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A biosciences company that has been operating in Cambridge since its founding in 2011 is moving to Medford.
The company, Wyzer Biosciences, is moving its DNA sequencing operation to 200 Boston Ave., where it will occupy a 5,800-square-foot space.
Alison Harding, who is the senior communications/marketing specialist with Cummings Properties, wrote to GKM that the move will take place next month, with Wyzer relocating from 85 Bolton St. in Cambridge to the Cummings Properties' campus on Boston Avenue. The company, Harding wrote, provides "customized, end-to-end DNA sequencing and preparation services for the biopharma, biotech, and academic research sectors."
"Wyzer’s new location places the company among a growing concentration of science and technology firms on Boston Avenue," Harding wrote. "In addition to multiple labs operated by Tufts University, its new neighbors include Lithios, Morphoceuticals, Myro Therapeutics, Sunflower Therapeutics, and Unravel Biosciences."
We'll let you know when that move is expected to take place.
Did you know?
Tufts Hillel hosts an annual youth literacy carnival? It's called Read by the River. Tufts' student organizations lead elementary-school students in reading-themed activities. Hillel is preparing for the event by painting decorations, and they're having a painting party this evening for people to help out.
Any artistic abilities are welcome, the group says, and this year the carnival is farm-themed, so think animals and barnyards. Painting will take place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Tufts Hillel Building on Packard Avenue.
There are only two meetings to list today, and then we'll jump right into all the happenings that are fit to post.
Municipal meetings
- Condon Shell lighting improvements project "Optional" virtual pre-bid meeting at 11 a.m. via Zoom.
- Medford School Committee Curriculum and Instruction Subcommittee at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom, TV, and streaming channels. On the agenda: the assessment landscape across the district; graduation requirements update.
Happening today in Medford
If you have an event happening in Medford in the coming days, send the information to gottaknowmedford@gmail.com so we can add you to our calendar.
Senior Center Activities: To reserve a spot where required, call 781-396-6010.
- COA Board meeting at 10 a.m.
- whist card games at 10:30 a.m.
- Core and Balance at 10:30 a.m.
- Conversational English at 11 a.m.
- Exploring History with Mike Hickey at 1 p.m. – reserve your spot
- District Attorney Marion Ryan speaks at 1 p.m. about scams and how to protect yourself – reserve a spot
- Art for Everyone at 1:30 p.m.
- LGBTQ+ Meet and Greet at 2 p.m.
Everett Bank West Medford ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Coffee and muffins will be served from 8 to 11 a.m., and Paul Revere may make an appearance.
Mass General Brigham Community Care Van from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Clippership Drive Pop-Up Park. The van is staffed with multilingual and multicultural clinicians and support staff to provide screenings and interventions for chronic health issues.
- Costume Swap: During drop-in playtimes at the MFN Family Center, Medford residents can drop off costumes, accessories, and dress-up clothes their kids no longer use and pick up "new" items.
- Clothing and book donations being accepted at Temple Shalom from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Drop-In Playtime is from 1 to 4 p.m. at the MFN family Center.
- Kids activities at the Farmers Market are hosted by MFN at the Condon Shell from 3 to 6 p.m.
- Mom's Night Out from 7 to 9 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Registration required.
- Registration is closed for both of today's playgroups.
Annual Costume Sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Balch Arena Theatre lobby at Tufts, hosted by Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies.
Lunch with Jenny Graham (Medford School Committee) at 12 p.m. at Bistro 489 at the high school.
Senior Knitting Club at 1 p.m. at West Medford Community Center. Beginners can learn from experienced crafters.
Drop-in activities
- Toddler Time at 10:30 a.m.
- Lego Club (ages 5+) at 3:30 p.m.
- Reading Buddies from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
- Notary Drop-in Hour at 5 p.m.
- Medford Connects ESOL class from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Registration required
- English as a Second Language (ESOL) Class from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Adaptive Pumpkin Painting for Teens from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
- Mystic Makerspace: Sashiko Embroidery from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
- Registration has closed for Ask Us Anything
Medford Farmers Market Closing Day from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Condon Shell featuring meats, fish, prepared foods, baked goods, beverages, and more, plus artisan crafts, and a kids activity area. Live music will be: Lyle Hutchins from 3 to 5 p.m.; Three at Home from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
- Home: varsity boys and varsity coed golf teams vs. Lynn English; unified coed basketball vs. Lynn English; middle school girls and middle school boys cross country teams vs. Somerville High; freshman boys soccer vs. Revere High; varsity boys football vs. Chelsea High
- Away: JV and varsity boys soccer teams at Greater Lawrence Tech; JV and varsity girls soccer at Bedford High
- Pipeline Pedagogy: Prioritizing American Indian Peoples in Addressing Environmental Crisis at 12 p.m. in Curtis Hall. RSVP.
- Voices for Peace and Light Choir Rehearsal from 12:10 to 1:10 p.m. in Goddard Chapel at Tufts. All are welcome.
- Research in Action: Can Gen Z Reshape Our Democracy this November? at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Registration required.
Woodford Reserve Seminar from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Kappy's Medford with Don Jean.
M-BELT Board meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Medford Brooks Estate Land Trust monthly meeting.
MHSM Historical Book Group at 7 p.m. with Jay Stott at Medford Historical Society and Museum. The book selection is "Bound for Gold," by William Martin.
Live music at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. Dogwood Tales, with Hey I'm Outside.
Funk Safari performs live from 8 to 11 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall.
In case you missed it
Nell reported on the status of Medford Public Schools' five-year strategic plan:
Nell Escobar Coakley | Staff Writer
