »Mystery Book Club for Teens: Gideon Green in Black and White
The Medford Public Library's Mystery Book Club for Teens meets to discuss "Gideon Green in Black and White" by Katie Henry. A copy of the book may be picked up in the Teen Section up to one month before the meeting. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »LGBTQ+ Book Group: Untamed
The Medford Public Library's LGBTQ+ Book Group meets to discuss "Untamed" by Glennon Doyle, part of the city's Pride Month programs. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Call the library at 781-395-7950 to have a copy put on hold for you. RSVP for the book group meeting through the library's online calendar. All are welcome to read and discuss literary and nonfiction works by and about the LGBTQ+ community, from classics to contemporary titles.
Find out more »Motherlove Panel Discussion
The New England Innocence Project and the Medford Public Library are teaming up to honor the mothers who have supported, loved, and struggled for their dear sons and daughters behind bars. All are welcome to attend this event, inspired by Jean Trounstine’s new book "Motherlove," which includes 10 short stories, each about a mother coping with the aftermath of her teen killing another teen. Donations made at the event will support the work of the New England Innocence Project, helping wrongfully…
Find out more »Circle Time Story Time – Ages Birth to 2
The Medford Family Network hosts Circle Time Story Time for children ages birth to 2 at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library. Led by Miss Andrea Breen, the session features story telling, music and movement, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page; subscribe to the MFN weekly e-newsletter or check back here closer to the date for the link.
Find out more »Coffee and Books
Join Medford Public Library Director Barbara Kerr in Bonsignore Hall for coffee and a discussion of new and interesting books. No assigned reading or registration required, just drop in.
Find out more »Circle Time Story Time – Ages 2 to 5
The Medford Family Network presents Circle Time Story Time for children ages 2 to 5 at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library. Led by Miss Andrea Breen, the session features story telling, an art activity, music and movement, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page; subscribe to the MFN weekly e-newsletter or check back here closer to the date for the link.
Find out more »Saturday Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents a story hour for children ages 3 to 7, exploring 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.
Find out more »Chess in Medford Square
The Medford Chess Club invites you to its weekly meet-up in Medford Square, taking place in the second-floor gallery at the library. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome, but those under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult or mature older sibling. There are no membership dues or fees to play. Visit the club’s website…
Find out more »Sensory Storytime
The Medford Public Library presents Sensory Storytime for ages 3 to 7. 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 on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing challenges, ADHD, or have difficulty sitting through our other storytimes. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Intro to Crochet for Kids
The Medford Public Library presents an Introduction to Crochet class for kids ages 8 to 12. Learn the basics of crocheting and make something of your own to take home. Supplies provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Author Talk: Iris Glazner Leigh – Liza’s Secrets
The Medford Public Library welcomes Iris Glazner Leigh for a discussion of her new Cape Cod thriller, "Liza’s Secrets." Leigh is a retired international presenter on bullying prevention and an occupational therapy educator. She and her husband, Bill, reside on Cape Cod, where Iris finds inspiration in the gardens, endless beaches, and sand dunes. RSVP for her talk through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Intro to Machine Sewing for Kids
The Medford Public Library offers another Intro to Machine Sewing workshop for kids ages 8 to 12. Learn about how to use a sewing machine and make your own drawstring bag. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Middle School Chameleon: Pride Party Prep & Jackbox Games
Middle School Chameleon, the Medford Public Library’s drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6 to 8, meets in Bonsignore Hall. Today's topic is Pride Party Prep & Jackbox Games. Come chat, connect, do fun projects, and play games in a safe, open, and welcoming space. No one is required to disclose any aspect of their identity in order to be part of the group.
Find out more »Author Talk: Sarah Boyer – Coming Out, Becoming Ourselves
As part of the city's Pride Month events, the Medford Public Library presents an evening with author Sarah Boyer, who will talk about her work as the oral historian at the Cambridge Historical Commission and her new book, “Coming Out, Becoming Ourselves: Lesbian Stories from the Boston Daughters of Bilitis.” Founded in San Francisco in 1955, the Daughters of Bilitis was the first lesbian civil and political rights organization in the country. It was initially conceived as a social club for…
Find out more »Toddler Time
Join Toddler Time at the Medford Public Library and read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. Story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, all are invited to join a mini-play group too.
