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Heads up today for two things:
- Early in-person voting – today is the last day. Vote at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- A traffic advisory was issued by Medford Police for this afternoon because of the Medford Chamber of Commerce Business Trick-or-Treat. The event is taking place from 3 to 5 p.m. in Haines Square, Medford Square, South Medford Square, and West Medford Square. Police ask that you avoid the squares if possible. If you must go through one of the squares, drive very slow and keep your eyes peeled for pedestrians.
One quick reminder, and then we have a link to the updated Halloween happenings roundup and the GKM three-day monster calendar of events and activities.
Quick reminder – clothing drives
- City of Medford: Donations are being accepted until November 13 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.
- Delta Upsilon at Tufts: Donations are being accepted until Nov. 1. Drop donations in the green bin at 114 Professors Row on the Somerville/Medford line.
GKM guide to Halloween happenings
This guide has events taking place in Medford, Malden, Stoneham, Somerville, and Cambridge:
Nell Escobar Coakley | Staff Writer
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, October 30
Early Voting from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Senior Center Activities: When signup is required, call 781-396-6010.
- Walking Club at 9:30 a.m.
- Chinese/English class at 11:30 a.m.
- The regular lunch will be grab-n-go today.
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 4 p.m.
- MakerSpace Drop-In from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for adults and teens 16+.
- Home: freshman, JV, and varsity girls volleyball vs. Revere High
- Away: no away games today
Tufts Composers: New at Noon #1 at 12 p.m. in the Granoff Music Center. Saxophone and piano duo Hammers and Reeds tackle new works by Tufts composers.
Sacred Inquiry: The Art of Meaningful Exploration from 12 to 1:30 p.m. in the Interfaith Center at Tufts.
Boston Frisbee at 5:30 p.m. at Tufts Park. All-inclusive ultimate Frisbee pick-up that focuses on the fun of the game. RSVP.
Gede Fèt Vodou from 6 to 11 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. A Haitian cultural celebration with live music, art, drumming, and dance. Purchase tickets in advance.
Halloweemo beginning at 7 p.m. at Deep Cuts featuring The Carson Daily.
Live Music at Medford Brewing for 7 to 9:30 p.m. with Verona Downs, Dave Charles, Jim Gerdeman and the Mystery Rhyme.
"Little Shop of Horrors" from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the Aidekman Arts Center at Tufts, presented by Torn Ticket II.
Holy Smokes (Men's Cigar Night) from 7 to 10:30 p.m., hosted monthly by Mary Queen of Peace Young Adult Group. An evening of conversation and cigars. If interested in joining, email yag.core@mqopmedford.org.
Paul Anka performs at 8 p.m. at Chevalier Theatre. An award-winning entertainer, Anka's career has spanned decades.
Saturday, October 31
Medford Family Network Costume Swap and drop-in playtime at MFN Family Center from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Drop off costumes, accessories, and dress-up clothes your children no longer use. Pick up some "new" items.
Drop-in events
- Aging Together from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. A gathering for older people to meet neighbors, learn about resources related to aging, develop interest groups, and enjoy each other’s company.
- Family Story Time from 10 to 11 a.m.
- Chess Club from 1 to 3 p.m.
Registration required
- Spanish Fun Language Class at 9 a.m.
- 3D Printer Badge Class at 10 a.m. for adults to get certified to use the library's MakerBot Sketch printers.
- General Safety Badge Class at 1 p.m. for adults and teens 16+ to get certified to use the MakerSpace without a staff member present.
- John Hancock's Middlesex Canal and Medford at 1 p.m., hosted by Medford Historical Society and Museum.
- Registration has closed for Beginner Knitting.
Wei to go Cup Boooo!dles Pop-Up from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Colleen's.
Royall House & Slave Quarters is open from 1 to 4 p.m. today for tours and viewing the exhibits.
- Home: no home games today
- Away: JV boys football at Lynn English; JV and varsity girls soccer at Stoneham High
Public Skating There is no public skating at LoConte Ice Rink today.
"Little Shop of Horrors" from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the Aidekman Arts Center at Tufts, presented by Torn Ticket II.
Sunday, November 1
Mothers Out Front Pumpkin Smash from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Clippership Drive Pop-Up Park.
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.
"Little Shop of Horrors" from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the Aidekman Arts Center at Tufts, presented by Torn Ticket II.
