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There's a new physical therapist in town. Dr. Maegen DeLeo has opened Medford Physical Therapy at 454 Salem St. DeLeo, who also owns Union Square Physical Therapy in Somerville, is celebrating the launch of her Medford practice with an open-house social Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Attendees will be able to meet DeLeo and the staff, get a complimentary full-body diagnostic screening, take mini-challenges to test their strength, posture, balance, and reaction time, and enjoy music and refreshments.
Registration is appreciated. Click here to register.
Quick reminders
- The Medford Winter Clothing Drive is happening through November 13. Donations are being accepted at these locations: Medford City Hall, Medford Public Library, Medford Family Network Family Center, Grace Episcopal Church, Medford Senior Center, and West Medford Community Center.
- It's time to renew your parking permit if you are a senior or if you participate in one of the many other parking programs available in the city. Seniors 65+ and people with landlord, home health care, and postal parking permits must renew in-person in the Parking Department in room 110 at City Hall. All others can renew either online or in-person. Keep in mind that seniors will be given priority if there is a line at City Hall.
Now, let's get right to all the happenings that are fit to post.
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 6
Breakfast Social with School Committee Member Jenny Graham at 8:15 a.m. at Bistro 489 at Medford High School. Sponsored by Our Revolution Medford.
Senior Center Activities: When signup is required, call 781-396-6010.
- Latin Dance with Judit at 10:30 a.m.
- Chinese/English class at 11:30 a.m.
- Mahjong for beginners from 1 to 3 p.m. Sign up is required.
- Cooking with Judit at 1:30 pm. Sign up is required.
Sisters in Sweat Exercise Group at 9:30 a.m. at West Medford Community Center. Walking and other low-impact activities for seniors.
- Registration is required for the two 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 has closed for the two playgroups, and there is no drop-in playtime.
Drop-In programs
- Notary Drop-In hour at 12 p.m.
- MakerSpace Drop-In from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for adults and teens 16+.
Registration required
- Finger Knitting at 3:30 p.m. for children ages 8-12.
- Registration has closed for No Recipe Challenge (for teens)
- Home: no home games today
- Away: varsity boys football at Boston Latin
Sacred Inquiry: The Art of Meaningful Exploration from 12 to 1:30 p.m. in the Interfaith Center at Tufts.
Crossings: Lives in Motion Histories of Colonial Diasporas Book Club at 5 p.m. in the Interfaith Center at Tufts.
Live music at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. with Sweeping Promises.
Marc Maron: Yammering into the Void comedy tour at 7:30 p.m. at Chevalier Theatre.
Major Moment performs at 10:30 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall. DJ Joshua Carl opens at 9 p.m. Reserve a spot.
Saturday, November 7
Medford Family Network: Drop-in Playtime is from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the MFN Family Center.
Eliot-Pearson Children's School open house from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The School is at Tufts at 105 College Ave. Register to attend.
"Who has a Pet Guinea Pig?" book launch party at 10:30 a.m. at Moon and Back Bookstore with author Jan Heng and the founder of Piggy Overnight Camp guinea pig rescue.
Drop-in events
- 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.
Registration required
- Spanish Fun Language Class: Day of the Dead 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.
- Beginner Sewing from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for adults and teens 16+.
- College Essay review Sessions from 12 to 3 p.m. Register for a 20-minute session.
- Laser Cutter Badge Class from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for adults to get certified to use the MakerSpace laser cutter.
Book Talk: "A Natural History of the Spirits" from 12 to 2 p.m. at Royall House & Slave Quarters with author Jori Lewis and naturalist Maria Pinto. Register.
Senior Citizens Veterans Day Luncheon at 1 p.m. at New England Baptist Church. All adults 55+ are welcome for a free turkey dinner. Call 781-526-6924 to make a reservation.
Makers & Melodies: Firebird Pops Orchestra from 1 to 3 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford with live chamber music, refreshments, and local makers selling their crafts.
Storytime with Medford author Erin Murray at 2:30 p.m. at Moon and Back Bookstore. Murray will read her book, "The Brave Blanket Crew."
Free Energy Healing Session at 3:30 p.m. at Boston Bodhi Meditation Center in Medford. Registration required.
- Home: no home games today
- Away: JV boys football at Somerville High; varsity boys soccer at Waltham High
Public Skating from 7 to 9 p.m. at LoConte Ice Rink.
Live music at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. with Really Great, Miss Bones, and Bird Bath.
Sunday, November 8
Archiving Day from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Brooks Estate. Help M-BELT Board Member Benjamin Johnson archive historical documents and photos.
A Wellness Walk Along the Mystic River from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. starting at Torbert Macdonald Park, sponsored by Mystic River Watershed Association and the Coalition for a Resilient and Inclusive Waterfront.
Medford Family Network: Outing for Families with Neurodiverse Children from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the MFN Family Center for an hour of Curious Creatures. To register, email Cara at carahiggins08@gmail.com.
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.
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.
Concert celebrating the retirement of composer and pianist John McDonald at 3 p.m. in the Granoff Music Center at Tufts.
Ben Schwartz & Friends comedy at the Chevalier Theater. Two shows: 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Live music at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. with Outer World, Honey Cassette, and Yes, Chef!
Tufts University Wind Ensemble performs at 8 p.m. in the Granoff Music Center at Tufts.