Find out more »Introduction to PowerPoint
The Medford Public Library presents the final session of its Introduction to PowerPoint program offering a foundational understanding of Microsoft PowerPoint, a widely used presentation software. Led by Zoey Mills, Head of Reference Services, the program covers essential concepts such as creating slides; adding text, images, and multimedia elements; formatting slides for visual appeal; and utilizing basic animation and transition effects. Designed for beginners, the program provides hands-on practice and guidance to help participants develop confidence in using PowerPoint to…
Find out more »Intro to Machine Sewing for Teens
The Medford Public Library is offering an Intro to Machine Sewing workshop for teens in grades 8 to 12. Learn how to use a sewing machine and sew a patchwork bookmark. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Library Digital Resources Workshop
The Medford Public Library presents another Digital Resources Workshop, teaching you how to access eBooks, audiobooks, streaming video and music, databases, and more. Your library card gives you access to language learning; lifelong learning; eBooks and audiobooks; streaming video; and cutting-edge scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles on just about any subject. All you need is your mobile device or laptop, library card, and library card password/PIN. If you don’t have one, you can get your library card password/PIN at the library…
Find out more »Library Database of the Month: Learning Express
Today's Medford Public Library Database of the Month session, led by Zoey Mills, head of Reference Services, will cover the Learning Express Library. Learning Express includes nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books. Covers job search and workplace skills improvement; skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science; career certification and licensure exam prep; college and grad school entrance test prep; GED test prep; and more. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Note: This program was rescheduled…
Find out more »Ants on a Log Pride Concert (Ages 4+)
The Medford Public Library is hosting a stop on Ants on a Log’s 2024 Pride Tour. Ants on a Log is the Philadelphia-based trio of elementary science teacher Anya Rose and music therapists Julie Be and Miles Crabtree. Blending their skills has enabled the group to reach beyond the usual scope of simple songs for children, tackling complex themes and embracing the full potential of a child’s ability to think and feel. Ants on a Log performs music for children…
Find out more »Library Role Playing Game Day
To celebrate Free RPG Day and collaborative storytelling games, the Medford Public Library is hosting “one-shot” role-playing game adventures run by volunteer “game masters” from the surrounding communities. Also for the occasion, the library is offering free adventure booklets and other materials (while supplies last), provided by friendly local game stores. GMs will be running adventures of their choosing in systems of their choosing. The games offered will be The Sablewood Messengers, a Daggerheart Quickstart Adventure; The Lost Mines of…
Find out more »Saturday Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents a story hour for children ages 3 to 7, exploring 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.
Find out more »Chess in Medford Square
The Medford Chess Club invites you to its weekly meet-up in Medford Square, taking place in the second-floor gallery at the library. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome, but those under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult or mature older sibling. There are no membership dues or fees to play. Visit the club’s website…
Find out more »Kinsey Scales Pride Concert
The Medford Public Library invites you to join Kinsey Scales — Boston's a cappella group for the queer community — on a journey through the ins and outs of love this Pride Month. They'll perform a cappella arrangements of music from a wide range of artists including Lil Nas X, the Spice Girls, Corook, Alessia Cara, and more. Founded in 2017, Kinsey Scales is oriented toward providing a supportive community and a safer space for the performance of a cappella…
Find out more »Mystic Makerspace: Costume Jewelry Repair/Reuse
The Mystic Makerspace presents a workshop on how to repair or repurpose your favorite costume jewelry. Learn how to re-string, replace clasps, or even do light soldering. Did you lose half of your favorite pair of earrings? Learn how to turn the half you have into a pendant or bracelet. For ages 16 and over. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. If the class is full, please email Molly Dunn of the library staff at mdunn@minlib.net to be added…
Find out more »Mystic Players Revival Impromptu Revue
Mystic Players Revival invites everyone to their second official event, another night of theater and community at the library. Bring a song, dance or monologue to perform, or just come and enjoy the fun. Open to ages 10 to 100, but children must be accompanied by a legal guardian. RSVP by email to mysticplayersrevival@gmail.com or by text message to 781-799-4373. Mystic Players Revival is nonprofit organization created by a group of Medford residents looking to bring back a community theatre…
Find out more »High School Chameleon: Pride Party Prep & Jackbox Games
High School Chameleon, the Medford Public Library’s drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 9 to 12, meets in Bonsignore Hall. Today's topic is Pride Party Prep & Jackbox Games. With a focus on a different theme each month, come chat, connect, do fun projects, and play games in a safe, open, and welcoming space. No one is required to disclose any aspect of their identity in order to be part of the group.
