Good morning, Medford, Friday, May 22
We're talking about trees today, plus Memorial Day ceremonies and what's happening in the city today and over the weekend. And, don't forget about the Chevalier ticket giveaway.
Trees are in the news today. The city has formed a new committee "to promote a diverse, healthy and sustainable urban forest," and the non-profit organization TreesMedford is hosting a site-prep event for the Tufts Park mini-forest.
But, first, Memorial Day. The community is gathering on Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m. in Oak Grove Cemetery for Memorial Day observances to honor and remember the service men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. Medford Gold Star Families will be honored during the ceremony. If you would like to be included, contact Veronica Shaw at Veterans Services at 781-393-2505 or by email to vshaw@medford-ma.gov.
The mayor yesterday announced that an advisory Tree Committee has been created and that Medford residents ages 15 and older are invited to fill out an application. It will be a nine-member, volunteer committee, and the mayor will make the initial appointments.
The committee will advise the tree warden on issues related to trees on public property and may assist with public hearings, review tree maintenance plans, and promote equity in tree planting across the city.
On Saturday, TreesMedford will host a soil-prep event at Tufts Park from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help with tilling, soil amendments, and fence assembly to get the site ready for the planting of a mini forest.
One more thing before we get to the calendar: don't forget about the Beach Boys Ticket Giveaway. The band is playing the Chevalier Theatre on May 31st at 8 p.m., and one lucky fan will receive two free tickets to the show. For a chance to win, fill out the form below with your name and email. The winner will be chosen on May 28 at noon:
Click here to fill out the form and enter your name for the drawing.
Have a great weekend, and we will see you on Monday at Oak Grove Cemetery for Memorial Day observances.
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, May 22
Senior Center: Community drumming at 9:30 a.m.; Walking Club at 9:30 a.m.; Veterans coffee hour at 10 a.m.; Latin Dance with Judit at 10:30 a.m.; Chinese/English Class at 11 a.m. * The Senior Center will close for the day at 1 p.m., after lunch.
Go Mustangs! Varsity and JV girls softball teams have home games today.
Circle Time Story Time at 9:30 a.m., hosted by Medford Family Network at the Medford Public Library. For children up to 2 years old. Registration required.
Sisters in Sweat Exercise Group at 9:30 a.m. at West Medford Community Center. Walking and other low-impact activities for seniors.
Drop-in Playtime from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Medford Family Network Family Center.
Circle Time Story Time at 11 a.m., hosted by Medford Family Network at the Medford Public Library for children ages 2-5. Registration required.
Medford Police Community Blood Drive from 12 to 5 p.m. in the Community Room at the Police Station. Contact the Red Cross to schedule an appointment: Call 800-733-2767; visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Medford.
Cardboard Butterfly Wings at 3:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library for children ages 8-12 to make wearable butterfly wings from cardboard. Registration required.
Chinese Calligraphy Bookmarks at 3:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library for children ages 5+ to learn how to form some Chinese characters using brush calligraphy. Supplies provided. 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.
Marcel The French Croque will serve up dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. at Medford Brewing.
Rocket Week: Rocket Launch at Hormel Stadium from 6 to 8 p.m. Launch the rocket you made during Medford Public Library's Rocket Week or watch others launch theirs.
Teen Trivia Night from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library for teens in middle school and high school. Registration is required.
The Whimbrels / Thalia Zedek / Unmade Bed perform starting at 7 p.m. at Deep Cuts.
An Evening with Lucinda Williams and Her Band at 8 p.m. at the Chevalier Theatre.
Live Music - Fred Ellsworth from 8 to 11 p.m. at The Ford Tavern.
Old Tom & The Lookouts play from 8 to 11 p.m. at Mrs. Murphy's.
DJ Bryce Worthy from 9 p.m. to closing at The Great American Beer Hall.
Saturday, May 23
Go Mustangs! Varsity and JV boys baseball teams have home games today.
Tufts Park mini-forest site prep day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Tufts Park. Volunteers are needed to help with tilling, soil amendments, and fence assembly.
Spanish Fun Language Class at 9 a.m. at Medford Public Library for adults. Registration required.
Family Story Time at 10 a.m. at Medford Public Library for children ages 3-7 to explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join.
Medford Free Flea Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Main location will be Breed Hall at Tufts, 51 Winthrop St. However, there are many locations. Sponsored by Tufts University and Zero Waste Medford.
Podcast 101 Workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at EventThem Studios. A beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop to learn how to start your own podcast.
Medford Chess Club from 1 to 3 p.m. at Medford Public Library.
Learn to Play 'Magic: The Gathering' trading card game from 2 to 5 p.m. at Medford Public Library. All skill levels welcome. Registration required.
Storytime at 2:30 p.m. at Moon and Back Bookstore to read "Tenacious Won't Give Up," by Pam Vaughan.
Mending: Darning at 3 p.m. at Medford Public Library. Learn how to repair holes in clothes through the process of darning. Registration required.
Robber Robber / Empath / Clifford perform starting at 7 p.m. at Deep Cuts.
Jack Byrne plays from 8 to 11 p.m. at Mrs. Murphy's.
Kier Burns and the Kettle Burners perform from 9 p.m. until closing for country night at the Great American Beer Hall.
Sunday, May 24
Yiddish Book Center Field Trip from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Temple Shalom of Medford. RSVP to Deb Varat at d.varat@snhu.edu.
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.
Sunday Run at 11 a.m. at Medford Brewing. Choose from several different loops, or create your own. New runners always 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.
Boston Glory ultimate Frisbee team faces Philadelphia at 2 p.m. at Hormel Stadium.
Cyanotypes on Fabric from 2 to 4 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford for ages 10+ with an adult. Hands-on workshop focused on printing on fabric. Purchase tickets ahead.
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