Good morning, Medford, Tuesday, June 23
Happy Tuesday, everybody. It may be summer, but there is still so much going on in Medford that's important to keep up on. We've got you covered.
Medford resident Simon Sharp, pictured above with his parents, was diagnosed with MSMDS (Multisystemic Smooth Muscle Dysfunction Syndrome) when he was 9 months old. A fundraiser happening today through The Ford Tavern will benefit research into this very rare disease caused by a genetic mutation.
During The Ford Tavern's Dine for Simon fundraiser, 10% of all dine-in and take-out food sales for today will be donated to research for MSMDS. In addition, Simon's mom Jackie will be at The Ford hosting a raffle fundraiser beginning at 5 p.m.
Jackie recently posted to Facebook, "My son Simon has a rare genetic disorder that causes strokes and aneurysms at a very young age - often before puberty, and sometimes even before school age. ACTA2 Alliance is a parent-led nonprofit that donates directly to the labs and researchers (many are here at MGH!) who are working to create a treatment for the mere dozens of other children who have been diagnosed with this condition. There are fewer than 100 diagnoses worldwide, and you can imagine it's a very close-knit community."
Click here to follow Simon's journey on Facebook.
Click here to learn more about MSMDS, the signs and symptoms, treatment, and more.
Happening today in Medford
If you have an event you would like to have included in our calendar, send the information to us at gottaknowmedford@gmail.com.
Senior Center events and activities: ChairFit Rhythms at 9:30 a.m.; knit and crochet at 10 a.m.; core and balance at 10:30 a.m.; international culture at 1 p.m.
- Food pantry from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The bags will be pre-packaged and filled with nonperishable items, produce, dairy and sometimes meat. Bring your Senior Center ID to check in. Bring a clean re-usable bag that you can leave for the next food pantry. For information, call 781-396-6010.
Baby Lapsit at 9:30 a.m. at Medford Public Library. Drop-in storytime with songs, rhymes, and gentle movement activities for babies up to 24 months old and parents and caregivers.
Maternal Journaling Workshop from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Midwife, artist and mother Nerida Ackland hosts this weekly group to provide a creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood. Registration is required.
Senior Yoga with Rosa Brown at 11 a.m. at West Medford Community Center.
Drop-in Playtime from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Medford Family Network Family Center.
Quiet MakerSpace Drop-In from 6 to 8 p.m. at Medford Public Library for adults and teens 16+ to work on projects in a quiet space. There will be soft instrumental background music, and the door will be partially closed to muffle outside noise.
City Council Committee of the Whole meeting at 6 p.m. in City Hall, via Zoom, on TV, and via streaming channels. Agenda includes resolution to establish a recruitment and hiring process for the city clerk.
We Were Always Here: Uncovering Queer History in Every Era at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom through Medford Public Library. Genderqueer inclusion consultant Ali Kane (she/they) will share queer stories from the 1600s to the 1960s.Registration required.
Learn how to Game: Cribbage from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library. Registration appreciated.
Community Development Board meeting 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda includes: endorsement of "approval not required" plan for 52 Magoun Ave.; discussion of zoning amendment (draft language and map) for Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District. This is a public working session, not a public hearing.
City Council meeting at 7 p.m. in City Hall, via Zoom, on TV, and via streaming channels. Agenda includes:
- resolution to celebrate Marie Cassidy for her many years of service to the children and city of Medford
- reports of committees
- resolution to support rent stabilization campaign and legislative compromise efforts
- resolution to appeal deficient public records response of city administration regarding legal matters
- resolution to have administration prepare 1/12th budget because of missing financial information
- a number of items submitted by the mayor concerning appropriations and the budget
- Main Street Corridor: order to acquire easements, order of taking, and order of alteration of layout (submitted by mayor)
- resolution to establish a special education reserve fund (submitted by Medford Public Schools)
Veteran and First Responder Recovery Group meets at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Medford. All veterans and first responders are welcome on a drop-in basis.
Trivia Night at Medford Brewing from 7 to 9 p.m. Teams of 2-6 will compete in a traditional six-round trivia quiz.
Dads Night Out from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Ford Tavern for all dads and those in a fathering role with at least one child age birth to 8. Sponsored by Medford Family Network. Registration required.
Bounce House / Puke Pisstols / DJ Kathy Snax from 7 to 10 p.m. at Deep Cuts.
Mah Jongg from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at Temple Shalom. Current and prospective members welcome to join for a friendly game, or two, of mah jongg. Send an email to mahjongg@templeshalommedford.org to be added to the email list.
What we're working on
- Crystal was at the Tee it Up for Billy Golf Tournament.
- Chris Hurley is on Keith Tkachuk's being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
- Nell has the scoop on the school budget and the Roberts roof and HVAC replacement.
- Chris will be at Seth Moulton's June 23 Medford town hall.
In case you missed it
Fans are gathering at local establishments all over Medford to watch the World Cup. Rich Tenorio takes a look at how immigrant communities in the city are watching and celebrating.
Gotta Know Medford Staff
