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The Ford Tavern

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61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
781-874-0406 https://www.thefordtavern.com/

July 2022

Kids’ Art Brunch

Sunday, July 31, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern, a new restaurant on Locust Street, is hosting a Kids' Art Brunch led by Medford-based teacher Sabrina Huether. Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious meal together, then send the kids to a cozy corner to engage in a painting project they can take home. For $15 per child, you get a kids brunch meal, a glass of juice, and a dessert, plus the opportunity to create art with other children. Tickets are only required for…

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August 2022

Back to School Kids’ Art Brunch

Sunday, August 21, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting a Back to School Kids' Art Brunch led by Medford-based teacher Sabrina Huether. Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious meal together, then send the kids to a cozy corner to engage in a painting project they can take home. For $15 per child, you get a kids brunch meal, a glass of juice, and a dessert, plus the opportunity to create art with other children. Sabrina will teach kids about color theory, lead…

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October 2022

Kids’ Fall Art Brunch

Sunday, October 9, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting a Kids' Fall Art Brunch led by Medford-based teacher Sabrina Huether. Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious meal together, then send the kids to a cozy corner to engage in an art project they can take home. For $15 per child, you get a kids brunch meal, a glass of juice, and a dessert, plus the opportunity to create art with other children. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10.…

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Three at Home at The Ford

Friday, October 28, 2022 @ 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern presents Friday night live music with Three at Home. If Bruce Springsteen and Sara Bareilles formed a duo, put it through a Black Keys fuzz pedal, and added the blues and harmonies that made Fleetwood Mac famous, you would get Three At Home: Dann Russo on vocals and guitar, Mary Casiello on vocals and keys, and Kari Paisley-Flango on drums. No cover.  

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November 2022

The Ford Jazz Brunch with Raleigh Green

Sunday, November 6, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to a Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring live music by the all-talented Raleigh Green. Have a bite to eat, try one of the restaurant's delicious new cocktails, and enjoy classic jazz meeting current day.  

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The Lied To’s at The Ford

Friday, November 11, 2022 @ 9:30 pm - 11:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Lied To's—the folk duo of Doug Kwartler and Susan Levine—perform at The Ford Tavern. Stop in for a bite to eat, one of the restaurant's delicious new cocktails, and top-flight live entertainment.  

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Stone Foundation at The Ford

Saturday, November 12, 2022 @ 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Stone Foundation—the duo of Don Schulze and Marcello Sessa—will fill The Ford Tavern with rock anthems and classics from the 1960s to the 2000s. Stop in for some tasty bites, crisp brews, hearty spirits, and your favorite hits, a la acoustic.  

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Kids’ Art Brunch

Sunday, November 13, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

Back by popular demand, The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch led by Medford-based teacher Sabrina Huether. Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious meal together, then send the kids to a cozy corner to engage in an art project they can take home. For $15 per child, you get a kids brunch meal, a glass of juice, and a dessert, plus the opportunity to create art with other children. The event is aimed toward kids age…

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December 2022

Luke DeRoy Trio at The Ford Tavern

Friday, December 2, 2022 @ 9:00 pm - 11:45 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern kicks of another month of live music with the Luke DeRoy Trio: folk singer/guitarist DeRoy, bassist Josh Hirst, and drummer Ian Haas. DeRoy is a Berklee College of Music graduate who has performed at the Riverside Plaza Nights concert series and at the Medford Farmers Market.    

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Mike Gacek at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, December 3, 2022 @ 9:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Lowell singer-songwriter Mike Gacek provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern. Gacek's voice has been compared to that of Darius Rucker and Bob Seger. Ranging from a growl to a twang, Gacek has “an earthy, organic sound that forges the personality of each song while tugging the ear’s attention,” wrote Bill Copeland of Music News.    