Find out more »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library hosts an evening drop-in time in the Makerspace specifically for adults. Tools and supplies are provided. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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.
Find out more »Writers’ Workshop
The Medford Public Library hosts the monthly meeting of its Writers’ Workshop. The group, which usually meets on the last Wednesday of the month, is always looking for new members so join the group to meet fellow writers and get feedback on your work. If you have questions about the group, please contact David Chia at duuchia@gmail.com.
Find out more »Toddler Time
Join Toddler Time at the Medford Public Library and read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. Story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, all are invited to join a mini-play group too.
Find out more »Art Smart for School-Aged Children
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of Art Smart, a program designed for school-aged children ages 5 and up. Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build and design as the class explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project.
Find out more »Reading with Ryan for Beginning Readers
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of "Reading with Ryan" for beginning readers. Ryan, the coolest dog around, loves when people read to him. If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Ryan. Pick your favorite book and schedule a 15-minute reading spot to hang out with Ryan, who just NEEDS to hear you read. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Bad Art Night
The Medford Public Library presents another Teen Bad Art Night for teens in grades 6 to 12. It’s paint night with a twist: Will you paint happy little trees or happy little accidents? Follow along with a paint tutorial and a huge secret obstacle in your way. Space is limited and sign-up is required through the library's online calendar. Questions? Contact Nicole Perrault of the library staff at nperrault@minlib.net or 781-475-5735.
Find out more »Here’s Early Wellington: A Community Focused on Success
Medford historian Dee Morris's summer walking tour this year will feature the Wellington neighborhood. Tonight at the library Dee provides an overview of this most eastern part of Medford, which honors the Wellington brothers who farmed the land in 1819. Over time, the pair transformed the fields into a neat grid of numbered streets. These new house lots attracted craftsmen, business types and educators who enjoyed being close to Boston. The Wellington Gun Club offered shooting contests on fertile marshes…
Find out more »Sidewalk Chalk Art for All Ages
The Medford Public Library invites you to gather outside by the Cummings Terrace patio for some tape resist sidewalk chalk art! Participants will color until the entire sidewalk is full – just drop on by! All chalk will be provided. Rain date is Friday, July 26.
Find out more »Teen Graphic Novel Book Club: Cooking With Monsters
The Medford Public Library presents its Teen Graphic Novel Book Club, for teens in grades 6 and up. Being discussed today in the Youth Services Program Room will be "Cooking With Monsters" by Jordan Alsaqa. This book is available for pickup in the Teen Section. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »July 2024
Exhibition Opening: Lakota YouthStay – New Experiences, Clarity of Vision
The July art exhibition at the Medford Public Library, “New Experiences, Clarity of Vision,” will feature works from participants in the Lakota YouthStay cultural exchange program. Since 2017, Oglala Lakota youth from the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota have visited Eastern Massachusetts each summer as part of the Lakota YouthStay, founded by Medford resident Joy Harris. In this exhibit, the youth and others tell the story of their experiences through the camera lens, creating a visual picture of what…
Find out more »Teen Intro to Procreate
The Medford Public Library is offering an Intro to Procreate workshop for teens in grades 6 to 12 . Learn how to draw on an iPad with this in-depth introduction to the digital drawing app. Popular with creative professionals and aspiring artists alike, Procreate has everything you need to create expressive sketches, paintings, illustrations and animations. It offers hundreds of handmade brushes, a suite of artistic tools, an advanced layer system, and the powerful Valkyrie graphics engine. Meets in the…
Find out more »Flower Arranging Class
The Medford Public Library presents a class on flower arranging with experts from Wright Locke Farm in Winchester. Come make your own locally grown flower arrangement. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist. Supported in part by a Medford Arts Council grant.
Find out more »Mystic Makerspace: Smash Book Scrapbooking
The Mystic Makerspace presents a workshop on smash book scrapbooking. Use old books, scrapbooking materials, ephemera and your own photos and keepsakes to create a smash book, which are an informal type of scrapbook that emphasizes creativity over perfection. For ages 16 and over. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. If the class is full, please email Molly Dunn of the library staff at mdunn@minlib.net to be added to the waitlist.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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.
