For kids ages 3 and up Come learn how your favorite animals spend the winter! Join our friends from Hands on Nature as we learn how animals survive the coldest months of New England. We will learn about hibernation, migration, and the amazing adaptations animals have for surviving our harshest temperatures. Bring a stuffed animal
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs and gentle movement activities. Lapsit is followed by a mini-playgroup so families who would like to stay and play are welcome too!
For kids ages 8-12. Learn about how to use a sewing machine and make your very own pencil case! Registration required! Registration for this program starts January 1 - click the button below to register. This program is now full. Please email Tamar to get on the wait list. Questions? Contact Tamar: tsiegel@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
Dress up in your coziest outfit, grab your favorite snuggle friend, and come on down to Medford Public Library. We will have a short (30 minute) storytime with songs and books to get you ready for the best dreamtime!
Join us as we read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. This story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, we invite you to join us for a mini-play group too.
We’ve got a mountain of Legos and we know you’ve got the skills to build! Come take on a challenge build or just make your own creation! This drop-in program is for kids who have started school (ages 5+).
For kids ages 8-12 Let your imagination run wild with fun writing prompts, character creation, world-building, and more! Registration required - click the button below to register. Registration for this program starts February 1. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
For students in grades 3-8! In this drop in session, students will use Scratch to start a new project or continue working on a current project. All skill levels are welcome! If you have previously used Scratch, please come with your username and password! Sign up is encouraged, but not required. Registration for this session
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
This series of lessons is designed for children ages 1-4. Join us for this multi-week course of exciting Spanish lessons! Learn words and parts of Hispanic culture! Registration for this series has ended, but you can contact Nicole at nperrault@minlib.net to see if there's still room available!
Learn how to do some simple stitching and sew on a button in this introduction to hand sewing class. We will make a felt coin purse together! Registration is required. Registration will open on February 1st. If you have already taken the hand sewing class offered in the winter, please do NOT register for this
Cooking is science! Come experiment with us and learn about the different ways science is present in the kitchen while making a yummy snack. Registration is required. Registration for this program will open on February 1st. Questions? Email Sam D. at sdonahue@minlib.net.
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs and gentle movement activities. Lapsit is followed by a mini-playgroup so families who would like to stay and play are welcome too!
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
For kids in 4th and 5th grade only This month, we’re reading The Secret of the Ravens by Joanna Cacao: Twin siblings Elliot and Liza only have each other. Their parents are gone. Their home was taken, and to survive on their own, they’re forced to scrounge up plastic and metal to trade for coin
Join us as we read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. This story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, we invite you to join us for a mini-play group too.
Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build, and design with us! Every other week, we will explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project. This program is designed for school-aged children (ages 5+).
This event is currently FULL. Please email Sam at sdonahue@minlib.net. Join us in the Maker Space and test out something new or work on a project of your own! Come for the whole time or just stay for a little while. A staff member will be on-hand to help but it is your design time.
For students in grades 3-8! In this drop in session, students will use Scratch to start a new project or continue working on a current project. All skill levels are welcome! If you have previously used Scratch, please come with your username and password! Sign up is encouraged, but not required. Registration for this session
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
This series of lessons is designed for children ages 1-4. Join us for this multi-week course of exciting Spanish lessons! Learn words and parts of Hispanic culture! Registration for this series has ended, but you can contact Nicole at nperrault@minlib.net to see if there's still room available!
This program is currently FULL. Email Sam at sdonahue@minlib.net to join the waitlist. Come and learn about the process of 3D printing. Then, test out the library’s 3D printers to make something of your very own. This program is for ages 8-12. Registration is required. Registration will open on February 1st. Questions? Email Sam D.
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs and gentle movement activities. Lapsit is followed by a mini-playgroup so families who would like to stay and play are welcome too!