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The Ford Jazz Brunch with Raleigh Green

Sunday, December 4, 2022 @ 12:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern presents another a Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring live music by the all-talented Raleigh Green. Have a bite to eat, try one of the restaurant's delicious new cocktails, and enjoy classic jazz meeting current day.  

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Ethan Robbins at The Ford Tavern

Friday, December 9, 2022 @ 9:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Multi-instrumentalist Ethan Robbins provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern. Robbins plays guitar, violin, mandolin, piano and bass, and sings bluegrass, folk and rock music. He has played with many bands in the Boston area, most recently the Americana group Cold Chocolate.    

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Red Van Jazz Band at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, December 10, 2022 @ 9:00 pm - 11:45 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Red Van Jazz Band & Co. brings their wide range of jazz and vocal expertise to The Ford Tavern.

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Kids’ Art Brunch

Sunday, December 11, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

Back again by popular demand, The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch led by Medford-based teacher Sabrina Huether. Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious meal together, then send the kids to a cozy corner to engage in an art project they can take home. For $15 per child, you get a kids brunch meal, a glass of juice, and a dessert, plus the opportunity to create art with other children. The event is aimed toward kids…

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Honest Mechanik at The Ford Tavern

Friday, December 16, 2022 @ 9:00 pm - 11:45 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern welcomes Honest Mechanik, the Medford indie-pop duo of Susan Cattaneo and Paul Hansen. The pair have created a sound that has a warm folk familiarity featuring quirky lyrics and ear-worm melodies.  

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Jennifer Truesdale, Joe Musella at The Ford

Saturday, December 17, 2022 @ 9:30 pm - 12:00 am
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Head over to The Ford Tavern for a bite to eat, one of the restaurant's delicious new cocktails, and live entertainment by singer Jennifer Truesdale and long-time musical partner Joe Musella on guitar. With their wide range of genre expertise, there will certainly be something for everyone to jam out to.

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The Ford Jazz Brunch with Raleigh Green

Sunday, December 18, 2022 @ 12:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern presents another a Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring live music by the all-talented Raleigh Green. Have a bite to eat, try one of the restaurant's delicious new cocktails, and enjoy classic jazz meeting current day.  

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January 2023

The Lied To’s at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, January 14, 2023 @ 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Lied To's — the folk duo of Doug Kwartler and Susan Levine with a wide range of genre expertise — return to perform at The Ford Tavern. Reservations recommended if you plan to have dinner.  

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Three Day Threshold at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, January 21, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Three Day Threshold provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern. Led by founding member Byrnes, the trio plays everything from Americana, rock and Celtic to country, bluegrass and even gypsy jazz. Reservations recommended if you plan to have dinner.  

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Corin Ashley at The Ford Tavern

Sunday, January 22, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Singer/songwriter Corin Ashley provides some Sunday afternoon music at The Ford Tavern. Ashley led Boston mod-pop heroes The Pills in the 2000s and was touring bass player for seminal chamber-pop band Cardinal. He recovered from a 2016 stroke to record the album "Broken Biscuits" as well as to performing live.

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Erin Og at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, January 28, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Erin Og, Boston's Irish Rebel Band, has the honor of being the first Irish music band to perform at The Ford Tavern, which opened last August and is regularly presenting live music nights. Erin Og features Medford's own Bobby Mullis, a founding member, on vocals and tin whistle, Stephen Gill  on vocals and guitar, and Stuart Peak on mandolin/banjo/guitar. Reservations recommended if you plan to have dinner.

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Kids’ Art Brunch

Sunday, January 29, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

Back again by popular demand, The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch led by Medford-based teacher Sabrina Huether. Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious meal together, then send the kids to a cozy corner to engage in an art project they can take home. For $15 per child, you get a kids brunch meal, a glass of juice, and a dessert, plus the opportunity to create art with other children. The event is aimed toward kids…

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February 2023

Irish Whispa at The Ford Tavern

Friday, February 3, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Irish Whispa the Band provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern. Brien Connolly heads the group on guitar and lead vocals, backed by Kevin Shea, Rob Anderson and Michael Moriarty. Their style is influenced by the Dubliners, Wolfetones, Pogues, Irish Rovers, Clancy Brothers, Christy Moore, and many others.  

