March 2024
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 »Dance Caliente Waltz and Salsa Line Dance Class
Dance away your cares at the Medford Public Library as Dance Caliente presents a fun and lively lesson on the waltz and salsa line dancing. Dancers of all levels and ages are invited to attend. Founded in 1998 by Eileen Herman-Haase and Raul Nieves, Dance Caliente brings a contagious enthusiasm to their instruction. Register through the library's online calendar. Dance Caliente also will offer classes at the library this spring on the waltz (April 24) and salsa (May 29). …
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
Attention 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…
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. If the event is full, please email Sam Donahue, senior…
Find out more »Teen Swiftie Craft Night
The Medford Public Library invites teens in middle and high school to a Taylor Swift-themed craft night. Gather in the Youth Services Program Room to listen to her music (Taylor’s version only) while making Swiftie-themed crafts — friendship bracelets, bookmarks, stickers and more. All materials will be provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Graphic Novel Book Club: Huda F Are You?
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 "Huda F Are You?" by Huda Fahmy. This book is available for pickup in the Teen Room. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
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 »Maker Space Badging: 3D Printing
The Medford Public Library is offering the training you need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like the study rooms in the building. With this session on 3D printing, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once courses are complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For ages 16 and over.…
Find out more »Maker Space Badging: General Safety
The Medford Public Library is offering the training you need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like the study rooms in the building. With this session on general safety, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once courses are complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For ages 16 and over.…
Find out more »Maker Space Badging: Laser Cutter
The Medford Public Library is offering you the training you need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like the study rooms in the building. With this session on using a Glowforge laser cutter, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once courses are complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For…
Find out more »April 2024
Exhibition Opening: Medford High Artists
The Medford Public Library opens its art exhibition for April, which will feature works from a selection of artists from Medford High School. The exhibition will be on view in the second-floor gallery of the library during regular hours.
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 Angela, the program features story telling, music and movement, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page.
Find out more »Monday Morning Mysteries: Burial At Sea
The Medford Public Library's Monday Morning Mysteries book group meets to discuss "Burial At Sea" by Charles Finch. RSVP through the library's online calendar. Next month's title will be "The Mitford Murders" by Jessica Fellowes, to be discussed on May 6.
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 Angela, the program features story telling, music and movement, an art activity, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page.
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 »Maker Space Badging: Sewing
The Medford Public Library is giving patrons the training they need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like the study rooms in the building. With this session on sewing, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once courses are complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For ages 16 and over.…
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 »Mystic Makerspace: Crepe Paper Peony Magnets
The Mystic Makerspace presents a workshop on how to make life-like crepe paper peony magnets to enhance a gift, bulletin board, picture frame or greeting card. Perfect for beginners or experienced paper crafters. This class is 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 will explore 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 »Teen Creative Writing: Poetry
The Medford Public Library presents its monthly Teen Creative Writing session in the Teen Section of the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Library building. Today's session will focus on poetry. Teens in middle school and high school are invited to create characters, build new worlds, write short stories, try new styles, play games, and more. Sign-up 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 »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 »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 »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.
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.
Find out more »Friends of the Library Book Sale (Members Preview)
Friends of the Medford Public Library presents its annual spring book sale to benefit the library. The sale includes thousands of books in good condition and organized by category. Additionally, there will be DVDs and CDs, board games and jigsaw puzzles. All were donated by generous members of the community. Most items are priced at $1.50 or less. There also will be a selection of better quality, new or rare books at slightly higher prices. Friends of the Library members are…
Find out more »Friends of the Library Book and Bake Sale
Friends of the Medford Public Library presents its annual spring book sale to benefit the library. The sale includes thousands of books in good condition and organized by category, plus DVDs and CDs, board games and jigsaw puzzles. All were donated by generous members of the community. Most items are priced at $1.50 or less. There also will be a selection of better quality, new or rare books at slightly higher prices. Today there also will be an accompanying bake…
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 »Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends of the Medford Public Library concludes its annual spring book sale to benefit the library. The sale includes thousands of books in good condition and organized by category, plus DVDs and CDs, board games and jigsaw puzzles. All items were donated by generous members of the community and more are priced at $1.50 or less. There also will be a selection of better quality, new or rare books at slightly higher prices, plus some closing-day specials. And, as a…
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 Angela, the program features story telling, music and movement, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page.
Find out more »English for Citizenship Class
The Medford Public Library is hosting a free 12-week English for Citizenship Class, conducted by the St. Mark Community Education Program. The class will help you improve your English and prepare you to become a citizen. You must have a green card of any length to participate. The class will meet on Monday and Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. starting April 8 (no classes the week of April 15 or on Monday, May 27). For more information…
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 Angela, the program features story telling, music and movement, an art activity, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page.
