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So, it is Friday, the 13th, but in their MeetUp listing for tonight's Ultimate Frisbee Friday at Tufts Park, Boston Frisbee wrote, "So what, that it is on the 13th, it's the Friday's Frisbee, Baby!!"
Friday the 13th has long been considered unlucky and, of course, more recently it's seen as down-right scary. But, obviously, not everyone believes in these negative connotations.
For me, Friday the 13th is a night for takeout food and a horror movie. How about you? Do you have anything special you like to do on this day, or is it a solemn occasion for you, or is it just a nothing-burger? Email us at gottaknowmedford@gmail.com.
If you are looking for something to do tonight, we have you covered. In the happenings listing for today, you'll find everything from family and kids activities to music and art, and there's even a stuffie sleepover.
Meetings
- Broadway Magoun Reconstruction Project Webinar from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom. Somerville city staff will answer questions and take feedback from the community. Register in advance.
- Election Commission at 12:30 p.m. at City Hall. Agenda includes: review of post-election tabulation sessions; determine eligibility of and count provisional ballots; reconciliation of election results and voter turnout; determine if election results can be certified or if additional steps are needed.
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, November 13
Senior Center Activities: When signup is required, call 781-396-6010.
- Community drumming at 9:30 a.m.
- Latin Dance with Judit at 10:30 a.m.
- Chinese/English class at 11:30 a.m.
- Stay in Balance/Fall in Rhythm at 1 p.m. with a doctor and student physical therapists from Mass General Brigham. Learn how to build better balance and what to do if you fall. Sign up is required.
- Mahjong for beginners from 1 to 3 p.m. Sign up is required.
- Cooking with Judit at 1:30 pm. Sign up is required.
- Haitian Senior Social at 1:30 p.m.
Sisters in Sweat Exercise Group at 9:30 a.m. at West Medford Community Center. Walking and other low-impact activities for seniors.
- Circle Time Story Times happening at Medford Public Library: ages 0-2 years at 9:30 a.m.; ages 2-5 at 11 a.m. Registration required.
Drop-In programs
- Coffee and Books from 10 to 11 a.m.
- Notary Drop-In hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Chameleon at 3:30 p.m. Drop-in group for LGBTQIAP+ youth and allies in grades 6-12.
- MakerSpace Drop-In from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for adults and teens 16+.
Stuffie Sleepover at Moon and Back Bookstore. Drop your stuffie off between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and then follow along on Instagram to see what the stuffies get up to. Pick up your stuffie on Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Tufts Composers: Organ-ized Chaos at 12 p.m. in Goddard Chapel at Tufts. New works by Tufts composers are performed by composer/performers John McDonald on piano and Will Cooper, organ.
Boston Frisbee Ultimate Frisbee Friday at 6 p.m. at Tufts Park. Sign up.
"The Art of Aging" opening exhibition from 6 to 8 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford featuring artworks from artists ranging in age from 9 to almost-90.
Committed to Curing NF (Neurofibromatosis) Celebrates 17 Years from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall. The Malerba Family hosts a celebration and fundraising event that is free and open to all.
Fresh Fridays: Words + Music from 7 to 9 p.m. at West Medford Community Center. Rev. Dr. Jaron S. Green, who is senior pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, will discuss leadership, faith, and community, and the Samuel Batista Quartet will give a live performance. Free and open to the public, the event will also stream on Medford Community Media and on the MCM YouTube channel.
Live music at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. with Colleen Green and Sad13.
Dweezil Zappa DZ20: Like Father, Like Son at 8 p.m. at Chevalier Theatre.
DJ Artie V at The Great American Beer Hall. Time to be announced.
Saturday, November 14
Medford Square Runners meet at 7 a.m. in front of Donuts with a Difference for a choice of two runs: one is 6-8 miles and the other is 3 miles.
St. Raphael School Open House from 9 to 11 a.m. Meet the faculty, tour classrooms, enjoy refreshments. Registration appreciated.
Fells Trail Crew Workday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meet at 255 S. Border Road, Medford.
Medford Family Network drop-in playtime from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Drop-in events
- Drop In Coding from 9 to 11 a.m. for students ages 8-12.
- Family Story Time from 10 to 11 a.m. for children ages 3-7 and their parents/caregivers.
- Chess Club from 1 to 3 p.m.
- Queer Family Meetup from 2 to 4 p.m. All ages welcome. Program is designed for families with one or more members who identify as LGBTQ+.
Registration required
- Spanish Fun Language Class at 9 a.m.
- Drop In Coding from 9 to 11 a.m. for students ages 8-12. Registration encouraged. Follow link for session instructions.
- Baby Wearing Support Group at 9:30 a.m. with consultant Christy Reisig.
RK Park Playdates from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Carr Park with Redemption Hill Church. A monthly event for families. RSVP.
Open Studios + Art Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Meet the resident artists and shop a variety of original works and handmade goods.
NAACP Mystic Valley Branch Reparations Committee meeting at 12 p.m. via Zoom. If interested in finding out more or joining the committee, email reparations@mva-naacp.org.
Advanced Cyanotypes workshop from 12 to 2 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Registration required.
Family and Children's Concert: Not-So-Small Jazz Ensemble at 1 p.m. in the Granoff Music Center at Tufts.
Storytime at Moon and Back Bookstore at 2:30 p.m. Today's book will be "Grumpy Monkey Up All Night," by Suzanne Lang, illustrated by Max Lang.
Parents Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. at Xtreme Ninja Martial Arts. Kids can enjoy interactive games, guided obstacle courses, and pizza, while parents have the night out. Registration required.
Public Skating from 7 to 9 p.m. at LoConte Ice Rink.
Live Music with Ghost and Shadows from 7 to 9 p.m. at Medford Brewing.
Small Town Murder at 7 p.m. at Chevalier Theatre. Comedians James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman bring their podcast to the Chevalier.
Tufts/NEC Dual Degree Concert at 8 p.m. in the Granoff Music Center at Tufts. Students present classical, jazz and original compositions.
Maddi Ryan performs live at 9 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall.
Sunday, November 15
Medford Family Network drop-in playtime from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Soundbath with Hendrik from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Presented by Down by Riverside.
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. starting at Medford Brewing. Choose from several different loops or create your own. All are welcome.
Boston Deaf Coffee Chat from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mayer Campus Center at Tufts.
Hillside Community Church Coffee & Connection from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A low-key coffee hour following worship — a chance to share some snacks, sip something warm, and have real conversation with folks you might not have met yet.
First Baptist Church Coffee Hour at 12 p.m. Informal coffee hour in Memorial Hall following services.
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.
Public Skating at LoConte Ice Rink from 2 to 4 p.m.
Sunday Concert Series: Tufts Choruses at 3 p.m. in the Granoff Music Center at Tufts.
Live music at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. with June Henry, Chrysalis, and Simon Robert French.
In case you missed it
Chris Stevens | Staff Writer