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Three at Home at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, February 18, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Three at Home provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern. If Bruce Springsteen and Sara Bareilles formed a duo, put it through a Black Keys fuzz pedal, and added the blues and harmonies that made Fleetwood Mac famous, you would get Three At Home. They are Dann Russo (vocals, guitar), Mary Casiello (vocals, keys) and Kari Paisley-Flango (vocals, drums).

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Princess and Superhero Dinner at The Ford

Tuesday, February 21, 2023 @ 6:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to meet your favorite princess and superhero characters during dinner. Costumes are encouraged. Make a reservation to ensure seating.  

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March 2023

Erin Og at The Ford

Saturday, March 4, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Erin Og, led by founding member Bobby Mullis of Medford, provides an evening of Celtic music at The Ford Tavern. Backing Mullis (vocals, tin whistle) are Stephen Gill (vocals, guitar) and Stuart Peak (mandolin, banjo, guitar).

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Irish Whispa at The Ford Tavern

Thursday, March 9, 2023 @ 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern continues its March Irish music offerings, welcoming back Irish Whispa the Band. Brien Connolly heads the group on guitar and lead vocals, backed by Kevin Shea, Rob Anderson and Michael Moriarty. Their style is influenced by the Dubliners, Wolfetones, Pogues, Irish Rovers, Clancy Brothers, Christy Moore, and many others.  

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Abbott Street String Band at The Ford

Sunday, March 12, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Irish music month continues at The Ford Tavern with the Abbott Street String Band. This group of local old time players formed at an Abbott Street residence during the pandemic. They feature acoustic instruments such as banjos, fiddles and guitars, groove on the melodies of traditional fiddle tunes, dances and reels.  

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The Silver Spears at The Ford

Thursday, March 16, 2023 @ 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Silver Spears from Quincy take the stage as Irish music month continues at The Ford Taven. Hear traditional Irish music by Tim O’Leary, Brendan McHugh, Ron DiPerri and Larry Reynolds.

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Eamonn Sheehan Irish Session at The Ford

Friday, March 17, 2023 @ 2:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern presents the first of two Irish sessions for St. Patrick's Day, this one with Eamonn Sheehan. The day's second Irish session will be with James and Roisin Kelly at 7 tonight. On Saturday, March 18, The Ford will present an Irish session with Savage Cabbage at 8 p.m. And throughout St. Patrick's Day weekend, there will be performances by the Goulding School of Irish Dance.    

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James and Roisin Kelly Irish Session at The Ford

Friday, March 17, 2023 @ 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern presents the second of two Irish sessions for St. Patrick's Day, this one with James and Roisin Kelly. On Saturday, March 18, The Ford will present an Irish session with Savage Cabbage at 8 p.m. And throughout St. Patrick's Day weekend, there will be performances by the Goulding School of Irish Dance.    

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Savage Cabbage Irish Session at The Ford

Saturday, March 18, 2023 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern continues its St. Patrick's Day weekend program of Irish music with an Irish session with Savage Cabbage. Also,  throughout St. Patrick's Day weekend, there will be performances by the Goulding School of Irish Dance.  

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Shelagh Rose at The Ford

Sunday, March 19, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Shelagh Rose — the duo of Shelagh O'Brien and Jordan Quigley — will provide an afternoon of Irish music during the Sunday brunch at The Ford Tavern.  

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April 2023

Red Van Jazz Band at The Ford

Saturday, April 1, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Red Van Jazz Band & Co. returns to The Ford with their wide range of jazz and vocal expertise, joined tonight by special guest The Turn.  