Find out more »Film Screening: The Arab World, Heritage and Civilization
The City of Medford Community Connectors begin a series of events to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month with a Movie Night at the library. Presented in Bonsignore Hall will be "The Arab World, Heritage and Civilization," a documentary produced in the framework of UNESCO's Arabia Plan that provides an overview of the history of the rich Arab civilization. The film runs 55 minutes; light refreshments and time to meet neighbors and mingle will follow. Other events in the series will…
Find out more »English for Citizenship Class
The Medford Public Library is hosting a free 12-week English for Citizenship Class, conducted by the St. Mark Community Education Program. The class will help you improve your English and prepare you to become a citizen. You must have a green card of any length to participate. The class will meet on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8:30 p.m. starting April 8 (no classes the week of April 15 or on Monday, May 27, or Wednesday, June 19).…
Find out more »ESOL for Beginners Class
The Medford Public Library is hosting a free 12-week ESOL for Beginners Class, led by the St. Mark Community Education program and sponsored by Medford Connects and the Medford Public Library Foundation. The class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon starting April 9. For more information contact, Mike Oliver at 833-609-5839 or mike@stmarksesol.org.
Find out more »Play Dough Club (Ages 2-5)
The Medford Public Library introduces a new monthly Play Dough Club for ages 2 to 5. Why play dough? Playing with play dough helps young kids develop their hand-eye coordination, creativity, and fine-motor and literacy skills. And sharing tools and colors of dough helps littles with their social skills, too. The library will provide the dough and tools; all you need to bring is your imagination. Registration is not required for this program. All ages are welcome to join, but…
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 »ESOL for Beginners Class
The Medford Public Library is hosting a free 12-week ESOL for Beginners Class, led by the St. Mark Community Education program and sponsored by Medford Connects and the Medford Public Library Foundation. The class will meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. starting April 9. For more information contact, Mike Oliver at 833-609-5839 or mike@stmarksesol.org.
Find out more »Tuesday Night Book Group: Travels With George
The Medford Public Library's Tuesday Night Book Group meets to discuss "Travels With George: In Search of Washington and His Legacy" by Nathaniel Philbrick. Books will be available approximately four weeks in advance. Please register through the library's online calendar. The title for next month's meeting, on May 14, will be "The Many Daughters of Alfong Moy" by Jamie Ford.
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session will explore 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 »Grades 4-5 Book Club: Tasty: A History of Yummy Experiments
The Medford Public Library's book club for fourth- and fifth-graders meets in the Maker Space to discuss "Tasty: A History of Yummy Experiments" by Victoria Grace Elliott. The book will be available for pickup at the Children’s Desk about one month in advance. Please note that this event is only for those in grades 4 or 5. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Maker Space Badging: Cricut Cutting Machine
The Medford Public Library is offering the training you need to "check out" the library's Maker Space just like the study rooms in the building. With this session on the Cricut cutting machine, you can earn a "badge" and gain more exclusive access to the Maker Space and its contents. Once courses are complete, your library card will note you have more access to the Maker Space so you can "borrow" the room when it is available. For ages 16…
Find out more »Build-a-Bulgar with Nat Seelen
The Medford Public Library invites you to join Nat Seelen, artistic director of the Boston Festival of New Jewish Music and clarinetist with Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band, to create a new bulgar together. You’ll learn what makes the bulgar a favorite of the klezmer dance repertoire, then master the rhythms and steps as participants write and perform an original tune together. Register through the library's online calendar. Please note: This event was rescheduled from its original date in September 2023.…
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 »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 »Mystery Book Club for Teens: Warrior Girl Unearthed
The Medford Public Library's new Mystery Book Club for Teens meets to discuss "Warrior Girl Unearthed" by Angeline Boulley. 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: The Selected Works of Audre Lorde
The Medford Public Library's LGBTQ+ Book Group meets to discuss "The Selected Works of Audre Lorde" by Audre Lorde. 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 »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.
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 »Library Database of the Month: Consumer Reports
Today's Medford Public Library Database of the Month session, led by Zoey Mills, head of Reference Services, will cover Consumer Reports Online. ConsumerReports.org provides ratings and reviews, recommendations, and buying advice. Each product includes an overview and a ratings report card, as well as tester reviews and recommendations. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Home School Maker Club
The Medford Public Library invites home schooled tweens and teens ages 11 and up to its monthly Home School Maker Club. Learn and make something new each month. Meets in the Maker Space. All materials provided. RSVP 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 »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.