Find out more »Saturday Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents a story hour for children ages 3 to 7, exploring 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.
Find out more »Spanish Fun Time (Ages 1-4)
The Medford Public Library is offering an eight-session course of Spanish lessons designed for children ages 1 to 4. Learn words and parts of Hispanic culture. Sessions will take place from 10:30 to 11 a.m. every Saturday from July 6 through August 24. Registration is required through the library's online calendar; completing the form there will sign up a participant for all eight sessions.
Find out more »Spanish Fun Time (Ages 5-11)
The Medford Public Library is offering an eight-session course of Spanish lessons designed for children ages 5 to 11. Learn words and parts of Hispanic culture. Sessions will take place from 11 to 11:45 a.m. every Saturday from July 6 through August 24. Registration is required through the library's online calendar; completing the form there will sign up a participant for all eight sessions.
Find out more »Teen Maker Monday
The Medford Public Library presents its Maker Monday workshop for teens in middle school and high school in the Maker Space. Learn and create with STEAM projects that everyone completes together. All materials provided. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library offers an evening drop-in time at the Makerspace specifically for adults. Tools and supplies are provided. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Kids Drawing Class
The Medford Public Library presents another drawing class for kids 8 to 12. All skill levels welcome. Supplies provided by the library. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Cookbook Club: East
The Medford Public Library invites you to the second meeting of its Cookbook Club, which is meeting monthly over the summer. This month's title is "East: 120 Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes from Bangalore to Beijing" by Meera Sodha. Register for the book club using the library's online calendar, then ask for your copy of the book at the circulation desk. Read it and pick one recipe to prepare and share with the group at tonight's meeting. The title for next…
Find out more »Royal Dance Party
Kids of all ages: Put on your favorite fancy outfit and join the Medford Public Library for a Royal Dance Party in Bonsignore Hall. Move and groove to all of your favorite, kid-friendly tunes. This is an all-ages, family fun event; registration is not required.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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.
Find out more »3D Printing Workshop for Teens
The Medford Public Library invites teens in middle school and high school to come learn about 3D printing and test the library’s 3D printers. Please note that because of how long it takes to print, you are not guaranteed to go home with a finished creation. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Artists Reception: Lakota YouthStay – New Experiences, Clarity of Vision
All are invited to a reception to meet the eight members of the 2024 Lakota YouthStay program whose works are on display this month in the Medford Public Library exhibition “New Experiences, Clarity of Vision.” Since 2017, Oglala Lakota youth from the Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota have visited Eastern Massachusetts each summer as part of the Lakota YouthStay cultural exchange program, founded by Medford resident Joy Harris. In this exhibit, the youth and others tell the story of…
Find out more »A Little Choctaw Music
The Medford Public Library invites you to the Jamaica Plain Saxophone Quartet’s performance of “A Little Choctaw Music” and other songs composed by Charles Shadle, music professor at MIT and an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. This concert will celebrate music and heritage.
Find out more »Matt Heaton Singalong
Join the hilarious and awesome Matt Heaton for his monthly singalong at the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library. Get your toes tappin’ and your wombat dance ready! This program is designed for ages 0-3 but is fun for all!
Find out more »Intro to Machine Sewing for Teens
The Medford Public Library is offering an Intro to Machine Sewing workshop for teens in grades 8 to 12. Learn how to use a sewing machine and sew a patchwork bookmark. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Bilingual Story Time: Song of the Chirimia
The Medford Public Library presents a bilingual story time for ages 5 and up with a reading of "The Song of the Chirimia," a beautiful Guatemalan folktale that tells the story of the “chirimia,” whose music is sweeter than even that of birds. The protagonists are a Mayan princess and a young man whose love for her sends him on a quest for the purest song in the woods. All Spanish levels are welcome to join in. Registration is required through…
Find out more »Family Maker Night
The Medford Public Library invites kids ages 8 to 12, accompanied by an adult, to come to the Maker Space and test out something new or work on a project of your own. A staff member will be on hand to help but it is YOUR design time. Come for the whole time or just stay for a little. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Crochet Club for Teens
The Medford Public Library hosts its Crochet Club for teens in middle school and high school. Come learn the basics of crocheting or work on an existing project. All skill levels are welcome. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Library Patio Concert: Occasional Brass
The Medford Public Library continues its summer series of outdoor concerts on the Cummings Terrace patio, presenting the Occasional Brass quintet. Free admission with no registration required. The final concert in the series will feature Pink Slip on Thursday, August 22.
