Good morning, Medford: Thursday, March 5
Democracy. That's what we're talkin' about. And, we have the scoop on the many events happening in Medford today. Good morning!
Democracy is a contact sport. It requires that we all participate, in whatever way we can, and to not be afraid to roll up our sleeves and speak our minds. And, it starts right here, with Medford's democracy.
A lot of Medford's official business takes place in the meetings of committees and boards, and there are many in the city that could use your help. So, you should have no trouble finding one that works on issues in which you're interested.
Take, for example, the Medford Energy and Environment Committee. I sat in on their meeting on March 2. They talked about assignments for climate action plan monitoring, how to get more people interested in growing pollinator gardens, and how to encourage local eateries to avoid black plastic food containers, which are often made from recycled electronics and contain dangerous chemicals.
Committees and boards are a great way to meet your neighbors, connect with like-minded individuals, and work on projects that make a difference and that keep democracy alive and kicking.
Happening today in Medford
Art for Everyone for Seniors: 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center or via Zoom. Open to all skill levels, supplies provided.
Space Photography for Tweens (Grades 5-8): 3:30-5 p.m. in the Tech Lab at the Medford Public Library. Part of a series for tweens to learn to use robotic telescopes to take images of space. Registration required.
Toddler Rave Fundraiser: 5:30 p.m. at The Village Playspace to benefit the March of Dimes. Music and dancing.
Tufts aquatic center community meeting: 6 p.m. via Zoom to discuss the proposed development of an Aquatics Center at 130 College Avenue, Medford. All are welcome to attend, but you need to register in advance at go.tufts.edu/tuftsaquaticscenter.
High School Building Project Community Forum: 6:30 p.m., in the high school library. Your chance to ask questions, learn about the project schedule, and have some input into the design.
Melodies on Tap open mic night: 7-10 p.m. with Christian Colegrove and Zion Rodman at Medford Brewing. This is a 21+ event.
S P A D E: A Theatrical Adaptation of a Fake True-Crime Documentary: 7:30 p.m. at Balch Arena Theatre at Tufts. Based on a fictional amateur true-crime documentary about a girl murdered and dismembered in Missouri in 1989.
Did you know?
Red Cross Blood Drive: A Medford resident let us know about a blood drive that is happening in Winchester but is open to everyone. It is sponsored by the Winchester Unitarian Society and will take place Monday, March 30, from 2 to 7 p.m., at Metcalf Hall, 478 Main St., Winchester. Call 1-800-733-2767 or RedCrossBlood.org and enter Winchester to schedule an appointment.
Democratic Caucus: The Medford Democratic City Committee will hold a caucus Saturday, March 7, in the Alden Chambers at Medford City Hall to elect delegates and alternates to the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic State Convention. Doors open at 9 a.m. for registration and the caucus begins at 10 a.m. For details, visit https://medforddems.org. The state convention will take place May 29-30 at the DCU Center in Worcester.
In case you missed it
Chrystal Yormick was there when people braved the snow and cold to jump into a giant vat of cold water to benefit the Special Olympics. And, they did it in style, from belly-flops to cannon balls.
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