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Princess, Prince and Superhero Dinner at The Ford

Tuesday, April 18, 2023 @ 6:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to meet your favorite princess and superhero characters during dinner. Come dressed as your favorite princess, prince, or superhero for a fun-filled themed evening. Reservations not required by highly suggested through the Ford's website.  

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Wonder FM at The Ford

Thursday, April 27, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Eric Grava's Wonder FM provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern, playing classic hits and some originals too.  

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May 2023

An Evening with Sinatra at The Ford

Thursday, May 4, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern presents a evening of Frank Sinatra music with Rich DiMare and the Ron Poster Trio. Be transported back to the days of the Rat Pack with DiMare, a jazz singer who specializes in the Sinatra songbook, and Poster, the organist for the Boston Bruins, performing some of Sinatra's greatest hits. Tickets are $25 through Eventbrite.    

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Katie O’Brien Duo at The Ford

Sunday, May 7, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Katie O'Brien Duo — O'Brien and Joe Sabourin — presents an evening of acoustic music on the patio at The Ford Tavern. O'Brien is the head voice instructor at LB Music School in Medford.    

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Eamonn Sheehan at The Ford

Thursday, May 11, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Eamonn Sheehan provides tonight's live music at The Ford Tavern.

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T-Swift Bracelet Making Night

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to a T-Swift Bracelet Making Night. Have a blast making those TikTok-famous Taylor Swift friendship bracelets at a complementary craft station. The Ford will provide all the materials you and your kids need to make fun wrist art and show your love for Taylor while listening to a specially-curated TAY-list. Tay-Tay’s favorite food (chicken tenders) will be on the menu, as well as a fun surprise addition to the cocktail list. Reservations recommended through The…

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Boston’s Erin Og at The Ford

Saturday, May 20, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to celebrate the restaurant's first birthday with Boston's Erin Og, led by founding member Bobby Mullis of Medford, providing live Celtic music. Backing Mullis (vocals, tin whistle) are Stephen Gill (vocals, guitar) and Stuart Peak (mandolin, banjo, guitar). Reservations are not required but are highly encouraged.  

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, May 21, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, drink, and a dessert, plus a teacher-led art project. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until noon, and at 1 p.m. until 2:30. Register children through The Ford's website for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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June 2023

Drag Queen Bingo at The Ford

Thursday, June 1, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$7

The Ford Tavern kicks off Pride Month with another night of Drag Queen Bingo with Patty Bouree featuring bingo, music, food, cocktails and prizes. Tickets are $7 and may be purchased through the event page on The Ford's website.

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, June 4, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, drink, and a dessert, plus a teacher-led art project. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until noon, and at 1 p.m. until 2:30. Register children through The Ford's website for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Kids’ Karaoke Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, June 25, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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School's out for summer, so The Ford Tavern invites you to celebrate with a Kids' Kraoke Brunch for teens, tweens, and kiddos. Great for all ages, right up to 18. Reservations not required, but suggested, through The Ford's website.

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Karaoke Night at The Ford

Thursday, June 29, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to the event you've been waiting for: Adult Karaoke Night! Come enjoy some delicious food and handcrafted cocktails all while having your 15 minutes of fame. No fee to perform. Reservations not required, but suggested, through The Ford's website.    

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July 2023

Boston’s Erin Og at The Ford

Saturday, July 15, 2023 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Boston's Erin Og, everyone's favorite Irish rebel band, returns to The Ford Tavern for a night of live Celtic music. Led by founding member Bobby Mullis of Medford (vocals, tin whistle) and backed by Stephen Gill (vocals, guitar) and Stuart Peak (mandolin, banjo, guitar). Reservations are not required but are suggested.  

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, July 16, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until noon, and at 1 p.m. until 2:30. Register children through The Ford's website for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Disney Night at The Ford

Tuesday, July 18, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Disney Night at The Ford Tavern will feature character appearances, face painting for kids (5 p.m.), Disney trivia for adults (8 p.m.), prizes and giveaways, themed cocktails, and a live Disney podcast recording with Kristen Granara. Costumes are encouraged for all. Hours are 4 to 7 p.m. for kids activities and 7 to 10 p.m. for adult activities. Reservations are not required but are highly suggested through The Ford's website.  

