Imagine you're transported back to Tudor England and had to start a new life there, without smartphones, satnav or social media, how will you know where you are or where to go? Where will you live and where will you work? And who can you turn to if you fall ill or God forbid if
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. Lessons will take place on the following Saturdays: October 5, 12, and 19 and November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Registration is required. Sign up for the event
All are welcome to read and discuss mysteries at the library! Join us as we discuss The Beekeeper's Apprentice by Laurie King on November 4th. First Mondays at 10 am. 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.
For kids ages 8-12. Get creative and decoupage your own work of art with fabric on canvas! All supplies provided by the library. Registration required! Registration for this program starts October 1st – click the button below to register. This program is full. To get on the waiting list, please email Tamar at tseigel@minlib.net. Questions? Contact
This event is now FULL. To join the waitlist, please email Nicole at nperrault@minlib.net For teens in middle school and high school. Learn and create in the Maker Space. Each month will focus on a different STEAM project that everyone completes together. All materials will be provided. Sign up is required. Registration will begin on
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set. Lapsit is followed by a mini playgroup with baby appropriate toys, soft music in the background, and a great opportunity for babies to play and caregivers to meet and connect. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
This month we will be reading Memory Jars by Vera Brosgol. 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. Registration for our
Alexander Calder has nothing on us! We'll make balancing mobiles. Art and physics! Registration required. Please complete the form below. If you have any questions, contact Abi at aharper@minlib.net
Try out chair yoga for the first time or come and practice with experienced instructor Kat Mahoney. No registration 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.
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
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.
For kids ages 5 and up. 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 is a drop-in program -- no registration needed! Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734 or Abi: aharper@minlib.net |
Join Library Director Barbara Kerr for coffee and a discussion of the hot new books and wildly interesting titles the library recently acquired. No assigned reading or registration required. Coffee provided by Chapters Coffee Cart. The September 13th gathering of Coffee & Books has been cancelled.
Join us for a free twelve-week Spanish language class! Learn some basic words and phrases— this class is designed for beginners, but if you attended the last Spanish class at the library, this one will involve different vocabulary, so feel free to sign up again! Registration is required - register for the first class is
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 lectures is meant as an introduction to African Art, its variety of forms, the depth of its history, and how it became an important player first in Western culture and continues to be important in a global world. The lecture on Sunday, Sept. 8 will focus on 21st Century African Photography. This
This month we will be reading Little Houses by Kevin Henkes. 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. Registration for our
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set. Lapsit is followed by a mini playgroup with baby appropriate toys, soft music in the background, and a great opportunity for babies to play and caregivers to meet and connect. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
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 readers ages 10-14. This month, we're reading Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir by Pedro Martín: Pedro Martín has grown up hearing stories about his abuelito—his legendary crime-fighting, grandfather who was once a part of the Mexican Revolution! But that doesn't mean Pedro is excited at the news that Abuelito is coming to live with their family. After
This event is for teens in middle school and high school who have not yet completed a 3D printing workshop at the library. Learn about 3D printing and test our the library's 3D printers! Please note that because of how long it takes to print, you are not guaranteed to go home with a finished
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
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!
Join us for "Armchair Traveling: Lunch to Italy" on Thursday, November 14th, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Bonsignore Hall, where you'll enjoy a delightful Italian-themed lunch and a virtual tour of Italy's most charming destinations. Immerse yourself in the flavors and sights of Italy without leaving your seat! Register by calling 781-395-7950 or
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 and will open on October 1st. Questions? Email Sam D. at sdonahue@minlib.net.
Come check out our Makerspace during these Drop-in hours. No badging or training or registration required-- just stop by!
Join us for a free twelve-week Spanish language class! Learn some basic words and phrases— this class is designed for beginners, but if you attended the last Spanish class at the library, this one will involve different vocabulary, so feel free to sign up again! Registration is required - register for the first class is
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.
Drop in book club for teens in middle school and high school. Talk about all things books while unboxing the newest books for teens! Attendees will get first dibs on these books before they go on the shelves! This book club meets in the Teen Section. Sign up is encouraged, but not required! Registration will
Come check out our Makerspace during these Drop-in hours. No badging or training or registration required-- just stop by!
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set. Lapsit is followed by a mini playgroup with baby appropriate toys, soft music in the background, and a great opportunity for babies to play and caregivers to meet and connect. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
For teens in grades 6-8 Chameleon: Middle School is the library's drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6-8. With a focus on a different theme each month, come chat, connect, do fun projects, and play games in a safe, open, and welcoming space! No one is required to disclose any aspect of
Try out chair yoga for the first time or come and practice with experienced instructor Kat Mahoney. No registration 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.
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 October 1st. Questions? Email Sam D. at sdonahue@minlib.net.
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
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.
Join us for a "55+ Crafternoon: Thanksgiving Flower Arranging" on Thursday, November 21st, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Bonsignore Hall. Create beautiful fall floral arrangements to brighten your Thanksgiving table while enjoying a fun and social crafting experience. Registration opens on October 1 online, by calling 781-395-7950 or emailing medford@minlib.net.
Date rescheduled to Friday, November 22! For home schooled tweens and teens 11+ Learn and make something new every month in the Maker Space! All materials will be provided. This month's project will be laser cut signs. Registration is required and space is limited. Sign ups for this program will begin on October 1. If you
This is now FULL. To join the waitlist, please email Nicole at nperrault@minlib.net. This program is for teens in middle school and high school. Warm up by decorating a mug and making your own mug cake at home! All supplies will be provided. You will be able to pick up your take home kit on
Take the mic and shine a light on the issues that matter most to you, with passion, lyricism, and force. We’ll meet every month to read and discuss the work of great poets, while crafting and performing our own work.
Join us for a free twelve-week Spanish language class! Learn some basic words and phrases— this class is designed for beginners, but if you attended the last Spanish class at the library, this one will involve different vocabulary, so feel free to sign up again! Registration is required - register for the first class is
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. Lessons will take place on the following Saturdays: October 5, 12, and 19 and November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Registration is required. Sign up for the event
This month we will be reading Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories by Jarvis. 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
We are endlessly interested in learning about Indigenous Peoples and this is the perfect conversation to have to get much more insight into the resilience and battle for self-sovereigncy. We are joined by Professor, Historian, and Author Kathleen DuVal as she discusses her book, "Native Nations A Millennium in North America" - 'An essential American
This 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set. Lapsit is followed by a mini playgroup with baby appropriate toys, soft music in the background, and a great opportunity for babies to play and caregivers to meet and connect. Questions? Contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net | 781-475-5734
These beginner level English as a Second Language classes (ESOL) will take place twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) for 12 weeks. Classes will be held in Study Room 5 on the 1st floor of the Library. Registration required. If registration is full, email medford@minlib.net or call 781-395-7950 to be placed on a waitlist.
For teens in grades 9-12 Chameleon: High School is the library's drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 9-12. With a focus on a different theme each month, come chat, connect, do fun projects, and play games in a safe, open, and welcoming space! No one is required to disclose any aspect of
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 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.
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
We are hoping to get YOU trained the training you need to ‘check out’ the MakerSpace like our other study rooms. You can earn ‘badges’ and gain more exclusive access to the MakerSpace and its contents. Once courses are complete, your library card will note you have more access to the MakerSpace so you can
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. Lessons will take place on the following Saturdays: October 5, 12, and 19 and November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Registration is required. Sign up for the event