January 2018
Eric McDonald and Alex Cumming
Join Eric McDonald (Cantrip, Daymark) and Alex Cumming (The Teacups) for a fun, cozy evening of some of their favorite songs from across the U.K., U.S. and beyond in the beautiful sanctuary of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford. Expect soaring melodies, big choruses, beautiful ballads and foot-stomping tunes. There will also be a raffle to raise funds for the church. McDonald, of Somerville, has been a professional performer and instructor of traditional and acoustic music for a decade. He attended…
Find out more »March 2018
Family Folk Dance
The Unitarian Universalist Church invites the community to a free Family Folk Dance, hosted by Alex Cumming, the church's music director (and dance caller). Bring your dancing shoes, your friends, family and instruments! (There will be some sheet music provided for those who wish to play.) For more information, contact Mimi Olivier, the director of religious education, via email at DRE@uumedford.org.
Find out more »July 2018
Let’s Put On A Show
This summer marks the inaugural season of “Let’s Put On A Show!” in which kids ages 6 to 13 create and perform an original musical. The program is being offered in five one-week sessions in the weeks of July 9, 16, 23 and 30, and August 6. Each week will have a special theme. In the course of the week, instructors will help the kids: Choose a story and use improv games to create a script with a part for everyone Write…
Find out more »October 2018
Family Folk Dance
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford is holding an afternoon of family-friendly folk dancing for all ages and abilities, called by Alex Cumming, the church's musical director. For any musicians, there will be an open band -- bring your instruments to join in the music making! Sheet music and chords provided.
Find out more »November 2018
Lucy, George and the Judge
The Medford Historical Society & Museum presents a talk by the Reverend Hank Peirce on the importance of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford in the life and history of the community. Rev. Peirce will focus on three often overlooked individuals who made a lasting impact on the church congregations, our city and our nation. His talk will be on the lives and legacies of Lucy Osgood, George Luther Stearns, and Judge Lawrence Brooks. Rev. Peirce is the minister of the…
Find out more »Didi Stewart in Concert
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents Didi Stewart performing songs from her new album "No Love Songs: Laments for a Broken Society," with pianist Joe Mulholland. "No Love Songs" takes on American foibles and prejudices with a winning blend of heartbreak and humor. A two-time winner of the Boston Music Award for Best Female Vocalist, Stewart is best known as the lead singer and songwriter for Girls' Night Out, Boston's celebrated seven-woman rock band. Having spearheaded tribute shows to composers including…
Find out more »January 2019
Sharon Kennedy: An American Storyteller in Ghana
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents local storyteller Sharon Kennedy for a program titled “An American Storyteller in Ghana.” Travel with Sharon and her Muslim guide in an un-air-conditioned van from the south to the north of Ghana, which she visted in 2012. The roads are very bad, the weather is very hot and the food is extremely spicy. On the other hand, the people are the friendliest in the world outside of Ireland, and everyone who learns that…
Find out more »February 2019
Family Folk Dance
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents another afternoon of family-friendly folk dancing for all ages and abilities, called by Alex Cumming, the church's musical director. For any musicians, there will be an open band -- bring your instruments to join in the music making! Sheet music and chords provided.
Find out more »April 2019
Alex Cumming: The Medford Songcatcher
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents a concert by its music director, Alex Cumming. Cumming is a traditional singer, accordionist, pianist, and dance caller who has made his mark on the folk scene with his rhythmic, dance-able accordion style, strong voice, and his fun and engaging stage presence. In this concert, he will explore the legacy of Olive Dame Campbell (1882-1954), who was born and raised in West Medford and left a huge legacy in folk music, song, and dance. Suggested…
Find out more »May 2019
Family Folk Dance
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents another afternoon of family-friendly folk dancing for all ages and abilities, called by Alex Cumming, the church's musical director. For any musicians, there will be an open band -- bring your instruments to join in the music making! Sheet music and chords provided.
Find out more »The Vox Hunters
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents a concert by the Vox Hunters, the Rhode Island duo of Armand Aromin and Benedict Gagliardi. The Vox Hunters are seekers and singers of old songs, cultivators of local music, and chronic multi-instrumentalists. They are touted as strong tradition-bearers in their generation, and their genuine affinity for the music is evident in the emotion they draw from it. With a pair of oft-harmonizing voices tastefully garnished with fiddle, free-reeds, and tenor guitar, the Vox…
Find out more »June 2019
Jacqueline Schwab: Building Bridges
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents a concert by pianist Jacqueline Schwab. Schwab celebrates the sensual spirit, expressive melodies, and pulsing dance rhythms of vintage habaneras, tangos, and waltzes, from Cuba, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, and Mexico. These styles were the forerunners of samba, salsa, and other Latin music of today. Familiar and less well-known melodies by composers Ernesto Nazareth, Ernesto Lecuona (made famous by "I Love Lucy’s" Desi Arnaz), Ignacio Cervantes, Juan Jose Castro and more, in classical and folk…
Find out more »October 2019
Family Folk Dance
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford presents another afternoon of family-friendly folk dancing for all ages and abilities, called by Alex Cumming, the church's musical director. For any musicians, there will be an open band -- bring your instruments to join in the music making! Simple sheet music and chords will be provided. All ages and abilities are welcome in the band as well.
