10 Things to do this week!
Technical difficulties has pushed this feature back a few days -- but that doesn't mean there still isn't much to do and reasons to get off the couch! Go explore your city!


What: LGBTQ+ Art Exhibition
Where: Medford Public Library, 111 High St.
When: June 1 - 30th
Cost: Free
More Info: Featuring the works of Boston LGBTQ+ photographer, Michelle Schapiro.

What: We Have Faith; Pride Exhibit
Where: Ripley Chapel, First Congregational Church in Winchester, 21 Church St.
When: June 1 - June 9, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Ripley Chapel is proud to display Family Diversity Projects’ We Have Faith, a photo exhibit that highlights the stories and lives of LGBTQ+ clergy and people of faith.

What: AMC Poetry Salon: 20th Century Voices
Where: Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave.
When: Tuesday, June 3, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Learn about modern poetry with short poems from some of the most celebrated writers of the twentieth century. This free salon-style series welcomes everyone, those well-versed in poetry or those who are simply curious.

What: Author Alexis Prescott Discusses "The First Witches"
Where: Zoom presentation/Medford Public Library
When: Thursday, June 5, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Alexis Prescott will discuss her recent release, “The First Witches: Women of Power in the Classical World,” “a book which provides a readable overview of how the Western witch originated.” Registration is required: https://medfordlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/author-alexis-prescott-discusses-the-first-witches-zoom-program/

What: Live Figure Drawing Session
Where: Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave.
When: Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: $15
More Info: A non-instructor led live drawing session. All sessions are in person with a nude or lightly clothed model using a mixture of short and long poses. Participants should bring their own materials.

What: Teen Drag Makeup Workshop
Where: Medford Public Library
When: Wednesday, June 4, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Learn the fundamentals of drag makeup with local professional drag artist MT Hart! The program includes handouts on product recommendations, step by step walkthroughs, and access to a video tutorial afterwards. All supplies provided by the library. Sign up is required! https://medfordlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/teen-drag-makeup-workshop/or for more information contact Maddi: mranieri@minlib.net.

What: Young at heART Exhibit
Where: Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Drive
When: Thursday June 5, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: An exhibit showcasing the works of participants in the Senior Center’s weekly ARTitude class led by Tom Wojciechowski.

What: Opening Day for Medford’s Farmers Market
Where: Condon Shell Park, 2501 Mystic Valley Parkway
When: Thursday, June 5, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: Only what you buy!
More Info: Check out the new season and new vendors at the Farmers Market. Vendors include Wright Locke Farm, Farmhouse Meats & Cheeses, Batter & Bloom, Doris’ Peruvian Pastries, Something Sweet Without Wheat, Craic Hot Sauce, Samosa Man and more. NOTE: Not ever vendor is there ever week so check out their calendar at Events from June 9, 2022 – June 23, 2022 – MEDFORD FARMERS MARKET.

What: Hike n’ Seek
Where: 176 Pond St., Stoneham
When: Thursday, June 5, 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Hike 'n' Seek is a walk geared towards toddlers and kids. Families enjoy slow-paced, educational walks so that little ones can explore! To reserve a spot go to Friends of the Middlesex Fells Reservation, Inc. and click on the calendar.

What: Shrek The Musical Jr.
Where: Marsha Caron Theater, Medford High School 489 Winthrop St.
When: Thursday, June 5, 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 at Eventbrite or at the door.
More Info: Spotlight Productions presents the first of six performances of “Shrek the Musical Jr.” Additional performances will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 6; 2:30 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 7; and 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 8.