Find out more »Saturday Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents a story hour for children ages 3 to 7, exploring 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.
Find out more »Chess in Medford Square
The Medford Chess Club invites you to its weekly meet-up in Medford Square, taking place in the second-floor gallery at the library. Please note the new time of 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., due to the library closing at 1 p.m. on Saturdays in July and August. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome, but those under…
Find out more »3D Printing Workshop for Kids
The Medford Public Library invites kids age 8 to 12 to come and learn about the process of 3D printing. Then, test out the library’s 3D printers to make something of your own. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. If the event is full, please email Sam Donahue, Senior Children's Librarian, at sdonahue@minlib.net to join the waitlist.
Find out more »Unbox Book Club for Teens
The Medford Public Library holds another session of the Unbox Book Club, its drop-in club for teens in grades 8 and up. Talk about all things books while unboxing the newest books in the Teen Section. You’ll get first dibs on a book before it goes on the shelves. Sign-up through the library's online calendar is encouraged but not required.
Find out more »Intro to Hand Sewing for Kids
The Medford Public Library presents another Introduction to Hand Sewing class for ages 8 to 12. Learn how to do some simple stitching and sew on a button as the class makes a felt coin purse together. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Maker Night
The 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 different making tools. Space is limited and sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library offers a midday drop-in time at the Makerspace specifically for adults. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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.
Find out more »Graphic Novel Workshop for Kids
The Medford Public Library presents a Graphic Novel Workshop for kids age 8 to 12 led by National Book Award finalist Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the popular "Lunch Lady" series. How do you organize visual ideas to tell a story? What’s the difference between a word balloon and a thought bubble? What are gutters and panels? The graphic novel format will be broken down, and participants will gain a deeper understanding of storytelling through comics. Krosoczka will also share…
Find out more »Adaptive Drama Club for Adults
The Medford Public Library hosts another session of the Adaptive Drama Club for Adults, which is meeting monthly over the summer. Drama Club participants will enjoy a fun-filled hour of developing skills in acting, singing and dancing as they learn about theater in group and individual activities. Social skills will also be taught and reinforced with “Ms. Jen’s Theatre Etiquette.” A typical class (one hour) includes a welcome circle; warm-ups; acting exercises; singing and dancing activities; rehearsal; and cool downs. Space is limited,…
Find out more »Zen Doodling Class
The Medford Public Library invites attendees to embark on a creative journey of self-expression and relaxation by participating in Zen Doodling, a program offering a tranquil and meditative exploration of the art of doodling. Participants will learn various techniques for creating intricate and mesmerizing doodle patterns, including repetitive shapes, lines, and designs. Through guided exercises and mindful practices, attendees will discover how to let go of stress and distractions, entering a state of flow as they immerse themselves in the…
Find out more »Climate Change Book Group: The Ministry for the Future
The Medford Public Library's Climate Change Book Group, "Planet and Pages," meets to discuss “The Ministry for the Future” by Kim Stanley Robinson. The novel uses fictional eyewitness accounts to tell the story of how climate change will affect us all. Stop by the library to snag your copy. Led by green entrepreneur Clare Flaherty, owner of Trove Green Provisions in Medford Hillside, the group reads both non-fiction and fiction books about climate change and explores topics such as global warming,…
Find out more »Toddler Time
Join Toddler Time at the Medford Public Library and read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. Story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, all are invited to join a mini-play group too.
Find out more »The Trolls and the Tree
The Medford Public Library presents a fun and engaging puppet show for ages 4 and up put on by Margaret Moody Puppets. "The Trolls and the Tree" tells the story of the Trolls, who are tasked with taking care of the fairies’ garden. While trying to move all of their stuff in, the Trolls realize there may not be enough room. The audience will have to help the Trolls decide what is more important: the toaster or the fairies’ cherished…
Find out more »Art Smart for School-Aged Children
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of Art Smart, a program designed for school-aged children ages 5 and up. Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build and design as the class explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project.
