December 2024

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Sunday, December 1Library Closed

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Monday, December 26:00—7:00 PMBonsignore HallMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155
KitchenMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

STEM Kitchen (ages 8-12)

Cooking is science! Come experiment with us and learn about the different ways science is present in the kitchen while making a yummy snack.
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Tuesday, December 39:30—10:30 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Baby Lapsit

Baby Lapsit is a 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set.
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Wednesday, December 43:00—4:00 PMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.

Wednesday, December 43:30—4:30 PMTech LabMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Teen Creative Writing

Create characters, build new worlds, write short stories, try new styles, play games, and more!
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Friday, December 64:00—5:45 PMCafe SpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

On Spot Pond Artist Opening

Meet artist Mary Oliveira for the opening of her Art Gallery Show: On Spot Pond.  "These are original watercolors that I did on Spot Pond from a kayak in Stoneham, MA. Each painting represents a memory of time spent on the pond, and I believe that this is reflected in the immediacy of the paint.
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Saturday, December 79:00—11:00 AMTech LabMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Drop In Coding (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!

Saturday, December 710:00—11:00 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.
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Sunday, December 8Library Closed

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Monday, December 96:00—7:30 PMTech LabMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Hour of Code (ages 8-12)

Join us to learn the basics of coding to use Scratch and create your own program!

Monday, December 96:00—8:00 PMBonsignore Hall + KitchenMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Meet and Greet for Children with disAbilities and their Families

Medford Public Library invites children with disabilities and their families to a Meet and Greet event. Meet the library staff, discuss library resources and access to programs. Light refreshments will be provided, including gluten free options. Organized…Learn More
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Tuesday, December 109:30—10:30 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Baby Lapsit

Baby Lapsit is a 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set.

Tuesday, December 106:00—8:00 PMBonsignore HallMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Gingerbread Houses for Teens

Frosting and candy and cookies, oh my. All materials will be provided for you to build your own gingerbread structure. Will it stay up? We’ll find out!
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Wednesday, December 113:00—4:00 PMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.
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Saturday, December 149:00—11:00 AMTech LabMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Drop In Coding (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!

Saturday, December 1410:00—11:00 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.

Saturday, December 1412:00—1:00 PMMakerSpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Laser Cutter Badge Class

Join Kate C. , our resident laser cutter expert, for this 101 level class to get you certified to use the MakerSpace laser cutter.  This instance will include a General Safety badge class at the beginning.

Saturday, December 141:00—3:00 PMCafe SpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Chess Club

Medford Chess Club meets up in the Cafe Space at the Library on Saturdays from 1-3pm
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Sunday, December 15Library Closed

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Tuesday, December 179:30—10:30 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Baby Lapsit

Baby Lapsit is a 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set.

Tuesday, December 173:30—4:30 PMMakerSpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Chameleon

Chameleon is the library’s drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6-12.
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Wednesday, December 183:00—4:00 PMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.

Wednesday, December 186:30—7:30 PMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Sensory Storytime

Explore stories, music, movement, and play in a sensory-friendly and adaptive setting.
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Thursday, December 196:00—7:00 PMYS Study Room 3Medford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Reading with Ryan

Ryan loves when people read to him! If you are learning to read and want to build your confidence, come read to Ryan!
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Friday, December 202:00—4:00 PMMakerSpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

MakerSpace Drop-In

Stop by the Medford MakerSpace and work on your personal projects or ask our in-house expert about how to use the space and equipment. General safety badging is available during this time as well.
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Saturday, December 219:00—11:00 AMTech LabMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Drop In Coding (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!

Saturday, December 2110:00—11:00 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.

Saturday, December 211:00—3:00 PMCafe SpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Chess Club

Medford Chess Club meets up in the Cafe Space at the Library on Saturdays from 1-3pm
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Sunday, December 22Library Closed

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Tuesday, December 24Library Closed

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Wednesday, December 25Library Closed

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Friday, December 271:00—2:00 PMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Fine Motor Skill Friday (ages 2-5)

Join us on Friday afternoons for fun activities that will help your little ones develop their fine and gross motor skills.
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Saturday, December 2810:00—11:00 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Family Story Time

A story hour for children ages 3-7 exploring new concepts through books and songs.

Saturday, December 281:00—3:00 PMCafe SpaceMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Chess Club

Medford Chess Club meets up in the Cafe Space at the Library on Saturdays from 1-3pm
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Sunday, December 29Library Closed

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Monday, December 306:30—8:00 PMTeen SectionMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Teen Game Night

Take a break and play some games in the Teen Section – we’ve got video games, board games, card games, and more!
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Tuesday, December 319:30—10:30 AMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Baby Lapsit

Baby Lapsit is a 20-30 minute storytime includes songs, bouncy rhymes, and gentle movement activities for our youngest set.

Tuesday, December 312:00—4:00 PMYouth Services Programming RoomMedford Public Library111 High Street, Medford, MA, 02155

Teen Craft Bonanza

Close out 2024 with a crafting free for all! Drop in and make anything you want. Absolutely zero skills required!