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 »U.S. Citizenship Prep Class
The Medford Public Library is hosting a 10-week U.S. Citizenship Prep Class directed by the St. Mark Community Education program of Dorchester. The class will meet from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays from April 13 through June 15. To participate you must have had green card for at least 4 years and 6 months, or if married to an American citizen, 2 years and 6 months. To register, go to the St. Mark class registration web page.
Find out more »Boston Glory Ultimate Frisbee Media Day
The Medford Public Library is hosting Media Day for the Boston Glory Ultimate Frisbee team, which plays its home games at Hormel Stadium in Medford. The day will include readings of Frisbee-themed books “Flip” by children’s author Margaret Muirhead and “Spirit Foul” by young adult author Zack Smith; a team meet-and-greet with a Q&A panel, autographs and photo ops; Ultimate Frisbee™ 101: How and where to play in the Boston area with indoor-friendly throwing demos; Glory footage on the big…
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 »Olé Flamenco for Families
The Medford Public Library welcomes Eve Costarelli of Always Be Dancing to lead a interactive, highly engaging program for families that will get everyone dancing. Everyone will have a body-stretching, hand-clapping, foot-stomping good time. In this upbeat program, infused with the music and dance of flamenco, participants will absorb the dramatic postures and colorful flavor of flamenco while also exploring yoga poses and mindfulness. There will also be an interactive storytime with the wonderful picture book "Lola’s Fandango" by Anne Witte.…
Find out more »Family Peeps Dioramas Night
The Medford Public Library presents a Family Peeps Dioramas Night for kids ages 8 to 12 with their adults. Families can work together to re-create a favorite book with marshmallow peeps. All supplies (including Peeps) will be provided, but you are welcome to bring any extra supplies that you would like to use. Registration is required for this event through the library's online calendar.
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 make your own pillow case. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Historical Fiction Brook Group: The Island of Sea Women
The Medford Public Library's Historical Fiction Brook Group meets to discuss "The Island of Sea Women" by Lisa See. Register through the library's online calendar; you need only register for one session to be added to the group. Next month's title, to be discussed on May 15, will be "Shrines of Gaiety" by Kate Atkinson.
Find out more »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Medford Public Library offers a midday drop-in time specifically for adults at the Makerspace in the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library building. Tools and supplies are provided. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Teen Henna Tattoos
The Medford Public Library invites teens in grades 6 to 12 to have henna applied to your hands by a professional artist. These tattoos will remain for approximately one week. This event will take place in the Teen Section and henna will be applied in order of arrival. Space is limited, and sign-up is required through the library's online calendar. Additionally, participants will need a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian. These permission slips will be available in the…
Find out more »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session will explore 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 »Arab American Heritage Month Kids’ Activity Night
The City of Medford Community Connectors continues its series of events celebrating Arab American Heritage Month with a Kids' Activity Night at the library for ages 6 and up. The program will include musical chairs, Arabic music, crafts, coloring, a picture collage, and snacks. The concluding event in the series will be a Traditional Dress Night and Contest at the Andrews Middle School from 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 27.
Find out more »Climate Change Book Group: How Beautiful We Were
The Medford Public Library's Climate Change Book Group, "Planet and Pages," meets to discuss "How Beautiful We Were" Imbolo Mbue, the New York Times bestselling author of "Behold the Dreamers. In this novel, a fearless young woman from a small African village starts a revolution against an American oil company. 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…
Find out more »Illuminated Windows: Stories in Stained Glass
The Medford Public Library welcomes College of the Holy Cross professor Virginia Raguin for a talk explaining the technique and craft of stained glass with a wide variety of images. Her book "The Illuminated Window: Stories Across Time" (Reakion Press 2023) demonstrates that this art results not from a single maker, but through a collaborative process. The building that will house the stained glass, the desires of the patrons, concern for the windows’ relationship to the spectator, and always, the…
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 »Teen Peeps Diorama Contest
Teens in middle school and high school are invited to enter the Medford Public Library's always fun Peeps Diorama Contest. You'll have two hours to re-create your favorite pop culture moment with Peeps. All supplies (including Peeps) will be provided, but you are welcome to bring any extra supplies that you would like to use. After the event, all dioramas will go on display in the Teen Section so people can vote for their favorites. After one week, the winner…
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 »Kids’ Home School Maker Club
The Medford Public Library invites home schooled kids ages 8 to 12 to its Home School Maker Club, offered in the Maker Space on the third Friday each month. Learn and make something new each session. All materials provided. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Questions? Email Sam Donahue, senior children's librarian, at sdonahue@minlib.net.
