Good morning, Medford, Friday, June 5
It's Friday. It must be time for the monster GKM calendar that covers events today through Sunday.
Happy Friday, everybody. We're talking about the arts today, not only because these next three days are chock full of music of all kinds, but also because there is a fundraiser going on tonight for a small, non-profit, community theater that nearly lost its ability to stage productions in Medford.
Mystic Players Revival is having a karaoke fundraiser this evening from 7 to 11 pm. at Hillside Community Church.
The group was notified late last year that the rate they would pay to rent the McGlynn for rehearsals and productions was being drastically increased because of a change in policy made by Medford Community Schools, which handles rental agreements for school facilities.
Mystic Players Revival Board President Margaret Petrella said she had been concerned the group would not be able to find another space in Medford and would not be able to continue here as a community theater.
Hillside Community Church welcomed the group, and in February Mystic Players Revival staged their February production, "Magic to Do Cabaret." Now, they are gearing up for their fall musical season, which you can learn more about on their Instagram page.
Stay tuned today, by the way, because we'll have stories on the Farmers Market's 20th anniversary season and on the Medford High School Class of 2026.
Happening in Medford today and over the weekend
If you have an event that you would like to have listed in our calendar, send the information to gottaknowmedford@gmail.com.
Friday, June 5
Senior Center: Walking Club at 9:30 a.m.; Latin dance with Judit at 10:30 a.m.; Chinese/English class at 11 a.m.; cooking demo with Judit at 1:30 p.m.
We Heart MFN Spirit Week – Friends of the Medford Family Network is sponsoring a week-long celebration to honor Marie Cassidy and Medford Family Network. Follow the link to learn about all the events. Here are three events happening today:
- MFN Teddy Bear Picnic and Marie's Celebration from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Victory Park. Bring your favorite stuffed friend to celebrate Marie Cassidy and to enjoy: bubbles, parachute play, balls, and sidewalk chalk; ride-ons and the famous "roller coasters"; the Teddy Bear Parade and Cindy’s Amazing Giant Bubble Show.
- Taste of Medford – Goldilox Bagels from 7 to 11:30 a.m. When you order online, click on Lox Love Donation: Friends of the Medford Family Network.
- Boston Glory Ultimate Frisbee from 7 to 9 at Hormel Stadium. Use promo code MFN26 at check out. Limit is 100 free tickets.
Sisters in Sweat Exercise Group at 9:30 a.m. at West Medford Community Center. Walking and other low-impact activities for seniors.
Pasta Making at 3:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library for teens in middle school and high school. Registration required.
MakerSpace Drop-In from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library for adults and teens 16+ to work on a personal project or learn how to use the space and equipment.
Matt & Shannon Heaton: Updated & Traditional Irish Music from 7 to 9 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. This concert is part of the Trad on the Mystic organized by Ellery Klein.
Collage Workshop with Leticia Priebe Rocha from 7 to 9 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford for age 8+ with an adult. Use different materials and text to create your own hand-crafted collage. All materials will be provided. Feel free to bring any images or text you’d like to incorporate into your work. Registration required.
The Dreamtoday / Consumer / Chainlacing / Still Life Sounds perform starting at 7 p.m. at Deep Cuts.
Karaoke Fundraiser for Mystic Players Revival from 7 to 11 p.m. at Hillside Community Church.
Tommy Flynn performs from 8 to 11 p.m. at Mrs. Murphy's. Boston-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who blends folk, rock, pop, and Americana.
DJ Artie-V from 9 p.m. until closing at The Great American Beer Hall.
Saturday, June 6
We Heart MFN Spirit Week – Friends of the Medford Family Network is sponsoring a week-long celebration to honor Marie Cassidy and Medford Family Network. Follow the link to learn about all the events. Here are three events happening today:
- Taste of Medford – Goldilox Bagels from 8 to 11:30 a.m. When you order online, click on Lox Love Donation: Friends of the Medford Family Network.
- Porchfest Block Party and Kids Karaoke from 3 to 5 p.m. on Brookings Street. Family friendly event with bubbles, sidewalk chalk, temporary tattoos, games, and crafts. Wander the neighborhood to hear the porch bands, then loop back for the kids' activities!
Spanish Fun Language Class at 9 a.m. at Medford Public Library. Casual Spanish class for adults runs four Saturdays, though June 27. Learn Spanish by listening, reading, and role-playing everyday situations. Registration required.
Beginner Sewing from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Medford Public Library for adults and teens 16+ who have never used a sewing machine before. Learn to sew on a Brother sewing machine and earn your badge for using sewing machines in the MakerSpace.
Yoga Story Time with Ava Dussault at 10 a.m. at Medford Public Library for children ages 3-7. Includes gentle yoga, mindfulness story-time and a craft. Registration required.
Medford Porchfest from 12 to 5 p.m. Musical acts will perform on porches, in driveways, and in parks across the city. An after-party with food, brews, and entertainment begins at 5 pm. at Clippership Popup Park. Follow the link to see the map and schedule.
Laser Cutter Badge Class from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library for adults to get certified to use the MakerSpace laser cutter. Registration required.
Medford Chess Club from 1 to 3 p.m. at Medford Public Library.
Storytime at 2:30 p.m. at Moon and Back Bookstore.
Mending: Fixing Tiny Holes at 3 p.m. at Medford Public Library. Register.
Fast Times Band from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall.
Bent Shapes / Colleen Green / Beeef perform beginning at 7 p.m. at Deep Cuts.
Coffee to Cocktails from 8 to 11 p.m. at Mrs. Murphy's performing country, folk, rock, bluegrass, and pop.
Sunday, June 7
Coffee hour at St. Raphael Parish takes place following the morning Masses on the first Sunday of the month, for parishioners and visitors to connect with friends new and old.
Forest Forensics Guided Walk at 9:15 a.m. with Friends of the Fells. Meet at Flynn Rink. Registration required.
Mystic Walkers at 11 a.m. at Hormel Stadium. All ages and abilities are welcome to join. The group will decide where the walk will go.
Kier Byrnes Freedom Runners at 11 a.m. at Medford Brewing. Choose from several different loops or create your own. All are welcome.
Medford Historical Society and Museum is open on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Current exhibit is, "1776 and beyond," but there are also many other resources to explore.
The Fairy Tale Ball from 1 to 4 p.m. at Medford Public Library. Come in costume and enjoy face painting, sword fighting, a sensory-friendly space, carnival games, a dance party, and more. (The library is closed for all other activities.)
Wellness Experience from 2 to 7 p.m. at Studio M Aesthetics Spa lot at 82 Forest St. Outdoor event includes exhibits, giveaways, raffles and interactive experiences.
3rd Annual Boston Espresso Martini Competition from 4 to 10 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall. Espresso martini tasting with live DJ and People's Choice voting.
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Chris Stevens | Staff Writer