Find out more »March 2020
Folk and World Music: Sol y Canto
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford begins its spring Folk and World Music Concert Series by presenting Sol y Canto, the award-winning Pan-Latin duo of Puerto Rican/Argentine singer and bongo player Rosi Amador and New Mexican guitarist and composer Brian Amador. Featuring Rosi’s crystalline voice and Brian’s lush Spanish guitar and inventive compositions, Sol y Canto is known for making their music accessible to Spanish- and non-Spanish speaking audiences of all ages. Poetic, sensual and vibrant, their music is infused…
Find out more »March 2022
Magic Show and Workshop
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford is holding a Magic Show and Workshop for families in Benker Hall. Watch magical minister Rob Kinslow's amazing magic, then learn how to do some magic tricks of your own. This event is for everyone, especially families. Kids 8 and up will be able to learn the tricks mostly independently; younger kids will need more help from their adults. All props will be provided. Vaccination and masks required.
Find out more »May 2022
Family Folk Dance
Looking for a fun family activity? The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford invites you to a family folk dancing for all ages and abilities, led by Medford folk musician Alex Cumming. Free entrance; donations welcome. For more information, please contact Mimi Olivier at dre@uumedford.org.
Find out more »June 2022
Pride Month: Queer Art Show
The City of Medford continues its series of Pride Month events with a Queer Art Show at the Unitarian Universalist Church's Benker Hall. Miles Wilder will provide live music. Additional details will be announced.
Find out more »September 2022
An Infinity of Stars: A New Musical
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Medford will be the site of a first reading of “An Infinity of Stars,” a new political musical comedy for our unsettling times. The show features a stellar cast of performers: Lydia Harrell, Cassandre McKinley, Will McMillan, Rene Pfister, Debo Ray, David Scott, Didi Stewart, and pianist extraordinaire Alizon Lissance. They will perform the complete original script and a 20-song score. Tickets are $20 through Eventbrite. Event organizers ask that audience members wear masks for…
Find out more »NewTowne Morris Men Practice
Medford’s own Morris Dance team, The NewTowne Morris Men, begins a new season of Monday night practices at the Unitarian Universalist Church. NewTowne is one of the oldest Morris teams in the U.S.; it has been performing traditional Morris dances from the rustic Cotswold hills of England since 1977. The group is accepting new dancers age 16 to 80. Previous dancing experience is not necessary. For more information, email Mitch Diamond at Mitch.diamond@comcast.net.
Find out more »June 2023
Dance & Cake: A Community Movement Party
The Click Boston presents Dance & Cake: A Community Movement Party at the Unitarian Universalist Church (note the venue change from the Condon Shell due to the weather forecast). People of all ages and abilities are invited to play games and dance as a family in this birthday party-themed event — no dance experience necessary. There also will be a sneak preview of The Click's newest live dance work, "Edge of Aquarius," which will explore the rituals, controversies, history and…
Find out more »January 2024
CPA in Medford Anniversary Celebration
The Medford Community Preservation Committee invites you to a celebration marking five years of funding projects in Medford through the Community Preservation Act. The event will highlight the success and impact of the CPA in funding historical preservation, affordable housing, and open space and recreation. To date, the CPA has allocated a total of $10 million to more than 90 projects in the city. The program also will feature poetry reading by Medford poet laureate Vijaya Sundaram and music by…
Find out more »February 2024
Spirit of Music Potluck Concert
Down By Riverside, a new Medford nonprofit organization providing community connectedness through music, performance and education, presents its inaugural concert, the Spirit of Music Potluck. The concert will celebrate African American musical traditions and feature three artists performing spirituals, blues, New Orleans soul, and reggae: Glen David Andrews, aka the Crown Prince of the Treme, Jonathan Gramling, and Toussaint the Liberator. This is a potluck concert because Down By Riverside believes in the power of celebrating and enjoying music over…
Find out more »April 2024
Spirit of Music Potluck Concert
Down By Riverside, a new Medford nonprofit organization providing community connectedness through music, performance and education, presents its second Spirit of Music Potluck at the Unitarian Universalist Church. Spirit of Music Potluck Concerts use music and food to create feelings of connectedness and community. The music and performers are curated to engage the spirit, educate participants, and to transport the listeners to a safe place. For this concert, Jonathan Gramling and Toussaint the Liberator will be performing their healing harmonies and rhythms,…
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