Find out more »Mystery Book Club for Teens: Pride and Premeditation
The Medford Public Library's Mystery Book Club for Teens meets to discuss "Pride and Premeditation" by Tirzah Price. A copy of the book may be picked up in the Teen Section. Sign-up for today's meeting is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Library Digital Resources Workshop
The Medford Public Library presents its monthly Digital Resources Workshop, teaching you how to access eBooks, audiobooks, streaming video and music, databases, and more. Your library card gives you access to language learning; lifelong learning; eBooks and audiobooks; streaming video; and cutting-edge scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles on just about any subject. All you need is your mobile device or laptop, library card, and library card password/PIN. If you don’t have one, you can get your library card password/PIN at the…
Find out more »Saturday Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents a story hour for children ages 3 to 7, exploring 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.
Find out more »Chess in Medford Square
The Medford Chess Club invites you to its weekly meet-up in Medford Square, taking place in the second-floor gallery at the library. Please note the new time of 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., due to the library closing at 1 p.m. on Saturdays in July and August. The club has chess sets, chess clocks, and helpful members to teach you the rules if you're new to the game. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome, but those under…
Find out more »Sustainable Fashion Workshop for Teens
The Medford Public Library presents a Sustainable Fashion Workshop for teens in middle school and high school. Do you care about the environment and human rights? Do you want to be a part of a collective voice for positive change? This workshop will teach you about sustainable fashion and how you can get involved. You'll receive some sustainable fashion ideas an engage in an interactive and creative project where you can contribute your voice and creative ideas and learn how…
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session explores 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.
Find out more »Swiftie Crafternoon for Kids
The Medford Public Library is having a Swiftie-themed crafternoon for ages 8 to 12! Listen to Taylor Swift music (Taylor’s version only) while making Swiftie-themed crafts – friendship bracelets, bookmarks, stickers, and more. Meets in the Maker Space. All materials provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. If the event is full, please email Sam Donahue, Senior Children's Librarian, at sdonahue@minlib.net to join the waitlist.
Find out more »Mystic Players Revival Impromptu Revue
Mystic Players Revival invites everyone to their third impromptu revue, this one with two themes: Miscast and Eras of Mystic Players. Perform a song or monologue from a role you might not traditionally be cast in, or perform a song or monologue from a show that takes place in the 1970s-2000s or was done by the Mystic Players. Open to ages 10 to 100, but children must be accompanied by a legal guardian. RSVP by email to mysticplayersrevival@gmail.com or by text…
Find out more »Library Database of the Month: Ancestry
Today's Medford Public Library Database of the Month session, led by Zoey Mills, head of Reference Services, will cover Ancestry Library, the library edition of the popular genealogy subscription. It offers thousands of family history databases, including vital records, census records, ship passenger lists, military records and lots more. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Toddler Time
Join Toddler Time at the Medford Public Library and read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. Story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, all are invited to join a mini-play group too.
Find out more »Library Tour for Seniors
Medford seniors: Do you want to get to know the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library building? Or do you need transportation there? Sign up for a guided tour of the library led by Zoey Mills, head of reference services. Explore the library's spaces such as the Local History Room, Tech Lab, and Maker Space. At the end of the tour, Zoey will give a brief overview on how to use Libby, hoopla, and Kanopy on your smart devices…
Find out more »Reading with Ryan for Beginning Readers
The Medford Public Library presents another edition of "Reading with Ryan" for beginning readers. Ryan, the coolest dog around, loves when people read to him. If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Ryan. Pick your favorite book and schedule a 15-minute reading spot to hang out with Ryan, who just NEEDS to hear you read. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Swiftie Craft Night for Teens
The Medford Public Library invites teens in middle and high school to a Taylor Swift-themed craft night. Watch music videos while making Swiftie- themed crafts – friendship bracelets, bookmarks, stickers, and more. Meets in the Maker Space. All materials provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Faith and Film: Where Olive Trees Weep
Sanctuary United Church of Christ and Hillside Community Church present a Faith and Film series program at the library featuring the movie "Where Olive Trees Weep." The feature-length documentary, released in June, offers a window into Palestinian resilience under Israeli occupation, following journalists and activists amidst trauma, land confiscation, and oppression, while questioning the oppressor’s ruthless blindness to its own cruelty. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the film (1 hour, 43 minutes long) will begin at 6. A facilitated…
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