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August 2023

Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, August 20, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until noon, and at 1 p.m. until 2:30. Register children through The Ford's website for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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September 2023

Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, September 17, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Katie O’Brien Duo at The Ford

Sunday, September 17, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Katie O'Brien Duo — O'Brien and Joe Sabourin — returns to The Ford Tavern for an afternoon of live music. O'Brien is the head voice instructor at LB Music School in Medford.    

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October 2023

Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, October 15, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Eric Grava at The Ford

Thursday, October 19, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Start off the spooky season with live music by singer/songwriter Eric Grava from WonderFM at The Ford Tavern. Costumes aren't required, but an added bonus! Table reservations recommended through The Ford's website.  

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Harry Potter Party at The Ford

Tuesday, October 24, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Going to see the award-winning "Potted Potter" show being presented at Chevalier Theatre this week, or just LOVE Harry Potter? Stop by The Ford Tavern for a Harry-themed evening. Enjoy Hogwarts trivia, kids activities, themed drinks, and prizes. Costumes are ALWAYS highly encouraged at The Ford!  

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November 2023

Boston’s Erin Og: Salute to Veterans at The Ford

Saturday, November 11, 2023 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern invites you to join us in Saluting our Veterans with live music from Irish band Boston's Erin Og. The band is led by founding member Bobby Mullis of Medford (vocals, tin whistle),  backed by Stephen Gill (vocals, guitar) and Stuart Peak (mandolin, banjo, guitar).  

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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December 2023

Zion Rodman & Friends at The Ford

Saturday, December 2, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford welcomes Zion Rodman and Friends for an evening of live music. Rodman is a versatile musician who spends most of his free time singing and playing the guitar, bass, piano and drums. He grew up on Cape Cod and lived in Boston, where he developed as a musician and recorded his first album and EP. He currently lives and performs in Chicago, and makes frequent visits to Massachusetts. Free admission for the music; table reservations recommended if you…

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CACHE Fundraiser at The Ford

Tuesday, December 12, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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CACHE — the Coalition for Arts, Culture, and a Healthy Economy in Medford — invites you to support its programs as well as a local restaurant by dining at The Ford Tavern today. CACHE will receive 15% of all food sales — dine in and take-out — between 3 and 10 p.m. to support CACHE's work, including the Circle the Square and Mystic River Celebration festivals and the Arts Across Medford online calendar. A coalition of nearly 30 cultural institutions…

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, December 17, 2023 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting another Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Kids’ Karaoke Party at The Ford

Thursday, December 28, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Not going away for school vacation? Looking for something to do with the kiddos? Stop by The Ford Tavern and join DJ Kevin for an afternoon of kids' karaoke to let their inner star shine. Make reservations through The Ford's website.

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January 2024

Erin Og at The Ford

Saturday, January 6 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Boston Irish rebel band Erin Og kicks off The Ford Tavern's 2024 live music season with a night of Celtic music. Led by founding member Bobby Mullis of Medford (vocals, tin whistle) and backed by Stephen Gill (vocals, guitar) and Stuart Peak (mandolin, banjo, guitar). Reservations are not required but are suggested.  

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Irish Session with Ellery Klein at The Ford

Sunday, January 7 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern introduces a new Session series being presented every Sunday. Today's Irish session will feature Medford fiddler Ellery Klein, accordion player Noel Scott, and a third performer to be announced. Upcoming sessions will be led by Chris Hersch on January 14 (old time music), John Coyne on January 21 (Irish music), and Matt and Shannon Heaton on January 28 (Irish music).      