Find out more »History of Nintendo Playable Museum
The Medford Public Library invites you to visit a playable Nintendo museum for all ages. Players will learn about how Nintendo started and see how the iconic console evolved to where it is today. All Nintendo systems from NES to Switch will be available to play throughout the exhibit on old-school CRT TVs. No sign-up needed; just drop in between noon and 3 p.m.
Find out more »Teen Poetry Club
The Medford Public Library presents the fourth meeting of its new Teen Poetry Club led by Vijaya Sundaram, Medford’s poet laureate. Students in middle school and high school are invited to take the mic and shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with passion, lyricism and force. The club meets once a month to read and discuss the work of great poets, while crafting and performing members' own work. Participants also will read, memorize, and recite…
Find out more »Adult Poetry Club
The Medford Public Library presents the fourth meeting of its new Poetry Club for adults led by Vijaya Sundaram, Medford’s poet laureate. Come share your voice, taking the mic to shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with passion, lyricism and force. The club meets once a month to read and discuss the work of great poets, while crafting and performing members' own work. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
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 »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 Angela, the program features story telling, music and movement, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page.
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 Angela, the program features story telling, music and movement, an art activity, and a sing-along. Advance sign-up is required through the MFN registration web page.
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 »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Medford Public Library offers an evening drop-in time specifically for adults at the Makerspace in the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library building. Tools and supplies are provided. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Makerspace Drop-in for Adults
The Medford Public Library offers a morning drop-in time specifically for adults at the Makerspace in the Charlotte & William Bloomberg Medford Public Library building. Tools and supplies are provided. No registration necessary.
Find out more »Grade 1 Book Club: Memory Jars
The Medford Public Library’s First Grade Book Club meets to discuss "Memory Jars" by Vera Brosgol. Please note that this club is only for children in first grade. Registration is required through the library's online calendar. Books will be available at the library approximately one month in advance.
Find out more »Middle School Chameleon: Youth Pride Prep
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 Youth Pride prep. 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 »Family Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents family story time for ages 3 to 7. The session will explore 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 »Diary of a Wimpy Kid Fan Event
Hey kids ages 8 to 12: Are you obsessed with "Diary of a Wimpy Kid?" Then come to the Medford Public Library and share your love of all things Wimpy Kid. There will be trivia and games to test your Wimpy Kid knowledge, and you’ll get the chance to make your own Wimpy Kid style comics. Registration is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Teen Stop Motion Studio
The Medford Public Library invites teens in grades 6 and up to visit the Stop Motion Studio in the Maker Space. Plot, film and edit your own stop motion animated movies using Legos, paper, and more. All supplies provided. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »PJ Story Time
The Medford Public Library presents another PJ Story Time, for children ages 3 to 7. Dress up in your coziest outfit, grab your favorite snuggle friend and come on down. There will be a short (30-minute) story time with songs and books to get you ready for the best dreamtime!
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 »Dance Caliente Waltz Class
Dance away your cares at the Medford Public Library as Dance Caliente presents a fun and lively lesson on the waltz. Dancers of all levels and ages are invited to attend. Founded in 1998 by Eileen Herman-Haase and Raul Nieves, Dance Caliente brings a contagious enthusiasm to their instruction. Register through the library's online calendar. Dance Caliente's final class at the library this spring will be on salsa dancing (May 29).
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
Attention 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…
Find out more »How to Combat Fake News
The Medford Public Library invites you to join Zoey Mills, head of reference services, to learn more about fake news, how to combat it, and how to become a better-informed consumer of news. This program is for adults and will meet in the Tech Lab. RSVP through the library's online calendar.
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. If the event is full, please email Sam Donahue, senior…
Find out more »Reverse Painting for Teens
The Medford Public Library presents a class on reverse painting for teens in middle school and high school. Learn about the centuries-old art of reverse glass painting and create your own reverse painting. Choose one of three images, and paint it using acrylic paint on clear acetate. All supplies will be provided. Sign up is required through the library's online calendar.
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.
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.
Find out more »Teen Graphic Novel Book Club: Bash!
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 "Bash! v1" by Rudy Gobert. This book is available for pickup in the Teen Room. Sign-up is required through the library's online calendar.
Find out more »Caitlin’s Book Club for Teens
Medford Public Library teen volunteer Caitlin is leading a discussion about "The Hunger Games," by Suzanne Collins. You can pick up a copy of the book in the Teen Section ahead of time so you’ll be ready to discuss. Meets in the Youth Services Study Room. Sign up is required through the library's online calendar.
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