For kids ages 8-12. Join our drawing class! We’ll learn something new each month! All skill levels welcome. Supplies provided by the library. Registration required – click the button below to register. Registration for this program starts February 1. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
Join the hilarious and awesome Matt Heaton for this monthly singalong! Get your toes tappin’ and your wombat dance ready! This program is designed for ages 0-3 but is fun for all!
We’ve got a mountain of Legos and we know you’ve got the skills to build! Come take on a challenge build or just make your own creation! This drop-in program is for kids who have started school (ages 5+).
Learn and make something new every month in the Maker Space! All materials will be provided. This program is for kids ages 8-12. Registration is required. Registration will open on February 1st. Questions? Email Sam D. at sdonahue@minlib.net.
For students in grades 3-8! In this drop in session, students will use Scratch to start a new project or continue working on a current project. All skill levels are welcome! If you have previously used Scratch, please come with your username and password! Sign up is encouraged, but not required. Registration for this session
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
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 autistic, have sensory processing challenges, ADHD, or have difficulty sitting through our other storytimes. Registration required – click the button below to register. Help prepare your child(ren) in
This month we will be reading Accidental Trouble Magnet by Zanib Mian. Register online here, then swing by the library to pick up a copy of your book! Books will be available starting approximately one month before each meeting. Please note: this club is only for children in 2nd or 3rd grade. Registration is required.
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs and gentle movement activities. Lapsit is followed by a mini-playgroup so families who would like to stay and play are welcome too!
This month we will be reading The Boy Who Loved Maps by Kari Allen. Register online here, then swing by the library to pick up a copy of your book! Books will be available starting approximately one month before each meeting. Please note: this club is only for children in 1st grade. Registration is required.
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
This event is currently FULL. Email Sam at sdonahue@minlib.net to join the waitlist. Learn what causes a solar eclipse and then enjoy multiple hands-on activities involving the moon and the sun. This program will help participants get ready for the solar eclipse expected on April 8th! This program is for children ages 8-12. Registration is
Travel to Chile with us and learn the legend of their national flower, the Copihue, which is a symbol of friendship, happiness, and gratitude. The story will be presented in both Spanish and English. This is a great opportunity for those looking to practice their Spanish; all Spanish levels are welcome to join in! This
Join us as we read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. This story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, we invite you to join us for a mini-play group too.
Come learn a new way to craft, paint, build, and design with us! Every other week, we will explore the world of arts and crafts with a cool new project. This program is designed for school-aged children (ages 5+).
Did you know that all you need to make a brand-new friend is some pipecleaners, beads, straws, and yarn? Come try it for yourself! This program is designed for kids ages 8-12. Registration is required. Registration will open on February 1st.
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs and gentle movement activities. Lapsit is followed by a mini-playgroup so families who would like to stay and play are welcome too!
For kids ages 5+. Make a colorful collage using contact paper and other materials! Registration is required - click on the button below to register. Registration for this program will start on February 1st. This program is now full, please contact Tamar to get on the waiting list. Questions? Contact Tamar: tsiegel@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.
Dress up in your coziest outfit, grab your favorite snuggle friend, and come on down to Medford Public Library. We will have a short (30 minute) storytime with songs and books to get you ready for the best dreamtime!
Join us as we read some excellent books, sing songs, and learn gentle movement activities. This story time is 30 minutes long and geared toward children ages 2-3. After stories and songs, we invite you to join us for a mini-play group too.
We’ve got a mountain of Legos and we know you’ve got the skills to build! Come take on a challenge build or just make your own creation! This drop-in program is for kids who have started school (ages 5+).
This event is currently FULL. Email Sam at sdonahue@minlib.net to join the waitlist. Ryan 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 sign up for a 15 minute reading spot to hang out with the coolest
Join us on Friday afternoons for fun activities that will help your little ones develop their fine and gross motor skills. Drop in for just a little while or stay for the full hour! While anyone who wants to work on their motor skills is welcome to join, activities will be best suited to kids
This story hour is for children between the ages of 3-7. We will explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join in! Story Time ends with a short craft or activity.