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Old Time Session with Chris Hersch at The Ford

Sunday, January 14 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Chris Hersch takes the lead at today's new Sunday Session series at The Ford, playing old-time music. Upcoming Irish music sessions will be led by John Coyne on January 21, and by Matt and Shannon Heaton on January 28.      

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, January 21 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting its first Kids Art Brunch of the new year. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Irish Session with John Coyne at The Ford

Sunday, January 21 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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John Coyne takes the lead at today's new Sunday Session series at The Ford, playing Irish music. The next Irish session will be led by Matt and Shannon Heaton on January 28.      

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Zion Rodman & Friends at The Ford

Friday, January 26 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Zion Rodman and Friends begin a new fourth Friday residency for 2024 at The Ford. Rodman is a versatile musician who spends most of his free time singing and playing the guitar, bass, piano and drums. He grew up on Cape Cod and lived in Boston, where he developed as a musician and recorded his first album and EP. He currently lives and performs in Chicago, and makes frequent visits to Massachusetts. Free admission for the music; table reservations recommended…

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Irish Session with Matt & Shannon Heaton at The Ford

Sunday, January 28 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Medford Irish musicians Matt and Shannon Heaton lead today's new Session series at The Ford, being presented every Sunday. They'll be joined by Helena Delaney on fiddle.      

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February 2024

Irish Session with Ellery Klein at The Ford

Sunday, February 4 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern is now presenting a Session series every Sunday afternoon. Today's Irish session will feature Medford fiddler Ellery Klein. Upcoming sessions will be led by Chris Hersch on February 11 (old time music), John Coyne on February 18 (Irish music), and Matt and Shannon Heaton on February 25 (Irish music).      

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, February 11 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting its monthly Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Old Time Session with Chris Hersch at The Ford

Sunday, February 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Chris Hersch takes the lead at today's new Sunday Session series at The Ford, playing old-time music. Upcoming Irish music sessions will be led by John Coyne on February 18, and by Matt and Shannon Heaton on February 25.      

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Galentines Drag Bingo at The Ford

Tuesday, February 13 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$7

February 14 may be for lovers, but February 13 is for Galentines at The Ford. Grab your fellow queens for an unforgettable night of drag bingo hosted Patty Bourée. Enjoy hilarious live performances, rip-roaring games of bingo, delicious cocktails and food, and fabulous prizes. Tickets are $7 per person through Eventbrite. Price includes bingo cards and supplies. You can order food and drinks throughout the evening, but feel free to arrive a bit early if you would like to start…

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Irish Session with John Coyne at The Ford

Sunday, February 18 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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John Coyne leads today's new Sunday Session series at The Ford, playing Irish music. The next Irish session will be led by Matt and Shannon Heaton on February 25.      

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Princess and Superhero Night at The Ford

Tuesday, February 20 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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No plans for February school vacation? Head to the Ford Tavern for Princess and Superhero Night. There will be goodies for the kids and a surprise visitor. Costumes are encouraged. Reservations are highly recommended through The Ford's website.  

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Zion Rodman & Friends at The Ford

Friday, February 23 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Zion Rodman and Friends return to The Ford for their fourth Friday residency. Rodman is a versatile musician who spends most of his free time singing and playing the guitar, bass, piano and drums. He grew up on Cape Cod and lived in Boston, where he developed as a musician and recorded his first album and EP. He currently lives and performs in Chicago, and makes frequent visits to Massachusetts. Free admission for the music; table reservations recommended if you…

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Irish Session with Matt & Shannon Heaton at The Ford

Sunday, February 25 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Medford Irish musicians Matt and Shannon Heaton lead today's new Session series at The Ford, being presented every Sunday. Irish Sessions are held on the first, third and fourth Sundays of the month, with an old-time string band session on the second Sunday.      

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March 2024

Irish Whispa at The Ford Tavern

Saturday, March 2 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern begins a busy month of Irish music offerings, welcoming back Irish Whispa the Band. Brien Connolly heads the group on guitar and lead vocals, backed by Kevin Shea, Rob Anderson and Michael Moriarty. Their style is influenced by the Dubliners, Wolfe Tones, Pogues, Irish Rovers, Clancy Brothers, Christy Moore, and many others.  

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Irish Session with Ellery Klein at The Ford

Sunday, March 3 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern is now presenting a Session series every Sunday afternoon. Today's Irish session will feature Medford fiddler Ellery Klein. Upcoming sessions will be led by Chris Hersch on March 10 (old time music), John Coyne on March 17 (Irish music), and Matt and Shannon Heaton on March 24 (Irish music).      

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Shelagh Rose at The Ford

Sunday, March 10 @ 4:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Shelagh Rose — the duo of Shelagh O'Brien and Jordan Quigley — will provide late-afternoon Irish music at The Ford Tavern.  

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Eamonn Sheehan at The Ford

Friday, March 15 @ 12:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Start your St. Patrick Day weekend with a full day of Irish music at The Ford Tavern, beginning with Eamonn Sheehan presenting a lively performance of authentic tunes from the Emerald Isle. The rest of the day's musicians will be Matt & Shannon Heaton with Ellery Klein at 2:30 p.m.; Slainte at 4 p.m.; Scott Damgaard at 6 p.m.; and Boston's Erin Og at 8 p.m. The Ford will present more Irish music on Saturday and Sunday as well.  

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The Heatons & Ellery Klein at The Ford

Friday, March 15 @ 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern continues its full day of Irish music with Matt and Shannon Heaton on flute and guitar, respectively, and Ellery Klein on fiddle. The rest of the day's lineup features Slainte at 4 p.m.; Scott Damgaard at 6 p.m.; and Boston's Erin Og at 8 p.m. The Ford will present more Irish music on Saturday and Sunday as well.      

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Slainte at The Ford

Friday, March 15 @ 4:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Irish folk-rock band Slainte continues The Ford Tavern's full day of Irish music. The remaining performers will be Scott Damgaard at 6 p.m. and Boston's Erin Og at 8 p.m. The Ford will present more Irish music on Saturday and Sunday as well.      

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Scott Damgaard at The Ford

Friday, March 15 @ 6:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern's full day of Irish music continues with guitarist, singer and songwriter Scott Damgaard. The day's live music will conclude with Boston's Erin Og at 8 p.m. The Ford will present more Irish music on Saturday and Sunday as well.      

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Erin Og at The Ford

Friday, March 15 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Boston Irish rebel band Erin Og concludes The Ford Tavern's full day of Irish music. Led by founding member Bobby Mullis of Medford (vocals, tin whistle) and backed by Stephen Gill (vocals, guitar) and Stuart Peak (mandolin, banjo, guitar). The Ford will present more live Irish music on Saturday and Sunday.    

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Boston Harbor Bhoys at The Ford

Saturday, March 16 @ 12:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern continues its long weekend of Irish music with the American Celtic band from Medford, the Boston Harbor Bhoys. The band consists of the father-son team of Eddie and Ryan Biggins, along with popular singer-songwriter Michael Maloney. Following the Boston Harbor Bhoys will be James Kelly at 4 p.m.  

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James Kelly at The Ford

Saturday, March 16 @ 4:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern continues its long weekend of Irish music with James Kelly performing. Sunday's musicians will be the Katie O'Brien Duo at 2:30 p.m. and the Abbott Street Band at 5 p.m.    

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Katie O’Brien Duo at The Ford

Sunday, March 17 @ 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern continues its long weekend of Irish music, and celebrates St. Patrick's Day, with The Katie O'Brien Duo — O'Brien and Joe Sabourin. O'Brien is the head voice instructor at LB Music School in Medford. Following the duo will be the Abbott Street Band at 5 p.m.      

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Abbott Street Band at The Ford

Sunday, March 17 @ 5:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern concludes its long weekend of Irish music with a performance by the Abbott Street Band. This group of local old-time players formed at an Abbott Street residence during the pandemic. They feature acoustic instruments such as banjos, fiddles and guitars, and groove on the melodies of traditional fiddle tunes, dances and reels.    

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Zion Rodman & Friends at The Ford

Friday, March 22 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Zion Rodman and Friends return to The Ford Tavern for their fourth Friday residency. Rodman is a versatile musician who spends most of his free time singing and playing the guitar, bass, piano and drums. He grew up on Cape Cod and while living in Boston developed as a musician and recorded his first album and EP. Free admission for the music; table reservations recommended if you plan to have dinner.  

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, March 24 @ 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting its monthly Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Matt & Shannon Heaton, Helena Delaney at The Ford Irish Session

Sunday, March 24 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Medford musicians Matt and Shannon Heaton, on guitar and flute respectively, lead today's Session series gathering at The Ford Tavern, joined by fiddler Helena Delaney. The Ford presents Irish Sessions on the first, third and fourth Sundays of the month, with an old-time string band session on the second Sunday.      

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April 2024

Everett Pendleton at The Ford

Friday, April 5 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford begins another busy month of live music with guitarist Everett Pendleton. In addition to weekly Sunday Sessions, The Ford also will present live music by Eric Grava on April 11, the Katie O'Brien Duo on April 12, and Zion Rodman and Friends on April 26.  

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Kids’ Art Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, April 7 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

The Ford Tavern is hosting its monthly Kids Art Brunch. For $15 per child, kids receive a brunch meal, juice, and a dessert, plus an art project led by teacher Sabrina Huether. The event is aimed toward kids age 4 to 10. There will be two seatings, at 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Register children through Eventbrite for the 10:30 a.m. session or the 1 p.m. session.    

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Irish Session with Ellery Klein at The Ford

Sunday, April 7 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern begins another month of Sunday afternoon Irish Sessions, led today by Medford fiddler Ellery Klein. Others sessions will be led by the Abbott Street String Band on April 14, John Coyne on April 21, and Shannon Heaton on April 28.      

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Eric Grava at The Ford

Thursday, April 11 @ 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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Singer/songwriter and guitarist Eric Grava is tonight's musical guest at The Ford Tavern.  

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Katie O’Brien Duo at The Ford

Friday, April 12 @ 8:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Ford Tavern welcomes back the Katie O'Brien Duo — O'Brien and Joe Sabourin. O'Brien is the head voice instructor at LB Music School in Medford.      

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Irish Session with Abbott Street String Band at The Ford

Sunday, April 14 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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The Abbott Street String Band joins the rotation of The Ford Tavern's Sunday afternoon Irish Sessions. This group of local old time players features acoustic instruments such as banjos, fiddles, and guitars; they groove on the melodies of traditional fiddle tunes, dances, and reels. Remaining sessions this month will be led by John Coyne on April 21, and Shannon Heaton on April 28.      

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Kids Karaoke at The Ford

Monday, April 15 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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No April school vacation plans? Why not bring he family to Kids Karaoke at The Ford Tavern on Patriots' Day. See and hear all our stars in the making. Make reservations through The Ford's website.

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Kids’ Silent Disco Brunch at The Ford

Sunday, April 21 @ 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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$15

As April is Autism Awareness Month, The Ford Tavern is holding a kid-friendly Silent Disco Brunch to provide a space for kids to sing and dance without having the distractions of their surroundings. Each child will get a pair of headphones where they will be able to listen to music at their own sound level. Tickets are $15 per child and cost include a complimentary dessert. Weather permitting, the brunch will be held on the restaurant's patio. There will be…

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Irish Session with John Coyne at The Ford

Sunday, April 21 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Ford Tavern, 61 Locust St.
Medford, MA 02155
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John Coyne leads today's Irish Session at The Ford. The month's session series concludes on April 28, with Shannon Heaton leading.    

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